I visited the restaurant with my father for the first time. We ordered the Coquille Saint-Jacques set and the Hamburg set. Both dishes were delicious, with the Hamburg being tender and flavorful, and the Coquille Saint-Jacques having a rich and creamy sauce. The miso soup and pickles were also tasty. I would love to visit this restaurant again in the future.

A Western-style restaurant with a view of the World Heritage Site Toji Temple's five-story pagoda from the front. The signature dish at Le Blanc is "Grive," a Russian dish served in a pot with mushroom cream sauce inside, topped with bread dough instead of pie crust and baked in the oven. It takes about 20 minutes to prepare the piping hot Grive. It is easy to eat as it doesn't crumble like pie crust and the taste is not overpowering. I finished it in no time while blowing on it. The daily lunch special was "Beef and Vegetable Sauté," with the meat cut to a thickness that prevents it from becoming tough when cooked, resulting in deliciously sautéed meat and vegetables. The homemade kelp tsukudani served on the side was soft and perfectly seasoned. The "Chef's Homemade Custard Pudding" was a nostalgic tasting pudding. It was rich and firm, transforming into a sharp adult pudding with the addition of caramel. The staff at the restaurant were friendly and the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming.

Today, I visited a Western-style restaurant near my workplace for the first time. There was only one other customer (well, it was before noon). I had the daily lunch special, which was sautéed shrimp and vegetables. It came with miso soup and hijiki seaweed. I felt like it was a bit lacking for lunch. It cost 800 yen.

My husband and I finally had some time together, so we decided to visit this restaurant that I've been wanting to try for a while. We were torn between the daily lunch special with Grivy combo for ¥2050 and the fluffy omelette-topped hamburger lunch for ¥1800. In the end, we decided to share both. The Grivy, according to the chef, is something unique that you can't find in other restaurants. Instead of the usual pie crust, it had a slightly sweet bread crust that complemented the creamy mushroom stew perfectly. The hamburger lunch came with a soup set, and the borscht soup with beets, bacon, tomatoes, and chunks of potatoes was delicious. Mixing in the sour cream added another level of flavor. The hamburger itself had a perfect texture with a fluffy omelette on top. The sauce paired well with it, making it hard to stop eating. We had a great time chatting with the friendly couple who run the restaurant and enjoyed the heartwarming service. We will definitely be back!

The other day, I celebrated my niece's entrance to school. We had a course meal and the hamburger was particularly delicious, fluffy and tasty.

I ordered the fluffy omurice and the chef's special beef curry. While waiting, I passed the time playing with a puzzle ring. The dishes were carefully prepared and the flavors were excellent. The owner of the restaurant was very friendly, and the atmosphere made me feel like I was back in the Showa era. Although the location is not very convenient for me personally, I would love to visit again if I have the chance.

Omelette rice is delicious! ✨

I used it for a work-related summer party. It seems to be a 5000 yen course. Amuse-bouche of fish, amuse-bouche of meat, bisque, Grivé (pot-roasted cream of mushrooms), wine-steamed flounder (wine mousse) ... looking at the photos, there seems to be one more meat dish. Oh well. The chef is talkative and likes to chat. Grivé is a Russian dish, but it becomes French cuisine when the lid is made of pie dough. There are only three places in Kyoto that serve this dish, such as <Kiev>. Curry takes three days to prepare. All the dishes are carefully made. The signature dish, Grivé, may indeed be rare, but it doesn't have an exceptional taste. The wine-steamed flounder also has a slightly interesting mousse flavor, but it's not that memorable. Unfamiliar genre of cuisine, unfamiliar course meal. I apologize for not being able to review it well. Past reviews are filled with harsh criticism, but personally, I don't think it's that bad. However, I can somewhat understand the feelings of those who gave such ratings.

During lunchtime, while walking around, I stumbled upon a restaurant with a lunch menu. It seems they also offer courses for dinner. The sign says "All sauces are homemade"... which gives it an authentic Western-style restaurant vibe. Homemade sauces are always a plus. Inside, there are a few seats at the counter, giving off a Western-style restaurant atmosphere. Further inside, there is a table that can accommodate about 8 people, making it suitable for parties. I would definitely consider coming here for dinner as well! However, the place seemed a bit cluttered with magazines and toys scattered around, and the background music was from a radio. As for the lunch menu, they offered a variety of options such as oyster fry, borscht, and hot pot udon. The blackboard outside also mentioned hamburgers and a daily special lunch (ginger pork). The hamburger, which is said to be one of the best dishes here, was disappointing. It lacked the meaty texture and tasted more like a mushy filling, resembling steamed dumplings. The ginger pork lunch set was served cold and lacked flavor. The omelette on top of it was the only saving grace. Overall, the experience was underwhelming despite the restaurant's emphasis on homemade sauces.

I visited the restaurant at a late hour, so we were the only customers. The wife seemed to be sewing something at the counter, which made me feel a bit uncomfortable as I don't like mixing work and personal life. I was prepared for the husband to start a conversation based on reviews I had read. We ordered hamburger, shrimp fry, mentaiko pasta, and griffi? The shrimp fry was a bit disappointing as it was headless instead of what was shown in the picture. The sauce was very tasty though. The pasta was just average, nothing special. I wouldn't go out of my way to order it again. The griffi? was explained to be wrapped in bread dough instead of pie dough, and it was decently tasty. The hamburger was moist and tender, which I liked but my companion didn't seem to enjoy as much. The husband explained the cooking process, giving off an air of "I'll teach you something special" about common knowledge that most cooks would already know. He talked a lot, making it hard to ignore, and my companion eventually stopped responding, leaving me to carry the conversation alone, which was a bit tiring. There were table seats in the back, but for two people, the counter seemed more appropriate. If you want to have a leisurely chat with your companion, this may not be the best place. The bill was surprisingly high, more than I had expected.

