Vegan-friendly
Ovo
Japanese
Gluten-free
Non-veg

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. Open Mon-Sun 12:00pm-10:00pm. Closed Tue-Wed. Last order 30 minutes before closing.


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400 Reviews

First Review by Mooloobooloo

MeliaCoury

Points +17

Mostly Veg
18 Oct 2022

Wow! Must eat!

Best vegan ramen I’ve ever had. The flavors had lots of depth. The broth was super flavorful without being too salty like other vegan ramens. The two owners were super nice. My boyfriend got the spicy and I got the normal. We like it so much we went back a second time before leaving Kyoto.

Pros: Great flavor, Friendly staff that speaks pretty good English. , Cool atmosphere

Dinse

Points +21

Vegetarian
04 Oct 2022

Good and fast ramen

It had multiple vegan options and very nice cook, it was clearly stated what was vegan and what was not vegan.
It is placed on 1st floor, the place on ground floor does not have any vegetarian or vegan options.

Pros: 2 vegan options

Cons: Not a big place

Kitsunenokokoro

Points +38

Vegan
01 Oct 2022

Some of the best Ramen ever

In search and crave of vegan food, we came here to be amazed by the intensity of the flavor and perfect composition of the ramen. You can watch as the chef prepares your vegan ramen for you. When I ordered the spicy ramen, he asked if it was spicy enough and when I asked for some more, gave me several options to spicen up my ramen even further (Japanese pepper, Shichimi togarashi, and a kind of gin). A great experience with very friendly staff that also spoke decent English. When we came here, it was quite empty, but with the reopening of the Japanese borders there might be an increase in visitors, filling up this small hole in the wall place. Make sure to visit when you're in Kyoto!

Pros: Two fully vegan ramen, Friendly staff

Cons: Small shop

Gromlin

Points +62

Vegan
03 Sep 2022

The BEST vegan ramen and gyozas

The zesty vegan was so delicious! It had a nice heat to it and lots of flavour! If I could eat here every day I would.
Lovely crispy gyozas too.

Pros: Delicious , Nice vibes , Great vegan options

julialamour

Points +127

Vegan
26 Jul 2022

Spicy vegan ramen

The spicy vegan ramen was amazing and flavorful! It was pretty spicy as well which I loved. Would definitely come back💗

AndrewBlazevic

Points +27

Vegetarian
27 Jul 2020

Favourite Ramen!

The Zesty Vegan Ramen was my favourite ramen that I ate during my trip to Japan! Would definitely eat here again

Veganbea

Points +150

Vegan
16 Jun 2020

Nice ramen and gyozas

The ramen is tasty and not too creamy. It's not my favourite vegan ramen in Kyoto but a reliable option. I definitely recommend trying the gyozas too.

TaraAnnGreen

Points +23

Vegetarian
27 May 2020

No longer there.

It is not there anymore.

julialamour

26 Jul 2022

Kitsunenokokoro

01 Oct 2022

It was closed during the pandemic, but has luckily reopened

Sheen per

Points +263

Vegan
15 Mar 2020

Good but not magic

Had the spicy vegan ramen. It was tasty enough but about half way through had grown bored with the “soup” which was tasteless and boring. But is was a vegan meal and not too expensive so ok.

egrzunov

Points +306

Vegan
13 Mar 2020

Great vegan ramen

Two vegan options clearly labeled. Was a great ramen, nothing like I’ve had before. Prefer clear broth it got a bit heavy towards the end but great non the less. Good price point also.

Pros: Great flavours, 2 vegan options

Dranrebm15

Points +16

Vegan
28 Feb 2020

Vegan Ramen option

They have two vegan Ramen Options, one spicy as Well. The staff ist friendly and helpful with ordering.
Your Order and pay at the Automat in the Front of the Store.
The Food was served rather quick and was very delicious.

Unumstritten

Points +13

Vegetarian
28 Feb 2020

Two vegan Ramen and dumplings

Staff was very nice and helped with questions. Both vegan ramen options are amazing. One is pretty spicy, JFYI.
We've been here three times during our trip, can only recommend.

maggo

Points +48

Vegetarian
18 Feb 2020

Good vegan Ramen

They offer two vegan ramen options. One is spicy and the other one is based on soy beans and mild. We have been 6 days in Kyoto and twice in this restaurant. You order by Engine. Theres english explanation and friendly stuff will help you to order if you need help. Price was ~1300 Yen per Ramen. Try the vegan gyoza also! We didnt order drinks because you get cold tea for free. You find the restaurant in google maps & maps.me. Its in a shopping street in the city center. Highly recommend!

