McLoughlin's

Presided over by the most amiable owner/chef Tadg McLoughlin. Quality beers, domestic and foreign (including microbrews). The staff are friendly and speak English. Live music on weekends. Giant screen TV (Mr. McLoughlin being a rugby fanatic), darts, foosball and a great view of east Kyoto. Happy hours are 17:00-20:00.

• nightlife

Getting there

on Kiyamachi between Sanjo and Nijo

Price

Main courses starting at ¥1,200