Have you wondered if the Greek island of Rhodes is vegan-friendly? With its beautiful Mediterranean flair and clear blue waters, Rhodes shouldn’t be a destination to skip. Even as a vegan. In this ultimate foodie guide, you’ll discover everything you need to know as a vegan in Greece + delicious restaurant (& hotel!) recommendations with plant-based options. Keep on reading for tips & tricks on finding the best vegan food in Rhodes.
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What to Expect
(as a Vegan in Rhodes)
As Greece’s largest Dodecanese island, Rhodes is not only known for beautiful beaches or captivating medieval sites but also for great Mediterranean food and a wide selection of hotels and luxury resorts lining the shores. It’s the perfect destination for a European holiday in the warm country of Greece.
But what about vegan travelers? Is Rhodes/Greece vegan-friendly, and where can you find the best vegan food?
Overall, the relatively small island of Rhodes isn’t necessarily notorious for an established vegan food scene just yet. BUT, there still are several restaurants with mouth-watering vegan options thanks to the growing trend. If you know where to look, you can also find a handful of fully vegan/vegetarian food spots in Rhodes. Besides, Greek cuisine is usually fresh with lots of dishes being accidentally vegan, especially Antipasti – i.e. Dolmadakia (rice-stuffed vine leaves), Gemista (rice-stuffed tomatoes & peppers), Gigantes (butter beans in tomato dill sauce), olives, aubergine salad (dip), fava (split pea dip), and hummus.
However, a real highlight is that Rhodes now has a fully vegan hotel, but more on that later.
Good to know: Since most Greeks are Orthodox, you may encounter the word “nistisimo” while traveling and looking for food. It stands for fasting food, which is mostly without meat or dairy. Dishes labeled this way often happen to be vegan, so keep an eye out for that!
In short, being vegan in Rhodes is very manageable with delicious food to try.
To get ideas and discover some of Rhodes’ best vegan-friendly food spots, keep reading…
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Best Vegan Food in Rhodes
Without further ado, let’s get into the best vegan-friendly food spots in Rhodes, Greece…
ONO & Marouli
Starting, let’s talk about ONO & Marouli’s restaurant in the heart of Old Town Rhodes. Not only are the outdoor seating vibes unmatched with cute fairy lights, but the inside also offers a lovely pop-up-styled store to explore. This fully vegetarian restaurant offers a huge selection of vegan-labeled food on the menu. Here, you can enjoy not only delicious but also gorgeous-looking Mediterranean & trendy food. A definite must when visiting the main city of the island.
T Veg
This fully vegan rooftop restaurant in the city of Lindos is the perfect spot to end the day. If you’re not already staying in Lindos, I highly recommend heading here for at least a day. It’s basically the Santorini of Rhodes and is so enchanting to stroll through. Since T Veg is one of the only fully vegan establishments in Rhodes, it’s a must-visit. Ultimately, you can enjoy delicious vegan Greek food and drinks with an ocean view here.
Annie’s Vegan Food & Bar
Next, we got Annie’s Vegan Food & Bar. This plant-based pop-up food spot has some of the best vegan food in Rhodes in a cozy atmosphere. The mixed plates on the daily menu offer a little bit of everything and are perfect for trying various Greek foods at once. It’s also a lovely spot to spend your afternoon after exploring the Old Town.
Avocado
You’re looking for tasty Greek and Italian food? Head to the restaurant Avocado! Though not a fully vegan place, it has a full vegan section on the menu with a variety of comfort foods. Whether you’re feeling like vegan lasagna, pasta, or something sweet, Avocado’s got you covered. It’s also a good choice if you’re traveling with non-vegan friends since everyone can find something on this menu.
Royo Frozen Yogurt
Another place conveniently located in Old Town and Lindos is Royo. After spending the day exploring Rhodes, it’s the ideal spot to get some ice cream and cool down. They even sell the trendy bubble waffles that happen to be vegan along with a good selection of ice cream flavors.
Tis Màmmis Sou 2D Restaurant
Adding to trendy places in Rhodes, this restaurant is exactly what it sounds like: 2D. The cartoon-themed interior is super instagrammable and makes your food stand out in pictures. And on top of that, it has a decent amount of vegan Greek dishes on the menu. Totally worth adding to your list of vegan places in Rhodes, Greece.
