12 verified venues. Prices in local currency, HappyCow ratings, and honest verdicts from the Leaf & Roam team.
MeeT is Vancouver's beloved all-vegan comfort food destination, serving up indulgent burgers, loaded fries, and creative bowls that convince even the most committed carnivores. The Main Street location anchors a growing mini-chain that has become a cornerstone of the city's plant-based scene. Expect lively crowds, craft cocktails, and portions that leave no one hungry.
Heirloom Vegetarian brings fine-dining elegance to plant-based eating with a menu rooted in seasonal BC produce and global technique. The space is intimate and warmly lit, perfect for a slow dinner where each course surprises. Most dishes are vegan or easily modified, and the wine list features organic and biodynamic selections from the Okanagan and beyond.
Virtuous Pie proves that vegan pizza can stand on its own with creative pies topped with cashew mozzarella, house-made sauces, and seasonal vegetables. The Chinatown storefront doubles as a soft-serve ice cream counter offering rotating plant-based flavours. It is a fast-casual favourite for visitors exploring the neighbourhood's historic streets and night markets.
The Acorn is Vancouver's most acclaimed vegetable-forward restaurant, earning national recognition for dishes that treat produce as the star rather than a side. The tasting menu transforms beets, mushrooms, and root vegetables into multi-textured compositions that rival any fine-dining experience in the city. Vegan options are plentiful and the cocktail programme is inventive and seasonal.
Chickpea is a tiny Mediterranean counter-service spot that packs enormous flavour into every falafel wrap, hummus plate, and grain bowl. Everything is plant-based and made fresh daily, with generous portions that make it one of the best value meals in Vancouver. The line often stretches out the door at lunch, and regulars swear by the garlic sauce.
Nuba brings Lebanese home cooking to Gastown with a menu built around mezze platters, crispy cauliflower, and fragrant stews that translate beautifully to plant-based eating. The exposed-brick Gastown location has the energy of a neighbourhood gathering place, and the kitchen is generous with vegan substitutions. Their najib's special cauliflower has achieved near-legendary status in the city.
Do Chay is a Vietnamese-inspired vegan restaurant that captures the bright, herbaceous soul of Saigon street food without any animal products. The pho is deeply flavoured, the banh mi is crispy-soft perfection, and the lemongrass dishes carry real heat. It is a reflection of Vancouver's Pacific Rim identity, run with warmth and a commitment to making plant-based Vietnamese food accessible to everyone.
The Arbor is a fully vegan restaurant from the team behind The Acorn, offering a more casual but equally creative take on plant-based cuisine. The menu leans into global flavours with Korean-inspired tacos, mushroom ragu, and seasonal vegetable plates that showcase BC produce. The space feels like a natural extension of Main Street's progressive food culture.
Kokomo is a bright, plant-filled vegan cafe in Kitsilano that serves colourful smoothie bowls, nourish plates, and hearty brunch dishes with a health-conscious edge. The aesthetic is unashamedly Instagram-friendly, but the food backs it up with real flavour and substance. It captures the Kits neighbourhood spirit perfectly: active, outdoorsy, and mindful about what goes on the plate.
The Naam is Vancouver's original vegetarian restaurant, operating since 1968 and holding its ground as a Kitsilano institution for over five decades. The menu is an eclectic mix of global comfort food, from dragon bowls to enchiladas, with most items available vegan. Open late and filled with the relaxed energy of live acoustic music, it remains a rite of passage for every plant-based traveller visiting the city.
Indigo Age Cafe is a fully vegan and largely raw restaurant tucked into downtown Vancouver, offering cold-pressed juices, living food plates, and dehydrated crackers alongside heartier cooked options. The space doubles as a wellness hub with a calm, intentional atmosphere. For travellers looking to reset after long flights or indulgent eating, this is the cleanest meal in the city centre.
Bandidas Taqueria is a Commercial Drive staple serving Mexican-inspired vegetarian and vegan comfort food with generous portions and bold flavours. The breakfast burritos are legendary among locals, and the vegan options span enchiladas, tacos, and loaded nachos. The Drive's bohemian energy spills into the restaurant, making it a perfect casual stop for travellers exploring East Vancouver's most eclectic strip.