Vegan
Take-out
Asian
Vietnamese
Vietnamese restaurant serving pho noodles, fresh spring rolls, mixed vegetable stir-fry vermicelli, pho, and more. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm.
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104 Reviews
First Review by cdnvegan
JoyPamnani
Points +945
Delicious Southeast Asian food, loved their Pandan Coco Mungbean drink - Edit
Visited Saigon Lotus on a recent trip to Toronto. The restaurant is easy to find, near Chinatown and Kensington market.
Read moreThey had lovely southeast Asian food, a fusion of Chinese, Western, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean food.
We ordered steamed rice sheet rolls with wild mushrooms (a dish we call cheung fan back home). Really loved their unique spin on wild mushrooms and the sauce used.
We wanted to try so many dishes, and we found the perfect way to do that by ordering Combo 2 (green curry tofu, lemongrass tofu-setian and grilled eggplant). It also came with kimchi and soup. A few dishes can be spicy. Better speak to the staff to let them know your preference beforehand.
Finally, my favourite part. The drink. I had never heard of a Pandan Coco Mungbean drink. And I was wondering why it took so much time to come to our table. But it was worth the wait. An aromatic blend of coconut and pandan crushed with ice and not too sweet. Perfect for a hot summer day.
Pros: Delicious food , Friendly staff, Variety of options
Cons: Relatively smaller portions
Guest
josiepotatoe
Points +220
AMAZING food - Edit
the atmosphere is so calming and peaceful, with incense and buddha statue. the food was INCREDIBLE!! and its all vegan!!
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soygal
Points +42
Fed the soul - Edit
This is a beautiful restaurant with amazing food. I had their pho and my mom had their golden curry soup. The manager, Kim, was so helpful and kind. 10/10!!
Read morePros: Golden curry soup!!!, Pho!, Awesome service!
Cons: None!
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SLCVeganista
Points +109
Saigon Lotus - Edit
We came here on a last minute change of plans for vegan eateries. Our Lyft driver dropped us off at another vegan place, but the atmosphere there was really loud and had a feeling of exclusivity, so we ended up at Saigon Lotus instead. We are glad we did! Their food is amazing with HUGE portions & very affordable! My husband accidentally ordered a soup that was way too spicy for him and they were very accommodating to replace it with something else.
Read morePros: Within walking distance of where we were staying, Huge portions!, All vegan! GF options available upon asking.
Cons: Some items are very spicy (ok for some but not me)
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BeachwoodVegan
Points +32
Delicious food - Edit
As good as the original, non-Vegan dishes, per my lunch partner, the food was absolutely delicious and plentiful. I would definitely go back!
Read morePros: Food, Service, Price
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Brycew
Points +1757
Awesome Vietnamese Food - Edit
It’s kind of a dive, but the food is beyond compare. Loved all the flavors. Suggest ordering the steamed rice mushroom rolls!
Read morePros: Friendly, Delicious, Fresh
Cons: Fee to pay by credit card
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peggi
Points +69
Delicious and fun space - Edit
I loved my meal and so did my non vegan but vegan willing husband
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maulydaft
Points +694
Best Vietnamese in T.O.? - Edit
I'm not sure how this place never got a review from me. I've been mildly addicted for a few years. There's so many options on well priced Bahn mi including meats, lemongrass tofu, fish - they are all good.
Read moreSurprisingly, the thing that got me coming back so many times was the golden curry soup. I'm not a soup person but one cold day I ordered it. I fell in love and have ordered it many times. It's got pumpkin, bread fruit, basil, taro, plantain... it's just so good.
4 stars and not 5 because of all the times I've had to wait. I wait a lot here, I've seen other people wait a lot. Some people walk out. Don't order the Pandam Coco Mungbean in particular because you'll have to wait 20 min, even if you don't order anything else. (It's very good though!)
Pros: Everything I've had on the menu rocks, fresh tasting, variety
Cons: Wait times for takeout
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Waylander
Points +36
Some good food here - Edit
I've been here twice and found the food good, but not as great as people rave about. Both times I went with non-vegans and they were more impressed than I was. Maybe it was simply the items I ordered that were a miss.
