Omen

Veg Options Udon Noodles, Vegan Broth

★ 4.6 · $$ · Hours

LunchDinnerQuick BitesTakeout

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan tempura fried in separate oil by request" "Try the vegan tempura fried in separate oil by request"
"Arrive early to avoid lines and ensure availability"
"Enjoy the vegan udon with mushroom broth and seasonal local vegetables"
"Use the clear English menu to understand vegan options"
"Expect moderate prices but good quality and service"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  udon noodles, tempura, udon udon noodles — popular (×6)
tempura — popular (×4)
udon — popular (×7)
miso soup — fan-favourite
broth — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, many vegan options, clearly marked vegan friendly staff ×5
many vegan options
clearly marked vegan
large portions
cozy atmosphere
 

Omen is a cozy udon noodle bar near Ginkaku-ji in Kyoto, offering a small but well-regarded vegan menu featuring udon with vegan mushroom broth and vegetable tempura. The atmosphere is casual with friendly, accommodating staff who provide a clear English menu and take care to meet vegan needs, including frying tempura in separate oil on request. Prices are moderate for the area, and diners commonly recommend arriving early due to popularity and occasional wait times.