discover the tastiest vegan hotspots in Amsterdam of this moment
Veganism is becoming increasingly popular in Amsterdam and its surroundings, which is not surprising in a time when we have become much more conscious about our lifestyle choices. Are you looking to eat healthier or even considering adopting a completely vegan lifestyle? In other words, are you eliminating meat, fish, dairy (yes, including those fried eggs with melted cheese on early Sunday mornings) from your diet? Then you might be thinking that eating out is a no-go. Nothing could be further from the truth; Amsterdam is bursting with vegan hotspots, and we’ve compiled them for you. Here are the 36 best vegan hotspots in Amsterdam. What are your favourite vegan restaurants in Amsterdam? Are we missing one? Be sure to let us know on Facebook or Insta!
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37 X vegan restaurants in Amsterdam to go soon
Madre
Fancy a tasty taco night? During Taco Tuesday, you can order tacos with a cocktail for just over €20 at Madre. Everything on the menu at this lovely hotspot in the Jordaan is vegan. They have a nice bar up front where they serve great cocktails. The restaurant itself boasts an impressive interior! There’s often a DJ spinning tunes or live music. Be sure to order the guacamole, as it’s made tableside and is incredibly delicious.
Westerstraat 186, Amsterdam – Jordaan – madre.amsterdam
Mediametic
Mediamatic is more than just a restaurant where you can enjoy delicious vegan dishes. There are often fun events, workshops, and exhibitions to be found.
Dijksgracht 6, 1019 BS Amsterdam – mediamatic.net
Men impossible
If you know me a little, you know I love ramen. A tasty bowl full of comfort food! At Men Impossible, they serve their Amaze Men Ramen in various flavours. Try the black burnt garlic, clear truffle, or if you can handle some spice, go for the Red Hot Chili Pepper.
Hazenstraat 19H, Amsterdam – men-impossible.business.site
Wild & the Moon
From frozen bowls to all-day breakfast bowls, juice cleanses, and tasty burgers, Wild & The Moon offers a deliciously healthy menu. Be sure to try the Banh mi with vegan meat, fresh vegetables, and tasty satay sauce.
Van Woustraat 138, Amsterdam – wildandthemoon.nl
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Next
NEXT at the NDSM-wharf is the latest addition from the team behind PLLEK. You could see it as the bigger, slightly more mature, yet still rebellious and unclassifiable brother. They are open seven days a week from 9:30 am, so it’s also a great spot for breakfast. But perhaps it’s even more the kind of place you go to for a drink at the end of the afternoon. Then, you find yourself not wanting to leave. You linger for dinner (or even better, the chef’s menu, much of which is vegan). And even after dinner, NEXT is the place to be, as the cocktail bar is where you go for one more cocktail and to turn it into an (unplanned) party.
NDSM-Kade 2, Amsterdam – nextndsm.nl
De Veganees
At this new hotspot, they not only serve vegan food but also prioritize sustainability. You can see this reflected in the interior and the dishes, all inspired by Asian flavours.
Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 45H, 1054 HK Amsterdam – veganees.com
Morris & Bella
This restaurant in the Spaarndammerbuurt is entirely vegan, but for those dining with friends who still find this a dirty word, meat or fish can be added to the dishes.
Nova Zemblastraat 586, 1013 RP Amsterdam – morrisenbella.nl
FLOWER BURGER
The burgers at Flower Burger might just be the most colourful in the city. This new hotspot in the Nine Streets is also entirely focused on the plant-based kitchen. Who are you going to enjoy a rainbow burger with?
Hartenstraat 29H, 1016 Amsterdam – flowerburger.nl
Neni
It’s no secret that Neni serves delicious food. But perhaps you didn’t know that this is also the place to go if you want great vegan food. Or if you’re with a big group. At Neni, everyone can order what they fancy!
Stadionplein 8, 1076 CM Amsterdam – neni-amsterdam.nl
Vegan sushi bar
The vegan sushi bar now has two locations in Amsterdam. You can even enjoy vegan sushi with ‘salmon’ there!
