Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada

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Quebec

Brossard

··Copper Branch

8015 Boul. Du Quartier, Brossard, QC J4Y 0N5

(450) 445-2224

Vegan/eclectic. See description under Montreal, Quebec entry.

vegan options

··LOV

9180 Leduc Boulevard, Ste. 105, Brossard, QC J4Y 0L1

Vegan. See description under Monteal, QC entry.

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
beer/wine/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

locations

Laval

··Copper Branch

3035 Boulevard Le Carrefour, Food Court, Laval, QC H7T 1C8

(450) 682-1381

Vegan/eclectic. See description under Quebec City, Canada entry.

vegan options

··LOV

140 Promenade Centropolis, Laval, QC H7T 2Z6

Vegan. See description under Montreal, QC entry.

Open Monday for dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

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Montreal

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Greenfield Park, Laval, and Pierrefonds.)

··Aux Vivres

4631 St. Laurent Blvd., Montreal, QC H2T 1R2

(514) 842-3479

Vegan/organic. Aux Vivres features local and organic ingredients on their all-vegan menu. Their eclectic range of dishes includes everything from authentic ethnic cuisine to soul food. Enjoy the BLT (made with coconut bacon), Tempeh Burger, or Chili. Art fills the walls of this restaurant while remaining informal enough for children and great for large groups of people. There is also a little shop area near the entrance where you can buy products, order beverages, and pick up food for take-out. Aux Vivres is located in the Plateau area.

Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for brunch and dinner
Full service
fresh juices, smoothies, espresso/cappuccino, take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC, $$

··Bloom Sushi

368 Saint-Paul Street W., Montreal, QC H2Y 2A6

(514) 906-2005

Vegan/Japanese. Bloom Sushi is totally vegan, but spares nothing in presentation, selection, or taste! From miso soup without bonito to spring rolls with Beyond Meat, they have vegan versions of the dishes you expect from a Japanese restaurant. And of course, there's the sushi! From traditional veggie rolls to all-vegan custom futomaki, they have everything you'd want at a traditional sushi bar, but most importantly, nothing you don't.

Open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner. Closed Monday
Full service
vegan options
beer/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

··Chez Zac Pizzeria

8 Avenue Duluth E., Montreal, QC H2W 1G6

514-868-0078

Vegan/pizzeria. Enjoy a wide variety of vegan pizzas. Many unique toppings and combinations are available including pesto, artichokes, and zucchini. Pies can be made gluten-free.

Open Wednesday through Monday for dinner. Closed Tuesday
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

··Copper Branch

1251 Du Mont-Royal Ave. E, Montreal, QC H2J 1Y4

438-387-1515

600 Boul. de Maisonneuve West (Kpmg Tower), Montreal, QC H3A 3J2

(438) 385-6262

2392 Chemin Lucerne, Montreal, QC H3R 2J8

(514) 731-3144

111 Boul. Robert-Bourassa, Montreal, QC H3C 2M1

(438) 387-0872

3452 Avenue du Parc, Montreal, QC H2X 2H5

(514) 544-5664

Complexe Desjardins, 150 Saint-Catherine St. O, Montreal, QC H2X 3Y2

(514) 864-2026

Galeries D'anjou, Montreal, QC

1180 Boulevard de Maisonneuve O, Montreal, QC H3A 1N5

(514) 400-1284

Vegan/eclectic. Copper Branch describes itself as a “Vegan Powerhouse” with a menu that lives up to the title. Stop in for a hearty breakfast with the Tofu Scramble Burrito and a Dairy Free Cappuccino. Or try some of the vegan versions of other classic dishes throughout the day. Options include the Mushroom Galaxy Burger, Organic Quinoa Chili, or Vegan Poutine. Be sure to check out the smoothie and dessert menus as well. All dishes are available gluten free, but organic Kamut bread is also available.

Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Full service
vegan options
smoothies, espresso, cappuccino, take-out, catering
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$

··La Conceria

3580 Notre-Dame St. West, Montreal, QC H4C 1P4

514-938-5959

Vegan/Italian. A quick glance at La Conceria’s menu, with its offerings that include Polenta Fritta and Ravioli Pomodoro, and you might think you are simply about to eat at a typical osteria (a casual Italian eatery). A closer look, however, will have you notice the cashew ricotta on the Carote Glassate and the coconut crumble that is sprinkled over the Cavoletti di Bruxelles, and you will realize that you have happened upon the vegan Italian restaurant that now graces Montreal’s St.-Henri neighborhood. In true Italian tradition, La Conceria also offers a robust wine and cocktail menu, as well as a dessert menu that boasts a Tiramisu all’Arancia made with a coconut mascarpone.

Open Thursday through Sunday for dinner. Closed Monday through Wednesday
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine/alcohol, reservations suggested
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$

··La Panthere Verte

145 Mont-Royal Ave., E., Montreal, QC H2T 1N9

(514) 503-4800

Vegan/organic/juice bar. La Panthere Verte, or The Green Panther, is a vegan and organic café with a focus on sustainability. All-star food items are the Falafel sandwich and Choco Maca smoothie. This restaurant charges a small fee for food containers so please make sure to bring your own or account for the extra cost. The Mont-Royal location is in the Plateau area. The St-Viateur location is in the Mile End. The Mackay location is downtown in Centre-Ville.

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Counter service
take-out, delivery, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso
VISA/MC, $

·Lola Rosa Café

545 Milton St., Montreal, QC H2X 1W5

(514) 287-9337

727 Rue William, Montreal, QC H3C 1P1

(514) 875-5151

Vegetarian/international. Lola Rosa serves an all-vegetarian menu of international delights. Enjoy the eclectic décor as you dine on veggie burgers, burritos, curry, polenta, and more!

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options, take-out, delivery, catering, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$

·LOV

464 McGill St., Montreal, QC H2Y 2H2

(438) 387-1326

1231 de La Montagne St., Montreal, QC H3G 1Z1

(438) 387-1326

Vegetarian/organic. Enjoy a wide range of food including granola, Soup of the Day, burgers, salads, and main dishes such as gnocchi, rissoto, Thai tempeh, kale mac'n cheese, and more. They are located in Old Montreal.

464 McGill St.open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for brunch and dinner. 1232 de La Montagne St open daily for breakfast and lunch
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/DISC, $$

··Mimi & Jones

5149 Park Ave., Montreal, QC H2V 4G3

(438) 375-4646

Vegan/diner. Mimi & Jones is a classic diner, but 100% vegan. They have a simple but delicious menu covering items like burgers, nuggets, Caesar salad, and milkshakes. And don't forget the house-made ravioli! Unlike the traditional diner, however, they also have a full bar!

Open Wednesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday and Tuesday
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

·Petit Marché Végé

7057-1 St. Denis, Montreal, QC H2S 2S5

(514) 279-5678

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Considered a hidden gem by most, serving delicious Vietnamese food that includes Imperial rolls, Bún Hué and Pho. Most noted by vegetarians are the wonderful flavors of the seitan, tofu, and broth, highlighted with bright fresh basil or cilantro. Don’t miss a stop here!

Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $

·Pushap Restaurant and Sweet Shop

5195 Pare St., Montreal, QC H4P 1P4

(514) 737-4527

Vegetarian/Indian. Pushap is a family-run restaurant offering Indian vegetarian food, including a thali meal with rice, dahl, two side dishes, and your choice of bread. Cash only.

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, special beverages
$-$$

·Restaurant ChuChai

4088 St. Denis St., Montreal, QC H2W 2M5

(514) 843-4194

Vegetarian/Thai. The décor, music, and cuisine all contribute to Restaurant ChuChai's authentic Thai feel. A mostly vegan establishment, offerings include spicy curries with coconut milk and basil, cool vegetarian fish, and vegetarian beef, chicken, and shrimp dishes. Reservations are required,

Open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine/alcohol
VISA/MC/AMEX, $$$

·Resto Vego

1720 St. Denis St., Montreal, QC H2X 3K8

(514) 845-2627

Vegetarian/natural foods. Resto Végo is a vegetarian restaurant offering a self-serve buffet featuring over 200 choices on rotation -- usually 50 options are available at any given time. Comprised of three sections, a hot buffet, a salad buffet and a dessert buffet, the buffet is set up as a pay-by-weight system, so you can tailor the portions. Selections include tofu dishes, Asian-style seitan dishes, pasta, and vegan desserts. The location at St. Denis is on the corner of Ontario in the Latin Quarter. The location on McGill is on the corner of Ste. Catherine West in downtown Montreal.

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Buffet
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC, $-$$

··Sophie Sucree

3770 St Laurent Blvd., Montreal, QC H2W 1X6

(514) 823-5865

Vegan/bakery. Sophie Sucree is a vegan bakery that features everything from large custom-made cakes to small pastries. Stop in to try any of their seasonal items along with favorites like Chocolate Brownies or the "Not Red Velvet" Cupcakes. Sophie Sucree also features other treats and snacks from local shops. Please note there is limited seating available in the store.

Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Counter service
take-out, soymilk
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

··Tendresse

1259 Sainte-Catherine Est, Montreal, QC H2L 2H3

Vegan/eclectic. Tendresse is a higher-end vegan bistro with artfully crafted dishes. Follow them on social media to see what we mean. Entrees include General Tso Tofu, fried tofu tacos, house-made chickpea burger, and more. And don't forget the drink menu, with a selection of beers, organic wines, and custom cocktails! Reservations accepted.

Open Monday through Wednesday for dinner. Open Thursday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for lunch
Full service
vegan options
espresso, cappuccino, beer/wine/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

··Tula

5258 St. Laurent Blvd., Montreal, QC H2T 1S1

514-274-9000

Vegan. Lunch options include Curry Bento, Asian Bento, or Biryani Bento as well as soups, salads, wraps, sides, and desserts. Dinner menu items include a wide variety of curries, stir-fries, dals, rice dishes, soups, Pan-Asian options, and desserts. Weekend brunch options include an Indian style scrambled tofu, Bombay Sandwich, a Brunch Platter, and more.

Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday
Limited service
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$

··Umami Ramen

6660 Rue Clark, Montreal, QC H2S 3E7

Vegan/Japanese. At Umami Ramen you get ramen that's fresh and custom made. This is not instant ramen from your college dorm, but fresh noodles and tofu that are made in house, and everything is 100% vegan! Aside from the various ramen, small plates include vegan gyoza, tempeh "tonkatsu," fried lotus root, and more! There's also house-made kombucha, and a variety of sake and beer available.

Open daily for dinner
Limited service
vegan options
beer/alcohol, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

locations

Pierrefonds

·Pushap Restaurant and Sweet Shop

4777 Boul Des Sources, Pierrefonds, QC H8Y 3C6

(514) 683-0105

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Montreal, QC.

··Veganarie - Resto Vegane

19H Rue Du Centre Commercial, Pierrefonds, QC H8Y 2N9

514-685-6850

Vegan. Plant-based vegan Greek inspired restaurant serving your favorite Greek, American, and Canadian comfort food classics such as fries, falafel pitas, gyro pitas, veggie burgers, and more.

Open Monday through Friday for dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX, $$

locations

Pointe-Claire

··Copper Branch

301 Boul. Brunswick, Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4Y2

(514) 693-3737

Vegan/eclectic. See description under Montreal, Quebec entry.

vegan options

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Quebec

··Don Vegane

97 Rue Du Sault-Au-Matelot, Quebec, QC G1K 3X7

418-694-9994

Vegan/eclectic. Don Vegane has developed its uniqueness by offering a hip ambience and an eclectic menu with an international flair. Diners can travel the world through its menu, from the spicy Thai soup to the Spaghetti Bolognese served with a Caesar salad to the Burrito Bowl made with BBQ jackfruit and pico de gallo to the Curry Masala with butternut and cauliflower. Dessert offerings include chocolate cake and Poor Man’s Pudding, a French-Canadian specialty. The adult beverage offerings are likewise broad, including after-dinner drinks, hard liquors, and cocktails, as well as mocktails such as Le Mojito Virgin and Le Betteroyal. Brunch items include a Morning Burrito and gluten-free pancakes with fruit—and mimosas.

Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner.Open Saturday and Sunday for brunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine/alcohol, take-out, delivery
VISA/MC/AMEX, $$-$$$

locations

Ste-Therese

··Copper Branch

360 Rue Sicard, Ste-Therese, QC J7E 3X4

450-508-9800

Vegan. Copper Branch describes itself as a “Vegan Powerhouse” with a menu that lives up to the title. Stop in for a hearty breakfast with the Tofu Scramble Burrito and a Dairy Free Cappuccino. Or try some of the vegan versions of other classic dishes throughout the day. Options include the Mushroom Galaxy Burger, Organic Quinoa Chili, or Vegan Poutine. Be sure to check out the smoothie and dessert menus as well. All dishes are available gluten free, but organic Kamut bread is also available.

Open Monday through Saturday for brunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch and lunch
Full service
smoothies, espresso, cappuccino, take-out, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

locations

Ville Mont-Royal

··Copper Branch

2392 Chemin Lucerne, Ville Mont-Royal, QC H3R 2J8

(514) 731-3144

Vegan/eclectic. Copper Branch describes itself as a “Vegan Powerhouse” with a menu that lives up to the title. Stop in for a hearty breakfast with the Tofu Scramble Burrito and a Dairy Free Cappuccino. Or try some of the vegan versions of other classic dishes throughout the day. Options include the Mushroom Galaxy Burger, Organic Quinoa Chili, or Vegan Poutine. Be sure to check out the smoothie and dessert menus as well. All dishes are available gluten free, but organic Kamut bread is also available.

Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Full service
vegan options
smoothies, espresso, cappuccino, take-out, catering
VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$

locations

Ville Saint-Laurent

··Copper Branch

2310 Wilfrid-Reid St., Ville Saint-Laurent, QC H4R 1V9

514-956-9198

Vegan. Copper Branch describes itself as a “Vegan Powerhouse” with a menu that lives up to the title. Stop in for a hearty breakfast (available all day) with the Tempeh Bacon & Just Egg Sandwich or Avocado Toast and a Dairy Free Cappuccino. Or try some of the vegan versions of other classic dishes. Options include the Mushroom Galaxy Burger, Tacos Pura Vida, Chili, or Vegan Poutine. Be sure to check out the smoothie and dessert menus as well. All dishes are available gluten free, but organic Kamut bread is also available.

Open Monday through Friday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for brunch and dinner.
Full service
vegan options
smoothies, espresso, cappuccino, take-out, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

locations

Westmount

··Aux Vivres

4896 Sherbrooke St. West, Westmount, QC H3Z 1H1

(514) 543-1267

Vegan/organic. See description under Montreal, QC entry.

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Full service
vegan options
fresh juices, smoothies, espresso/cappuccino, take-out, delivery, catering
VISA/MC, $$

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