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Toronto is fast becoming the vegan food capital of the world with more and more restaurants sprouting around the city to cater to the ever-growing vegan community. Join us on a tour of the Little Italy and Kensington Market neighborhood to taste some of the best vegan dishes out there. We have carefully selected local, hole-in the wall, family establishments and some international debuts to make sure you get an authentic and unique experience of the city and its vegan eats.

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  • Best Vegan dishes
  • Southern BBQ, Mexican cuisine, Asian cuisine, and more
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  • Hole-in-the wall restaurants
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  • approx 3 hour food walk

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With one quick “vegan food in Toronto” Google search, it’s abundantly clear that you’re about to be overwhelmed with options (how awesome is that?). But where do you even start? How do you keep all these delicious places organized?

Well, lucky for you, you have me!

This Toronto vegan guide has it all — fantastic breakfast options, donuts, Vietnamese cuisine, ice cream, and markets. Honestly, the list could go on and on! But, don’t worry, this is your one-stop vegan guide to planning your whole Toronto trip! Aside from food, I’ll also help you with suggestions on where to stay and what to do!

Now, all you will have to decide is which vegan restaurant you’re going to check out first! 

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Is Toronto Vegan-Friendly?

Heck yes! Toronto is super vegan-friendly. You will have more options of places to check out than you will have time — what a fantastic problem to have. In addition to a great selection of vegan restaurants and bakeries, Toronto is also home to a vegan market and many awesome veggie events throughout the year.

Toronto Vegan Tip!

As you start looking through this guide you might be a little overwhelmed with all of the options! I suggest you save places you want to check out on your Google Map. This way, you can visually see where everything is, this makes planning you day easier.

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Mouthwatering Vegan Restaurants in Toronto

We’re kicking off this Toronto vegan guide with the most essential part of your adventure — where to eat! Also, if you’re in need of vegan and gluten-free food in Toronto , no worries, they’ve got plenty of that too!

94 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z4, Canada Once a vegan pop-up, it now lives inside the SOOS restaurant with a 100% vegan Asian fusion menu, taking inspiration from Malaysia, India, Japan, and Indonesia. 

vegan kari hor fun spicy coconut curry with rice noodles from fat choi in toronto

160 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 3K7, Canada This casual spot has modern vegan Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine — falafel, chick’n shawarma, halloumi, and more!

Saigon Lotus

6 St Andrew St, Toronto, ON M5T 1K6, Canada A long-time favorite of locals and visitors! Don’t miss their authentic vegan Vietnamese cuisine — order one of the combo dishes!

vegan vietnamese specialties from saigon lotus in toronto

Fresh Restaurants

Multiple locations throughout Toronto A healthy take on vegan fast-casual dining — hearty veggie-powered bowls, superfood soups, house-made burgers, and more!

1122 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H9, Canada A chic vegan restaurant chain throughout Canada with a fantastic menu of globally-inspired dishes for brunch, lunch, and dinner. They also have a fabulous lineup of creative cocktails and mocktails.

spicy vegan bap bowl with carrots, roasted veggies and sesame seeds from hello 123 in toronto

Veggie D’Light

160 Baldwin St #3, Toronto, ON M5T 3K7, Canada Vegan Caribbean-inspired cuisine featuring house-made Roti, pizza cakes, soups, and bowls. 

Vegan I Thali

2768 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4C 1L7, Canada If you’re looking for authentic Ethiopian and Caribbean food, look no further! They also have a small market.

Buddha’s Vegan Restaurant

666 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1H9, Canada For over 30 years, this restaurant has served some of the best vegan Chinese eats in Toronto!

spread of vegan chinese dishes from buddhas vegan restaurant in toronto

Copper Branch

Commerce Court, 199 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5L 1E2, Canada If you’re on the run, this is a great place to go! The fast-casual Canadian plant-based chain serves a variety of healthy and comfort food favorites!

Sorry I’ve Got Plants

476 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 2N5, Canada If that’s not the cutest name for a vegan cafe, I don’t know what is! They started out offering meal kits and expanded into this fast-casual diner with a delicious lineup of sandwiches, wraps, salads, and more!

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Vegan Burger Spots & Junk Food in Toronto

The hogtown vegan.

382 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1S7, Canada Fill up on vegan Southern comfort favorites like mac-n-cheese, Unchicken + waffles, seitan chicken-fried steak, and much more. One note, they are only open for dinner. 

vegan buffalo chicken sandwich on a plate with french fries at hogtown vegan in toronto

492 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A4, Canada This Canadian vegan fast food chain have everyone’s favorite junk food! Dive into milkshakes, burgers, wraps, and more.

vegan hamburger wrapped in black and white print paper next to french fries at odd burger in toronto

Guerrilla Burger

454 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1X8, Canada These giant burgers aren’t for the meek! They are loaded with mac-n-cheese, house-made pesto, avocado sour cream, kimchi, and much more!

two giant vegan burgers next to each other stuffed with cheese, slaw, and avocado at guerilla burger in toronto

Vegan Fine-Dining Restaurants (A Little Fancier) in Toronto

Rosalinda restaurant  .

133 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2L3, Canada This Mexican -inspired restaurant feels like a garden party! The entire menu is very veggie-forward and gluten-free friendly. 

beautiful vegan mexican dishes on multiple plates next to two pink drinks at rosalinds in toronto

Gia Restaurant

1214 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X5, Canada If you love Italian food, don’t miss this gorgeous Italian restaurant! You can pop in for lunch or dinner and they have a special Sunday brunch! It’s also gluten-free friendly. 

PLANTA Queen

180 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3X3, Canada For a sophisticated dining experience with contemporary Asian-inspired vegan cuisine, come here! Their menu has a little of everything — noodles, sushi, stir-fries, and more. 

PLANTA Queen Coconut Grove Thai Salad

588 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1B3, Canada You’ll find a veganized spin on the gorgeous cuisine from Oaxaca, Mexico — everything is house-made, right down to the delicious tortillas. 

bowl of vegan white mole with plantains, a red drink with and orange slice and handmade tortillas from la bartola in toronto

Avelo Restaurant

51 St Nicholas St, Toronto, ON M4Y 1W6, Canada Love to be surprised? Then come here to enjoy a plant-based 5 or 8-course chef’s dinner. The menu changes with the seasons, so each time you come, it may be different. They are also able to accommodate gluten-free diners. 

291 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 1N9, Canada For a chic night out, come here for a fine-dining experience featuring local ingredients and a creative cocktail lineup.

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Vegetarian Restaurants in Toronto

These vegetarian restaurants have fantastic vegan options! Some have been in Toronto long before vegan or vegetarianism was mainstream!

192 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L6, Canada A long-time Toronto vegetarian favorite with a vegan-friendly Asian-inspired menu featuring dishes from Japan, China, and India. 

VegeDelight Vegetarian Restaurant

173 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5G 1C7, Canada This new and unique spot features a tantalizing mix of traditional Thai and Chinese dishes. The extensive menu is well-marked — you’ll want one of everything!

Annapurna Vegetarian

1085 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3G8, Canada This neighborhood spot specializes in flavorful South Indian dishes! Everything is well-marked and there are many great vegan options — samosas, masala dosa, bhajia, and more!

Vegan Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Toronto

Set your alarm; you’ll want to roll out of bed early for these vegan breakfast and brunch spots!

Kupert & Kim

Multiple locations throughout Toronto (check location time and menu before going) Finding breakfast options during the week can be challenging, but Kupert & Kim will save the day! Each location has a slightly different menu, so check before you go, but many feature vegan and gluten-free waffles, toasts, smoothies, and more.

golden gluten free and vegan waffles covered in blueberries, coconut cream, and hemp seeds from kupert & kim in toronto

Multiple locations throughout Toronto This healthy vegan fast-casual restaurant offers a great brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday with granola bowls, almond butter, French toast, juices, and more. 

1122 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H9, Canada Everyday Hello 123 has a fantastic lineup of vegan pancakes, waffles, scrambles, and so much more! During the week, brunch doesn’t start until 11 am and 10 am on the weekends. 

vegan pancakes covered in bananas, strawberries, walnuts, and chocolate sauce from hello 123 in toronto

Commerce Court, 199 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5L 1E2, Canada This fast-casual Canadian plant-based chain has an all-day vegan breakfast menu featuring breakfast sandwiches, toasts, overnight oats, bowls, and more.

Animal Liberation Kitchen

100 Broadview Ave unit 202, Toronto, ON M4M 3H3, Canada A small vegan café that is showing diners how easy it is to go vegan with their lineup of croissant breakfast sandwiches, bagel sandwiches, bowls, coffee drinks, and more. 

1214 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X5, Canada On Sundays, stop in for a diverse brunch menu featuring everything from meatballs to French toast!

Vegan Bakeries, Donuts, & Ice Cream in Toronto

We all need a sweet treat every once in a while! These are just a few of the best vegan bakeries in Toronto.

Bunner’s

244 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L7, Canada This vegan and gluten-free bakery can’t be missed (even if you’re not gluten-free). They have an amazing selection of cupcakes, cookies, oat bars, and even soft serve ice cream. 

vegan and gluten free chocolate whoopie pie filled with cream from bunners in toronto

Honey’s Ice Cream

1448 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1Y6, Canada A 100% vegan ice cream shop with an array of irresistible flavors by the scoop, pint, and even ice cream cookie sandwiches!

vegan coffee chip ice cream in a gluten free waffle cone on the outdoor patio of honeys plant based ice cream in toronto

Bloomer’s

715 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1E6, Canada 873 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6G 1M4, Canada One of the best spots In Toronto for vegan donuts, muffins, cakes, and more! Their donut lineup is impressive — Boston cream, birthday cake, carrot cake, and so many more.

vegan birthday cake donut with white icing, colored sprinkles and chunks of cookie dough from bloomers in toronto

Tori’s Bakeshop

2188 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 1E6, Canada One of the first vegan bakeries in Toronto! Their menu features a variety of baked goods made with local and seasonal ingredients.

The Vegan Danish Bakery

1312 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L4, Canada Amazing light and flaky vegan pastries! This is the perfect spot for croissants, Danishes, butter tarts, and even more sweet treats. They also have a small food menu.

vegan chocolate croissant in front of a green bush from vegan danish bakery in toronto

Kensington Natural Bakery

460 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1X8, Canada A vegan bakery in Kensington Market focused on gluten-free and Keto options made without chemicals, additives, or artificial colors. Peanuts are also not used in the facility.

Machino Donuts

823 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6G 1M1, Canada One of the newer vegan spots in Toronto with a delicious lineup of vegan donuts, including cronuts, fritters, and sticky buns!

vegan cronut with a chocolate glaze from machino in toronto

Vegan & Vegan-Friendly Markets in Toronto

Good rebel vegan provisions.

1591 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1T9, Canada The only 100% vegan market in Toronto — don’t miss it! They have the largest selection of vegan cheeses, snacks, chocolates, frozen foods, and much more. 

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Qi Natural Food

506 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B3, Canada A great place to grab supplements, personal care products, snacks, and more.

Noah’s Natural Food Market

430 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1K3, Canada This natural foods market is similar to a small Whole Foods — you can grab just about anything you would need here. 

Essence of Life Organics

48 Kensington Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2K1, Canada A Kensington Market health food store and zero-waste shop. You can find snacks, compostable floss, zero-waste laundry detergent, and more!

Want to visit another vegan-friendly Canadian city? Then check out Vancouver, and I have the perfect two-day vegan itinerary for you created by a local!

Vegan-Friendly & Eco-Friendly Hotel in Toronto

Although there isn’t a vegan hotel in downtown Toronto, this eco-friendly hotel is right in the heart of downtown and has instituted some incredible sustainable programming. It would be a wonderful place to base yourself to explore the city.

1 Hotel Toronto

550 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2V4, Canada This classy, modern hotel is one of Canada’s most sustainable hotels. The list of its eco-friendly activities is lengthy. It is currently on a mission to be zero-waste; as of now, it is diverting approximately 85% of waste from landfills, all of its US hotels are carbon neutral, and they are working towards that with their international properties.

In the kitchen, much of the produce that they use is sourced locally and their onsite dining menus are vegan-friendly. There are many other initiatives; you can read about them in their sustainability guide.  

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Vegan Hotel Near Toronto

If you have a car and are planning to visit Toronto in 2025, you should check out this dream vegan resort. Maybe consider spending a few days in the city and then head here.

