Vegan
Chinese
Buffet
Salad bar
Take-out
Asian
Vegan restaurant in the Great Valley Shopping Center. Offers an all-you-can-eat price. Has brown rice, vegan ice cream. Open Mon 11:30am-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:30am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-9:30pm, Sun 12:30pm-9:00pm.
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81 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA, 19355
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75 Reviews
First Review by greggh
nanitree
Points +1122
A go-to for us! - Edit
We like this place and go several times a year. They have a big menu and lots of alternative meats and seafood to try! Will add photos and more details soon.
Read moreUpdate:
Went back another time and the food was just too salty and seemed to rely too much on soy sauce for flavoring.
Updated from previous review on 2024-02-09
Pros: Big menu, Never a wait
Cons: Food can be too salty (too much soy sauce)
Guest
tesssclark
Points +68
Craving Satisfied! - Edit
Can’t believe how many menu options they have! Will definitely be back to try more. The 3 items I had were all delicious!
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LisaJax
Points +65
What a great find! - Edit
This place is a pleasant surprise. It is a small "mom and pop" Chinese restaurant, located in an older strip mall, right next to an arcade. This is not where we expected to find an all-vegan restaurant, with a health conscious message. The food was great and the staff were friendly. We had hot and sour soup, general tso's chicken, shrimp toast, and the stir fry vegetable wrap. The wrap was the biggest surprise and we would highly suggest it. Additionally, the prices are very reasonable.
Read morePros: variety of vegan options, chef was willing to make adjustments to dishes, relaxing atmosphere
Cons: located in an older strip mall, buffet is back, but only o weekends
Guest
beckylong
Points +1867
Vegan Chinese Cuisine 🤤 - Edit
We were VERY excited to try this restaurant and I was so happy they had a vegan version of Sweet & Sour Chicken - I REALLY missed it since eating exclusively plants! The Dragon Dumplings were so good too (even though we still don’t know what they were)!! It’s out of the way for us, but we’ll definitely be going back!
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E.Jasinski
Points +13
Consistently great food - Edit
Vegan establishment serving up consistently good dishes. Huge menu of options. Full buffet several times a year for special occasions.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-30
Pros: Consistency , The Hot Pot is a must get
Guest
DannyRebel
Points +280
Unexpected Flavor Explosion - Edit
With Asian food, Chinese is not my favorite. But, yes. Just Yes. I was visiting Malvern, PA for a few hours at the precise opportune time of opening.
Read moreDining in, I carefully went over the extensive menu and chose Steamed Vegetable Bun. Language challenges were not helpful but, Vegan. That's all I needed to know. Two large fluffy moist biscuits stuffed with some mushroom concoction was savory and a good value.
At the end of the six page food menu were Su Tao Rollups. The Grilled String Bean and Turkey came in a grilled whole wheat wrap and took my breath away. With two of these, another good value, too. Side of white or brown rice included.
I definitely left room for vegan ice cream. Of the many flavors, I had the Pistachio. I know that if I had a container of this type of vegan ice cream, I would not be able to stop.
I am listing that a "con" is no lunch portions on the menu. Everything are dinner portions. I may have also had soup if there was only one bun and one rollup, and most likely a second vegan ice cream dessert.
I do not usually break down my menu choices in reviews but I made special note of each item for this review.
Updated from previous review on 2024-05-09
Pros: Variety in menu choices, Value for my choices on this visit, Very flavorful - unique to my palate
Cons: Language barrier - Chinese isn't in my vocabulary, Only dinner portion/pricing available - no lunch
Guest
NehaNataraj
Points +441
Good food - Edit
12/16/23: Love that it's all vegan chinese food!
Read moreWe got the steamed vegetable dumplings, which had a nice flavor but were a little bland and disappointing, to be honest. The sauce wasn't very strong so we mixed in some soy sauce to improve the flavor.
We got 3 mains and shared: stewed vegetable pot, vegetable garden, and vegetable mooshu. The vegetable garden was pretty bland and simple. In contrast, the stewed vegetable pot and the vegetable mooshu were delicious and very flavorful.
We ordered dessert: soy cookies 'n cream ice cream, which was also delicious.
