Vegan food in Cologne: the best restaurants, cafés and street food spots

Welcome to Cologne's vegan scene

Living vegan in Cologne? No problem! The cathedral city is a true paradise for anyone who wants to indulge in animal-free and sustainable dining. From hip cafés to cosy breakfast spots, authentic street food and hearty fast-food classics – Cologne offers a huge selection of vegan treats. Whether you're a committed vegan, just making the switch, or simply fancy delicious food without animal products: You're guaranteed to find your new favourite spot here.

Top 5 vegan restaurants in Cologne

1. Well Being

A classic among Cologne's vegan restaurants. This purely vegan Asian restaurant scores with Vietnamese cuisine, aromatic soups and fresh ingredients.

• Roonstraße 54, 50674 Köln
• Opening hours: Mon–Sun 12–9:30pm
• Main courses: approx. £8–12
• Recommendation: Pho Chay or crispy wontons

2. Sattgrün

The buffet restaurant offers daily changing dishes – all vegan, fresh and really tasty. Perfect for the indecisive!

• Cäcilienstraße 1, 50667 Köln
• Mon–Sat 12–8pm, Sun closed
• Price by plate size: (S: £8, M: £10, L: £12)
• Tip: Combine various salads, curries and quiches

3. Bunte Burger

For all burger lovers: Everything here is organic, sustainable and 100% vegan – including homemade patties and regional ingredients.

• Hospeltstraße 1, 50825 Köln
• Mon–Sun 12–10pm
• Burgers from £9
• Secret tip: Truffle burger & sweet potato chips

4. Mezzomar Vegan

The vegan sister restaurant of Italian Mezzomar delights with Mediterranean cuisine – completely without animal products.

• Hohenstaufenring 58, 50674 Köln
• Daily 11:30am–11pm
• Main courses: £10–15
• Particularly popular: Vegan pasta & antipasti platter

5. The Great Berry

A place for healthy bowls, smoothies and breakfast. Everything plant-based, stylish and Instagram-worthy.

• Luxemburger Str. 37, 50674 Köln
• Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat–Sun 9am–5pm
• Breakfast bowls approx. £8–11
• Try the "Green Goddess Bowl"

Vegan cafés and bakeries – Sweet & savoury temptations

Café Rotkehlchen

Small, lovingly furnished café with focus on sustainability. Perfect for a cosy vegan start to the day.

• Kurfürstenstraße 2, 50678 Köln
• Daily from 9am
• Breakfast from £5, cake from £3
• Tip: Vegan chocolate banana cake & porridge

Bäckerei Mauel

Traditional bakery with vegan selection: spelt wholemeal rolls, seeded bread & even vegan apple turnovers.

• Several branches in Cologne
• Open from approx. 6:30am
• Rolls from £0.45
• Sustainable and regional

Café Hibiskus

Cult among Cologne vegan fans – with homemade cakes, waffles and cupcakes. All purely plant-based!

• Ritterstraße 52, 50668 Köln
• Wed–Sun 12–6pm
• Cake from £3, coffee from £2
• Especially: vegan cream cakes & doughnuts

Vegan on the go – The best takeaways & street food stalls

Momos Köln

Delicious, handmade vegan dumplings with various fillings – inspired by Nepalese cuisine.

• Ehrenfeldgürtel 111, 50823 Köln
• Mon–Sat 12–9pm
• 10 pieces for approx. £8
• Try the combo plate with dips!

Vegan kebab at "Veggie 2 Go"

A must for kebab fans – completely meat-free, but with full flavour thanks to seitan and homemade sauces.

• Aachener Str. 33, 50674 Köln
• Mon–Sun 11am–10pm
• Kebab from £6
• Extras: vegan feta or garlic sauce

Bunte Burger Street Food

Besides the restaurant, the street food van is also on the move in Cologne – ideal for festivals or events.

• Various locations
• Info on Instagram or website
• Burger + chips approx. £11

Fancy junk food – Vegan & still hearty

Vegan pizza Cologne: At "Otto Pizza"

The small pizza shop in Südstadt offers several vegan options – with cheese alternatives and fresh vegetables.

• Alteburger Str. 40, 50678 Köln
• Daily 5–10pm
• Pizzas from £8
• Recommendation: Pizza with vegan mozzarella & aubergine

Burger vegan Cologne: "Freddy Schilling"

Not purely vegan, but with really good vegan options – including crispy patty and spicy BBQ sauce.

• Eigelstein 147, 50668 Köln
• Daily 12–10pm
• Burger approx. £9, meal with chips + drink approx. £12
• Particularly popular: "Vegan Stunner"

Frequently asked questions

Where can you have vegan breakfast in Cologne?
Many cafés like "The Great Berry" or "Café Rotkehlchen" offer vegan breakfast options – from bowls to pancakes.

Is there vegan sushi in Cologne?
Yes! "Sushi Ninja" in Ehrenfeld or "Osaka" in the old town have vegan rolls with avocado, cucumber, tofu or sweet potato.

Where can I find vegan ice cream in Cologne?
At "Eisfeld" or "Keiserlich" you'll get creative, homemade flavours without animal ingredients – e.g. peanut caramel or mango mint.

What's the best vegan restaurant in Cologne?
Subjective – but "Sattgrün" or "Bunte Burger" are absolute favourites among many vegans in Cologne.

Vegan in Cologne? Easy & tasty!

Cologne has loads to offer when it comes to vegan cuisine – whether you're into sweet, savoury, healthy or hearty. So if you're planning to explore the city and eat delicious plant-based food while you're at it, all doors are open to you.

Our tip:Why not combine your vegan food trip with a stay at a&o Hostel Köln Neumarkt. Located centrally in Altstadt-Süd, you're really close to many of the spots mentioned.

And if you fancy a bit of shopping after eating – check out our shopping tips for Cologne.

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