The plate of assorted appetizers is very cute and beautiful. I changed the pasta to spaghetti for the Amatriciana. The dish had plenty of ingredients and was not too sour, which I liked. Each dish was visually appealing and the service was polite, making it an enjoyable lunch. I definitely want to try going in the evening as well.

Italian restaurant Ca Del Viare located a 5-7 minute walk from Nijo Station. It is a popular Italian restaurant with a spacious and bright atmosphere. It was selected as one of the top 100 Italian restaurants in the west in 2023. They offer both table and counter seats, and if you prefer a view of the handsome chef cooking, the counter seats are recommended for small groups. I tried the main lunch course this time. The course includes appetizer, pasta, main dish, and dessert. The appetizer was a large plate with 2 types of ham, paprika, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, snow peas, cucumber, and marinated onions, a visually pleasing and voluminous dish. You can choose from multiple sauces for the pasta, and the Amatriciana with a tomato base was delightful, with the option to choose your favorite pasta shape. The Satsuma pork for the main dish was juicy with just the right amount of bounce, and the combination of flavorful fat, balsamic vinegar, and potato confit was excellent. It was a very cost-effective course menu that even included a beautiful dessert plate, so be sure to visit. Thank you for the meal! *Instagram food account: https://www.instagram.com/shunsuke.naka/ (Over 10,000 followers!)

Visited here for lunch, just a short walk from Nijo Station, taking less than 5 minutes along the train line. Arrived as the first customer without a reservation. Although fully booked that day, they kindly prepared a counter seat for me. Grateful for their generosity. The menu included: A Course - 3,300 yen *Assorted appetizers *Mortadella made with Kyoto ingredients *Buffalo mozzarella with tomato jam...etc. *Homemade pasta - Italian pasta with veal ragu and cheese sauce, topped with hazelnuts *Assorted desserts *Espresso The assorted appetizers offered a variety of vegetables, with the standout being the buffalo mozzarella with tomato jam, a perfect pairing of concentrated tomato flavor and slight sweetness with the smooth mozzarella. Choosing the homemade pasta without hesitation, it was superb, especially with the veal ragu cheese sauce that was rich in flavor and delicious, a heavenly combination with hazelnuts. For dessert, I opted for the assorted plate since I planned to visit a gelato shop later. Every dish was delicious until the end. Sitting at the counter in view of the kitchen was enjoyable, with various enticing aromas stimulating my senses. I was grateful for the last-minute opportunity to enjoy such a wonderful lunch. I will make a reservation for my next visit. Thank you for the lovely meal.

In northern Italy, in the Piedmont region, it is said that they eat fish and meat dishes together. I was surprised by the variety of appetizers. For lunch, I chose pasta. The tomato pasta had a tangy tomato sauce and was delicious. Homemade focaccia and olive oil were served. The roasted rabbit loin with hazelnut flavor was imported from Italy or France. It was my first time eating rabbit, and the meat was mild.

A friend who has an Italian husband recommended this place as the best Italian restaurant in Kyoto, so we made a reservation and went. I forgot to take a picture of the pasta, but the pasta with plump oysters was so delicious... The appetizers were also colorful and everything was delicious no matter what you ate.

While in Arashiyama and almost becoming a lunch refugee, I decided to head to the urban area, specifically to Nijo Station. I found this place. Atmosphere-wise, during the day, it's open and airy with a spacious counter table and an open kitchen in the back. The staff uniforms are stylish, and the chef is a cool older gentleman. There are no order slips; you pay at the register. It was a weekday, and there was a gathering of stylish ladies. I arrived at 11:54, had salad at 12:09, the main dish at 12:30, and finished quickly by 12:41, so it's about an hour stay. The service is polite. For lunch, the pasta course is ¥3300, and adding a main dish makes it ¥4400. You can choose your pasta and main dish. There seemed to be a coin parking lot next door, and it's also close to Nijo Station. The salad was colorful and goes well with drinks. The ham is homemade, and they use Kyoto vegetables. I had homemade pasta with Italian veal ragu sauce and hazelnuts. The flat noodles were chewy and delicious.

