Best Vegan Restaurants in Downtown Vancouver

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Best Vegan Restaurants in Downtown Vancouver

The Acorn Restaurant
The Acorn Restaurant
4.5 (1213 ratings)
Stylish eatery offering ambitious vegetarian/vegan fare & a bar that's open late.
3995 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P3, Canada
Vegetarian restaurantBarBrunch restaurantCocktail barGluten-free restaurantLoungeVegan restaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Daily Hive
16 best vegan restaurants and cafes in Vancouver
"If you’re looking for a special, slightly higher-end dining experience, Acorn is it. Serving the best in fine vegetarian and vegan dining, you’ll be treated to craft cocktails, excellent service, and delicious seasonally inspired dishes. Everything is beautifully presented and you’ll want to try it all (but definitely try the mushroom appetizer)."
Mentioned by Curiocity Group Inc.
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"Since the menu changes often here, we can’t say for sure for sure that they’re guaranteed to have vegan options while you’re there. But, we’re saying that there’s like a 95% chance of it happening. If you do luck out, you get dessert at one of the best vegan restaurants in the world!"
Mentioned by Time Out Vancouver
15 awesome spots to eat brunch in Vancouver
"Voted one of the best vegetarian- and vegan-friendly restaurants in the world, Acorn is an icon on Main Street and its brunch does not disappoint."
Heirloom Vegetarian Restaurant
Heirloom Vegetarian Restaurant
4.4 (1280 ratings)
Bright, modern cafe serving elevated, locally sourced vegetarian & vegan dishes, plus cocktails.
1509 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 2E2, Canada
Vegetarian restaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by itstodiefor.ca
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"Boasting one of Vancouver's most option-packed brunch menus, this spacious, beautifully-designed vegetarian restaurant is a crowd-pleaser for groups, moms with strollers or a even hurried twosome. Options include five bennies, several omelettes, French toast, and comfort food dishes like Huevos Rancheros, Quinoa Hash and Buckwheat Pancakes with cashew cream."
Mentioned by Dreamer at Heart |
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"It’s easy to embrace being vegan in Vancouver BC. So many choices abound and Heirloom is one place you’re going to have to revisit in order to sample all the menu items. This vegetarian restaurant makes every item on their menu vegan and gluten-free. The Korean Fried Cauliflower and Cashew Coconut Curry are top-notch!"
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Vegan Restaurants In Vancouver
"Heirloom is a popular weekend brunch spot for amazing vegan and vegetarian fare. All products are sourced locally and organic whenever possible, so you can eat in good conscience. Everything on their menu can be made vegan, too."
Virtuous Pie
Virtuous Pie
4.5 (1766 ratings)
Modern, minimalist spot offering plant-based pizza with creative toppings, ice cream & local beers.
583 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2V1, Canada
Vegan restaurantIce cream shopPizza deliveryPizza restaurantPizza TakeoutRestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Daily Hive
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"The Sunny Side Breakfast Sandwich (Photo courtesy Virtuous Pies). Virtuous Pie already has one seriously popular plant-based pizzeria in Chinatown, and they are opening another one on the UBC campus in winter 2017. This spot offers a killer selection of pizzas along with an unreal vegetarian brunch."
Mentioned by itstodiefor.ca
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"Plant-based pizza and ice cream joint serving creative pies like the 'Stranger Wings' with buffalo cauliflower, house-made nut-based mozzarella and blue cheese sauce."
The Workshop Vegetarian Café
The Workshop Vegetarian Café
4.7 (398 ratings)
Easygoing rustic-modern cafe serving locally sourced vegetarian & vegan dishes, plus coffee.
296 Pemberton Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7P 2R5, Canada
Takeout RestaurantFrozen food storeRamen restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
The Naam
The Naam
4.3 (2344 ratings)
Casual spot with local art, a garden patio & nightly live music, serving natural & vegetarian foods.
2724 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1R1, Canada
Vegetarian restaurantCafeRestaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
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"A post shared by ᴀᴍᴀɴᴅᴀ 🌱 (@plantbasedbeautie) on Aug 1, 2017 at 9:01pm PDT. Possibly, one of the city’s most popular vegan restaurants, The Naam is regarded as one of the most preferred vegetarian eats in the city of Vancouver. While the Sesame Fries with Miso Gravy is the calling card dish in this restaurant, other favorites include veggie burgers, apples, mouthwatering salads, Mexican-inspired dishes, bowls, and a wide variety of noodles."
