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Uses only 100% plant-based ingredients, with a focus on carefully selected Kyoto vegetables from producers all over the country. Gluten-free choices are available. The lunch menu changes every day but could include salads, soups, dumplings, desserts and drinks. Address in Japanese: 祇園町北側313-7. Open Mon-Sat 12:30pm-7:30pm, Sun 12:30pm-7:00pm. Check Instagram for hours as hours vary.
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Higashiyama Gionmachi Kitagawa 313-7, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0073
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Last update on 12 Dec 2024 by Guest
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Added by AnnaZirael on 17 Sep 2022
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143 Reviews
First Review by AnnaZirael
whyme@
Points +296
Wholesome and delightful - Edit
Service for takeaway was great. Our needs were catered for even when the restaurant was fully seated - someone came out to take our order seconds we were there. Take-out costs an extra 200yen per pack (reasonable). Our order was ready within 10mins. The food was delicious - as previous reviews stated. 5 out of 5 stars, easily.
Read morePros: Vegan dumplings!!, Taste, Healthy option (rice and salad sides)
Guest
aer1731
Points +68
So fresh and amazing flavors - Edit
We had the dumpling course which came with salad, rice and dumplings. The food was so fresh and delicious. The owner was delightful as well. We finished the meal with their vegan desserts. Also delicious! The restaurant itself is down an alley and only has 8 seats. Very intimate but worth the visit.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-23
Pros: All vegan , Friendly atmosphere , Quiet
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Akira
Points +87
Vegan, delicious, cosy - Edit
This small counter-top restaurant only seats 8 people, has delicious options that base on a big salad with something on the side. There’s no bad choices. Loved it!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-18
Pros: Big salad, Quick delivery, Rich ingredients
Cons: Hard to find, Small (should be laaarge!) ha ha, They close then they run out of ingredients
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tordson
Points +15
Best vegan dumplings :) - Edit
A true gem! The vegan dumplings were great and incredibly flavorful and freshly made. The owners were kind and welcoming. We had a lovely conversation and even got some more recommendations for restaurants in the area ❤️
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-08
Pros: Freshly made dumplings, Lovely owners, Comfy place
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Punabob
Points +141
Thoroughly enjoyed this tiny place - Edit
Run by a couple who prepare the food right in front of you if you sit at the bar. We had the ginger vegan pork(?) and dumplings and both were excellent. Friendly couple. I really enjoy supporting special little finds like Zirael!
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VegKaty
Points +54
Vibrant - Edit
The food is delicious and wholesome. We appreciated the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, the staff was so nice!!! Had to visit twice when we stayed in Kyoto.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-23
Pros: Friendly , Healthy, Happy
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Amie204
Points +70
Super nice food - Edit
The dumplings with rice and salad were super nice. Maybe could have had a bit of soy sauce for the rice, but it was also good without it. Staff was very friendly too.
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NaomiFain
Points +43
Really good - Edit
Everything was great. Really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere
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domi17
Points +222
Wow! - Edit
Really good food and very nice owner☺️.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-08
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cboles
Points +36
Zirael - Edit
Dumplings were incredible! One of my favourite meals that I’ve had in Japan so far! Staff were so lovely!! Would 100% recommend 🌱
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-02-25
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naftalibechar
Points +32
Wow - Edit
Such tasty place in an intimate environment nice staff perfect lunch
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-01-08
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HannahJM
Points +23
Perfect lunch spot - Edit
Beautifully presented fresh and healthy lunch plate. Perfectly crispy soy meat and flavorful dumplings. After set plates we enjoyed canele and banana cake! Small quiet restaurant in a hidden alley. Friendly staff. Must visit!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-12-28
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Manpreeth_Nishter
Points +112
Delicious - Edit
Quick service, amazing food and 100% vegan restaurant.
Read morePros: Food, Quick service
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joannathevegan
Points +112
Top Place - Edit
The menu is simple and it can only fit 6 people at the same time but the food is 10 out of 10! Fresh vegetables, delicious gyozas and very chocolatey cake. The chef is preparing the food in front of you and when they serve you your meal, they explain what you have on the plate. 100% recommend the place 👌🏻
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-23
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SigiGolan
Points +52
Lovely - Edit
Such a great place. The staff were nice and the conversations were interesting. The food was versatile and healthy.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-21
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visnjaj
Points +156
Fresh ingredients - Edit
Cosy restaurant in Kyoto, I had a decent salad with dumplings and rice, and a rich chocolate cake. It was nice chatting with the staff. Interestingly, I did have to ask for the chopsticks. :D
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-12
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Ac9999
Points +163
Amazing - Edit
The owner and staff were so nice but most importantly the food was amazing! The dumplings were the best I’ve had in Japan and the salad was dare I say the best salad I’ve ever had!
