Review of Cafe & Bar Maru ＠恵花 Gluten free

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.)

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch