Kuishinbo Yamanaka
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Kuishinbo Yamanaka | Omi Beef Steak and Hamburg Steak near Katsura Station, Kyoto
Hidden in a quiet residential area in Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto, lies a restaurant hailed as a “meat lover’s sanctuary”: Kuishinbo Yamanaka. Since opening in 1976, this long-standing steakhouse has attracted countless gourmets from across Japan and overseas due to its ultimate pursuit of purebred Tajima Omi beef.
This establishment is a Tabelog “Steak/Teppanyaki WEST Top 100 Restaurant 2025” selection and a recipient of The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze. It is a hidden gem cherished by Kyoto locals and represents the pinnacle of steak cuisine. There is no flashy decor, only the sizzling symphony on the iron plate and the focused, professional gaze of Chef Yamanaka, who has remained steadfast for decades. His understanding of beef transcends cooking, reaching the realm of art.
Located in Goryo Mizonoura-cho, about a 15-minute walk from Katsura Station in Kyoto, Kuishinbo Yamanaka sits in a tranquil residential neighborhood. Its exterior resembles an elegant white house; were it not for the sign at the entrance, one might mistake it for an ordinary home. The interior features a red-and-white design with a nostalgic 1970s Kyoto atmosphere. The open counter allows you to watch the exquisite skills of Chef Yasushi Yamanaka up close.
Kuishinbo Yamanaka insists on using purebred Tajima Omi beef provided by Maruki Fukunaga Kisaburo Shoten in Shiga Prefecture. This top-tier beef rarely enters the general market and is supplied only to a select few trusted restaurants. Since opening in 1976, owner Yasushi Yamanaka has collaborated with this supplier for many years, strictly selecting “azuki-colored” (deep red) lean meat. He emphasizes healthy raising and natural marbling, rejecting artificially fattened beef. This ensures that every piece of beef offers a rich aroma, delicate texture, and a refreshing finish that never feels greasy.
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Items and availability are subject to the daily menu. Please refer to the total amount displayed on the reservation page.
Lunch Menu
ランチメニュー
Japanese-Style Steak Lunch
和風ステーキランチ
Soup
スープ
Special Japanese-style Steak
特選和風ステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Rice
ライス
Chef's Special Dessert
シェフ特製デザート
Coffee
コーヒー
The steak is served as either chuck or fillet depending on daily availability.
Hamburg Steak Lunch
ハンバーグランチ
Soup
スープ
Hamburg Steak
ハンバーグ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Rice
ライス
Coffee
コーヒー
Beef Sauté Lunch
ビーフソテーランチ
Soup
スープ
Beef Saute
ビーフソテー
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Rice
ライス
Coffee
コーヒー
A Lunch
Aランチ
Fried Shrimp and Beef Saute
海老フライとビーフソテー
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Rice
ライス
B Lunch
Bランチ
Beef Cutlet
ビーフカツレツ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Rice
ライス
Special Selection Omi Beef Curry
特選近江牛ビーフカレー
Baked Potato
ベイクドポテト
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Limited to 10 servings, while supplies last.
Dinner Menu
ディナーメニュー
Sirloin/Loin Steak Course
ロースステーキコース
Meat Hors d'oeuvre
肉のオードブル
Fish Hors d'oeuvre
魚のオードブル
Soup
スープ
Special Loin Steak
特選ロースステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Bread
パン
Rice
ライス
Chef's Special Dessert
シェフ特製デザート
Coffee
コーヒー
Tea
ティー
Choice of rice or bread; choice of coffee or tea.
Fillet Steak Course
ヒレステーキコース
Meat Hors d'oeuvre
肉のオードブル
Fish Hors d'oeuvre
魚のオードブル
Soup
スープ
Special Fillet Steak
特選ヒレステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Bread
パン
Rice
ライス
Chef's Special Dessert
シェフ特製デザート
Coffee
コーヒー
Tea
ティー
Choice of rice or bread; choice of coffee or tea.
Sirloin/Loin Steak Dinner
ロースステーキディナー
Soup
スープ
Special Loin Steak
特選ロースステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Bread
パン
Rice
ライス
Coffee
コーヒー
Tea
ティー
Choice of rice or bread; choice of coffee or tea.
Fillet Steak Dinner
ヒレステーキディナー
Soup
スープ
Special Fillet Steak
特選ヒレステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Bread
パン
Rice
ライス
Coffee
コーヒー
Tea
ティー
Choice of rice or bread; choice of coffee or tea.
