Came in near closing on a Friday night. Good food at reasonable prices but the menu is intimidating…read morefor an English speaker. Only one staff person spoke English, and it wasn't my waitress which raised some confusion. Even the staff person who spoke some English had problems understanding me. Ordered the "shark fin" soup and mapo tofu. Mapo tofu looked and tasted nothing like the sichuan dish I'm used to. No peppercorns and only serrano peppers. I liked it and the soup but was confused by the order. Receipt is in Chinese so I didn't understand there was a service charge applied. I tried to pay by credit card but the restaurant insisted on a $150 minimum. When i handed her a $500 bill the non-English speaking waitress said, "Big Money". She looked at me expectantly so I didn't know if I should have tipped there. I ended up leaving a tip on the table which made the manager happy when she called after me for leaving money behind. She insisted on pressing my elevator button down,

This place was doing really nice vegetarian food at decent prices of around $80 HKD. Their service…read morewas really helpful. The few basic dishes that was ordered was definitely above average.

Yeah...as a non-meat eater...I am coming back to this spot when I find myself in southern Mong Kok…read more(kind of northern Yau Ma Tei) area. We unexpectedly came here for a bite when the Indian spot around the corner was closed to celebrate Diwali. Holidays happen! Loved it! Small, clean, hospitable and friendly (all the staff seemed to like each other and you could tell! - kind of a nice twist!), menu in English, food hot, fresh and full of flavor. This spot shares a similar name as another restaurant in Wan Chai, but upon asking our waiter, they are not related at all. This place is a solo operation. It is not fancy and is a touch short of being called a "hole in the wall," so keep your expectations in check. The tomato juice with lemon was a tasty beverage to accompany my lunch.

I think the English name for this restaurant is Jane Hearts but it's not displayed. The distinctive…read moreEnglish sign says they serve vegetarian food. Good vegetarian food under $50 HK dollars. Almost close to fast food in that they get your order out within 10 minutes of ordering. I had a rice plate with mushrooms. The portion is not huge where you struggle to finish your food. The steam buns with vegetables needed soy sauce for flavouring. Owner spoke English well with a British accent. The place is small so you will be expected share a table with other customers if needed.

I was really impressed with how creative they got with their dishes. At one point, everyone at our…read moretable was asking each other, "Are you sure this isn't meat?!" The sweet and sour "pork" was a hit for my group. So was the vegetarian sashimi platter, where we all tried to figure out what the mock meat was made of. The "jellyfish" was also really good, and it was interesting that it was in a peanut-flavored sauce. I can't really comment on service other than it seemed quick. There was never a long waiting period in between dishes. I was on vacation with my boyfriend's family, and I don't speak any Cantonese, so they took care of the communication part. I did see an Indian family while we were there, so I'm sure communication should be fine if you don't speak Cantonese. This meal was towards the end of our stay in HK and it's a good meal to cleanse your body. Afterwards, you can walk the strip on Nathan Road and go shopping - walk off your meal!

If you think Hong Kong is a good vegetarian city because it's so diverse -- not completely true if…read moreyou want to get non-Western food. I think the trap is that dishes can *sound* vegetarian, but almost all common broths and sauces contains non-vegetarian items in it. Whenever I go vegetarian, I have a hard time finding more than one item on the menu at any cha chaan teng, because I know what actually goes in it. Which is what makes these sorts of vegetarian restaurants popular. Chinese vegetarian is not just "no killing of animals". They adhere to buddhist vegetarian habits, and don't use certain pungent vegetables like onions, garlic or chives in their cooking. That said, they are also somehow ok with making vegetables look and taste like meat. Gluten puffs that is chewy like a piece of stewed chicken? Sure! Soy protein packed together and sliced like ham? Why not. That is the sort of food you will get here -- vegetarian versions of popular pan-Chinese dishes, with the protein replaced by various plant-items ranging from the innocuous (tofu) to the there's-no-way-this-is-organic. Every bite brought me such surprise, because they do resemble the original dishes -- but it also makes me think, why? Are we not worthy to have vegetarian dishes that celebrate the vegetables on their own merit? That said, if you want some Chinese dishes but don't eat meat, this isn't bad and have a lot more variety of vegetarian dishes than other Chinese places. It also isn't bad for a good karma meal on Buddha's birthday. It just isn't something I actively look forward to.

Excellent vegetarian food with a lot of diversity of choices. So yummy! The staff were also very…read morehelpful and warm.

Glorious food for a glorious price. They have a set rate of $37HKD for a massive plate of food,…read morewhich is like $5.42USD. Eggplant, green beans, broccoli rabe, rice and an egg fritter, plus soup! I caught them as they were closing and they were generous with the portions. Would happily come back if I'm in the area or close enough. The last thing I expected to find in a food court, but boy oh boy was it everything I wanted and more.

