Vegan
American
Delivery
Take-out
An American in Shanghai making comfort food. Relocated from 388 Shaanxi Nan Rd. Apr 2018 reported fully vegan. Confirmed closed, Jul 2018.
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25 Reviews
First Review by Tianci
MontannaStoneman
Points +71
Good - Edit
I have been to Happy Buddha before at their old location and I absolutely loved it! The services was amazing and I loved the food, there were so many different choices I just couldn’t decided. I have now been to their pop up locations 3 times and I’m starting to enjoy it more and more each time I go. The first time I have a really bad experience, there was something about the food that made me feel really sick and I told myself I wasn’t going to go back. I did end up going back though and I had a much better time. I normally now go just so I can get a quick bite to eat after class but I still find that nothing really pops out to me on the new menu. The food it good but nothing that makes me say “wow”, I wouldn’t go out of my way to go here but it is a good option that’s close by.
Read morePros: Reasonable prices , Quick service , Nice area
Cons: Not many food options , Average quality of food , Recipe isn’t always consistent
Guest
Sorana
Points +2285
American style - Edit
We tried the chorizo seitan burrito and the hot dog with chips and both were ok. Taste-wise the meals were satisfying, but not out of this world.
Read morePros: All vegan, easy choices
Guest
starmz123
Points +38
Plant-based comfort paradise - Edit
Great ambience - country and blues in the background, dim diner lighting, AMAZING food. Delicious, vaguely unidentifiable and addictive, this place warms you up inside out.
Read moreEspecially great on a rainy afternoon after everyone's had lunch.
Pros: DELICIOUS American-style comfort food
Cons: Not a huge menu
Guest
TheresaChristine
Points +21
Love this place! Highly recommended for great, satisfying veg food - Edit
I ate here ate the old location but it is definitely on my list when I return to Shanghai. I had a delicious wrap and the vegan brownie and was so happy. The food was fresh, I liked that they didn't rely on a bunch of soy substitutes, and the portions were just the right size.
Read moreThe owner is also really nice and asked a lot of my questions about the city.
Pros: Delicious!, Fresh food
Guest
SamanthaBurns
Points +165
Unpleasantly surprised - Edit
I was really excited for this place after reading awesome reviews, but didn't really find it to be very special or especially delicious. The location has changed and its now inside a country bar which was disheartening to see a cow skull and signs for steak up on the wall. My pizza was pretty average and nothing on the menu really stuck out to me. Only good thing to say is it's vegan food!
Read morePros: Western vegan options
Cons: Inside omni restaurant
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Brit
Points +76
Love this place! - Edit
Happy Buddha is awesome. I attended Thanksgiving there last year which was phenomenal. Owner Lindsey is a lovely person! Definitely try the Mexican crunch wrap (absolutely delicious).
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scottyknows007
Points +20
A must go for vegans and vegetarians coming to Shanghai!!! - Edit
Place is had to find as it is not labeled on the outside other than a HB on the door. They were moving locations so menu was very limited but they had wraps and cake so we ordered both. WOW the food was good!! Cake was even better!! Met the owner Lindsay who was from Denver and the manager Ben from London.. they were great company and very hospitable! Food was so good I left to find an ATM and come back to buy more for the following day. They are moving locations but hopefully will be able to try more food before we leave.
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AvrilLh
Points +16
very good - Edit
In a country which vegan nutrition is hard to do. I was lucky to try Happy Buddha. Nice food. Nice service.
Read morePros: all vegan
Guest
erisstpottwale
Points +52
Chocolate Brownie FTW - Edit
The restaurant is not big but looks nice from the in- and outside. I personally ate way better vegan burgers before but the quesadillas and the choclate brownie with ice cream were incredibly delicious! Stuff is english speaking nice and helpful!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-04-10
Guest
sophienthorpe
Points +28
vegan comfort food - Edit
This place is now all completely vegan! Such a great and varied menu with some comfort food choices and some healthier choices. I had the spicy black bean burger which I’d recommend. They also do the most amazing cakes.. I definitely recommend the coconut and rum cake! Friendly, English speaking staff and they hold events too.. they invited me to their all you can eat Taco Tuesday :) They also make all of their sauces/butter/mayo etc in-house and sell them in jars! I bought a jar of their pesto and it’s delicious.
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Shanghai Sally
Points +312
vegan breakfast !! - Edit
I love happy Buddha and am a regular. I am very excited that they are now doing breakfasts too starting at 9.30- and that these are delicious. I’ve tried the quiche and the burrito - both are so wholesome and tasty. There’s not many places in Shanghai where you can get a solid western style vegan breakfast and happy Buddha has filled this gap for me. Seems like their menu is constantly evolving and the coffee hits the spot too. Great way to start the day and to support a small local vegan business. Highly recommended.
Read morePros: open at 9.30, all vegan , western style
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silverlady
Points +44
Little treat - Edit
Went here while visiting Shanghai. The food was good, the place was small but welcoming. It also has a separate healthy juice bar at the front of the shop.
Read moreI had a hot dog, we also tried the mint choc chip ice cream which was fabulous and The chocolate brownie was to die for.
Pros: Vegan , Welcoming , Clean
Cons: Quite small
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jopy
Points +115
Yummy and Friendly - Edit
The burgers are excellent and the owner is super sweet. I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in Shanghai!
Read moreJust a note that the hours are 11:00-21:00.
Pros: Great foods, Great price, Friendly owner
Cons: None
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Veganastas
Points +42
Great place in Shanghai - Edit
Whenever I am in Shanghai I make sure to stop by Happy Buddha. Most of their stuff are a good combination of tasty and nutritious, the place has a good vibe especially when there are less people, and staff is friendly. Good location, just south from Shaanxi Nanlu Metro station. Taco Tuesday is a must.
