4 Best Chinatown Vegetarian Food: So Vegan-licious

1. Eight Treasures Vegetarian Restaurant

Eight Treasures Vegetarian Restaurant is the go-to spot for down-to-earth vegetarian food in Chinatown. The restaurant is bustling even on weekday nights, attracting both locals and foreigners. Must-try dishes include the satay, vegetable rolls, seasonal greens, and the delightful monkey head mushroom with tofu. Their allium-free, vegan-friendly menu, clearly labelled, makes it easy for everyone to find something delicious. Located next to the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, it’s a short walk from Chinatown MRT Exit A. Don’t miss out on their specialties like the vegetarian Peking duck with yam.

Business Reviews:

1. Our go-to place for down to earth Vegetarian food. We have been there so many times that the staff probably know us by now and they are always friendly and accommodating to our requests. The place was pretty packed on a weekday night and there were quite a few tables of foreigners which was a pleasant sight. We had the satay (must order!), vegetable rolls, seasonal greens and monkey head mushroom + tofu – all were on point. I hope to be able to eat through their whole menu one day. The next item I would try, would be the vegetarian beking duck with yam (sounds yum already)

2. Allium-free Chinese vegetarian restaurant, very vegan-friendly with clear labels in the menu. Tasty food, not too oily, and nicely presented. Great for gatherings; would probably suit most people’s tastebuds. They are currently serving some CNY specials, such as ‘Honey’ Lime Veg Chicken and Golden Sweet Veg Ham Roll (featuring sour plum sauce instead of real honey). P.S. Run by Zenna, who also runs WellSmoocht! Located next to Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, 10 min walk from Chinatown MRT Exit A.

3. Serving amazing vegetarian food with a smile. We were looking for Vegetarian options around Chinatown in Singapore and found this one by chance. The owner is a gem of a guy and the food is amazing. Can’t miss if you’re in Singapore.

2. Yi Su Pin Vegan

Yi Su Pin Vegan at People’s Park Centre, located inside Food City, offers a delightful array of vegan dishes that stand out for their taste, health benefits, and presentation. Managed by three young and dedicated individuals who rest only two days a month, this stall provides nutritious meals featuring brown rice. Patrons enjoy a seamless dining experience with a buzzer system for food collection. Their fusion menu includes delicious options like Sarawak Kolo Dried Noodles, Rendang Nasi Lemak, vegan mushroom kolo mee, and tofu with mushroom sauce. Yi Su Pin Vegan is a must-try for its affordability, generous portions, and friendly service.

Business Reviews:

1. YiSuPin Vegan stall at People’s Park Centre. Unlike typical vegan dishes, this stall run by 3 young people serve tasty, healthy and nutritious vegan dishes with appetite-pleasing food presentation (see pic). Price is very reasonable with good portion and quality – brown-rice served (see pics)! Highly recommended – must try and support 3 hardworking & friendly hawkers who rest only two days a month.

Note: stall is located inside Food City, it was situated at the front and has moved to the back in May-2024. Patrons are given a pager-like buzzer to collect food, no longer need to check the board for queue number. Stall closes on 2nd & 16th day of the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

2. Had lunch here with colleagues. Tried Sarawak Kolo Dried noodles on 1st visit and Rendang Nasi Lemak on 2nd visit. Both tasted good.

3. Nice vegan food stall at Chinatown with a delicious fusion menu. The food here tastes super yummy and healthy. I have tried the vegan mushroom kolo mee, nasi lemak, tofu with mushroom sauce and brown rice, bak kut teh with brown rice, and mushroom udon. All are delicious, reasonably priced and come with a good portion.

3. Whole Earth

Whole Earth is a standout in Chinatown’s vegetarian dining scene, offering a unique blend of Peranakan and Thai flavours. Despite being a haven for plant-based enthusiasts, it wins over even the most devout meat lovers. The Harmony Tofu, with its crispy exterior and soft interior, and the Sweet and Sour Delight, a flavourful twist on a classic, are must-tries. The XO Rice ranks among the best fried rice dishes across cuisines. Whole Earth’s commitment to elevating plant-based cooking shines through in every dish, making it a top recommendation for anyone, vegetarian or not. The elegant ambiance and friendly staff enhance the overall dining experience.

