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Welcome To Lucky Vegetarian
Lucky Vegetarian, located in Brooklyn, NY, is a delightful haven for those seeking 100% vegetarian Chinese cuisine. Nestled discreetly beneath a Buddhist temple, it greets diners with a warm ambiance and impeccable service. The menu boasts a variety of meticulously crafted dishes that replicate beloved meat options using fresh vegetables and tofu, ensuring a satisfying experience for every palate. Signature items like the roast duck and roast pork made from seitan are highly recommended. Customers rave about the generous portions and reasonable prices. Despite a lack of soda offerings, the focus on quality and flavor here makes dining at Lucky Vegetarian a truly memorable experience.
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About
Lucky Vegetarian
Welcome to Lucky Vegetarian, a hidden culinary gem tucked away in the basement of a serene Buddhist temple at 5101 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220. This delightful vegetarian restaurant invites you to indulge in a world of flavors where every dish is crafted from fresh vegetables and hearty tofu, ensuring a vibrant dining experience without any meat products. Though the entrance may resemble an old phone booth, stepping inside reveals a clean, inviting atmosphere that sets the stage for culinary exploration.
Lucky Vegetarian has garnered rave reviews for its remarkable ability to recreate classic meat dishes using 100% plant-based ingredients. Customers like Boo Boo express their love for dishes such as the roast duck and roast pork, which are inventive takes on traditional favorites made from seitan. Dishes like stewed eggplant clay pot and Korean Veg sliced fish with bean curd clay pot showcase the restaurant's commitment to flavor and presentation. Each plate is a feast for the eyes and the palate, enticing both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.
The restaurant doesn’t just serve delicious food but also boasts impeccable customer service, as highlighted by frequent patrons like Chaturbhuj bhojwani and Hitangee Jain. They describe attentive staff who are eager to answer any questions about the extensive menu, creating a welcoming and informative dining atmosphere. You'll be greeted with complimentary hot tea and roasted peanuts, setting a warm tone for your meal. The prices are also reasonable, making it an excellent choice for both casual diners and those celebrating special occasions.
However, it’s worth noting that Lucky Vegetarian does not serve any soda beverages, which may come as a surprise to some. Instead, refreshing water complements the vibrant meals perfectly, keeping the focus solely on the flavors of the dishes.
As Eva puts it, Lucky Vegetarian is truly a "5-star vegetarian find." From the simplicity of its decor to the aromatic ambiance, every visit promises a unique experience. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious lunch deal or a multi-course dinner adventure, you can count on Lucky Vegetarian to deliver flavors that will leave you coming back for more.
If you’re searching for a delightful vegetarian restaurant that breaks the mold and redefines how plant-based cuisine can be presented, come explore the culinary magic of Lucky Vegetarian. Your taste buds will thank you!
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“ One of the best Chinese Vegetarian restaurants. We ordered 5 dishes everything made with fresh vegetables and Tofu. Excellent customer service, Only thing I did not like they don't serve Coke or Pepsi any kind of soda beverages, only water here. Everything was reasonable priced. ”
“ This is my favorite new restaurant. It's 100% vegetarian but everything you order tastes and looks like the meat it is meant to duplicate. Everything is delicious! I recommend the roast duck and roast pork, which is actually seitan! ”
“ Hidden gem! Literally hidden, from outside looks like a old phone booth, but once you get downstairs it’s very nice and clean! The food was absolutely amazing, plenty of seating and menu options for vegetarians!! The service was absolutely great, the food came out quickly and we all enjoyed it! I highly recommend this place! ”
“ This is a 5 star vegetarian find. The restaurant is entered through an enclosure that looks like a big phone booth. To access it, you go into the enclosure & down a steep flight of stairs. Hold onto the handrail. It was about 7pm & smelled of incense when we entered. We were quickly greeted with menus, then a pot of hot tea, chopsticks & and small bowl of roasted peanuts were brought to the table. The hostess answered any questions we had. We decided on stewed eggplant clay pot and Korean Veg sliced fish with bean curd clay pot. It was not clay pot like I enjoyed in Hunan with rice in bottom of pot. We had to ask for white rice. We had to ask if entire menu was vegetarian because it referred to meat dishes but we were assured that it was 100% vegetables. 30.50 total for our 2 dinner meals, plus tip. The only other table was done shortly after we arrived but a table of 8 came in before we left & we could see an amazing multi course meal being served. The following day, I walked past it again & realized it was in basement of Buddhist Temple! No wonder we saw Buddhist Nun coming in & out of restaurant. If you are looking for 100% vegetarian meal, try it. It was clean with a simple decor. They have a nice deal for lunch with entree, soup, rice for 8.50 from 11am-3:30pm. ”
“ They have amazing service. Fluent in English and Chinese. Food was stellar, portions are huge for price. And fully vegetarian places are usually super expensive or the food doesn’t hit. I highly highly recommend this place. I KNOW what ur thinking. It looks weird, it’s in a basement. It’s SO CLEAN and set up so nice inside. Please give it a try!! I literally didn’t go in because i judged it by the door and the basement thing as well but 10/10 food 10/10 cleanliness. Try it you will not regret it. ”
“ Love this lower level vegetarian restaurant. Lots of seating and space for large groups!! Went here once for take out and since been back 2x times.. bringing several groups of friends to dine. There are many vegetarian options and interesting new dishes to try. Looking forward to trying new things on my next visit ”
“ Delicious vegetarian food! The fried rice noodles are full of layers of flavor, and the tofu hot pot is perfect for cold weather. Best of all, it’s quite affordable. Highly recommended! ”
“ If you are looking for some different dishes to the ones you can get at typical Chinese restaurants, you should try this place. Although they do have some typical dishes, they also have dishes that are not found in other Chinese vegetarian restaurants. The portions and prices are better compared to Bodhi Village in Flushing. Be aware that they close earlier than most places at 8pm, and may close even earlier if there are no customers. We got there about 15 minutes before closing with only one customer still there, and they were happy to serve us. Definitely want to go back, but it is near the southwest corner of Brooklyn and takes close to an hour to get there from Flushing Queens. ”