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Yak & Yeti

Nepalese Dal, Vegan Curry

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Top tips

  • Ask staff to identify vegan and gluten-free dishes; reviewers say they explain the menu clearly.
  • Good to know: Expect a narrower choice of vegan curries than vegetarian dishes.
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  • Ask for the vegan version of the lunch set you want; staff can explain which dishes can be adapted.
  • Try the dal; reviewers specifically praise it, and it can be ordered vegan.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention curry, dal and momo.

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Also vegetable curry, dal bhat, nepali dal bhat set, roti, thukpa, tempura and chow mein.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and generous portions.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, fast service, lively atmosphere, affordable, beautiful interior and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Just off Nishiki Market, this casual Nepalese restaurant serves dal bhat, curries, momos and thukpa, with staff who can explain which dishes can be made vegan. Reviewers note generous portions, English-speaking service and reasonable prices; vegan choices are customizable, though the curry selection is more limited than the vegetarian menu.

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403-2 Dainichicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8044, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Thursday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Friday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Saturday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Sunday
11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
cashews
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