Did you know that besides ancient temples and rich cultural destinations, Kyoto is known for its abundance of cafes serving great meals in breathtaking settings?

That’s right, and we’ve selected the best ones in the city for you to visit!

Scroll down to discover charming quick-bite spots in Kyoto.

Shinshindo for Outstanding Sandwiches

⁠One of the Shinshindo shops, a bakery founded by Hitoshi Tsuzuki in 1913, is located in the heart of Higashino-tohin-dori. This bakery, which has been around for a century, continues to serve the best baked goods and the most outstanding sandwiches in Kyoto!⁠

So, the next time you’re in town, don’t forget to swing by this bakery!⁠

Liberta Kyoto for the Best Croissants

While staying at Miru Kyoto, enjoy delicious complimentary croissants. We’ve collaborated with one of our favorite local boulangerie, @libertejapon.kyoto⁠ to provide you with these buttery treats whenever you please. ⁠With its stylish and spacious store, enjoy the charm of Liberte with your favorite breads and pastries.

Mumokuteki Cafe for Tasty Vegan Meals

photo by @mumokutekicafe ⁠

Mumokuteki Café, located on Teramachi’s bustling street, is a well-known Kyoto cafe recognised for its extensive menu of vegetarian and vegan food. ⁠Some of our favourites are their Japanese-style fried “chicken” and “pork cutlets” – made entirely out of tofu dregs and glutinous rice cakes.⁠ Make sure you give this cafe a visit for your plant-based fix!⁠

Be sure to swing-by these quaint cafes if you’re visiting the city! For more cafe recommendations and travel ideas for your Kyoto itinerary, follow us @mirukyotonishiki!