Vegan
Chinese
Delivery
Take-out
Asian
Vegan Chinese food restaurant opened Aug 2020. Offers an extensive menu with a variety of mock meats as well as other choices like stir-fried noodles, pan-fried dumplings, fried rolls, and rice. Open Mon 18:00-21:30, Wed-Fri 18:00-21:30, Sat 18:00-22:00, Sun 18:00-21:30.
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Added by orchidvegan on 02 Aug 2020
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202 Reviews
First Review by MichaelIveson
thegons
Points +222
My favourite vegan restaurant so far. - Edit
I cannot sing this place praises enough. The wait staff are so friendly, and the food? Amazing. My husband has a soya allergy, so I felt a bit bad that he had to avoid most things, but I needn't have done so. He ended up with chips, fried noodles and black bean sauce, with spring rolls for starters. I had the Cantonese style vegan pork char siu, and the sweetcorn soup for starters. I think I've found a replacement for chicken soup finally with the sweetcorn soup! The main as well came with broccoli and was coated in this sweet and salty sauce, which was so good. I can't really say anything more than what I'm saying! Aside from the fried noodles being the best thing I've ever tasted. Everything is so well presented and you are spoilt for choice as to what to have. I wanted to try more, but I didn't want to overface myself. There's also a few options if mock meats aren't your thing, but that is the protein in those cases, so you're still getting something there. The desserts (lemon cheesecake and the chocolate biscuit cheesecake) were also delicious. Anyway, I'll stop waffling, just if you're in York, give this place a try. It's definitely somewhere to take any non-vegans too as even my husband enjoyed it who isn't vegan.
Read morePros: All vegan, decently priced, and really lovely food.
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Helenggvv
Points +431
We need one of this in every town - Edit
Omg we were so happy we found this place! The food felt so similar to what I used to get in Chinese spanish restaurants but all vegan!! I need to go back to try more of the menu.
Read morePros: Affordable , Lots of tasty options, All vegan
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AshleaRooney
Points +32
My Favourite Place to Eat! - Edit
My favourite restaurant while I was studying in York! Particularly loved General Tso’s Vegan Chicken, looking forward to coming back again in the future.
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glittersugar
Points +160
Delicious Asian vegan dishes - Edit
Great service, great food and great prices.
Read morePros: Lots of delicious options, Helpful and friendly staff, Good prices
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philwky
Points +3151
Great Takeaway - Edit
A group of us ordered food to our accommodation whilst visiting York. I had the mock duck starter, and a mock chicken curry with rice for a main. Portion sizes good, food really tasty and would certainly order from again.
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EddyMaya
Points +868
Deliveroo - Edit
Got a Deliveroo from these guys the other evening as I'd been meaning to try them for a while. The menu contains quite a lot of fake meats, which aren't really my thing, but there were also quite a few options with tofu or vegetables.
Read moreWe ordered the sweet & sour battered tofu, the mushroom curry and a couple of portions of boiled rice. Everything was pretty good in a retro 1980s Chinese takeaway kind of way. Nice if you like that kind of thing but I'm not sure I'd rush back.
The bill including delivery & fees came to £20 which seemed fair especially as the portions are quite large.
Pros: 100% vegan, Good value, Quick delivery
Cons: Too much fake meat, not enough fresh veggies
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SarahGilmour
Points +24
Get the mock duck - Edit
Coming from Derby I'd give this place 5 stars just for being a vegan Chinese to be honest as we have very little choice near me, but the food was also really good! I had the bbq mock ducand mushroom rice and it were bang tidy!
Read morePros: Lots of choice , Reasonable price
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T.Whitby
Points +79
Delicious curry - Edit
A group of us ordered takeaway from The Orchid so I haven’t actually been inside the restaurant, but the food we had was fantastic. I had a “chicken” curry with mushroom fried rice and it was everything I hoped it would be. Wasn’t a fan of the spring rolls as they had a strange flavour.
