Cathy MerrittI’m one of the people who believe that brunch is the best meal of the day. But sometimes when I’m with friends, it’s tricky to find a brunch spot that works for all of us because some of them are vegans and most brunch spots are not.
Fortunately, vegan brunch spots are now popping up all over Toronto. Even the established restaurants now have a dedicated brunch menu.
If you’re a vegan yourself or if you have a vegan friend, here are some of the best vegan brunch spots in Toronto!
Planta
Address: 180 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3X3, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Wednesday—11:30 am to 9 pm
- Thursday to Saturday—11:30 am to 10 pm
Contact Number: +16478121210
If you can only visit one vegan brunch spot in this list, let it be Planta. This restaurant chain is popular all over North America; in fact, there are several locations all over the continent, with two of them in Toronto alone.
The menu here is filled with interesting dishes that you can’t help but be intrigued about. For example, there’s an unagi nigiri sushi that’s made with eggplant and miso truffle.
There’s also a Caesar salad with mushroom bacon, smoked tempeh, and capers.
For your drink, you can opt for the Vietnamese iced coffee. Or if you’re in a cocktail mood, indulge in the endless brunch cocktail.
| Pro Tip: Planning a brunch party with your loved ones? You might be interested in booking any of Planta’s two Toronto venues! Check this page to learn more. |
Evviva
Address: 25 Lower Simcoe St, Toronto, ON M5J 3A1, Canada
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday—7 am to 2:30 pm
Contact Number: +16473514040
Evviva features an eclectic interior design. It’s vibrant, breezy, and elegant at the same time!
Because of this, it’s easy to feel at ease when dining here for brunch.
This restaurant has a dedicated vegan menu for vegan brunch enthusiasts. You can find a variety of vegan omelet options, which are served with home fries and fresh green salad.
If you want something more filling, try the Vegan Slam Platter. It comes with vegan eggs, two strips of crispy soy bacon, a Beyond Meat sausage patty, vegan buttered toast, herbed home fries, and fresh green salad.
When it comes to your beverage, you can’t go wrong with the Kombucha mimosa. If you like something hot, order the vegan latte or the vegan hot chocolate.
| Pro Tip: This spot can get really busy, especially during brunch. To secure your spot, you should book a reservation ahead of time. |
Kupfert and Kim
Address: 140 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5V 2L4, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—8:30 am to 9 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—10:30 am to 8 pm
Contact Number: Spadina Ave: +14165042206
Kupfert and Kim is another popular plant-based restaurant in Toronto. In fact, it’s so popular that it has several locations within the city!
The shakshuka is a must-try. It’s savory and spicy at the same time.
Another great option is the Savory Waffle, which is served with guacamole, scrambled tofu, pickled onions, and kimchi. It’s an explosion of flavors, for sure!
If you prefer a sweet dish for brunch, you might like K&K Waffle, a gluten-free waffle that’s topped with organic blueberries, hemp seeds, and coconut-cashew cream.
| Pro Tip: Looking for a fun gift for your fellow vegan brunch enthusiast? Then, you might want to purchase a gift card from Kupfert and Kim. |
Rosalinda Restaurant
Address: 133 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2L3, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Saturday—12 to 9 pm
- Closed on Sunday and Monday
Contact Number: +14169070650
Located in downtown Toronto, Rosalinda Restaurant is known for its lively wines, delicious plant-based dishes, and vibrant dining atmosphere.
You can start your meal with Rosa’s Nachos, which is topped with butternut queso, cashew crema, pico de gallo, jalapeño, and cilantro. For your main course, try the Rosa Burger (the patty is made with black beans, grains, and brown rice).
You can also opt for the prix fixe meal that’s available only around brunch/lunch. With this option, you’ll be served with multiple courses, so you’ll really be full afterward.
| Pro Tip: If you are planning to try the prix fixe meal, be aware that substitutions for certain ingredients aren’t allowed. |
Animal Liberation Kitchen
Address: 100 Broadview Ave Unit 202, Toronto, ON M4M 3H3, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday—10 am to 3 pm
- Thursday and Sunday—10 am to 2 pm
- Saturday—9:30 am to 2 pm
- Closed on Monday
Contact Number: +16475702355
Animal Liberation Kitchen is a family-run business that has captured the attention of vegan brunch enthusiasts. After all, the menu is filled with a good variety of dishes, and they’re reasonably priced!
One that you should try here is the chickpea mashed avocado wrap. It’s savory perfection, plus it’s healthy!
Other must-try dishes are the jackfruit shawarma or the Greek Bowl (quinoa, Beyond Meat sausage, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers).
