36 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Hacienda Heights

“Soooo good for authentic Cantonese food! My favorite dishes were the XO sauce rice rolls and the beef brisket noodle soup. The rice rolls were soft in the inside with a slight crispiness from being pan-fried. The beef brisket was tender and the broth had great flavor. Ok and their CHILI OIL. Excellent. I think they make it in-house. It has a nice, roasted chili pepper flavor and definitely packs a punch.

The service was amazing. We called in advance for a party of 7 and they had our table ready right when we walked in. We were treated so kindly by the servers and the food came out quickly. Note that it does take longer for the rice pots and the rice rolls to come out.

Ambience was lively but comfortable. Good for a party of 2 or 12. You can bet I’ll be here the next time my family and I are craving some Cantonese food.“

“I recently visited Happy Valley Village in Sanlitun, and I had an amazing experience! The atmosphere is both cozy and stylish, making it perfect for a catch-up with friends or a casual date. There’s a great variety of restaurants and cafes, each with its own unique vibe, and the food quality is excellent—definitely satisfying.

The staff are friendly and attentive, always ready to help, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. The location is very convenient, with easy access to nearby areas, so you can easily explore Sanlitun after your visit. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxed and enjoyable dining or hangout spot!“

“I love it enjoy so much I wanna more“

“Happy Morning is a hidden gem for classic Cantonese breakfast lovers. I had the beef rice noodle rolls and salted pork congee, and both were absolutely delicious—the rice rolls were soft and chewy, with tender beef and just the right amount of sauce, while the congee was smooth, savory, and deeply satisfying. The portion sizes are generous, and everything tasted fresh and authentic. The vibe is cozy and clean, with friendly staff who make you feel right at home. Whether you’re craving a traditional Hong Kong-style breakfast or a warm, simple meal, this place is a must-try!“

“AKASAKA. WOW. I was on set and got hungry so me & G3 went to the sushi joint that’s literally tucked away and VERY IYKYK (if you know, you know). All I gotta say is that the Yellowtail Cut Roll got me dancing. The hospitality was great, we were given Iced Green Teas on the house because we were waiting for our to go orders. I gotta dine inside soon & get the real experience.
- @eatingwithricardo“

“Great local sushi spot with stone decent pricing!

Seating is very limited and the menu gives off a bit of a dated feel but you really can't argue the classics when they're done well.

Sushi rice had just a bit of tang and was light and fluffy.

Dishes were presented very well and our server was thoughtful and cautious enough to make sure our table wasn't overflowing. We ordered about 6 items and by the 3rd plate things were crowding up.

Blue crab avocado roll ($9) - A little heavy on the Japanese mayo and rice but it made for a great presentation on the plate it was on.

Tempura mixed ($9) - 3 pieces of shrimp and 3 pieces of veggies. I'm on the fence with this one since I really enjoyed the presentation but felt like the batter on the shrimp was heavy and the veggies were mostly extra starchy items.

Mini spicy tuna bowl ($9) - This was a pleasant favorite! Just the right amount of heat and a decent amount of tuna over that delicious sushi rice. The first couple of bites where the cold tuna contradicts the warm rice was like being able to eat that feeling of walking on the warm sand and letting the chilly ocean water cool you off.

Amberjack/Hamachi Tuna ($5/piece) - This was interestingly a lighter flavor than what we were familiar with. The cut was thin but blanketed the rice with just a small swipe of sauce and a dab of yuzu paste on top. Playing perfectly well with the tangy rice but also all being a star of the bite while being clean.

Grilled Tuna Belly ($12) - This was the star of the table. Lightly grilled with a bit of crispy edges, seasoned and topped with garlic and micro greens and paired with a dipping sauce on the side to choose how heavy or light you prefer to dip.

Tempura Ice cream ($7) - Couldn't leave our first visit without trying a dessert item. Classic fried ice cream that is wrapped with pound cake and rolled in their delicious tempura batter. Saving room for this is a must if you grew up demolishing these in the early 2000s.

