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Vegan
Chinese
Buffet
Salad bar
Take-out
Asian
Vegan restaurant in the Great Valley Shopping Center. Offers an all-you-can-eat price. Has brown rice, vegan ice cream. Open Mon 11:30am-8:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:30am-8:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-9:00pm, Sun 11:30am-8:00pm.
84 Reviews
First Review by greggh
CinnamonGoil
Points +258
Delicious Buffet Meal - Edit
Their buffet choices were phenomenal. I loved their shrimp, dragon dumplings, eggplant dish, and taro cake. Everything I tried at the buffet was delicious. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was because the bathroom was kind of dirty and the soap was only filled with water so I felt unclean after washing my hands.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-02-16
Pros: Food options, Polite
Cons: Bathroom cleanliness
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NathanielLegg
Points +3178
Pretty good experience - Edit
I’ve gotten food here for many years, but always takeout. My dine-in experience was pretty good, but not great. I don’t feel I need to share specifics, because I like to give places the benefit of the doubt.
Read moreThe food was really good and it was just so hard to decide with so many different vegan options to choose from! My friend and I decided on the tofu & eggplant in garlic sauce, general tso’s tofu, veggie lo mein, and edamame. It was all very good and I would definitely get takeout from here again in the future!
Pros: So many options, Yummy food
Cons: Outdated dining experience
Guest
mostzy
Points +641
delicious - Edit
always enjoy our time here. recommend buffet.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-09-13
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rjarratt88
Points +11
Prices went way up - Edit
Luke warm crusty food at buffet.
Read moreDon’t have some of my favorite items anymore
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KarinaLynch
Points +538
Fantastic - Edit
The food is so delicious!! We highly recommend!!
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taloskhaos
Points +76
To my infinite sadness, SuTao has fallen quite a bit - Edit
Update: I left a 5-star review in 2023, but since then there have been a lot of developments that have really left me let down. I want to be clear, this wasn't one experience but my last several (I have made over a dozen visits over 3+ years to this place).
Read moreI also want to be clear that food is still fairly tasty, but it fails in every other possible way:
- The prices have gone up by a fair bit, this I guess is unavoidable but the amount it has gone up has seemed (at least to me) to be greater than inflation.
- Making the price issue worse, the portions have seriously decreased (in some cases I want to say by half) There was also a time I came with friends and it looked to me like they took a full portion and split it into two. And it isn't just portions, for example, they no longer give extra hot chili oil to dip into for the kebabs.
- The place is quite old and lived in, this didn't bother me before but given the worsening conditions of this place, its just another knife in my back.
- I have also discovered they have had some bad health inspections from other commenters, and looked up some info on this online, honestly some of them are pretty bad like refrigeration issues and using the cruddy gap between a counter to hold a knife.
- I don't know if they increased the salt and sugar on foods, but it has gotten excessive on my last few trips.
- They reintroduced the buffet which I want to say is a plus given the novelty of a vegan buffet, but I have now had it twice and it was horribly cold both times. I was told it started at 2p but when arriving at 1:52p it looked and tasted like stuff had been out for hours. And when I say cold I mean barely above room temperature and gross not like 100 degrees. Rubbing more salt in the wound, it's $28 :(
- The staff are not helpful, there is always a guy on a computer mostly ignoring customers watching video (but the last time he was even snoring) and a single server who I am lucky if I can get to refill my water, whereas the last one would chat with customers and be attentive. Worse, I asked for a modification to an item a few visits ago, and was flat out told no -- with no attempt to provide an alternate (I was asking to make a traditionally not spicy dish spicy). I would have even taken some spicy chili or something on the side and add it myself. And if it wasn't possible for a reason, it would have been nice to know the reason rather than "no," making me feel like an idiot.
Updated from previous review on 2025-03-31
Pros: 100% Vegan , Food is tasty (if not cold or too salty/sugary)
Cons: The place is old with poor health inspections, Buffet is cold and expensive, Cost per portion is high
dapmul
Thanks for the update.
Read morerjarratt88
Thank you. I thought so too
Read moreNathanielLegg
Great update
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Kataleeya
Points +413
Happy it's here - Edit
I'm grateful to have a Chinese food buffet in Chester County AND it's vegan is an awesome bonus. I do wish the buffet wasn't so expensive though. But the food is tasty, there are plenty of options which is great for trying out different things. Their pepper "steak" is uncanny. I can't believe it's not real meat. I've been here with non-vegans and they've enjoyed the food too.
