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Ikuri
30 Shichiku Kamhorikawa-cho, Kita-ku Kyoto-shi ~ : +81-754943343
Moderate -- Vegan, Organic, Raw, Beer/Wine, Fusion, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Vegan brunch cafe offering salads, soups, buckwheat noodles, burgers, raw cakes, tarts, sourdough toasts, and smoothies. Address in Japanese: 北区紫竹上堀川町30番地. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 9:00am-5:00pm, Wed-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

AIN SOPH.Journey
538-6, Nakanocho, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-752511876
Moderate -- Vegan, International, Japanese, Organic, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Fusion -- Additional Info: Kyoto branch of Ain Soph vegan restaurant from Tokyo, opened here in 2018. Features plant-based fusion cuisine. Sample dishes such as mushroom hayashi rice, taco rice, and green curry with brown rice. For dessert try matcha pancakes, creme brulee, vegan cheesecake, or ice cream soda. Lunchtime food is served till 4pm. Note that a minimum is required for card payment. Often closed for dinner various days of the week so check their Instagram for details or call in advance. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 9:00am-4:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:30am-4:00pm, Fri-Sun 9:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Ajiro
Ukyo-ku, Kyoto Teranomae-cho, 28-3 ~ : +81-754630221
Expensive -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: Shoujin ryori (Japanese Buddhist cuisine) and Japanese style seating. At 京都市右京区寺の前町28-3, JR Hanazono, or Kyoto bus stop before Myoshin 61,62,63. Reopened March 2025. Mon-Tue 11:00am-9:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ayasai - 采菜
16-3 Nishinokyo Nagamotocho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-7089401831
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Est. end of March 2025. Fully vegan restaurant near Nijo Castle. Offering different kinds of ramen with obanzai vegetables. Japanese sake is recommended. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Gallery San 燦
673-6 Suhamachō, Shimogyo Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan, Western, Take-out -- Additional Info: Small contemporary vegan cafe offering pastas, sandwiches, salads, cakes, coffee and specialty teas. Bookings via https://autoreserve.com/en/restaurants/fnbV2LT8Re3wv7xHk4Vn. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Planet
447-4 Kajiicho (at Kamigyo Ward) ~ : +81-755854868
Moderate -- Vegan, Pizza, Italian, Take-out, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Fully vegan restaurant featuring pizzas and desserts, opened by the owner of Choice cafe. Cash only. Mon-Tue 9:00am-6:00pm, Thu-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Ren - Kamigyo
28-217 Masuyacho ~ : +81-753848112
Moderate -- Vegan, Chinese, Taiwanese -- Additional Info: An all-vegan casual restaurant specializing in Taiwanese cuisine, in particular herbal dishes and hot pot. No onion or garlic used. Has other locations. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Ren - Nakagyo
12-7 Mibubōjōchō, Nakagyo ~ : +81-754968182
Moderate -- Vegan, Chinese, Taiwanese -- Additional Info: Casual restaurant specializing in Taiwanese cuisine, in particular herbal dishes and hot pot. Food is all vegan, no onion or garlic used. Mon-Sat 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

CHOICE
89-1 Sanjo Street, Ohashi-cho, Higashiyama-ku ~ : +81-757621233
Moderate -- Vegan, American, Pizza, Japanese, Macrobiotic, Western, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Gluten-free vegan restaurant located a short walk east of Keihan Sanjo station. Menu items include fermented vegan cheese (also for sale), veggie burgers, soups, brown rice risotto, organic pasta, quiche, pancakes, raw cake, smoothies, hot drink. No fried food. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 9:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm, Thu-Sun 9:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Da Maede & Lapis
36 Tamaya-cho, Senbon Chubu Sales, Kamigyo-ku ~ : +81-754655258
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: A vegan sushi restaurant. Has a several course fixed menu which includes sushi and other Japanese dishes. Reservations required three days in advance. NOTE: Please verify if still fully vegan. Reservations: https://select-type.com/rsv/?id=WHMAdJ-BFpg Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon 12:00pm-2:30pm, 5:30pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sun 5:30pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-2:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Daitokuji Ikyu
20 Daitokuji Mae, Murasakino, Kita-ku ~ : +81-754930019
Expensive -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: Daitokyu offers vegan Shojin Ryori. Address in Japanese: 京都府京都市北区紫野大徳寺下門前町20. Reservations required. Mon-Sun 10:00am-4:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Fune Ethical Lifestyle
717-1 Fukuyacho, Nakagyoku ~ : +81-757462067
Moderate -- Vegan, International, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Casual vegan cafe serving porridge, fermented vegetables, raw cakes, matcha, tea and coffee. Menu is healthy, mostly organic, and probiotic-focused. Located on the ground floor of a traditional Kyoto-style Machiya townhouse, with an event space for rent on the second floor. Has a small retail section offering hand-made hemp clothing, vegan-friendly goods, and Japanese interior items. The business concept is “Born on earth, return to earth.” Last cafe order is 5PM. NOTE: Reported that retail section is vegetarian and not vegan. Mon-Tue 12:00pm-6:00pm, Thu-Sun 12:00pm-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Gen 玄
127 Keikaincho, Kamigyo-ku ~ : +81-8024009659
Inexpensive -- Vegan, Japanese, Western, Take-out, Fusion, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Takeaway vegan shop offering biscuits, traditional cakes, doria, latte, pie, and lunch foods like sandwiches and pasta. Food is gluten-free. Location west of Doshisha University. Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Haku Un An
30 Yonbokatsu, Gokasho ~ : +81-774320700
Expensive -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: Traditional Japanese buddhist zen cuisine (shojin ryori). Affiliated with and located opposite the Manpukiji temple and set in a picturesque zen garden. Serves set course meals in the fuccha ryori style. Reservations may be required. Reservations required. Mon-Wed 11:00am-4:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Hobodo Cafe
Sakyō-ku, Shōōjichō, 452 ~ : +81-8073253697
Inexpensive -- Vegan, International, Japanese, Fusion -- Additional Info: 喫茶ホーボー堂 cafe and book shop serving Japanese dishes with international influence. Menu changes frequently. Meal sets service starts at 11am and includes miso soup with assorted little salads and tofu dishes. Serves Japanese sweets and coffee. Accepts credit cards. Fri-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Ichimonjiya Wasuke
69 Imamiya-cho, Murasakino, Kita-ku ~ : +81-754926852
Inexpensive -- Vegan, Take-out -- Additional Info: Est. around 1965. Shop selling only aburi mochi. Small pieces of mochi on skewers, grilled & served with a sweet white miso sauce. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Tue 10:00am-5:00pm, Thu-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Itadakizen
Kamigyō-ku, Nibanchō 199-1 ~ : +81-9060375692
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Macrobiotic, Organic, Beer/Wine, Take-out -- Additional Info: Vegan Japanese restaurant with branches in Japan and UK. Serves Japanese classics like grilled onigiri, vegan sushi, noodles, and tofu-steaks. Hours fluctuate so be sure to call ahead. Reservations recommended. Accepts credit cards. Thu 6:00pm-9:30pm, Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 6:00pm-9:30pm, Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Kitten Company
Karasuma St, Gojostreet 294-1 ~ : +81-753441591
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: Tea house also offering vegan cake and light food. No coffee or smoking. Sells hand-made art. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Komorebi Kitchen
Kuenin Maecho, 673-1, Nakagyo Ward ~ :
Expensive -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: Fully vegan fine dining menu. Ingredients are gathered from local farms. Collaboration with zero waste kyoto. Serves an 8-course menu filled with Japanese flavors and ingredients. Relocated from 128-91 Shimogamo Miyazakicho, Sakyo Ward. Fri-Sat 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Kousagisha Cafe
Kino building 113 Jodoji Kamibambacho, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-757617707
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Organic -- Additional Info: Serves contemporary vegan Japanese food, drinks, and dessert in a light-filled, modern setting above an art gallery. Menu options include a generous sampler plate, pickled vegetables, curry, rice balls, tofu cake & ice cream, tea, coffee, sake, wine, beer. Operated by the owner-chef of the traditional yuba-don restaurant Hale in the Nishiki Market, it's a welcoming vegan alternative in northern Kyoto, not far from Kyoto University & Kyoto Art & Design College. Food served until 3pm. Wed-Sat 11:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

KU-KAI Cafe and Deli
695 Higashikawarachō, Higashiyama Ward (at Chishakuin) ~ : +81-755253181
Moderate -- Vegan, American, Indian, Macrobiotic, Organic, Raw, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, British, Brazilian -- Additional Info: A vegan Japanese restaurant. Serves curry, hot pot dishes and carrot cake; popular even among non-vegans. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 11:30am-9:30pm, Thu-Sat 11:30am-9:30pm, Sun 11:30am-6:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

L'atelier de Mie - ラトリエ ドゥ ミィ
214-10 Chojo Higashimachi, Kita Ward ~ : +81-9078805099
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Catering, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Deli and cafe in a Kyoto traditional house serving Japanese bentos and sides for takeaway or dine-in. Offers vegan bentos with soy cabbage nuggets, chickpea spring rolls, soy meat patties & oatmeal patties with various side dishes and brown rice, as well as a vegan & gluten-free quiche and cookies. Gluten-free vegan bentos can be made upon request. Address in Japanese 京都市北区鞍馬口新町東入る下る長乗東町214-10 京町家OriOri. Accepts credit cards. Wed-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Little-Heaven
8-29 Saganohirakichou, Ukyo ~ : +81-757772500
Expensive -- Vegan, Pizza, Japanese, Organic, Western, Beer/Wine, Fusion -- Additional Info: Upscale vegan restaurant located minutes from Katabiranotsuji station on the Arashiyama line, or 10 minutes from Uzumasa station on Sanin line. Single lunch is open Wed-Sat. Course meals Wed-Sun only. Closed for lunch when offering cooking course. Open with a reservation system for course meals during Autumn leaves. NOTE April 2025: Reported to be offering only set menus, will resume course meals from April 18th, 2025. The set menu consists of appetizer, soup, homemade bread, salad, main dish, 7 pieces of vegetable sushi, dessert and an after-meal drink. Reservations are required in advance. Make reservations through their website reservation page. Reservations cannot be made by phone. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

M's Bento
9-4 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan, Macrobiotic -- Additional Info: A vegan macrobiotic restaurant. Serves bento boxes including rice, whole grains, vegetables, and healthy food. Uses high high quality ingredients. Tue-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

MERCY Vegan Factory - Kyoto Station
Shimogyo Ward, Kamayacho 3, Elite Inn Kyoto Station B1F ~ : +81-7022842124
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Gluten-free, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Fully vegan restaurant est. Sept 2024. Serves vegan karagge (fried "chicken"), sushi rolls, kimpa, baked goods and desserts. Franchise location of MERCY Vegan Factory from Osaka. Located on B1F of the Elite Inn Kyoto Station hotel. 10 mins walk from JR Kyoto Station. Accepts credit cards. Mon 8:30am-5:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Thu 8:30am-5:00pm, Wed-Sun 6:00pm-10:00pm, Fri 8:30am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Mumokuteki Vegan Cafe
2F 261 Shikibucho Nakagyoku ~ : +81-752137733
Moderate -- Vegan, American, Japanese, Take-out, Fusion -- Additional Info: Vegan restaurant and cafe serving a large menu of Japanese specialities such as ramen, katsu lunch sets, omurice, curry, cake, parfaits, and more. Located on the Teramachi-dori covered shopping street. Enter through the Mumokuteki lifestyle store and go up to the 2nd floor. Has table, counter and armchair seating, plus a spacious area for families with children. Lunch is served all afternoon. Last order is 1 hour before closing. NOTE: Please verify if still fully vegan. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 11:30am-8:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Natural Food Village
202 Shirakawa St ~ : +81-757123372
Moderate -- Vegan, Indian, International, Organic, Take-out, French, Fusion, Pan-Asian -- Additional Info: Est. 2001, the oldest vegan restaurant in Kyoto. Vegetables are purchased from nearby farmers. Music events and live performances. Has an English menu. Address: 左京区一乗寺築田町95 第一メゾン白川202. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Padma
8 2-1 Shimotsutsumicho, Sakyo Ward (at Emisu Building Second Floor) ~ : +81-757087707
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Macrobiotic, Organic, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Kyoto-style Japanese organic restaurant at 恵美須ビル, near Jingu Marutamachi Station. Serves vegan meals plus sake and herbal refreshments. Hosts music and events. Reported fully vegan January 2025. Cash only. Tue-Wed 12:00pm-7:00pm, Fri-Sun 12:00pm-7:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Pettirosso
Izumo Rate Honmachi 108-95, Kita Ward ~ : +81-755855455
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Organic, Mediterranean, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Vegan cafe offering Mediterranean and Japanese pre-fix menu, soft drinks, natural wines, sake, beers and spirits. Also offers house-made vegan cakes and desserts to take away and hosts monthly vegan events. Uses seasonal vegetables from local farmers. Fully vegan as of May 2023. Previously located at Tominokōjidōri Shimogyō-ku 92-2. Accepts credit cards. Wed-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Rire Lien
64 Nishiirukagiyamachi Marutamachidori Nakagyoku ~ : +81-9058992688
Moderate -- Vegan, Italian, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Fully vegan restaurant serving seasonal vegetable food, Italian, Japanese, omakase course, Italian pasta gratin, kamadaki gohan & others. Drinks include natural wine, beer, tea. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-7:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Ryoanji Yudofu - Seigenin
13 Goryonoshita-machi, Ryoanji, Ukyo-ku (at /off Shimei Dori Rdi, near Gold Pavillion) ~ : +81-754624742
Expensive -- Vegan, Buddhist -- Additional Info: Last order taken at 4:30pm. Named Ryoanji Yudofu (Ryoanji Seven Herb Tofu, in English), because its famous dish is yudofu (boiled tofu with vegetables and seven herbs). The restaurant is inside the Ryoanji Temple area, in the Seigenin building (a minor temple attached to the main temple and situated by the Kyoyoike pond- a 1000-year-old Koi pond). English menu available. Nice food and setting. Address in Japanese: 京都府京都市右京区龍安寺御陵ノ下町13. Secondary number: +81-75-4622216. Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Saishoku Ryouri F - Vegan Restaurant F
327-2 Kagiyacho, Shimogyo Ward (at Enter Kagiyacho-dori Karasuma West) ~ : +81-757086978
Moderate -- Vegan, International, Western -- Additional Info: Adults only vegan restaurant serving a combination of fusion courses. Located a 2 minute walk from Gojo subway station. Reservations required. Wed-Sun 11:30am-1:30pm, 6:00pm-7:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Silver Backs Cafe
Higashiyama Ward, Tokiwacho, 459-15 ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Take-out, Asian, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Est. Dec. 2023. A cafe located two streets from Kiyomizu Dera. Casual vibe with a friendly, warm owner who can speak a little English. Offers traditional Kyoto style Obanzai set, vegan grilled meat set, nachos, Vietnamese pho, and more. Vegan desserts too including parfait and fried banana. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Wed 11:30am-7:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-7:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Smoothie etc.
Tenshojimaecho, 532−2, Nakagyo Ward (at 2nd floor) ~ : +81-752120776
Inexpensive -- Vegan, Japanese, Western, Bakery -- Additional Info: Address in Japanese 京都市中京区天性寺前町532 北原ビル2F. One floor above the well signed Tamisa Yoga. Small vegan cafe and health food shop. Cafe serves smoothies, smoothie bowl, light meals, muffins and raw cake. Reported to open later than stated times, check ahead. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Fri-Sun 9:00am-3:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Stardust
41 Shichiku Shimotakedonocho, Kita Ward ~ : +81-752867296
Moderate -- Vegan, International, Japanese -- Additional Info: Food is all vegan. Good ambiance though not suitable for large parties. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 11:00am-6:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Sumekamicha
Kyoto Fushimi Inari OICY Village, Fl. 1, 13-5 Fukakusa Ichinotsubocho ~ : +81-755857238
Inexpensive -- Vegan, Japanese, Take-out, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Est. March 2025. A fully vegan dessert cafe - a short one-minute walk from Keihan Fushimi Inari Station. Offers tea from “Hiyoshicha”, the oldest tea plantation in Japan, located in Sakamoto, Otsu City. Serves skewered cream daifuku dumplings, ice creams such as matcha, hojicha, berry and lychee gelato, bergamot & cacao sorbet. Drinks such as lattes made with rice koji milk, and high-quality teas. Please note that the store is in an alley, so it is easily missed (see photos for details). Outdoor seating. Mon-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Tardes - /タルジス
Yoshida ~ : +81-8047031667
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Vegan wine-bar that serves food such as mixed platter, dumplings, tofu-stew, chocolate cake, and more. Also serves tea and coffee. One drink per customer minimum. Cash only. Mon 3:00pm-11:00pm, Wed-Sun 3:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Tenryuji Temple Shigetsu
68 SuzukinoBaba-cho, Saga Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku ~ : +81-758829725
Expensive -- Vegan -- Additional Info: Vegetarian food (Shojin Ryori) located inside Sogen Garden of the Tenryu-ji temple, Arashiyama. Garden admission fee is 500 Yen. Address in Japanese: 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場68. Reservations required. Mon-Sun 11:00am-2:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

