Part of Neal's Yard Remedies shop and salon group, this is a more upscale kind of restaurant that offers a small selection of set meals and dessert. Has English menu. Located in Harajuku, in proximity to the Harajuku JR station, 1/2 block from Omotesando subway exit onto Jingu-dori: exit from Omote Sando station and go towards Harajuku station, walking on the left side, turn down the 1st alley on left, follow signs from there. Or Ginza line exit at Omote-Sando station, use exit A1, walk a few meters and turn immediately left into the small alley. Reported fully vegan April 2022. Open Mon-Sun 11:30am-6:00pm. Last food order 4pm. Last drinks order Fri & Sat 8pm. Closed on the first Tue of every month.
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Last update on 19 Jan 2024 by BrownRice
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157 Reviews
First Review by Baza
eszter.csapo
Points +1031
Wonderful food and atmosphere - Edit
This place has such a nice vibe, with high quality platn based food. They have 3 set menus you can pick from plus 5 desserts. Price is fair for the quality and portions. The lemoncheescake is very tasty, not too sweet and perfect texture. Staff is very kind and speak good English. Lovely outdoor seating if weather permits.
Read morePros: Love the set menu options, Atmosphere
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TineGo
Points +388
will definitively return - Edit
i had a wonderful time here. the staff is super friendly, the food very tasty and nicely arranged and the price is reasonable as well. i'll definitively come back to this place next time i'm in tokyo :)
Read morePros: daily changing dish, lots of desserts
Cons: last order is around 17.00 - keep that in mind
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zubora
Points +213
Great atmosphere - Edit
I went with my niece and nephew and we all loved the atmosphere. The drinks were good and the lemon tofu cake we all shared was excellent. Highly recommend!
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Celinesama
Points +165
Good and nutritious - Edit
The curry and the cheesecake were really nice! The stuff is also friendly and the location beautiful.
Read morePros: Healthy, Friendly staff
Cons: A bit pricy
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ValaBeneath
Points +1318
Good quality and fair prices - Edit
The location is really cool and elegant, we appreciate the service as well.
Read moreThey offers organic and healthy food with the same price that others restaurants but the food here is good and well prepared. I tried the curry with brown rice and the lemon tofu cake. I really enjoyed this place!
Pros: Good food , Good prices, Nice location and service
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cj81914
Points +621
Great location and delicious! - Edit
Great location in harajuku. Had the lunch set, an iced coffee, ginger ale and dessert. The homemade ginger beer was to die for!
Read moreBut other than that, all the portions were very small, tasty, but nothing life changing. Might return, but worth a look for good quality vegan food in harajuku.
Pros: Home made ginger ale!, Good location , Good quality ingredients
Cons: Expensive, Small portions
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JeffG
Points +38
Delicious and nutritious - Edit
We had lunch there after a walk down the Tokyo Champs Elysee. Food was delicious and felt super healthy as we ate it. Good value - highly recommend!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Indoor - outdoor seating, Steps away from subway
Cons: Outdoor seats could be a little more comfortable, Service a little slow when busy
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midnightsurfer
Points +30
Amazing spot - Edit
Great hidden spot.
Read morePros: Set course , Good value, Originality
Cons: Portions small
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lewisjc
Points +304
Beautiful setting - Edit
Swanky place, food beautifully presented and wholesome with interesting flavours. They only offer three set menus, and we only tried one dessert (matcha tiramisu) which to be honest wasn’t to the wife’s taste.
Read morePros: All vegan , Presentation and quality, Well decorated
Cons: Only three set menus, Difficult to find
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benz888
Points +100
Great atmosphere and food - Edit
Definitely one of the best place to go in Tokyo.. Nice food and setting
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vivekraj108
Points +44
Amazing food and service - Edit
The food and service was awesome!
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ameliabanner1
Points +318
Incredible! - Edit
If you visit Tokyo you must visit Brown Rice. I had a delicious traditional meal from the lunch time set menu which featured seasoned brown rice, a little tomato salad, miso soup, fried potato, some pickled radishes with ginger, and fried tofu balls to be dipped in a soy sauce. For desert I chose the lemon tofu cheesecake. Beautiful food in a serene surrounding. I would love to come back.
Read morePros: Vegan menu , Friendly staff , Lovely atmosphere
Cons: Slightly pricey but well worth it
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FrankieW
Points +2670
Wow factor high! - Edit
Elegant from top to bottom. This is where one can treat oneself because every penny spent is more than worth it.
Read moreAs with many restaurants in Tokyo, the set lunch format is what works here. This was some of the freshest, healthiest food we've ever eaten.
The presentation of both the food and the interior design was immaculate. The desserts rounded of our dining experience with aplomb.
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Nue
Points +200
Perfect lunch - Edit
Delicious food. Very quiet and beautiful place. A very good experience. Recommendable.
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MichaelRobinson
Points +3368
Not my bowl of rice. - Edit
My girlfriend LOVES this place and yes it's a beautiful restaurant, good atmosphere, great interior, a sea of tranquility, perfect for your instagram but it's just not for me. It was busy so we were sat in the outside courtyard which was lovely in the sunshine. I chose the curry lunch set and my girlfriend opted for the breaded tofu set. Again it's all a matter of personal taste, for me the curry was nice but nothing exceptional where as the breaded tofu was delicious, the rest of it just doesn't excite me or my taste buds. On the flipside my girlfriend adores this joint and the food they serve.
