Exploring Valencia: Top Vegan Restaurants You Must Try

Valencia is one of my favourite cities in the whole world. It’s got everything going on, a lively city centre, a stunning beach, thriving nature, enough bars and restaurants to last a lifetime and a friendly chilled-out vibe. Why am I not there right now?!?

And it’s pretty good for vegans too. Which is why you’re here.

So, stick around if you’re in search of some tasty vegan grub because I’m going to share all my favourite spots in Valencia. Including a totally vegan tapas place! That’s right, you can live like a local!

With each visit I take to this city the vegan scene keeps getting a little better, so I’ll be sure to keep this post updated with my latest finds.

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Location of La Tavernaire on Google Maps

Pull up a stool here on a Friday night and you could be in any traditional taverna in Valencia.

Yes! La Tavernaire is a fully vegan tapas bar! And it’s in one of the coolest parts of the city, Ruzafa.

I absolutely love this place because you don’t feel like a special vegan, eating special food in a special restaurant. You feel like you’re just a regular person enjoying tapas on a Friday night in Valencia.

Inside it’s pretty snug and personal so it’s especially nice on a cooler Valencian evening. But this means on the busier nights squeezing in can be quite the embrace!

Now we’re talking about Valencia, so cool evenings aren’t exactly what this city is known for. So you can enjoy superb tapas while feeling Ruzafa’s warm air on the high tables outside.

They’ve got loads on offer including paella, croquettes, fajita wraps and the best patatas bravas in Valencia. And don’t forget everything they serve is vegan-friendly.

The prices are good and they have a stocked bar, what’s not to love?

Find La Tavernaire on Google Maps.

Find Miss Sushi’s Location on Google Maps

You’ve guessed it, Miss Sushi sells sushi!

This is absolutely the place to go if you want vegan sushi while visiting Valencia. I tried sushi in a few other places in the city and nothing compared.

You’ll find a bunch of these restaurants around Spain and three in Valencia. Miss Sushi’s prices are good and even though the decor is a bit out there, hot pink and silver, it’s still a relaxed and quite casual place.

There are loads of vegan options on the menu and they offer so much more than just the usual avocado and cucumber rolls. I’m pretty sure I’ve tried every vegan option on the menu.

You can also try the combo plate, this gives you a selection and is perfect for lunch. And if you’re going with someone that doesn’t like sushi, no sweat, there are other things like noodles, poké bowls and Japanese potatoes – YUM!

Find your closest Miss Sushi on Google Maps.

If you’re looking for some other types of Asian food in Valencia check out Best Vegan Asian food in Valencia, Spain.

Find Jardin Urbano’s Location on Google Maps

Jardin Urbano is my favourite place to go when I’m looking for a slow relaxing lunch. It’s a fully vegan restaurant in a beautiful sunny spot in Ruzafa.

It has vegan-friendly options for pretty much anything you’re looking for, breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, coffee or drinks. 

Take a look at Jardin Urbano’s menu. They also offer great value set menus for breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Oh, and I’d better not forget the amazing selection of tapas. Such as vegan patatas bravas, guacamole with veggies and nachos and Spanish tortillas.

So, if you’re looking for an amazing selection head to Jardin Urbano for one of the best fully vegan restaurants in the city. You can sit out on their front terrace to enjoy the rays or find a table inside to get a bit of shade.

Find Jardin Urbano on Google Maps.

Find La Tastaolletes on Google Maps

I have a love-hate relationship with this place, I love, love, love their food, but I hate their inconstant opening hours. You don’t want to miss this place but do check in with them first to make sure they are open.

La Tastaolletes has made it to my list because of the pure quality of their dishes! The food is beyond fabulous! It’s a vegetarian restaurant on the outskirts of El Carme, the old town of Valencia. You can sit inside if the weather is too much but sitting outside on the tree-lined street is a beautiful way to enjoy your lunch.

I’ve probably eaten here about 10 times and tried a lot from the menu. The stars of the show are the Vietnamese summer rolls and the Beyond burger. Now, I feel the need to say, the Vietnamese summer rolls don’t actually taste like any Vietnamese summer rolls I’ve tried before but nonetheless, they are fresh, delicious and I can’t get enough.

And the burger, well, it’s as good as any burger I’ve ever eaten. I almost ordered a second one!

These are just two things from their menu but there are so many great vegan options to enjoy. It’s a must-try spot to get vegan food in Valencia.

Find La Tastaolletes on Google Maps

Find Lo de Ponxe En El Kinto Pino on Google Maps.

Well, this place is therapeutic! Lo de Ponxe En El Kinto Pino is a cosy little macrobiotic restaurant in Valencia.

Every bite of the food makes you feel like you’re doing your body a favour! So, if you’re conscious about what you put into your body or you’ve had a heavy weekend and need to do some repair work this is the place for you.

They offer a set menu with a few different options to choose from. To be honest, I never really know what I’ve ordered so it’s a surprise when it lands on my table. But it’s always been rich, wholesome and full of flavour.

