The short answer
Namaskar Vegetarian Restaurant: what visitors should know first
Go for a cheap, simple vegetarian lunch or early dinner. It is cash-only and has no air conditioning, so late afternoon or evening is more comfortable. Ask for vegan if you avoid dairy or egg.
Diet
What we checked
- Pure Veg. The whole menu has no meat, fish or egg. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Namaskar Vegetarian Restaurant facts at a glance
- Location
- Burgos Street, Puerto Princesa
- Dining style
- Casual vegetarian eatery
- Price signal
- Budget
- Signature order
- Try: spring rolls or tofu skewers
- Good for
- Simple vegetarian meals
- Photo
- Illustrative vegetarian spring rolls, not from the restaurant
Why it matters
Why Namaskar Vegetarian Restaurant is worth your time
A dedicated vegetarian kitchen is rare in Palawan, and this is one of the few that is easy to reach from the city centre. It is not Indian food, but it serves meat-free Chinese and Filipino dishes that many Indian vegetarians find comfortable.
It is best treated as a practical stop rather than a destination. It fills the gap when a family wants a cheap, safe vegetarian lunch near the centre, and it shows how plant-based cooking in the Philippines often relies on soy and gluten rather than dairy.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Order the spring rolls
Spinach lists them as the top-recommended dish.
- 02
Carry cash
It is cash-only.
- 03
Go when it is cooler
No air conditioning.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Namaskar is a small vegetarian eatery on Burgos Street. HappyCow says it serves Chinese and Filipino food and that it was formerly Vegetarian House, and notes it is not an Indian restaurant. Spinach lists tofu skewers, spring rolls as the top recommendation, noodles, burgers, fried rice and veggie-meat teriyaki among its dishes.
Addresses differ slightly between listings, with 71 Burgos and 75-P Burgos, so ask your driver or hotel to confirm. It is cash-only and has no air conditioning. Go in the late afternoon, bring bottled water and keep expectations simple.
Spinach says dishes are mostly vegan but that vegan options are not always available, so ask for vegan when you order if it matters. Jain diners should ask about onion and garlic, because the restaurant does not state that it cooks Jain food.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Carry cash
- Go in the late afternoon
- Confirm the address with your driver
- Ask for vegan dishes if needed
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Burgos Street, Puerto Princesa
- Time needed
- 45 to 60 minutes
- Best time
- Late afternoon or early evening
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Simple eatery with no air conditioning and fans only. Seating is basic. Go when it is cooler and carry bottled water.
- Tickets and access
- Spinach lists hours Monday to Saturday, around 11 am to 3 pm and 5 to 8 pm, closed Sunday, but confirm locally. Cash only per Spinach and HappyCow.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Namaskar Vegetarian Restaurant
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Simple eatery with no air conditioning and fans only. Seating is basic. Go when it is cooler and carry bottled water.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Namaskar an Indian restaurant?
No. HappyCow says it serves Chinese and Filipino food and was formerly called Vegetarian House.
Can I pay by card?
Spinach and HappyCow list it as cash-only.
Is it vegan?
Spinach says mostly vegan, but vegan options are not always available. Ask when ordering.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