Sugar Pine Vegan Resort

Created by the owners of the Vegan Danish Bakery, this vegan resort will be tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city on one of Canada’s beautiful lakes. The resort isn’t open just yet and is scheduled to be ready to delight guests in the summer of 2025. 

What To Do in Toronto

In between stuffing yourself with vegan donuts and tacos, be sure to check out these awesome things to do and see in Toronto.

Shop & Eat in Kensington Market

Kensington Market is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Toronto. Here you can find trendy bars, loads of vegan restaurants, boutique shops, and so much more. It also isn’t a market-per say, so if you’re looking for something inside, think again. Kensington Market is made up of multiple pedestrian-friendly streets. 

hot pink car artwork made into a flower planter in kensington market in toronto

Learn A Little History on a Walking Tour

It won’t take long before you realize Toronto has a lot going on! The inclusive and progressive city has a lot to love, but it’s always nice to understand a little bit of its past and present. The best way to do that is on a walking tour . This is also an excellent opportunity to talk to a local about what they love (and don’t) about Toronto — I always find these opportunities incredibly helpful to understand a city a little better.

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Check out the History of Shoes at Bata Shoe Museum

A museum dedicated to shoes? Yep, you read that correctly! This was one of the most unique museums I have ever visited. It is home to over 4,500 years of shoe history, from the earliest civilizations to today, and explores our relationship with shoes and how their evolution has also enforced gender norms and stereotypes. If you can only make it to one museum or aren’t a big museum-goer, you must go here. I promise you won’t be disappointed. 

hot pink and rainbow shoes in the innovative shoe collection at bata shoe museum in toronto

Bike Around the Toronto Islands

Just a 13-minute ferry ride from Toronto is the quiet Toronto Islands. This is the perfect excursion for the whole family, whether you want to ride bikes, relax on the beach, play sports, or take the kids to a mini amusement park! Aside from being a lovely place to escape the city, 600 people live on the islands year-round! You can learn a little bit more about the islands on a bike tour or rent bikes directly on the island and explore yourself. 

TIP: Instead of waiting in line and spending a silly amount of money to visit the CN Tower for photos, come here. You can capture gorgeous shots of the Toronto skyline from the ferry and different spots on the island. 

toronto skyline taken from the toronto islands on a clear day

Shop on Queens Street

If you love vintage clothing, independent boutiques, art, and trendy restaurants, you must wander Queens Street. For miles from approximately Simcoe Street to Bathhurt, you will find just about everything you could imagine — Vogue even named Queens Street one of the coolest neighborhoods. It is also home to multiple vegan bakeries and restaurants — the perfect places to stop while you’re shopping.

black front with dresses in the window of mama loves you vintage shop on queens street in toronto

Enjoy the Beauty of the Toronto Botanical Gardens

Not only are these 17 gardens and acre after acre stunning, but also, it’s all free! Yep, you can wander and smell the roses all you like for free; even guided tours of the gardens are free! The gardens feature native and pollinator-friendly plants, wildflowers, and much more. 

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Vegan Toronto | Best Restaurants, Food Tours, Hotels & More

Vegan Toronto | Best Restaurants, Food Tours, Hotels & More

Toronto is an incredibly vegan-friendly city providing a vast abundance of vegetarian and vegan restaurants from which to choose. Not only are there plenty of vegan restaurants and bakeries, but there are also incredible resources within the city, such as events devoted entirely to vegetarianism in Toronto. Let's explore a small selection of the many vegan restaurants in the city, which are amongst my personal favourites.

Toronto Vegan Food Tours

Vegan Food Tour of Toronto – Toronto is fast becoming the vegan food capital of the world with more and more restaurants sprouting around the city to cater to the ever-growing vegan community. Explore the Christie Parks neighborhood to taste some of the best vegan dishes out there. Taste food at carefully selected locales, hole-in the wall, family establishments to make sure you get an authentic and unique experience of the city and its vegan eats.

Toronto Vegan Restaurants

Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world with a wide variety of ethnic restaurants. When it comes to vegetarian restaurants, this is no exception – we have a wealth of vegan food based on cuisine from around the world right in our own city!

From Chinese food to Mexican food, Indian food to Italian cuisine, we've got a restaurant for all tastes. Considering how close we live to the city (about a 10 minute drive) and how many times we've gone there, we've still yet to eat at every vegan restaurant in Toronto (and that definitely must tell you that Toronto is super veggie friendly!). Here are a few of my favourite places:

Fresh has a special place in my heart as being the first vegan restaurant that I ever visited in Toronto. They've been around since 1999, and currently have expanded having four different locations throughout the city. Fresh is first and foremost a juice bar, where you can get freshly squeezed juices.

juices at Fresh

As for the food, they serve a variety of salads, wraps, soups and bowls – all very healthy, and all super tasty!  Fresh even has their own cookbooks that are available in store and online, so you can cook your favourite dishes back at home when you're away from Toronto.

food at Fresh

You pretty much have to get a smoothie while you're here. They're just so good!  If you've been walking around all day, these will surely quench your thirst as they are so refreshing. Whatever you decide on for your main dish, be sure to start off the meal with the quinoa onion rings and garlic mayo. They're a great little indulgence and the puffed quinoa around the outside makes them entirely unique.

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One Love Vegetarian

Justin and I visited One Love Vegetarian restaurant last year and I'm still dreaming about the food there! It is a Caribbean restaurant that solely serves vegan food, including bowls, roti and soup. We each had a bowl while we were there (Justin got a BBQ Tofu bowl, and I got a chickpea bowl) and it was hearty, satisfying and delicious. I loved the fried plantains on top, which made me dream about visiting the Caribbean during a cold day in Toronto. They also have vegan dessert there, too, and we couldn't resist their cupcakes!

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Disgraceland

Disgraceland is a really fun bar and restaurant located near many of the museums in Toronto. So, if you find yourself pursuing some educational enjoyment during the day, you might want to relax and have some yummy food and drinks at Disgraceland . This restaurant is friendly to both omnivores and vegetarians, as they have almost the entire menu with the meat-version and the vegetarian-version alongside it. This would be a great place to go with friends who might not be as open to eating vegetarian food as there would be something for everyone! There are also free board games to play, as well as a pool table and a pinball machine , so you could easily spend hours here playing games with friends!

food at Disgraceland

We ordered two veggie burgers with fries, “popcorn” tofu (tofu done KFC style!), and vegan pierogis. There are plenty of different toppings to choose from for the burgers. If you're a fan of fries, there is an entire section of the menu devoted to fries. Visiting Canada and want to get one of our traditional dishes, poutine, but don't eat gravy or cheese? Fear not! There are a whole bunch of different vegan poutines to try! And if you're feeling like an alcoholic beverage, there is an extensive cocktail list and tons of different beers on tap.

Here are some of my honourable mentions of restaurants to try:

Vegetarian Haven

A vegan bistro serving Asian-fusion cuisine, near Kensington Market and Chinatown. We recommend trying the Pad Thai or the Sizzling Seitan in Black Pepper Sauce.

Live Organic Food Bar

A raw, organic restaurant with some cooked options on the menu. One of Toronto's premier raw vegan restaurants with a popular line of raw food and snacks sold in local natural grocery stores in the area. The owners are very committed to the environment and creating healthy food for all to enjoy.

Vegan Bakeries

Toronto is also home to many vegan bakeries for those who have a sweet tooth. In many cases, the bakeries serve gluten-free baked goods as well, making them a great choice for anyone with food allergies. There is almost a vegan bakery in every neighbourhood of the city, so you shouldn't have a problem making it out to one for some treats while you're in Toronto! In many cases, you'll find cupcakes, pie, donuts, cinnamon buns, muffins, chocolate, and so much more.

Tori's Bake Shop

Toronto's first eat-in vegan bakery and cafe offers fresh-baked (and raw) treats that radiate goodness, made with love in an eco-friendly, dairy-free, egg-free, casein-free, and refined sugar-free environment. You can also enjoy a warm beverage here, like a soy latte!

Through Being Cool Vegan Baking Co

Relatively new on the scene, Through Being Cool is known for their delicious vegan donuts in a huge variety of flavours, ranging from regular kinds like chocolate and cinnamon sugar to more elaborate tastes, like maple bacon, espresso, Earl Gray tea, and banana cream/peanut butter/chocolate! All of their baked goods are vegan and they also serve up tasty morsels like pizza rolls, cinnamon rolls, croissants, butter and lemon tarts, cookies and cookie sandwiches, lemon blueberry squares, brownies, and more.

goodies at Through Being Cool

Bunner's Bake Shop

This bakery is 100% gluten-free and vegan and known for their delicious cakes and cupcakes. They offer different items seasonally, such as apple pies in the Fall, and Easter chocolate cream eggs (like the Cadbury's ones, only vegan!) in the Spring. They also offer freshly baked bread, cinnamon buns, muffins, and more.

Apiecalpyse Now

They're well known around the Vegetarian Food Fair and Farmer's Markets, but recently opened their own storefront. Apiecalpyse Now has the best pies around, as well as other yummy vegan baked goods. Proceeds from some items go towards animal-related charities, too, so it's a win-win: eat yummy food, and help animals!

Vegetarian Events in Toronto

There are a couple of notable events in the city that cater to vegetarians, so if you're thinking of visiting Toronto, you might want to adjust your travel plans accordingly!

Vegetarian Food Fair

The Vegetarian Food Fair in Toronto is the largest vegetarian food festival in North America, and one of the longest running! In 2012, they estimate that a whopping 40,000 people came out to enjoy some delicious vegetarian goodness. The event will be celebrating their 30th year in 2014. The festival typically runs during the first weekend of September for three days (Friday-Sunday). This fair is a celebration of vegan food that attracts vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Many companies set up tables with tons of free samples, so you'll get to try out the latest and greatest new products.

stalls at the Food Fair

There are guest speakers (last year, we saw Gene Baur of Farm Sanctuary speak!), events (a world record for weight-lifting was broken last year by a vegan bodybuilder!), cooking demos (we saw Chef Roberto Martin, Ellen Degeneres and Portia De Rossi's private chef cook for us!), music, and of course, lots of yummy vegan food to eat and buy.

goodies at the Food Fair

Oh, and the Vegetarian Food Fair is 100% free to attend, so everyone in the city regardless of financial status is welcome to attend and partake in the celebrations! The event is hosted by the Toronto Vegetarian Association (TVA), which has been around since 1945!

Veggielicious

Veggielicious is a foodie event that takes place in November each year in Toronto.  It is a celebration of vegetarian food at over 40 locations throughout the city. Restaurants offer a vegetarian meal at a fixed price, often for much less than it would normally cost. The locations may be vegetarian restaurants or a non-vegetarian restaurants willing to offer a vegan meal. People are encouraged to try out new restaurants and new types of vegetarian cuisine during this time!

pasta at Veggielicious

Justin and I visited Grasslands , an upscale vegan restaurant in Toronto. We had wanted to go to Grasslands for a while, but it tends to be more on the expensive side as it is a classy place with inspired meals created by their head chef.

The fixed price Veggielicious menu at Grasslands was $30 (£16.20) and included:

  • Starter : seasonal soup or kale Caesar salad with grape tomatoes, tempeh bacon, sesame vegan parmesan, house caesar dressing
  • Main : pasta (chef’s special) with seasonal produce (gluten free option available)
  • Wine Pairing : 2011, Buensas Ondas Organic Red Wine, Argentina

The meal was absolutely delicious and we will have to go back to Grasslands someday. It is on the top of our list for vegan restaurants in Toronto, and we will have to go there for our next special occasion!

Vegan-Friendly Hotels Toronto

Shangri-La Hotel – this 5-star hotel is located in the center of the city offering perfect access to Toronto's main sightseeing, vegan restaurants and shops. They also offer vegan options in their restaurant as well as vegan high tea, which is served in the late afternoon. They offer a selection of vegan snacks and desserts, as well as vegan sandwiches. 

There are many sites for apartment rentals including Airbnb and Vrbo. Prices are generally comparable to budget hotels, especially if you’re willing to get a room in a shared apartment.

