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. Open Mon-Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm, 6:00pm-7:00pm.
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Added by MiyuMaemoto on 22 Mar 2018
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445 Reviews
First Review by kat.ross
Kli283
Points +8
Pleasant pancake - Edit
First time trying vegan pancakes and I was not disappointed here! Would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a good pancake! It's only a bit pricey
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cee_kay
Points +13
Excellent, delicious food - Edit
Writing this review as I finish up my second lunch here in two days. Had the soy chicken burger today which hit just the right spot if you're craving some naughty but nice fast food. Yesterday I had the arguably healthier taco rice bowl which was just superb. I hope that one day they'll release a cookbook so I can have some if this deliciousness back home too. Highly recommend a visit. (Ps try their chocolate cake )
Read morePros: Friendly staff who speak english, Nice location, Great food
Cons: Perhaps slightly on the pricier side
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Chloesutton92
Points +34
Ain Soph Kyoto - Edit
The best vegan place I have been to in Japan so far ! And the best pancakes I hate had in my life ! 10/10
Read morePros: Clean, Polite Staff, Very Accommodating
Cons: No Negatives
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JackChitt
Points +42
Amazing Vegan Food - Edit
Very friendly staff and lovely vegan food, all located in Kyoto, their other chains are brilliant too!
Read morePros: All Vegan , Wide selection of Mains, Wide selection of desserts
Cons: None
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IshanaMalkani
Points +16
Highly recommend - Edit
The burgers and the pancakes are divine and I’m sure all the other items are! It’s well located near a shopping center and is very easy to find.
Read morePros: Great food , Friendly staff
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vegancatfish
Points +16
My go to vegan restaurant in kyoto - Edit
I have been to this place multiple times already.
Read moreIt seems they narrowed down their menu and now focus on burgers and curries as well as salads. (Please; bring back the wraps!)
I live their green spinach curry; simple and good!
Finally a place which offers salad!
But my favourite thing here is their chocolate cake! It’s this wet sticky rich texture, and vegan on top! How can someone possibly resist!
Reasonable prices for value.
Cozy ambience; good music! If that matters at all!
Pros: Value for price , Finally salad, Rich chocolate cake
Cons: Narrowed teir menu
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ckkk93
Points +16
Great meal - Edit
Food ranges from burgers and fries to rice dishes like green curry. There were good choices for sides and desserts! It was a satisfactory meal for my vegan cravings.
Read morePros: Helpful and friendly staff , Good atmosphere , Easy to communicate in English
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JamesErwin
Points +24
Can’t praise highly enough - Edit
Fully vegan joint with burgers, curries etc..
Read moreIt’s kinda expensive but so worth it. The fluffy pancakes are unreal.
Pros: Fully vegan, nice clean local, handy to find, Expensive
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AlistairDavidson
Points +68
Amazing food. Amazing pancakes - Edit
The pancakes are simply the best anywhere. I love the rest of food I've had but I've never been to ain soph and not at least shared the pancakes with someone. This branch also has a matcha style version of the pancakes
Read morePros: Amazing food, Great service and atmosphere , The pankakes are something special
Cons: A little expensive, though still good value for m
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zooeytetro
Points +20
Foodie respite after the temple crowds - Edit
My friend and I recently tried the branch in Tokyo and loved it. We knew we had to try the Kyoto branch, and after visiting Kiyomizu-dera, we were glad to check it out. The ambiance is shabby-chic with a genuine laid-back vibe. The waitresses are extremely nice and helpful. English is spoken, if that's a plus for some, and the menu has English as well. The best part for me, however, is the fact that menu items are clearly marked as to whether they are gluten-free or not. This is always a headache for me when finally finding a vegan restaurant, but then having to try and determine if I can actually eat anything without gluten or wheat. Thank you Ain Soph.Journey for having so many tasty gluten-free options, including desserts!
Read morePros: Lots of gluten-free options, Great dessert, Friendly staff
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JoshuaStefane
Points +90
Incredible burgers! - Edit
4th time here. Solid, delicious food every time.
Read more(They're much nicer than the previous shop's staff )
Definitely worth repeat visits~~~
Pros: Delicious, Friendly
Cons: Slight pricey, but worth it
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NickTournie
Points +15
KARAAGE - Edit
I kinda just came by a sign that said “vegan” while wandering Kyoto and since i was hungry anyway and I know that I’m likely not gonna find another vegan spot for some time, decided to go in. Don’t regret it at all. I don’t think I’ve had vegan food that seemed this close to the real thing even in America. Vegan Karaage is something you must order, also had the katsu burger which was also really good, but the karaage really had me.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2019-01-10
Pros: Pretty easy to find, even by accident, Their English is flawless, It’s not health food
Cons: Pricey
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KatelynPeet
Points +39
Awesome vegan food in Kyoto - Edit
Finding good vegan food in Japan is very difficult, so we were delighted to hear about AIN SOPH. We were not disappointed- the food was delicious and it’s in a great location surrounded by shops and public transport options. I had the salad+deli plate which included some karaage fried ‘chickn’ and tofu omelette - absolutely delicious! My husband had the fried ‘chickn’ burger and a side of the karaage ‘chickn’ and said it was mouth-watering. Will have to come back to try their desserts as we were too full.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Lots of options, Location
Cons: None
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LizSwinton
Points +131
Fabulous eatery - Edit
We had a late lunch here and were very impressed with the menu selection from vegan junk food (burgers) to fusion style dishes. The mains were delicious but the bonus has to be the desserts which included a winter berry parfait and a creme brulee. Just so decadent and delicious. Plus they have vegan wines and beers. We could have stayed til closing but sightseeing called!
