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The vibe: good for groups
15 essentials · 3 signature dishes
Best Vegan Restaurants in Amsterdam
15 essentials
Where to eat first in Amsterdam
Ranked by overall rating, signature dish strength and how much reviewers praise the food. If you only have a weekend, start here.
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Vegan Ramen, Seitan
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Worth ordering: #2 Ramen
Falafel Pita, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #1 Falafel
Vegan Soups, Fresh Salads
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Ethiopian, Vegan Injera & Cakes
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Worth ordering: #4 Cake
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Lebanese Pita, Vegan Hummus
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Portuguese Tarts, Vegan Nata
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Worth ordering: #1 Pastel de nata
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Brunch, Vegan Shakshuka
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The vibe: good for groups
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Greenhouse Dining, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
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Vegan Gelato, Wine, Pastries
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Worth ordering: #2 Ice cream
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Vegan Soup, Hummus Bowls
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Japanese Ramen, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
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Syrian Maza, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
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Homestyle Pies, Vegan Dishes
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The vibe: good for families
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Dutch Pancakes, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Pancakes
3 signature dishes
What Amsterdam cooks best
The dishes Amsterdam's reviews name most and praise hardest, each ranked by how reviewers rate the vegan version.
signature #1
Best pastel de nata in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Mister NATA Listed above as essential 07
Portuguese Nata, Vegan Tart
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Worth ordering: #2 Pastel de nata
Portuguese Pastries, Vegan Nata
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastel de nata
signature #2
Best ramen in Amsterdam
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Ramen
- Number 2. Kitchen Impossible Amsterdam Listed above as essential 02
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Ramen
Ramen, Vegan Tan Tan Men
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Worth ordering: #4 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #5 Ramen
9 more
Japanese Ramen, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for groups
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Miso
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The vibe: good for groups
Ramen, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 10. Men Impossible Listed above as essential 12
Ramen, Vegan Broth Choices
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The vibe: good for solo
Ramen, Vegan Miso & Tantanmen
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The vibe: good for groups
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
signature #3
Best poke bowl in Amsterdam
Poke Bowls, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Poke bowl
Poké Bowls, Vegan Salmon
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Worth ordering: #2 Poke bowl
Poké Bowls, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Poke bowl
Poké Bowls, Vegan Salmon
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Worth ordering: #4 Poke bowl
Poke Bowls, Vegan Rainbowl
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Worth ordering: #5 Poke bowl
Vegan & omni
2 lists Fully vegan · Omni standouts
10 places
Fully vegan in Amsterdam
Vegan Soup, Curry & Bread
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 2. Counter Listed above as essential 01
- Number 3. Kitchen Impossible Amsterdam Listed above as essential 02
- Number 4. De Boule De Boule Listed above as essential 10
10 places
Omni standouts in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Kilimanjaro Take Me Away Listed above as essential 05
- Number 2. Adams pita Listed above as essential 06
- Number 3. soupenzo Listed above as essential 11
- Number 4. Takumi Umaimon Tan-Tan Men Amsterdam Centrum Listed above as ramen 04
By occasion
11 lists Breakfast spots · Lunch & brunch · Dinner destinations · Worth the occasion · Coffee masters · Sweet treats · Cozy hideaways · Work-friendly cafes · Group night out · Budget eats · Family friendly
8 places
Breakfast spots in Amsterdam
Bakery, Vegan Croissant, Focaccia
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Coffee, Vegan Cakes, Pastries
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Worth ordering: #5 Coffee
- Number 3. The Happy Pig Pancake Shop Listed above as essential 15
Vegan Pastries, Focaccia
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Worth ordering: #1 Pastry
8 places
Lunch & brunch in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Counter Listed above as essential 01
Loaded Fries, Vegan Dutch Snacks
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 3. Florentin brunch Listed above as essential 08
- Number 4. Kitchen Impossible Amsterdam Listed above as essential 02
8 places
Dinner destinations in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Men Impossible Listed above as essential 12
Cafe, Vegan Treats, Oat Milk
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The vibe: good for dates
Dutch Tasting Menu, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
Turkish Meze, Vegan Koftes
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The vibe: good for dates
6 places
Worth the occasion in Amsterdam
Vietnamese Plates, Vegan Options
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The vibe: good for dates
Seasonal Tasting, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
Peruvian, Vegan Tasting Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Global Tasting, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Coffee masters in Amsterdam
Vegan Bar Food, Coffee & Cake
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The vibe: good for dates
Coffee, Vegan Toasties & Cake
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Worth ordering: #4 Coffee
Vegan Café, Scones, Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #3 Cake
Coffee, Vegan Cakes, Oat Milk
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The vibe: good for work & study
10 places
Sweet treats in Amsterdam
Gelato, Vegan Pistachio
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Worth ordering: #1 Ice cream
Gelato, Vegan Pistachio
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Worth ordering: #5 Ice cream
GF Croissants, Vegan Pastries
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Worth ordering: #4 Pastry
Italian Gelato, Fully Vegan
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8 places
Cozy hideaways in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Koffie ende Koeck Listed above as coffee masters 03
- Number 2. SUBCULT Listed above as coffee masters 01
Mediterranean, Vegan Platter
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 4. Morris & Bella Listed above as dinner destinations 03
