Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Vietnamese
Large vegetarian restaurant serving traditional Vietnamese food prepared vegetarian style. You order as many dishes as you'd like from a big menu with photos of the dishes. Most items are vegan apart from ones with cheese/cream. Previously at 8A Tho Nhuum, this location reported Feb 2019. Open Mon-Sun 10:30am-10:00pm.
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53 Reviews
First Review by suchesuch
ScottKatz
Points +72
Over priced and disappointing - Edit
Sadly I didn’t have a great experience here. The price for a “buffet” served at the table to order was at least 5 times other local “Chay” buffets. The food was served cold and of no better quality than Chay buffets. The portions were small which shouldn’t matter in an all you can eat format except that the service was painfully slow. I asked for filtered water and was told I could purchase a bottle at 6 times the price on the street. My meal for two people came to 1 million VND. I have paid as low as 70,000 per person at better places.
Read morePros: Not much
Cons: Cost, Service , Add on charges
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homebodyhaus
Points +5945
Next-Level Vegan Buffet Experience 😋 - Edit
This is easily one of my top one or two favorite restaurants I’ve ever eaten at anywhere — Vietnam or the world. I still can’t believe a place like this exists. It’s technically buffet-style, but not in the traditional way. Instead, you order as many dishes as you want from a massive menu with over 60 pages, and everything arrives beautifully plated in a gorgeous setting. Every single dish tasted incredible.
Read moreThe drinks are just as impressive — super creative and absolutely delicious. The staff fully understand what vegan means and helped guide us through all the vegan options on their huge menu. We spent about two hours trying dish after dish, and it honestly felt endless in the best way.
When we arrived the restaurant was completely packed and we had to wait for a table, which says a lot — and it was absolutely worth it. This is a must-visit in Hanoi… actually, I would fly back to Hanoi just to eat here again.
Our favorite dishes were the clear mushroom soup, the fresh roll with tomatoes, the fried tofu, spring rolls, corn money bags, the rice ball wrapped in banana leaf, the curry, and the hot pot. We left so full that we didn’t eat again until dinner the following day — so definitely come very hungry.
This place is exceptional in every possible way.
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Brycew
Points +2236
Pretty good, definitely satisfying - Edit
The bold flavors set Sadhu apart. Very delicious and enjoyable experience. The food is all you can eat but there are no drinks included, drinks must be paid separately.
Read moreThere was one thing which I struggled with - they served one dish with rice paper and instructed me to make my own rolls. Normally I’ve seen wrappers be dipped in water to soften them, but this was either a different type of wrapper or for whichever reason it was intended to be rolled and eaten without moistening the wrapper. No idea if that’s normal, and it was a bit tough to bite, but let’s chalk that up to my ignorance.
Would definitely recommend the place to anyone visiting Vietnam!
Pros: All you can eat, Great flavors, Friendly staff
Cons: Drinks not included , Not completely clear which dishes are non-vegan
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vento
Points +6
Super veggie in Hanoi - Edit
Formidabel vegetarisk restaurant i nærheden af Hanoi Hilton, Hanoi train station. Restauranten serverer en “ buffet” man vælger fra et meny kort og hvor retterne så bliver bragt til bordet. Det koster 340k Dong for alt hvad du bestiller og du kan spise så meget du vil.
Read moreAlle retter meget lækkert tilberedt.
Hyggelig stemning i restauranten og absolut god betjening af personalet. Høj klasse, kan absolut anbefales
Pros: The food, The service, Location and interior
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LoveAnimalLoveNature
Points +2157
Amazing food and lovely place - Edit
This place has a great vibe and is really cozy. The staff asks you immediately if you have any dietary restriction or allergies and takes care of that while you order. They have over 80 items on the menu and they are all at the buffet. But you don't walk to the buffet yourself, they do and create lovely plates for you. You can try a lot of dishes and taste all the lovely food. The taste is also really good and the drinks are also amazing. Worth the money.
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DLRMK
Points +19
Delicious and plentiful - Edit
We came to this place on our last night in Hanoi and what a find! Bottomless buffet, served at the table. Fixed price per person but then we could order whatever we wanted. Drinks were charged on top. Excellent range of Vietnamese dishes and some quite unusual ones too, all beautifully presented with excellent service. At the more expensive end of what we paid across Vietnam but despite that, still incredible value at £10pp plus drinks.
