25 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in East York

“Sat night at local perfect way to escape the winter blahs. We had dinner and drinks and everyone loved their dinner. Jackie was awesome! Helpful with suggestions and just the right level of service!

The spice levels on the blackened chicken in enchiladas and spicy chicken sandwiches was more than expected but it was good!

There's now a kids menu which made the kids happy!“

“My husband & I came for an early dinner on a weekday to have the quarter chicken dinner special as this is our favourite location where we always came as a family when our kids were younger.
Everything was fantastic! The food was hot & delicious, and the service was great!
We will be coming back with our grandson very soon!“

“This has to be one of the best stops for Fish & Chips in the city. I had one piece of halibut and chips. It was a very large portion of fish - which justified the higher price for the meal. I certainly felt that I had received good value. It was not over battered and it was still light and crispy. I asked for well done chips and that's exactly how they came. This will become a regular stop for me.“

“Great service always. Variety of desserts. Good quality. Lots of products. Great custom birthday cakes“

“The food is consistently delicious full of authentic flavour and generous portions. Everything was well seasoned and fresh. Manager Tee was very good, friendly, and made the experience even better with great service. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to!“

“We had such a great experience at this breakfast spot! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly, even during a busy rush. Everything—from the perfectly cooked eggs to the steak tasted homemade and comforting.

What really made the visit exceptional was our server, Kayla. She was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly from the moment we sat down. She checked in often without hovering, kept our coffee filled, and made thoughtful recommendations that ended up being spot-on. Her positive energy added so much to the overall experience.

It’s rare to find service this consistently good, and Kayla truly elevated our morning. We’ll definitely be back—and we’ll be asking for her!“

“We had an appointment and we're early, so we decided to check out the Cafe. We ordered our food, and then realized that I'd forgotten my wallet in the car, parked a distance away. The woman behind the counter generously gave us our meals free of charge. This rarely happens in our world anymore. We have gratitude and we are thankful that there are still beautiful, giving human beings out there. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
LEE knapp“

“Breakfast is amazing and just the right portion. Love the old diner feel the place has. Must go and check it out. They typically close at 4pm and closed on Mondays.“

“I went for a quick meal in mid-afternoon. I had the lamb and chicken combo which came with a side of green salad and rice. I chose not to have the rice. To my surprise I was I was charged less than what the price stated on the menu. The chicken and the lamb were both tender and spiced just right. I was very impressed by the quality of the food - fresh, clean and very tasty. For a quick and inexpensive meal, I highly recommend Afghan Cuisine on Overlea Blvd.“

“Genuniely amazing pizza and sauce, I bought a medium pizza with one sauce and he ended up giving me an extra one... they are very very nice here, I recommend.

My favourite part was the homemade garlic sauce, its sooo much better than the big pizza companies.

Pizza is best eaten straight away but I did heat up some today and it was still good.“

“The food was really good, and their fries were really crunchy! The service was great! The location was awkward. The parking was bad. The atmosphere was loud. Disappointing that they charged extra for peanut butter but not jam. All in all, it was good.“

“What a gem! Bravo to the people who work there! I have ate a whole pizza to myself now 2 days in a row 🙃 I had the cowspiracy, the tour de france, and I shared the Dino bones pizza lol I love different things. I also love quality good deals. This was it! One of the best things I have ever had and I almost feel you all have up my flavor pallette 👌💯🙌“

“The best SHAWARMA EVER keep up the good work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻many thanks 🌺“

“I walked into this quaint Chinese food restaurant and was immediately teleported to the 80’s and 90’s. Not sure how i missed this gem, living in Leaside for a few years now. Even the prices are from the past. Food is great, with proper flavouring and consistency. I asked the lady who took my order how long this place has been here, and was astonished to learn since 1957! My new go to Chinese food. Love it!“

“This is a gem. The owner, Fen, serves you and she's very warm, friendly and accommodating. I'm the kind of patron servers try to avoid because I always want to switch ingredients. Only broccoli and mushroom with my bean curd? No problem! Normally a place will just leave out the other ingredients and not compensate for their absence, but clearly, as the photo shows, it's not how they operate here.

Most of their business is take out, so the place has been exceptionally quiet every time I've come, which is nice. The menu is well organized and easy to navigate.

The pricing is very reasonable and the portions are quite large, but on top of everything the food texture is appropriately firm (not mushy, like some places... You actually need to chew your broccoli here!) and the flavor is excellent.“

“If we are not making our vegan pizza at home, we get it from Pizza Nova, and have ordered from many different locations. It's very often hit and miss. Sometimes it's great, and sometimes it's horrible. Not for Leaside, however. Every time we have ordered from there, the pizza is great, crust was crunchy, sauce was good, and the toppings fresh; the store is clean, and the staff is super-friendly. They smile, welcome you, and talk to you. They genuinely look happy to see their customers, and that's what it's all about. Best Pizza Nova location for us!“

“Food is fresh and delivered quickly and still hot.“

“A gem. Generous on everything you think somebody might skimp on. Picked up and ate at a East York Civic Center picnic table.“

“Great food, great prices, great service, and, very clean.“

“Absolutely delicious food, wonderful staff too. Highly recommend!“

“Back in the day from 2003-2013, I used to work at the hospital around the corner. This place was a staple for me. Very generous pies and an even nicer middle eastern man (possibly Iranian) who was the owner. Price point was always dynamite. Drove by the other day and it brought back memories.“

“Total delicious awesomeness of bite sized belly filling comfort food.“

“I always order pizza from Watan Grill Pizza, and they never disappoint! Their service is fast and efficient, making every order a pleasant experience. I recently tried their Tandoori Pizza, and it was absolutely delicious—bursting with unique flavors that set it apart from other places. The quality of the pizza is consistently top-notch, with fresh ingredients that make all the difference. I’m truly impressed with the taste and overall dining experience. Thank you, Watan Grill Pizza, for offering such amazing food and excellent service. Highly recommended!“

“I order pizza from this restaurant almost every week, and they never disappoint! The pizza is always hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The staff are incredibly respectful and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. I truly appreciate their consistent quality and service. Highly recommend!“

“I rarely dine in but order for delivery frequently. The portions are of a good size and most dishes I’ve had are very tasty. I particularly enjoy beef with snow peas and almonds. Delivery is prompt, polite and professional when done by the restaurant itself.“