Menu to Taste

Monk

Italian/Wood-fired · Kyoto · Chef Yoshihiro Imai

Selected for 50 Best Discovery, Monk is a wood-fired restaurant in Kyoto led by chef Yoshihiro Imai. The kitchen serves a daily-changing omakase menu built around locally sourced produce and seasonal pizza. Guests dine in a 14-seat space situated along the canal of the Philosopher's Path.

147 Jodoji Shimominamidacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (Philosopher's Path), Kyoto

  • World's 50 Best Discovery 2025

Menu

Dishes

  • 聖護院カブ、ピザ生地の素焼き / “Shogoin” Turnip, Pizza Crust
  • 鰆、大根、柑橘 / Spanish Mackerel, Daikon, Citrus
  • 菊芋、スイバ / Jerusalem artichoke, Sorrel
  • 人参、モッツァレラ / Carrot, Mozzarella
  • 野菜の薪窯焼き盛り合わせ / Assorted Roasted Vegetables
  • 猪、ビーツ / Wild boar, Beetroot
  • 九条ネギ / “Kujo negi” Leek
  • 春菊 / Chrysanthemum
  • しいたけ / Shiitake
  • ふきのとう / Butterbur sprout

Tasting Menu

  • 8-course tasting menu (15400)

Wines

  • Wine / Liqueur (glass) (1100)

The Experience

A minimalist and intimate room built around the chef's counter. The meal is structured around an omakase experience.

Phone: +81-75-771-4185

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