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Vegetarian restaurants in Hong Kong are becoming more and more popular as we realise the positive effects on the environment and our health. Here are our go-to vegetarian restaurants in Hong Kong that pass the kids’ taste test, offer vegan options and have special kids’ menus.
In a city that loves its meat, vegetarian restaurants can be hard to find (especially if you’ve got fussy eaters in the family!) Whether you’re doing it to save the environment and the animals, for health or religious reasons or simply want to try something new, we’ve rounded up our favourite vegetarian restaurants in Hong Kong that the whole family will enjoy.
Editor’s Note: Most of the vegetarian restaurants listed will cater to vegans too.
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Yuan – Hong Kong’s first modern Chinese vegetarian fine-dining concept
Savour classics like the Century Egg, Winter Melon and more at one of Hong Kong’s hottest new vegetarian restaurants. If you’re looking for an elevated experience or date night, this is the place to go. Another must-try is the 9-grid dessert featuring a mix of Eastern and Western-inspired dessert favourites.
Yuan, 15 & 16/F, The Factory, 1 Yip Fat Street, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 9317 7900, www.lubuds.com/yuan
ORKA Restaurant, Bar & Cafe – Vegetarian restaurant in Hong Kong with pescatarian and flexitarian options
Eating at a vegetarian restaurant shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a diverse range of flavours. With this in mind, ORKA creates its food from sustainably sourced ingredients that are prepared to provide nutrition as well as lip-smacking goodness! Kids will enjoy the signature vegan burgers with sweet potato fries, pesto pasta, carrot cake or the vegetarian choco lava pudding. It also has non-vegan, pescatarian and flexitarian options on the menu.
ORKA Restaurant, Bar & Cafe, G/F, 36 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3489 1217, www.orkarestaurant.com
Lock Cha Tea House – Vegetarian restaurant in Admiralty
A well-known teahouse in Hong Kong, Lock Cha Tea House’s Admiralty branch is a full-service vegetarian restaurant serving up fresh vegetarian dim sum dishes with a twist. There’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy; we recommend the pan-fried rice roll noodles with soy sauce, vegetarian wontons, assorted mushroom siu mai, steamed turnip cake and ginger pudding.
Lok Cha Tea Shop, G/F, The K.S. Lo Gallery, Hong Kong Park, 10 Cotton Tree Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong, 2801 7177, www.lockcha.com
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Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant – Indian vegetarian restaurant in Tsim Sha Tsui
Bringing heavenly bites straight from India, Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant offers a variety of sweets, rice dishes and vegetable curries enriched with pulses, grains and lentils served up on a banana leaf. The entire family can take their pick from samosas, an assortment of dosas, naans, biryani and paneer dishes.
Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant, Wing On Plaza, UG 1-4 & 31, 62 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2640 2123, www.sangeetha.com.hk
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Thai Vegetarian Food – Authentic Thai vegetarian dishes in Kowloon
With excellent service and authentic Thai cuisine classics including tom yum soup, papaya and mango salads, juicy flat rice noodles and delicious curries, this Thai vegetarian food is not to be missed. The entire menu is fully plant-powered; they also have a set lunch including one main and drink for only $60 – more bang for your buck!
Thai Vegetarian Food, G/F, 28 South Wall Road, Kowloon City, Hong Kong, 6153 7421, Facebook: Thai Vegetarian Food
Isoya Japanese Vegetarian Restaurant – Hong Kong vegetarian and vegan-friendly sushi, tempura and more
If you thought Japanese cuisine couldn’t be vegetarian, think again! Isoya Japanese Vegetarian Restaurant uses seasonal vegetables and fruits to create menus that are offered on a rotational basis based on the best available ingredients. Try the assorted sushi platter featuring grilled okras and teriyaki enoki mushroom rolls wrapped in soya bean skin or the pumpkin tempura. You can also ask for the vegetarian dishes to be egg and dairy-free if you’re looking for a fully plant-based meal.