Read moreTheir spring rolls may be the best I've ever had though.
I have to say though, having to scan a QR code for the menu was annoying, especially when going with older people.
Still, a lot of dishes I would like to try if I ever do go back.
SLCVeganista
Scanning a QR code is optional; they have a big physical menu with lots of laminated pages now-we went on 17 June 2025.
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shaiguy90
Points +94
Omg their soup - Edit
I’ve literally been craving their Bún Bò Huế ever since I had it last week. So friggen good. If I lived in Toronto I’d go here every week at least.
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yutoad
Points +143
Can’t go wrong with Viet food - Edit
Never disappoints, so many options, my favourites are their #11 Steamed Rice Rolls w/ Fresh Wild Mushrooms and their #33 Crispy Vegan Egg Noodle, all to die for, so many menu items I haven’t even had, yet being there over 10 times
Read morePros: The sky painted on the ceiling, beautiful clouds, Great atmosphere , So much to choose from
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Kwr_
Points +1978
Delicious and great value ! - Edit
This place is on Billy Eilish’s vegan restaurant list and I can see why!! So good! Great value for money too! The lemongrass pad Thai with bbq “meat” was amazing. And my friend loved the lemongrass tofu seitan bowl. They were similar but both delicious !
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krchow
Points +150
Excellent flavours and value - Edit
Saigon Lotus was recommended to us by a Toronto local and we were pleased to find the time to make it for a late lunch. The menu is extensive (maybe too extensive!), the flavours are excellent, and the portion sizes are excellent value. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area. Our favourites were the Yam Tempura Salad Roll and the BBQ Vegan Meat (available on many dishes, I had the vermicelli bowl).
Read morePros: Value , Flavours
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Emma_XVX_Omaha
Points +218
Food was Great! - Edit
Really good food! Staff seemed uninterested but we also came between lunch and dinner time. At least there was pretty much no wait.
Read morePros: All vegan!, Great flavors, So many options!
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Ducking7114
Points +170
Good portions - Edit
I tried this place accidentally since we were nearby!! The place was packed and popular which is usually a sign of a good place!
Read moreThe vibe is nice and the decorations are lovely too! My and my partner ordered some spring rolls and golden curry! And it was enough for two people to be full and happy!
The price we spend for both was super low and the food was delicious!! Highly recommend if craving some Vietnamese or Thai cuisines!
Pros: Nice vibe , Delicious food , Great portions
Cons: Not much choice
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veganqueenofqueensnyc
Points +1383
Acceptably Good; NOT Great - Edit
Vermicelli & Mixed Vegetables was the better of the two dishes, the other being the Spciy Lemongrass Tofu Avocado Summer Roll. Neither one was sensational, just sufficiently tasty and satisfying without being too filling. Otherwise, nothing to write home about and barely worth a mention on here, but what the heck.
Read moreP.S. Signs about social distancing and server wearing a face mask were a real turn-off.
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-23
Pros: Tasty and satisfying, Fairly quick preparation
Cons: Cheap and cheesy decor, Lose the social-distancing signs and face mask
craigmc
OMG I have travel and food envy already!
Read moreveganqueenofqueensnyc
@craigmc 🙏✌️🥑
Read moreveganinseattle
You might want to extend some grace to the server. She may be immunocompromised or lives with someone who is and can't risk the possibility of getting Covid. Yes, Covid is still around and killing 500+ people per week in the U.S. according to the CDC. If you were offended, you had the option of leaving prior to ordering.
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Linds62
Points +57
Saigon Lotus - Edit
A calm oasis away from the bustle of Kensington.
Read moreFor my first time eating Vietnamese food, it was a delicious, healthy meal of texture and flavour.
I ordered the combo, which came with rice, kimchi, a bowl of tasty soup broth, and three tofu and seitan dishes, each so different from the other, but equally fantastic.
I will be back again to try more another day....bahn mi is on the list.
