I went to a townhouse Italian restaurant called "Il Pozzo" located about a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station. The restaurant has a beautiful inner garden at the back, which creates a very pleasant atmosphere. They have counter seats, table seats, and traditional sunken kotatsu-style seating. For lunch, they offer two options: - Pranzo A for 900 yen: Salad, focaccia, choice of one of three daily pasta dishes - Pranzo B for 1500 yen: 9 assorted appetizers, focaccia, choice of one of three daily pasta dishes, dessert platter, coffee or tea I opted for Pranzo B, and the appetizer platter was amazing! It included tripe, daikon mousse, carpaccio, cream cheese with nanohana, Iberico salami, sweet shrimp with sea urchin sauce, grissini and prosciutto, bamboo shoots and yellowtail, and Tanba Jidori chicken ham. The freshly baked focaccia was served steaming hot, which was exciting. For pasta, I chose the shrimp and spring cabbage in cream sauce. The sauce was light, and the shrimp was tender and the cabbage had a subtle sweetness. My friend had the spaghetti with sea bream and kujo negi, which looked delicious as well. The dessert platter was also fantastic with apple and red wine cake, tiramisu, mango semifreddo, and chocolate cake. The mango semifreddo was a standout for me! Overall, it was a very satisfying lunch experience at this townhouse Italian restaurant that caters to both solo diners and large groups. I am curious about their evening menu and would love to visit again.

We ordered a glass of Tramonti Friulano white wine and Quorale Rosé from Tuscany at a machiya in Kyoto. For our à la carte dishes, we ordered the Il Pozzo salad, grilled Kyoto eggplant and shiitake mushroom marinade, and basil and tomato pizza. Each dish had a light seasoning that paired well with the wine. The pizza had a good texture and fresh ingredients. The vegetables were flavorful after being grilled and marinated.

Located in Nishitoinin Takakura, this restaurant offers a 3600 yen lunch set which includes: 5 types of appetizers, salad, focaccia, choice of pasta (from 3 options), choice of main course (meat or fish), dessert, and a drink. I ordered the braised cheek meat for my main course, which was tender and delicious. The portion sizes were modest, but just right to keep me satisfied without feeling too full for the afternoon work ahead. The dimly lit interior provided a soothing atmosphere with a view of the greenery in the courtyard. The restroom, located facing the courtyard with a glass door, was a nice touch. Stepping outside, I was greeted by the bright sunshine between the rainy spells of the season.

I had lunch on Nishioji-dori after the rain. The spaghetti was very delicious, especially the tomato sauce. The pasta lunch was only 1200 yen, which is a great deal. When you stray a bit off the main streets from Shijo Kawaramachi to Shijo Karasuma, you'll find some interesting restaurants. Especially on Nishioji-dori, Ayakoji-dori, and Takatsuji-dori, it's like a gourmet city in Kyoto. The east-west roads are more interesting, I think.

I used it for Christmas dinner. Everything looked delicious and I wanted to order too much, but when I ordered, I was advised on how much was an appropriate amount, so I was able to eat just the right amount deliciously (^○^) The Acqua Pazza had a big deep-sea fish on top, which was satisfying to eat and delicious!

Before the pandemic, I had been to this restaurant a few times, but I recently had the chance to go again after a long time. I always had the impression that the food was really delicious, but when I went back after a while, I was surprised by how tasty it was! However, there were a few moments where a new staff member was scolded quite harshly, which was disappointing. Kindness is the most important thing, I believe. I want both us customers and the staff to be genuinely smiling. If they can achieve that, it would be a perfect five-star rating. But the food was really delicious!!

I visited around 11:40 on Sunday. It was crowded. I had the Pranzo A set for 1200 yen, which included salad, focaccia, and pasta of the day. It was very delicious☆ I want to come back again☆ The Dolce assortment was available for an additional charge.

We enjoyed delicious dishes in a stylish and cozy atmosphere with an antique interior that preserved the traditional machiya architecture. The appetizers were especially delicious, with some new dishes that we had never tried before. We were so impressed that we wanted to learn how to make them ourselves. We will definitely visit again!

This was my first time visiting this restaurant located between Karasuma and Omiya. Despite it being a weekday, the place was packed! On this visit, I had the following dishes: an assortment of 9 appetizers, lobster in tomato cream sauce, freshly picked seasonal vegetables with bagna cauda, and café au lait. Everything was incredibly delicious! I went with some gourmet friends this time, and even though this place seems to be their regular spot, the food was outstanding! The appetizer assortment was amazing, especially the daikon mousse on top. The lobster in tomato cream sauce was a definite winner, with a rich lobster flavor. The bagna cauda, a friend's recommendation, was packed with vegetables and left us feeling very satisfied. If you visit this restaurant, be sure to try the appetizer assortment and bagna cauda! We made a reservation for 8:00 PM this time, and the restaurant closes at 10:00 PM, so we didn't have much time to eat everything, but I definitely want to come back and enjoy a leisurely meal next time!