I found a highly rated izakaya called Tameshiteya in a minor area when searching for a place to eat near the tenth district. Unfortunately, it was already full when I called to make a reservation. So, I decided to head towards the Kujo area where I stumbled upon this Western-style restaurant near the Goju-no-to of To-ji Temple. The friendly restaurant had a counter and eight table seats in the back. I followed the recommendation to try the assorted appetizers, which included cod milt, conger eel, octopus, Tanba black beans, spinach quiche, marinated sea bream, roast beef from black-haired Wagyu, and separately served Camembert cheese crackers and salmon marinated dish. It was quite a spread. After finishing the beer, I tried this year's Beaujolais Nouveau and then a half bottle of 2007 Pouilly-Fuisse. The owner of the restaurant is a great storyteller, but his non-stop talking, although entertaining at first, became a bit overwhelming towards the end. In the midst of his talk, he recommended trying the Russian classic dish, Cream Stew in a Pot. The dish is baked in the oven with bread dough as a hot lid. The bread dough was soft and fluffy, perfect for dipping in the stew. It was delicious, and the unique presentation in a small pot resembling a Japanese pickled plum jar was quite amusing. I also tried the sautéed spinach with a hint of garlic, chicken karaage with plum meat, and a complimentary flavor-filled fried chicken recommended by the chef. Overall, the restaurant had high-quality dishes, but the slightly overpowering saltiness was a minor issue. The fluffy omelette rice from the lunch menu also caught my attention and is something I would like to try next time.

I finally visited a restaurant called "Le Blanc" on the right side of the one-way street towards Toji Temple from the intersection of Tenjin-cho. The restaurant offers a daily lunch special, and I decided to try the "Hamburger Lunch" for 1,400 yen. The restaurant has 11 counter seats and a large table in the back that can accommodate about 8 people. The chef and what seemed to be his wife were running the place. The clientele was mostly elderly, enjoying their meals at the counter. The chef was friendly and talkative. After about 20 minutes, my meal arrived. The hamburger was made with meat from a local butcher shop, and while it was decent, it didn't stand out in terms of flavor. The meal included a simple salad, soup, rice, and pickles. The rice, made with new crop Koshihikari rice, was delicious, especially when topped with the complimentary hijiki seaweed. Overall, the food was average but a bit pricey for the portion size. The service was attentive, which was appreciated. I would rate it 3.5 stars out of 5.

I went to a Western-style restaurant in my neighborhood after returning to Kyoto. I ordered the Gratin lunch set, while my husband ordered the Cheese Cutlet lunch set. The Gratin was baked with a bechamel sauce with mushrooms and bread dough on top, and it was delicious and piping hot. Today's lunch set was Cold Chicken, but I felt like the portion was a bit small. It came with a peach cake dessert and a drink for 2000 yen, which seemed a bit pricey. My husband's Cheese Cutlet had lots of cheese inside and paired well with the tangy tomato sauce. It came with rice, bisque, and salad for around 1500 yen. The owner of the restaurant was very friendly, making it a welcoming place for first-time visitors!

I have used this restaurant several times and went for dinner for the first time. It seems to be run by a couple, giving off a vibe of a mom and pop shop. The interior has a counter and a room for about 8 people in the back. There were many mini-course menus to choose from, including options like meat and fish. I decided to go with their highly recommended hamburger steak, which came with salad, soup, and appetizers. The main hamburger steak was truly delicious. In between courses, the owner talked about his passion and dedication to meat, which added to the overall experience. Keep up the good work and thank you for the delicious meal!

On this day, a group of 8 people visited the restaurant unexpectedly. The interior had a counter at the front and a table seating for 10 at the back. We were seated at the table. We started with a toast with wine or beer! Since there were only a few full bottles available, we were served whatever was on hand. For food, we ordered: - Pizza (850 yen): Wow, this pizza is delicious! The crispy texture and rich flavor are just to my liking. - Hamburger Steak (980 yen) with an egg (50 yen): The unique texture of this hamburger was a new experience for me. The owner/chef explained that the way it was prepared was different from traditional methods, resulting in this texture. - Grivy/Tsubo-Yaki Creamed Wood Mushroom (950 yen): A perfectly round dish arrived! Apparently, there are only 5 restaurants in Japan that serve this. It looks like a pie but it's actually bread. When you open it with a spoon, a wonderful aroma comes out. However, the bread is quite firm, so you can't break it like a pie. The owner suggested tearing it with your hands after breaking a bit. This was a dish to savor the bread. The cream was light, complementing the bread. Overall, every dish seemed to be made with great care. The talkative owner/chef was also very passionate! (laughs)

I stopped by because I had been curious for a while. It's close to Toji Temple, but it faces a one-way street, so many people may not know about it. The interior has counter seats and tables in the back. I recommend sitting at the counter as you can see the kitchen. The chatty owner explains how the dishes are made while cooking, so the kids were fascinated. The taste is like slightly modified Western food. They offer a la carte and course meals, so it's fun to go with a large group and compare dishes. The only downside is that there is only parking space for one car.