100% Vegan in Essen
55/100
Ranked #27 of 222 Germany cities on the PlantsPack vegan city score.
5 fully vegan places in Essen, Germany, listed with 100% plant-based menus.
How this list is compiled
These 5 venues are listed as 100% vegan based on source data (OpenStreetMap, VegGuide and community submissions). None have been individually admin-verified against the venue's own website yet — once checked, a venue carries a "Confirmed" badge on its page.
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About vegan places in Essen
Essen has 103 vegan and vegan-friendly places listed, 5 of them fully vegan. Mostly 84 restaurants and cafes, 19 shops. Rüttenscheid is Essen's most plant-based-dense neighborhood. The city's post-industrial transformation has brought a growing vegan scene. Cuisines covered: indian, vietnamese, spanish and german. 1 is admin-reviewed so far; the remaining 102 come from community and OSM imports. 10 are mostly-vegan venues with a small non-vegan menu. Notable spots include Kaspar Schmauser Essen, Bolleywood Express and Café Mundgerecht. Roughly 86% have published opening hours.
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Frequently asked about vegan Essen
How many vegan places are in Essen?
103 vegan and vegan-friendly places in Essen, Germany on PlantsPack, including 5 fully vegan, 19 vegan shops.
Are there fully vegan restaurants in Essen?
Yes - 5 spots serve no animal products at all. The remaining 98 places are vegan-friendly, with plant-based options on the menu.
What kind of vegan food can I find in Essen?
The scene covers indian, vietnamese, spanish, german, italian, wechselnd, plus cafes, bakeries, and stores stocking vegan products. Use the category filter above to narrow down.
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