The Kind
2 Chome-84 Honmachi ~ :
Inexpensive -- Vegan, International, Organic, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Vegan cafe and health food shop. Offers mushroom & hummus on toast, plant-based eggs on toast, lentil soup, chia pudding, coffees and more. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 8:30am-11:30am -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Tofu Restaurant Saigen-in
Ryoanji Goryonoshitacho, Ukyo Ward ~ : +81-754624742
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: A vegan, traditional tea house serving hot pot tofu with small side dishes. Lovely view into the garden. Located in the grounds of Ryōan-ji so ticket needs to be bought for a small fee to enter the garden. Cash only. Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

TOVIRA – トビラ
38-6 Takano Shimizucho, Sakyo Ward (at Kawabata St) ~ : +81-8030683003
Inexpensive -- Vegan, Organic, Raw, Beer/Wine, Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin, Brazilian -- Additional Info: Vegan restaurant with the concept of 'imaginary tribal cuisine.' Offers meals, raw sweets, house-roasted organic coffee, Brazilian Amazon fruit shakes, post gyoza & pastel, Eastern falafel, raw cakes and more. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

TU CASA - Zero waste & Plant based トゥ・カサ
414-4, Miyagawasuji 8-Chōme ~ : +81-7054381488
Moderate -- Vegan, Beer/Wine, Korean -- Additional Info: Korean restaurant serving bibimbap, baked goods, and more. There is a zero-waste store on site. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 3:00pm-7:30pm, Thu-Fri 3:00pm-7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm-7:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

UNO RAMEN - Sanjo
155 Okikucho, Sakyo Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Macrobiotic, Asian, French, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Est. March 10, 2025. Fully vegan & fully gluten-free sushi & izakaya restaurant that serves soy milk ramen and Japanese cuisine. Also offers okara creamy croquettes, gyoza, dimsum, creme brulee. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Uno Yukiko - Gion Soy Milk Ramen - ぎをん豆乳らーめん うのゆきこ
40 Kameicho ~ : +81-755513954
Expensive -- Vegan, Japanese -- Additional Info: Fully vegan ramen restaurant serving three different kinds of ramen with a soy milk base. Completely free of garlic, leeks, chives, rakkyo, and onions. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Veg Out
west side of Shichijyo-Bride of The Kamo River ~ : +81-757481124
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Macrobiotic, Organic, Western, Fast food, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Breakfast -- Additional Info: River facing restaurant directly across the bridge from Shichijo urban rail station. Serves breakfast until midday, lunch from 12-3pm, cafe menu 3-6pm with last orders at 5:30pm. All vegan starters, mains, desserts, alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks. Check Facebook in advance as they will sometimes close early if sold out. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Vegan Izakaya Masaka (ヴィーガン 居酒屋 真さか)- Kyoto
446-1, Kichimonjicho ~ : +81-756002979
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Kyoto branch of a Tokyo-based vegan izakaya (Japanese pub or bar) tucked away in a side street. Menu consists of vegan fried chicken, gyozas, cold dishes like potato salad, rice and mapo tofu. Serves alcohol and some vegan beers. Mon 12:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Vegan Izakaya NIJIYA 虹屋
287, Minamikurumayacho Nakagyo ~ : +81-757417411
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out -- Additional Info: Traditional vegan Japanese restaurant, which specialises in chazuke, a simple Japanese dish made by pouring green tea, dashi, or hot water over cooked rice. Accompany dishes may include stewed shiitake mushrooms, housemade nijiya seaweed, and nama-fu, grilled gluten in a vegan dashi stock. Address in Japanese: 中京区南車屋町２８７　木屋町会館１階. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 5:30pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Vegan Ramen Towzen
13-4 Shimogamo Higashi Takagicho, Matsugasaki ~ : +81-757035731
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Ramen maker established since 2004 and is fully vegan since 2018. Does not use the five pungent spices. Offers a few flavors of ramen, eggplant-sushi, cakes for desserts, and complimentary tea. Reservations for dinner are recommended, guests should use LINE app - no inquiries by phone. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 11:30am-2:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 6:00pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Vegan Ramen UZU Kyoto
Nakagyō-ku, Umenokichō, 146 ~ : +81-8076036106
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Asian -- Additional Info: Vegan ramen restaurant. Also serves sushi, salad and appetizers. Reservations receive priority and are recommended. Tue-Fri 12:00pm-1:30pm, 5:30pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Vegan Sushi Kyoto
Higashi-Kiamachi Bldg., Shimokoriki-cho, Chukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan, Japanese, Japanese Traditional Style Obanzai-gozen and Sushi Set -- Additional Info: Est. March, 2025. Sister store of Vegan Sushi Tokyo. Fully vegan restaurant serves Obanzai-Gozen and traditional sushi set using vegetables and other ingredients unique to Japan. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 12:30pm-4:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

VeganLife SoiSoi
44 Shin-Mito Kurochi, Kyotanba-cho, Funai-gun - 船井郡京丹波町新水戸黒地44−番地 ~ : +81-9012213693
Moderate -- Vegan, International, international cuisine -- Additional Info: Est. April 2023. A vegan restaurant in nature in the countryside. Serves lunch, sweets and drinks. Has an international cuisine of the month, including Indian, Greek, Chinese, etc. (Difficult to find. If you need help, DM. Please send HappyCow an update if you know their hours.) Reservations required. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Vegginy
611 Tachibana-cho, Nakagyo-ku -京都市中京区橘町611番地 バインオークトゥエルブ地下南側, (at Northwest of Sanjo-Kawabata) ~ : +81-757464222
Moderate -- Vegan, International, Take-out, Asian -- Additional Info: Restaurant with a selection of sandwiches, burgers, and sweet treats. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 12:00pm-3:00pm, Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-2:30pm, 5:30pm-7:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Zirael Vegan Restaurant
Higashiyama Gionmachi Kitagawa 313-7 ~ : +81-5058734845
Moderate -- Vegan, International, Take-out, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: 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. Mon-Sat 12:30pm-7:30pm, Sun 12:30pm-7:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

alt. coffee roasters
28-4 Shinsenencho Nakagyo-ku ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Western, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Specialty coffee roaster serving vegan food with gluten free options such as cakes, cookies, granola and bagel sandwiches. Dairy used in coffee but can be replaced with soy milk. Beans roasted in-house. Call ahead to confirm. Mon-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Millet
1118 Shizuichishizuharacho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757413303
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Pizza, Japanese, Organic -- Additional Info: Serves a multi course vegan lunch in the light-filed airy ground floor of a rustic renovated farmhouse in a village close to Kyoto, on bus line 34. Menu includes grilled vegetables, tofu, quiche, squash soup, salad, pizza, apple & sweet potato tart, herb tea, coffee. Dining room overlooks the hosts' farmland. Hosts art exhibits, music performances, and workshops on bread baking, herb cultivation, traditional crafts. Reservations required. Cash only. Mon 11:00am-4:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Tea Terrace
44-21 Bishamoncho ~ : +81-757462188
Moderate -- Ovo, International, Japanese -- Additional Info: Previously vegan friendly - now it is vegetarian & vegan only. Revamped menu including ramen, soy burgers, curry, mochi, yuba yuzu ramen, vegetable curry, mitarashi dango and others. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Chocho Kobaru Coffee
52-7 Shimokawara-cho, Nanzenji, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-757515202
Moderate -- Lacto, International, Organic, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Small restaurant close to Nanzenji. Offers vegan pancake, cake, sandwich and vegan soft serve ice cream with fruits. Address in Japanese: 京都府 京都市左京区南禅寺下河原町52-7. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 10:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Fushimi-Inari Hirano Seishoan
27-20 Fukakusa Ichinotsubocho, Fushimi Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Take-out -- Additional Info: Japanese sweets "Wagashi " and a Matcha cafe. Wagashi, a Mitarashi dango (mochi), and a Warsbimochi are vegan and gluten free. Mitarashi syrup contains soy sauce which contains wheat. Matcha latte has plant-milk option. Accepts credit cards. Mon 10:00am-5:00pm, Wed-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Gomacro
67-3 Jinmei-cho, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-752575096
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Macrobiotic, Honey -- Additional Info: Vegetarian cafe with a small food item retail area. Serves 3 set meals all day, plus approx. 10 portions / day of a lunchtime special. Desserts also available. Fully vegan except honey in some items. Has a macrobiotic cooking school on the 2nd floor, with classes sometimes offered in English. Address in Japanese: 〒604-8207 京都府京都市 中京区神明町67-3. Last orders 5pm. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Gorey Cafe
Sakyō-ku, Jōdoji Nishidachō 82-1, Imadegawa ~ : +81-752036296
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Italian, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Fusion -- Additional Info: Vegetarian pasta and curry restaurant. Serves coffee, beer and wine. Est. 2017. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Hachidori Table
〒601-8471 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Hachijocho, 438 ~ : +81-752010083
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese -- Additional Info: Vegetarian restaurant serving mostly vegan food. Also has a little shop with vegan products. The menu changes each week. Check on Instagram. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Hale
Nishiki-dori, 198-1 (at Nishiki Market) ~ : +81-752312516
Moderate -- Japanese, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: Kyoto restaurant inside Nishiki market (錦市場). Look for the half open glass door next to the sweet shop stall, approx. 4 stalls before you reach Fuyacho -dori, at 京都府京都市中京区東魚屋町198-1, 〒604-8055. Previously listed as Oasi @ Hale, rebrand and change to vegetarian reported in Sep 2019. Opening hours are reported to be unreliable. Cash only. Tue-Wed 11:30am-3:00pm, Thu 11:30am-2:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, Fri 6:00pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Haruhina Spice and Food
168-2 Tanaka Oicho, Sakyo-ku, Sakyo Ward (at At Hyakumanben Kyoto University) ~ : +81-9042908617
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Indian, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: South Indian vegetarian eatery. Sells dosa, vegan thali and more. Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:00pm, 4:30pm-8:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 4:30pm-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Micasadeco & Cafe
480, Umeyacho, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-756065307
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Take-out, Bakery -- Additional Info: Vegetarian cafe featuring matcha-infused sweets including pancakes, parfait, and cakes. Serves a few savory items like the soy-meat karaage plate with salad and brown rice. Has English menu. Est. 2021. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 11:00am-5:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

mokumoku
87, Hoshinocho ~ : +81-757548805
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: A vegetarian cafe with art. Vegan options can include sweets like cake, coffee/tea, and a set lunch. Mon-Sun 2:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ohana8
324-32 Furunishicho, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-9067391012
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Western, Juice bar, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast -- Additional Info: A little restaurant on the way to the Gion district. Offers a vegan vegetable soup, vegan chocolate cake, acai bowls etc. Offers inside and outdoor seating. Friendly English speaking staff. Reported fully vegetarian June 2024. Outdoor seating. Mon-Sun 8:30am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Otera House
Shimokyo, Ynaginobamba, Bukkojisagaru, Shinkaicho 397-9 ~ : +81-7056570953
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Take-out -- Additional Info: Also known as Shojin Cafe Waka, this is a house that was converted into a restaurant and is located near the Bukkoji temple. Run by a woman-owner who serves a fixed menu with all-vegan dishes; only the cake set contains egg and milk. For groups of more than three persons, or if ordering the lunch box, a phone reservation is requested. Menu varies but includes a lunch (small vegan dishes with rice), takeaway lunch box, organic coffee or tea, hojicha tea, and cake set. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Wed-Sat 11:30am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