Hidden gems are great to find and it feels like this place has a lot of classics that give you a homey feel where you don't know where to start. Just dive in and make sure you mark off the ones you've tried because there are a good amount of dishes that were of value and quality here.

The best suggestion is to focus on the sushi and always check the sushi list.“

“nice little place... friendly staff... good food.“

“The place was empty so we were initially a bit doubtful. I’m glad we made the decision to stay because ALL of their dishes were delicious, not just their Hainan chicken but also their beef, wings, and even their stir fried veggies tastes like it came from much bigger restaurants.“

“we've been coming to Casa Blanca for many years.... it's our famy go to for authentic Mexican food!!! we love the owner and the whole staff!!!“

“The best Chinese vegan restaurant around here!“

“The food was really good! I ordered several classic dishes and asked them to reduce the spiciness for my friends who are more sensitive to spicy foods, and it was about right. I would recommend you to leave it as is if you enjoy spicy foods, however. Their beef noodle soup was nothing special, but their fish and other dishes were amazing. I'll have to come back to try their dumplings sometime, because I saw many people having it and I came during an off hour time. Parking was easy to find but it was a very small parking lot.“

“Excellent sushi. Creative menu. Great wait staff.“

“The food is very delicious, the corn atol is very delicious, the best in the entire state of California, and the empanadas de leche are delicious. My respects go to this restaurant, simply the best in everything, including the pupusas. And the kindness of Juany, very kind and very patient to answer questions.; and very attentive at all times“

“This place was referred to me by a co-worker, since I don’t know the area very well. What a great referral the pizza is like you build it how you want, but with an old skool pizzeria. It isn’t like Pieology. They have canned soda drinks, or two liter bottle soda, no alcohol. Vito the guy who made my pizza to perfection was telling me they have a really good Sunday BBQ from ribs, Tri-tip, 1/2 chicken, etc. They are only open in the evening hours, and the pizza is good size portion. Their small is the size of most mediums at other places. I highly recommend this place. A little more in price, but well worth the fresh ingredients and they won’t take tips.“

“The steak and lobster and drinks“

“This is a hidden gem 💎. Great service despite it being a busy restaurant. If you are craving Vietnamese food or just a simple beverage (boba, milk tea, etc.), you are in the right place. Thank you for the very kind cashier and the hardworking staff members. I plan to come back more often 🥰“

“Delicious 🤤 place to eat great service and clean facility. Definitely will go there agian“

“It is a wonderful establishment to enjoy genuine Japanese ramen and a diverse selection of accompanying dishes. My companions and I have frequented this restaurant for many years and have consistently been delighted with our experiences. Furthermore, the staff members are exceptionally friendly and accommodating.“

“We had a 10-people reunion gathering and it was a perfect excuse for us to enjoy this authentic and delicious Shanghainese restaurant.

All of the dishes we ordered were perfectly made, and we enjoyed everything (there were a couple of vegetarians in the group so we ordered 3 vegetable dishes which was great.

The overwhelming favorites were: the special Grilled beef short ribs ($48 so count it as 2 dishes), celery with Lily, and SH braised pork.

The service was prompt, but we got the sense they didn’t prefer us to stay too long and catch up after we were done with our meal.“

“Shrimp ceviche tostada and a fish taco, both pretty good and filling. Be aware when ordering the fish taco, it's not ensenada style (battered) so don't be surprised, haha... Would definitely this place, been coming here for over 20 years...“

“Good soup and side dishes. Large servings and servers are very nice😁“

“The food was good .the place very clean ,service very good ,waiter very polite“

“Usually hole in the wall places are really good. This place certainly did not disappoint. Great friendly staff. Great food. Taquitos! So delicious. Everything fresh and good. Will definitely will come back. I did not see a restroom though. Will ask next time.“