Read morePros: Staff, Dumplings
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EstherPamela
Points +36
Best food in Japan - Edit
Everything was absolutely fresh, beautifully laid out, and delicious. Creative use of "soy meat" to produce Japanese delicacies. It's a small place and we had to wait in line, but so worth it.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-10
Pros: Absolute freshness of salad vegetables, Beautifully laid out on the plate, Friendly, welcoming owner and staff
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FrogSoda
Points +1047
Lovely People, Wonderful Food! - Edit
We found this place on Happy Cow and it was excellent! We were looking for something light so the salad option was really nice—it’s super filling though, and very tasty. The restaurant is pretty small with maybe enough seats for 10 people at most, but still very comfortable and it didn’t feel crowded somehow. The owners and young chef are fluent in English (and a variety of other languages) and very friendly. It was really nice chatting with them during dinner (there’s a bar that separates you from the grill and kitchen, so they are cooking in front of you the whole time) and the conversations are fun and interesting! The vibes were so positive! We really enjoyed it! Overall, it’s a great opportunity to meet some amazing locals and eat some delicious vegan food.
Read morePros: Food was excellent , Staff and owners are kind and great company
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Hanna1709
Points +31
Cute and tasty - Edit
Very good Restaurant. We had the dumplings ans fried soy meat plate and it was amazing. And the chocolate cake too! The plates come with salad and rice.
Read moreAbsolutely recommend it.
Pros: Atmosphere, Food, Dessert
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hvb97
Points +139
Lovely salad - Edit
Very nice small place tucked away from the centre. Owners are very kind too.
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veggiedawwg
Points +936
Me favourite spot 😭 - Edit
First off — the food is unbelievable. I’m a big salad guy and the salad is like nothing I’ve ever seen or tasted in a restaurant anywhere in the world. The meats are unreal. But the staff — I have them on Instagram and we are now friends haha. One of them gifted me a freaking bracelet and little Winnie the Pooh plushy keychain that I use to safekeep my kindle remote. We ate here every night we were in Kyoto!! Highly recommend
Read morePros: The staff and owner , The food/prices, The vibes
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WendyLo
Points +1060
Nice food with friendly staff - Edit
Serve 4-5 types of dishes. Nice food. Vegetables are fresh.
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MarcB.
Points +64
Leider unberechenbar - Edit
Das Restaurant schreibt auf seiner Webseite, dass das Essen begrenzt ist und man auf Google Maps die Öffnungszeiten prüfen solle. Dies taten wir um 18 Uhr. Die Öffnungszeiten waren bis 19 Uhr angegeben. Um 18:20 Uhr war das Restaurant bereits geschlossen und eine Mitarbeiterin schickte innerhalb von Minuten mehrere Gruppen mit Tipps für andere Restaurants wieder weg. Wenn man schon schreibt, dass die Gäste vorher Google Maps prüfen sollen (was an sich schon ziemlich nervig ist), dann sollte man die Angaben auch ungefähr einhalten. Oder einfach Reservierungen einführen, damit so etwas nicht passieren kann.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-10-04
Cons: Es gab kein Essen mehr.
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helen_ianson
Points +29
Great find! - Edit
Fresh food and very friendly service.
Read moreAll dishes came with rice and a tasty salad.
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-01
Pros: Vegan food and a few good options, Service super friendly, Minimal wait
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LisiusCosta
Points +23
Excellent vegan restaurant!! - Edit
Excellent food, staff very nice and kind.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-08-15
Pros: Food, Staff, Location
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Florentincheeen
Points +16
Amazing Experience - Edit
The delicious food, that i really couldn’t get enough of, and the incredibly nice people made this restaurant-visit one of my best experiences in Japan overall!!
Read moreTIP: The entrance is a bit hidden (but of course the small search is definitely worth it)
Pros: Excellent food, balanced plates , Cozy Vibe , Friendly and open staff
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