Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto
Shimogyō, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A Tabelog yakiniku WEST 100 regular since 2018, this Shimogyo venue delivers Kuroge wagyu at JPY 10,000-15,000 per head with counter seating that gives you direct control over grill timing. Weekend lunch drops to JPY 3,000-4,000, private rooms fit up to 20, and booking stress stays lower than most peers in the category.
About Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto
Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto is a Kyoto venue with evening hours throughout the week and lunch hours on Saturday and Sunday. Its published price bands are JPY 10,000-14,999 and JPY 3,000-3,999, and the dress code is smart casual. The restaurant is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - WEST - 2025.
Planning Details
The venue is in Kyoto, appears in the Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - WEST - 2025 listing, and carries a smart-casual dress code. The price bands and opening hours are key planning details.
Weekend Lunch, Dinner Hours, and Timing
Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto is open for dinner Monday through Friday from 5 PM to 10:30 PM. On Saturday and Sunday, it is open for lunch from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and again for dinner from 5 PM to 10:30 PM. The price bands are JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 10,000-14,999.
Price Bands and Kyoto Dining Context
Pricing places Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto in two published bands: JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 10,000-14,999. For diners comparing formats, Washoku Haru, Kiu, and Izugen are other allowed Kyoto comparisons, while Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto remains a relevant choice for a meal planned around its hours, price bands, dress code, and listing.
For itinerary planning, use the schedule: dinner daily, plus lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5–10:30 PM · Tuesday: 5–10:30 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒600-8092 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Shinmeicho, 243 雅綾小路ビル 1階
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- valuet.co.jp/brands/yazawa-kyoto
- Phone
- +81 75-352-2914
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto presents itself as a focused yakiniku specialist that emphasizes top-tier beef. Yazawa Meat Direct Store supplies carefully selected Kuroge Wagyu chosen by skilled artisans around the country. Practical details, no smoking and online reservations, underscore a clean, orderly dining environment. The presence of private rooms signals a place designed for privacy and concentrated enjoyment of grilled premium cuts rather than casual, boisterous dining. The overall impression is of a serious meat-forward restaurant that prioritizes provenance and a reservation-oriented, smoke-free experience.
Best For
This spot is best for diners seeking a dedicated Japanese barbecue experience centered on high-quality Kuroge Wagyu. The availability of private rooms makes it well suited to small groups, families, or parties who want a contained space for their meal. Because the restaurant positions itself as a meat-direct purveyor and highlights online reservations, it also works for planned celebrations or gatherings where guests expect focused attention on premium beef. The no-smoking policy further supports group dining where comfort and a clean atmosphere matter.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize booking ahead using the restaurant’s online reservation option: private rooms are available and likely in demand for group dining. Plan to order premium cuts of 'Kuroge Wagyu' supplied directly by Yazawa Meat Direct Store.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined but relaxed yakiniku setting with modern interiors, comfortable table and private-room seating, and an atmosphere suited to dates, families, and business dinners rather than a noisy grill house.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu, Family style
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Beer, Spirits
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2016
Signature Dishes
- Yazawa-yaki (signature sukiyaki-style wagyu sirloin)
- Genuine yukhoe (yukke)
- Consommé soup with Wagyu short ribs and soft-boiled egg
- Garlic rice with sirloin
- Seared sushi with premium cuts
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒600-8092 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Shinmeicho, 243 雅綾小路ビル 1階
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10:30 PM
Location
Japan, 〒600-8092 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Shinmeicho, 243 雅綾小路ビル 1階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Washoku Haru, Japanese, ¥¥
- Kiu, Sushi, Sushi
- Izugen, Sushi, ¥
- 和ごころ 泉, Notable alternative
- 3TOKU6MI Shijo karasuma ten, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Restaurant context
Among Kyoto's mid-to-upper yakiniku options, this venue occupies a practical middle ground: more accessible than the city's ultra-premium wagyu specialists but more consistent than the sub-JPY 5,000 grill chains. Washoku Haru runs a kaiseki program at a comparable JPY 10,000-15,000 dinner budget, but the service formality and multi-course pacing suit different occasions, yakiniku here offers interactive cooking and faster turnover when you want control over your meal tempo. Kiu and Izugen both serve sushi; Izugen's lower price tier (around JPY 3,000-4,000) makes it the budget-conscious choice, while Kiu's omakase format shifts the experience from self-cooked to chef-driven.
The counter experience here justifies the price for solo diners or pairs who care about technique; larger groups benefit more from the private rooms, which 和ごころ 泉 also offers but without the same wagyu sourcing depth. 3TOKU6MI Shijo karasuma ten operates at a similar JPY 3,000-4,000 lunch price point and closer proximity to Shijo Station, making it the quicker, less formal alternative when time is tight. For travelers prioritizing Tabelog-recognized quality and direct meat sourcing, this venue delivers the clearest value, book the counter for technique, the private rooms for group dynamics, and the weekend lunch for budget flexibility.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto in Kyoto?
For other Kyoto dining, consider Washoku Haru, Kiu, or Izugen, depending on the kind of meal you want. 3TOKU6MI Shijo karasuma ten is also a comparison.
Is lunch or dinner better at Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto?
Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto serves dinner Monday through Sunday from 5 PM to 10:30 PM, and lunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The price bands are JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 10,000-14,999.
Is Yakiniku Yazawa Kyoto good for a special occasion?
Private rooms, birthday services, seat counts, or celebration packages are not specified. It has a smart-casual dress code, Kyoto location, published price bands, and inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - WEST - 2025.
