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
HugoIan
Points +569
Very tasty food - Edit
It is a lovely place with really good food. There was no pancakes so I will need to come back again, it looks like the top dish
Read morePros: All vegan, Tasty
Cons: Expensive , Hard to have a spot
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ArchieAnderson
Points +24
Long wait time but worth the wait! - Edit
Make a reservation! I made a reservation and we got our food about an hour after that reservation. So quite a long wait time but the food was SO good. Got the chicken patty burger which was so freakin good. And then the matcha pancakes. Delicious food kind staff. Definitely check it out, eat a little snack before you go maybe.
Read morePros: All vegan, Filling , Delicious
Cons: Long wait time
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ClaireBoyle
Points +167
Yummy good - Edit
The pancakes are so yummy & the burger was good. Sadly we traveled far to come at night and they seem to not be open at night at the moment.
Read morePros: Vegan, Lots of seating
Cons: Closed when says should be open, Long wait for pancakes but hand prepared
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SaraSeylani
Points +341
Yummy - Edit
I had the teriyaki chkn rice bowl, cream soda, and the matcha pancakes. All were delicious especially the pancakes! The rice bowl didnt blow me away but was still nice. A bit pricy but worth it
Read morePros: Great options, Delicious
Cons: Bit expensive
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jadeeeeechen
Points +164
服務態度有提升的空間 - Edit
3月29日下午12點45分，跟朋友電話預約後才過去，搞了好久店員才找到我們的預約紀錄。終於坐下點餐。等了半小時左右才吃上飯，而且不是只有我們兩人在等，廚房動作不夠快，二樓整層的客人（5桌）都在等餐。
Read more昨天晚上六點過去，店裏完全沒客人，服務人員聽到我沒預約，臉板板地直接說我們不接待直接過來的客人。
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-01
Pros: 甜點好吃, 餐點還行，70分吧
Cons: 整體服務態度讓人不太舒服
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veoh1989
Points +80
Pancakes - Edit
The pancakes are heavenly! Highly recommend!
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medereiziger
Points +133
Delicious food, atrocious service - Edit
Everything we had was tasty, but you will sit forever waiting for your order to be taken, and then dishes will trickle out slowly and one at a time regardless of party size. I've heard the desserts are wonderful but we gave up waiting for anyone to come back to the table.
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teaisfortia
Points +323
Best pancakes in the world - Edit
We got the matcha pancakes, soy teriyaki chicken bowl, and the chocolate banana parfait. Everything was insanely good! Note they only were taking people with reservations so we had to make one and come back a second time.
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Emlhr
Points +178
Pancakes lived up to the hype - Edit
The pancakes are epic! So fluffy, the fruit is fresh too and I loved the cream, it’s not at all coconutty so maybe soy? The rum and raisin ice cream is heavy on the rum flavour, which I loved! But if it’s not your cup of tea can swap for vanilla ice cream.
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jollieduck
Points +2205
Delightful food - Edit
Make a reservation if you hope to go here, it’s small and it fills up quickly. Super tasty and wonderfully presented food. I had the Japanese fried (soy) chicken and the Spanish (tofu) omelette plus the pancakes which they were having a special on. The fluffy pancakes came with a thick whipped cream that melts in your mouth, fruit, and a dollop of ice cream. To die for.
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luke111
Points +45
Amazing food but staff overburdened - Edit
Ain Soph in Kyoto is an amazing place to eat vegan food. The portions are kind of small but they are tasting delicious and are really unique. A reservation or an early turn up is advisable because the restaurant is booked out really fast. The staff was really friendly and welcoming but unfortunately completely overburdened with the orders when we were there. We waited almost an hour for our dessert and then we’ve been informed that it’s sold out as most of the food on the menu. That was a really sad experience because we liked the restaurant a lot. Hopefully they work on their staffing.
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ErikvH.
Points +1444
Try the ice cream - Edit
Not as sophisticated as the Ain Soph. branches in Tokyo, but Ain Soph. Journey is probably still one of the best plant-based restaurant in Kyoto. Plenty of choices from Western style burgers to more traditional rice bowls. Definitely try the ice cream for desert.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-03-10
Pros: All vegan, Friendly staff, Good price
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Gnattus
Points +397
Good vibes - Edit
Nice atmosphere and tasty food. The green curry was mild but flavourful. Definitely hit the spot.
