Delicious Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Vancouver

With Vancouverites’ commitment to sustainability, fresh local produce, and healthy living, it’s no surprise the city is a top destination for delicious restaurants, most of which feature or center on innovative plant-forward cuisine. From casual hidden gems to Michelin-recognized establishments, here are a few standout vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Vancouver.

Mount Pleasant Eats

The Acorn

Vancouver’s vegetarian restaurant scene has received considerable critical acclaim. And at the top of this list is Vancouver MICHELIN Recommended restaurant, The Acorn, a gem of the trendy Mount Pleasant neighbourhood.

When you visit, we recommend splurging on the blind tasting menu. Rotating menu items include inventive dishes such as wild mushroom pâté, beets with preserved cherries, soy-braised squash, and more.

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Kitsilano Eats

Folke

Folke, also MICHELIN-recommended, was one of Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2023 (enRoute) and also won silver in the Best New category 2023 (Vancouver Magazine). Folke prioritizes local ingredients in their entirely vegan Vancouver restaurant menu, with creations such as tapioca dumplings with caramelized mushroom, nam jim, and preserved chili.

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East Vancouver Eats

Do Chay

Do Chay is one of the tastiest vegetarian restaurants in Vancouver, offering a modern take on classic Vietnamese cuisine. Most of their menu is vegan, with mouthwatering dishes such as a Banh Xeo Crepe, filled with plant-based prawns, sprouts, jicama, & mushroom alongside fresh herbs & greens for wrapping and "ish" sauce.

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Chinatown Eats

Virtuous Pie

The pizza game in the city is going strong. Virtuous Pie is a favourite for vegan pizza, with inventive selections like gochujang cauliflower and superfunghi with wild mushrooms and truffle almond ricotta.

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FAQ's:

Is Vancouver good for vegans?

Yes, Vancouver is considered to be one of the best cities in the world for vegans! Dozens of restaurants, cafés, and grocery stores offer innovative and delicious plant-based cuisine. Chefs across the city have embraced plant-based cooking, making delicious vegan menu options the norm rather than the exception.

What are the best Vancouver neighbourhoods for vegan food?

East Vancouver(Main Street) and Kitsilano have some of the highest concentrations of plant-based restaurants to choose from. However, virtually every neighbourhood in the city has vegan and vegetarian restaurants, so plant-based diners will never go hungry.

What types of vegan and vegetarian cuisine can you find in Vancouver?

Vancouver is a multi-cultural foodie paradise, and this extends to vegan and vegetarian cuisine too!

Best Vegan Pizza: Virtuous Pie, Pizzeria Grano

Best Vegan Sushi: COFU

Best Vegan Vietnamese: Viet Family, Do Chay, The Hestia Veggie

Best Vegetarian Cantonese: Sun Bo Kong Vegetarian Restaurant

Best Vegan Bakery: To Live For, Bonus Bakery

When is the Vegan Night Market in Vancouver?

Canada's first and only Vegan Night Market has been a celebrated event in the city since first opening in 2017. Running once or twice per month, the night market welcomes visitors for a night of delicious plant-based eats, music, and bevvies.

When is the Vancouver Vegan Festival?

The Vancouver Vegan Festival is back on September 5, 2026! This free event is all about championing vegan changemakers in the community, enjoying tasty food, and supporting sustainable businesses.

Vancouver’s plant-based scene continues to prove that great food and consicous dining go hand in hand. With so many standout sustainable restaurants in the city to choose from, it’s easy to explore one tasty, vegetable-filled plate at a time.