Vegan restaurant est. April 2024, serving Hawaiian-Japanese dishes. Specialties include 4 different types of Japanese vegan-fried chicken (karaage), assorted appetizer plates, and bowls. Located in previous location of the well-known Nagi Shokudo, 10 mins walk from Shibuya in a calm environment. Some of the staff from Nagi Shokudo work in the kitchen. Recipes and sauces are from the award-winning Japanese-Hawaiian “Peace Cafe”, with support from their chef. Food is sugar-free, mostly organic, and locally-sourced. Serves vegan-friendly beer and wine. Access route is easiest from the Sakura Stage building in Shibuya. Reported closed May 2025.
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15-10 Uguisudanichō, Shibuya City (at 6 minutes south-west from the Shibuya Sakura Stage building), Tokyo, Japan, 150-0032
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Last update on 19 May 2025 by NadiaTokyo
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Added by ForAnimalsJapan on 03 Apr 2024
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58 Reviews
First Review by fatrabbit
Marsellan
Points +115
Worth a visit - Edit
Lovely food. Simple surroundings and decor. Run by a lovely, friendly couple. Good atmosphere. Thoroughly recommend.
Read morePros: Nice food, Nice atmosphere
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Gingertwins
Points +134
Good vegan options - Edit
We had a lovely meal at Lotus. A selection of good options. Run by a friendly husband and wife duo. There is a serious lack of good vegan choices in Japan and we had to look pretty hard to find. I don’t think we are alone as the few restaurants we found that offered vegan options all had queues, including Lotus. The short wait was worth it.
Read morePros: All vegan, Variety of options , Great taste
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jchongster
Points +748
An oasis of calm - Edit
We came here late Friday evening, just before closing, and we were pleasantly surprised to find a quiet cozy homey oasis from the hustle-bustle of Shibuya.
Read moreThe sweet chili and curry karaage sets were delicious. The chocolate cake was scrumptious — light and sweet. And the lady and man working that night were so friendly, even though we stayed a bit after closing to finish our cake.
The best part : there was no wait !
Pros: Delicious, No wait time !!, Friendly
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carolvegan
Points +4974
Delicious home made food!! - Edit
Staff so friendly, and food is homemade like, so happy to come here and eat!!! Unfortunately found out that they are going to close permanently on 30th April, so must go while still having time!!! Ordered the lotus plate and a portion of chickpeas croquettes, plum wine (wonderful) and red organic vegan wine apple caramel cake, delicious!!! Cozy and very welcoming place, so sad that they will no longer exist... 😢
Read morePros: ALL
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m@earthville
Points +10392
Flavorful curries and sauces - Edit
Lotus Cafe offers a mix of fried comfort food and some healthier options, including fresh greens and whole-grain rice, which we appreciate. We enjoyed their sauces, including their curry and dipping sauces.
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JutaPiraga
Points +559
Nice place for lunch - Edit
Visited LOTUS cafe for lunch. It was a really nice, simple experience - I enjoyed the food there.
Read morePros: Food, Free water
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TomRajagopalan
Points +646
Delicious food and lovely staff - Edit
I wish this place was staying open longer and I'd have a chance to get back when I next visit Tokyo. But I'm glad I managed to get a chance this time.
Read moreThe food is amazing, the staff are super friendly and welcoming and I couldn't recommend this place more!
The portions are well sized and very filling for the cost. The food variety is great as well, with plenty of options and all being tasty and affordable.
I wish the owners and staff the very best for the future ❤️
Pros: Great food, Lovely staff, Affordable
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standagainstallhate
Points +52
Great food, great atmosphere - Edit
Best part was it was easy to find. A good amount of the vegan places are hard to find or are in buildings/stations but we had no trouble. Food was amazing and their homemade ginger ale was so good. The woman at the front and the cook were so sweet. Only regret was not ordering dessert.
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Thekatchats
Points +128
A lovely time - Edit
We both ordered the chicken karage and it was scrumptious. The perfect treat after a long day of walking around Shibuya!
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Funilab
Points +82
Lotus 10 - Edit
Best burger ever, in an amazing location in shibuya
Read morePros: Drink, Coffee, Burger
Cons: Expensive
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khanyisilevdh
Points +158
the most amazing food by the sweetest couple - Edit
I ate here on a monday evening entering the cafe at 21:23, 7 minutes before the kitchen closes I felt bad because there was no one else in the cafe so maybe I was keeping them from going home early but the sweetest couple welcomed me and they were so happy to see me and served me gracefully.
