Vegan
Beer/Wine
Asian
Vietnamese
Gluten-free
Vietnamese restaurant, opened Jun 2015. Inexpensive lunch comes with main dish plus a spring roll or summer roll. Aug 2021 reported to have stopped offering honey and dairy milk for drinks. Companion animal friendly. Open Mon-Fri 12:00-21:30, Sat-Sun 13:00-21:30.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Cash only
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 23 Jun 2025 by _the_kangaroo_
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314 Reviews
First Review by Tschiep
Miggi
Points +2705
Vegan Vietnamese food - Edit
We went on a Saturday evening and it was incredibly busy - which on one hand is really great, as we passed several carnivorous Vietnamese restaurants that were pretty much empty, while this vegan one was full - but it made service slow. The staff were friendly, just rushed off their feet.
Read moreWe found some of the food a bit bland for our tastes - some optional chillis and spicy sauce on the side to add if wanted would have been very welcome.
The banh xeo was delicious - served as a big open pancake with tofu, seitan, fried onions and herby salad leaves. It was pretty big and filling although listed as a small dish.
The Summer rolls were OK, would've been nice to have a richer and spicier sauce.
We also tried a noodle salad (tasty but the glass noodles were an odd texture) and a coconut curry with rice, which was really nice.
Funky modern interior and some seating outdoors under a canopy and hanging lanterns.
About £20 each including beer.
Pros: Vegan food
Cons: Very busy - slow service
Guest
AlexeSt-Cyr
Points +95
Tasty food, good prices - Edit
My boyfriend and I ate there on a Tuesday afternoon so we got to try the lunch specials. For 6,90€, you get an entree and a main. We chose the spring roll as an entree and it was average (the peanut sauce was so watery it almost didn't taste like peanuts). Fortunately, our meals were super tasty. The service was fast (there wasn't many people in the restaurant at that time), the portions were big and the decor was beautiful. The only reason why I didn't give it five stars is the attitude from our waitress. She wasn't rude at all, but a smile or a friendly attitude would have been appreciated.
Read morePros: Food, Decor, Fast service
Cons: Not super friendly staff
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Laceface
Points +367
delicious! - Edit
I got 55 I believe -the coconut curry and it was amazing!
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ItamarLevy
Points +23
Excellent! - Edit
Huge variety, beautiful and tasty dishes and Ok prices. We are in Berlin for a week and will return to eat again, it was that good!
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cafeymantras
Points +552
Quite good - Edit
Food was good and the place is really nice. Still...it took ages to get our food and when we did, it was already cold. You can find better places in Berlin, still...not bad!
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HappyNatasha
Points +260
OK but not great - Edit
My husband and I went there at lunchtime during the week. The restaurant was packed and it was extremely noisy, not only because of the people (and the poor noise insulation) but also because of the music on top! So I would not recommend going there if you want to have a quiet and relaxing dinner.
Read moreHaving said that, it's a nice place and the menu offers a range of options.
There is a lunchtime special so for 6,50 euros you can get a main + a roll or a soup or a jasmin tea. Both my husband and I went for the lunchtime menu but were not impressed by our dish. It wasn't bad, but not particularly tasty either. The portions were very generous though, as it is often the case in places serving Asian food in my experience.
The staff was pleasant but not particularly warm and friendly and the service was very slow- poor waiters, they were running around, there was clearly not enough staff for such a busy lunchtime hour.
Overall, it wasn't a bad experience but I would not necessarily go back there, unless I was in the area and that was the only option.
Updated from previous review on 2017-02-16
Pros: Cheap lunchtime menu, Nice place
Cons: Not particularly tasty, Slow service
Guest
Animotek78
Points +511
very rude and disappointing - Edit
the waiters are extreemly rude and slow.
Read morethey don't serve tap water at all.
the dumpling soup.was nice but too snall for a,5 euro dish.
The summer rolls where dull.
The food is OK but exspansive and in general better to avoid.
Pros: all is vegan
Cons: rude crew
Guest
CiaraD
Points +50
favourite place - Edit
I was sad to see the cafe that used to reside in this spot go, but could not have been happier with what it was replaced by!! delicious, affordable, vegan food that is served quickly by lovely staff in a sleek, and tastefully decorated venue. It ticks all the boxes as far as taste, value for money and comfort are concerned. All my non - vegan friends happily come along to eat here and have even had a craving for a meal from soy despite their hesitance to vegan food. They also have an excellent lunch deal. If you haven't already been: GO GO GO!!!
