Kyoto branch of Ain Soph vegan restaurant from Tokyo, opened here in 2018. Features plant-based fusion cuisine. Sample dishes such as mushroom hayashi rice, taco rice, and green curry with brown rice. For dessert try matcha pancakes, creme brulee, vegan cheesecake, or ice cream soda. Lunchtime food is served till 4pm. Note that a minimum is required for card payment. Often closed for dinner various days of the week so check their Instagram for details or call in advance. Open Mon-Tue 9:00am-4:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:30am-4:00pm, Fri-Sun 9:00am-4:00pm. Last order is 1 hour before closing time. Hours can be irregular; please call ahead.
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Added by MiyuMaemoto on 22 Mar 2018
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519 Reviews
First Review by kat.ross
isabellemiroux
Points +32
You won’t be disappointed - Edit
Great options for vegans - delicious food - lovely staff!
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SimoneSif
Points +984
very good - Edit
food is exceptional! staff is friendly. only downside is that there is no wifi. (also the cheesecake was a bit dry and the creme brulee was bland and uneven)
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christytoes
Points +148
Simply amazing - Edit
Okay, so we came here 4 times during out week-long trip to Kyoto. We tried all the burgers, and the strawberry sunday and green tea pancake. All were superb. You will love it!
Read morePros: Delicious vegan food, Located in a cool area, Super nice service
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RicardoMezaDeville
Points +4233
Increíble! - Edit
Comida riquísima!
Read morePros: Muchas opciones, Todo muy rico
Cons: El restaurante es un poco chico, No tiene wifi
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Sirpigalicous
Points +54
Lovely gem - Edit
Had a wonderful experience, surprised to find a vegan restaurant of such good quality so close to Nishiki Market.
Read morePros: Burgers were good , Pancakes were delicious!!, They have a waiter fluent in English and German
Cons: Curry was slightly bland (we asked for hot sauce), Food takes a long time (about an hour), Long wait time (come early!!)
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Twill
Points +123
One of the best burgers ever! - Edit
Everything was amazing here. The Ripple Cheeseburger is one of the best burgers I’ve had, and I eat a lot of veggie burgers. The other two sandwiches were just as good! I went here four times in the week I spent in Kyoto.
Read morePros: Amazing all-vegan menu, Nice staff, good service
Cons: None!
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zazu
Points +131
Repetiría - Edit
La hamburguesa de "pollo" espectacular. La tarta de chocolate muy buena también.
Read moreCons: La guarnición de patatas muy escasa.
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Celinesama
Points +185
Heavenly pancakes - Edit
Best pancakes eeeeever! Just try them, they're worth every yen ❤️
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Great music, Great ambience
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MaanasiBalakrishnan
Points +18
Happy kids , happier parents😄 - Edit
Two words : Vegan Icecream 🤗
Read moreOne of the best memories of our time in Japan is finding this place and eating all the yummy stuff . Loved the environment 👍
Cheerful service .
We got to meet and connect with people from different parts of the world . Fun !
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allwyn.monis
Points +16
A blessing in Japan for Vegans - Edit
In a country where English is not spoken or understood and even a vegetarian ramen could contain fish sauce, this place was like a blessing. My wife is a vegan and we were struggling until we found this cosy little place in Kyoto. It's a Vegan restaurant and therefore no chance of going wrong. To add, the waiter (Tom,) could speak English and served with a smile! The food was amazing! Slightly expensive but not something which will make a hole in your pocket. Overall a great experience!!
Read morePros: Great Ambience, Amazing food
Cons: Slightly Expensive
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EmmaOlmi
Points +190
Best “chicken” I ever had! - Edit
Sadly by the time I have arrived (1h before closing) most main dishes were sold out but still glad I’ve tried the side dishes and honestly the “chicken” was to die for!
Read moreWill try to go back to try a main dish.
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elena.tel
Points +26
Kyoto’s Gem - Edit
We came a bit late and our first choice, which was the cheeseburger, was already sold out. We ordered the other two (cutler and soy chicken burger). Amazing both! Additionally we tried deep fried soy cutlets and Kara-age. Everything was so tasty. The service was great and fast. So happy to finally have a tasteful dinner and not the ”usual” watery soups at the non vegan restaurants.
Read moreI have to say, and this is personal preference, the decoration style wasn’t my taste, but of course we came for the food. Just saying
For sure will visit it again
Pros: Everything was vegan , Very easy to find , Timing
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pixxeltears
Points +13
Very very good - Edit
Really good food with nice staff. The ambiance is really nice, looks like a authentic Japanese restaurant. I would recommend to get the karaage, it is really nice!
Read morePros: Good value, Friendly staff, Nice vibe
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klem
Points +22
Volveré.... I will be back - Edit
Agradable ambiente en pleno centro de Kyoto, burguers deliciosas acompañadas de french fries,además de otras delicias veganas, totalmente recomendable,no es fácil encontrar un sitio así para veganos por aquí.
Read morePros: Muchas opciones veganas
Cons: Quizas el precio,pero lo bueno se paga.
