Guelph is a food-lover's city with great casual dining options for plant-based and vegan diners. There's lots to enjoy, from Canadian classics to international dishes, without compromising flavour or quality.
Keep reading to learn which vegetarian restaurants made it on Guelph’s top picks list for vegan dining.
Atmosphere Cafe + Etc.
A contemporary bar with an artsy vibe, Atmosphere Cafe + Etc, has a wide selection of great food that caters to many dietary preferences. A standout vegan dish is the Sticky Rice, featuring Asian sticky rice, marinated tofu, and seasonal vegetables, finished with a mango-coconut-curry cream.
For vegan-friendly starters and salads, the Mini Poke Cups are small sushi rice cups filled with pepper, cucumber, avocado, edamame, and wasabi peas, served with soy sauce and wasabi. The Pear and Avocado Salad combines organic mixed greens, Anjou pear, slivered almonds, and avocado, dressed with a rice wine vinaigrette.
Mijidaa Café + Bistro
Mijidaa comes from the Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language and means “let's eat.” This restaurant in downtown Guelph puts a modern spin on Canadian cuisine and showcases the culinary influences that shape the region. Vegan-friendly options include the Forager Pizza, topped with kale pesto, roasted mushrooms, baby spinach, and vegan cheese upon request.
Borealis Grille & Bar
Borealis Grille & Bar highlights Canadian casual dining cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and a wide selection of great food, including vegan and vegetarian options. The Three Sisters Bowl is a great place, featuring roasted butternut squash, charred corn, spiced black beans, hemp seed pesto, honey cider gastrique, toasted walnut crumble, and wild rice pilaf.
Bardo Guelph
Bardo Guelph serves American dishes and pizza, with vegetarian options that can be customized to be vegan. The Very Veggie Pizza is a tasty choice with squash puree, roasted squash, mushrooms, red onion, fried kale, and green tahini. The Market Crudité platter, served with herbed tahini dip, is another tasty option.
The Wooly Pub
The Wooly Pub is a favourite spot for locals. This cozy neighbourhood restaurant in downtown Guelph offers a wide variety of menu options for plant-based diners. Try the Veggie Burger, but hold the cheese and aioli; the Quesadilla with tofu instead of cheese and sour cream; or the katsu curry, which the chef can also make vegan upon request.
Diwa Classic Indian Cuisine
This restaurant specializes in authentic Indian food with various plant-based dishes. Popular vegan dishes at this location include the Vegan Samosa Chaat and Chole Bhature, ensuring a delicious experience for those with dietary preferences.
The Lucky Belly
The Lucky Belly is a popular restaurant in Guelph that combines American and European flavours with fresh, high-quality ingredients. A great vegan option is the V-Power Healthy Box, which includes freshly chopped, house-pickled vegetables over brown rice, salad greens, or quinoa.
Exploring Guelph’s Vegan-friendly Lifestyle
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