Kyoto is Japan’s cultural soul — and its food scene reflects exactly that. From intimate kaiseki hidden inside Nishiki Market to Prohibition-era speakeasies and 300-year-old matcha producers, here are the best places to eat and drink in Kyoto.

Discover the Cotswolds’ exceptional restaurant scene, from Michelin-standard fine dining to elevated gastropubs in honey-stone villages. Expert recommendations reveal where world-class chefs create innovative British cuisine.