Innovative mock meats & classic Chinese veg dishes. Never a bad dish here! [1] Try the fake BBQ meat [2] & vegan rice roll [3].
This vegetarian Chinese restaurant in Chinatown is celebrated for its innovative mock meats and traditional dishes. Patrons consistently praise the quality, with one user noting they've 'never had a bad dish' there [1]. Standout items include the highly recommended fake BBQ meat [2] and the vegan rice roll [3], making it a go-to spot for both vegetarians and omnivores alike.
This establishment offers a highly-regarded vegetarian Chinese and Cantonese menu, with a particular emphasis on mock meats and traditional dishes. The 'fake BBQ meat' is a standout, described as 'heaven' [2], and the vegan rice roll is also a must-try [3]. Patrons have reported never having a bad dish here [1].
"Highly recommended dishes include the 'fake BBQ meat,' praised as 'heaven,' and the vegan rice roll."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant, with many reporting they've 'never had a bad dish' [1]. The mock meats, particularly the 'fake BBQ meat,' are frequently highlighted as exceptional.
Important Note
There is some discussion about the original chef and a split between owners, with one user suggesting the prime culinary experience may now be at Bodhai Kosher on Mulberry Street rather than the original Mott Street location [4].
"Buddha Bodai was included in a list of recommended restaurants."
Positive"Buddha Bodai is an iconic and authentic kosher & vegan Chinese spot in Chinatown that consistently delivers great food."
Positive"The user expresses surprise at the downvotes for mentioning Buddha Bodai's vegan rice roll and praises their mock meats."
Positive"An amazing vegan rice roll is available at this restaurant, which also serves highly praised mock meats."
Positive"Buddha Bodai is recommended as a great vegetarian option."
Positive"This commenter expresses a strong loyalty to the Mulberry Street location of Buddha Bodhai, even preferring it for a team dinner over the Mott Street location. They became a regular at the Mulberry Street branch nearly a decade ago."
Positive"The Buddha Bodhai on Mott Street has not been as good since a falling out between the owners and chef several years ago. The chef then opened Bodhai Kosher on Mulberry Street, and this is where the original acclaimed food is now located."
Negative"In response to a query about Buddha Bodai's soup dumplings, this user provides an Instagram link suggesting they do offer them, possibly for takeout."
Neutral"This user questions whether Buddha Bodai serves soup dumplings, to which another user provides a link suggesting they do."
Neutral"This user recommends Buddha Bodai, although another user initially disputes they have soup dumplings. A link is provided as evidence of their soup dumplings, potentially for takeout."
Neutral"This vegan restaurant in Chinatown, though a 15-minute walk from the original poster's location, was described as "amazing" even by a commenter who enjoys meat."
Positive"A user considers Buddha Bodhi a spot where all dishes are great, particularly highlighting the fake BBQ meat as exceptional."
Positive"Buddha Bodhi on Mott Street is a favorite restaurant for one user, who reports having never had a bad dish there."
Positive"The user recommends Buddha Bodai in response to a request for Chinese herbal soup or lighter Cantonese options."
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