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For each guest that dines at this restaurant, byFood will donate 10 meals
Location
Cuisine
French
Average cost
Lunch: ¥5,000 - ¥10,000
Dinner: ¥15,000 - ¥20,000

Its unassuming facade is only marked by a Japanese noren curtain, but step inside and you will find Alexis Moko creating refined dishes that elevate French classics with a distinct local flair.

Restaurant Details

Located near the famous Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, chef Alex Moko transformed a traditional machiya (traditional townhouse) into a Japanese-inflected modernist French restaurant, quickly earning a Michelin star within a year.


The executive chef leverages experience from his dynamic career, which spans from being a head chef in London, but it was during an encounter with local farmers in the mountainous Ohara region of Kyoto that he found true inspiration for Moko.


The tasting menu is more than just powerfully creative ideas and ingredients on a plate. Moko highlights his French roots to show his commitment to working with local and traditional suppliers. His ever-rotating dishes feature elements such as white asparagus from Hokkaido, smoked Biwa trout and red sea bream from Nagasaki, alongside duck from Ibaraki. A note-worthy dish is his unique rendition of French-inspired chawanmushi. From his open kitchen, guests can witness the art of the preparation.


For some things, though, Moko sticks to the French classic: praline millefeuille for dessert on occasions and cheese assortments.


The restaurant has preserved much of its original exterior, so it is easy to walk past Moko without realizing that behind its traditional noren curtain entrance lies Kyoto’s latest exciting culinary destination. Be sure to visit for lunch or dinner — Moko will not disappoint.

Moko Access Info

  • Moko is a 4-minute walk from Marutamachi Station.

Moko Phone Number

075-252-1523

Moko Business Days

Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
06:00 PM
10:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM
03:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
10:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM
03:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
10:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM
03:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
10:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM
03:00 PM
-
06:00 PM
10:00 PM

Moko Address

235-2 Tamauecho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0005, Japan

Moko Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 5 days 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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