Mentioned by Inside Vancouver Blog
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"The Naam Restaurant is Vancouver’s premier vegetarian restaurant. Begun as a small café in 1968, it has grown into a Kitsilano landmark, consistently winning “Best Vegetarian” year after year in various publications. The menu is extensive, vegan dishes and vegetarian options that can be made vegan."
Mentioned by Dreamer at Heart |
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"This Vancouver vegan and vegetarian restaurant has been around for 50 years. Yes, they know what they are doing and the line up out the door proves it is a favourite with many. The Naam is open 24/7."
Glory Juice Co.
Glory Juice Co.
3.8 (55 ratings)
1066 W Hastings St #100, Vancouver, BC V6E 3X1, Canada
CafeGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantJuice shopOrganic food storeOrganic restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian cafe and deliVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Daily Hive
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"A post shared by Glory Juice Co. (@gloryjuiceco) on Nov 22, 2018 at 9:46am PST. Glory Juice Co, offers organic bowls, soups, smoothies, and treats, among an awesome selection of juices and cleanses out of several locations in Vancouver and beyond. Address: 437 Davie Street, VancouverPhone: 604-428-0324"
Davie Dosa Company
Davie Dosa Company
4.4 (763 ratings)
Dosas, curries & other Indian classics offered in an easygoing environment with a full bar.
1235 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N4, Canada
Indian restaurantBarDinerGluten-free restaurantTakeout RestaurantSouth Asian restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Chi Vegan
Chi Vegan
4.4 (714 ratings)
Chic restaurant presenting contemporary, locally-sourced takes on traditional Vietnamese cooking.
1935 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M7, Canada
Vegan restaurant
Mentioned by Vancouver Is Awesome
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"Launched in late 2016, Kitsilano's Chi Restaurant - now Chi Vegan - is the work of Chi Le, who was once named runner-up on TV's MasterChef Vietnam. This summer, however, Chi switched things up completely - the restaurant is now completely plant-based. So what's on the new menu?"
Mentioned by Monkey Eats World
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"Chi is one of those restaurants where you almost forget that you’re eating a plant-based version of a meat dish. It is in my opinion one of the best vegan restaurants in Vancouver. The chef, Chi, was the runner-up on the show MasterChef Vietnam."
Buddha-Full
Buddha-Full
4.1 (511 ratings)
Counter-serve juice bar & cafe offering a vegan & gluten-free menu of soups, wraps & salads.
106 W 1st St #101, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A9, Canada
Vegan restaurantCafeFast food restaurantGluten-free restaurantJuice shopOrganic restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Kokomo
Kokomo
4.6 (222 ratings)
611 Gore Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 2Z8, Canada
Vegan restaurantCafeHealth food restaurantSalad shop
Mentioned by itstodiefor.ca
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"The chill, tropical vibes are flowing at Kokomo, a new plant-based eatery in Chinatown that serves smoothies, acai bowls, lunch bowls, and Cocowhip. Their open-air concept (thanks to a roll-up garage door) makes this counter-service eatery the place to be during summertime, and their food might be some of the most delicious plant-based cuisine in town. Try the hemp caesar (sunflower seed dressing, topped with marinated chickpeas) and a cup of Cocowhip (Australian soft-serve made with coconut water)."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
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"Though the menu changes weekly, you can always expect some of the best dessert in Vancouver here. Past dessert options include Cocowhip, a vegan, gluten, and dairy-free soft serve, topped with raw chocolate brownies, chocolate sauce, hemp hearts, and crunchy cacao nibs; vegan cinnamon buns; and orange fig pecan chia seed scones. Healthy, yet still absolutely, downright delicious."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Good vibes, colorful vegan bowls and healthy smoothies are just some of the ingredients that go into making Kokomo a local favorite. This plant-based eatery in Chinatown has quickly become a go-to for hungry Vancouverites looking to fill up on nourishing eats. Start your day with fruity favorites that include the Kokomo acai, the sunflower acai, or a fresh smoothie."

