Near Kawaramachi Matsubara, I finished my errands and headed for a slightly late lunch. This place is open all day. The exterior is an old-fashioned Western-style restaurant. Inside, there was one other customer, an elderly couple perhaps. They greeted me warmly, "Please come in." The menu offers lunch sets, omurice, tonkatsu, and more. I ordered the tonkatsu set B with a large portion of rice. Even while waiting, time seemed to pass by leisurely. The tonkatsu was crispy. The taste was indeed delicious, though not outstandingly amazing. But there was something nice about it, the atmosphere. The bill came to exactly 1,000 yen, and when the owner said, "Here you go, exactly," the wife or daughter (I understood) jokingly remarked, "Exactly, huh," and it was quite endearing. There may be other restaurants with better taste and portions, but this place has a lovely atmosphere that makes you want to come back.

Today, on a substitute holiday, I went to "Masuya" with my son. It had been over 10 years since the last time we visited when my son was in elementary school. Even though we pass by the place every week when walking the dog, time flies by so quickly. As we entered, I ordered the nostalgic "Lunch B with extra rice for 950 yen", while my son ordered the "Pork Cutlet Curry for 650 yen". The dishes were served on silver plates, giving off a retro vibe that I loved. The Lunch B included hamburger, shrimp fry, piccata, ham, macaroni salad, vegetables, and a cut apple. The presentation was wonderful, and the taste was as great as I remembered. My son mentioned that the curry was delicious but the portion was a bit small. As we left, we were warmly bid farewell by the owners. Next time, I will bring my daughters along. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I visited around 1:00 pm. There are 7 seats at the counter. There were 3 groups of customers before me and 1 group after me. Depending on the timing, it may be full even outside of peak hours. The restaurant has a sophisticated atmosphere. It is evident that they are dedicated to cleaning and cooking. They have a variety of dishes and two types of combination plates. I ordered the 850 yen B set. The food arrived in about 5 minutes. It included hamburger, shrimp fry, piccata, ham salad, and Neapolitan pasta. Soup is available for an additional charge (70 yen). The hamburger had a strong umami flavor. The sauce was mildly sweet and had a deep taste, giving it an adult-like feel. There was no oily smell in the fried dishes. The high level of cooking provided at this restaurant is not something you would expect from its appearance. It seems to be a place appreciated by those who understand good food.

Today, I was working near Shijo-Karasuma and my lunch break was at 3 o'clock, which was past the usual lunchtime. I found a Nakau restaurant nearby on Google Maps and headed there. On the way, I saw a sign for bento boxes on Takakura Street... Suddenly, I stumbled upon Masya-san, a popular local diner in a back alley. The restaurant had a nostalgic charm, with sepia-colored displays outside. Inside, the staff were having their meal, but still took my order for the B lunch set. The place quickly filled up with regular customers, showcasing its family-run charm. In just 5 minutes, my meal arrived - a large portion of rice, a plate with hamburger, salad, macaroni, shrimp fry, and more. The presentation was beautiful, and each dish was delicious and meticulously prepared. The mini hamburger was especially tasty. The neighboring customer was enjoying an omelette rice, which looked irresistible. The menu also had "yakimeshi" written on it, so I'm sure their yakimeshi is also great. I've found another great restaurant! Highly recommended! Thank you for the meal! #Masya #DeliciousDiner #CozyAtmosphere #Gourmet #GourmetInstagram #ConnectingWithFoodLovers #ConnectingWithSetMealLovers #RichLunchMenu #DinerInstagram #ConnectingWithOmeletteRiceLovers #InstagrammableDiner #DeliciousHamburger #PhotoOfMasyaInKyoto #ConnectingWithHamburgerLovers #KyotoCity #KyotoGourmet #ShijoStation #TakakuraStreet #KyotoPrefectureGourmet #DeliciousShrimpFry #Japan #Kyoto #Gourmet #JapaneseFood #PopularDiner

It's Kyoto. Located in Gojo, a little up from Matsubara Street, this shop is here. I missed having lunch on the day I visited... What should I eat? The first thing that came to mind was this place. Will I make it in time? Is it open? With a pounding heart, I hurried to the shop and saw a bright red flag saying "fresh bento," which made me ecstatic. I happily entered the shop. The time was a bit awkward, so there were no other guests inside. Boldly, I sat in the middle of the counter, like a VIP. I ordered the hamburger I had been craving for, along with a beer. I also ordered Salad B. There were two types of salads, A and B, and B was 100 yen more expensive. When I asked the pretty girl at the shop about the difference, she said B comes with simmered dish and ham. Simmered dish... that sounded so appealing. First, a canned beer and glass were served. The canned beer turned out to be a light and easy-to-drink beer, but I would have preferred a proper beer. Next, Salad B arrived. It had plenty of boiled eggs (simmered dish), mayonnaise with mild acidity, rabbit-shaped apple cuts, ham, cucumber, macaroni salad, and more. It was quite voluminous and generous for the price. I started eating the salad and drinking beer, then the long-awaited hamburger arrived. The hamburger was slightly smaller than I expected, but for 600 yen (tax included), it was more than enough. It came with macaroni salad and apple cuts. The omelette next to the hamburger was fluffy and soft, with a gentle taste. The hamburger was rich in butter, paired perfectly with what seemed to be homemade brown sauce, and was very delicious. The spaghetti with ketchup sautéed on the side was also very nostalgic and had a taste that people of my generation couldn't resist. I definitely want to visit again when I'm nearby. By the time I left, the place was suddenly filled with customers. It seems to be a popular spot with a strong local following.

