The world has been witnessing a vegan revolution and Dubai is a leading light of this movement. As people lean more towards plant-based dining experiences, the city’s top chefs are pulling out all the stops to showcase their veggie-forward creations.
Get ready to discover Dubai’s top MICHELIN-recommended spots for vegan dishes.
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The world’s first and only vegetarian Indian MICHELIN star fine dining experience also caters to vegan diners upon request. In this intimate restaurant, located in Dubai Hills Estate, each dish arrives with an explanation of the ingredients and origin, often with a personal anecdote from chef Rahul Rana. Their vibrant menu showcases ‘The Six Tastes in Ayurveda’ featuring six outstanding flavours: kashaya (astringent), madhura (sweet), lavana (salty), tikta (bitter), amla (sour) and katu (pungent).
Hakkasan
The one MICHELIN star Hakkasan attracts diners with its modern take on Cantonese cuisine, using innovative techniques and the finest quality ingredients. Guests can expect a world-class fine dining experience in a sophisticated and glamorous setting, complete with a full vegan and vegetarian menu. Begin your culinary journey with a lavish vegan steamed dim sum platter, followed by the four-style vegetable stir-fry, featuring shimeji, tofu, asparagus and yam bean, each crafted with traditional techniques.
Boca
Tucked away in the lively DIFC, Boca is a modern Spanish restaurant with a strong commitment to sustainability and numerous plant-based options. Some of the standouts of the vegan menu include the hearty lion’s mane mushrooms, served with Jerusalem artichoke, crispy onion and chimichurri, and the artichoke, featuring tender, vibrant flavours of mojo picon and green mojo, with a refreshing hint of mint.
CÉ LA VI
One of the city’s liveliest hotspots, this MICHELIN-selected restaurant is renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views and contemporary Asian cuisine. If you can steal yourself away from the views, you’ll discover a vegan menu brimming with tempting options. The cauliflower steak is a satisfying meat-free dish, while the coconut raspberry panna cotta offers a sweet, creamy finale to your escape in the clouds.
Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Dubai
Colourful traditional dishes and organic ingredients combine in the beautiful simplicity of Tuscan cooking at this MICHELIN-selected Italian bistro. Set in Jumeirah Al Naseem resort, their plant-based menu highlights the versatility of vegan ingredients. Focusing on natural flora and home-grown seasonal vegetables, the mezzamanica alla bolognese di funghi is a standout dish, delivering the same richness as the Italian classic.
Demon Duck by Alvin Leung
Despite its name, Demon Duck offers far more than its signature slow-roasted duck, unveiling a menu teeming with artistry, innovation and much-loved Asian classics. As the brainchild of chef Alvin Leung, both meat-eaters and vegans will be well looked after, with vegan dishes including the spicy salt and pepper tofu and melt-in-your-mouth roast eggplant, drenched in sweet miso sauce and sprinkled with crunchy almonds.Illustration Image: CÉ LA VI
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