It is located near Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. I came here for work and visited Kitano Tenmangu Shrine to receive a seal stamp, then had lunch afterwards. A friend from Kyoto recommended this place as the best hamburger restaurant in Kyoto, so I made a reservation through my friend and visited. The entrance is on the first floor, but the restaurant is on the second floor. It might be a bit difficult to find for first-timers. I tried the hamburger lunch recommended by my friend. They said the hamburger with salt is delicious, but I wanted to try the demi-glace sauce, so I chose that. My friend chose the natural salt option. The Black Wagyu hamburger set comes with soup and rice. The demi-glace sauce is 3900 yen, and the natural salt is 3500 yen. I was pleasantly surprised by the delicious carrot soup! The smooth, full-flavored chilled soup made with carrots is excellent. The hamburger was so delicious that I couldn't remember the last time I had such a good one, and it didn't feel overpriced at all. I initially thought the lunch was a bit expensive, but the satisfaction exceeded the price. I can't forget the taste of the hamburger and the carrot soup. It's a place I would definitely want to visit again!

I have been going to this shop for a while. It's my favorite place. The salted hamburger is incredibly delicious. The carrot cole slaw soup is also tasty.

One of the top 5 flower streets in Kyoto, Kamishichiken. Nearby is the Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. In Kamishichiken, there is a Western-style restaurant called "Kamishichiken Yuu". It is said that their hamburg steak is excellent and impresses food enthusiasts. I have been curious about it for a while, so I visited for lunch. The location is delicate and easy to miss if you don't know about it, even though it is on the main street of Kamishichiken. You go up the stairs to the 2nd floor where the restaurant is located. Upon researching, I found out that the restaurant used to operate under the name "Grill Kawanoo" nearby, but moved to its current location in 2007. The owner has a French background from a hotel. The interior of the restaurant has a great atmosphere. There is a well-maintained teppan grill in front of the counter, giving it a sophisticated and traditional teppanyaki restaurant feel. There are about 20 counter seats in total, divided between the teppan grill side and the window side. Now, the lunch menu consisted of the following 5 options: 1. European-style Beef Curry (2000 yen) 2. Beef Stew (3000 yen) 3. Black Wagyu Hamburg Steak (Natural Salt: 3500 yen, Demi-Glace: 3900 yen) 4. Black Wagyu Steak Set (7500 yen) 5. Black Wagyu Steak Course (8000 yen~) The highlight here is the hamburg steak. While the Natural Salt version is popular, I opted for the Demi-Glace. The hamburg steak set comes with soup and a drink. First, the soup arrived. It was a chilled carrot soup that was exquisite. The silky texture and exquisite seasoning made it feel like I was enjoying a refined dessert. It was delicious. And then, the eagerly awaited hamburg steak. It was served with salad and potatoes. The hamburg steak is made using black Wagyu beef trimmings, giving it a substantial and impressive appearance. I observed the cooking process, where it was pan-fried and then finished on the grill. As a result, it was cooked thoroughly inside but still moist and tender. It allowed the simple and rich flavor of the black Wagyu beef to shine through. The Demi-Glace sauce was also delicious. While it may seem expensive at first glance, considering the effort and quality of ingredients, I believe it is reasonable. I am looking forward to trying their course menu next time for dinner.

Visited the restaurant right after opening on August 20, 2013, around 11:30 AM. Had a tight schedule and needed to eat before missing lunch. The reviewer recommended the hamburger at this restaurant as possibly the best in Japan, so I decided to check it out. The restaurant was empty when I arrived, with only 2 customers seated. The interior was shiny and new, with traditional fans from the geisha district of Pontocho displayed on the walls. The location was a bit far from public transportation, closest to Kitano Hakubaicho Station. I ordered the black wagyu hamburger set which came with soup, salad, mashed potatoes, rice, and coffee for 3,360 yen. The hamburger was pure meat with no spices or pepper, just a hint of salt to hold it together. It was a dense, intense meaty flavor that paired well with the rice. The restaurant seemed to cater to those who appreciate the quality of the food. In the historic district of Kamishichiken, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience.

I visited this restaurant for lunch about 4-5 years ago. I had their hamburger, which was quite unique - it was round and plump, unlike the usual flat hamburgers. When I asked why it was so round, they explained that a flat hamburger would only taste like the crust, not the meat. And they were right - the hamburger was juicy and flavorful, and eating it felt like enjoying the meat in every bite. The set meal with hamburger, soup, salad, rice, and coffee was a bit over 3000 yen, but it was definitely worth it. I secretly think that this restaurant serves the best hamburger in Japan. I assumed their steak would be delicious too, but when I visit Kyoto, I usually end up having kaiseki for dinner. Nevertheless, I manage to come here about twice a year. I'm not a fan of the fatty, marbled high-end meats that are popular now. I prefer lean meat for its flavor. This place offers delicious lean steak, including Murasawa beef, at a reasonable price. The restaurant is located facing the street in Kamishichiken, and the interior is decorated with fans featuring geisha names, reflecting the area's culture. When I asked if geishas often visit, they said they do occasionally. I would love to witness such a scene someday. I hesitated to share this hidden gem of a restaurant, as it has few reviews and a low rating, but I decided to write about it. Whenever I have lunch here, I always make sure to visit the traditional Japanese confectionery shop across the street for some sweets and matcha. The sweets are delicious, as expected from a reputable shop, but the matcha is exceptional. Good matcha is hard to find in Kyoto, but the one served here by the lady who seems to be the proprietress is far better than those from known tea shops like Ippodo. Kyoto truly has an abundance of delicious food and drinks.