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guybraverman
Points +1843
Mouth watering all-you-can-eat - Edit
This was my first meal in Hanoi, and actually in Vietnam. And let me tell you, I have doubts about beating this experience on the remainder of my visit. The food is so incredible and so plentiful, the staff just continues to bring more dishes out until you beg for them to stop 😊
Read moreEvery dish was incredible, fresh, clean, tasty. A celebration of colors, aroma and flavors. The restaurant has a nice upscale feel to it, very pleasant and relaxing. The price for the overall meal with a drink was just under $20 per person, probably a little high for Vietnam, but 100% well worth it for me, I thoroughly enjoyed. Unfortunately I mostly took videos and almost no images, and Haapycow won’t allow video attachments, but check out my review on google maps for the videos.
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sourdoughbutch
Points +123
So fun! - Edit
Sadhu was a really fun treat. While it is vegetarian, they were knowledgeable about veganism. We let them choose which plates we'd get and most of them really impressed us!! The leaf-wrapped dish in my photo was a crazy good experience to eat. The desserts were another standout! Like another poster, we also had to tell them to stop at one point because the dishes just kept on coming 😂 the atmosphere was also great. I'd definitely recommend this place!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-25
Pros: Fancy delicious food, Understand veganism, Desserts!!
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evemcp20
Points +49
Must try - Edit
10/10 recommend can choose as many dishes from a main menu as you like, we chose 10. Very reasonably priced and dishes were amazing with a lot of variety would highly highly recommend
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NoodlyDoodly
Points +164
Epic buffet! - Edit
Wow!! What a fabulous find...... Great decor, such friendly staff..... And the food was so delicious and just kept coming...... Incredible flavours and very original!! A must visit if you are in Hanoi!!!
Read morePros: Super lovely and friendly staff , Exceptional food flavours , Great, relaxing space
Cons: May not get to visit again as very busy schedule
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Ad3le
Points +331
Just epic - Edit
This is one of the most memorable restaurant experiences you can have, full stop. Go! Go with an empty stomach! Go twice! Go with many people! The food is delicious, creative, and filling.
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ThuyTrang
Points +55
The best vegetarian buffet in Ha Noi - Edit
If you're a fan of vegetarian cuisine, Shadu in Hanoi is a hidden gem worth visiting. This all-you-can-eat vegetarian buffet offers an impressive variety of dishes that cater to every taste and preference. From fresh salads to flavorful stir-fries and hearty soups, there’s something for everyone. The ingredients are always fresh, and the dishes are prepared with authentic Vietnamese flavors, making each bite a burst of taste.
Read moreWhat stands out at Shadu is the balance of flavors. You’ll find a perfect mix of textures—crispy, tender, and creamy—across different dishes. The tofu, vegetable rolls, and mock meat options are particularly noteworthy, offering satisfying alternatives to traditional meat-based dishes.
The cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and the option to try so many different dishes make Shadu an excellent spot for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. A must-visit for anyone in Hanoi looking to enjoy a wholesome, delicious meal!
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Chrjs
Points +527
Best experience in Vietnam - Edit
You get a buffet but á la carte style, which is quite a little bit confusing for first time visitors. You choose from a picture book. A little bit pricey but absolutely worth it. Unique dining experience. The food is made from heaven. Nicely decorated restaurant and the food comes super pretty prepared on the plates. Stuffs knows which dishes are vegan. If you can‘t choose (because there are a lot of options) just ask for the „vegan signature dishes“. They bring one plate after the other and unfortunately we have to say „stopp“ after a lot of food. They fed as well.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-26
Pros: Best vegan food, Lot of options, Pretty arranged plates
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Potatomasher
Points +68
Big and beautiful buffet - Edit
Well managed and very pretty restaurant that is buffet style over two floors. Good for large groups. Food is delicious.
Read morePros: Big selection, Verynice ambience, Good staff, efficent
Cons: Over two floors so up and down the stairs a lot
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Trambau
Points +3093
Great! - Edit
Half of these photos (ones with glass table) belong to the 2nd brach at Hoang Dao Thuy street which I recently listed here in HappyCow.
Read moreSame owner with Uu Dam Chay I heard. Offer serve-at-table buffet with exellent dishes. Hotpot and drinks are excluded
Updated from previous review on 2019-03-10
Trambau
Half of these photos (ones with glass table) belong to the 2nd brach at Hoang Dao Thuy street which I recently listed here in HappyCow.
