I took advantage of being back in my old neck of the wood to check out all the vegan food near me and see what was happening on the vegan and vegetarian food scene in Montreal. I was super excited to see that most of my old fave vegan restaurants in Montreal were still alive and well, and even more excited to discover that there were quite a few newcomers, making Montreal one of the most vegan-friendly cities I’ve lived in – not far behind my beloved Berlin and upping the vegan restaurants Montreal count to competitive level. Being vegan in Montreal seems to be the hip thing to do right now and I am really not complaining! So without further ado, here is what I think are the best vegan Montreal offerings at the moment! And if you’re after vegetarian restaurants Montreal has you covered too.

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The best of Vegan Montreal!

If you’re wondering what to do in Montreal, the answer is: eat. Antidote is an excellent hipster vegan restaurant Montreal can be proud of. Everything here is spot-on: great visual identity, a bright and airy interior with trendy industrial touches, a bunch of cool people both working there and kicking around at all times and, most obviously, excellent food. Quebec comfort food such as cretons, omelettes, bacon, grilled cheese and hot dogs are a few examples of the short but extremely well-thought-out menu. Grab a smoothie and a soy latte and you’re all set at one of the best vegan restaurants Montreal has for you.

Mains from around $10 – $13

3459 Ontario Est, H1W 1R4

Sunday – Wednesday: 9am – 9pm

Thursday – Saturday: 9am – 10pm

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LOV is so painfully, beautifully hipstery-fantastic, I almost wanted to hate it. But I loved it. Not only is the interior straight out of an Instagram junky’s wet dream, but the food is also absolutely incredible, if on the pricey end of things. But you do get what you pay for: this is laid-back vegan-friendly fine dining at its best. LOV stands for Local, Organic and Vegetarian, and although I was somewhat confused by the menu, I’m pretty sure that the vast majority of it is vegan. The wine menu is also excellent, and the place is always full of cool people. Classy-boho-kimchi-hipster, in all the best ways possible! A great vegan brunch Montreal spot too. One of the best vegetarian restaurants Montreal currently has.

Mains from around $14-$18

Saturday – 10AM–11PM

Sunday – 10AM–10PM

Monday – 11:30AM–10PM

Tuesday – 11:30AM–10PM

Wednesday – 11:30AM–10PM

Thursday – 11:30AM–11PM

Friday – 11:30AM–11PM

1232 rue de la Montagne, H3G 1Z1

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464 McGill St, H2Y 2H2

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A staple on the Montreal vegan food scene in my times, Aux Vivres is still going strong, and has even expanded its dining room and opened a take away counter next door. In fact, it is more popular than ever – with great reasons. The food is incredible and will satisfy vegans and carnivores alike with offers such as bowls (the dragon bowl is a classic favourite!), sandwiches and salads and the famous weekend brunch. There is also a selection of desserts to boot. One of the longer-standing Montreal vegan restaurants, worth a visit!

Mains from around $12 – $14

4631 Boul St-Laurent, H2T 1R2

Saturday – 10AM–11PM

Sunday – 10AM–11PM

Monday – 11AM–11PM

Tuesday – 11AM–11PM

Wednesday – 11AM–11PM

Thursday – 11AM–11PM

Friday – 11AM–11PM

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My favorite neighborhood restaurant from when I lived in Montreal, Green Panther has since opened two new outlets and is thriving more than ever. Here you’ll find fully vegan and organic soups, salads and daily specials, as well as delicious cookies and healthful green juices and smoothies in a laid back environment. The falafels are what got me hooked, but the daily salad mixes are also excellent. Especially if you top them with a side of falafel 😉

Mains from around $10 – $12

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Montreal born and bred Copper Branch prides itself of being the first 100% vegan food chain in the province. With a few outlets scattered across the city and a choice of sandwiches, burgers, bowls, chilli and soups that all make me a little sad I no longer call Montreal home, Copper Branch is the perfect little spot for a healthy bite. The warm yet industrial interior with raw wood counters and copper light fixings lends itself to lingering and people watching (I enjoyed the Ste-Catherine location perpendicular from Square Cabot a lot). Many gluten-free and fully organic options available.

