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Zen Xin Vegetarian Restaurant
Chinese Dim Sum, Vegetarian Menu, Outdoor Seating
Worth ordering: Currynamed in 6 reviews
Vegetarian
$$
Top tips
Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: uncertain ingredients
- Try the Sichuan Kung Pao Monkey Head Mushrooms, a favorite dish.
- Good to know: Expect longer waiting times especially during busy hours.
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- Inform staff if you need egg-free dishes as some menu items contain egg.
- The yam ring and jade spinach tofu are recommended for their unique flavors.
- Good to know: Some drinks contain honey or syrup rather than fresh ingredients.
Must-try
Worth ordering: Fried rice
Worth ordering: Kung pao monkey head mushrooms
Worth ordering: Tofu
People also mention spinach tofu, tof-ish and satay.
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Also abalone crispy mushrooms, amaranth soup and aubergine sambal.
Good for
The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing
Praised for friendly service, attentive service and beautiful interior.
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Also praised for good value and cozy atmosphere.
Good to know
About
Zen Xin Vegetarian serves a wide variety of Cantonese and Malaysian Chinese vegetarian dishes including dim sum and traditional favorites like monkey head mushrooms and jade spinach tofu. This spacious two-floor eatery, housed in a historic shophouse, welcomes solo diners and groups with friendly service and a relaxed vibe. Prices are moderate, with dishes like the yam ring priced at RM26 and herbal teas at RM5.50, making it a spot popular for lunch and dinner among locals and visitors alike.
Visit
Open the map42, Jalan Nagor, 10050 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
- Thursday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
- Friday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
- Saturday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
- Sunday
- 11:00–14:00, 17:15–21:00
eating vegan
Very vegan-friendly
- vegan options
- Many · 5–10 dishes
- menu
- Clearly marked
- staff
- Knowledgeable
- protein
- tofu, mushrooms, mock meat
Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.
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