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Shamballa Vegetarian Restaurant Lounge & Cafe
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Vegetarian
Vegan-friendly
Juice bar
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Fusion
Vietnamese
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Second branch of this vegetarian restaurant in HCMC opened in 2020. The name Shamballa is of Sanskrit origin meaning a place of peace, stasis, and joy. Serves drinks and Vietnamese classic dishes like pineapple fried rice, fried lotus root, hot pot, and rice paper rolls. Menu items containing gluten or nuts are labeled. Open Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00pm.
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31 Ly Tu Trong St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 700000
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- Outdoor seating
- Reservations required
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 15 Sep 2020 by Guest
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27 Reviews
First Review by MHuynh
stuti
Points +340
3rd visit - Edit
This was my 3rd visit to this restaurant. Oh the food is so good that you want to go back again. It is located in district 1 near intercontinental hotel. So if you are in Saigon center or nearby malls for shopping, do drop by this place for good and relaxing dinner.
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ay09_VEcspiUn1p
Points +21
So good we went there twice - Edit
Walked past Shamballa on our first night in Saigon. It looked lovely so we went there on the second night and had a fabulous meal - mushrooms, a tofu platter, delicious rice - and two outstanding mocktails.
Read moreWith a third night in Saigon we thought about alternatives, but there was so much we wanted to try on the Shamballa menu we ended up going back. The second meal was even better. More delicious mocktails with seared eggplant wrapped around strips of veggies and micro greens with a lime sauce, mushrooms in a black sesame crisp 'bowl', and a stir-fry of tofu and veggies with rice.
More expensive than other places but happy staff, great atmosphere, outstanding food and most definitely worth it.
Pros: Ambience, Amazing food and great choice, Lovely staff
Cons: Nothing at all - it's great!
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Jay5
Points +848
Pricey but nicey - Edit
Almost passed on this restaurant after looking at the prices. Glad I didn't. Flavorful and quality ingredients. The fried tofu dishes were not vegan but the waiter said they could do it for me.
Read morePros: Food , Presentation , Service
Cons: Expensive , Some things that would be vegan normally were not, Not fully vegan
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HelenHaeryounGi
Points +3047
I want this everyday! - Edit
Great atmosphere, friendly staffs, delicious vegan foods. This is wholesome you don’t want to miss. Asian vegan cuisine works for everybody!
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KristenEve
Points +36
Adorable venue, great food - Edit
This place was really adorable! The food was great and the menu was huge!
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Vegan Victoria
Points +561
Delicious Healthy Food - Edit
A lovely peaceful setting right at the entrance- warmly welcomed by the staff and a generous selection of dishes. We had the crispy mushroom snack and the tofu vermicelli platter which were both delicious along with 2 juice mocktails #Veganuary
Read morePros: Tasty fresh dishes, Many options with photos on the menu , Lovely peaceful setting with plants
Cons: Not all dishes vegan as it’s a vegetarian place
Guest
aaron_mc
Points +171
upmarket Vietnamese cuisine - Edit
All the food was great, all very tasty and fresh!
Read moreThe shamballa mushroom is a must get!
A little on the expensive side for Vietnam but well worth the treat!
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Hayleycarstensen
Points +13
Magnificent - Edit
This was some of the best vegetarian food I’ve ever had! You must try the crispy mushrooms in Shamballa sauce!
Read morePros: Everything , The vibe , The tranquility
Cons: Nothing
Guest
AnubhavSaboth
Points +19
Great food, great ambience - Edit
The food was awesome. Also, the decorations in the restaurant were amazing.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-16
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Veg1975
Points +171
One of Saigon's Best - Edit
With my better half not venturing from our hotel, I walked the 2 km round trip to Shamballa for takeaway/takeout. Yes, I agree with other reviewers that it is expensive but the question is, was it worth it. Yes, very much so. I was greeted at the door and my order taken. I was asked if I had allergies, no, just that I didn't want egg as I was a vegan. I was told how long I had to wait and was given a complimentary iced tea. The ambiance was lovely, muted colours and lighting.
