Itadakizen

Vegan Japanese Tapas, Fully Vegan, Organic

★ 5 · $$ · Hours

DinnerLunchExperienceGroupsTakeout

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the Japanese curry and tofu steaks" "Try the Japanese curry and tofu steaks"
"Order multiple tapas plates to share and explore flavors"
"Make reservations to avoid wait times, especially for dinner"
"Visit during the 5:30pm sitting for drink discounts"
"Enjoy the vegan mochi ice cream for dessert"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  ramen, curry, nasu dengaku ramen — popular (×6)
curry — popular (×5)
nasu dengaku — popular (×5)
mapo tofu — popular (×4)
fried mushrooms — popular (×4)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, fast service, nice atmosphere friendly staff ×15
fast service ×4
nice atmosphere ×3
beautiful interior
gluten free options
 

Itadakizen is a cozy, intimate vegan Japanese restaurant in King's Cross known for its tapas-style dining featuring authentic dishes such as tofu steaks, ramen, and curry. The menu emphasizes organic ingredients and traditional flavors with a modern vegan twist, complemented by occasional live music and art exhibitions. While considered somewhat pricey, the quality and authenticity consistently earn praise, making it popular for both casual and special meals.