The Essence of China
West Linn, OR
The Essence of China offers great dishes that can likely be made vegan. Though they don't specifically accommodate vegans, potential vegan options include the Ma Po Tofu and Hot & Spicy Eggplant.
Top Picks
Kung Pao Tofu
Contains kung pao sauce, peanuts, scallions, and tofu. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Spicy Eggplant
Contains eggplant, and spicy sauce. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Hot & Spicy Eggplant
Contains eggplant, and hot and spicy sauce. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Crispy Tofu
Contains crispy tofu. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Ma Po Tofu
Contains tofu, and bean paste. This item may contain dairy.
Full Menu
Waist Watchers (Vegetables and Tofu)
Indicates hot and spicy.
Hot & Spicy Egg Plant
Contains eggplant, and hot and spicy sauce. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Kung Pao Tofu
Contains kung pao sauce, peanuts, scallions, and tofu. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Broccoli with Garlic Sauce
Contains broccoli, and garlic sauce. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Sesame Tofu
Contains sesame sauce, and tofu. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Tofu with Vegetables
Contains tofu, and mixed vegetables. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Vegetable Delight
Contains mixed vegetables, and tofu. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Sautéed String Beans
Contains string beans. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Dinner Specials
Crispy Tofu
Contains crispy tofu. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Chili Peanuts
Contains peanuts, and chili seasoning. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Sautéed Spinach
Contains spinach. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Rice and Noodles
House Rice (or Noodle) with Gravy
Contains gravy, and a choice of rice, or noodles. The gravy may be non-vegan.
Fried Rice of Your Choice
Contains fried rice, and a choice of chicken, pork, or vegetable. We suggest removing the egg.
Moo Shu Dishes
Mooshu of Your Choice
Contains pancakes, moo shu sauce, and a choice of beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, or vegetable. We suggest removing the egg.
Sides and Substitutions
Steamed Rice (Large)
Contains steamed rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Steamed Rice (Small)
Contains steamed rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Brown Rice (Small)
Contains brown rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Substitute Brown Rice
Contains brown rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Brown Rice (Large)
Contains brown rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Brown Rice (Medium)
Contains brown rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Steamed Rice (Medium)
Contains steamed rice. We believe this item is vegan as is.
Family Dinners
Must order for a minimum of two persons.
No vegan options.
Seafood
Indicates hot and spicy.
No vegan options.
Soup
Hot and spicy.
No vegan options.
Pork
Indicates hot and spicy.
No vegan options.
Poultry
Indicates hot and spicy.
No vegan options.
Chow Mein and Lo Mein
Lo mein is a soft noodle.
No vegan options.
Egg Foo Yung Dishes
No vegan options.
Cantonese Chow Down
No vegan options.
Chef's Suggestions
* Indicates hot and spicy.
No vegan options.
Appetizers
No vegan options.
Beef
* indicates hot and spicy.
No vegan options.
Combination Plates
Mix and match among our most popular favorites. Option to choose from pork chow mein, pork fried rice, sweet and sour chicken, sweet and sour pork, diced almond chicken, or egg foo yung.
No vegan options.
