Buddha Bodai 佛菩提素菜

Top of the line , and most recommended, is the "whole lobster " spinach torso, asparagus legs, and a tail composed of shredded tofu textured like lobster meat , though falling short of it in flavor. Read more

Chinese vegetarian kosher dim-sum. Only in NY. Very tasty. They did seat us with other people so be advised if you're a privacy freak. Fair amount of soy substitute too if you care. Highly recommended

Best eat in Chinatown. Offer traditional dishes - if the waiter says they don't recommend a dish for you, heed their advice unless you're familiar with the cuisine. Delicious, friendly , affordable .

What a gem - delicious food, affordable , elegant, and clean . Easily Top 3 Dim Sum in Chinatown. Strongly recommend the House Special Congee and Pan Fried Dumplings (although everything was superb)

The veggie rib substitute is excellent. Also to avoid carb overload order a plate of vegetables from the bigger menu like the sautéed watercress .

Come for dim sum , not dinner . The bbq veg meat is spot on - authentic flavor and convincing texture. They were attentive to my friend’s peanut allergy and told us what dishes contained peanut oil .

We could've sworn we were actually eating pork-filled dumplings when we came here. This vegetarian dim sum restaurant is totally legit, even to the meat lovers among us.

Looking to accommodate some vegetarians ? Buddha Bodai serves up a tasty number of dishes, and does an excellent dim sum (pan fried turnip cake , BBQ "pork ", and congee ) as well .

must get: watercress dumplings , bbq pork rice roll , fried taro , radish cake , and the congee is pretty good

In Main Street's smorgasbord of Chinese restaurants , this joint is unique, offering an entirely vegetarian menu , with meatless renditions of congee , steamed dumplings , & bean curd Sichuan-style. Read more

The best. Dim Sum til 3:30p, gluten free available/kosher/vegetarian. Watercress Dumplings , Bee Chi and Spinach Rice Roll , Fried Taro Custard or Turnip Cake , Sweet Tapioca or Coconut Dumplings .

Tried a little of everything. The #bonelessroastpork looks, tastes, and smells the same as actual roast pork . Definitely try the #vegetarianmeat. You won't be disappointed.

Vegan dim sum !!! ???? the taro cakes are the best (comparing both vegan and non vegan spots). Save room for coconut pudding !

Love this spot. If you are a vegetarian or vegan who loves chinese - you'll be amazed with their variety of dishes to choose from.

All serious vegetarian spot. It's really good! Gotta flag down for services like any Chinatown restaurant . My friend, a vegetarian was speechless at how big there selection was for vegetarians .

If you are a vegetarian or vegan , you must try this place. Although there are NO meat dishes, most non-vegetarians can find a lot of good items too.

Best vegan/vegetarian/ kosher restaurant in the city !!! Really good dim-sum dishes too!! The staff is very nice and attentive been going here for decades!

Meatless BBQ was great, as were the kabocha pastries .

I love the mango pudding !!!! And the service!!!!!!!!!... oh and the actual food. My friends are always intrigued by the sweet and sour ribs . Get them with fried milk !

Seriously good vegetarian dim sum . Get the turnip cake , fried eggplant , rice rolls ... really, you can't go wrong with anything here.

2 of the smalls is more than enough for 1 person. Watercress dumplings are great, but ask for a dipping sauce too

Veg BBQ meat looks and tastes just like char siu but without the fat!

Agreed great veg food. Dinner a bit high but worth the cost. Had sweet n sour beef and texture was nice and smooth and very flavorful. Highly recommend you try the dish if you like it sweet n saucy.

Vegan / vegetarian options are amazing, tastes so authentic that I was honestly scared for a sec it was real meat

Lunch specials are great and well priced!

My wife, a devoted customer, worked with Kent, the owner, to develop a gluten-free menu. Try the GF Mixed Veg Meat w Basil in Taro Bowl! And ask for GF tamari, avail upon request, with GF dim sum .

Loved the pan fried turnip cake , and the fried “oysters ” were surprisingly good and “real”

Among the best zha leung (creuller in rice noodle ) in town . No spring onion , but a spiced soy sauce is used. One order has lots! Also great: fake cha siu (BBQ pork ) and 3 mushroom noodles .

I am a regular to this place . I really need to know - Why the hell is it rated less than 9 in FourSquare!

Hands down best tofu you can get in the neighborhood . Get the Braised Soybean Skin (红烧豆包).

Shark fin dumplings delicious (shark alternative )

Big menu of Chinese vegetarian food . Flavor is not bad but the only dish I would call delicious is the sautéed pea pod tips.

I'm so surprised at what began alternatives can make. The sample meat platter is legit

Incredible food. Make sure to try to spicy laksa soup for a blast of flavor!

Family style so big portions . Be prepared to share or take half home

Try the mixed vegetables and glass noodle in casserole . It's a flavorful and savory dish that is sure to delight. Comes in a mini ironwok.

The five color (?) appetizer is fantastic. Barbecued meat is great for lunch too.

Two things to know: the vegetable fried rice has ginger and the Thai style sautéed noodles have faux ham ; in case you wanted to avoid either. :)

Very surprising how delicious it was. The mock meat is quite delicious!

Great, quick lunch special .

Their sesame veggie beef is better than most of the sesame real beef I've ever tried.

Wide variety of mock meats . Excellent culinary magic

Pan fried dumplings , watercress dumplings , and BBQ pork (vegetarian )

i really like meat, but i enjoyed their fake meat. great veggie restaurant for a carnivore looking to branch out.

Vegetarian BBQ pork and black pepper chicken are great - coming from a meat eater.

Wayyyy better than Vegetarian Dim Sum House . Better service. Better food. Better atmosphere. This is my go to dim sum place in NYC.

Very nice place! Good food, fast service . Pay a visit!

Amazing vegetarian food . Meal comes with pu-er tea

Best curry laksa I've ever had.

This place is wild with vegetarian Chinese food . Try the duck - yummmm