Contrary to popular belief, Dubai has become incredibly vegan-friendly in recent years. Here are the best spots.
Fully vegan
- Veganity (Marina) — signature vegan burgers
- Sticky Rice (City Walk) — vegan Asian fusion
- Tribe (Dubai Hills) — bowls + smoothies
Mostly vegan / hybrid
- The Cycle Bistro (DIFC) — a cyclists' café with a great vegan menu
- The Loaf (Marina) — bakery + vegan dishes of the day
Vegetarian Indian
- Calicut Paragon (Bur Dubai) — South Indian, 90% vegetarian
- Saravana Bhavan (Karama) — a vegetarian Indian institution
Bonus
- Every Indian restaurant has a clear "veg" section
- Lebanese: excellent vegetarian mezze
- Global chains: Wagamama, Pret a Manger and Zaatar w Zeit all have options