Read morePros: Buffet, All vegan, so no worries about what's in a dish
Cons: Pricey
Loveiseternal77
Do you happen to know if the buffet is always on or only offered at certain times? I appreciate it
Read moreKataleeya
Hi, I'm sorry I didn't see your comment before. The buffet is during weekends only I believe.
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Tmoss682
Points +4387
A Buffet Brimming with Potential - Edit
Walking in, I thought SuTao was a little small, but they pack a lot into a small package. Two rows of food, trays on both sides, offer a myriad of Chinese favorites. With every buffet, there is a wide variety of quality. The greatest offerings are shrimp toast, chicken fried balls, and purple rice. All the Asian staples are good (white rice, steamed dumplings, lo mein). Some dishes are a little repetitive using the same vegan meat in different sauces. I love trying food, and buffets give me that opportunity. Dessert is sparse, offering less than a handful of finger foods like coconut cookie straws. We were met politely at the door and the service is warm and attentive.
Read moreA few changes would upgrade Sutao. The price is a little high but vegan Chinese buffets are rare.Not all the food was warm. Some covers might fix that.
Overall, it's a rare experience and highly recommend it.
Pros: Buffet
Cons: Price
Guest
PrestigiousPeach
Points +59
Food safety issues - Edit
I paid nearly $30 for the buffet and a lukewarm Jasmine tea. Many buffet items had either run out or were nearly empty. I tried several of the dishes that were available but they were barely warm and tasted like they had been sitting for some time. Twice during my visit, one of the staff members fell asleep and began snoring while sitting at the register.
Read moreIn the restroom, I noticed the soap was heavily diluted with water. Had I seen this before I ate, I would have immediately left since this is an issue of food safety. It is disturbing to realize that kitchen staff used the restroom, didn't wash their hands properly and then handled food. There is NO excuse for not having soap in the restroom. Other reviews on here note that this restaurant has been regularly out of compliance for food safety and judging by the watered-down restroom soap, I guess I should consider myself lucky that I didn't get Norovirus. I agree with another reviewer that Sutao would have to make serious improvements (starting with their sanitation) for me to consider visiting again.
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-03
Cons: Lack of soap in restroom , High price , Cold food
Faery
Hi, PrestigiousPeach
Read moreI want acknowledge the rest of your review. I read the whole thing. I also want to acknowledge that I don't represent this restaurant nor am I associated with them at all. I do want to address the misinformation you have in the title and included in the review.
I'm not sure that soap dilution is a huge food safety issue.
I worked professionally in biologics & cleanroom decontamination for a few years, and I have a certification in food safety. I am a biology professional.
The purpose of soap in handwashing is to provide a surfactant. The surfactant basically works by making it difficult for microbes to stay on a surface. Some soaps also include a detergent, which can separate water-soluble and non-soluble (oils/fats) elements. Detergents can help break up cell walls and kill germs. They can also be very drying, because your skin needs oils, so they are not always in hand soaps, or are often very diluted.
Even quite diluted, both of these are still pretty effective at removing germs (surfactants) and destroying them (detergents). Most hand soaps can remove germs, using surfactants only, to a food-safe level, as long as you wash your hands long enough and clean in-between fingers, under nails, and up to wrists. There are not really any studies showing an ineffective dilution of handsoap. There is a lot of evidence that handwashing is most effective when done thoroughly
The most important thing when washing hands is to be thorough, and take your time.
PrestigiousPeach
The health inspections reflect the truth of my review. I don't know why you're defending a place that is a) already visibly dirty, even in the dining area and b) would take obvious sanitizing shortcuts.
Read morerjarratt88
Try going to UK
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OperationChowhound
Points +11624
All-You-Can-Eat Vegan Meat - Edit
I ate double what I normally eat for dinner, but still felt like the buffet wasn't worth the cost.
Read morePros: all vegan, customer service
Cons: overpriced
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nanitree
Points +1152
A go-to for us! - Edit
We like this place and go several times a year. They have a big menu and lots of alternative meats and seafood to try! Will add photos and more details soon.
Read moreUpdate:
Went back another time and the food was just too salty and seemed to rely too much on soy sauce for flavoring.
Updated from previous review on 2024-02-09
Pros: Big menu, Never a wait
Cons: Food can be too salty (too much soy sauce)
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tesssclark
Points +127
Craving Satisfied! - Edit
Can’t believe how many menu options they have! Will definitely be back to try more. The 3 items I had were all delicious!
