Restaurants have learned to adapt their menus to suit the needs of customers as more people opt for a meatless lifestyle. Some restaurants have taken their vegetarian dishes up a notch, redefining the stereotype of bland vegetable dishes. These are the best restaurants in the world.
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Tian
The philosophy of Tian , a proud Michelin star holder from Vienna, is reflected in the dishes. The menu is not only vegetarian but also uses seasonal ingredients from local suppliers. Menus are available in six, eight, or ten courses, and can be paired with the wine of your choice, chosen by our in-house Sommelier who won the award for Sommelier of the Year in 2016.
L’Arpege
This restaurant, which has been around for 30 years, is more than just a place to eat. It’s an Paris tradition. Alain Passard, a renowned chef who has been awarded three Michelin stars in the last 20 years, continues to innovate at the L’Arpege. Since 2001, vegetables have been the main focus of the restaurant’s menu. A year later, a vegetable farm was built to provide the restaurant with fresh ingredients.
Lucky Leak
Lucky Leek, in Berlin, is one of only a few vegan restaurants to be included in the Michelin Guide. Josita hartanto, the head chef of Lucky Leek in Berlin, has created a menu that is colourful and full of health. There are many options to choose from, including a la carte menus. However, on Fridays and Saturdays only set menus will be available.
Blossom
You’d never guess that the dishes at Blossom Restaurant were vegan. New York’s Blossom Restaurant proves that healthy and conscious cuisine doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavour. The menu features vegan versions of popular dishes. Look out for the “in bloom” section on the menu. It features creations using seasonal vegetables.
Yellow
The concept behind Yellow was to create vegetarian meals that were affordable and creative, but also appealing to Australian meat eaters. The atmosphere is casual with a modern twist. It’s all about praising the simple pleasures that vegetarian food can bring. To create the perfect meal, dishes are paired up with a wine list that features natural and organic choices.
Atago Daigo
The Restaurant at the foot Mount Atago is situated in a Japanese Garden. The menu is a fast-emerging type of vegetarian food, Shojin Ryori. The food is simple and meat-free. It was the traditional eating style of Japanese Buddhist Monks. These dishes are simple but they also represent Japanese Cuisine‘s more sophisticated side. This restaurant also holds two Michelin stars.
Na Aroon
The Restaurant, located in a boutique-hotel that was once an old Bangkok Villa passed down through the family to the current owners, is a restaurant with a Thai cuisine. This cozy nook offers healthy and delicious vegetarian food. The best vegetarian dishes are made with local ingredients. A few western dishes are also included to mix things up. The restaurant is open 24 hours a day with a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Greens
Since 1981, this vegetarian restaurant in San Francisco has become an institution for healthy and organic food. Annie Somerville, the executive chef at , works with local cheese makers, organic farmers and growers to ensure the highest quality ingredients are used in the restaurant. The view of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marina and other landmarks will make for an unforgettable evening.
Haus Hiltl
Haus Hiltl in Zurich is the oldest vegetarian restaurant on the planet. It has been in business since the turn of the 20th century. The restaurant now has several locations and offers courses to aspiring chefs. The restaurant’s principle is to not harm living creatures. This includes not wearing fur when dining there. Dress code that is moralistic and peculiar.
Suruchi
Indian cuisine has a wide variety of vegetarian dishes. Suruchi is one of New Delhi’s best vegetarian options. The menu features a wide range of Indian dishes. The thali tasting plates are a popular choice, as they offer unlimited portions for a fixed cost. This is a dangerous but delicious treat.
Sanchon
The food at Sanchon comes from Buddhist temples and is all vegan. A monk owns the Seoul and serves customers every day in monastic clothing. The food is small, but plentiful and varied. Prepare yourself for a variety of courses.
Original Sin
It can be difficult to enjoy Mediterranean food when you are a vegetarian. Original Sin solves the problem and offers an alternative Italian/Mediterranean menu stepping aside from meat products and bringing only vegetables and soy replacements into the dishes. Original Sin offers a wide variety of healthy dishes and is proud to serve as the only Mediterranean vegetarian restaurant located in Singapore.
The Avocado Show
Want avocados on everything? The Avocado show has no problem with putting avocado on every dish. It may not be Amsterdam’s finest dining experience, yet there are many things to admire. Avocados are carved and decorated into Instagram-worthy food. There are no reservations available, so come early to see the show.
