In the heart of Kyoto's bar scene, it's no wonder Chao Chao draws long queues for its crispy gyōza (dumplings) – great as a pre-drink dinner, even better as a late-night drunken snack. Grab a counter seat or squish beside a table and try to stop chao chao chowing down plates of shrimp, boiled ginger, garlic kimchi or pork gyōza. Cash only.
Vegetarians will want to head to their other branch at Shijo-Kawaramachi for meat-free options.
