I rate this restaurant as follows: Food 4.2 | Service 4.2 | Atmosphere 4.2 | Value for money 4.0 | Drinks 4.1. I have been curious about this restaurant for a while. However, in the midst of many new shops and hotels, I accidentally passed by while walking. I made a reservation and met up with my companion to enter the restaurant. We sat at the counter. As soon as we entered, we could feel the cozy atmosphere of this small restaurant. The chef seemed to be enjoying himself as he prepared and served the dishes. He had a friendly face, not at all intimidating. The female server was knowledgeable about wines and provided excellent service. We ordered the following dishes: Mushroom marinade 400, Grilled onion over charcoal 600, Shrimp fry 660, Oysters steamed in white wine 500, Homemade bread 150 x2, Rib roast 3600, Misuji (beef) 3600, White wine 450. The total came to 15293 yen. We were shown the meat first. We chose the misuji and rib roast, as well as ichibo and lamp. When I mentioned that I sometimes cook misuji at home and was considering it, the server said, "This is quite different and highly recommended." The misuji was from Aso Akagyuu, raised in pasture at Kumamoto and Tokai University Aso Campus. It was a delight to try. We started with several appetizers. The whole grilled onion was presented elegantly with komatsuna and cashew nut sauce, along with carrot sauce on the plate. The oysters were perfectly steamed and paired well with the wine. And then, the shrimp fry. It was surprisingly well-executed. You could eat the whole shrimp, head and tail, crispy and delicious. We were impressed. This is a restaurant that mainly sells meat, right? Everything was too good. With the flavorful white wine, we moved on to the meat. We watched the kitchen staff skillfully cook the meat, which heightened our expectations. They take pride in the aged meat (dry-aged beef) from Sakae-ya, a well-known meat shop in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture. The rib roast had a good amount of fat and was very satisfying. The high-quality salt brought out the meat's flavor. The misuji had a clean and wonderful taste of the meat itself. While the main focus is on Sakae-ya, they also source meat from various farms, including universities, showing their dedication to researching meat. The menu offers a variety of options, including charcuterie and pasta, but we were full from the meat dishes. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was lively with mostly local customers. We left the restaurant feeling satisfied. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

On this day, it was a public holiday Tuesday for the Vernal Equinox. Since I had a meeting in Osaka on Wednesday, I decided to head west a day early. I had lunch at Nissho Nishi Kenichi in Yaizu, and arrived in Kyoto in a great mood. I hadn't thought about what to eat in Kyoto until the day before, but when I was reviewing BM, I found a restaurant near my hotel where I could enjoy aged meat from Sakae-ya! I had seafood from Sasue Maeda Uotengu for lunch, and now I was going to have meat from Sakae-ya for dinner - quite a good plan, isn't it? I immediately made a reservation through Tabelog in the middle of the night the day before. Reservations are required as they accept online reservations until 5 pm on the day of the visit. I checked into the hotel and arrived at the restaurant right on time for my reservation, Messita Pane e Vino! It has a very lovely facade. Upon entering the restaurant, it was almost full. There were 6 counter seats, 4 table seats at 2 tables, and 2 seats at 1 table. I was guided to a counter seat and looked at the menu. The owner was running the place single-handedly, so I waited for the right timing. I had already chosen the aged meat comparison course for one person when I made the reservation. Finally, the owner finished a task and asked me what I wanted to drink, so I requested the sparkling wine of the day. It was a Rosé. Then, he showed me the meat of the day - Ichibo and Rib Roast. Here is what I had in order: - il Farneto Frisant Rosanto 2020: A light sparkling Rosé. Very good! - Assorted appetizers: - Grilled new onion with rape blossom sauce - Salad with carrot and ginger dressing - Pickled shimeji mushrooms, pickled root vegetables, Jamon Serrano, and vegetable cake salad. The vegetable cake salad was particularly delicious! - Homemade bread: Rye bread and onion focaccia. The focaccia was especially soft and had a great onion flavor. - Sons of Wine Fun da Mental: The glass wine of the day, an orange wine from Alsace. Also very delicious! - Grilled aged meat (Ichibo and Rib Roast): The Ichibo had a slight hint of fat, while the Rib Roast had a strong umami flavor from the lean meat. Both were cooked perfectly. The accompanying potatoes were Incas of Awakening, sweet and delicious. The salt was a bit too much, so I brushed some off. - Vanilla ice cream: The owner handles everything alone, so it may take a bit of time for the dishes to be served, but everything was delicious and excellent! I would definitely like to visit again when I have the chance. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I ordered the recommended aged meat comparison course for 6000 yen. It included a comparison of two cuts, rump and rib roast, along with assorted appetizers, homemade bread (rye bread and onion bread), and dessert of vanilla ice cream. The meat was seared on strong charcoal and cooked slowly over 40 minutes. They actually prefer to cook it for about 2 and a half hours. It was interesting to experience the differences between the cuts. The portions were on the smaller side, so I recommend adding pasta or something else to supplement the meal.

