8x The best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the Zaanstreek region (Zaandam, Zaandijk, Purmerend, Koog aan de Zaan). (December 2024)
Are you looking for a restaurant in the Zaan region where you can eat vegan and vegetarian? On this page you will find the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the Zaanstreek.
What are the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the Zaanstreek region?
The Zaanstreek region has many famous, iconic places in the Netherlands. Think of the Zaanse Schans, with its cute windmills and wooden houses. There are also nice museums and shops and you can enjoy walking in various nature parks or mini forests. There are certainly plenty of things to do in the Zaanstreek. If you get hungry from those activities; no problem! As a vegan or vegetarian you can eat well in this cozy region. To make sure you don't have to waste hours looking for a nice restaurant, we have listed the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the Zaan region for you.
These are the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the Zaanstreek region.
You can find all 8 restaurants in these neighbourhoods:Zaanstreek Koog aan de zaan (1)
Kathmandu
Nepalese and Indian food is available at Kathmandu, a restaurant that has now expanded to 3 different locations. And that's a good thing, because there are few cuisines as suitable for vegetarians and vegans as Indian cuisine. A large part of the menu is vegan, and many vegetarian dishes can also be served vegan. + More info- Asian
- Indian
- Nepali
- 15 vegan
- 10 vegetarian
- 25 other
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Zaanstreek Purmerend (3)
Brasserie Zomaar
With more than 15 vegan options, Brasserie Zomaar is a nice, cozy place in Purmerend for vegans. Vegetarians and people who eat gluten-free are also very welcome here. You can even book a vegan or gluten-free high tea. Prefer some alcohol? A high cocktail or high wine is also possible. When the sun is shining you can enjoy a seat on the terrace. + More info- European
- Dutch
- 16 vegan
- 20 vegetarian
- 25 other
Fenicie - Purmerend
Fenicie, a Lebanese restaurant, is located in a large, impressive building in Purmerend. Lebanese cuisine handles vegetarian and vegan food very well; for example, various dips (hummus and baba ganoush) and salads (e.g. fattoush) are naturally vegan, as is falafel. There are a number of tasty options on the menu, mainly for dinner. + More info- Arabic
- Lebanese
- Middle Eastern
- 9 vegan
- 6 vegetarian
- 25 other
Brunchroom Bliss
In addition to brunch and lunch, Brunchroom Bliss also provides fun high teas, baby showers, gender reaveals or maternity parties. You can certainly have a nice party with your friends here. They have a wide range of vegetarian options, partly due to the many cakes they have. There are fewer vegan options on the menu, but many can be adapted to vegan. They even have a Vegan High Tea, which can also be completely gluten-free. + More info- European
- International
- 6 vegan
- 15 vegetarian
- 9 other
Zaanstreek Zaandam (3)
Liberté
In 2023, Cartèl has been transformed into a new concept: Liberté. It is a cocktail bar with the tastiest drinks and snacks, including many vegan options. When the weather is nice you can sit on the terrace. + More info- European
- International
- Biological
- 8 vegan
- 3 vegetarian
- 4 other
Cigköftem - Zaandam
Çigköftem is a large fast food chain from Turkey with locations in the Netherlands. Ciğköfte is their house specialty, a traditional dish that is 100% vegetable. In addition to ciğköfte, they also have a number of other fast food dishes on the menu, but everything you order here is vegetarian or vegan. If you are looking for a quick vegetarian bite to eat, Çigköftem is a good option. + More info- Fast food
- Turkish
- 14 vegan
- 9 vegetarian
- 0 other
BAZ Restaurant
At BAZ you will find tasty snacks, lunch meals and dinner dishes, including many vegetarian and vegan options. And that's a good thing, because BAZ is more than just a restaurant: it's also a bouldering gym. After intensive bouldering (climbing on wall sections up to 4.5 meters high) you are often hungry, so it is very handy that you can have a drink or a bite to eat in the same building. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and a lot more atmosphere than typical sports canteens, so don't be put off by the idea of a sports hall. They also have cocktails, a terrace on the water and occasional live music. + More info- European
- International
- 11 vegan
- 6 vegetarian
- 7 other
Zaanstreek Zaandijk (1)
Vegan Bakery
You will find the tastiest vegan cakes, cookies and sandwiches at Vegan Bakery. With classics such as croissants or pink cakes, or more special cakes such as lemon poppy seed turbans or delicious cream truffles, there is something for everyone. In addition to sweets, there are also savory sandwiches, such as pasties. + More info- Bakery
- 50 vegan
- 50 vegetarian
- 10 other
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