Meat Kappo Yassan

Meat dish restaurant · Kyoto-shi

Meat Kappo Yassan

Meat dish restaurant · Kyoto-shi

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347 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan

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Renowned meat kappo, omakase style, raw beef sashimi.  

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347 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan Get directions

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347 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan Get directions

+81 75 541 9666
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¥10,000+

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Yassan

"Yassan is a meat kappo of long renown. The shop is busy night after night, filling up as soon as the shop curtain is posted outside. Staff use German as a sort of code, calling tongue ‘Zunge’, heart ‘Herz’, stomach ‘Magen’ and so on. The practice began at a time when many of its regulars were German physicians. ‘Yassan’ is an affectionate contraction of the restaurant’s original owner-chef’s name, ‘Yasuo-san’. Calabashes hang from the rafters around the counter, recalling that Yasuo-san liked sake in these gourds." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/kyoto-region/kyoto/restaurant/yassan
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cihan acar

Google
This restaurant is a true gem, standing as a testament to family tradition. It's been around for decades and is lovingly run by a grandmother, her daughter, grandson, and granddaughter. I had one of the most uniquely memorable dining experiences of my life here. The restaurant operates in an omakase style, meaning they serve dish by dish, They begin with sashimi-style raw beef. If you're unfamiliar with or hesitant about raw meat, this might not be the best choice. However, we thoroughly enjoyed it; the quality of the meat and the preparation process were pure art and dedication. To truly appreciate the experience, familiarity with Japanese culture and language is definitely recommended, as it's the whole experience, not just the food, that makes this place so unique. We lived in Japan before, so it was not an issue for us but it might not be as straightforward for everyone if you do not speak Japanese. I noticed that most of the customers are regulars, and the staff treats them like family. Even though it was our first time, they were super friendly. They came over to talk to us and kindly answered any questions we had. We visited in the afternoon and then returned before 6 PM, and they were kind enough to accommodate us for dinner that same day. We truly appreciated the experience, the food, and their friendship; it was a highlight of our trip. I highly highly recommend this restaurant, they deserve it. I look forward to visiting again.

Ziyu Qing

Google
If you don’t speak Japanese, it’s difficult to eat in this place, there’s no menu, but you constantly need to pick items from the options the owner offers. Otherwise the food is delicious, beef sashimi especially. It’s also pricy, and you won’t know how much each item costs, you will be immersed in authentic Japanese cuisine and dining experience. Again, if you don’t speak the language, it can be challenging and feels unwelcoming.

Bahanur ENİŞ

Google
Well I can’t review food or service unfourtunately because this restaurant is only for Japanese speakers. I can understand this rule and can’t judge that for sure, hovewer it can be great if there is a sign or note about it (e.g. this restaurant is Japanese speakers only, thank you for your understanding). Because we waited around 40 mins front of the restaurant with heavy rain and somehow we got inside but after a few strange “what are they doing here” looks and some one told us.

Sophia Chen

Google
First the server said welcome, and then I believe when they realized that I’m a foreigner, the server says sorry we are for reservation only, and that I need to contact them 1 month in advance. Please let me know if the rule is not just against foreigners, as I checked the review says I can’t make any reservation for the counter.

Bruce Pitre

Google
Refused us because we are with Kids.

佐藤

Google
創業昭和23年、食べログ脅威の4.11の安参(やっさん)。 京都在住の友人と一緒に平日の開店20分前から並んで、前に6人待ちでした!3名以上であれば2階の座敷席を予約できるみたいです。 メニューはなく、お任せで肉料理を提供してくれます。 お腹いっぱいになったら言えば量を調整してくれるので安心! 卓上の大量のネギとからしは自由に使えます。 最初はタンの刺身、ハツの刺身、赤身の刺身、ミノの湯引きなど新鮮そのもののお刺身が続きます。最初のタンから美味しすぎて言葉を失いました〜〜今まで食べたことないタンでした🥩 しかし刺身類は写真撮影禁止。 なので焼き物の写真のみです〜! 焼き物は数種類から選べて、タンとレバーに。タンは薄いのに柔らかく絶妙な塩レモン加減。 レバーぷりっぷりでうんっま〜〜!!山椒が振ってあってとっても合っていました。 〆のほろほろの肉の煮込み料理にはバケットをつけてくれました。 敷居の高いお店かと緊張していましたが初めての私たちにも外まで見送ってくださり、とても素敵な家族経営のお店でした☺️ ご馳走様でした〜!

肩ロース

Google
2025/6/6 2人で合計31000円 料理は美味しいですが、あまり楽しくありませんでした。完全に店のペースでオーダーを聞かれ提供にも時間がかかります。メニューや値段の表記がなく高いことも事前に承知していましたのでそこに文句はありませんが、料理提供の間隔が長く何も食べずにいる時間が長いです。外国人客はいなく、常連客は楽しそうでした。繰り返しになりますが料理は美味しいです。これが最高の体験だと思えるように私が成長できるまでリピートはないです。 テールスープ山芋 きゅうり 刺身3品(写真撮影不可) サラダ かいわれ巻き ハラミタレ テールと煮込みちょっとずつ 瓶ビール ジンジャーエール

ロッシ

Google
10年以上前に一度来たことがあり、その時の感動が忘れられず再訪! 開店50分くらい前に並んで12人の待ちが出ており13人目。 最初に突き出しのきゅうりが。 前回訪問時も刺身から始まりました。 その刺身を食べにきたのでビールを飲みながら刺身を心待ちに…。 目の前で色の良い牛タンがバンバン捌かれていく姿は圧巻ですね。 そして牛タンのお刺身が甘醤油で登場! タン元の部分で、程よく脂がのっていてとても美しい! うん。とっても美味しい! これが食べたかったんだよね。 そして牛ハツ刺し! うまい! ここまでで既に大満足です。 その後サーロインのかいわれ巻きや、牛テールや、ハラミ焼きなどとても美味しかったです。 ただ、多分韓国人?のお客さんが刺身の写真を撮っていて、撮るんじゃねえって言ってんだろ。 と怒っていたのは怖かったかな。 ご馳走様でした。