OyOy
586-2 Banocho, Karasuma-dori, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-757441727
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Fusion -- Additional Info: Saka no Tochu is the company that runs this restaurant which uses fresh organic vegetables sourced from small-scale and sustainable farms. Serves daily soup and vegetable-focused dishes. Sells some seasoning, organic vegetables, and books related food and travel by Ouraido. Reported fully vegetarian July 2024. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:00am-8:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:00am-8:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Sake Bar Yoramu
Nijo-dori (at east of Karasuma) ~ : +81-752131512
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Japanese, Beer/Wine -- Additional Info: A bar for drinking sake and not a place to eat a full meal. The Israeli owner, Yoram, is knowledgeable about sake and has been serving it out of this tiny bar (seats up to 9) for many years. In addition to the sake, Yoram serves very small plates. He is a vegetarian so you'll see cheese on the menu, but the vegan dishes include Japanese staples like shishito peppers, tofu, and lotus root. Wed-Sat 6:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Seizan Sodo
63 Susukinobaba-cho, Saga Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku ~ : +81-758611609
Expensive -- Ovo, Japanese -- Additional Info: Serves Tofu Shojin Ryori. Ask for vegan version. Address in Japanese: 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町63. Closed Wednesday and first Tuesday of the month. It is advised to call ahead before you go to be sure that it's open. Mon-Tue 11:30am-4:30pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-4:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Shio Veg Cafe
563 Nishinomonchō, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-7090773074
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, American, Asian, Bakery, European, Middle Eastern, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Vegetarian cafe serving coffee, tea, baked goods, sandwiches, etc., some of which are vegan and the others can be ordered vegan. Sandwiches are vegan (including the bread). Accepts credit cards. Mon 10:00am-7:00pm, Wed-Sun 10:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Spice Up Edama Meee
21-2 Ishibashicho ~ : +81-756009383
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out -- Additional Info: Takeaway edamame-based snacks. Offers vegan options such as pickled edamame, olive oil and chili pepper edamame, broiled edamame, sea salt, Japanese plum, and wasabi. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Toriba Coffee
226 Nambacho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-368240428
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Western, Take-out, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Coffee store located in a traditional Japanese house. Some of the staff speak English. All drinks made with milk but can be switched to soy milk or oat milk for free of charge. All food served is 100% plant based and suitable for vegans. Other veg options include vegan canele and variety of sandwiches (with vegan egg, cucumber, soy meat cutlet). To find it: Head east on Nijo Street from Kawabata, then walk 3min and find ‘Beaumont Mews’ on the left. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Uno Yukiko Cakes
Mushiyashinai, 78 Ichijoji Satononishicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (at Just up from Ichijoji station) ~ : +81-757238364
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, International, Bakery, European, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: A vegan cake shop specializing in soy milk-based cakes. Vegan cakes are labelled as “Miracles Cake” on the menu and include vegan strawberry shortcake, chocolate cake, and gluten-free custard sponge cake. Afternoon vegan tea set of petits fours is served daily. For lunch, savory lunch “moffle” (mochi waffle) sandwich is available. Drinks include soy matcha lattes and tea. This is a sister outlet of Gion Soy Milk Ramen Uno Yukiko, and ramen is available here also by reservation. Indoor and outdoor seating. Located in a traditional area of North-East Kyoto, a 2-minute walk from Ichijoji Station. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Wed-Sun 10:30am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Vegan Cafe
24-1, Nyakuojicho, Sakyo Ward ~ :
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, Breakfast -- Additional Info: A small, cat-themed cafe with a small menu which includes tofu rice, mushroom udon, etc. Outdoor seating. Cash only. -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

VEGAN CAFE MALINKA
Higashiyama Ward, Kiyomizu, 3 Chome−323-1 1F ~ :
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Western, Bakery, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Vegetarian cafe. All dishes are vegan but offers dairy milk & dairy cheese as substitutions if the customer chooses. (Please send HappyCow an update with further information.) Accepts credit cards. Wed-Thu 9:30am-4:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Vegetarian Cafe Ren Horikawa - 素食カフェRen 堀川商店街店
Kamigyo Ward, Masuyacho, 1 ~ : +81-753848112
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese -- Additional Info: Vegetarian daily specials, plus curries, gyoza, dumplings hot pot, (fake meat used), some of which are vegan and others that could possibly be made vegan upon request. (Directions: Go down Horikawa Shimochoja Street, next to Kyoto Horikawa Shimochoja Post Office - translation: 堀川下長者通り下る 京都堀川下長者郵便局となり. Mon-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Vegetarian 素食 南宮
2F, 130-4 Shijo Omiya Couri Plaza, Nishikiomiyacho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-758130880
Moderate -- Ovo, Chinese, Take-out, Asian -- Additional Info: Vegetarian restaurant serving home-style Asian cuisine. Offers dishes such as fried rice, eggplant delight, stir-fried vegetables and more. Specify vegan when ordering. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

VOG Kyoto
Mikihan, Bldg 2F, 574 Nakanocho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-8054559723
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Vegetarian Indian restaurant offering a variety of vegan and gluten-free dishes. Owner understands vegan diets well. Vegan selection includes curries, naan, gyoza, soy milk lassi and more. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Thu 12:00pm-3:30pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm, Fri 4:00pm-10:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Yoshuji
Kurama Honmachi ~ : +81-757412848
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese -- Additional Info: Located steps below the entrance (gate with the ticket window) of Kurama dera temple, which is a popular day trip from Kyoto. Serves Japanese meals, and has introduced its menu also in English. Mon 10:00am-6:00pm, Wed-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Ramen Toriton - ラーメントリトン
30-3 Susuhaki-cho ~ : +81-756062929
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen bar near the temple. Has limited seating. Vegan options include three ramen choices, several side dishes, and rice gyoza. Some English spoken. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:00am-3:00pm, Mon-Tue 6:30pm-10:00pm, Tue 11:30am-4:00pm, Wed 11:00am-4:30pm, Thu 9:00am-5:00pm, Fri 11:00am-7:30pm, Sat 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Takoyaki Akinaidoraku - たこ焼き あきない道楽
Tanaka Shimoyanagicho, 8-71 Kamohachi Building (at near Kyoto University) ~ : +81-7092064376
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese street food eatery offering vegan takoyaki. Address in Japanese - 京都市左京区田中下柳町8−７１ 加茂八ビル. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Wed-Fri 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-9:00pm, Sat 11:30am-9:00pm, Sun 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Aiba Curry
東側-534 Ebisunocho, Shimogyo Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering vegan Japanese curry with vegetables. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm, Tue 11:30am-3:30pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Aina Organic Kitchen
Nisioji (at Nisioji Oike) ~ : +81-9081681187
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Western, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Catering, Gluten-free, Honey, Hawaiian , Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Organic eatery with vegan acai bowls and curry options. Dishes can be adjusted to taste - ask. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Thu 12:00pm-5:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Allouneno
Shimogyo Ward, Motoshiogamacho, 557 メゾンドール五条 １Ｆ (at Maison d'or Gojo 1st Flr) ~ : +81-753541600
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Bento store with vegan bentos. NOTE: Currently updating vegan bento so only offering sides. Please update HappyCow when vegan bento returns. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

amṛta
〒604-8461 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nishinokyo Nakahocho, 49−1, 1F ~ : +81-754637551
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese curry restaurant offering a vegan vegetable curry option. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 6:00pm-11:00pm, Wed-Thu 12:00pm-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Aoonigiri
3 9-3 Jodoji Shimominamidacho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-752013662
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Onigiri (rice balls) counter-serve and take-away restaurant. Owner speaks English and understands vegan/vegetarian requirements. It is strongly recommended not going at peak lunch time as the restaurant can be very busy and owner will not have time to show you vegan items. All onigiri (except for take-away) are hand made-in-house fresh to order. The umeboshi (salted plum), pickled mustard, and miso with green onions filling options are all vegan. On request owner can also prepare plain rice balls. Cash only. Mon-Fri 11:30am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ashoka Indian Restaurant
559, Nakanocho ~ : +81-752411318
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with a vegan/vegetarian selection of dishes such as chana masala, baingan bharta, aloo gobi, roti and more. Please specify vegan/no ghee & dairy when ordering. Address in Japanese: 〒604-8042 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, 四条上ル中之町559 菊水ビル3F Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Asian Chample Foods Goya
114-6 Jodoji Nishidacho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757521158
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Beer/Wine, Asian, Vietnamese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Okinawan and other Asian food. Machiya. See Facebook for irregular closures. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 11:30am-4:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

AWOMB Karasuma Honten
189 Ubayanagi-cho, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-5031343003
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hand-rolled sushi specialty store serving some vegan vegetable sushi rolls. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm, 5:30pm-8:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Baan Rim Naam
140, Saitocho ~ : +81-753523823
Moderate -- Ovo, Thai, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Thai restaurant with a vegetarian menu. Staff speaks English and can indicate which dishes are vegan or can be made vegan upon request by removing non-vegan ingredients. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bali-Bali Indonesia
227 Nijuikkencho Higashiyama-Ku (at Shijyo Kawaramachi) ~ : +81-755617050
Moderate -- Ovo, Asian, Indonesian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indonesian restaurant and bar located in central Gion. Menu items that can be served vegan are labelled. A few choices include nasi pecel, gado gado, tempeh chijimi, tempeh fritters, nasi goreng, mee goreng, and soto ayam. Vegan dessert is also available. Owners speaks English and some Indonesian. Cash only. Wed-Sun 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 1:00pm-3:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bassanova Kyoto
259 Funaki Building 1F ~ : +81-752552320
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant offering a few vegan items such as green curry and beet ramen. Address in Japanese: 259 舟木ビル 1F. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 4:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bean's Goody
9-1 Kinugasa Kitatakahashicho ~ : +81-753668208
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Western, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small cafe with vegan burgers and snacks. The vegetarian burger can be made vegan by choosing a vegan sauce. Mon-Tue 10:00am-5:00pm, Fri-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Beer Komachi
444 Hachikencho, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-757466152
Moderate -- Ovo, American, Pizza, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Craft beer oriented pub that serves western-Japanese fusion food. Regular menu includes several veg options such as seasonal vegetable tempura, deep-fried tofu pizza, and spicy fries. Tempura sauce normally contains dashi (fish), but vegan sauce available on request. Ask whether the tempura batter contains eggs, and if the fryer is shared or not. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 5:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Thu 5:00pm-10:00pm, Fri 5:00pm-11:00pm, Sat 3:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 3:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

BnA Alter Museum Cafe
267-1 Tanmacho (at Kawaramachi and Takatsuji crossing) ~ : +81-757481278
Expensive -- Western, Beer/Wine, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. BnA Alter Museum is an art hotel with a bar downstairs and a cafe on the 2nd floor. Cafe offers vegan plate options daily and sometimes will have vegan dessert. Staying guests can request for vegan breakfast. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Bonbon - 梵梵
20-24 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho, Ukyo Ward ~ : +81-758613639
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese soba noodle restaurant with an English vegan/vegetarian menu. Offers several soba or udon dishes with wild vegetables, plum & kelp and yuba, as well as a vegetable curry rice. Mon-Sun 10:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Breakfast Udon - 朝うどん
664-7 Bantoyacho, Nakagyo Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Breakfast shop offering a labelled vegan udon dish. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Cafe & Bar Maru
Shimogyo Ward, Saitocho, 123 RAKUAS Kiyamachi 3F ~ : +81-755855218
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Asian, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Gluten-free restaurant with vegan items such as vegetable stew, curry with grilled vegetables and soy milk ice cream. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 8:00pm-2:30am, Tue-Thu 6:00pm-2:30am, Fri 7:00pm-2:30am, Sat 3:00pm-2:30am, Sun 6:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Cafe & Bar Oku
455 Nishinotoincho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-757440144
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Bar with vegan dinner options, including baked risotto, grilled potatoes with curry sauce, fried tofu and mushroom ajillo, and udon with soy-milk-based sauce. Mon-Sun 6:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Cafe 33
644-2 Sanjūsangendōmawari, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-755413203
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Buffet, Fusion, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe located in the Lobby floor (1F) of Hyatt Regency Kyoto. Includes breakfast & lunch buffet and ordering from the menu. Vegan choices may include avocado toast, super mixed salad, chia and oatmeal, cereal, vegetable curry (ask if it contains dairy), and milk for coffee. Request ahead of time for vegan waffles, tofu scramble, or vegan soup. Mon-Sun 6:30am-11:00am, 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Cafe Barraca - パエリア&カフェ Barraca御幸町店（バラッカ）
1F Kameyacho 380, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-757085115
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Take-out, European, Spanish, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Spanish restaurant offering clearly labeled vegan (marked as 100% plant based) tapas and dishes such as paella, house-made pickles, marinated olives, Catalan carrot salad, bread, grilled vegetables with almond sauce, salad bowl and vegan baked desserts. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 11:30am-11:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Cafe Frosch
557-7 Higashiyanagi-cho, Shichihonmatsu-dori Itsutsuji Agaru ~ : +81-752003900
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Western, Beer/Wine, Bakery, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Local cafe that bakes and sells bread on Wednesday and Sunday. Bread is risen in a German sourdough style using koji, the bacteria used to ferment soy sauce and miso (vegan). Added in 2016 vegan option for burger , sandwich, and onigiri option. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Mon-Thu 11:00am-5:00pm, Sun 11:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Cafe La Siesta 8bit Edition
Reihou Kaikan 1F, Kamiyacho 366, Nakagyo Ward (at Nishi Kiyamachi) ~ : +81-756345570
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Retro game themed bar and cafe serving cocktails, light meals and snacks. Offers clearly labeled vegan tacos, daal curry, fries, tortilla chips and soy latte. Address in Japanese: 京都市中京区紙屋町３６６ レイホウ会館 1F. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 5:00am-2:00am -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Chakra
1F, 558-6 Yugyomaecho, Higashiyama Ward (at Gojozaka) ~ : +81-755251260
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Indian, Salad bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant near Kyomizu Temple. Menu has labeled vegan and vegetarian Indian choices. At 東山区遊行前町558-6　クレサンテ五条坂１Ｆ. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Chao Chao Gyoza Shijo-Kawaramachi
Junpucho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-753532626
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Specialty gyoza shop with a separate English vegetarian menu available by request. Menu includes vegan vegetable, freeze-dried tofu and yuba gyozas as well as vegan chocolate banana dessert gyoza. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 4:00pm-10:30pm, Wed-Fri 4:00pm-10:30pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Chikusen
461, Sagashakadofujinokicho ~ : +81-758823074
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Asian, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tofu restaurant offering a vegetarian menu with items that are or can be made vegan such as boiled tofu yuba, sesame tofu, vegetable tempura, fried tofu, grilled mochi, sauteed yuba, rice, shorai and tofu custard. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 10:00am-4:00pm, Fri-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Chu Chu
60-11, Kubota-cho, Kitashirakawa, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-757020511
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers beans and veggie curry or ask for the veggie bento. Located nearby city bus 203, Kitashirakawa bus stop. Wed-Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Coco Hana
31-16 Kinugasa Tenjinmoricho ~ : +81-752051688
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A restaurant that commits to using local Kyoto vegetables and ingredients. Offers a separate vegan menu including dishes such as taco rice, buddha bowls, salads, vegan plate sets, and Indian curry. Smoothies can be made vegan on request with soy milk. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-9:00pm, Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya
1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami Ward Hachijo entrance ~ : +81-756622987
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A restaurant that offers an assortment of curry choices through a customization process. Has a separate vegan and a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Imadegawa
110-16 Goshohachimancho Kamigyo-Ku ~ : +81-754513725
Moderate -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Karasuma Gojo
Shimogyō-ku, Daigochō ~ : +81-753425185
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Keihan Shichijo
Shichi-jo Dori, Nishinomoncho, Higashiyama-ku ~ : +81-755310725
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Kyoto Shijoomiya Shop
四条大宮町33 ~ : +81-758111832
Moderate -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Nakagyo Kawaramachi Sanjo
Kawaramachi Dori, Daikokuchō, Nakagyō-ku ~ : +81-752547551
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: NOTE: Reported April 2023 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Sakyoku Ichijoji
12 Hinoguchicho, Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757915219
Moderate -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

