Happy Lotus Vegie is a hidden gem in Calgary for anyone who loves fresh, flavorful vegetarian and vegan food. The dishes are beautifully prepared with a balance of taste and nutrition, and the portions are generous. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and attentive. A perfect spot for a healthy and satisfying meal—I’ll definitely be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dicte
Had the saturday buffet lunch. Food was really good. They change the menu weekly so there is variety. Staff is super friendly. Been looking for a chinese vegetarian food place for a while and this hits home. A la carte menu at other times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sead Tokalic
Our second time eating here. My whole family loves the food. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. We will be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy
2nd time coming here on a weekend for their AYCE lunch buffet. The owner is from Hong Kong and is very accommodating. She takes the time and effort to connect with her diners at every table. The kitchen rotates through delicious soups, entrees, appetizers and desserts. For the summer months, they focus on natural and herbal fruits and drinks. Last time, we had a pandan leaf, sugar cane drink. This time was a beet drink. Both were so refreshing and yummy. Contrary to some of the other vegetarian restaurants, I found Happy Lotus to be perfect in the amount of spices in their food with no MSG at all! You do not get the thirsty feeling afterwards. Healthy and delicious meals every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sony Tran
I came back for the 2nd time in a week. I tried 4 dishes and all of them were satisfying me. Highly recommended 🥰
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abhishek Singh
Absolutely delicious! The atmosphere is very calming and staff is very friendly. I ordered fried wontons and stir fried veggies, very fresh and delicious. Must try
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christine Gold
A wonderful space inside the Avatamsaka Monastery. Spacious, clean, great service and friendly staff. I opted for the Tofu Vermicelli with Spring Rolls and Iced Vietnamese coffee. Delicious, fresh and flavorful. Will come back for the weekend buffet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ibrahim Kazanci (KoolWebsites.com)
Great vegetarian food options. Tasty 😋 and we enjoyed every bit of it. Nice and clean. Free parking and beautiful view by the park with lots of trees.🌴
Vicky Fang
We love this place! We’re really glad that we’ve found this place via Google review and came at a quieter time. My kids said their fried rice is the best they’ve ever had. The dishes here are all garlic, onion and MSG free. Can’t wait to try the buffet one day.
Aida Soon
Been waiting for the restaurant to reopen again. It has a different name now. Loved my lunch (see pic). So delicious, clean and healthy tasting. Will definitely return to try the other menu items. Thank you for a satisfying meal!
Loved the food, it was so so good. It’s so nice to have restaurants that are fully vegan, instead of having to ask and substitute ingredients. The veggie pancake and rice noodle stirfry were so so good, along with the extra sauces and ingredients they gave. And the service, oh my gosh the service!! We got there a little before they closed (thank you calgary transit) and they told us to take our time and not to worry. They gave us jasmine tea (which is always a lovely addition instead of the usual water). The lady that served us was so friendly and bubbly. And as we were eating, they brought out a red bean dessert and an orange (pre sliced all fancy and everything). They only charged us for what we ordered. This is a new favourite restaurant for us and we will definitely be coming back :)
Chlσє chαn
This place deserves so many more customers!! I just came across Happy Lotus on Google maps while looking for something relatively vegetarian friendly in the area, and this fit our taste perfectly. I didn’t even know this beforehand, but they are doing a 10% discount for the grand opening (I didn’t see the sign as I came up from the side ramp not the front stairs). The waiter/manager was so kind to tell us how to eat the Vietnamese pancake since we’ve never had it before in this style. He also told us this place is run by two shifus from the monastery next door, one of whom made sure we had enough sauce for the delicious pancake. Just be aware, they only accept debit/cash at this time, and the buffet is only on Saturday and Sunday.
Joy Lee
Ambrosia Veggie House is a volunteer-run establishment that truly shines with its commitment to quality food and service. Which pose the question, “where have you bean my whole life”?
The staff at Ambrosia were incredibly kind and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Their passion for food really showed in every dish they served. The house-made tea from Golden Mountain was a refreshing addition and complemented the meal beautifully.
The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the pho. It was the best I’ve had in a long time—rich, flavorful, and perfectly crafted. The Malaysian curry was another standout dish; it was aromatic and packed with delightful spices that transported my taste buds to Southeast Asia.
I also loved the fried enoki mushrooms—they were crispy, light, and a fantastic twist on traditional fried snacks. The papaya salad served on faux shrimp chips was a delightful surprise, bursting with freshness and flavor.
Everything I tasted was not only delicious but clearly made with heart. It’s evident that the team at Ambrosia is dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere alongside their outstanding cuisine. I highly recommend Ambrosia Veggie House to anyone looking for a meal filled with love!
Vegetarian options: All vegan
Dietary restrictions: Vegan, no onions and garlic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Asian Dinner
J
Ambrosia Veggie House is a volunteer-run establishment that truly shines with its commitment to quality food and service. Which pose the question, “where have you bean my whole life”?
The staff at Ambrosia were incredibly kind and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Their passion for food really showed in every dish they served. The house-made tea from Golden Mountain was a refreshing addition and complemented the meal beautifully.
The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the pho. It was the best I’ve had in a long time—rich, flavorful, and perfectly crafted. The Malaysian curry was another standout dish; it was aromatic and packed with delightful spices that transported my taste buds to Southeast Asia.
I also loved the fried enoki mushrooms—they were crispy, light, and a fantastic twist on traditional fried snacks. The papaya salad served on faux shrimp chips was a delightful surprise, bursting with freshness and flavor.
Everything I tasted was not only delicious but clearly made with heart. It’s evident that the team at Ambrosia is dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere alongside their outstanding cuisine. I highly recommend Ambrosia Veggie House to anyone looking for a meal filled with love!
