Big Lantern
Chinese Dim Sum, Vegan Menu
Vegan options
Limited vegan options ★ 4.7 · $$ · Restaurant · Chinese, Dim Sum, Asian · Hours
Popular tips: "Ask staff to identify vegan dishes, since the menu isn't clearly labeled."
Must-try: dim sum, fried taro, braised tofu with bok choy
Praised for: friendly service, attentive service, fast service
Big Lantern serves Chinese-American dishes and dim sum, with vegan versions of favorites including mapo tofu, turnip cakes, congee, and meatless chicken buns. The menu isn't clearly marked for vegan diners, but recent reviews describe staff as knowledgeable when asked; expect generous portions, quick service, and straightforward, budget-friendly dining.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11 AM-11 PM
Monday 11 AM-11 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-11 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-11 PM
Thursday 11 AM-12 AM
Friday 11 AM-12 AM
Saturday 11 AM-12 AM
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3170 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Vegan Friendliness
iLimited vegan options
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Abundant · 10+ dishes
- MENU Poorly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
- PROTEIN tofu, seitan, mock meat + 1 more
Some users reported dishes labeled vegan that weren't — double-check with staff.
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