In Kyoto's Nijo, there is a restaurant that I absolutely love ✨ I always make sure to visit during the white truffle season every year (*⁰▿⁰*) Once you choose your favorite dish, they generously shave the truffles on top of it/// It was simply the best with lots of fragrant red parts (*^▽^*) The assorted appetizers are always so beautifully presented, it's impressive ✨ I hope I can go again next year...♡♡

I went to Kyoto to see the Art Aquarium exhibition at Nijo Castle☆ I made a reservation at this restaurant near Nijo Station○ The restaurant is very beautiful, and both the chef and staff are friendly♡ The appetizers I checked from reviews were as gorgeous as expected◎ ・ Handmade pasta with oysters and karasumi ・ Yoro pork (mochi pork) with butternut squash in 8-year aged balsamic sauce○ ・ Homemade chestnut gelato with fried pasta & hazelnut cake was very delicious♡ I would love to visit again when I come to Kyoto◎

I was invited to celebrate the 20th anniversary at home, where I usually don't drink, so it's been a while since I had so much wine. We toasted with Ferrari's rosé and before we knew it, one good wine after another kept coming (laughs). The dishes included appetizers, pasta, gorgonzola gnocchi, and dessert with espresso. The fun time passed quickly, and on the way home, when I looked up, the stars were twinkling a little (laughs). It's not a shooting star, but I hope we can all gather again soon! I hope this turmoil settles down quickly...

Since it's Christmas, I visited here to have a delicious meal. They only offered a Christmas course for 12,000 yen during the Christmas season. It looked delicious, but I was worried it might be too much food, so I opted for à la carte. Every dish was incredibly tasty. Well, the prices were on the higher side though.

This restaurant is located near Nijo Station in Kyoto. I don't usually come to Nijo, but I think it's worth coming here for this restaurant. The interior is a stylish space like a cafe, but the food is authentic. The long-awaited Alba white truffle this autumn. It's no exaggeration to say that when it comes to white truffles, it's Chef Watanabe. This year's truffles are said to be particularly high quality. The moment it was presented in front of me, the aroma pierced through my nose... I want to keep smelling it forever. The egg noodles called Tagliolini that go well with white truffles. It's simple but delicious. It's much more delicious to eat it on top of regular pasta with truffles. Veal steak. It has a moderate chewiness and plenty of meaty flavor. I felt the Gorgonzola sauce was a bit heavy, but it's not a problem for cheese lovers. It wasn't as impressive as the pasta earlier, but it was delicious in a classic way. The dessert was a platter of 4 varieties. A young staff member other than Chef Watanabe was plating it in front of me while chatting with other staff, so it was disappointing. The desserts themselves that were plated were all reasonably delicious, but it was a shame. By the way, the panna cotta stood out as excellent. I want to come back next autumn to eat truffles again.

Lunch course: - Assorted appetizers: A variety of mozzarella cheese, fresh vegetables, ham, and more allowed us to enjoy different flavors. - Spaghetti with mushrooms in anchovy-flavored olive-based sauce: The texture of the plentiful mushrooms was good, and the flavor was rich. - Dessert: The chocolate cake was moist, and the panna cotta was creamy.