Read moreI had the bibimbap because it said it was the chefs specialty and some kimchi on the side with a hibiscus tea. because I was the only one there I ate my food in peace without looking at my phone just enjoying the moment. as the owners cleaned up the cafe and the most peaceful music was playing. I really felt such joy with every bite. they wanted to know if I liked the food I told them ありがとうございます。いただきます I feel bad because I am extremely introverted and wish I could have conveyed my gratitude to them more clearly.
food was delicious I had the chocolate cake as a dessert it was so perfect took some cookies home with me too. they thanked me for coming and waved me goodbye grateful to have a customer on monday night. I don’t think they realize they made my day with their amazing service 🥹🫶
Updated from previous review on 2025-03-24
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
Read moreWe were truly happy to have you visit, even late in the evening. It means so much to us that you enjoyed your meal and had a peaceful moment in our café. Knowing that our bibimbap, chocolate cake, and cookies brought you joy makes us so grateful.
Your kind words warm our hearts and encourage us We hope to see you again!
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downunderdave
Points +176
Fantastic - Edit
Plenty of choices on the menu, the food was fresh and even the fried food was not oily. And the service was remarkably friendly.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-03-13
Pros: Good was fresh and not oily, Service lovely, English spoken
Cons: None
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank so much for visiting Lotus Cafe Tokyo and sharing such a wonderful review.Your words really encourage us .We look forward to your next visit.Thank you.
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annasili
Points +33
Such a good place - Edit
The Lotus plate is amazing. The carrot cake too. The staff is super friendly. I kept coming back😄
Read moreLotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for visiting our restaurant and posting your wonderful review. Your words really encourage us .We look forward to welcoming you again.
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xinemachine
Points +216
Delicious - Edit
I tried the lotus plate so I could get a little bit of everything. My friend got the karage curry. Both were great. We also got a homemade cola and a homemade ginger ale, which were tasty. We shared some carrot cake for dessert. It wasn’t perfect, but it’s the first vegan carrot cake I’ve ever seen.
Read morePros: Lotus plate
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for coming to our restaurant and sharing your wonderful review.We look forward to your next visit.
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AnitaDollar
Points +5797
yum!! - Edit
I had the joy to try their food at a vegan meetup - all of the dishes were amazing, I could not stop coming back for more of the karaage!
Read moreLotusCafeTokyo
Thank you very much for joining the party at Lotus Cafe Tokyo. We offer a variety of vegan food on regular business days. Please come back and try our food sometime. We look forward to your next visit!
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itsrinokt_
Points +6038
delicious Japanese styled food - Edit
Finally had dinner here! We went on a Friday night around 6:30 pm, and it was empty when we arrived. The food was reasonably priced for the quality, and the desserts were absolutely delicious. I’d love to come back again.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-01-17
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you so much for visiting Lotus Cafe Tokyo and sharing such a wonderful review. Your kind words are truly encouraging for us.
Read moreWe look forward to welcoming you again soon.
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iokan
Points +2098
Good place - Edit
Don't worry! Yes, "Lotus Cafe Tokyo" is located in Shibiya. However, it is located at the quiet side of the station. So don't worry about loud streets and big crowds. The Lotus Cafe is located in a surprisingly very quiet spot at a short walk (5 minutes or less) from Shibuya station. Please notice the restaurant is located below street level, but visible from street level (one has to descent a staircase to enter).
Read moreThe inside of the restaurant looks simple, yet cozy and inviting. The menu is available in English and Japanese. During our visit the waitress spoke some English. We ordered the curry and the bibimpa. My friend said his curry was excellent. My bibimpa was the best I've had in a long time. It is actually served in a traditional hot pot, so it is necessary to move it constantly to prevent the food from burning in place. This means all the ingredients get mixed very well and the unique taste bibimpa taste develops. A herbal soup came as a side dish which was also very enjoyable.
In short: good food, good location, good people.
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-07
Pros: original recipes, quiet location, fair prices
Cons: portions looked bigger on the pictures in the menu
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you so much for visiting us and for posting such a wonderful review.
Read moreAs you mentioned, our café offers a quiet and relaxing atmosphere despite being in Shibuya, allowing guests to enjoy their meals in peace.
We hope to welcome you again soon and look forward to your next visit.
Thank you once again!
itsmeagain
Excellent description.
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LorraineCrowley
Points +414
Fresh and Tasty - Edit
Great menu. Friendly atmosphere and staff. Will visit again for sure.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, English menu available , Lots of cake!
LotusCafeTokyo
Read moreThank you so much for visiting Lotus Cafe Tokyo and sharing your wonderful review. Your kind words truly encourage us. We look forward to welcoming you again!
Guest
JennySklar-Gilbert
Points +40
Yummmy bibimbap! - Edit
Loved this place. Super cute and cozy with a peaceful vibe worthy of its name. I ordered the stone grilled bibimbap and the rice at the bottom of the stone bowl was crispy and scrumptious! Came served with an equally delicious miso soup. Can’t wait to go back😄
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-12-19
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you so much for posting such a beautiful review and giving us 5 stars. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to your next visit!