CoCo Ichibanya - Ukyo Umezu Danmachi
64-5 Umezu Uedacho ~ : +81-758820069
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Common Well
393 Koyamachi, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-757463087
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Western, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, Bakery, French, Honey, Australian, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Melbourne style cafe restaurant. Has non dairy milk available and vegan meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Examples include avocado toast, vegan burger and vegan burger. Also has vegan sweets such as cookies. Address in Japanese: 〒604-8114 京都府京都市中京区甲屋町393番地. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Corner Mix
950 Shuzeicho, Kamigyo Ward ~ : +81-752788647
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Juice bar, Delivery, Take-out, Catering, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small cafe & juice bar serving breakfast and lunch. Offers clearly labeled vegan choices including an avocado toast plate, veggie & bean tacos plate, pistachio gelato float, juices, smoothies and cookies. Accepts credit cards. Mon 8:00am-3:00pm, Thu-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Craft Beer Market
902 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward (at Kyoto Porta) ~ : +81-353571392
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Western, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Beer garden and snack bar with various dishes such as marinated olives, mixed nuts, tomato pasta and more. Specify vegan when ordering. Please send additional information and updates to HappyCow. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Creperie Garcon
Higashiyama Ward, Shimobentenchō, ５３−３ (at Near Kennin-Ji Temple) ~ : +81-755611111
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, French, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. French-themed creperie offering a buckwheat crepe that can be made vegan - ask staff. Mon-Wed 11:30am-9:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-9:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Curry & Tempura Koisus
3 Chome-292 Miyagawasuji ~ : +81-755512254
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant offering a vegan curry. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Dainoji
42-9 Kinugasa Baba-cho, Kita-ku Ward ~ : +81-754648717
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Unassuming small eatery near the Golden Pavilion. Offers a vegan curry. Outdoor seating. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Dean & Deluca - 京都
烏丸通蛸薬師下ル手洗水町645-Karasuma-dori Takoyakushi Shimoru Taraimizucho 645 ~ : +81-752530916
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Italian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Catering, French, Fusion, Spanish, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Upmarket retailer carrying specialty foods, including prepared dishes, plus home & kitchen items. Offers a few labelled vegan dishes in the prepared foods section. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 2 Happycow(s)

Dining 603
Manjuji-dori Gokomachi Nishiiri Katata-cho 603 ~ : +81-757467906
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Western, Take-out, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Little shop selling bagels (vegan choices) and other non vegan baked goods. Seems to also serve lunch and dinner but it is unclear that they have vegan meals. Easy to grab vegan bagels and go for breakfast. Vegan bagels come in green tea with bean paste filling & whole. Address: 万寿寺通御幸町西入堅田町603番地. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-6:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Earth Cafe
〒603-8132 Kyoto, Kita Ward, Koyamashimouchikawaracho, ５０ ~ : +81-754915522
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with some vegan curry dishes, including vegetable curry, aloo palak, baigan and tomato, chana masala, and mixed vegetables. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 1 Happycow(s)

Earth Kitchen
Sakyoku, Kawabatamaruyamachi, Higashimatutamachi 9-7 ~ : +81-757711897
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Take-out only, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Natural food store with a takeaway counter selling lunch boxes to-go or to eat there at the small table. Boxes marked 'veg' are vegan and may consist of rice with seitan, fries, and/or millet balls. Store selection includes many organic products. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, and grains as well as items like cleaning products and housewares. Take Keihan train to Jingu-Marutamachi station and the store is right in front of exit 4. Take-out only. Mon-Fri 10:30am-6:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Eizando
2 Chome-226 Kiyomizu ~ : +81-757082424
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Fast food, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with some vegan pasta options as well as fries, coffee, and other drinks. Vegan pasta choices include tomato sauce spaghetti and fried noodles. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Ellora Indian Restaurant
B1, 548-5 Nakanocho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-5054876453
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant offering a few vegan-friendly choices including curries, soup and rice dishes. Specify no ghee, yogurt, cream and butter. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Falafel Garden
Kyoto ~ : +81-757121856
Moderate -- Middle Eastern, Israeli, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Moved from 13-2 Minami-machi, Higashi Muko in Apr 2014. Same Israeli food menu, in Japanese and English, offering falafel, hummus, and Middle Eastern food. Veg items are marked. Separate smoking/non-smoking areas. Last order 30 minutes before closing. Directions: 80m north of the Eiden line exit of Keihan Demachiyanagi station. Address 京都市, 左京区田中上柳町15-2. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 11:30am-9:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

File natural food works
30, Shimogamonishimotocho ~ : +81-757440757
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Eatery offering labeled vegan and gluten-free dishes. Vegan options include salad, curry, cookies, coffee with plant milk (soy or almond), and several types of toast (curry and potato or peanut butter and banana). Focus on organic ingredients. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 8:30am-11:00pm, Thu-Sun 8:30am-11:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Fu Fu Fu and
433 Hanbei Gojo Building 3F, Shonincho, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-755610371
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant & cafe offering labelled vegan items such as seasonal lunch set, muffins, oshiroko and manju. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 5:00pm-11:00pm, Sat-Sun 4:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 2 Happycow(s)

Ganesha
Kita Ward, Hirano Miyanishicho, 55 ＨＡＩＮＥＳフェイム 1F ~ : +81-754662155
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant offering a few items that are or can be made vegan such as dal, chana masala, vegetable curries, roti, green salad, and more. Specify no butter, ghee, cream or curd. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Gapao
1F, 24-5 Jurakumawari Higashimachi, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-753546087
Moderate -- Ovo, Thai, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Thai restaurant able to cater to vegans. Offers vegan or adaptable dishes including stir-fried morning glory, fried corn, fried rice with tofu, papaya salad and more. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Garam Masala
8-4 Ichijoji Hinokuchicho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757813940
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with a few vegan options that include a vegan bean loaf, bean salad, tomato soup, and turmeric rice as a side dish. Please note that none of the curries are vegan. Confirm ingredients with staff. Wed-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Gion Kyoto Noodles
祇園会館, 323 1F ~ : +81-755617347
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Udon and soba restaurant with several vegan options: plain udon, plain soba, sensai udon with mountain vegetables, and kistune (fried tofu) udon. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:30am-8:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Gion Tanto - 祇園たんと
372 Kiyomotochō, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-755256100
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers a full vegan menu with traditional Japanese offerings like okonomiyaki, yakisoba, yakiudon, and teppanyaki. Mon-Tue 4:00pm-9:30pm, Wed 4:30pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sun 4:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Giontei
146SAKIZO Gion Nawate Building 101 ~ : +81-755852518
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant with vegan options, including fried rice (specify no egg), vegetable ramen, and fries. Specify no egg when ordering. Address in Japanese - 146SAKIZO祇園縄手ビル. Cash only. Mon-Thu 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm, Fri 11:00am-3:00am, Sat-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, Sat 5:00pm-3:00am, Sun 5:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Gojo Paradiso
169-1 Shoshinji-cho, Shimogyo-ku ~ : +81-7017670906
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Japanese, Mediterranean, Beer/Wine, Fusion, Israeli, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant and bar offering fusion cuisine, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean, Italian, Western, and Japanese influences. English menu is available: it lists several vegetarian and vegan choices including pizza, waffles, Israeli plate, falafel wraps, and hummus. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 12:00pm-11:00pm, Fri 12:00pm-5:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Good Time Coffee
2-357 Tsukinuke Shimogyo-ku ~ : +81-752027824
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Western, Take-out, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Coffee bar offering food with a few vegan options marked including Japanese breakfast and lunch curry plus tarts and sweets. Has soymilk for coffee. English spoken. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Gosho Yakimusubi Onimaru Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
7 Otabimiyamotocho ~ : +81-757466777
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Onigiri eatery located near the Kyoto Kawaramachi Station. Vegans can order onigiri with mustard greens and ginger, miso, and seasonal specials. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Gyatei - ぎゃあてい
19-8 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho, Ukyo Ward ~ : +81-758622411
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese obanzai restaurant and snack takeout near Tenryuji temple in Arashiyama. Offers clearly marked vegan choices including onigiri (rice ball) with soy meat in yangnyeom sauce, Kyoto green chives & miso onigiri, burdock onigiri and red miso namafu (wheat gluten mochi). Mon-Tue 11:00am-2:30pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Halal Kyoto
Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho, ３１ ~ : +81-758710448
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering vegan potato croquettes with curry. NOTE: Reported to also be known as 448 Yon Yon Hachi. -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Hama Sushi Kinkaku-ji
1 Kinugasa Tenjinmoricho, Kita Ward ~ : +81-570020586
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Sushi place with some vegan sushi roll options. Has an English menu that lists allergens. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-12:00am, Sat-Sun 10:00am-12:00am -- Rating: Not rated yet

here
524 Anenishinotoincho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-9088798429
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Raw, Western, Salad bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Fusion, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe offering a daily selection of deli foods, soup, a salad bar buffet. Has vegan dressings. Operated by Tokyo's .RAW. Relocated from 191 Hanaden, Higashi-Don, Higashi-Dori, Nakagyo-ku. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Mon-Sun 7:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Honke Tankuma Honten
168 Izumiyachō, Shimogyō-ku (at Gion Shijo) ~ : +81-5036281645
Expensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Upmarket, two-star Michelin restaurant with 2 vegan shojin kaiseki courses available for lunch and dinner. Courses can serve large groups 10+. Specify if you want vegan or vegetarian. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Hyssop
Shimogyo Ward, Inaricho, 318-6, 4F ~ : +81-753523728
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, International, Macrobiotic, Organic, Western, Beer/Wine, Asian, European, Fusion, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Slightly upscale restaurant that offers mostly vegan course meals, vegan sandwhiches, cheeses, soups, and rice bowls. Lunch options change daily, but always has a vegan lunch plate. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

ICHIKA - 旬彩 一禾
Miyamacho Tsurugaoka, 柏原64-4 ~ : +81-771760076
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant located in nature. Offers full vegan lunch upon request. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:30am-2:30pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, Thu-Sun 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Ikkyu-an
Higashiyamaku, Koudaijinanmonmae ~ : +81-755611901
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located near Yasaka Pagoda tower and next to temple Koudaiji South Gate. Offers vegetarian dishes - ask which of these are vegan. Also check about dishes with fish broth. -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

In the Green
1, Shimogamohangicho ~ : +81-757068740
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Italian, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian restaurant near the botanical garden. Menu includes a verdure pizza on the menu that comes without cheese. Outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ippudo Ramen - Shijo Karasuma
Shimogyo Ward, Naginatabokocho, 31 B1F ~ : +81-757481466
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant with a vegan ramen option. Please note that supplies run out earlier than closing time - going early is recommended. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ippuku Cafe
27 Umegahata Hikijichō, Ukyo Ward ~ : +81-755855100
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Bakery, British, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant serving English lunch and tea dishes alongside vegan and gluten-free sweets such as matcha pudding & cakes. Reported to serve meat December 2024. Free Wi-Fi. Fri-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm, 6:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Isoism
Shichijo Dorimaru Nishiiri Nakaicho 114, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-753535016
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Casual and modern, concept is "from farmer to table." Offers a variety of soaked vegetables. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Itadaki Kinkakuji
30-5 Kinugasa Babachō, Kita-ku ~ : +81-754659102
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Western, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located just to the right of the Kintakuji Golden Temple entrance gate. Vegans could have the soy-meat rice bowl. Note the miso soup contains fish stock. Tue-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Izakaya Aniru Kyoto Kawaramachi Kiyamachi - 居酒屋アニル 京都河原町木屋町
186 Zaimokucho, Nakagyo Ward (at Toritane Building 6F) ~ : +81-5054885897
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Asian, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese pub serving Indian and Nepalese food. Offers vegan or adaptable choices such as fried noodles, curries, momos, fritters and rice. English speaking staff that are aware of vegan diets. Mon-Sun 4:00pm-2:00am -- Rating: Not rated yet

