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Zak's Diner
American Diner, Vegan Alternatives
Worth ordering: Milkshakenamed in 7 reviews
Vegan milkshakes are generous and often come with coconut whipped cream.
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Top tips
Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: mislabelled dishes Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients
- Ask for your burger with a lettuce wrap instead of the bun, as buns contain egg.
- Good to know: Be explicit about vegan substitutions to avoid mistakes with non-vegan ingredients like cheese or bacon.
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- Try the vegan breakfast burrito with Beyond sausage and Just Egg for a filling meal.
- Good to know: Expect longer wait times during busy periods, especially around breakfast and lunch.
People mention
Omelette, breakfast burrito and burrito.
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Also fries, beyond chicken, cake, chocolate cake, burger and sausage links.
Good for
The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing
Praised for generous portions, friendly service and cozy atmosphere.
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Also praised for affordable.
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About
Zak's Diner is a 24-hour American-Canadian diner known for its retro 50's ambiance and classic comfort foods like all-day breakfast, burgers, and poutine. The menu includes a variety of vegan adaptations using Beyond meat, Just Egg, and vegan cheese, with notable items such as the vegan breakfast burrito and vegan milkshakes. Diners can expect generous portion sizes and a casual atmosphere, though some reviews note occasional service delays and higher prices relative to other local options.
Visit
Open the map14 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1, Canada
Opening hours
- Monday
- 07:00–23:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 07:00–00:00
- Friday
- 00:00–23:59
- Saturday
- 00:00–23:59
- Sunday
- 07:00–23:00
eating vegan
Poor vegan options
- vegan options
- Many · 5–10 dishes
- menu
- Separate vegan menu
- staff
- Friendly
- protein
- Beyond Meat, Just Egg, Vegan Cheese + 2 more
Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.
Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.
Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.
Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.
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