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LisaJax
Points +69
What a great find! - Edit
This place is a pleasant surprise. It is a small "mom and pop" Chinese restaurant, located in an older strip mall, right next to an arcade. This is not where we expected to find an all-vegan restaurant, with a health conscious message. The food was great and the staff were friendly. We had hot and sour soup, general tso's chicken, shrimp toast, and the stir fry vegetable wrap. The wrap was the biggest surprise and we would highly suggest it. Additionally, the prices are very reasonable.
Read morePros: variety of vegan options, chef was willing to make adjustments to dishes, relaxing atmosphere
Cons: located in an older strip mall, buffet is back, but only o weekends
Guest
beckylong
Points +2230
Vegan Chinese Cuisine 🤤 - Edit
We were VERY excited to try this restaurant and I was so happy they had a vegan version of Sweet & Sour Chicken - I REALLY missed it since eating exclusively plants! The Dragon Dumplings were so good too (even though we still don’t know what they were)!! It’s out of the way for us, but we’ll definitely be going back!
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E.Jasinski
Points +13
Consistently great food - Edit
Vegan establishment serving up consistently good dishes. Huge menu of options. Full buffet several times a year for special occasions.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-30
Pros: Consistency , The Hot Pot is a must get
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DannyRebel
Points +351
Unexpected Flavor Explosion - Edit
With Asian food, Chinese is not my favorite. But, yes. Just Yes. I was visiting Malvern, PA for a few hours at the precise opportune time of opening.
Read moreDining in, I carefully went over the extensive menu and chose Steamed Vegetable Bun. Language challenges were not helpful but, Vegan. That's all I needed to know. Two large fluffy moist biscuits stuffed with some mushroom concoction was savory and a good value.
At the end of the six page food menu were Su Tao Rollups. The Grilled String Bean and Turkey came in a grilled whole wheat wrap and took my breath away. With two of these, another good value, too. Side of white or brown rice included.
I definitely left room for vegan ice cream. Of the many flavors, I had the Pistachio. I know that if I had a container of this type of vegan ice cream, I would not be able to stop.
I am listing that a "con" is no lunch portions on the menu. Everything are dinner portions. I may have also had soup if there was only one bun and one rollup, and most likely a second vegan ice cream dessert.
I do not usually break down my menu choices in reviews but I made special note of each item for this review.
Updated from previous review on 2024-05-09
Pros: Variety in menu choices, Value for my choices on this visit, Very flavorful - unique to my palate
Cons: Language barrier - Chinese isn't in my vocabulary, Only dinner portion/pricing available - no lunch
Guest
NehaNataraj
Points +487
Good food - Edit
12/16/23: Love that it's all vegan chinese food!
Read moreWe got the steamed vegetable dumplings, which had a nice flavor but were a little bland and disappointing, to be honest. The sauce wasn't very strong so we mixed in some soy sauce to improve the flavor.
We got 3 mains and shared: stewed vegetable pot, vegetable garden, and vegetable mooshu. The vegetable garden was pretty bland and simple. In contrast, the stewed vegetable pot and the vegetable mooshu were delicious and very flavorful.
We ordered dessert: soy cookies 'n cream ice cream, which was also delicious.
Pros: Good, simple, nourishing food , Good prices
Cons: Some of the food was bland
Guest
OrgFarmer18
Points +24
We Keep Coming Back! - Edit
We moved to a nearby town in early 2023 and had despaired of finding reliably good, affordable vegan food. Then we discovered SuTao and are so glad we did. Everything we have ordered in four visits has been tasty and the portions are generous. Dining atmosphere is friendly and upbeat. Make sure to leave room for desert! Online ordering is a bit tricky, because you can write comments about your preferences, but their app does not translate your comments so that the kitchen staff can read them. Safest to call the restaurant after you place the order to make sure your comments are understood. Also, my favorite vegan restaurants elsewhere include seasonal vegetables, (like snap peas, hearty greens, fresh ginger, even fruits like apples and mangoes) in their recipes. Such an addition at SuTao would make their dishes even more nutritious and colorful. Definitely better than 4 stars, but still room for improvement.