Czech beer in a can, one bottle of wine for two people. A total of 150g of ribs and lean meat per person. Appetizers. Bread. Homemade grass-fed vanilla ice cream. All for just 10,000 yen (tax included)!! Can beer taste this good? I'll have to buy some for home. Each appetizer is delicious, especially the sour shimeji and maitake mushrooms. Crunchy and sour, so tasty for summer. The meat is aged meat sourced from a famous shop in Shiga. I remember seeing it at a place in Nagoya too. Two types of meat, rich-flavored ribeye and light fatty rib. It's the best. It seems fun to become a regular and chat with the owner.

I revisited the restaurant with an empty stomach. After ordering, an hour passed and I was served Mushroom Anchovy Marinated Organic Vegetable Salad. An hour and a half later, I received the Pate De Campagne Bread and Aged Meat L-Bone. I am aware that the serving times can vary depending on how busy the restaurant is, but it felt like the dishes before the aged meat took longer to be served. It may be difficult to visit with such a hungry stomach. However, all the food was delicious. We had to catch our train back, so next time I would like to visit when I have more time. Thank you for the meal.

I visited a restaurant in Kyoto without any plans, just with a hotel reservation, with the main purpose of enjoying delicious food. I made a reservation for a seat only, but ended up ordering a 6000 yen course with two types of meat after hearing the chef's recommendation. The appetizers served on a large plate were colorful, mainly consisting of fresh vegetables, perfect as wine snacks. The main meat dishes were charred on the outside with a juicy rare interior, seasoned only with salt and pepper, but the bitterness from the charcoal added a delicious accent. Sitting at the counter, I could see the chef grilling the meat and taking care of it, which was like watching a show. I had some extra wine, so I also ordered aged artisan cheese at the end, which was also delicious and left me very satisfied.

I had been curious about it for a while, but I found an amazing restaurant right at the beginning of the new year. The wine and aged meat, which are their specialties, were fantastic, and everything that came out was of high quality. I want to go back again and I highly recommend it to others.

