Located in the basement of the New Miyako Hotel on the Hachijo side of Kyoto Station. Despite the name "Sichuan," the cuisine is not extremely spicy with strong Sichuan peppercorns or chili peppers. It is relatively mild, making it suitable for families. The interior is moody with subtle lighting, creating a cozy atmosphere. It would be a nice spot for a date or anniversary celebration. I opted for the Winter course priced at 8000 yen for my anniversary. There was an option for all-you-can-drink, but I decided against it after careful consideration of whether I could make the 2000 yen worth it (laughs). I informed them of my allergies to shrimp and crab, so they provided alternative dishes. However, due to the season, the menu became somewhat simple after removing those items. I am considering trying the à la carte menu next time. The Sichuan Mapo Tofu lunch (1800 yen) also caught my eye, especially the "Spicy Mapo Tofu made with Kyoto tofu." I love spicy food, so I'm intrigued. It seems that the cooking style and seasoning can be customized. If you prefer spicy food, you can request authentic Sichuan flavors. If you're not a fan of spicy dishes, they can prepare a lighter Kyoto-style version for you.

Located on the south side of Kyoto Station, across from the Kintetsu Kyoto Station 1st floor shopping arcade "Miyakomichi", just south of the station. This Chinese Sichuan cuisine restaurant is located on the basement floor of the "Hotel To Kyoto Hachijo". I visited this restaurant with my wife during lunchtime. My wife really liked this place when we visited before, so we decided to come back during our visit to Kyoto. Hotel To is a long-established hotel originating in Kyoto, and this "Hotel To Kyoto Hachijo" has a slightly casual setting in front of the station. Traditional Sichuan cuisine is a specialty at Hotel To. We had made a reservation for the "Hakushureisai Lunch Course" (4,500 yen). The restaurant has a chic interior with over 100 seats, including private rooms. We were seated at a semi-private round table. The meal started with a "Cold Appetizer Assortment" featuring shrimp and steamed chicken, jellyfish and cucumber salad, and char siu and pumpkin tempura. The steamed chicken had a refreshing ginger-flavored sauce, the jellyfish salad was light and refreshing, and the char siu had a rich and chewy flavor. Next, we had a "Matsutake and Crab Meat Shark Fin Soup" which had a delicate flavor with the aroma of matsutake mushrooms. The "Scallop and Salmon Cream Stew" had a rich and flavorful cream sauce that complemented the scallops and salmon perfectly. The "Soft Shell Crab with Kinako Powder" had a crispy soft shell crab and sweet potatoes topped with plenty of kinako powder. The "Steamed Beef Fillet with Doubanjiang Sauce" was tender and flavorful, cooked in a bamboo steamer. The "Chinese Congee" was thick and flavorful, with a perfect balance of seasoning. The dessert consisted of almond tofu with melon and kiwi, and steamed sweet potato cake. The almond tofu had a rich almond flavor, and the steamed cake was warm and naturally sweet. The Sichuan cuisine at this restaurant was elegant and high-quality. However, the timing of serving the dishes was too fast, making it difficult for my wife, who eats slowly. Despite being a reasonably priced course meal at 4,500 yen, the serving staff should pay more attention to the pace of the meal, especially for a course menu. It was disappointing, especially since my wife really likes this restaurant.

I visited in search of a spicy Sichuan-style mapo tofu, which I had heard was delicious. The atmosphere at the Chinese restaurant in front of Kyoto Station was excellent. I ordered the Holiday Mapo Tofu Lunch Set (¥3,200) and upgraded the pumpkin soup to shark fin soup for an additional ¥600. The shark fin soup was a good choice, with plenty of shark fin in it. Before the main dish, all the other dishes that came were delicious. In particular, the stir-fried squid and mushrooms with Shaoxing wine was a perfect match! Now, onto the main dish, the Sichuan-style mapo tofu. Made with silky tofu and extremely spicy mapo sauce, it paired perfectly with the white rice! The white rice seemed to be made with Yatsushiro rice, and when eaten with the mapo tofu, it was just... ( ´∀｀) This mapo tofu is definitely ranking high on my list. The only downside is that the drinks are a bit pricey, with a draft beer costing just over 900 yen and a set of three different types of Shaoxing wine (30ml each) costing 1,700 yen. But overall, I was very satisfied with the experience.