Vegan Resources in Toronto

The best website to browse before you visit Toronto is the Toronto Vegetarian Association's website . There are listings for all of the vegetarian, vegan, and vegetarian-friendly bakeries, restaurants, and cafes in the city, listed geographically and alphabetically, so you'll be able to plan according to where you'll be staying or visiting when you're here. You can also read about the many other events that happen in Toronto that are geared towards vegetarian cuisine.

There's also the ever-popular Happy Cow website and app, which does a great job of showing where all of the vegetarian restaurants are located, along with reviews!

All in all, Toronto is such an amazing and vibrant city, and to top it all off, it has so many vegan and vegetarian restaurants to choose from. You'll never go hungry visiting Toronto!

Lauren is one half of Justin Plus Lauren , a travel blog that she writes with her boyfriend, Justin. These two Canadians have traveled throughout North America so far, and hope to slowly travel all over the world. Both Lauren and Justin are passionate about veganism and seek plant-based meals wherever they go. They share a love for photography, video editing, enjoying new adventures together and sharing their stories. They also blog about their cute kitten, Chickpea . Follow them on Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , Google+ and Instagram .

15 Comments on “Vegan Toronto | Best Restaurants, Food Tours, Hotels & More”

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Yum! So many options that all look delicious. Vegan doughnuts sound good in my books.

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They are super delicious. You wouldn’t even know them from regular donuts with dairy/eggs! They taste the same and come in more “gourmet” flavors than your typical coffee shop!

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It’s good to know that Canada has this kind of restaurant. As vegan traveler, it is sometimes hard for us to find a gourmet restaurant like this. Anyways, the food really looks yummy!

Toronto is so vegan friendly and not only Toronto, but in all of the outlying areas in Southern Ontario…there are tons of vegan and vegetarian restaurants all over the place. While I’ve never been to Western Canada, I hear that Alberta and BC are really vegan-friendly, too! It is really growing in popularity here not just among vegans, but just for people who want to eat a bit healthier! There’s another bakery outside of Toronto that is one of my favorites (not mentioned here as it is in Burlington) called Kelly’s Bake Shoppe, and on weekends the line-up goes out the door! It is great to see so many people interested in vegan food!

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Great guide! When travelling I often seek out vegan places to eat as for me food on the road means overdosing on calories, I spend many an afternoon eating cake and drinking coffees! Vegan food makes you feel human again.Ta!

Thank you so much! I can understand why you might want to try a vegan place to offset the extra calories from the other food! Although I end up gorging just as much on coffee and vegan cake 🙂

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It’s nice to see so many vegan and veggie restaurants out there! Converting to veganism recently (from being vegetarian) was easy, easy when I cook my own food but difficult finding places serving vegan items outside. Toronto is good, but how about places like Oshawa (where I live)…difficult 🙁 Still on the lookout for vegan places here.

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Indeed, Vidya, cooking vegan at home is easy peasy, but the trick is finding places that cater to it. Keep your eyes peeled there in Oshawa, and if you find anything good, please let us know! Good luck.

Hi Vidya! I did a search for you and there looks to be a few vegetarian friendly restaurants in Oshawa!

http://www.happycow.net/north_america/canada/ontario/oshawa/

Hope you can find something there!

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I recognized the writing & photos, it’s Justin and Lauren, hooray! I heard Toronto is getting vegan-friendly and I really want to go someday! Thank you for the inspiration and featuring this article, J + L!

Hey there Rika! Toronto is really vegan-friendly – there are SO many places now, many that we haven’t even been able to visit yet as there are new places popping up all the time! You should take a trip here sometime and if you ever do, let me know and maybe we can meet up at one of these delicious restaurants!

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I’m not vegan, but I’ve been eating healthy for the past two years. I’m the biggest fan of fruit smoothies and vegan cakes. Omomomo! I could have them all day long, no joke! Great to see Toronto has so much to offer in terms of vegan food!

Thanks, Agness! I love fruit smoothies too! Green smoothies are an obsession of mine – that way I get a bit of veggies, too, and the taste of the greens is masked by the fruit! Yum!

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I’m vegetarian and my BF isn’t – we shall certainly check out Veggielicious on our vacation this year!! Thanks for all the tasty info!!!!

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Plant-based Toronto: nine top vegetarian stops in the city

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“Plant-based” is trending in  Toronto , Canada, a city seeing a new wave of upscale vegetarian restaurants. From the sleek  Planta on Queen , with its  ahi watermelon nigiri  and  crispy snow pea leaf dumplings with truffle oil and wasabi , to vegan Mexican destination  Rosalinda , with its earthy  mole, young coconut ceviche  and creative small plates like  salsify with persimmon, peanuts and chimichurri ,  more restaurants are skipping the meat entirely and still delivering high-quality, big flavour dishes .  

In addition to new all-vegetarian restaurants, however,  a number of recent fine dining openings are offering locally sourced, vegetable-driven menus with just a few touches of meat  (which can be made vegetarian or vegan upon request), meaning that if you want a three-course table d’hôte or a 10-course vegetarian tasting menu, your wish can be granted. Or, if you just want a scoop of vegan ginger ice cream, a cinnamon-dusted churro or a crunchy-crumbed blueberry-lemon loaf, that can also be arranged. 

Here are our picks for the best upscale vegetarian restaurants, cafés and bakeries in Toronto. 

Away Kitchen and Avelo

For more than two years Awai’s local, seasonal tasting menu was  the epicenter of vegetarian fine dining in Toronto . But the building was slated for demolition from the start, so in the meantime, two casual offshoots opened: Away Kitchen on College St. and Away Kitchen on Queen St. and with their  panca pepper-marinated maitake mushroom steaks, pan-fried artichoke hearts with sundried tomatoes and almond parmesan  and a full lineup of  pizza . But now, a new fine dining adventure is set to launch very soon. Avelo , meaning “hazelnut” in Esperanto, is housed in Hazel Cottage, an historic building originally built as a worker’s cottage in the late 1800s. According to Away owner  Roger Yang , the 20-seat restaurant will come with  a completely new seasonal tasting menu , but plans are also in the works for  an upstairs cocktail bar  where diehard fans of  Awai  will be able to enjoy some of the original restaurant’s top dishes on a tapas-style menu. 

Avelo 51 St Nicholas St. Toronto , Canada

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ritish-born chef  David Lee ’s first Michelin starred restaurant job came at the age of 17 at now-closed  Le Souffle  in London. After that, he was off to the  Relais & Chateau Hotel Fleur du Lac  in Switzerland and then back to London to  Mosimann’s , where he spent weekends cooking for the Prince of Wales. Even after coming to Canada in 1994, he stuck to mostly traditional, meat-centric French, Italian and European fare at fine dining institutitions  Centro, Splendido  and  Nota Bene . But after getting into plant-based eating himself, he opened  Planta , bringing his fine dining experience to upscale-casual fare.  Each of his three subsequent  Planta  locations has a different menu . The Yorkville location tends Italian with a few international exceptions:  arancini with salsa verde; hearts of palm “crab cakes” with white wine, caper vinaigrette and sautéed spinach; lentil pâté with fruit compote and grainy mustard  and  pizza bianca with rosemary potatoes, olives, chili oil and cashew mozzarella . And the newest location on Queen St. is pan-Asian, with  dan-dan noodles with coconut milk and kamut; ramen with truffle broth; snow pea leaf dumplings;  and  unagi eggplant and watermelon maki . 

Planta Queen 180 Queen St. W., 647-812-1221 Toronto , Canada

Rosalinda

This vegetarian restaurant in Toronto’s financial district offers upscale versions of Mexican fare, from its very Instagrammable  jackfruit tacos sprinkled with crispy fried slices of taro root to an avocado tostada with black beans and sunflower salsa macha .  The restaurant trends upscale-casual  with its affordable  tofu and rice bowl with a chipotle-lime vinaigrette and vegetarian chorizo-quinoa bowl with sweet potato, fennel, zucchini and pomegranate , but there’s elegance to the young  coconut ceviche with its bright green leche de tigre . 

Rosalinda 133 Richmond St. W., 416-907-0650 Toronto , Canada

Selam Vegan

While the debate is still open on whether Bloor St. at Ossington or the Danforth between Monarch Park and Greenwood is Toronto’s unofficial Little Ethiopia, it’s easy to find a vegetarian platter of  injera topped with spiced split peas, melting collard greens and sweet cabbage, carrots and potatoes  in either area. But unlike most Ethiopian restaurants in the city, which also feature meat and make generous use of spiced butter,  the city’s first 100 per cent vegan Ethiopian restaurant  is located underneath its meat-loving older brother, Pero. At  Selam Vegan , the focus is on  quality and presentation , putting it a cut above most of its neighbours. Case in point: each  à la carte  dish comes in its own bowl instead of being poured over a bed of injera (instead, the fermented bread is served rolled on the side) and micro-greens and pea sprouts are wonderfully bitter counterpoints to braised cabbage and carrots.  Cocktails  – another Ethiopian restaurant rarity –  and a coffee ceremony round out the experience . 

Selam Vegan 812 Bloor St., 647-344-7225 Toronto , Canada

Copenhagen Vegan Café & Bakery

This  pretty-as-a-postcard café  comes from the owners of the former vegan Danish bakery in Thornhill and those of nearby vegetarian comfort food dens Doomie’s and Mythology Diner,  adding a touch more culinary finesse to an area of the city known as “Vegandale.” Faux-tuna sandwiches and vegan paté on sourdough multigrain  are acceptable lunch offerings, but  winners here are the pastries and desserts .  Scones are stuffed with vegan pesto cream cheese; Danish rum balls are their own happy hour; and dense, creamy cheesecakes come topped with thickly-piped coconut whipped cream and a sweet, cherry glaze . 

Copenhagen Vegan Café & Bakery 1312 Queen St. W., 647-352-1312 Toronto , Canada

This  organic, vegan and gluten free café in Kensington Market  is an oasis of calm in the bustling, gentrifying neighbourhood. The café opened in 2005, but the original owner moved away and the café was bought by longtime customer  Andrey Malkov and his sister Elena , who more recently opened  a second location in the Assembly Chef’s Hall . Thankfully, they barely tweaked the menu, keeping the café’s popular sweet and savoury buckwheat crêpes and mixed salad plates made up of a daily changing roster of  seasoned sweet potato, lentil, tofu, bean and broccoli  options. But what most don’t know (though Andrey surely did) is that  this is a mecca of vegan ice cream , made with coconut, mung bean or almond milk.  Punchy ginger and black sesame  are standouts from a changing list, though seasonal fruit and a handful of chocolate varieties are also popular. 

Kensington Market 238 Augusta Ave., 416-364-6183 Toronto , Canada

Ten Restaurant

Ten

Julian Bentivegna  and sous chef  Simon DeSousa ’s 10-course tasting menus are  the most haute vegetable-forward experience in the city . The restaurant only opened in January 2019, which is probably why it’s still possible to get a reservation at the 10-seat restaurant. Bentivegna left his home in Calgary and moved to Chicago where he learned a lot about fine dining at now-closed  Grace  restaurant before coming to Toronto and some of the city’s top kitchens. His menus include small amounts of meat and fish, but he can easily alter any dish to make the meal vegetarian or vegan.  Ingredients are locally sourced and menus change daily , but think  buttery roasted pumpkin slices with puréed cashews, pumpkin seeds, pickled butternut squash and a drizzle of rosemary oil; miso soup with potato sliced thin like spaghetti; or fennel purée with black walnut, green onion and jalapeño . Wine pairings from sommelier  Jennifer Hunter  are generally organic and biodynamic.

Ten 1132 College St., 416-538-3810 Toronto , Canada

Currently sitting at #18 on the list of  Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants , Dandylion’s farm-to-table three-course tasting menu has been lauded since it opened in 2015. Of the three options for each course, one is usually vegetarian and can be made vegan if requested in advance. Chef  Jason Carter  is a master of sourdough, but leave room for daily changing seasonal dishes like  paper-thin slow-cooked root vegetables tinged with truffle; burrata with white peach and vinegar; persimmon with sprouted black lentils and spinach; fava beans with barley and artichoke; or sweet corn with charred broccoli and crispy rice . To end, think  nectarines, blackberry with sweet and herbal anise hyssop or rhubarb compote with beeswax ice cream and white chocolate crumble .

Dandylion 1198 Queen St. W., 647-464-9100 Toronto , Canada

Avelo, Toronto's finest plant-based foods

Avelo, Toronto's finest plant-based foods

Vegan fine dining and cocktail bar

Hidden away in a Victorian townhome on a quiet street in the heart of Toronto, Avelo serves up some of the city’s finest plant-based food and drinks.

