Amsterdam scores 83.7/100 on our vegan city index with 114 vegan-friendly venues out of 739 analyzed. 63 are fully vegan restaurants.
83.7
City Score
114
VF Venues
146
HQ Venues
739
Total Venues
Based on analysis of 739 venues across multiple review sources.
The Vegan Scene
The vegan scene in Amsterdam runs at a comfortable, unhurried pace—great for casual dining any day of the week. Service is overwhelmingly warm here—staff genuinely care about the food and their guests. Comfort food reigns supreme—think hearty portions, familiar flavors, and soul-satisfying dishes. Prices land comfortably in the mid-range—quality dining without the sticker shock. The scene honors tradition—classic recipes done right, with respect for culinary heritage. Seek out the bitterballen, pancakes, and falafel pita.
City Spotlight
Amsterdam's tolerance extends to the plate. A city built on trade has always absorbed global influences—Indonesian rijsttafel, Surinamese roti, Middle Eastern mezze—and the vegan versions often outshine the originals.
The canal district looks pretty but eats boring. Push out to De Pijp for the Albert Cuyp market, to Noord for post-industrial cool, to Oost for Surinamese and Turkish home cooking that happens to be plant-based.
Skip the tourist cafés in the center. Even traditional spots are adapting—vegan bitterballen have become standard across the city. Rent a bike—you'll need it to eat this widely.
Indonesian rijsttafel, Surinamese roti, Middle Eastern mezze—the vegan versions often outshine the originals.
Neighborhoods
De Pijp for markets, Oost for diversity, Noord for hip. Jordaan for cozy canal-side dining.
Ranked #10 of 158 cities worldwide on the Spinach vegan city index.
Strengths
Excellent menu labelingExcellent staff knowledgeExcellent protein variety
Amsterdam scores 83.7/100 on our vegan city index. The city has 114 vegan-friendly venues and 146 high-quality restaurants out of 739 total venues analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has 63 fully vegan restaurants and 39 vegetarian restaurants. In total, 114 venues score B+ or higher on the Vegan Friendliness Index, meaning they offer strong vegan options.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in Amsterdam?
The best cuisines for vegans in Amsterdam include Asian, Italian, American, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean. These cuisine types consistently offer the most and best vegan options across the city.
Where should vegans eat in Amsterdam?
Top-rated options for vegans in Amsterdam include Kitchen Impossible Amsterdam, Larry's, De Sering. These venues rank highest on our Vegan Friendliness Index based on menu coverage, quality, and community reviews.
What are the best neighborhoods for vegan food in Amsterdam?
De Pijp for markets, Oost for diversity, Noord for hip. Jordaan for cozy canal-side dining.
