• Tel Aviv Kyoto - テルアビブ京都

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Serves meat, vegan options available. Israeli street food restaurant with labeled vegan options. Choices include falafel and a variety of mezze (sharing plates). Open Mon 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm.


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27 Reviews

First Review by NikhilMohta

Paccitaa

Points +69

Vegan
16 Nov 2025

Zionist

We as vegans shouldn’t suport Zionist restaurants. Free Palestine

Chk991

Points +6

Non Veg
22 Oct 2025

Worth five stars

Falafel, Hummus and plenty of salad. Only not vegan because of meat hummus option.

Pros: Tasty, Fun, Unique

mlindt1961

Points +50

Mostly Veg
09 Oct 2025

4 seats and that’s it

We were really looking forward to a nice meal, but the owner just informed us that he only serves at the counter. And there was no space for us. Would just have been nice to indicate on the listing.

VeggiLulu

Points +4083

Herbivore
15 Aug 2025

Good food, but...

The food tastes good and there are a lot of options to choose from. It felt like there was no garlic used in any of the dishes which I found a bit weird.

The owner is friendly and interested in his customers but a bit too much for my taste. It is basically impossible to eat there with somebody without spending at least half your time there talking to the owner. And he is very loud (especially since the room is so small).

It is also pretty expensive.

You don't get free water.

Pros: Good food, Many vegan options

Cons: Expensive, Very loud and extroverted owner, No free water

Heather_

Points +150

Vegan
10 Aug 2025

Ate here multiple times

We ate here multiple times on our trip. It was that good! The owner is hilarious. This has ironically been our favorite restaurant on the trip. I had the hummus (w mushrooms and without), the Greek salad no feta, pita, Israeli salad, cucumber with tahini, etc. all were excellent.

Updated from previous review on 2025-03-27

jcymerman

Points +50

Vegan
08 Aug 2025

Great vegan mediterranean food!

Excellent vegan hummus, falafel and babaganoush! The cafe was so well decorated and the owner so friendly!

Pros: Hummus , Falafel , Other vegan options

TessaHV

Points +16

Vegan
06 Jul 2025

Amazing Israeli Food

Amazing food with lots of vegan and vegetarian options. Moshe is great and the atmosphere is really warm and inviting. Will definitely be coming back, highly recommend!

ramonrs

Points +69

Vegan
24 Sep 2024

Great experience

If you want some change from asian food, this is an excellent choice, food is delicious, the owner cooks your meal right in front of you, and you'll sure have a great time

Speranza61

Points +16

Vegan
18 Sep 2024

Rude, unwelcoming

The owner was incredibly rude, food awful. Please avoid.

chick58

Points +153

Vegetarian
19 May 2024

Delicious meal, but overcharged per menu

The courteous staff was two; the menu was also in English with the prices. Our meal was delicious. While we were eating, three women came in and I told them, "The food is good!" The staff was surprised by my compliment. Later we ordered another pita bread. Afterwards, I asked for the check. Since she was cooking for the women, she signaled for us to wait. When she brought the bill, it only had the total yen --nothing itemized. Since the dollar was worth 150 yen, the total seemed high, but I wasn't paying the bill. About a day and half later, my son revealed that we were overcharged $20-30, but he did not want to make a scene. He thought the woman made a mistake. I think she charged us the women's meals too; maybe she thought I was saying we'd pick up the women's check when I complimented the food. I suggest privately totaling the amount when ordering to avoid any errors.

Pros: Delicious meals freshly cooked, Courteous staff, Menus indicating vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free

Cons: No itemized receipt, Overcharged $20-30

DemiK

Points +18

Vegan
16 May 2024

Israel Izakaya

Had a wonderful meal at this Israeli Izakaya. Limited seating so be prepared to wait, however the meal is worth it. Vegan and vegetarian options are clearly labeled, highly recommend the falafel, pita, mushroom hummus, and baba ghanoush. It's a one man show and was a delightful experience all around.

TravelPanda89

Points +21

Vegetarian
29 Apr 2024

Excellent

Very delicious, fresh and tasteful dishes, love the falafel and pita. Lot of vegetarian options, great host and atmosphere.

Pros: Good food, Friendly , Great choices

rebeccarosefrew

Points +18

Vegan
28 Apr 2024

Delicious food

We had the Tel Aviv salad, babaganoush, Hummus, pita, shakshuka, and falafel, and it was a really good amount for two people. Run by a family who were so friendly and hospitable. We'd definitely go back!