Avelo Restaurant features a tasting menu of 5 or 8 courses, plus a few extra bites.

Upstairs, Bar Avelo focuses on cocktails and other drinks, with an a la carte food menu.

Avelo Restaurant

Our aim is to deliver an extraordinary dining experience for our guests through an exploration of plant-based cuisine. This involves plenty of creativity, geared towards the more adventurous diner.

Instead of a traditional menu, you will only know what each course is as we serve it to you. Our tasting menu changes seasonally.

Open for dinner, Wednesday through Sunday from 5:00pm Last seating at 8:30pm

Prices: 8-course $135/person Fri-Sat, or $115 Wed, Thu, Sun Optional wine pairing, +$75

5-course $85/person Fri-Sat, or $70 Wed, Thu, Sun Optional wine pairing, +$45

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We can accommodate a wide range of other dietary restrictions, and always have gluten-free options. Please note any concerns in your reservation.

Upstairs in this heritage building is Bar Avelo, with a cozy interior featuring a dramatic arched ceiling inspired by the building’s Victorian origins.

The drinks menu covers a range of classic and creative cocktails, a carefully curated wine selection, and other beverages. The luxe food menu includes dishes with ingredients such as truffles, green caviar (sea grapes), and wild mushrooms such as lobster, lion’s mane, and others.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see a menu? For Bar Avelo, we have an a la carte food menu , and drinks menu . For Avelo Restaurant, we only serve a 5 or 8 course tasting menu, where our chefs showcase a variety of dishes focused on seasonal ingredients, so there is no published menu. If you have questions about dietary restrictions, etc. please contact us for details.

Can you accommodate allergies and other dietary restrictions? Yes, we can accommodate a wide range of dietary restrictions, including gluten-free. Please make a note of dietary restrictions when making your reservation, at least 48 hours ahead. We never use peanuts, though we often have dishes with other nuts. We generally are not able to accommodate allium allergies, as our kitchen uses those ingredients extensively. Please note that we can not guarantee 100% against cross contamination.

Is everything vegetarian/vegan? Everything is plant-based. We do not use any dairy, eggs, meat, or other animal products.

What if I need to cancel my reservation? In order for us to make the table available to someone else, please notify us as soon as you can if you need to cancel. Your credit card will be charged $30/person for late cancellations (within 24 hours) or no shows.

Why a service charge instead of tipping? Tipping has long been problematic in the restaurant industry, with issues around discrimination, wage disparity, and harassment. For more details, here’s a  good overview  (from a US perspective), and more about  how some Toronto restaurants are  moving away from tips.

Isn’t a service charge just a “mandatory tip?” The service charge allows us to show a breakdown of the same price, plus the same amount that would have been a tip. Showing the total as an increased price would make it seem more expensive (even though it’s the same total), and non-tipping restaurants that have done this have consistently seen reduced numbers of guests because of the perception of higher prices.

What if I still want to tip, in addition to the service charge? With our focus on hospitality, we would not refuse guests who sincerely want to tip beyond the service charge. In these cases, tips will be distributed among the team.

How accessible is the building for people with mobility difficulties? Unfortunately, there are a few stairs at the entrance, and there are stairs to the second floor, where the bathrooms are located.

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20 Vegan Restaurants in Toronto to Celebrate Earth Month

Christine Hogg

Christine Hogg

April is Earth Month, and as individuals across the globe reflect on the state of the world, plenty of Toronto restaurants have revamped their menus to include more plant-based and vegan options. From sushi to cheeseburgers, pizza to tacos, fine dining to fast food, in honour of Earth Month, we've rounded up 20 of the best vegan restaurants in the city where you can eat good, and feel good doing it!

Vegan Danish Bakery - Queen

Queen Street West

1312 Queen St W

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Along with a pleasing glass display of cakes, biscotti, butter tarts and more, Vegan Danish Bakery offers a lunch menu with yummy options like empanadas, a rotating soup of the day, and a selection of sandwiches. As this spot has Danish roots, opt for the Danish Pâté Sandwich, which features vegetable pâté garnished with braised red cabbage and vegan Danish Remoulade, topped with a sprig of fresh dill, then served open-faced on sourdough multigrain toast.

Hogtown Vegan - College

Kensington Market

382 College St

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With both a brunch and dinner menu, the Hogtown Vegan is a favourite spot for sandwiches that don’t taste vegan, thanks to inventive options like seitan ham on the Reuban or soy patties topped with melted Daiya cheese for the burgers. With plenty of shareable apps like crispy fried soy wings, poutine and quesadilla, it’s the perfect spot for a quick bite to eat.

Financial District

133 Richmond St W

@rosalindarestaurant

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Toronto restaurant Rosalinda offers an array of bright and flavourful Mexican-inspired vegan dishes, along with a fun and refreshing cocktail menu that will satisfy both vegans and non-vegans. Home to signature dishes like Rosa's Nachos topped with silky butternut queso, cashew crema, fresh pico de gallo and garnished with jalapeño and cilantro, and the Meaty Mushroom Birria tacos, and the roasted eggplant topped with sesame salsa macha, sikil pak, cashew crema and drizzled with achiote dressing. The cocktail menu offers inventive twists on Mexican classics as well as original creations like the Rosa Margarita, made with Dejado tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and agave - a classic!

Revelstoke Cafe

195 Carlton St.

@revelstokecafeptbo

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A cozy spot for brunch hangs, lunch dates, or shareables with drinks, Revelstoke Cafe, prides itself on using locally-sourced produce whenever possible. Menu highlights include handhelds like the stoked lentil burger, and a shareable hummus plate served with veggies and warm garlic pita. The best part? Revelstoke has a well-rounded all-day brunch menu that includes avocado toast on sourdough and a tempting breakfast burrito.

Planta - Yorkville

1221 Bay St

vegetarian food tour toronto

With three locations in Toronto, Planta was one of the earliest purveyors of vegan cuisine in the city. The all-day menu includes an impressive sushi menu with options like nigiri made with watermelon and citrus soy, to a section devoted to noodles and wok-based dishes, like Kung Pao eggplant. Along with being 100 per cent plant-based, Planta also offers plenty of gluten-free options, too.

Pizzeria Du

536 Queen St W

@pizzeria.du

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Created by Awai Hospitality Group in the throes of the pandemic, Pizzeria Du serves gourmet vegan pizzas using only the most flavourful toppings. Choose from seven pizzas, including the BBQ Jackfruit, which uses pulled BBQ jackfruit, cashew cheddar, pineapple and green onions, or go for the classic Margherita, which uses San Marzano tomato sauce, cashew mozzarella, basil and olive oil. Pizzeria Du also sells sides like salad, garlic knots and various dipping sauces for those perfectly wood-fired crusts.

Little Italy

492 College St

@oddburgerfastfood

vegetarian food tour toronto

Sometimes you just want a burger and fries, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. Founded in London, England, in 2014, Odd Burger’s first Canadian location opened in 2021. Odd Burger serves more than just vegan patties. The entire menu revolves around plant-based protein and dairy alternatives, be it the ChickUn souvlaki, or the taco salad. Plus, you can’t go wrong with a side of fries, onion rings, or BacUn mac n’ cheese.

Lovebird Vegan

1277 Queen St W

@lovebirdvegan

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Specializing in vegan fried Chick'n tenders and sandwiches and gluten-free vegan smash burgers, Lovebird has vegans and meat-eaters alike raving about the quality of the sandwiches. Try the Nashville hot fried chick’n sandwich, or opt to have it in tenders form. Baos, burgers, bowls and salads are also on offer.

588 College St

@labartola.ca

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For lovers of Mexican cuisine, La Bartola is a spot known for its delicious plant-based eats that put a spin on the classics. Think cactus tacos, rich moles, quesadillas done with roasted potatoes and caramelized onions, and much, much more. Plenty of mezcal and tequila-based cocktails with fresh herbal and floral garnish are on the menu, as are a selection of fancy mocktails.

Kupfert and Kim

@kupfertkim

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A plant-based, fast-service restaurant, Kupfert & Kim serve dishes that are minimally processed, meaning the ingredients are often in their rawest, purest form. So, while you won’t find any tofu or plant-based meats and cheeses, you will find breakfast and brunch items like house-made granola topped with berries, cranberries, hemp seeds and oat milk, deliciously refreshing smoothies, and plenty of baked treats. Kupfert & Kim also has a coffee bar, so you can order your favourite espresso-based drink, or opt for a wellness tea.

Honey’s Ice Cream

1448 Dundas St W

@honeys.icecream

vegetarian food tour toronto

With warm weather finally here, vegans in search of a plant-based ice cream option will find it at Honey’s, which scoops 12 premium variations daily. Honey’s was founded by co-founder of Bunner’s Bake Shop, Ashley Wittig. Honey’s also sells pints for takeaway, and you can choose from one-of-a-kind flavours like peanut butter and saltine crackers or, opt for something classic like the mint chocolate chip.

West Queen West

1122 Queen St W

@hello123forever

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Tucked away in a snug, exposed -brick spot, Hello 123 is a plant-based restaurant and bar that does everything from brunch to happy hour to dinner. This spot is also the sister restaurant to Kupfert & Kim. The menu features a series of vegan tapas, like messy potatoes and shiitake tacos, but also a variety of handhelds and specials, like the New Golden Curry or the House Lasagna.

Little Portugal

1214 Dundas St W

@giatoronto

vegetarian food tour toronto

While some might argue that plant-based Italian cuisine simply can’t exist, Gia says otherwise; with a menu so convincing, you probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. Like any good Italian restaurant, Gia’s menu includes plenty of pasta, like the spaghetti alla chitarra al tartufo done with cashew butter and truffles, or panko-crusted plant-based meatballs.

94 Ossington Ave

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Known as a “permanent pop-up” in the Ossington neighbourhood, Fat Choi specializes in plant-based plates that spotlight Asian and South East Asian flavours and ingredients. Divided into small or large plate options, Fat Choi eats include spiced yellow lentil curry, Malay roti, mushroom bao made with fried black oyster mushrooms, and even desserts, like fried banana served with local plant-based ice cream shop, Honey’s vanilla ice cream.

160 Baldwin St

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Egyptian street food meets modern Middle Eastern cuisine at Eat Nabati at this 100% plant-based eatery located in Kensington Market. Nabati is an Arabic word that means “made of plants,” and on the menu, you’ll find nutritious and flavourful options like falafel boxes, shawarmas, ful combos (not “full”; ful is an Egyptian dish of stewed fava beans with tahini) and more.

Copper Branch - Bathurst

410 Bathurst St

@copperbranch

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A vegan franchise with several locations in the GTA, Copper Branch focuses on implementing whole foods into its menu, which features everything from power bowls to burgers to smoothies. Copper Branch also has an all-day breakfast menu with towering sandwiches that don’t skimp out, as well as hearty chilis and soups, flatbreads and handhelds and more.

Buddha's Vegan Restaurant

666 Dundas St W

@buddhasveganto

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Dubbed one of Toronto’s earliest Asian vegan restaurants, Buddha’s has been serving delicious plant-based Thai food in Toronto for more than 30 years! Like any Thai spot, you’ll find tasty apps, like spring rolls, but you’ll also find innovative bites like veggie lamb skewers with satay sauce, and mains like soya steak and assorted vegetables served on a bed of crispy noodles.

Bunner's Bakeshop

244 Augusta Ave

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In the mood for something sweet? Bunner’s is a bakery that specializes in vegan, gluten-free and soy-free baked goods, from gorgeous celebration cakes to gooey, pull-apart cinnamon buns. Since 2010, they’ve been one of the most well-known bakeries for vegan cookies and muffins, scones, cupcakes, pies, and more. Bunner’s also provides free GTA-wide delivery on all orders!

51 St Nicholas St

@avelo.restaurant

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With either a five- or eight-course dining menu to choose from, guests of Avelo won’t know what’s on the menu until the day of their dining experience. As dishes change with the seasons, so, too, does the creativity of the chefs. All of the menu items are 100 per cent plant-based and free from dairy, eggs and meat. The eight-course costs $125/per person from Friday to Saturday or $115 from Wednesday to Thursday, while the five-course tasting menu costs $85/per person Fridays and Saturdays or $70 from Wednesday to Thursday. Wine pairings can be added for an additional cost.

