Est. June, 2022. A fully vegan/plant-based South/East Asian fusion cuisine restaurant. Serves banh mi burgers, banh xeo tacos, prawn toast, tom yum linguine and Thai basil pesto w/ lemongrass meatballs and others. Drinks are Vietnamese iced coffee, chai lattes, lime soda, hibiscus spritzers and a wide variety of teas. (Accepts reservations for up to 20 people.) NOTE: Confirmed closed by HappyCow staff May 2023.
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8366 N Topanga Canyon Blvd (at North of Roscoe Blvd), Canoga Park, California, USA, 91304
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Last update on 05 Jun 2023 by Gaura-jīvanadāsa
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30 Reviews
First Review by SteveH
Lilipad
Points +55
Little gem in the San Fernando Valley - Edit
Very friendly and helpful. The food was really tasty
Read morePros: Lots of options
Cons: Well priced
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Aleks78
Points +64
One of the best vegan restaurants! - Edit
I’ve been at Shyama several times now and every single dish I tried tastes amazing! Rich flavors, great texture and delicious overall. Only a tiny complaint- wait times for orders are quite long, but after I eat I forget all about it🙂
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-03-24
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theNumberOfTheBeast
Points +4650
Saigon Tears - Edit
Crying about Vietnam and how much it's missed, I found myself here this evening. While solidly American style vegan Vietnamese cuisine and not the South East Asian experience I was hoping for, it is cooked fresh to order from a selection of mainly pantry ingredients. Sparse fresh veg. However. When I asked for fresh chilis and extra spicy the chef gave it to me and some fresh chopped chilis on the side which saved the day and all was forgiven.
Read moreKa-pow. Tears.
❤️🔥🌈🌶
Pros: vegan owned and operated, family business, begged for spicy and got it
Cons: missing some items (lime, basil), factory beyond meat in use, Americanized (a bit bland)
Huraiquire
Americanized means “a bit bland” 😂💀
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tvartguy
Points +18
A Hidden Gem - Edit
Wonderfully friendly and delicious food. The Vietnamese coffee is amazing
Read morePros: Lots of options , Friendly, Casual
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CourtneyViveiros
Points +82
BEST VEGAN restaurant in the valley! Or maybe ever? - Edit
I have been here a few times now and have just about tried something new every time. Lin, our server, always makes great suggestions as to what to order. The flavors are so good. When I think of the food, I think fresh, lemongrass, spicy, crispy, crunchy, cucumber, mint, yum! We usually finish our meals here with coffee or tea. Everything we've had from the current menu is phenomenal, but I highly recommend the tacos to start!
Read morePros: 100% vegan Vietnamese food made with LOVE, Great recommendations , Fresh & flavorful
Cons: None!
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alexrrr
Points +234
Great food and service - Edit
It's was my first time formally trying Vietnamese food, and it was really good. I went with friends who aren't vegan and have tried Vietnamese food before and they really liked it too. I'm going back for sure!
Read morePros: Great service, Rich flavors
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rervais
Points +172
Delicious! - Edit
Amazing vegan Vietnamese food from this mom/pop business. Sadly, the word hasn’t gotten out enough and there is a fundraiser to save this great business. Come eat here and if you like it, post a review and make a donation: https://gofund.me/5599eeeb.
Read morePros: Mock duck is the best we’ve ever had, Super friendly owners, Food is delicious
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jenniebean
Points +39
Shyama ! - Edit
Time well spent at dinner. Looking forward to returning to enjoy lunch
Read morePros: Events on Sundays, Enlightened vibes, Delicious
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scordebas
Points +18
2nd visit - Impeccable Vegan Asian Cuisine - Edit
The Miso Wakame Linguine with Oyster Mushrooms was out of this world. Such rich flavors! Strongly recommend it.
Read moreThe Tom Yum Linguine with Prawn Skewers (replaced with cuttlefish) was just as great. They really knocked it out of the park.
Tell your friends. This new-ish vegan joint needs word of mouth to get some momentum going.
If you still have space after (or before) a main dish, I also recommend the little Pate So (puff pasty meat pie). A treat!
Authentic feeling restaurant that will give warm memories to anyone who’s lived in, or visited South/East Asia.
Pros: All vegan menu, The flavors!, The selection
Cons: I recommend asking if any dishes are unavailable
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DavidGlasgal
Points +129
Great Food - Edit
Very original food great taste and service.
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ktomasiello
Points +126
SO GOOD - Edit
As fate had it I tried this place tonight and it was one of the best vegan meals I’ve ever had!! The flavors that came out of the food was jaw dropping. You should definitely give this place a shot. You won’t regret it.
Read morePros: Flavorful food, Great portions
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Laurenbdoeslife
Points +898
Amazing food!!! A bit of a wait - Edit
I had the most incredible meal! They didn’t have the dish today that I originally wanted on the menu (jajangmeyon), but they made me a personalized version of the miso wakame linguine w/oyster mushrooms! They cooked the mushrooms without frying them, and added minced (veg) pork that normally goes in the jajangmeyon. It was so flavorful!! Highly recommend. I also got a beautifully-colored butterfly pea tea latte.
Read moreThe other dish pictured, what my friend got, is their bun cha ha noi (grilled pork patty vermicelli bowl) with imperial rolls (like egg roll). We both enjoyed our food alot and hope to go back soon to support the small mom-daughter owned small biz!
I took off a star because they didn’t have the original item I wanted (said they ran out last night?) and it took a really long time to get our food, even thought we were the only customers. Worth the wait though!
Pros: So flavorful, Great food presentation, Nice owners/employee
Cons: Pricy, Long wait, May be out of item
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JakeFuller
Points +1270
Hands Down, Certifiably Awesome! - Edit
Delicious flavors from foods I’ve never tasted before. The staff was all super friendly and so enjoyable to talk with. Every time I visit the Valley, I’m making a trip here for some great vibes and tasty treats.
