Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
Kissa Madrague
100Pearl PointsKyoto Coffee Counter

About Kissa Madrague
A Tabelog Kissaten 100 selection in Nakagyo Ward, this 18-seat café serves yoshoku sandwiches and coffee in a converted convenience store. At JPY 1,000–1,999 per visit, it's a mid-afternoon break option rather than a destination lunch, with counter seating and a cash-only policy. Book morning or lunch slots ahead; walk-ins work when demand is light.
Kissa Madrague is a Kyoto venue with a casual dress code, a verified price range of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, daily hours from 8 AM to 6 PM. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022. Beyond those confirmed basics, details such as specific dishes, seating layout, reservations, payment methods, dietary accommodations are not verified here, so this guide keeps the recommendation grounded in what is known.
Kissa Madrague at a Casual Price Point
For planning purposes, the most reliable facts are straightforward: Kissa Madrague is open every day from 8 AM to 6 PM, the dress code is casual, the listed price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Treat it as an informal Kyoto stop rather than a formal dining room. Because specific menu items and service details are not verified, check directly with the venue before visiting if you need current information on ordering, booking, payment, or dietary needs.
How It Fits the Kyoto Map
The confirmed Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022 recognition gives Kissa Madrague a clear point of interest for visitors comparing options in Kyoto. Still, the page should not overstate what is known: exact scores, neighborhood claims, seat counts, detailed service formats are not verified here. If you are comparing it with other Kyoto dining options, Grill French and Nijojo Furuta are different types of restaurants, while the broader full restaurant scene offers many other unnamed choices.
Quick reference: Kyoto; casual dress code; JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999; open 8 AM–6 PM daily; listed in Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Kissa Madrague?
Specific menu items are not verified here. Check directly with Kissa Madrague for the current menu before visiting.
What should a first-timer know about Kissa Madrague?
Kissa Madrague is in Kyoto, has a casual dress code, is listed at JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. It is open daily from 8 AM to 6 PM.
Does Kissa Madrague handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not verified here. check the venue's official channels if you have specific requirements.
Is lunch or dinner better at Kissa Madrague?
Verified hours are 8 AM to 6 PM every day. Specific meal periods and last-order times are not verified here.
How far ahead should I book Kissa Madrague?
Reservation details are not verified here. Check directly with Kissa Madrague for current booking information.
Can Kissa Madrague accommodate groups?
Group capacity and seating layout are not verified here. check the venue's official channels if you plan to visit with a group.
Location
706-5 Kamimatsuyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0035, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Compare Kissa Madrague
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kissa Madrague | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Easy | |
| 釜座 長島 | Unknown | ||
| Kamanza Nagashima | Unknown | ||
| Grill French | French | Unknown | |
| Nijojo Furuta | Japanese | ¥¥¥ | Unknown |
| Le Petitmec Oike ten | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 | Unknown |
Key differences to consider before you reserve.
Also Consider
- 釜座 長島, Notable alternative
- Kamanza Nagashima, Notable alternative
- Grill French, French, French
- Nijojo Furuta, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- Le Petitmec Oike ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
At JPY 1,000–1,999, this venue sits below the ¥¥¥ tier of Nijojo Furuta, which offers refined Japanese cooking at three times the price. For café-goers weighing yoshoku options, Le Petitmec Oike ten delivers French-style sandwiches at an even lower entry point (under JPY 999), though without the Tabelog 100 badge. If booking difficulty matters, this spot requires less advance notice than Grill French, where securing a table during peak lunch hours can take a week. The trade-off is ambition: you're paying for reliability and a quiet room, not culinary experimentation.
For travelers building a Kyoto itinerary around coffee culture, this venue fits the mid-tier yoshoku category, solid execution without the craft-coffee rigor of specialty roasters or the elevated service of hotel lounges. If you're already near Karasuma Oike and want a break between temple visits, it's a reasonable stop. If you're crossing the city specifically for a kissaten experience, consider whether the Tabelog 100 designation alone justifies the trip, or whether other Kyoto restaurants better match your budget and appetite. The cash-only policy and no-card acceptance make it less convenient than peers that handle electronic payments, so bring yen if you're planning a visit.
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