Merit Veggie Place
Chinese Deli, Vegan Meatballs, Takeout
Vegetarian
Very vegan-friendly ★ 3.6 (32) · $ · Restaurant · Chinese, Asian · Hours
Popular tips: "Try the handmade mung bean mooncakes, noted for quality and affordability"
Must-try: bento, bowl, mung bean mooncakes
Praised for: friendly service
Merit Veggie Place is a vegetarian Chinese delicatessen that has specialized in vegan and vegetarian dishes since 2009. Known for handmade mung bean mooncakes and vegan meatball rice wraps, this casual spot emphasizes take-out and quick service with daily lunch specials. The owner-run venue is wheelchair accessible and offers a no-frills experience reminiscent of Taiwanese wet markets.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Friday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM-10 PM
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11022 Lower Azusa Rd, El Monte, CA 91731
Vegan Friendliness
iVery vegan-friendly
B
- VEGAN OPTIONS Many · 5–10 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
- PROTEIN tofu, vegan meatballs, vegan fish + 1 more
Some users reported inconsistent vegan claims on the menu.
Others mentioned vegan options aren't always available.
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