Tucked away in a hidden alley of Pontocho, Kyoto, this Japanese restaurant evokes the nostalgic charm of the 1980s, offering a timeless dining experience.
Gion Suetomo
祇園 末友
KYOTO
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Japanese Cuisine
Experience the essence and beauty of Kyoto kaiseki cuisine with all five senses.
- Vegetarian / Vegan
- Haral / Muslim-Friendly
- Counter Seating
- Private Room
- Solo Diner Accepted
- Group Guests (10 or More)
- Open for Lunch
- Babies and Small Children
Gion Suetomo was founded in 2009 by its owner, Hisashi Suetomo, who trained for many years at the famed Michelin-star restaurant “Gion Maruyama.”
It is said that water is the bedrock of Kyoto’s cuisine, and so the very first act in the founding of Suetomo was that of digging a well. The water from this well, known as “the water of Yasaka,” is the foundation of Suetomo’s cuisine and its delicious flavors. The restaurant itself was designed by the owner and instantly fills guests with a sense of Kyoto’s culture.
Having been listed in the Michelin Guide as one Michelin-star, Gion Suetomo provides cuisine full of Kyoto’s sense of beauty and seasons. Additionally, it stands in plain view of the Tower of Yasaka, a prime location in front of Gion Kennin-ji temple’s south gate.
Counter seating and private rooms with tables in tatami rooms are both available, and guests with children are welcome.
All types of guests and occasions, from families enjoying a vacation in Kyoto, to couples celebrating anniversaries, are accommodated.
| Address | 1F, Komatsu-cho 151-73, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi |
|---|---|
| Business hours | 【Lunch】12:00 to 14:00 【Dinner】18:00 to 20:00 |
| Closed | Irregular Holidays |
| Directions | 10-minute walk from Gion-Shijō Station on the Keihan Main Line of Keihan Electric Railway. Right across the road of the south side of Kennin-ji temple. |
| Telephone | +81-75-496-8799 |
| Price | 【Lunch & Dinner】 ・¥33,000 ( ¥36,300 ) ・¥55,000 ( ¥60,500 ) ・¥66,000 ( ¥72,600 ) ※Price in parentheses include tax and seating charge. |
| Seating | Counter Seating: 8 Seats Tatami Seating: 2 to 10 guests Private Room: 4 Rooms Maximum number of guests: 20 guests |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Reservations for guests with small children/babies are accepted for the private room. There is a ￥3,000 and ￥5,500 children's bento box available to be ordered. Counter Seating is available for children 12 years and older if they are able to eat an adult's course. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None |
| Parking | None (please use nearby coin-operated parking). |
| Dresscode | No particular dress code enforced. However, we ask that no casual wear be worn (shorts, t-shirts, sandals, etc. ). |
| Payment method | Please fill out the reservation form on this site. ※Payment for reserved courses with a credit card is required. ※Any additional orders that you make for food or drink at the restaurant are to be paid for at the restaurant after your meal. |
| Cancellation Policy | ※ Cancellations made up to 15:00 JST of 3 days before the reservation date are eligible to receive a full refund. ※ Cancellations made after 15:00 JST of 3 days, or within 2 days before, 1 day before, or on the day of the reservation date are not eligible to receive any refund. ※ All changes to the reservation are required to be made at least 3 days before the reservation date. ※ Requests to change or cancel a reservation made after the specified days above will not be eligible for any refund and requests to change the reservation to an alternative date/time will not be accommodated. ※ Reservations will be cancelled and entry will be denied if more than 15 minutes late and no refund will be provided. |
| Concierge Service Fee | 10% service charge required |
1F, Komatsu-cho 151-73, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi
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