On a hot summer night in Kyoto in August 2015... Let's relax at the traditional house "Ushinohone Anaza" on Machiya Street. The atmosphere inside is calm and elegant, with a blend of traditional and modern Japanese elements. As an outsider, I felt like I was truly experiencing Kyoto on this night. - Seasonal appetizer assortment - Assorted sashimi - Tender octopus simmered dish - Beef tendon and konjac stew - Soft tofu from Yoshitomi - Thick mushrooms - Specialty Ushinohone beef stew - Various types of Japanese sake We didn't need to consult any guidebooks as we had locals with us, who had lived in Kyoto for a long time. We enjoyed 8 Kyoto-style side dishes as part of the appetizer assortment. They were not only visually appealing but also delicious. The tofu was rich and flavorful. However, what left a lasting impression was the restaurant's specialty, the beef stew. Made with only the finest red meat from Japanese cattle, it is simmered for 2 days to perfection. The creamy and smooth texture, combined with the rich flavor of the meat, was truly memorable. The bread served with the stew was gone in no time. There were many other dishes I would like to try, so I definitely want to visit again. Overall, every dish was delicious, and I felt that the restaurant deserved a higher rating on food review websites. It made me appreciate the high level of Kyoto's food culture. I would like to visit the main branch next time. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

When I visited Kyoto for work after a long time, I decided to have a meal with my junior colleagues, and we chose a Japanese restaurant as we thought it would be nice. The main branch is in Ponto-cho, and they have a summer terrace, but it was already full that day, so we went to the branch along Sanjo Street. We were seated at a table with a sunken hearth for four people and ordered our drinks. Normally, I would have chosen sake for Japanese food, but it was a scorching hot day, so I opted for beer, and we all raised a toast. The beer tasted especially good when shared with old friends. Soon, the appetizer platter was served. It included rainbow trout sashimi with grilled corn sauce, asari clams with Hokkaido black seven spice, simmered small potatoes and broad beans, red snapper with sweet vinegar sauce, and Kagoshima beef and burdock in grated yam sauce. Each dish was delicious in its own way. We then ordered my favorite sake, Kazeno Mori. It had a refreshing taste that was perfect for the summer. The sashimi platter featured bonito and kanpachi. The bonito was served with ginger as a condiment, and the kanpachi had wasabi. Both went well with sake. Next, we had cold simmered dishes: simmered Kamo eggplant, grilled eggplant with minced shrimp, and chilled yuba with myoga and plum. The dishes were cool and refreshing, with the flavors of eggplant and shrimp spreading in the mouth. The green beans added a fresh touch to the presentation. The fried dish was anglerfish and anglerfish liver with myoga, myoga and umeboshi tofu tempura. We dipped the pounded okra in the dish. The anglerfish had a rich umami flavor, while the umeboshi tofu added a refreshing taste. The fried yuba had a crispy texture and a savory taste. It was an excellent dish that allowed us to appreciate the flavor of the anglerfish. We then ordered Kirakucho Tokubetsu Junmai sake. It had a rich rice flavor with a crisp finish. The grilled dish was confit of sea bass. The sea bass was cooked in confit style and then grilled, served with summer vegetable sauce. The crispy skin and tender texture of the sea bass, along with the summer vegetables, created a delicious dish. A rare cucumber tempura was also served, adding an interesting element to the plate. The side dish was rolled young ginger and conger eel, topped with minced octopus. The rolled rice with conger eel had a refreshing taste of young ginger, while the minced octopus added a unique flavor without overpowering the dish. It was an intriguing dish. As a side dish, we had the restaurant's specialty beef stew served with baguette. We ate it with wooden spoons, savoring the rich and tender meat without any unpleasant aftertaste. The baguette dipped in the stew was so delicious that we asked for seconds. We all enjoyed the stew to the last drop. For dessert, we had vanilla ice cream and pineapple. The ice cream had a light and refreshing flavor like gelato, which was a perfect ending after the rich beef stew. The restaurant's cuisine combines the best of traditional Japanese cuisine and izakaya dishes, making it a great place to enjoy both food and drinks.