The undeniable deliciousness and customer service were outstanding during my visit on May 15, 2023. Overall rating: 5 out of 5. Taste: ★★★★★, Presentation: ★★★★★, Cost performance: ★★★★, Customer service: ★★★★★, Environment: ★★★★. In one word, it's delicious. I ordered the Sichuan mapo tofu set with half rice. The selectable side dish was sweet and sour pork. It was delicious, the service was impeccable, and it's truly a great restaurant. I would like to try other set options, but I can't resist the mapo tofu, so I always end up choosing it. Thank you for the meal.

The food is delicious, the staff is wonderful, and the restaurant is lovely. I visited on 03/04/2023 and would rate it 5 out of 5. Taste ★★★★★, Presentation ★★★★★, Value for money ★★★★, Service ★★★★★, Ambiance ★★★★. I was craving Sichuan mapo tofu and visited alone. The escort to my table was very smooth. I ordered the Sichuan mapo tofu set for 2,200 yen. Everything was truly delicious, and the cold oolong tea and hot jasmine tea were brought at the perfect timing. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I visited this restaurant that serves authentic Sichuan cuisine, which I had been wanting to try for a while. It is located near Kyoto Station, at the B1F of the Miyako Hotel, called Chinese Cuisine Szechwan. As I don't often go to such upscale places, I felt a bit nervous when entering. Looking at the menu, everything seemed quite expensive... I wanted to try many dishes, but I came specifically for the Mapo Tofu, so I ordered the Szechwan Mapo Tofu lunch set and an Ebisu beer. The staff asked me if I was okay with the spiciness of the Mapo Tofu, to which I replied that I have had very spicy dishes before, so I should be fine. I also decided to try the Shark Fin Soup for an additional charge, as I had never had it before. For the main dish, I chose the Black Vinegar Sweet and Sour Pork with pork tenderloin. The dishes were served promptly after ordering. The Mapo Tofu was not as "extremely spicy" as described, it had a mild spiciness and was delicious without making me sweat. The pork tenderloin in the sweet and sour pork was very tender and tasty. Although it was authentic Sichuan cuisine, the sweet and sour pork had pineapple in it. The Shark Fin Soup was also delicious, but it didn't have much shark fin in it. The service was good, and I enjoyed a pleasant and delicious meal. Thank you for the meal.

Enjoyed high-class Chinese cuisine at a great deal for lunch on 01/19/2023 visit. 【Overall Rating】5 out of 5 stars. Taste: ★★★★, Presentation: ★★★★, Cost performance: ★★★★, Service: ★★★★, Ambiance: ★★★★. I ordered the mapo tofu set. I had been interested in trying it for a while, but the price was a bit high, so I hesitated. However, I found out that on weekdays during lunch, you can enjoy it for around 2000 yen, so I made a reservation and went. First of all, the restaurant has an elegant atmosphere, with a spacious table arrangement and a sense of grandeur at the entrance. The table plates for payment were set up perfectly as if they were always there. The staff were calm and exuded elegance. Since I had already chosen the course in advance, I just had to inform them of my choice of main dish and drink and wait for a few moments. The freshly made dishes were brought out at a convenient time for eating. Everything was truly delicious. The mapo tofu, which they asked if I was okay with the spice level, was not too spicy and went down smoothly. They offer unlimited refills of white rice. I don't eat a lot, but the amount was just right for me without needing a refill. It was a taste and service that made me want to visit again. Thank you for the delicious meal.

After work in Nara, we returned to Kyoto and had a social gathering at a Sichuan Chinese restaurant. This time, we brought a senior member along, so we chose a slightly nicer restaurant, which turned out to be here. I was expecting spicy dishes since it's Sichuan cuisine, but there wasn't anything too spicy. The appetizers were all delicious, especially the thinly sliced tomatoes that held their shape impressively. The crab and shark fin soup, as well as the stir-fried shrimp and squid, had a refined and subtle flavor, and even the braised pork was tasty, giving a sense of luxury in every dish. Since there wasn't a Sichuan-style dish in the course menu, we ended up ordering the mapo tofu separately. Even this mapo tofu was delicious with a generous amount of Sichuan peppercorns sprinkled on top. It was my first time learning that "adding dried plums to Shaoxing wine makes it taste better," and when I tried it, it was indeed true. The Shaoxing wine became smoother and more delicious. From now on, I'll be adding dried plums to Shaoxing wine.

