Bodhi Bowl

Very authentic, fresh, and delicious! The tofu spring rolls are amazing — so flavorful and perfectly made. I ordered the B3 and my wife had the B1 pho; both were absolutely incredible! Easily the best vegetarian Vietnamese restaurant we’ve ever been to. Every dish is packed with flavor, and the aroma is off the charts. This is our second visit, and it’s already become one of our go-to spots!

Whoever came up with the dish names must have achieved kung fu enlightenment or watched a lot of kung fu series. You must order the dishes as though they are masterful moves as you fight your opponents. "Hunger will vanish with this Eight Fold Paths Tofu!" or "Receive thy blessings through my Seven Treasure Plate." Oh... Food also tastes good. I don't even remember what I ordered, only that I had fun ordering them...

I recently dined at Bodhi Bowl and was pleasantly surprised by the variety and quality of their vegetarian dishes. The menu offered a wide selection of flavorful and healthy options. I particularly enjoyed the creative use of fresh ingredients in their dishes., I would recommend Bodhi Bowl to anyone looking for delicious vegetarian food.

My experience in Vietnamese restaurant .. The place very very clean that caught my attention first, it has a retro seating arrangement, for moment after we got our table and was looking around the place I felt was teleported to the late 80’s or 90’s .. I’m saying it in good way this was change and refreshing in that manner. Food and Services: Let me just jump into it! The Quantity was good, in my opinion it’s by far the best vegetarian Vietnamese food ever tasted. Services was the best not had to way for too long and the food was hot and yummy !! My recommendation to this place is a must eat !! I give the place ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The vegan food here is delicious! I try to swing by this place when I am in the area. I just visited this place today and had the Mindfulness Noodle (B3 on the menu) and the tofu pudding for dessert. I also had a cup of iced tea and Vietnamese iced coffee. The owners and staff are friendly. I was quickly seated after arriving and my noodle bowl arrived a few minutes after I ordered. I highly recommend this place!

I stumbled upon this while looking for somewhere to charge my electric vehicle on a road trip. 10/10 I ordered D1. The lemongrass “chicken”. Flavorful & fulfilling. I’d definitely come back if I’m in the area again!

10/12/2021 Recommend? Yes. Let's get straight to the point: BEST VEGAN BUN BO HUE. That's it. I'm Vietnamese and since my vegan journey of more than 2 years I haven't been able to find a satisfactory bun bo hue. My favorite ones ever have always been in Viet Nam at a little stall in the market or the neighborhood house that makes it to sell. Here I ordered bun bo hue and cha gio. Do take my review with a grain of salt because I had been hungry for daysssss, well really just 1 day because I was on a train. Lol. The bun bo hue here comes with a paste and you should definitely add it to your bowl. It has banana blossom as a veggie to add, but in addition to that I would also love some morning glory. The broth was well seasoned and not overly sweet like a lot of over bun bo hue and the mushrooms, tofu, and "meats" have well absorbed the flavor of the broth too. The cha gio (eggrolls, spring rolls) were fine. I didn't hate it, but I didn't think they were extra great either.

Delicious food, with reasonable portion and good price. However we both were very thirsty after eating this meal so perhaps they used MSG, or food addictive? We will be back to verify this soon!

Fellow vegetarian or vegans look no further for your search of Vietnamese food that fits your preference. This is a must add to your food list to "TRY." Everything was easy from getting there, parking, ordering, services to food was absolutely great. The calming ambiance of the restaurant to the great food and prices are so unbeatable. This place is in a plaza that isn't popular especially the name and how it's located to the corner. I am so glad that I stop in and given this freshness a visit. You truly wouldn't be disappointed. Keeping the post simple and easy just like when you are searching for your next bite. Toodles

Small intimate restaurant. We came for lunch on a Saturday. Our waitress and was very kind and prompt. The menu was well crafted with beautiful names for each dish. The fried shrimp: 3.5 stars. Fried well, but lack some flavors although it did come with a mayo dip. Green Jack fruit salad: 3 stars. surprising it was not tangy for goi. But the dish was light salty without much flavor and really depended on the herbs for flavors. I asked for lemon and squeezed 2 slices all over and mixed it up and it was so much better - 4 stars. Lemongrass chicken with rice: 5 stars. Great flavors and texture. There were plenty of sautéed lemongrass so it was bursting with flavors. Fish rolls: really enjoyed the crunchiness of each slice of soy fish. The sauce was very savory but needed a squeeze of lemon since the pineapple in the sauce may not have tangy enough. 4 stars. Overall really enjoyed the restaurant. One of the better veggie restaurants I've been to and I've been to many.

