Vegan Food in Lyon

France · Ranked #117 of 158 cities

Mid-range · Refined. Excellent menu labeling.

Lyon scores 48.1/100 on our vegan city index with 23 vegan-friendly venues out of 167 analyzed. 19 are fully vegan restaurants.

48.1
City Score
23
VF Venues
39
HQ Venues
167
Total Venues

Based on analysis of 167 venues across multiple review sources.

The Vegan Scene

Lyon offers a mellow vegan scene with some tucked-away quiet gems for when you need a slower pace. Service is overwhelmingly warm here—staff genuinely care about the food and their guests. While comfort food dominates, 26% of the scene offers refined, chef-driven experiences for special occasions. 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 brioche, turnover, and gyosa.

Ranked #117 of 158 cities worldwide on the Spinach vegan city index.

Strengths

Excellent menu labelingExcellent staff knowledgeExcellent protein variety

Best Dishes in Lyon

Best Vegan pizza
5 venues ranked
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Best Vegan cake
5 venues ranked
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Top Vegan-Friendly Venues

Güstavo Gemüse Vebab
Vegan Kebab, Housemade Sauces
Middle Eastern · Fast Food · Organic
★ 5.0
A
Bloom Sushi
Japanese Sushi, Botanical
Japanese · Fusion · Asian
★ 5.0
A
Carré Jardin
Chinese Fusion
Chinese · Fusion · Asian
★ 5.0
C
Indian Corner
South Indian
Indian · South Indian · Asian
★ 5.0
A
Like An Elephant
French Vegan, Cheese Platter
French
★ 5.0
A
Les Mauvaises Herbes
Vegetarian, Organic
Vegetarian · Organic · Gluten-Free
★ 5.0
B
La Luciole
Sandwich Shop, Many Vegan Options
European · Organic
★ 4.8
B
PNY
Burger, Vegan Burger
American · Fast Food · Burger
★ 4.8
C
Kiji Donuts
Hot Dogs, Donuts
Vegan · Bakery · Fast Food
★ 4.9
A
Nishiki Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Gyoza
Japanese
★ 4.8
C
Andy's Kitchen
Bagels, Vegan Bowls
International · French · Western · Fast Food · Juice Bar
★ 4.9
C
AME Café
Cafe, Sandwiches
Asian · Fusion · Vegan · Fast Food · European · Indian · Taiwanese
★ 5.0
A
Les Belles Âmes Pâtisserie
Pâtisserie, Brunch
French · Bakery · European
★ 4.8
A
Zoï Kitchen - La Boutique
Bakery, French Pastries
French · Bakery
★ 4.8
A
Wassaï
Cafe, African Flavors
African · Vegan
★ 4.8
A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyon good for vegans?
Lyon scores 48.1/100 on our vegan city index. The city has 23 vegan-friendly venues and 39 high-quality restaurants out of 167 total venues analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in Lyon?
Lyon has 19 fully vegan restaurants and 17 vegetarian restaurants. In total, 23 venues score B+ or higher on the Vegan Friendliness Index, meaning they offer strong vegan options.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in Lyon?
Lyon offers a variety of cuisines with vegan options across different restaurant types.
Where should vegans eat in Lyon?
Top-rated options for vegans in Lyon include Güstavo Gemüse Vebab, Bloom Sushi, Carré Jardin. 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 Lyon?
Lyon has vegan-friendly options spread across multiple neighborhoods. The venues ranked above represent the best picks regardless of location.
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