Best Vegetarian Restaurants in British Columbia

"The Acorn is a vegetable-forward restaurant and bar at the heart of Vancouver’s Main St. They are inspirational when it comes to their vegan options. This is the sort of place you would happily dine in every day for the rest of your life – it’s just that tasty. In fact, it’s so good that we even named it the best vegan restaurant in the world!"

"A post shared by With the Locals📍 (@withthelocals) on Apr 10, 2017 at 7:41am PDT. They’re cooking using the best of the season at Vancouver’s elegant The Acorn, so their menu is always evolving with the calendar. Their dishes are all vegetarian as a base, with most adaptable to suit vegan diners."

"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!"

"A post shared by Renee Yeung | Food & Travel (@thebellydiaries) on Dec 4, 2019 at 2:18pm PST. A favourite for weekend brunch (although they serve it every day), Heirloom excels in providing beautiful, airy spaces and a mouth-watering menu. Dishes are full of colour and taste, and portions are refreshingly large."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Something exciting is happening Wednesday nights at Heirloom . Introducing BOGO Wednesdays ."

"A post shared by Renee Yeung | Food & Travel (@thebellydiaries) on Dec 4, 2019 at 2:18pm PST. Offering an excellent selection of vegan pizzas and dairy-free ice cream, Virtuous Pie has made a name for itself over the last few years. Now boasting two Vancouver locations, you can try pizzas such as Ultraviolet (walnut and arugula pesto, cashew mozzarella, tomatoes, kale, caramelized onion, and pine nuts), and Superfunghi (wild mushrooms, potato cream and, mozzarella) to name a few."

"A big meal here doesn’t leave you feeling regretful, bloated or like you need to go run 10km. Tip: Stranger Wings is the cult favorite. Order with all the dipping sauces!!"

"A post shared by The NAAM Restaurant (@naamrestaurant) on Mar 13, 2017 at 10:53am PDT. Considered a staple for vegetarian and vegan eats in Vancouver for, well, what seems like forever, eating at Kitsilano’s The Naam is pretty much a rite of passage. Their calling card dish is their Sesame Fries with an add-on of Miso Gravy, but you’ll also find an array of noodles, bowls, veggie burgers, Mexican-inspired fare, salads, appies, and much more here."

"A post shared by Hanna McLean (@hannamclean_) on Oct 23, 2016 at 2:19pm PDT. Considered a staple for vegetarian and vegan eats in Vancouver for, well, what seems like forever, eating at Kitsilano’s The Naam is pretty much a rite of passage. Their calling card dish is their Sesame Fries with an add-on of Miso Gravy, but you’ll also find an array of noodles, bowls, veggie burgers, Mexican-inspired fare, salads, appetizers, and much more here."

"Vancouver's oldest natural foods restaurant with a lengthy menu and generous portions. Go for a bowl and a cashew bliss ball for dessert. Expect a line-up at this 24-hour restaurant."

"Location: 2119 Kingsway, VancouverCategory: Vegan/PizzaDescription: Awesome take-out pizza that’s full of greasy goodness for those days when you need a little extra warmth in your stomach. All sauces and dressings are prepared in-house, and there are also donairs, spanakopita, and rice dishes if you want something other than pizza.Website: www.veganpizzahouse.ca"

"This family-run business serves vegetarian and vegan Vietnamese food. It's a local favorite because when it comes to taste, there's no shortage of delicious dishes to eat here. You may think that cooking Vietnamese food without fish sauce may be a challenge (and for many it is), but owner Maria and her mother have concocted an excellent substitute that doesn't substitute flavor."

"A post shared by CHAUveggiexpress (@chowatchau) on Dec 22, 2019 at 12:00pm PST. This plant-based Vietnamese restaurant offers patrons a variety of dishes like hearty soups, bowls, and fresh and crispy rolls too. Address: 5052 Victoria Drive, VancouverPhone: 604-568-9508"

"5052 Victoria Drive, Vancouver Tel: 604.568.9508 Web: http://www.chowatchau.ca/veggie/mural_menu.pdf Twitter: @chowatCHAU Advice: Go light on the tableside satay sauce if you are not a fan of spice. Located off the beaten track, yet in the middle of the city is an…"

"A post shared by MeeT on Main (@meetonmain) on Dec 10, 2017 at 6:32pm PST. The first stop on any list of vegan restaurants in Vancouver, MeeT is your go-to for burgers and comfort food. Known for their decadent Double-Double Burger (double coconut bacon and double cheez), mountains of crispy fries and poutine, you’ll leave here full, satisfied, and with your wallet still intact."

"MeeT is the ultimate spot for vegan comfort food in Vancouver, with several locations around the city. This is the sort of food that your die-hard carnivore friends can hardly believe contains no animal products. Dishes to chow down on include a spicy buffalo burger or poutine topped with their savory cashew miso gravy, house feta, and mozzarella, finished with scallions."