Corona has settled down, so I had a rare gathering with 6 people other than family in a private room. The Oriental atmosphere was nice. We had the Kyoto beauty selection course for ¥8,000, which included: - Assorted cold appetizers: steamed chicken and shrimp, Jinhua ham, jellyfish, crab meat and enoki mushroom with shark fin soup, which was delicious. - Peking duck. It's hard to explain why it's so delicious, but it just is. - Steamed abalone with angel prawns in leek flavor. The abalone was tender. - Stir-fried beef fillet with oyster sauce, which was delicious. - Spicy mapo tofu using Kyoto tofu with white rice. I hesitated and ended up choosing a mild level of spiciness, but it was still quite spicy. The spiciness was intense and might be too much for some. For dessert, there were several options to choose from.

A Chinese restaurant located in the basement of a Kyoto hotel near Karasuma Station. The lunch crowd was quite busy on weekdays. I ordered the chef's recommended course lunch. The flavors were easy for Japanese people to enjoy, but some dishes were a bit on the sweeter side. The soft shell crab dish was very delicious, I wanted to have seconds. I took my time and enjoyed the meal for about 2 hours. Thank you for the feast.

New Toho Hotel Chinese Restaurant! I decided to go eat Chinese food with a friend, and this time we tried Szechuan for the first time! The restaurant is located on the basement floor of New Toho Hotel, right in front of Kyoto Station's Hachijo exit. Personally, I think the atmosphere of the restaurant is perfect! There are semi-private booths, private rooms, and regular tables, so we were able to enjoy our meal quietly and leisurely. We ordered the "Holiday Choice Lunch" course today. The course includes thinly sliced pork with spicy garlic sauce, crab and enoki mushroom thick soup, black pepper sauce beef fillet, a combination of two types of dim sum, crispy noodle with ankake sauce, almond jelly, and steamed sweet potato castella. Since I chose the lunch course this time, I was able to select everything from appetizers to dessert, which I thought was a great course as there's always something I don't like in a set menu. I upgraded the main dish, so the total cost for two people with drinks was around 7000 yen! It was very delicious!

I used it for a business dinner. There were quite a few people, but there was a round table private room, so it was safe even during the pandemic. We had the Shuka Reina course. * Assorted cold dishes * Abalone and shark fin clear soup * Peking duck * Lobster in chili sauce * Stir-fried beef fillet with oyster sauce * Assorted dim sum * Fried rice * Dessert The Peking duck and lobster in chili sauce were delicious. After having beer and Shaoxing wine, I tried white wine for the first time. Surprisingly easy to drink, it goes well with flavorful Chinese dishes.

On Thursday, I made a reservation and visited the restaurant with one other person. It is located on the B1F of the Hotel The Westin Miyako Kyoto, near the Hachijo exit of JR Kyoto Station, just a 2-minute walk away. The restaurant has an oriental atmosphere with tables spaced far apart, creating a private dining experience. They offer private rooms for 4 to 26 people, as well as box seats, semi-private seats in a half-circle shape, and private rooms with a lounge. The seat we were guided to was spacious and felt almost like a private room. The dim lighting and comfortable sofa-like chairs made it easy to relax, almost too much so that we felt like falling asleep (laughs). We had the weekday-exclusive "Sichuan Choice Lunch," priced at 3,000 yen including tax and service charge. The menu for June to August includes: ◎Appetizer: Jellyfish cold dish or Boiled shrimp and raw yuba vegetable salad or Thinly sliced pork with spicy sauce ◎Soup: Corn soup with dried scallops or Shark fin soup (+540 yen) ◎Side dish: One item ◎Main dish: Stir-fried squid with basil or Small shrimp with mayonnaise sauce or Steamed white fish with leek flavor or Pork fillet with mixed vegetables in sweet vinegar sauce or Small shrimp with chili sauce (+450 yen) or Beef fillet with oyster sauce stir-fry or black pepper sauce stir-fry (+790 yen) ◎Dim sum: Assorted dim sum with spring rolls, xiaolongbao, and pork and onion shumai ◎Noodles/Rice: Chinese congee or Chinese rice dumpling or Fried rice with dried shrimp and lettuce or Crispy yakisoba with sweet and sour sauce ◎Dessert: Almond tofu with tapioca, Coconut milk mango pudding, Coconut dumplings, Steamed castella cake, Warabi mochi, Yuzu sherbet, Vanilla ice cream, Assorted fruits, Orange juice, Apple juice The Sichuan Choice Lunch includes hot or iced oolong tea and jasmine tea served at the same time as the dim sum. You won't have any trouble during the meal even if you don't order a separate drink. Sichuan cuisine is known for its strong flavors, but the dishes were adjusted to be more palatable in Kyoto. My favorite dishes were the small shrimp with mayonnaise sauce, the assorted dim sum, and the coconut dumplings. The food was delicious, satisfying, and left us feeling full. It was nice to be able to choose our dishes. The Hotel The Westin Miyako Kyoto is conveniently located near JR Kyoto Station, so I would like to visit again. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal! ☆

