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Cafe & Bar Maru

Gluten-Free Japanese, Vegan Curry

$$$

Top tips

  • Ask about the vegan curry, which reviewers praise for its rich flavor.
  • Good to know: Plan for a drink purchase per guest; several reviewers report it is required.
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  • Vegan versions of the white stew and curry, plus salad and soup, were available to reviewers.
  • Good to know: Check kitchen hours before visiting, since one reviewer found it closed despite Google listing late hours.
  • Consider reserving ahead; a reviewer said the restaurant fills up quickly.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention curry, piña colada and obanzai.

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Also soup and stew.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and attentive service.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, lively atmosphere and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Maru serves an entirely gluten-free menu, including crisp pork cutlets and fried chicken alongside vegan curry, obanzai and adaptable rice plates. It has a compact, polished bar setting with jazz and wood carvings; reviews describe small portions and prices on the high side, and guests are expected to order a drink.

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RAKUAS木屋町 3F, 123 Saitocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8012, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
18:00–02:00
Wednesday
18:00–02:00
Thursday
18:00–02:00
Friday
18:00–02:00
Saturday
18:00–03:00
Sunday
18:00–00:00

the food

4.1 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
soy

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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