3 Vegan Restaurants for Everyone in Seoul

with the recent trend of health and environmentally conscious dining , vegan restaurantsaren’t just for vegetarians anymore. They can be the perfect choice for anyone looking for a healthy, delicious meal that’s also easy on the stomach. Here are three vegan restaurants in Seoulthat we’ve experienced first-hand, and that offer both atmosphere and flavor.

1. qyun

located near the Blue House in Jongno-gu, Kun is a space that serves dishes made with seasonal vegetables and minimal processing. the red brick exterior, colorful plates, and sincerity in the food are appealing. the restaurant also offers seasonal specials like the chilled arancini plate, and is easily accessible for vegan beginners.

• specialty: Cashew milk ice cream, fermented condiments for sale
• address: 1F, 17-2, Jahamun-ro 26-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea
• instagram: @grocery_cafe_qyun

2. ferments

yongsan’s hip vegan dining spot, Perments, is a cafe by day and wine bar by night. the menu is just as satisfying as regular food, with dishes like fermented mushroom hummus, vegan karaage, and mushroom burgers, and alcohol pairings are available. it’s also dog-friendly, which is another reason for its popularity.

• specialties: Hummus, Vegan bar, Sunny window seats
• address: 1F, 22, Hangangdae-ro 7-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
• instagram: @ferments.seoul

3. veggies

located in Yeonhee-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Veggie’s is a small, warm space serving vegan home-cooked meals. the leek pesto pasta and fern greens combo is comforting to the stomach, and you’ll also find unique drinks like soy milk highballs. It’s also a participant in the ‘Shop Without Discrimination’ project.

• specialties: Seasonal menu, Pets welcome, Socially conscious
• address: 1F, 87 Hongyeon-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul (Yeonhee-dong)
• instagram: @veggies.kitchen.and.bar

if you’re looking to eat a little healthier and feel a little more comfortable, check out these three vegan restaurants. you don’t have to be a vegetarian to have a delicious vegan experience.