Summary: Opened in 2008, this restaurant in Kyoto uses locally sourced Kyoto vegetables and seasonal Japanese ingredients to create Italian cuisine that combines the food cultures of Japan and Italy. The restaurant offers a unique dining experience that is characteristic of the ancient city of Kyoto. During cafe hours, guests can also enjoy desserts. The restaurant has 54 seats and accepts reservations, with no counter or private rooms but available for private bookings for 20-50 people. Interior: The space is themed around Japonism, with a mix of Japanese-style paulownia and stone warmth, and Western-style steel accents. The market pattern of the Katsura Imperial Villa adds a unique touch. Ordered Menu: - Cafe Menu (14:30-17:30) - Dolce Set: ¥1240 Includes dessert + soft drink - Custard pudding and vanilla ice cream Vanilla ice cream with whipped cream and decorative leaves, served with a slightly bitter custard sauce. - Ice Banana Latte Jelly Float: ¥780 A refreshing banana-flavored ice latte with milk jelly and a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. Operating Hours: - Lunch: 11:00-14:30 - Cafe: 14:30-17:30 - Dinner: 17:30-22:00 (Last order at 21:15) Payment: - Credit Cards: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, Diners - Transportation IC Cards Access: Located near the west exit of JR Kyoto Station at 901 Higashi-Shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. Found at JR Kyoto Isetan in front of the west exit ticket gate, 3rd floor Eat Paradise.

On Sunday, June 18, 2023, I decided to try the Sakura Course at a different restaurant than my usual spot, Hashitate. The restaurant had plenty of available seats, so I took a chance. To my surprise, the total bill came out to be less than ¥5000, which was a super cost-effective deal. The food quality was good, with the carpaccio being fresh and the uni cream pasta being tasty. The steak was a bit tough, but still enjoyable. The dessert and coffee were forgotten to be photographed, but they were satisfying. The service by the young female servers was a bonus, as it's rare to find in Kyoto where most servers are older women. Overall, finding a reasonably priced restaurant with good service and delicious food in Kyoto is a rare gem, especially considering the usual high prices at most establishments in the city, even Michelin-starred ones. It made me realize that a restaurant's rating should also include the attractiveness of the servers. Michelin-starred restaurants are not the only good ones out there!

Lunch menu available from 11:00 to 14:30 with last order at 1,490 yen including tax. Includes dessert and appetizer. Children's plate available for 1,390 yen including tax. Located above the central ticket gate at Kyoto Station, where you can receive parking service at Isetan.

It was rare for the pasta to be this bad, even for around 1000 yen, so I decided to post about it. Spaghetti with cream sauce, small shrimp, and Tanba shimeji mushrooms. Only 5 small shrimp (cheap, but still disappointing) and maybe 2 Tanba shimeji mushrooms (isn't this too little?). No creaminess, almost like eating plain pasta. The basil flavor was barely noticeable. It was quite different from other reviews, which was surprising. Maybe it was just an off day, but it seems like this can happen too. Convenient location at Kyoto Station, average service.

We used a meal voucher from JR Kyoto Isetan for lunch at an Italian restaurant called Osteria Sakura in the Eat Paradise restaurant area. The voucher is like a lucky bag and can be used for the "New Year Pasta Set". The voucher has a set price of 1100 yen per person and can be used within a specified time frame. The set included a spaghetti dish with small shrimp and Kyoto leeks in aglio e olio sauce, along with bread and a drink. It was a great deal and the food was delicious.

Autumn is in full swing, a day for a stroll through the autumn leaves in Kyoto. Upon arriving at Kyoto Station to catch the Shinkansen, I bought pork buns and meatballs from 551 Horai, then did some shopping for sake and pickles. After buying a lot of stuff, it's time for dinner here. There were so many people everywhere with long lines, but this place had a smooth entry. I wrote "Zura" on the waiting list as usual and was seated in about 10 minutes. On this day, I had: - Shirimen sansho and Fushimi Togarashi spaghetti - 1,230 yen - Small shrimp and Tanba shimeji tofu cream spring rolls with salad - 1,230 yen - Tiramisu - 580 yen - Draft beer x2 - 630 yen each - Cider - 330 yen The shirimen spaghetti had a unique taste with a full shirimen flavor throughout. It was slightly spicy and deliciously smooth. The spring rolls were crispy and creamy. The tiramisu was reliably delicious. The location is very convenient for catching the Shinkansen quickly. It's a great authentic Italian restaurant that is easy to use and enjoy. Thank you for the meal.

