Discover Shanghai's Hidden Vegetarian Gems with a Guide.
Explore the creativity and possibility of Chinese Vegetarian Cuisine!
Hi there, vegetarian lovers and travelers!
Shanghai offers various vegetarian options influenced by Buddhism and Chinese heritage. However, the language barrier can be challenging for adventurous vegetarians. I'm here to guide you based on your preferences and budget, whether you're looking for authentic street food, afternoon snacks or Michelin-starred restaurants.
Vegetarian Breakfast Custom Tour
Start Your Day with a Plant-Based Adventure!
Join me for a guided morning tour through Shanghai’s bustling street morning markets. Taste authentic street food like Jianbing, crispy sesame flatbread, scallion pancakes, and freshly steamed vegetable buns. All vegetarian, all delicious, and prepared freshly every morning.
Visit and Dine at Local Vegetarian Restaurants
Eliminate the language barrier and eat vegetarian like the locals
This is a great opportunity to try Chinese Buddhist cuisine at the historic vegetarian Restaurant (established over a century ago in Shanghai). I will be in charge of ordering the items and explaining what they are, how we call them, etc. Enjoy a decadent, nourishing lunch or dinner with authentic recipes passed down for centuries—completely meat-free, intensely flavorful, and rooted in spiritual tradition.
Foreigner-Friendly Restaurant Suggestions
Eat Confidently—No Language Barrier, No Worries
I can create a guide to foreigner-friendly all-vegetarian restaurants with English menus or local restaurants with vegetarian options and a list of dishes in both Chinese and English that my previous vegetarian clients have enjoyed; in this way, you are enabled to choose and taste your Chinese food adventure autonomously without any confusing moments. Click the button below to submit your requirement or book a consultation.
High-End Vegetarian Dinner Booking and Reservation
Indulge in Shanghai's Finest Vegetarian Dining.
Let me handle your reservations at some of Shanghai’s most prestigious vegetarian restaurants, including Michelin-starred spots. From elegant fine dining experiences to creative modern plant-based cuisine, or dine like an emperor/empress in ancient times. You’ll experience the best Shanghai has to offer in vegetarian luxury.
Private Chinese Vegetarian Cooking Class
Learn the art of making your delicious and authentic vegetarian dishes
Meet Yin, a certified dim sum master and learn the secrets behind Shanghai’s beloved xiaolongbao and many other vegetarian dishes in a hands-on class at a local studio in the Lane Houses. You’ll learn traditional techniques, their history, and recipes to bring home. A perfect for food lovers and curious cooks alike!
Ask me about Vegetarian Food in Shanghai
In China, we've got some delicious vegetarian options like "chicken," "duck," and “seafood,” along with a wide variety of soy-based and mushroom dishes that you won't find in many other places. These can be steamed, fried, braised, or boiled. Mapo tofu, anyone?
— Genie Yip