Business Reviews:

1. I recently had dinner at Whole Earth, a vegetarian restaurant, and as someone who doesn’t typically enjoy vegetarian food, I was pleasantly surprised. They started us off with an appetizer, a seaweed cracker, which was crispy but flavorful and increased our expectations for the main courses, which did not disappoint.

Following the staff’s recommendations, I ordered the Harmony Tofu, Sweet and Sour Delight, and XO Rice. The Harmony Tofu was exceptional—it had a crispy exterior with a soft, mushy interior that complemented the rice perfectly. The Sweet and Sour Delight tasted like sweet and sour pork, only better. The XO Rice was one of the best fried rice dishes I’ve had across all cuisines. Overall, the experience was amazing, and I highly recommend giving this place a try, even if you don’t typically eat vegetarian.

2. @wholeearthsg is a Peranakan-Thai vegetarian restaurant in Singapore, with the mission to elevate the standard of plant-based cooking for vegetarians and vegan lovers. The meal started with an appetizer – seaweed cracker, which was crispy and flavorful made our expectations to be high.

CRISPY GOLDEN OATS a flavourful cereal topping with aromatic curry leaves, chilli padi and tofu’s crispy in exterior with its silky-soft insides. CRISPY MANGO TAMARIND TOFU ROLL is a beancurd roll drizzled with perfectly blended tangy Thai tamarind sauce. THAI SWEET and SOUR DELIGHT is a deep-fried soya-based “meat” and pineapples stir-fried in a refreshing tangy sauce. The “meat” has a crisp exterior and a chewy texture. 5-SPICE NGOR HIANG ROLL is the heritage Peranakan roll served with traditional sweet sauce dip. CRISPY EGGPLANT DELIGHT – eggplant fried in golden brown and tossed with salt & pepper seasoning. PENANG RENDANG is a dish comprises shiitake mushrooms slow-cooked with Peranakan-style dry curry. ASSAM PEDAS VEGETABLES this is one of the signature Peranakan dish is prepared with ingredients like tamarind, galangal, ginger flower and vegetables.

House-Brewed refreshing drinks like Lemongrass hot, Roselle hot, Red Dates hot, Fizzy Passion Fruit. Meal isn’t complete without rice, we paired our dishes with Whole Earth’s SIGNATURE OLIVE RICE and White rice. Warm welcoming and friendly staffs. Cozy and spacious atmosphere to eat, chitchat and enjoy the meal with our loved once.

3. With a modern look, and an elegant ambience, the only thing Whole Earth needs to do is to get the food right and it does so with aplomb! As a self-confessed carnivore, a meal without meat can sometimes feel lacking, but that issue was not present at all here. The soup was light yet flavour-packed, the olive rice is indeed a must-try, and the rendang is rich and aromatic. Would wholeheartedly recommend that you give this place a shot 🤤

4. Cultivate Cafe

Cultivate Cafe is a delightful Chinatown vegetarian cafe, offering an entirely vegan and gluten-free menu. Its decor, reminiscent of an old school British pub with dark wood and leather accents, creates a cosy yet elegant ambiance. The menu features a diverse array of dishes, from pad Thai to vegan caviar, each presented with artistic flair. The food is not only delicious but also leaves you feeling satisfied. Exceptional service from staff like Honey, Pearl, and Rozie enhances the dining experience, making Cultivate Cafe a must-visit for nutritious and mood-boosting meals.

Business Reviews:

1. Best plant based restaurant in town. The food is beyond delicious and good for you. Amazing service done by Honey, she made the experience that much better by her recommendation and hospitality. Absolute compliment to the chef (shevad I believe is his name) might be the most delicious meal we had in Singapore.

2. Cultivate Cafe is quite the surprise. I was expecting a casual vegan cafe but it was actually a pretty swanky hotel lobby cafe serving all vegan and gluten free food. The decor is stunning, similar almost to an old school British pub with lots of dark wood and leather. The food is a bit of everything from all over. From pad Thai to pizza to vegan caviar. Everything is tasty and best of all it leaves you feeling fantastic after. This is a great place to eat if you are needing a nutritious meal to boost your mood.

3. Almost nothing to nitpick of! A restaurant / cafe with very Beautiful interiors. Food is amazing, and presented like artwork. We like all the dishes that we ordered! Service is top notch, the staffs that attended to our table were really friendly! Thanks for making us feel like home here Pearl, Honey and Rozie!