5 vegan spots in Groentenmarkt, editor-picked by TableJourney. All of Groentenmarkt's food · All vegan in Ghent.

Soul Kitchen ★ 4.4

Godshuizenlaan 33, 9000 Gent

Soul Kitchen is the standard-bearer for vegan fine-casual cooking in Ghent, running a changing tasting menu entirely from plants. The kitchen treats root.

Tip: Book two weeks ahead for a weekend table; this is Ghent's best vegan kitchen and demand is consistent.

De Frietketel ★ 3.9

Papegaaistraat 89, 9000 Gent

De Frietketel won Best Fast Food at the Belgian Vegan Awards in 2019: a fully plant-based frituur with a wider snack range than any competitor.

Tip: Good option for mixed groups where one person is vegan; the fried snacks are convincing even to sceptics.

Greenway ★ 3.9

Nederkouter 42, 9000 Gent

Greenway is the most central fully vegan fast-casual restaurant in Ghent, with a rotating menu of wraps, bowls and hot plates made entirely from plants.

Tip: Busiest between 12:00 and 13:30; go just after 11:30 or after 14:00 for a quieter seat.

Greenway ★ 3.8

Nederkouter 42, 9000 Gent

Greenway on Nederkouter is one of Ghent's original vegan pioneers, serving a rotating menu of plant-based wraps, bowls and hot plates in a fast-casual format.

Tip: Kitchen closes earlier than most restaurants; aim to arrive before 18:00 for the full hot-food range.

Karoot ★ 3.8

Phoenixstraat 77, 9000 Gent

Karoot on Phoenixstraat builds hearty vegetarian and vegan comfort food around the carrot, running a friendly low-key dining room in the centre.

Tip: Portions are filling; the kitchen is sized for sharing and lends itself to two-person lunches over a split plate.