Bodhi Bowl!!! I'm handing this vegan/vegetarian spot a full 5 red-and-white yelping stars...and honestly, if Yelp had a "chef's kiss" button, I'd hit that too. Food? Excellent. Hit the exact spot we didn't even know we were craving. Service? On point! Our order came bagged up like it was ready for a magazine photoshoot. Ambience? A whole vibe. The interior design deserves its own award show. I walked in like, "Okayyy Bodhi Bowl, who decorated this, Beyoncé?" We will definitely be coming back whenever we hit the Bay Area.

Five star from me every single time! the joyful plate is my go to when I'm craving something close to chicken. Always good every single time. Thank you

I went in with some friends and had a pleasant time. The place is a decent size but very cozy and clean. The service was excellent, quick, and helpful. The food itself was quite good! I tried the mi quang pho do and it had tofu and mushroom toppings with a side of cabbage, banana blossom, bean sprouts, and banh trang. We tried the "compassionate bun" or imitation pecking duck and it was so flavorful and crispy! Would totally come back and I look forward to trying their other dishes!

Looking for something vegan, specifically Asian Cuisine? Bodhi Bowl is a great spot to check out! I had lunch there and everything about the experience was great. The service was friendly and attentive, and the ambiance was really nice, definitely a great place to relax and enjoy your meal. I started with the Awakening Eggrolls, they came out hot, crispy and full of flavor. Then I had the Lemongrass Vegan Chicken Plate, which was really good. Honestly, even if someone wasn't vegan, they'd probably think it was real chicken! You can barely tell/taste the difference. Everything I had was fresh, nourishing, and simply delicious. I'll be coming back to try more.

Bodhi Bowl in South Sac is so tasty!! I've never been before but my friend recommended bc I'm currently not eating meat on Fridays. I couldn't believe everything I was eating was vegetarian. Delicious, affordable, and filling!! - Jackfruit Salad $9.50 - Lemongrass "Chicken" $15.50 - Bun Hue Thanh Tinh (vegetarian bun bo hue) $13.50 My favorite items were definitely the jackfruit salad and the lemongrass "chicken." The jackfruit salad tasted exactly like goi ga with the meaty texture of the jackfruit, freshness from the herbs like mint sprigs, and crispy chip. The lemongrass "chicken" is also unbelievable!! The slightly fried breading on the "chicken" definitely have a nice bite and juiciness that felt exactly like real chicken. The flavor of the lemongrass was also very bright and tart, so good. The bun bo thanh tinh is also good, but I don't think it's as such a good "meatless" swap like the two dishes before were. There's a lot of protein in the soup and they provide a fermented tofu paste that gives "funk" like normal shrimp paste does, but it's not exactly the same as bun bo hue. Service was quick but they don't come back to refill water. Good thing I brought my own water in haha. Restaurant is small and quaint, like your normal hole in the wall Asian spot. *Do NOT go to their website! I tried to confirm prices but it's been compromised by a scam site LMAO SAVE YOURSELVES

Bohdi Bowl is a small, Vietnamese restaurant serving vegetarian dishes. It isn't necessarily located in the best area, but there was parking right outside the restaurant doors. They have a very descriptive menu. I tried the Liberating Spring Rolls (A9) and Pho BB (B1) Hue Style Noodle (B2). My pho was flavorful, but I did feel a bit dehydrated after my meal. I appreciate that they served a good amount of bean sprouts with the pho. The sauce for the spring rolls was too fishy for my taste, but I enjoyed the roll itself. Service was average. They didn't check in after the food was served. Overall, a good spot for vegetarians to check out, but it's not necessarily at the top of my list of places to return.

The food here is delicious! The jackfruit salad is SO good. It's savory (not sweet) and tasty!