As the menu is macrobiotic it’s quite heavy on beans, vegetables and healthy grains, which can be boring if not done with love. This food is far from boring, so they must be pouring bucketloads of love in. Oh, and the portions are always generous and the price is more than fair.

This is a unique spot in Valencia. I haven’t come across anywhere like it for healthy vegan food in Valencia.

Find Lo de Ponxe En El Kinto Pino on Google Maps.

Find Khambu’s location on Google Maps.

Vegan junk food at its best! Now and again we all crave something a little comforting and this is my go-to place!

You’ll find it in the charming old town of El Carmen and it offers a huge range of junk food favourites. Whatever you’re looking for, vegan burgers, hotdogs or nachos, fries or nuggets, you’ll find it all at Khambu.

You never have to wait long and you can order your meal to takeaway or sit in. They’ve got a clean and modern restaurant to relax in. 

Another positive is that it’s not only a favourite with vegans but omnis too. Love for all!

Find Khambu on Google Maps.

Find Restaurante Copenhagen’s location on Google Maps.

If you’re looking for a restaurant with a little more class and style, Valencia has that too. In the heart of Ruzafa, you’ll find yet another gem.

Restaurante Copenhagen is a vegetarian restaurant that lets vegans enjoy something a little more on the fancy side.

Now, don’t get me wrong, nobody is sweeping the crumbs from the table as you chew, thankfully! But there’s a style to the restaurant, the menu, the presentation of the food and a slightly higher price tag. Only slightly higher though, the food is really good value for a somewhat fancy place.

Their menu offers a huge selection of vegan tapas, salads, and mains such as Beyond burgers, noodles, tacos and curry. And you can find some amazing vegan desserts on their menu too.

Find Restaurante Copenhagen on Google Maps.

Find Mongkut’s location on Google Maps.

No list of mine is complete without a mention of Thai food, and with food this good, it’s easy to add it to the list. 

Thai Mongkut is one of my favourite spots in the city and if you’re looking for vegan Thai food in Valencia nowhere comes even close!

As soon as you walk in, the traditional yet modern decor is sure to take you to a faraway place but if there’s any chance it doesn’t, your first bite absolutely will. 

They serve one of my favourite Thai dishes, Kao Soi, a spicy soup from Northern Thailand. If you’re a fan of Thai food and have never tasted this then prepare for something special. It’s a rich and spicy soup with rice noodles in it and crunchy noodles on top. 

They also have all the regular favourites like curries and pad thai.

Their menu has allergy symbols next to each dish so you know exactly what’s vegan-friendly. But if you’ve any questions I’m certain one of the friendly staff members will help. Check out Thai Mongkut’s menu.

Find Mongkut on Google Maps.

They are my 8 favourite spots but I’ve tried vegan-friendly food in many other places in Valencia. So, if you get through the above list, here are a few more great options:

I used to live around the corner from Cafe Madrigal so it’s a place I know well. It offers a mix of vegan dishes, from Spanish classics to international favourites like curries and lentil burgers. They even offer a great value Menú del día. It’s the perfect spot for a cosy drink and a homemade meal.

Find Cafe Madrigal on Google Maps

If you find yourself in Benimaclet and you’re in the mood for vegan fast food, The Began has you covered. This junk food spot serves up some of the sauciest burgers, fries, hotdogs and kababs you’ll ever find. Personally, I prefer Khambu in El Carmen but if you’re out that way give The Began a try.

Find The Began on Google Maps

MESTIZA is a vibrant all-vegan restaurant in Cabanyal. I can’t believe this is the only Cabanyal restaurant on the list because I love this area of the city. If you don’t know it, check it out it’s the beach neighbourhood and it’s got plenty going on.

MESTIZA offer a fusion of international flavors. Their tapas-style dishes are perfect for sharing, and the menu changes regularly to keep things fresh and exciting. They even serve fab Thai dishes, which I love, of course!

Find MESIZA on Google Maps

Located in the charming Barrio del Carmen, Restaurante Oslo combines elegant dining with a creative vegetarian menu, featuring many vegan-friendly options. Enjoy avant-garde cuisine in a beautiful two-story building with a full bar serving local craft beers. It’s an ideal spot for a special night out.

Find Restaurante Oslo on Google Maps

Hopefully, you’ll have enough time to enjoy some, if not all of these wonderful spots in one of the most wonderful cities in the world.

If you haven’t decided on a hotel yet, I stayed at The Senator Parque Central Hotel one time when I visited Valencia and I loved it, it’s in a great location just on the edge of Ruzafa.

If you want to know the best places for breakfast check out this post – Where to Find the Best Vegan Breakfast in Ruzafa 

Or maybe you’re looking to visit another sunny Spanish spot – take a look at this post – Vegan Food in Ibiza Town – Is Ibiza Good for Vegans?

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Meet Sinead O’Carroll: Vegan explorer, sustainability advocate and the founder of The Wondering Wandering Vegan. Embracing veganism since 2018 and vegetarianism since 2005, Sinead is armed with a Vegan Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle qualification, and is on a mission to share her passion for cruelty-free living. 

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