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Tokura

Tokura

とくら 桂本店

A look at the handmade hamburg steaks served at Tokura in Kuze, Kyoto, from the rush of juices released at the touch of chopsticks to house sauces, grated daikon, fried prawns, and set meal pairings.

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01 / ABOUT THE PLACE

About this place

When chopsticks break into one of Tokura’s plump, rounded hamburg steaks, trapped juices immediately spill across the plate. A long-standing specialty of the kitchen, this patty is known for its tender bite and clean, concentrated meat flavor. The escaping juices blend naturally into the sauce, creating a rich glaze diners gather up bite by bite alongside mouthfuls of steamed white rice.

Sauce Variations and Combination Plates

First-time diners typically begin with the classic Original Hamburg Steak. Beyond the standard 180 g serving, a 300 g option is available when hunger calls for something heartier. On days calling for a lighter profile, the Japanese-Style Oroshi Hamburg Steak, garnished with grated daikon radish and fragrant oba leaf, offers a refreshing contrast. Those seeking classic yoshoku comfort can also opt for a generous combination featuring fried prawns alongside the patty.

Two set menus are available to round out the meal: a Japanese set with steamed rice, miso soup, and pickles, or a Western set featuring soup and salad alongside a choice of rice or bread. Diners can easily tailor the experience, whether that means keeping steamed rice at the center to catch every drop of pan juices or opting for bread and corn soup in classic Western-style diner fashion.

The restaurant provides free parking next to the building along with a designated waiting area, making visits straightforward whether arriving for lunch or dinner.

03 / TAKE A LOOK AROUND

Get a feel for the place through its photos.

13 venue and food photos

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Dining styles, seating types, and payment options. Find the way to enjoy your meal that suits you best.

Food and drinks

  • Alcohol Served
  • Coffee Available
  • Beer available
  • Wine available
  • Lunch menu available
  • Dinner menu available
  • Dessert available
  • Kids' Menu Available

Dining & takeaway

  • Takeout available
  • Dine-in
  • No delivery

Seating & Facilities

  • Table service available
  • Restrooms available

Also great for

  • Featured for lunch
  • Featured for dinner
  • Great for solo dining
  • Casual
  • Kid-friendly

Reservations

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Reservations accepted

Payment

  • PayPay accepted
  • Rakuten Pay accepted

Entrance & mobility access

  • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • No wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Entrance is not wheelchair accessible
  • Free parking available

Other information

  • Trendy atmosphere
  • Quiet atmosphere
  • Long wait time

04 / YOUR NEXT STOP

Make this your next stop.

516 ー6 Kuzekamikuzecho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8212

Please contact the venue directly with enquiries or reservation requests.

Opening hours

Closed now

Approximate hours based on listed information, in Japan Standard Time (JST)

Monday11:00–15:0017:00–20:30
Tuesday11:00–15:0017:00–20:30
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayTodayClosed
Friday11:00–15:0017:00–20:30
Saturday11:00–20:30
Sunday11:00–20:30
516 ー6 Kuzekamikuzecho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8212Open in Google Maps

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Good to know before you visit.

Can I make a reservation?

Reservations are accepted, and booking ahead is recommended for dinner.

Is parking available?

Free parking is available. Wheelchair-accessible parking is not provided.

Are set meal menus available to accompany hamburg steak orders?

Options include the Western set (¥450) with soup, salad, and a choice of rice or bread, or the Japanese set (¥200) with rice, miso soup, and pickles.

What cashless payment methods can be used?

Payments with PayPay and Rakuten Pay are accepted.

Are takeout and delivery available?

Takeaway is available. Delivery is not offered.

Can I visit with children?

Child-friendly, with a kids' menu available.