"A lot of you from Instagram recommended this place to me, and I am so thankful because I seriously loved this Ginger Beefless Bowl – sweet, salty, lots of flavour and yumminess. I wouldn’t say it tasted like the traditional “Ginger Beef” but it still tasted delish!. I ate this picnic-style in David Lam park, where I also had an awesome view."

"Location: 2961 Broadway, VancouverCategory: BurgersDescription: If you’re on Broadway doing some shopping, stop into the Tera V Burger for a satisfying meat-free burger with a side of baked fries."

"Came here after years since i didnt like the burger when i came last time but i saw they might be under new management and had veggie nuggets and thought..."

"The lowdown: Those in the know flock to local gem Toshi Sushi at precisely 4:20 p.m. to snag a spot in line before the doors open at 4:30 p.m. Tucked off Main Street in East Vancouver, what this shoebox-sized resto lacks in space it makes up for in unpretentious, fuss-free fare."

"Don’t let Toshi Sushi’s small and unassuming location put you off. The sushi here has the same fresh, melt-in-your-mouth quality that you’ll find at higher-end Japanese restaurants in Vancouver. The delicious food and reasonable prices mean there is often a line to get in."

"That’s okay by us though- the food makes it more than worth it. Classic sushi at very reasonable prices, which probably explains why there’s always a line. We’re cool with it, since we just end up ordering more once we’re in there."

"The grandfather of Vancouver’s sushi restaurants is, undoubtedly, Tojo’s (1133 West Broadway), which has been going strong for 32 years. Chef Tojo, who enjoys world-wide acclaim, has been a pathmaker, credited for introducing Omakase to Vancouver, as well as creating the “inside out” Tojo roll (aka the “California roll”), as well as the BC roll and rainbow roll. He’s just released a fall seven-course omakase menu, which features items like a tuna sashimi ice bowl with Tojo’s special sauce, in additional to a seasonal assortment of sushi."

"A post shared by Tojo’s Restaurant (@tojos_restaurant) on Jun 9, 2018 at 8:51pm PDT. Tojo’s Restaurant is a locally and internationally recognized spot. This restaurant is known for creating top-notch Japanese food served beautifully using fresh and seasonal ingredients."

"Hidekazu Tojo is a sushi-making legend in Vancouver, with thousands of special preparations stored in his creative mind. In this bright modern...Read More"

"Yaletown stalwart Bistro Sakana(1123 Mainland Street), Japanese owned and operated, consistently provides elegant and creative takes on sushi, such as the use of brown rice in their items. The restaurant does not stint on quality, with selections like Gindara black cod aburi and madai (seabream) sashimi. French influences also appear through the menu, such as in a caprese roll, with hotate scallops, fresh shiso-basil pesto, fresh tomato, and bocconcini mozzarella, which is lightly sauteéd and plated with extra virgin olive oil and an aged Modena balsamic reduction."

"Bistro Sakana offers both traditional edo style sushi using both local with a large quantity of fresh fish from Japan. We also offer fusional Japanese dishes that are firmly rooted from Japanese culinary tradition. The experience at Bistro Sakana is"

"This one’s a small space, but, hey, it’s an island without the crowds you’d find on Granville Island. Watch the boat traffic navigate the Fraser River, forage on wild blackberries when in season and stroll the path just north of the park where you might encounter horses or, at the very least, um,...evidence of them. A good alternative for the similar views is the dog-friendly Fraser River Park."

"Not to be confused with nearby Renfrew Community Park, this serene sliver of a park makes the most of Still Creek and its corresponding ravine. On the north side of East 29th Avenue is a newly fenced off-leash dog park but the main draw attraction is the shaded walkway hugging the creek. On the south side of 29th, a newly built stairway leads down to another stretch of the creek and a short boardwalk."

"Location: 436 Richards Street, Vancouver (Gastown)Category: Raw / VeganDescription: Vegan restaurant that focuses on offering raw food, but with an extensive Ukrainian menu and high tea. Lots of salads, soups, entrees, and baked goods to choose from in a funky location in Gastown.Website: https://indigoagecafe.com"

"The kind of woodsy subterranean cave a health-minded hobbit would enjoy, this small vegan and raw-food restaurant has legions of local fans. Snag a table (peak-time reservations recommended) and dive into hearty,... Canadian in Yaletown & Granville Island"

"One of the most places to grab lunch on Robson, Viet Sub is known for their crispy banh mi subs, which are all under $6 and noodle soups under $9. If you want to beat the lines, you can order advance for pick up or ask for it to be delivered. Viet Sub 520 Robson Street and 1682 Robson Street"

"A post shared by Spencer (@guerrillamohawk) on Feb 15, 2018 at 1:41pm PST. Viet Sub excels at their banh mi. The baguette has a crispy exterior but is fresh and fluffy to bite into."