The most TERRIBLE dining experience I've ever had, both food and service wise. Please DON'T waste…read moreyour money on their disgusting food and service. Though the restaurant calls itself vegetarian, most of the dishes here are not purely plant-based, with the majority containing egg and dairy. You WILL have a hard time finding the ideal food if you come here for a plant-based/vegan meal--there's just too much animal product. Aside from the ingredients, the taste of each dish fails to hold up to the regular vegetarian or Shanghainese food standard. They are either too sweet or salty, and even suspicious of using low quality MSG. I feel ill and dry right after the meal. The service is also the worst you can expect. We arrived at the reception but were greeted by no one, waiting for the receptionist to finish a long call. We were led into the dining area and were seated at an extremely noisy table near the kitchen where the servers organize the utensils. They seem to have a problem with anyone who doesn't speak Cantonese and really don't care if their own expression or demeanor will bother the customers. And the price is deceptive and very high. There is no hint on the menu of any service surcharge, and they mandatorily charge you 10% of the total on the bill, without informing you in anyway. They give you free-looking appetizer when seating you and charge you in the end. The black tea I had tasted moldy. Also, the price of rice here is a shocking $26 HKD per bowl in the Hong Kong-China area where most of the rice as a carb complement costs, at the very most, $10 HKD per bowl. We a party of 2 spent $52 HKD on the rice alone and were not told about the price when it was asked for. In the end, the view from the restaurant was not the expected harbour skyline but the back of the roof of a museum facing the harbour. With the malfunctioning AC, it's an unsightly and cold experience just sitting there. Again, I do NOT recommend literally anyone this restaurant.

Stick to dishes that translate well to vegetarian versions and you won't be disappointed. Other…read moredishes-- well, they do a good job, but the meat eaters in the group were not as impressed. Hot and sour soup in particular holds up well, but the dumplings came out cold at least once (I think we ordered them three times?!), and the dan dan mein both took forever to come and felt kind of limp in execution-- noodles were too soft and the dish itself was missing the proper blend of spice/heat of a good dan dan mein. The service is a little variable, it was quite good most of the meal, but a little inconsistent in spots. And the decor, while once nice, now feels a little basic, a little dated.

A crowded upstairs restaurant in what looks like an office building. This seems to be common in…read moreHong Kong. They speak English here which is a plus and they also have English menus. What I thought was a quirk in translation, I ordered the bean curd sheets with vegetables thinking it was your standard tofu and vegetable dish. Not so! The taste was nothing like I ever had. The broth tasted like soybean milk but salty. It was unique but got boring after half the plate. The thing about chinese restaurants is that you have to have a mix of different dishes, and it's hard to do that when you're eating solo. So I didn't hold this against the restaurant. That's why I saw large groups throughout the restaurant enjoying the food.

Our elaborate meal had dim sum - of course! Fried rice for the child and mapo tofu. And some…read morewontons in sweet spicy chilli sauce. The dim sum was superb. Thin and translucent to the point of being almost entirely transparent. The fried rice was simple but tasted great. The mapo tofu didn't have that Sichuan spicy zing to it. We, nevertheless, polished it all off. With jasmine tea on the side. Certainly a place to visit with groups, but they have little low seated tables too, if you want a date meal. Fairly quick service and I know I mentioned the language, but our server spoke English. I know I'll be visiting here again. More photos and detail on the blog - vegetarianvoyager[dot]com. Link also in profile.

Vegans! Vegetarians! Even you, you Gluten Free'ers! Pure Veggie House is just about the only place…read morein Hong Kong where you have multiple meal options, so listen up real good. Try a variety of their dim sum, hot pot and vegetable platters, because everything is tasty, organic and fresh. The first few pages of the menu show where everything is sourced from, so you know it's a priority. There are even a few desserts to round out the meal. The dining experience itself felt authentic as you can get for vegetarian Cantonese cuisine - the staff was attentive, service was efficient and the atmosphere was really pleasant. There were a few Buddhist monks having dinner there too, so that's another sure sign that you're in the right spot. Pro Tips: - Tricky to get here via Subway, best to catch a Red Taxi - Located in a multi-level shopping building, just take the elevator up!

Many people in Hong Kong say "It's so hard to find vegetarian options in Hong Kong!" Lo and behold…read morethis wonderful nook hiding in Thai-town, Kowloon City. Perfect for the vegetarians in Hong Kong. The menu is jacked with hearty curries and tasty stir-fries. I would totally make this my regular if I didn't live so far away and poor. To be honest, the price is pretty decent. The shop is run by Thai people so you're in good hands. It's the perfect place to unwind from a busy city in Hong Kong, as they don't rush you out the door when you finish. One thing to note though is that some dishes originally have meat in them, but they use a soy substitute. Tom Gai Gai, for example, is just lacking that flavor so I'd avoid ordering a chicken dish (no chicken) and expect it to taste like chicken. If that makes any sense.

