Paris scores 90.3/100 on our vegan city index with 163 vegan-friendly venues out of 980 analyzed. 90 are fully vegan restaurants.
90.3
City Score
163
VF Venues
251
HQ Venues
980
Total Venues
Based on analysis of 980 venues across multiple review sources.
The Vegan Scene
Paris 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, 25% 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 crepes, tart, and quiche.
City Spotlight
A decade ago, vegan Paris meant undressed salad leaves and sympathetic shrugs. The city that invented haute cuisine simply didn't do plant-based. That's ancient history now—Paris leads European capitals for vegan restaurants per capita.
The transformation came fast. The crepes are properly Breton, the tarts perfectly flaky, the quiche rich enough to fool any Parisian grandmother. VG Pâtisserie opened in 2017 and proved vegan patisserie could rival any traditional boulangerie. Afro-Caribbean spots like Jah-Jah started as food bikes in 2014 and grew into proper restaurants.
Skip the 1st arrondissement tourist traps. The Marais has the classics, but the 11th has the soul. Canal Saint-Martin for brunch, Pigalle for late nights. Bring your appetite and your best French shrug.
Crepes, tarts, quiche—French patisserie without compromise.
Neighborhoods
Marais for classics, 11th for neighborhood gems, Canal Saint-Martin for brunch. Pigalle if you're staying out late.
Ranked #5 of 158 cities worldwide on the Spinach vegan city index.
Strengths
Excellent menu labelingExcellent staff knowledgeExcellent protein variety
Paris scores 90.3/100 on our vegan city index. The city has 163 vegan-friendly venues and 251 high-quality restaurants out of 980 total venues analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in Paris?
Paris has 90 fully vegan restaurants and 72 vegetarian restaurants. In total, 163 venues score B+ or higher on the Vegan Friendliness Index, meaning they offer strong vegan options.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in Paris?
The best cuisines for vegans in Paris include Asian, French, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Italian. These cuisine types consistently offer the most and best vegan options across the city.
Where should vegans eat in Paris?
Top-rated options for vegans in Paris include Bloom Sushi, Les Tontons Veg - Paradis, Marcus Pizze Amore. 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 Paris?
Marais for classics, 11th for neighborhood gems, Canal Saint-Martin for brunch. Pigalle if you're staying out late.