Read morePros: All vegan meals, Variety of dishes, Fabulous desserts
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vegjared
Points +18
Cute atmosphere, good food, big portions - Edit
I called ahead to make a reservation on a Sunday at 6pm, but that wasn’t necessary. For dinner I ordered a large salad with the chicken cutlet, a side of karaage and wine. Everything was good, as expected from all the reviews here. The cutlet was actually more interesting than the karaage. I bet the burgers are tasty. I would definitely come back. The pancakes look so bomb, but I just can’t bring myself to pay 15USD for pancakes. Though to be fair I think this is meant to be a two person dessert.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Generous portions
Cons: Expensive desserts
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CatNat
Points +36
Lovely shop with junk food and salads! - Edit
They have both healthy salad and rice sets but also some burgers!
Read moreMy favourite one so far is the ripple cheese burger. It’s juicy but not too much since the avocado and other veggies balances it up. The sauce is delicious!
Had the crispy “chicken” burger today. Very fat and crispy but with the tar tar sauce as well it’s a bit too much. Wish it had other veggies than just cabbage.
Big portions so couldn’t have any dessert but it look delicious so I’ll be back for more! 3
Pros: Good food & variety, Big portions, Easily accessible location
Cons: Don’t have the burgers on their online menu
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GerganaMilkova
Points +15
Amazing experience - Edit
Me and my friend really enjoyed the dinner we had there! The food was delicious, the portions were big and the atmosphere was really cosy!
Read morePros: Best vegan food in Japan, Great choice, Tastes amazing, great service
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NicoleKlepper
Points +36
Vegan bistro in Kyoto - Edit
We had the burger and pancakes. So good after a super long day of walking around. We love this place so much!
Read morePros: Pancakes are insane! , Great location near shopping , Quiet
Cons: None!
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R1P4
Points +16
Definitely worth coming! - Edit
Totally vegan restaurant! Very delicious food, nice drinks, great atmosphere and very friendly staff! Will definitely come again!
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Claremveg
Points +629
Good choices - Edit
We went to Aim Soph in Tokyo and had the burgers which were very nice. When we got to this one we had eaten a big lunch so I thought I'd go for something smaller. I opted for the vegan Spanish tortilla, which was very authentic and tasted great, but was a tad small, in hind sight I should have opted for a side😉to make it up to myself I got a crème brulee and mulled wine, both of which were over indulgently delicious!
Read morePros: All vegan , Nice range of options, Great tasting food
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Shawn_Hsu
Points +71
Love it! - Edit
Awesome curry and really, really good pancake! Possibly the best pancake I've ever had. Burgers are awesome too!
Read moreUpdated: We decided to visit Ain Soph.journey again tonight and magically, one of the staff remembered us and gave us our old pair of scissors which my wife left there 3 nights ago. The food was awesome still but we also felt warm at heart. Just the kind of feeling you'd like for Christmas.
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SarahStone
Points +58
Crispy “chicken” goodness - Edit
Delicious and filling crispy chicken burgers at this cute all vegan restaurant near the Nishiki Markets. Lovely service, great dessert menu too (though we were too full to try!).
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Nakle
Points +6
Amazing food :) - Edit
I got the New burger and it was absolutely amazing, especially coming from a non-vegan :)
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ShanaLeighHeagwood
Points +17
Delicious and Quaint - Edit
I had the burger and my friends had the burger and heaven pancakes. All were delicious and the atmosphere was lovely.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly , Good atmosphere
Cons: Some options are a little expensive.
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evadifs
Points +18
Best burger - Edit
Had the 'ripple burger', definitely recommend. Reasonable price for great vegan food in a lovely atmosphere
Read morePros: All vegan, delicious, great dessert options
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MyraTurner
Points +18
Very enjoyable - Edit
Great place with a lovely vibe, friendly staff and delicious food!
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paulpearne
Points +53
Maybe for cakes.. - Edit
Food was ok and the location is great, but way to expensive for quality and portion! Disappointing...
Read morePros: Location
Cons: Price, Fodd not so interesting
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