Kyoto Vegetarian Restaurants(23)
COURSE MENUSeiwasou
The beautiful Edo period architecture of Seiwasou draws many guests to its gardens, and the traditional Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine keeps them at the table.
COURSE MENUGion Fukushi
Subtraction and simplicity – the husband-wife team behind this pristine Michelin-starred restaurant delivers regionally focused kaiseki in the purest imagination in Kyoto’s storied geisha district.
COURSE MENUKYO SUSHI OOKINI
You are what you eat — this 20-year-old sushi venue in Kyoto painstakingly drafts a course that harmonizes health and flavor, using pesticide-free organic vegetables and wild-caught fish.
SEAT RESERVATIONMuromachi Wakuden
Witness your meal take shape during each step of the way at this performative kaiseki powerhouse.
COURSE MENUUosaburo
Once the site of a historic battle between samurai and pro-Imperial lords, the 260-year-old Uosaburo continues its founder’s legacy by serving exquisite kaiseki powered by Seto Inland Sea fish, Kyoto heirloom vegetables and Fushimi’s pure well water.
SEAT RESERVATIONHonke Tankuma Honten
Explore the various seasons in Japan through Kyoto-style kappo cuisine at Honke Tankuma Honten, where they craf special course meals for everyone.
SEAT RESERVATIONOmen Ginkakuji
Have a special dining experience here in Omen Ginkakuji, with udon dipped in flavorful dashi broth and a seasonal pick of vegetables.
SEAT RESERVATIONA Happy Pancake Kyoto
This iconic pancake chain makes its souffle-style pancakes with natural ingredients and a keen attention to detail, resulting in a wonderfully fluffy texture. Seasonal pancake offerings keep guests coming back all year round.
SEAT RESERVATIONKodaiji Wakuden
Gion tradition is on full display at this Edo-style tea house and kaiseki restaurant.
SEAT RESERVATIONKyoboshi
Three generations of trial and error have gone into creating this fantastic Kyoto tempura experience.
SEAT RESERVATIONORTO
Old meets new, with the best drawn from both worlds, at this central Kyoto vegan-friendly restaurant!
SEAT RESERVATIONShokudou Ogawa
A high-end take on the humble pub — come enjoy Kyoto’s top izakaya.
SEAT RESERVATIONGrill French
Grill French serves unpretentious French dining right next to Nijo-jo Castle, with a price tag that won’t drain your budget.
SEAT RESERVATIONNaruya
New facets to old favorites are exposed through the touch of these expert 2021 Michelin-starred chefs.
SEAT RESERVATIONShogetsu
Pre-order your traditional sweets from one of the most prestigious and historic confectioners in Kyoto.
SEAT RESERVATIONBar Rocking Chair
Get cozy by the fireplace of a machiya townhouse, sipping on a cocktail made by one of Japan's top bartenders.
SEAT RESERVATIONPatisserie S
Delectable mousse cakes and luxurious touches make this one of the best bakeries in Kyoto.
SEAT RESERVATIONTousuiro Kiyamachi Main Shop
Enjoy tofu dishes while looking out over the Kamo-gawa River in Kyoto, at a quaint traditional house that’s tucked away in a back alley.
SEAT RESERVATIONVeg Out
Veg Out is the Kamogawa riverside cafe in Kyoto where you can enjoy healthy vegan dishes that use locally-grown fresh and organic vegetables.
SEAT RESERVATIONSmart Coffee
Smart Coffee is an old-fashioned cafe in Kyoto where you can have a traditional kissaten experience in a cozy atmosphere.
SEAT RESERVATIONVegan Ramen Uzu Kyoto
With striking, monochrome interiors designed by Tokyo art collective teamLab, a meal at this Kyoto vegan ramen restaurant is a feast for all the senses. A zero-waste initiative ensures every part of every ingredient is used.
SEAT RESERVATIONOshokuji Dokoro Asuka
Make yourself at home with a soul-warming Japanese meal at Oshokuji Dokoro Asuka, a family diner in Kyoto.
SEAT RESERVATIONKyosaimi Nomura Karasuma
Kyosaimi Nomura is a Japanese traditional restaurant where you can have healthy, Kyoto-style obanzai.
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Vegetarian Restaurants in Kyoto
Some of the best food in Kyoto is inherently vegetarian, made from local "Kyo-yasai" or regional vegetables and produce from Kyoto. This city of creativity and culture embraces traditional aspects of preparing and serving high-quality Japanese food. In fact, meat was not eaten before the Meiji Restoration, but only once the country opened up again, the ban on meat consumption was removed. Today, vegetarian restaurants in Kyoto are plentiful throughout the city, serving up fresh and sustainable meat-free dishes. Kyoto cuisine or "Kyo-ryori" is widely known for its use of locally-grown ingredients, with menus focusing on whatever is in season. Whether it be a vegetarian buffet or exquisite vegetarian kaiseki banquet, there are a range of vegetarian restaurants in Kyoto that will suit your taste buds and your budget!
Among all the beautiful temples and shrines down side alleys, you never know what kind of vegetarian Japanese restaurants and local gems you will come across. For example, tofu restaurants in Kyoto offer great vegetarian options including high-quality tofu from the locality, as well as regional fruit, vegetables, and other produce. Kyoto is one of the best cities in Japan for vegetarians with plenty of vegetarian restaurants available with offerings like vegetarian set meals or vegetable ramen. There are even vegan restaurants in Kyoto serving up plant-based dishes only, with others specializing in Buddhist shojin ryori cuisine.
Make the most of the city’s quality and diverse vegetarian Japanese cuisine, accentuated by seasonal ingredients and always beautifully presented; book a vegetarian restaurant in Kyoto to enjoy an amazing cruelty-free and environmentally-friendly meal.