The food was delicious and I forgot to take pictures of many dishes because they were all so good! We had Kamo eggplant miso, a variety of Kyoto vegetables, and spring rolls with plenty of large whelks which was a pleasant surprise. There were many interesting dishes to enjoy, like sea urchin with yuba and sea urchin soy sauce, along with drinks. It was a fun dining experience that put us in a good mood, making us feel like going to a second restaurant (which we actually did!).

The bill came to about 8000 yen for two people, which was surprisingly cheap and good. The sweet potato with butter, kamameshi, and grilled rice balls were delicious. On the other hand, the stew, which seemed to be a specialty, was a bit different from what I expected. It was probably because it had honey in it, making it quite sweet. I prefer the red wine-flavored ones. The Akashiyaki with grated yam was 760 yen, the gyoza with Kujo green onions was 720 yen, the beef bone stew was 1450 yen, the sweet potato with butter was 620 yen, the grilled chicken thigh was 850 yen, the kamameshi with eel was about 2000 yen, the grilled rice ball was 320 yen, and the side dishes were 1600 yen.

I went shopping in Kyoto and finished earlier than expected, so I decided to visit this restaurant. I had been to a restaurant in the same group before, but this one was new to me. I was able to get a seat quickly even though it was unexpectedly crowded. I enjoyed a sashimi platter, salad, tempura, grilled fish with sansho pepper, sea bream clay pot rice, and the famous tan stew. I also had wine this time since I had sake two days ago. Everything was delicious, but the sashimi was not as fresh as I had hoped. Despite that, the restaurant was popular with a constant flow of customers, including many from overseas. I would love to visit again if I have the chance. My rating: 3.3

The restaurant is located near the hotel and we were able to make a reservation by phone on the same day. We were a party of 2. Every dish was delicious and satisfying. In particular, the grilled miso-stuffed Kamo eggplant was incredibly tasty. We chose 5 types of sashimi, all of which were excellent. The famous beef bone stew was rich and delicious, and you can have seconds of bread. The grilled rice ball with sansho pepper had a nice touch with the pepper inside. With drinks, the total came to around 5000 yen per person. The atmosphere was great, allowing us to relax comfortably, and we were satisfied with the food. We would like to visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

It's been a while since my last visit. A friend from Yokohama came to Kyoto after 4 years, so I chose a Kyoto-style restaurant for us. The classic stew was reliably delicious. The meat was tender and truly tasty. They now offer takeout as well. Whether it's my friend's favorite nama-fu or any other dish, the quality is consistently good.

On the second day in Kyoto, dinner started a little early at Ushinohone Anaza, a renovated machiya. The meal began with a variety of appetizers such as Ao-ri squid, new onions, shungiku, basil mill shell, and white asparagus. The sashimi course featured two types of bonito and kanpachi, beautifully presented. The main course included rare grilled Kyoto mackerel, taro kataifi fritters, and a sauce made from fromage blanc, white miso, and yuba. The fried dish consisted of deep-fried ark shell, spring cabbage, and firefly squid spring rolls. The meal was accompanied by the local Kyoto sake "So-ryu and Kame" from Matsuo Shrine, which was surprisingly not too dry. The menu also included dishes like spicy duck breast with watercress and white onions, and the famous Ushinohone-style stew with a sweet and rich flavor. The meal ended with a refreshing sea bream rice porridge with rape blossoms and black rose seaweed. Dessert was a strawberry-flavored ice cream, served in a cozy sunken hearth setting. Overall, the ¥4500 course was considered quite reasonable for the quality and variety of dishes offered.

I went to drink at Ushinohone Anaza in Sanjo, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto. It was a renovated machiya-style izakaya with a cozy atmosphere on the second floor attic. The beef stew, obanzai, duck roast, and Kujo green onion dumplings were all delicious. (⁠◔⁠‿⁠◔⁠)

I had known about this restaurant for a while, but it was my first time dining there. We were initially seated at the counter on the 1st floor, but as our group grew in size, we were moved to the 2nd floor tatami room. We ordered a draft beer, a sashimi platter with 5 types of fish, a beef bone-style stew, a steamed kinmedai rice dish, and 2 servings of sake. My friend had 2 beers and 1 glass of red wine. We also wanted to order 3 side dishes, but the server forgot to put the order through, so we had to cancel them since we were getting full. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the standout was the steamed rice dish. The rice was incredibly soft, almost like paste, and the seasoning was a bit too salty, making us very thirsty afterwards. The restaurant seemed busy, as they had a 2-hour time limit, but overall it was a good experience to try it out once.