Izusen - Kita
4-1 Murasakino Daitokujichō, Kita-ku ~ : +81-754916665
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves fish, vegan options available. Shojin ryori food that's all vegan except for reported use of fish for broth (ask). On the grounds of Daiji-in, a subtemple of Daitoku-ji. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Izusen - Ukyo
Ukyo-ku Satoshirimoto Rotomachi 11 ~ : +81-758817016
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves fish, vegan options available. Shojin ryori food that's all vegetarian/vegan except for reported use of fish for broth (ask). Choose from 4 sets. -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Japanese Mazemen Maruta
338 2 Takashimacho ~ : +81-757481961
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small ramen restaurant that can make many dishes vegan by replacing meat with mushrooms. Be sure to ask for a vegan broth. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Japanese Noodle 一寸法師
148-6, Kiyomizu 4-Chōme ~ : +81-757418070
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant offering soymilk-based vegan ramen. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:00am-6:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Junsei
60 Nanzenji Kusakawacho ~ : +81-757612311
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering tofu set meals as well as some a la carte dishes. Vegan options include yudoufu, yuba, and vegetable tempura. Please note that some dishes contain bonito - ask staff to omit bonito when ordering. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:30pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-3:30pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Juugo - 十五
6 71 Jodoji Kamiminamidacho ~ :
Moderate -- Japanese, Organic, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Restaurant with a farm that grows their own buckwheat. Serves two items soba noodles and soba dough dumplings - both can be made vegan on request. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Kacto
133 Saitocho ~ : +81-753418787
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Fusion, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. American and Japanese fusion restaurant offering beetroot hummus served with fresh bread, roasted tofu and quinoa on the dinner menu, and oat milk for coffee drinks. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 8:00am-4:00pm, Mon-Sun 5:30pm-11:00pm, Wed 8:00am-3:00pm, Thu-Sun 8:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Kamanza
Nishinotoin Nishi Yokokaji 116, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752133221
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Traditional Japanese food but has several vegan options such as different forms of tofu plus noodles and wheat protein. Mon-Sun 11:00am-4:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kamehameha - かめはめは
278 Nomura Tailor House Teramachi Branch, Enpukujimaecho, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-752568734
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Will make basically any vegetarian dish vegan, plus many meat dishes can be made vegan. Staff speaks English and will happily adapt anything. ２７８ ノムラテーラーハウス寺町店. Reservations recommended. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 4:00pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kathmandu - カトマンドゥダイニングアンドバー東福寺店
255-7 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-755320135
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Nepalese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Nepali/Indian restaurant offering a few items that can be made vegan such as dal, palak, curry and naan. Specify no butter, ghee, cream or curd. Staff will accommodate vegans. Wheelchair accessible. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kerala Indian Restaurant
KUS Building 2F, Shimomaruyacho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752510141
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with a dedicated vegan/vegetarian menu. Most vegetarian dishes can be made vegan upon request by specifying no dairy and eggs when ordering. Offers vegan curries, dals and more. English-speaking staff. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ki: Restaurant Shimizu Gojo - 汽 [ki:] レストラン 清水五条
149 Toichichō, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-755854224
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Middle Eastern, Breakfast, Lebanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Opened Nov. 2021. Hipster, Lebanese place next to the river serves Middle Eastern inspired food. The vegan choices include the falafel and the grilled vegetable plate. Staff speaks English, plus there is an English menu available. Limited seats (around 14). At busy times there is a line outside. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:00am, 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kiranah Spice
Hinoshitacho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-757773645
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Western, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant serving Japanese and Western style dishes with vegan choices including taco rice, curry, cake with vegan whipped cream and more. Soy milk available for drinks. Mon-Sun 11:30am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kisaki Yudoufu
173-19 Jōdoji Minamidachō, Sakyō-ku ~ : +81-757517406
Moderate -- Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tofu restaurant on the Philosopher's Path. Offering includes vegan set meal (boiled fresh tofu, sesame tofu, pickled vegetables, veggie tempura) and vegan menu options like broiled tofu with miso dressing. Has English menu and indicates vegan items. Overlooks the walking path along the canal, near Honen-In. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 11:00am-9:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kohi Kobo Coffee
13 Kinugasa Kaidocho, Kita Ward ~ : +81-754626605
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Western, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe next to the bus stop for Kinkakuji temple, run by an older couple who speak some English and provide a handwritten menu in English. Serves pancakes, banana bread, sandwiches, coffee - can request to swap ingredients. Suitable for breakfast or snack when passing through but for not dinner. Wed-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Krua Geang Thai - クルアゲンタイ
40-7 Higashikujo Nakagoryocho, Minami Ward ~ : +81-756349399
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Thai, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small Thai restaurant with vegan choices. Menu includes a range of appetizers including spring rolls and main dishes such as vegetables with rice and curry that can be made vegan with tofu in place of meat. Specify no egg or fish/oyster sauce when ordering. Limited choices nearby. Wed-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Küppers Kölsch - Kyoto Avanti
31 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward (at Kyoto Avanti) ~ : +81-753345454
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Western, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Western restaurant in Kyoto Avanti mall near Kyoto Station. Offers a clearly labeled vegan tonkotsu-style ramen. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kura Sushi
4 Hirano Miyashikicho ~ : +81-753666107
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Conveyor-belt sushi restaurant with several vegan maki roll options (cucumber, daikon, natto) as well as a stuffed tofu sushi. Other vegan-friendly options include tofu stuffed sushi, fried corn, and soy milk ice cream. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-11:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kura Sushi - Nijo
22 Nishinokyo Higashigekkocho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-758031561
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Conveyor-belt sushi restaurant with several vegan maki roll options (cucumber, daikon, natto) as well as a stuffed tofu sushi. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-12:00am, Sat-Sun 10:00am-12:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kurama Onsen
520 Kuramahonmachi, Sakyo-ku ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Onsen (Japanese bath) with added restaurant. May go into the restaurant without being in the bath area. There are 2 tofu dishes: the English menu indicates where dashi/bonito is used and when veggies are fried together with meat. Free Wi-Fi. -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kyo Negiyaki Okhotsk Kiyamachi branch
117, Ishiyacho ~ : +81-752128988
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small Japanese restaurant with vegan options such as edamame, tofu, baked rice with norimaki. Double check if kimchi is vegan. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 6:00pm-3:00am -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kyo Ramen Mitsuru - Maybe closed
145 Tominagacho ~ : +81-755412540
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen spot with a vegan ramen option. Counter service and table seating but no takeaway. NOTE: Maybe closed March 2025 - please send updates to HappyCow. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat 11:30am-10:00pm, Sun 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kyo Yuba Kobo
71-8 Tamamizucho, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-755318999
Moderate -- Japanese, Organic, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A small, organic restaurant that makes fresh yuba, and all dishes are yuba based. Has vegan options including yuba soy sauce. Staff understand what vegan means. NOTE: Soft serve is not vegan. Tue-Sat 11:30am-4:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Kyoto Arashiyama Yosiya
3 1 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho ~ : +81-758710456
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant offering vegan sets with hot pot, tempura, rice, soup, sushi and more. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-5:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Kyoto Beer Lab
201-3 Juzenjicho, Shimigyo-ku ~ : +81-753526666
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Western, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A small craft beer hall that offers snacks. Vegan choices include nuts & snacks and seasonal vegetable pickles. Wheelchair accessible. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 3:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 1:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kyoto Engine Ramen
580-2 Nakanocho Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-757465795
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Japanese, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: 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 Daizucho 400 2F, Shimogyo Ward. Gets very biusy and queues can be long. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kyōto Hyōto Kyōto Ekimae Honten
607-12 Higashishiokojicho ~ : +81-753422338
Moderate -- Ovo, International, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Upscale Japanese restaurant serving shabu-shabu and set meals. Offers a vegan course menu and vegan set meals. Specify vegan when booking. NOTE: Reported April 2025 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:00pm, Mon-Sun 5:30pm-11:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Kyoto Shoryu Ramen
27-17 Fukakusa Ichinotsubocho ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese ramen restaurant with several ramen dishes that can be made vegan upon request. Cash only. Mon 11:30am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kyoto Soba-Morihei
31-1 Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-756612462
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Soba restaurant in the Kintetsu mall attached to Kyoto Station. Offers two vegan options on the menu: hot soba or udon soup and cold soba with soy meat. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Kyoto University Cafeteria
2F, Higashi-Oji ~ : +81-757537650
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Japanese, Fast food, Salad bar, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. The student cafeterias at Kyoto University Renais campus, Yoshida campus, and Katsura campus all began offering specifically vegan dishes in 2016. Menu changes and might include such as vegan ramen, reimen, curry rice, and soy meat karaage. There is a salad bar and side dishes that are vegan are marked with a green veg sign. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Mon-Fri 11:00am-10:00pm, Sat 11:00am-7:30pm, Sun 11:00am-2:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Kyotofu Fujino
JR Kyoto Isetan, 11th floor ~ : +81-753525401
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. On the 11th floor of the department store in the Kyoto train station, a few doors down on the right when you exit the elevator. A tofu restaurant with an a la carte menu. Has yuba, tofu dishes, and desserts like vegan cheesecake and ice cream. Located on level 11 of the Isetan mall, near the bus terminal. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Kyoya - お食事処 京焚
80 Kitashirakawa Higashikubotacho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757481350
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small Japanese restaurant specializing in traditional desserts. Offers vegan choices such as udon or soba bowls, tempura, tofu, as well as mochi and dango for dessert. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:00am-3:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Le Nature
Kojima Building 2nd Floor, Uradeyamacho 320, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-753545168
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Western, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Fusion, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Organic and gluten-free restaurant offering clearly marked vegan choices such as a tofu hamburger steak, vegetable curry and bibimbap. Reservations required for lunch. Address in Japanese: 京都市中京区占出山町320　小島ビル２階. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 9:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Lumbini Restaurant Kyoto - ルンビニレストラン京都
54-2 Mansion Yamato 1F-A ~ : +81-8076305519
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with some dishes that could be made vegan upon request, such as a vegetarian thali set, curry, and vegetable biryani. Specify no dairy and double check ingredients when ordering. Address in Japanese -54-2 マンション大和 1F-A. Mon 9:00am-5:00pm, Tue-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Mamehachi
Chuo-ku, Nabeyamachi 210-4 (at Pontocho District, near Gion) ~ : +81-752112469
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A traditional tofu restaurant where most dishes are made with tofu and yuba. Much of the menu is based on tofu. On request, vegan version are offered. Staff speaks English. Lunch course costs approx. 2000-2800 yen, dinner course 4600-5400 yen. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Marunian
Nakagyo ~ : +81-752523344
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Noodle bar with vegan fried noodles with vegetables. Has outdoor seating. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Cash only. Mon-Fri 11:30am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Men Ya Iroha Kyoto Station Building-Shop
901, Higashishiokojicho (at 10th floor of Itsen Department Store) ~ : +81-753515933
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen shop located on the 10th floor of Isetan Department Store. Has one vegan option, a ramen bowl with corn, green onion, peppers, and onions. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Men-doraku Dai - 麺道楽 大
10 Chome-189 Honmachi ~ : +81-755321919
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Udon restaurant that can prepare vegan udon with water and soy broth upon request. Cash only. Mon-Sat 5:00pm-9:00pm, Tue-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Menbaka Fire Ramen めん馬鹿
757-2, Minamiiseyacho, Kamigyo Ward ~ : +81-758125818
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant offering an updated menu with vegan choices, including a vegan option for most dishes. Vegan choices include: vegan fire ramen, fried rice, gyoza, karaage (fake meat), and more. Specify vegan to server. Call ahead to confirm. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Menkui Kinya
112-2 Hakatacho, Higashiyama ~ : +81-755417230
Moderate -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ask for vegetarian udon. The soups on the menu contain fish, but staff is familiar with vegetarian food (say "no meat, no fish") and will leave out the fish broth. The noodles are freshly made. Also offers vegetable tempura though maybe cooked in shared fryer. Tue-Thu 11:30am-4:00pm, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm, 6:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Mimikou
528-6 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-755250155
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Est. 1969, this udon restaurant has a separate English vegetarian menu, which is vegan except for the the option to add egg. The menu explains that the vegetarian udon is not made with fish stock. Location is at Japan, 〒605-0074 京都府京都市 東山区祇園町南側５２８−６. NOTE: Reported January 2025 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Cash only. Mon-Fri 11:30am-3:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-6:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Minoru Dining - Kyoto Porta
902 Higashishiokojicho ~ : +81-753442891
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant with some vegan options, including nama-fu dengaku and vegetable tempura. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Miyabi - お好み焼き 創作鉄板 雅 みやび
1-7 Nishinokyō Kitaenmachi, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-5052629356
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Traditional teppanyaki restaurant offering a full vegan menu with main dishes such as okonomiyaki and konjac steak. Also serves onigiri, udon donuts and fruit flavored sherbet. NOTE: Vegan menu is available for dinner time only. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Fri 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Miyakoyasai Kamo Karasuma
Shimogyo Ward, Ōgisakayachō, ２７４ ~ : +81-753512732
Moderate -- Ovo, Organic, Raw, Buffet, Salad bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Buffet restaurant offering a few vegan items such as noodles, salads, fries, miso soup, fried vegetables and more. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Mon-Sun 8:00am-9:00am, 10:30am-3:30pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Miyakoyasai Kamo Kyoto-ekimae
Shimogyo Ward, Kizuyacho, 439-1 Uenocho ~ : +81-753612732
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Buffet, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Buffet with a variety of vegetable dishes - check with staff to confirm which dishes are vegan-friendly. Also has vegan sukiyaki and soy meat. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Miyoneshi Fumiya - 御米司ふみや
65 Ginkakujicho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757464560
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant near Ginkakuji temple. Offers a few vegan choices including grilled rice ball with soy sauce, salted plum rice ball, perilla miso rice ball, white miso soup, sweet red bean soup and rice cake with sweet miso sauce. NOTE: Burdock side salad has minced chicken so ask for miso and grilled rice balls and white miso soup is which is vegan. Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Monpan Shokudo
Yoshidashimoōjichō, 29, Sakyou-ku ~ : +81-9020629620
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Asian fusion restaurant where the signature dish is Monpan, a flat bread filled with vegetables and tofu. Offers buddha bowls, stir fry, noodles, and pasta dishes which can all be vegan. Hours reported to be unreliable, check ahead. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Thu-Sun 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

MOON and BACK
585 Takamiyacho ~ : +81-5036186728
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Fusion, Honey, Australian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Café and restaurant open for lunch and dinner and breakfast on the weekends only. Offers vegan ramen with a soy-milk base and tofu. Has several locations. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-2:30pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 9:00am-11:00am -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

MOON and BACK Ramen Bar & Brunch Cafe
585 Takamiyacho ~ : +81-757440080
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Catering, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant with vegan options such as vegan spicy tandan ramen (sesame paste, bok choy, tofu skin, green onion), which can be topped with fried tofu upon request. Also has vegan soy milk creamy ramen (sesame paste, apple pickles, sweet marinade cherry tomato, green onion, topped with choice of tofu or boiled egg - vegans specify tofu). Side dishes include vegan grilled edamame, vegan seasonal vegetables, and vegan teriyaki fried tofu. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 10:00am-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Mos Burger
754 Higashiotecho, Fushimi Ward (at Fushimi Otesuji-Shop) ~ : +81-756058123
Moderate -- Lacto, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 9:00am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Mos Burger - Karasuma Oike
Karasuma Oike Le Ciel 1F, 767 Eagle Ct, Tsugaru-cho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752531412
Moderate -- Lacto, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Mos Burger - Kintetsu Toji Station
1-3 Nishikujō Nishizaōchō, Minami Ward ~ : +81-756941233
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Mos Burger - Kyoto Nijo Station
3 Nishinokyo Higashitoganoocho, RNK Building 1F, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-758216255
Moderate -- Lacto, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Mughal
496 Isle Takeshima Building 2F, Kamikorikichō ~ : +81-752413777
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant offering a few vegan items such as thali, appetizers, salads, soups, curries, breads, rice dishes, chutneys and desserts. Accepts credit cards. Mon 12:00pm-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Musashi Sushi
440 Ebisuchō, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752220634
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Conveyor belt sushi restaurant offering vegetarian labeled vegan sushi rolls including cucumber, natto, eggplant, corn and more. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Musoshin Gion
558-2, Komatsucho ~ : +81-755510345
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant with vegan ramen available. Sister restaurant of the Michelin-star Musoshin Ramen in Toronto. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-9:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Musubi Cafe
Nishikyo Ward Arashiyama Nishiichikawacho 1-8 ~ : +81-758624195
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe located a few minutes walk from Togetsukyo bridge, against the backdrop of Mt. Arashiyama, around the corner from Arashiyama Hankyu station. Offers healthy Japanese lunch set plates and sweets, as well as a dinner menu. There is a local vegetable-based lunch set as well as a curry, a pasta and a taco rice set, all of which are vegan. The dinner set allows you to choose a main dish from a list, on which there are vegan options. The miso soup is vegan. There is an English menu, and the staff understand what "vegan ryori" is. From 3-5pm it's cafe only. Las orders 7pm. Mon 10:30am-6:00pm, Wed-Sun 10:30am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Myodai Omen Ginkakuji Honten - Maybe Closed
74 Jodoji Ishibashicho, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-757718994
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant offering vegan udon noodles in soy broth, vegetables with soy broth, and seitan cutlets. Specify vegan when ordering. Call ahead to confirm. NOTE: Maybe closed/shut down, please verify and let HappyCow know. Mon-Wed 11:00am-5:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Nakagawa Hatsumeido - 中川発明堂
8-1 Sagatenryuji Kitatsukurimichicho, Ukyo Ward ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Asian, Bakery, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Casual spot for coffee & tea with rice-based dishes and sweets located in the heart of Arashiyama. Fried tofu rice burger can be veganized upon request. Vegan scones are also available. Cash only. Mon-Sun 8:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Namaste Dhaulagiri
80 Tamamizucho, Higashiyama-ku ~ : +81-755315717
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Take-out, Catering, Honey, Nepalese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian and Nepali restaurant and bar offering vegetarian and vegan curry, salad and naan bread. Staff is knowledgeable about vegan options and willing to customize other dishes to fit dietary needs. Call ahead to confirm. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Nangoku Kitchen DeCo BoNiTa - ナンゴクキッチン
600-8446 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Horinouchicho, 272-7 ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Mexican, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small eatery serving Mexican and local dishes. Has only three tables and limited seating. Vegan options include soy-meat tacos, Mexican salad, and taco rice. Specify vegan when ordering. Cash only. Mon 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sat 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-10:00pm, Sun 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Nasukamo
276, Higashinotoin Dori Off, Ayanokoji Dori ~ : +81-753512732
Moderate -- Japanese, Organic, Buffet, Salad bar, Juice bar, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located close to tourist spot of Shijo Dori. Buffet style using many raw vegetables from its own garden in Kyoto. Menu has changed over time, and as of Feb 2016, there are less veg/vegan choices then before. Nonetheless you will find around 5 marked veg items, 2 types of noodles (that you can eat without broth), hot bread, hot potatoes, and the salad bar which offers around 15 or so veggies. Cash only. Mon-Sun 10:30am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Newdelhi Indian
４９１ Nakatsukasacho, Kamigyo Ward (at Senbon marutamachi ) ~ : +81-753668787
Moderate -- Indian, Organic, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant offering many vegan choices, including 8 curries. Menu is available in English and Japanese. Dairy-free bread option: chapati. Jul 2019 reported not fully vegetarian. Call ahead to confirm. Reservations required. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Nha Viet Nam - Kyoto
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER 2F, 707-2 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-753655199
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Vietnamese, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Chain of Vietnamese restaurants. Has a meat-free menu with vegan-friendly dishes such as mushroom & vegetable spring rolls, plant-based meatballs in tomato sauce, fried lemongrass tofu, pho and more. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 6:30am-9:30am, 11:00am-3:00pm, Mon-Tue 5:00pm-10:00pm, Thu 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

