If you think being a vegetarian or a vegan is difficult, try being one in Lebanon; the country is essentially obsessed with meat – both raw and skewered. If you are sick of ordering fries and salads every time you got out, I suggest you take a look at this list. Here are our picks for vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Lebanon:
The Olive Tree
The Olive Tree is a cozy little diner that offers vegan, organic, and gluten-free delicacies. It opened back in 2012, and was the first exclusively vegetarian/vegan organic kitchen in Beirut.
Coara is a health food restaurant that offers healthy vegan and organic food made with ingredients right from their own farming fields; all in an outdoorsy setting with beautiful landscape and scenery. Established in 2012, it won the NOWARA award for best women’s economic initiative. They host cooking classes, retreats and events. A truly authentic Lebanese experience.
Aunty Salwa
Aunty Salwa is not an exclusively vegetarian restaurant, but is still a popular vegetarian destination. It serves Middle Eastern and Lebanese dishes – hearty, healthy, and homemade.
If you’re not in the mood to go out, or prefer to eat at home – I got you covered. At A New Earth, you’ll find almost anything! You’ll find organic, gluten-free, vegan, low-sodium, and low-fat items to create your own meal. Enjoy.