Since it was early in the opening hours, I was able to get a table without a reservation. I like eLove near Daimaru, and I found out that this restaurant is part of the same group so I wanted to try it out. There was also a solo female customer from overseas enjoying herself at the counter. Every dish was delicious. I would love to come back and enjoy a leisurely meal next time!

Renovated izakaya in a traditional townhouse. The entrance was understated, so I almost missed it at first. I took off my shoes and went up to the second floor. Since there was a staircase right by the entrance, I couldn't see the entire layout of the restaurant, but the atmosphere was nice. The appetizer platter included dishes like Kombu and Sweet Shrimp Califlower Ori, Suzume Sushi with Red Snapper, and Kudzu Pumpkin topped with Red Beans. The Clam had hidden apples, and Broccoli and Squid were served as a Namul. The izakaya, Ushinohone, surprised me with a beautifully presented appetizer platter. It was diverse and each dish was delicious. The chewy texture of the squid, the perfectly sized sushi rice with the Red Snapper, and the celebratory Clam in spring were highlights. The Sashimi included Yellowtail and Yokowa. The Yellowtail was fatty and delicious, while the Yokowa (young tuna) was light and refreshing. The Bowl dish featured Tarako Milt, Turnips, and Yuzu Milt, which I initially mistook for Uni. The flavors were rich and well-balanced. The Winter Rolls with Crab and Winter Celery, and Oyster and Winter Greens were cut in half and had distinct flavors. The Oyster in a Spring Roll was a unique way to enjoy the ingredient. The warm Cod with Taro, Sweet Potatoes, and Red Carrots, topped with Cocoa-scented Miso, was reminiscent of New Year's dishes. The Cod's umami, the creamy Taro, and the sweet Red Carrots created a harmonious blend of flavors. The Grilled Girella with Grilled Scallions and Kujo Sauce was a small dish with two pieces of Girella and sweet scallions. The signature Ushinohone-style Stew was the standout dish, with a velvety texture and a depth of flavor without being heavy. After enjoying a variety of fish dishes, the lightness of this stew was a pleasant surprise. Bread was refillable, and the dessert was a Yuzu-flavored Ice Cream, perfect for the season.

The atmosphere of the restaurant feels like it has been renovated from an old traditional townhouse, giving off a truly Kyoto vibe. A friend introduced me to this place, saying they had been coming here for almost 30 years since their university days. The menu is exciting with a wide variety of options that you can't even cover in one visit. The recommended stew was just a regular stew, but the bread was so delicious that we kept asking for more. Other dishes were also unique and very tasty.

The sunken hearth seating is cozy and the staff's service is excellent at this warm izakaya. It's recommended for dates or small groups of friends. There are many choices of side dishes to choose from, making it fun to decide. The signature stew is a must-try delicious dish. Even though I was full, I couldn't resist asking for more bread as a refill.

During my student days, Ushinohone was a really stylish and high-class izakaya. Over the years, it may no longer be considered high-class for me, but it has definitely remained stylish and the food is just as delicious as before. The beef stew that I thought was delicious back in my student days is still tasty. It might be just that, but it might not be just that. The wonton, croquette, mapo eggplant, and cream cheese tempura with honey drizzle tastes like they've taken McDonald's apple pie and made it even more delicious. It might not be a good comparison, but it's really tasty... The fried grated yam balls that looked like takoyaki but weren't, were a hit. The shirako ponzu that my older brother liked the most is a classic. And the warm potato salad that my older sister loved the most is just perfect. This is delicious! I thought I ordered the foil-baked grouper and mushrooms, but when I opened the foil, there were only shimeji mushrooms inside. I asked if they forgot the grouper, and it turns out they also have a shimeji foil bake, which they mistook for the grouper. That could definitely be confusing! I was surprised there was no grouper... Can I have the grouper too? We were the last customers, and we ate and drank a lot. The conversation flowed easily. The restaurant and I haven't changed at all. That's how it is!