Sealy9000
Temporarily closed for the rest of the year, follow social media links for updates for their come back!
Happy Lotus Vegie is a hidden gem in Calgary for anyone who loves fresh, flavorful vegetarian and vegan food. The dishes are beautifully prepared with a balance of taste and nutrition, and the portions are generous. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and attentive. A perfect spot for a healthy and satisfying meal—I’ll definitely be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had the saturday buffet lunch. Food was really good. They change the menu weekly so there is variety. Staff is super friendly. Been looking for a chinese vegetarian food place for a while and this hits home. A la carte menu at other times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our second time eating here. My whole family loves the food. Staff is very friendly and welcoming.
We will be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
2nd time coming here on a weekend for their AYCE lunch buffet. The owner is from Hong Kong and is very accommodating. She takes the time and effort to connect with her diners at every table. The kitchen rotates through delicious soups, entrees, appetizers and desserts. For the summer months, they focus on natural and herbal fruits and drinks. Last time, we had a pandan leaf, sugar cane drink. This time was a beet drink. Both were so refreshing and yummy. Contrary to some of the other vegetarian restaurants, I found Happy Lotus to be perfect in the amount of spices in their food with no MSG at all! You do not get the thirsty feeling afterwards. Healthy and delicious meals every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came back for the 2nd time in a week. I tried 4 dishes and all of them were satisfying me. Highly recommended 🥰
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely delicious! The atmosphere is very calming and staff is very friendly. I ordered fried wontons and stir fried veggies, very fresh and delicious. Must try
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A wonderful space inside the Avatamsaka Monastery. Spacious, clean, great service and friendly staff. I opted for the Tofu Vermicelli with Spring Rolls and Iced Vietnamese coffee. Delicious, fresh and flavorful. Will come back for the weekend buffet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great vegetarian food options. Tasty 😋 and we enjoyed every bit of it. Nice and clean. Free parking and beautiful view by the park with lots of trees.🌴
We love this place! We’re really glad that we’ve found this place via Google review and came at a quieter time. My kids said their fried rice is the best they’ve ever had. The dishes here are all garlic, onion and MSG free. Can’t wait to try the buffet one day.
Been waiting for the restaurant to reopen again. It has a different name now. Loved my lunch (see pic). So delicious, clean and healthy tasting. Will definitely return to try the other menu items. Thank you for a satisfying meal!
Restaurantji Recommends
Loved the food, it was so so good. It’s so nice to have restaurants that are fully vegan, instead of having to ask and substitute ingredients. The veggie pancake and rice noodle stirfry were so so good, along with the extra sauces and ingredients they gave. And the service, oh my gosh the service!! We got there a little before they closed (thank you calgary transit) and they told us to take our time and not to worry. They gave us jasmine tea (which is always a lovely addition instead of the usual water). The lady that served us was so friendly and bubbly. And as we were eating, they brought out a red bean dessert and an orange (pre sliced all fancy and everything). They only charged us for what we ordered. This is a new favourite restaurant for us and we will definitely be coming back :)
This place deserves so many more customers!! I just came across Happy Lotus on Google maps while looking for something relatively vegetarian friendly in the area, and this fit our taste perfectly. I didn’t even know this beforehand, but they are doing a 10% discount for the grand opening (I didn’t see the sign as I came up from the side ramp not the front stairs). The waiter/manager was so kind to tell us how to eat the Vietnamese pancake since we’ve never had it before in this style. He also told us this place is run by two shifus from the monastery next door, one of whom made sure we had enough sauce for the delicious pancake. Just be aware, they only accept debit/cash at this time, and the buffet is only on Saturday and Sunday.
Ambrosia Veggie House is a volunteer-run establishment that truly shines with its commitment to quality food and service. Which pose the question, “where have you bean my whole life”?
The staff at Ambrosia were incredibly kind and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Their passion for food really showed in every dish they served. The house-made tea from Golden Mountain was a refreshing addition and complemented the meal beautifully.
The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the pho. It was the best I’ve had in a long time—rich, flavorful, and perfectly crafted. The Malaysian curry was another standout dish; it was aromatic and packed with delightful spices that transported my taste buds to Southeast Asia.
I also loved the fried enoki mushrooms—they were crispy, light, and a fantastic twist on traditional fried snacks. The papaya salad served on faux shrimp chips was a delightful surprise, bursting with freshness and flavor.
Everything I tasted was not only delicious but clearly made with heart. It’s evident that the team at Ambrosia is dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere alongside their outstanding cuisine. I highly recommend Ambrosia Veggie House to anyone looking for a meal filled with love!
Vegetarian options: All vegan
Dietary restrictions: Vegan, no onions and garlic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Asian Dinner
Ambrosia Veggie House is a volunteer-run establishment that truly shines with its commitment to quality food and service. Which pose the question, “where have you bean my whole life”?
The staff at Ambrosia were incredibly kind and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Their passion for food really showed in every dish they served. The house-made tea from Golden Mountain was a refreshing addition and complemented the meal beautifully.
The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the pho. It was the best I’ve had in a long time—rich, flavorful, and perfectly crafted. The Malaysian curry was another standout dish; it was aromatic and packed with delightful spices that transported my taste buds to Southeast Asia.
I also loved the fried enoki mushrooms—they were crispy, light, and a fantastic twist on traditional fried snacks. The papaya salad served on faux shrimp chips was a delightful surprise, bursting with freshness and flavor.
Everything I tasted was not only delicious but clearly made with heart. It’s evident that the team at Ambrosia is dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere alongside their outstanding cuisine. I highly recommend Ambrosia Veggie House to anyone looking for a meal filled with love!
Temporarily closed for the rest of the year, follow social media links for updates for their come back!
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