Vegan
Thai
Fast food
Take-out
Asian

Thai casual restaurant opened in 2020. Prepares a variety of dishes including curries, stir fries, noodles, soups, tofu dishes, and more. Some dishes are already made and ready-to serve. Mango sticky rice or durian and deep-fried ice cream for dessert. Lunch special deals. Advertises as fully vegan - please confirm if fully vegan December 2021. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm. Closed Mon.


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51 Reviews

First Review by choccyboy

User261

Points +16

Vegan
21 Feb 2024

Grumpy waiter

The shop was supposed to open at 5pm. The door was still locked and I was let in by a rude and grumpy man. Nothing was set up, I asked if I should sit outside for service and he replied yes. I waited for ten minutes and received no attention, though there were no other customers. I ended up leaving hungry. Just because a place is vegan doesn’t mean we should put up with treatment like this. The cleanliness of the place is questionable as well, looks grotty and could do with a good clean. There were also cigarette butts on the ground.

Pros: Menu looked good but never got to try it

Cons: Service, Cleanliness, Vibe

madelinek

Points +1970

Vegan
01 Feb 2024

yummy&filling

good food that is affordable! staff are the sweetest ever and lots of options (also good gf things as well:)))
nice spot to grab quick lunch/dinner!

Adnan97

Points +22

Vegan
31 Jan 2024

$14 dollar dinner is a steal

Delicious dinner for $14 dollars, I asked the waitress for her recommendations and got the massaman,Thai green and crispy soy all were incredible with the stand out being the massaman.

Pros: The service , The curries , The price

EleanorRuck

Points +415

Vegan
24 Jan 2024

Delicious!

The $14 dinner deal is such a bargain. You get three choices with rice! Yum!

Cewalii

Points +89

Vegan
18 Dec 2023

Yummy but small portions

We ordered the satay stir fry and pad Thai for mains. Both were very good and tasty but left us a little hungry still. We also had the coconut rice which was nicely done, and the fried ice cream for dessert. It uses coconut ice cream and I personally was a little disappointed, good flavour but a bit underwhelming. Overall I found the prices not that great for the serving sizes.

Just FYI for other parents of small children, you can ask for a high chair and they have one that sits on a regular chair.

Pros: Tasty , Nice staff

Cons: Small serves for the price

JuneBugLiv83

Points +120

Vegan
11 Sep 2023

Super affordable deliciousness

We found this place by accident and were so happy. $14 for dinner! Everything was super tasty and it was nice to sit and people watch. Recommend.

Pros: The soy curls, The price, The food

Kyliewood

Points +919

Vegan
27 Aug 2023

You must try the mini dim sims

Had a nice meal here the other night. Following the Buddhist philosophy of no garlic or onion in their dishes the flavours are a bit more subtle but enjoyable and you definitely feel light not heavy after eating. The mini dim sims in the steamer are really good, they’re a must.

veganwatt

Points +42

Vegan
23 Aug 2023

Really good food

We started with the dim sims and steamed bun. Both delicious.
We shared the Pad see ew and the three dish dinner combo (yellow curry, lemongrass curry and crispy soy). All full of flavour, veggies cooked to perfection with steamed rice.
I will definitely come back when on the Gold Coast next time.

Pros: Flavours, Cost, Happy staff

Aloo

Points +6920

Vegan
12 Jun 2023

Wanting to try more

We were only visiting Surfers, so had limited time to try. I am certain this would be a regular haunt if we lived there.

There is a big menu which includes stir fries, spicy curries, fresh dim sims and lot of other items. Or you can select from the bain-marie, three main items (and it's pretty cheap). We had both takeaway and eat in.

Loved the laksa, was so tasty and had lots of veg (as well as mock meat). The spring rolls, with vermicelli inside were also yum, as was the cashew stir fry., The satay chicken was a standout. And the novelty of having fried ice-cream was exciting. The fried ice cream was pastry wrapped rather than batter, and a good choice.

The staff were so lovely. Inside and outdoor seating. They do charge an extra 50c for using cards, instead of cash.

Rosita1988

Points +27

Vegetarian
23 May 2023

Yumm and cheap!

Blossoming Lotus is very reasonably priced. Their fried ice cream is delicious! Highly recommended this restaurant!

JMA

Points +49

Vegan
15 May 2023

Great small vegan eatery

Great food and menu variety

Pros: Food , Friendly , Well priced

AliciaNicole

Points +81

Vegan
28 Apr 2023

Delicious!