Amazing veggies food. Services were great. I love the overall look of the restaurant. Great job. Highly recommend. Support local food. I love their vegetarian food. Definitely coming back.

Food was tasty, but slightly salty. Even though there is no meat in the dishes there is a lot of flavor. The meatless substitute made from tofu is delicious. Service is adequate. I ordered the Bun Hue Thanh Thinh and it was flavorful. There were lots of veggies, tofu type meatless substitute, and chili flakes on the side.

This is a classic Vietnamese vegetarian staple where I've tried a few of their dishes but the one that stood out the most are their egg rolls. They were thick and had a nice crisp and the filling was incredibly flavorful and full of taro. I also ordered a bun hue noodle soup that satisfied the soup craving but was missing depth in flavor. I like trying different things on their menu but the egg rolls are definitely a must for each visit.

Ordered the Bun Rieu. Flavor was good and it had mushrooms, triangle tofu with skin, and the medium crumbly tofu. Only complaint is that the chopsticks were sticky feeling? Tested another pair and it still was sticky.

Love all the vegan pho we ordered, it tasted delicious, freshly made to order, & surprisingly vegan! The portions were also huge. I will definitely order from here every time I am back in town!

Excellent vegetarian dishes. Very tasty. I gave 4* because of very limited hours. Closing at 8pm is too soon for a restaurant, I think.

A Hidden Gem I Keep Coming Back To - Vietnamese Vegan Done Right I've been coming to Bodhi Bowl for years, and every time I'm in Sacramento, it's a must-stop for me. This place has become one of those rare spots that feels like a second home--warm, welcoming, and consistently delicious. The owner is an absolute sweetheart, and the staff is always so kind, attentive, and genuine. You can tell they care about their food and their customers, and that makes every visit feel personal. The food itself? Unique and full of flavor. Vietnamese vegan cuisine isn't something you run into every day, and Bodhi Bowl does it exceptionally well. The dishes are thoughtful, well-balanced, and satisfying--whether you're vegan or not. I'm a proud supporter of this spot and will continue to come back every time I'm in the area. If you're looking to try something different, delicious, and made with love, I highly recommend Bodhi Bowl. It's a special kind of place.

This place is not fancy but on this hot evening the fresh variety of food hear was just what we needed. The food was filling but light so I did not feel yucky afterwards in this hot weather. Nice soothing music placed as the dining area was nice and cool. The menu had pictures as well as excellent descriptions so we know what was vegan or could be vegan. I ordered a rice noodle dish with veggie "beef" and peanuts. I could eat this everyday. My companion got spring rolls and a tofu pudding. We wish they were closer as I would go weekly.

They always have really yummy food. I highly recommend them hands-down. I think they're the best Vietnamese vegetarian restaurant in Sacramento.

Clean and quiet restaurant with very quick service. We came on an extremely hot summer day and decided to cool ourselves down with piping hot noodle soup. We ordered the papaya salad, bun hue thanh tinh, and pho bo de tam. We were very impressed with the fresh and flavorful papaya salad. I have tried a lot of papaya salad from different restaurants and this one is definitely one of the top ones I've had. I only wished it was complimented with a more authentic, less salty sauce. Both our noodle soups were very soothing and flavorful with extremely fresh ingredients. The portion size were very generous as well. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for fresh, vegan Vietnamese food!

10/12/2021 Recommend? Yes. Let's get straight to the point: BEST VEGAN BUN BO HUE. That's it. I'm Vietnamese and since my vegan journey of more than 2 years I haven't been able to find a satisfactory bun bo hue. My favorite ones ever have always been in Viet Nam at a little stall in the market or the neighborhood house that makes it to sell. Here I ordered bun bo hue and cha gio. Do take my review with a grain of salt because I had been hungry for daysssss, well really just 1 day because I was on a train. Lol. The bun bo hue here comes with a paste and you should definitely add it to your bowl. It has banana blossom as a veggie to add, but in addition to that I would also love some morning glory. The broth was well seasoned and not overly sweet like a lot of over bun bo hue and the mushrooms, tofu, and "meats" have well absorbed the flavor of the broth too. The cha gio (eggrolls, spring rolls) were fine. I didn't hate it, but I didn't think they were extra great either.

