If you're vegan, you may be familiar with this struggle: as long as you cook for yourself, everything is easy, but as soon as you go to a restaurant with your friends, it becomes more difficult... Because although more and more people are eating vegan, the vegan options in many restaurants are still very limited or even non-existent.

But that doesn't mean that you always have to cook yourself! Cologne has so many nice vegan restaurants to offer - together with Jule, more precisely The Vegan Simplicity, we asked around for the best vegan restaurants in Cologne. Here you can find out the hotspots for vegan delicacies. Let's go!

Colorful burgers - vegan burgers in Ehrenfeld

An absolute classic among vegan restaurants in Cologne is Bunte Burger. Here you'll find everything from classic burgers (vegan modifications, of course) to completely new creations! An insider tip from us: be sure to try the Loaded Fries. The meaning of the restaurant's name is particularly impressive: BUNT stands for organic, unconventional, sustainable and animal-free. NICE!

⏰ WHEN? Monday & Tuesday: closed (except public holidays)Wednesday - Friday: 5:30 pm to 10:00 pmSaturday & Sunday: 1:00 pm - 10:00 pmPublic holidays usually open from 1:00 pm

📍 WHERE? Hospeltstraße 1, 50825 Cologne

Virtuous Pie

Pizza Baby! Virtuous Pie has set itself the task of creating a movement that changes the way people eat. Comfort food in a sustainable way. In addition to the delicious pizzas, there is also ice cream to eat - both are always handmade! So only the best vegan food ends up on your plate!

⏰ WHEN? Sunday: day off Monday - Saturday: 11:45 am to 10:00 pm

📍 WHERE? Venloer Str. 241-245, 50823 Cologne

Well Being - Vietnamese and vegan in the city center

If you're looking for super tasty vegan Vietnamese food in Cologne, you should definitely try Well Being near Rudolfplatz. Everything here is always freshly prepared using only organic ingredients. We are fans!

⏰ WHEN?Monday: Day offTuesday - Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Sunday & public holidays: Day off

📍WHERE? Brabanter Str. 48, 50672 Cologne

Maki Maki Sushi Green - the vegan sushi heaven

With a large selection of vegan sushi specialties, Maki Maki Sushi Green already delights many Cologne locals. In addition to classic rolls, Maki Maki also offers exotic creations that are a must-try. In addition to the fresh and incredibly tasty dishes, the vegan restaurant Maki Maki also impresses with its great value for money.

⏰ WHEN?Monday: closedTuesday - Thursday: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pmFriday & Saturday: 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm Sunday: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

📍WHERE? Mauritiussteinweg 2, 50676 Cologne

Vedang

The future of fast food: Vedang! A purely plant-based meat experience - without compromise. Here you can munch on delicious burgers, wraps and fries. Vedang has amazingly similar alternatives to meat and the cheesy fries are heavenly! Do you fancy cheating and feasting? Vedang is the right address!

⏰ WHEN?Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 - 22:00 Friday - Saturday: 12:00 - 00:00

📍WO?

Brüsseler Str. 44, 50674 Cologne

Razzo - Neapolitan pizza in vegan

Boring? This is different! Fluffy crust, thin base and unusual toppings! Razzo serves delicious Neapolitan pizza - and it's all vegan, baby! In the middle of the Belgian Quarter, you can comfortably fill your belly with pizza, desserts and non-alcoholic cocktails in the small pizza bar!

⏰ WHEN?Monday: Day offTuesday - Sunday: 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm

📍WO?

Antwerpenerstraße 38, 50672 Cologne

Soulbowl Food - Vegan bowls in Nippes

Do you fancy putting together bowls with delicious toppings? Then take a look at Soulbowl Food in Nippes. As well as incredibly tasty bowls, they also serve other dishes such as soups, salads and stews. All 100% vegan, of course! Just real, vegan soul food. You can find the current weekly menus on Instagram. Just drop by and pick up your food!

⏰ WHEN? &📍WO

📍NiehlerStr. 76-78, 50733 Cologne-Nippes: Monday - Friday: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm📍BonnerStraße 333, 50968 Cologne-Bayenthal: Monday - Friday: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Udum - Asian vegan dining

You only live ONCE, BUT if you go VEGAN, ONCE is enough - according to this motto, Udum presents great vegan dishes from Asian cuisine. You can get a glimpse of all the delicacies that await you in this vegan restaurant on Instagram. YUMMY!

⏰ WHEN? Monday: Day offTuesday - Sunday: 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

📍WHERE? Am Rinkenpfuhl 55, 50676 Cologne

Well then, enjoy your meal and leave a few euros at the vegan restaurants in Cologne. They will thank you ;)

Want more tips for a vegan lifestyle? Need inspiration for your next vegan dinner or want to learn more about sustainability? Then you should check out The Vegan Simplicity blog or simply search for veganeskoeln on Instagram! It's worth it!

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