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Kyoto Engine Ramen
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Serves meat, vegan options available. Modern style ramen restaurant offering vegetarian and vegan options which are labeled on the menu. Has two vegan ramen: soy ramen and zesty spicy ramen. Gluten-free soybean noodle and konjac noodles are available. Buy a ticket for the dishes you'd like: the vending machine accepts big notes. English spoken. Est. 2018. Relocated from 452-1 Matsugaecho, Kyogoku Bldg 1F, Nakagyo-ku. Gets very biusy and queues can be long. Open Mon-Sun 4:30pm-10:00pm. Closed Mon. Last order 30 minutes before closing.
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Last update on 23 Sep 2023 by 4talente
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Added by falafeldogs on 20 Jul 2018
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269 Reviews
First Review by ghansman
pranjali114
Points +14
The place no longer has vegan options! - Edit
They no longer seve vegan ramens. It was highly disappointing to go all the way and not get the ramen.
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Julie.x.taylor
Points +63
Amazing authentic vegan ramen - Edit
We did have to queue for around an hour to get in, but it was so worth the wait. The service was friendly, fast, and efficient. Just 2 vegan options on the menu, and I chose the zesty vegan. It was busting with flavour and spicy, and I enjoyed every spoon/chopstick full. The restaurant was small with only around 3 small tables and the counter area around the kitchen, so it was quite cramped. Even though we queued to nearly the advertised closing time, with others behind us in yhe queue, no one was turned away, and everyone was welcomed and fed. I would highly recommend a visit if you are in Kyoto.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-13
Pros: The welcome friendly staff, The amazing zesty vegan ramen, Sake
Cons: The waiting in the queue, Being quite cramped and close to other tables
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rimbaudsteve
Points +23
Amazing !!!!! - Edit
I absolutely loved these ramen, they were soooo tasty and good !! To the people complaining about the place only having non-Japanese customers, I think this is mostly because Japanese are rarely vegan and therefore don’t seek such restaurants…
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liyan1
Points +18
Not worth it - Edit
Had much better vegetarian/vegan Ramen before (T‘s Tantan, Kyushu Jangera). Waited 45 minutes in line and was totally not worth it, more tourists than Japanese people there and not authentic at all.
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FabioRaffa
Points +47
Delicious - Edit
Me and my girlfriend have taken the two possible vegan ramen. Both were really good: one more spicy then the other one.
Read moreOnly one note: it was full of tourists. So I don't know if what they offer (even if good) is the "Japanese" taste or just what we are thinking it is.
I never tasted a meat-ramen so I didn't have to possibility to compare.
Pros: Two vegan options, Friendly staff, Nice atmosphere
Cons: Little: be there early or wait, Full of tourists
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Ale82V
Points +96
Unforgettable ramen - Edit
Very tasty and particular ramen: available normal, vegan and gluten free.
Read moreIf you find a line, wait! It really worth it!
They also have different kind of sake.
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jogreene
Points +52
2 vegan ramen options - Edit
Really tasty vegan ramen, friendly staff,
Read morePros: Ramen, Staff
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baileyelizabeth
Points +74
So good we ate it twice! - Edit
We visited Kyoto for 4 days and spent 2 of our dinners here; I can’t recommend it enough! We got the zesty vegan ramen both times and it was simple but the flavors were so complex and delicious. The broth is creamy and the spice doesn’t overwhelm. They have 2 vegan ramen options to choose from. They do serve pork here so just keep that in mind because the seating is very cozy so you may be sitting next to someone eating non vegan ramen. Since it is a small restaurant, there will most likely be a wait. The first night we waited 1.5 hours but the second night it was less than 10 minutes. The staff are kind and well versed in what vegan is so you don’t have to worry there! The menu is also in English. Be sure to let them know how much you enjoyed your meal afterwards! This place is amazing!
Read morePros: Delicious vegan ramen, Cool atmosphere, Kind staff
Cons: Wait times can be long to get in, Does serve animal products
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VeggieGin
Points +73
WOW - Edit
Super tasty ramen! One only problem: inside WAS SO HOT we couldn’t breathe!
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Saika
Points +147
Uncomfortable experience, good food - Edit
Sadly I need to rate this quite badly.
Read moreFirstly; the ramen itself was great. And while it’s probably not everyone‘s cup of tea I quite enjoyed it.
But the atmosphere was really bad. Firstly, it was a hot Kyōto summer and they have no air conditioning (or was it broken?) and only one small fan for the whole place. It was even hotter than outside. It doesn’t help the tables were cramped together in a way that we were touching people behind us either.
And then; the whole place was full of tourists. Not that this in itself is a terrible thing but… it was loud and people had 0 self awareness. Restaurants frequented by locals tend to be more quiet and enjoyable, even if vegan options have to be requested explicitly. But the heat, the really noisy tourists and the cramped place really doesn’t make me want to go back.
Pros: Great ramen
Cons: oriented on tourists, spicy option not spicy, No air conditioning , Loud, cramped atmosphere
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julimuli
Points +72
Really good - Edit
The ramen were very delicious. There were two different vegan options. We went there when the restaurant opened, as there were always long queues in the evening. I would definitely go there again!