Pros: Good, simple, nourishing food , Good prices
Cons: Some of the food was bland
Guest
OrgFarmer18
Points +24
We Keep Coming Back! - Edit
We moved to a nearby town in early 2023 and had despaired of finding reliably good, affordable vegan food. Then we discovered SuTao and are so glad we did. Everything we have ordered in four visits has been tasty and the portions are generous. Dining atmosphere is friendly and upbeat. Make sure to leave room for desert! Online ordering is a bit tricky, because you can write comments about your preferences, but their app does not translate your comments so that the kitchen staff can read them. Safest to call the restaurant after you place the order to make sure your comments are understood. Also, my favorite vegan restaurants elsewhere include seasonal vegetables, (like snap peas, hearty greens, fresh ginger, even fruits like apples and mangoes) in their recipes. Such an addition at SuTao would make their dishes even more nutritious and colorful. Definitely better than 4 stars, but still room for improvement.
Read morePros: extensive menu, courteous service, care about your allergies & food sensitivities
Cons: Menu has icon for "Gluten-free" but no GF dishes
Guest
gracecan
Points +334
Needs to work on sanitation and health violations - Edit
Su Tao has a lot of great options. Their buffet (back in the pre-covid days) was a great deal. However, after knowing what I know now, I can't return unless the owners go through great lengths to improve. A few months back, they had too many health code violations and were temporarily shut down. Their violations and reports are public record if anyone wants to look them up... There have been many over the years. I remember when I used to go there were stickers left on produce that was then cooked. All this to say, I would go back if owners made great efforts to improve cleanliness and sanitation. I hate to give a negative review to a vegan establishment but this needs to be addressed.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-27
OrgFarmer18
Your recent review of a restaurant I like very much raised concern. You are correct that there have been violations in recent years, most recently in August of 2023. However, they did pass the follow-up inspection in September 2023. Rather than continue to boycott them for past errors, might I suggest you go back and commend them for their improvements and be supportive of their efforts to stay ahead of the game?
Read moregracecan
They have been out of compliance more than they have been in since April 2022. They failed in July 2023 with 27 issues and failed 2 more follow ups meant to address those issues until they passed on the 3rd try you are referring to. I would hardly say that constitutes change and rectifying the situation especially when follow ups check for the issues that they were made aware of from the previous visit, not new ones that may have presented themselves in between.
Read moreDannyRebel
I did not read these reviews prior to having a nice lunch here today. Further investigating shows the issues recurring again after the comments above (4/2024). The records are very very sad and I would not have tried this place had I done my homework. I had a superb meal but cannot ignore the inspection reports. We expect much more from an all-vegan establishment.
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taloskhaos
Points +48
My first vegan restaurant experience - Edit
This was the first all-vegan place I went to a number of years ago, and I continue to come here from time to time as a special treat, despite it being 30+ mins away from me. While I do have a mild criticism that they tend to emulate greasy Americanized Chinese food a little too closely, they have some absolutely delicious items. The cumin lamb vegan meat is amazing, the fried mushrooms are also really good. What I am also amazed by is the sheer selection, their selection is big even when compared to a typical Chinese restaurant, as a Vegan it is almost overwhelming given I am so used to only having a couple options. But there is something really nice about going to a place that normalizes 100% vegan food and you don't have to worry about ordering anything that might have animal product in. The staff is also superbly nice.
Read morePros: 100% Vegan
Cons: The place is a bit older and lived in
Guest
AimeeTheresa
Points +265
Delicious - Edit
The food was excellent. I had fried wontons, orange chicken, and my husband had general tso’s tofu. Everything was really good. We’ve been meaning to come here for a while and this will be a new favorite.
Read morePros: Great menu , All kinds of vegan choices, Good value
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slikespizza
Points +971
Standard Chinese Fare - Edit
I recently had vegetable dumplings, shrimp toast and golden eggplant. I have also been to their buffet many years ago. The food here is a little more bland than I would have liked but not bad. This was one of the first vegan restaurants in the area, maybe the first. I’ll give them that!!
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pauldub
Points +304
SuTao is SuPer (bada-bump!) - Edit
Restaurants like SuTao prove that you don’t have to live in a big city to have access to awesome vegan food. Some friends and I recently went here after a fur protest at Louis Vuitton in King of Prussia Mall (can you believe people still pay for animals to be electrocuted or bludgeoned for a piece of clothing, what is up with that?!?). It felt really good knowing you can find compassionate people everywhere running compassionate businesses.
Read moreI had the Stewed Vegetable Pot (stewed Chinese cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, mushrooms and veggie meatballs), Cumin ‘Lamb’ Kabobs, and the spring rolls. All super tasty. The vegetable pot was brimming with crisp veggies and tender veggie meatballs in a savoury brown sauce and the spring rolls big and crunchy. The kabobs were outstanding, virtually identical to the animal versions I sadly used to enjoy from the Xian BBQ carts in Elmhurst and Flushing, NYC. I also tried a friend’s sesame chicken which was also delicious. The only miss at our table might have been the Spicy Sichuan Style Tofu, which tasted a bit one-dimensional.
