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Try the aubergine (eggplant) bao and the Hot Chick bao bun for signature flavors.
The vibe: good for dates
15 essentials · 3 signature dishes
Best Vegan Restaurants in Brussels
15 essentials
Where to eat first in Brussels
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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Argentinian Empanadas, Vegan Options
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Worth ordering: #1 Empanada
Falafel Sandwich, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Falafel
Greek Snack, Vegan Gyros
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The vibe: good for groups
Lebanese Falafel, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #4 Falafel
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Coffee Shop, Vegan Cakes
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Worth ordering: #3 Cake
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Cinnamon Rolls, Fully Vegan, Bakery
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The vibe: good for relaxing
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Middle Eastern Vegetarian, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for relaxing
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Sushi, Vegan Sushi Menu
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Worth ordering: #4 Ramen
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Vegan Fine Dining, Fully Vegan, Botanical Drinks
$$$$
The vibe: good for dates
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Syrian Pastries, Vegan Labeling
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The vibe: good for families
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Italian Pizza, Vegan Menu, Tiramisu
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Worth ordering: #3 Pizza
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Vegan Asian Burgers, Fully Vegan, Fusion
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Worth ordering: #1 Burger
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Syrian Mezze, Vegan Options
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The vibe: good for groups
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Vegan Pastries & Savory Buffet, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #5 Cake
3 signature dishes
What Brussels cooks best
The dishes Brussels's reviews name most and praise hardest, each ranked by how reviewers rate the vegan version.
signature #1
Best waffles in Brussels
Belgian Waffles, Fully Vegan, Gluten-Free
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Worth ordering: #1 Waffles
Ice Cream Shop, Vegan Sorbets
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Worth ordering: #2 Waffles
Belgian Waffles, Vegan Menu, Coffee Bar
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Worth ordering: #3 Waffles
Belgian Fries, Mostly Vegan
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Worth ordering: #4 Waffles
Ice Cream Shop, Vegan Sorbets
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Worth ordering: #5 Waffles
signature #2
Best empanada in Brussels
- Number 1. Gusto Empanadas Listed above as essential 02
Arepas, Vegan Menu, Gluten-Free
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Worth ordering: #2 Empanada
Coffee Bar, Vegan Cakes
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Worth ordering: #3 Empanada
signature #3
Best ramen in Brussels
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Options
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Worth ordering: #1 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu, Cozy
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Worth ordering: #2 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Ramen
- Number 4. Sushi Buzz Listed above as essential 09
Vegan Ramen, Vegan Menu, Authentic
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Worth ordering: #5 Ramen
2 more
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu, Authentic
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The vibe: good for dates
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
$$$
The vibe: good for groups
Vegan & omni
2 lists Fully vegan · Omni standouts
10 places
Fully vegan in Brussels
- Number 1. Lil Bao Listed above as essential 01
- Number 2. Humus x Hortense Listed above as essential 10
Vegan Cafe, Pastry, Takeout
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Worth ordering: #3 Coffee
- Number 4. Kitsune Burgers Listed above as essential 13
10 places
Omni standouts in Brussels
- Number 1. Baladi Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. Kanisos Listed above as essential 04
- Number 3. Gusto Empanadas Listed above as essential 02
- Number 4. Ai 6 angoli🍕 Listed above as essential 12
By occasion
12 lists Breakfast spots · Lunch & brunch · Dinner destinations · Worth the occasion · Hidden gems · Coffee masters · Sweet treats · Cozy hideaways · Work-friendly cafes · Group night out · Budget eats · Family friendly
8 places
Breakfast spots in Brussels
- Number 1. Caffelatte Espressobar Listed above as essential 06
- Number 2. Taylor's Café Listed above as fully vegan 03
Vegan Pâtissier, Fully Vegan, Custom Cakes
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Worth ordering: #2 Cake
Coffee Bar, Vegan Pastry, Plant Milk
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The vibe: good for work & study
8 places
Lunch & brunch in Brussels
- Number 1. Gusto Empanadas Listed above as essential 02
- Number 2. Kanisos Listed above as essential 04
- Number 3. Baladi Listed above as essential 14
Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Menu, Seitan
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The vibe: good for groups
8 places
Dinner destinations in Brussels
- Number 1. Humus x Hortense Listed above as essential 10
Modern French, Vegan Menu, Haute Cuisine
$$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Latin American, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Takumi Flagey Listed above as ramen 02
6 places
Worth the occasion in Brussels
- Number 1. Entropy Listed above as dinner destinations 02
Mediterranean Mezzes, Vegan Options
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The vibe: good for groups
Georgian Dumplings, Vegan Salads
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The vibe: good for groups
Belgian Vegan Moussaka, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Coffee masters in Brussels
- Number 1. Taylor's Café Listed above as fully vegan 03
Specialty Coffee, Vegan Pastry
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Worth ordering: #2 Coffee
- Number 3. VEGAN CHOUKE Listed above as essential 15
Breakfast Cafe, Vegan Avocado Toast
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Worth ordering: #5 Coffee
10 places
Sweet treats in Brussels
