Vegan Places in Essen

Q: How many vegan places are in Essen?

102 vegan and vegan-friendly places in Essen, Germany on Plants Pack, including 9 fully vegan, 19 vegan stores.

Q: Are there fully vegan restaurants in Essen?

Yes - 9 fully vegan spots serve no animal products at all in Essen. The rest of the 93 places are vegan-friendly, with plant-based options on the menu.

Q: What kind of vegan food can I find in Essen?

Essen has a varied vegan scene - cuisines include indian, vietnamese, spanish, german, italian, wechselnd, plus cafes, bakeries, and stores stocking vegan products.

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Accessibility 17/25Choice 18/25Variety 14/25Quality 7/25

Ranked #28 of 224 Germany cities on the Plants Pack vegan city score.

102 vegan and vegan-friendly places in Essen, Germany (9 fully vegan).

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Bolleywood Express

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Bolleywood Express offers a vibrant culinary journey through Indian cuisine with a fully vegan menu that features aromatic curries, fragrant biryanis, and freshly baked naan. Guests can enjoy dishes like the spicy chickpea masala and the cr…

indian

VEGAN

Café Mundgerecht

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100% vegan café; HappyCow Essen top-10

Essen, Germany

VEGAN

Çiğköftem Essen

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100% vegan Turkish çiğköfte chain

Essen, Germany

VEGAN

Da Nang Vegan

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100% vegan Vietnamese; HappyCow Essen top-10

Essen, Germany

VEGAN

Habeez

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At Habeez in Essen, diners can savor an authentic array of Arab-inspired vegan dishes, from richly spiced falafel and creamy hummus to fragrant stuffed grape leaves and vibrant tabbouleh. The warm, inviting atmosphere is perfect for sharing…

arab

VEGAN

Haferkater

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Haferkater in Essen offers a creative twist on traditional breakfast dishes, specializing in innovative oat-based meals that cater to both sweet and savory palates. Guests can indulge in their signature oatmeal bowls topped with fresh fruit…

coffee shopporridge

VEGAN

Hummelbude

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The Hummelbude offers you an unforgettable taste experience. Convince yourself!

219 Frohnhauser Straße, Essen, 45144, Germany

VEGAN

Kamps

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Kamps offers a delightful range of vegan products, from freshly baked bread and pastries to plant-based snacks and groceries sourced from local producers. Shoppers can explore an impressive selection of dairy-free cheeses, cruelty-free meat…

2 Kettwiger Straße

VEGAN

Kaspar Schmauser Essen

Eat100% VeganCross-referenced

Grab-and-go vegan chain branch; bowls/wraps/curries

Essen Hauptbahnhof, Essen, Germany

MOSTLY

C TEE

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Mostly vegan restaurant in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

MOSTLY

Café LIVRES

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Café LIVRES - the French-style book café in Essen, with homemade cakes, tarts, breakfast, daily specials, quiches, salads - also organic + vegan.

cakebreakfast

2a Moltkestraße, Essen, 45128, Germany

MOSTLY

Frittenwerk

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Frittenwerk in Essen specializes in a mouthwatering array of vegan fritters and loaded fries, offering a unique twist on traditional fast food. Guests can enjoy creative toppings like vegan chili, guacamole, and a variety of house-made sauc…

friture

MOSTLY

I AM LOVE

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Bochum · Essen · Witten · Hausgemachtes Eis. Frei von Zusätzen. Herz-haftes Essen. Rein vegetarisch, vieles Vegan. Auch für Allergiker geeignet.

3 Moltkestraße

MOSTLY

Kamps

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Kamps offers a delightful range of plant-based products, from artisanal breads baked without dairy to an array of organic snacks and ethically sourced ingredients perfect for any vegan kitchen. The store also features a cozy café area where…

111 Huestraße

MOSTLY

Kross Kebab

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Kross Kebab specializes in innovative vegan kebabs that feature marinated seitan and a variety of house-made sauces served in warm flatbreads. The vibrant atmosphere invites guests to enjoy unique combinations, such as the spicy harissa or …

kebab

MOSTLY

Mensa

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Mensa in Essen offers a vibrant plant-based menu that showcases seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients transformed into creative dishes. Diners can enjoy a variety of flavorful options, from hearty vegan burgers to innovative salads, all ser…

MOSTLY

Spice Coast

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Mostly vegan restaurant in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

indian

MOSTLY

Zodiac

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Mostly vegan restaurant in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

41 Witteringstraße

200g

EatVegan-FriendlyExternal source

Vegan-friendly fast food spot in Essen, Germany.

burger

69 Holsterhauser Straße

Asia Essen

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Vegan-friendly restaurant in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

asia JoJi

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Vegan-friendly restaurant in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

asian

Backer Peter

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Vegan-friendly bakery in Essen, Germany.

68 Rüttenscheider Straße

Backer Peter

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Vegan-friendly bakery in Essen, Germany.

103 Witteringstraße

Bäcker Peter

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Vegan-friendly store in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

bonvita

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Vegan-friendly restaurant in Essen, Germany.

wechselnd

125 Münchener Straße

Cafe Busch

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Vegan-friendly cafe in Essen, Germany.

1 Holsterhauser Platz

Cafe Nord

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Vegan-friendly bar in Essen, Germany.

1 Viehofer Platz

Cigköfte M

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Vegan-friendly restaurant in Essen, Germany. Imported from OpenStreetMap; details not yet community-verified.

kebab

Copenhagen Coffee Lab

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Vegan-friendly coffee_shop & bakery cafe in Essen, Germany.

coffee shopbakery

74 Gemarkenstraße

dean&david

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Vegan-friendly fast food spot in Essen, Germany.

saladsandwich

78 Rüttenscheider Straße

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About vegan places in Essen

Essen has 102 vegan and vegan-friendly places listed, 9 of them fully vegan. Mostly 83 restaurants and cafes, 19 shops. Rüttenscheid is Essen's most plant-based-dense neighborhood. The city's post-industrial transformation has brought a growing vegan scene. Cuisines covered: indian, vietnamese, spanish and german. 1 is admin-reviewed so far; the remaining 101 come from community and OSM imports. 9 are mostly-vegan venues with a small non-vegan menu. Notable spots include Kaspar Schmauser Essen, Bolleywood Express and Café Mundgerecht. Roughly 87% have published opening hours.

Plants Pack lists 102 vegan and vegan-friendly venues across Essen, Germany. The directory lists 17 places tagged 100% vegan; we have not yet manually verified them, so treat that count as provisional. The split is 83 restaurants, cafes, and bars alongside 19 vegan stores. Vietnamese, Asian, and Indian are the leading cuisine tags across the local listings. Every listing below is free to browse, with no paid placements and no ads.

Part of Nordrhein-Westfalen (NRW) — see every vegan place across the region.

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Frequently asked about vegan Essen

How many vegan places are in Essen?

102 vegan and vegan-friendly places in Essen, Germany on Plants Pack, including 9 fully vegan, 19 vegan shops.

Are there fully vegan restaurants in Essen?

Yes - 9 spots serve no animal products at all. The remaining 93 places are vegan-friendly, with plant-based options on the menu.

What kind of vegan food can I find in Essen?

The scene covers indian, vietnamese, spanish, german, italian, wechselnd, plus cafes, bakeries, and stores stocking vegan products. Use the category filter above to narrow down.

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