I received a recommendation from a friend from Kansai that this place is a must-visit for kushikatsu - the batter is thin and crispy, and delicious! So, I stopped by during my trip. I went right when they opened at 5 pm on a holiday, and there were already about 4 groups waiting, so I think it's better to make a reservation in advance (only by phone). I used to go to the famous Daruma-san for kushikatsu, and I didn't know about this place, but once I tried it, the cost performance was so good and delicious that I didn't feel like going to other kushikatsu places anymore! As my friend said, the thin batter makes it light and easy to eat. Sweet potato for ¥60, chicken, eggplant, sausage, squid for ¥80, and so on, everything is so cheap! Even the most expensive item on the menu, asparagus Italian cheese, is only ¥220. On this day, the two of us ordered 17 kushikatsu skewers, agedashi tofu, and a highball each, and the bill was around ¥3,500! I definitely want to go back when I visit Kyoto next time.

A friend who lives in Kyoto told me about this restaurant. It's located right near Karasuma Station, so even as a tourist, I found it easily. There are counter seats on the right side and many comfortable table seats. Surprisingly, there were a lot of seats. The floor was a bit sticky with oil, but it added to the charm, I guess. We started with a beer and ordered the "Great Value Set of 10 Skewers." We also tried the "Homemade Cream Croquette for 80 yen" and "Avocado and Mozzarella Cheese Spring Rolls for 160 yen" as single skewers that caught our attention. The skewers from the set were served one after another. The crispy coating had a great texture, not greasy at all, and the flavors were so good that we kept ordering more, including the "Popular Set of 10 Skewers." We also ordered the "Spring Salad with Izumi Water Eggplant for 480 yen," which was fresh and refreshing, truly delicious. It's no wonder it's a popular dish. The menu also had yakitori, banana, and sweet potato skewers, which were intriguing. My favorite skewer was the "Avocado and Mozzarella Cheese Spring Rolls for 160 yen," with its crispy texture and smooth mouthfeel blending perfectly. I will definitely order it again when I revisit. To finish off, we ordered grilled rice balls. The dessert menu was also varied. After enjoying various dishes and drinks, the bill came out to around 3000 yen per person! I would love to visit regularly if this restaurant was nearby. Grateful to my friend for recommending it. When we left, there were many people waiting for seats. I recommend making a reservation for a smoother experience. Thank you for the delicious meal! ♡

A Osaka-style kushikatsu restaurant has opened in Kyoto, and my friends and I were discussing whether the ones in Kyoto are not as good as Kushiya Monogatari. We decided to revisit after about 15 years. The light batter and non-greasy oil were great. You can order just one skewer at a time. There must be a reason why Kushiya Monogatari is so beloved by the people of Kyoto. I can't wait to go back again soon!

It's been a while since I went to Kushihachi! Usually we go to the Shijo Omiya location, but this time, we went to the Karasuma branch which is conveniently located in the middle. It was a weekday and both of us had the day off, so we arrived right after it opened at 4:30 pm. There was already one group of customers inside enjoying their food and drinks. Even though it's a kushikatsu place, whenever I go to Kushihachi, I always have to order the "negi shio seseri" (*^^*) My friend also had a must-order dish in mind. When a restaurant has a signature dish like that, it's a must-try! By around 5 pm, more and more customers started coming in, and it quickly became full. Despite ordering a variety of food and drinks for the two of us, the total bill came to around 3000 yen per person.

A hidden gem loved by Kyoto locals, this Japanese dining spot specializes in kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and is located just a 2-minute walk from Shijo Station and Karasuma Station. With 10 locations around Kyoto and over 60 types of kushikatsu on the menu, this restaurant offers a wide variety of options, including dishes like Satsuma chicken with red egg, tofu with ankake sauce and Chanja rolls with octopus. You can order kushikatsu individually, including classic options, seasonal specials, and even dessert skewers. Overall, we enjoyed a delicious meal at this restaurant.