nichi cafe
Nishikyo Ward, Kamikatsura Maedacho, 21-4 1F ~ : +81-759500671
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers vegan baked goods and sweets such as scones, muffins, aquafaba chocolate macarons, tarts, chocolate brownies and crème brûlée. Vegan lunch set available upon request (choose between rice or baked goods). Please note that this cafe may close without notice, so it is recommended to call and make a reservation before going. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sat 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Noorani
Taishogun Kawabata-cho 21 Lumiere Shiraume 1F, Kita Ward ~ : +81-754640586
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. South Indian restaurant offering vegan-friendly choices such as bean and vegetable curries, samosas and more. Specify no ghee, yogurt, butter and cream when ordering. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

OC Burrito
78, Niwatoribokocho ~ : +81-753420900
Moderate -- Lacto, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Mexican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tex-Mex restaurant serving tacos, burritos and quesadillas. Staff will accommodate vegans. Specify no cheese/sour cream. Also has vegan chips and salsa. Previously called La Segunda Jolla. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Ogura Cha-Ya
2-16 Sagaogurayama Yamamotocho ~ : +81-752040296
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Udon restaurant with vegan udon available. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Ohara Riverside Cafe Kirin
114 Ohararaikoincho, Sakyo-ward ~ : +81-757442239
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Organic, Buffet, Salad bar, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering buffet-style meals with various vegan options. Featuring local produce. Open until sunset, hours may vary. Call ahead to confirm. Mon 11:30am-4:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Okabeya
Yubinbango, Higashiyama-ku, Temple Shimizu 2-chome ~ : +81-755417111
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tofu restaurant and tofu factory. Offers set meals. Reported the staff is aware of what vegetarian/vegan means, so specify when ordering. Ask for soy sauce without fish sauce. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Okonomiyaki Kiraku
Higashiyama Ward, 白川橋東4中之町208 ~ : +81-757615780
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Okonamiyaki restaurant with an extensive vegetarian menu that includes a variety of vegan side dishes. Vegan dishes are not clearly labeled but are available - ask. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Okutan - Nanzen
86-30 Fukuchi-machi, Nanzenji, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-757718709
Moderate -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. 200 year old famous tofu restaurant. Offers yudofu set meal as well traditional tofu meal Y4,200. Note that fish stock is used to make some of the dishes and soup - so ask. Address in Japanese: 京都府京都市左京区南禅寺福地町86-30. Mon-Wed 11:00am-4:00pm, Fri 11:00am-4:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-4:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Okutan Kiyomizu
3-340 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku (at Bus stop 100, 202, 206, 207) ~ : +81-755252051
Expensive -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A 200 yr old famous tofu restaurant. Yudofu set meal cost Y3,150; traditional tofu meal Y4,200. Address in Japanese: 京 都市 东山 区 清水 3-340. Reported to use fish sauce for the sauce which is served separate. Serves vegan hot boiled Tofu dishes (Not Tofu Shojin Ryori). Mon-Wed 11:00am-4:30pm, Fri 11:00am-4:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-5:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Omen
Sakyō-ku, Jōdoji Ishibashichō ~ :
Moderate -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Udon noodle bar at 銀閣寺バスプール南隣 with vegan specifically mentioned in the English menu, which is udon noodles with vegan broth and veggies. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Omen Nippon
Pontono cho Nishiirubiru ~ : +81-752530377
Moderate -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: 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). Accepts credit cards. Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Omuro Green House
Omuroshibahashichō 6 - 6, Ukyō-ku ~ : +81-754655005
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Japanese, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe and gift shop next to the Omuro-Ninnaji tram spot. Offers hot/cold coffee and drinks and savories like pizza, pasta, salad, and fries. Uses dairy so must specify vegan when ordering and ask for options. Outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi. -- Rating: Not rated yet

Onigiriya goku
46-2 Daikoku-cho Nakakyo-ku ~ : +81-7084325964
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Fast food, Take-out, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Onigiri bar with vegan onigiri (plain rice with seaweed & salt). Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Onimaru Yaki-musubi
33-4 Daikokucho ~ : +81-757417222
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Onigiri eatery located near the Kyoto Kawaramachi Station. Vegans can order onigiri with ginger, and seasonal specials. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Oshokuji Dokoro Asuka
144 Nishimachi, Higashiyama-ku ~ : +81-757511941
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. お食事処明日香 is at 三条神宮道西入西町144. Has English menu. Choices include boiled tofu set, raw soybean curd skin pot-dish set, various hot and cold noodle dishes, and vegetable tempura set (ask if uses separate fryer), picked plum and rice in tea, pickles and rice in tea, several vegetable/tofu side dishes. Specify vegan to be sure. Tue-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

PELGAG
3F-4F 607-19 Uraderacho, Nakagyo ~ : +81-5054359025
Inexpensive -- Lacto, International, Western, Mediterranean, Mexican, Bakery, Middle Eastern, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Offers vegan and vegetarian meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. No longer fully vegan as of Jan 2020. Seats 10 comfortably but can squeeze a little more. Call ahead to confirm. Relocated from Nishimachi Kitashirakawa. NOTE: Please verify if still vegetarian. Reported to serve meat March 2023. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 12:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Pepin Cafe
44-1 Marumachi ~ : +81-771209062
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Italian, Organic, Beer/Wine, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Café offering vegan menu options and dessert. Oat milk available for coffee and tea for a surcharge. Vegan options include a Buddha bowl, lasagna, and raw chocolate cake. Tue-Sat 11:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Phalam Cafe
Nakagyo Ward, Nishinokyo Hokuseicho, 24 ~ : +81-754964843
Moderate -- Lacto, Japanese, Organic, Western, Take-out, Fusion, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Coffee cafe near Nijo station. Was originally veg but added meat in late-2016. Has a lentil burger and a vegetable plate as well a breakfast salad bowl, soy latte, and vegan desserts. Sells a small variety of take home sauces and spreads. Lots of papers and books. Also reported to close earlier than stated times, check ahead. Outdoor seating. Tue-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

PIOPIKO Bar & Tacos Lounge
245-2, Kurumayacho (at in the lobby of the Ace Hotel) ~ : +81-752299007
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Mexican, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Bar and restaurant located in the lobby of the Ace Hotel. Offers multiple vegetarian options, some of which can be made vegan. Staff can accommodate dietary requests. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:30am-12:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Pizzeria Bar Le Napoli
604 Nishioyacho First Court Shijo Nishiki ~ : +81-752550008
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian and bar with a separate vegan menu, including dishes such as pasta with beet sauce, Japanese style pasta with tofu skin, marinara pizza, salad and chocolate cake. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Pizzeria Lugara
18 - 25 Sagatenryuji Setogawacho ~ : +81-752039391
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian pizza joint offering a vegan marinara pizza and fries. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 11:00am-3:00pm, Thu-Sat 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Pizzeria Marita
Kikuyacho 512, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752318220
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian wood fired pizza restaurant offering a vegan marinara pizza with additional vegetable toppings upon request. Address in Japanese: 〒604-8127 京都市中京区堺町通蛸薬師下る菊屋町512. Cash only. Tue-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Ponto
232-13 Nabeyacho ~ : +81-752211537
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with vegan options made with tempura, mushrooms, and tofu. Also offers a set menu. Outdoor seating. Mon-Sun 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Pontocho Yakuzen Curry
203-5 Shimokorikicho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752222279
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Curry place with a vegan curry option. English menu available. Vegan curry is served with edamame beans on the side. Cash only. Mon 12:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Premarché Alternative Diner
Prema Village Horikawa Sanjo 2nd floor, 672 Hashinishicho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-756002233
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Western, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. "Alternative diner" and pizzeria that's part of the Premarche Organics group. Offers pasta, pizza, burgers as well as taco rice and curry bowls. Has soy meat burger. Pizza and pasta can both be served vegan. Last orders for dine-in 7:30pm and takeout/delivery 8pm Thur-Mon; 2pm and 2:30pm respectively on Tue. Mon-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Que Pasa
Kyotoshi Kamigyou-ku Kamiikesu-cho 241 ~ : +81-757088973
Moderate -- Lacto, Fast food, Take-out, Mexican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Burrito shop in Kyoto. Has a vegetarian burrito and vegetarian taco which you can make vegan by asking for no cheese & sour cream. Offers 3 types of fresh salsa. Also has quesadillas, but for vegans it would be just beans. Coriander salad is available as well - vegans please inquire. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Wed 11:30am-2:30pm, Mon 5:30pm-9:30pm, Tue 5:30pm-11:30pm, Wed 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Qué Pasa - Downtown
142 Ainocho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-752854516
Moderate -- Lacto, Mexican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Mexican burrito shop with vegan choices. Vegetarian taco and burrito can be made vegan when substituting corn and jalapenos in place of dairy. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Thu 11:30am-9:30pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Rakuraku
2-3 Hanazonoinokecho, Ukyo ~ : +81-754629156
Expensive -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. No set menu. The owner/chef speaks English and asks what you'd like and if you have any allergies. He knows what vegan means and will make a meal for you. Cash only. Tue-Sun 5:30pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

RAMEN Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Pavilion 嵐山竹林亭
6-4 Sagashakado Monzen Urayanagicho, Ukyo Ward ~ : +81-758883097
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant offering three clearly labeled types of vegan ramen with whole wheat noodles. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-7:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ramen Bar deko
45 Nishiikedacho ~ : +81-759256420
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Menu offers vegan ramen (tomato & soy milk based). Drinks available. Marinated mushroom rice to be verified. Address in Japanese: 京都市右京区西京極西池田町45. Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:00pm, Tue 11:30am-2:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ramen Katamuki
448 Inaricho, Shimogyo Ward ~ :
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering vegan gyozas and vegan ramen options (vegan clear soup noodles with soy sauce and vegan tantan noodles with sesame paste, soy milk, chili oil, and soy meat. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ramen Kazu
10-3 Kinugasa SomonchoKita-ku ~ : +81-754678282
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen restaurant, located close to the Kinkakuji Temple, with some vegan options. Call ahead to confirm. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Ramen Nishiki
416 Hashimotocho, Higashiyama Ward ~ :
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small ramen restaurant with counter-seating only and an open kitchen. Menu includes vegan tomato kelp ramen. Accepts credit cards. -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Recipe All Day
560 Nakanomachi ~ : +81-757086646
Inexpensive -- Lacto, International, Italian, Organic, Western, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Bakery, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. An all-day café supervised by Choya Kato, the exclusive chef of Japan's national soccer player Yuto Nagatomo, who is conscious of health and beauty. Choices may include a vegan teriyaki burger, miso avocado toast, vegan taco rice, as well as coffees, smoothies, and wines. Address in Japanese: 中之町560. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 8:00am-7:00pm, Wed-Sun 8:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Renkon-Ya - Maybe closed
236 Sanjo Shimoru Yamazakicho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752211061
Moderate -- Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Traditional Japanese set in the house where the samurai lived. The hostess herself is cooking. Has separate vegan menu. Drinks and sake. NOTE: Maybe closed March 2025 - please send updates to HappyCow. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 5:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Restaurant Namaste -レストラン ナマステ
2-28, Fukakusasuzutsukacho ~ : +81-756432530
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Nepalese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian and Nepalese restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian items that can be made vegan such as samosas, curries and vegetable biriyani. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Restaurant Higakisaryo - レストラン 檜垣茶寮
3, Kyotogyoen (at Nakadachiuri Rest Area) ~ : +81-752232550
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant in the rest area of the Kyoto Imperial Palace garden. Offers clearly marked vegan broth for four udon dishes - cold udon with broth, hot udon with broth, hot udon with pickled plum and hot udon with curry soup topped with seasonal vegetables. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 10:00am-3:30pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Restaurant Regina
595-1 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto Tower Hotel Annex 1F ~ : +81-753433108
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Lunch restaurant near Kyoto station with one vegan curry (Japanese style). Mon-Sun 11:00am-2:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Root2 Labo
1F, 49-1 Tojihigashimonzencho, Minami Ward (at The Root2 Hotel) ~ : +81-757486956
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Organic, Western, Salad bar, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Health-focused cafe with salads, wraps and smoothie bowls. Plant-based milk alternatives and soy meat available. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:30am-8:30pm, Sat-Sun 9:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

