Vegan
Japanese
Take-out
Asian
Breakfast

Est. Dec. 2023. A cafe located two streets from Kiyomizu Dera. Casual vibe with a friendly, warm owner who can speak a little English. Offers traditional Kyoto style Obanzai set, vegan grilled meat set, nachos, Vietnamese pho, and more. Vegan desserts too including parfait and fried banana. Open Mon-Wed 11:30am-8:00pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am-8:00pm.


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70 Reviews

First Review by ireneshinoda

alfredorodrigueztasso

Points +15

Vegetarian
03 Mar 2024

Best vegan restaurant in Kyoto

The best vegan restaurant I have ever visited in Kyoto.

Pros: Tasty, Traditional , Friendly

ninnin

03 Mar 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. Thank you again for your good evaluation. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

Marielabarbara

Points +48

Vegan
03 Mar 2024

El mejor de Kyoto

Comida deliciosa 👏🏻 nos encantó y el dueño muy simpático.
La carta está en inglés/japonés y tienen variedad de comida y postres.

ninnin

03 Mar 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. Thank you again for your good evaluation. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

LydiaMurryy

Points +20

Vegan
14 Feb 2024

Amazing and funny owner

The owner was so charming, he speaks a little English but we were able to have a good few laughs! He brought us amazing food and we had a great time.

Pros: Sou meat platter , Pudding

Cons: Not so busy

ninnin

15 Feb 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. Thank you again for your good evaluation. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

Frandon

Points +35

Vegetarian
20 Jan 2024

Nice vegan Meals

Nice Choices of Vegan Meals. We have had the grilled soya meat With Rice and salad. Really delicious. Friendly und funny man. Best idea to eat there. #Veganuary

Pros: Meal choices , Price , Friendly staff

ninnin

20 Jan 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. Thank you again for your good evaluation. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

sophiardi

Points +48

Vegan
19 Jan 2024

Delicious Vegan Restaurant and Nice Owner

The owner was very nice and the food was delicious, I would really recommend it to anyone, vegan or not. It was hard to find many vegan options in Kyoto so I'm so glad this exists! I'm very excited to visit again next time I'm there😄

Pros: Nachos, Service, Atmosphere

ninnin

20 Jan 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. I will do my best to get a good evaluation and encourage you! I'm looking forward to seeing you again!

MPrive

Points +16

Vegan
19 Jan 2024

Friendly, cosy and delicious

I loved the soy meat set, the owner is very friendly. Great place to go after visiting Kiyomizu Dera ❤️

ninnin

19 Jan 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. I will do my best to get a good evaluation and encourage you! I'm looking forward to seeing you again!

m@earthville

Points +9717

Vegan
09 Jan 2024

Tasty food, joyful proprietor

Silver Backs Cafe is a happy little spot for tasty vegan takes on local staples (such as obanzai) and a few dishes from further afield. The set meals are nicely balanced with good flavors and textures. The atmosphere is charming, and the service very kind. The jovial proprietor speaks enough English to achieve clarity on what’s to be served, and in a delightful way. I enjoyed hearing him sing in the kitchen while preparing my meal.

Recommended. Enjoy! #Veganuary

ninnin

09 Jan 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. Thank you again for your good evaluation. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

nosaka

Points +35

Vegan
08 Jan 2024

Best vegan options near Kiyomizu-dera

Truly excellent food, cozy atmosphere, and the owner is a very kind chef who is willing to chat about the area if you are inclined.

ninnin

08 Jan 2024

Thank you for coming to our store. I'm honored to receive the highest evaluation. Please come and see this strange uncle again. I'll be waiting!

suikunkun

Points +791

Vegan
24 Dec 2023

Wonderful vegan surprise

A really tasty lunch here with several international options. One of the appetizers was the best tempeh I have ever had (why doesn't it taste like this when I cook it? The owner said he double fries it). Tasty set meal and faux meat too. And great desserts, especially the pudding. Wow!

Updated from previous review on 2023-12-24

Pros: Tasty food , Friendly owner, Huge menu

Cons: The parfait was a little too sweet lol

ninnin

25 Dec 2023

Thank you for coming to our store. I'm glad you enjoyed your meal. Thank you for praising the hard-working pudding in particular. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

Veganminshuku3neko

Points +32

Vegan
17 Dec 2023

Tasty, warm and friendly

This restaurant is a great addition to the area. Fully vegan, with a range of food from different cuisines. A great mix of Japanese and international menu items. Everything we tried was very tasty, beautifully presented, and good value. The owner is warm and friendly, and speaks some English. Definitely recommend a visit.

ninnin

17 Dec 2023

ご来店いただきありがとうございました。あなた達に出会えた事は私にとって幸運な事でした。これからもよろしくお願いします。

moonroy

Points +28

Vegan
15 Dec 2023

Sobresaliente

Una comida riquísima. Buenas cantidades. Un ambiente muy tranquilo y el dueño es una persona de lo más amable y risueña. Si vas dirección al templo Kiyumizu-dera te recomiendo que pases aquí después del caos de todo el alboroto.

Pros: La comida estaba buenísima , Un sitio tranquilo con buen ambiente, Buenas cantidades

ninnin

15 Dec 2023

Thank you for visiting us.
I'm glad you were satisfied.
I look forward to seeing you again.

CandelaBetancor

Points +30

Vegan
15 Dec 2023

Buenísimo

Un sitio super agradable, con un dueño super atento y la comida buenísima. 100% recomendado

ninnin

15 Dec 2023

Thank you for visiting us.
I look forward to seeing you again.
Please go to Nijiya and have fun!

AngelEyeSs

Points +32

Vegan
08 Dec 2023

Very satisfying!

Just ate at the Silver Back Cafe and the food is incredible. Great service and good potion sizes. If you are in Kyoto, do yourself a favour and make sure to try this place.

ninnin

08 Dec 2023

Thank you for visiting us.
It is my greatest joy to have you all happy today.
We look forward to seeing you again.

kevinliang

Points +8

Non Veg
06 Dec 2023

Yummy

Yummy food, short walk from Kiyomizu-dera, reasonably priced set meals at 2000yen.

Pros: Grilled soy meat

ninnin

06 Dec 2023

Thank you for visiting us.
We are glad that you liked our soybean meat grilled meat.
And thank you for your excellent evaluation.
That evaluation is my purpose in life.
We look forward to seeing you again!

AkudamaRO

Points +24

Vegan
03 Dec 2023

Amazing!

Fantastic all vegan food with generous portions and tremendous Kyoto hospitality! Great food with a good range and excellent coffee.
Owner is exceptionally friendly and speaks English

Pros: Excellent vegan food and coffee, Very friendly and hospitable, Convenient location from Kiyomizu dera

ninnin

04 Dec 2023

Thank you for visiting us.
I hope you enjoyed it!
I'm looking forward to seeing you again. ^_^

ireneshinoda

Points +101

Vegan
02 Dec 2023

Super friendly service

We stayed across the road from here right as it opened. We came for coffee every morning. The owner was so friendly. Limited English but very eager to communicate and have a laugh. Coffee was great and food was so delicious!

ninnin

04 Dec 2023

i got you!
Thank you for visiting us.
Thank you again for your kindness.
I look forward to seeing you again. (^^)




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