If you have a sweet tooth, then you should also try the raw carrot cake with cashew frosting. It’s dense, slightly crunchy, and has the right amount of sweetness.
| Pro Tip: Animal Liberation Kitchen offers catering services for special events like weddings and birthdays. If you’re interested, you should send an email to [email protected]. |
Tsuchi Cafe
Address: 109 McCaul St, Toronto, ON M5T 3K5, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday—9 am to 3 pm
- Tuesday to Friday—9 am to 5 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—10 am to 3 pm
Contact Number: +14165910863
If you’re a big fan of Japanese cuisine, then you might like Tsuchi Cafe. This cafe serves your favorite Japanese treats—but with a vegan twist!
You might want to try the karaage, which is made up of five pieces of “chicken” with homemade mayo. Another dish you might like is the onigiri set, which has two pieces of onigiri, miso soup, and more.
If you like anything sweet, then you should go for the matcha tiramisu, tiramisu tart, or the miso caramel bread pudding.
| Pro Tip: If you like any of the desserts, you might be interested in pre-ordering the whole cake. You need at least two days before you can get the cake from the shop. |
Vegan Danish Bakery on Queen
Address: 1312 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L4, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Wednesday to Sunday—12 to 6 pm
- Closed on Monday and Tuesday
Contact Number: +16473521312
The Vegan Danish Bakery on Queen is a dainty little place, and it’s perfect if you’re looking for a quiet brunch experience. It also specializes in pastries and desserts, so people with a sweet tooth will love it here.
For a satisfying meal, try the BLT sandwich, which has vegan bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes on sourdough bread. The Danish pâté sandwich, with its vegetable pâté and drizzle of Danish Remoulade, is another great option as well.
For dessert, you have many options. You might like the butter tart, peanut butter cups, or pecan pumpkin spice muffin.
| Pro Tip: You can order a whole cake here, and you can customize the size. You can even request it to be gluten-free. Check this page to see what flavors are available. |
The Grapefruit Moon
Address: 968 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3G4, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday, Thursday, and Friday—9 am to 4 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—10 am to 3 pm
- Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday
Contact Number: +14165349056
The Grapefruit Moon is mostly known for being a watering hole, but it’s also a wonderful brunch spot. It boasts a casual, down-to-earth atmosphere with a menu full of comfort food and microbrews.
This restaurant is technically not fully vegan, but it does have some vegan options. One such option is the Vegan Morrow, which has seasoned tofu, sauteed veggies, and scrambled with vegan cheese.
Moon Breakfast and Breakfast Burrito are also great options. Both dishes traditionally have eggs in them, but you can request them to use vegan eggs instead.
| Pro Tips: Do you have a beautiful voice? This restaurant hosts Monday Open Mics, so you show off your voice and sing a tune during this event! If you’re planning a party, you can book this restaurant as a venue. |
KASPACE Cafe
Address: 1183 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1L6, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Friday—10 am to 6 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—10 am to 5 pm
- Closed on Monday
Contact Number: +16475750877
If you’re looking for a brunch spot with chill vibes, then KASPACE Cafe is where you should go.
The food here is inspired by Jamaican cuisine. One of its bestsellers is the vegan scramble, which has scrambled tofu and vegan cheese and served with potato hash.
Another popular dish is ackee brunch, which has traditional Jamaican sautéed ackee.
For your drinks, you might want to try Jamaican guava juice or lychee lemonade.
| Pro Tip: KASPACE Cafe offers catering services that are perfect for any special event. If you’re interested, check this page to learn more about the terms and conditions of their catering services. |
Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar
Address: 101 Eglinton Ave E, Toronto, ON M4P 1H4, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—11 am to 9:30 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—10:30 am to 9:30 pm
Contact Number: +16477895480
Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar started as a humble juice bar in 1999, and decades later, it’s now a beloved spot for vegan brunch. The dishes here are all plant-based with modern twists.
The Big Breakfast Plate is the best option if you’re starving. The plate is filled with Just Egg Omelet, house-made fries, toast with vegan herb spread, and a green salad with bold lemon dressing.
If you prefer a sweet brunch, then you should get the yogurt and granola bowl, which has vanilla coconut yogurt and topped with banana, fresh berries, and house-made granola.
For your drink, you can go for the fresh juice or indulge in any of the brunch cocktails (mimosa is a bestseller here).
| Pro Tip: This restaurant has a brunch bundle where you can pair a drink and a dish for a fixed price! |
Gia Restaurant
Address: 1214 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X5, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday and Wednesday—5:30 to 10 pm
- Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday—12 to 2:30 pm, 5:30 to 10 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—11 am to 2:45 pm, 5 to 10 pm
Contact Number: +14165358888
Gia Restaurant has been recognized and recommended by the Michelin Guide, so you can expect nothing but greatness here.