Fashion District

550 Wellington St W

@1kitchentoronto

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From now through April 30, guests of 1 Kitchen can participate in a series of Earth Month-inspired food experiences. A limited-edition sustainable cocktail, called Sapphire Tides is available at 1 Kitchen Toronto, Flora Lounge, and Harriet’s Toronto. Created with Bombay Sapphire, the Earth Month cocktail uses 100% sustainably sourced botanicals in its gin. Incorporated into this specialty drink is aquafaba, a vegan alternative for egg whites. At 1 Kitchen, roughly 85 per cent of the menu is vegetarian, with plenty of vegetarian options, including salads with vegan proteins, hearty soups, and even vegan sliders.

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25 of the best vegan restaurants in Toronto, by neighbourhood

Whether you're after fast food or fine dining, we've tracked down the best vegan restaurants serving everything from plant-based pasta to dairy-free donuts., published: monday 9th january 2023.

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Veganism has been undergoing a radical change in recent years. From fast food to fine dining, a slew of forward-thinking chefs are going above and beyond to turn preconceptions of vegan eating on their head, showing people it can be beautiful, colourful and vibrant, with flavours to match. There's vegan pasta , vegan pizza , vegan  sushi spots  and so much more — meat might be off the agenda, but good eating certainly isn't. 

Seitan, tofu and tempeh are frequently key players when it comes to recreating the texture of animal-based ingredients. Seitan is a form of hydrated gluten; tofu is made of condensed soy milk; while tempeh is made from fermented and cooked soybeans, packed into a block. All three are used to delicious effect: there's charring on the 'meat'; the 'fish' tastes of the sea; the 'cheese' is gooey and golden. And underpinning it all is fresh, seasonal veg that's anything but boring.

There's also a movement in modern vegan cooking that doesn't try to recreate the textures and flavours of meat, instead focusing on showcasing plants and grains in their simple beauty.

Of course, vegan cooking isn't the complete solution to our planet problems. There are all sorts of arguments about how healthy it is, as many fake meats and cheeses are super processed. Not to mention many of them aren't actually that good for the environment — tofu, for example, relies on crop monoculture and pesticides.

But no matter which camp you're in, no one can say that eating less meat isn't better for you and the environment, and if that means you need to eat a fake burger that bleeds beet juice once a week, who's to say that isn't OK?

Certainly not us, and given the creative cooking at these Toronto outposts, we'll say it's a safe bet you'll be eating it far more often than that...

The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: The Fashion District

1. parka food co., 424 queen st. w..

Toronto's best vegan restaurants | Parka's burgers

On a mission to make healthy eating an easier, more fun experience, Parka reimagines comfort food classics as wholesome and plant-based, yet still deliciously indulgent. Creamy mac 'n' cashew cheese goes beyond the traditional, coming in different variations like truffle mushroom or broccoli pesto. Meanwhile, biting into a juicy burger is also a way to get your veggies in, with options like the portobello mushroom patty, loaded with chipotle aioli, onion rings, guacamole, organic arugula and plum tomato. Hearty chili, salads and bowls also make it onto the menu, along with a cashew cheese and mushroom gravy poutine.

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2. Pizzeria Du

536 queen st. w..

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The story of Pizzeria Du is as heart-warming as its pizzas are delicious — which, seeing as the plant-based pizzas are gob-smackingly good, is very. The Queen Street restaurant comes from the same team behind Avelo, the fine-dining plant-based restaurant known for its vegan hazelnut ice cream with sea salt and gold flakes, but this time it's the humble pizza that gets a plant-based glow up.

The takeout spot, located inside the new Osteria Du, is named for Avelo's chef Dualco, who sadly passed away. The restaurant cancelled the launch of its latest outpost, and switched up the concept to become Pizza Du to showcase Dualco's signature pizza crust.

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: The Entertainment District

3. rosalinda, 133 richmond st. w..

Golden hour dining at Rosalinda is an ethereal experience. The restaurant's west-facing floor-to-ceiling windows allow golden beams of sunlight to bathe every corner of the airy, greenery-laden dining room, including the artfully presented vegan meal on your plate. It's the perfect time to savour Rosalinda's compact, Latin-inspired menu; standouts like the black bean fritters with whipped garlic aioli deliver on big spice and bright flavours, and the meaty mushroom birria tacos ooze with a finger-licking-good queso blanco.

Don't skip out on sipping a cocktail with your meal, especially if you're obsessed with mezcal (like us). The three-ounce mezcal negroni sees the classic tipple turned on its head with a spotlight-stealing cameo from the bold Mexican spirit.

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4. Planta Queen

180 queen st. w..

Previously relegated to ordering the most boring of sushi (we're looking at you, cucumber roll), vegans can finally satiate their sashimi dreams at Planta Queen. Ahi watermelon nigiri mimics the texture and flavour of raw fish, while the dragon roll is stuffed with tempura broccoli, spinach and spicy unagi sauce.

From chef David Lee, the menu of plant-based fare features all the greatest hits from Asian cuisine — there's BangBang Broccoli; wonton soup in a mushroom broth; and General D's Cauliflower. Slurp up udon noodles in a truffle-scented coconut cream, and don't you dare skip on the dumplings.

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5. Copper Branch

Multiple locations.

If a big bowl of chilli is as comforting as a hug, Copper Branch's plant-based version is the equivalent of a hug from your mum, i.e. it's warming, it's wholesome and it makes you feel better, no matter what kind of trouble you've got yourself in. Elsewhere, colourful bowls filled with sweet potato, beets and spiced chickpeas are sure to boost your mood — but for something that feels a little less, erm, healthy, tuck into the family-size mac 'n' cheeze.

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: The Annex

6. guerilla burger, 454 bloor st. w..

This kitchen inside of Eva's Original Chimney's is single-handedly crushing the stereotype that vegan burgers are all flimsy little discs of black beans and disappointment. These gargantuan burgers are stacked with craving-smashing toppings like chili, butternut squash mac n' cheeze, kimchi or jerk coleslaw. These babies aren't just hearty — they're also some of the best comfort food we've ever had, plant-based or otherwise. Just make sure you bring a napkin (or five), because things are about to get messy.

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Kensington Market

7. buddha's vegan restaurant, 666 dundas st. w..

Buddha's is practically synonymous with Toronto's vegan food scene. With more than 30 years under its belt, the humble Chinese restaurant has thrived off of cult-like success with foodies (and anyone with taste buds, really) across the city. The dining room is often teeming with ravenous guests, so takeout may be your best bet to experience Buddha's drool-worthy vegan meals. Their imitation meat offerings are vast — soya steak, veggie chicken, fake shrimp and duck are all seasoned to salty-savoury perfection in steaming soups and on towering piles of tasty noodles or fried rice.

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291 Augusta Ave.

This fine-dining plant-based restaurant follows the 'naturalism' ideology — basically, treating food like an experience, where you're aware of every ingredient you're consuming. In practical terms, that means some very well-thought-out, very delicious small plates like the smoked poblano 'Starry Night' biryani. Pro tip: don't miss out on their house-made vegan ice cream for dessert.

9. The Hogtown Vegan

382 college st..

The best vegan restaurants in Toronto | The Hogtown Vegan

Comfort food classics and pub fare, but make it vegan. We're talking crispy fried soy wings tossed in your choice of sauce; nachos piled high with barbecue soy pork, pickled hot banana peppers, nacho cheez, sunflower seed sour cream and cilantro; and fully loaded chili cheese fries. As for mains, there's a dish for everyone, with a menu stretching from tacos, burgers, wraps and sandwiches to unchicken on a Belgian waffle and beer-battered tempeh fish and chips.

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10. Saigon Lotus

6 st. andrew st..

We're willing to wager this unassuming little restaurant tucked away in Kensington cracks many Torontonians' top 10 favourite restaurants. The Vietnamese dishes on the menu are teeming with big and boisterous flavours, and they're all reasonably priced (vegan dining can be expensive, we know.)

Spicy vegan chicken banh mis fly out of the kitchen at breakneck speed, seemingly ordered by every table. What's more, we're also smitten for Saigon Lotus' serene atmosphere — we'd gladly return to keep gawking at their gorgeous ceiling mural (hand-painted by one of their employees, no less).

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11. Eat Nabati

160 baldwin st..

The best vegan restaurants in Toronto | Eat Nabati

'Nabati' is an Arabic adjective that means 'made of plants' and that's exactly what this fast-casual Kensington hub specializes in. Inspired by outdoor markets and street food culture, Eat Nabati combines Middle Eastern flavours with seasonal, local produce. Dishes are wallet-friendly (most menu items are under $10) and full of bold, healthy freshness.

They have meat-style shawarmas that are completely plant-based, but you'd never know it, and a variety of dishes like za'atar cauliflower with beet tahini that can be served over fresh pita, rice, fries or lentils. There are also four types of tahini sauces for all your dipping needs.

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12. Veggie D'Light

Veggie D'Light is, well, delightful. Under the watchful eye of Jamaican-trained chef Peter McKenzie, the restaurant puts a veggie spin on Caribbean classics. Vegan jerk roti; bowls with whole grains like quinoa, brown rice and flax; leafy veg and fresh salads feature prominently on the menu, all designed to put a spring in your step. Caribbean flavours make you think of warmer climes — all we need now is the beach and the palm trees…

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Trinity Bellwoods

13. bloomer's, 715 queen st. w..

The second location of this popular plant-based bakery focuses more on Bloomer's sweet side with vegan pastries, cakes and those delectable donuts that get hand-made every morning. Start your day off right with donut flavours like rose pistachio and cinnamon sugar or seasonal specials like pecan butter tart and banana pudding. They have daily rotating flavours so you're always in for a surprise treat.

Looking for a savoury option? Bloomer's has bagels — perfect vessels for their dairy free cream cheese spreads. If you've got a special vegan or dairy-free friend in your life, their cakes will impress anyone at the party with fun flavours like Campfire with vanilla frosting, graham cracker crumbs, chocolate ganache and marshmallows — oh and you can crown your cake with donuts, too.

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14. Fat Choi

94 ossington ave..

Family-run restaurant Soos has been an Ossington favourite since 2013 and their plant-based, permanent pop-up Fat Choi is so good that it can convert any meat-lover into a plantaholic. Inspired by Chinese Malaysian food ('fat' in Cantonese means prosperity and 'choi' means vegetable), Fat Choi literally stands for plant-based prosperity.

Their menu rotates every week, but some dishes you can expect to find are char kaway teow (popular Malaysian street food noodles); char siu bao on a Chinese steamed bun with pickled veg; and sloppy jacks with bourbon barbecue jackfruit, samba mayo and kimchi. They also have jars of their sambal chili which you're going to want to stock your kitchen cabinets with.

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15. Stefano's Sandwiches

1214 dundas st. w..

The best vegan restaurants in Toronto | Stefano's Sandwiches

Known for their delicious plant-based pasta dishes, the team behind Gia (formerly Ufficio) have transferred their affinity and apt for vegan dining into a brand-new concept: Stefano's Sandwiches. Stefano's has been operating out of the same location as Gia, but a permanent new location is in the works and slated to open this spring.

These aren't the sandwiches you remember from sad school lunches — Stefano's sammies come fully loaded on house-made ciabatta. Menu items like the vegan fried chicken sandwich (topped with vegan mayo, lettuce and pickles from White Lily Diner), and the Beyond Italian sweet sausage (with chipotle mayo, rapini chimichurri, sautéed onions and VegCheese crema) will make you forget all about their meaty counterparts.

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16. Hello 123

1122 queen st. w..

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While not entirely vegan, the plant-forward menu at Gia promises plenty for vegetarians and vegans to enjoy. Slurp up dishes like creamy Tonnarello al Tartufo with truffles and cashew butter or the Rigatoni Salsiccia with house-made vegan sausage. Then, sink your teeth into the fluffy house-made focaccia — pure heaven (and also vegan). Organic and sustainable wines are prominent on the drinks list, but be sure to start with one of their craft cocktails, like the Smoke Show with mezcal, dry curacao, green chartreuse and lemon.

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Little Italy

18. la bartola, 588 college st..