All really yummy food!
Loved the satay skewers, fried rice and cashew nut stir fry

Pros: Delicious food, Fast service

AdamDinsdale

Points +70

Vegan
30 Mar 2023

Been here twice!

Had the pad see ew - which was amazing!
The pad Thai is pretty good too!

cassar

Points +34

Vegetarian
30 Mar 2023

Fantastic

Very vibey cafe, they have a $12 lunch special with selections from a window display which are all delicious

petergms

Points +142

Vegetarian
01 Mar 2023

Simple but satisfying

Enjoyed the food here, with typically delicious Thai flavours. While portion sizes were good, I found that all dishes we ordered contained basically the same vegetables, but with different sauces. Tables outside (on the footpath) were at quite an angle, with some risk of things slipping and sliding, though I suppose there's not much the restaurant can do about this. There's very little room to sit inside - perhaps a redesign of the interior to accommodate customers would help. Staff were friendly and helpful. The ambience was pleasant - slightly off the main road, so the vibe of the city was there, but the lane was relatively quiet. Very conveniently located on the tram line.

Updated from previous review on 2023-03-01

AdamHall

Points +54

Vegan
25 Feb 2023

Love this place

Love this little vegan restaurant. My new fav place to eat. Staff are great and love the food

Pros: All vegan , Great menu , Food is awesome

DamianWright

Points +52

Vegan
25 Feb 2023

Amazing food

Delicious food at a good price.

Pros: 100% vegan , Really delicious flavoursome food, Cheap

anna1988

Points +1038

Vegan
22 Feb 2023

Good lunch menu

I love that you can choose your lunch items. Delicious food

KorollMiez

Points +175

Vegan
16 Feb 2023

Food was blant / service staff untrained

We did not really like our food / the green curry did not have much taste - same with the crispy pork belly

Staff was nice but untrained - ordering was a bit chaotic.

RuthSharon

Points +1130

Vegan
05 Feb 2023

All vegan, all delicious

All vegan menu, lots of options and great price. What could go wrong ? Nothing. I’m full and very satisfied. The staff were very sweet, and you can tell they care about their customers.

Pros: All vegan, Allergy friendly , Great price

Cons: Duck curry could use a bit more spice , But otherwise very good

LenaSta

Points +609

Vegan
14 Nov 2022

Delicious and affordable

Went there during lunch time. Only $10 for students for a great meal.

gerrardould

Points +3640

Vegan
15 Oct 2022

100% vegan Thai!

Sensational Thai. Great food. Prompt friendly service.

Pros: Tasty, 100% vegan, Amazing food.

greta.b8

Points +939

Vegan
10 Oct 2022

fab lunch

Food was superb, staff was welcoming, the prices fair and I was served quickly. Totally recommend! If you’re a student, you even get the lunch for $10!!

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Lunch deal $12

@sunflowers

Points +13

Vegetarian
25 Sep 2022

Delightful & Delicious

Stumbled upon this cute little place in Surfer’s Paradise and decided to give it a try. Food was delicious and my ginger & coriander stir-fry was beautifully presented too! Staff were friendly, service was fast & prices were good: $14-$16 for a main course. Highly recommend & would go back again.

Pros: 100% vegan, gluten free, onion & garlic free, Casual, cosy, indoor-outdoor seating, Affordable & delicious, dine in or takeaway

garydodd62

Points +42

Vegan
21 Sep 2022

Delicious Duck and Rice $22 so great value

Very friendly … chef came out and said hello , meal very nice and would recommend for sure

Updated from previous review on 2022-09-21

karmanomnoms

Points +476

Vegan
20 Sep 2022

Plant based in surfers central!

I was so happy to find vegan and onion and garlic free food! There is hardly any vegan food in Cavil Mall area.
The staff at blossoming lotus are very friendly. I had the $14 mixed dinner option, which has 3 varieties plus rice, it was really yummy! I also had a vegan sticky rice dessert and it was yumo! Would eat there again.
Both google maps & apple maps had trouble finding the location (on foot), but it is definitely there (near a Filipino restaurant, across from the tram tracks).

Pros: Heaps of vegan options, All dishes onion & garlic free, Fair priced

vkb007

Points +337

Vegetarian
07 Aug 2022

Vegan in heart of surfers paradise

It's great to have a vegan restaurant in the heart of surfers paradise. The food feels pure... They don't even use onion or garlic. Price is reasonable. Service is quick.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Central location, Reasonably priced




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