Kinkerstraat 83H & Van Woustraat 74, Amsterdam – vegansushibar.nl
PLLEK
One of the most enjoyable spots in Amsterdam North remains Pllek. Especially since they open early every day. Great news for all the parents out there, as its spacious layout makes it a fantastic place to bring kids along. Open from breakfast until late, the restaurant always surprises you. They lead the way in sustainability, so it’s no surprise that vegans and vegetarians are well catered for here! Let’s face it… when isn’t Pllek in North a favourite at any time of day? There are plenty of vegan options on the menu, making it perfect for a mixed date with friends who haven’t seen the vegan light yet. In summer, you can enjoy the lovely terrace or sink your toes into the sand of the urban beach.
T.T. Neveritaweg 59, Amsterdam, Noord – pllek.nl
Bonboon
At Bonboon on the Eastern Islands, you can enjoy a three-course menu, with three options for each course. Such as sweet potato soup, Middle Eastern aubergine, and tiramisu for dessert. YUM!
Rozenstraat 12, Amsterdam – Bonboon.nl
MR. STACKS
Love pancakes? Good news! At this hotspot in De Pijp, you can enjoy the tastiest vegan pancakes. Pair your pancakes with Bubble Tea, a tea that was already a sensation abroad but is now available at places like Mr. Stacks too!
Govert Flinckstraat 122, Amsterdam – Mrstacks.nl
CT Coffee & Coconuts
Looking for an early breakfast spot in Amsterdam? Head to CT Coffee & Coconuts in De Pijp! They open at 7 am, offering overnight buckwheat porridge, various egg dishes, fresh juices, and pancakes! During the summer, they have a few tables on the terrace for outdoor dining. They also feature several vegan and vegetarian options on their menu. Tip: they now have a location on the Zuidas as well.
Ceintuurbaan 282, Amsterdam, De Pijp – Coffeeandcoconuts.com
Benji’s
A delightful all-day breakfast spot and brunch destination in Amsterdam. With an urban interior featuring plenty of steel, concrete, and greenery, Benji’s is also incredibly photogenic. This coffee spot serves up delicious brunch dishes, such as a yogurt bowl with banana, strawberry, and granola. Mmm! They now have locations in Oost, West, and Nieuw-West.
Meerdere locaties in Amsterdam – Benjis.amsterdam
Vegan Junk Food Bar
Vegan Junk Food Bar at the Overtoom is like the name says a junk food bar where you can only get vegan snacks. Think of vegan ‘bitterballs’, vegan hamburgers, vegan mayonaise. Nice! There are two locations, at the Overtoom and in De Pijp.
Staringplein 22, Amsterdam – veganjunkfoodbar.com
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The Meets
At any time of the day you eat the most delicious vegan dishes and sugar and gluten-free snacks at The Meets. Do not feel like cooking? There is also take away.
Cornelis Troostplein 3, Amsterdam – themeets.nl
Mana Mana
Mana Mana is a small restaurant run by Israeli where you can eat very good vegan meals. The menu is mostly vegetarian and vegan, with one meat dish. Falafel, hummus, polenta, tahini, so good. PS: It is very Instagrammable.
Eerste Jan Steenstraat 85, Amsterdam – Facebook
Meatless District
The first one in our list with vegan restaurants in Amsterdam is Meatless District. Take the summer rolls, followed by the famous MD burger with grilled eggplant, cucumber, tomato, red onion, lettuce and mayonnaise served with farmer fries while enjoying a vegan wine. Cheers!
Bilderdijkstraat 65-67, Amsterdam – meatlessdistrict.com
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Roots
You need to go to Roots for everything that’s delicious and healthy. They have a location in Old South and a small shop in the Nine Streets. Oh and btw, the vegan pasta and vegan eggsalad are so tasty!
Amstelveenseweg 164, Amsterdam – rootsamsterdam.nl
Hearth
A concept store where you can also eat a vegan meal, and that on a swing. Tell the staff that you’re vegan, not everything on the card is in fact vegan. Go for a nice soup or one of the cakes.
Albert Cuypstraat 208H, Amsterdam – hearthamsterdam.nl
Spirit
Spirit is a new organic restaurant in Amsterdam East where you can eat for hours. Yep, a buffet, but with vegan snacks. How nice is that.
Czaar Peterstraat 2A, Amsterdam – spiritrestaurants.nl/amsterdam
Vegabond
You’ll find the most delicious vegan cupcakes and sandwiches at Vegabond on the Leliegracht. The dishes are daily fresh made with no added flavor enhancers and other crap. Totally pure.
