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Gion Tanto
Restaurant
4.4 (1178 reviews)
372 Kiyomotochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0084, Japan
$$$$$
+81 75-525-6100
Highlights from Reviews
• extensive vegan options
The restaurant offers a wide variety of delicious and authentic vegan and vegetarian dishes, including okonomiyaki and negiyaki, a rarity in Japan.
• authentic atmosphere
Guests appreciate the cozy, traditional Japanese dining experience, including sitting on the floor (tatami style) and the overall ambiance.
• delicious okonomiyaki
Many reviews praise the okonomiyaki as being exceptionally tasty, packed with flavor, and some of the best in Japan.
• accommodating staff
The staff are noted for being friendly, understanding, and accommodating, offering chairs for those unable to sit on the floor and quickly correcting orders.
• worth the wait
Despite long queues, many customers feel the unique experience and high-quality food make the wait entirely worthwhile.
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