Pros: Really good quality food , Initimate atmosphere , Authentic Middle Eastern flavours

SarahPerlick

Points +15

Vegetarian
20 Apr 2024

Yummy food

Tel Aviv is a small restaurant with a variety of vegan options such as hummus, falafel and a chickpea salad. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming and cozy

Fizz77

Points +34

Vegetarian
17 Apr 2024

Amazing!

Lovely Israeli restaurant with many vegan and vegetarian options clearly marked.

ToniaMoore

Points +166

Vegan
16 Apr 2024

Fantastic falafel, sweet friendly owners

We were so happy to find this place. The vegan items on the menu are clearly grouped and labeled. We had falafels (crisp, hot, fresh), mushroom hummus (the mushrooms are on top of the hummus), pita (fresh and thick but not dense/heavy), Korean style salad, and cocktails — one made with Japanese gin and one with shochu. Even though we had to sit upstairs by ourselves because the small bar was full, the owners made sure we were well taken care of and didn’t feel left out.

veerakrl

Points +28

Vegetarian
15 Apr 2024

Delicious

Great food and nice atmosphere. Owner is Israeli and we had a nice chat. There’s both vegetarian and vegan options. We enjoyed both kind. Shakshuka with egg was delicious and so was the hummus with very good olive oil.

MarleyTyler

Points +1075

Vegan
25 Mar 2024

Amazing salad

We enjoyed a lovely evening chatting with the owner. The food was tasty. Particularly the salad. Lots of delicious ingredients. The falafel were good too.

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-25

steff-anie

Points +20

Vegan
15 Mar 2024

Bar mit Essen

Wir waren zum Abendessen im Tel Aviv. Das Essen wurde frisch für uns zubereitet und war super lecker 😋.
Besonders die super netten Gastgeber sind einen Besuch wert.

Pros: Schnelles frisches Essen , Freundliches Personal, Auswahl

Sedko

Points +13

Vegetarian
14 Mar 2024

Great find

We had a great evening in Moishe‘s Bar/Restaurant. We ate Shakshuka, Hummus, Falafel and an Israeli Salad. Everything was just great! After that we had a chat and a few Drinks with Moishe and some other customers (locals and travellers). That was just an unforgettable evening. Would definitely come again.

Pros: Food, People, Restaurant

OVdl

Points +24

Vegan
14 Feb 2024

Great Israeli food

Restaurant located in a narrow street, close to nishiki market. Offers very good Israeli food like Hummus and Falafel. Great options for vegans and owner is very friendly.

clauds

Points +24

Vegan
31 Jan 2024

Brilliant

I would give this five stars (or more) if the app would let me!

The owner made us feel like old family friends who were coming over for a home cooked meal.

The food was excellent and we would return in a heartbeat. #Veganuary

Pros: Excellent hospitality, Comforting and delicious food, Cozy atmosphere

Jyabolton

Points +16

Herbivore
12 Jan 2024

Great hospitality

Fantastic service and hospitality, felt very welcome. The hosts have great local tips for travellers.

Gwyllie

Points +13

Vegetarian
12 Jan 2024

Amazing staff and food!

The staff are so fun and friendly! We love the homely food and drinks here. Will definitely be coming back!

jesseileen

Points +211

Vegan
01 Jan 2024

Great options, friendly service!

My partner and I had a great night at Tel Aviv sitting at the counter chatting with the lovely owners and another customer. Very homely feel with welcoming hospitality. Food was tasty, especially loved the Falafels, Pita, Hummus & Babaganoush! If busy, you may need to remind them any remaining order items you are waiting for 😊

Forgot to take photos of the rest!

Updated from previous review on 2024-01-01

ogh

Points +40

Vegan
28 Dec 2023

Not just falafs

Nice to change up from all the local food we’ve eaten on the trip. Falafel was moist and babaganoush delicious.

Pros: Falaf, Baba g, Dude who runs the place

NikhilMohta

Points +73

Vegetarian
26 Dec 2023

Lovely food, gracious host

A quaint little (large by Japanese standards) restaurant opened by Moshe! 18-20 seater with a lovely ‘eat-at-the-bar’ option as well as a proper table option! Lovely food, with lots of vegetarian and vegan options!

We tried the hummus, falafel, pita bread, Israeli salad and caprese! All were totally fresh and very tasty! We also ordered Tofu Steak - basically chunks of tofu fried on the pan and with some lovely sauce!

Equally interesting is Moshe’s backstory. Travelling in India (20 years ago after finishing his schooling in Israel), he met his wife at a guesthouse in Manali! They traveled together for 2 months post that and she asked him to come back to Kyoto with her. She broke off her then existing engagement and married Moshe! Both have 2 lovely children now! Since then Moshe has been living in Kyoto!

Pros: Hummus, Tofu Steak, Falafel




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