Waindo Kiba - Tokyo

There is a severe lack of vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurant options in East Tokyo, and many Indian restaurants in the area are mediocre and cater to Japanese tastes. However, Waindo stands out as a gem in the neighborhood. My personal favorites are the veg biryani with tandoori broccoli and the Hyderabadi bindi aloo curry (which is vegan-friendly). The spice levels can be adjusted based on your preference, just inform the staff if you are vegan so they can make any necessary changes. Waindo mainly serves Indian customers who work nearby, and they have been struggling due to the impact of covid. I encourage Happy Cow members to support them during this difficult time. Please note that the restaurant is on the 2nd floor and the sign still says Soul Food India (previous tenants). Due to the pandemic, many restaurants have had to trim their menus to survive, so if there is a specific dish you want, it is recommended to call ahead. Takeout is available through Uber Eats.

East Tokyo is lacking in vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurant options. While there are many Indian restaurants in the area, I find that a lot of them cater more towards a medium and watered-down Japanese taste. However, Waindo is a standout gem in the neighborhood. My personal favorite dishes are the veg biriyani with tandoori broccoli and the hyderabadi bindi aloo curry (which is vegan-friendly). The spice levels can be adjusted based on your preference, just inform the staff. Waindo mainly caters to Indian customers who work nearby and their business has been affected by COVID-19, so I urge fellow HappyCow members to support them. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor and the sign still says Soul Food India (the previous tenant). Due to COVID-19, many restaurants have had to streamline their menus to stay afloat, but I have not had any issues with Waindo. If there is a specific dish you're craving, I recommend calling ahead. They also offer delivery through Uber Eats.