Toronto 
Gathering around family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving with a hearty meal always warms our hearts. But not everyone is into turkey and meats, as many folks identify as vegetarian.
Whether you are looking to enjoy brunch, dinner, or a complete Thanksgiving meal, there are plenty of vegan and vegetarian restaurants to explore. Taste an array of flavors, visit vibrant neighborhoods and discover cultural twists on plant-based cuisine with these 20+ vegetarian restaurants serving brunch, dinner, and thanksgiving meals.
Green Earth Vegan
Located on the Danforth, this family-owned restaurant prepares hearty vegan meals that are perfect for your vegetarian diet. In addition to its usual offerings, Green Earth Vegan serves a popular Thanksgiving dinner complete with homemade soup, stuffing, cranberry sauce, grilled corn, and a vegan pumpkin pie for dessert. You can also take home a vegan stuffed turkey for a complete take-out meal.
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Address: 804 Danforth Ave, Toronto
Phone: (416) 778-9199
Dine-In: October 7 to 10, 2022
Yam Chops
This vegan butcher and plant-based restaurant are serving up a delicious Thanksgiving dinner that will inspire even your non-vegetarian guests. The Yam Chops Thanksgiving meal includes items such as spiced kale, soup, a mushroom-lentil meatloaf, cranberry sauce, and a moist vegan brownie for dessert.
Address: 705 College St, Toronto
Whole Foods
Whole Foods is the ultimate grocery store for vegan and vegetarian lovers. With items such as fresh organic produce, unique snacks, and delicious gourmet meals, foodies with a penchant for healthy, vegetarian food flock to Whole Foods all year long. For Thanksgiving, order their festive meal and pick it up directly from the store, including a vegan roast en croûte, mashed potatoes, vegan mushroom gravy, and all the fixings.
Address: 4771 Yonge Street, Toronto
Planta
Planta, located in Yorkville, has created the Plantsgiving Bundle, a complete festive meal that serves up to four people. Enjoy sweet potato stuffing, a mushroom and lentil meatloaf,’ macaroni and cashew-mozzarella ‘cheese,’ butternut squash soup that includes a savory mushroom gravy, hot vegetables, and a pumpkin pie for dessert.
Address: 1221 Bay St., Toronto
Cost: $179 for the bundle
Hogtown Vegan
It may seem like a contradiction to pair Southern-style cooking with vegan cuisine but this popular restaurant serves hearty vegan dishes that are comforting and decadent. Hogtown Vegan has created a special Thanksgiving meal with Seitan turkey, creamy potato salad, mash potatoes and peas, savory stuffing, vegan gravy and cranberry sauce.
Address: 382 College St, Toronto
Urban Herbivore
Located in the heart of Kensington Market, Urban Herbivore is a plant-based, vegan restaurant with a relaxed dining environment. This season,
their Thanksgiving dinner includes Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roast Carrot and Beets, Brussel Sprouts, Apple and Sage Stuffing with Apple Sausage, complete with a Celebration Turkey.
Address: 64 Oxford St, Toronto
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Bunners Bake Shop
Bunners Bake Shop offers a special Thanksgiving menu with a range of sweet, savory, plant-based treats. For example, their Hungry Bun Holiday Meal includes meatless turkey, stuffing, garlic potatoes, seasonal, roasted vegetables, and topped with mushroom gravy. Or feed the family with a large, harvested vegetable Pot Pie.
Address: 244 Augusta Ave, Toronto
Cost: $20.95 for a complete dinner.
Eat Nabati
A delightful Middle-Eastern restaurant with vibrant vegan and vegetarian dishes, Eat Nabati has created a special Thanksgiving menu for the holidays. Choose from entrees such as Za’atar Cauliflower or their Halloumi Pizza. Also, don’t forget to enjoy dessert with their Pumpkin Spice Kunafa or their Tiramisu Cups.
Address: 160 Baldwin St, Toronto
Fresh Restaurant
Instead of a filling evening dinner, why not celebrate Thanksgiving as a vegetarian brunch meal? Fresh Restaurant is a chain of plant-powered restaurants within Toronto that offers vegan meals, including a robust brunch menu. Taste items such as almond butter french toast, green eggs burrito, and an avocado grilled ‘cheese’ sandwich.
Address: multiple locations within Toronto
LOV
A botanical haven for both vegans and foodies alike, Lov offers elevated vegan meals within an upscale dining area. Their menu covers lunch, dinner, and even handcrafted cocktails for a happy hour, but their brunch offerings are notably robust. Try items such as the Sweet Waffles, Tofu Benedictine, and Avocado Country Bread. Or fill up on freshly made smoothies made from fresh fruits and superfoods.
