“Arrive early to avoid long wait times, especially during lunch and dinner”
5 places ranked by how good the vegan version of their tempura tastes, going by Google Maps and HappyCow reviews. Menkui Kinya takes the #1 spot. 2 places on the list aren't very vegan-friendly overall (grade D or E): reviewers rate the vegan tempura there, but ask for the vegan version when you order.
“Arrive early to avoid long wait times, especially during lunch and dinner”
“Ask for the separate vegan/vegetarian menu upon arrival.”
“Avoid the vegetable tempura if strictly vegan as it is fried in the same oil as fish and likely contains egg in the batter.”
“Try the vegan soba and vegetable tempura during dinner hours”
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Menkui Kinya tops our ranking for the best vegan tempura in Kyoto. We ranked 5 places in Kyoto by how good Google Maps and HappyCow reviewers say the vegan version of their tempura tastes.
This list has 5 places in Kyoto that serve vegan tempura. Their average Spinach rating is 4.5 out of 5.0.
None of the 5 places on this list is fully vegan. Each one shows its Vegan Friendliness grade (A–E), so you can check how easy ordering vegan will be before you go.
The rank is about the dish, not the venue. A place can make some of the best vegan tempura in Kyoto and still have few other vegan options, unclear labels or staff who don't know the menu well. That is what the A–E Vegan Friendliness grade on each card measures. 2 of the 5 places here are graded D or E. There, ask for the vegan version when you order.