Greendot (The Star Vista)

Greendot's Star Vista branch is on level two of The Star Vista, the curved mall at Vista Exchange Green in Buona Vista, a short walk from Buona Vista MRT on the East-West and Circle lines. Its lunchtime trade comes largely from the offices and research buildings of one-north and Fusionopolis, along with residents of Holland Village and Ghim Moh, so it is a handy spot for a quick meat-free meal on a workday.

Greendot is a homegrown vegetarian chain with around 14 outlets, cooking plant-based versions of local dishes. Bestsellers include the signature laksa, angelica herbal noodles, crispy beancurd skin sesame rice, the rendang lion's mane mushroom bento and a stir-fry mushroom and vegetable pot, alongside heritage pao fan, wok-fried rice, braised bentos and Nanyang kopi. The food is vegetarian rather than fully vegan, and the chain is not halal-certified.

To order, use Greendot's own online store and select the Star Vista outlet with a pick-up or delivery time slot; orders can also be placed by WhatsApp. Pre-ordering is a good way to beat the office lunch rush. Prices are budget-friendly, in line with a casual food-court-style meal.