Teppansosaku Rian

The most amazing tepanyaki experience. Super high quality food, incredible chef and very friendly staff. Very recomendable!

Visited November 2025

What a wonderful way to spend my birthday dinner with my wife. The restaurant is located just off a main street, tucked away down an even smaller side street, giving it a quiet and intimate feel. We were escorted to our seats at the counter, where we could watch Chef Ryosuke prepare each dish with i...ncredible skill and precision. The staff were consistently attentive—at one point my wife felt a bit cold, and without us even asking, they brought her a blanket. Even though we don’t speak Japanese, everyone made a genuine effort to communicate with us in friendly conversation, which made the experience feel even more personal. The meal was beautifully presented and perfectly paced. From the appetizers to the main course of Matsusaka beef, and finishing with the Blue Cheese Ice Monaka, every dish was memorable, balanced, and absolutely delicious. You can find teppanyaki and Wagyu all over Kyoto, but it would be difficult to find another restaurant that cares this deeply about both the food and the people they serve. Watching Chef Ryosuke cook was a performance in itself—calm, precise, and almost artistic. At the end of the evening, Chef Ryosuke and his staff walked us to the door to say goodnight, the way you would see off a friend who had just shared a meal in your home. Yes, traveling in Japan can feel like a whirlwind, but take the time to slow down and come here. The hospitality, the artistry, and the care put into every detail make it more than just dinner—it’s an experience.

Visited October 2025

The environment is very quiet, suitable for all types of dining, perfect beef experience, and they carefully prepared a separate fully cooked meal for the children. Next time I come to Kyoto, I will book this restaurant to dine.

Visited October 2025

I have rarely encountered such a degree of precision, dedication and love in a restaurant. We stumbled upon this jewel out of absolute chance. As we came in, a reservation for 8 had fallen and we were able to seat in one of those coveted spots across the Teppan. It was fate! The experience was quasi...-religious, one of the most unique dinners I have had the pleasure —and honour— to experience. Nothing like the showy, cocky tepanyakis one can find in the US or a Caribbean all inclusive. This was quite the opposite: a reverence you can only encounter in a monastery. Being able to admire front-row the art of the Chef, his flawless execution of each step, his respect for every ingredient that ended up in our plates. Sheer elegance! But above all, his warmth and that of his assistant. The effort they made to bridge the cultural gap and patiently transmit their heritage to us. Not to mention the touching farewell they gave us: waiting outside the door till we turn the corner and waving at us each time we turned back to confirm they were actually still there. There’s no comparable service in the West! All that scaffolding could have only provided one of the finest food my tongue has ever flavoured. The subtle umami of the award-winning wagyu black beef, the punch of the Japanese mustard, the delicate saltiness of the soup —I could go on forever! Chef Ryosuke, a heartfelt thanks (to you and your team) for such a wonderful night, and my upmost congratulations for this shrine you guard and tend to with such dedication.

Visited October 2025

My wife and son had a terrific dinner here. The food was exceptional, the service was great and the team was super friendly and engaging. We felt like we had made new friends by the end of the night

Visited September 2025