Chef Ivan Castro grew up cooking traditional recipes with his mother and grandmother in Mexico City and has combined his unique food history with the power of plants to create a truly beautiful and original College Street oasis. The restaurant, recently awarded a Bib Gourmand in Toronto's Michelin Guide, dishes up beautifully constructed and presented Mexican cuisine, like creamy moles, braised hibiscus flower tacos and refried-bean-filled tetelas. Everything that comes out of chef Castro's kitchen is a masterclass in texture, flavour and creativity. Coupled with La Bartola's passionate and knowledgeable staff, it's an unforgettable dining experience.

labartola.ca

19. Odd Burger

Multiple locations.

If you're in a fast food kinda mood, absolutely do not look at Odd Burger's website, absolutely do not read the menu and absolutely do not order the Preposterous Burger. Which, for the record, totally lives up to its name. It's huge, for one thing: a doorstop-sized house-made charred seitan patty is swaddled in crisp lettuce and light and fluffy bun. It's also preposterously delicious, the patty infused with beet juice for added oomph. The Golden Arches better watch out…

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Roncesvalles

20. the goods, 279 roncesvalles ave..

The team at The Goods believes in the healing power of whole, fresh food. Food that's delicious, food that's natural, food that's, well, good. It's the place to find prepped soups, salads and smoothies, game-changing dressings, and — since the pandemic — easy meal kits so you can eat top-quality meals at home. It's a simple ethos, and it's a good one.

thegoodsisgood.ca

The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Parkdale

21. lovebird, 1277 queen st. w..

We know what love tastes like, and it's Lovebird's vegan fried chick'n sandwich, topped with sauce, slaw and pickles. Or maybe it's their fried chick'n bao buns, three soft and fluffy steamed buns with pickled carrot and cucumber, spicy vegan mayo and sesame seeds. Or possibly even the vegan smash burger with vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions and pickles on a vegan bun. Look, it's all delicious and we love it all — and we especially love that it's made with organic, non-GMO soy, pea protein and spices.

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22. Vegan Danish Bakery

1312 queen st. w..

In our opinion, a life without pastries isn't much of a life at all, which is why we thank the food gods for the aptly named Vegan Danish Bakery, where you can get your chops around — yep, you guessed it — vegan danishes. But also vegan biscotti, peanut butter cups, cinnamon buns, cheesecake slices… Shall we tell you more or shall we just see you there?

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The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Church-Wellesley

51 st. nicholas st..

Day in and day out, Avelo is setting the bar high for vegan dining in Toronto. The Church-Wellesley spot is owned by the same team behind Pizzeria Du and Osteria Du, but this is by far their swankiest outing yet. Found in a Victorian heritage home on St. Nicholas St., Avelo offers an intimate plant-based five- or eight-course tasting menu with an emphasis on creativity.

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24. Soy Boys

471 church st..

Come for the burgers, stay for the vegan soft serve. Soy Boys on Church St. serves up craving-satisfying fast food in a flash. They also plant one tree in Madagascar for every burger purchased, so you certainly shouldn't ever feel guilty about ordering a second (or third).

soyboysburgers.ca

The best vegan restaurants in Toronto: Leslieville 

25. udupi palace, 1460 gerrard st. east.

As the demand for vegetarian dining grows, Toronto’s food scene is quickly adapting with a huge variety of meat-free and environmentally conscious restaurants .

There are intimate neighbourhood gems serving vegetarian takes on Italian classics. A Lebanese spot is a go-to destination for stellar vegetarian mezze. Vegetarian and vegan comfort food can be enjoyed in a pub right beside those who prefer meat. A traditional Mexican restaurant brings vegetarian fare to the heart of Downtown 

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The best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto – read on for a memorable dining experience

For one of toronto’s most popular italian restaurants – don’t miss gia toronto in little portugal.

 A mushroom pasta at Gia, a restaurant in Toronto

The housemade porcini agnolotti stuffed with mushrooms and parmesan are a must-try at Gia. Credit: Gia

Fingerling potatoes at Gia Toronto, one of the top Toronto vegetarian restaurants.

Fingerling potatoes served with bagna cauda are a must-have with brunch. Credit: Gia

The relaxed interior of Gia Toronto, a restaurant in Toronto

The soft and inviting dining room at Gia Toronto. Credit: Gia

Gia doubles down on restaurateur Jennifer Coburn’s theory that great Italian cuisine doesn’t require meat . Coburn’s previous spot, Ufficio , was all about pescetarian plates but Gia prioritises plant-forward fare. Expect classics such as the garlic and rosemary focaccia bread made with organic flour or more inventive plates like the plant-based brie and fried honey mushrooms. 

The hearty vegetarian meatballs comes wrapped in a panko crust and slathered with tomato sauce and mozzarella. As for mains, housemade pastas include porcini agnolotti with Romano cheese. The pretty plating matches the restaurant’s gorgeous walnut bar and stylish herringbone floors. Round out your meal with a glass from the biodynamic, sustainable, and organic wine list and finish off with a slice of vegan olive oil cake topped with buttercream and seasonal fruit. 

The intimate dining room at Gia provides a clear view of the kitchen. Watch your chef prepare traditional Italian meals as you relax in the earthy decor and warm ambiance.

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For healthy vegetarian fare – try Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar in Oakville , St. Lawrence Market , Queen West , Chinatown , Annex and Mississauga  

4 colourful juices and dishes featuring onion quinoa rings, squash tacos, and salad from Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

Colourful juices, salads, and squash tacos at Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar. Credit: Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar

A cheeseburger with crispy toppings and fries from Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, a restaurant in Toronto

Toppings complete the perfect meat-free burger at Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar. Credit: Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar

The vibrant interior of Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

The inviting dining room of Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar. Credit: Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar

A Toronto hotspot for colourful vegan food, this delightful gem has locations in Oakville , St. Lawrence Market , Queen West , Chinatown , The Annex and Mississauga . Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar was started in 1991 by founder, and cookbook author, Ruth Tal with a first location on Queen West, and a mission to prove that vegan food can be energizing and satisfying. Bringing  vegan food with a modern twist to Toronto’s food scene, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar is amongst the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto beloved by locals.

Try the hand-crafted quinoa onion rings coated in crispy breadcrumbs with your choice of dip. The dragon fries with miso chili gravy, banana chilies, scallions, and chili oil will overwhelm your senses with umami flavour. Blend taste and nutrition together with the ultra protein power shake for the sweet combination of peanut butter, raspberries, and oat milk. A wide variety of freshly squeezed juices are on offer for a tasty burst of positive energy. 

The dining area offers a nod to minimalism, while still appearing modern and sleek. Fresh plant life is used liberally to give the restaurant a clean and natural look.

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For a healthy and bold vegan menu  – visit Hello123  on Queen West 

Cauliflower and tahini accompanied by carrots, beets, and cabbage at Hello123 Toronto, a restaurant in Toronto

The cauliflower tahini comes with roasted cauliflower, veggies, and your choice of base at Hello123 on Queen West. Credit: Hello123

A superfood burrito bowl combines the flavours of Mexico at Hello123, a restaurant in Toronto

A kale salad with guacamole, black beans, and chips, topped with cashew cream and a slice of lime. (Hello123 Toronto), one of the best Toronto vegetarian restaurants.

 The Hello123 dining room with lots of light and plants, a restaurant in Toronto

The bright dining room at Hello123 with relaxing foliage. Credit: Hello123

On the corner of Queen West and Lisgar is Hello123 , a bright restaurant with a bold vegan menu. Weaving wholesome ingredients with modern food ideas, this local gem offers a healthy, generous and budget-friendly menu that is entirely vegan. 

Fill up on meat-free goodness as you sit back on the comfortable enclosed patio. Invigorate your morning with Irene’s massive breakfast that includes tofu scramble, pancakes, and salad with roasted potatoes and sourdough toast. A dish that lives up to its name and satisfies on hungry days.

The signature lasagna is 100% hand-made with semolina pasta, cradles zucchini, and portobello mushrooms in creamy cashew ricotta. A renowned staple you won’t want to miss. 

Finish off with a comforting vegan blueberry cheesecake . The dining area has an urban look fitting for downtown Toronto. Large windows flood the dining area with natural sunlight, and soft lighting enhances the mood after the sun has set. Abundant plant life reminds diners of the wholesome and natural ingredients in the food.

For vegetarian Middle Eastern fare – try Tabule in Midtown , North York , and Riverside

 Hummus topped with pomegranate, accompanied by salad at Tabule, a restaurant in Toronto

A rich and creamy hummus pairs perfectly with salad at Tabule. Credit: Tabule

Pita bread, hummus, and a Tabule parsley salad at Tabule, one of the best veg restaurants in Toronto.

Pillowy pita bread with Tabule parsley salad. Credit: Tabule

The Tabule dining room, a restaurant in Toronto

The sleek dining room at Tabule invites relaxation and conversation. Credit: Tabule

Looking for a Middle Eastern restaurant in Toronto that caters to both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike? Look no further than Tabule in Midtown , North York , and Riverside for a top-notch dining experience at one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.. Whether you like to be adventurous when you dine, or if you prefer tried-and-true classics, Tabule offers a traditional meal packed with flavour and freshness

Order the falafel vegetarian chickpea patties with split fava, parsley, garlic, and spices, served with tahini and always gluten-free. The eggplant is a popular dish and is served hot on lentils and rice with crispy onions and hummus. Quench your thirst with an orange blossom lemonade . Finish your experience with the vegan Lebanese rice pudding, a creamy sweet treat made with raisins, pistachios, and cinnamon. 

Bright and light, the dining area is accented with wood and green plants to create an intimate atmosphere, and the right vibe for a date night or a dinner with friends and family.

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For one of the best vegetarian-friendly Indian restaurants in Toronto – don’t miss Pukka in St. Clair West  

A vegan tikka masala curry at the best vegetarian restaurant in Toronto, Pukka on St. Clair.

Pukka’s vegan tikka masala is infused with spices toasted delicately in-house. Credit: Pukka

Vegetarian Pukka chaat at Pukka, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto, Canada.

The Pukka chaat hits all the right notes with string vegetables, rice crisps, and pomegranate. Credit: Pukka

Vegetarian patties from Pukka, a restaurant in Toronto

Vegetarian patties are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Credit: Pukka

If you’re in the look out for a great Indian and vegetarian-friendly restaurant in Toronto, look no further than, Pukka on the St. Clair streetcar line. Family-style plates designed for sharing are served in a laid-back casual vibe. With inspiration taken from all over India, spices are toasted in-house for the richest flavours and wines are selected to pair perfectly with Indian fare. 

For a starter, try the tandoori roasted eggplant spread . The pumpkin curry is an inspired staple, where garam masala meets roasted squash in a creamy coconut stew. Tofu fans will enjoy the vegan tikka masala with red onions and tomatoes in cashew cream. 

The dining room is decorated with colourful artwork to compliment the urban theme. Conversation is encouraged with comfortable seating and a quintessential Canadian style. Explore the culinary highlights of the St. Clair West neighbourhood at one of the best Indian restaurants in Toronto. 

For vegetarian pub comfort food – try Beertown Public House in Burlingto n , Etobicoke and Entertainment District

 An abundant variety of beer on tap at Beertown Public House, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

Beertown Public House lives up to its name with an extensive selection of beer on tap. Credit: Beertown Public House

The dining area of Beertown Public House, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

The vibrant dining area of Beertown Public House. Credit: Beertown Public House

 The door outside Beertown Public House in Burlington, a restaurant in Toronto

The inviting door of Beertown Public House in Burlington. Credit: Beertown Public House

Beertown Public House in Burlingto n , Etobicoke and the Entertainment District is a Canadian pub with a fully vegan menu to complement their standard fare. Embrace the pub experience with an order of plant-based classic nachos. Experiment with a bold pad thai . It comes with – meat-free chick’n, tofu with red peppers, sprouts, and carrots on top of rice noodles with cilantro and peanut sauce. Don’t skip the plant-based brownies with rich fudge sauce and dairy-free vanilla ice cream. 

A modern pub in a lively setting, bright natural sunlight floods the dining area during the day. Dynamic and colourful lights set the mood in the evening. Beertown combines the jovial tone of a pub with the goodness of food made from plants. An ideal place for your next group outing or a date night. 