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downstares
Points +20
Already can’t wait to come back - Edit
Seated right away, English speaking staff is nice but not necessary as the menu is super clear and well done with photos and descriptions. They let us know that the matcha pancake would take 20 minutes, which is awesome to know ahead of time.
Read moreThe dessert is amazing. It’s everything you want it to be and more. The coffee is great and well priced as a set with the dessert. Would love to come again.
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YurikoBerven
Points +15
Cosy restaurant and good meal! - Edit
We ordered a green curry and a salad plate, both were really great and so tasty. We'll come back here very soon!
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AnnikaC
Points +13
A vegetarian with allergies - Edit
I am a vegetarian with many food allergies, vegan food that I can eat can be hard for me to find. Here everything is very clear and I found many things I could enjoy! The food is also incredibly delicious and the staff is very friendly. 10/10 would recommend for anyone, even meat eaters!
Read morePros: Great food, Friendly staff, Fair pricing
Cons: A little hard to find if you don’t know the way
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Sarapon
Points +43
Great vegan restaurant in kawaramachi - Edit
The food was great it was a pity all the burguers were sold out today but the curries and the karage were good also!
Read moreIt's also english speaking friendly and the staff were nice.
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劉冠麟
Points +17
Great! - Edit
Though the burgers was sold out today, the green curry still amazed me!
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JimmyBeateUs
Points +13
Super cozy, fresh flavours - Edit
We found this place by accident and were very happy about it, they’ve got a selection of vegan burgers and other plates. We got the green curry and mushroom soup and both were delicious and very filling. They also give you a free dessert if you leave a review and they deserve a 10/10 one :))
Read morePros: Location, Cozy atmosphere , Wide selection
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otherside27
Points +61
Get the seasonal parfait! - Edit
The burgers here are great, the taco rice is great as in other locations but the star of the show in Kyoto is the seasonal parfait! You thought I was going to say matcha pancakes? They're ok but the parfait for Halloween and Spring are amazing!
Read morePros: Good food, Good dessert, Good location
Cons: A bit pricey, Sometimes food is sold out, Get here before 4pm as it closes before dinner
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ShoshaAdie
Points +17
Tasty - Edit
We tried nearly all the dishes they serve and all were amazing. My family were visiting me from England, and are both vegan, and they were really impressed. The Burger was incredible too, it doesn’t taste too much like meat. And it does have a very nice sauce, and texture, which makes it just as moreish.
Read morePros: Lots of options , Nice atmosphere + friendly
Cons: No cons, expensive but worth it
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Michaelhk
Points +15
Nice Veg restaurant in Kyoto - Edit
Ain Soph.Journey is located in the famous shopping street in the centre of Kyoto. It is a super convenience dining place for Vegans and Vegetarians, as you know it is relatively difficult to find a Veg restaurant in Japan.
Read moreThe restaurant has two level, about 16 seats for each, not a big shop but you will feel comfortable when you are sitting here as there are lots of room between tables.
Food options here included hamburgers and rice plates and others side dishes. And it would be a good news to you if you are sweettooth, as there are many choices of desserts.
I had hamburger set dinner here. The hamburger with soy steak taste good but the sauce is a bit salty for me, it would be great if there is another sauces option. Salad with nuts and corn chips with fresh tomato sauce are good.
Pros: Convenience , Friendly staffs, Comfortable place
Cons: Less option for main dishes
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Cuthien
Points +53
Amazing burgers! - Edit
Ain Soph has the best vegan cheese burger in Kyoto. Seriously amazing food. It had a great atmosphere and friendly staff. The only downside is the high cost, making this more of a treat than a regular hang out, but it’s worth a visit at least once!
Read morePros: Great food, Lots of vegan choices, Friendly staff
Cons: Expensive , Can get busy
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shawn.jenkin
Points +28
Delicious! - Edit
Cozy space and the staff are very helpful and friendly. I had the classic burger and it was great. The side of fries that comes with the burger is very small compared to American standards but was really is probably all the fries you need ;)
Read morePros: 100% vegan menu
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CarstenGloeckner
Points +15
Fantastic Vegan Restaurant - Edit
Very tasty Vegan food just next to Nishiki Market! Also has Vegan burgers and nice salad :-p
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Silpheed
Points +21
Great atmosphere, lots of choice - Edit
Hidden at the tail end of Nishiki market in Kyoto, this restaurant with a mouthful of a name was a fantastic find while traveling with my vegan, gluten-free sister who couldn't go to the usual places I go to.
Read moreThe staff are super polite, the service is speedy (not the norm in most vegan restaurants, I've found), and the food is good. The menu clearly indicates which items contain gluten or certain possible allergens, and the English is comprehensible.
Avoid the cheeseburger if you don't like mushy fake meat (taste was okay, but under sauced and bland), but the dishes we tried were great.
Pros: Friendly, speedy service, Lots of choice, Menu is clear with lots of info
Cons: Pricey (A lot of vegan restaurants are), The cheeseburger is under sauced and mushy
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