"Watanabe," known for its roast beef dishes, has relocated from Nijo Castle to Kamigamo Honzan. Situated on a hill near Seika University, it is recommended to visit by taxi unless there are special circumstances. It is just a short distance from Kokusaikaikan Station or Kitayama Station. The view from the top of the mountain is stunning, giving a feeling of being at a highland resort. The restaurant is spacious with ample space between tables. Chef Hayaki Watanabe honed his skills at French restaurants and Western-style izakayas before opening "Roast Beef Restaurant Watanabe" in front of Nijo Castle. In 2021, the restaurant moved to its current location. The wine selection is extensive, with many affordable bottles available, allowing you to enjoy a pleasant buzz. For example, a bottle of this French sparkling wine was priced at 4,500 yen. The main dish is, of course, the roast beef, but there is also a selection of appetizers available, and you can order additional a la carte items for an extra charge. The green salad here was an additional 700 yen. The first appetizer is "Pate de Campagne." While this dish is typically served in thin slices about one centimeter thick, the version here is presented in a block-like cut resembling a brick. It has a rich and fatty texture that I personally enjoy. Next is the "Conger Eel Beignet." Following the impressive volume of the Pate de Campagne, each piece of eel is the size of a juggling ball. Indulging in conger eel is a luxurious experience unique to Kyoto. The rich tartar sauce served generously adds to the delicious flavor. The bread is simple but pairs well with the tartar sauce and the sauce and juices from the roast beef, offering a rustic and satisfying taste. The star of the show, the roast beef, is then served. The unique cooking style involves a hot plate set up next to the table where low-temperature cooking progresses while you enjoy your appetizers. You can choose between a granita or soup as a palate cleanser, and I opted for the soup, which turned out to be surprisingly substantial. For those with a smaller appetite, a granita might be a better choice before indulging in the meat. The roast beef is then cooked and delicately sliced in front of you before being plated. It offers a different kind of excitement compared to "Lawry's The Prime Rib." The beef used is aged meat sourced from "Kyoto Kitayama Yakiniku Minamiyama," with a strong meaty flavor and richness, providing a unique taste experience. The sauce, designed to enhance the flavor of the meat, is also excellent. For dessert, a pudding with vanilla ice cream is served. While the sweetness is simple, the depth and richness of the flavors are evident, resonating with the authenticity of the roast beef. To end the meal, I enjoyed an iced latte, savoring a delicious coffee while admiring the beautiful scenery of the northern mountains of Kyoto. After enjoying the meal, sharing a bottle of wine between two people, the bill came out to just over 10,000 yen per person. In Tokyo, you would likely be charged more than double for a meal of similar quality. Kyoto's culture of meat consumption has led to a high level of restaurants specializing in meat dishes. This restaurant offers a unique dining experience, different from traditional meat-focused establishments like "Niku no Takumi Miyoshi," making it a must-visit spot for meat lovers in Kyoto.

Access is by private car or taxi, but it's a place you'll want to visit again and again. You can choose from a variety of appetizers while watching the meat being roasted, and then enjoy the delicious roast beef that is cooked. The view from the window of the mountains, blue sky, and green trees is so beautiful that you might even think you're in a different world (maybe because you can see Melon-chan the goat?). The mountain in front is Mt. Hiei. After refreshing your palate with some granite (also a choice), the roast beef is incredibly delicious with its rich flavor! Just writing this review makes me want to go back again.

The meat was cooked slowly on the table. The roast beef was delicious, with the fat melting in your mouth. The portion size was generous. It's very satisfying to get this quality for around 8,000 yen per person. The view from the window was beautiful, and I had a great time. I would love to go again!