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Downtown Vancouver

España Restaurant
España Restaurant
4.4 (527 ratings)
Low-lit, intimate tapas bar with locally sourced, Spanish small plates, sherries & craft cocktails.
1118 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2M8, Canada
Spanish restaurantTapas barTapas restaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Canadian Sky
Top 10 restaurants in Vancouver
"The scene: A feel-good vibe is assured at this no-bookings-allowed tapas bar that’s seen new highs for the authenticity and quality of the city’s Spanish food. Complete with a highly-creative (and changeable) menu that’s always progressive, every small Spanish plate is a deemed a winner by its fiercely loyal fan base. Best of all, it’s not one of those crazy-loud and frenetic places where you’re rushed out after an hour, so you’ll have time to stick around for the delicious desserts and signature craft cocktails."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Espana Restaurant brings a taste of Spain to Vancouver's West End. Like any good tapas joint, there's an array of dishes to choose from that can be enjoyed in the cozy room and washed down with some sherry. The room never fails to fill up with hungry diners, but the food comes out at a steady pace, so you're never waiting too long."
Pazzo Chow
Pazzo Chow
4.7 (69 ratings)
Homey little eatery with prepared Italian dishes that change daily, plus coffee & market items.
620 Quebec St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4E7, Canada
Italian restaurant
Milano Espresso Lounge
Milano Espresso Lounge
4.5 (560 ratings)
36 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1E7, Canada
Coffee shopLounge
Mentioned by Daily Hive
Best coffee shops in Vancouver
"A post shared by Milano Coffee (@milanoroasters) on Sep 24, 2020 at 9:50am PDT. With multiple gold awards from coffee experts around the world, Milano Roasters espresso is world-renowned and conveniently located in Vancouver (in four locations including Turks). With a wide array of espressos to try, you can be sure to find the right espresso for you."
Mentioned by That Adventurer
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"Another great Vancouver coffee chain is Milano Coffee Roasters. There are locations all over Vancouver but one of my favourites to sit and sip is the West 8th & Columbia St location. There’s a great patio overlooking a park with mountain views on a clear day and inside is airy and bright."
Mentioned by itstodiefor.ca
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"This is Milano's biggest and most stunning location serving master roaster Brian Turko's award-winning Italian espresso. He's a cream-of-the-crop artisan who's been perfecting his craft of blending espresso for decades."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Downtown Vancouver