Read morePros: Fully vegan , Good quality , Lots of options to choose from
Cons: Bad spring rolls
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Amy-RoseCollins
Points +26
Incredibly tasty! - Edit
Absolutely amazing!
Read moreA word of warning though, I had the “chicken” fried rice and the “chicken” pieces were scarily like real chicken, so if that bothers you consider avoiding the mock meats or asking beforehand.
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thegreenjazzmonster
Points +299
Amazing *fully Vegan* Asian restaurant! - Edit
I went here for the first time as part of a very large group, which they had no issues accommodating: the quality of the food & service weren't compromised at all. I don't tend to eat mock-meats, which alot of the menu is, but there were still plenty of things I could have, & from what other people were saying, those mock-meats were incredible. As well as all the delicious, authentic Chinese/Asian starters & mains, they also do a good selection of amazing desserts, which you can always make room for! It's absolutely brilliant that this restaurant exists, & from what I can tell it's a thriving business, so hopefully in the future we'll see more places like this. Definitely recommend!
Read morePros: Fully Vegan, Very high-quality, delicious food, Attentive, passionate staff
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WeeBetty
Points +222
Varied menu, unique, tasty food - Edit
We visited The Orchid in October on our last night in York. We couldn't get a table so decided to get a takeaway that we then ate sat by the cathedral. I was pleasantly surprised by the food, especially the duck pancakes and bao buns (I still dream about them!). I can't believe there is a restaurant like this that is 100% vegan. It's definitely worth trying out if you're in York. The only main downside I can think of is that it gets very busy so you should book in advance if you want a table.
Read morePros: Tasty food , Unique menu, Quick and easy service
Cons: A lot of plastic packaging with the takeaway, Couldn't get a table
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Jemmyd
Points +46
Delicious! - Edit
We booked here for a Friday night for 6pm when they opened and within 5 minutes the place was almost full! The service was still really fast and the staff were lovely - they brought me a desert with a candle & sang happy birthday which was so sweet and unexpected! Very yummy, fresh food which arrived quickly & finished off with a coffee liqueur which is a nice treat I rarely see made vegan!
Read morePros: All vegan, Amazing service, Nice atmosphere
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Jemmaceg
Points +1013
If only everywhere was like this! - Edit
A totally regular Chinese/East Asian restaurant, except everything’s vegan. Big tasty portions of all the usual dishes, we shared sweet and sour ‘prawn’, fried rice, garlic veg, gyoza, tom kha and salt and pepper calamari. Service is fab, all round a great experience, highly recommend! It’s popular so would book in advance😄
Read morePros: Totally vegan, Reasonably priced, Good service
Cons: Easy to over order
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Dazey88
Points +75
Lovely food and service - Edit
We can only add to the positive reviews for Orchid Vegan. We sent for a family mean as a mix of vegan and veggies and everyone left happy. The food was fresh and tasty and the service charming and efficient. I was concerned about the amount of 'mock meat' on the menu, but there were plenty of vegetable dishes, dumplings, etc.
Read morePros: The tasty, fresh food and good portions, The service, The atmosphere was quiet and friendly
Cons: Amount of 'mock meat' on the menu
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KeithBremner
Points +26
Family Dinner - Edit
Very welcoming, lovely knowledgeable staff. All dishes were delicious.
Read morePros: All vegan, Lovely staff, All delicious
Cons: None
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Ebriggs763
Points +722
Incredible. A must visit. - Edit
So happy to see a fully Chinese restaurant & takeaway. 100% recommend.
Read morePros: Great food , Lovely staff
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kgb73
Points +32
Second visit and was not disappointed. - Edit
Amazing staff, lovely atmosphere and fantastic food. The only vegan in my family so this is my preferred choice when visiting york, as the non vegan family members enjoy it here too win win!.
