Top 5 vegetarian restaurants in Toronto
Published February 20, 2026 at 3:18 pm
Vegetarian restaurants in Toronto definitely aren’t limited to salads, brown rice and tofu, but of course you can easily get that if it’s what you want. Vegetarian and vegan food in Toronto defies both boundaries and expectations, drawing inspiration from Asia, Italy and even the American South.
Here are some of Toronto’s top vegetarian restaurants.
5 – Kupfert & Kim
The motto of this mini chain with multiple locations in Toronto is “meatless and wheatless,” making it simple to understand whether your basic dietary restrictions are covered here. They’re known for their brunch including an eggless Benny, but you can grab pretty much any meal of the day here.
The Almond Lime bowl is a good simple option with almond lime sauce, brown rice, organic ginger tofu, pickled carrots and daikon, roasted mushroom, caraway slaw, toasted almonds, cilantro, sesame, green onion and a lime wedge. Tip: get their hot sauce on the side.
Multiple locations of this restaurant have become go-to’s for anyone looking to eat plant-based. Their highly accessible menu includes options like onion rings, tacos, poutine, burgers, and dumplings. They’re also known for their plant-based brunch, as well as their juices.
Their bowls are packed with ingredients that are both good tasting and good for you, such as the protein bowl with tofu steaks, tempeh bacon, marinated black beans, toasted mixed nuts, shredded lettuce, seeds, red pepper, grape tomato, scallions, and their signature zingy beach sauce and bold lemon dressing.
3 – Fat Choi
This “permanent pop-up” inside the restaurant Soos on Ossington serves vegetarian fare inspired by Malaysian and Nyonya (Chinese/Malay) cuisine. Find wontons, noodles, roti and curry on a special menu that’s totally meat-free. Their fluffy bao is stuffed with an extra saucy “char siu” made from seitan that imitates the juicy, tender texture of real meat.
2 – Gia
Dundas West is home to this plant-based Italian restaurant. Dainty versions of pastas and other Italian classics are beautifully presented in an elegant space. Tortelli de zucca stuffs delicate pasta with squash and nutmeg filling, served swimming in butter and accented by confit garlic, bright crispy sage and crunchy toasted almonds.
1 – Hogtown Vegan
This vegan restaurant on College Street draws its inspiration from somewhat unexpected sources: the American South and comforting bar food. Expect “unchicken” n’ waffles, crispy fried soy wings, soy pork nachos, phish n’ chips, burgers and seitan chicken fried steak, all made without any animal products.
The Southern Combo comes with breaded, fried “unchicken,” mac n’ “cheez” and sauteed garlic bacon collard greens, plus a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce on the side for dipping. The “unchicken” has a nicely thin and crispy coating and a satisfying meaty texture.