Holiday Choice Lunch - Assorted Cold Appetizers - Spicy Stir-fried Chicken and Eggplant - Mixed Vegetable Dumplings - Lettuce Fried Rice - Almond Jelly - Coconut Dumplings (soft dumplings filled with egg yolk paste and coated with coconut, the sweetness of the paste is strong but delicious) - Mapo Tofu Lunch The lunch was delicious and satisfying. I also enjoyed sharing dishes with others, making me feel happy.

In the early afternoon, I attended an event at Toji Temple in Kyoto and decided to have a quick lunch nearby at a restaurant in The Westin Miyako Kyoto hotel. Although the Chinese restaurant was no longer there, I made a reservation assuming it was a related establishment due to the similar name. The hotel is conveniently located near Kyoto Station's Shinkansen Hachijo exit, making it easy for my friend and I to meet up there. My friend got lost and arrived a bit grumpy, while I managed to find parking on a side street for 1200 yen due to the expensive weekend rates. It was my first time entering the hotel, and the Chinese restaurant was located in the basement. The interior resembled that of The Westin Miyako Kyoto, with spacious seating. Since we were short on time, we opted for a single dish instead of a lunch course - we chose the shrimp ankake yakisoba with a salt flavor. Although the dish was delicious, it seemed different from what we had at The Westin Miyako Kyoto, which was a five-ingredient ankake yakisoba. We preferred a salt flavor, but the dish seemed a bit lacking, so we mixed soy sauce, vinegar, and mustard to enhance the taste. We also enjoyed jasmine tea, with the option to refill for free. After finishing our meal, we had coffee, but were surprised to find that the milk was in packets, possibly due to COVID-19 precautions. It was a bit pricey at 700 yen, considering the packaging. We then walked to Toji Temple in the rain, where we watched various cultural performances before heading back to Osaka. In retrospect, driving all the way to Osaka may have been a bit of a stretch. I plan to return to the hotel's Chinese restaurant to try their Sichuan lunch course, as it looked delicious. Additionally, parking was free for about three hours, which was a bonus.

