The best restaurants in Erfurt for vegan dining

Green Republic – 100 % vegan soul food in Erfurt

Green Republic is Erfurt’s first vegan bistro and one of the top spots for quick, tasty plant-based soul food. The menu includes burgers (e.g., Beyond Cheeze, chicken-style), Vöner (classic with homemade seitan gyros, falafel Vöner, grill-steak Vöner), wraps (pulled jack, chili, chicken-style), fresh salads, weekly changing soups, snacks, and hand-cut organic fries. You’ll also find loaded fries (e.g., with Beyond Meat or homemade soy steak) and creamy tiramisu for dessert. Green Republic is one of the best places in Erfurt to eat vegan.

*Hours & offerings may vary – please check current details on the website/Instagram.

Green Bistro – Turkish cuisine with clearly labeled vegan options

Green Bistro is a Turkish snack bar/restaurant in Erfurt’s Old Town with clearly marked vegan dishes. The compact menu includes a vegan sandwich or a vegan roll (each with iceberg lettuce, cucumber, tomato, onion, arugula, flatbread & sauce of your choice), plus seitan kebab, a falafel plate, salads, fries, and several vegan sauces. Ideal for a quick, affordable lunch or a late-night snack. Green Bistro is one of the best places in Erfurt to eat vegan.

*Hours & offerings may vary – please check current notes on site/online.

Pho45 – authentic Vietnamese cuisine with vegan options

Pho45 is a cozy Vietnamese restaurant on two floors (70+ seats) right in Erfurt’s Old Town. The menu features traditional dishes, including several clearly marked vegan options. Examples include an aromatic phở with shiitake, vegetables & tofu, glass noodle salad, refreshing spring/summer rolls with rice noodles, salad, vegetables, mango & sesame, vegan bao buns (filled with mushrooms & vegetables), plus vegan dumplings/dim sum or a vegan tapas mix. Perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner in a pleasant atmosphere. Pho45 is one of the spots in Erfurt to eat vegan.

*Hours & offerings may vary – please check current details on the website/Instagram.

Restaurant “Jedermann” – Thuringian cuisine with vegan options (Old Town)

Restaurant “Jedermann” serves traditional Thuringian cuisine in a cozy setting – and also offers clearly labeled vegan options. Located in the Old Town, close to the city park and the Old Opera, it has two dining rooms (about 35 seats each) and a sun-shaded terrace (about 60 seats). Ideal for a relaxed Sunday lunch or a weekday dinner. Jedermann is a great place to enjoy vegan food in Erfurt.

Menu examples (vegan-labeled / vegan on request): 3 Thuringian dumplings – filled with carrot, spinach & mushrooms (vegan version without horseradish sauce); cauliflower–barley burger with wild-garlic cream & a large side salad; fregola with tomato-based Mediterranean vegetables. Tip: check the daily menu online (including holiday menu) and look for vegan markings.

*Labels & recipes may vary (e.g., sauces). Please ask on site about vegan versions.

Cognito Freshfood – bowls, curries, panini & more (Old Town)

Cognito Freshfood is located right in Erfurt’s Old Town and stands for fresh, mindful food with many vegan (and partly gluten-free) options. Their hand-drawn menus include soups, freshly grilled panini, burgers, bowls, curries, plus fresh juices, coffee & cake. Examples: the vegan “Live” sandwich (walnut baguette, spinach–almond spread, walnut–beet spread, falafel balls & avocado), carrot–ginger soup, red lentil soup, Indian vegan curry, lentil dal, or an avocado bowl. Bowl bases include noodles, jasmine rice, or fresh salad. Cognito is one of the best places in Erfurt to eat vegan.

*Pay attention to “vegan”/“gluten-free” markings; recipes & hours may vary – please check current details on site/online.