Hyakushokuya

So we were told that they only serve 100 meals a day during lunch.

We went early, waited about 15 mins and got our seats. It wasn't a big restaurant, that's why seats are pretty limited.

Menu was easy as the options were quite fixed and standard. We were an English menu too.

Food wise, the beef bowl was not as great as I had hoped for. But for the price, I suppose this was it. A special garlic garnishing was provided to go with the beef and it turned out pretty tasty.

It was an open concept eatery so you could see the crew do their stuff. The counter ladies were doing a great job waiting, serving and cleaning.

If never been there, give it a shot. But I wouldn't travel out of my way just to eat there unless I'm nearby.

Amazing food, excellent value, definitely recommend to all my friends visiting kyoto 1000/10. If you're from the states and you're reading this then that's your sign to come. There are online reservations but just come around like 10-11 and pick up a ticket (tickets are handed out at 9:30, got mine at 9:15 out of pity). I recommend the steak over the hamburg.

Great for lunch and meat lovers … you can basically choose from 3 meals (bowl, separate ingredients or patty). This place is a 5 star review for a casual lunch place … it’s nothing super special, but very solid and tasty. Be aware of wait times during the peak hours (12-13:30) it’s much less busy form 13:30 onwards. Prices range from ¥1200-1500 p.person (you can always add more of course). We didn’t try the patty, which looks great and we would definitely try it another time - which means also, yes it’s recommended for lunch and it’s a definite come back place.