It’s not always easy being a vegetarian or vegan. It seems everywhere you go there are limited choices when it comes to choosing a meat-free meal. When traveling to Hong Kong, however, you may be surprised at the options available and how easy it is to be accommodated for your special eating needs.
Life Organic Restaurant and Bar
A true vegetarian experience can be had here in a beautiful atmosphere where eco-friendly goes beyond the food. Surrounded by beautiful walls of reclaimed teak wood, it’s a dining experience anyone can enjoy. Located in Soho, the Life Restaurant is well-known for its salads and organic baking methods where everything is prepared from scratch. Using mostly local and organic whole foods, each dish is made with care and presented beautifully. Top off your meal with some delicious cakes or cookies and you’ll leave full and satisfied.
Veggie XP Restaurant
If you love buffets, the Veggie XP offers a generous selection of vegetarian and Buddhist-style Chinese food that looks and tastes wonderful. They also offer a menu to order from and have such dishes as vegetarian sushi. veggie goose, and sashimi. They specialize in imitation meats for those who miss the flavor of meat. Food portions from the menu are generous and, of course, the buffet means you can go back for more and try something new each time.
Branto Pure Indian Vegetarian Club
For some Indian fare, the Branto Restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine. The ambiance is warm and colorful. Start off your meal with some puri, a flat piece of bread that is deep fried with vegetables. It is very tasty and a good appetizer for the meal to follow. There are hot curries for those who can handle very spicy foods. For a nice cool chaser, try the sweet mango lassi made with yogurt and fruit. If you’re a vegan, be sure to talk to the owner for dairy substitutions.
Po Lin Monastery
Located on Lantau Island, Hong Kong, the Po Lin Monastery is known for some very tasty vegetarian dishes. Food is served to appeal to the eye as well as the taste buds. The atmosphere is calm and soothing and dishes vary according to the season for the freshest vegetables possible. Next to the kitchen, after the meal, you can try some wonderful rice dumplings with mango filling, steamed cakes, lotus sago cake, and more at the vegetarian desserts and snacks bar.
Kiosk’s /vegetarian Sashimi
Here you can enjoy some great Japanese cuisine including imitation salmon, sashimi, and vegetarian beef stone pot rice. The food looks great and the many texture and flavor combinations make for a pleasant dining experience. Definitely try the vegetarian Takoyaki made from tofu and carrots and topped with strands of seaweed.
Soland’s Vegan Private Kitchen
If you’re a vegan, finding some truly vegan dishes may be just a bit more challenging. At Soland’s you can rest assured that you’ll love this place. They serve only lunch here and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. The only thing different here is that you don’t choose what to eat. The chef decides the menu for that day. You’ll start your meal with a delicious soup, perhaps celery soup or creamy beet soup. The main course is very fresh and made from raw vegetables, often served with a sauce and brown rice or pasta. Top off your meal with a smoothie or some dandelion coffee.
With a little searching, you’ll find many great restaurants for vegetarians and vegans and you won’t have to compromise taste or a great dining experience. You really can enjoy eating out.
