Discover the best vegan food in Paris. From fully plant-based restaurants and vegan cafés to gluten-free bakeries, here are favorite spots for healthy, delicious eats across the city, including where to find a superb vegan croissant.
My first trip to Paris left me worried about finding plant-based food — Paris is famous for buttery croissants, cheese boards, and steak frites. To my surprise, Paris quickly became one of my favorite cities for vegan dining. Over repeated visits I found excellent vegan restaurants, cafés, and bakeries, many with gluten-free choices. On a recent trip I even came across a fully vegan hotel. Paris has won me over, one vegan croissant at a time.
Whether you want the best vegan croissant in Paris, plant-based restaurants, vegan cafés, or gluten-free bakeries, this guide highlights top options. Some places are fully vegan, others vegetarian or veg-friendly, but all are worth a visit.
Tip: many of the best vegan spots in Paris are north of the Seine River — it’s where you’ll find a high concentration of plant-based options.
Ready to explore the best vegan food in Paris? Let’s go.
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Land & Monkeys
- Diet: Vegan
- Location: 10 locations across Paris
- Perfect For: Breakfast, brunch, pastries, grab-and-go sandwiches, lattes
- Must-Try Items: Vegan croissant, pain au chocolat, cinnamon rolls, babka
- Gluten-Free Options: Some, but limited
If you want classic French pastries made vegan, Land & Monkeys delivers. Their menu covers croissants, pain au chocolat, brioche, babka, cinnamon rolls, sandwiches, quiches, organic breads, lattes, and desserts — all plant-based. With multiple locations across the city, it’s easy to try their flaky, buttery vegan croissant, which I found to be the best on my trip: light, flaky, and satisfyingly buttery for a true Parisian pastry experience.
Mesa de Hoy
- Diet: Vegan
- Location: 9th arrondissement (68 Rue des Martyrs)
- Perfect For: Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner
- Gluten-Free Options: Yes
- Must-Try Items: BBQ oyster mushroom tacos, roasted cauliflower with white beans & spinach cream, fresh basil mocktail
Mesa de Hoy brings Latin American-inspired plant-based cuisine to Paris, using locally sourced ingredients to create vibrant, flavorful dishes. The menu covers all day service — breakfast through dinner — and stands out for dishes like BBQ oyster mushroom tacos and roasted cauliflower with white beans and spinach cream. Located inside a hotel, it’s an inviting choice for a satisfying meal any time of day.
Le Potager de Charlotte
- Diet: Vegan
- Location: 9th & 17th arrondissements
- Perfect For: Lunch, dinner, date night
- Gluten-Free Options: Yes, they offer a gluten-free menu (possible traces)
- Must-Try Items: Sesame crusted tofu, chickpea & rice pancake, hazelnut potato mash
Le Potager de Charlotte is a top choice for elevated vegan dining in Paris. The restaurant highlights seasonal, organic produce and presents dishes with refined plating and thoughtful flavors. It’s a great pick for a memorable plant-based dinner; the sesame crusted tofu is a standout that often converts skeptics.
Wild & The Moon
- Diet: Vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free & organic
- Location: 9 locations across Paris
- Perfect For: Breakfast, smoothies, açai bowls, cold-pressed juices, pastries & grab-and-go meals
- Must-Try Items: Açai bowl, Better Than Botox juice, BLT, banana pecan cake
Wild & The Moon focuses on organic, plant-based, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free menu items. It’s a reliable spot for açai bowls, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, salads, and healthy pastries. Their açai bowls with seasonal toppings are consistently fresh, and they even offer vegan macarons and other treats that satisfy dessert cravings without compromising on quality.