Lunch at Masuya. Hamburger + curry rice + soup. I prefer this quiet space above all else. I want to enjoy a peaceful and quiet time during a meal alone. The lady next to me topped her fried rice with ham cutlet, and I thought, "You go girl!" I also like that kind of stimulation.

I visited this restaurant after searching for a lunch spot. The old-fashioned atmosphere was lovely, with a small counter and the option to take out from outside. It was crowded during lunchtime, so I arrived at 1 pm. Despite the rain, the place was almost full. I managed to secure a seat. The menu had many delicious options, but I decided to go with the safe choice of the A lunch set. Served on a silver plate, it instantly lifted my spirits. The set included a small hamburger, fish fry, tartar sauce, ham, cabbage, macaroni salad, lemon wedge, and thinly sliced apple. I started with the salad and worked my way through the ham and hamburger. At this rate, I realized I would have some rice left over. It would have been nice to have some pickles to go with it. I managed to finish the rice by calculating the remaining side dishes. The combination was excellent, but I felt like the quantity and taste were a bit lacking. I was quite hungry, so a lighter meal would have sufficed. I hope to try their omurice next time. May the couple who run the restaurant be blessed!

Celebrating the appearance of Fukiaji. When it comes to Western-style restaurants south of Kyoto's Shijo, this is the first place that comes to mind. Today's menu features omurice and hamburger (à la carte). The hamburger is the reliable type that doesn't release meat juices. And the restaurant's specialty omurice is so delicious that you can't help but savor it deeply. The rice is cooked to perfection. A place where kind Kyoto residents enjoy Western cuisine every day. Everything is super delicious!

There is a Western-style restaurant near the site! I always get omurice or a Western set meal! The omurice is really delicious with the traditional ketchup rice with minced meat, not chicken rice! Today, I went with my wife! Thank you for the meal! ( ´ ▽ ` )ﾉ

Kyoto Cafe Tour... but of course, I also feel like eating some Japanese food. So, on my last visit to Kyoto, I couldn't enter a restaurant because it was closed, so I decided to give it another try! "Masuya" is a Western-style restaurant located near Shijo Station, in a residential area near Fukkoji Temple. The building has a nice feel to it, with a cool sign and cute displays. The sample dishes outside look great too. They also sell bento boxes for takeout. Inside, there are only about 7 counter seats. The menu is very reasonably priced, with items like omurice and curry for just 500 yen. I ordered the "Lunch B" that I saw in the sample case at the entrance. Despite the name, you can order it all day. "Lunch B" costs 760 yen and comes with a variety of dishes on a silver platter, including hamburger, shrimp fry, pork piccata, spaghetti, and salad. It's a plate full of everyone's favorite Western dishes. The hamburger was small but flavorful, the shrimp fry was crispy and hot, and the pork piccata was simply delicious. The salad included macaroni salad, ham, cucumber, sunny lettuce, cabbage, parsley, and a cute little rabbit made of apple. The ketchup spaghetti was a nice touch too. Overall, it was a delicious and enjoyable meal at a retro-style Western restaurant in a non-touristy area. The price was great too.

Visited around 12:30 on Saturday. Located a little below Bukko-ji in the middle of Kyoto city (Matsubara Takakura). The exterior looks like a take-out bento shop, but when you open the left door, you can eat at the counter inside. The counter has 7 seats, but it's quite small, so 5 people may be the limit. The lunch set B includes shrimp fry, a small hamburger, pork piccata, ham, and salad, a traditional and hearty Western meal. It was delicious. I think it's a miracle that this restaurant is still here in Kyoto at this time. You can come in wearing roomwear and slippers without feeling out of place. In fact, it adds to the charm. It was a manly dining room like that.

The other day, I brought home a bento and wanted to try eating at the Western-style restaurant Masuya. Today, I finally went there around 1 o'clock. The restaurant has only 7 counter seats and was empty when I arrived. I ordered the silver plate omurice for ¥500 with an extra ¥150 for a large portion, while my wife ordered the minced cutlet set. The omurice had a thin layer of egg, which I love, and the chef skillfully wrapped it around the ketchup rice. I was watching the open kitchen the whole time, and the ketchup rice had small pieces of beef in it. The minced cutlet set came with an omelet, spaghetti, macaroni salad, shredded cabbage, and thinly sliced sweet apple, all for only ¥600. The restaurant has a retro Showa era vibe from its appearance, interior, and prices. When I entered, I was lucky to find a seat, but when I left, it was full and there were people waiting outside.