A shop near Karasuma Shijo. I didn't have high expectations because it is a chain store in Kyoto, but I was surprised. It is cheap and quite delicious. The customer service varies depending on the person, but there was no discomfort. I thought about going to Manyo Ao near Kurama-guchi, but they only have a course for almost 5000 yen, so I tried this place and it was a hit! I have eaten kushikatsu many times in Osaka, but I am a little tired of eating it in Shinsekai. It might be nice to eat it in Kyoto. The popular 10 skewers are around 1000 yen. In addition, there are seasonal 5 skewers for about 500 yen. Really cheap. In addition to yakitori, there are salads, dashimaki, and other various items, so you won't get bored. I also ordered onigiri as a finale, and the texture of the rice was amazing and really delicious! I was surprised that the onigiri was so delicious. It seemed like the order for dashimaki was forgotten, so when I checked, they said to wait for about 3 minutes, but I received cold tea as an apology. The female staff member in the middle was probably the store manager. The male staff member on the left seemed very unenthusiastic and mumbled the explanation of the skewers. The male staff member on the right who was grilling the yakitori worked briskly and left a good impression. It would be great if the other staff members worked a little more briskly, the customer service would be excellent, but I guess it's not expected since it's a chain izakaya. However, I would like the explanation of the skewers to be a little clearer and systematic. It's a bit of a hassle to remember each staff member's explanation. Sometimes it's hard to hear over the noise around. If there is a predetermined order to serve the dishes, it would be good to write it on a separate piece of paper and place the dishes in order with numbers on them. I wrote a lot, but I would definitely like to go back because it's cheap and delicious! It's a popular place, and when people hear they have to wait 30-50 minutes, they all leave. But if you sign in and give your phone number, they will call you, so if you look for books at the Oogaki Bookstore across the street, your turn will come fairly quickly. Oh, isn't Oogaki Bookstore going to disappear in the fall?

After watching the Gion Matsuri Ato Matsuri, we went to the second place. It's a shop we often visit. ★ Convenient location right off Shijo-Karasuma. ★ Reasonable prices. ★ Consistently delicious taste. ☆ Everything we eat is delicious. ★ Perfect measures against COVID-19. Acrylic dividers are placed on table seats. The counter also has dividers for each group. ★ Friendly customer service.

My family loves Kushihachi so much that this is our second visit this month. I had the seasonal set, mozzarella tomato, tonguefish with basil sauce, pork belly, fried chicken, water eggplant salad, rice ball with raw spicy cod roe, and fried fu in sweet miso sauce. The fried chicken, which came in a set of four large pieces, was a bit much. All the skewers were delicious. I was satisfied to see the fried fu in sweet miso sauce on the menu this time, as it wasn't available during my previous visits.

My childhood friend who works at Hulic brought his subordinates on a business trip to Kyoto, but all the fancy restaurants I took them to were a miss. In the end, I met up with him privately, and he was impressed by this place. It's true that everything tastes good to him, but if you're bringing subordinates, I think it's important to maintain a certain level of professionalism as a boss. Just explain that this is the Kyoto version of kushikatsu, a Kansai cultural dish, and that should be enough. As always, it was delicious. To elaborate a bit more, the popular kushikatsu in Kansai is from Kushikatsu Tanaka, not from Osaka (laughs).

The popular and affordable kushikatsu restaurant had a variety of dishes including yakitori, skewers, and small plates. The counter seating allowed me to enjoy different flavors, with the sasami mentaiko being the most delicious. The octopus carpaccio and kimbap were also tasty, and I want to come back to try more items on the menu. It's a popular spot, so making a reservation before going is recommended.