Love Juice Bar
- Diet: Vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free & organic
- Location: 7th arrondissement (176 Rue de Grenelle)
- Perfect For: Breakfast, smoothies, smoothie bowls, juices & salads
- Must-Try Items: Blue magic smoothie bowl, no-bake carrot cake, avocado toast
Love Juice Bar is ideal for smoothie bowls, cold-pressed juices, and healthy breakfast or lunch options. The menu is plant-based and focuses on organic, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free items like smoothie bowls, salads, avocado toast, and no-bake desserts.
Judy
- Diet: Gluten-free & organic with vegan-friendly options
- Location: 1st & 6th arrondissements
- Perfect For: Healthy brunch, juices, salads & no-bake desserts
- Must-Try Items: Bali bowl, gâteau cru au chocolat, vegan & gluten-free brownie
Judy offers organic, gluten-free dishes with several vegan-friendly choices clearly marked on the menu. It’s a welcoming option for brunch or a light meal, with standout choices like the Bali Bowl and rich no-bake chocolate desserts that feel indulgent yet wholesome.
La Maison Rose
- Diet: Vegan-friendly options
- Location: 18th arrondissement (2 Rue de l’Abreuvoir)
- Perfect For: Romantic dinners, scenic dining & classic Paris ambiance
- Must-Try Item: Mezze La Maison Rose
La Maison Rose is a picture-perfect Montmartre restaurant with seasonal vegan-friendly options. It’s a lovely choice for a romantic meal or a scenic stop while exploring Montmartre; the menu usually includes at least one vegan starter, main, and dessert.
Copains
- Diet: Gluten-free & organic with vegan-friendly options
- Location: Several locations across Paris
- Perfect For: Gluten-free pastries, breads, sandwiches & grab-and-go treats
- Must-Try Item: Vegan pistachio croissant
Copains is a dedicated gluten-free bakery with many vegan options. The display feels boutique-like, and the selection includes gluten-free breads, tarts, croissants, donuts, and sandwiches. For those avoiding gluten as well as animal products, Copains is a rare and delightful find in Paris.
Amorino
- Diet: Vegan-friendly options
- Location: Several locations across Paris
- Perfect For: Gelato, dessert & late-night treats
- Must-Try Item: Organic chocolate & strawberry gelato
Amorino serves gelato with several dairy-free flavors like raspberry, strawberry, organic chocolate, and passion fruit. Available across the city, it’s a convenient stop for a vegan gelato, and they shape cones into a flower for a fun presentation.
Noir Coffee Shop
- Diet: Dairy-free options
- Location: Several locations across Paris
- Perfect For: Coffee, matcha & grab-and-go drinks
- Must-Try Item: Oat milk matcha latte
Noir is a popular coffee chain in Paris offering cozy lattes, matcha, and espresso drinks with dairy-free milk options. It’s a convenient stop for a vegan coffee or matcha while sightseeing.
Vegan in Paris FAQs
Yes. Paris now has a diverse vegan scene with fully plant-based restaurants, vegan cafés, and dedicated vegan bakeries. Many places also offer gluten-free and allergy-friendly options.
A large number of vegan restaurants are north of the Seine River. Choosing accommodation or a base near these neighborhoods makes it easier to access many plant-based options.
Popular vegan bakeries include Land & Monkeys for classic French pastries and Copains for gluten-free options with vegan selections. VG Pâtisserie is another notable name for vegan desserts.
Land & Monkeys is a top pick for vegan croissants. Their croissants are flaky, buttery, and capture the essence of a classic French croissant in a plant-based version.
No — the vegan scene has expanded rapidly. With some planning and this guide, you’ll find plenty of satisfying options across the city.
I also enjoyed a fantastic meal at Aujourd’hui Demain, a restaurant and grocery combining vegan dishes and shopping. Their vegan croque monsieur was exceptional, and the desserts were memorable.
There are still many places on my Paris vegan list to try, such as Le Grenier de Notre-Dame, Le Potager du Marais, VG Pâtisserie, and Cloud Cakes. I’ll update this guide as I discover more spots. What are your favorite vegan restaurants in Paris? Share your recommendations in the comments.
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