Tractor Everyday Healthy Foods - Marine Building
Tractor Everyday Healthy Foods - Marine Building
4.1 (467 ratings)
Chic, modern counter-serve space known for sustainable grain bowls, salads & market sides.
335 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C5, Canada
Health food restaurantCafeRestaurant
Mentioned by Vancouver Magazine
"Tractor's new at-home weekly subscription service (that kicks off November 30) features a curated menu of soup, stews, entrées and their beloved salads, in weekly rotation and all ready to heat-and-serve. There's options for two, six or 10 meals (starting from $26 for the two-meal option, up to $130 for 10 meals), plus an inventory of groceries staples. It's perfect for those who like to meal-prep but still like ample room to personalize their dinner plans."
Mentioned by itstodiefor.ca
Best Lunch Spots in Vancouver
"Stylish salad bar with high ceilings and tons of natural light. Choose from a dozen salads (at least four of which are plant-based), sandwiches, soups, stews and refined sugar-free breakfast cookies. Salads are $3.50 per scoop and my favourite, designed by Chef Brian Skinner, is the Southwest Quinoa with organic quinoa, black beans, grilled corn, red pepper, dates, cilantro, pumpkin seeds, charred tomato vinaigrette."
Joe's Cafe Bar
Joe's Cafe Bar
4.4 (177 ratings)
Lively, no-frills institution for coffee with a Portuguese twist & sandwiches, plus pool tables.
1150 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X2, Canada
CafeCoffee shopEspresso barPool billard club
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The giant Portuguese flag in the window of Joe’s Café Bar gives away the origin of its coffee. The coffee shop’s interior is a bit dated, but that doesn’t affect the quality of coffee, which is fantastic. In addition to coffee, Joe’s Café Bar offers ice cream and hot Portuguese sandwiches."
49th Parallel Café & Lucky's Doughnuts - THURLOW
49th Parallel Café & Lucky's Doughnuts - THURLOW
4.5 (1223 ratings)
689 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4M3, Canada
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopDonut shop
Mentioned by Vancouver Is Awesome
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"Lucky’s Doughnuts are tasty as they are tasteful, offering gourmet flavours like lemon curd with torched meringue and earl grey with lavender. They serve all the traditional flavours like French crullers, old fashioned glazed, salted caramel and plenty of seasonal and rotating flavours. Keep an eye out for their wildly inventive specials, too."
Mentioned by Curiocity Group Inc.
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"Next up we’ve got a couple of spots we’ll call modern classics. This longtime brand from 49th Parallel is no joke, turning out a variety of amazing donuts using all kinds of doughs. Personally, our preferences are their old-fashioned and yeast-based donuts."

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Downtown Vancouver

Vancouver Aquarium
Vancouver Aquarium
4.5 (7452 ratings)4.5 (7804 ratings)
Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation.
845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, Canada
AquariumNature & ParksEducation centerNon-profit organizationEducational sites
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Jacques Cousteau has said that Vancouver has some of the best underwater wildlife in the world, the only problem is that the waters off the coast can be rather chilly. Not interested in putting on a dry suit and submerging yourself under the frigid waters?. No problem, the Vancouver Aquarium has solved that problem and brought some of British Columbia's most interesting sea creatures inside to inspire and educate visitors."
Mentioned by pinnacleharbourfronthotel.com
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"A collection of more than 50,000 aquatic creatures make Vancouver’s Aquarium the largest in Canada. Located in Stanley Park, the facility features extensive exhibits and displays along with daily dolphin and beluga shows, sea otter feedings, shark dives and “4D” film screenings. You can even book your own personalized Animal Encounters to get up close and personal with some of these amazing creatures."
Mentioned by Vancouver 3 days itinerary
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"I’ve been told the Vancouver Aquarium is pretty impressive as well although that would require entering before the building’s 5pm closing time."
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
4.5 (19525 ratings)4.5 (8923 ratings)
Built in 1889, this lengthy (137 metres) treetop bridge offers scenic views of the forest below.
3735 Capilano Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 4J1, Canada
Nature & ParksBridgeParks
Mentioned by Vancouver 7 days itinerary
Canada's 150th Birthday Vancouver Itinerary
"Your first stop will be Capilano Suspension Bridge Park where you’ll take the swaying bridge across the canyon, before getting a taste of Vancouver’s temperate rainforest on the Treetops Adventure. A short stop further is the Capilano River Hatchery where you can see salmon jumping their way up the fish ladder to swim upstream, and then take an easy hike along the surrounding trails. Your final stop is Grouse Mountain – the Skyride gondola whisks you to the peak where you’ll find plenty of adventures waiting for you!. In the summer, visit the orphaned grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola, hike the trails, and go ziplining!"
Mentioned by Vancouver 10 days itinerary
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"Learn about the ‘Capilano Tramps' from the 1900s, the original tourists to the park Dare to do the Cliffwalk, a labyrinth of cantilevered bridges, stairs and platforms 33 metres above the forest floor"
Devonian Harbour Park
Devonian Harbour Park
4.6 (375 ratings)4.5 (14 ratings)
Dog-friendly, 4.42-hectare passive park housing sculptures, a pond & lawns, plus seating & walkways.
1929 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9, Canada
ParkNature & Parks

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