I wanted to visit "Washoku Haruru" located about a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station. It is a small restaurant with only a counter, so I recommend going with 1-2 people. It's better to make a reservation. The proprietress creates a friendly atmosphere by saying things like "It's cold, isn't it?" or "It's cold, so I recommend oden." Right from the start, I was hooked! [Order details] - Oden: egg x2, daikon radish x2, beef tendon x2 - Fried chicken with local chicken - Soup roll with snapping turtle - Potato salad - Duck mince cutlet Beer, sake, and more... Every dish had high quality or originality. The most surprising was the potato salad! Small whole potatoes are not mashed and are covered in a slightly tangy mayonnaise-based sauce, full of originality! It was my first time seeing fried chicken made with heart and other parts of the chicken! The oden was all soaked in delicious broth, and each small dish was served individually. They are also taking thorough COVID-19 measures. They had Juyondai and Tohichi sake! I tried Juyondai and Tohichi as recommended by the proprietress. Both were easy to drink and went well with the food. The price was around 7,000 yen per person. I was completely satisfied with the atmosphere, service, and food at the restaurant. Thank you for the meal!

I had heard good things about this restaurant where you can order individual Japanese dishes, and I was curious to try it out. It was indeed a great experience - the delicious Japanese dishes were prepared well and served in just the right portion sizes. The proprietress was very friendly and provided excellent service, making us feel at ease. The restaurant's interior had a nice atmosphere, which I can see why it's so popular. I found a place that I would definitely want to visit again when I come back to Kyoto.

I visited this place for the second time to earn enough to come here. Since my last visit before the coronavirus, it seems that all industries are struggling to train young staff, but the staff here have increased. What I like about this place is not only the taste, but also the casual way the landlady and the master look around and interact. Those who don't like teaching young staff may not like it, but keep it up, K-kun! The taste is delicious, as expected. As mentioned in other comments, the cost performance may not be the best, but I still want to come here for this taste. The atmosphere is nice, with the landlady's good service and the master's artisan qualities. Is it just my imagination that a restaurant that serves chasers with sake never disappoints? I will definitely visit again.

Recommended by a friend, I visited this place for the first time. There are only 10 counter seats. The owner, who has a very traditional Kyoto vibe, guides the young staff while running the place, so you need to be understanding. Although they have a 2-hour time limit, they announced last call just 1 hour after we sat down. The food and drinks were not bad, but the atmosphere was not very relaxing. The prices are on the higher side, typical of Kyoto.

On weekends in Kyoto, all the Japanese restaurants were full, but this place was empty haha. Is it not popular? However, the food was incredibly delicious. Especially the grilled mackerel and bamboo shoot dish! It was so tasty. Maybe it's a bit expensive, that's why it's empty. For the 5 dishes in the photo and 1 drink each, it was a little over 10,000 yen per person. Isn't that a bit expensive? Overall, the cost performance is quite negative, so that's my evaluation.

I am a tourist unfamiliar with Kyoto, but I came here with a longing to experience the authentic Kyoto food culture, not just for tourists. This small restaurant has only about 10 counter seats and the kitchen space is also within the counter area. There is no fixed course menu, so you order dishes one by one from the menu board with the daily recommendations. The variety of dishes is not extensive. I had the "assorted sashimi," "simmered mackerel and bamboo shoots," "mackerel sushi," "duck mince cutlet," "potato salad," "fresh wheat gluten wrapped in seaweed," etc. The "assorted sashimi" included tuna from Kochi, Anago eel from Awaji, bonito, and sea bream. It was a delight to see Anago eel from Awaji as it is not commonly found in Tokyo, making it a truly Kansai-style experience. The "simmered mackerel and bamboo shoots" captured the essence of spring with the fresh aroma and sweetness of bamboo shoots, complemented by the rich umami of the mackerel and delicate broth. The "duck mince cutlet" had a nice contrast between the moist and sweet duck meat inside and the crispy fried coating. The "mackerel sushi" was unexpectedly rolled in seaweed, with mackerel and Kujo green onions inside. It was a unique take on mackerel sushi that I had not seen before. As a fan of chewy textures, the "fresh wheat gluten wrapped in seaweed" was a big hit for me. It is not commonly found in Tokyo, so it added to the feeling of experiencing Kyoto cuisine. The cooking and plating are done right in front of you at the counter. Despite the small space, the chef efficiently prepares and plates various dishes like simmered, fried, and grilled items, creating a kind of entertainment with his artisan skills. This, combined with the gratitude of having a dish made just for you, enhances the dining experience. The quality of the ingredients, the skill of the chef, the intimate atmosphere of the small restaurant, and the overall Kyoto essence made my trip even more memorable. I would love to visit again in the future.

A clean and cozy small restaurant with a friendly atmosphere, with a counter that can accommodate about 10 people. I enjoyed dishes like potato salad, urui and trout with vinegar miso, grilled spring cabbage and firefly squid with yam, grilled fresh wheat gluten, creeson and wagyu sukiyaki, and mackerel sushi with clear skies, paired with a refreshing beer. The potato salad was unexpectedly delicious! You can't go wrong with any dish here.

What I ate was - assorted appetizers (spinach ohitashi, tender octopus simmered dish) - rapeseed flowers and trout with vinegar miso - duck mince cutlet - sea bream sushi with shiso leaf - tempura of spring vegetables - mackerel sushi with clear skies The experience of having the menu written on the blackboard and watching the dishes being made in front of you is a great joy, making it a perfect traditional Japanese-style izakaya for those who enjoy watching the cooking process from the counter.

