With the steady increase in plant-based diets, a growing number of restaurants of various cuisines have emerged in Hong Kong to cater to this dietary niche. Our city has adapted to this movement exceptionally, whether it is serving steaming dim sum, juicy burgers, or rich paneer dishes.
Veggie Kingdom
Newly opened, located on Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. This restaurant aims to bring creative interpretations of traditional Cantonese vegetarian cuisine. Its color scheme is minimal yet luxe. Adorned with lantern-looking lights, the interiors of this eatery do not take away from its appetizing food. The clear glass looking into the kitchen is an added fun concept. Having also provided plant-based dim sum, Veggie Kingdom’s menu extends further to other authentic Cantonese dishes such as the divine pine nut truffle sauce fried rice, and chewy honey-coated BBQ “pork”.
VEDA
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This plant-based restaurant based in Ovolo Hotels provides elevated Pan-Asian cuisine. This fine dining establishment has modern interiors and an urban ambiance with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for natural light to flow in. Its lush vibrant green colors compliment the complete plant-based menu. The soft lighting indoors makes the luxurious dining experience relaxed. Opt for their crunchy pani puri and rich baked aloo gobi for a filling meal.
Thai Vegetarian Food
In the midst of authentic Thai restaurants in Kowloon city, also known as Hong Kong’s “little Thailand”, there is only one local establishment that serves plant-based Thai food without compromising on the taste and authenticity. The hole-in-the-wall place is run by a small down to earth Thai family that takes pride in their restaurant. However, it is always packed. With their cramped seating, the queue to grab a meal here is long but food makes up for it. Be mindful to not visit this restaurant on a Tuesday as it is closed the entire day. Savor their satay skewers and fried rice with veggie chicken and chili basil leaves, alongside fresh young coconut water.
Big Dill
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Discretely located on 123 third street, Big Dill isn’t hard to spot in the never-ending streets of Sai Ying Pun. With bright neon signs on the exterior and interior of the restaurant and colorful wall art, this eatery emits retro vibes throughout. Though, with both bar counter and booth seating, Big Dill is still confined and small in terms of space. Unlike any other restaurant that serves plant-based burgers, Big Dill goes the extra mile to make their mock meat from scratch using real and fresh ingredients. The menu offers comfort food favorites such as burgers, hot dogs, gyros, and mac n cheese. Their overarching mission is to make plant-based mainstream and easily accessible to all.
Lock Cha
Located in Tai Kwun, Lock Cha is a premier Chinese-style tea house that provides delicate and lightweight vegetarian dim sums. There is no better spot to experience the true heritage of Hong Kong than Lock Cha. Due to its antique-style setting, the eatery gives off a soothing vibe. Their traditional Chinese seating arrangement, with its wooden chair and tables, adds to the experience. Lock Cha additionally provides Al Fresco Dining for those who want to take enjoy their meal beneath the open sky, and to take in a better view of the historical monument. Choose a tea from their selection of fragrant Chinese tea, while relishing their black truffle vegetarian siu mei and bean curd skin roll.
Kailash Parbat
Situated in Tsim Sha Tsui, one of the most diverse and multicultural areas of Hong Kong, this chain of restaurants is famously known for its Indian street food around the globe. Its nostalgic Indian decor across the entire eatery pays homage to the historic origins of the restaurant. Moreover, their multicolored seating and bright and contemporary interior provide the ideal setting for the decadent meal to follow. Their menu has an excellent blend of fusion food and a medley of Indian street food delicacies. Such as Chinese bhel and Schezwan Hakka noodles – a classic Indian street food item with a Chinese twist. You may also opt for their velvety malai paneer tikka and spicy vada pav if you are feeling more peckish.