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TU CASA - Zero waste & Plant based トゥ・カサ
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Vegan
Vegan
Beer/Wine
Korean
Korean restaurant serving bibimbap, baked goods, and more. There is a zero-waste store on site. Open Tue 5:00am-8:00pm, Thu-Fri 5:00pm-8:00pm. Opening hours may vary - check Instagram before visiting.
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Last update on 02 Dec 2024 by Tu_casa
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Added by MeiIchinose on 16 Oct 2022
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147 Reviews
First Review by MeiIchinose
Hodzic_fam
Points +1754
Amazing overall experience - Edit
The vibe in this place is amazing. The food was very well prepared both visually and with regards to taste. This was the top culinary experience at a vegan restaurant in Japan. Highly recommended. Fairly priced and nice staff as well.
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SmartymatMatysma
Points +16
Good, but not great - Edit
A zero waste concept is revolutionary in Japan. The store does a great job of implementing this, even the menu looks like it comes from sustainable production.
Read moreUnfortunately there is no relationship between price and performance. As a vegan, you are happy about any shop here where you can order thoughtlessly and without asking. But it's a shame if in the end it feels like you're being asked to pay heavily for it. So far it was the most expensive restaurant we ate in, with unfortunately only mediocre food.
Pros: A Lot of Options for side dishes, The seasonal Drink tasted good
Cons: To expensive, Service was very slow(No full House), No exciting taste
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EmilyBartholomew
Points +27
Cozy Korean Food, Low Stress - Edit
Our first night in Japan we were desperately looking for a place for a meal as most of our hotels had meals included that accommodate our dietary needs.
Read moreThis location did not require a reservation, although the shop is quite small. We were seated immediately, some aspects were self serve such as getting water.
We were waited on and were treated kindly and respectfully by those that helped us. There was an English menu which was very accommodating.
The food was great, I chose the Rainbow Gimbap for something light (since I was stressed from food hunting) and my partner got the Korean BBQ Bowl which I was jealous of because it was delicious. We also got tea which was wonderful.
Pros: Easy, Cozy, Delicious
Cons: Small, Limited menu , N/A
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MinaNoir
Points +170
Great meal, desserts and lovely owners - Edit
We had a great meal in Tu Casa, super tasty!
Read moreYummy desserts and those strawberry shakes were to die for!
We came back a few times even if it was just for the smoothie and scones :-)
It's a cute little place and the couple running it is lovely and friendly.
Pros: Opens more late than most vegan restaurants, Lovely food and desserts, Friendly staff
Cons: Sold out fast
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Husopp
Points +535
PERFECTION - Edit
it was an amazing restaurant, the interior with lots of love, plants and some own zero waste products. The staff was so kind and genuinely friendly - we talked a bit after paying. The soy meat was incredible, everyone (non vegans/vegetarians) loved it so much! Oh and we all loved the zero waste philosophy!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-11-02
Pros: Friendly staff , Perfect soy meat , Beautiful atmosphere
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BrianBanks
Points +76
Fabulous - Edit
A great couple running a great restaurant. Pleasant company and the best food. I had a half order of sushi and a big bowl of BBQ, both great.
Read morePros: Food, Hosts , Atmosphere
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MeatieVegan
Points +40
Best vegan chicken for non-vegans - Edit
I had the BBQ bowl. I recommend that for all non-vegan friends following their vegans to restaurants. Tastes like pork. No idea how they did it, flavour was amazing.
Read morePros: Best fake pork ever., Great decor and atmosphere
Cons: Tiny place so be early or expact to wait
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Giuliaantonello
Points +23
Atmosfera e delizie culinarie - Edit
Locale piccolino ma ben curato, colorato, con possibilità di comprare frutta secca, spezie ed altro.
Read morePortante principali saporite, gustose, varie. Noi abbiamo preso un riso con verdure (delizioso) e un secondo con (credo) straccetti di soia divinamente conditi e verdure. Consigliatissimo!
Pros: Piatti colorati e gustosi, Atmosfera accogliente , Prezzi buoni
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trashbaby
Points +230
Great vibe, great food - Edit
Lovely staff and amazing food
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veganblyatcat
Points +1964
Tu Casa - Fantastic vegan food - Edit
Cosy, awesome place serving korean based food. The staff/owners are incredible lovely - please keep up your fantastic work!
Read moreI was a bit early (3:55 pm) but served anyway. So there was a place free with no waiting time at all and the service also super fast. The store was soon crowded, clearly because of the awesome food here.
Had the BBQ bowl with a ginger lemon syrup and a lemon cake for dessert. Everything was excellent! 5 stars on top of 5 stars. Clear recommendation!!!
Pros: Nice cosy location., Awesome food., Lovely staff and atmosphere.
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ChristinaJarvis
Points +103
Great, fresh food but the wait was long - Edit
The BBQ bowl was our favorite between that and the salad bowl. The faux meat was incredible.
Read moreWe loved that you could specify the amount of rice you wanted and the small portion was plenty for both of us.
The cafe is cozy and warmly decorated. The staff was incredibly friendly and patient.
It was cool to browse the zero/low waste products for sale for a few minutes while we waited.
Unfortunately, the wait to be seated was very long. In their defense it was a holiday (Sports Day) and they believe that contributed to the crowd. There were lots of people outside waiting to be seated for about an hour, including us, even with just one or two couples ahead on the wait list. That is because the poor employees were short staffed with just two people feeding the whole bustling cafe including the waiter, and that meant that once seated the wait for food was long too. The couple that was seated 30 min before us hadn’t received their food yet when we were seated next to them. They had run out of a couple dishes and desserts too. Hopefully that part of the experience isn’t the norm!
