🥟 Best Vegan Dim Sum in Shanghai (2026)

12 dim sum spots 11 fully vegan 1 vegetarian

Steamed, fried, and wrapped in delicate dough — vegan dim sum in Shanghai, China is a feast for the senses. From crystal dumplings to bao buns, these restaurants serve the best plant-based dim sum.

Last updated: April 2026

#1

Zao Zi Shu / Jujube Tree (枣子树)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿5/5
📍 1st Floor, No. 77 Songshan Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

One of Shanghai's most beloved vegan chain restaurants since 2001. Committed to smoke-free, alcohol-free, egg-free, and meat-free dining. Ex…

#2

Ming's Vegetarian Kitchen (明心素食)

Vegan Chinese $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 No. 388 Xinzhu Road, Minhang District, Shanghai

Cozy Minhang District gem serving honest, homestyle Chinese vegetarian food. Known for generous portions and incredibly low prices — most di…

#3

Suji Vegetarian (素极素食)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 No. 1288 Songhu Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai

Popular modern vegetarian restaurant in Yangpu District serving creative Chinese vegetarian dishes with a health-conscious twist. The weeken…

#4

Tian Yuan Vegetarian (天缘素食)

Vegan Shanghainese $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 No. 220 Sichuan Middle Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

Family-run vegetarian restaurant near Shanghai's iconic Bund area. Serves traditional Shanghai vegetarian snacks including vegan sesame ball…

#5

Vegetarian Lifestyle Nanjing West (枣子树南京西路店)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 No. 258 Fengxian Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai

The Jing'an District branch of Shanghai's famous Jujube Tree/Vegetarian Lifestyle chain. English menu available — making it one of the easie…

#6

Xin Su Dai / New Age Veggie (新素代)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 No. 88 Huashan Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai

Multi-regional vegetarian restaurant offering dishes spanning Sichuan, Hunan, Cantonese, Xinjiang, and Beijing flavors. The vegetarian imper…

#7

Zen Vegetarian (竹素居)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 No. 488 Sichuan North Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai

Contemporary take on temple cuisine in Shanghai's Hongkou District. Minimalist interiors complement a refined menu of seasonal vegetarian di…

#8

Gongdelin (功德林)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿5/5
📍 445 Nanjing West Road, Jing'an District

Legendary Buddhist vegetarian restaurant founded in 1922, credited with popularizing mock meat cuisine across China. Famous for wheat gluten…

#9

Green Veggie (绿色蔬食)

Vegetarian Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 123 Yandang Road, Huangpu District

Cozy vegetarian restaurant in the French Concession with a huge menu of Chinese classics made plant-based, popular with locals and expats al…

#10

SuXinZhai (素心斋)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 520 Dagu Road, Jing'an District

Authentic Buddhist vegetarian restaurant near Jing'an Temple, offering traditional Chinese mock meat specialties and seasonal set menus.

#11

Tianpengge Vegetarian (天蓬阁素食)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 688 Zhangyang Road, Pudong

Pudong's most beloved vegetarian restaurant with generous portions of Shanghainese-style vegetarian dishes and Buddhist mock meats.

#12

Zaoyishu Vegetarian (枣子树)

Vegan Chinese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 77 Songshan Road, Huangpu District

Popular Buddhist vegetarian chain with multiple locations across Shanghai, offering affordable and authentic mock meat dishes and dim sum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the best vegan dim sum in Shanghai?

VeganBites lists 12 restaurants serving vegan dim sum in Shanghai, China. Top-rated options include Zao Zi Shu / Jujube Tree (枣子树), Ming's Vegetarian Kitchen (明心素食) and Suji Vegetarian (素极素食). Each listing includes vegan ratings, price range, and directions.

How many places serve vegan dim sum in Shanghai?

There are 12 vegan-friendly restaurants known for dim sum in Shanghai. 11 are fully vegan and 1 are vegetarian with strong vegan options. This list is updated regularly.

What is the #1 vegan dim sum spot in Shanghai?

Based on vegan ratings and community reviews, Zao Zi Shu / Jujube Tree (枣子树) is the top-rated spot for vegan dim sum in Shanghai. It has a vegan rating of 5/5. Browse all 12 options to find your ideal match.

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