I was invited to an Italian dinner in Kyoto on this day. ---【Location】--- It is located near "JR Nijo Castle" station. On this day, I walked from Karasuma Oike area for a stroll and arrived on foot, which is just one subway stop away, so it took about 20 minutes. ---【Interior】--- When you pass under the JR viaduct where Nijo Castle station is located, a stylish white house suddenly appears. Wow~♡ A standalone restaurant after a long time♪ And it's a two-story building♪ Yes, its appearance is truly like a white mansion♡ The interior (first floor) has a counter and table seats. It has a casual and stylish atmosphere without a sense of heaviness. In front of the counter on the floor, there is a spacious kitchen, giving a lively vibe to the entire floor. On this day, I had the "Chef's Recommended Course for 9,000 yen." First, a toast with sparkling wine. *As it is a traditional Italian restaurant, they do not have champagne (laughs). It has a refreshing dryness, gentle bubbles, and it smoothly seeps into the tired body under the scorching sun, making it delicious♡ ●First dish: Genovese pasta with sea urchin, white wine jelly of red snapper I was a bit surprised that it started with pasta... The sharp basil flavor is refreshing. The red snapper jelly has a quite jiggly texture, gentle taste, and is a perfect start♪ However, it's quite a substantial portion from the first dish (laughs). ●Second dish: Assorted seasonal vegetables with mozzarella cheese and prosciutto This is also a quite hearty dish. The sauces are white balsamic and tuna. The intense flavor of the vegetables, the balanced saltiness of the prosciutto (three types), with alternating acidity and accents, makes it very appetizing. ●Third dish: Assorted grilled seafood Another substantial dish with a variety of ingredients... - Red snapper - Langoustine - Mussels from Mont Saint-Michel - Grilled eggplant For adult women, it's already a bit heavy in volume (laughs). However, the soft salty balance is exquisite, and it goes down smoothly♪ The langoustine is eaten whole, and the mussels have a sweet and rich flavor. ●Fourth dish: Tajarin, a representative hand-cut pasta from Piedmont This was my first time having this, and it was amazingly delicious!!! It's said to be kneaded with plenty of egg yolk, and it has a sweetness and crunchy texture somewhat like Baby Star Ramen, dancing on the tongue. The bitterness of herbs like celery and fennel, and the crunchy pork cartilage, are excellent accents♡ Even though I thought I was already full... and even though it's carbohydrates... I just kept eating endlessly (*≧∀≦*) It's the kind of deliciousness that I personally find dangerously good (laughs) Amazing, Tajarin❤️ ●Fifth dish: Agnolotti del Plin Following the Tajarin, this is another regional pasta from Piedmont. It's a stuffed pasta with three types of meat inside: veal, pork, and rabbit. The surface is slippery, but the inside has a refined bitterness and accents, making it delicious❤️ With red wine, it goes down smoothly and beautifully♫ Although it's just pasta, I deeply felt how truly intricate it can be. ●Sixth dish: Grilled veal with porcini mushroom sauce and polenta with cornmeal Along with the serving, a nice scent of porcini mushrooms tickles the nose. The fine-grained rare red meat passing smoothly over the tongue... it was delicious. By the way, the dessert was a bit too sweet for me. Lately, I've been trying many innovative styles of French and Italian cuisine, so having "Piedmontese cuisine" from start to finish was actually ===========

When it comes to high-end restaurants, they tend to use premium ingredients generously. However, how well are they really utilizing those high-end ingredients? I started pondering about that after trying truffles at this restaurant around November. Though it's a short season, the time for white truffles is approaching. When it comes to the highest-grade white truffles from Alba, Northern Italy, the price is just outrageous... (laughs) Speaking of white truffles, at this restaurant, they layer multiple types of white truffles to complement the dishes and complete them. I never knew white truffles could have such distinct aromas... (amazed) The customized and sliced white truffle aromas for each dish were truly heavenly. I mean, why are there such wonderful scents and delicious things in this world... I pondered. At the same time, I wondered what truffles I had eaten at other restaurants... It was truly a shocking experience. I have yet to encounter a dinner that surpasses this. Therefore, in my opinion, I gave it a score close to perfect. It may not be something you can afford easily, but the value of this experience is worth it. Thank you for the delightful meal.

It is my favorite restaurant in Nijo♪ There are many varieties of appetizers that look beautiful. The pasta is delicious and the desserts are beautiful and tasty. It is popular among women because plenty of vegetables are used.