Delicious food, absolutely phenomenal pho. The vegan chicken drumsticks were tasty as well. Friendly service, quick service. Highly recommended for everyone, including meat eaters as the faux meat used is tasty

Fantastic vegetarian Vietnamese restaurant. Each dish was flavorful, you really don't need meat! My favorite was the clay pot fish dish, but I think you can't go wrong ordering here. The workers are nice and the interior reminds me of Vietnamese restaurants from when I went to Vietnam

First time at a Vegetarian Asian restaurant, definitely a must try place. Restaurant is quite small and comfy. Service was quick and nice. Food was delicious, as someone who is not vegetarian I would come back and try other food on the me.

Excellent food! The restaurant is very clean and cute. The staff was friendly and helpful. In addition, the dishes were reasonably priced.

This place was highly recommended to me by my boss and I was not disappointed at all. The menu had so many awesome options and pictures of everything. The staff were sweet and answered lots of questions from my father who is a dedicated whole food plant-based enthusiast. We will be back!!

We've been to Bodhi Bowl a few times and we love coming here! So many great Vietnamese food options (hot and cold) and delicious! The seating options are mostly indoors but there is usually always a table for our party of four. Things we've enjoyed: The Six Perfections: Battered Fried Soy Shrimp Appetizer Pho BB Wisdom Leaf Lemongrass Veggie Chicken Whenever I'm in South Sacramento, I try to make an effort to get here! I would definitely recommend this very fresh and delicious spot to family and friends! Btw, food comes out FAST!

My friends and I hit the biggest nap after this. Amazing food, best vegan Vietnamese foods out here. Bless up

I've never had a bad dish from here. Close your eyes and randomly choose and you can't go wrong! I can't remember the names of the dishes, but the sliced beef noodle dish is my go-to. They way they season the meat is soooo devine. I usually feel the need to add some type of sauce on top of Asian or Vietnamese food, but the flavors are so balanced here that there's no need. Imma still add chili oil tho lol. Everything is very filling and of good value. I highly recommend the spring rolls and fried rolls as well. The fried ones are mini and come out steaming hot and fresh. So hot that your mouth will begin to water as you open your mouth to eat it! The innards are vegetables but there's an additional meaty component inside that makes it soooo craveable and good! Just delicious! The owners are sweet as well. She's vegan too and told me that one day, I will find my vegan husband.

SO GOOD. Oh my god, I love when I find good Vietnamese food, and even better that it was all completely vegetarian. I was only in town for a day but wow if I ever come back to Sacramento I will most definitely be back. Quick and friendly service, and cozy restaurant.

I really wanted to like this place based on the reviews and the fact that it caters to vegetarian/vegans. However I got the B1 and the egg rolls and was not impressed. I'm not a very picky eater but I didn't even finish my food. The egg roll filling threw me off I would have liked more veggies, carrots cabbage ect. but they were filled with glass noodles and faux meat. I didn't like the flavor of the wrap either. The pho flavor was overpowered by star anise, the noodles were very over cooked to the point that I couldn't enjoy eating them. This is the main reason I didn't finish my food. The noodles felt like straight mush in my mouth. This only got worse with time. The portion is smaller than your average bowl of pho. The tofu was okay nothing special. I didn't try any of the faux meat based on my experience with the egg rolls. I also would have enjoyed some bokchoy, carrots or other veggies in the soup. (This is just a personal preference, something that I enjoy from other pho places.) I asked for veggies on the side and they very kindly steamed some bok choy and cabbage for me. I'm sure that some of the items on the menu are good, however I will not be returning. Giving them a 3 star rating simply because the staff was so attentive and kind.

This place exceeded all expectations. Legit Vietnamese people in the kitchen and dining in. Excellent vegan and vegetarian options with an authentic and delicious flavor profile. Great service. Ambiance is homey. We got the bun bo hue, soy "chicken" rice plate, and soy "beef" spring rolls. Would 100% come back again to try their other dishes!

I love the dishes here. They have a lot of variety, and food is always fresh. The portion sizes are good too, and prices are good. The place is clean and the staff very courteous and attentive to patrons.