Around 6:40 pm, two of us visited the restaurant. It is located on the north side of Shijo-Karasuma, heading west and on the basement floor. When we arrived, the restaurant was full, so we had to wait for about 20 minutes to be seated. Although there is nothing particularly new on the menu, the place was full even during our previous visit. I believe it is a reasonably priced restaurant that offers a satisfying dining experience. They have 8 branches in Kyoto and 2 in Shiga. The prices for kushikatsu start from 60 yen (excluding tax), yakitori and grilled skewers from 90 yen, and they also have a variety of other dishes. Additionally, they offer seasonal limited menu items such as fresh oysters, scallops, maitake mushrooms, golden threadfin bream, crab claws, and tonguefish with basil sauce. The batter is light and crispy, and they offer two original sauces - tonkatsu and Worcestershire. [The dishes we tried] - Sweet potato kinpira: Highly recommended. The sweet and warm sweet potato is fried in a crispy batter, creating a delightful contrast in texture. - Asparagus wrapped in pork: The crispiness of the asparagus combined with the saltiness and meatiness of the bacon makes it delicious. - Garlic toast: Highly recommended. Slices of French bread are drizzled with olive oil and baked, resulting in a fluffy and crispy texture. - Changja roll: Similar to kimbap, this sushi roll contains changja. The spiciness and saltiness of changja blend well with the rice, creating a well-balanced flavor. - Fugu - Tonguefish with basil sauce - Fresh scallops - Offal - Gizzard - Avocado with camembert cheese - Quail egg - Lotus root - Dashi tea rice with salmon [Overall impression] The charm of kushikatsu lies in being able to enjoy freshly fried food immediately. All the dishes were freshly made and delicious. Established in 1977, the restaurant has a long history and the fact that it is always full suggests that it has earned a reputation over time for being a cheap and delicious place. While they may not have any special dishes that stand out, it is a place where you can feel satisfied with the quality of food you get for the price. Thank you for the meal.

Kyoto gourmet trip. I learned about this restaurant from the comic essay "Manpuku Kyoto" by illustrator Terai Maki, who lives in Kyoto. It is a chain restaurant that operates in Kyoto and Shiga. I called to make a reservation the day before at 6:00 pm, but was told it was fully booked. I was told that if I provided my name and phone number, they would let me know when a table became available. On the day of our visit, we arrived at the restaurant around 5:00 pm, provided our name and phone number, and then wandered around Daimaru. About 30 minutes later, we received a call and were seated at a table. Looking at the menu, I found that the yakitori and kushikatsu were reasonably priced. I ordered a few of my favorite kushikatsu skewers, octopus carpaccio, cabbage, pon-karaage, and yakitori kinpa. The kushikatsu had a thin batter and was delicious. The asparagus was tender and tasty, especially with tartar sauce. The staff also recommended eating it with salt. The pon-karaage with grated radish and ponzu sauce was refreshing and delicious! I believe the Korean seaweed roll kinpa was a limited menu item, but it was a perfect way to end the meal. This izakaya has a lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and attentive service. It seems like their hospitality is popular. Everything we ate was delicious, and the dishes were served quickly. Additionally, I was able to use the "Regional Common Coupon" electronic coupon. The place was constantly busy, indicating its popularity as a fast-paced, popular restaurant. I would love to visit again when in Kyoto. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The deep-fried skewers were crispy and went well with beer. The dashimaki and salad were also delicious. The atmosphere of the izakaya located in Shijo-Karasuma was nice, although the entrance is a bit inconspicuous because it's underground. The pricing is average, with a good selection of drinks including beer, sake, and shochu. Overall rating: 3.3 - A place where I would want to visit often because the food was so delicious.

I arrived at the restaurant at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. The atmosphere inside was lively. I ordered 5 shrimp fries, 5 pork skin skewers, and various other items. The way they fry the skewers and the taste are outstanding. It would be perfect if they had highball here. Thank you for the delicious meal. I will definitely come back. I appreciate all the ingredients in this world. Calling all delicious foods♪ The more I eat, the more power overflows♪

I made a night reservation at Kushiya Hachi in Kyoto, Karasuma Shijo. Even though I had reserved a counter seat in advance and provided my name and reservation time, the front staff still led me to a table. The clients I was meeting had specifically requested a counter seat, so I had made sure to confirm it during the reservation. Despite the current situation with the spread of COVID-19, the restaurant was almost full, which was impressive. When I asked to be seated at the counter again, the front staff seemed a bit displeased, saying "oh?" But luckily, I was able to be seated at the counter as another party was leaving. Other than this exchange, the service was excellent, with the female staff members taking orders promptly and efficiently. The food was delicious, although I felt that the batter used to be thicker at the Hyakumanben branch I used to frequent about 10 years ago. We enjoyed drinking and eating to our heart's content, yet the bill came out to be surprisingly cheap at around 8000 yen. Thank you very much.

