Celiac safety profile
Pontocho Yakiniku Yamakawa
Yakiniku Restaurant · Guts Barbecue Restaurant · Meat Restaurant
137-7 Wakamatsucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8011, Japan
What you can eat here
Pulled from Gluto's celiac safety report for this location.
✅ Reported safe options
- Meat prepared with salt (salt-only option) to avoid gluten-containing sauces.
- Gluten-free soy sauce or gluten-free dipping options when offered.
- White rice as a base, served with the grilled meats.
- Vegetables to grill alongside meat.
- Raw egg dipping was mentioned in at least one experience as an accompaniment to grilled meat.
- Note: There is no identified dedicated gluten-free menu; some items (e.g., kimchi) may not be gluten-free. Always verify ingredients for each item and sauces with staff.
⚠️ Risks & cross-contamination
- Not a dedicated gluten-free facility, so cross-contamination is a possibility.
- Glucose-free sauce availability can vary by visit (some diners reported having it; others reported it wasn’t available or was restricted).
- Side dishes like kimchi have been noted as not gluten-free by at least one diner.
- While many staff have demonstrated knowledge of gluten-free needs, there are at least a couple of reports showing inconsistent handling. Clear communication and asking about the current sauce and preparation method before ordering are advisable.
Gluto score breakdown
Each axis is scored 0–100 from research + community signals.