Vegan
Japanese
Macrobiotic
Organic
Juice bar
Take-out

Part of Neal's Yard Remedies shop and salon group, this is a more upscale kind of restaurant that offers a small selection of set meals and dessert. Has English menu. Located in Harajuku, in proximity to the Harajuku JR station, 1/2 block from Omotesando subway exit onto Jingu-dori: exit from Omote Sando station and go towards Harajuku station, walking on the left side, turn down the 1st alley on left, follow signs from there. Or Ginza line exit at Omote-Sando station, use exit A1, walk a few meters and turn immediately left into the small alley. Reported fully vegan April 2022. Open Mon-Sun 11:30am-6:00pm. Last food order 4pm. Last drinks order Fri & Sat 8pm. Closed on the first Tue of every month.


172 Reviews

First Review by Baza

FrankieW

Points +3053

Vegan
09 May 2019

Wow factor high!

Elegant from top to bottom. This is where one can treat oneself because every penny spent is more than worth it.

As with many restaurants in Tokyo, the set lunch format is what works here. This was some of the freshest, healthiest food we've ever eaten.

The presentation of both the food and the interior design was immaculate. The desserts rounded of our dining experience with aplomb.

Nue

Points +208

Vegan
25 Apr 2019

Perfect lunch

Delicious food. Very quiet and beautiful place. A very good experience. Recommendable.

MichaelRobinson

Points +3727

Vegan
05 Apr 2019

Not my bowl of rice.

My girlfriend LOVES this place and yes it's a beautiful restaurant, good atmosphere, great interior, a sea of tranquility, perfect for your instagram but it's just not for me. It was busy so we were sat in the outside courtyard which was lovely in the sunshine. I chose the curry lunch set and my girlfriend opted for the breaded tofu set. Again it's all a matter of personal taste, for me the curry was nice but nothing exceptional where as the breaded tofu was delicious, the rest of it just doesn't excite me or my taste buds. On the flipside my girlfriend adores this joint and the food they serve.

Pros: Vegan., Nice interior and atmosphere.

Liss29

Points +46

Vegan
27 Mar 2019

Delicious but more western

The restaurant was modern, beautiful and quiet- a great place to get away from the bustle of the Main Street. I ordered the curry set but it was more like a tomato based ragu or stew. It definitely wasn’t curry and mine didn’t have any soy meat or tofu in it like past reviewers have mentioned.

The portions were okay but it is a bit pricy for what you get. This is the type of place I would recommend for people missing western flavours and who just want a lot of vegetables. Whilst tasty, this is not the place to find vegan authentic Japanese food.

Pros: Lots of vegetables, Beautiful restaurant , Tasty

Cons: Expensive, Not Japanese flavours, Limited menu

AnouskaParr

Points +93

Vegan
22 Mar 2019

Agh what happened 😢

I came here on my last trip to Tokyo & it was great, tasty, wholesome, delicious. This time I ordered what I thought was steamed dumplings in a basket but it was actually steamed vegetables, that made me sad, not sure if something was lost in translation but it definitely said dumplings. It was just so bland. Nothing had any flavour except for the mushrooms in the salad. Service was great, staff were great, miso was delicious. If you like food that’s largely unflavoured then you’ll like it!

Pros: All vegan, Great service , Reasonable price for food (drinks expensive)

Cons: Bland 😢

SunilKoticha

Points +103

Vegan
20 Mar 2019

Amazing flavours

Amazing flavours at this restaurant. Ambiance was very nice as well tucked away in a small street. Good size meal for a decent price. We ordered the weekly special meal and it came with Sweet Soy Tofu. I have to learn how to cook like this as it was amazing. Would highly recommend this place.

Miiya

Points +252

Vegan
15 Mar 2019

very delicious

I wasn't sure what to expect hence the negative and positive reviews but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was very delicious and it was all traditional japanese food. The staff was friendly and I really enjoyed the options and the food I got.

BeeJax

Points +321

Vegan
15 Mar 2019

Expensive food for the money, more of an “instagram” place for pictures

Expensive food, food quality was low for the money and what is advertised. Not many flavours or taste. Unfortunately we had amber rude service which was surprised by.
All my other veggie experiences here in japan have been amazing (and I have lived here for 4 years) and never had to leave a negative review on happy cow

:(

Pros: Pretty location, Good for phots

Cons: Expensive , Bad service

Imgrumpytoo

Points +33

Vegetarian
02 Mar 2019

damn.

Maybe the best vegetarian curry I’ve had in Tokyo. Why? It’s not full of boiled potatoes and carrots which everyone does. It’s got the fake soy meat and fancy grilled veggies on top. Yum! Hurts the wallet though :(

Pros: soy meat

Cons: expensive

AmalieRA

Points +134

Vegan
25 Feb 2019

Nice, but I was disappointed

I might have had to high expectations for this place, but to me it was a disappointing experience. The food wasn’t bad at all it was just really boring, and at that price point!?! I got both the lunch set and a chocolate dessert and both were underwhelming. The lunch set was a bit tasteless, one of the small dishes was a poorly prepared blob of spinach. Tasted fine, but just boring. The fried tofu and tempeh were probably the best aspect of the set, and the salad with this was really nice.

It was nice that everything was vegan.

The restaurant itself was very plain to me, and lacked personality, clean and proper though.

Pros: All vegan, Healthy

Cons: Expensive , Bit tasteless

m@earthville

Points +10446

Vegan
12 Jan 2019

A hidden gem in Tokyo

Brown Rice Cafe is one of my new favorite eateries in Tokyo. Delicious, healthy, and beautifully prepared food, with gracious and attentive service, in a relaxing environment.

I had the seasonal set meal, which was excellent and well balanced.

