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Located in Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Purple Stone Vegetarian Food Center 紫晶素食中心 is a highly recommended vegetarian haven that combines affordability with flavor. Many patrons rave about the economy rice options, noting that it offers "the cheapest vegetarian economy rice in Penang" without compromising on taste. Signature dishes like laksa and curry mee receive particular praise for their rich flavors.
Customers appreciate the vast selection available, with over 50 diverse items, ranging from mixed rice to eggless cakes and delicious kuih. The portions are generous, making for a fulfilling meal at an unbeatable price—one reviewer managed to sample three dishes and four kuih for merely MYR 8!
While the reviews suggest that drinks like "cham" and "teh tarik" could use improvement, the true star is undoubtedly the food. It's worth noting, however, that parking can be a challenge in the area, so plan your visit accordingly. Overall, Purple Stone stands out not only for its culinary offerings but also for its welcoming atmosphere and dedicated service. It's a must-visit for any vegetarian foodie!
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- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
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- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
Reviews for Purple Stone Vegetarian Food Center 紫晶素食中心
Review highlights
Based on 60 reviewsPurple Stone Vegetarian Food Center 紫晶素食中心 is widely appreciated for its affordable and flavorful vegetarian offerings, particularly standout dishes like laksa, curry mee, and hokkien mee. Customers frequently highlight the generous portions and diverse selection, including mixed rice with numerous choices, eggless cakes, and traditional kuih. The restaurant is praised for its reasonable pricing, making it a popular economical option in Penang. Friendly service and the availability of healthier options such as brown rice add to its appeal. However, some patrons note that beverage options like "cham" and "teh tarik" could be improved, and parking difficulties near the location are commonly mentioned due to strict enforcement and limited spaces.
It's vegetarian!!! Inexpensive. The "cham" and "teh tarik" drinks could be better, but, you're here for the vegetarian food. Not sure about the paper straw with the disposable plastic cup.
Cheapest vegetarian economy rice in penang and it’s taste really good especially the laksa, curry mee. I have 3 dishes in a huge portion plus 4 kuih, total is myr8!!! It’s an unbeatable price for vegetarianHighly recomended!!
The hokkien mee is taste nice and cheap,small is 4 ringgit, big is 4.5. The drink also good,the people are nice,I recommend to eat here,it's good vegetarian choice.
They sell vegetarian mixed rice, sandwiches, eggless cakes, kuih, noodles etc . Delicious and reasonable price Brown rice is available too. The only disadvantage is difficult to find car parking. Can't park at the roadside or else you will get compound from PDRM (Police) which you have to pay RM100++ ?? (forgot exactly how much).
I had curry noodles at this vegetarian Kopitiam in Ayer Itam. While the noodles may not be the absolute best, they meet a 5-star standard. Their kueh is excellent, and the mix rice takeaway offers over 50 diverse dishes to choose from. Great variety!
Really cheap ( around 5 RM per plate) and crazy delicious vegan food. Really big choice. We took 2 plates both and even take away because was so tasty
Truly local experience with a huge all vegetarian buffet! We would have loved to try more of the countless good looking dishes they had, but our plates were full (and our stomachs after finishing, too). You won't eat better and cheaper anywhere else. We will come back!
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Tuesday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Wednesday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Thursday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Friday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Saturday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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