English
Xiao Xiao
Kyoto
Chinese
Xiao Xiao Description
Located in Kyoto, Xiao Xiao is a unique and authentic Cantonese-style roast meat restaurant. With a menu that showcases the flavors of Hong Kong, this restaurant offers a culinary experience that is rarely found in Japan. The standout dish at Xiao Xiao is their specialty, the oven-roasted duck. Prepared by a chef who trained in Hong Kong for four years, the duck is cooked to perfection in a dedicated oven, resulting in a dish that is simply exquisite.
In addition to the roast duck, Xiao Xiao also offers a variety of other Cantonese dishes that are sure to delight your taste buds. Their lunch menu is particularly popular, with the meat combo being a favorite among diners. The à la carte options are also extensive, making Xiao Xiao a great choice for a casual lunch or even a leisurely afternoon drink. To complement the delicious food, the restaurant offers a wide selection of wines and sake, including locally produced natural wines and homemade lemonade.
The restaurant itself is a stylish and cozy space, with a calm and inviting atmosphere. As you enter, you'll be greeted by the iconic owl sign, which serves as a symbol of Xiao Xiao's hidden gem status. Nestled in a quiet residential area, this restaurant is a perfect spot for those seeking a sophisticated dining experience away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether you're a fan of Cantonese cuisine or simply looking to try something new, Xiao Xiao is a must-visit destination for food lovers in Kyoto.
In addition to the roast duck, Xiao Xiao also offers a variety of other Cantonese dishes that are sure to delight your taste buds. Their lunch menu is particularly popular, with the meat combo being a favorite among diners. The à la carte options are also extensive, making Xiao Xiao a great choice for a casual lunch or even a leisurely afternoon drink. To complement the delicious food, the restaurant offers a wide selection of wines and sake, including locally produced natural wines and homemade lemonade.
The restaurant itself is a stylish and cozy space, with a calm and inviting atmosphere. As you enter, you'll be greeted by the iconic owl sign, which serves as a symbol of Xiao Xiao's hidden gem status. Nestled in a quiet residential area, this restaurant is a perfect spot for those seeking a sophisticated dining experience away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether you're a fan of Cantonese cuisine or simply looking to try something new, Xiao Xiao is a must-visit destination for food lovers in Kyoto.
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Xiao Xiao Overview
Access
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5 minute walk from Kyobashi Shichijo Station (Keihan Line)
15 minute walk from Kyoto Station (JR Line)
Operating Hours
Sun: Closed
Mon: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Tue: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Wed: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Thur: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Fri: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Sat: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Mon: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Tue: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Wed: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Thur: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Fri: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Sat: 12:00PM-3:00PM, 5:00PM-9:00PM
Payment Methods
Cash, Visa, Master Card, AMEX, JCB
Restaurant Features
Home Delivery
Take-out Available
Reservations Accepted
Family-friendly
Non-smoking
Sake Selection
Stylish Interior
Xiao Xiao Reviews
Xiao Xiao Google Average Rating
4.2
4
Google
Ordered the 3 types of meat (roast duck/char siu/ roast pork) + rice & soup, 2 types of meat (roast duck / roast pork) + rice & soup and shrimp dumpling. Good flavour with nice charred to the roast duck.
Duck seems to be smoked/cured before finishing over a yakiniku type of charcoal grill. More of a leaner type of duck and texture will be on the drier & tougher side. Overall, the flavour is good.
The char siu and roast pork tasted great, especially the char siu. The marination for the char siu is good with nicr meat to fat ratio! As for roast pork, skin is cripsy but the fat is slightly too much that gave it a greasy feel. Will be great if there are slightly more meat to the roast pork.
For the shrimp dumpling with cilantro, the sauce seems to be of an acidic (vinegar) base mixed with some sugar and chilli oil. Meat fillings in the dumpling seasoned with cumin (i think?) which is slightly overpowering the original flavour.
Other interesting items on the menu such as beef noodles, claypot rice and some ala carte dishes.. will pop by when i have cantonese/taiwanese cravings again!
Duck seems to be smoked/cured before finishing over a yakiniku type of charcoal grill. More of a leaner type of duck and texture will be on the drier & tougher side. Overall, the flavour is good.
The char siu and roast pork tasted great, especially the char siu. The marination for the char siu is good with nicr meat to fat ratio! As for roast pork, skin is cripsy but the fat is slightly too much that gave it a greasy feel. Will be great if there are slightly more meat to the roast pork.
For the shrimp dumpling with cilantro, the sauce seems to be of an acidic (vinegar) base mixed with some sugar and chilli oil. Meat fillings in the dumpling seasoned with cumin (i think?) which is slightly overpowering the original flavour.
Other interesting items on the menu such as beef noodles, claypot rice and some ala carte dishes.. will pop by when i have cantonese/taiwanese cravings again!
5
Google
Very nice place. The waiter speaks English 😊. The food was very duck. Specialized in grilled meat. We tried the pork and the chicken.
4
Google
I visited for lunch.
I was a student 30 years ago, and it was the first time in 30 years that I came to this area, but I felt less nervous and felt the passage of time.
This shop is located on such a street.
It was lovely. It was lunch, so I just had a delicious meal and went home, but I thought it would be a good restaurant to go to and get familiar with the community.
It was also a store I wanted to stop by.
Lunch was also delicious! Authentic!
I was a student 30 years ago, and it was the first time in 30 years that I came to this area, but I felt less nervous and felt the passage of time.
This shop is located on such a street.
It was lovely. It was lunch, so I just had a delicious meal and went home, but I thought it would be a good restaurant to go to and get familiar with the community.
It was also a store I wanted to stop by.
Lunch was also delicious! Authentic!
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