This place is quite popular, so it's good to arrive early and get your name on the list.

Highly recommended! Enjoy!

BenoitGran

Points +599

Vegan
12 Nov 2018

Great dessert, nice atmosphere

I went there with a couple of friends around 15:00 to have a cake. The tofu lemon cheesecake was delicious, and I like the place too, it was lovely. I will definitely go there again very soon to try their lunch menu.

Pros: Tasty, Great atmosphere

Cons: A bit pricey

Seiashun

Points +424

Vegan
07 Nov 2018

Beautiful

The cafe is tucked away in a small street that's full of greenery. It feels very cozy and calming.

We ordered the seasonal set menu and the bamboo basket steamed vegetable set. It comes with just the right amount of food to make you feel satisfied and full. All the food was of high quality and felt meticulously prepared. The presentation of both sets was lovely. Really yummy and healthy lunch. For dessert we had a nut tart, which was just the right amount of sweet.

I wouldn't mind eating this kind of food every day!

Pros: quality food, beautiful presentation, nice atmosphere

BlankSpace

Points +980

Vegan
05 Nov 2018

Best quality, great service

Brown rice brings the best that Japan has to offer (beautiful and seasonal food) without the stuff that drives you crazy (impractical / inflexible).
Service is friendly and efficient and high quality.
Food is creative and delicious.
I love the selection of traditional deserts.

Wish they would open past 5pm.

Pros: High quality food and deserts , Great service , Pleasant ambiance

kasiam

Points +76

Vegan
05 Nov 2018

mind blowing food

It is definitely the best vegan food I have tried in Tokyo! I will be coming back every time when travelling to Japan.

karen_far

Points +21

Vegetarian
04 Nov 2018

Amazing vegan Japanese food

If you want to experience authentic, vegan Japanese food, this is the place. My favourite vegan restaurant in Tokyo.

EDJ28

Points +350

Vegetarian
21 Oct 2018

Absolutely delicious, very fashionable

Had the vegetable curry and it was delicious! Was craving a good curry, and it was really satisfying. The restaurant itself is tucked away in a side street, making it feel nice and cosy and separated from the busyness of Shibuya. Nice modern interior, and very popular among foreigners.

Pips

Points +1690

Vegan
09 Oct 2018

Amazing!!!

Had the lunch set. It was amazing and then finished off with a coffee which was amazing also. Love love love this place. 4900 yen for 2 x lunch sets with coffees. Well worth it.

D.Flo

Points +1491

Vegan
07 Oct 2018

Cute and nice but pricey

I want to love the place, very cute and serving good food, but it was quite pricey for a lunch set. It would be fine with cheaper options on the menu, but there was none to be found...

Pros: Cute and spacious, Good food

Cons: Expensive.

SusanHu

Points +99

Vegan
06 Oct 2018

Cute little spot with nice outdoor seatings

Healthy food, nice vibe and yum deserts. A bit pricey though

Pros: Yum vegan options , Healthy and seasonal , Amazing desserts

Cons: Expensive

KimWithrow

Points +128

Vegan
03 Sep 2018

What a great find great location

What a yummy dessert I had as I arrived too late for lunch. Had the yummy tofu lemon cake paired with the Tokyo white beer omg yum. Happened to come across the sign at the Lane way and followed then beautiful path filled with greens .too bad they don’t stay open late

Pros: Lots of options

jennocide

Points +149

Vegan
29 Aug 2018

Great flavors and quality, bit pricy

Had the set vegan menu: great flavors, wonderful service, cereal bars available for purchase have saved me while running around Tokyo and needing a snack. Will definitely return

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Easy location in Harajuku

Cons: Pricy, Chairs are in comfy but that’s Japan lol

tinet

Points +66

Vegan
14 Jul 2018

Really good

Great vegan japanese food. Had the best tofu, I've ever tasted in my life. A bit expensive, but it was ok

Pros: Greaaaaat food, good atmosphere , Nice staff

Cons: A bit expensive

JonasJ

Points +116

Vegan
09 Jul 2018

Good Japanese lunch

The restaurant has a cosy and nice interior, and the food was very tasty. Would especially recommend the ginger ale, as it is made of self made syrup from organic ginger. 1700 yen is on the pricy side for a lunch set, but in my opinion the food was worth it.

mhale

Points +304

Vegetarian
10 Jun 2018

Tasty, but not really worth it

At ¥1700 for a lunch set, it's on the pricy side, and aside from a couple foreign tourists, the clientele reflected that this place is sorta upscale. The lunch set was good, but not amazing. The main dish the day we went was a sweet and sour tofu, which was actually really delicious, but there was so little of it. IMO although the food was pretty tasty, it wasn't worth the price, especially given the portions. If you don't mind that it's a little pricy for a lunch, then it's worth a try.

Pros: Pretty tasty.

Cons: Pricy., A little fancy for my tastes.

reenagrg

Points +34

Vegan
18 May 2018

Whole foods at its finest

Delicious set menu beautifully presented w/ Japanese authenticity. Beautiful minimalist atmosphere. Tofu lemon cheesecake tasted heavenly.

Pros: Fresh Whole Foods, Authentic, Atmosphere

Elizi1549

Points +95

Vegan
18 May 2018

Lovely!

I am a big Neal's Yard fan and was surprised to find that they're big in Japan too. The restaurant (it's more restaurant than cafe) is owned by them and serves lovely vegan food. It's a little pricy, but it's Tokyo so not surprising. The setting and decor are gorgeous however. They have a small menu with bento box-style meals and everything we tried was great - deep fried soy meat, cakes etc.

My favourite part was the setting, but I would go back here for the food too! It's also in a really nice area.

Pros: Beautiful setting, Beautiful and delicious fairly healthy food

Cons: A little pricy, Small menu




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