Kim Key Vegetarian Restaurant – Authentic Pure Vegetarian Chinese Cuisine in Nanaimo

Best and only pure vegetarian restaurant in Nanaimo BC, Chinese style without five pungent vegetables (No onion / No chive / No garlic / No allium) (Buddha vegetarian) decent price and so delicious for every dishes. Peaceful environment. Look no further, this is your best vegetarian choice in Nanaimo, easy to find with amble parking spaces. We will be back again. Thank you.

First visit- we went mid afternoon and had benefit of exclusive service! Clean fresh tasteful modern decor; all furniture, tableware, cutlery of very high quality. No cheap flatware here! Friendly welcoming server, good explanation of menu options. (We’re not vegetarian). Food came out promptly, well presented and attractive. Everything was clearly super fresh, with generous portions and the spicy Szechuan mixed vegetables (combo with rice, miso, and amazing spring rolls) was dialed back to just the right amount of heat as per request. We left with take-away cartons, very satisfied and full, but not stuffed or bloated!. We didn’t miss having meat in our very enjoyable meal, and will be back. Happy to recommend this to anyone who enjoys Fresh delicious Chinese cuisine.

Everything was delicious! The server recommended the kung pao lion’s main for non-vegetarians so we gave it a try and loved it. We also ordered the hot and sour soup and vegetable fried rice. Dishes are large and served family-style so perfect for sharing.

We loved it so much!!! Thank you for creating a delicious place for vegans in Nanaimo! The place was beautiful and clean, the service was beyond top notch and the food was incredible!!! Our absolute favorite dish was the Kung Pao Lions Mane which we will order every time! We also ordered the Szechwan Flavour Eggplant, Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings and the Salt-Pepper Tofu which were also amazing!!! I can not recommend this spot enough! We are already planning our next trip to Nanaimo just for this as we want to try everything on the menu!! Kim Key is a guaranteed must stop for us every time we are in Nanaimo now and can't wait to go again!! See you soon Kim Key!!!

My friends and I had a wonderful dining experience at this all-vegetarian restaurant! The food was delicious, with fresh and flavorful ingredients. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, making the meal even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was elegant and relaxing, perfect for a nice meal. I highly recommend this place to anyone, whether you're vegetarian or just looking for tasty, healthy food. We will definitely come back again!

Amazing Restaurant for vegetarians! Food tastes really good, it feels fresh and the service is great. Humble people. Price is a little high but definitely good quality.

A Feast for the Soul by Chef Hanson Dining at this vegetarian restaurant was pure joy, thanks to Chef Hanson’s extraordinary talent. Every dish felt like a celebration of flavor and creativity—vibrant, fresh, and beautifully balanced. The aromas alone made my heart skip, but the first bite sealed it: my soul, my eyes, and my belly were all equally delighted. If you’re looking for food that nourishes more than just hunger, Chef Hanson’s vegetarian creations will leave you glowing. I left not just full, but happy—inside and out. Their customer service is top-notch and they have very friendly staff members.

Delicious food and great ambiance. We were skeptic as most Chinese restaurants in Nanaimo are mid but we were pleasantly surprised. Everything item was great quality and the service provided by the staff was amazing!