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Shio Veg Cafe & Coffee Shop Kyoto

Tofu Sandwiches, Vegan Muffins

Worth ordering: Toastnamed in 14 reviews

The hummus and mushroom toast and guacamole or avocado toast are frequent favorites.

Vegetarian

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Top tips

  • Try the spicy tofu sandwich or sub; reviewers praise its fluffy bread and balanced spice.
  • Check the vegan labels on baked goods; the café has vegan muffins and cookies, but not every muffin is vegan.
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  • There’s additional seating upstairs, including space for larger parties.
  • Sandwiches can be small for a full meal, so consider ordering extra if you're hungry.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Avocado toastnamed in 7 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Sandwichnamed in 8 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Cookie

People also mention tofu sandwich, guacamole toast and hummus toast.

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Also baguette, banana smoothie and bread.

Good for

The vibe: families The vibe: relaxing

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and laptop-friendly.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Breakfast, lunch, coffee, dessert, takeout, quick bites
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About

Shio Veg Cafe pairs sourdough toast and made-to-order sandwiches—including a spicy tofu sub—with vegan muffins, cookies, and drinks that can be made with plant milk. It’s a small, cat-themed café with extra seating upstairs; reviewers praise the friendly owner and fresh food, though some find the sandwiches small and prices high.

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563 Nishinomoncho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0947, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
09:00–17:00
Tuesday
09:00–17:00
Wednesday
09:00–17:00
Thursday
09:00–17:00
Friday
09:00–17:00
Saturday
09:00–17:00
Sunday
09:00–17:00

the food

4.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
  • Good atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
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