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Miyakoyasai Kamo Karasuma

Kyoto Veg Buffet, Vegan Dishes

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: cross-contamination

  • For the breakfast buffet, arrive before opening to get a meal ticket; reviewers report lines and limited seating.
  • Good to know: Ask staff about shared utensils around the fries; one reviewer reported the same tongs were used for fries and meat.
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  • Try the fresh local vegetables, rice porridge, and pickles at breakfast; reviewers also mention a make-your-own udon station.
  • Good to know: Check the ingredient labels and confirm the udon broth before serving yourself, as a reviewer was told it contains fish.
  • Good to know: Go early if you want the widest selection; reviewers say dishes can run out, and the late-night salad bar may be nearly empty.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention noodles, squash potato salad and sukiyaki.

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Also fries, hot pot, miso soup and udon.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for good value, cozy atmosphere and affordable.

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Also praised for friendly service and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, quick bites
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About

This self-service buffet centers on fresh local Kyoto vegetables, with breakfast items such as rice porridge, pickles and a make-your-own udon station. It’s casual and good value, but vegan diners should check each label: some broth contains fish, and certain sides may contain egg.

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Japan, 〒600-8095 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Ogisakayacho, 274, 東洞院東入る 扇酒屋町276

Opening hours

Monday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30
Tuesday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30
Wednesday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30
Thursday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30
Friday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30
Saturday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30
Sunday
07:00–08:30, 10:00–16:00, 16:45–21:30

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
natto

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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

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