✔️Using carefully selected meat from Sakae-ya, a butcher shop in Shiga ✔️Enjoy meat that has been aged for over 40 days, carefully grilled over Binchotan charcoal, made from Japanese black beef from the Keisen region 【Repeat Rate】★★★★☆ I want to go again to eat rib roast and pasta 【Usage Scene】 It seems that only courses are available for groups of 3 or more people. There were also solo female customers, so it seems like it can be used in various scenes 【Reservation】 Advance reservation required! Walk-ins on the day are not accepted. Also, those who do not order meat are not allowed to make reservations. 【Ordered Items】 ◇ Spanish Ham (Jamon Serrano) ◆ Charcoal-Grilled Onions with Genovese Sauce of Spring Chrysanthemum ◇ Sakae-ya's aged meat charcoal-grilled Japanese black beef rib roast and 150g each of Aka beef from Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture ◆ Fermented Butter and Sheep Cheese Pasta ◇ Homemade Bread (Rye and Onion Bread) ◆ Raw Chocolate Gâteau Chocolat ✔️First, the Spanish ham. The aged Jamon Serrano has a strong sweetness and richness, very delicious! The saltiness is also exquisite! ✔️Next is the charcoal-grilled onions. The sweet and melty onions, paired with Genovese sauce, are a perfect match! Chrysanthemum is rare, but it has no strong flavor, and I wanted to eat more with lots of it! The perfect amount of salt enhances the goodness of the onions even more. ✔️The long-awaited meat is aged meat grilled slowly over charcoal. Today's recommendation is Aso Aka beef from Kumamoto, which was raised by the Faculty of Agriculture at Tokai University in Aso's grasslands. The rare beef with a very small number of shipments is very healthy and allows you to taste the true deliciousness of meat. Honestly, I preferred the rib roast this time, but I usually prefer Aka beef! Haha, I wanted seconds of the rib roast... ✔️The owner's recommended fermented butter and sheep cheese pasta. This was extremely delicious... The pasta from a pasta specialty store had a firm and chewy texture. The rich cheese sauce is exquisite! It was really delicious! Drizzling truffle oil on it allowed for further enjoyment of the flavors. It was dangerously delicious... I really enjoyed it... Finishing with the remaining sauce and homemade bread. I especially liked the onion bread. ✔️For dessert, I had raw chocolate Gâteau Chocolat! The dense and rich Gâteau Chocolat is served with vanilla ice cream. Honestly, I could have eaten more... The meat was delicious, but the pasta was particularly impressive. The service is a bit relaxed as it is a one-person operation. Recommended for when you want to eat delicious meat or pasta at a leisurely pace! ================ Introducing restaurants that I find delicious every day ✨ Check out my other posts too~ ↪️ @foodie_ol_diary

"Mezzita Pane e Vino" is a bistro nestled quietly in the ancient city of Kyoto, known as a treasure trove of aged meats. The dishes here are a luxurious experience, showcasing respect for ingredients and the craftsmanship of the chefs. The exterior of the restaurant exudes charm with a simple sign, and stepping inside, you are greeted with a serene atmosphere. The main feature is the counter seats, where you can witness the process of creating the dishes up close. Watching the chefs at work feels like appreciating art. [Menu] - Seating fee (¥550) - Wine (¥1100) - Aged meat lamp (¥4320) - Chef's choice appetizer (¥1100) * The chef's choice appetizer served first was a visually stunning dish. It was a feast of seasonal vegetables and carefully selected ingredients that whetted the appetite. The wine was meticulously selected to complement the dishes, and from the moment it was poured into the glass, it felt like the start of a luxurious experience. The daily changing chef's choice dish showcased the ingredients of the day to their fullest potential. The freshness of seafood and the flavor of vegetables were elevated to the highest level, surprising with each bite. * Aged meat lamp The aged meat served here is truly like a work of art. The delicacy of the meat and its flavor are brought to their best state through the meticulous work of the chefs. The aroma rising from the cooked meat arouses the appetite, creating an impatient feeling. With each bite, the tenderness and juiciness of the meat were surprising. The aged meat, with each chew, spread a rich umami flavor, and the feeling of happiness that spreads in the mouth is indescribable. The delicacy and flavor of the meat truly made it a dish of awe. "Mezzita Pane e Vino" is a special bistro where you can enjoy a luxurious time while watching the chefs at work from the counter seats. For those who want to indulge in the temptation of aged meat and experience a special night feeling the respect for ingredients, this is a highly recommended restaurant.

It's a one-person operation restaurant, but the service is smooth. The meat is aged and not too fatty, with a good chewy texture that can make your jaw tired. The wine is natural and packs a punch, with the orange wine being particularly delicious.

I visited Sakae-ya because I wanted to try their aged meat. It was the most delicious meat I have ever had, with a richness of flavor I had never experienced before! The pasta was also delicious, simple yet incredibly flavorful. It's not cheap, so I can't go often, but I definitely want to visit again.