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AnithaReddy
Points +101
Delicious flavorful food - Edit
We tried the Bun mit jackfruit curry vermicelli , Tom Yum fried rice and butterfly pea tea latte. Portion size is good, we had some leftovers. Great service and the staff were very friendly.
Read morePros: Vegan restaurant , Fusion cuisine
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PootieTang
Points +16
Amazing find! High end dishes! - Edit
The food was top notch. Felt like a high end restaurant nestled in a humble and friendly setting. Huge variety of dishes and we ordered 4 main dishes and 4 appetizers. They was all exceptional! My non-vegan friends kept saying I can't believe how good this tastes! Our new favorite restaurant now!
Read morePros: All vegan, Amazing gourmet quality dishes, Wide variety of dishes
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maxtheheathen
Points +40
Delicious! - Edit
There’s no shortage of Asian fusion vegan in SoCal, but this place stands out. Really tasty, really novel stuff. Crepe tacos, mock duck noodles, dumplings, all amazing. Gotta go back and try more things!
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Passittowill
Points +3194
Great Addition For The Valley - Edit
Nice to have a fully vegan place in the valley. Very friendly staff. I had to wait for my food longer than told, but it was a busy Saturday night dinner rush, so I can understand. The noodles in my dish were very bland, but when mixed with greens and bbq duck it was better. I definitely want to try more dishes before making a full opinion, but looking forward to trying more.
Read morePros: Vegan
Cons: Limited seating
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vickadore
Points +20
Amazing new vegan restaurant. Fusion Asian food with rich herb and flavor. - Edit
Please support this restaurant in order for them to thrive.
Read morePros: All Vegan, Amazing Flavor, Amazing people
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froggy
Points +148
Wow!! - Edit
High end delicious food for a reasonable price. You gotta try the banh mih’s! 10/10 recommend.
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JulienneSlice
Points +1655
Distinctively unique - Edit
A vegan south-east asian fusion restaurant concept is most definitely unique and original. Especially the restaurant being in Canoga Park it is a welcomed addition to the community.
Read moreI was very impressed with their menu selections as each item is something that appears to be crafted with a unique and personal spin.
We ordered the tofu lemongrass vermicelli bowl, the south/eastern spiced crispy popcorn chickun, the kimchi jasmine fried rice and the hibiscus spritzer and lime soda spritzer.
I really enjoyed the tofu lemongrass vermicelli as it had a thai/indian spiced curry with a hint coconut cream. The spiced popcorn chickun was delicious and flavorful and had a great texture. I would of liked a companion dipping sauce but it didn’t necessarily need it in regards to flavor I am just more of a sauce person so it’s a personal preference. The kimchi fried rice was flavorful and had good balance of spice. It did however had a bit too much oil for my liking but knowing it is a fried dish that is more on me. The spritzer drinks are not sweetened so it would of been better if it was labeled on the menu as unsweetened items.
Overall I highly recommend you check out Shyama as this place offers some flavorful dishes and everything on the menu is cruelty free! I am definitely looking forward to exploring the menu some more in the near future.
Pros: Vegan, Unique menu items, Spacious indoor dining
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vegan_of_reason
Points +66
Truly Divine - Edit
That FLAVOR! I’ve never had dishes as unique and flavorful as the ones we had at Shyama — this place is truly a hidden gem. I love trying vegan Khao Soi variations whenever I can; Shyama’s take on the dish was the best I’ve had to date. The quality of the fare seems as if it could be upscale, but the prices are so so responsible. The hype is real — the deliciousness here it totally worth the drive to Canoga Park.
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Updated from previous review on 2022-08-23
Pros: Unique options , Rich flavor , Amazing quality
Cons: None
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LarsEngstrom
Points +18
Incredible Food - a Must Try! - Edit
Came here with some non-vegan friends and we were all blown away. Definitely coming back!
Read morePlease note that they recently opened and are largely run by a volunteer staff, so wait times may be a bit long. It’s well worth the wait though!
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topaz024
Points +162
one of the best restaurants in los angeles - Edit
i have been to literally hundreds of vegan plant-based restaurants, but shyama still managed to delight and surprise me with their explosion of original flavor combinations:
Read morechili oil wontons: 9/10 beautiful texture and marinade, could only be better with impossible instead of beyond meat
bourguignon pot pie: 10/10 a mix of thanksgiving, french, and east asian flavors, and somehow it works incredibly
wakame miso noodles: 10/10 imagine the best italian seafood linguine and then an east asian master-chef crashes the party, just beautiful
prawn toast: 11/10 one of the best dishes i've ever had in my life! they could close the restaurant and make a living by jarring and selling this miraculous creation
i can't wait to eat my way through this entire menu--thank you so much for sharing your delicious food with the world!
Laurenbdoeslife
I dont see the bourguignon pot pie on their menu now :(
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AnaLarios
Points +22
Absolutely LOVED our experience! The food and staff were wonderful. A 10/10. - Edit
What a gem! Can’t wait to come back!
Read morePros: Incredible vegan options, reasonable prices , Wholesome flavors, Attention to detail
Cons: No cons!
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kyyam
Points +11
best food and people - Edit
everything here is so flavorful and unique, my personal favorites are the coconut kelp noodles, puff pastry, and seaweed salad (just trust me) !!
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RomanC
Points +34
Good Flavorful Food - Edit
Good Fresh Food, Great Flavor, Already came back craving more.
Read morePros: Flavor, Texture, Presentation
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lavendertofu
Points +50
Amazing - Edit
I could taste the love that was put into making the food. Can’t wait to come back and try everything on their menu. The banh mi was out of this world!!! People working were also very welcoming and attentive😄
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