GRILL 54TH, the main dining restaurant at Dhawa Yura Kyoto in Higashiyama, Kyoto, is hosting a summer Wellbeing Buffet from July 1 (Wednesday) to September 30 (Wednesday), 2026. The menu centers on Italian-style dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, with Josper-grilled Kyoto mochi pork porchetta as the standout main dish option, alongside a colorful spread of citrus-accented buffet items and desserts.
The restaurant, located on the basement floor of the hotel near the Kamo River, has been under the direction of Head Chef Yutaka Kudo since August 2025. His approach blends vibrant, creative Italian cuisine with a casual atmosphere that lets the quality of the ingredients speak for itself.
Josper-Grilled Kyoto Mochi Pork Porchetta
The restaurant's main dishes are prepared on a Josper Grill — a Spanish charcoal grill still relatively uncommon in Japan — that combines the smoky aroma of charcoal with the even, sealed heat of an oven to produce meats and fish that are crispy on the outside and juicy within.
The featured main dish this season is the "Sansho-Scented Kyoto Mochi Pork Porchetta on the Josper Grill." Premium, thickly-cut pork from Kyoto — known as "Kyoto Mochi Pork" — is rolled together with fragrant herbs and slow-roasted to yield a moist, tender result. Kyoto Mochi Pork is raised on a feed that includes bread, giving it a characteristically chewy texture, gentle sweetness, and fine-grained meat quality.
The porchetta is served with a gremolata sauce — a bright, slightly bitter-sweet accompaniment made with fresh parsley and lemon — whose bold flavors complement the richness of the grilled pork.
Four main dish options are available, with additional charges for select items:
- Sansho-Scented Kyoto Mochi Pork Porchetta on the Josper Grill
- Josper-Grilled Fresh Fish of the Day with Gremolata Sauce
- Josper-Grilled Shrimp, Cajun Flavor (+¥1,000)
- Josper-Grilled Domestic Wagyu Sirloin, Tagliata Style (+¥2,000)
Summer Italian Buffet with Citrus Accents
The buffet's cold dishes feature a range of colorful, refined preparations: "Orange-Scented Charcoal-Grilled Chicken Salad," "Cold Pasta with Charcoal-Grilled Eggplant and Sudachi," "Open-Faced Mackerel and Lemon with Dill," and "Red Shiso Gelée and Mozzarella Caprese Style," among others.
Warm dishes include crowd favorites like "Squid and Zucchini Fritto," "Mussels and Cherry Tomatoes with Genovese Vapore," and "Seafood Ragù Lasagna."
Desserts make the most of citrus flavors: a "Lemon Chiffon Cake," a "Tarte au Citron" made with kawachi bankan (a Japanese citrus sometimes called Japanese grapefruit), "Italian-Style Pudding with Orange Caramel Sauce," and a "Tomato and Herb Compote with Lemon Tomato Gelée." The refreshing acidity of citrus fruits runs throughout the sweets selection, making it a fitting finish for summer dining.
Menu Highlights
Buffet
- Cold Pasta with Charcoal-Grilled Eggplant and Sudachi
- Orange-Scented Charcoal-Grilled Chicken Salad
- Charcoal-Grilled White Fish and Grapefruit Salad with Basil
- Red Shiso Gelée and Mozzarella Caprese Style
- Open-Faced Mackerel and Lemon with Dill
- Mussels and Cherry Tomatoes with Genovese Vapore
- Seafood Ragù Lasagna
- Eggplant White Miso Roast with Basil
- Potato Fries with Tomato Flavor
- Grilled Vegetables with Romesco Sauce
- Edamame Hummus
- and more
Select Main Dish
- Sansho-Scented Kyoto Mochi Pork Porchetta on the Josper Grill
- Josper-Grilled Fresh Fish of the Day with Gremolata Sauce
- Josper-Grilled Shrimp, Cajun Flavor (+¥1,000)
- Josper-Grilled Domestic Wagyu Sirloin, Tagliata Style (+¥2,000)
Desserts
- Tomato and Herb Compote with Lemon Tomato Gelée
- Pineapple and Pink Grapefruit Pie
- Kawachi Bankan Tarte au Citron
- Italian-Style Pudding with Orange Caramel Sauce
- Lemon Chiffon Cake
- and more
About GRILL 54TH
GRILL 54TH is the main dining restaurant at Dhawa Yura Kyoto, with "Feel so Grill!" as its concept. The experience centers on three "D"s: "Delightful," "Dynamic," and "Delectable." The stylish open kitchen showcases the energy of the chefs at work, while dishes featuring premium wagyu beef, seafood, and fresh local produce are designed to bring out the fullest flavor of each ingredient. The spacious dining room overlooks a bamboo grove garden.
Operating Hours: Lunch 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM / Dinner 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Wellbeing Buffet Details
Period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) to September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Hours: Lunch 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Last Order 2:00 PM)
Venue: GRILL 54TH, Basement Floor 1, Dhawa Yura Kyoto (84 Ohashicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto)
Access: 3-minute walk from Sanjo Station (Keihan Main Line) / 2-minute walk from Sanjo-Keihan Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line)
Price: Lunch Buffet from ¥4,200 (tax and service charge included)
*Additional charges apply depending on the main dish selected.
Reservations: https://dhawayurakyoto.com/offers/well-being-buffet-kyo-porchetta-citrus/
Phone: 075-366-5807
