Looking for a guilt-free, eco-friendly meal in Central, Hong Kong? We’ve got you!
In Part III of our 8Shades Neighbourhood Guide to Central, here are some of our fave vegan restaurants to enjoy a delicious, planet-friendly meal:
See also: Neighbourhood Guide: Eco Coffee Shops in Central, Hong Kong
POP Vegan
A beloved laidback vegan restaurant and grocery store, POP Vegan serves up a satisfying and healthy combination of delicious dishes, from the vegan salmon fillet to the Beyond Beef Burger steak, and carries a range of vegan cheeses, condiments and wines.
All dishes are also made without onion, garlic and leek for those refraining from pungent roots. POP, which stands for Pursuit of Peace, aims to be just that, with modern, chic decor, perfect for enjoying a thoughtfully prepared meal.
1/F, 28 Elgin Street, Central
Learn more about Pop Vegan here
TREEHOUSE
Dig into a big, beautiful, brightly coloured bowl, created with whole foods, free of preservatives, refined sugars, artificial sweeteners, dyes and trans fats. Founder Christian Mongendre’s vision for a healthy “fast food” restaurant doesn’t stop at the food – from the ground up, TREEHOUSE is built with ethical and sustainable materials too, so you can gnosh in a nourishing environment. With two locations in Central, TREEHOUSE is a convenient way to get your greens on the go.
Shop 1, H Code, Ground Floor, 45 Pottinger Street, Central
Jardine House, Shops 9A, 9B and 9C, LG/F, 1 Connaught Place, Central
Learn more about TREEHOUSE here
Ma… and The Seeds of Life
A raw vegan paradise, Ma… and The Seeds of Life is an upscale French restaurant that has mastered the art of delicious, all natural cooking – you won’t find a trace of dairy, seafood, gluten or processed food here. While the luxurious ambiance is certainly appreciated, it’s Chef Tina Barrat’s feel-good, harm-free food that takes the spotlight.
Shop 11, 1/F, H18 CONET, 23 Graham Street, Central
Learn more about Ma.. and The Seeds of Life here
VEDA
As Hong Kong’s first vegetarian hotel restaurant, VEDA intertwines Asian and Western ingredients into a celebratory menu featuring the best in fresh and locally-sourced produce. Last year Ovolo Hotels moved to make all of its bars and restaurants vegetarian, so you can expect plant-powered eats and drinks that are pretty Instaworthy too.
Ovolo Central, 2 Arbuthnot Road, Central
Learn more about VEDA here
Miss Lee
Get your fix of Chinese food with Miss Lee’s Chinese vegetarian cuisine, which incorporates all-natural ingredients and classic Hong Kong flavours for a wholesome, plant-based dining experience. Kick back and relax in the restaurant’s cosy, trendy atmosphere or get your food to-go with the street-side deli counter for nourishing options throughout the day.
G/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central
Learn more about Miss Lee here
Amber
If you’re looking for responsible fine dining, look no further than Amber at the Mandarin Oriental. With 14 consecutive years of two Michelin stars, this elegant French restaurant recently nabbed the even more impressive Michelin Green Star. Their dairy- and gluten free vegetarian menus are prepared with reduced sugar and salt and chef Richard Ekkebus and his team are always looking for ways to make their dishes as sustainable as possible.
15 Queen’s Road Central
Learn more about Amber here
Mirror & Vegan Concept
Missing a good ol’ bowl of pasta? Positing the plate as your mirror, and your food as a reflection of yourself, Mirror & Vegan Concept specialise in hearty yet elegant vegan Italian pastas, featuring creamy sauces made with soya milk, vegan cheeses and fresh organic vegetables. Don’t miss the signature spaghetti aglio olio e pepperoncino, truffle risoto and baked penne!
9/F, 118 Queen’s Road Central
Learn more about Mirror & Vegan Concept here.
Fresca
In a city as intensely busy as Hong Kong, it’s important to know where you can get fresh, healthy food options. Fresca has become a neighbourhood favourite vegetarian cafe, with its focus on locally sourced and organic ingredients procured straight from their farms for the smallest carbon footprint possible. Expect to find tasty treats like gluten-free pancakes, cakes and mochi, and innovative flavours displayed in their daily rotation of soups and salads.
54A Hollywood Road, Central
Learn more about Fresca here.
Soland
A literal hidden gem, Soland is notorious for its discreet location on the third floor of Gilman’s Bazaar, and its strict no-waste policy which is enforced by its pre-reservation system. Here you’ll be served a hearty, reasonably priced purely vegan home cooked meal from the daily set menu which typically consists of soup, a generous main and juice or smoothie.
3/F, Wah Ying Cheong Central Building, 6 Gilman’s Bazaar
Learn more about Soland here
ROOT Vegan
Rooted in the principles of kindness, contribution, and connectedness, ROOT Vegan seeks to “contribute to the world’s transition to veganism” through greater well-being for all. Here, that starts with healthy and fresh food, exceptional hospitality, and a transparent approach to food production.
The beautiful bagels from Little Field are a must-try, as are their lunch and dinner entrees, which feature a creative combination of Western and Asian flavours, from Mapo Tofu Tempeh Cauliflower Rice to Red Curry Mixed Veggie Tempeh, to Artichoke Tomato Risotto.
Shop 102-103, 112-114 Wellington St
Learn more about ROOT Vegan here
More from our Neighbourhood Guide to Central:
- Neighbourhood Guide: Eco Retail Shops in Central, Hong Kong
- Neighbourhood Guide: Eco Coffee Shops in Central, Hong Kong
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