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jean&joe
Points +17
Lotus plate hits the spot. - Edit
Delicious food & friendly service.
Read morePros: Food, Service, Price
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you so much for coming lotus cafe tokyo and sharing your wonderful review.
Read moreWe are look forward to welcoming you again.
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VeganKing321
Points +56
I like this place - Edit
I ordered the regular plate from Lotus Cafe, along with Karaage and a Korokke sandwich.
Read moreEverything I ordered was delicious. I don’t know much about Hawaiian food, but the combination of the LC plate and the Karaage was wonderful. The Karaage, made with soy-based meat, was a great side dish, and pairing it with the variety of vegetables on the LC plate made for an excellent meal.
Additionally, the Karaage was gluten-free, which was a pleasant surprise. As someone who tries to be mindful of high-gluten or highly processed foods, I really appreciated that.
The Korokke sandwich was also a great option, especially if you’re looking for something convenient to take out.
Updated from previous review on 2024-12-14
Pros: Lotus Cafe plate, Karaage, Korokke sandwich
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for visiting our restaurant and posting such a wonderful review. We really appreciate your kind words.
Read moreWe are look forward to welcoming you again.
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ma_brown
Points +21
Yummmm yum - Edit
Awesome and super cute little spot - highly recommend ok your visit to Tokyo!
Read moreLotusCafeTokyo
Thank you so much for your review!
Read moreI’m so glad you found our restaurant awesome and cute.I’m look forward to your next visiting.
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RosieHernon
Points +133
Really good vegan Japanese cafe food - Edit
I was so sad that Nagi Shokudo was no more but actually this is very similar (apart from the rubbish new name). I had karage curry and it was fragrants, delicious and wholesome. They do their trademark deli dishes seen in the front counter and the staff are really nice. I can't wait to come back for more delicious food.
Read moreLotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for your kind words and for coming to our restaurant.
Read moreI’m glad to hear that you enjoyed our dishes. I’m look forward to seeing you again soon!
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FK123
Points +2467
Had a good time! - Edit
We had some good food at Lotus Café today. I was completly satisfied. Seemed closer to Shibuya Station on the map.
Read moreUnisex toilet. 💜
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for coming Lotus Cafe Tokyo and posting such a wonderful review.I’m really glad you enjoyed the food.
Read moreI’m look forward to your next visiting.
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Brent1982
Points +319
Delicious food, amazing staff - Edit
I would not have found this gem of a restaurant without Happy Cow.
Read moreAll of the food was amazing and the balance of flavours was perfect for me.
I had the curry, carrot cake and a ginger cocktail, which complimented the meal.
I’ll be back here again.
Updated from previous review on 2024-11-01
Pros: Friendly staff , Amazing food, Great prices
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you very much for visiting Lotus Cafe Tokyo and for posting such a wonderful review. It truly means a lot to us. If you return to Japan, please stop by again.
Read morewe look forward to welcoming you back!
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NatashaPerera
Points +142
Bland and disappointing - Edit
This is my first bad review on Happy Cow, and I feel bad because I want to support all the vegan places, but this was such a disappointing experience - especially after seeing all the rave reviews on here. There was a special event going on, which meant that the regular menu was unavailable. Instead, we could choose a "half" ramen and a "half" rice dish with one drink. We chose the nutmeg soy sauce ramen, the gyudon, and the homemade ginger ale. The gyudon was tasty, but the ramen was drowned in nutmeg to the point that you could barely taste anything else, and the little you could taste was extremely bland. Unfortunately, the ginger ale was also heavily flavored with nutmeg, and that made for a terrible nutmeg-infused combination. Maybe we were just unlucky because of the special event menu, but this is not a place we'd ever go back to. The staff was really sweet though.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-27
Pros: Friendly and welcoming staff, Tasty gyudon
Cons: Worst ramen ever, Nutmeg in the ginger ale, Why so much nutmeg??
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for participating in this special event.And thank you for your valuable feedback.We will take it seriously and use it as a reference in the future.
Read morePlease come again on a regular business day.We offer a wide variety of vegan options.
Once again, thank you so much for your valuable and honest feedback.
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blahblah
Points +168
Super - Edit
Went there and it was very nice, went again a few days later and it was actually exceptional.
Read moreNice staff, good vibe and location, but best of all the food was just really fresh and wholesome and well-coordinated.
Pros: Food, Staff
LotusCafeTokyo
Thank you for coming Lotus Cafe Tokyo and posting your wonderful review.We are glad you liked our restaurant .We look forward to your next visiting.
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