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Greyskies
Points +243
Very Popular Restaurant with good atmosphere - Edit
I felt we were lucky to get into Soy as on a Monday night it was still busy.
Read moreI felt the food was really tasty, not too hot but flavourful.
The portions were a good size and beautifully presented.
And delicious desserts too.
Updated from previous review on 2016-10-17
Pros: Vegan vietnamese desserts, Lovely food, Good Atmosphere
Guest
Toast and Avocado
Points +404
Fair - Edit
The food is ok, it is not that tasty considering the price.
Read moreI am totally confused regarding its vegan status. When we visited it earlier in the year, I was lead to believe that it was 100% vegan, but now reading some reviews, it seems that they are in fact not???
There are other vegan Vietnamese options in Berlin, that I prefer. But its fine, if you are in the area.
Pros: Lunch specials are a cheaper option , mostly vegan?, nice atmosphere for meeting up with friends
Cons: Confused about its 'vegan' status, Staff not overly enthusiastic
Guest
MiriFenske
Points +569
I dream of this food every night! - Edit
I would really drive 4 hours to Berlin JUST BECAUSE OF THIS FOOD ? The best Asian food I've ever eaten! wowowow, fantastic
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tsuminyaa
Points +325
Lovely restaurant close to Alexanderplatz - Edit
Me and my boyfriend went to eat at Soy because we were just around Alexanderplatz when our tummies decided to play their songs. It was a short walk but we could have also taken the U-Bahn.
Read moreThe price of their food was expected, nothing too much and also not really the cheapest.
We got some strawberry lemonade, spring rolls and both of us some different styles of noodles. The spring rolls were really tasty but a bit on the oilier side. The noodles were awesome, but it was a shame that I ordered those funny glass noodles (never had them before), which are a bit chewy and I just didn't like it that much. The taste was amazing tho.
Pros: Good ambient, Tasty
Cons: The staff takes a while, Not the cheapest
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maren
Points +185
Really liked this one - Edit
Nice place to sit outside. Everything doesn't just look nice, it tastes really good.
Read morePros: Nice and friendly staff. , Really good and fresh food., Good prices.
Cons: The food could be a bit more spicy.
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aralen_1
Points +28
Well cooked but lacks spices - Edit
Well cooked but lacks spices.
Read moreSummer rolls were bland.
Pros: Fresh
Cons: Bland
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englishrose
Points +40
Soy delicious - Edit
Really cheap and yummy place to eat. You can get a really filling soup for as little as €4 (I say soup, but there are plenty of solid dumplings/veggies in there!)
Read morePros: Good food, Cheap
Cons: None
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HollyP
Points +42
Good food & nice atmosphere - Edit
Really nice food and well marked menu. We ordered the spring rolls, coconut soup, fried tofu, a fried noodle dish and the pho. All the food was good especially the coconut soup and fried noodle dish...unfortunately the pho was lacking flavour but it still had quite a good broth. Good drinks as well!
Read morePros: Tasty food and drinks, Nice atmosphere , Clearly marked menu
Cons: Some foods lacked flavour
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purplehedgehog
Points +114
Absolutely Fantastic! - Edit
I really can't speak highly enough of Soy.
Read moreDelicious food, beautifully presented, clearly labelled menu, friendly staff and a chilled atmosphere.
I went there twice during my stay in Berlin and both meals were great!
Pros: Delicious food, Good value, Clearly labelled menu
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Tank242
Points +1591
simply 'wow'! - Edit
After having read NotBuyingIt!'s review I was not sure if we are talking about the same restaurant.
Read moreI have tried 2 dishes+starters in march, it seemed family run and thriving, so I assume the place did not change that much during the last three months.
I really like vietnames food and I have to say that the menue looks great, even greater knowing that everything is vegan.
My choice was Cha Ca, Seaweed wrapped round marinated Tofu and mushrooms,
with tomatoes, zucchini, dill & spring onions.
Refined with lemongrass and galangal and it was awesome. I do not remember the choice of my colleague, but hers was tasty as well...
Soy is definitely worth a visit, so give it a go!
Guest
Kyttiara
Points +1160
Really tasty! - Edit
I went to soy because I love Vietnamese food, and I was not disappointed! The menu is all vegan appart for some drinks that are made with milk and honey, but you can ask for a vegan version.
Read moreThe tofu dishes are really nice, and the portion was perfect. They do not use glutamate which is great!Everything was well-cooked and well-seasoned. I'll definitely go there again!
