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Yan Shan Zay

Vegetarian Buffet, Vegan-friendly

Vegetarian

$$$

Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Enjoy complimentary green juice or tea with your meal.
  • Good to know: Ask staff for vegan dish clarifications as menu labeling is unclear.
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  • Try the sweet eggplant (berinjela doce).
  • Prepare for somewhat higher prices due to pricing by weight.
  • Visit near closing time for occasional extra treats like gyoza or caramelized banana.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention banana caramelada, berinjela doce and dumpling.

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Also eggplant sweet.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and good value.

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Also praised for fast service.

Good to know

  • Lunch, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Yan Shan Zay is a self-service buffet restaurant blending Brazilian, Taiwanese, and Indian vegetarian cuisines, where pricing is based on the weight of your plate. The venue is simple with a rustic charm and wheelchair accessible seating, offering complimentary juices and teas with a variety of largely plant-based dishes including many vegan options. Although not fully vegan, nearly all dishes are plant-based, and the family-run establishment is praised for its friendly service and authentic flavors, making it popular for solo and lunch dining.

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Av. Getúlio Vargas, 1220 - Funcionários, Belo Horizonte - MG, 30112-020, Brazil

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–14:00
Tuesday
11:30–14:00
Wednesday
11:30–14:00
Thursday
11:30–14:00
Friday
11:30–14:00
Saturday
11:30–14:30
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
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How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Poorly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, mock meat, seitan + 1 more

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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