Vegan Japanese€€CentrumDaily 11:30-21:30
A fully plant-based sushi and wok restaurant on Beurstraverse serving nori rolls, crispy tofu, and Japanese-inspired bowls. The most inventive vegan menu near the Centrum.
Order: Vegan maki rolls and the tofu ramen.
Tip: The dragon roll with avocado and tempura is the signature; order two portions between two for a full meal.
Vegan€€Rotterdam NoordWed-Sun 12:00-21:00; closed Mon-Tue
The fully plant-based kitchen at the Rotown concert hall on Nieuwe Binnenweg. Burgers, kapsalon, rendang, kebab and more, all without animal products.
Order: Vegan kapsalon and the rendang rice bowl.
Tip: The vegan fried chicken sandwich rivals most of the non-vegan competition on Nieuwe Binnenweg.
Vegan€€Rotterdam NoordDaily 10:00-19:00
A 100-percent vegan restaurant on Nieuwe Binnenweg with 400+ HappyCow reviews at 5.0 stars, making it one of the most-reviewed vegan spots in the Netherlands.
Order: Vegan cake and the smoothie of the day.
Tip: The raw cake with cashew cream is the draw for most visitors; arrive by 14:00 for the best selection.
Vegan pizza€€CentrumDaily 12:00-22:00
A fully vegan pizza restaurant near the Markthal with sourdough bases, creative toppings, and a solid dessert menu that make this one of the better vegan restaurants in the Centrum.
Order: The house truffle pizza and the vegan tiramisu.
Tip: The cashew ricotta is house-made and noticeably better than the packaged alternatives used at other vegan pizza bars.
Dutch vegetarian cafe€Rotterdam NoordTue-Sat 10:00-17:00; closed Sun-Mon
A neighbourhood restaurant in Rotterdam Noord on Zwart Janstraat serving Dutch seasonal cooking with a wine list focused on natural and biodynamic producers. The daily menu changes weekly.
Order: Daily soup and the vegetarian stamp pot.
Tip: The lunch changes daily and is written on the board; call ahead if you need to plan around a specific dish.
International with vegetarian options€€Witte de WithstraatTue-Sun 09:00-17:00
A contemporary cafe on Witte de Withstraat with a focus on fresh international dishes and a large vegetarian menu. The terrace is one of the best for a long Witte.
Order: Seasonal salad bowl and the house lemonade.
Tip: The afternoon cheese plate with Dutch varieties is good value at 12 euros for two with a glass of wine.