Vegan
Delivery
Take-out
Asian
Catering
Vietnamese
Est. December 2024. Fully vegan restaurant in the previous Black Pepper Pho location. In addition to pho, serves dumplings, curry, banh mi and more. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:30pm. Closed Tue.
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2770 Pearl St, Ste A (at 30th), Boulder, Colorado, USA, 80302
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 26 Nov 2025 by ThuyS
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Added by Munchi-chi on 05 Dec 2024
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49 Reviews
First Review by Ellenkm
SharonKaplan
Points +22
Vegan Pho for Fabulous - Edit
Great food and service! It was easy, delicious, fast, and pretty good sized portions. I loved everything I tried which was the summer roll, the Banh Mi sandwich and the Lemongrass Tofu Pho. The brownie was great too as well as the Fruit Smoothie! I added my favorite spices to the Pho which made it phenomenal! Love the fresh veggies and noodles in the Pho. The sauce on the Banh Mi was so good! This will be my go-to place whenever I'm in Boulder. Can't wait to go back and try more items! BTW, I never write reviews but I had to for this place, just loved it!
Read morePros: The summer roll dipping sauce was thick & superb!, The roll for the Banh Mi was flaky on the outside!, Love the brownie-just right!
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pikesperk
Points +1301
Nice stop but bland - Edit
A nice find in Boulder. Haven’t had pho in many years. It was okay. Had the spring rolls also. Didn’t like the fake meat. Flavors were a bit bland. Tofu was good.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-03
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VeganDiningQueen
Points +24
I Love This Place! - Edit
Tasty food in a really pleasant setting with plenty of windows and soft lighting in the evening.
Read moreThe waitstaff is friendly and efficient and it’s in a convenient central Boulder location with plenty of parking. The Bolt, Flex, Hop, Bound and 205 bus routes are all nearby.
The food is light and flavorful without being salty or oily. My picky non-vegan friends even like it.
Available proteins for most dishes include seasoned, steamed or fried tofu, a variety of mock meats, and vegan shrimp.
My go tos are the rice paper summer rolls (not fried) with "meatballs", the vermicelli bowl with "chicken", and the banh mi sandwich with "ham". Other dishes I’ve tried including pho were also excellent. Sometimes I order the delicious boba smoothies, brownie, or mango rice dessert.
I'm glad to be able to support a locally-owned small business with delicious, all-vegan food!
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ScottCarman
Points +96
Skip this place - Edit
Very disappointing. The sauces are watery and flavorless (they just taste wet), the space is meh, and the food is mediocre at best. Do yourself a favor and visit literally any other Vietnamese restaurant and order a tofu-based dish and you'll have a much better meal.
Read moreCons: Bland, Watery sauces, Cold when people come in and out
ThuyS
Dear Scott,
Read moreThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. As a local, 100% vegan business, we're truly sorry to hear that your experience fell short, especially regarding the sauces and summer rolls.
We'd like to clarify that the protein in the summer roll is our house-made vegan version of 'nem nuong,' a traditional Vietnamese summer roll filling that translates to 'meatball.' We love them the way they are, but your two star review (the worst you can give on HappyCow for a vegan restaurant) shows they weren't for you. Even though we try our very best day in and day out, you can't please everyone!
We are also very disappointed to hear your sauces were watery. This is not our standard, and we are addressing it with our kitchen team. In the future, please feel free to let your server know immediately—we would have insisted on replacing them with a fresh, properly-made batch for you. We ask our customers that "if something is wrong, let us know. If something is right, let everyone know." Of course not everyone lives by that - in fact, many do the opposite - but as vegans that is a common courtesy to consider in the future if you want to see vegan restaurants in this world.
As for the draft, we sincerely apologize for the discomfort. While we have limited control over that back door area, our staff is always more than happy to reseat you at a more comfortable table. Please just let us know.
We are passionate about providing a high-quality vegan experience, and feedback like yours is crucial for us to improve. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to provide you with the flavorful meal we're known for.
Sincerely,
Lotus Moon
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CaraAnne
Points +187
Toooooooo watery! - Edit
The sauces were mostly water and flavorless.
Read moreThe summer rolls tasted like a burger because they put meatballs in them. Not good.
The chicken dish was good, but only came with a couple bites of vegetables and a mound of rice.
Flavorless sauces. 99% water.