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LauraHanes
Points +292
So worth the money! - Edit
We paid 290,000d each, which comes out to about $12 usd for the buffet. And it’s totally worth it. The food is amazing! A must try!
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NicoleMirasol
Points +128
A must - Edit
This was such an epic experience - so
Read moreMany delicious dishes to try and enjoy and choose again. Highly recommend
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EdYan
Points +3648
Wow - Edit
What a unique dining experience. It's all you can eat but you order from a nicely presented hardcover menu with over 80 dishes, each beatifully photographed and some with good descriptions. The food came out quickly and each dish was well presented and the food delicious.
Read moreThe restaurant itself is so lovely inside with a distinct interior design.
My only criticism is the menu doesn't clearly distinguish vegan vs vegetarian however the vast majority of dishes are vegan.
Pros: Extensive menu
Cons: Dishes with dairy or eggs not clearly marked
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Gina_97
Points +99
Amazing! - Edit
Regret not getting photos but was too busy eating the tasy food!
Read moreWent here with my family - I am vegan, 2 veggies, 1 pestcatrian, and 2 meat eaters.
Everything looked great on the menu but we weren't sure what was vegan friendly (as it wasn't labelled), so we spoke with the waiter, said I was vegan, and asked them to choose for us. They were so amazing and helpful! Basically brought out mostly vegan dishes (which all tasted fantastic) and a couple of vegetarian dishes for everyone else but made substitutes for me.
Loved the atmosphere, and we were well and truly stuffed. I don't think the price was too bad (around £80 for 6 people incl a non-alcoholic drink each). Oh and its a buffet style, but ordering from the table (at least we did)
Pros: Helpful staff, Really tasty!, Lots of options for vegan
Cons: Wish the menu stated the vegan options on
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nadina.grigoratou
Points +161
Worth checking out! - Edit
Vegetarian buffer with great variety and authentic taste! However, even though the waiter told us that everything is vegan, there were dishes with eggs and cheese, not pointed out on the menu! The staff probably doesn't really know the difference between vegetarian and vegan.
Read morePros: Variety, Taste, All-you-can-eat
Cons: Vegetarian dishes passing on as vegan
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microfauna
Points +1929
Veg Fine Dining at its most Expensive - Edit
Sadhu is an elegant veg restaurant located southwest of Old Town.
Read moreYou may want to make reservations and come earlier as you’ll want sufficient time to enjoy as many of the foods as you’d like. Most of the food is vegan so you may want to confirm with staff, but the staff are buzzing around and maybe difficult to track.
Compared to other similar restaurants, Sadhu is more high-end and comes with the highest dining price anywhere I ate over a month in Vietnam. Nothing stood out as exceptional, but for the shear variety, it’s worth checking out if it’s not beyond your budget.
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Waltergardner
Points +44
Amazing! - Edit
If you’re looking for a getaway in HN, definitely make a visit here!
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lanicardwell
Points +52
Luxury Buffet - Edit
The food is delicious at this restaurant. It is a buffet which you order in small servings to your table. This was perfect for us because it let us try so many different dishes. We loved it so much we went back twice.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-02
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kaibun
Points +1180
Worst service in Viet Nam - Edit
Came here, the entire restaurant was empty. They told me to wait to be seated. After minutes of two of the waiters arguing with someone in the phone they told me they were full and made me leave. There was ONE customer in the restaurant!?!
Read moreCons: Everything
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sadieteuf
Points +26
Worth it! - Edit
Super fresh small plates style ordering system- I loved that even though it’s a buffet all the food feels fresh because you order each piece individually. Yeah, it’s pricier than a lot of the options in Hanoi but you get to try SO MANY different traditional dishes. Amazing food. The steamed mushrooms, and tofu leaf rolls were absolutely incredible.
Read morePros: Lots of options
Cons: Pricy
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mattjcope92
Points +28
Great experience - Edit
Love the setting here and the fact there are so many delicious options to choose from. The meal is a set price and you can order as many items on the menu as you like (drinks are extra). We loved most of the courses and the ones we didn’t, were just not to our taste, but the quality of all of it was great.
Read morePros: Tonnes of vegan options, Tangerine drink (amazing)
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lukasre
Points +108
Great Vegan Food, overall experience could be improved - Edit
We went there for dinner the food was great (With Buffet you can just order any dishes you want all you can eat). We were a little early so the staff was still getting ready and was a little disorganized so this could be improved. We paid around 700k for two incl. drinks, which is pricier than other places in Hanoi but it was well worth it.
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