Located in the Porta at Kyoto Station, this is a cheap and delicious izakaya. There is no parking available. This time, I had draft beer, takowasa (octopus with wasabi), sausage, tebasaki gyoza (chicken wing dumplings), fried chicken, and tan-kai (grilled beef tongue). The takowasa and tebasaki gyoza are classic dishes and very tasty. The food and drinks come out quickly despite the busy atmosphere. The menu has many standard items, but they are all delicious. The quality of service may vary depending on the staff. It's great to have a place like this where you can drink and eat affordably at Porta!

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I visited this restaurant after attending the Kobo-Ichi market at Toji Temple in Kyoto, which was held for the first time in 3 years. We entered around 6 pm and the place was already bustling. Since there were two of us, we were seated at a table for two. However, unlike the customers at the tables next to us who were provided with baskets to store their belongings, we were not given one. We had to ask for it before finally receiving a basket. This affected the service rating. The food itself was nothing special. The prices are low, so the portions are small, making it suitable for women who want to try a variety of dishes. The alcoholic drinks are particularly good value. One thing worth mentioning is the potato salad that the ladies at the next table ordered. It was served in a small dish with a mountain of potato salad, soft-boiled egg, and melted cheese, overflowing from the dish and making a mess on the saucer. There was only a little left in the dish. The ladies, probably emboldened by alcohol, complained to the staff. When our eyes met, they sought my agreement, and I couldn't help but smile wryly. Anyway, thank you for the delicious meal today!

I used it for lunch. Just like last time, it was a restaurant that was available inside Porta Dining (lol). I had the Kyoto Akadori chicken and Kyoto-style dashi roll set meal (913 yen including tax). The portion was smaller than it looked in the photos (o´ｪ｀o) Especially the dashi roll was small ( ω-、). I felt that the price was a bit high for this content (ヾﾉ・∀・｀). I think this place is good for a quick lunch drink from noon onwards (--;)

After visiting Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, we stopped by Kyoto Station for lunch. Among the famous restaurants, we found a place that we didn't know about. It had a casual izakaya atmosphere, but we were intrigued by the set meals they offered. My wife ordered the red chicken karaage, while I chose the pork karaage. Both sets came with dashimaki tamago (rolled omelette) and octopus-shaped sausages. It had been a while since I had octopus-shaped sausages, and for some reason, they tasted really delicious. The dashimaki tamago was okay. The pork karaage had a crispy texture and the sauce complemented it perfectly, making it very appetizing. Personally, I could eat the karaage endlessly. The miso soup that came with the set had a strong dashi flavor and a distinct taste.

I had heard that Kyoto Station during Golden Week is incredibly crowded. Every restaurant had long lines, so I ended up going into a place that seemed less busy, only to find out it was a branch of a restaurant from Shinbashi. It was a sushi set meal for 1530 yen. It was surprisingly delicious with fresh tuna. The rolled omelette and miso soup broth were also tasty. Overall, the quality was high. The staff were friendly and energetic.

Foodlog rating ☆3.21 * Visit date: May 2023, evening during Golden Week, Tokyo This is the Kyoto version of the original "Heso Group" from Shinbashi. I visited at 7 pm and while there were seats available, the restaurant was busy. I tried the "Kyoto-style dashimaki" (396 yen including tax), "Oboro tofu yatko" (253 yen including tax), and "Heso kobore gyu-suji doteyaki" (396 yen including tax). I was surprised by the small size of the "Oboro tofu yatko" and "Heso kobore gyu-suji doteyaki," which were about one-third of what I imagined (laughs). On the other hand, the "Kyoto-style dashimaki" was quite large for 396 yen. The dishes are seasoned with dashi, but they are quite mild in flavor. I also tried drinks like "Wacky Heso Green Tea High" (528 yen including tax) and "Green Tea High" (528 yen including tax). I ordered the "Wacky Heso Green Tea High" imagining a strong green tea high because the menu stated "uses more than twice the amount of premium Uji matcha from a famous brand!" but I was surprised by how sweet it was... There was no cover charge, and the bill came to just under 4000 yen for two people. The small portions allow you to enjoy a variety of dishes, which may be a good thing. They also have various types of one-cup sake and unique drinks, making it a fun place to hang out with friends. [Evaluation criteria] * I have slightly changed the evaluation criteria since my last Foodlog post on August 12, 2022, so it may differ from previous posts. ☆2.0 to ☆2.5 ... Hmm ☆3.0 ... Average tasty ☆3.5 ... Tasty (I wouldn't mind coming back) ☆4.0 ... Like it (I want to come back) ☆4.5 ... Really like it ☆5.0 ... The best [Instagram] "Shutin's food and drink diary" @shutin_foodie_diary "Shutin's alcohol diary" @shutin_alcohol_diary [Blog] "Shutin's food and drink diary" https://shu-tinfoodiediary.com I introduce delicious restaurants mainly in Tokyo, so please take a look.