Today is my wife's birthday, and we decided to visit the same restaurant we went to last year by making a reservation in advance. This time, I pre-ordered the "Black Wagyu Sirloin Course" when making the reservation. We arrived at the restaurant earlier than expected by walking from the nearest station, so we sat on the chairs in the garden and enjoyed the view while waiting. When the reservation time came, we were seated at a table by the window with a great view. We started by choosing two appetizers from the menu, selecting the "Assorted Appetizers" and "Escargot-style Oysters in Shells." I ordered a craft beer to drink. The "Assorted Appetizers" included smoked salmon, prosciutto, marinated mackerel, marinated tuna, rillettes, salad, and more, which paired well with the beer. The "Escargot-style Oysters in Shells" were cooked with butter, enhancing the deliciousness of the plump oysters. After finishing the appetizers, we had a "Matsutake Mushroom Potage Soup" as a palate cleanser before the roast beef. The soup had a creamy texture and a refreshing aftertaste, allowing us to reset our palates. We switched to a glass of red wine for the main course, which was the roast beef. The roast beef was cooked slowly on the grill next to our table and then sliced for us. The rich flavor of the Black Wagyu beef was evident, and we tried it with different seasonings like pepper, rock salt, mustard, and sauce. The accompanying vegetables were also delicious, especially when paired with roasted garlic. For dessert, we could choose between two options, and we chose the crème caramel with an espresso. The combination of the rich crème caramel with the bitter espresso was delightful, and the vanilla ice cream served with it was also delicious. The roast beef was served in generous portions, and we were able to enjoy it to our hearts' content. The atmosphere, taste, and service were all excellent, and we decided to visit again next year.

Located north of the center of Kyoto, the restaurant may not have the best location but it offers delicious roast beef. We opted for the 8500 yen course featuring aged beef, and added extra meat and appetizers. The homemade baguette was a great addition to both the appetizers and meat. The course also included dessert, making it a satisfying dining experience.

This month, my husband retired and it's also our birthday month. Our daughter and son-in-law gave us a wonderful gift. We were worried about the rain, but it didn't rain at all, so we were able to bring our beloved dog along and create beautiful memories. The view and the food were amazing. We sat on the terrace after the rain, so it was a bit humid at first, but as the sun set, a cool breeze and the sound of insects made for a luxurious and relaxing time.

On this day, I made a reservation here to celebrate my friend's engagement! I took a taxi from Kokusaikaikan Station. It is located on a hill, so walking is not recommended. I was looking forward to seeing Melon-chan, a goat that is said to be here, but unfortunately, I couldn't see it, maybe because of the cold weather. This restaurant requires a complete reservation and you must book a course in advance. They also have a parking lot, so it is recommended to come by car if you are not drinking. From inside the restaurant, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Mt. Hiei. This time, we had a course with black wagyu sirloin and aged lamp meat. They brought out a large piece of meat at the beginning (((o(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)o))). We toasted with champagne and then had white wine and red wine paired with the dishes♪(I had Perrier since I don't drink) (lol). For the appetizer, we got to choose 4 items from the board since there were 4 of us. We shared and enjoyed a variety of dishes! While we were enjoying, roast beef was being cooked right in front of us ((o(^∇^)o)). It was thickly sliced roast beef♪───Ｏ（≧∇≦）Ｏ────♪ with a strong umami flavor. Finally, we had to choose between pudding or cream puff. I chose the cream puff, but it seems like the pudding was the better choice (lol). We had a great time for about 3 hours and then headed home!

I chose this restaurant to celebrate my wife's birthday and made a reservation in advance. We walked about 25 minutes from the Kyoto Municipal Subway Kokusai Kaikan Station because we wanted to have some drinks. The restaurant is located on a slope on a hill, and you can enjoy a view of Mt. Hiei from the window-side tables while dining. When we sat down, a block of aged meat that would be cooked today was brought to our table on a plate. We started by ordering a glass of red wine (1,000 yen), which had a smooth taste with a balanced bitterness, acidity, and fruity aroma. We had pre-ordered the limited "Aged Meat Course from Kyoto Kitayama, carefully selected from Minamiyama" (8,000 yen). We chose two appetizers from the menu written on the blackboard, which were "Assorted Appetizers" and "Today's Fish Dish". The Assorted Appetizers included smoked salmon, prosciutto, marinated mackerel, olives, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and more, all of which were delicious. The Today's Fish Dish was fried cod and cod meunière with truffle butter, served with potatoes. The cod was tasty on its own, but even better with truffle butter. The next dish was "Turnip Potage", which had a creamy and mellow taste showcasing the deliciousness of turnips. While we enjoyed the appetizers, the roast beef being cooked on the side was sliced and served on a large plate with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, garlic, and accompanied by roast beef sauce, mustard, wasabi, salt, and coarse ground pepper on separate dishes. The roast beef was tender, smooth, with a rich umami and depth of flavor, satisfying even without any condiments. For dessert, we had a Strawberry Tart with a subtle sweetness and a delicious coffee. From appetizers to soup, main course, and dessert, every dish was delicious, and we had a highly satisfying meal. My wife also loved the experience and said, "Let's come back here for my birthday next year."

