About Po Lin Monastery Restaurant

The gentle hum of visitors and the faint scent of incense set a contemplative mood long before dining begins. Patience often plays a role here since the seating accommodates large crowds, yet the environment remains calm. Those seeking glimpses of Po Lin Monastery Restaurant photos online will notice the understated simplicity of the space, reflecting its spiritual surroundings rather than flashy design. While the service manages to stay courteous despite the bustling atmosphere, some might find the wait times a bit lengthy during peak hours, which is worth considering when planning a visit.

Amid the offerings, innovative vegetarian adaptations of traditional dishes stand out, showcasing an unusual yet satisfying complexity of flavors. The menu deftly balances hearty and light options, from richly spiced faux meats to steaming bowls of vegetable dumplings that complement the meditative appeal of the monastery setting. Discussions found in various Po Lin Monastery Restaurant reviews often highlight this thoughtful culinary approach, although a few diners mention that certain textures can feel repetitive across the courses. Still, the meals cater well to those curious about vegetarian cuisine rooted in cultural and historical significance.

Walking away with a sense of quiet reflection, the overall experience ties closely to the intent of the location itself. While it might not offer the brisk efficiency or modern ambiance of more commercial dining venues, the restaurant delivers a unique encounter steeped in tranquility and mindful eating. For anyone exploring vegetarian options in Hong Kong, the Po Lin Monastery restaurant stands as a contemplative pause rather than a quick meal stop, a facet easily appreciated through detailed reviews and shared stories from previous guests.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great dessert

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Offerings

Offerings

+ Coffee

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Vegetarian options

Dining options

Dining options

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Historic

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Cash only

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sunday: 11:30 AM - 05:00 PM
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+852 2985 4736

Ngong Ping, Hong Kong

Reviews

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Food is not diverse. Just a fixed menu set and need to purchase per head. Food taste ok. Service is ok, but not attentive and quite clumsy. People is a bit noisy around.

- Min Min -

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By the time we came down from the Big Buddha via the 268 steps, it was lunch time! There is a wide range of restaurants at the foot of the area but we opted for the vegetarian / vegan meal in the Po Lin Monastery Restaurant (寶蓮禪寺齋堂). Their Luxury Set Menu for 5 people (HKD150 pp, children under the age of 5 eat for free) consists of a soup of the day, 6 main dishes, and boiled rice. Even though it was vegetarian / vegan meal, we enjoyed it and were full. It had variety of textures and flavours. All natural.

- Nancy S -

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