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菜食インドレストランShama京都店/Vegetarian Indian Restaurant Shama Kyoto

Indian Curries, Vegan Menu

Worth ordering: #5 Curry in Kyotonamed in 17 reviews

Try the eggplant curry or eggplant with minced tofu, both mentioned as favorites.

Vegetarian

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Top tips

  • The Namaste lunch set includes two curry choices, bread, salad, soup, a drink and dessert; reviewers found it easy to share.
  • Ask staff to recommend vegan adaptations; reviewers say they can help tailor dishes to your needs.
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  • Ask for your preferred spice level; reviewers say the kitchen can serve food from mild to genuinely hot.
  • Vegan matcha cake and tofu chocolate cake are listed; the tofu gâteau is identified as vegan on the menu.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Naannamed in 5 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Lassi

  • Worth ordering: Roti

People also mention eggplant curry, aloo mutter and dal.

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Also gyoza, kofta sabzi and momo.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for fast service, good value, affordable, generous portions and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

Shama serves North Indian curries, naan and set meals in a quiet Kyoto townhouse-style dining room near Kawai Kanjiro’s house. The vegetarian menu includes vegan adaptations, with reviewers highlighting eggplant curry, aloo tikki and generous lunch sets; staff can explain options in English and adjust spice levels.

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Japan, 〒605-0875 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Kaneicho, 391-3

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Saturday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Sunday
11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Outstanding food
  • Great service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, soy meat, lentils + 1 more
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