S Vietnamese Cuisine
515MIYUKIビル, 2F, Kamiosakacho, ~ : +81-8075022019
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Vietnamese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vietnamese restaurant near Kyoto Shiyakushomae subway station. Vegan items include fried rice, rice paper rolls, pho soup, tofu skewers and more. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, Wed-Thu 5:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sun 5:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Saga Tofu Ine
19 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho, Ukyō-ku ~ : +81-758825808
Expensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Traditional Japanese tofu restaurant. Menu is claimed as vegan-friendly minus the seafood based (fish) soups. Has separate vegan menu. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:00am-6:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Sagan
93, Rokkocho, 2-chrome, Matsubara-dori Yamoto-oji Higashiru ~ : +81-755610041
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Asian, Bakery, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. A little café in the back streets of the Gion district (old town) in Kyoto. Modern in style, they serve traditional and western food. For breakfast they offer a set rice dish with pickles, fruit salad, toast and vegetarian options such as muffins. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 1 Happycow(s)

Sala Obanzai & Grill
2nd floor, 329 Tabiyamachi, Shimogyo-ku ~ : +81-757083077
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering a vegan set menu that includes salad, sashimi yuba, tempura, fried tofu, and three types of vegetable sushi. Located on the second floor of a three-story building in Ayakoji Miyukicho, Shijo Kawaramachi. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm, Tue-Fri 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Schole
417, Kaminocho ~ : +81-757463523
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Pizza, Italian, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Pizzeria offering create-your-own pizza, with the option to omit cheese. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Sekki
431 Myohoimmaekawacho ~ : +81-755310700
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Italian, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located at Six Senses Kyoto is offering a seasonal plant-based course menu; however, can also order à la carte dishes. A few of the wines are vegan as well. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 12:00pm-2:30pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Senmaruya
Yaoyamachi 541, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-752210555
Moderate -- Japanese, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Specialises in yuba (tofu skin) hotpot. Both the vegetarian and the gluten-free hotpots are vegan. Hotpot comes with an assortment of yuba, vegetables, and mushrooms as well as mixed rice and vegan-friendly dessert option. The soup stock is made of kombu kelp dashi as is stated on the menu. Has a shop that sells a variety of raw and dried tofu skin products. Location is at a 4-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, or a 6-minute walk from Shijo Station on the Subway Karasuma Line. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:30am-2:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Shimogamo Seryou
82 Shimogamo Nishihangicho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757215846
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Izakaya offering vegetarian items such us fried dishes, tempura, tofu and more - specify vegan. Cash only. Tue-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Shogetsu Kawaramachi - 将月河原町店
Nakagyo Ward, Yamazakichō, 256 Regione Building 2F ~ : +81-752220444
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese okonomiyaki restaurant offering vegan okonomiyaki with no eggs upon request. vegan dishes such as tofu steaks, rice, mushrooms and edamame. Specify vegan/no butter and bonito flakes as most dishes contain those ingredients. Address in Japanese 京都市中京区河原町六角下ル西側リジョーネビル2F Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 5:00pm-12:00am, Sat-Sun 11:30am-12:00am -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Shogetsu 将月
Fushimi Ward, Fukakusa Kitorochō, 33-1 Daiichi Niigata Building ~ : +81-756450444
Moderate -- Japanese, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Okonomiyaki restaurant where the vegetarian items are marked on the menu. Ask the staff what can be accommodated for vegans. Choice include fried tofu, assorted vegetables, and also a yakisoba (not on the menu) which you could order with tofu instead of meat. Note that all food is cooked on shared iron plate. NOTE: Reported April 2024 to have limited vegan options – please send updates to HappyCow. Mon-Sun 5:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: 1.5 Happycow(s)

SIESTA
309-1 ~ : +81-757418287
Moderate -- Lacto, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Mexican, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Mexican restaurant offering burritos and tacos with vegan options. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Soba Horiba
56-2, Murasakinomonzencho ~ : +81-9060689590
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Buckwheat soba restaurant offering seasonal vegan specials, zaru soba with vegan broth and kake soba. Cash only. Wed-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Sobashubo Ichii - 蕎麦酒房 櫟
62 Hiranomiyanishicho, Kita Ward ~ : +81-752868286
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Raw, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant serving house-made soba, tempura and sake. Offers vegan soba, tempura and sides. Reservations required. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Wed 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Soup Stock Tokyo 京都ポルタ店
902, Higashishiokōjichō, Shimogyo Ward (at Kyoto Porta Underground Mall) ~ : +81-757082508
Moderate -- Indian, Japanese, Take-out, Asian, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Casual restaurant with seasonally changing soup menu. Usually offers both vegan and vegetarian choices. Current menu can be found on main website. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Spice Cafe Diwali
Nakagyo Ward, Daikokucho, 58 (at 7th floor of MINA Shopping Center) ~ : +81-752553451
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant located on the 7th floor of MINA Shopping Center. Vegan options include vegetable curry and salad. Specify no dairy. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Spice Gate
Ebisunocho, 546 Teramachi Shikisai Building 2F ~ : +81-757417554
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Take-out, Asian, Middle Eastern, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Curry restaurant offering vegan curry. Accepts credit cards. Mon 7:30am-11:00am, 11:30am-9:00pm, Wed-Sun 7:30am-11:00am, 11:30am-9:00pm -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Sudarshan
680番地1, No8 Hase Building, 地下1階 烏丸通仏光寺下る ~ : +81-757417284
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant and buffet with vegan options, including curry, rice, and breads. Check which vegetarian dishes do not contain dairy. Mon-Sun 9:00am-11:30am -- Rating: Not rated yet

Sugarhill Kyoto
725 Uematsucho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-753513913
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, European, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese-fusion restaurant with some vegetarian dishes that can be made vegan upon request. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Sugidama Fushimi - Momoyama
Fushimi ~ : +81-756055510
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Izakaya restaurant with several vegan dishes, such as natta maki roll, fried tofu and seaweed, udon noodles, and sugidama potato salad. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri 5:00pm-11:00pm, Sat-Sun 4:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Sushi Dokoro Shimaya
42 Daikokucho Building B1F ~ : +81-757418227
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Sushi restaurant with some vegan options, such as inari, cucumber rolls, edamame, and more. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sun 12:30pm-3:30pm, 5:00pm-10:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Sushi Kizaemon
FORUM木屋町/先斗町 ~ : +81-757462553
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Catering, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese sushi restaurant offering a variety of vegan sushi options, including sushi sets and custom vegan sushi rolls. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Sushi no Musashi
8-3, Higashishiokoji Takakuracho (at Kyoto Station, 8-jo Entrance) ~ : +81-756620634
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Conveyor belt sushi restaurant with vegan choices. Charged by plate and offers free matcha tea. Menu includes various vegan sushi rolls include eggplant, natto, cucumber, inari and more. Accepts credit cards. -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Tadka
138 Oshikoji Nishiiri Sakyomachi, Nakagyo-ku ~ : +81-752128872
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. South Indian cuisine restaurant located near subway Karasumaoike station. Vegan and vegetarian items are written on menu. About one-half of the dishes are vegetarians. Tue-Sat 8:00am-10:00am, 12:00pm-4:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Tagoto - Kyoto Porta
902 Higashi Shiokojicho, Higashi Shiokoji Shimo, Shimogyo Ward (at Kyoto Porta Concourse Floor) ~ : +81-753433921
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant in Kyoto Porta underground shopping mall. Has a vegetarian menu with vegan-friendly dishes such as soba noodles with deep-fried tofu, soba noodles with raw wheat gluten, yuba & mizuna, tofu skin and raw wheat "sashimi", French fries, edamame, white rice and cucumber rolls. Ask staff if the vegetable tempura contains egg or not. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Takinoya
1-chōme-302 (at Kiyomizu Temple Precincts, next to Otowa Falls) ~ : +81-755615117
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small restaurant offering a few vegan items such as soba noodles with soup, tofu dish, sweet & sour glass noodles in jelly (agar agar) and ice shavings. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Mon-Wed 10:30am-4:00pm, Fri-Sun 10:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Tel Aviv Kyoto - テルアビブ京都
〒604-8118 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Doyucho, 135 三条ろぉじ堺町の道 ~ : +81-752759868
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Mediterranean, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Middle Eastern, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Israeli street food restaurant with labeled vegan options. Choices include falafel and a variety of mezze (sharing plates). Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Tenki∞Sora -テンキオオゾラ-
245-53 Nishikaminocho Kamigyo-ku ~ : +81-5068782663
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Delivery, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Takeout only restaurant specializing in organic and healthy foods. Offers vegan choices such as fermented rice balls, inari sushi, soups and smoothies. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Wed-Sat 9:30am-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Teppan Tavern Tenamonya
B1F, 537-2, Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama ~ : +81-755336616
Moderate -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tiny spot located in the basement of the building. Offers Kyoto-style okonomiyaki & sake oagari. Has vegan version. Try grilled onigiri, fried tofu, and grilled daikon with shiitake. Mon-Tue 5:00pm-10:00pm, Fri-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

The Reign Hotel
京都市南区東九条柳下町67−１67-1 Yanagishita-cho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku ~ : +81-756061971
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Japanese, Buffet, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, European, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hotel restaurant offering offering a brunch buffet with a few vegan items such as Smørrebrød (Danish open sandwich), grilled vegetable salad, and fonio (super food from Africa). Vegan ramen is also available during the bar opening hours. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:00am-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

The SODOH Higashiyama
366 Yasaka Kamimachi ~ : +81-755413331
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Italian, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian restaurant offering one full vegan set menu with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients from Kyoto. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-4:00pm, 5:00pm-10:30pm, Sat-Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

There Is Always Light Behind the Clouds - 雲の上はいつも晴れ
140-2 Nishinokyo Nakamikado Higashimachi, Nakagyo ~ : +81-7085761452
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese curry restaurant with vegan choices. Menu includes seasonally changing set vegan meal meal with vegan nuggets, curry and vegetable sides. Current offerings can be found on main website. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Tofu Cafe Fujino
Kamigyō-ku, Kamiyagawachō (at east of Nishioji-dori) ~ : +81-754631028
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Modern style cafe. Has English menu with pictures. Now only serving some vegan sweets. Cash only. Mon-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Tofu Manjyu Okutan Kiyomizu
Kyoto-Shi, Higashiyama-ku, Kiyomizu 3-340 (at Ninensaka) ~ : +81-755252051
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Has a vegan bun with tofu filling and vegan soy ice sorbet (soy, yusu, citron, or green tea flavors) at famous tourist area Ninensaka. Does not accept credit cards. Last order may be 30 minutes before closing time. Closes seasonally. Some items like tofu balls contain fish. Mon-Fri 11:00am-4:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Tokkyu Ramen Hiroshi
30-4, Bishamoncho ~ : +81-9019033498
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen place near Kodaiji Temple. Has a vegan ramen option. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 11:30am-8:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

TOMBOY
456-6, Okuni Building 2F (at 2nd floor opposite Hadi) ~ : +81-7091243871
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available Eatery offering a few plant-based dishes and snacks. Located on the second floor opposite Hadi. Specify "plant-based' when ordering. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Fri 10:00am-5:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm, 6:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Toryanse
Sakyō-ku, Nyakuōjichō, 24-1 ~ : +81-120753966
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. 通りゃんせ is a small restaurant serving tofu dishes. Located on the way to Philosophers Path. Outdoor seating. Mon-Sun 10:30am-5:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Tosuiro
38-1,Bisyamonten-Cho, 4 Matubara-Agaru, Higashioji ~ : +81-752511600
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Tofu restaurant with limited vegetarian dishes (uses fish sauce). Traditional Japanese setting. Vegan menu must be reserved one day in advance. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Tosuiro
Higashi-Oji Matsubara 4-chome, 38-1 Bishamoncho ~ : +81-755610035
Expensive -- Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located in Gion and specializing in tofu. Has 1 set lunch/dinner which is vegan. Traditional setting inside with counter seats or table. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, Mon-Sat 5:00pm-9:00pm, Sun 5:00pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Touwa - とう和
50-33 Fukakusa Kanjinbashicho, Fushimi Ward ~ : +81-756450321
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese sushi restaurant offering some vegan-friendly choices such as maki rolls with vegetables and tofu. Specify no dashi, eggs & bonito flakes. Check with staff if inari sushi are vegan or not - may contain dashi. Cash only. Tue-Sat 12:00pm-2:00pm, 5:00pm-11:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Trattoria M Kyoto
288 Aburanokojicho ~ : +81-753435566
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian restaurant that offers vegan pizza marinara, vegan pizza with soy meat, and some vegan pasta options. Vegan options are labeled. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Tsuchifuku Shokudo
293 Shimizucho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-753515339
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with some vegetarian dishes that can be made vegan upon request, such as soba, tofu dishes, and tempura. Address in Japanese - 京都府京都市下京区河原町通松原上ル清水町293. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 11:00am-2:00pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Umenohana (Kyoto Karasuma Store) - 梅の花 京都烏丸店
West 18B1F (at Rokkakudo) ~ : +81-752540566
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Raw, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant specializing in yuba and tofu dishes. Offers a vegan kaiseki and lunch menu by reservation. Vegan dishes include yuba and black sesame tofu "sashimi", Chinese style yuba & avocado salad, soy milk mochi with vegetable sauce, soy meat with mapo sauce, namafu dengaku, vegetable wrapped soy "bacon" with daikon mochi tempura, yuba tofu kabayaki, yuba soup, rice with yuba sauce, pickles and dessert. One of several locations. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 11:00am-3:30pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-4:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Vegetable Dishes OKI @ IMU Hotel
411 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo-ku ~ : +81-8085205620
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, International, Japanese, Western, Salad bar, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegan-friendly restaurant inside the IMU traveler’s hotel. Serves a vegan full-course omakase dinner (reservation required 2 days in advance), and 4 types of vegan breakfasts daily. Reservations for dinner can be made via phone or through Instagram DM (English is OK). Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00am, 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Vermillion Cafe
5-31 Fukakusa Kaidoguchicho, Fushimi-ku ~ : +81-756447989
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small cafe on the main path to Fushimi-Inari shrine. Menu offers marked vegan items, including cauliflower soup and granola. Avocado toast can be vegan upon request. Soy milk is available for a fee. English spoken by staff. Kitchen reported to close at 2PM, snacks and coffee available after. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 9:30am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Via Juice & Deli Cafe
23 Shogoin Sannocho, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-752053703
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Juice bar, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Little cafe across from the hospital. Offers smoothies, fresh cold-pressed juices, and lunch food. Vegans could get a curry or the day's soup. A few of the sweets may be vegan - check with staff. Cash only. Tue-Wed 9:30am-7:00pm, Fri 9:30am-7:00pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Waco Crepes
6 Chome, 355-1 1, Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama Ward (at Gojo) ~ : +81-9097074777
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Raw, Western, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Creperie that serves gluten-free crepes. Plant-based milk available. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Tue-Sat 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Wasonichinichi - 和想日々
京都市中京区東竹屋町４１６ ~ : +81-7017440707
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Organic, Take-out, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese cafe in the Kyoto Prefectural Office area. Offers vegan lunch items and Japanese sweets such as kuzumochi and anmitsu using matcha and hojicha. Accepts credit cards. Thu-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Yak & Yeti
Nakagyo Ward, Shijo-jo Leu, Kyoto-Teramachi, Poetry Kouji Building ~ : +81-752137919
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Nepalese , Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Nepali restaurant. Has English speaking staff who can explain which dishes are or can be served vegan. Among the choices are vegetable curry, vegetable tempura, and poppadom. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Yakiyasai Isoya
4215 Shimomaruyacho ~ : +81-752125039
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Organic, Beer/Wine, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Japanese restaurant serving seasonal tapas-style small plates with some vegan options and other options that can be made vegan upon request. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Yakumo Syokudo
73-18 Murasakino Minamifunaokacho, Kita ~ : +81-8069248131
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Okinawa style bar with old world Kyoto charm. The English menu has vegetarian/vegan section. Cash only. Mon-Sun 3:00pm-12:00am -- Rating: Not rated yet

