Why Visit Squamish?
Squamish is a beautiful mountain town just north of Vancouver, British Columbia. For years, people only passed through on their way to Whistler. Today, Squamish is a destination in its own right.
Known as the Outdoor Capital of Canada, Squamish offers:
- Towering mountains
- Forest trails and waterfalls
- Ocean views along Howe Sound
- Rock climbing, hiking, biking, and water sports
And the best part?
Squamish is becoming more and more vegan-friendly.
How Vegan-Friendly Is Squamish?
We’ll be honest — Squamish is not a fully vegan city like Portland or Vancouver. But it is a town where vegan options are growing fast.
You’ll find:
- 100% vegan food trucks
- Cafés with clearly marked vegan dishes
- Restaurants happy to veganize meals
- Health food stores and vegan grocery options
Supermarkets are also well stocked with plant-based foods.
How This Guide Is Organized
To make things easy, we’ve grouped restaurants by area:
- Downtown Squamish
- Garibaldi Estates
- Brackendale
- Industrial Area
- Valleycliffe
100% Vegan Restaurants in Squamish
Buddha-Full (Food Bus)
➡️ Buddha-Full
A double-decker vegan food bus serving wraps, bowls, smoothies, and smoothie bowls. The open-air top deck makes this a fun and unique place to eat.
The Green Moustache (Downtown)
➡️ The Green Moustache
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A popular healthy café serving plant-based meals, juices, and gluten-free options. Great for lunch or takeaway if you’re heading north to Whistler.
Vegan-Friendly Restaurants – Downtown Squamish
Saha Eatery
Mediterranean food with many naturally vegan dishes. Staff are knowledgeable and happy to help. The lunch platters are especially good value.
Fox & Oak
Coffee, donuts, and always at least one vegan option. Their vegan cinnamon rolls are a favorite.
Zephyr Café
A lively café with marked vegan dishes, non-dairy milks, and live music. A local favorite for coffee, casual meals, and community vibes.
Sunflower Bakery
Now under new ownership and offering excellent vegan baked goods, including donuts, sandwiches, and sweet treats.
Joe Pesto’s Pizzeria
Wood-fired pizza with vegan cheese available. Almost every pizza can be made vegan.
Indian Spice Cuisine
Indian cuisine with many vegan dishes. Staff are helpful — just ask which items are fully plant-based.
Taka Ramen + Sushi
A great ramen spot with a dedicated veggie menu and vegan-friendly options.
➡️ Green Olive
Mediterranean café & grocery
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Excellent vegan sandwiches and Mediterranean products. Staff understand vegan needs well.
➡️ Flipside Burgers
Falafel burger and vegan aioli available. Located near a cidery.
➡️ Samurai Sushi
Marked vegan options including donburi, rolls, and agedashi tofu.
➡️ Caffe Garibaldi
Inside the Adventure Centre. Vegan baked goods and non-dairy milks.
Vegan-Friendly Restaurants – Garibaldi Estates
Essence of India
Clearly labeled vegan dishes and rich, flavorful curries. A favorite among locals.
Locavore Bar & Grill
Multiple vegan meals, vegan cheese, and even vegan Baileys. Great outdoor space and family-friendly.
Alice & Brohm
Ice cream shop offering vegan coconut-based options (note: shared equipment).
➡️ Pepe’s Chophouse
Steakhouse (vegan options available)
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Some dishes can be veganised — ask before ordering.
➡️ Squamish Valley Golf Club
Surprisingly vegan-friendly with bowls and pasta nights.
➡️ Cloudburst Café
Café
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Non-dairy milks and vegan snacks. Shared patio with Locavore.
Vegan-Friendly Restaurants – Brackendale
The Crabapple Café
A rustic café known for vegan breakfasts and lunches.
Fergie’s Café
A popular brunch spot offering vegan brunch items and special vegan dinners.
The Watershed Grill
Riverside dining with marked vegan dishes and beautiful views.
Vegan-Friendly Restaurants – Industrial Area
Noodlebox
Customizable noodle bowls with many vegan options.
The Chopped Leaf
Build-your-own salads, wraps, and bowls with vegan proteins.
Indian Masala Express
Indian food with many vegan dishes and a large patio.
Northyards Cider Co.
Craft cider with vegan mac and cheese and vegan cheese platters.
➡️ Luz Tacos
Mexican food truck
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Many veganisable tacos with soya chunks.
Vegan-Friendly Restaurants – Valleycliffe
➡️ The Backyard
Pub-style food
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Vegan pizza, salads, and hummus with mountain views.
➡️ Kululu Café
Japanese-inspired café
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Clearly marked vegan bowls and noodles. Amazing views of the Chief.
Vegan Shopping & Grocery Options in Squamish
Plant X
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A large vegan grocery store with snacks, meals, and specialty products.
Kitchen Quickies
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Prepared vegan foods, smoothies, and health items.
➡️ Solfeggio
Wholesale vegan desserts loved across the Sea-to-Sky region.
➡️ Be Clean Naturally
Vegan household and personal care products.
Vegan Professionals & Community
- Vegan-owned businesses – Will is a very experienced mountain bike repairer and he is available to fix your mountain bike!
- Squamish Vegans Facebook Group
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