Came here by chance because my other option ended up being closed and omg!! This place was delicious! Such great vegan/vegetarian options at such a great price point. I really enjoyed the flavors and texture of the food here. Unfortunately when I came they were sold out of the item my friend highly recommended (A3 Six Perfections), but we still thoroughly enjoyed the A2 B1. Parking was easy with the lot, and service was friendly & fast. I will definitely be back to try more of their dishes!

First time here and was pleased to find this place. - Mindfulness Noodle - pretty good, not amazing. - Liberating spring rolls - T was not a fan - a different dipping sauce may have been better. - Heavenly and Awakening Noodle - combo of heavenly spring rolls and awakening noodles (I may have swapped the two names...) I would have given 4 stars except for one BIG reason. I opened the restroom door to an employee using the toilet. Less than 5 seconds later, she was out the door. 1000% sure she did NOT wash her hands, nor do they have a sign in their bathroom requiring employees to wash their hands. That employee left the bathroom and returned to the kitchen. Yuck. I know it probably happens, but to have evidence of it is unacceptable.

For sure a Mom and Pop place. Had the pho, so yummy! Great service. The place is clean and everyone is friendly. My parents wanted to try this because they are both vegetarians. They loved it.

Today we order a few dishes as a family meal type, with Sour Soup, a braised dish, eggroll and jackfruit salad. Food is always good and healthy. I love the braised and its black peppercorn flavor. Best vegan restaurant in town.

Lowkey obsessed with Bodhi Bowl as it totally caters to my love for noodle soup and my totally vegetarian diet! I dropped by Bodhi Bowl pretty early on a Saturday (yay for being open early!) with a couple friends and loved the options so much that I came back in the next day as well! During my initial visit, I tried the Happiness Noodle and the second time I tried the Hue Style Noodle. Both noodle dishes were great, but the ground tofu on the Happiness Noodle was out of this world! Literally addicted to it and dreaming of when I can go back and get it! Service was quick and friendly and there is plenty of parking in the complex if you drop by. This place has a great meal for vegans, vegetarians, and meat eaters alike so check it out for sure!

The food was excellent. Lots of vegan options. Andy, the owner came out several times to see how we were doing.

Bodhi is an authentic vegetarian and vegan restaurant. Whenever I feel like having vegetarian food, this is my first choice! This is hidden in a quiet plaza in South Sacramento. I've tried many of their dishes, but these are my favorites. A4 Enlightening Spring Roll It's grilled vegetarian "beef", lettuce, cilandro, pickled carrots, mints and cilantro wrapped in rice paper. It's very refreshing and healthy. It comes with a peanut dipping sauce. B4 Happinese Noodles A flavorful mushroom and tomato broth with grounded tofu, sprouts, cabbages, herbs and rice noodles. On a cold day, this is so comforting. C4 Joyful Giving Plate Seasoned lemongrass "chicken" with rice and pickled carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes. It's a little spicy, but you can't stop after one bite of the "chicken". C6 Mediation Plate Fried seasoned "tuna" with rice and pickled carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes. My son thought it was real fish and couldn't believe it was made out of soybean and spices. I don't know how they do it, but it's absolutely delicious. Highly Recommended. Reasonably priced and the ladies/staffs are super friendly.

Located in Little Saigon along with many other little gems, Bodhi Bowl shines through with fresh ingredients and great flavor. I had seen this place a few times but never tried it, until today! They are offering indoor dining so I chose to do that. The menu is clearly marked with what is vegan vs what can be made vegan, which was the majority of the menu. Otherwise, everything is vegetarian. I chose a rice plate and Enlightening Spring Rolls while my boyfriend got pho. Everything was delicious, especially the beef substitute they make. Both my dishes came with their beef and I was so excited! It had a great texture and flavor. The peanut sauce they serve with their spring rolls was also amazing. My boyfriend also really enjoyed his pho. The service was friendly and quick. The inside is also really cute and they had the AC running which was nice as it's starting to heat up. Overall, a really good place with fair prices. Will definitely come back!

Really good vegetarian food. Everything was nicely seasoned. If you want faux meat pho this place is great. I stuck with the B1 but they have a delicious tomato broth soup that's worth a shot B4. It was so flavorful and delicious. need to also get the spring rolls. It has seasoned soy that imitates meat and you can hardly tell it's vegetarian. The food was perfect for today's crazy weather. Prices are pretty cheap too. The restaurant was clean and well managed. However the customer service could be improved. There is a parking lot with plenty of parking. The plaza this place is located in has options for dessert and other things.

