Best vegan-friendly restaurants to visit in Calgary
While Calgary is definitely a meat-centric city, there are quite a few plant-based restaurant gems that are well worth paying a visit to.
Whether you’ve set a New Year’s resolution to eat more veggies, or your diet is predominantly plant-based, there’s a whole world of deliciousness to explore.
Here are some of our favourite vegan-friendly restaurants in Calgary.
Padmanadi
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Not only does Padmanadi offer vegan takes on dishes from Indonesia, China, Thailand and beyond, but it also doesn’t use onion or garlic for flavour, just spices and tried-and-true recipes.
Whether you prefer veggie-forward dishes or plant-based meat alternatives, its extensive menu has something for everyone.
Address: 8835 Macleod Tr. SW #110, Calgary
Nan’s Noodle House
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Nan’s Noodle House offers pan-Asian flavours, all made using plant-based ingredients. From ramen to pho and banh mi to bao, Nan’s is a one-stop shop for delicious dishes, made with love and packed with veggie goodness.
Address: 3103b Edmonton Tr., Calgary
Address: Fresh & Local Market & Kitchens – 12445 Lake Fraser Dr. SE, Calgary
Address: Kitchen Hub – 1508 8th St. SW, Unit 105, Calgary
Canela Vegan Bakery & Cafe
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For snacks, baked goods and sweet treats galore, Canela is the place to be. The spot offers an enormous selection of vegan goods, including pastries, cakes, cookies, and savoury treats, all made without any animal products or by-products.
Address: 1319 9th Ave. SE, Calgary
Address: 208 4th St. NE, Calgary
Vegan Street
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Offering lunch and dinner, as well as weekend brunch, Vegan Street is the perfect spot to experiment with vegan dining if you’re unfamiliar. They even have Taco Tuesday and Wing Wednesday deals every week.
Address: 1413 9th Ave. SE, Calgary
Hearts Choices Cafe Market
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Hearts Choices has an extensive plant-based menu, including Thai-inspired favourites, sandwiches, burgers, and even its own Vegan-friendly take on a classic mac and cheese.
Address: 4127 6th St. NE, Calgary
Address: Calgary Farmers’ Market South – 510 77th Ave. SE, Calgary
Address: Calgary Farmers Market West – 25 Greenbriar Dr. NW, Calgary
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SaVeg Cafe
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If you’re in the Beltline, SaVeg Cafe is open for breakfast and lunch times, with offerings including scrambled tofu, vegan bulgogi and vegan poke bowls.
Address:Â 637 11th Ave. SW, Calgary
The CoupÂ
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While not everything on the menu at The Coup is strictly vegan, the restaurant offers plenty of flavourful vegan-friendly dishes from its 17th Avenue location. Diners can enjoy everything from plant-based sushi to hot pot and shawarma wraps.
Address: 924 17th Ave. SW, Calgary
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