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15 essentials · 3 signature dishes
Best Vegan Restaurants in Vancouver
15 essentials
Where to eat first in Vancouver
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 Burgers, Shakes, Nuggets
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The vibe: good for groups
Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Bánh Mì
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Worth ordering: #1 Pho
Vietnamese Pho, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #4 Pho
Pizza, Vegan Dream, Vegan Cheese Bread
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Worth ordering: #5 Pizza
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Asian Pastries, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #3 Cake
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Vegan Cafe, Sourdough & Brunch
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Worth ordering: #2 Pastry
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Vegan Cheesecake, Raw Desserts
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Worth ordering: #1 Cake
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Neapolitan Pizza, Vegan Cheese
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Worth ordering: #2 Pizza
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Lebanese, Vegan Mezze
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The vibe: good for groups
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Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Ramen
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Indian Street Food, Vegan Chai
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The vibe: good for families
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Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Subs
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The vibe: good for families
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Japanese Cafe, Vegan Ramen
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The vibe: good for work & study
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Ukrainian, Vegan Borscht
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The vibe: good for groups
3 signature dishes
What Vancouver cooks best
The dishes Vancouver's reviews name most and praise hardest, each ranked by how reviewers rate the vegan version.
signature #1
Best ramen in Vancouver
- Number 1. Ramen Danbo Robson Listed above as essential 01
- Number 2. Ramen Danbo Kitsilano Listed above as essential 11
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #4 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Bowls
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Worth ordering: #5 Ramen
3 more
Spicy Vegan Ramen
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The vibe: good for groups
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Ramen
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Vegan Tan Tan, Impossible Mazemen
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The vibe: good for groups
signature #2
Best sushi in Vancouver
Japanese Sushi, Vegan Rolls
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Worth ordering: #1 Sushi
Japanese Sushi, Vegan Rolls
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Worth ordering: #2 Sushi
Japanese Sushi, Full Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Sushi
Japanese Vegan Omakase, Sushi
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Worth ordering: #4 Sushi
Sushi, Vegan Maki Rolls
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Worth ordering: #5 Sushi
5 more
Japanese Sushi, Vegan Specialty Rolls
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The vibe: good for groups
Japanese Sushi, Vegan Rolls
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The vibe: good for groups
Brown-Rice Sushi, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
Japanese Sushi, Vegan Rolls
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Japanese, Vegan Sushi & Mochi
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The vibe: good for dates
signature #3
Best pho in Vancouver
- Number 1. S.A.M.E Vietnamese Eatery Listed above as essential 03
Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Pizza
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Worth ordering: #2 Pho
Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #3 Pho
- Number 4. Viet Family Listed above as essential 04
Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #5 Pho
Vegan & omni
2 lists Fully vegan · Omni standouts
10 places
Fully vegan in Vancouver
- Number 1. Viet Family Listed above as essential 04
- Number 2. LEVEL V BAKERY Listed above as essential 06
Vegan Brunch, Waffles & Burritos
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The vibe: good for families
- Number 4. Feast & Fallow Listed above as essential 07
10 places
Omni standouts in Vancouver
- Number 1. Chai Wagon Listed above as essential 12
- Number 2. Nuba in Yaletown Listed above as essential 10
- Number 3. Pholicious Listed above as essential 13
- Number 4. Aiyaohno Cafe Listed above as essential 14
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 Vancouver
- Number 1. Feast & Fallow Listed above as essential 07
- Number 2. LEVEL V BAKERY Listed above as essential 06
- Number 3. AM Cafe Listed above as fully vegan 03
Smoothies, Vegan Bowls
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The vibe: good for work & study
8 places
Lunch & brunch in Vancouver
- Number 1. Viet Family Listed above as essential 04
- Number 2. Burger Crush Listed above as essential 02
Brazilian, Vegan Coxinha
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 4. Ramen Danbo Robson Listed above as essential 01
8 places
Dinner destinations in Vancouver
Punk Bar, Vegan Comfort Food
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The vibe: good for dates
Afghan Feast, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Afghan-Persian, Vegan Feast
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The vibe: good for dates
Indian, Vegan Menu, Curries
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The vibe: good for dates
6 places
Worth the occasion in Vancouver
- Number 1. East Is East Listed above as dinner destinations 03
- Number 2. East Is East Listed above as dinner destinations 02
Indian Curries, Vegan Naan
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The vibe: good for dates
Indian Curries, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Coffee masters in Vancouver
