Cafe & Bar Maru @恵花

17 ratings
$$ • Restaurant
dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
Reported GF menu options: Beer
Japan, 〒600-8012 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Saitōchō, 123 RAKUAS木屋町 3F
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Celiac

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Food was very good! Limited options, but both very tastful. Only remark was that rice or any other side dish was not included in the price (making it quite expensive).

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Celiac

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5/10 Not a great options in the menu, not a great food, and overpriced If you have no choice go there but be ready for an ok experience and nothing more

But the waitress who is from France (if I remember correctly) was super nice!!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Great ambiance and not very busy when we were there. Limited food options, large list of alcoholic beverage options though. Our food was tasty and I would go back.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
Updated 2 months ago read full review

Reported to be dedicated gluten-free and celiac friendly. However, since menus and staff can change, please verify before visiting!

Gluten-Free Features

  • Beer

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Gluten-Free at Cafe & Bar Maru @恵花
we ordered the hamburg meal & curry meal
Cafe & Bar Maru @恵花 gluten-free menu
Cafe & Bar Maru @恵花 gluten-free menu
Cafe & Bar Maru @恵花 gluten-free menu
Cafe & Bar Maru @恵花 gluten-free menu
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Gluten free chicken karaage and French dessert, plus other yummy dishes. Also I had wanted to find a place with a sake flight, and ended up trying the sake on offer at this swanky bar. Local sake is the best I've ever had. More modern, and spacious, plus up on the 3rd floor, this place would be easy to miss. If you are gluten free, this is a must stop in the evening for light bar snacks and drinks. Daytime, it is a good cafe. I didn't end up trying the GF beer because the sake was so delicious. The English menu is a disservice to the actual quality of the food. Though the menu is not extensive (large for a bar, small for dinner), there are traditional Kyoto dishes that may not be as well known but are authentic. As well as bar bites to complement whatever you're drinking.The native English speaking bartender made the place fantastic. He said there are other English speakers besides him. The place is 100% gluten free, as the owner has Celiac. My dessert was made to order and delicious, allowing me time to savor a different glass of sake. Though the chef didn't speak English, she was warm and attentive. Both tourists and locals frequent this establishment. You never know who might be there on your night. Maybe a geisha? It is close to the pontocho but is more of a relaxing, refined environment, where you could have a conversation. Highly recommend. (It is there, just look around at the small signs to find the building entrance and the elevator.)

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
Updated 4 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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It’s gluten free and as a celiac I appreciate that, but it’s over priced for what it is. Service wasn’t great and food was meh. Liked the ambiance.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

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Loved their fried chicken! Also had the lit curry as well. Great place for food and drinks

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Tasty dishes (8 in total) The place is not very big but the location and the ambience are nice. Service is fast

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Beware this restaurant is on the 3rd floor of a building, so you might not immediately see it. Loved the ambience, the service, and the food. All the options in the menu were gluten-free, and they also had gluten-free beer. We had a very good curry. Recommended!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Only came for dessert here (and some great sake), but the menu looked delicious! Staff are lovely, great vibe in the evening.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Fried chicken is amazing! A must get. Curry was good. Dessert was just ok. Everything is gluten free except for 2 beers.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Pork cutlets were amazing! The potato fries were a bit too small but the place has a great environment and delicious drinks/food.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Had a great experience. Was provided with a gluten free menu and was able to get such a delicious meal and dessert later in the evening after running around trying to find gluten free options.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Such a cute place!! Everything is 100% gluten free so no need to worry about contamination. I ordered the curry and my partner ordered the Hamburg steak, both were delicious, service was incredible.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Dedicated gluten free place. I had a really nice chicken salad. Really nice owner too.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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This place is hands down the best gluten free (non-sushi) meal I've had in Japan. Even without being gluten free their ingredients are top-notch. Do yourself a favor and check it out for yourself. We're in Kyoto for 4 nights and would happily come back for another meal. All gluten free and they ask about other allergies as well. I'm so glad I found out about it from a gluten free map on google. Take the elevator (not stairs) up. It's on the 3rd floor. Beautiful interior and nice music. Enjoy!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 9 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


All gluten free food here. Safe for celiacs

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


All gluten free place with vegan options.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

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