Read morePros: Fantastic staff, Amazing vegan food, Excellent value
Cons: Always busy
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claireonveg
Points +242
Great night - Edit
We had a range of starters, all were very good! Highly recommend the duck wraps.
Read moreThe service was fast, and very friendly.
The restaurant was clean, and well designed, it felt like a proper sit down restaurant, rather than a cafe (which a lot of vegan Chinese places are like).
We really enjoyed our night, and would definitely return when we are in the area.
Pros: Large menu , 100% vegan, Great team
Cons: None.
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V3ganJames
Points +846
Everything Chinese vegan! - Edit
Lovely quality food and friendly service. No need to eat anywhere else in York!
Read morePros: Choice, Tasty, Decent size portions
Fattyted
Looks great. I'm planning a trip to York so will definitely check this place out :)
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MichelleIngram
Points +14
Simply Amazing! - Edit
This was our first time eating out at a vegan restaurant since going vegan as part of veganuary. We were just blown away with how good the food was. The staff were lovely and friendly and we will definitely be going again. I’d go as far to say it’s up there with some of the best food I’ve ever had. You won’t be disappointed! #Veganuary
Read morePros: Absolutely delicious, Perfect portion sizes, Exceptional value for money
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▶Lee
Points +112
Very Good Scran - Edit
We had a variety of dishes from the main and one starter. They were all really flavoursome, non-greasy, just delicious, all of them. Only regret we didnt get a vegatables dish but we had plenty with 5 dishes between us and two teas £38. Not massive portions, but rather they are perfect size for comfortable eating. Staff buzz about the place making sure you get service when needed.
Read morePros: Fully vegan , Different Thai, Chinese, far east food, Very 'clean' and tasty fayre
Cons: Musak. Like 70's lounge music from a US film., Awful musak, The 'music'.
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OliviaBrown
Points +150
Best Asian fusion restaurant in York - Edit
Food and service was spot on and that’s why we could only give this 5 stars! Recommend to anyone looking for a nice restaurant to eat at with an authentic Asian feel.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-01-09
Pros: Fully vegan , Amazing service
Cons: None
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beckystar
Points +24
So much choice! - Edit
The menu for this place is amazing; there’s so much choice! The food is really tasty and it’s such good value for money.
Read morePros: Good choice, Good value, Tasty food
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EmilyDawson
Points +22
Can’t believe it’s vegan! - Edit
My boyfriend’s not eaten pork for 3.5 years and was left absolutely speechless after the ‘belly pork’ starter. The mains were equally as delicious and we were left extremely satisfied. Considered taking a box home to my brother, can’t recommend more !
Read morePros: Traditional Chinese style , Kind and helpful staff
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kirsty.g
Points +76
Delicious!! - Edit
Absolutely loved eating here, we came back for a second time! Amazing food and very friendly staff.
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Rugbygirl
Points +24
Outstanding meal and welcoming staff - Edit
Excellent, large, vegan Chinese restaurant that was packed out early on a Thursday evening. Staff were welcoming and charismatic. We tried many dishes as we couldn’t decide! The Tom Ka soup was outstanding, as was the salt snd pepper tofu, and the ‘pork’ belly. The special stir fry was more like a variety of fried balls (‘prawh’, ‘chicken’,tofu) in a sweet snd sour sauce so it wasn’t what we expected, but it was delicious!
Read moreA great meal. £90 for 2 of us, including 4 large glasses of wine and loads of dishes, and well worth it!
Pros: Loads of choice, No need to worry about menu as entirely vegan , Food didn’t leave you bloated like some Chinese
Cons: None!
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Vina
Points +58
Amazing food - Edit
This was one of the best meals I have ever had. The salt and pepper tofu was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is lovely and the staff very friendly. I would recommend the chocolate and raspberry tart, it was melt in your mouth delicious. 10/10
Read morePros: Delicious food , Friendly staff , Reasonable prices
Cons: I live too far away to go every week!
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