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Vi Lai

Vietnamese, Vegetarian, Garden Dining

Vegetarian

$$$

Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims

  • Request a lotus table over the water with cushions for a special dining experience.
  • Good to know: Be prepared for potentially slow service especially during quieter times.
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  • Plan for dinner with friends or dates to enjoy the calm, garden ambiance.
  • Good to know: Avoid special spring rolls as some find them dry and bitter.
  • Good to know: Check drink availability ahead, as some items on the menu may be unavailable.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention fresh rolls, hot pot and curry.

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Also forest mushroom pâté, fried rice and spring rolls.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for generous portions and attentive service.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Dinner

About

Vi Lai is an upscale vegetarian restaurant established in 2018 in Hanoi, offering a large menu with mostly vegan dishes and some dairy items. The venue features garden seating with a koi pond and a misty lotus table area over the water that creates a unique ambiance. While the food often impresses with dishes like forest mushroom pâté and hot pot, recent reviews note inconsistent quality and portion sizes, with some guests finding the prices high and service slow.

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67 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hanoi, Vietnam, 100000

Opening hours

Monday
09:30–22:00
Tuesday
09:30–22:00
Wednesday
09:30–22:00
Thursday
09:30–22:00
Friday
09:30–22:00
Saturday
09:30–22:00
Sunday
09:30–22:00

the food

3.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.9 16 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
mushrooms, tofu

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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