On this day, I had some errands to run in Kyoto and decided to have lunch around Kyoto Station. As I was exploring options other than ramen, I came across this restaurant that caught my eye, so I decided to visit. It is located on the basement floor of the Westin Miyako Kyoto hotel on the south side of Kyoto Station. Being inside a top-class hotel, the luxury ambiance was undeniable. I felt a bit out of place, but I informed the reception that I didn't have a reservation and they kindly guided me to a table in the back. The atmosphere inside the restaurant made me feel even more out of place (laughs), and I was even given a transparent bag to store my mask. What a thoughtful gesture! I was handed the menu, but my order was already decided - the "Mapo Tofu Lunch" was my only choice. However, I decided to check out the recommended lunch options as well. Since I couldn't choose the Mapo Tofu I wanted, I stuck to my original order. I chose the spiciness level at the maximum of 4 and selected the "Stir-Fried Pork Fillet with Chili" as my side dish. It seems like I really enjoy spicy food (laughs). Additionally, I was informed that I would receive complimentary Oolong tea, and I was asked if I preferred it hot or cold. I chose cold. Looking at the other menu options, it was clear that this was a super high-end Chinese restaurant (laughs). The Mapo Tofu alone would cost over ¥2000 if ordered separately. While waiting, I observed the course meal of the person next to me, which seemed to be the recommended lunch set. If I wasn't set on the Mapo Tofu, I might have gone for that despite the higher price, as it seemed to offer a variety of dishes. The manager came over to greet me, and I initially thought they were being overly polite to a regular customer, but then I remembered where I had seen her before. She was a well-known gourmet writer. No wonder she was writing notes in a small notebook after each dish. That seems like quite a job. Finally, my order arrived. The first impression was that each dish was served in a cute size. It was just the right amount for me, but some might find it lacking. However, given the price at this restaurant, this portion size may be expected. Nevertheless, the quality was exceptional. First, I tasted the soup. Oh, I haven't had such delicious soup in a long time. The carefully crafted broth was amazing, and it was filled with plenty of crab. The consistency of the egg was also perfect. Next was the main dish, the Mapo Tofu. The spiciness level was not a problem for me, and it was incredibly delicious. The spiciness wasn't overpowering but rather mild and enjoyable. It's hard to describe, but I believe they used excellent spices. The miso added a fantastic richness to the dish, truly a flavorful Mapo Tofu. I really wanted a second helping of rice (laughs). Lastly, the side dish of Stir-Fried Pork Fillet with Chili was also delicious. It was a hit. Although the portion was a bit small (laughs), the tender pork, well-prepared vegetables, such as shishito peppers, eggplant, enoki mushrooms, and chili, were all cooked to perfection and matched perfectly with the sauce. I must mention the pickled mustard greens - I've mentioned before that I'm not a fan of them. However, the pickled mustard greens here were not only edible but actually delicious. I couldn't stop eating them. Why do the flavors of pickled mustard greens vary so much? That's something I've been wondering about lately (laughs). In conclusion, the total cost, including tax and service charge, was ¥1978, which is not cheap, but considering the quality, it's definitely worth it. However, I don't think it's a place you would go out of your way to visit just for a meal. Nevertheless, I was able to immerse myself in the satisfaction of the exceptional hospitality. Thank you for the wonderful meal. Based on a rating scale of 4.0, this is an overall evaluation including taste and service. If you have any different opinions or feedback, please feel free to message me.

I stayed at Hotel To Kyoto Yojiro and came to eat at the Szechuan Chinese restaurant for dinner. The restaurant is located on the basement floor of the hotel and has a stylish atmosphere. The appetizers were delicious, and the mapo tofu was spicy - which is to be expected at a Szechuan restaurant. However, as a tourist, I was disappointed by the small portion size of the Chinese course. Next time I stay at Hotel To, I will opt for the delicious buffet instead of dining at the Szechuan restaurant. Just a heads up for those considering dining at the Szechuan restaurant at Hotel To Kyoto Yojiro!

We only have photos of the appetizers, but we ordered the Kyo美選菜 Dinner Course for two people. It's worth the price, as everything was delicious without any complaints. The photos shown are accurate. The restaurant has dim lighting and round table seats that feel like private rooms, allowing for a quiet and leisurely dining experience. The customers seemed to be elegantly dressed, and the staff were efficient.

A Chinese restaurant located in the basement of the main building of Hotel To Kyoto Hachijo in Kujo-incho, Minami-ku, Kyoto City. The Chinese cuisine at Hotel To is "Sichuan style". Whether it's Tokyo, Osaka, Yokkaichi, Gifu, or here in Kyoto, the Sichuan style is consistent. There is another Hotel To in Kyoto, but the Sichuan restaurant there has closed down. I visited during lunchtime and ordered the "Sichuan Mapo Tofu Lunch" for 1600 yen with an additional dessert for 300 yen. The dish included spicy Mapo tofu made with Kyoto tofu and a choice of another dish from 4 options. I chose the stir-fried beef and bell peppers. The meal came with Oolong tea, so water was not served. When I placed my order, I was asked, "It's quite spicy, is that okay with you?" It's just like a hotel to ask that. The dish was flavorful with the right amount of Sichuan peppercorn, not as spicy as the Sichuan dish at Hotel To in Yokkaichi. I was very satisfied with being able to enjoy my favorite Mapo tofu and stir-fried beef and bell peppers. The soup was not flashy but had a delicious umami flavor from dried scallops. For dessert, I had tapioca coconut milk, served with warm jasmine tea. The service was smart, as expected from a hotel.

Appetizer: The seasoned jellyfish is excellent, I want to eat a lot of it. Egg soup: Thick and delicious, a hit. Peking duck: It's Sichuan style, but it's Chinese cuisine. Steamed abalone: Soft and tasty. Sweet and sour pork: The spiciness is delicious. Famous dish: Mapo tofu, the spiciness is delicious. The atmosphere of the private room is also good, and it's a great deal.