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Italian dining is shaped into the structures of traditional Kyoto dining, with excellent results, at this Gion kappo-Italiano.
Restaurant Details
Among the sea of kappo and kaiseki eateries which populate Kyoto’s Gion district, this formerly Michelin-starred Italian restaurant is an unusual, but very welcome, addition. Although the food is Italian, the service is Kyoto-style, with a set-course omakase menu featuring a series of small plates served over several hours. The classical myth referenced in the title addresses this fusion of styles: an elegant chimera of Italian ingredients, Japanese ingredients, and Kyoto ambiance.
Their signature dish is the roast duck, with a special focus on the provenance of the meat, and even the feed which it was raised on. High-quality lobster, sashimi, and homemade bread also feature. A classic taste of Italy, refracted through the prism of the local culture — Chimera is sure to please lovers of both culinary traditions.
Michelin Stars:
2020 - 1 Michelin star
2021 - none
Chimera Phone Number
075-525-4466
Chimera Business Days
Sunday
12:00 PM
02:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
09:00 PM
Monday
12:00 PM
02:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
09:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM
02:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
09:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
12:00 PM
02:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
09:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM
02:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
09:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM
02:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
09:00 PM
Chimera Address
504 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Chimera Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 1 week before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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Restaurant location
Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.
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*The reservation service charge will only apply if the reservation request is successful. If the restaurant cancels the reservation, 100% of the service charge will be refunded.
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