Check your bill before you go because they made some mistakes on mine
Pros: super tasty food, The place is cosy
Cons: a bit dark in the evening, the staff is not the most friendly
Guest
NotBuyingIt!
Points +211
Those photos look amazing - but that's all. - Edit
I saw all the photos of what looks like amazing food, read all of these amazing reviews, so I rushed down to the place to try it and only confirmed the one or two negative reviews I've read on google. What a letdown! This is honestly my first negative review of a restaurant - especially painful to write because they tout themselves as "vegan", even though they are not. Why serve honey and cow's milk when there are perfectly suitable vegan options, especially when you're an Asian restaurant surely familiar with soy milk? Anyway, back to my review- While the ingredients were fresh and the interiors fancy, the food seriously was as bland as most Vietnamese food I've had here in Berlin. I seriously think they've traded in their soy sauce for Maggi - Yes, it's that bad! And the service, not that I'm that type of American who thinks everyone has to smile in your face and bend over backwards (I'm from New York and am used to minimum fakeness - and I actually prefer it that way) ...however, the staff here couldn't be anymore dismissive and slow. A bit expensive when compared to other similar restaurants (Cat Tuong and Rou vegetarian), which actually have better food and service, and not that far away. Will not be going back to Soy. I'm honestly shocked that I'm not allowed to give my sincere review on this place - It does not deserve 2 cows in my opinion -I don't think it's fair for a restaurant to be able to choose the minimum amount of cows (stars) you give it - how dishonest of the establishment :/ Well, if that doesn't tell all. I must say that I'm surprised that Happycow would allow such a thing.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Monday May 16, 2016
Updated from previous review on Monday May 16, 2016
Pros: Nice pictures and reviews, Ingredients look fresh
Cons: Bland and overpriced food, Complete lack of service
o0Carolyn0o
It's Happy Cow, not the restaurant that sets the 2-star minimum of any vegan or vegetarian restaurant.
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veganfoxie
Points +33
Decent food - Edit
If you are there be sure to check the dessert. It was the highlight of our day. Mains are really good too, but I would not go for a lunch option again: it was decent, but nothing special. Be sure to add a few bucks and order something from the menu. The dishes are really special, with awesome flavours.
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Eiro
Points +63
Favorite restaurant of all time! - Edit
Soy is our favorite restaurant, both in Berlin and everywhere else - the food is amazing, the space and decor are very inviting, and the service is outstanding! We always bring our guests here, even the meat-eating ones, and everyone is always astounded. Our favorites are the rice-paper salad and the seaweed salad - both are completely unique end delicious. Every dish has a rich signature flavor! The prices are reasonable and the portions are generous, too. Since its opening Soy became so popular, that I highly recommend making a reservation - especially in the evenings and particularly on weekends!
Read morePros: amazing food, wonderful service, reasonably priced
Cons: crowded on weekend evenings, gets noisy
Guest
JacqMatthews
Points +20
Looking forward to going back - Edit
The staff here were friendly and the service was quick. There's so much to choose from on the menu (the Pho I had was great!) and I found the prices reasonable for the quality of the food and service (about 15 euro for a starter and main). Looking forward to going back to try more!
Read moreI would recommend making a reservation though if you're planning to go at a peak time or have a big group - I only just got a table when I went on a Friday night.
Pros: Great quality, Nice staff, Good value for money
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susieveg
Points +123
fairly fabulous - Edit
vegan gold, trendy decor, authentic flavoursome food.
Read morePros: flavoursome food, wine and beer, cheap
Cons: need to book if you want to go in the evening at a
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Jnnkbln
Points +383
nice food, cheap prices - Edit
nice staff, food was very good, you have to try, nice alternative to chay village
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craigmc
Points +40865
awesome - Edit
I'm always complaining about of an Asian veg place in Scotland, if only I could transport Soy home.
Read morereally cool restaurant with an extensive menu. we share three starters, spring rolls which were spicy, fried dumplings with a sweet chilli sauce and a deep fried tofu in a sweet Soy sauce. it was Ying and yang and the contrasts in food were fantastic.
one huge hotpot, which was like the little porridge pot, just never ending. also had a seitan and tofu dish wrapped in noori. both dishes were so different, yet both so complex in flavours. lots of sweetness, spice and heat. magic.
Pros: just great, that's it.
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Nima
Points +33
Amazing place - Edit
Wonderful food and staff! Very cozy place with a nice atmosphere and cute dogs! Definitely coming back!
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