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Vegetarian Cafe Ren Horikawa

Taiwanese-Japanese, Vegan Dumplings

Worth ordering: Bowl

Try the soy-meat cutlet bowl; it was a standout for multiple diners.

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Top tips

  • Good to know: Bring cash or check payment options in advance; a recent review reports cash and local electronic payment only.
  • Order several dishes to share, such as the dumplings, soy-meat cutlet, or takoyaki.
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  • Set meals and platters are a good way to sample several dishes.
  • Allow extra time: dishes are prepared fresh, and some guests report a wait for ordering or cooking.

People mention

Takoyaki, karaage and cutlet bowl.

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Also gyoza, dumplings, cake, steamed bun, tof-ish and daily special plate.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for affordable, generous portions, attentive service and good value.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, dessert, takeout, quick bites
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About

This small, rustic cafe serves Taiwanese-Japanese shojin dishes, including soy-meat katsu bowls, dumplings, takoyaki, and medicinal-herb hot pot. Meals are cooked fresh, complimentary tea is available, and reviews note both friendly service and occasional waits; the menu also includes vegan cake, donuts, and takeaway pantry items.

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長者郵便局 となり, 堀川下, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-8111, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–15:00, 17:00–19:00
Tuesday
12:00–15:00, 17:00–19:00
Wednesday
12:00–15:00, 17:00–19:00
Thursday
12:00–15:00, 17:00–19:00
Friday
12:00–15:00, 17:00–19:00
Saturday
12:00–15:00, 17:00–19:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

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