Mains from around $9 – $11

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A fully vegan butcher and cheese shop in the heart of Marché Jean-Talon is quite potentially what will make me move back to Montreal one day. Not only is Jean-Talon Market one of the loveliest places in the city to mosey around and marvel at beautiful food, but you can also now get your fix on vegan sausage, burgers, and cheese. You can also eat some of the scrumptious food available at the counter, such as vegan breakfast Montreal burritos, tofu scramble, hotdogs, and burgers. This is really super cool and yummy, and I can’t wait to go back!

Mains from around $7 – $9

191 Place du Marché-du-Nord, H2S 1A2

Saturday – 10AM–6PM

Sunday – 10AM–6PM

Monday – 11AM–6PM

Tuesday – 11AM–6PM

Wednesday – 11AM–6PM

Thursday – 11AM–6PM

Friday – 11AM–6PM

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Another one that’s expanded and outgrown its location twice (and gone fully vegan!) since I was there, Sushi Momo offers an explosive contemporary twist on sushi and flavours coming from different cuisines (the Mumbai futomaki is the bomb). The menu is huge and intriguing and I cannot wait to go back to sample some more. Out with the boring avocado and cucumber rolls, that’s for sure. Best vegan restaurants in Montreal in the sushi category no doubt.

Mains from around $7 – $10

3609 rue Saint Denis, H2W 1G6

Saturday – 3–10:30PM

Sunday – 3–10PM

Monday- Closed

Tuesday – Closed

Wednesday – 3–10PM

Thursday – 3–10PM

Friday – 3–10:30PM

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If you’re going to be self-catering for your vegan food Montreal needs (or if you just like a good look around an amazing all-vegan grocery store), Herbivores is the place to find all those hard-to-find vegan cheeses and fine vegan products! As the owner says in the video, the prime shelf space at Herbivores is given to local entrepreneurs, and as such you’ll find amazing local products, such as camemberts and blue cheese (there’s a lot more, I’m just really obsessed with vegan cheese..) Herbivores also has a bistro with delicious food. Just watch the video, you’ll be sold!

3842 St Denis, H2W 2M2

Saturday – 12–9PM

Sunday – 12–9PM

Monday – 12–9PM

Tuesday – 12–9PM

Wednesday – 12–9PM

Thursday – 12–9PM

Friday – 12–9PM

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A lovely fresh menu that excels most in the breakfast department with things such as chickpea omelets, buckwheat pancakes, acai bowls, home-made granola, and a whole assortment of smoothies and juices. There’s coconut milk for the coffees which is always a plus in my book and a good selection of vegan sweets. Bowls and burgers are the main staples outside of breakfast. I heart they have a great vegan ice cream selection too!

Mains from around $7 – $8

5718 Park Ave, H2V 4H1

Saturday – 9AM–9PM

Sunday – 9AM–9PM

Monday – 9AM–8PM

Tuesday – 9AM–8PM

Wednesday – 9AM–8PM

Thursday – 9AM–8PM

Friday – 9AM-9PM

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A pioneer on the vegan food scene in Montreal, ChuChai has been opened since 1997 and serves Thai food done with a selection of soy and seitan-based mock meat as well as many vegetable-only dishes. I’m generally not much for mock meat, but some dishes here are really nice! Nice ambiance and great service also. Try the larb, green curry and green papaya salads – all my thai favorites, done right!

Mains from around $14 – $15

4088 Rue Saint-Denis, Montréal, QC H2W 2M5

Saturday – 11AM–2PM, 5–11PM

Sunday – Closed

Monday – Closed

Tuesday – 11AM–2PM, 5–10PM

Wednesday – 11AM–2PM, 5–10PM

Thursday – 11AM–2PM, 5–10PM

Friday – 11AM–2PM, 5–11PM

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More vegan Montreal chow options:

Invitation V… for a very fancy dinner

Sophie Sucrée… for ALL of the vegan cakes

Doggy Café… because dog café. That is all!

Nabati Bistro… for gluten free vegan cake, because there’s never enough vegan cake!

Café Tuyo… For nice gluten-free baked goods and lovely breakfast in the Plateau! Ah, all the vegan cafés Montreal has right now!

Vegan Rapide Montreal… For vegan poutine!

Lola Rosa… For great nachos