Looking back at old photos and reminiscing about the nostalgic and delicious memories, I wanted to revisit and confirm its current existence. I found out that the restaurant has now expanded in Nijo, which made me happy and want to leave a comment... I visited for lunch on October 20, 2004. After visiting Nijo Castle and Shinsen-en Garden, I decided to dine at this restaurant. Sitting at the table, I recalled how beautiful Nijo Castle was even in the rain. I had the Kyoto vegetable pasta for lunch. It came with a salad, bread, and pasta, if I remember correctly. The colorful dish with autumn mushrooms had a simple yet deep flavor, and it was very delicious. The salad was a delightful dish that not only featured leafy greens but also various textures to satisfy the palate. Although the restaurant has moved slightly west now, I believe you can still enjoy the same deliciousness. This experience has convinced me to visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Second visit today! I love the appetizers here too much ❤️ The appetizers are so delicious that I end up opening a bottle of wine just for them. They are not only tasty but also visually appealing, making it hard to decide which one to start with! Last time, I had the porcini mushroom steak. Every dish is delicious here. Especially the vegetables are tasty. I will definitely visit again.

Main lunch for 4,400 yen. You can choose the main dish, pasta, and dessert. The appetizer was gorgeous. The taste was delicious, even the coffee. Especially the pasta was tasty. The service was polite. It's worth the 4,400 yen.

I had a 3000 yen lunch. The spacious interior was open and lovely. The food was delicious, and it was my first time there, but it was good.

I discovered a stylish Italian restaurant in a detached house. It seemed expensive, and I thought it might be out of budget for our Wednesday gathering... However, when I looked into it, I found that they offered reasonably priced set courses, and to my delight, they also had the essential "all-you-can-drink" option for our Wednesday gathering. So, I made a reservation eagerly. I'm glad I didn't judge too quickly just based on assumptions. Let's make it a goal this year not to give up on things too quickly. (Only 2 months left!) Tonight, we reserved the second floor for our Wednesday gathering (available for groups of 10 or more). Stylish espresso cups lined the windows. We ordered the "shared platter course (¥4400)" and, of course, added the "90-minute all-you-can-drink" option. The all-you-can-drink was ¥1650. And they even served us sparkling wine for the first toast. How amazing is that?! The dishes arrived promptly. First, a generous serving of my favorite, prosciutto!! ▲ Assorted Italian hams. My excitement shot up right away. It captured both my heart and my stomach. Boiled, smoked, aged for 24 months. This was for 6 servings. Amazing! ▲ Salami ▲ Assorted vegetables The salami was seasoned perfectly, and the salad was hearty. It was satisfying. Carrots, pumpkin, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers piled up. ▲ Homemade focaccia The focaccia was baked in a wood-fired oven at their sister restaurant, Alcamino. It was fragrant, crispy on the edges, and chewy inside. The next appetizer, mozzarella cheese, was sweet and deliciously creamy. Then, two pasta dishes appeared. ▲ Mushroom and hazelnut cheese base ▲ Italian veal ragu sauce Both were incredibly voluminous! And incredibly delicious! Especially the cheese pasta!! My friend Ayachan's eyes widened, "What is this, it's so delicious!!" Even the mains were landing with tremendous volume! ▲ Mochi pork steak and Italian sausage with 8-year-old balsamic sauce The pork was delicious, and the sausage was perfect! But I could only manage 1 or 2 bites. My stomach was already full. It was beyond the level and quantity for ¥4400. This place is amazing! Finally, dessert (laughs). Blood orange gelato and pudding with semolina flour. The owner-chef and the staff were all kind and it was a great restaurant. The cost performance is unbelievably good. My stomach and satisfaction were overflowing! They even wrapped up the leftover mains for takeout. Fantastic until the end. I will definitely visit again! Thank you for the wonderful meal!!