We recently asked members of the BuzzFeed Community to tell us about some of the best, most delicious vegan restaurants across Canada. Here are some of their favourite places to veg out:
1. Heartwood in Halifax, Nova Scotia
"They have house wine that is locally made. It's seasonal, so you'll run into more root veggies in the winter and that sort of thing, but they've got a super-cool patio in the summer with fresh organic produce that is to die for! I don't get to go often but I feel refreshed every time I do. Full, satisfied, and with happy taste buds."
—Hannah Brown, Facebook
2. The Sprout in St. John's, Newfoundland
"I love getting their black bean burritos, and their desserts are fantastic! Vegan options aren't as common in Newfoundland as they are in other parts of the country, so it's great having The Sprout here with an abundance of great food that I can enjoy."
—Shannon Nicole Reid, Facebook
3. Calactus in Moncton, New Brunswick
"It's really small and quaint. A great environment to enjoy lunch or dinner in. My favourite is their lasagna, but I've heard really good things about their nachos, too!"
—Emma Caitlin Foster, Facebook
4. Doomie's in Toronto
"Offers vegan comfort foods such as the vegan version of the Big Mac!"
—micaelao2
5. The Abbey in Fredericton, New Brunswick
"It’s fairly new, but it’s already insanely popular, and the black bean brownies are to die for! They also offer options to add chicken or shrimp, if you’re maybe going with a friend who isn’t vegan. But even their drinks are vegan, and it's utter perfection."
—Misstango
6. PowerHouse Living in Nanaimo, British Columbia
"They have falafel wraps, which are famous. They're amazing! Vegan and gluten-free! They also have a wide range of products, from pizzas to juices and smoothies to vegan Nanaimo bars and burgers."
—Kira Kreiser, Facebook
7. HealthEnut in Georgetown, Ontario, and Milton, Ontario
"It's a little café that has a great range of vegan and raw food options on its menu. It has tons of food for lunch, and even little desserts for you to choose from."
—demure
8. Sushi Momo in Montreal
"They do 100% vegan sushi with really flavourful combinations of sauces and veg and tempura. Super delicious and every dish looks beautiful."
— Rephi
9. Apiecalypse Now in Toronto
"They have the BEST vegan pizza! Especially the Fat Mac pizza! Mmm."
—Alex Melanson, Facebook
10. Boon Burger in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Barrie, Ontario
"It has SO many burger options, as well as pizza, sandwiches, and a bunch of side options. The sesame fries are to die for, both on their own and in the poutine. The burgers themselves are MASSIVE, and we ended up needing to use forks and knives to eat them. They have everything: desserts, soft-serve, take-home options, homemade juices, shirts... The list goes on!"
—Maranda Legge, Facebook
11. Perfection-Satisfaction-Promise in Ottawa
"I always end up eating the same thing: baked potato topped half with veggie chili and half with steamed veggies and tahini. There are more options, but I stick with my fave. It also offers great vegan desserts."
—Mélanie Sandrine, Facebook
12. The Coup in Calgary, Alberta
"I have not yet been but their Instagram is SO DROOLWORTHY. I am headed there this weekend."
—Erin Byrnes, Facebook
13. Chau VeggiExpress in Vancouver
"They do mostly vegan Vietnamese/Thai cuisine. From crispy nem to vegan pho and amazing drinks (coconut shakes without added sugar!), it WILL hit the spot. Did I mention they have a selection of homemade dairy-free ice cream and it is DIRT CHEAP?"
—Leanne Racicot, Facebook
14. Padmanadi in Edmonton, Alberta
"Asian vegan food. Very friendly and accommodating owners! Beautiful decor."
15. Asian Stars in Ottawa
"Asian Stars is a restaurant for both omnivores and veggies alike. They have their own separate vegan menu with over 20 options."
— Kailee MacWilliam, Facebook
16. Lola Rosa in Montreal
"Lola Rosa is a vegan/vegetarian restaurant in Montreal. It’s pretty popular. The menu isn’t huge, but they make good food and get it to you pretty quickly. There are multiple locations around the city."
—Bugle
17. Tucos Taco Lounge in Sudbury, Ontario
"Tucos Taco Lounge in Sudbury, Ontario, is serving up the best Mexican-inspired vegan cuisine in Northern Ontario — and probably all of Canada! They’re a hip little joint that packs a ton of flavour into their burritos and tacos."
18. Rise Above in St. Catharines, Ontario
"Rise Above in St. Catherines, Ontario, has the best vegan food. You can get everything from vegan mac 'n' cheese to vegan empanadas."
19. The Wild Leek in Halifax, Nova Scotia
"They’re AMAZING, the cakes are to DIE FOR, and their brunches are beyond comparison. I’ve loved everything I’ve ordered from here and it’s so cheap."
—ayatn
20. Bunner's Bake Shop in Toronto
"They’ve got vegan muffins, cupcakes, brownies, cinnamon rolls, cheesecakes, cookies, and even soft-serve ice cream! They also have savoury items like mac 'n' cheese and veggie pot pie. All vegan and gluten-free! This place is so goooood."
21. Thai Onzon in Cochrane, Alberta
"Amazing, delicious, healthy, fresh food, and incredible presentation. And you get a lot of food for a pretty reasonable price! It is all vegetarian/vegan with lots of gluten-free options."
—Leah Marie, Facebook
22. Doug McNish's Public Kitchen in Toronto
"The flavours, the textures, the plating. This is exquisite, well-thought-out food. Toronto is lucky to have such a talented chef."
—Angela Shintani-Sandrowicz, Facebook
23. Raw Aura in Mississauga, Ontario
"It's small and intimate, and has everything from organic smoothies to apps, mains, and desserts. All vegan (and I believe gluten-free) at a really awesome price. I'm not a full-time vegan by any means but I love going there."
—Amber Dowling, Facebook
24. Fresh in Toronto
"They make super-healthy vegan food, juices, and smoothies — even the most stubborn of carnivores will love it! They do takeout, delivery, or you can dine in the restaurant, and the staff is always super friendly. It’s the perfect place for a night out with friends or for a date, but it’s also family-friendly and reasonably priced. They have such a diverse menu that appeals to everyone, and it’s not intimidating at all for people who aren’t familiar with vegan fare. "
—jbradz
25. Naked Cafe in Kelowna, British Columbia
"It’s always crazy busy and they serve the best food in the Okanagan. And I’m not even vegan."
26. The Root Cellar in London, Ontario
"The menu DOES feature some non-vegan or vegetarian items, but 90% of it is vegan — and it tastes better than the stuff with meat. So, so amazing!"
—Lydia Balogh, Facebook
27. Grasshopper in Toronto
"Amazing atmosphere and a veganized version of pulled pork."
—Ariel Levitsky, Facebook
28. Thrive Energy Lab in Waterloo, Ontario
"The almond butter cups are a masterpiece for your taste buds."
—RE LA, Facebook
29. Cafe Mosaics in Edmonton, Alberta
"Awesome menu selection, tasty food, and cute decor."
30. Pure Kitchen in Ottawa
"They have the best smoothies and serve really good comfort food, like poutine! Everything there is completely vegan. It's a really cool, hipster little place."
—Amy Bishop, Facebook
31. The Naam in Vancouver
"Not only do they offer vegan and vegetarian dishes, they are open 24/7. Perfect for after a night of hitting the clubs!"
—brandyh9
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