Vegan
Take-out
Asian
Vietnamese
Vietnamese restaurant serving pho noodles, fresh spring rolls, mixed vegetable stir-fry vermicelli, pho, and more. Reported fully vegan January 2022. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm.
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93 Reviews
First Review by cdnvegan
krchow
Points +142
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 +208
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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dylan974
Points +136
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 +1297
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 +290
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 +239
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 +7802
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 +90
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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vegantravelerfinds
Points +539
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 +126
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.
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Powerline
Points +140
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
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villain
Points +8193
Probably good - Edit
They brought us hot tea at the start of the meal, which was lovely. Unfortunately, I didn't get to try the food here since I randomly had a seizure right before they came to take the order, but they were really friendly and kept asking if I was okay and offering things.
Read moreI want to come back when I can actually eat there lol
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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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tomflynnyyc
Points +69
Great Vietnamese food - Edit
Really nice vegan Vietnamese restaurant. I tried the Pho which was delicious, and the service and ambience here is awesome too. Highly recommend.
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HemaN.
Points +46
Delicious meal! - Edit
Had a great time at Saigon Lotus, had the spicy lemongrass Vermicelli bowl and the flavours were amazing! I got two meals out of one dish, so it was very much worth the price.
Read morePros: Taste, the complex flavours were great. , Texture, there were many interesting textures, Orange water was served, complimentary
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lobotomylover69
Points +142
Give it a thai - Edit
What a little gem! It's in a great location next to a really cool street. The food is really good with great attention to dietary issues (gluten). There was great variety of things I wanted to try. We got the number 1 combo which included a caramel colored tofu, sweet and sour tofu (we doubled up because the bbq had gluten), rice with kimchi, and a soup which was 17. It was perfect for 2 people who weren't that hungry but it would be a good portion for 1 very hungry person. I got a thai for 6 (or 5 but I forget) and my spouse got a basil halva nut drink for 6 which were both very good. I would have loved to try dessert or even more of the food!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-30
Pros: Perfect portions, Various varieties , Tasty tofu
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ElissaBVegan
Points +2763
All-Vegan and Delicious - Edit
My husband and I loved this place - so much so that we plan to go back again tomorrow for lunch and then order bahn mi sandwiches to take with us on the plane for our evening flight home. We were crazy about the scrumptious Spicy Lemongrass Tofu Avocado fresh rolls - so flavorful! We also enjoyed the Spicy Green Curry Mixed Veggies, Tofu Seitan and Grilled Eggplant.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Everything we had was delicious , Friendly staff and nice atmosphere
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LisaSpykers
Points +7620
Yummy bahn mi - Edit
We ordered take away fish bahn mi and butter chicken poutine (more like curry with chips).
Read moreSolid flavors in both dishes. I especially liked the bahn mi although there was barely any cilantro in it. The prices are reasonable too. 4.5
Updated from previous review on 2023-09-13
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prettyvegan
Points +34
Delicious food with cheap prices - Edit
Dreamy interior indoors. Great for a date night. It's lively too.
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veghead007
Points +248
Really great food - Edit
Loved the food and dining experience. We came here for lunch while enjoying the art museum of Ontario. Highly recommend
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plantsforlife
Points +273
It's a Dream! - Edit
As someone who is vegan and Vietnamese, it is really a dream to be able to go to an all vegan Vietnamese restaurant. Everything we tried was delicious, fresh and flavourful, especially the dumplings and pho. There were other items we wanted to try, but couldn't physically do it ...but we will be back! We wished we lived near here so we could eat there weekly. The owners are Vietnamese and when we visited, they were doing a fundraiser to support one of Thich Nhat Hanh's retreats in California.
Read morePros: All vegan., Authentic Viet food, fresh and flavourful, Very reasonably priced
Cons: The restaurant could use an interior re-design!
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MikeWigmore
Points +327
Pad Thai Perfection - Edit
The pad Thai with bbq meat is such a great combo!
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wearetjb
Points +207
Lovely service - Edit
Really friendly and great food. I had my first bubble tea. Finally somewhere serving them as vegan! The food was great. Huge portions. Amazing mushrooms.
Read morePros: Friendly , Large portion, Bubble tea
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rogerluis
Points +205
Delicious Lemongrass flavors - Edit
Tried lemongrass pad thai and pho, pretty big portions. The place is nicely decorated.
Read morePros: Fully Vegan, Large servings, Peaceful place
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