Picture this: You and your friends are planning to dine out, but most of them have dietary restrictions. One eats only vegetarian food, another requires halal options, and suddenly, choosing a restaurant that suits everyone feels like a nightmare.
From limited halal-certified spots to a lack of vegetarian restaurants, dining out can feel exclusionary for those with specific dietary needs.
This is where Easy Eat comes in. By making dietary-friendly restaurants easier to find and more accessible, we’re creating a food scene that welcomes everyone—because no one should feel left out of a great meal.
Dietary inclusivity means making sure everyone has a seat at the table, no matter their dietary needs. It’s about more than just offering a few vegetarian options—it’s about making sure people with specific food restrictions don’t have to struggle to find a meal.
Here’s what dietary inclusivity looks like:
But dietary inclusivity isn’t just for those with food restrictions. It benefits everyone—whether you're planning a team lunch, a family gathering, or a night out with friends, you should be able to find a place that works for all.
Hong Kong is a food lover’s paradise, but if you have specific dietary needs, finding the right place to eat can feel more like a mission impossible than a fun night out.
With a growing Muslim population and 450,000+ Muslim tourists visiting annually, you’d expect plenty of halal options. But when it comes to authentic Cantonese cuisine, like dim sum, choices are frustratingly limited. Most halal spots are clustered in a few areas, leaving large parts of the city with little to no options.
Jain diners face an even bigger challenge. Many chefs simply don’t know about Jain dietary restrictions—no root vegetables, onions, garlic, or animal byproducts. Without proper menu labeling or awareness, eating out becomes a gamble. Platforms like EasyEat are stepping in to help, but the gap is still huge.
For Hong Kong’s 750,000+ ethnically diverse residents and 48,000 international students, eating out should be simple. Instead, it’s often a logistical headache. Work lunches, university events, or group dinners can turn into a frustrating search for a place that works for everyone.
The demand for dietary-inclusive dining is growing, but the options still have a long way to go. It’s time for more restaurants to step up and make inclusivity the norm, not the exception.
Despite the challenges, some restaurants in Hong Kong are pioneering the shift toward dietary inclusivity. These places are setting an example of what inclusive dining should look like.
VEDA – Where Vegetarian Meets Inclusivity
VEDA, located in Central, is a modern vegetarian restaurant that offers a mix of Indian-inspired dishes made with clean, plant-based ingredients. While its focus is vegetarian, the restaurant is also popular among Jain and halal-conscious diners, thanks to its clear labeling and adaptable menu. Signature dishes like Jackfruit Biryani and Paneer Tikka make it a must-visit for plant-based eaters looking for bold flavors.
A well-known spot in Wan Chai, the Islamic Centre Canteen is one of the few places in Hong Kong where you can get halal dim sum. Located inside a mosque, this restaurant serves classics like Chicken Siu Mai and Beef Cheong Fun, proving that halal dining can still embrace Hong Kong’s culinary traditions.
Situated in Tsim Sha Tsui, Pure Veggie House is a top destination for Jain diners who struggle to find restaurants that accommodate their restrictions. The restaurant specializes in authentic Chinese vegetarian cuisine, with no onion, garlic, or other root vegetables, making it a perfect choice for those following Jain or Buddhist dietary guidelines.
While fast food isn’t always associated with inclusivity, Dicos is changing the game with its halal-certified menu. This proves that quick-service restaurants can still cater to a wide range of dietary needs.
MamTom, based in Tsim Sha Tsui, is a halal-certified Vietnamese restaurant that serves traditional dishes with a dietary-inclusive approach. From Bun Cha to Pho, it’s a great example of how international cuisine can still be accessible to the Muslim community.
For those looking for a chic, vegetarian dining experience, JAJA in Wan Chai delivers. Beyond its plant-based menu.
Nestled in Hong Kong Park, LockCha Tea House is a hidden gem for vegetarian dim sum lovers. With a menu free from meat, it offers a serene, culturally rich dining experience, perfect for those looking for a refined yet inclusive meal.
These restaurants prove that inclusivity is possible—but we need more of them.
Easy Eat is simplifying the way people find dietary-friendly restaurants, eliminating guesswork and making inclusive dining effortless.
The more restaurants recognise the value of inclusivity, the easier dining becomes for everyone.
A truly inclusive food scene benefits diners and businesses alike. Restaurants that embrace dietary diversity aren’t just expanding their customer base—they’re also creating welcoming spaces where no one feels excluded.
Easy Eat is helping to make this vision a reality. Whether you’re looking for halal, vegetarian, or Jain-friendly dining, Easy Eat makes sure finding the right restaurant is easy and stress-free.