8 places
Work-friendly cafes in Amsterdam
- Number 1. SUBCULT Listed above as coffee masters 01
- Number 2. Koffie ende Koeck Listed above as coffee masters 03
- Number 3. Sol coffee bar Listed above as breakfast spots 02
Cafe, Vegan Toasts, Bowls
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The vibe: good for families
10 places
Group night out in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Men Impossible Listed above as essential 12
- Number 2. De Sering Listed above as fully vegan 01
- Number 3. SUBCULT Listed above as coffee masters 01
- Number 4. De Kas Listed above as essential 09
10 places
Budget eats in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Counter Listed above as essential 01
Falafel Pita, Fully Vegan
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- Number 3. soupenzo Listed above as essential 11
- Number 4. Kilimanjaro Take Me Away Listed above as essential 05
8 places
Family friendly in Amsterdam
- Number 1. De Boule De Boule Listed above as essential 10
- Number 2. The Happy Pig Pancake Shop Listed above as essential 15
Burgers, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 4. SUBCULT Listed above as coffee masters 01
By dish
8 lists Best coffee · Best ice cream · Best pastry · Best falafel · Best pizza · Best cake · Best bagel · Best pancakes
14 places
Best coffee in Amsterdam
Specialty Coffee, Vegan Milk
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Worth ordering: #1 Coffee
Coffee, Vegan Pastries
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Worth ordering: #2 Coffee
Coffee, Plant Milk, Vegan Bakes
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Worth ordering: #3 Coffee
- Number 4. Back to Black Listed above as coffee masters 02
10 places
Best ice cream in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Massimo Gelato Marathonweg Listed above as sweet treats 01
- Number 2. De Boule De Boule Listed above as essential 10
Italian Gelato, Vegan Pistachio
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Worth ordering: #3 Ice cream
Gelato, Vegan Pistachio Sorbet
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Worth ordering: #4 Ice cream
9 places
Best pastry in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Margo's Amsterdam Listed above as breakfast spots 04
Vegan Croissants, Focaccia
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Worth ordering: #2 Pastry
Bakery, Vegan Pastry, Sorbet
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastry
- Number 4. Craft Coffee & Pastry Amsterdam Listed above as sweet treats 03
8 places
Best falafel in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Dr. Falafel Listed above as essential 03
Falafel Pitas, Vegan Choices
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Worth ordering: #2 Falafel
Falafel Pita, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
Falafel, Vegan Pitas
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Worth ordering: #4 Falafel
7 places
Best pizza in Amsterdam
Pizza, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Pizza
Pizza, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Pizza
Wood-Fired Pizza, Vegan Pizza
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Worth ordering: #3 Pizza
Neapolitan Pizza, Vegan Cheese
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Worth ordering: #4 Pizza
7 places
Best cake in Amsterdam
Gluten-Free Cakes, Vegan Tarts
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Worth ordering: #1 Cake
Chocolate Cake, Vegan Cookies
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Worth ordering: #2 Cake
- Number 3. Koffie ende Koeck Listed above as coffee masters 03
- Number 4. Kilimanjaro Take Me Away Listed above as essential 05
6 places
Best bagel in Amsterdam
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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Worth ordering: #1 Bagel
Bagels, Vegan Choices, Juices
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Worth ordering: #2 Bagel
Bagels, Vegan Cream Cheese
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Worth ordering: #3 Bagel
Bagels, Vegan Spreads & Cakes
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Worth ordering: #4 Bagel
5 places
Best pancakes in Amsterdam
- Number 1. The Happy Pig Pancake Shop Listed above as essential 15
American Pancakes, Vegan
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Worth ordering: #2 Pancakes
Pancakes, Vegan by Request
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Worth ordering: #3 Pancakes
Brunch, Vegan Pancakes
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Worth ordering: #4 Pancakes
By cuisine
3 lists Middle Eastern · Italian · Japanese
10 places
Middle Eastern in Amsterdam
Syrian Meze, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 2. De Sering Listed above as fully vegan 01
Levantine, Vegan Sharing Plates
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Sham Maza Listed above as essential 13
10 places
Italian in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Arte Vanilla Listed above as sweet treats 04
- Number 2. De Sering Listed above as fully vegan 01
Neapolitan Pizza, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Miuz Gelato & Coffee Listed above as sweet treats 02
10 places
Japanese in Amsterdam
- Number 1. Men Impossible Listed above as essential 12
Japanese Sushi, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
Japanese Sushi, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 4. Kitchen Impossible Amsterdam Listed above as essential 02
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Questions about eating vegan in Amsterdam
Are there vegan restaurants in Amsterdam?
Yes — Amsterdam has 739 vegan-ready venues. The top-ranked are Counter, Kitchen Impossible Amsterdam, Dr. Falafel. Spinach ranks them on overall rating, signature dish strength, and reviewer praise for the food.
Is Amsterdam good for vegans?
Amsterdam scores 83.7/100 on the Spinach vegan city index. The city has 114 vegan-friendly venues and 146 high-quality restaurants out of 739 analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has 63 fully vegan restaurants and 39 vegetarian restaurants. 114 venues score B or higher on the Vegan Friendliness grade.
What dishes is Amsterdam known for?
Amsterdam's top signature dishes for vegans are pastel de nata, ramen, poke bowl, and the city also does ice cream and falafel well. Signature dishes are ranked by how the city's venues score against the other 157 cities we track.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in Amsterdam?
The vegan scene in Amsterdam leans Asian, Italian, American. Middle Eastern is particularly strong, with 10 venues serving quality plant-based options.
What's the best vegan restaurant in Amsterdam?
Counter is ranked #1 in Amsterdam by the Spinach Essentials algorithm, which weights rating, signature dish performance, and reviewer praise. See all 15 Essentials for the full ranking.
How does Spinach rank these venues?
Spinach ranks vegan venues by formula: a composite of Google Maps rating, the Spinach Rating (Wilson-confidence scored), dish-quality Wilson scores from extracted review signals, and city-specific signature dish strength. Essentials add a tier weighting; category lists add their own mood/occasion weights. No pay-to-play.
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The last refresh is stamped at the foot of this page. Rankings come from public reviews on Google Maps and HappyCow, read by Spinach's own analysis. We never republish the reviews themselves.