Otagi

Kyoto, Japan
$$$$
Japanese, Fusion, Innovative

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Key facts

  • Meal Type

    Dinner

  • Best for

    Fine dining, Celebration, Local cuisine

  • Key selling point

    Boundary-pushing Japanese cuisine

  • Awards

    Michelin

  • Dietary requirements

    Pescatarian

  • Special Features

    Tasting menu, Notable sake list, Set menu

ETRN191-Otagi
Image: Michelin
ETRN191-Otagi
Image: Michelin
ETRN191-Otagi
Image: Michelin

The Restaurant

Otagi, nestled at the foot of Kyoto's northern mountains, offers a refined dining experience that honors its locale. Chef Kazuaki Baba built his restaurant on his grandmother's land, a testament to his devotion to his hometown, once known as Otagi. The restaurant currently holds two Michelin stars, a recognition it earned shortly after opening. Baba champions local produce, sourcing generous amounts of vegetables from childhood friends who farm nearby. The setting is serene, a deliberate escape from the city's clamor. Upon entering past the *noren*-curtained doorway, guests discover a rock garden and courtyard, with stone steps leading to a modern counter. Inside, the design features rounded corners, creating a smooth aesthetic complemented by warm lighting. While rooted in Japanese culinary tradition, Otagi embraces subtle innovation. The tasting menu culminates in a hashed beef with rice, a dish that, despite its Western appearance, incorporates strictly Japanese ingredients such as dried bonito *dashi*, sake, sugar, and miso.

Facilities & Services

  • Counter dining
  • Car park
  • Booking essential

Restaurant details

Kyoto, Japan

opening hours
  • Monday5:30 – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday5:30 – 9:00 PM
  • WednesdayClosed
  • Thursday5:30 – 9:00 PM
  • Friday5:30 – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday5:30 – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday5:30 – 9:00 PM

Facilities & Services

  • Counter dining
  • Car park
  • Booking essential

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