One person entered the counter. The plain chu-hai had too little alcohol. The bonito sashimi was so-so. The rustic sake cup was dirty, had to be replaced. The oden and tsukune were not delicious, but the hanpen and daikon were okay. The chicken white broth oden was not as described on the menu. The doteyaki was soft but lacked flavor. The tasty salted cabbage had Caesar dressing instead of salt dressing, which was surprisingly good. The recommended homemade shumai was juicy and decently tasty. The staff seemed friendly but lacked genuine warmth in their service. Perhaps because I was dining alone? Overall, I was quite disappointed compared to my previous impressions.

After watching a play in the evening, three friends and I decided to have a drink somewhere. We wandered around the Porta area, but it was crowded with people. We thought it might be impossible to find a place, but then we stumbled upon a restaurant with some empty seats. It was a bit hidden and hard to find, which may explain why there were some vacancies. We started with some draft beer. The glasses had cute banana and bear icons on them. One of us couldn't drink alcohol, so they had a Korean canned drink or ramune instead. There were also cute one-cup sake with different designs available for takeout, so I had the one with a cat design. We ordered Caesar salad, jeon (Korean pancake), spring rolls, dashimaki (Japanese rolled omelette), and potato fries...I can't remember what else we ordered as we were busy discussing the play we had just watched. There was also sashimi and a wide variety of menu options. The staff were friendly and the overall experience was great.

The restaurant was crowded but the friendly and energetic staff quickly seated us. The food was cheap and delicious! The sangria had large pieces of fruit which was a nice touch. The atmosphere was great, so I will definitely go back again!

I visited the dining bar "Kyoto Heso" located in the underground shopping area "Kyoto Porta" at JR Kyoto Station. "Kyoto Heso" is a branch of the standing bar "Heso" originating from Shinbashi. I started with a "Hoppy White" (495 yen) and was surprised to see that the bottle provided was a household size rather than the usual commercial size. The menu offers a variety of dishes and drinks at different price points, with some being affordable and others more expensive. I ordered the "Homemade Shumai" (319 yen) from the handwritten daily specials menu, which came with mustard and soy sauce. The staff at "Kyoto Heso" wore T-shirts with just "Heso" written on the back, indicating its affiliation with the Tokyo Shinbashi Heso Group. The place was bustling, but the neighboring "Kushikatsu Daruma" had an even longer line outside. I had a second round of Hoppy and a shochu "Naka" (275 yen), which I poured myself into the empty glass provided. The counter seats had partitions for social distancing, and I noticed that most of the customers were women. I also tried the "Homemade Napolitan" (308 yen) with a fun octopus wiener topping. I ordered another Naka, making it a total of three drinks. I then enjoyed the "Surume Tempura Tower" (352 yen) supported by an English newspaper. The tempura was delicious, and the atmosphere was lively with a mix of customers of all ages. After spending about an hour and a half, my bill came to 2,024 yen, which I paid with my Suica card before leaving. Thank you for the meal.

Kyoto Heso-san is an izakaya located in Kyoto Station Porta. After work, I decided to have a drink in Kyoto for the first time in a while. I was torn between choosing Kyoto Heso-san and Kushikatsu Daruma across the street, but I ended up choosing Kyoto Heso-san. I started with hot sake (\390) and a mixed plate of three types of oden (\480). The pricing was surprisingly affordable for being so close to Kyoto Station. I also ordered additional dishes of Hikone red konjac liver-style and grilled oysters. The red konjac liver-style dish was simply red konjac sprinkled with salt and sesame oil, but it had a nice atmosphere. The grilled oysters were cooked just right, which I think can be quite challenging. It was cheap but delicious. Thank you for the meal.

We visited this restaurant in Kyoto for our last dinner. They offer a variety of classic dishes like oden as well as original menu items. It's a reasonably priced izakaya where you can enjoy a quick meal. Thank you for the delicious food. It was great, 5.6 out of 6.

I was curious about the popular standing bar Kyoto Heso, which opened a new store in Porta at Kyoto Station. Finally had a chance to go there! I was happy to see Akahoshi on the menu. I tried the Caesar salad, which was quite filling. The egg was so smooth! I also had a small-sized Neapolitan pasta and octopus sausage, perfect for dining alone. If you're in the mood for something with a rich flavor, this is the perfect size. They also offer seafood dishes like grilled oysters. The taste of the sea is condensed in them! They even had fresh sazae sashimi, with a surprising and fancy presentation. The sashimi was great, but the ponzu sauce with the liver was amazing! I had sangria and chu-hai, and I recommend the frozen chu-hai for those who want to keep drinking. Another recommendation is the doteni stew. The small portion was so satisfying and got me excited. Delicious, affordable, and very satisfying! I definitely want to go back again.

