Craving a delicious meal but tired of the usual meat-filled fare? Don’t worry, your taste buds are in for a treat! Tokyo, despite its reputation for meat-heavy cuisine, boasts a growing number of fantastic vegan restaurants offering takeout options, perfect for indulging in healthy and flavorful dishes during these unusual times.
Plant-Based Burgers, Pastries, and More
Missing the comfort of a classic burger? Look no further than Superiority Burger, a New York City import that has taken Tokyo by storm. Their signature Superiority Burger (¥800) is a revelation, boasting a spicy plant-based patty that’s indistinguishable from its meaty counterparts. Complete your meal with a side of garlic confit and paprika hot sauce-infused broccoli salad for a truly satisfying experience.
Craving something sweet? Alaska Zwei offers a mouthwatering array of vegan baked goods, with no butter, milk, eggs, or animal products in sight. Indulge in their delightful bagels, chocolate cornets, cinnamon buns, and muffins, or venture into their creative pastry selection featuring tofu katsu focaccia and miso cream sandwiches.
Bentos, Bowls, and Izakaya Delights
Want a healthy and balanced meal on the go? Sasaya Cafe offers weekly-changing takeout menus, showcasing nutritious bento boxes perfect for a quick yet satisfying lunch or dinner. Prices range from ¥1,100 to ¥1,350 for bento boxes, while salads and sandwiches are priced around ¥800.
Longing for the vibrant flavors of Japanese soul food? Izakaya Masaka has you covered! This vegan izakaya has captured hearts with its inventive meatless reinventions of Japanese classics. Don’t miss the karaage (fried chicken) bento (¥900) featuring crispy vegan karaage, rice, veggies, pickles, and soup. Choose from five delectable flavors: Chinese black vinegar, Sichuan spicy hot, sweet and sour, radish with ponzu, or teriyaki with mayo.
Global Vegan Delights: From Falafel to Burgers
In the mood for a culinary adventure? Cori offers a wide variety of vegan dishes to satisfy every craving. Indulge in a grilled vegetable salad (¥1,350), teriyaki tofu plate (¥950), soy chicken burgers (¥1,500), or veggie mapo rice (¥1,200). All burgers and plate meals come with a side of freshly baked homemade fries.
Seeking a taste of the Mediterranean? Ballon serves voluminous falafel sandwiches – or as they call it, vegan fast food – in three sizes: small (¥550), regular (¥780), and large (¥1,180). Customize your sandwich with your favorite veggies or opt for the falafel salad bowl for a gluten-free option. Don’t miss their vegan soft serve – a guilt-free dessert free of eggs, dairy, and refined sugars.
Creative and Delicious: Vegan Classics Reimagined
Craving a unique and flavorful experience? Shibuya Loft’s newest restaurant offers “healthy junk food” made entirely with plant-based ingredients. Indulge in a vegan egg salad sandwich (¥518) between fluffy doughnut buns, a spicy mazesoba (¥968) with brown rice noodles and plenty of veggies, or a rich and flavorful butter chicken curry (¥988).
For a comforting and nostalgic treat, head to Asakusa’s small vegan cafe. They specialize in vegan nikuman steamed buns, using soy meat and veggies to recreate this classic street food. Choose from four delicious flavors: vegetables (¥340), soy meat (¥380), mala (¥360), and curry (¥360). Indulge in their mouthwatering sweets like strawberry shortcake (¥750), rich tiramisu cake (¥650), colorful rainbow cake (¥880), or trendy cheese cream drinks (from ¥600) all crafted without dairy.
From burgers to izakaya delights, Tokyo’s vegan scene has something for everyone. So next time you’re craving a delicious and satisfying meal, consider exploring the city’s fantastic vegan takeout options. You won’t be disappointed!
