Pure Lotus Vegetarian
Price guide: Mid-range
12 Nongzhanguan South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
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expert-rated restaurants in Beijing- Recommended for:
- Culture vultures, Families with teenagers, Mature travellers, Education, Relaxation
Expert review of Pure Lotus Vegetarian
Marvellously tasty mock-meat in a serene, Zen-like environment.
A bevy of Buddhist monks operate this marvellous restaurant where you can eat dishes that look and taste remarkably like fish, rabbit or beef, but contain… wait for it … no fish, rabbit or beef. It’s all bafflingly delicious and healthy. And for vegetarians unable to partake in Beijing’s delicious signature roast duck. Well, you can here. Sort of.
Food and drink:
If you are vegetarian, you might well be put off by the idea of eating mock meat. Fear not, the tofu-centric menu has enough fresh, zingy dishes and beautifully presented Chinese classics to keep you distracted. Conversely, meat-lovers really will be wowed by just how spare rib-y the tofu spare ribs are.
Recommended dishes:
Serene décor, low lights and soothing music imparts a spa-like atmosphere. Servers sprinkle rose water on your hands on entering.
Ambience:
Good levels of English from the efficient, welcoming servers.
Service:
Close to Tuanjiehu subway stop (Line 10), or a 10-15 minute walk east from Sanlitun Village.
Location:
Steer clear from the massively overpriced tea if you want to keep costs respectable. Expect to pay upwards of 150 RMB per person.
Price advice:
There’s a newer branch inside the Lido Holiday Inn, on the way to the airport.
More information on Pure Lotus Vegetarian:
- Price guide:
- Type:
- Restaurant
- Food:
- Chinese, Vegetarian
- Address:
- 12 Nongzhanguan South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
- Telephone:
- +86 10 6592 3627
- Serves:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Opening times:
- Daily 11am-11pm
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Reservations:
- Essential at peak times