Pros: Cosy , Two vegan Options

turl

Points +24

Vegan
14 Feb 2020

Delicious spicy vegan ramen

Choice of two vegan options. The spicy ramen was delicious and the restaurant is warm and clean (has a franchise vibe). Seems to be popular with tourists but would definitely recommend for vegan ramen!

MiaShivaunn

Points +63

Vegan
12 Feb 2020

Seriously Delicious!

So far best value for money that I’ve come across here in Kyoto. Delicious Spicy Vegan ramen & fried gyoza 🥟 yum yum I’m going back for dinner tonight for sure!! Big Serving & big flavour!!

Pros: Easy & fast, Delicious , Great Value

CerataWang

Points +35

Vegetarian
11 Feb 2020

超好吃

來京都一定要試試看,非常美味,可以和店員說去五辛。

MiguelG

Points +140

Vegan
02 Feb 2020

Great Ramen

First time we’ve ordered from a vending machine which was a bucket list item that turned out well. The ramen is fantastic but only two vegan options.

Pros: Great taste

Cons: Not much variety

evoluktion

Points +36

Vegan
22 Jan 2020

How good is sake

Great ramen honestly very nice also try the dumplings or regret it

Sake is strong in the best of ways

Cool vending machines, very touristy, great service and a friendly team

Pros: Dumplings, Sake, All the food

charlotteinjapan

Points +461

Vegan
19 Jan 2020

I love engine ramen!

Despite some of the negative reviews, I actually really like engine ramen’s vegan ramen and happy to pay a little extra for it. The soup is thicker and very flavorful compared to other ramen places. Almost like pottage. The noodles are really yummy too. I like that they are thicker and not so much like pasta spaghetti like some other ramen places. I tried both the original vegan ramen and the spicy one. I like spice but it was almost too hot for me!!! I was so surprised. I like the original the best. Also there is the option to get a bigger size which I don’t find often at other vegan ramen places. The gyoza is ok, it’s more like a deep fried dumpling than gyoza but appreciate another vegan item on the list. Also it’s convenient to go their with my carnivorous husband lol we can both eat ramen and be happy.

Pros: Tasty vegan ramen , Multiple vegan options , Spacious

brebre

Points +83

Vegetarian
17 Jan 2020

Delicious ramen!

Had fantastic vegan ramen and the gyoza. Both were delicious and filling. Staff were super friendly

JuneBugLiv83

Points +120

Vegan
09 Jan 2020

Filling and Delicious Vegan Ramen

Quirky little restaurant in the busy shopping district.

Order and lay at a vending machine which was fun.

Absolutely delicious veg dumplings and two vegan ramen options - all clearly labelled.

Some much food and full of flavour.

AndyVeg

Points +123

Vegan
22 Dec 2019

Tourist trap

I have no idea how this place has such a good score, I've had better vegan ramen in Australia.

If you want to pay 1200 yen for a bowl of below average ramen and get catered to as a tourist then go here.

You won't see locals here because it's rubbish.

Cons: Aimed at tourists, Expensive, Poor quality

Veganminshuku3neko

Points +32

Vegan
11 Dec 2019

Good vegan options

We have eaten here many times, and taken friends staying with us. Love their zesty vegan ramen!!! Also, the fried vegan gyoza are good. The owner recently told us that 50% of their business is now serving the vegan options.

Pros: Tasty vegan options, Nice venue, Good atmosphere

Cons: The vending machine is a little impersonal

LucyChamberlin

Points +30

Vegetarian
03 Dec 2019

Hot comfort food!

Spicy and non spicy vegan options in this cosy ramen restaurant. Food comes quickly, staff speak some English- a great place to chill after too much shopping!!

whiskersc

Points +51

Mostly Veg
28 Nov 2019

Ramen with a super rich soup made with daikon, soy milk and rice milk.

Their dumpling are deep fried with green onions as fillings.

roquerynn

Points +467

Vegan
20 Nov 2019

Great ramen

We enjoyed two of the few options of ramen they had and the gyoza as well. You have to order at a vending mashine. Staff was very friendly and showed us the vegan options although they were clearly marked. The ice tea was free and very refreshing. Would come back!

JulianaElmgren

Points +62

Vegan
13 Nov 2019

Tasty ramen

The ramen was amazing :)




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