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FILE Natural Food Works

Japanese-Western, Vegan Curry

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Top tips

  • Browse the interior design magazines while you wait.
  • Good to know: Consider dining in rather than relying on quick takeaway; one reviewer was asked to return two hours later for a takeaway order.
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  • Bring your dog inside; a reviewer visited with their dog.
  • Good to know: Plan extra time for your meal; a reviewer reported long waits when the restaurant was short-staffed.
  • Ask about the labeled vegan dishes, including curry, salad, and toast.

Good for

The vibe: families The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and good value.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Set in a renovated former bank, FILE pairs Japanese-Western dishes with organic vegetables and carefully selected additive-free seasonings; the menu includes labeled vegan choices such as curry, salad, and toast. The spacious dining room has distinctive private rooms made from the bank’s vault and courtyard, and reviews mention both dog-friendly indoor seating and occasional long waits, especially for takeaway.

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1F, 30 Shimogamo Nishimotocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0826, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–17:00
Tuesday
10:00–17:00
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
10:00–17:00
Saturday
10:00–17:00
Sunday
10:00–17:00

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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eating vegan

Good vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
beans
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