The food here is delicious - don't miss the fresh spring rolls or the pomelo salad. What's great…read moreabout the curries and other mains is the huge number of vegetables. Chinese vegetarian restaurants often focus on one type of meat substitute, but the dishes here have a wide mix of veg alongside the vegetarian duck, scallops or whatever. The only thing I dislike are the drinks, as the water here has a slightly strange aftertaste. Note that this is a small, hole-in-the-wall type place; it would be pushed to fit twenty, and the tables spill out onto the street. I usually don't wait long for a seat but at peak times there can be a queue. They do do takeaway, but might not accept orders if it's a very busy evening.

A restaurant that is dedicated to serving Vegetables and Non-Meat Protein, one would think its a…read morenovel idea as more and more are opting for non-animal product food source in our more environmentally conscious society! Actually, this type of restaurants has been in existence in Hong Kong or China for hundreds of years if not more, it has a religious connection to most of these establishments as they usually are connected to a Temple or a Monastery that are either Buddhist or Taoist. Veggie Palace is categorized as a "private home kitchen" as it is officially not open to the public, all patrons has to reserve and will be contacted by them to go through menu selection. Prices are fixed, Lunch - HK$188.00 / Dinner - HK$268.00 per person Menu items are Omakase Style - as the Chef will decide what is best of the season and also according to personal taste. They will even keep a record of your past visits to make sure that the menu items you had perviously will not be repeated! Highlight items: Assorted Cold Appetizer as you can see from my photo, this has a variety of items, the centre is a mixed salad with julianne of cucumber, mushrooms, black fungus, and pomelo, it is then surrounded by veggie maki sushi roll, thousand year eggs, veggie ham etc. It is served with a light soy & vinegar based dressing, amazingly refreshing and tasty, I believe it is a signature starter that each table will get! And I am sure it will be requested even if they do not offer it in your next visit! The Mushroom & Vegetables Gyoza in Pumpkin Purée, savoury pumpkin surrounds this small package of amazing umami, the natural sweetness of the vegetables are brought to a new hight with the deep flavours of the mushrooms! Looks like a simple dish, but I am sure the Chef puts in a lot of thought and effort to make this a perfect dish!! As you can see, all the items are presented very well, and non of the dishes tasted the same! Contact them directly to make a reservation and discuss menu selection, and I am sure you will be a fan as well!!

We arrived in Hong Kong on a lazy Sunday evening. We found Veggie Palace near our hotel. The…read morerestaurant had more patrons than other restaurants around it, so we decided to eat there. We ordered 2 different Stone Bowl Rice set menu items. #2 with Eggplant and #4 with Lion's Head Mushroom (I believe called Lion's Mane Mushroom in the US) We liked both dishes including the accompanying Soup and appetizers. The Eggplant dish was savory without being greasy (Unlike most eggplant dishes cooked in a wok). The Lion's head Mushroom was very umami and had the texture and flavor of perfectly cooked beef cubes. Service was fast, friendly and efficient.

Before embarking to Macau for a day trip, we decided to come here for an early 7am breakfast. Since…read moreI didn't get my HK Style French Toast from Australia Dairy Company the other day, I was excited to try it here. Kam Wah Cafe is also famous for their freshly baked Pineapple Bun and Butter. Can't start your day without some HK Milk Tea and Iced Ovaltine. My son said it's a good thing the nai cha in the states are not as good because he was starting to develop an addiction. Lol. For those of you who don't know, it's made with Ceylon leaves, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk. The French toast was so damn delicious but a bit indulgent. I do wish I could taste more of the peanuts. My son loved his bolo bao. We also shared a hot bowl of macaroni soup with Spam and lettuce. Thinking back, I regret not trying the Spicy Satay Beef Instant Noodle. I will have to look for this back in the states. The aunties working here are just the most adorable, very kind and welcoming. One of them took the time to help us navigate the huge menu and recommended a few items. I would come back again and again if I could. I have a mad love for these iconic HK Style Cafes aka Cha Chaan Tengs. These affordable quick-paced restaurants were influenced by the city's 150 years of British rule. Aside from the classic breakfast items, they also offer many delicious rice and noodle dishes in the afternoon.

Came here just for their famous pineapple bun with butter! This is a classic HK cha chaan teng…read more(cafe) serving up favourites like satay beef with vermicelli noodles in soup, sandwiches, and of course, a strong HK milk tea. We got here fairly early, so we didn't have to wait for a table. Service was as expected - quick, efficient, and no nonsense. A tell-tale sign of a good HK cafe. The food just hit the spot for me, bringing me right back to my childhood memories of eating this on weekend mornings at our local HK cafe. Note that they don't accept foreign credit cards, so be prepared with cash, Octopus, or Alipay.