Zurich
Zurich has vegetarian dining for quick lunches, relaxed brunches and unhurried dinners, from fully vegan Vietnamese pho on Quellenstrasse to flexible buffet plates near Falkenstrasse. Europaallee adds bowls and brunch favourites, while Limmatplatz brings Japanese sharing dishes.
Before setting out, check current opening hours, whether the kitchen is operating normally and whether booking ahead is sensible for a busy visit.
The selection gives weight to clearly described vegetarian or vegan menus, useful location details, distinct dining formats and practical availability information. It also considers whether a venue suits a specific occasion, such as breakfast, take-away, group dining or a planned evening meal. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.
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#1
Phở Na Vegi is a cosy vegetarian restaurant on Quellenstrasse 49 serving completely vegan food with Vietnamese-inspired flavours. Pho, noodles, vegetables, mushrooms and greens form a colourful, satisfying menu that suits both a healthy lunch and an unhurried dinner.
The warm, cared-for atmosphere makes it especially appealing for relaxed meals with friends, while weekend opening broadens the choice beyond weekday dining.
#2
tibits Bistro offers a fully vegetarian buffet at Falkenstrasse 12, with a wide selection of cold starters, hot dishes, daily soup, bread, pastries and desserts. The self-service format makes it easy to build a quick lunch, relaxed brunch or varied dinner plate, with the final price based on weight.
It is a convenient choice when a group wants plenty of choice without waiting for individually prepared courses.
#3
Vegetarian and vegan bistro
LOI is a vegetarian and vegan bistro at Limmatstrasse 268/270 in Zurich, with a format suited to a focused lunch, take-away meal or private event. Its offer is centred on plant-based dishes, and reservations are available for planned visits.
The bistro is currently marked for a summer break, so its opening status is the key practical detail for anyone planning a meal there.
#4
Roots at Maschinenstrasse 8 focuses on plant-based food made with fresh, real ingredients and a straightforward approach. Its relaxed atmosphere, spacious layout and daytime schedule make it a natural fit for breakfast, brunch or an easy lunch.
The avocado toast adds a distinctive touch with peanut butter and mango sauce, while the menu remains suitable for diners looking for balanced vegetarian choices in Zurich.
#5
Momos, noodles, curry and vegetarian dishes
Tibetasia is a compact Tibetan kitchen on Quellenstrasse, centred on generous buffet-style dining and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The selection includes momos, noodles, curry and vegetarian dishes, giving groups plenty of choice without turning the meal into a formal affair.
A complimentary drink is included with the buffet, making it a practical pick for an easy lunch or relaxed dinner in Zurich’s 8005 district.
#6
Berta 15 Pizzeria offers an easygoing Italian meal at Bertastrasse 15, with pizza and pasta at the center of the menu. Thin, crisp crusts and well-seasoned sauces make it a good fit for casual dining, while gluten-free pizza provides a useful option for guests avoiding wheat.
Open daily from morning until evening, it works equally well for an early meal, takeaway-style plans or a relaxed neighborhood dinner.
#7
Okonomiyaki-focused pop-up
At Mattengasse 13, yume ramen’s Limmatplatz location presents an okonomiyaki-focused pop-up with creative combinations such as Harakiri and Kimchi. Starters and desserts round out the experience, but the savoury Japanese pancakes are the main attraction.
The concept is suited to curious diners seeking something beyond standard vegetarian fare; booking ahead is wise, especially during busy evening services.
#8
Vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices
kookoo brings authentic Persian cooking to Theaterstrasse 12, with fragrant stews, varied rice dishes and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices. Meals can include Shirazi salad and cucumber yoghurt, echoing the way Persian food is traditionally served.
Its central setting and daytime opening make it a practical choice for a balanced lunch or an early dinner when you want something more distinctive than standard city-centre fare.
#9
Calm central setting
Roots on Lintheschergasse 15 focuses on plant-based food made with fresh, real and sustainable ingredients. Its calm central setting suits an unhurried breakfast or light daytime meal, with combinations such as avocado and mango on toast offering a fresh, modern feel.
