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.