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"Vegan and Vegetarian Dining Spotlight: Edmonton's Best Plant-Based Protein Dishes!"
"Vegan and Vegetarian Dining Spotlight: Edmonton's Best Plant-Based Protein Dishes!"
"Vegan and Vegetarian Dining Spotlight: Edmonton's Best Plant-Based Protein Dishes!"
Discover the top vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Edmonton serving up delicious plant-based protein dishes! 🌱 #VeganEatsYEG
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May 11, 2026
It's monday.... Love plant-based Cuisine?
well.....lets dig in! |
Edmonton is redefining its food culture with a surge in plant-based protein dishes, making the city a haven for both vegans and vegetarians.
Newcomer Punjabi Chaap Corner brings a fresh take on Indian cuisine by featuring chaap, a savory soy-based meat alternative, at its Parsons Road SW location.
Downtown, the beloved Moth Cafe on Jasper Ave delivers a 100% plant-based menu, offering dishes from raw entrees to gluten-free delights like the Moth Spaghetti and Big Moth Burger.
Whyte Avenue’s Café Mosaics stands as a pillar in Edmonton’s vegetarian scene, celebrated for creative plates like the Spicy Bomb Burger and Laughing Monkey Hotpot.
Restaurants such as Cactus Club Cafe, Seitan's, and Loma House round out the city’s bold shift, ensuring flavorful, protein-rich plant-based options are always on the menu for everyone. Read More... |
(Free tastings/samples where noted)🍟🥂 | ||
Food and Drink |
Sunroom Dinner Pop-up at Lucky Supermarket – Central Vietnam Heritage: This month's Sunroom pop-up highlights Central Vietnamese cuisine, drawing on flavours from Huế and the coastal cities. Bold, layered dishes in a casual supermarket setting. Happening Friday evening. Date: Friday, May 15, 2026 Location: Lucky Supermarket (check listing for address) Cost: Check listing for pricing Click for details
Indigenous Taste with Shane Chartrand – Old Strathcona Farmers Market: Every Wednesday evening, Indigenous chef Shane Chartrand runs an after-hours multi-course dinner sourced entirely from market vendors. Each meal is paired with stories about the history and traditions behind the ingredients. Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 (weekly) Location: Old Strathcona Farmers Market, 10310 83 Ave NW Cost: Check listing for pricing Click for details
Indian-Inspired Cooking Class with Chef Kathryn Joel: Join chef-owner Kathryn Joel for a hands-on class featuring Butter Chicken with saffron rice and Aloo Gobi. Running Wednesday through Friday this week. Date: Wednesday, May 13 – Friday, May 15, 2026 Location: Check listing for location Cost: Check listing for pricing Click for details
Edmonton Riverboat Excursion: A 90-minute cruise along the North Saskatchewan River with dining options, drinks, and live music. A relaxed weekday evening activity with views of the river valley and city skyline. Date: Select evenings, May 11–15, 2026 Location: Departs from the Edmonton riverfront Cost: Check listing for pricing Click for details
Bountiful Farmers Market – Food Hall: Beyond fresh produce, Bountiful has an ethnic food hall and a range of food and drink vendors. Good for a weekday lunch or early evening stop. Date: Monday, May 11 – Friday, May 15, 2026 Location: South Edmonton Cost: Free admission Click for details |
(Discounted drinks – no free options typically)😋🥳 | ||
Happy hours |
Añejo: Daily happy hour from 3–5 PM and again from 10 PM until close, with $7 margaritas, $4 tacos, and 50% off tequila. One of the more consistent deals in the city. Date: Daily, Monday–Friday Location: 10341 82 Ave NW (Old Strathcona) and other locations Cost: Pay per item Click for details
Beer Revolution: Monday to Friday happy hour from 3–6 PM, with selected craft brews at $6 and pizza deals. A solid stop in the Brewery District. Date: Monday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 PM Location: Beer Revolution, 10340 105 St NW (Brewery District) Cost: Pay per item Click for details
The Common: Tuesday to Friday from 3–6 PM, with a special appetizer menu including poutine, mac and cheese, and truffle popcorn at reduced prices. Date: Tuesday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 PM Location: The Common, 9910 109 St NW Cost: Pay per item Click for details
Vons Steakhouse & Oyster Bar: Happy hour Tuesday to Friday from 4–6 PM in both the restaurant and oyster bar. A good option if you want something more sit-down. Date: Tuesday–Friday, 4:00–6:00 PM Location: Vons Steakhouse & Oyster Bar, 10309 81 Ave NW (Whyte Ave) Cost: Pay per item Click for details
El Furniture Warehouse: Consistently one of Edmonton's top-rated happy hour spots, with low-cost food and drinks throughout the day and evening. Good for groups. Date: Daily Location: El Furniture Warehouse, 10314 82 Ave NW Cost: Pay per item Click for details |
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