Vegan in Leipzig - The best restaurants
The new year also brings Veganuary! 😍 It's time to explore vegan cuisine in Leipzig! 🥗
Let's be honest: we both know that New Year's resolutions usually last as long as a packet of potato chips on Netflix. But how about starting 2025 differently? Welcome to Veganuary in Leipzig! In January, this global trend will lure us out of our culinary comfort zones and straight into the world of vegan food. But don't worry, this won't be a sermon about soy milk and morally correct tofu. Instead, it's all about one thing: the best vegan restaurants in Leipzig that will show you just how damn tasty plant-based food can be.
You might be thinking: "Vegan? Sounds like boring salad and dry tofu." Wrong! Leipzig's vegan restaurants will surprise you with creative dishes that are just as colorful and diverse as the city itself. Here you will find the crème de la crème of vegan cafés in Leipzig, the best spots for a plant-based diet and must-try dishes. We promise: Veganuary in Leipzig will not only show you how diverse vegan food can be - it will also make you wonder why you waited so long to try it all. So grab your best friends or go it alone and get inspired.
You can find our highlights here 👇
Deli
Do you know what it's like: You have an incredible craving for fast food, but the usual chains simply don't have any good vegan alternatives? Then Deli is the place for you! Everything here is 100% vegan. From the mayonnaise, burgers and drinks to the ice cream. Yummy!
WHEN? Tuesday - Sunday 12-22 o'clock
WHERE? Wolfgang Heinze Street 12a
RestaurantGao Vegan
Hey, have you heard of the Gao Vegan restaurant in Leipzig? It's a really cool spot for vegan Asian food. The atmosphere is totally relaxed and the food tastes delicious. The selection of vegan dishes is huge and there's something for every taste. The prices are also really fair. If you fancy some really good vegan food, you should definitely stop by!
WHEN? Monday - Sunday 11-23 h
WHERE? Zentralstraße 1
Restaurantsoul kitchen
soul kitchen has a constantly changing lunch menu with great dishes, as well as cakes and drinks - all in the beautiful west of Leipzig. Definitely worth a visit.
WHEN? Monday - Friday from 09:00-18:00
Tuesday closed, Saturday-Sunday from 10:00-18:00
WHERE? Karl-Heine-Straße 56b
RestaurantZest
Restaurant Zest offers a mega selection of completely vegan dishes, drinks and wines. The menu and drink specials change regularly and they cook close to the seasonal harvests. From November to April, there's a casual dinner menu and from May to October, summer cuisine in platillo format. Sounds like a real treat, doesn't it? Bon appétit at Zest!
WHEN? Wednesday - Monday from 5 pm
WHERE? Bornaische Straße 54
RestaurantHouse of Vegan
Have you ever tried vegan tapas? You've come to the right place at House of Vegan, where you'll find a huge selection of tapas, bowls, pasta and rice dishes and sushi.
WHEN? Monday - Sunday from 11:30-22:30
WHERE? Riemannstraße 29b
RestaurantOuai - Simply Vegan
At the Ouai restaurant in Leipzig, everything revolves around vegan nutrition, environmental awareness and sustainability. Their Asian cuisine offers plant-based alternatives to traditional dishes. The concept is based on sharing small portions, perfect for enjoying with family and friends. Try their menu and let the service convince you!
WHEN? Monday - Sunday from 12:00-22:00
WHERE? Münzgasse 18-20
RestaurantMonchi
100% vegan dishes and top-quality drinks await you at Monchi. There are also cool drinks, both alcoholic cocktails and homemade lemonades. Enjoy the finest vegan cuisine and delicious drinks in a modern, green ambience.
WHEN? Monday - Saturday 12:00-22:00
WHERE? Beethovenstrasse 10
RestaurantAn Chay
An Chay means "vegan food" in Vietnamese. There you will find a varied selection of vegan dishes. The menu includes traditional Vietnamese dishes with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.
WHEN? Monday - Sunday from 11:30-22:00
WHERE? Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 1
Caféfredo
Imagine: A place that makes summer melt in your mouth - and invites you to linger all year round. That's exactly what Fredo is. Here you'll find homemade soft ice cream. Not in the mood for sweets? No problem. The hot dogs - vegan and in four varieties - are just as legendary as the iced drinks, from iced coffee to Soli-Mate. For coffee lovers, there's a flat white or an affogato.
WHEN? Thursday - Sunday from 14-19 o'clock
WHERE? Hermann-Liebmann-Str. 90
RestaurantEYAL Kitchen
If you are looking for a place that combines mainly vegan indulgence with a pinch of Levantine joie de vivre, then eyal.kitchen in Lindenau is just the place for you. Here, food becomes an invitation to celebrate life - just as is traditional in the countries of the Levant.
WHEN? Tuesday-Saturday, 17-22 h
WHERE? Merseburgerstrasse 46
CaféBABA HANDMADE CAFÉ
In the heart of Altlindenau lies a real insider tip for anyone looking for vegan variety and a pinch of magic: the Baba Handmade Café. Here, food becomes art and sustainability becomes a matter of course. The homemade cakes, hearty snacks and oriental-Polish creations taste so good that you'll forget that everything is purely plant-based.
WHEN? Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
WHERE? Georg-Schwarz-Straße 9
VLEISCHEREI
Imagine biting into a juicy "Vöner" or a spicy "Thüüüringer" without an animal having to suffer for it. Welcome to the Vleischerei - the small, casual oasis for meat alternatives that are so good that even die-hard meat eaters shake their heads in amazement. Everything here is vegan, lovingly prepared and incredibly delicious. The portions? Large enough to keep you full and happy.
WHEN? Tuesdays-Thursdays 4pm-10pm, Friday-Sunday 12pm-10pm
WHERE? Eisenbahnstraße 128
PIZZA LAB
Welcome to Pizza Lab - the vegan pizzeria that shows just how exciting plant-based cuisine can be. Here, every pizza becomes a small work of art: crispy base, optionally made from wheat, wholemeal spelt or gluten-free, meets creative toppings such as crunchy vegetables, nutty flavors and real superfoods. The highlight? The homemade vegan cheese, so creamy that you won't miss a thing.
WHEN? Thursdays 18-22 o'clock
WHERE? Georg-Schwarz-Str. 10
Are you hungry yet? Leipzig makes it easy for you to turn Veganuary into a real experience. With an exciting selection of vegan restaurants, charming cafés and creative offerings, the city shows how uncomplicated and, above all, delicious vegan food can be.
Whether you just want to have a taste or go completely plant-based, Leipzig has something for everyone. And hey, it's not about being perfect. It's about trying new things, having fun and maybe even taking a little piece of Leipzig's green soul with you.
So what are you waiting for? Pack your crew, discover new favorite dishes and turn Veganuary in Leipzig into your very own food adventure. Your next favorite vegan spot is already waiting for you - and who knows, maybe a month will turn into a whole new lifestyle. Leipzig would be ready! 🌱
And remember: every vegan meal is good for animals and the environment 💚