Japanese-Style Steak Course
和風ステーキコース
Soup
スープ
Special Japanese-style Steak
特選和風ステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Rice
ライス
Chef's Special Dessert
シェフ特製デザート
Coffee
コーヒー
The steak is served as either chuck or fillet depending on daily availability.
Children's Steak Course
お子様ステーキコース
Soup
スープ
Special Mini Steak
特選ミニステーキ
Green Salad
グリーンサラダ
Bread
パン
Rice
ライス
Chef's Special Dessert
シェフ特製デザート
Choice of rice or bread.
Set Selection
セットの選択
Bread
パン
Rice
ライス
Coffee
コーヒー
Tea
ティー
Hors d'oeuvres
オードブル
Hot Appetizer
温オードブル
Cold Appetizer
冷オードブル
Today's Soup
本日のスープ
Potage
ポタージュ
Consommé
コンソメ
Warm
温
Cold
冷
Steak
ステーキ
Supreme Special Selection Sirloin
最上特選ロース
170 grams
170g
200 g
200g
230 grams
230g
280 grams
280g
Supreme Special Selection Fillet
最上特選ヒレ
100 grams
100g
120 grams
120g
150 g
150g
180 grams
180g
A La Carte
アラカルト
Hamburg Steak
ハンバーグステーキ
Beef Cutlet
ビーフカツレツ
Special Selection Fillet Cutlet
特選ヒレカツ
Special Selection Thin-Sliced Grilled Sirloin
特選ロースうす焼き
Live Kuruma Prawn
活車海老
Take-out
おみやげ メニュー
Special Selection Omi Beef Curry
特選近江牛ビーフカレー
Special Selection Omi Beef Meat Sauce
特選近江牛ミートソース
Special Selection Omi Beef Cutlet Sandwich
特選近江牛カツサンド
We also accept orders for Special Selection Omi Roast Beef
特選近江牛ローストビーフも承っております
Accepting orders for New Year's Special Selection Omi Roast Beef
おせち用 特選近江牛ローストビーフ承ります
Aperitif
食前酒
William Humbert Collection
ウィリアム ハンバードコレクション
Fino Sherry
FINO
Cream Sherry
CREAM
Wine
ワイン
Glass of Wine
グラスワイン
Other Alcoholic Drinks
その他のお酒
Draft Beer
生ビール
Medium
中
Small
小
Whiskey
ウイスキー
Brandy
ブランデー
Non-Alcoholic Beer
ノンアルコールビール
Draft beer is available in medium and small sizes.
Soft Drink
ソフトドリンク
Orange Juice
オレンジジュース
Coke
コーラ
Ginger Ale
ジンジャーエール
Coffee
コーヒー
Black tea
紅茶
Cold Tea
冷茶
Kuishinbo Yamanaka Location
Kuishinbo Yamanaka | Store Information
Restaurant Name: Kuishinbo Yamanaka
Address: 京都府京都市西京区御陵溝浦町26-26
Phone: 075-392-3745
Access: About a 15-minute walk from Katsura Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, approximately 887 meters away; about a 5-minute taxi ride. Take City Bus route 69 to the “Tsukimigaoka” stop, which is right at the location, or route 73 to the “Goryo-cho” stop, which is about a 3-minute walk. A taxi ride from Kyoto Station takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
Business Hours: Lunch 11:30–14:00, Dinner 17:00–21:00; please arrange your arrival and last order times according to your reservation confirmation.
Closed: Tuesdays. Monday closures depend on the monthly business schedule; the restaurant may be open on Japanese national holidays, so please confirm when making a reservation.
Budget: According to Tabelog, the dining budget is 8,000 to 9,999 yen for lunch and 20,000 to 29,999 yen for dinner. Overseas online reservation plans are charged based on the selected course and total checkout amount.
Reservations: Advance booking is recommended. Overseas travelers may use the store-designated My Concierge Japan Traditional Chinese reservation portal; the reservation is only officially confirmed after seat verification and online payment. Please read the policies regarding fees, cancellations, and late arrivals before booking.
Payment Methods: Only cash is accepted for on-site consumption and additional drinks. Meal fees for reservations made through the official overseas portal can be prepaid via credit card or PayPal according to the process.
Facilities: A total of 24 seats including counter and open seating; no private rooms. The entire restaurant is non-smoking and includes a parking lot.
Children: Only children who can enjoy one full meal on their own and observe dining etiquette are permitted.
Related Links:Official Website、Official Traditional Chinese Reservation、Tabelog