Amazing vegetarian food, service, and nice area inside! 10/10 would recommend. We tried the plant-based lemongrass chicken and tuna, and it was perfect. There's so many options, would definitely come back and try out the other yummy vegetarian food in the menu!!

The vegan food here is delicious! I try to swing by this place when I am in the area. I just visited this place today and had the Mindfulness Noodle (B3 on the menu) and the tofu pudding for dessert. I also had a cup of iced tea and Vietnamese iced coffee. The owners and staff are friendly. I was quickly seated after arriving and my noodle bowl arrived a few minutes after I ordered. I highly recommend this place!

A small vegetarian Vietnamese restaurant in Little Saigon. I came here with my friend since we were both craving pho and he told me this was the best pho he's had in Sacramento. Well, it definitely lived up to the statement. The pho was very flavorful and the noodles were cooked well! There were two veggie meats. The veggie ham was amazing, the best vegetarian meat I've ever had. I wasn't the biggest fan of the veggie beef though. There was also tofu which was good and mushrooms which I didn't enjoy much either in the pho due to the slimy texture. We also ordered eggrolls, which were really good and addicting. Would recommend trying them out or any appetizer. The service was fast and good, and at the end we just went up to the register to pay. We were there for a while since we were talking and didn't feel rushed at all which was nice. This is a great place for Vietnamese food whether or not you're vegetarian!

The food here are amazing, very flavorful and delicious. I usually get the noodles and spring rolls. Space is very clean too! Definitely a must-try spot for vegan lover.

While the typical styrofoam, plastic, and (non-typical) extra use of plastic wrap of the takeout materials is always disappointing, the food itself knocked it out of the ballpark. I would love to dine in once we can do that again (so please do your part so we can get there faster). A4 Spring rolls: Honestly I kind of liked these better than the meat version! The soy beef has a great crispy/chewy texture. The vegetables were fresh and crunchy. Would definitely get again. B3 Mindfulness noodles: Initially looking at the broth, I thought, "is this just going to be weird oily water?" BUT NO, I WAS DELIGHTFULLY WRONG. The broth has a beautiful, deep squash flavor that is sweet and savory when paired with the cabbage (and whatever sweetener they put in). They give you these giant crispy chips you can put in that crackle once they hit liquid and it mimics pork rinds in experience (not taste, but I still enjoyed eating them). I would definitely get this dish again. It is on the sweet and spicy side - I wouldn't say the cabbage made it sour or anything like that. I could just drink the broth lol Eating this dish felt light but satisfying and filling. (pro tip: reheat in a hot pot!) B9 Purity noodles: This was good, but it was my least favorite of the three dishes we ordered. To be fair, we ate this the next day instead of fresh! I think it would be awesome to eat fresh (and dine in style). The sauce is very sweet. Overall, if you love the sweetness and the fresh, crisp, refreshing breeze of Vietnamese cuisine, you'll love this place. Happy to see a vegan/vegetarian Vietnamese restaurant with still affordable pricing!

Wonderful place. Delicious variety of vegan and vegetarian options. Decorated very well and the staff are great. Tip them generously!

Came here for a Lunar New Year lunch with family after visiting the temple nearby. It was busy but luckily we were able to get a table for our party of four! We had two appetizers (pictured), two bowls of Bun Rieu, Bun Hue Chay, and Pho Chay. The flavors weren't bold or stood out in any way, but everything was light yet filling. For drinks, we were charged $1 per person for tea. The Vietnamese coffee (cafe sua da) was pretty good (good enough to get another cup to-go LOL), along with the mango smoothie (had a cherry on top!). Service wasn't that great. The younger hostesses really made their point that they didn't want to work there, but the older gentlemen bussing tables were kind and checked on us occasionally. Overall pretty great place for a vegetarian meal. Food comes out quickly even when the restaurant's busy, so come hungry, leave satisfied!

I had the 7 treasures rice plate and papaya salad. The tofu and the medley of veggies were really good and seasoned well, unfortunately the rice literally smelled like old socks. I'll try the noodles next time.