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Kyoto may not be known for its takoyaki, this quintessential Japanese snack is all over Kyoto to satisfy your cravings. In this guide, we highlighted the best takoyaki Kyoto.
Takoyaki is a round-shaped dough made with a batter with a wheat flour base. In the inside, it’s usually filled minced octopus, scraps of tempura, green onions, and pickled ginger. Usually comes with a sauce—a Worcestershire-like sauce and Japanese mayo—takoyaki is considered a snack that you will find on the streets of Kyoto.
Takoyaki is believed to have started in 1935 by a street vendor named Tomekichi Endo. Because it’s so good, the dish quickly became famous in the Kansai region and started spreading like wildfire in other regions.
Fast forward to date, takoyaki is not just popular in Japan. It’s becoming popular in other countries as well.
If you’re wondering where to find the best takoyaki in Kyoto, here are our top recommendations:
1. Pontakosakura
They serve delicious takoyaki, especially the double cheese and the dashi octopus variants. We also recommend the sweet potato and ice cream dessert. They also serve wine with your takoyaki if that’s what you like.
Price: From 600 yen
Hours: 5-11 PM (Monday to Friday) | 3-11 PM (Saturday and Sunday)
Contact: +81 75-211-0110
Address: 141-13 Wakamatsucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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2. Takomasu
This takoyaki restaurant is conveniently located in downtown Kyoto yet reasonably cheap. You can have your set of takoyaki with a dashi soup stock. Most food stalls in this are have no outdoor seating, but Takomasu has some for its diners.
Price: From 350 yen
Hours: 12 NN - 8 PM (closed on Tuesday)
Contact: +81 75-231-3463
Address: 501-6 Higashigawacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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3. Misakaya
This neighborhood takoyaki restaurant has more personality than many restaurants away from the crowds. There’s no waiting here and you get some of the best snacks you will ever taste in Kyoto.
Price: From 500 yen
Hours: 11 AM - 9 PM (closed on Thursday)
Contact: +81 75-822-0202
Address: 6-6-7, Kamikawaracho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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4. Makki
This hole-in-the-wall takoyaki restaurant is one of the best in Kyoto. Apart from its delicious takoyaki, people loves the friendly and welcoming owners the most.
Price: From 500 yen
Hours: 2 PM - 1 AM (closed on Tuesday)
Contact: +81 75-606-5403
Address: 176-4, Zaimokucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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5. Tako to Kentaro
Another takoyaki restaurant in Kyoto that veers away from touristy areas. Tako to Kentaro impresses every type of palate with its “teisyoku b” where you can enjoy octopus rice, octopus salad, octopus soup, and of course, takoyaki.
Price: From 500 yen
Hours: 11 AM - 11 PM (Daily)
Address: 1-2, Shogoin Higashimachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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Looking for a fun food tour in Kyoto? Join us for our Nishiki Market Kyoto Food Tour where we will take you around the best food spots at Nishiki Market and feast on various delicious dishes.
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