Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Surrey

"The jewel of Vancouver’s vegetarian and vegan dining scene, The Acorn Restaurant (3995 Main Street), has consistently been lauded for its refined approach to seasonal plant-based eating. Big Seven Travel listed them as the #1 vegan-friendly restaurant in the world. A tour of the menu reveals many beautifully conceived and executed items, such as pan-roasted North Arm Farm black salsify with burnt grand fir brown butter, Mount Pleasant magnolia vinegar, parsley root purée, ox-eye daisy capers, and crispy salsify skins."

"Delicious vegetarian and vegan food, a romantic space and craft cocktails make The Acorn a charming spot for a night a date night. As you walk into the dimly lit restaurant, cozy up and order a cocktail while you eye the menu. If you're off the booze, they also have a handful of tasty non-alcoholic options that are fun to sip."

"The Acorn is a vegetarian restaurant that offers an extra variety of gluten-free vegetarian meals. Focusing on fresh local ingredients means the menus are seasonal. The decor of the restaurant reflects the modern and elegant character of the dishes served."

"Housed in a beautiful heritage building with exposed brick and wooden floors, Heirloom offers a comfy and casual atmosphere that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. But it’s really the menu that takes center stage. With solely vegan and vegetarian fare (including an extensively creative cocktail menu) sourced locally, the choices might at first seem limited, but trust us when we say that even Ron Swanson could find something to whet his palate here."

"Location: 1509 West 12th Avenue (Granville Street)Category: Upscale / VegetarianDescription: Similar to The Acorn, this vegetarian restaurant has a more upscale feel than some of the other places on this list. The dishes are inventive, tasty, and quite filling. The decor is classy and you’ll feel very hip eating here."

"The healthiest option on this list, Virtuous Pie offers 100% plant-based pizza for those looking to improve their diet or help the earth a little bit. The 10-inch individual pizzas range from classic Margherita to curry pizza to chorizo and artichoke. They have multiple locations but we’re most inclined to go to the one on Main Street."

"My second favourite restaurant from my time in Vancouver was surprisingly a vegan pizzeria, and I use the term surprising because I wasn’t quite convinced prior to my visit that pizza could actually exist without cheese."

"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!!"

"The Naam is the oldest natural food restaurant in the region. It was originally intended to be a meeting spot where people could come to experience “the good life.” They remain true to their original vision by remaining small, using fresh and pure ingredients, and maintaining a warm, homey, and friendly family-run environment. They’ve been serving vegetarian and vegan meals for over 50 years and can cater to a variety of nutritional requirements."

"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."

"A Kitsilano institution known for its delicious breakfast, the Naam has been serving up its tasty vegan and vegetarian dishes for over 30 years. A taste of their miso gravy is a must. Try it slathered on their dragon bowl or over their sesame fries."

"Everything on our menu is gluten-friendly and over 90% is vegan-friendly. We recommend the Lemongrass Chicken Box, Coconut Curry Tofu Box, and Chili Lime Shrimp Box."

"Dine outdoors and picnic-style at Nuba Yaletown, and enjoy a pretty street view along with it. This casual patio spot is a good place to take the kids, or just for a quick lunch stop. You can’t miss their traditional Lebanese Cabbage Rolls, packed with ground (halal) lamb, minced pine nuts, organic brown rice, and mint."

"Lovely service and food, but I felt it was a bit pricey for what you get. They have one of the best patios for people watching. I also loved the halloumi..."

"A post shared by Annabelle || Vancouver 🇨🇦 (@epicureannie) on Jun 30, 2017 at 1:27pm PDT. Budgies brings both substance and quality at a more than fair price. Their entire selection of burritos runs at no more than $8 for 10″, but you can upgrade to a 12″ for just $1 more – we highly doubt you’ll regret it."

"Budgies was a surprise discovery when I worked in the neighbourhood. Yelp conveniently informed me of this place being right around the corner, and yet, I had never even seen it. Blink as you walk by and you can easily miss it."