Leliegracht 16, Amsterdam – vegabond.nl
Vegabond, Amsterdam
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De Waaghals
De Waaghals is a vegan restaurant in Amsterdam where the organic menu changes every month. Dishes are vegetarian or vegan. If you don’t want to stay and eat, then take your meal home.
Frans Halsstraat 29, Amsterdam – waaghals.nl
Cottoncake
Believe it or not, in this concept store in Amsterdam you can eat the most delicious vegan sandwiches, cakes and grilled sandwiches.
Eerste van der Helststraat 76H, Amsterdam – cottoncake.nl
Koffie ende Koeck
Really into everything that is sweet? Cake, donuts, apple fritters? Then Koffie ende Koeck is your favorite place to go from now. Order a coffee and a cake, sit back and relax.
Haarlemmerweg 175, Amsterdam – koffieendekoeck.nl
Soil
The dishes at Soil aren’t just delicious, they’re also sustainable. The items on the menu are crafted with seasonal ingredients, offering healthy, tasty food to enjoy guilt-free.
Bilderdijkstraat 141h, Amsterdam – oursoil.co
Oliver Green
Craving a delicious breakfast or lunch out? At Oliver Green, there’s a variety of items on the menu. From buddha bowls to smoothies, avocado toast, and tasty juices.
Eerste Oosterparkstraat 7H, Amsterdam – Olivergreen.nl
Oliver Green
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Sla
A hotspot wo can’t be missed in our list of vegan restaurants in Amsterdam is Sla. This is the place to be. for a vegan and healthy meal.
Verschillende locaties, Amsterdam – ilovesla.com
Alchemist Garden
Vegan hotspot on the Overtoom. Delicious vegan cakes, and they often organize various events such as Jazz nights. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for this!
Overtoom 409, Amsterdam – Alchemist Garden Facebook >>
Kebabi
Vegan doner kebab? Yes please! You can get that at Kebabi on the Overtoom. But also vegan baklava, waffle fries, and the Dutch kapsalon. It has a similar vibe to the Vegan Junk Food Bar – because it’s operated by the same team!
Overtoom 428HS, Amsterdam
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Zest for Life
This raw food café in the South of Amsterdam is perfect for breakfast and lunch. They have a nice menu and they’re also great for some detoxing: you can get massage and beauty treatments here as well.
Van Baerlestraat 45HS, Amsterdam – zestforlife.nl
Yerba
Here, vegetarian dishes are prepared with fresh, seasonal vegetables. But going fully vegan is also an option, just ask the staff! Great if you’re up for an evening of fine dining.
Ruysdaelstraat 48, Amsterdam – Yerbabar.com
PLANT BASED SUSHI
Sushi enthusiasts have a new hotspot to explore. At Plant Based Sushi, you can indulge in the vegan sushi served here.
Admiraal de Ruijterweg, Amsterdam – Plant based Sushi Facebook
SOUP EN ZO
This spot has multiple locations in Amsterdam and also offers take-away options. For delicious vegan soups and salads, this is the place to be! My favorite: the spicy spinach soup with coconut. YUM!
Meerdere locaties in Amsterdam – Soupenzo.nl
Well, with this list of vegan restaurants in Amsterdam you can plan a lot of dinner dates. Have fun!
Amsterdam Bucketlist
THINGS TO DO:
⋙ Canal Cruise by day or in the evening
⋙ A bike tour through Amsterdam OR Rent a bike by yourself
⋙ The best view over Amsterdam from the A’DAM Lookout
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
FAVOURITE MUSEUMS:
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ MOCO Museum for street art
⋙ Photography museum FOAM
SEASONAL:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival (during winter months)
⋙ Cruise like a local with your own boat (great with good weather!)
ONE OF A KIND:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Red Light District tour
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
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Our favourite hotels:
AFFORDABLE // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Student Hotel: budget proof in trendy East.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with locations at
COMFORTABLE // €€
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Park Plaza Vondelpark: located next to Vondelpark and beautifully renovated.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Pillows Anna van den Vondel: great hotel close to Vondelpark.
☾ Hotel Mercier: new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city.
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ QO Amsterdam: eco design hotel with a great skybar.
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ W Amsterdam: with great restaurants and a rooftop bar with swimming pool.
Let’s get social
I really hope you enjoy your time in Amsterdam! On my Instagram account @yourlbb you can find more recommendations and new hotspots in town.
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With love,
Anne