Food Court in Lindos
When in Lindos town, you’ll find numerous food places with different cuisines. And the Food Court is the place for anyone craving vegan Asian or fast food. It has two separate sections/stores and both have vegan-labeled options on the menu. The courtyard itself is a hidden gem with intricate black & white tiles and big windows making it an aesthetic place to eat and hang out.
Rustico
Now, if you’re looking for more Greek food around town, consider Rustico. This restaurant has a lovely outdoor seating patio that invites you to a longer stay with family or friends. On top of that, it offers an extra vegetarian menu with a decent amount of vegan options.
Orexi Rustic Cuisine
Following, we’ve got another Greek restaurant. What makes this place a must-visit is the vegan section on its menu with vegan traditional dishes and Italian comfort food like pasta. The location right by the sea is another plus of eating here.
Ginger
Back to sweet things and refreshers; Ginger is a trendy breakfast and smoothie spot in the town of Lindos. Its convenient location on the way up to the Acropolis makes this the perfect spot to get a drink and have a break. Moreover, they offer really aesthetic smoothie/Açaí bowls served in a coconut dish.
Taqueria Muchachos Rhodes
Lastly, are you in the mood for Mexican food? Then this taqueria spot will be your best friend. Though there are only a limited amount of vegan options available, the food is tasty and the vibes are super fun. It’s great for night hangouts with friends and brings the Latin flair to the small island of Rhodes.
Where to Stay in Rhodes – vegan edition
If you haven’t found the right place to stay in Rhodes yet, don’t worry! One of the best things you can do on a lazy holiday in Greece is to book a hotel with breakfast & dinner included. This way, you don’t have to worry about leaving the resort to go on a food hunt. And as a vegan, finding the right place to stay is crucial. Luckily, Rhodes has several trendy hotels with an adapted vegan-friendly kitchen and labeled options on their buffets.
Down below you’ll find two recommendations of places to stay to make your vacation in Rhodes easier and a culinary delight!
GOJI Vegan Hotel
As the name of this hotel already suggests, this is an exclusively vegan hotel located in Ialysos near Rhodes Old Town. It’s Rhodes’ very first vegan hotel and offers a plant-based restaurant & snack bar with traditional Greek dishes turned vegan. This sustainable hotel is perfect for all the vegans out there who want to have everything in one place without having to worry about where to eat. Ultimately, the question of where to eat vegan in Rhodes can be answered with this one location. I highly recommend checking it out!
Elissa Lifestyle Resort
When we were in Greece, we stayed at Elissa Lifestyle Resort – a super trendy and newly renovated adults-only resort in Kallithea. The breakfast and dinner buffet always had a decent selection of vegan items such as cereals, potatoes, vegan dips & cheese, wraps, pasta dishes, and so on. Additionally, Elissa shares a pool bar called Street Food Hub with Helea (the family-friendly counterpart of Elissa). This Street Food Hub offers labeled vegan food like chimichangas or burgers – a definite must-go! Besides, the resort has a few other restaurants that usually have at least one vegan dish on the menu.
That concludes the ultimate vegan guide to Rhodes!
Though it might not seem that way at first, Rhodes offers plenty of vegan food to explore – as long as you know where to look. With this guide, you should definitely be set to find the best vegan food in Rhodes and answer the question of “Is Rhodes vegan-friendly?” once and for all.
Please also share your suggestions for vegan food spots in the comments! 🙂
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Okay but all of these look INSANE. This is great – sending this to my vegan friends, who are always talking about going to Greece but worried about the food 🙂
Yum! So many delicious plant-based options to add to the list if I ever make it to Rhodes! I was particularly enticed by Royo Frozen Yogurt, looks so good!
I’m not vegan but it is good to know that Rhodes is vegan-friendly as I have a number of friends who are and they would find this post extremely helpful.
Niiice! You found sooo many tasty looking options for vegans and well, everyone that likes veggies! The Goji vegan hotel looks lovely!
I am totally not a vegan, but this food looks delicious.
Loved this! I’m a vegan and this all makes me want to plan a trip to Greece soon lol. That frozen yogurt place looks amazinggg
I peeked through the Avocado Restaurant’s IG because it definitely caught my attention and their food looks amazing!! Really good choices added here. Love it!
Great post!!