Ovo
Japanese
Beer/Wine
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Small gyoza and ramen shop. Has vegan appetizers, but the owner (although he doesn't speak English) will work with you to cook vegan dishes such as hot tofu Kyoto style and ochazuke with rice. Occasionally will have vegan gyoza. Last orders 30 minutes before closing. Non smoking. Open Tue-Sun 12:00pm-2:00pm.
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29 Reviews
First Review by jasminer
MaryanneMalandrinos
Points +104
Great ramen and extremely accommodating staff - Edit
They had an assortment of options which was extremely rare in Nikko. Although the owners didn’t speak perfect English they clearly marked vegan options and were extremely accommodating towards vegans and vegetarians. Their food was also great and didn’t feel like an afterthought which is always appreciated. We had the spicy miso ramen and the soy sauce ramen and gyoza, all of which were amazing.
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PatrickLey
Points +16
Very nice staff and extremely good gyozas - Edit
Clearly labeled vegan options and staff that are very nice and helpful.
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lanasmom1993
Points +297
Delicious and clearly labeled vegan gyoza and ramen - Edit
I’m not sure if the menu has changed recently, but they now have a vegetarian section on their English menu that has gyoza (vegan) and soy sauce or spicy miso ramen (can be made vegan by subbing the vegan noodles). The vegan noodles are also gluten free but you cannot tell at all! They are delicious. There is a vegan person currently working there who speaks fluent English and Japanese who I think is helping them with the vegan options.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-15
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KatherineWinter
Points +1404
Great gyoza - Edit
I was worried when I didn’t see a clear vegan option on the menu. However, luckily “vegan” is the same in Japanese. The wait staff and chef are friendly. If you are only getting only gyoza, I would recommend getting two orders. The fried gyoza is yummy!
Read moreCons: Unclear menu
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danchaplin
Points +26
Tasty Veggie Lunch - Edit
Nice little place, tasty ramen and gyoza. All the staff very friendly, just pop your name on the list outside and wait for your turn!
Read morePros: Clearly labelled veggie options, Friendly staff
Cons: Very small so you might need to wait for a seat
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joanfreeman
Points +33
Excellent vegetarian ramen & gyoza - Edit
After a cold walk at the lake & falls a hot bowl of ramen & gyoza was just what we needed and more
Read morePros: Very tasty, Ramen served in hot earthenware bowl , Friendly & will accommodate requests
Cons: As with everything in Nikko closes early
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SerinaRöben
Points +288
Super leckere Ramen! - Edit
Sehr leckere Ramen. Die Besitzer haben ein Schild mit dem Sie fragen ob man vegetarisch ist. Unbedingt drauf achten zu sagen dass die Nudeln ohne Ei seien sollen, denn Sie haben Nudeln mit und ohne Ei.
Read moreDie Öffnungszeiten sind undurchsichtig.
Pros: Vegane Ramen und Gyoza
Cons: Haben nur selten offen
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Chiko
Points +40
Delicious gyoza & ramen! - Edit
I enjoyed eating ramen for the first time in Japan. I lived in Japan for 10 years but was never able to eat ramen in a restaurant! My non-vegetarian Japanese husband also enjoyed the ramen broth and vege gyoza. The owner is friendly and his smallish shop has a pleasant atmosphere.
Read morePros: Provides a vege option of ramen & gyoza, Reasonably priced, Friendly
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Hsiu
Points +25
Good service - Edit
There're some dishes for vegetarians. Such as Ramen , tofu , salad, Japanese dumplings , Yuba sashimi . The chef shows us how to taste piping hot tofu and blends sauce for Japanese dumplings. The soup of miso Ramen is very rich but not too salty. It's good for health.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2019-11-14
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SatiMiura
Points +61
The best lamen! - Edit
The stuff is very friendly and the lamen is very tasty!
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AndreaOsmar
Points +1136
Ramen 🍜 - Edit
A few vegan options, English menu, very tasty!! Definitely recommend a visit!! Super friendly and happy staff
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-07-25
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EmmaDendler
Points +239
Update - Edit
Hours don’t seem to be correct any more. Arrived at 1730 and wasn’t open.
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C36W
Points +135
So friendly and helpful! - Edit
The staff at the restaurant were so friendly. Although he didn’t speak perfect English the chef came and check with us what was okay. He asked about dashi in the sauce and if we just wanted soy sauce. He also asked about eggs. They even gave us an extra dumpling so that we had an even number to share. I would definitely go back and support them!
