In Paris for the Olympics? Here Are Some of the Best Vegan Spots
It turns out that the City of Lights is also a city with delicious vegan fare. We’ve got the goods on where to get the crème de la crème of vegan food in Paris—croissants included—without harming animals. Pigs, chickens, ducks, cows, and other animals are exploited by the meat, egg, and dairy industries—but every animal is someone, not something, and deserves respect. Choosing to support vegan eateries in every city can make a massive difference for all animals.
Here are some of the top spots for vegan fare in Paris:
Bloom Sushi
Sushi in Paris? You better believe it! This modern spot, which has two locations on the Right Bank, offers a menu full of creative vegan sushi rolls, appetizers, and omakase. The restaurant will even be present at the Olympics Opening Ceremony.
Boneshaker Donuts & Coffee
This vegan sweets shop, which specializes in doughnuts, has a menu of rotating seasonal delights made fresh every morning. It also serves cinnamon rolls, brownies, and other baked goods.
Cloud Cakes
Sitting in a Parisian café, sipping fine coffee, and enjoying fresh croissants and jam—does it get any more French than that? No, we didn’t think so. If this sounds right up your alley, head over to Cloud Cakes. The adorable, all-vegan coffee shop is sure to satisfy your French fantasies and cravings.
Comptoir Veggie
A good coffee shop is a must, no matter where you are in the world. Luckily, Paris has Comptoir Veggie, a 100 percent vegan coffee shop and juice bar. Order a slice of the marbled matcha white chocolate loaf to go with your golden latte. Trust us—you won’t be disappointed.
Faubourg Daimant
For a fine-dining experience, head to Faubourg Daimant in the 10th arrondissement. Its menu highlights the beauty of seasonal vegetables in dishes cooked using French techniques but without any animal-derived ingredients.
Hank Restaurant
If you find yourself longing for good ol’ burgers and pizza, stop by a Hank Restaurant (Paris is home to both Hank Burger and Hank Vegan Pizza). Everything is 100 percent vegan—so go ahead and satisfy your cravings.
Jah Jah by Le Tricycle
Completely vegan and thoroughly delicious, Jah Jah by Le Tricycle is one eatery you don’t want to miss. The Rastafari-themed casual restaurant features Jamaican flavors and a 100 percent vegan menu. And if you’re looking for a great brunch spot, this is the place to be.
La Guinguette d’Angèle
La Guinguette d’Angèle, which has a menu that changes daily, is a mecca for organic, gluten-free vegan food. Although its offerings aren’t all vegan, animal-free options are clearly marked and always available.
Le Potager de Charlotte
Plant-based and gourmet—that’s what you’ll find at Le Potager de Charlotte. Everything on the menu is simple yet elegant, delicious, and oh-so-worthy of an Instagram share. The avocado “egg” starter is killer, and you won’t regret ordering the Chickpea & Rice Pancake with cashew cream:
Le Potager du Marais
You can’t go to Paris and not gorge on some delicious vegan crème brûlée. To satisfy your sweet tooth with a traditional yet plant-based French dessert, check out Le Potager du Marais. The menu, which is entirely vegan, also features soups, salads, yummy entrées—like this smoked tofu dish—fruit cocktails, coffee, tea, and more.
Season Square
Although it’s a bit far from Paris’ city center, a visit to Season Square is well worth the trip. The menu, which features all-vegan ingredients, includes soups, gourmet burgers on brioche buns, healthy bowls, and delicious desserts, as well as hot and cold coffee and tea beverages, like this delectable-looking latte:
Shangri-La Hotel
If a 100 percent vegan afternoon tea in a palace-like hotel in Paris sounds like a good time, you’ll want to check out Shangri-La Hotel. According to its website, “Five o’clock tea at Shangri-La Hotel, Paris is the most vegan, natural and gourmet afternoon tea in the capital.”
VégéBowl
If you’re looking for a cozy eatery serving delicious vegan food, look no further than VégéBowl. The Asian-inspired menu features mouthwatering dishes, such as mapo tofu, vegetable stew, and curry casserole. This grilled vegetable vermicelli salad with tofu “chicken” looks pretty tasty, too:
VG Pâtisserie
Did someone say “pain au chocolat”? That’s right—you can have your French pastries and eat them, too, thanks to VG Pâtisserie. Choose from delicious baked goods, like chocolate treats, Orange Chocolate Croissants, and the “cruffin”—a cross between a croissant and a muffin:
Wild & The Moon
This vegan café chain, which has several locations throughout Paris (as well as in Amsterdam; Doha, Qatar; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates), serves health-conscious dishes, juices, smoothies, coffee, and more.
Animals have personalities. They play, learn, and think, and they don’t deserve to be served for dinner—in Paris or anywhere else.
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