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Men-doraku Dai

Udon, Vegan Curry Tofu

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Ask the chef to make curry udon with tofu using water and soy sauce instead of fish-based broth.
  • Request the fried-tofu udon without fish products in the broth; a vegetarian guest found it tasty.
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  • Tell the chef about dietary restrictions before ordering; reviewers describe him as helpful with allergy and vegetarian requests.
  • The shop is small, so consider reserving ahead, especially for a family group.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention curry tofu and udon.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, fast service and attentive service.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere and affordable.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, quick bites
  • Cash only

About

This small Kyoto udon shop serves familiar bowls such as curry udon and fried-tofu udon, and the chef can prepare vegan versions with a water-and-soy-based broth when asked. Reviews highlight freshly cooked noodles, quick service, and an attentive owner; the ¥950 curry tofu udon was noted as a reasonable meal, and reservations may help for family groups.

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10 Chome-189 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0981, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
17:00–21:00
Tuesday
11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Thursday
11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Friday
11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Saturday
11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Great service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Not labeled
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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