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Japanese
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Specializes in udon noodles served with a range of fresh veg sides and spices. Broth specifically listed as vegan option (no dashi). Open Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm. Closed Wed.
67 Reviews
First Review by Liss29
LeToothpick
Points +79
Fine but limited in taste - Edit
This was a bit disappointing. The Udon are fine, but the Whole thing was a bit lacking in taste. For some reason they had fried tofu but not in the vegan meal.
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BryonyDF
Points +114
Fantastic udon noodles - Edit
Lovely traditional restaurant in the heart of Gion. We had the tofu udon noodles which were the best noodles I've ever had... the vegan broth was delicious.
Read morePros: Incredible udon noodles, Tasty vegan broth, Lovely relaxed atmosphere
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Sophie263949
Points +330
Didnt have a good experience, food was just okay - Edit
Have to ask for the vegetarian menu, everyone must order a meal or will be asked to leave. Was intending to share one meal with the noodles & tempura set. Wasnt told until after ordering, was then a very uncomfortable experience with staff after my friend had to leave.
Read moreNo flavor to broth, hard to eat noodles.
Tempura was pretty good.
Updated from previous review on 2026-05-30
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jottsto
Points +384
Not obvious to recognize - Edit
They have a special menu for veggie/vegan. We have had a set with tempura, udon noodles to dip and a traditional dessert. It was very nice and tasty. It’s not obvious to see when you pass by that they do have veggie/vegan options. Habe a close look!
Read morePros: Vegan options, Vegan tempura, sides
Cons: Not easy to see from the street
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zedix
Points +1240
Great noodles, fantastic tempura - Edit
Has a desperate vegetarian menu. Noodles and broth with condiments were super tasty. Tempura was some of the best I’ve tried in Kyoto.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-17
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Japhi16
Points +207
Great everything - Edit
Seperate menu for vegan options. Great food and kind service. Loved the Udon with tempura.
Read morePros: Kind service, Vegeterian menu
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gabi6966
Points +1315
Hit the spot - Edit
The ramen was really tasty and so was the tempura! No complain...was worth the 1h wait.
Read moreI did have to inform them two that they gave me the no vegetarian ramen and tempura with a prawn. However in the end I got the correct food so I was really happy.
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JadeneR
Points +29
If you only try one thing in Kyoto, this should be it. - Edit
I wish I could give 5 stars but the app won't let me. This was one of the best meals I've ever had, anywhere, period. It was amazing, the plating, the service, the price, the taste--all of it was perfect. Wish I could have replaced some of the other places I tried with going here again--it was that good!
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VeggiLulu
Points +4474
Whole grain udon - Edit
The noodles were chewy and had a nice bite to it. The soup was flavourful und the veggies that came with it were fresh.
Read moreThe tempura was very crunchy and the vegetables used tasted delicious!
Good prices for the location, portion size and quality you get.
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charlie-bird
Points +1781
Really good udon! - Edit
Hard to find udon in Japan where you can get a vegan broth. Not only do they offer this but it's delicious! Available hot or cold
Read moreThe vegan menu also includes tempura.
And they do takeaway!
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-24
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PlantChomper
Points +260
Good Udon - Edit
Had the dipping style Udon with vegetable tempura. Broth and Udon are both home made and delicious. Ask for the vegetarian menu. Staff is nice and will explain how to eat the Udon.
Read morePros: English vegeterian/vegan Menu, Vegetable tempura, Friendly Staff
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Julietx
Points +47
Decent vegetarian ramen - Edit
Separate veg menu & serves meat/fish which suited my mixed diet family
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elinerenne_
Points +1184
Recommend, loved it! - Edit
There was a line, but we quickly got a table, worth the wait! Separated vegan menu, good portions and delicious food. Would recommend the vegetable tempura!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Good portions
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jazimm
Points +20
Delicious! - Edit
They have a vegan/vegetarian menu that you can request with multiple items on it. The food was amazing. 5/5!!
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Mimjy
Points +249
Fantastic udon offering for vegans - Edit
It was great to have an udon that came with ingredients beyond soy sauce (bamboo shoots, ginger, eggplant, etc.). The noodles were great, and I also enjoyed the vegetable tempura, especially the Japanese pumpkin, lotus root, and hot pepper.
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crisXxX
Points +55
Delicious - Edit
Eventually a real japaneese udon in vegetarian version. Delicious!
Read morePros: Vegetarian udon, Tempura , The venue
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carlaDH
Points +39
Great! - Edit
Separate veggie menu, we both had the udon and tempura veggie set and loved it! As with a lot of places in Kyoto, be prepared to wait for a while for a table but service was fast and staff friendly
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georgiana.b
Points +54
Great udon and tempura - Edit
Great separate vegetarian menu with many options. All delicious.
Read morePros: Separate menu, Options , Delicious
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JenniferSegal
Points +66
Great udon - Edit
Separate vegetarian menu. Really enjoyed my udon. Presentation was lovely and the service was fast. Waited in line outside but it moved quickly.
Read morePros: Separate menu, Very tasty
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Josephinemil
Points +291
Delicious Vegan Ramen - Edit
Such a lovely place, and amazing food! Have a separate Vegetarian menu and the staff are very helpful!
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mmongey
Points +102
So Good! - Edit
Oh yes. I’d recommend coming thru to this spot. We went by on a Saturday evening and there was no line! Everything was clearly labeled and delicious. They have seasonal veggie tempura that is a real delight, and their udon spice powder will be living rent free in my mind for the coming weeks, I can already tell 😛
Read morePros: Tempura, Udon, Spicy Powder
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GuntupalliDatta
Points +13
Great food, separate menu for vegetarian - Edit
Really good udon. Ask for special menu for vegetarians
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JoannS19
Points +13
Really good option in central location! - Edit
Very helpful that they have both meat and veggie options for mixed parties
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ZacharyBerger
Points +66
Delicious! Full vegan menu available - Edit
DON’T GET SCARED OFF BY THE LONG LINE - IT MOVED REALLY QUICKLY!
Read moreAbsolutely loved this place. Happy cow won’t let me give it 5 stars but that’s what I would rate it.
There is a fully plant based menu available on request, so I was able to order from that and my wife who is not plant based ordered from the traditional menu.
I don’t know how they made vegan udon taste so good, but somehow they did it! Definitely recommend!!
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_ml
Points +180
Super delicious udon! - Edit
May need to queue up for a while if in a group larger than 2 - I went solo and waited 10mins before skipping the line to enter the restaurant. Let the staff know you require the vegetarian menu before you enter. They also serve warm tea upon sitting down. Udon was great, the broth was delicious and tempura was also amazing as well. Seems like this place is quite popular with locals as well.
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SusanHarper
Points +47
Ms - Edit
Best Vegan Udon broth I have ever had. The noodles were perfect as well and the tempura was fantastic. After a morning of lots of walking, it was the perfect lunch.
Read morePros: Incredible food, Beautiful atmosphere , Generous portion size
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igniux
Points +75
Great udon in a cosy restaurant - Edit
Service: you have to be waiting on numbered seats until you get seated at a table. There is an English menu that has a vegetarian part. The staff speaks English fluently enough to take orders.
Read moreAtmosphere: little cosy restaurant with 3 tables and several seats at a bar. There is a second floor, but i didn't see what was there.
Food: has two vegan options. Udon tastes great, single topping is provided. Medium size meal. Has proper spices if you want to give your noodles more flavour
Pros: You can spice up your meal yourself using.. spices
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