In late April, I went to an Italian restaurant located down the street from Sanjo Nishidoin. I had lunch here with some women. The exterior of the restaurant looked like a typical small townhouse, but the interior was amazing. The chic wooden floor led to a courtyard bathed in natural light at the back, where the green of the trees was dazzling, and the red leaves in the distance created a mysterious contrast. The windows were open due to the nice weather, and I couldn't help but peek inside to admire the beauty. The lunch I had in this lovely space was the B course for 1,800 yen (excluding tax). It included a platter of 9 appetizers, focaccia, pasta of the day, dessert mix, and coffee or tea. The volume and beauty of the assorted appetizers were overwhelming. Each flavor complemented the others perfectly, providing a satisfying experience even with just a little bit of each. The pasta of the day included options like spaghetti with fruit tomato and cheese (oil-based), Neapolitan-style with bell pepper and sausage, and cream sauce with Tanba Jidori chicken and porcini mushrooms. I chose the Neapolitan-style with bell pepper and sausage, which was also delicious. The amount of bell pepper was moderate, but the sausage was plentiful, giving the dish a nice volume. The thin pasta combined with the sauce had a sticky texture that I enjoyed. The dessert mix included tiramisu, gateau chocolat, cheesecake, and berry sauce cake, allowing you to savor each flavor in small portions. The elegant presentation and delicate sweetness of each dessert delighted the women and me. Overall, the high satisfaction of the dishes, the calming atmosphere, and the opportunity to relax after work made this restaurant highly recommended. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Today is a holiday. I had lunch at an Italian restaurant called Il Pozzo in Kyoto, Karasuma Nishi-Doin. The restaurant has a stylish atmosphere with a traditional townhouse feel. I went with two other people, and we all chose the 1,800 yen course. We each picked a different pasta from the three options available, which worked out well. The course started with a delicious assortment of appetizers. The flavors were a bit rich, maybe catering to those who enjoy wine with lunch on holidays. I was tempted to have some wine too, but I had to resist since I was driving.

I visited around 11:30 on a Sunday in March. It had been a while since my last visit. I was worried that I hadn't made a reservation, so lunch might not be possible... but I decided to go anyway. Luckily, I was able to be seated in a tatami room until 12:30. It was almost full by 12:00. Truly a popular restaurant. Next time, I will make sure to make a reservation. Thank you for the meal.

Two girls used the restaurant for a year-end party. The total cost for two people including Bagna Cauda, assorted appetizers, pasta, and two drinks was 5800 yen. Review of the dishes ordered: Bagna Cauda: The amount of vegetables was good, but the sauce was too separated and there was significantly less sauce compared to the amount of vegetables, which was disappointing. Assorted appetizers: The variety was good and it was fun to try different things. The service was impressive as they noticed I was pregnant and replaced the raw items for me. Pasta Genovese: The taste was very delicious, and they served it by dividing it into two portions for us. Overall, the atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice, perfect for a girls' night out. My friend and I were both happy to finally try this place and enjoyed our experience. The service was attentive, from accommodating our seating request to the thoughtful gesture of dividing the pasta for us. We left the restaurant feeling very satisfied with both the food and the service.

Everything was delicious. My mother and I always go for course meals, but this time we ordered a la carte dishes that we wanted to try, and they were all fresh and tasty. The restaurant and staff were very nice, and my mother said, "I want to come back again!" Tomorrow is my mother's birthday, and my father, who has trouble walking, asked me to take my mother out for dinner, so she was very happy and I was also pleased. I hope to visit again soon.

It was a stylish interior! #ilpozzo #Italian #Kyoto #Nishinotoindori #foodgram

This was my second visit since February, and the atmosphere inside the restaurant is excellent. The staff are friendly and accommodating to our orders. The food was delicious once again. I definitely want to come back to this restaurant.

I made a reservation only for a table, but they were very accommodating when we decided to order the course menu on the same day. The food was also very delicious.

The atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice. It was my first time experiencing Italian cuisine in a sunken kotatsu setting, which I found to be quite charming. The warmth at my feet alone made me feel happy. The assorted appetizers and the bagna cauda were both delicious and generously portioned. I visited with friends to celebrate a wedding, but there were also many families dining, making it a cozy place to be. I would like to visit again in the future.

I was planning to go eat pizza as the main dish, but since it was a authentic Italian restaurant, I ended up ordering some appetizers as well. Everything was incredibly delicious. Each dish paired very well with the wine.

The calm Kyoto-style Italian restaurant served a delicious and reasonably priced lunch.

Surprisingly, the meat dishes at this restaurant are delicious. The beef cheek was very tender. The pasta was also quite tasty. The desserts were decent.