I visited after hearing that they serve delicious aged meat. It is served with large grains of salt. The flavor of the meat spreads as you chew, and the taste of the meat itself is simply delicious. The aged meat, cooked for about 40 minutes, was perfectly done with a rich flavor. The meat juices, characteristic of charcoal grilling, were sealed in and it was perfect. The smoked cheese they grilled was also delicious. You can enjoy delicious natural wines that go well with meat without being too niche. A restaurant where you can enjoy delicious aged meat.

Grilled miso beef, today's meat, shrimp and lemon ajillo, grilled onion, homemade bread, orange wine. The service was attentive even though the staff was busy serving solo. Everything was delicious. I regret not being able to try the pasta, so I will definitely come back for a rematch.

Thank you very much for the delicious meat, even though I suddenly dropped by. I was so impressed by the quality of the aged meat when I visited before, that I brought two people who had only been to disappointing places where they couldn't tell the difference between aged meat and regular meat. They were so impressed and happy! I've done a lot of research on aged meat in Tokyo, but it's hard to find a place with this quality. It's a great restaurant, so I want to recommend it, but if I do, it will be hard to get a reservation, so I'll secretly write it here. (laughs)

This was my first time using this restaurant. The owner was cheerful and sincere, which made me feel at ease. There were three women and one man in our group, and we devoured the recommended 5 types of meat, 1kg in total, in no time. The meat was delicious and didn't cause heartburn. We also enjoyed sides like garlic shrimp and pasta (the white truffle oil was amazing). The wine recommendations were also great. It was a fun and delicious dinner. I will definitely be back soon. Thank you very much.

It's been a while since I visited "Messita Pane e Vino." This is an Italian restaurant known for its aged meat dishes. For starters, I ordered charcoal-grilled white asparagus and house-smoked ham. Both were delicious, and the sauce made from butterbur was particularly tasty. The oyster and maitake mushroom ajillo was also excellent, with rich oyster flavor and the umami of maitake mushrooms. The sauce in the ajillo paired perfectly with the house-made rye bread and onion bread. For the main course, I had ribeye and lamb steak. The red meat looked incredibly delicious and the lamb steak was full of flavor as I chewed on it. The ribeye had a bit of fat but was tender and tasty. The aged meat was tender and delicious, pairing perfectly with the wine.

I visited Mesita Pane e Vino in Machiya Nishiki. This is one of the few restaurants where Sakae-ya's Niho-san, known for aged meat, supplies meat. Following the recommendation, I chose the rib roast. While waiting for the meat to cook, I enjoyed black truffle salami, half-size fruit tomatoes, and buffalo mozzarella. The salami was delicious and went well with the alcohol. And finally, the meat. I savored the meat with large grains of salt. The flavor of the meat spread as I chewed, and it was simply delicious. The grilling seemed to have a gradient, and the meat juice sealed in by the charcoal fire was also perfect. It was very delicious. However, personally, I did not reach a level of being moved. Cooking meat with just salt seemed to have its limitations as a dish. I felt that a sauce that had been further refined was necessary to complete the dish. Some may argue that sauce is unnecessary for meat of this quality, but I did not feel that way. I wondered if there was a more delicious way to eat this meat. Despite my high expectations, overall, it was very delicious. The pasta was also delicious. The choices for aged meat in Kyoto have increased, but I thought this was quite delicious. #MesitaPaneEVino #Sakae-ya #agedmeat #KyotoSteak #KyotoGourmet #KyotoDinner #KyotoLunch #KyotoEats #OsakaGourmet #FoodBlogHighRating #TabeStagram #Kyoto #Osaka #Japan #JapanGourmet #WantToConnectWithGourmetLovers #WantToConnectWithWatchLovers #Follow4Follow #F4F #FoodPorn #InstaFood #Foodie #FoodPic

I visited the restaurant with two friends after a long time. We had several appetizers and the main dish was Kumamoto red beef. The taste of the red beef, which is said to be shipped only 5-6 times a year, was fantastic and it went well with the wine. It was enjoyable to try various types of alcohol such as Koshu orange wine and special Maru that matched the dishes.