Updated from previous review on 2023-10-13
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tofucourtney
Points +367
Fantastic! - Edit
Eating at Tu Casa was an absolute vibe! The whole atmosphere feels good, relaxing, comfortable, great decor and I loved the handmade paper menus. Food was absolutely divine and the staff are so lovely!
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Annihu
Points +22
Amazing!!! One of the best restaurants in Kyoto!!! - Edit
The two people running this restaurant were the nicest people and the food was amazing!! (I had the soy BBQ)I also loved the music playing in the background. All in all it was really homey, not too pricey and just a great evening. Would absolutely recommed!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-09
Pros: Lovely people, they speak really good english, Amazing food (everything vegan), Cozy atmosphere
Cons: Waiting list (but worth it:)
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AlainAnila
Points +28
First vegan dinner when arriving in Kyoto - Edit
Yesterday i ate at this cute, cosy restaurant run by Taka en Mini, two very nice people.
Read moreFood was very very nice, tasty and Taka and Mini are soo nice.
Food was so good i am here again today, typing this review while waiting in anticipation for my dish.
Don't hesitate to support this place!
Updated from previous review on 2023-10-03
Pros: Very good and tasty food, Very nice people running the restaurant, Cosy setting
Cons: None
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Rotkehlchen2
Points +105
Cute little vegan restaurant - Edit
Has a good amount of available dishes. Menu sets with a daily soup and/or drink are available. They also adjust some drinks and sweets based on seasonal availability of ingredients. The owners are very friendly and speak good English. As it is a rather small restaurant, it’s possible that there is no free seat left during peak hours and you’d have to wait some time.
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Zao-bao
Points +92
友善環境餐點 - Edit
友善環境保護主義餐點；素若蓋飯很特別。薑末金桔氣泡飲順口好喝，薑末一點也不嗆辣。裡面也提供環保購買商品理念，鼓勵大家盡量攜帶自己器皿還購買所需食材。
Read morePros: 有創意的環保餐點～, 餐點好吃。, 甜點跟飲料也好吃！
Cons: 無
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SumnerNichols
Points +111
Cute little place with awesome food! - Edit
Nice interior setup and spectacular service. Super English friendly. Enjoyed a conversation with server and an extended one with a new friend at the bar!
Read moreI have never had Korean BBQ before, but it was awesome. I got it with the noodles and black bean. The BBQ is very salty and tasty. The black beans were good, but something just a bit lacking from the 'soy chunks' in it. However, not bad. Desserts were great, would recommend!
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Happyvegan.Gabrielle
Points +16
Vegan food kyoto! - Edit
Goed: Leuk klein restaurant. Mooi ingericht en heel aardig verwelkomd. Eigenaren zijn erg aardig en de menu en de winkel zagen er leuk uit. Eten was lekker, leuk en mooi gedecoreerd en kleurrijk. Prijs was redelijk in verhouding.
Read moreMinder goed: Hoeveelheid was naar onze mening weinig. We hadden daarna nog honger en zijn nogmaals ergens anders gaan eten uiteindelijk.
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jukaaa
Points +46
No waste and all taste - Edit
Amazingly fried soy chunks bbq korean style. Had to look twice if it was vegan, but ye, thats the best „meat“ i‘ve had.
Read moreVery nice ambiente and friendly waiter.
Pros: Amazing food, Waiter , Atmosphere
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AdrianHerrero
Points +54
Buenísimo - Edit
Todo muy rico, acogedor y son una pareja muy simpática.
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aiki_vegan_tiga
Points +16
Tadgg - Edit
This place is amazing!!!! Go here!!!!
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KaFraMi
Points +332
Our staple when in the area - Edit
We really love Tu Casa and go there often when around Gojō on Kyōto.
Read moreJapanese-Korean couple own zero waste&vegan restaurant, store and hostel.
Everything we had was nice when you are lucky, you can also gran yourself a Czech beer :).
Pros: Very tasty food, Friendly chatty staff, Cosy place within the zero waste shop
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Prathna
Points +591
Great Korean Food! - Edit
Stumbled upon this place and enjoyed both the Kimbap and barbecue bowl. Quantities are a bit small depending on how hungry you are. Couple that owns the restaurant are great!
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blancwene
Points +24
Really good vegan Korean food - Edit
Such a cute place, only a short walk from the subway. I had the bibimbap with kimchi, and I liked that there were 3 serving options depending on how much rice you wanted. Was also tempted by the rainbow kimbap that the next table had, but the bibimbap was very filling. Love that they sell zero waste grocery things as well!
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AmelieLenzing
Points +25
Very tasty and super friendly staff. ❤️ - Edit
The bibimbap and bbq were really tasty. Super cute location and friendly staff
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mynameisabadword
Points +24
Perfect vegan Korean food - Edit
I found this spot on Google Maps not through Happy Cow and it needs a boost. I went a few months ago so I don’t remember specifics except that it was bomb and definitely worth a visit. Bring Tupperware if you want take out or to go as it’s zero waste.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-08-17
Pros: Flavor, Homemade, Eco-friendly
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CenturionLuke
Points +45
Amazing Vegan Food - Edit
Small, unique and with a passionate owner, the food and drinks here are incredible all be-it a small menu but dont let that put you off. Me and my wife came here and had the cold black bean noodles as well as the spicy soy beef rice bowl, both were delicious!
Read morePros: Food is amazing, Owner is passionate and very friendly , The decor style is super calming and eco friendly
Cons: Small menu, Can be very popular with small number of seats
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