The best street food venues of type "Vegetarian/Vegan Cuisine" in Cologne

Here, a German-Canadian couple has made their dream of a vegan fast-casual restaurant a reality. And it’s a hit—just like the creatively topped, light, fluffy, and crispy pizzas that win over even non-vegans. The vegan cheese and sauces are made in-house.

Straight-Edge meets gyros expertise—consistently vegan for over twenty years. Plant-based schnitzel, currywurst, fish and chips, and more come together with a punk-rock vibe at this iconic Kalk bar. Highlight: the ethically sound “Taxi Plate.” Of course, it contains real taxis!

A charming little café with an all-day brunch menu. The various specialties aren’t just vegan, gluten-free, and healthy—they’re also nourishing, delicious, and comforting—ranging from savory waffles to lentil bowls with grilled vegetables to sweet potato curry.

Four chefs from Nam Dinh are bringing their street to Cologne—not the noise, but the culinary soul. The plastic stools have been swapped for wooden chairs, but the dishes remain simple, fresh, and authentic: pho, summer rolls, tofu wrapped in betel leaves, and tô-bé bowls to share.

Located right next to the Eigelsteintorburg, this Asian fusion restaurant presents its dishes with entertaining dry-ice effects and imaginative plate arrangements. Fans of colorful, vegan sushi, crispy tempura rolls, and fresh salads will be delighted here.

A charming, eclectic neighborhood spot serving all-plant-based Japanese cuisine and featuring a mix-and-match decor. The menu includes udon noodles (and soups), small sides, and tendon—vegetable tempura served over rice with sauce. The cakes here are also homemade and strictly vegan.

A charming little owner-operated kiosk on the Friedrich-Wassermann grounds in Cologne-Vogelsang. They serve not only breakfast and panini sandwiches, but also a hot lunch dish cooked fresh daily: sometimes a stew, sometimes pasta, and sometimes a rice noodle bowl.

A falafel stand in Ehrenfeld with fair prices: It’s no longer vegan but vegetarian—though the name remains the same. The donut-shaped chickpea fritters are extra crispy and are among the highlights—especially when served as a special plate with fries, salad, and baba ganoush.