Kyoto's Legendary Bakery Shinsindo and Benjamin Steakhouse Collaborate on 'Gion Festival Limited Burger'

Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto (located in Kyoto City, Japan; operated by Oizumi Foods Co., Ltd.), a prestigious steakhouse originating from New York, will offer a collaborative burger called the 'Gion Festival Limited Burger' and two types of 'Sangria Smoothies' in-store for only two days—Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, July 16, 2026—coinciding with the Gion Festival, one of Japan's three great festivals.

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The Gion Festival is one of Japan’s most iconic traditional events, attracting numerous domestic and international tourists to Kyoto. With the aim of offering visitors a unique culinary experience that blends Benjamin Steakhouse’s signature offerings with the cherished flavors of Kyoto’s long-established bakeries, the restaurant has partnered with Shinsindo, a representative Kyoto bakery, to launch this special limited-time menu.

The collaboration menu features the 'Gion Festival Limited Burger,' combining a juicy, robustly flavorful patty made from Benjamin Steakhouse’s house-aged beef with Shinsindo’s signature burger buns—known for their rich wheat aroma and soft, moist texture—finished with Benjamin Steakhouse’s original steak sauce.

Additionally, as limited-time festival drinks, two types of 'Sangria Smoothies' will be offered: the vibrant 'Red Sangria Smoothie,' inspired by Kyoto’s summer scenery, made with red wine, berry blends, and açaí ice; and the refreshing 'White Sangria Smoothie (non-alcoholic),' crafted with grapefruit juice, passion fruit, and pineapple, enhanced with a fragrant touch of rosemary.

Through this two-day exclusive event, which unites Kyoto’s traditional culture with a New York-originated steakhouse brand, Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto aims to provide not only local residents but also domestic and international tourists with a special opportunity to experience Kyoto’s culture through exceptional dining.

Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto: Gion Festival Limited Burger and Sangria Smoothies – Overview

Availability Period: July 15 (Wed) and 16 (Thu), 2026

Service Hours: 16:00–22:00

Customer Inquiries:

TEL: 075-253-4466 / EMAIL: bsh-kyoto@benjaminsteakhouse.jp

Prices (incl. tax):

• Gion Festival Limited Burger: ¥1,200

• Red Sangria Smoothie: ¥800

• White Sangria Smoothie (non-alcoholic): ¥800

Gion Festival Limited Burger

A special dish combining Benjamin Steakhouse’s juicy house-aged beef patty with Shinsindo’s signature burger buns, finished with the restaurant’s original steak sauce.

Red Sangria Smoothie

A vibrant cocktail based on red wine, blended with peach juice and lychee juice, and enhanced with mixed berries and açaí ice. This drink evokes the glowing lanterns and lively atmosphere of a Gion Festival night.

White Sangria Smoothie (non-alcoholic)

A refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail based on grapefruit juice, combined with passion fruit and pineapple, and accented with rosemary for a crisp, aromatic finish. Light and easy to enjoy, even during Kyoto’s hot summer days.

About Benjamin Steakhouse

Benjamin Steakhouse was founded in Manhattan in 2006 by Benjamin Privucky and Benjamin Sinanaj, who honed their skills at a renowned steakhouse in Brooklyn, New York, alongside Chef Arturo Mecred, who served as Steak Master at the same establishment for nearly 20 years. The restaurant exclusively serves USDA Prime Beef, dry-aged in-house to perfection, delivering premium steaks at their peak condition.

About Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto

Location: 660-1 Handayamachi, Higashiōmiya-dōri, Nishinokyō, Nakagyō-ku, Kyoto City

Access: Approximately 3 minutes on foot from Hankyu ‘Karasuma Station’; approximately 4 minutes from Kyoto Municipal Subway ‘Shijō Station’

Business Hours:

Lunch: 11:30–15:00 (Last Order: 14:00)

Dinner: 17:00–23:00 (Last Order: Food 21:30, Drinks 22:00)

Sundays, Holidays, and Final Day of Long Holidays: 17:00–22:00 (Last Order: Food 21:00, Drinks 21:30)

Customer Inquiries: 075-253-4466