Address: 620 King St W Suite 102, Toronto
Impact Kitchen
While not exclusively vegetarian, Impact Kitchen offers plenty of vegetarian items, plant-based treats, and Paleo and gluten-free options. For example, their robust brunch menu includes things such as a Superfood Benny, Huevos Rancheros, and a Paleo Waffle that is vegetarian and gluten-free. Or try one of the Breakfast Toasts for a more vegan option.
Address: 1222 Yonge St, Toronto
Hello 123
Start your day or your weekend with a hearty brunch from Hello 123. The menu includes an expansive list of sweet and savory vegan options, served every day until 4:00 pm. Choose from smoothie bowls, waffles, and pancakes or sandwiches. For a bigger appetite, Irene’s Massive Breakfast includes a chickpea and kale omelet with plenty of flavorful sides.
Address: 1122 Queen St W, Toronto
Fennel Organic Eatery
Located inside Noah’s Natural Foods store, this plant-based restaurant offers hot and cold prepared vegan dishes that are ordered by weight. These buffet-style dishes can serve any size group, or you can opt for catering, with one tray of food serving between 6-8 people. Their organic, vegan menu changes daily, so everything is fresh and seasonal.
Address: 322 Bloor St W, Toronto
Thrive Restaurant
Choose from organic, vegan soups, salads, wraps, and bowls at Thrive Kitchen, with raw and superfood options available. This spacious restaurant offers delicious, gourmet meals that can be enjoyed in-house or via delivery. Taste their new enchiladas and vegan tacos and wash them down with a refreshing kombucha beverage.
Address: 3473 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
Rosalinda
If you are looking for an upscale, vegan dining experience with vibrant flavors, Rosalinda offers Mexican-inspired vegan dishes in an expansive and stylish environment. Enjoy gourmet dishes such as the Roasted Eggplant, Chorizo Tamale, or Warm Guadjillo Noodles with Charred Red Cabbage.
Address: 133 Richmond St W, Toronto
Veggie D’Light
This Thanksgiving weekend, take a stroll through the eclectic neighborhood of Kensington Market, with a stop at Veggie D’Light. Introduce your palate to the flavors of the Caribbean islands with their selection of hearty dishes made from organic vegetables and plant-based ingredients. Items such as homemade soups, roti, and rice dishes will fill any belly with gratitude, just like a traditional turkey dinner.
Address: 160 Baldwin St #3, Toronto
Parka Food Co
Dine in style and enjoy comforting flavors at plant-based Parka Food Co. If you want to savor hearty dishes that offer an alternative to Thanksgiving flavors, try their Mac and Cashew Cheese, tofu burgers, filling wraps, and spicy cauliflower wings. You can also have your Thanksgiving dinner catered with customizable and sustainable menu items.
Address: 424 Queen St W, Toronto
Buddha’s Vegan Restaurant
Try a hearty meal inspired by Chinese flavors and meatless dishes this Thanksgiving. Buddha’s Vegan Restaurant specializes in healthy, vegan Asian cuisine with plenty of delicious flavors. You won’t miss the turkey with their imitation beef, duck, and chicken dishes, made with soy. Warm up with a bowl of soup and enjoy vegan appetizers for a complete dinner.
Address: 666 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1H9
Website: http://www.buddharestaurant.ca/
Cost: prices on items will vary
Greens Vegetarian Restaurant
Gather the entire family for a complete meal at Greens Vegetarian Restaurant. Dishes are served family-style and include a range of Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai flavours. Their expansive menu includes such fall delights as Steamed Whole Pumpkin with Garden Mushrooms, Braised Mock Duck, and Spicy Kung Bao Chicken.
Address: 638 Dundas St W, Toronto
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Avelo Restaurant
Enjoy a tranquil dining experience at Avelo; a plant-based restaurant with vegan dishes made from locally-sourced ingredients. The service is unique in that Avelo doesn’t use a traditional menu but instead, serves up various courses as dishes are created. Gluten-free options are also available.
Address: 51 St Nicholas St, Toronto
Mugi plant-based Thai Cuisine
If you love the flavors of Thai food but follow a vegan diet, Mugi Plant-Based Thai Cuisine will provide a great dining experience. You can enjoy traditional style meals such as rice, noodle, and curry dishes made from scratch without the meat. Mugi was also noted as serving the most authentic Thai food in the city.
Address: 793 Bathurst St, Toronto
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Hawker
Loved for its Southeast Asian vegan dishes served in a beautiful dining environment, Hawker specializes in small, plant-based dishes with the most enchanting names on their menu. For example, ‘Bushfire’ is a roti served with eggplant and rosemary smoke. Or try ‘Starry Night,’ a combination of biryani rice, smoked poblano, and lavender.
Address: 291 Augusta Ave, Toronto
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