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For one of the best vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Toronto – try Parallel Basta in Kensington Market

A soft pita at Parallel Basta, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

A freshly made soft pita at Parallel Basta in Kensington Market. Credit: Parallel Basta

A pita sandwich with falafel and vegetables from Parallel Basta, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

A falafel sandwich stuffed with vegetables and drizzled with special tahini sauce at Parallel Basta. Credit: Parallel Basta

The exterior of Parallel Basta in Kensington Market, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

The exterior of Parallel Basta in Kensington Market with its Bohemian style. Credit: Parallel Basta

This ‘Tahini Manufactory’ specializes in making sesame seed sauce, the signature of Middle Eastern cuisine. Tahini is used in most dishes, so if that’s your thing then get ready for a memorable meal and head out to Parallel Basta in Kensington Market. Healthy ingredients feature in the ‘signature sweet potato-loaded salad, topped with walnut, goat cheese, lentils, and beet tahini.. It’s not hard to see why Parallel Basta is one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto . 

A tahini feast would be complete without some deep fried eggplant -covered in walnuts, chili paste, and onions – it’s a shareable that’s sure to delight. Enjoy the creamy hummus with a pita that’s both soft and crispy. A variety of teas are offered, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. 

The dining area at the front of the store faces vibrant Kensington Market. Large windows expose a gentle colour scheme that allows the bright food and colourful products to stand out. More seats line the bar in the back, and behind that is the factory where all their in-house products are made. Everything is made from scratch for a healthy dining experience . 

For one of the best Italian restaurants with vegetarian options – don’t miss Terroni on Adelaide , Summerhill and Queen West  

3 thin crust pizzas with different toppings, from Terroni, one of the best restaurants with vegetarian options in Toronto.

A selection of thin crust pizza for vegetarians and meat lovers is served at Terroni. Credit: Terroni

Rigatoni pasta in tomato sauce at Terroni, one of the best Toronto restaurants with vegetarian options.

Terroni’s rigatoni in a light cherry tomato sauce pairs well with wine. Credit: Terroni

The spacious dining area at Terroni, one of the best veg restaurants in Toronto.

The dining area at Terroni invites guests to savour the flavours of the Mediterranean. Credit: Terroni

Serving high quality Italian food in downtown Toronto since 1992, Terroni on Adelaide , Summerhill and Queen West mixes simplicity and tradition in this famous local favourite. Italian classics like pizza and pasta appeal to both vegetarians and meat lovers. Gluten free pasta options are also available. 

Invite flavour into your life and order the spaghetti al limone, a signature dish featuring lemon and olive oil sauce for a craveable pasta with a bright twist. The lengthy pizza list is filled with classics such as the Margherita plus more innovative offerings including the Smendozzata topped with housemade spicy sausage, red onions, and gorgonzola.

Servers are knowledgeable and can help with wine and food recommendations. Finish your meal on a sweet note by ordering a ‘cornetto con gelato’, a toasted croissant topped with hazelnut ice cream, and whipped cream. The dining room blends a downtown Toronto vibe with a hint of traditional Italian flair. The ideal spot for business meetings, dates, and catching up with friends. 

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For one of the best vegetarian-friendly Lebanese restaurants in Toronto – visit Amal Restaurant on Bloor West of Bay

Hummus at Amal Toronto, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto. Credit: Amal

Hummus with tahini and lemon is delightful at Amal Toronto. Credit: Amal

A red cocktail from Amal, a restaurant in Toronto

A red cocktail with a flowery garnish at Amal in Toronto. Credit: Amal

The elegant interiors of Amal, one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto. Credit: Amal

The Amal Toronto dining room exudes elegance. Credit: Amal

For vegetarian-friendly Lebanese cuisine in Toronto’s prestigious Yorkville, try Amal Restaurant , w inner of the MICHELIN Plate award 2022. The dining room takes inspiration from the Mediterranean for an immersive Middle Eastern experience.

Brunch features shakshouka , with poached eggs in spicy tomato sauce and chives infused with the flavours of the Middle East. Savour roasted cauliflower with green tahini, spices and feta. Never skip dessert when you dine at Amal: the date cake comes with butterscotch sauce and vanilla ice cream for a treat that you might try for the first time. 

The dining room is surrounded by windows with a blue, gold and white theme. It’s as opulent as you might expect from a restaurant that has drawn the attention of the MICHELIN guide. The relaxed vibe and widely spaced tables are perfect to enjoy an intimate meal with a special someone. 

For one of the best Mexican restaurants in Toronto for vegetarian fare – visit Anejo Restaurant in King West

This Latin gem has been a beloved part of the Toronto community for years. Anejo Restaurant – Toronto (King St) offers Mexican fare with an array of meat-free options. Food is prepared with tradition in mind at one of the best Toronto restaurants with vegetarian options. 

Great service comes from helpful staff ready to help guide your selection. Order a tableside guacamole with corn chips to share with the group. The vegan tacos offer a delicacy with baked baha cauliflower, pipian verde, and salsa on a tortilla. A lemon cake can complete your meal with something sweet.

Offering the largest selection of tequila in Canada, drinkers are spoiled for choice. Happy hour runs from 3-5 pm when drinks and tacos are served. Take home margarita kits are available for purchase to continue the fun after you leave the restaurant. The dark, earthy colours of the dining room and an intricate stone wall transport you to Mexico. Soft and spacious seating allows you to savour the flavours of Mexico in a comfortable atmosphere that encourages longer stays.

  Vegetarians in Canada’s largest city will never run out of restaurants to discover. Explore the vast array of international food and local Canadian cuisine available to vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Take advantage of Toronto’s multicultural heritage with foods that celebrate the flavours of the world. From MICHELIN recognized Mediterranean fare, to hometown Canadian pubs with plant-based options, Toronto is a city that can satisfy any culinary craving. 

Head over to OpenTable and reserve your table online today. 

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Restaurants in Toronto for Vegans, Vegetarians and Curious Carnivores

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Toronto is home to a growing number of incredible vegan and vegetarian restaurants, converting curious carnivores with delicious vegan pizzas, plant-based fried chicken and barbecued fake meats – dishes that often rival the real thing. Lucky for plant-based eaters, it feels like the entire world is shifting and becoming a more friendly place for vegans and vegetarians – and Toronto is at the forefront of that change. Like many major cities in North America, you’ll find your fair share of plant-based options in just about any mainstream restaurant (which is great if you find yourself traveling with omnivore friends), but Toronto has also made a serious case for vegan-specific dining. So much so that this list mostly features vegan restaurants, with a few gluten-free and paleo spots thrown into the mix. Here are the restaurants where vegetarian plates are the star of the show, and not just a side dish. Did you know – Culture Trip now does bookable, small-group trips? Pick from authentic, immersive Epic Trips , compact and action-packed Mini Trips and sparkling, expansive Sailing Trips .

Rosalinda for chicharrón made of wild grain chips.

Raspberry margarita

Located in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District, this vibrant, feel-good vegan restaurant brings Mexico straight to downtown Toronto. Highlights on the menu include the al pastor tacos and sikil pak chicharrón; ceviche with apple and celery; and the potato flautas. Any plant-based eater will appreciate the impressive amount of delicious Mexican classics made vegan. While you’re here, don’t skip on the drink menu – Rosalinda has an impressive cocktail list. Think upgraded versions of refreshing classics like the margarita, colada and shandy.

Parka Food Co. for dishes made from locally sourced ingredients

Clean, fresh and fun food reigns supreme at this Queen Street West vegan destination. Guests can expect wholesome yet indulgent dishes that are as clean and locally sourced as they are delicious and satisfying. It’s best known for its unique take on mac and cheese and veggie burgers, with some of the stars being a truffle mushroom mac and a blackened cauliflower steak burger. Parka also offers a handful of craft beers from local brewers around Toronto, which you can savor in its bright and airy downtown dining room.

Hello 123 for veganized tapas on Queen Street

Hello 123’s offerings will leave you happy and full

What was once a family-run convenience store has been transformed into one of the coziest plant-based restaurants in the city. The tapas-and-more spot serves up classic vegan fare like smoothies and chia bowls but also offers more savory dishes such as veganized bibimbap and pulled pineapple sliders. While Hello 123 does brunch and dinner well, it really shines with its cocktail menu – a list of fun and relatively healthy creations (some popular cocktail ingredients include kombucha, grapefruit juice and aqua fava).

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The Hogtown Vegan for a pulled ‘pork’ sandwich

Get ready for all the comfort classics you loved as a kid – but made vegan. Residents have come to love The Hogtown Vegan for its unique spin on Southern classics. The no-frills joint serves up “wings,” shiitake fried clams, pulled “pork” sandwiches with shredded textured vegetable protein and house-made barbecue sauce, along with “unchicken” and waffles, and decadent mac and cheese. The Hogtown Vegan takes every preconceived notion of what veganism is and throws it into the wastebasket – this is the spot to bring your omnivorous friends who think plant-based eating is healthy and boring.

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Planta Yorkville for environmentally friendly and sustainable grub

Roasted cauliflower steak with herbs and spices.

Planta started with a simple goal in mind: to create delicious food that helped propel environmental sustainability – and delicious meals. Since then, Planta has found a happy home in cities all over North America, but Toronto is where you’ll find the flagship location. The chic, light-flooded locations across the city look nothing like what you’d expect from a vegan restaurant, and the food that follows is just as surprising. Here you’ll find artful dishes that range from poke bowls and ceviche to cauliflower tots and smoked carrot hotdogs. Make sure to try a cocktail while you’re at it, many of which are crafted using fresh-pressed juices.

Veggie D’Light for vegan spice junkies

This cozy, informal eatery in Kensington Market stole the hearts of local vegans and vegetarians largely due to its super-satisfying Caribbean rotis and curries. The choice of fillings and plates range from traditional curried chickpeas to more innovative fare like jerk seitan. Whatever you opt for, don’t forget to ask for the house-made scotch bonnet hot sauce, which takes the level of heat from mild to wild – in the very best way.

Kupfert and Kim for wheatless and meatless food done right

Kupfert and Kim uses organic produce when possible

Perhaps the best option on the list for vegan and gluten-free eaters is this “wheatless and meatless” hotspot known for its organic, locally sourced smoothies, bowls and salads. Guests can also expect a slew of environmentally conscious touches, such as compostable takeout items, discounts to those who bring their own containers and an approach that produces little to no food waste whatsoever. Don’t let that fool you though – Kupfert and Kim knows how to make healthy, environmentally conscious food taste delicious.

Ital Vital for homestyle Caribbean fare in Kensington Market

This Rastafarian restaurant in Scarborough is worth the commute outside of the city center for two big reasons: Arnold ‘Makus’ Freeman and Michael ‘Drey’ Stephens. These two Rastafarian men have been vegan since childhood and recently decided to take their love of animals to the Toronto suburbs. Here you’ll find an ever-changing menu that boasts vegan-friendly recipes such as shepherd’s pie and lasagna, but also more traditional plates like Caribbean pumpkin stew and West Indian chow mein. Dishes are budget-friendly and yield more than enough to take home for tomorrow’s lunch (or tonight’s midnight snack).

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The Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Toronto

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The best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto excite herbivores, carnivores and their indecisive, omnivorous friends. With offerings that range from comfort-food classics to upscale dishes, these spots cater to a number of occasions, a slew of price points, and every type of craving, with nary an animal product in sight.

Here are the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto.

Gia

This Dundas West haunt serves a procession of Italian-inspired classics made from a cornucopia of plant-based treasures. From impossibly rich, meatless tagliatelle bolognese to decadent porcini agnolotti, the kitchen excels at creating masterful vegetarian renditions of the classics.

Planta Queen

Planta Queen

A leader in Toronto's plant-based dining revolution, the Planta group has been gussying up vegetarian dishes for a refined audience since 2016. On Queen West, diners tuck into Asian inspired dishes — from watermelon "spicy tuna" rolls to mapo mushroom.

La Bartola

Rooted in authentic Mexican cuisine, farm-to-table dishes at this Little Italy spot are boldly flavoured, rich in colour, and infused with tradition. Few can resist the way the team turns plant-based ingredients into phenomenally complex dishes.

Rosalinda

Sophisticated cocktails and a lively wine list meet their match in vegetarian flautas, tacos, chiles rellenos, and more at this Financial District spot. An abundance of greenery adds to the breezy, bright vibe.

