Sunflower Daddy Xiàng Rì Kuí Bà Bà

This vegetarian restaurant is located very close to the Small North Gate (Xiaobeimen) of Sichuan University. It offers a variety of interesting dishes, such as pizza, pasta, small Vietnamese spring rolls, vegetarian chicken legs, and Japanese udon noodles with vegetables. While there are several vegan options available, most of them are of Eastern cuisine, such as Sichuan fried rice noodles with vegetables or curried vegetables. They also serve smoothies, although I have not personally tried them. The staff is very friendly, which is somewhat unusual for the area, and the prices are reasonable (though they may be more expensive compared to meat restaurants nearby, they are not as high as upscale vegan Chinese restaurants further from the campus). The ambiance of the restaurant is unique, as it is located in a dark and somewhat dirty area with meat restaurants clustered around it, but upon entering, you can immediately tell you are in a vegetarian establishment by the smell and brightness. The staff is also accommodating and willing to inform you about dishes that can be made without MSG or other ingredients you may wish to avoid. This restaurant has been a vegetarian oasis for me while studying at Sichuan University, especially since the cafeteria options are unappetizing and filled with MSG.

Located near the Small North Gate of the University of Sichuan, this vegetarian restaurant offers a variety of interesting dishes including pizza, pasta, Vietnamese spring rolls, veg chicken leg, and Japanese noodles with vegetables. While most of the vegan options lean towards Eastern cuisine like Sichuan fried rice noodles and cured vegetables, there are also smoothies available. The staff is friendly, prices are reasonable, and the ambience is unique. Despite being surrounded by other non-vegetarian eateries, once inside, the distinct smell and brightness make it clear that this is a vegetarian establishment. The restaurant is accommodating to dietary preferences and restrictions, making it a welcomed oasis for those studying at Sichuan University where vegetarian options in the cafeterias are lacking.

Many former students from nearby high schools frequently dine at this restaurant. The atmosphere is especially inviting. There are 30 tables available, and reservations are recommended.

The restaurant can be easily found by looking for a large blue street sign labeled with the number 5. After entering, walk down a short open corridor until you reach a yellow-themed room on the right. The owner is welcoming and speaks some English. The menu offers a mix of simple dishes influenced by both Western and Asian cuisines to cater to a variety of tastes.

Many former high school students come here to eat. The atmosphere is particularly inviting. The restaurant has been around for 30 years now, showing that it has stood the test of time.