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-30
Pros: Chicken
Cons: Drafty near the back door., Sauces are colored water.
ThuyS
Dear Scott,
Read moreThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. As a local, 100% vegan business, we're truly sorry to hear that your experience fell short, especially regarding the sauces and summer rolls.
We'd like to clarify that the protein in the summer roll is our house-made vegan version of 'nem nuong,' a traditional Vietnamese summer roll filling that translates to 'meatball.' We love them the way they are, but your two star review (the worst you can give on HappyCow for a vegan restaurant) shows they weren't for you. Even though we try our very best day in and day out, you can't please everyone!
We are also very disappointed to hear your sauces were watery. This is not our standard, and we are addressing it with our kitchen team. In the future, please feel free to let your server know immediately—we would have insisted on replacing them with a fresh, properly-made batch for you. We ask our customers that "if something is wrong, let us know. If something is right, let everyone know." Of course not everyone lives by that - in fact, many do the opposite - but as vegans that is a common courtesy to consider in the future if you want to see vegan restaurants in this world.
As for the draft, we sincerely apologize for the discomfort. While we have limited control over that back door area, our staff is always more than happy to reseat you at a more comfortable table. Please just let us know.
We are passionate about providing a high-quality vegan experience, and feedback like yours is crucial for us to improve. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to provide you with the flavorful meal we're known for.
Sincerely,
Lotus Moon
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veganhat
Points +2590
Nothing special - Edit
Not the best Asian food, but the personnel was friendly.
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Squadlid
Points +311
Great but not huge portions - Edit
lemongrass tofu pho was awesome but $15 for a pretty small bowl is a lot.
Read morePros: tasty AF
Cons: expensive
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MadDog
Points +85
I've given up - Edit
Try serving food that tastes good. I have tried many times to have good food there and have gained failed every time
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-30
Pros: Bad food
Cons: Not good
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pindash
Points +13
lovely vegan takeout - Edit
everything was delicious, we got pho and somosas bhan mi , everything came packed so that you can adjust the heat and flavor to your liking
Read morePros: came perfectly packed, delicious and fresh, tasty vegan pho, the fake chicken is so good
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NYCswimmer
Points +1156
A hidden gem for plant-based pho lovers! - Edit
Read moreLotus Moon Vegan Pho delivers a deeply satisfying, flavorful experience that rivals any traditional pho — but entirely plant-based. The broth is rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced, with layers of umami that suggest hours of slow simmering. The rice noodles are always fresh and cooked just right, and the selection of toppings — from tofu to mushrooms to fresh herbs — is generous and vibrant.
The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, and the staff are incredibly kind and attentive. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for a nourishing, soul-warming meal, this place is a must-visit. It’s rare to find vegan pho done so thoughtfully — Lotus Moon has truly perfected it.
Highly recommended for anyone seeking comfort, quality, and a bowl full of heart.
Pros: Chicken drums, Wraps, Lemongrass tofu
Cons: The place is a little too cold from AC.
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forrey
Points +195
Wonderful place - Edit
What a wonderful place! The atmosphere is calm and inviting, staff are extremely friendly, service was lightning fast, and (most importantly), the food was beautiful, creative, and delicious. You absolutely don’t have to be Plant-Based to love the food here. The “chicken” drumsticks were crispy and warm, the Lemongrass tofu savory, and the Hainan “chicken” had an amazing texture and crispy “skin.” Can’t wait to come back and try new dishes.
Read morePros: Lovely calm atmosphere , Tasty, beautiful food, Great service
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sam.bishop3030
Points +149
Only vegan place in Boulder AFAICT (June’25) - Edit
Banh mi with vegan pate was good. Multiple vegan protein options. Nice to find after a day of climbing. Boba available too. Empty when we went (2pm, Sunday).
Read morePros: Banh mi , Protein options, Daughter liked the vegan calamari
Cons: Hard to find the right turn in street, Thai iced tea too weak
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DylanKiselbach
Points +22
Delicious Pho! - Edit
Good vegan pho is so hard to find. You won’t be disappointed here, try the lemongrass tofu!
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oskeewowwow
Points +1874
Delicious with many Mock Meat choices - Edit
I got the pho for dinner and chose vegan steak bits to go in it, which was delicious. It comes out not spicy, but can add in the chili sauce on the table.
