Vegan & Buddhist Buffet
A Celebration of Flavor and Mindfulness
Vegetarian food isn't just about eating vegetables—it's about discovering a world of vibrant flavors, nourishing traditions, and mindful choices. At Woodlands Wan Chai, our fortnightly Vegan & Buddhist Buffet is 100% dairy-free and crafted without the five pungent vegetables, honoring Buddhist and Jain values. From crisp dosas to fragrant curries and bold Indian street food varieties, every dish is a celebration of plant-based Indian cuisine. Whether you're a lifelong vegetarian / vegan or simply curious, this is your invitation to experience how satisfying, soulful, and exciting vegan dining can be.
Sacred Dining Experience
Witness the beauty and devotion behind our traditional vegetarian buffets
Years of Tradition
Sacred Dining Experience
Honoring the Buddhist
Lunar Tradition
In Buddhist tradition, the 1st and 15th days of each Chinese Lunar month are considered auspicious days for spiritual observance and mindful eating. These are times when many practitioners choose to abstain from pungent vegetables and embrace pure, plant-based cuisine.
Five Pungent Vegetables Free
No onion, garlic, leek, chives, or shallots—following Buddhist dietary principles
100% Dairy Free
Completely free from milk and all milk-derived products
Exclusive Lunar Dates Only
These special menu items are only available during Buddhist observance days
Buddhist Buffet Dates
Mark your calendar for these auspicious days. Our special Buddhist buffet is exclusively available on the 1st and 15th of every Chinese Lunar month.
February 2, 2026
February 17, 2026
+ Lunar New Year Special
March 3, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 2, 2026
April 17, 2026
May 1, 2026
May 17, 2026
May 31, 2026
June 15, 2026
June 29, 2026
July 14, 2026
July 28, 2026
August 13, 2026
August 27, 2026
September 11, 2026
September 25, 2026
October 10, 2026
October 24, 2026
November 9, 2026
November 23, 2026
December 9, 2026
December 23, 2026
* Dates are based on Chinese Lunar Calendar and may vary. Please confirm with the restaurant.
Ingredient Philosophy
Pure Ingredients, Mindful Preparation
Our Buddhist buffet is crafted with utmost care and respect for traditional dietary principles. Every dish is prepared without the Five Pungent Vegetables (known as "Wu Xin" in Chinese or "Gokun" in Japanese Buddhism), which are believed to disturb meditation and spiritual practice.
What are the Five Pungent Vegetables?
The Five Pungent Vegetables (五辛 / Wu Xin) refer to garlic, onion, leek, chives, and shallots. In Buddhist tradition, these are avoided as they are believed to stimulate anger when cooked and desire when raw, potentially disrupting one's spiritual cultivation and meditation practice.
A Promise of Purity
At Woodlands, we understand the importance of dietary observance. Our kitchen maintains strict separation protocols to ensure complete purity for those observing Buddhist dietary principles.
Our Buffet Spread
A feast for the senses with over 20 authentic vegetarian dishes prepared fresh daily
More Dining Experiences
Explore Our Buffets
Beyond our Buddhist Lunar Buffet, Woodlands offers a variety of buffet experiences to suit every occasion.
Limited Availability
Reserve Your Sacred
Dining Experience
Due to the exclusive nature of our Buddhist buffet and limited seating, we recommend making reservations in advance. Tables fill quickly on these auspicious lunar dates.
Call Us
Tel: 2129 2188 | 9151 6808Buffet Hours
12:00 - 15:00 & 18:00 - 22:00
Wan Chai Location
1/F, Dannies House, 20 Luard Rd, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
灣仔盧押道20號其康大廈1樓