Yamato Okan Ramman
583-34 Gojobashihigashi 6-Chōme ~ : +81-755513444
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Ramen and udon restaurant. Vegan choices may include fried tofu or kakiage with choice of soba or udon noodles. Accepts credit cards. -- Rating: Not rated yet

Yoshiharu
6-7 Nishinokyo Ikenouchicho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-758232333
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small restaurant offering vegan ramen and appetizers. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 5:30pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Yosiya
Arashiyama ~ : +81-758710456
Moderate -- Japanese, Fusion, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Located in touristic shopping area of Arashiyama by the riverside at 京都市右京区嵯峨天竜寺造道町. Offers one vegan lunch set (seitan and gluten cutlets, tofu, salad, and rice). Tell them to switch fried chicken to gluten katsu, because you are a vegan/vegetarian -- show this to waitress: 私はベジタリアン（ビーガン）ですので、鳥の唐揚げをグルテンフライや大豆肉のミンチコロッケなどに変えて頂けますか？. Previously called Okunoniwa. Mon-Sun 11:00am-5:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Yubani
Minami Ward, Karahashi Keidenchō, ７湯葉に ~ : +81-756919370
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves fish, vegan options available. A family-owned vegan Japanese restaurant serving meals centered around yuba (thin tofu skin made from tofu milk that is arranged in different ways - boiled, sautéed, deep-fried). The cuisine is very close to Shoujin-ryouri (temple cuisine). Served in a restaurant next to the yuba factory. Has several menu sets which consist of at least 10 plates (and more). Mostly veg but uses dashi made from fish. Reservations required. Cash only. Mon-Sun 11:30am-6:30pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Yudofu Takemura
48-7 Sagatenryuji Kitatsukurimichicho ~ : +81-758611483
Moderate -- Ovo, Japanese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with a separate vegan menu available upon request. Vegan menu is available in English and includes two dishes plus a seasonal special. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Wed 11:00am-3:00pm, 4:30pm-6:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 4:30pm-6:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Zero Waste Kyoto
673-1 Kuenin Maecho, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-753664134
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese, Take-out, French, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Zero Waste restaurant offering a few vegan items such as muffins, ice cream, quiche, and more. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Thu 10:00am-7:00pm, Fri-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Apelila
36-3, Polygonum-machi, Takano, Zuojing District ~ : +81-752038506
Inexpensive -- Bakery -- Additional Info: Vegan bakery and cafe a short walk from Demachiyanagi station at 京都市左京区高野蓼原町36-3. Serves a variety of sweet and savory buns, in addition to bread loaves. A cafe area for dine-in or order a lunch set meal. Tue-Fri 11:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

Boulangerie L'Oiseau Bleu
53 Omiya Tajiricho, Kita-ku ~ : +81-754929200
Inexpensive -- Bakery -- Additional Info: Vegan bakery specializing in gluten-free breads and baked goods. Uses gluten-free spelt flour, rice flour, and millet flour. Vege Project certified. Small grocery section sells organic coffee beans, granola, chlorella powder, and vegan cheese. Can order bread online and have it delivered. Closes early if everything is sold out. Sat-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Cacao Magic
41-1 Ishibashi-cho Jyodoji, Sakyo-ku ~ : +81-757578914
-- -- Additional Info: Raw vegan chocolate shop offering a selection of chocolate, cacao sweets, organic coffee, smoothies, and ice cream. One zashiki style room facing back garden. Check its webpage for special events. Cash only. Mon 12:00pm-4:00pm, Sat-Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Daihikaku Senkoji Temple
62 Arashiyama Nakaoshitacho ~ : +81-758612913
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Daihikaku Senkōji Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Arashiyama Park. Offers hot or cold matcha and a vegan dessert option that changes daily. The park has a fee to enter. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Effect Coffee
587 Motoshiogamachō, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-757464435
Inexpensive -- Take-out, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Cafe offering coffee and vegan, gluten-free sweets. Mon-Tue 12:00pm-6:00pm, Fri-Sun 12:00pm-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Gozasoro - JR Kyoto Isetan
Shimogyo Ward, 901 Higashi-Shiokojicho, Basement Level 2 (B2F) ~ : +81-753526654
Inexpensive -- Take-out, Bakery, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Fully vegan bakery offering traditional Japanese mini hotcakes with sweet bean filling inside. Aka-an (red) or shiro-an (white) bean filling from which to choose. Address: 町901 ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 B2F. Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Gozasoro - Kyoto Takashimayaten
(at 52 Shincho, Shimogyo Ward, Takashimaya Kyoto Store, Basement Level 1 (B1F)) ~ : +81-752527672
Inexpensive -- Take-out, Bakery, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Fully vegan bakery offering traditional Japanese mini hotcakes with sweet bean filling inside. Aka-an (red) or shiro-an (white) bean filling from which to choose. Address: Shimogyo Ward, Shinchō, ５２ 高島屋京都店 B１F. Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kanjoan Tea Ceremony
Kyoto ~ : +81-752007653
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Tea ceremony by a certified tea ceremony master conducted in English or German. All tea and sweets are vegan and gluten-free. Reservations required. Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Kazariya
96 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita Ward ~ : +81-754919402
Inexpensive -- Take-out -- Additional Info: Old shop selling one item: aburi mochi. Small pieces of mochi on skewers, grilled and served with a sweet white miso sauce. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Tue 10:00am-5:00pm, Thu-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Kyoto Green Cuisine
10-6 Arashiyama Asatsukichō, Nishikyo Ward (at Matsuo Taisha Shrine) ~ : +81-9017104027
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Vegetarian and vegan cooking workshops held in a home kitchen in a natural setting. Tue 10:30am-12:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Mandaracha 曼荼羅茶
278-1 Yamashirocho, Higashiyama Ward ~ : +81-752853283
Moderate -- -- Additional Info: Tea house and shop specializing in teas from Japan as well as offering teas from China and Taiwan, with vegan sweets pairing. Located near the Kennin-ji Temple in Gion. Reservations required. Mon-Tue 1:00pm-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Musubi Sweets Factory
嵐山中尾下町51 ~ : +81-754681378
Inexpensive -- Japanese, Take-out, Bakery, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Vegan and gluten free cake shop offering tofu based cakes, banana pound cake, tarts and more. Also serves coffee and other drinks. The nearby Musubi Cafe offers some of the same desserts. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:00am-6:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

nama to hakko - Pop Up
Various locations ~ : +81-7083730886
Inexpensive -- Raw -- Additional Info: Weekly pop-up cafe. Hours vary depending on the week, so best to check Instagram for updates and more. The owner is high raw vegan so serves mostly raw vegan and mostly organic (differs depending on the season for the organic food availability). -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Our Sunny Workshop
242-17, Yoancho ~ : +81-8045657597
Moderate -- -- Additional Info: Workshop offering hands-in, plant-based cooking classes that are offered in Japanese and non-Japanese cuisine. Dishes are all animal-free and can be made gluten-free upon request. See main website for additional information. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Premarché Cacaolate Lab
Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Hashinishicho, 672 1F ~ : +81-756002232
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Fully vegan chocolate shop offering bean-to-bar chocolates made locally in Kyoto. Part of the Premarché franchise that runs a vegan-friendly diner on the second floor of the building and a gelateria and grocery store down the street. Mon 10:00am-6:00pm, Thu-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

SHUKA - 種菓
3-1, Mibu Nishiotakecho, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto-Shi (at Takoyakushi-dori St) ~ : +81-758418844
Inexpensive -- Take-out -- Additional Info: Est. Oct. 2023. A vegan confectionary born from the traditional Japanese confectionary “甘納豆 (Amanatto)” produced by Torokuya since 1926 in Kyoto. Incorporating not only beans familiar to the Japanese, but also nuts such as cacao, pistachios, and other globally popular ingredients. Wagashi (Japanese traditional sweets). Also has gelato using only seeds instead of milk. Last order taken 15 minutes before closing. Has indoor seating. Tue-Sun 11:00am-5:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Sun Chlorella A
Shimogyoku, Karasumago jyonishiiru osaka cho 369 ~ : +81-752883100
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Chlorella supplements shop that can ship nationwide. Mon-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Sweet Potato Van
Shijo-dori ~ :
Inexpensive -- Asian -- Additional Info: Fully vegan van selling sweet potatoes done 3 different ways (hot, cold or frozen - the frozen one has sugar added on top and then blow torched). Also sells grapes and chestnuts. (Please send HappyCow an update with further information.) Cash only. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Tasuku Coffee
114, Shimouchigawaracho, Koyama, Kita-ku (at Kitaoji St/ Kamokaido) ~ : +81-7011111111
Inexpensive -- Take-out -- Additional Info: Coffee shop offering plant-based milk and vegan chai. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sat 6:00am-1:00pm, Tue-Thu 5:30pm-8:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Umekouji Hakko-sho 梅小路発酵所
15 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyo-ku ~ : +81-753522200
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Shop selling sake, liqueurs, Japanese wine, and spirits selected from all over Japan. You may also drink them with fermented food as a snack in the store. Holds workshops for making miso and salted jiuqu. -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Vegan Minshuku Sanbiki Neko
Higashiyama-ku, Imagumano Minamihiyoshichō, 89 Leonext Higashiyama ~ : +81-7044194548
Inexpensive -- Breakfast -- Additional Info: B&B located in a quiet area of the city. Offers vegan breakfast to staying guests. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

(THISIS)NATURE
T8, 1F, 35 Kyoto Takashimaya SC, Otabichō, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-757085422
Moderate -- Lacto, Take-out -- Additional Info: Cafe and ice cream shop located within the shopping complex. Offers hyper-realistic vegan ice bouquet which looks like a photogenic flower bouquet that is made of ice cream. Please note: Reported not being fully vegan. Please send additional information and updates to HappyCow. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

(thisis)shizen
1F, 586-2 Xīnfēng Guǎn, Banocho, Nakagyo (at ShinPuhKan) ~ : +81-755855226
Moderate -- Lacto -- Additional Info: Cafe and plant store located within the mall. Offers hyper-realistic vegan ice bouquet which looks like a photogenic flower bouquet that is made of ice cream. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

2050 Coffee
402 Sakuranocho ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, International, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Bakery, Honey, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Futuristic specialty coffee shop with vegan hotdogs, granola bars, and drinks. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)

AG COFFEE. - 銀閣寺
15-6 Ginkakujimaecho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757548811
Moderate -- -- Additional Info: Cafe with plant-based milk alternatives. Also offers vegan avocado sandwich. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-5:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

Alpenrose
Oike-dori (at Ogawa-dori) ~ : +81-757087783
Inexpensive -- Bakery -- Additional Info: Bakery cafe at 京都市中京区 御池通小川東入石橋町427. Vegan baked items are labelled, Vege Project Japan certified. Uses natural yeast with no chemicals. Breads are baked in a masonry oven. Offers organic bio bread every day. Soy milk is available for coffee. Try the vegan toast bread with brown rice milk and salty buns. A small grocery section sells natural products. Outdoor seating. Mon 9:00am-7:00pm, Wed-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Alt. Coffee Roasters Iwashimizu - オルトコーヒーロースターズ - 石清水八幡宮店
108-28 Yawata Doi, Yawata City ~ :
Moderate -- Macrobiotic, Organic, Take-out, Fusion, Gluten-free, Breakfast -- Additional Info: A dog friendly vegetarian cafe. Home-roasted coffee, matcha, etc. Omelet rice, Kyoto yuba rice, spice curry, espresso. Address: 八幡市八幡土井１０８−２８. Mon-Sun 11:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

AMAZAKE HOUSE 自家製生甘酒専門店
271-1 Kurumamachi, Fushimi Ward ~ :
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Takeaway shop specializing in house-made Amazake. Beverages do no contain milk, alcohol or refine white sugar. Offers ice cream in the warmer months. -- Rating: Not rated yet

Amazake Suetomitei
5- 12 Fukakusa Kaidoguchicho, Fushimi Ward ~ :
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Local cold and hot amazake drink set. (Possibly vegan and/or vegetarian & vegan. Please send HappyCow an update with information.) Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Sun 9:00am-7:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)

and bull coffee - アンド ブル コーヒー
10-2 Shishigatani Teranomaecho, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757622929
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Take-out -- Additional Info: Cafe offering plant-based milk alternatives for coffee, marinara pizza and juices. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

ARABICA Kyoto Arashiyama
3-47 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo Ward ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Take-out -- Additional Info: Coffee with plant based milk options. Mon-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bäckerei Perkeo
54-1 Okazaki Tennōchō, Sakyo Ward ~ : +81-757525577
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Delivery, Take-out, Bakery, European, German, Honey -- Additional Info: German bakery offering labelled vegan breads. Accepts credit cards. Mon 9:00am-6:00pm, Fri 9:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 7:30am-6:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bakery House Creek - パン屋ベーカリーハウス クリークです
21 Mibunishidoinouchichō, Nakagyo Ward ~ : +81-753112766
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Bakery, Honey -- Additional Info: Small bakery with vegan baked goods including bagels and sweet rolls. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 7:00am-8:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bikouen Matcha Tea House - 美好園
235 Butsuguyacho, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-753711013
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Japanese -- Additional Info: Teahouse offering traditional matcha tea ceremonies. Offers vegan Japanese sweets for vegan participants by advanced booking via email. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 10:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Biople 京都ポルタ店
Kyoto Porta B2F, Higashishiokōjichō 901, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-757465484
Moderate -- -- Additional Info: Health shop that's part of a chain. Sells many vegan-friendly products, including cookies, snacks, energy bars, seeds, and condiments as well as cosmetics and cleaning supplies. Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Biople 京都髙島屋 - S.C. T8
2-35 Kyoto Takashimaya, S.C. T8 1F, Otabichō, Shimogyo Ward ~ : +81-756065271
Moderate -- -- Additional Info: Health shop that's part of a chain. Sells many vegan-friendly products, including cookies, snacks, energy bars, seeds, and condiments as well as cosmetics and cleaning supplies. One of several locations. Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet