If you’re vegan or vegetarian in Dubai, eating out often means tucking into a selection of side dishes – vegetarian tapas, if you will – as your friends feast away. Well, struggle no more! Next time you have a group night out, book a table at one of these restaurants or cafes, which are guaranteed to appeal to your meat-free sensibilities… 

1. Super Natural Kitchen

This vegan, raw, plant based and gluten-free restaurant at The Dubai Mall is the perfect place for a foodie who wants creative and delicious vegan meals. It also offers classes where you can learn how to make your own Kombucha or Raw Cheesecake. 

Veggie dish to try: Vegetable curry with cauliflower rice 
Vegan dish to try: Raw zucchini lasagne 

2. Wild & The Moon 

This cafe in Al Quoz offers exciting, new vegan, gluten-free and raw dishes. They have made a name for themselves for their super healthy juices and now their acai bowls are making a mark. 

Vegan dish to try: Matcha bowl 

Green #AcaiBowl for breakfast

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3. XVA Café

A hidden gem in the Al Fahidi Neighbourhood, XVA Cafe is the quaint cafe you need to check out. Serving Middle-Eastern inspired vegetarian dishes.

Veggie dish to try:  Eggplant mutabel 

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4. 77 Veggie Boutique 

Looking for a vegetarian low-cal and carb meal plan? 77 Veggie Boutique has got you covered, this little cafe in JLT serves plant-based, healthy dishes (the menu changes daily). It’s great if you’re looking for a different take on classic items. 

Veggie dish to try: Balti good fat potatoes with aubergines
Vegan dish to try: Velvet pine nut cake 

5. Saravana Bhavan 

A famous South-Indian restaurant that is pocket friendly. With various locations across Dubai, it’s the go-to spot for anyone looking for authenticly Indian vegetarian dishes. 

Veggie dish to try: Masala dosa 

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6. Tidjoori 

A bio-organic, vegan restaurant in Dubai Marina, it uses organically sourced ingredients to create hearty heart food that you will love. Best part is it’s menu has all the ingredients used which is super helpful if you have dietary restrictions. 

Veggie dish to try: Bonanza steak 
Vegan dish to try: Vegan lasagne 

7. Soulfull

Casual dine-in restaurant at DIFC with a variety of choices for healthy eaters or vegetarians.

Veggie dish to try:  Pumpkin falafel

 

8. Wise Kwai 

A Thai street food restaurant in Barsha – despite not being a vegetarian restaurant, it has great options for vegetarians or vegans. 

Veggie dish to try: Thai green pappaya salad 

 

9. Quattro Ristorante 

Looking for vegetarian Mexican and Italian food? Quattro in Bur Dubai is the answer to your search! It has all your favourites veggie style. 

Veggie dish to try: Mexican tortilla and red bean soup

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10. Omnia Gourmet 

An Ottoman-themed restaurant in Jumeirah brings exciting new vegetarian options to the scene, from their organic quinoa to one of the best raw cheesecakes in Dubai. 

Veggie dish to try: Roasted organic beetroot salad 
Vegan dish to try: Chocolate and peanut butter Sheikha 

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11. Comptoir 102 

A favourite among healthy food lovers, this cafe and boutique in Jumierah has vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free and raw food. With something for everyone, you can’t miss their amazing breakfast options such as the chia seed pudding or a delectable avocado crostini. 

Veggie dish to try: Buckwheat pancakes 
Vegan dish to try: Comptoir 102 all green salad  

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12. Life’n One 

Located in Jumeirah, this cafe has it all,from delicious vegan food to fitness classes and workshops. Best part is its dog-friendly! Try their organic food from their vegan platters to raw vegan desserts ( must have raw vegan ice cream). 

Veggie dish to try: Pink pitaya powl 

 

13. The Raw Place 

Juicery and cafe in Umm Suqeim has the most extensive line of superfoods and organic juices in Dubai. Everything is completely raw from their cheesecake to salads. You can also go on a detox with their three cleanses. 

Vegan dish to try: Avo-quo nowl 

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14. Carluccio’s 

Plant-based diets can be hard, but with Carluccio’s vegan menu you can still enjoy authentic Italian food! Naturally, not everything on their menu is vegan or purely vegetarian, but there is a lot of choice. 

Veggie dish to try:  Pumpkin Panzerotti 

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15. Freedom Pizza  

Who doesn’t love pizza? With Freedom Pizza you can get gluten-free bases, vegan cheese and vegan sausage. Get delicious vegan pizza delivered to all of your movie nights.

Veggie dish to try: Plant eater pizza 
Vegan dish to try: Vegan salted caramel cheesecake

 

16. Sophie’s 

An innovative gastro-cafe in Palm Jumeirah, serving wholesome, organic food. Try their famous zucchini brownie or wheatgrass shots. 

Veggie dish to try: Mega omega smoothie 

 

17. Le Pain Qoutiden 

The perfect spot for lunch at malls around the UAE, with their delectable vegan and vegetarian options. 

Veggie dish to try: Red orange chia seed porridge 

 

18. Govinda’s 

An innovative approach to indian food can be found at Govinda’s. With two locations in Dubai (Karama and Umm Suqeim), you have to try their quinoa biryani. Whats even more exciting is that they have oil-free options, you no longer need to miss your favourite foods while eating healthy. 

Veggie dish to try: Quinoa biryani 

 

19. Fruteiro Do Brasil 

Serving hand-made fruit sorbets and smoothies, you need to visit this juice bar at JBR for a dose of healthy. 

Veggie dish to try: Pineapple-yoghurt coconut bowl 

 

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