I came on Sunday night, February 9, 2020. It's a very popular restaurant. I had 10 shrimp skewers, 5 pork skin skewers, a Changja roll, and cabbage for 2 people. The skewers were crispy and the ingredients were big and delicious. The miso sauce for the cabbage was incredibly tasty and impressive. I also recommend the smelt skewers. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely come back. I appreciate all the ingredients in this world. Delicious food is calling for me♪ The more I eat, the more power I feel overflowing♪

This place is really cheap, serves quickly, delicious, and the staff is friendly. It's my favorite kushikatsu restaurant in Kyoto! I ordered the limited-time eel skewer this time, and even though I wasn't expecting much due to the low price, it was surprisingly delicious. Everything I tried here was really tasty! I forgot to take a photo, but I highly recommend the beef kimpao. I'll definitely visit again when I crave kushikatsu! However, it's always crowded due to its popularity, so it's best to go early or make a reservation.

When you go down the stairs at the corner of Karasuma and Shijo in Kyoto, you will find a popular kushikatsu restaurant. On holidays, you need to make a reservation or else you will have to wait for quite a while. Finally, when you reach your table, you start with a toast with a draft beer priced at 480 yen + tax. They bring you cabbage as a default side dish for 250 yen + tax, and then the rush of orders begins. Each skewer seems cheap, so you end up ordering a lot. You indulge in various skewers such as smelt fish for 70 yen + tax, clam for 70 yen + tax, whitefish for 80 yen + tax, squid with egg for 80 yen + tax, basil flatfish for 90 yen + tax, sea bream milt for 90 yen + tax, angel shrimp for 160 yen + tax, eel for 180 yen + tax, crab leg for 190 yen + tax, bamboo shoot for 80 yen + tax, pork cheek for 90 yen + tax, asparagus with cheese for 200 yen + tax, chicken cartilage skewer for 90 yen + tax, chicken heart skewer for 90 yen + tax, white meat with perilla leaf skewer for 150 yen + tax, eggplant for 60 yen + tax, tsubugai for 90 yen + tax, shiitake mushroom for 90 yen + tax, cream croquette for 80 yen + tax, chicken tenderloin with spicy cod roe for 100 yen + tax, bell pepper stuffed with meat skewer for 120 yen + tax, raw green asparagus for 150 yen + tax, shiokara pork roll for 150 yen + tax, ginnan for 70 yen + tax, quail for 70 yen + tax, kisu fish for 100 yen + tax. Oh, I ate a lot! I also had three bottles of beer priced at 500 yen + tax each, and finished with kimchi and pickled radish rolls for 380 yen + tax. It's been over 30 years since I first encountered Kushikatsu Kushiya Hachi, but I don't get the chance often, so I indulge when I do... (laughs)

If you're from Kyoto, you probably already know this famous restaurant! Incredibly cheap, delicious, and cozy - it's unbeatable! However, please note that each store may have slightly different atmosphere and service, but the taste is consistently amazing! They offer a variety of menu items including not only kushikatsu but also yakitori and other dishes, so you'll be very satisfied. Depending on the season, there may be different menu items, so you can enjoy it all year round. Mixing salt and shichimi with the sauce and dipping the kushikatsu in it is also delicious.

Kyoto Gourmet Food Tour - The fourth stop is here! I happened to come across Kushihachi while walking and was drawn in by nostalgia alone (laughs). I have used the Rokujizo branch a few times in the past and I remember it being reasonable and delicious. Popular 10-piece kushikatsu set includes shrimp, quail, beef, pork tenderloin, chicken tenderloin with mentaiko, lotus root, onion, sweet potato, and smelt. Popular yakitori 5-piece assortment includes chicken and green onion, chicken thigh, chicken skin, gizzard, and homemade tsukune. Grilled fish collar (this day was yellowtail). Individual kushikatsu items include raw oysters, blowfish shirako, raw green asparagus with tartar sauce, yam isomaki, and ginnan. 2 bottles of beer, hot sake. Total 3,823 yen. Since it was a counter seat, it was great that the kushikatsu was served on a grill. The grilled fish collar was large in size and delicious when served hot. The prices were reasonable and the variety of kushikatsu was delicious. The asparagus with tartar sauce was also great. Although I'm not a big fan of yakitori or tsukune, I enjoyed the homemade tsukune here. The nostalgic taste brought back various memories and made me feel warm and fuzzy. It was delicious - thank you for the meal!