Planzo: 1,890 yen including tax You can choose from pasta options like Spaghetti with small shrimp and Tanba shimeji mushrooms in cream sauce with basil flavor. The dessert options include Uji matcha cake or Sakura. Children's plate: 1,290 yen including tax The pasta is rich and the sauce is delicious. The children's pasta was also delicious as the kids enjoyed it. The Uji matcha cake dessert was enjoyed by both children and adults, with a strong matcha flavor that was delightful. The Uji matcha drink, although ordered separately, is extremely delicious. Just the drink and cake alone are worth a visit. Parking: If you spend over 5,000 yen at Isetan parking, you get 2 hours of free parking.

I had dinner at "Osteria Sakura" in the "Eat Paradise" on the 3rd floor of Kyoto Isetan. I rushed to this place as they were offering dinner during limited hours. I ordered the Ladies Set (2,440 yen including tax) and chose beer as my free drink. The appetizer consisted of two types of dishes (smoked duck and Italian-style tomato stewed vegetables), the smoked duck had a smoky aroma and was tender and juicy. It was a perfect match for the beer. The small green salad was crispy and fresh. The mini Margherita pizza was crunchy with plenty of cheese, very delicious. The recommended small pasta dish (aglio e olio with small shrimp and Kujyo green onion) was cooked al dente with thin spaghetti. It was tasty when eaten with the crunchy Kujyo green onion. The shrimp was fairly large and firm. The dessert assortment included a chocolate gateau, vanilla ice cream, and matcha cake. The plate of cake at the end was very reasonable.

I visited an Italian restaurant in Kyoto Station for a light dinner. I had the Chicken Avocado Salad (936 yen) and Blood Orange Juice (527 yen). The salad was quite filling and the sesame dressing was good. However, I was disappointed that the avocado had discolored. The location is convenient for adjusting to your schedule. It might be nice to have a light drink with a mixed appetizer plate.

Located just a short distance from Kyoto Station on the bridge, right after going up the stairs! It's a convenient location where you can overlook the central ticket gate from the store. It was noon on a weekday, and I was looking to save time on lunch after getting off the Shinkansen, so I was searching for a tasty pasta or soba place. The first place that caught my eye was this restaurant. It was reassuring to be able to see inside the restaurant from the outside. Although it seems like a location with high rent, only about 30% of the seats were filled even during peak hours, likely due to the new coronavirus situation. I ordered the pasta set with salad and coffee. The salad was served in just 1 minute, and it took less than 5 minutes for the bread and main dish to arrive - I was surprised by the speed of service. The pasta had a good texture, and I could taste the herb flavor in the Genovese sauce. The creamy sauce was also light and not bad. It was delicious. Usually, it feels crowded here, but this time, the thorough disinfection process left a strong impression.

I stopped by for a slow lunch while waiting for the train. The tomato and mozzarella spaghetti was delicious. The restaurant is located near the West Exit ticket gate on the 2nd floor of Kyoto Station, inside Isetan on the 3rd floor. It may be a bit hard to find, but it's convenient as it's close to platform 30 where the Kansai Airport Express Haruka departs. The prices are reasonable and I would rate the restaurant between 3.0 to 3.5 out of 5.

The client had made a lunch reservation at this restaurant, so we visited for lunch! Even though it was before 1:30 pm, most of the tables were already filled. Each table had a bottle of olive oil placed on it. We ordered the Pranzo B set menu for the number of people in our group. The set menu included a choice of pasta, dessert, and a drink. I ordered the basil cream pasta with small shrimp and shimeji mushrooms, and for dessert, I went with the manager's recommended custard pudding and an iced cafe latte. The appetizers, including smoked salmon and roasted duck with Japanese-style side dishes, were served promptly. The smoked salmon was flavorful and easy to eat, while the roasted duck was tender and juicy. The pasta arrived next, with plenty of shimeji mushrooms and small shrimp. The cream sauce was well-balanced with the basil, and the ingredients were fresh and delicious. The custard pudding was traditional and not too sweet, although the texture was slightly coarse. The iced cafe latte was sweet and smooth, making it easy to drink. Overall, the restaurant offers reasonably priced course meals using Kyoto ingredients and provides good quality. Thank you for the meal.