Read moreOur order was Quinoa Áp Chảo, Mỳ Hấp Lá Sen, Đậu Hũ Cầ Chua, Bánh Tứ Vị and Bánh Hỏi Lá Lốt. The dishes and containers of sauces were all labelled in English. All were fresh and tasty flavours. Quinoa was a nice replacement for rice. In the north of Vietnam one of the dishes I got for 5 days was tofu in sautéed tomato. Must have been the only vegan recipe they had for tofu! Here at Shamballa it was something completely different, a rich tomato sauce and tasty stuffed tofu.
If you are looking for something well prepared in a quiet setting I recommend Shamballa to all.
Pros: Mostly vegan menu, pleasant atmosphere , friendly staff
Cons: Upmarket prices
Guest
Becca_07
Points +190
Extremely tasty food! - Edit
This is one of the best meals we’ve had in Vietnam. Traditional Vietnamese, beautiful decor, vegan options clearly labelled and attentive staff. Quite an expensive option but worth it!
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veggiexplorer
Points +4834
Very pretty zen restaurant. Food delicious too - Edit
[Vietnam, HCMC, Vegetarian/ Vegan restaurant; Contain Alliums] Love the spacious zen vibe restaurant and delicious vegan options @shamballavegetarian earlier.
Read moreThey probably can customise alliums free. Do check accordingly if going. I realised Vietnamese Vegetarian uses Alliums.
📍Shamballa Vegetarian, Restaurant & Lounge - Sai Gon; 31 lý tự trọng street, district 1, hồ chí minh
⏰ 9:00 – 22:00
Pros: Friendly staff , Love plant based mylk for Vietnamese coffee, Spacious restaurant
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LauzReyes
Points +110
A welcome change in atmosphere - Edit
Shamballa was a lovely experience. The fish ponds, high ceilings, and finishing really provided a calm energy that juxtaposes the city outside. The food was unbelievably tasty, good portion sizes and service was lovely! I wanted the banana and avocado rolls and they provided it with a different sauce as the only non vegan part was the spicy Mayo dip. The menu is cleary marked for vegans. We spent 1000000 but we did get 5 dishes and a drink each - so yes it was the most we spent on a single meal but definitely worth the money.
Read morePros: Huge menu, Tasty food , Beautiful setting
Cons: Pricey compared to 15K banh mi or 40K soup, Not enough stomach space to try more meals!
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mhector513
Points +118
Delicious - Edit
Great ambiance and excellent service. The food was so delicious.
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Nathalie.Veraq
Points +365
Best vegan restaurant in Saigon - Edit
Came here twice. Beautiful atmosphere, awesome food and super friendly staff.
Read morePros: Just awesome
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SimBim
Points +75
Great - Edit
Vegetarian Restaurant with tons of vegan options. The athmosphere and interior is very special and thoughtful.
Read moreWe loved that they put superfoods in almost all of the dishes. Like cordyceps in the soup or lions mane in the baguettes. The menue overall seemed like someone really put a lot of effort into it.
Anyhow what I didnt like was that the waiters were not very cooperative when I asked for only a small change in one drink. Also the portions were a little bit too small.
Would definitely come again when I am in town
Pros: Amazing atmosphere, Very healthy, natural dishes , Beautifully designed dishes
Cons: Unflexible staff, Small portions
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MKorvesis
Points +2160
Romantic outdoor area - Edit
Good atmosphere for dating dinner in an outdoor area with plants and water. Delicious vegan options.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Romantic atmosphere , Delicious food
Cons: They served us different food than what we ordered, Expensive
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hayesy
Points +151
Quality and mostly tasty - Edit
We had a good meal here and most of the food was lovely. It is expensive though, and we had so many other delicious vegetarians meals elsewhere while we were in the city, this one was slightly disappointing.
Read moreWe ordered 3 starters which were all delicious, the Shamballa summer rolls, springs rolls and Seitan sticks. We also ordered 1 main the green curry which we couldn’t eat. Not a Thai/Asian green curry like you would expect, it was like a green spinach smoothie colour and consistency with a unappetising flavour. I’m not fussy at all but the taste wasn’t nice, neither of us could eat it. And we paid a lot for it.