I visited Watanabe, a roast beef restaurant in Iwakura. The restaurant has moved from its previous location in Horikawa Gojo. The original shop was delicious, but the new location is truly amazing, situated on a hill overlooking the city of Kyoto with a spacious garden. They even have a goat named Melon. The menu allows you to choose one appetizer per person, followed by a huge portion of roast beef. On this day, I also ordered an additional appetizer, which was also delicious. The white asparagus was giant-sized, and the foie gras terrine paired perfectly with the brioche. Of course, the roast beef was outstanding. You can eat the meat with just salt and pepper, or pour gravy sauce over it and enjoy with mashed potatoes. The whole roasted garlic was also fragrant and delicious. It's a bit far and best reached by car, but I recommend taking a taxi to this restaurant. Enjoying a beer with the incredible view is truly special. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant, especially for its location.

We visited the restaurant after it moved from Karasuma Oike to near Seika University for the first time. We made a reservation in advance, and when we called to inquire if it was okay to bring a small child, they said it was fine, which made us very happy. Our reservation was at 12:00, but we arrived a little early. There is a parking lot in front of the restaurant. In the spacious garden, there is a goat named Melon-chan. It's so cute! We walked around the garden watching the goat with my son while waiting for the restaurant to open. The restaurant is located on a hill, offering a breathtaking view. I didn't know such a place existed only 20-30 minutes from the city center of Kyoto. At the scheduled time, we entered the restaurant. The spacious interior has comfortable seating, including sofa seats. There is also a terrace with a great view! It must be lovely on a sunny day. We ordered the 6800 yen Roast Beef course, which included a choice of appetizer, fish of the day (mackerel with tapenade sauce), bread, palate cleanser, onion potage, roast beef with grilled vegetables, roast beef sauce, salt, pepper, horseradish, and mustard, choice of dessert (strawberry tart and strawberry gelato, or pudding and vanilla ice cream), and coffee or cafe au lait. The quality of the appetizer choices was excellent. The portions were generous and satisfying. The tapenade sauce with lots of ingredients was delicious! We ended up sopping up the sauce with the bread provided. The roast beef had a bit of marbling, and we could taste the richness of the meat. The dessert and drink at the end were heartwarming. It was the perfect gourmet lunch! My son enjoyed eating lots of bread and playing in the garden. Next time, we want to enjoy a meal with wine. This place is perfect for a reward or celebration. The original location in Karasuma Oike was also fantastic, but the move and upgrade seem to have elevated the experience. Forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city and being able to relax is the best. Thank you for the wonderful meal. We will visit again.

Delicious food. Dessert was tasty. There were cute sheep.

In the past month and a half, this is my third visit to the restaurant. I have gotten used to how to park in the parking lot. I always order a different appetizer each time, but they are all delicious. The only downside is that I often end up skipping the soup and ordering the granita instead, based on how full I feel. This time, there were four of us, so we ordered the beef main dish with both the chuck flap and sirloin in half portions. Both were delicious. The way they cook the meat, which seems to be the result of a lot of effort and creativity, and the gravy sauce that I have never tasted elsewhere, make me feel that they have put a lot of thought into their cooking. This is a restaurant that I want to visit at least once a month.