Vegetarian Restaurants, Vancouver

Meat Free Dining is Easy in this Western Canadian City

Jun 2, 2008

Find the best vegetarian restaurants in Vancouver, BC, serving meat free food to diners.

You’ll never go hungry in Vancouver, even if you don’t eat meat. It’s probably one of the most vegetarian-friendly cities on the globe, offering cuisine from all over the world. The population here is filled with those who don’t eat meat, who only eat fish, who eat eggs but no other dairy, and every combination in between. The healthy air and active lifestyles here encourage diets that promote wellness.

The Naam Restaurant

This 24-hour eatery is what most people think of when you ask about vegetarian restaurants in Vancouver. With a natural food menu filled with reliable cooking, check it out any day of the year except Christmas Day. Expect a bustling atmosphere and sometimes-slow service, but that doesn’t stop locals from cramming the rafters. Make sure to leave yourself plenty of time, as it’s almost always packed to capacity.

Rhizome Café

Serving mostly vegan and vegetarian fare, you can also find a few fish dishes on the menu. The simple and delicious menu fuses healthy snacks with homemade comfort food. Especially popular is their brunch menu on the weekends, including breakfast burritos and lots of egg combinations. The venue is also well-used as a special events location, with musical acts, grassroots organizations and artists all getting together over good food and great vibes.

Bo Kong Vegetarian Restaurant

This Main Street favorite doles out well-priced vegetarian Chinese food. The menu is extensive and has enough choices for every palate. Service is friendly and efficient, and the space is filled with spacious tables ideal for small and large groups. You’ll wonder at the things they can do with tofu.

Yogi’s Vegetarian Restaurant

A much-loved Commercial Drive hangout is Yogi’s. The fusion menu mixes traditional Indian fare with solid eastside prices. The Punjabi cuisine comes in generous portions, which means you can take some home if you can’t finish. Almost all items are under $10 and geared towards both vegetarians and vegans.

The Foundation

Acknowledged as the essential vegetarian hang out on Main Street, The Foundation offers up meatless and vegan options at bargain prices. Their reputation is founded on basic dishes like black beans and rice, with an added flair such as mango. Seating is on retro furniture and the kitchen is as open as if you’re sitting in a friend’s apartment. Although service often lags, this is a hot hub for leisurely catching up over simply prepared food.

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