“first time coming here ...excellent food and servicepho has authentic taste and is not saltyperfect for pho loversthe appetizer are super tastyegg rolls were crunch and hoti may be biased because they also served the biggest ox tail i hadthey even gave me steak knife because te ox tail was so big“

“Highly recommend this hidden gem of a Mexican café in Hacienda Heights!
The broth was rich and flavorful without being too spicy — absolutely delicious 🤤. While the service isn’t super fast, it’s definitely worth the wait. Their homemade horchata and Spanish latte are some of the best I’ve ever had 😋. And don’t miss the 99¢ tacos — they’re packed with flavor and such a great deal!“

“Decided to visit to this spot-on Thanksgiving Day 2023! Honestly, not sure what to expect, as soon we walked in, we were happily greeted and seated right away! I noticed there were a ton of to go orders. Partner and I were craving our typical Chinese food orderSalt and Pepper Calamari – Crunchy, seasoned well, not too spicySzechwan Eggplant – hint of spice, stayed hot (temperature wise) the whole timeBeef Chow Fun w gravy – Tender beef, flavorful noodsDuck – typical, very good except, it came out room temp.BBQ Pork – Typical and just like the duck – room temp.If you are in or near the area and can’t get to Alhambra or Rosemead, let’s say you live in Whittier, City of Industry, Avocado Heights then this is your spot. =)Missing star – I was quite surprised at the price of 2 Bbq item combo $31? Check out how small the portion was.“

“Had breakfast at both their Rowland Heights and Diamond Bar places, and decided to give this place a try
For $11.99, you can get a bowl of porridge, a side dish (fried noodle, or steamed vermicelli), and a coffee or tea.
Porridge tastes great. The fried noodles are not hot enough. When it comes to service, I think the diamond bar place is better.“

“可以吃到上海的生煎包，很Nice.味道很正宗.非常值得推薦“

“Delicious!!!! The food is really something!!!“

“This place used to be my to go too!
I honestly have no idea what to order but I would go based on the pictures. I mainly order the soups. Delicious! Unfortunately my stomach is not build for it and couldn’t tolerate it anymore. Great food and great service.“

“Classic looking dim sum place with chaotic service.

Dim sum dishes start at $5 and can increase to $9 really quickly if you're not careful of the size chart they point out at the top of the menu.

Be aggressive with getting attention from staff and make sure you're asking for everything in one shot. This will either work in your favor or you will have to find someone else to bring you what the other forgot about.

Nothing entirely wrong if you're not familiar with that kind of dining experience but definitely bring someone that isn't anxious about acting like you're at a hole in the wall.

All that to point out that the aesthetics outplay the service. It's still a very old school style restaurant.

As of Aug 2024 your best value dish to order for 2-3 people will be the 22.99 lobster special. It's about 2 pounds of lobster with options for sauce and noodles.

Overall, dishes were good and they try to crank out the siu mai as quickly as they can before running out but if you're waiting a bit for it then it just means you're getting one fresh off the steamer.“

“Good little local restaurant. The menu is huge, but I like that the menu board has pictures which help with your selection. The menudo and pozole, on weekends, are good breakfast choices we have tried. Taco Tuesday is also good with various meats to choose from.“

“I like this place, the food is great. It is very often that I walk in and have to wait for a fresh batch assuring I get fresh items. The customer service is not the best. They aren't very polite and are very tight on the sauces, like sriracha. The prices are a bit high but it doesn't matter since the portions served are HUGE. I do recommend cash since using card come with high fee's.“

“Están muy ricos... Solo que pedimos 16 tacos al pastor y oh sorpresa solo nos dieron 11🤔 hasta que llegamos a casa nos dimos cuenta...“

“One of the few Taiwanese styled Chinese breakfast in town. The green onion cakes 蟹壳黄）is pretty good when it’s warm. We’ve coming up this pace for years and the quality has always been about the same; though the prices have gone up a lot over the last year or so.

Vegetarian options: Most items are meatless, but many items contain eggs.

Parking: Lots of spaces.“