Ganko Sanjo Honten Restaurant Kyoto

A vast downtown sushi specialist, Ganko Sushi is one of the most approachable and reasonably priced sushi places in Kyoto.

There’s nothing subtle about Ganko Sushi: The windows are crammed with gaudy food models and the whole place screams “tourist trap.” And, to tell the truth, the place is pretty full of tourists (but quite a few locals go as well). The thing is: the food here is pretty good. The sushi sets are very reasonably priced, and they’re an easy choice. But you’ll get much better sushi (and pay a bit more) if you order sushi a la carte (piece by piece). I always sushi a la carte here and the bill rarely exceeds ¥2500. In addition to sushi, you can choose from a huge variety of Japanese classics, including good value set meals and children’s meals. There are both smoking and non-smoking rooms and this is one of the most child-friendly restaurants in Kyoto — its spacious, noisy and there are special kids’ meals for finicky eaters. Best of all, there’s a full English menu (as well as several other languages). So, if you don’t mind eating with a lot of other tourists, give Ganko a try.

For more Kyoto child friendly restaurant choices, see our Best Child-Friendly Restaurants in Kyoto page.

English address:
101 Nakajima-cho, Sanjo-dori, Kawaramachi Higashi iru, Nakagyo-ku

Japanese address:
中京区三条通河原町東入ル中島町101

Opening hours:
11am-11pm

Price:
Moderate

Non-smoking area: Yes

Nearest Transport:
2min walk from Sanjo Station, Keihan line

Telephone: 255-1128

Website: Official Website (Japanese)

More Restaurant Suggestions: See my list of Kyoto’s Best Restaurants for more eating inspiration. The list covers all cuisines and price ranges.

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Near To Here:
Ganko Sanjo Honten is located in Kyoto’s Downtown district. See our complete list of things to do in Downtown Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

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