Read morePros: Vegetarian menu, Cheap price, Helpful staff
Cons: Small restaurant
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kittymom009
Points +17
delicious and fast - Edit
Vegetarian part of menu. good prices. tasty!
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ani507
Points +495
Great place! And Gyoza! 😍 - Edit
Very tasty, they now have a vegetarian menue!
Read moreThey have many many options and I wish I would have findout about them sooner :)
The gyoza was great and first vegan I found in Japan
Pros: Lots of options, Close at a ralatably late (for the area)
Cons: Not sure if they use special non-meat dishes
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Hard
Points +246
Great gyoza and ramen - Edit
Cheerful place for ramen and gyoza, can be vegan or vegetarian.
Read morePros: Full English menu, Separate vegetarian menu
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charlotteinjapan
Points +461
Delicious gyoza and good vegan ramen - Edit
It was great to have a vegan option in Nikko. The gyoza was truly delicious and the ramen was pretty good too. The owner was very welcoming, reasonably priced food and I’d definitely go back.
Read morePros: Delicious vegan food, Reasonable , Friendly
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Geektesse
Points +84
Would give 5 stars if I could - Edit
The chef was super friendly, knew what vegan was and also was very helpful with the menu. Food was super delicious! Would eat it every lunch if I could
Read morePros: Delicious food, Kind Chef / Manager / waitress , Reasonable amount of vegan options
Cons: None other than also having meat on the menu
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pinchy
Points +13
Lots of vege and vegan options - Edit
The owner is very helpful and friendly and the food was delicious. We had gyozas, yuba, hot tofu and Natto. The ingredients are written in English so it was nice to know exactly what was in everything.
Read morePros: Ingredients of gyoza listed in English , Friendly and helpful owner, Lots of vegetarian and vegan options
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jane555
Points +51
Amazing - Edit
Amazing veggie food, designated menu - we stayed in Nikko for 2 nights and went both evenings!!
Read morePros: Vegetarian menu (just ask), Amazing food, Lovely chef!
Cons: None
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jackdek
Points +54
Good stop after a Long walk - Edit
The best Gyozas ... ask for the Vegan versions. Brilliant!
Read morePros: Good Gyozas
Cons: Non
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KaileeMandel
Points +93
Friendly and delicious - Edit
The chef was so kind and welcoming. I showed him my vegan card and he immediately pointed out what I could eat (there was a whole vegetarian menu) I had gyoza and miso ramen! He cooked it all from what looked like scratch. It was the cheapest ramen but rich in taste! Highly recommend! I do warn there was a mixup on how much food I ordered and some how ended up with three orders of gyoza. So if you are with multiple people, individually order!
Read morePros: Many options, Kind staff, Great taste
Cons: Slow (but because it is scratch made)
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DaniMiller
Points +39
What a wonderful experience! Helpful chef too! - Edit
After traveling from small towns in Japan where vegan options didn't exist and 7/11 snacks were our only friends .... coming here where the chef brought out ingredients to make sure the pho he was going to make was okay and also made vegan gyoza- WOW.
Read moreIf you ever make it to Nikko please visit this place. Amazing staff, awesome experience and incredibly affordable.
Would give 5 stars if I could.
Pros: Amazing chef, Accomodating
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zenlove
Points +18
Amazing vegan options - Edit
Great vegan ramen and gyoza set.There is two choices for vegan noodle or egg noodle.
Read moreSo you have to tell him.It’s good amount and amazing price and very tasty.
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GeorgeR
Points +96
Great little place for gyoza and ramen! - Edit
We ate here twice while in Nikko. The owner's English was pretty good. Normally their gyoza comes with five pieces, but he gave us six because we were a group of three. The gyoza was very good, and the ramen was excellent! If we come back to Nikko, this place will be on our list of favorite restaurants in Nikko.
Read morePros: Delicious ramen, Great service, Friendly staff
Cons: Limited veggie menu
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Eileen17
Points +128
Option pratique et pas cher - Edit
Vraiment super d'avoir ce restaurant sur la ville de Nikko (surtout quand Yasai cafe meguri est fermé sans raison!)
Read moreLa devanture est en japonais, donc assurez vous de la repérer en avance.
Nous avons pu manger du riz et des gyoza pour pas cher du tout et c'était très bien!
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DitaCarlita
Points +483
Helpful Chef - Edit
Came here after finding this place on HappyCow and that the staff would accommodate. The waitress knew what vegetarian/vegan was and so did the chef. He made us a plate of tofu, vegetable gyoza and plain rice. The place is very busy. It’s also easier if you know how to speak Japanese.
Read morePros: Understanding of veganism, Fast service
Cons: Busy
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