- Number 1. Have A Roll Brussels Listed above as essential 07
Italian Sorbet, Vegan Ice Cream, Vegan Cones
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The vibe: good for dates
Vegan Ice Cream, Fully Vegan, Creative Flavors
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The vibe: good for relaxing
Vegan Pastry, Bakery, Viennoiseries
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastry
8 places
Cozy hideaways in Brussels
Organic European Vegan Lunch, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for work & study
Chai Bar, Vegan Samosas
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The vibe: good for work & study
- Number 3. Horia Listed above as worth the occasion 02
- Number 4. Pardon Brussels Listed above as waffles 03
8 places
Work-friendly cafes in Brussels
- Number 1. Darjeeling Garden Listed above as cozy hideaways 02
- Number 2. VEGAN CHOUKE Listed above as essential 15
- Number 3. Taylor's Café Listed above as fully vegan 03
- Number 4. Pardon Brussels Listed above as waffles 03
10 places
Group night out in Brussels
- Number 1. Humus x Hortense Listed above as essential 10
- Number 2. Entropy Listed above as dinner destinations 02
- Number 3. Horia Listed above as worth the occasion 02
- Number 4. Yuca Latina Listed above as dinner destinations 03
10 places
Budget eats in Brussels
- Number 1. fava Listed above as essential 08
- Number 2. Mr Falafel Listed above as essential 03
- Number 3. Baladi Listed above as essential 14
- Number 4. Kanisos Listed above as essential 04
8 places
Family friendly in Brussels
- Number 1. VEGAN CHOUKE Listed above as essential 15
Falafel, Vegan Wraps, Middle Eastern
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Worth ordering: #2 Falafel
- Number 3. Ornina Châtelain Listed above as essential 11
Brazilian Açaí Bowls, Vegan Friendly
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The vibe: good for dates
By dish
7 lists Best pizza · Best pastry · Best burger · Best cake · Best coffee · Best falafel · Best bowl
14 places
Best pizza in Brussels
Italian Pizza, Vegan Menu, Labeled
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Worth ordering: #1 Pizza
Italian Pizza, Vegan Mozzarella
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Worth ordering: #2 Pizza
- Number 3. Ai 6 angoli🍕 Listed above as essential 12
Italian Pizza, Vegan Menu, Outdoor Seating
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Worth ordering: #4 Pizza
9 places
Best pastry in Brussels
Coffee, Vegan Milk, Cinnamon Bun
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Worth ordering: #1 CoffeeWorth ordering: #1 Pastry
French Bakery, Vegan Items, Takeout
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Worth ordering: #2 Pastry
- Number 3. Succulente Listed above as sweet treats 04
Sourdough Bakery, Vegan Pastry
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Worth ordering: #4 Pastry
9 places
Best burger in Brussels
- Number 1. Kitsune Burgers Listed above as essential 13
American Burgers, Vegan Menu, Bar
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Worth ordering: #2 Burger
Veggie Burger, Vegan Menu, Takeout
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Worth ordering: #3 Burger
Fast Food Burgers, Vegan Menu, Gluten-Free
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Worth ordering: #4 Burger
6 places
Best cake in Brussels
American Bakery, Vegan Pastry, Cinnamon Rolls
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Worth ordering: #1 Cake
- Number 2. Chez Malachy Listed above as breakfast spots 03
- Number 3. Caffelatte Espressobar Listed above as essential 06
Bakery, Vegan Pastry, Coffee
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Worth ordering: #4 Cake
8 places
Best coffee in Brussels
- Number 1. BARKBOY Listed above as pastry 01
- Number 2. DRACHE Specialty Coffee Bar Listed above as coffee masters 02
- Number 3. Taylor's Café Listed above as fully vegan 03
Greek Pastries, Vegan Pastry, Plant Milk
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Worth ordering: #4 Coffee
6 places
Best falafel in Brussels
- Number 1. Mr Falafel Listed above as essential 03
- Number 2. Falafel Alaa Eddin Listed above as family friendly 02
Falafel Sandwich, Vegetarian, Salad Bar
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
- Number 4. AlloLiban Listed above as essential 05
6 places
Best bowl in Brussels
Poke Bowls, Vegan Tofu, Fast Food
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Poke Bowl, Vegan Bowls
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Worth ordering: #2 Bowl
Lunch Bowls, Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly
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Worth ordering: #3 Bowl
- Number 4. La Çaí Listed above as hidden gems 04
By cuisine
3 lists Middle Eastern · Mediterranean · Italian
10 places
Middle Eastern in Brussels
- Number 1. Baladi Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. AlloLiban Listed above as essential 05
- Number 3. Ornina Châtelain Listed above as essential 11
- Number 4. Horia Listed above as worth the occasion 02
10 places
Mediterranean in Brussels
- Number 1. Baladi Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. AlloLiban Listed above as essential 05
- Number 3. Horia Listed above as worth the occasion 02
Salad Bowls, Vegan Options
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The vibe: good for work & study
10 places
Italian in Brussels
- Number 1. Ai 6 angoli🍕 Listed above as essential 12
- Number 2. Giulia Trattoria Listed above as pizza 02
- Number 3. Pizzeria Pâton Listed above as pizza 01
- Number 4. Glacier Bargello Listed above as sweet treats 02
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Questions about eating vegan in Brussels
Are there vegan restaurants in Brussels?
Yes — Brussels has 322 vegan-ready venues. The top-ranked are Lil Bao, Gusto Empanadas, Mr Falafel. Spinach ranks them on overall rating, signature dish strength, and reviewer praise for the food.
Is Brussels good for vegans?
Brussels scores 46.8/100 on the Spinach vegan city index. The city has 40 vegan-friendly venues and 47 high-quality restaurants out of 322 analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in Brussels?
Brussels has 21 fully vegan restaurants and 24 vegetarian restaurants. 40 venues score B or higher on the Vegan Friendliness grade.
What dishes is Brussels known for?
Brussels's top signature dishes for vegans are waffles, empanada, ramen, and the city also does dumplings and pizza 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 Brussels?
The vegan scene in Brussels leans Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Italian. Middle Eastern is particularly strong, with 10 venues serving quality plant-based options.
What's the best vegan restaurant in Brussels?
Lil Bao is ranked #1 in Brussels 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.