Read morePros: Decent choice of dishes, Friendly staff, Diverse sources of protein
Cons: A bit pricey, Some of the customers are obnoxious hipsters
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thevegscram
Points +52
Cozy Cafe with Delicious Food - Edit
This is a cafe/restaurant with a cozy atmosphere and some yummie vegetarian and vegan food. I had the pesto panini, sweet potato chips and iced lemon tea (amazing). Also had the chocolate cake afterwards which was good. It wasn't too expensive as it is self service too. Overall definitely go check it out, there is a little health food store downstairs which is cool.
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HaileyPoLa
Points +1118
Nice salad and mac and cheese - Edit
I really enjoyed the caesar salad with vegan mac and cheese I had. Wasn't a big fan of the hotdog because of the consistency of the vegan sausage, but I'd like to go again next time and try more items.
Read moreSince it's a vegetarian restaurant I naturally looked for the vegan labeling on the menu, but found the labeling system a bit confusing. Some items have a sign that indicates that vegan options are available, while the majority of the items don't have any signs but they're actually already vegan.
Pros: great location, nice food, cozy vibe
Guest
MichaelRobinson
Points +3375
A warm welcome. - Edit
Been here 3 times now for tasty burgers with sweet potato crisps (chips in American but not as we English understand chips). The taco Tuesday night is a good deal if you're hungry, all you can eat tacos for 88RMB, plenty of delicious fillings & it includes vegan ice cream. The staff are friendly especially the guy who speaks great English & seems eternally happy. It's not fine dining but it's comfy & tasty, the kind of place I prefer. I'll be a very happy repeat customer.
Read morePros: Tasty, Welcoming, Reasonable.
Guest
Pelouse
Points +380
No more dairy！ - Edit
Although initially vegetarian, they are now at least phasing out all the dairy cheese from the menu and switching it for vegan cheeses (which they also sell in jars for you to use at home!). The chef, Ben, always tries to please vegan guests as much as he can.
Read moreMy favourites are the quesadillas, pesto panini and that sinful coconut rum cake. And their ice creams! Hope they add more and more ice-cream flavours soon.
Last time I went there with a non-vegan friend who said the burger was a bit dry. I didn't try it, but it did look a little dry. She said the chocolate cake is to die for.
Drinks are expensive BUT there is free water!
Pros: vegan cheese, convenient location, friendly service
Cons: drinks are expensive
Guest
dansan
Points +21
Great Comfort Food - Edit
I'm not a big fan of seitan, but I've still enjoyed many vegan dishes here - my favorites are the nachos, hotdog, and shepard's pie.
Read moreTheir desserts are some of my favorites in Shanghai. The chocolate cake, brownie, and vegan ice cream are all outstanding, non-vegans/vegetarians will love them as well.
Happy Buddha also regularly has deals throughout the week such as BOGO veggie burgers on Monday evenings.
The staff are very friendly and it's at a great location - the restaurant is above an eco-conscious/health food store.
Pros: English Menu
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huawhenua
Points +2884
Great western food, Nice vibe. - Edit
This great little place consists of a small store selling health products and food downstairs, and a lovely cafe upstairs.
Read moreIt has a great vibe, nice interior, and a great selection of quality western vegetarian food at a reasonable price (30-50 yuan per main). There are many vegan options, and most other dishes can be made vegan on request.
It was a lovely place to have a relaxed lunch.
Pros: Good quality food, nice vibe, English menu
Cons: Not good for large groups, have to walk up the stairs to get there
Guest
SophieSummers
Points +172
So good!! - Edit
I went there twice and it was always very delicious :)
Read moreThere cakes are like heaven!! Highly recommend this place. Took me a while to finde it, because it is on the second floor of a shop, but totally worth it!
Guest
SuBravo
Points +406
I loved this place! - Edit
Amazing food and nice place. I just want to go to Shanghai to go back there :) 100% recommended!
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femiknitter
Points +27
Best vegetarian food in Shanghai! - Edit
I absolutely love seitan and was introduced to it when Serenity Seitan (now Happy Buddha) first started. I was hooked! I love the transformation of some of my favorite comfort foods from the US into vegetarian dishes featuring seitan. The mexican wrap is my favorite but also worthy of note are the cheezsteak sandwiches and pesto wraps. Visit Happy Buddha, you won't be sorry!
Read morePros: Great atmosphere, Excellent food, Big portions
Guest
blaim
Points +244
Seitan in Shanghai! - Edit
I went because I saw they had Seitan, and well, that is hard to find on the road. A welcome addition to Shanghai's veggie/vegan food scene. I would have preferred it if the Seitan bites were thicker piece of Seitan though. They were more like breaded bagel chips than delicious chewy Seitan. Still, go, support them, and eat delicious freshly made food. I hear their deserts are awesome too.
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Tianci
Points +419
Closed on Monday! - Edit
Unfortunately we arrived on a Monday, and they are closed! We will try to get back here again soon and post a review. I've submitted an update to post their hours. Therefore I am only posting a 3 cows rating as we have not actually been there, but I must post a rating in order to post this information.
Read moreHowever, a couple of suggestions for finding the Happy Buddha: It is closer to the Jiashan Subway station off the #9 line than it is from the Shaanxi South Station off the #1 and #10 lines. The actual location is through the Jiashan Market gate and straight down the alley at the address: 259 Jiashan Rd. Once you head down the alley, the Happy Buddha is easy to find!
Tianci
Update! Now that we've had a chance to visit we highly recommend Happy Buddha! The staff is super friendly, speak English, and the food prices are reasonable with good sized portions. My only regret is that I did not know that I would not be able to post another review. HappyCow limits you to only one review per location. :-(
Read moreStop in sometime and have a bite! You'll be glad you did (we were!).
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