Vegan
International
Organic
Fusion
Dutch
Plant-based restaurant est. Jul 2019. Offers a monthly menu and daily creations of international dishes. Serves organic wine, local beers, organic coffee, tea, and juices. Reservations recommended. Sources from small farms and focuses on sustainability. Open Wed-Sun 17:00-22:00.
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Surinamestraat 5, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3531 KH
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- Outdoor seating
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Last update on 21 Mar 2024 by OperationChowhound
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Added by whepper on 30 Jun 2019
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88 Reviews
First Review by whepper
rukeiley
Points +70
Flavor adventure - Edit
All our dishes were flavored in a yummy and interesting way. The menu changes often but we had a blitzen app that was just amazing as were the main dishes and the desserts. For example the frosting on the carrot cake had several spices so the taste was way beyond the usual sweetness of other carrot cakes.
Read morePros: Exciting flavors that make each dish interesting, Cozy setting , Teas were whole ingredients
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bthijssen
Points +92
Really nice three course dinner with interesting flavor combinations - Edit
I had the pumpkin flan with sage, the mushroom galette with carrot salad and the pumpkin ice cream with miso caramel. All the dishes were delicious and the flavor combinations were unique and interesting.
Read moreThe vibe is also very cozy with all the plants and the cat.
I really like that they have a small selection of dishes per course, so you know they are all good choices and you don't have a choice overload.
Also really amazing that all profits go to animal charities. It makes you feel even better when dining here.
Pros: Interesting flavor combinations, Cozy vibe, Profits go tp animal charities
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nishaaa
Points +4279
delicious - Edit
absolutely loved the worteltartaar!! dahl and galette were good. kroketjes very tasty but there was a big piece of oesterzwam which i’d recommend to be cut in smaller pieces. then the desserts were the best thing ever! loved the cheesecake which was decorated so pretty and the chai ice cream with orange cake was an amazing combo!
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Sanne86
Points +267
Geweldig - Edit
In één woord geweldig. Stichting geeft alle winst aan goede dierendoelen. Super lekker eten, super bediening. Leuke kat.
Read morePros: Eten, Bediening, Kat
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imitationmeat
Points +217
Unexpectedly Good! - Edit
A friend of mine lead us here and I had no expectations, but was quick to judge the outer appearance as it suggest to be a cute café that offers dinner as an afterthought.
Read moreMy biggest fear is always that restaurants serve bland dry tofu and call it a day or simply deep fry everything, instead of actually trying to make good vegan food. I would lie if I said, that this thought hadn‘t crossed my mind when we sat outside.
I couldn’t be happier about how wrong I was. Looking at the menu I was surprised by the diverse range of food and combination of ingredients, all while limiting options. Allowing for an easier selection, that doesn‘t overwhelm you. The plating was beautiful and the dishes were creative and tasty. The use of substitutes for meat/dairy was reduced to the bare minimum and everything tasted very natural and well-made.
The server was really friendly and charming and when they forgot something, they immediately made up for it.
We had a great time here.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-13
david_droes
They don’t offer lunch.
Read moreimitationmeat
I was speaking about my impressions and write further down that I was wrong, but considering their opening hours I can see how that is confusing and corrected it. Thanks for letting me know.
Read moredavid_droes
Lovely
Read moreimitationmeat
No worries.
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Vegansjeng
Points +430
Happy days - Edit
Loved having dinner here. The homemade kombucha was very good in my opinion and I really enjoyed the taste of the starter and main dish. For dessert I decided to go with one of the cakes, which was a little disappointing in both taste and texture. Nevertheless, I had a lovely evening here and really enjoyed the other dishes so would 100% recommend.
Read moreUpdate: went for their new 2024 menu and it did not disappoint. Had a lovely evening once again with delicious food. The only thing I did not enjoy that much was the sauce that came with the starter. The sauce was rather sweet which almost made the dish taste like dessert. Loved the main dish, which had a little bit of heat to it. The broth was good and was filled with thick udon noodles, some mushrooms, other veggies and tofu. The previous time we had dinner here we didn't really like the cakes for dessert so this time around I had the pumpkin ice cream with miso caramel, which was delicious. The ice itself wasn't as creamy as I had hoped, but taste wise it was very good. The caramel was delicious and had a good miso taste. The cookie was crisp and thin.
Updated from previous review on 2023-12-29
Pros: Cozy place , Friendly staff, All vegan and tasty
Cons: Not a fan of the cake(s)
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AlexAvocado
Points +563
Like the savory food - Edit
VanPlanten serves good savory food. The flavor combinations are always surprising. Staff is friendly and there is a good vibe in the restaurant. I am not blown away by the desserts. In my opion they are too sweet. I think I would not order a dessert again.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-29
Pros: Good savory food , Friendly staff
Cons: Desserts
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veganwithfrancis
Points +6052
Yummy in our tummy - Edit
All super yummy! Quick service, nice staff & gorgeous food. Went home with a full belly
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Neea
Points +219
yes every time!! - Edit
wonderful seasonal menu with the friendliest staff. can't wait to go again!
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elyd
Points +104
Heart warming place - Edit
The restaurant is cutely decorated with real plants and makes you feel at home with the red cat going around and all the comfy cushions. The staff is very friendly. The dishes were tasty but the pancake main dish could have been warmer. Maybe a plate warmer would be helpful. The carrot cake is creamy and spicy.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-31
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petervdv
Points +61
Excellent menu - Edit
Amazing food. With our table we just ordered everything from the menu once and shared it all. Everything was amazing.
