Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki
Higashiyama, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
$150–200per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki is worth considering when teppanyaki is the specific reason for the meal, not as a catch-all Kyoto splurge. Lunch is the smarter first choice for most diners; dinner suits a slower special occasion where the cooking format carries the night.
About Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki
For Kyoto dining plans, consider Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki as a specific option rather than a default special-occasion pick. It is in Kyoto, the dress code is smart casual, it opens for lunch and dinner on most days, and it is closed on Wednesday. That makes the safest planning advice simple: consider it when the venue name matches what you want.
A Kyoto choice for lunch and dinner
Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki is best evaluated on the basic facts rather than on claims about menus, prices, seating, awards, or service format. If you are comparing dining options, this is a named Kyoto venue, while Hyotei is another reference point for a different kind of meal.
The hours include both lunch and dinner service on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Wednesday is closed. The decision should be based on whether this venue fits your plan, not on expectations about value or a particular menu format.
Where it fits in a Kyoto food itinerary
Compared with Dominique Bouchet Le RESTAURANT, Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki is a separate venue to consider by name. All Day Dining RAQOU may suit a different plan, while Ioto and Junsei are other options to consider when you are choosing between dining plans.
For a broader day of eating in Kyoto, avoid building the plan around assumptions about this restaurant's menu, seating, or pricing. Use the basics instead: it is in Kyoto, has smart-casual dress, serves during lunch and dinner hours on open days, and closes on Wednesday.
For wider Japan planning, compare this venue only at a general level with other dining rooms rather than relying on specific expectations about its menu, awards, price, or service details.
Quick reference: lunch and dinner hours are listed on open days; Wednesday is closed; dress is smart casual.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒605-0052 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Awadaguchi Kachocho, 1 3F
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- miyakohotels.ne.jp/westinkyoto/restaurant/dbt
- Phone
- +81 75-771-7158
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined hotel teppanyaki room with counter seating around the grill, polished service, and a calm, luxurious atmosphere enhanced by views over Kyoto’s Higashiyama hills and a dramatic walk-in wine cellar.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Counter dining, Set menu
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Champagne
- Dietary
- Allergy accommodating
- Opened
- 2019
Signature Dishes
- A4–A5 Kobe and Omi wagyu tasting
- Kyoto wagyu teppanyaki
- French blue lobster teppanyaki
- French-style appetizers with seasonal Kyoto produce
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒605-0052 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Awadaguchi Kachocho, 1 3F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒605-0052 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Awadaguchi Kachocho, 1 3F · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
For a more tradition-led Kyoto meal, cross-shop Hyotei. For a less formal meal, look at All Day Dining RAQOU. If the appeal is the Dominique Bouchet name rather than the teppanyaki format, compare Dominique Bouchet Le RESTAURANT.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Kyoto
Dominique Bouchet Le RESTAURANT is the natural first comparison: choose it if the goal is the broader restaurant experience, and choose Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki if the cooking format is the reason to go. The teppanyaki address is easier to justify for diners who want a visually led meal rather than a conventional dining-room progression.
Hyotei sits in a different lane: kaiseki, Japanese, and ¥¥¥¥. If the priority is Kyoto tradition and a higher-ceremony meal, Hyotei is the more serious comparison. If the priority is a counter-focused meal with cooking in view, the teppanyaki choice is more aligned.
All Day Dining RAQOU is the looser alternative for diners who do not need a set-piece meal. Ioto and Junsei are sensible cross-shops when availability or occasion fit matters more than staying with teppanyaki.
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Compare Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki | Kyoto | , | , | No published awards |
| Dominique Bouchet Le RESTAURANT | Kyoto | , | , | No published awards |
| All Day Dining RAQOU | Kyoto | , | , | No published awards |
| Hyotei | Kyoto | Kaiseki, Japanese | ¥¥¥¥ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly RecommendedMichelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1512025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 The Best Chef One Knife2025 Michelin 3 Stars2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1162024 Michelin 3 Stars |
| Ioto | Kyoto | , | , | No published awards |
| Junsei | Kyoto Shi | , | , | No published awards |
How Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki handle dietary restrictions?
Ask the venue directly before booking, especially if you have allergies or other requirements.
What should I order at Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki?
Use the venue's official channels for the current menu before deciding what to order.
Is lunch or dinner better at Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki?
The hours include 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Wednesday is closed.
What are alternatives to Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki?
Other options to compare include Dominique Bouchet Le RESTAURANT, Hyotei, Ioto, Junsei, and All Day Dining RAQOU. Choose based on the kind of meal you want and the latest details from each venue.
Is Dominique Bouchet Kyoto Le Teppanyaki good for a special occasion?
It may work for a special occasion if the venue suits your plans. It is in Kyoto, the dress code is smart casual, it serves lunch and dinner on open days, and it is closed on Wednesday.
