Buddha's Belly Itaewon
Offers a dedicated vegan/vegetarian section on the menu with many options, and the owners are knowledgeable about vegan food and double-check orders.
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Offers a dedicated vegan/vegetarian section on the menu with many options, and the owners are knowledgeable about vegan food and double-check orders. The venue also serves meat, so cross-contact is possible. Note that some vegetarian items contain oyster sauce, so confirm vegan status with staff.
[1] Aggregator Buddha, HappyCow
HappyCow lists the restaurant with four community reviews. A separate vegan/vegetarian section appears on the menu. Owners are knowledgeable about vegan food, though some items marked 'vegetarian' contain oyster sauce.fetched May 30, 2026[2] Aggregator Buddha, HappyCow
The HappyCow reviews mention a separate vegan and vegetarian menu, and that the owners double-check orders. A warning notes that two of the vegetarian options contain oyster sauce, which is relevant for diners with a shellfish allergy.fetched May 30, 2026[3] Verified blog Buddha, wanderlog.com
The Wanderlog aggregator page mentions a separate vegan and vegetarian section, alongside third-party blog excerpts claiming gluten-free options are available. No details appear on cross-contact or dedicated equipment.fetched May 30, 2026Has a separate gluten-free menu and a dedicated fryer for GF items, with staff trained to use different plates for gluten-free orders. The kitchen is shared and not dedicated gluten-free, so some cross-contamination risk remains. Several celiac diners report positive experiences, including recognition of travel celiac cards.
[1] Aggregator Buddha, FindMeGlutenFree
The FindMeGlutenFree page lists a separate gluten-free menu, a dedicated fryer, and different plates for gluten-free orders, with staff noted as aware. A caveat is included: the facility is not dedicated gluten-free and may not be safe for celiacs.fetched May 30, 2026[2] Verified blog Buddha, atly.com
The Atly.com community directory rates the venue as 'Accommodating' with 'Some risk of cross-contamination'. The directory also lists a gluten-free menu and 'Trained staff' as a feature.fetched May 30, 2026A single review warns that some vegetarian options contain oyster sauce, which is derived from shellfish. No other source addresses shellfish safety. The kitchen serves meat and shellfish-containing ingredients, so risk of cross-contact cannot be ruled out. Call ahead to discuss needs.
Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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