Kyoto is not built around constant roadside yakitori stalls the way some cities are, but you’ll still find plenty of snackable food—especially in markets, alleys, and shopping streets. The trick is going to the areas where small plates and takeaway bites are the norm.
Below is a step-by-step route. You can do it over one evening, or spread it across two nights if you’re also visiting temples.
Expect most snacks to land in the “a few hundred yen” range. If something looks like a full meal, you’ll usually pay more.