How do I eat out as a vegan?
LIFESTYLE
Short answer
Look for cuisines that are traditionally plant-heavy (Indian, Ethiopian, Middle-Eastern, East Asian, Italian) and use HappyCow to find dedicated spots.
LIFESTYLE
The detail
Reliably vegan-friendly cuisines: Indian (dal, sabzi, chana masala), Ethiopian (misir wot, gomen, injera), Middle-Eastern (falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, mujadara), Thai (ask for no fish sauce), Vietnamese (com chay), Italian (arrabbiata, marinara, focaccia).
In non-vegan restaurants, ask for the vegan menu or check for adaptable dishes. HappyCow lists 200 000+ vegan and vegan-friendly restaurants worldwide.
Download the HappyCow app on your phone to identify verified vegan-friendly restaurants in almost any city worldwide. If you find yourself at a standard steakhouse, you can often assemble a satisfying meal from side dishes like baked potatoes, steamed broccoli, and side salads. Don't be afraid to ask the server if the chef can substitute beans or avocado for meat in a standard pasta or taco dish.
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- What do vegans actually eat?
Everything humans have eaten for millennia, minus animal products — grains, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, and plant-based versions of common dishes.
- Isn't a vegan diet expensive?
No — a whole-food vegan diet built on rice, beans, lentils, oats, potatoes, seasonal produce and tofu is one of the cheapest ways to eat.
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