Buddha Bodai

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Chinese, vegetarian, kosher, Chinatown, Downtown, Manhattan

5 Mott St, New York, NY 10013

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Would a vegan Chinese place work for you? Congee, noodles, soup, or something like that? I've ordered in from Buddha Bodhai many times (but I can't vouch for what it's like to eat there). It's hit or miss, but when it's good, it's very good.

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»Vegetarian Chinese

... Some people are happy with the Buddha Bodai chain, but I hope you understand you asked for the 2nd tier. READ/REPLY (by anrf18 , updated January 2, 2012)

»Chinatown on Xmas Eve - Fish?

I think your parents will be able to avoid shellfish and pork at most of the higher end places – Oriental Garden, etc. Or you can go to Buddha Bodai, which is strictly vegetarian (and kosher).... READ/REPLY (by small h , updated December 22, 2011)

»Suggestions for seafood/ fish/ vegetarian lunches in Chinatown?

and not their regular menu. For straight-up vegetarian only fare, there is the Vegetarian Dim Sum House on Pell and Buddha Bodhai on Mott Street. CANTONESE Ah-Ping Snack Bar: http://www.chow.com/digest/7568/in READ/REPLY (by scoopG , updated November 18, 2011)

»Best Vegetarian Entrees below 34th St.

I am a fan of Buddha Bodai, although I only order in and have never eaten at the restaurant. They do use fake meat – and fake seafood – but if you call it wheat gluten or tofu (which is what it is), it sounds less... READ/REPLY (by small h , updated August 2, 2011)

»Cheap but tasty vegetarian? Doc maker cousin visiting NY this weekend, looking for low-cost options

In Chinatown: Vegetarian Dim Sum House: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/702262 http://newyork.seriouseats.com/2008/09/vegetarian-dim-sum-house-chinse-food-chinatown-nyc.html http://www.vegguide.org/entry/120 and Buddha Bodai: http READ/REPLY (by scoopG , updated April 14, 2011)

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