Read morePros: Vegan., Nice interior and atmosphere.
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Liss29
Points +46
Delicious but more western - Edit
The restaurant was modern, beautiful and quiet- a great place to get away from the bustle of the Main Street. I ordered the curry set but it was more like a tomato based ragu or stew. It definitely wasn’t curry and mine didn’t have any soy meat or tofu in it like past reviewers have mentioned.
Read moreThe portions were okay but it is a bit pricy for what you get. This is the type of place I would recommend for people missing western flavours and who just want a lot of vegetables. Whilst tasty, this is not the place to find vegan authentic Japanese food.
Pros: Lots of vegetables, Beautiful restaurant , Tasty
Cons: Expensive, Not Japanese flavours, Limited menu
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AnouskaParr
Points +93
Agh what happened 😢 - Edit
I came here on my last trip to Tokyo & it was great, tasty, wholesome, delicious. This time I ordered what I thought was steamed dumplings in a basket but it was actually steamed vegetables, that made me sad, not sure if something was lost in translation but it definitely said dumplings. It was just so bland. Nothing had any flavour except for the mushrooms in the salad. Service was great, staff were great, miso was delicious. If you like food that’s largely unflavoured then you’ll like it!
Read morePros: All vegan, Great service , Reasonable price for food (drinks expensive)
Cons: Bland 😢
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SunilKoticha
Points +103
Amazing flavours - Edit
Amazing flavours at this restaurant. Ambiance was very nice as well tucked away in a small street. Good size meal for a decent price. We ordered the weekly special meal and it came with Sweet Soy Tofu. I have to learn how to cook like this as it was amazing. Would highly recommend this place.
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Miiya
Points +252
very delicious - Edit
I wasn't sure what to expect hence the negative and positive reviews but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was very delicious and it was all traditional japanese food. The staff was friendly and I really enjoyed the options and the food I got.
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BeeJax
Points +321
Expensive food for the money, more of an “instagram” place for pictures - Edit
Expensive food, food quality was low for the money and what is advertised. Not many flavours or taste. Unfortunately we had amber rude service which was surprised by.
Read moreAll my other veggie experiences here in japan have been amazing (and I have lived here for 4 years) and never had to leave a negative review on happy cow
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Pros: Pretty location, Good for phots
Cons: Expensive , Bad service
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Imgrumpytoo
Points +33
damn. - Edit
Maybe the best vegetarian curry I’ve had in Tokyo. Why? It’s not full of boiled potatoes and carrots which everyone does. It’s got the fake soy meat and fancy grilled veggies on top. Yum! Hurts the wallet though :(
Read morePros: soy meat
Cons: expensive
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AmalieRA
Points +126
Nice, but I was disappointed - Edit
I might have had to high expectations for this place, but to me it was a disappointing experience. The food wasn’t bad at all it was just really boring, and at that price point!?! I got both the lunch set and a chocolate dessert and both were underwhelming. The lunch set was a bit tasteless, one of the small dishes was a poorly prepared blob of spinach. Tasted fine, but just boring. The fried tofu and tempeh were probably the best aspect of the set, and the salad with this was really nice.
Read moreIt was nice that everything was vegan.
The restaurant itself was very plain to me, and lacked personality, clean and proper though.
Pros: All vegan, Healthy
Cons: Expensive , Bit tasteless
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m@earthville
Points +9608
A hidden gem in Tokyo - Edit
Brown Rice Cafe is one of my new favorite eateries in Tokyo. Delicious, healthy, and beautifully prepared food, with gracious and attentive service, in a relaxing environment.
Read moreI had the seasonal set meal, which was excellent and well balanced.
This place is quite popular, so it's good to arrive early and get your name on the list.
Highly recommended! Enjoy!
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BenoitGran
Points +599
Great dessert, nice atmosphere - Edit
I went there with a couple of friends around 15:00 to have a cake. The tofu lemon cheesecake was delicious, and I like the place too, it was lovely. I will definitely go there again very soon to try their lunch menu.
Read morePros: Tasty, Great atmosphere
Cons: A bit pricey
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Seiashun
Points +424
Beautiful - Edit
The cafe is tucked away in a small street that's full of greenery. It feels very cozy and calming.
Read moreWe ordered the seasonal set menu and the bamboo basket steamed vegetable set. It comes with just the right amount of food to make you feel satisfied and full. All the food was of high quality and felt meticulously prepared. The presentation of both sets was lovely. Really yummy and healthy lunch. For dessert we had a nut tart, which was just the right amount of sweet.
I wouldn't mind eating this kind of food every day!
Pros: quality food, beautiful presentation, nice atmosphere
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BlankSpace
Points +930
Best quality, great service - Edit
Brown rice brings the best that Japan has to offer (beautiful and seasonal food) without the stuff that drives you crazy (impractical / inflexible).
Read moreService is friendly and efficient and high quality.
Food is creative and delicious.
I love the selection of traditional deserts.
Wish they would open past 5pm.
Pros: High quality food and deserts , Great service , Pleasant ambiance
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kasiam
Points +76
mind blowing food - Edit
It is definitely the best vegan food I have tried in Tokyo! I will be coming back every time when travelling to Japan.
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