"Matchstick opened its roastery and the first of its shops in 2012, growing into an acclaimed mini-empire with five bright open spaces that bustle with creative workers and young parents. It also supplies discerning cafés and restaurants in the area (including Revolver, listed above) with its flavorful, yet unfussy single-origin coffees, and with rustic baked goods like its naturally leavened country bread. Matchstick makes all its products with deliberate care."

"A post shared by Matchstick (@matchstickyvr) on Jul 27, 2018 at 12:17pm PDT. If you’re looking for a coffee shop with great food in addition to their coffee, Matchstick has fresh baked loaves of bread and brunch for your enjoyment. With all three of their locations beautifully decorated, you’re getting an amazing food, coffee and atmosphere all in one."

"One of Vancouver's favourite local coffee roasters with a stunning space and an admirable goal: "to serve the absolute highest quality coffee that they can imagine." It's less of a focus, but I say their in-house baking is as delicious as their hand-crafted, single-origin coffees. As their cafe is often packed, seats can be hard to snag."

"A post shared by Dockside Restaurant (@docksidevancouver) on Apr 14, 2019 at 5:38pm PDT. Another Granville Island staple is Dockside Restaurant. Known for their spacious dining room area and their world-class views of False Creek, your meal is sure to come with a grand dining experience."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user traveljunction used under CC BY-SA 2.0. The Dockside Restaurant is located on the waterfront on Granville Island, overlooking the city and the mountains. There is a casual, but refined, dining room with views, as well as a patio for open-air dining."

"A post shared by Dockside Restaurant (@docksidevancouver) on Jun 19, 2020 at 10:40am PDT. Be sure to check out this popular False Creek fixture for brunch, lunch, dinner, or drinks when you get a chance. Dockside is open from 11:30 am to 9:30 pm daily except Tuesday."

"Hidden away on Homer Street (of course) in a heritage building, Homer Street Cafe serves up perfectly cooked chickens from its fire engine-red rotisserie. Poultry is the star of the show, but you'll also find local seafood, salads, and cheese and charcuterie plates on the menu. Ideal for a pre-theater or show dinner as it's close to downtown's entertainment district."

"Homer St. Cafe and Bar is steeped in history and is known for their signature open kitchen, ornate tiling, and delicious menu of elevated comfort food like their signature chicken. After a filling savoury spread at this place, we recommend getting the house peanut butter cookie for dessert. Address: 898 Homer Street, Vancouver Phone: 604-428-4299"

"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."

"I love the cheeky name of these vegan Vancouver restaurants. Order the poutine and one of their bowls or salads. I love the butter “chicken” poutine, the burgers and any of the thai style dishes."

"Sure the aisles are packed with wide-eyed Instagrammers at this popular tourist destination, but there are some jewels to be found here to assemble a superb picnic for watching the boats and paddle boarders on False Creek. Take your pick from delights such as pickled headcheese, succulent mortadella, and punchy salami at the Oyama Sausage Co, then head to Terra Bread to pick up some focaccia or baguettes before stocking up on local Salt Spring Island cheeses at Benton Brothers and fresh doughnuts at Lee’s."

"A post shared by Richard Parlour (@rich.rp) on Sep 12, 2018 at 5:34pm PDT. A famous, permanent year-long attraction full of colourful stalls that showcase unique, homemade products and the “finest in gastronomic delights.” From the ocean, oven, or field – Granville Island Public Market’s got it all. Address: 1669 Johnston Street, VancouverNeighbourhood: Granville IslandPhone: +1-604-666-6477Facebook | Twitter | Instagram"

"One of my favorite ways of getting to know any new city is through food, and I had a great time sampling some of the delicious goods at the market on The Granville Island Market Tour. Granville Island Market Tour"

"Located on the corner of Burrard and Georgia, Royal Centre is easily accessible for those visiting downtown Vancouver. Either walk over or take the SkyTrain to Burrard Station, where you’ll see RBC Tower next to the mall’s entrance. Eat lunch at the multicultural food court before admiring the quality leather footwear at Valentini Shoes."