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Vegan Friendly Restaurants in Johannesburg, South Africa

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Top 10 Vegan / Vegetarian Restaurants

Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or just searching for plant-based dining options, it's nice to have personal recommendations. That's why HappyCow has created this list, featuring the 10 best vegan restaurants in Johannesburg, as determined by the highest scores calculated from HappyCow community member reviews. Even curious carnivores should agree that the tasty vegan options available at these restaurants would please even the most discerning palate. From breakfast to brunch, dinner to late-night snacking, and every meat-free meal in-between, we're sure that you'll find the very best veggie dining experiences using our Top 10 list as your guide.
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The Fussy Vegan - Blairgowrie

  • 5.0
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Vegan, American, Western, Fast food, Take-out

Vegan eatery located within the Caltex Waterfall petrol station, since 2018. Makes sandwiches as well as offering a meal-of-the-day, kombucha & kefir, seitan biltong, coconut yogurt, among other items. There are also cruelty-free body products for sale like shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and reusable glass straws.

+27-607166029

89 Jan Smuts Ave, Blairgowrie, Randburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

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The Fussy Vegan - Greenside

  • 5.0
    (15)
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Vegan, American, Western, Fast food, Take-out

Vegan eatery making sandwiches as well as offering a meal-of-the-day, kombucha & kefir, seitan biltong, coconut yogurt, among other items. This outlet est. 2020.

+27-673428604

34 Gleneagles Rd, Johannesburg, South Africa

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The Vegan Chef - Sandton

  • 4.5
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Vegan, American, Indian, International, Thai, Western, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Bakery, Catering, Gluten-free, Breakfast

A South African chain created by vegans. Prepares & serves all-vegan comfort foods. Multiple locations.

+27-694679179

Benmore Rd (at Benmore Centre), Johannesburg, South Africa

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Leafy Greens Cafe

  • 4.5
    (8)
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Vegan-friendly, Organic, Western, Buffet, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Catering, Honey

Cafe and health shop/deli situated on an organic farm outside of the city and shares the premises with the Casalinga Restaurant. Offers buffet plus juices, wheatgrass, smoothies, raw cake, and raw chocolate.

+27-105954563

Rocky Ridge Rd, Muldersdrift, Gauteng, Johannesburg, South Africa

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The Fussy Vegan - Fourways

  • 5.0
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Vegan, American, Western, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out

Vegan eatery est. 2020. Makes sandwiches as well as offering a meal-of-the-day, kombucha & kefir, seitan biltong, coconut yogurt, among other items. Relocated from 46 Fourth Ave S.

+27-816361388

Shop 5, Merrow Down Plaza, Magaliesview, Johannesburg, South Africa

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Asian Herbivore Restaurant

  • 4.5
    (5)
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Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Chinese, Japanese, Delivery, Take-out, Catering, Indonesian

Vegetarian Asian food such as pad krao, inari, and other Asian dishes. Has many clearly labeled vegan options.

+27-670736592

Shop U6, Melrose Crossing, 83 Corlett Dr, Birnam, Johannesburg, South Africa

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Geets Vegetarian Takeaway

  • 4.5
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Indian, Take-out

Vegetarian Indian take-out venue with a small seating area. Serves vegetarian and vegan curries and has a spice bar. Also sells fresh produce and cold pressed juices.

+27-114334043

45 Swartgoud St, Winchester Hills (at Nossob St), Johannesburg, South Africa

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Fruits and Roots

  • 4.0
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Vegan-friendly, Western, African

Serves light meals, healthy drinks, desserts, some vegan dishes, and cakes made to order. Also has a health food store selling dried fruits, large selection of nuts and dried legumes, grains, spices, condiments, tonics, fresh nut butters, tofu, seaweed, green teas, rice milk, and more.

+27-114632928

Shop G 13, Hobart Corner Shopping Centre, Bryanston, Gauteng, Johannesburg, South Africa

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Fresh Earth Food Store

  • 4.0
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Vegan-friendly, Organic, Western, Buffet

Uses natural and organic ingredients and offers a full a la carte menu, weekday buffets, and an all-you-can-eat "table of abundance" Saturday buffet.

+27-116464404

103 Komatie Road, Emmarentia, Gauteng, Johannesburg, South Africa

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The Jozi Vegan

  • 5.0
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Vegan, Western, Bakery

Vegan bakery and coffee shop with a focus on baked goods with some savory meal options like burgers. Products include milk tarts, croissants, cakes and various pastries. Menu changes frequently to offer the opportunity to try different pastries common to different parts of the world.

+27-655601817

2 5th Ave, Johannesburg, South Africa

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So that's our list of the very best vegan food that Johannesburg has to offer. We hope that you enjoy your dining experience.

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