Tadka 1
South Indian restaurant · Kyoto-shi ·

Tadka 1

South Indian restaurant · Kyoto-shi ·

Authentic South Indian dosas, biryani, thalis, chai

friendly staff
chicken chukka
meen polichadhu
fish fry
vegan options
filter coffee
home cooked food
michelin guide restaurant
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138 Sakyocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0833, Japan Get directions

¥1,000–2,000

Cash only
Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining

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138 Sakyocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0833, Japan Get directions

+81 75 212 8872
tadka-kyoto.com
@indosyokudo_tadka

¥1,000–2,000

Features

•Cash only
•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Good for solo dining
•Touristy
•Vegetarian options
•Paid street parking

Last updated

Jan 20, 2026

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Indoshokudo TADKA – Kyoto - a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant

"When he’s making curry, the owner-chef is a captive to his work. Determined to know the authentic taste of curry, he studied under an Indian chef, then travelled to the actual homeland of curry. The menu is replete with South Indian meals of various curries and side dishes. The popular Ponni rice is redolent with the flavour of its native Tamil Nadu. The interior’s colour scheme is a bright mixture of green, white and lilac, recalling the image of an Indian street scene." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/kyoto-region/kyoto/restaurant/indoshokudo-tadka
Tadka 1 (タルカ1)

He-man R

Google
Tried Tadka, a restaurant run by Japanese folks — couldn’t believe they served one of the most authentic non-veg Tamil Nadu meals in Japan, without altering the taste or flavors. Absolutely loved their chicken chukka, meen polichadhu, and fish fry. They even offered us some extra rice — such a nice touch!

Eri O.

Google
This is a long surviving Southern Indian restaurant in central Kyoto I was lucky to visit the other day. I can only speak for myself and I only ate there once (vegan curry plate lunch set) but the food was SO tasty and authentic I took the time to savor every morsel of it. The picture will speak louder here than my description so here it is!

Dhanya P.

Google
The food and the place transported me back to Chennai! This was literally the best South Indian food I’ve had outside of India! The staff are so friendly, the service is on point and the food is phenomenal! I would give it 10 stars if I could!

Poonam B.

Google
Best South Indian thali ever in Japan. The flavors were spot on , each dish in the plate had uniqueness and authenticity . The staff is absolutely warm and welcoming. The restaurant serves vegetarian meals.How I wish the restaurant was in Tokyo! Highly recommend.

Abi N.

Google
Authentic south indian restaurant. Their owner and staff is very polite and friendly. Food taste and quality is top notch and u can feel the home cooked food taste 👌🏻. Never miss their filter coffee. If u r visiting there, go there in advance. The place is always crowded. You need to wait in line for atleast 30 minutes to get seat.

Ant M.

Google
This restaurant, near the Manga Museum, is run by Japanese people but serves excellent 👌 S. Indian style food. Basically, you order from limited set lunches comprising different items. The vegan option is delicious. Usually you have to wait in line, but it's worth it. The room is rather small and it's a little tense taking time while people outside are waiting.

bharath J.

Google
This is the only best place to find South Indian 🇮🇳 Cousin in Kyoto. Hands down to the chef and very good old retro 🎶. I was in love with the place.

Padmaja R.

Google
A truly delightful South Indian restaurant in Kyoto. The meal was perfectly balanced in flavour and spice. Truly one of the best onion vathakuzhambu I’ve had at a restaurant, reminder me of home. A definite must try restaurant for authentic South Indian lunch experience.