Vegan restaurant and cafe serving a large menu of Japanese specialities such as ramen, katsu lunch sets, omurice, curry, cake, parfaits, and more. Located on the Teramachi-dori covered shopping street. Enter through the Mumokuteki lifestyle store and go up to the 2nd floor. Has table, counter and armchair seating, plus a spacious area for families with children. Lunch is served all afternoon. Last order is 1 hour before closing. NOTE: Please verify if still fully vegan. Open Mon-Tue 11:30am-4:00pm, Thu-Fri 11:30am-4:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-5:00pm. Closed Wed.
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291 Reviews
First Review by wanderingvegans
michellishuh
Points +50
Great food, great atmosphere! - Edit
The service was on point and the food as well. Also not to pricey but loaded with lots of umami and flavor.
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PassTheAvos
Points +71
Hands down favourite bowl of ramen - Edit
We got the sesame miso soy ramen and the sichuan style tan-tan noodle. My best friend and I both agreed this was our top restaurant during our trip. Would’ve gone back if we spent the night in Kyoto.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-19
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AnitaDollar
Points +4081
Completely delicious - Edit
Lovely interior and amazing food 💜
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Meirella
Points +48
super tasty! - Edit
I've eaten here before I turned vegan, about 3 years ago and I really liked it but found it really weird because I we all new to the whole vegetarian substitutes and such. This time I knew a lot more and both me and my partner really enjoyed our food. I took a dish that said it had fish stock in it and asked if I could get it without and the waiter said they made a version without it for people who wanted and that I would get a buillion soup instead of miso. So even if it says it contains fish, ask if they can make it without!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2017-06-04
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LisaLisaLisa
Points +419
Good food, closes early - Edit
Now entirely vegan restaurant in central Kyoto.
Read moreAbout the food:
Good food. Been there several times and had a tasty tofu-burger don (see picture) for 950 yen (L-size). Doria was very good, made with soy milk and coconut flakes to add some crustiness. Ramen is okay but doesn’t have a strong flavour - mostly tasted like coconut milk really - and sadly uses spaghetti instead of ramen noodles. Tofu cheese cake tasted really good but looked brown instead of white.
Other:
There is an English menu.
I like the interior. Very cosy, but with lots of space. The cutest place is meant for families and if you don't bring kids you're not allowed in, not even if the rest of the restaurant is full. It's often full at noon so go early or be prepared to wait for 30 minutes .
Updated from previous review in March, 2022.
Updated from previous review on 2016-08-17
Pros: Good food, Cosy but spacey, Centrally located near Kawaramachi
Cons: No dinner, Long wait, Unhelpful and sometimes unfriendly staff
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Fumi.S
Points +79
Cozy vegan place - Edit
Good location.
Read morePros: Vegan only, Cozy , Enjoyable shopping at ground floor as well
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Jessiedoes
Points +356
Super adresse à Kyoto - Edit
Le repas était excellent, ils nous ont offert un assiette de hors d'œuvres en entrée et une petite glaces maison au dessert.
Read moreOn a vraiment passer un super moment !
Pros: excellent, restaurant confortable, entrée offerte
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realvegan
Points +59
No takeout - Edit
The happycow page says takeout but I asked them and they said they cannot do any takeout. Food was not bad though. Also I wish they would stay open longer (their last order is 16:30 weekends, 17:30 weekdays)
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: No takeout, Short hours
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spirrettsensei
Points +67
Every item was delicious - Edit
My husband and I each ordered from the set menu. I had the katsu set, and he had the special for only a few hundred yen more. For that he got to try the katsu, hamburger and karaage. Sets came with miso, gyoza, rice, and two sides of pickles. Each item was delicious. Deserts were good, but couldn't compete with the mains. Coffee was also good. It was easy to book a table using the computer system downstairs, and staff were friendly.
Read morePros: Everything was vegan, Delicious, Good value
Cons: Menu quite small, Little expensive, Might have a long wait for a table
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irisheyes317
Points +1002
Enjoy the extensive menu - Edit
Worth a visit and some delicious options here
Read morePros: Staff speaks english, Superb variety
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ForAnimalsJapan
Points +5242
WOW!! - Edit
English 👇 京都に来たら必ず訪れたい『ムモクテキカフェ』。その理由は…まぁ続きをお読みください😆
Read moreまず、店内は広々としていて、同時に居心地の良い空間です。美しいデコレーションが施され、落ち着いた雰囲気があります✨
料理は文句なしに素晴らしく、しかも全てヴィーガンです。少しお値段は張りますが、それに見合うだけの価値はあります。私たちは、カツ、から揚げ、ハンバーグの御膳を注文しました。メイン3種に脇をかためるおかずが数種類と、こだわり抜いた美味しい玄米ご飯🍚日本のお義母さんの料理の味に似ていて、とても美味しかったです。デザートのニューヨークチーズケーキも最高でした😋
さらに、スタッフがとても親切で、店内がとても綺麗でした。ムモクテキカフェ、本当に超絶おすすめです‼️👍👍
Mumokuteki Cafe is a must visit in Kyoto. Read on to find out why:
For starters, the restaurant is spacious and cosy at the same time. Beautifully decorated and has a chill vibe.
The food is amazing— and it’s all vegan! It’s a little pricey, but you definitely get what you pay for here. We sprung for the gozen (set menu) that features katsu, karaage, and hamburg steak. It came with a few side dishes and uncommonly delicious brown rice. It tasted a lot like my Japanese mother-in-law’s cooking, which is a VERY good thing. The New York cheesecake was amazing too.