Read morePros: extensive menu, courteous service, care about your allergies & food sensitivities
Cons: Menu has icon for "Gluten-free" but no GF dishes
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gracecan
Points +366
Needs to work on sanitation and health violations - Edit
Su Tao has a lot of great options. Their buffet (back in the pre-covid days) was a great deal. However, after knowing what I know now, I can't return unless the owners go through great lengths to improve. A few months back, they had too many health code violations and were temporarily shut down. Their violations and reports are public record if anyone wants to look them up... There have been many over the years. I remember when I used to go there were stickers left on produce that was then cooked. All this to say, I would go back if owners made great efforts to improve cleanliness and sanitation. I hate to give a negative review to a vegan establishment but this needs to be addressed.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-27
OrgFarmer18
Your recent review of a restaurant I like very much raised concern. You are correct that there have been violations in recent years, most recently in August of 2023. However, they did pass the follow-up inspection in September 2023. Rather than continue to boycott them for past errors, might I suggest you go back and commend them for their improvements and be supportive of their efforts to stay ahead of the game?
Read moregracecan
They have been out of compliance more than they have been in since April 2022. They failed in July 2023 with 27 issues and failed 2 more follow ups meant to address those issues until they passed on the 3rd try you are referring to. I would hardly say that constitutes change and rectifying the situation especially when follow ups check for the issues that they were made aware of from the previous visit, not new ones that may have presented themselves in between.
Read moreDannyRebel
I did not read these reviews prior to having a nice lunch here today. Further investigating shows the issues recurring again after the comments above (4/2024). The records are very very sad and I would not have tried this place had I done my homework. I had a superb meal but cannot ignore the inspection reports. We expect much more from an all-vegan establishment.
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AimeeTheresa
Points +297
Delicious - Edit
The food was excellent. I had fried wontons, orange chicken, and my husband had general tso’s tofu. Everything was really good. We’ve been meaning to come here for a while and this will be a new favorite.
Read morePros: Great menu , All kinds of vegan choices, Good value
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slikespizza
Points +1558
Standard Chinese Fare - Edit
I recently had vegetable dumplings, shrimp toast and golden eggplant. I have also been to their buffet many years ago. The food here is a little more bland than I would have liked but not bad. This was one of the first vegan restaurants in the area, maybe the first. I’ll give them that!!
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pauldub
Points +358
SuTao is SuPer (bada-bump!) - Edit
Restaurants like SuTao prove that you don’t have to live in a big city to have access to awesome vegan food. Some friends and I recently went here after a fur protest at Louis Vuitton in King of Prussia Mall (can you believe people still pay for animals to be electrocuted or bludgeoned for a piece of clothing, what is up with that?!?). It felt really good knowing you can find compassionate people everywhere running compassionate businesses.
Read moreI had the Stewed Vegetable Pot (stewed Chinese cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, mushrooms and veggie meatballs), Cumin ‘Lamb’ Kabobs, and the spring rolls. All super tasty. The vegetable pot was brimming with crisp veggies and tender veggie meatballs in a savoury brown sauce and the spring rolls big and crunchy. The kabobs were outstanding, virtually identical to the animal versions I sadly used to enjoy from the Xian BBQ carts in Elmhurst and Flushing, NYC. I also tried a friend’s sesame chicken which was also delicious. The only miss at our table might have been the Spicy Sichuan Style Tofu, which tasted a bit one-dimensional.
Overall, it was great experience. Good food, nice space and friendly staff/owner. If I didn’t live so far away I’d be a regular. Definitely swing by if you’re in the area (or plan a detour)!
Pros: 100% vegan menu, Delicious food at good prices, Friendly staff
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Pammsie
Points +82
The best! - Edit
This is our favorite place. We miss the buffet since Covid, but plenty to choose from on the menu. Staff is wonderful, prices are fair.
Read morePros: Nice variety, Clean
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brian3206
Points +31
THE BEST - Edit
The orange chicken and the spring rolls were absolutely delicious!! Best Chinese food I ever had and I’m from NYC area. So that’s saying a lot.
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ScottMuir
Points +41
Long-standing, often forgotten mainstay - Edit
Creative and consistent vegan Chinese food, including mock fish, chicken, beef, and more…even saw mock eel. Buffet has not been open since covid, but the full menu is still available. Quiet and relaxed, a great spot for dinner.
Read morePros: Many options, Something for everyone
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bldudas
Points +40
Great food - Edit
Vegan Chinese food! What's not to love? I am not used to being able to select anything off a menu, let alone this type of food.
Read moreI got the miso soup and sesame chicken. They were both so good! The miso soup was the best I've tasted outside of Japan.
Would definitely go back. #Veganuary
Pros: All vegan
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MiroNemet
Points +163
Delicious - Edit
The service was fast, the food was prepared fresh and tasted amazing. The portions were large. We had the Orange Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken and Kung Pao Chicken.
Read morePros: Large portions , Wide selection, Affordably priced
Cons: Restaurant could use a facelift
myahbunny
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