I arrived at Kyoto Station without any issues and headed to the underground floor of the building to look for souvenirs for my family. After some deliberation, I managed to make a purchase and all that was left was to head back. So, I decided to visit a nearby izakaya to pass the time. I had already found a nice looking restaurant in advance, so I easily located it. The restaurant was called "Kyoto Heso," apparently related to the standing bar "Heso" in Shinbashi. There was a sign at the entrance advertising a special deal where a specific type of shochu was only 99 yen per glass. I couldn't resist and went inside. The place was quite busy, but I had no trouble finding a seat. I started with a watered-down shochu toast. It was a bit weak, but since it was my last drink, it didn't bother me. The manager was a dignified person with a great personality. While sipping on my shochu, I reflected on the day. However, I got thirsty and ordered another watered-down shochu within 5 minutes. Even the manager seemed surprised. Then, our ordered appetizer arrived, which seemed to be oden. Both of us were quite relaxed, enjoying our drinks. But the second item we ordered was taking a while to arrive. After about 10 minutes, it was time for the third glass of watered-down shochu. I called the manager to confirm our order. "Oh, it's coming right up," was the usual excuse. The appetizer finally arrived - "Shirako Ponzu" and "Shirako Nigiri." This led to me ordering another glass of shochu. However, this unexpected turn of events led to a commotion. Wait, what time was our departure again? It was already past 7:50 PM. If this was Shizuoka Station, I would know where to go, but it was Kyoto Station. Being a bit tipsy, getting lost could be dangerous. My relaxed mood disappeared, and I quickly finished my drink, paid the bill, and rushed out of the restaurant. Everything was the fault of that shirako. As I left, I realized there were less than 10 minutes left until my train's departure. Despite my previous experience, I barely made it to the train on time. The train left Kyoto Station and I safely returned to Shizuoka without any issues. Farewell, Kyoto, and thank you for the meal.

On a Sunday afternoon, we made a reservation at a restaurant and arrived with 5 people. While other restaurants had a wait, this one was strangely empty. The staff were friendly and the food was decent, but not particularly impressive. The prices were fair, and the overall atmosphere was nice with friendly staff and cute waitresses. It may be a good choice for those looking for a casual place to have a drink during the day, as they offer a variety of options on their menu.

Located at the end of the Kyoto Station underground shopping street Porta, this restaurant is a bit hard to find as it is tucked behind Kushikatsu Daruma. It is a lively place with a mix of young people, businessmen in suits, and lunch-only ladies' gatherings. The menu is rolled up and stuck in a tube, which is a bit confusing. I tried the sashimi set lunch for 1380 yen (excluding tax) - the taste was decent but nothing extraordinary. Other Western dishes on the menu are cheap but heavy on fried food. Not recommended.

Cafeteria and Bar Kyoto Heso located at JR Kyoto Station underground Porta. They serve Satsuma Jidori chicken sashimi, shirako ponzu, Caesar salad with chashu, Ohara Sharikin Vice and Aozora Sharikin. #KyotoHeso #Kyoto #Porta #KyotoStation #KyotoGourmet #SatsumaJidori #ChickenSashimi #ShirakoPonzu #Chashu #CaesarSalad #Salad #Sharikin #Vice #SharikinVice #RedPerilla #AozoraSharikin #DiningOut #Izakaya #Salad #Kyoto #KyotoStation #PTGinKyotoVisited on 2022.11.22.

Last Saturday, I had to work in the morning again. It's been really busy lately. I finished around 2 pm and had a late lunch at Heso Porta, a pub in the area. I started with a beer, which was delicious. I had the daily special set meal with 6 different dishes. It was quite filling and went well with the beer. The sashimi was tasty and the large shrimp tempura in the middle was also delicious. I felt satisfied, but it was a bit pricey. Maybe it's because of the location. I don't feel like it's a place where I can casually spend money on lunch. It seems more geared towards tourists. However, they do have more affordable lunch options, so I'll try those next time.

On the final day of a two-night, three-day trip, we had lunch at "Kyoheso." I really like this kind of appetizers. It had zero Kyoto-like atmosphere. After bar hopping without visiting any shrines or temples, our drinking tour came to an end. Drinks: bottled beer, highball. Food: Char siu with egg, homemade snack spaghetti, fatty tuna with grated yam, homemade shumai.