Halal Wagyu Sukiyaki & Steak ZEN Kyoto

November 10, 2025

I am a vegetarian and my boy-friend wanted to try Wagyu as we are in Japan, so this was a really good option for us both! We were really excited and had pretty high expectations, as the reviews were very good and at the end we were not disappointed. It can be difficult to find vegan/vegetarian options in Japan and this was delicious. The meat was high quality and really tasty. Special mention to our waiter Carlos, who was really nice and explained everything thoughtfully. We would definitely come back.

October 6, 2025

Very nice and convenient place for trying Wagyu beef. Myself a beginner in Wagyu taste I wanted an affordable but yet quality experience. I chose the steak set tenderloin (in my case medium rare) which was recommended to feel best the taste of the Wagyu meat, as in the Sukiyaki sets it mixes with the veggie-aromas. Being an enthusiastic steak lover in Europe, this Wagyu does taste considerably different: very tender, very aromatic, not as "fatty" as I assumed although the marbling can be tasted. Despite my usual appetite, 120g in nicely cut pieces was just the right amount. Tasty Miso, a few veggies come along Had it with some cold sake ( came in more than sufficient quantity). The staff is very friendly, internationally minded, English no problem. I had no reservation (single), chose a place at the door opposite to the open kitchen which was just fine. I can wholeheartedly recommend this place

October 18, 2025

It’s not often you’re able to get a vegan sukiyaki, so I was excited to try this. Especially as I was dining with meat eaters and so it has something for everyone. The tuna was delicious and the sukiyaki was fun. I would love even more variety of vegetables and veg friendly starters, but otherwise I had a really nice time

October 7, 2025

My friend recommended this place when she was in Japan earlier this year. She said it was the best Wagyu beef she had on the whole trip. I ordered the A5 Wagyu Tenderloin Steak set medium well (comes with miso soup, grilled veg, a bowl of rice, and salt, soy and special sauce to enjoy your steak with. It really was melt in the mouth perfection. I wanted to order more but knew I wouldn’t manage it. The waitress was very lovely and explained everything and added to this joyful experience. Would highly recommend and would definitely come here again. 🥩😋

November 18, 2025

I love everything bout this place! Really great halal place, thank you to the server that assisted us throughout the whole experience - really made it easy for non-speaking japanese like my friends and i. Food was great, easy reservation, great service! Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️