- Number 1. Feast & Fallow Listed above as essential 07
- Number 2. LEVEL V BAKERY Listed above as essential 06
Vegan Bakery, Cakes & Croissants
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Worth ordering: #1 Pastry
- Number 4. AM Cafe Listed above as fully vegan 03
10 places
Sweet treats in Vancouver
- Number 1. Rika Plant Kitchen Listed above as essential 08
Italian Gelato, Vegan Flavors
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The vibe: good for relaxing
- Number 3. LEVEL V BAKERY Listed above as essential 06
Vegan Ice Cream, Chocolate
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Worth ordering: #2 Ice cream
8 places
Cozy hideaways in Vancouver
- Number 1. Andrea Gail Listed above as dinner destinations 01
- Number 2. AM Cafe Listed above as fully vegan 03
Afghan Platters, Vegan Mantu
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Sula Indian Restaurant Listed above as worth the occasion 03
8 places
Work-friendly cafes in Vancouver
- Number 1. AM Cafe Listed above as fully vegan 03
- Number 2. Aiyaohno Cafe Listed above as essential 14
Cafe, Vegan Bowls & Scramble
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Worth ordering: #3 Bowl
Cafe, Vegan Sandwiches, Baked Goods
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The vibe: good for families
10 places
Group night out in Vancouver
- Number 1. Sula Indian Restaurant Listed above as worth the occasion 03
- Number 2. Andrea Gail Listed above as dinner destinations 01
- Number 3. East Is East Listed above as dinner destinations 03
- Number 4. Afghan Horsemen Restaurant Listed above as cozy hideaways 03
10 places
Budget eats in Vancouver
- Number 1. Feast & Fallow Listed above as essential 07
- Number 2. Aiyaohno Cafe Listed above as essential 14
- Number 3. Pholicious Listed above as essential 13
- Number 4. Burger Crush Listed above as essential 02
8 places
Family friendly in Vancouver
- Number 1. Burger Crush Listed above as essential 02
- Number 2. Feast & Fallow Listed above as essential 07
- Number 3. S.A.M.E Vietnamese Eatery Listed above as essential 03
- Number 4. Viet Family Listed above as essential 04
By dish
5 lists Best pizza · Best cake · Best ice cream · Best pastry · Best bowl
17 places
Best pizza in Vancouver
Vegan Pizza, Mac + Cheese, Ice Cream
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Worth ordering: #1 Pizza
- Number 2. Sopra Sotto Pizzeria Listed above as essential 09
Wood-Fired Pizza, Vegan Cashew Cheese
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Worth ordering: #3 Pizza
Pizza, Vegan Cheese
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Worth ordering: #4 Pizza
8 places
Best cake in Vancouver
- Number 1. Rika Plant Kitchen Listed above as essential 08
Vegan Cakes, Pastries & Coffee
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Worth ordering: #2 Cake
- Number 3. LEVEL V BAKERY Listed above as essential 06
Cafe, Vegan Chocolate Cake
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Worth ordering: #4 Cake
8 places
Best ice cream in Vancouver
Gelato, Vegan Sorbetto
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Worth ordering: #1 Ice cream
- Number 2. Melt Confectionary Chocolate and Ice cream Listed above as sweet treats 04
Vegan Ice Cream Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #3 Ice cream
Ice Cream, Vegan Scoops & Sundaes
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Worth ordering: #4 Ice cream
7 places
Best pastry in Vancouver
- Number 1. To Live For Bakery & Cafe Listed above as coffee masters 03
- Number 2. Feast & Fallow Listed above as essential 07
French Macarons, No Vegan Options
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastry
Vegan Pastries, Oatmeal
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Worth ordering: #4 Pastry
6 places
Best bowl in Vancouver
Poke Bowls, Vegan Tofu Builds
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Vegan Vietnamese Bowls & Bao
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Worth ordering: #2 Bowl
- Number 3. The Garden Strathcona Listed above as work-friendly cafes 03
Japanese Vegan Bowls, Mochi
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Worth ordering: #4 Bowl
By cuisine
3 lists American · Japanese · Indian
10 places
American in Vancouver
- Number 1. AM Cafe Listed above as fully vegan 03
- Number 2. Burger Crush Listed above as essential 02
Vegan Cider, Pub Plates
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The vibe: good for dates
Vegan Poutine, Burgers & Comfort Food
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The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Japanese in Vancouver
- Number 1. Aiyaohno Cafe Listed above as essential 14
- Number 2. Ramen Danbo Kitsilano Listed above as essential 11
- Number 3. Shizenya Listed above as sushi 08
- Number 4. LEVEL V BAKERY Listed above as essential 06
10 places
Indian in Vancouver
- Number 1. East Is East Listed above as dinner destinations 02
- Number 2. Chai Wagon Listed above as essential 12
- Number 3. East Is East Listed above as dinner destinations 03
- Number 4. Karma Indian Bistro Listed above as dinner destinations 04
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Questions about eating vegan in Vancouver
Are there vegan restaurants in Vancouver?
Yes — Vancouver has 499 vegan-ready venues. The top-ranked are Ramen Danbo Robson, Burger Crush, S.A.M.E Vietnamese Eatery. Spinach ranks them on overall rating, signature dish strength, and reviewer praise for the food.
Is Vancouver good for vegans?
Vancouver scores 81.3/100 on the Spinach vegan city index. The city has 97 vegan-friendly venues and 131 high-quality restaurants out of 499 analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in Vancouver?
Vancouver has 53 fully vegan restaurants and 22 vegetarian restaurants. 97 venues score B or higher on the Vegan Friendliness grade.
What dishes is Vancouver known for?
Vancouver's top signature dishes for vegans are ramen, sushi, pho, and the city also does pizza and cake 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 Vancouver?
The vegan scene in Vancouver leans American, Asian, Pizza. American is particularly strong, with 10 venues serving quality plant-based options.
What's the best vegan restaurant in Vancouver?
Ramen Danbo Robson is ranked #1 in Vancouver 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.
How fresh is this data?
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.