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Vegetarian Cafe Ren Shijō Ōmiya

Taiwanese Shojin, Vegan Hot Pot

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Top tips

  • Try the soy-meat cutlet bowl; several diners singled it out, and one reviewer bought extra to take away.
  • The dining room is very small and often fills up; reserve ahead or arrive near opening to improve your chance of getting a seat.
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  • The herbal hot pot is a hearty choice, with reviewers praising its warming broth and generous vegetables.
  • Consider the daily shojin set meal for a varied selection of small dishes and seasonal vegetables.
  • Try the vegan eel bowl for a distinctive plant-based take on unagi.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention eel, soy meat cutlet bowl and hot pot.

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Also chocolate cake, curry, ice cream, cake, set meal, soy cutlet and almond cake.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and generous portions.

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Also praised for good value, lively atmosphere and fast service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner, dessert, takeout

About

Taiwanese-inspired shojin cooking is the draw here, with herbal hot pot, soy-meat cutlet bowls, vegan eel, and varied daily set meals. The compact dining room has about 14–15 seats, so arriving near opening or reserving ahead is wise; meals are generally ¥700–¥2,300, with desserts and takeout also on the menu.

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12-7 Mibubojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8804, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–15:30, 17:30–20:00
Tuesday
11:30–15:30, 17:30–20:00
Wednesday
11:30–15:30, 17:30–20:00
Thursday
11:30–15:30, 17:30–20:00
Friday
11:30–15:30, 17:30–20:00
Saturday
11:30–15:30, 17:30–20:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Great service
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Everything on the menu is vegan.

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