Vegan Friendly Restaurants in Varanasi, India

Top 10 Vegan / Vegetarian Restaurants

Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or just searching for plant-based dining options, it's nice to have personal recommendations. That's why HappyCow has created this list, featuring the 10 best vegan restaurants in Varanasi, as determined by the highest scores calculated from HappyCow community member reviews. Even curious carnivores should agree that the tasty vegan options available at these restaurants would please even the most discerning palate. From breakfast to brunch, dinner to late-night snacking, and every meat-free meal in-between, we're sure that you'll find the very best veggie dining experiences using our Top 10 list as your guide.
Kicharee  at Aum Cafe in Varanasi

Assi Ghat, Varanasi, India

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Categories: Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Indian, Organic, Juice bar, Ayurvedic

Ayurvedic indian cafe run by a Shivani, an ayurvedic practioner and woman who lives in California and India. The atmosphere is home-like and cozy. Nice bathroom with a western toilet.

Masala dosa with coconut chutney and sambar  at Kerala Cafe in Varanasi

B20/44, Bhelupur Rd, Bhelupur, Varanasi, India

+91-8874277818

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Categories: Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Indian

Pure vegetarian restaurant which does not use eggs, located very close to the touristic area. Serves South Indian dishes such as dosa, uthapam, vada, idli with sambar and coconut chutney. Check if dairy is used.

Chana masala + tandoor roti at Ashok Pure Vegetarian Restaurant in Varanasi

Sonarpura Rd (at Harish Chandra Ghat Rd), Varanasi, India

+91-9935721076

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Categories: Lacto, Indian, Take-out, Indo-Chinese

Pure vegetarian restaurant meaning no gelatin, egg, or meat but uses dairy. Located on a busy street corner with a giant sign and easy to find. Menu is in English & Hindi with some pictures. English spoken by some staff.

entrance  at Niyati Cafe in Varanasi

Manmandir, D 15/5, Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Varanasi, India

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Categories: Lacto, Pizza, Indian, Western

Vegetarian restaurant serving Indian food, burgers, pasta, pizza, noodles. Clearly states plain vs. butter for breads and open to cooking dishes without dairy. Located behind Rashmi Guest House.

 at Sparrow Cafe in Varanasi

Assi Ghat Rd. 52, Varanasi, India

+91-7080453798

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Categories: Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Mediterranean, Asian

Indian and Mediterranean vegetarian food with vegan options. Also offers coffee, tea and cold beverages.

South Indian Thali at Suryoday in Varanasi

B6/100, Kedar Ghat, Bangali Tola, Varanasi, India

+91-9792465932

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Categories: Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Indian, Organic, Honey, Breakfast

Offers typical Indian style vegetarian food that consists of an abundance of dairy. Offers home-style food cooked by two ladies in-house. Plenty of vegan options, but be sure to ask them to use oil instead of ghee (clarified butter).

Outside at Ashish Cafe in Varanasi

B 1/185 Assi Ghat, Varanasi, India

+91-9336932056

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Categories: Lacto, Indian, Fast food

Specializes in thali using fresh vegetables washed in purified water. Has Wi-Fi.

Samosas and breads at Madhur Milan Cafe in Varanasi

Dasaswamedh Ghat Rd, Varanasi, India

+91-9415696756

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Categories: Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Indian, Fast food

Located in city center between the main ghat and the famous Golden Temple. Serves north/south Indian food with thalis starting at Rs 25 and vendor style food such as idli sambar (Rs 15), chola bhatura or samosa chaat.

Kaju Amrit (Cashew Nectar)  at Ksheer Sagar in Varanasi

B-15/42, Sonarpura (at Sonarpura Crossing), Varanasi, India

+91-5422450777

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Categories: Lacto, Indian, Fast food, Take-out

Traditional Indian sweet shop serving a large selection sweets. Also has namkeems such as samosas, kachoris, and chanachur.

Roof top  at Ganga Rooftop Cafe in Varanasi

B 3/96-H, Shivala, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi, India

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Categories: Ovo, Indian, Honey

A small vegetarian cafe on the rooftop of a hotel. Everything is prepared fresh, including different curries, dal, vegetables, roti and more, some of which are vegan. Owner is flexible - let them know preferences and will accommodate if possible.

So that's our list of the very best vegan food that Varanasi has to offer. We hope that you enjoy your dining experience.

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