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LeenMelis
Points +160
Heel lekker gegeten - Edit
Lekker gegeten, gezellige zaak en een prachtige kat die er woont 😍
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sterestherster
Points +1070
One of my favourite places in Utrecht - Edit
A bit out of the city center but it’s walkable. I recommend you take the detour to have dinner here. Always great food, friendly staff, and don’t forget the red cat. He’s actually the reason I come here 😉❤️.
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corinnevulink
Points +18
Delicious!! - Edit
Van Planten is the best! Delicious food, served as art by the most friendly people, not too expensive but most of all: such a talented chef-kok who makes the most creative, healthy, super delicious, excellent food!
Read moreWhenever you can: go!
I highly recommend it!
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hannekekooymans
Points +330
Delicious food with a different menu every 1-2 months - Edit
We come here almost every month ♥️ Cozy, bit alternative place with delicious food. Cakes are really nice too 🥰
Read morePros: Delicious and unique flavours, Almost monthly changing menu , Lovely cakes
Cons: It’s not a fancy place if you’re looking for that.
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Marco
Points +194
Honesty can look and taste wonderful - Edit
We enjoyed a wonderful summertime dinner outdoors. VanPlanten made the conscious choice to furnish the restaurant with re-used materials, which creates a homely atmosphere. Both the decoration and the dishes combine beauty with honesty. And the dishes tasted great. This was our first visit, but it won't be the last.
Read morePros: tasty dishes, serving many ideals at the same time
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ana_pas
Points +1563
Yummy and Cozy! - Edit
Cozy atmosphere, great service, super tasty food and the best dessert
Read moreMy fav place in Utrecht!!! 💚
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-29
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annanijstad
Points +237
Best cheesecake - Edit
Forgot the picture but have to say: best cheesecake EVER.
Read morePros: All vegan, Great food, Relaxed athmosphere
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david_droes
Points +3712
Unique food & taste - once again - Edit
I’ve become a regular at this place and it’s for a reason: the menu changes every 4 weeks and the dishes are always so intriguing and unique!
Read moreThe three course menu costs 33.50€ and you can choose from 3 of each: starter, main, dessert. There are also three side dishes available at an extra cost.
All in all: 5 stars. The service is always super friendly, the atmosphere is quiet and not rushed but most importantly: the food is delicious and filling.
Also make sure to try their homemade kombucha and iced tea!
Updated from previous review on 2023-03-27
Pros: All vegan , Unique flavors
RobinJennifer
Wauw thanks for this amazing review 🥰
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Jaaaazzzzy
Points +38
Different menu every season - Edit
3 course plantbased meal for like €30… its cheap, accessible, great staff, very respectful.
Read moreAll are welcome here. Their menu’s are ALWAYS great and they plate the food incredibly.
Updated from previous review on 2023-06-16
Pros: Menu, Staff, Plating
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Nathann
Points +444
Amazing Food - Edit
The food here was great. Not too much choice on the menu but what they do offer is amazing.
Read moreIt was lovely to eat somewhere which gives off a relaxed pub kind of vibe but still have the best food. The desserts were also fantastic.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Pros: Very nice food, Friendly staff, Relaxed atmosphere
Cons: Small menu
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Robbelsteen
Points +420
Goed eten - Edit
De kaart varieert, dus ik kom alleen wanneer ik deze aansprekend vind. De laatste keer dat ik was, bestelde ik een torentje van tostada's met refried beans, avocadomayonaise en salsa. Erg lekker. Voor toe had ik chocoladecake met aardbeien. Helaas vrij droog en daardoor teleurstellend. De aardbeienbotercrème was wel erg lekker, en maakte de droogheid van de cake minder vervelend 🍰
Read morePros: Eten erg goed bereid, Leuke sfeer en locatie , Vriendelijk personeel
Cons: Cake was droog, Menu is wisselend interessant
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NinaJanssen
Points +24
Heerlijk eten en sympathieke mensen. - Edit
Ik had heel graag nog een nagerecht besteld maar ik was te verzadigd na het geweldige voorgerecht en hoofdgerecht. Top, ik kom heel graag nog eens terug.
Read morePros: Supersmaakvol, Sympathieke medewerkers , Klein maar fijn
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MvanWijhe
Points +34
Fantastic tasting and innovative - Edit
The dishea have great flavour combinations. Especially liked the crispy broccoli and the cheesecake dessert! And they have a cute cat!
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LindavanNeerven
Points +200
Lekkere gerechten en fijne sfeer - Edit
Een gezellig restaurant, klein en sfeervol. Heel vriendelijke mensen en lekkere gerechten op de kaart. Mooi opgemaakte borden en smaakvol eten. Heerlijke taarten die er ook prachtig uitzien.
Read morePros: Fijne sfeer, De opties zijn gevarieerd in smaak, Heerlijke taarten
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IreneJohanna
Points +173
Delicious and original dishes! - Edit
So impressed, everything was so good 😍 definitely have some limoncello if you can.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Not too many options but that means great quality, Lovely decor
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VeganFoodieAmy
Points +418
Heerlijk 🥰 - Edit
VanPlanten is een dikke vette aanrader!! 😍🥰
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