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THE SODOH HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO

Italian-Japanese, Vegan Set Menu

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Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims

  • Request the vegan course when making your reservation; diners report that advance notice is important.
  • Good to know: Confirm that a vegan course is currently available before booking, as one reviewer reported that the vegan/vegetarian menu was no longer available.
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  • Allow time to stroll through the garden after your meal.
  • Ask about the set-menu requirement for your whole table if diners have different dietary needs.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for beautiful interior, attentive service and friendly service.

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Also praised for good value, cozy atmosphere and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner

About

Set in the former 1929 home and atelier of painter Takeuchi Seiho, The SODOH pairs Italian techniques with Japanese ingredients beside a landscaped garden and Yasaka Pagoda. Reviews describe polished course service and a dedicated vegan or vegetarian course by reservation, though one 2024 diner reported that no vegan menu was available, so confirm the current arrangements when booking.

Visit

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366 Yasaka Kamimachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0827, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
17:30–22:00
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
17:30–22:00
Friday
17:30–22:00
Saturday
17:00–22:30
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Great service
  • Great atmosphere
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4.3 2,061 reviews Read on Google Maps
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2.7 3 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable

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

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

What the grades mean

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