Reviews List
English Reviews (Reviews Total Language : 64 reviews)
“What a guy, what a place, what an experience ”
What a fabulous chef, his warmth, humour, and culinary skills second to none, as if we were guests in his home. As non-Japanese speakers, we were a novelty, but we were made to feel special and part of his culture due to the intimate setting. We will never forget him.
Visited March 2024
“The Emperor has no clothes”
Each course was more disappointing than the last. Nothing appeared to be freshly prepared. Delightful staff couldn’t compensate for the feeling of being held hostage to endless unattractive food. Even the steak was chewy. Sorry.
Visited February 2023
“Wouldn't let me dine because I'm a foreign national "because you look foreign, others will become nervous during corona"”
I speak Japanese and live in Japan. They confirmed they had space in April 2020, but prior to accepting my booking, asked: "are you gaikokujin (foreigner)?" Upon confirming I was, but that I live in Japan, they responded - shockingly - "sorry, but we cannot serve you; due to corona, other customer...s will become nervous and uncomfortable if they see you”. I am a mega foodie and eat at a lot of Michelins and other high end spots (at least once a week), mostly in Tokyo but also throughout Japan; not once have I been turned away because of my nationality, including during the Corona outbreak -- until Sojiki Nakahigashi.
Visited April 2020
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“Lively Kaiseki in Kyoto”
Nakahigashi is a great little Kaiseki restaurant with a very friendly Owner-chef Hisao Nakahigashi, who serves guests personally at the counter with real heart. The cuisine highlights many of the local vegetables as well as seasonal fish, seafood, and meats, and there is extra helpings of the 'cris...py rice' at the end if you feel you need a bit more - served with Malden salt and a homemade sansho oil (the portions may look small but they are very filling). We had some great dishes - the white miso soup was amazing - and the whole meal was an experience. If you're in Kyoto and you want something a bit special -this is a first rate choice.
Visited July 2019
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“Best Ayu and White Rice!”
Always good. Always amazing. It’s very difficult to make a reservation, but it was my lucky day. They got sudden cancellation. In this season, many Japanese restaurants are serving Grilled Ayu, but This Ayu is Best of the Best. They grilled the head parts well done, and body part is still fluffy an...d flavorful. Also don’t miss out their speciality dish. Their specialty is white rice. You will understand how different between their white rice and others. One of best restaurant in Kyoto or Japan.
Visited May 2018