Whenever I visit Kyoto, I always go drinking with my friends, and this time we came here in search of nostalgic beef stew. We were guided to the second floor of a renovated machiya with traditional wooden floors. The black beams on the ceiling were nice. There were no other customers, so we could drink in peace. Well, it seems like the business is still tough for the shop. I left the ordering to my friends, so I don't remember what we got. The assorted sashimi, featuring amberjack and horse mackerel, was delicious. I liked that they offered bread refills. Thank you for the meal.

I made a reservation and visited this restaurant recommended by a friend! They have a variety of Kyoto-style dishes such as obanzai set, pickles, and bamboo shoot rice. The beef stew was especially delicious. The bread served with it was warm and you could get seconds, so I couldn't stop eating the stew with the bread! I will definitely go back when I visit Kyoto again!

We celebrated a special day at Kyoto Banzai with a course meal and all-you-can-drink option. The menu included a variety of dishes such as appetizers, sashimi, soup, spring rolls, grilled dishes, vegetables, their famous stew, and a satisfying dessert. Everything was delicious and the cost performance was excellent. Despite being full, we couldn't resist the famous stew and it was amazing. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and we left extremely satisfied. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Located about halfway between Karasuma Oike and City Hall, this shop has a traditional Kyoto townhouse exterior with a charming atmosphere. Inside, there is a second floor as well. The first floor has sunken kotatsu seating and a counter. The sunken kotatsu is a nice touch. This time, I reserved a course with all-you-can-drink. It's especially nice in the winter that they can also serve the sake hot. The course dishes have a Japanese-style feel, just like the exterior. The first course, including mackerel sushi, was all delicious. The sashimi, fried foods, and other dishes that followed were also delicious with a seasonal touch. And the highlight of this visit, the beef stew. It was really delicious, as expected from the signature menu item. It had a slight Japanese twist, maybe? Since it's stew, it paired well with bread and was all-you-can-eat, so I ended up eating a lot...! But I have no regrets at all, just full of satisfaction.

Watching a play, having tea, and then dinner. It's Christmas weekend, so I thought I'd better make a reservation for dinner before getting lost. Small bistros were already fully booked. Since it's just the two of us girls, we decided to go to an izakaya and made a reservation there. It's been a while since I walked down Teramachi Street. Wow, is this street always this stylish? It looks different now. We arrived at the restaurant, which seems to have renovated a machiya. We took off our shoes before entering, which was a nice touch. There was a welcome card with our names on it at our table. The menu was also available. We reserved the "Ushinohone Anaza Course" for 3,800 yen including tax. We started with a draft beer! The appetizer consisted of taro root with sweet bean paste, golden carrot cream, ankimo (monkfish liver), tsubugai (whelk) namul, and mackerel sushi. Each dish was beautifully presented and easy to eat in one bite. The flavors were gentle and easy to enjoy. The sashimi was amberjack, served in two thick slices. The small dish was a salad. The soup was sea bream with yuzu-flavored turnip. The spring roll was filled with oysters, which was a bit strong in flavor. The grilled dish was cod and nagaimo (Chinese yam) layered and grilled. The burdock, lotus root, and spring chrysanthemum with Genovese sauce had a nice burdock aroma. The famous stew at the end was creamy but not too heavy, filled with the umami of beef. The service changed to a female staff member halfway through, but her voice was quiet, and with the mask on, it was hard to hear what she was saying. She seemed a bit rushed. Despite that, for 3,800 yen, we were full, and the course was well thought out with consistent flavors. The high ceiling of the restaurant made it a comfortable and relaxing space. It's a casual yet stylish place to dine, with good value for money. I'd like to try their à la carte menu next time. Thank you for the meal.

During my trip to Kyoto, I found a delicious looking restaurant and made a reservation to go. The atmosphere of the restaurant was great, with a counter seating that was in a sunken kotatsu style, creating a relaxing space. The food was excellent, from the sashimi to the famous tongue stew! They also had a wide variety of sake, and even though I don't usually drink sake, I couldn't resist ordering some. This is definitely a restaurant I want to visit again!

The miso soup with solid ingredients was delicious! The beef tongue stew and side dishes were also very tasty, especially the spicy cod roe potato salad was exquisite. The sashimi was not that great. The mixed rice was not to my liking, maybe because I ordered a unique variation. The grilled shiitake mushrooms were okay, not outstanding. Overall, I personally feel that this restaurant excels in seasoned side dishes and flavorsome items.