It seems like a bento shop where you can also dine at the counter inside the store. For someone like me in the middle-aged generation, the Western food served on a silver plate felt like a treat, with a nostalgic taste as well as appearance. I ordered Lunch B without rice, and added omurice, ham cutlet, and consomme soup separately, and it still came to around 1220 yen. It's not very convenient as it's a bit far from the station, but I recommend it.

Omelette rice and hamburger steak. Both for 1000 yen. The ketchup rice in the omelette is unusual with beef in it. It has a strong flavor and can be eaten without ketchup. The egg is cooked just right. The hamburger is not a soft type, surprisingly has a good texture. The omelette rice was more delicious. The accompanying Napolitan pasta is tasty.

I visited because I heard it was cheap at 500 yen, and I wasn't expecting much, but I was surprised by how delicious the omurice was! The rice was coated in plenty of ketchup and it was really tasty. I will definitely come back again.

Today's lunch was at "Masuya", a Western-style restaurant located in Takakura Kamikura, Matsubara. The building itself looks very Showa era, with food samples displayed outside. The entrance on the left is narrow, while on the right there is a counter for receiving orders. The kitchen is spacious, but the seating area consists of an L-shaped counter with only 7 seats, which can get quite crowded. The menu prices are surprisingly high for a Western-style restaurant. I opted for the "Lunch B" priced at 760 yen. Many of the regular customers around me were sharing dishes like omurice, tonkatsu, and ebi fry. The food takes a while to be served, but that's typical for Western cuisine. The dishes arrived on silver plates, exuding a nostalgic Showa era vibe. The rice was also served on a plate. Each dish may seem small, but it's worth the price. The main dishes included hamburger steak, ebi fry, pork piccata, and roast ham. The portion was generous. The Napolitan spaghetti was thick and chewy, with parsley adding to the Showa era charm. The hamburger steak was flavorful with a rich demi-glace sauce. The ebi fry was also tasty, especially with the delicious tartar sauce. It seemed like many customers were getting takeout orders. As I left the restaurant, there was a line forming for takeout orders. This long-standing and affordable Western-style restaurant seems to be loved by the locals.

I visited this restaurant in March 2021 for lunch. It has a nostalgic Showa era atmosphere and is very reasonably priced. The interior has only counter seats, and it seems to be run by a husband and wife. We shared Lunch B for 760 yen, Omelette Rice for 500 yen, Tonkatsu B for 650 yen, Large Rice for 220 yen, and Consomme Soup for 60 yen for two people. Lunch B includes a variety of Western-style dishes such as shrimp fry, pork piccata, hamburger, red spaghetti, and salad. It comes with rice for only 750 yen, which is cheap. The taste is authentic Western cuisine. Of course, the tonkatsu was crispy and delicious. I saw the person next to me eating Omelette Rice, so I ordered it, and it was a genuine omelette rice for 500 yen. Delicious. The best. I wonder if they are really making a profit with these prices. I highly recommend it.

I visited the restaurant two weeks in a row in March 2021. It was lunchtime, so there were a lot of customers, including those getting takeout. I ordered Lunch B, which was served in just a few minutes. It included hamburger, shrimp fry, pork piccata, and more. Even the apple was shaped like a "rabbit". The hamburger wasn't juicy, but it was meaty and substantial. The shrimp fry was freshly fried. Overall, the taste was nostalgic and comforting. The food didn't feel like it was premade, and the warm dishes were served hot. Despite being busy, the smile from the owner at the end was lovely, even through the mask. I'd like to try other items on the menu in the future.

I was walking around on a weekend in February 2021, and I had been curious about this place for a while but never had the chance to visit. When I happened to pass by in the evening and saw that the shop was open, I couldn't resist going in. There were only about 6 counter seats surrounding the kitchen. The menu wasn't extensive, but it had a decent variety. I decided to order the omurice that day. The chef started by heating up the pan and cooking the filling, then added the rice, followed by the beaten eggs to create a beautiful omurice. The flavor was just right, a bit rich at first but not too heavy, and I finished it all without getting tired of it. It seemed like a husband and wife team was running the place. The chef worked quietly, but as I was leaving, they both showed me a lovely smile. The price for the food at this place with this taste was surprisingly cheap. I look forward to trying out the other items on the menu one by one. My expectations are high.

I happened to come across a bento shop while walking, and I had been curious about it for a while since I heard you can eat inside. So, I decided to visit for lunch. The food samples from 43 years ago give a sense of history. The small space with only 7 L-shaped seats exudes a nostalgic Showa era vibe. It seems like they haven't renovated since they opened in 1973, and it almost brings tears of nostalgia. An elderly couple seems to be running the place, and they are very kind. The variety of the menu shows their sincere desire to make customers happy. I ordered the minced cutlet set with a ham cutlet topping. It came with vegetable salad, boiled egg, macaroni salad, cut apple, and hidden in the photo but ketchup spaghetti, which was a paradise. The crispy cutlet was truly delicious. My wife ordered the Lunch B, which included shrimp fry, hamburger, pork piccata, ham vegetable salad, macaroni salad, and ketchup spaghetti. The hamburger had just the right amount of firmness and was very delicious. In this age where "fluffy and creamy" is highly praised, reflect on your past self while eating this hamburger.