Avelo

Plant-based cuisine gets the respect it deserves at this chic Yonge & Wellesley spot. Through creative, seasonal five- and eight-course tasting menus, the team invites adventurous diners to discover the scope of vegetarian dining.

Fresh

With seven GTA locations, it's not hard to grab this spot's legendary quinoa onion rings, powerhouse bowls and fortifying, layered burritos. Pair each with a power shake or cold-pressed juice for ultimate results.

Hogtown Vegan on College

Hogtown Vegan on College

Plant-based ingredients transform into a parade of comfort-food faves at this cozy Little Italy restaurant. You've never had a reuben, phish n chips or Philly cheez-steak quite like these.

South Indian Dosa Mahal

South Indian Dosa Mahal

Vegan and vegetarian dishes (which also happen to be gluten-free) delight diners at this homey Roncesvalles Village restaurant. Sizeable dosa — with potato masala, tomato and coriander, herb zest butter, and more — are best eaten on the spot.

Fat Choi

A permanent pop-up inside Soos, on Ossington, Fat Choi's menu is made up of meatless takes on Malaysian and Nyonya fare. Available Wednesday to Sunday, from 5 p.m., it jumps from char siu bao and Nyonya chili wontons to profoundly fragrant tofu kapitan.

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10 Must-Try Vegan Brunch Hotspots in Toronto

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Toronto is one of the best cities for vegan restaurants, with a diverse array of plant-based restaurants in neighbourhoods across town. You can dig into everything from comfort food to healthy options, global cuisine, and so much more. 

Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, looking to eat healthier—or simply curious about a plant-based meal—here are 10 restaurants in Toronto for your next vegan brunch.

1. Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar 

Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar has been integral to the Toronto vegan restaurant scene since 1999 and serves healthy, modern plant-based goodness at six Toronto locations. 

Fresh on Front , a short walk from Union Station, has plush, roomy booths to enjoy nutrient-packed meals made from original recipes that have since been included in bestselling cookbooks by Fresh founder Ruth Tal and co-owner/head chef Jennifer Houston.

Must-try: Almond Butter French Toast with raspberry glaze and fresh berries, washed down with an Energy Elixir with refreshing mint, cucumber, kale, grapefruit and apple.  

2. The Hogtown Vegan

Did someone say vegan comfort food? Located in walkable Little Italy , weekend brunch at The Hogtown Vegan is an indulgent affair. Decorated with vintage album covers, this artsy and friendly restaurant proves classic southern comfort food is just as decadent and delicious without meat or dairy.

Must-try: unChicken (made with soy) and waffles are loaded with whipped butter, spicy syrup and a side of garlic + bacon collard greens. If you dare, add their famous Mac ‘N Cheez topped with breadcrumbs.

3. Copper Branch 

Brunch at Copper Branch is all day, so sleep in and make your way north to Thornhill anytime. This plant-based food chain serves comfort food, lighter fare and dishes loaded with superfoods. Founded in Montreal, Copper Branch is a leader in the healthy-but-fast restaurant niche.

Must-try: tempeh bacon and JUST Egg on a pumpernickel bagel with lettuce and tomato and an Einstein Fruit Power Smoothie with fresh berries.  

4. Hello 123 

Hello 123 on trendy Queen West is friendly and upbeat and the perfect place to people-watch from their patio in warmer months. Brunch is available daily until 4 p.m., so no need to wait for the weekend to gobble up delicious and nutritious sandwiches, omelettes, waffles, smoothie bowls or French toast!

Must-try: Benny Benny is served on a bun with tofu ricotta, smashed avocado, tomato, hollandaise, toasted coconut and scallions with roasted potatoes and salad. Top it off with a matcha latte.

5. Revelstoke Café  

Another all-day brunch restaurant is Revelstoke Café on Carlton Street near Cabbagetown . Their downtown location is committed to providing an open, inclusive space serving up healthy plant-based goodness. Bring your pooch to their dog-friendly patio, or get a coffee and pastry to go.

Must-try: avocado toast on sourdough comes loaded with radish, crispy chickpea, cherry tomato, micro green salad and drizzled with balsamic reduction. Psst: it’s worth adding the feta!  

6. Vegan Danish Bakery

Who doesn’t love pastries for brunch? Mouth-watering options at Vegan Danish Bakery include butter tarts, cupcakes, Danish rum balls, chocolate croissants, biscotti and cheesecake. This cozy and bright café also serves sandwiches and bagels, with locations in Parkdale and Thornhill. Enjoy a cup of joe or café mocha from their full coffee bar.

Must-try: Danish Pâté Sandwich, vegetable pâté topped with braised red cabbage, a drizzle of vegan Danish Remoulade, and fresh dill, served open-faced on sourdough, multigrain toast.

7. Kupfert & Kim 

Siblings to Hello 123, Kupfert & Kim (a wheatless, meatless, quick-service vegan chain) serves all-day brunch at several Toronto locations. Food is minimally processed, with most dishes made from scratch, including sauces, pickles, curries and patties. Midtown’s Yonge and Eglinton location has a small patio to catch some rays with your meal.

Must-try: Breakfast bowl created with guacamole, pico de gallo, sweet potato, roasted mushroom, kale, tofu scramble, black beans, sprouts and sesame.  

8. Planta 

Yorkville is always buzzing during Sunday brunch, and Planta lives up to the neighbourhood’s luxurious hype. From couches and comfy chairs to jungle-printed murals of giant leaves, the upscale decor aligns with the food. Many dishes are made for sharing, so bring your brunch bestie to feast before shopping. 

Must-try: Sake Sangria or Vietnamese iced coffee, followed by overnight grains with quinoa, oats, nuts, peanut butter and strawberries. Save room for a decadent cinnamon bun drizzled with maple syrup.

9. Rosalinda

Head to the Financial District ’s Rosalinda for an authentic Mexican cuisine Saturday brunch in a large bright space decorated with plants, inviting booths and a warm atmosphere. This upscale restaurant serves creative dishes with seasonal produce, Mexican flavours and a large assortment of well-thought-out zero-alcohol cocktails. (Closed Sundays.)

Must-try: start with a vegan Caesar mocktail followed by Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos with slow-braised jackfruit, pickled onions and radish. For dessert, devour the chocolate coconut Itziar’s Churros.  

10. Evviva 

Evviva (with multiple locations, including the Entertainment District and North York ) is usually a blur of happy diners. While not strictly vegan, it has a massive plant-based menu curated in collaboration with Executive Vegan Chef Doug McNish , so it’s top-notch. With multiple vegan omelettes and endless all-day breakfast dishes, this is a menu to tempt vegans and the vegan-curious alike.

Must-try: Vegan Crab Cake Benedict on an English muffin with sauteed spinach, hearts of palm crab cakes, sunny-side-up vegan eggs and hollandaise sauce. Toast the weekend with a Kombucha Mimosa.  

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Kensington Market ‘Taste the World’ Food Tour

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HIGHLIGHTS ✔ Introduction to a variety of multi-cultural food stores, ranging from hidden gems to hip trendsetters ✔ Samples from each location (enough for lunch) ✔ Guided tour on the history of the neighbourhood, stores and food

GROUP SIZE Minimum group size of 2 people and a maximum of 10 people to ensure quality

TIMING Daily, 11am – 1.30pm PRICING Website Special (best price guarantee)* $69 per person Free for kids under 7!

* Book on our website to access the Website Special ticket option, as well as receive our free neighbourhood e-guide.

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Tasty Tours has been hosting food tours in the historic Kensington Market for over 10 years. Like its immigrant heritage, Kensington Market is full of survivors who have braved countless changes in the neighborhood, including the most recent business-decimating pandemic. Find out what makes Kensington so special, and let’s support them together! All within one neighbourhood, we will travel:

1. Around the world, locally – we’ll sample a variety of ethnic eats in the multi-cultural enclave of Kensington Market. In between bites, feast your eyes on the mom-and-pop businesses, brightly coloured graffiti murals and gourmet food shops that lure locals and visitors alike. Come with an appetite, as you’ll have enough samples for lunch!

2. Through time – we’ll trace the history of the market from its origins as a Jewish market to hip neighbourhood to the recent coronavirus challenges and beyond, weaved through the stories of the cafes, stores, and bakeries we visit.

3. Through perspectives – we’ve got the  insider  edge, from special foods made just for our group, to secret photo spots in the market. After our day together, you will become an insider too!

(All participants will receive a complimentary neighbourhood e-guide with their ticket.)

Great experience! It was a wonderful way to explore a neighborhood that we wouldn’t have had a clue how to navigate. We learned much of the culture while sampling great international cuisine. 5-star TripAdvisor review

Frequently Asked Questions

We’d really rather surprise you, it takes too much of the fun out of the tour to tell you everything you’re eating. But if you insist, contact us . (stores subject to change at our discretion)

The tour can be made vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free. Nut-free samples are available at all locations but may contain trace amounts of nuts. Other restrictions may be accommodated on a case by case basis. Please mention any dietary restrictions in the ‘Dietary restrictions’ field when booking a tour.

It begins and ends in the heart of Kensington Market. The start and end stops are a few minutes walk from each other. You will receive the address of the starting point once you’ve signed up for the tour.

Please refer to this useful resource on  directions to Kensington Market  by car and public transit.

There are washrooms at multiple locations throughout the tour, including the start and end point. Your guide can direct you to the best option.

Kids under 7 are not given individual samples on the tour. If you would like to receive additional samples for children, you would need to book them as an adult with General Admission. If you choose not to purchase a ticket for them, you are more than welcome to share your own samples with your little ones.

We do not offer cancellations, as your spot has been reserved for you and food samples ordered ahead of time. However, emergencies do happen, and we permit rescheduling up to 24 hours before the tour due to illness. If you need to reschedule, please contact us as soon as you can!

There is only a 2 – 5 minute walk between stops with only around 1 kilometer (less than a mile) of walking total over the whole tour. The end point is a just next door to the starting location.

More about Kensington Market and the tour

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Tasty Tours was one of the first to offer food tours of the Kensington Market area, and we’ve been running tours in this neighbourhood for over 10 years now. Kensington Market and it’s neighbouring Chinatown was a natural choice for us to choose for a food tour, as it truly reflects the spirit of Toronto as one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Chinese, Mexican, Canadian…you name it, you can find it here. Kensington Market is an interesting area to visit because it has managed to retain its immigrant, working-class culture in the face of rampant gentrification. As you stroll down the streets of Kensington, you will notice that unlike most other neighbourhoods in Toronto, there is a surprising lack of large corporations in the neighbourhood.

That’s because Kensington Market residents fight to keep the big box stores out, allowing small, locally-owned businesses to continue flourishing in this area. This is why the neighbourhood has such special character and soul.

Kensington Market was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2006, and is widely considered to be one of the most photographed spots in Toronto, for good reason. Kensington Market is a colourful neighbourhood made up of small eateries, boutiques, produce shops and other local stores lining pedestrian-friendly narrow streets, with many buildings decorated with eminently photogenic graffiti. People who are new to the neighbourhood are sometimes a little confused when they first arrive, expecting a more traditional market like St Lawrence Market selling mostly fresh produce. The name Kensington Market is actually a throwback to its original roots as a Jewish market in the early 1900s, but it has since evolved over the years to become the neighbourhood that we now see, with a mix of ethnic eateries, produce shops, vintage stores and more.

Having visited all the stores in the neighbourhood over the years, we like to consider ourselves Kensington Market experts.

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In our humble opinion, Kensington Market is THE place in Toronto to get a huge variety of authentic, affordable eats within walking distance of each other, and that is why it is one of our favourite neighbourhoods in Toronto. After countless hours of research (and a lot of eating!), we’ve hand-picked a variety of different stores that we feel best represent distinctive threads in the fabric that is Toronto’s rich food culture, as well as a selection of stories about the neighbourhood, stores and food. All of the stores and samples were tested by countless locals and tourists, and we’ve tweaked the tour over time to arrive at the perfect mix of variety, amount and deliciousness for the majority of our guests.

After the tour, you’ll probably want to stick around the area. Shop at some of the vintage stores in the area, listen to some of the buskers in the area, or take selfies at the many graffiti murals in the neighbourhood. Feel free to ask your guide for more suggestions during the tour, as we would love to share more about one of our favourite spots in the city!

Whether a local or a tourist, Kensington Market is a unique and must-visit Toronto neighbourhood, and we guarantee you will eat or learn something new on this tour.

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