Lock Cha Tea House, Central

Dim sum is one of the best things Hong Kong has to offer, and thanks to Lock Cha Tea House, veggie lovers don’t have to miss out. Lock Cha offers a variety of friendly twists on this Chinese tradition, from pickled bean curd skin to vegan siu mai. You will want to try everything here, so be prepared to walk out a few pounds heavier. You’ve been warned!

When: Open Monday-Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 10am-8pm. Closed every second Tuesday of the month.
Where:Hong Kong Park, Ground Floor, The K.S. Lo Gallery, Hong Kong Park, Admiralty. Nearest MTR is Admiralty Exit C1. Follow the signs to Hong Kong Park. You will find the restaurant on your right just after the fountain.
How much: $$$ (slightly pricier but well worth it!)

www.lockcha.com

CS Vegan, Tin Hau

At $56 and $68 for an all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner buffet, CS Vegan is without a doubt the best value for your money in HK! Run as a non-profit Buddhist initiative, this small and lesser-known restaurant boasts a unique, homey feel. Although it’s a slightly tricky find in Tin Hau (follow the directions closely), it’s well worth a visit. If you’re looking for some tasty, home cooked, Chinese vegan grub – this one is for you.

When: Open Monday-Sunday, 11:30am-3pm and 6pm-10pm.
Where: 1/F, Potek House, 9 Tsing Fung St, Tin Hau, Hong Kong Island. From Tin Hau MTR exit A1 turn left along Kings Rd. Then take the third street on left (directly under the flyover). Inside doorway number 9, press the big buzzer for access past the metal gate. CS Vegan is then on the first floor.
How much: $

www.facebook.com/csvegan111

LN FORTUNATE COFFEE, Sai Ying Pun

With it’s Instagrammable interior and wonderfully friendly staff, LN Fortunate Coffee will win your heart. This is where to go for some hearty vegan food – it serves pasta, burgers and baked potatoes galore! It also has the some of the best desserts I’ve seen. Vegan waffles anyone?! I’ll take five.

When: Open Monday-Sunday 9am-10pm
Where: G/F, 118 Second St, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong. From Sai Ying Pun MTR exit B2, turn right, and it’s on the left just before Pok Fu Lam Road.
How much: $$

www.facebook.com/LN-Fortunate-Coffee-HK

Sharmajii, Hung Hom

If you’re partial to a good curry, then Sharmajii is about to become your new best friend. The food here is delicious, fresh and ridiculously cheap. You can order traditional sets with curry, rice and bread or choose from a large menu. Each dish is clearly marked with a V for vegans to request a vegan option, including vegan banana pancakes (yum!). Make sure to order a few appetisers and try the veggie samosas. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

When: Open Monday-Saturday 9:30am-9:30pm
Where: Shop A, G/F, Block 2, Hung Hom Garden, 3 Tsing Chau Street, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, Hong Kong. From Ho Man Tin MTR, take exit A1 and follow the main road into the town. It’s about a 10-minute walk.
How much: $

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Veggie SF, Central

Decked out with 1950s memorabilia and vintage souvenirs, stepping into Veggie SF will make you feel a thousand miles (and 70 years) away from the frenetic atmosphere of Central district. You can count on this place to serve up some of the best veggie burgers in the 852. And its vegan fish fillets and beetroot patties prove there’s something to tantalise everyone’s taste buds. Don’t even think about skipping dessert – the ice cream sundaes and brownies will have you in vegan heaven.

When: Open Monday-Friday 12pm-2:30pm and 6pm-9pm, Saturday 12pm-3pm, closed Sunday.
Where: 10/F 11 Stanley St, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. Nearest MTR – Central exit D2. Head straight up D’Aguilar Street and take a right onto Stanley road.
How much: $$$

www.veggiesf.com