During lunchtime, it's convenient to find a place right in front of Kyoto Station. They offer lunch sets with bread and salad, but the pasta dishes with Kyoto ingredients stand out. They include ingredients like Kujo green onions, pickled shiba, and even tuna and eggplant in a spicy tomato sauce. The desserts include a frozen ice bar infused with Tanba wine, but it was slightly disappointing as the wine flavor was not very noticeable.

It is located on the second floor of a souvenir shop in front of the conventional line platform at Kyoto Station. It's easy to find next to Nakamura Tokichi. I ordered a lunch set which came with salad, bread, and a choice of main dish. I chose the spinach and salmon cream pasta, a classic combination, but the salmon matched well with the cream and was delicious! When combining fish with pasta, it's crucial that the fish doesn't have a strong smell, but the salmon, a white fish, has a mild scent and just the right amount of oil, making it delicious on its own! However, the same dish would be more expensive for dinner, so I recommend sticking to lunch. ===========

One hour until the Shinkansen departure. Decided to grab a quick bite at the station, so headed to Eat Paradise right in front of the West Exit gates. Wanted to try something Kyoto-style, so went to "Hashitate" but it was already crowded. Ended up at this relatively empty place. Ordered the Danba Shimeji mushroom carbonara. The mushrooms were bigger than Bunashimeji, more like Hatake Shimeji. A bit watery but the taste was good. The carbonara was light with less cream, making it refreshing. The pasta was slightly softer. A light pasta that could also be a good snack with drinks. Stayed until the last minute and it's just a 1-minute walk to the Shinkansen gate. Convenient to know this place!

I went to an Italian restaurant at Subako in Kyoto Isetan. Hashidate and Nakamura Fujiyoshi seemed too crowded and time-consuming, so I opted for an Italian restaurant that was available. I was a little hungry, so I ordered a single spaghetti dish... I ordered the Aglio e Olio with small shrimp and Kujo green onions. It had a light taste without feeling greasy. My mother had the salmon and spinach cream spaghetti. I thought it would be rich with cream, but it was actually refreshing with a hint of milk. Overall, it was good that it wasn't too salty. The prices were not high, so I think it's worth it, but it would have been even better if the dishes were hotter. I later found out that it was supervised by Chef Ochiai. (*´∀｀*)

A quick trip to Kyoto. Visiting temples. Following Mr.'s lead, we arrived at the station almost at lunchtime. We headed out of the west exit and immediately found a lunch spot. As expected, Hafutate already had a long line. So, we decided to have lunch at the nearby restaurant instead. We plan on having a delicious Japanese bento for dinner, so a Western-style lunch sounded good. Although this restaurant has been around for a long time, I had never been inside before. It was spacious and bright. We ordered lunch sets A and B. Set A included a small salad, bread, pasta, and a drink for 1480 yen. Set B included appetizers, bread, pasta, dessert, and a drink for 1980 yen. The pasta selection was quite extensive, with a lineup that seemed to match the Kyoto theme with a Japanese twist. He chose a tomato sauce pasta and added a red wine. I went for the shrimp and Kujo green onion aglio e olio pasta, recommended pudding for dessert, and cherry blossom tea. The appetizer Caponata had a strong tomato flavor, the shrimp salad and duck were decent. The amount of shrimp in the pasta was generous and perfectly firm. The pudding itself was good, but the caramel was a bit overpowering. Eating it from a square plate was a bit tricky. I should have skipped the cherry blossom tea, personally. The service was efficient and the staff was friendly.

I used this place for lunch on a regular day, even though it's right near Kyoto Station, it wasn't too crowded and I didn't have to wait long for my food! I had the meat spaghetti with eggplant and it was delicious. I was able to relax and enjoy my meal.

The shrimp, mushrooms, and gentle basil cream matched well.

The pasta at Kyoto Station was delicious, and the olive oil was also mellow and tasty.