Isoya Japanese Vegetarian Restaurant, 9/F, 83 Wan Chai Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 5500 8812, www.openrice.com/isoya-japanese-vegetarian-restaurant
Years – Japanese and Western vegetarian restaurant in Hong Kong
Designed with a Japanese flair, Years offers healthy vegetarian Japanese and western set menus including katsu sandos, risottos, spaghetti and buddha bowls. You can also ask the staff to change some of the vegetarian dishes into vegan. For those who love the taste of meat but still want plant-based food, it offers Impossible™ Meat burgers.
Years, Shop 1, G/F, Fuk Lung Building, 191-199 Fuk Wah Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 6338 3719, www.yearshk.com
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Veggie4Love – A firm Hong Kong favourite for vegetarian food
Holding regular pop-ups, collaborations and events, Veggie4Love offers modern vegetarian comfort food everyone will love. You’ll be shocked to see lobster soup and beef Wellington (festive special) that taste pretty much like the real deal!
Veggie4Love, 10/F, 11 Stanley Street, Central, HK, Central & Western District, Hong Kong, 2177 9477, Facebook: Veggie4Love
Woodlands – Indian vegetarian restaurant in Hong Kong with vegan, Jain and Buddhist food
Receiving local and international recognition as one of the best Indian vegetarian restaurants in Hong Kong, Woodlands lives up to its name in taste, service and the sheer variety of items on the menu. It offers traditional lactovegetarian, vegan as well as Jain and Buddhist food with no onion, garlic and root vegetables all prepared separately. Thali, dosas, Indo-Chinese noodles, bread and desserts; they’ve got it all!
Woodlands, UG Shop 16 & 17, Wing On Plaza, 62, Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2369 3718
Woodlands, 1/F, Dannie’s House, 20 Luard Road, Wan Chai , Hong Kong, www.woodlandshk.com
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Chi Lin Vegetarian – Vegetarian restaurant at Diamond Hill
Part of the Chi Lin nunnery at Nan Lian Garden, Chi Lin Vegetarian restaurant is the perfect place if you’re craving tasty vegetarian food and some quiet quality time with the family. It uses fresh and healthy ingredients to make Chinese vegetarian classics including deep-fried beancurd sheets, seasonal greens, crunchy fresh milk rolls, yellow porcini and cashew congee and more.
Chi Lin Vegetarian, Long Men Liu, Nan Lian Garden, 60 Fung Tak Road, Diamond Hill, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3658 9388, www.nanliangarden.org
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2084 – Vegetarian fusion restaurant in Sai Kung
Head to 2084, a simple yet comforting restaurant in Sai Kung that specialises in eclectic vegetarian food inspired by recipes from Spain, India and Japan. Menu highlights include Gobi Manchurian and momos tapas, Szechuan eggplant tacos and a large variety of Indian and Nepali-style curries.
Sassy Mama Tip: Get a table outside and you’ll have a view of your kids in the playground in the square.
2084, G/F, 5 Sha Tsui Path, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong, 3658 9388, www.2084.casa
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Veggie Kingdom – Vegetarian dim sum feast!
Dim sum is a Hong Kong staple, and vegetarians and vegans don’t need to miss out! The must-try here is the char siu that perfects the texture and taste, and of course, the kids will also want to dive right into the dumplings! Sample authentic Chinese cuisine without worrying about taking a bite of meat.
Veggie Kingdom, 7/F, VIP Commercial Centre, 116-120 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2366 0336, www.veggiekingdom.hk
TREEHOUSE – Sustainable and healthy vegetarian restaurant in Hong Kong
If you’re looking for good quality food that is not only super healthy but also sustainable, ethical and quick, TREEHOUSE offers up delicious vegetarian bites that are made to order and ready within moments. You can also select from gluten-free, raw and allergy-free options; the menu is made from unprocessed ingredients and is free from preservatives, artificial flavours, trans-fats and sugars.
TREEHOUSE Flagship, Shop 1, G/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3791 2277
TREEHOUSE Taikoo Place, Portion A, 1/F, Lincoln House, Taikoo Place, N 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, 2456 9611, www.treehouse.eco
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Editor’s Note: “Vegetarian Restaurants In Hong Kong To Try With The Family” was most recently updated in November 2023 by Fashila Kanakka. With thanks to Najuka Redkar for her contribution.