Pros: Nice people, fast service, Fabulous food, Lovely atmosphere
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ameliabanner1
Points +322
Beautiful food - Edit
Lovely fresh and healthy food. Very authentic. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: Fresh, Healthy , Lots of choice
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willan83
Points +267
So good I returned - Edit
First visit here I had the lemongrass tofu-seitan banh mi and the bun bo hue. Both delicious. I think they make their own baguettes here and it makes all the difference. I wouldn't get the house iced tea, very sweet. Service was swift and friendly.
Read moreI was starving after going to the art gallery of Ontario, so instead of making my way to fat choi I came back to Saigon Lotus which was nearby. Again went for a banh mi 'starter', this time the bbq meat. Not sure how they do the meat but it had the correct texture. Also went for combo platter 2. Green curry, lemongrass tofu, a baked aubergine, a light veg soup and brown rice with kimchi. Hard to fault anything.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-05
Pros: Varied and substantial menu , Quality taste, Great service
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Seatown_vegan
Points +8907
Wasn’t too fond of this place - Edit
Unfortunately, I did not enjoy this place. I got there about 30 minutes before closing so maybe that had something to do with it. My bun Bo hue just wasn’t good in my opinion. Maybe I have high Vietnamese standards but it was way too oily.
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yingsi
Points +169
Go to restaurant - Edit
This place is amazing. Great good, great portion size, very good value. There are also some reasonably healthy options. The pho (number 19) can have added vegetables to boost nutrition. The desserts are amazing as well.
Read moreA must try
Pros: Good value, Portion size, Healthy options available
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veganstamps
Points +602
Vegan fried rice! - Edit
Their iced thai latte is a MUST TRY! They makw it with oat milk, and it’s delicious. I had the fried rice with vegan egg which I highly recommend as well.
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CrunchySpice
Points +142
Hearty, varied, flavorful - Edit
We ate here late on a Wednesday, and it was bustling. I can see why! The food was very good. Notably, everything in the combo #2 (soup, grilled eggplant, two tofu dishes, kimchi, rice) had distinctly different flavors. The vermicelli was also very good and distinct from everything else.
Read morePortions are very generous.
Food came out not very hot. I'm not sure if that's intentional.
Guest
Powerline
Points +162
Great Pho! - Edit
So happy to have a spot that serves tasty vegan pho. So flavorful!
Read morePros: Meal options, Spacious seating, Friendly staff
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hellohappyvegan
Points +933
Relaxed Atmosphere + Good Food! - Edit
Saigon Lotus stands out as a gem, offering an expansive vegan menu in a uniquely relaxing atmosphere. My excitement started with the discovery of a vegan version of Thai Iced Tea—a triumph after seven years of veganism. While a bit more vegan condensed milk would have been perfect, the tea was still a delicious treat.
Read moreOpting for the combo to experience a bit of everything, Combo 1 featured: Sweet & Sour Crispy Tofu, BBQ Vegan Meat, Caramel Tofu-Seitan, White Rice, Bok Choy, and Soup. The combination was both satisfying and showcased a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
The standout was the Sweet & Sour Crispy Tofu, surprising my taste buds with its burst of flavors. Caramel Tofu-Seitan followed, embellished with grill marks and topped with shredded mango—an inventive touch that elevated the dish.
The soup, though a bit heavy on onions and salt, remained tasty. While the BBQ Vegan Meat boasted decent flavors, its chewy texture landed it at the bottom of my list. Perfectly cooked rice and a side of bok choy rounded off the meal.
Saigon Lotus pleasantly surprised me with its reasonably priced offerings, adding to the overall positive experience. I highly recommend exploring this for a fun and tasty vegan meal.
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Pros: reasonably priced, relaxing atmosphere, kind service
Cons: service was on the slower side
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Elilybee
Points +46
Nice vegan banh mi - Edit
Lots of different vegan options. I went for the banh mi and it was delicious
Read morePros: Cheap
Guest
ToCJ
Points +33
Some of the Best Food in Kensington Market - Edit
I often go here with some of my close friends when we're in Kensington market. There's a great variety of dishes on the menu, so picky eaters are likely to find something. I absolutely love their pho.
Read morePros: Big portions, Beautiful interior
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