Overall, it was great experience. Good food, nice space and friendly staff/owner. If I didn’t live so far away I’d be a regular. Definitely swing by if you’re in the area (or plan a detour)!
Pros: 100% vegan menu, Delicious food at good prices, Friendly staff
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Pammsie
Points +82
The best! - Edit
This is our favorite place. We miss the buffet since Covid, but plenty to choose from on the menu. Staff is wonderful, prices are fair.
Read morePros: Nice variety, Clean
Guest
brian3206
Points +31
THE BEST - Edit
The orange chicken and the spring rolls were absolutely delicious!! Best Chinese food I ever had and I’m from NYC area. So that’s saying a lot.
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ScottMuir
Points +34
Long-standing, often forgotten mainstay - Edit
Creative and consistent vegan Chinese food, including mock fish, chicken, beef, and more…even saw mock eel. Buffet has not been open since covid, but the full menu is still available. Quiet and relaxed, a great spot for dinner.
Read morePros: Many options, Something for everyone
Guest
bldudas
Points +36
Great food - Edit
Vegan Chinese food! What's not to love? I am not used to being able to select anything off a menu, let alone this type of food.
Read moreI got the miso soup and sesame chicken. They were both so good! The miso soup was the best I've tasted outside of Japan.
Would definitely go back. #Veganuary
Pros: All vegan
Guest
MiroNemet
Points +163
Delicious - Edit
The service was fast, the food was prepared fresh and tasted amazing. The portions were large. We had the Orange Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken and Kung Pao Chicken.
Read morePros: Large portions , Wide selection, Affordably priced
Cons: Restaurant could use a facelift
myahbunny
👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻
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Natasha_Rae
Points +38
Oh My Goodness! - Edit
This place is amazing! Try the hot and sour soup and kabobs!!! 😮💨🙌
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brainke
Points +56
Excellent - Edit
Delicious Chinese food. Everything is Vegan. Large servings.
Read morePros: Tons of vegan choices, Typical Chinese menu., Delicious!
Guest
KristaNicole
Points +96
Will be back! - Edit
All Vegan Chinese. Expansive menu that is separated up by mock meat, noodles, and specialities.
Read morePros: All vegan, Has buffet (not back since COVID)
Cons: Slow service, but worth the wait!
Guest
bghundley
Points +33
Not what I expected - Edit
Service was quick but they were so empty I asked if they were closed. While I was overwhelmed with the large size of the portions, I was also quite disappointed with the food. Wish I had liked it but of the dishes we tried (Gen Tso, veg noodle lasagna, veg wonton soup and veg fried rice) we left them all on the table except for the fried rice. May have been an off night (Wed. Night) but honestly the food tasted like it was warmed over from previous day. No hot tea or even a fortune cookie. I have never seen my partner want to get out of a restaurant so bad as this place.
Read moreI am editing my review because I felt quite unwell later after eating here.
Updated from previous review on 2022-09-01
Pros: 100% vegan, generous portions
Cons: Meat substitutes in most dishes.not for me., Gen Tso was very doughy and rubbery.Rewarmed?, No beverages offered. Not even a fortune cookie.
bghundley
They would benefit from shrinking down the size of their menu and doing a few things well.
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VeganRev
Points +16
Great meal - Edit
Great meal with leftovers
Read morePros: All vegan menu, Lots of gluten-free options
Guest
BeesKnees108
Points +13
So Good - Edit
Everything is Vegan!
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ElVegano047
Points +69
Loved This Place!!! - Edit
This week I had the opportunity to try vegan General Tsao’s Chicken, it was very tasty, love it. The staff was very friendly and the ambiance was great. Met a great gentleman (also a customer) Johnny and his wife. They also love Sutao Cafe and are frequent customers there. What a great place to visit. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Very Tasty Food , Friendly Staff , Great Ambiance
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LucySharon
Points +438
May be the best Chinese Food Ever - Edit
We were traveling home on Christmas Day and found this restaurant open. Honestly, it may be the best Chinese food I have ever tasted. From the corn soup, to “Forever Young“ scallion pancake-wrapped vegan turkey and green beans, to the special order of mixed vegetables, I was swooning. The menu had so many choices, and all vegan. Delicious !
Read morePros: Great flavors, Many choices, Friendly service.
Guest
TiffanyJoyner
Points +32
I had eggplant over rice. The sauce was amazing with bits of garlic. - Edit
I had eggplant- it was delicious.
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