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clashdk
Points +78
So far the best vegan ramen in Japan - Edit
Holy smokes! So far Kyoto Engine Ramen has the best vegan ramen I’ve eaten in Japan! We waited in a very long line and thankfully were the last to be served, but it was worth the wait. I got the Zesty Vegan Ramen. It was ready very quickly, and I couldn’t get enough. The broth was so rich, creamy and full of flavor. The toppings made sense and didn’t take a away from the ramen. I would go back daily if I didn’t want to try other places. 5 stars from me but can only give it 4 since it’s not fully vegan or veg.
Read morePros: Vegan options, Rich and creamy, Quick once you’re seated
Cons: I wish it was all vegan 😍
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nicoletta123
Points +18
Delicious - Edit
They have 2 great type of vegan ramen, and also gluten free noodles! It is great, delicious and they are very nice. They also speak English (not so common here in Japan) and you can pay with card, even contactless.
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geember
Points +122
Delicious soya-cream ramen - Edit
Perfect for eating as a family with varied (meat-eating and vegan) requirements. The vegan ramen was superb. Rich and tasty. Still salivating 10 days later! Be prepared to queue as seating is limited.
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Tpossible47
Points +22
Delicious ramen - Edit
Would have given 5 stars if possible. My husband and I ate here. He eats gf and I am vegan. Few menu options but covers the basics of meat eaters and vegan eaters. I had the spicy vegan ramen and it was the best ramen I have ever had. Might eat here again tomorrow!
Read morePros: Options, Taste, Atmosphere
Cons: None
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SabineSchnabl
Points +114
The best ramen! - Edit
It's so hard to find restaurant in Kyoto, that are actually open in the evening. So after trying a couple we kind of landed @engineramen and it was super good! We tried both vegan options and we're delighted to find them creamy and with the best veggies.
Read morePros: Creamy ramen, Super friendly
Cons: Tiny spot to eat
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Professor_Farnsworth
Points +13
Try the Zesty Vegan Ramen - Edit
There are two vegan options. I opted for the Zesty Vegan Ramen and it was delicious
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rjaneruns
Points +453
Would give 5 stars - Edit
Really yummy zesty vegan ramen.
Read moreWell worth the wait in the line to get in !
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-29
Pros: Good ramen
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wendy_adams
Points +139
Great value - Edit
We visited here on the Saturday of the Gion Matsuri festival. Despite being only one street away from the festivities we were able to get in with only around a 15 minute wait at 6pm. There are two vegan options and I had the soy ramen, it was creamy and filling.
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SarahKorn
Points +41
Would give it 5 stars if I could - Edit
Popular with tourists, but for good reason. Multiple dairy free options, can also do gluten free. The zesty ramen is very spicy, creamy, and onion-y and has saffron -- very very flavorful! No watery broth here! Place is small but no line at 7:30pm on a Friday in the summer.
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TanLC
Points +111
Yum!!! - Edit
Best ramen in Kyoto, especially vegan. They also offer GF if needed. Bonus points!
Read morePros: Delicious , Vegan , gF available
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GScottsies
Points +54
An Absolute MUST - Edit
I ordered the spicier, cream-laden “Zesty” ramen and it was absolutely delicious. Best ramen I have had during my trip to Japan, I would give it 5 stars if I could. This ramen was heavy on green onions, so if that’s not your thing I suggest looking at the alternative “Kyoto Beaning” ramen, which my sister said was also incredible.
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VeganFox92
Points +378
Amazing ramen - Edit
Located down a side street (and up the stairs) from the main shopping street you find a modern twist on traditional ramen restaurants. You are still greated with the same happy sounds and smiles and can still sit at the bar watching the cooks, but the music, people and tablewear is modern. You are given actual chopsticks (not cheap wooden ones) with your meal.
Read moreThere are two vegan options for 1400 yen. We tried the zesty one and it was so flavoursome.
I would highly recommend everyone tries it.
Pros: Amazing ramen, Modern twist, Tasty
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zillix
Points +15
Excellent - Edit
Great vegan ramen, with the option to add egg for vegetarians. Very happy to find such a veg-friendly place!
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RhysJones
Points +753
Long queue but refreshingly different vegan ramen - Edit
This had a queue up the stairs when we arrived and an even longer one when we left, so I'd recommend getting here early. The queue moved fairly quickly though and we soon found ourselves at a nice table upstairs by the window. The spicy vegan ramen was different to anything I'd had before and we all really enjoyed it. It had a fresh, subtly citrus flavour and the appearance of something with crab in it due to the stage pink-flecked colour (didn't taste fishy though, and definitely didn't contain crab).
Read morePros: Different flavour to other ramen
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trishcomicmom
Points +6
A Nourishing Meal - Edit
I'm thankful we went as early as we did last night, around 6:30 p.m. When we left, the line was long to get in. That's not surprising, being that it is such an awesome place. There were ten of us in our party, but this tiny restaurant accommodated us all. The waitress was full of joy and it was contagious.
Read moreI was happy to read about the careful manner in which the food is selected and cooked. I have high standards and this place delivered! Some people have gluten sensitivities in our group, and those were easily accommodated here.
I don't even like ramen that much, but I LOVED my dish. I got the zesty spice ramen dish and it was just the right amount of spice.
I'm so thankful we went here. I felt quite nourished when I left, both from the food and the lovely staff.
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anutthar
Points +644
Delicious ramen! - Edit
Had both vegan options - the spicy miso broth was the bomb!! Don’t miss it
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