Friendly service, clean surroundings and a clear vegan focus make it a strong choice for travellers seeking nourishing food close to Zurich’s city centre.
#10
A menu broad enough for mixed groups
An Chay presents meatless Vietnamese cuisine on Zypressenstrasse, with a menu broad enough for mixed groups: tofu sticks, papaya salad, udon noodles, pho and coconut ice cream all have a place. Fresh flavours, friendly attention and a calm dinner atmosphere make it a strong fit for family meals or a relaxed plant-based outing.
Reserve ahead, particularly for popular evening times.
#11
Simply Soup Hallwyl is a focused lunchtime address on Hallwylstrasse 24, serving fresh soups with a health-conscious feel. Coconut milk and chicken soup is a comforting choice for colder or rainy days, and the menu can be explained clearly when needed.
The business also offers catering and delivery, extending its practical appeal beyond the small restaurant setting. It is especially suited to a quick, nourishing midday meal.
#12
Roots at Am Schanzengraben 19 is a vegan restaurant built around plant-based food, fresh ingredients and sustainable cooking. Its waterside setting makes it appealing for a relaxed breakfast, brunch or daytime meal, with seating nearby for extending the visit outdoors.
The menu includes satisfying dishes such as daal bowls and savoury waffles, while reservations and take-away options add flexibility for different occasions.
#13
The Artisan combines a restaurant, kitchen and urban garden at Nordbrücke 4, above Zurich’s Wipkingen station area. It works for brunch, dinner or a longer social gathering, with a menu spanning food and drinks plus a garden rotisserie concept.
The venue also accommodates events, groups, catering, meetings and workshops, making it more versatile than a standard neighbourhood meal stop.
#14
Klara’s kitchen is an all-vegan café on Universitätstrasse 17, offering affordable weekday lunches from 11 am to 3 pm. The menu covers soups, sandwiches, smoothies, juices, superfoods and sweets, including cakes made without refined sugar.
It is a practical stop for a quick midday meal or a lighter sweet treat, with enough variety to suit both regulars and newcomers to vegan food.
#15
Restaurant, cafe and jungle-inspired setting
BEETNUT combines a restaurant, cafe and jungle-inspired setting at Lagerstrasse 16b. Its broad menu works especially well for brunch, with generous portions, varied choices and a welcoming atmosphere for groups of friends.
Banana bread and banana toast are standout sweet options, while the restaurant’s plant-based identity makes it a natural fit for contemporary, vegetable-led dining. Morning opening throughout the week and a Sunday brunch window add flexibility.
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Use the map to compare the concentration of options around Quellenstrasse, Limmatstrasse and Mattengasse with venues farther south near Bertastrasse and Europaallee. It can help you choose somewhere close to work, transport or an evening plan, then estimate the walk between nearby restaurants if you are deciding at short notice.
Phở Na Vegi on Quellenstrasse is described as completely vegan, with Vietnamese-inspired pho, noodles, mushrooms, vegetables and greens. It is a useful choice when you want a plant-based meal rather than a menu with only a few vegetarian dishes.
tibits Bistro offers a flexible vegetarian buffet with sweet and savoury choices, while Roots focuses on plant-based breakfast, brunch and lunch. Basic is another practical option, with pancakes, avocado toast, shakshuka and grain-based bowls.
Basic is located at Europaallee and serves bowls with grains, vegetables and eggs, alongside several brunch favourites. The first-floor location can be easy to miss, so allow a moment to find the entrance before your planned meal.
tibits Bistro provides a broad self-service buffet, and Tibetasia offers momos, noodles, curry and vegetarian dishes in a casual buffet setting. These formats make it easier for a group to choose different portions and flavours.
Berta 15 Pizzeria lists gluten-free pizza alongside its regular pizza and pasta menu. If cross-contamination matters, ask the restaurant how the gluten-free base is prepared and which toppings can be used before ordering.
Booking is sensible for a planned visit, particularly for the okonomiyaki pop-up at yume ramen Limmatplatz, where advance reservations are encouraged. Always check the venue’s current opening hours and reservation arrangements before travelling.