Kyoto, Japan｜Ootake

I passed by this restaurant one night, the cozy atmosphere immediately attracted me. Decide to try it for lunch and it is just fantastically good! The restaurant opens at 11:30. I arrived around 11:15 and already seeing few people lining up. They look like local people not tourists. I try their signature hamburger steak. I am actually not at all an hamburger steak enthusiast, but I really want to try because it is their signature dish. Turns out the hamburger steak is such an amazing choice! It is very meaty and juicy. I was worried about whether the sauce will be too heavy, but it is actually very well balanced with the steak. The sauce is neither oily nor heavy at all. I can really taste the natural flavour of onion that been slowed cooked well into perfect sauce. The chef is very passionate in his cooking, and the lady also pays a lot of attention on the guests. It is a very pleasant dining experience. I hope to come and try their steak another time. It is very lucky that I find out this super yummy restaurant!

Amazing little shop! Food was top tier, affordable, and served quickly. I sat at the bar and got to watch the chef create! The set meals are definitely the go to. Staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

This place is AMAZING. Authentic, delicious food cooked right in front of you. The husband and wife who own this are absolutely lovely. The grilled peppers, clay hot pot and chefs selection beef were absolutely delicious. This place fits 10 people and feels so intimate, we came back twice! Plus...really good blues music!