To top it all off, the staff is super friendly and everything is spotlessly clean. We
can’t recommend Mumokuteki Cafe enough!
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Daifukus
Points +132
Delicious vegan food in a convenient location! - Edit
Delicious vegan meals, plenty of yummy desserts and soy milk shakes, highly recommend their lunch plates! Their menu has something for everyone's taste buds, service was super friendly, attentive and helpful and the location was very convenient - do not miss out on this place when you are in Kyoto!
Read morePros: delicious vegan food & lots of options on the menu, super friendly service, very convenient location
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bertahudak
Points +546
Tiramisu - Edit
I ordered on ubereats and was totally impressed by the place. The food arrived in less than half an hour, it was warm and the salad was fresh. I had the locomoco, the patty was nice, but the sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste. Their tiramisu is the best vegan tiramisu I ever had (it's also gluten free!). Proper coffee-soaked sponge and light and fluffy creme.
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Rushifx
Points +106
Super delicious - Edit
This place is super delicious! I tried the ramen, burger lunch plate, and Katsu lunch plate. The vegetables are really fresh and it’s all just so good. I also ate the vegan ice cream with nuts and raspberries, which was wonderful. I always go here whenever I come to Kyoto.
Read morePros: Cozy place
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harpratap
Points +83
Spacious and delicious - Edit
Large place which doesn't feel too cramped, filling food at decent prices. The sweet dish made out of tofu was brilliant
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JuliaPachera
Points +27
Cozy when sitting on the couch - Edit
I had the hamburger steak with various vegetables. Everything tasted very good, but I before ordering I did not get that everything except the hamburger and the soup would be cold. Since I would have prefered a hot dish that was a bit a downer.
Read morePros: Enough different options to go many times
Cons: Expensive, Waiting for quite some time to get seated
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cbegley1808
Points +388
Reliable vegan option - Edit
Good reliable vegan restaurant with a range of options and desserts.
Read morePros: Whole menu is vegan , Huge variety
Cons: Expensive
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GrayHorwitz
Points +2044
Nice landing spot in busy shopping area - Edit
Mumokuteki has interesting dishes and nice ambiance. I enjoyed my meal there, but wasn't overly impressed with the food/value, therefore 4 stars feels appropriate. I didn't buy anything, but like pursuing the attached grocery store with had lots of speciality items.
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ireneshinoda
Points +101
I dream of Mumokuteki - Edit
We spent 2 weeks in Kyoto and ate here almost everyday. Such beautiful vegan food, at a reasonable price and in such a cool, comfortable setting. Longing to go back!
Read morePros: Japanese vegan food! , Great desserts
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egrzunov
Points +306
Decent dessert - Edit
Couldn’t find an abundance of dessert spots in Kyoto so had to try this out. Was alright if you feel like something sweet. A bit expensive for what it is. Ice cream was nice and creamy and enjoyed the tiramisu. Cheesecake was alright also, not too sweet which I enjoyed.
Read morePros: Many vegan options , English menus
Cons: Expensive
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Benjammas
Points +501
Nice restaurant. - Edit
We stumbled across this restaurant and were pleasantly surprised.
Read morePros: Vegan Raman was delicious
Cons: Closes early.
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MiaShivaunn
Points +63
Nice place, bit pricey. - Edit
Beautiful space but flavours lacking in burger meal. Small portions & overpriced for the taste. The matcha icecream dessert was super intense with the matcha jellies and sauce. Not very balanced with the components of the dishes.
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: Overpriced , Unbalanced flavours and textures
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SydneyStarfruit
Points +173
Delicious Vegan food - Edit
The menu is all vegan. I got the Tan Tan Ramen and the Tiramisu parfeit. They were incredibly delicious. I have dreams about how delicious this dessert was. Definitely worth the visit.
Read morePros: Vegan, So many desserts
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stoyani
Points +268
VEGAN and AMAZING - Edit
Everything on the menu is vegan, except for two drinks which have "honey" in the name. This includes all dishes, hot chocolate, lattes, desserts, shakes. The food is super delicious!
Read moreThe place is also pretty big, with very fast service. Has a separate area with toys for kids. Plenty of vegan Kyoto locals seem to frequent this cafe, which is always awesome to see.
Don't skip this, it is so worth it!
Pros: Extensive menu with pretty much everything vegan, Vegan pastries (including NY cheesecake), Vegan shakes
Cons: None at all
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seanybalds
Points +58
Food yum, drinks and dessert AMAZING - Edit
Ate here for lunch. Pretty much the entire menu is vegan minus one or two options which contain honey (clearly marked). Primarily Asian style cuisines (rice, salad and soy) which are yum. Drinks were amazing (especially the chocolate soft serve OMG). And of course the deserts were amazing. Be sure to eat here to support vegan business 🌱✌🇯🇵
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MiguelG
Points +140
Kyoto - Edit
We’ve been here twice in two days now. Once for dessert the other for lunch. The bread that comes with the soups are amazing. As are the cakes & pancakes.
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: Pricey but worth it
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sydneypea
Points +60
Great food - Edit
Yummy coconut curry, and side salad! My friend had the cheesecake and loved it but its hella expensive and tiny portion.
Read moreThey also wouldn't let me get take away for my cake so that was a bummer. Also cant split cheque so bring cash
Pros: Big menu, Lots of desserts
Cons: Expensive , Cant take away food
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