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ZRD1
Points +13
Thoroughly enjoyed - Edit
My first journey to Japan made all the more happy by finding this little gem.
Read morePros: Plenty of vegan options
Cons: None
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boldie
Points +1313
filling but a bit tasteless - Edit
it was filling and a big portion which i love! but i missed some spices to be honest.. it was pretty tasteless in my opinion and even though i poured the whole can of dressing over everything also kinda dry ahhh i’m gonna go again there to try the burger!!
Read morePros: everything is vegan!!!!!
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jerojeri
Points +120
Amazing pancakes - Edit
Everything here is spectacular…. Especially the pancakes.
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margcerezo
Points +277
Great vibe and food - Edit
The atmosphere in this place is really cozy. I had a fried “chicken” rice bowl and a vegan cheese cake and both were yummy #Veganuary
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DanaB2022
Points +13
Delicious fully vegan - Edit
The chickn is great, the desserts were yummy, and the atmosphere is nice. Tucked in a popular area.
Read morePros: Delicious chicken, Nice atmosphere
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Hanna3933
Points +1000
I wanna try sweets menu next time! - Edit
Vegan cheese burger was not bad. But not special.
Read moreIt's missing something for me, sorry.
So, I need try there pancakes next time! #Veganuary
Pros: All vegan!🌱
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twofus
Points +279
Great food - Edit
Nice to find a fully vegan place in Kyoto. Be aware that it closes pretty early.
Read moreThe food was very tasty and my non-vegan coworker also enjoyed it.
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Emmaj3
Points +38
Tasty burgers and great pancakes . - Edit
Nice burgers , we had the chicken and the hamburger . Far preferred the Chicken one for taste and texture .
Read morePros: Good number of Options / tasty food. , Pancakes delicious , Medium price but not overpriced - good food
Cons: Opening times strict 6-8pm last order 730!
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Hayden5780
Points +176
Average - Edit
We were excited to go here after reading the great reviews but were left disappointed. Staff were friendly but they seemed very understaffed. There was only one other table when we ordered and our food came out staggered over the course of an hour (only ordered one main, one side and one piece of cake). The soy chicken was not very enjoyable and was difficult to finish due to being so salty. Would not return to this location. Keen to try a different Ain Soph for the pancakes.
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HannahAych
Points +58
Great restaurant, great location - Edit
I had the teriyaki chicken. Absolutely delicious. Really felt like I'd eaten a healthy, substantial meal. It's not super cheap but reasonable and I'd definitely come here again! The desserts look amazing.
Read morePros: All vegan, Delicious, Interesting variety
Cons: On the pricier side of reasonable
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angelast
Points +90
Ain Soph Kyoto - Edit
Pancakes are a must! Burgers were good but they are pricy for what it is. Definitely get the pancakes though. We got there as they were opening and it was already forming a line. Small resturants, make a reservation if you want to be safe. But we got in without one but it was busy. #Veganuary
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: Expensive
villain
Such beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing!
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leodrake16
Points +101
Wonderful Vegan Burger and Cake - Edit
I went with the crispy chicken burger and I honestly thought it was one of the best vegan burgers I’ve ever had! I also had the chocolate cake and that definitely was the best vegan cake I’ve had. Very high quality food at Ain Soph: Journey.
Read morePros: Full vegan menu , Best vegan dessert in Kyoto
Cons: Understaffed
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RiceT
Points +979
Awesome food! - Edit
We had wanted to visit all the Ain Soph outlets after Ain Soph Ripple (closed) and Ain Soph Journey Shinjuku. The variety of vegan food amazes us and we hope they will open in Singapore 🥰🙂🤩
Read morePros: Amazing set meal
Cons: Limited seating spaces
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sweeter
Points +28
Well Crafted Dishes - Edit
All is very well made & tasty (although the price point is a bit higher) Overall Good! 😊👍🏼
Read morePros: Tasty, Well Made
Cons: Higher Price point
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