If you want to enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine, I highly recommend this restaurant. The interior consists only of a counter, and on this day, it was of course full. They explain the dishes and drinks at the beginning, so even first-time visitors can enjoy without worry. The food is delicious, and the drinks are also well-paired. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

Lovely atmosphere at the counter-style traditional Japanese restaurant. I made a same-day reservation and was able to get a table, probably because it was early. The hostess was kind and made me feel very welcome, thank you. The grilled wheat gluten was delicious. The selection of drinks was great, with all my favorites available. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I had been curious for a while and finally visited this restaurant. You can order a la carte and they serve the dishes separately, which is really nice. The portions are small so you can try many different kinds of dishes. The unique potato salad left a strong impression. There are plenty of options for drinks, as well as fried foods, grilled dishes, and hot dishes. Everything was really delicious. The chef used to work at Wakuden. The hostess was also very kind and left a great impression. I would love to come back again.

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The atmosphere was great, with a sense of cleanliness that was top-notch. The menu was a bit difficult to read due to the angle, but I appreciated that they were willing to take photos for me. The small dishes and appetizers with a focus on sake were delicious and elegant, allowing for a relaxing meal. Reservations are necessary, but I would love to go back again.

I visited for the first time after they moved. Previously, I think the head chef did all the cooking, but now the female chef was skillfully preparing dishes, which was refreshing. The service was attentive and I was able to enjoy dining alone. However, it was disappointing that I couldn't order a small portion of mackerel sushi. Thank you for the meal.

I was struggling to decide where to eat in Kyoto at night, so I ended up at this highly rated restaurant. When I arrived about 15 minutes early, there were no customers... I peeked inside and was told that they couldn't let me in too early because they start all at once. They kindly let me in because it was cold outside. I tried popular dishes such as potato salad, mackerel sushi, and oden. The oden had some unique options which were interesting. They asked us to order oden individually instead of sharing, so my friend and I each ordered one. However, there are items that can be shared, so I recommend ordering something different. We ended up ordering the same thing and regretted not choosing something else. Also, the tense atmosphere between the female owner and her apprentice right in front of us was uncomfortable. Even though the food was decently delicious, the overall experience was not enjoyable, which was quite disappointing.

I was finally able to make a reservation at a popular traditional Japanese restaurant that is usually hard to get into. This time, I tried on a weekday and succeeded in booking a table! Here are some of the dishes I enjoyed: - Steamed ankimo (monkfish liver) with Japanese sake thief: Absolutely delicious, I couldn't get enough of it. - Special mackerel sushi: A great way to finish the meal. It was surprising to see it served as a rolled sushi instead of a large piece of mackerel. The freshly rolled sushi was crispy and tasty. - Deep-fried taro with minced meat miso: A seasonal dish with a Kyoto touch. The taro was soft and creamy, and the minced meat miso was flavorful. - Oden (Japanese hot pot) with daikon radish, clams, and yuzu-flavored wheat gluten: I always like to have three different items in my oden. The daikon radish is a must, and I also like to try something unique. This oden selection was perfect for late autumn. - Duck meat menchi katsu: The richly flavored duck meat with a hint of sansho pepper was juicy and delicious. The sauce served with it was also tasty. You can order sake starting from half a cup at this restaurant, so I enjoyed 1.5 cups. Just a reminder, make sure to arrive on time for your reservation, as the restaurant strictly opens at the reserved time. Also, if you have a reservation for the second seating at 8:00 PM, be prepared to wait outside until the previous guests have left. Overall, it was a great dining experience.

My husband used flextime and took the afternoon Tohoku Shinkansen to Tokyo Station. He transferred to the Tokaido Shinkansen, while I boarded from Shin-Yokohama to meet up. Today, we got off at Kyoto for a stopover. We will stay overnight and head to Kokura in the morning. After checking in, we hurried to Daimaru. We had made a reservation at "Washoku Hare" which we had been wanting to visit for a while. When we arrived and gave our reservation name, they led us to a seat at the counter at the back. The menu for the day was written on a blackboard, but the staff kindly took a photo of the menu on my phone as it might be hard to see from our seats. First, we toasted with beer and oolong tea! Soon, a hot dish was served as an appetizer - a hot and thick duck meatball in a savory sauce. The ginger flavor warmed us up from the inside and whetted our appetite. Next, we ordered based on the photos on my phone - sashimi (a small portion of tuna and sea bream), kinpira burdock, potato salad, fried ginkgo nuts, simmered chicken wings and beef shank, and shrimp tempura. The simple and unpretentious dishes were perfect for us. The dishes were served promptly and my husband's drink kept flowing. The restaurant was soon filled with customers, and some who came in without a reservation couldn't get a table. The atmosphere was very warm and homely. We left the restaurant saying, "We'll definitely come back!" We enjoyed the delicious meal! Thank you for the feast!

Everything was really delicious! The atmosphere was calming. The appetizers were tasty, and I particularly liked the potato salad with a new twist. The simmered octopus was tender and fluffy. The conger eel rice bowl with roe was also interesting and tasty. The sashimi was good, but not outstanding. The grilled meat and fish were decently delicious. It's a shame they only accept cash, but the service was good and the food was tasty overall.

All the dishes were truly outstanding. The eel soup and eel udon not only made me feel the summer vibes, but the taste of the broth was truly exquisite. I would also like to order the mackerel sushi again. It's a two-part meal, so it's better to make a reservation before going! I would love to visit again!