You can start your meal with “meatballs” (it’s made with Impossible Meat and textured soy protein) or Baby Gem Salad (served with pistachio vinaigrette). For your main course, the Brunch Rigatoni Bolognese is especially filling.
To wash everything down, order a cocktail. A must-try is the fig-thyme mimosa or The Gialinni (peach, peach schnapps, and prosecco). There are also non-alcoholic drinks if that’s what you prefer.
| Pro Tips: Keep in mind that since the restaurant is relatively small, you only have two hours to enjoy your brunch. If you’re planning a brunch with a group, do it on a Sunday or any of the weekdays (Monday to Thursday). The restaurant doesn’t allow parties larger than five on Fridays and Saturdays. |
Hawker
Address: 291 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2M2, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Wednesday and Thursday—5 to 10 pm
- Friday—5 to 11 pm
- Saturday—11 am to 3 pm, 5 to 11 pm
- Sunday—11 am to 3 pm, 5 to 9 pm
Contact Number: +14166281905
At Hawker, you’ll truly feel like you’re one with nature. The color palette is very muted (lots of beige and green), and there are nature-themed decorations scattered throughout.
Brunch is only available on the weekend, and the menu is a prix fixe. It comes with six courses that are inspired by Indian cuisine.
The dishes being offered change every time, so you never know what to expect when dining here!
If you can afford to splurge even more, you can book the Chef’s Table Tasting Experience. You’ll be seated at the bar-style counter, allowing you to see the chef as they prepare your food in the open kitchen.
| Pro Tip: Gift your friend a gift card from Hawker! |
Copper Branch
Address: Commerce Court West, 199 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5L 1E2, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—11 am to 3 pm
- Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Contact Number: +14167922982
At Copper Branch, you can indulge in delicious brunch items in an elegant setting!
This spot is widely known for its Power Bowls. With this bowl, you can choose your base (brown rice, mixed lettuce, and quinoa) and your protein (tempeh, shiitake teriyaki, falafel, and tofu cubes).
Aside from Power Bowls, you might like to try vegan burgers.
The Galaxy Burger is especially tantalizing. It’s made with oven-roasted portobello mushroom, zucchini, caramelized onions, lettuce, and garlic aioli.
Your brunch won’t be complete without a drink. Try any of the smoothies, especially Edison (it’s blueberries, strawberries, bananas, hemp seeds, organic chai, and almond milk).
| Pro Tip: This restaurant offers catering services for parties and other events. |
Impact Kitchen
Address: 88 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 0B6, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—8 am to 9 pm
- Saturday—9 am to 9 pm
- Sunday—9 am to 8 pm
Contact Number: +14163061986
Impact Kitchen was founded by a former personal trainer and nutrition expert, which is why the dishes here are nutritious. They’re also delicious, which is just as important!
The great thing about this restaurant is that there’s a good variety on the menu. Most of the dishes are gluten-free, while some are paleo and vegan.
One dish you might want to try is the Hero Power Bowl, which is filled with all sorts of vegetables and then tossed in pesto dressing.
The kale Caesar salad is another good option. It tastes zesty, making it a perfect salad to eat during summer.
For your dessert, get the raw chocolate chip cookie or the protein cookie.
| Pro Tips: You can book the restaurant’s catering services for your event. Send an inquiry via this form to glean more details. This restaurant also has subscription services if you’re interested. These subscription services are for coffee and tea, broth, and protein powders. |
King’s Cafe
Address: 192 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L6, Canada
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday—11:30 am to 8:30 pm
- Saturday and Sunday—11:30 am to 7:30 pm
Contact Number: +14165911340
Located in Toronto’s Kensington Chinatown area, Kings Cafe offers dishes from different Asian cuisines, specifically Chinese, Japanese, and Indian. Most of the dishes are either vegetarian or vegan.
You can indulge in any of the sushi options. Vegetable temaki is nutritious and tasty, and mango sushi is perfect if you want some zest and sweetness to your sushi.
If you want something with protein, try the Wunagi Sushi (it has special fried beancurd crumbs).
(According to the menu on UberEats, that’s the name of the dish. See the picture below.)
For your main course, you can’t go wrong with the teriyaki mushroom cutlets or vegetable curry with mushrooms. The Szechuan-style tofu is another great option if you can handle the heat (be warned because the sauce is incredibly spicy!).
| Pro Tips: If you want to recreate your orders at home, you can purchase vegan ingredients from this restaurant. Additionally, some recipes are available on the website. |