Read moreI got the banh mi and summer roll to go, which was excellent with the vegan mayo and mock ham
Pros: Many mock meat options
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tommyx
Points +129
New Favorite in Colorado - Edit
Came here 3 times during my last visit to Colorado. Staff was friendly and food was flavorful. The Banh Mi and vegetable curry was delicious. Good value and I hope to return soon!
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HeatherSmithies
Points +673
Yummy - Edit
Good tasting food. Really cute place.
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JulianaCasati
Points +5065
Delicious Vietnamese food - Edit
Loved having lunch at Lotus Moon! I had the vermicelli bowl with vegan chicken as the protein and it was delicious! All the ingredients tasted fresh and the sauce on the side was a nice addition. It came with two spring rolls which were sooo good! I could eat a whole portion of them. For dessert, I had the brownie which honestly exceeded my expectations. It was sweet but not overly sweet, and the ice cream on top was definitely a perfect match. Mochi balls added some color and fun to it!
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hannahwdel
Points +24
Much needed addition to Boulder - Edit
SO excited to have a fully vegan option here! Ordered the crispy spring rolls, bahn mi with “ham”, pho with “chicken” and “steak,” thai tea, a Vietnamese iced coffee, and mango sticky rice. Went with a non-vegan friend and he said the “steak” tastes a lot like fatty pork belly. Mango sticky rice was slightly warm which I have never experienced before. Total came to just under $70
Read morePros: All vegan, Friendly staff, Fresh food
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Veggie.Nellie
Points +535
All Vegan Yums - Edit
Waitress and service were great! The food was also fantastic.
Read morePros: Delicious, Quick and attentive service , All vegan
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CocoCat
Points +363
Great Vegan Protein Options! - Edit
The Thai tea and Vietnamese iced coffee were delicious (and unsweetened!). The ham in the bahn mi, steak in the pho, and chicken drumsticks were my favorites. My vegetarian friend (who arrived a bit later than us) took a bite of a drumstick and was afraid it was real chicken! She really enjoyed her chicken curry. My omnivore partner liked the calamari and was also a fan of the steak in the pho as well as the pho broth. We got shrimp in the pho. While it was a little off for me texture-wise, my partner who loves shrimp said that the texture was similar to the real thing. Overall a great experience with lots of protein choices!
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Banangela97
Points +2955
Small portions - Edit
All vegan and tasty. But there were only 3 drumsticks and for the price eh.
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holmesbryon
Points +48
Pho was great - Edit
Thank you for having an entirely plant based menu.
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Davydanger
Points +80
Flavorful Vietnamese - Edit
Lemongrass Tofu and Spring Rolls were the highlight for me. There was more I would have liked to try, but they were out.
Read moreEven Had non vegans in tow who said they would return.
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rubberatlas
Points +38
Incredible plant based magic!!! - Edit
What an amazing eating experience. From the pho to the drumsticks to the bahn mi sandwiches. Don’t miss Lotus Moon. My new fav place in Boulder!!
Read morePros: Pho, Bahn mi, Drumsticks
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mudCow
Points +145
Great Chicken drumsticks - Edit
Also enjoyed the Samosas and Bahn Mi (with vegan ham)
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Khawls
Points +22
My new favorite! - Edit
The vegan pho is so savory and delicious! Full of fresh veggies and noodles with crispy bean sprouts and fresh basil on top extra sauces to add- yum! I’m going to dream about that pho!
Read moreWe also got the spring rolls which were delightful! The lemongrass tofu banh mi was perfect! My favorite kind of sandwich and so happy to have a vegan version available!
The Vietnamese iced coffee made with oat milk was sweet and strong and so yummy!
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atlrichard77
Points +89
Foods a tad Basic - Edit
The small menu is appreciated, I need this place to flourish as it's the last Vegan place in my hometown at the time of writing this, the boba smoothies are good as usual, the price isn't that high and the service was fantastic.
Read moreHowever, I ordered the samosas and the peanut curry and both dishes tasted unremarkable. They were good but if you travel & frequent Asian restaurants like myself, these dishes do not offer a more enjoyable nor different taste.
I need this place to survive of course therefore I may be leaving more reviews the next time I'm home and I will be pushing others to visit this place.
Great location and the service is very friendly.
Updated from previous review on 2025-02-22
Pros: Service, Boba Smothie, Small Menu
Cons: Typical taste, A tad pricey, Smallish portions
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