Mist is a pure diet restaurant serving traditional Chinese Gongfu tea and vegan food free of both alcohol and the five pungent spices (onion/spring onion, garlic, chives, shallots, and asafetida). All dishes are prepared with seasonal, organic ingredients. Many customers have praised Mist’s delicious food, along with the owner’s friendliness. Mist has a decidedly Asian-themed interior, with bamboo ceilings, Buddha statues, and Chinese tea sets.

Prior to opening his own kitchen, Ben, the owner, worked in (Michelin-starred) Chinese, Japanese and French restaurants. This varied background helped him create different types of tasty food, improving his customer’s dining experience. After being inspired by close friends, Ben changed Mist into a pure diet restaurant in the spring of 2019.

During our interview, Ben related Confucius’ famous aphorism: Do not do to others as you would not want done to you. “I couldn’t imagine how much animals suffered while being killed,” he continued, “so changed to the pure diet. This affected my restaurant in turn. After the change, my mind became clearer, and my senses were amplified, which made tasting more subtle flavors possible. Since then, Mist’s energy has become both pure and calm. The plants are growing very well, and the orchids are constantly blooming. I want to provide a complete dining experience for my customers, including exquisite, healthy food, finely decorated dishes, a peaceful atmosphere, warm customer service, and an Asian cultural impact. Upon entering, many customers can feel that the restaurant is somehow different.”