Staff were lovely (but they did tell a table with children that they needed to quiet as it was a peaceful place).
Mostly good experience but just didn’t quite do it for us.
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Lutsubo
Points +243
Une merveille - Edit
Dans un joli cadre avec un personnel attentionné, ce restaurant est un must.
Read moreOn y sert de la cuisine vietnamienne végétarienne (presque 100% végane ou veganisable) authentique et variée.
J’ai pu déguster des plats que j’adorais autrefois comme le bun Hue (la soupe de Hue) ou les Bahn beo…
Chaudement recommandé !
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MermanManly
Points +1418
Great veg food - Edit
Nice place with great food. Staff are helpful.
Read moreWent here twice, for dinner. The first time I tried the pineapple fried rice without egg and a buckwheat congee. The second time I brought a friend and we had the hotpot.
It's not cheap, but it's not outrageous, either.
Updated from previous review on 2022-12-03
Pros: Veg veg veg
Cons: A little expensive
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VeganLord3000
Points +329
Expensive, but very good - Edit
About half of the menu is vegan. It's on the expensive side (for HCMC), but totally worth it. I had some fancy summer rolls (with roasted rice and mushrooms in it), roasted aubergine with rice and vanilla coffee ice-cream as well as the lychee aloe Vera iced tea. All of it was very tasty. Only downside would be that not all of the good stuff is vegan.
Read moreService was fast and the place has a very qualm and relaxing atmosphere which is a big plus in a city like Hcmc. Would go there again.
Pros: Creative and still traditional dishes, Great atmosphere
Cons: Not all is vegan on the menu
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CarryOnOnly
Points +326
Beautiful vibe - Edit
Only a few minutes from the Saigon Central Post Office and Nguyen Hue walking street, this restaurant has a great ambiance especially outside near the pond. Had the pineapple fried rice that came in an actual pineapple! Expensive but the flavours are great.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-10
Pros: Ambiance, Flavour of food
Cons: Expensive
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WeeKee
Points +179
Nice ambience and wide selections - Edit
The ambience is nice, the food is tasty and the service is good. I enjoy my lunch there.
Read morePros: Wide selections , Delicious
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QuocNguyen85
Points +20
Best vegetarian restaurant in Saigon - Edit
Amazing food, friendly and knowledgeable staff, good and unique drinks and a great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
Read morePros: Beautiful place , Delicious food, Peaceful haven
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Wieger
Points +11
Vegetarian Greatness - Edit
I am a none vegetarian, but i love Shamballa place and menu. The food offers a wide variety of really tasty dishes, where i did not miss my meat dishes. For lunch a 2 or rooftop diner party there is enough choice a great surprises to my taste-buts. The staff is attentive and explains and advises without overloading your table with dishes. Great atmosphere a cozy relaxing place in this bustling town - i love it and will return (often)
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JoeyDoan
Points +12
Right in the Centre - Edit
A beautifully-designed restaurant nestled in the heart of Saigon, Shamballa offers spectacular views with exquisite dishes. I tried their Gac & Quinoa soup, Steamed Baguettes with Truffle, and Vietnamese crepe, all of which were scrumptious as well as being unique in flavour. The menu is also friendly for anyone with dietary restrictions since it has labels marking the presence of certain ingredients. Their rooftop offers a view of Saigon's skyline, a wonderful evening backdrop to a delicious dinner. Definitely recommend for everyone!
Read morePros: Spectacular views at night, Wonderful service, Diverse menu
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MHuynh
Points +18
Amazing - Edit
A great find in a really good location right in the very centre of Saigon. Every dish tasted amazing and the decoration is top notch, it made the atmosphere feel extremely grand but also relaxing and traditional. All the dishes were well-priced with adequate portions and the service was great as well. Highly recommended!!
Read morePros: Great food, Incredible interior design/ambiance, Excellent service
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