Looking for the best vegan restaurants in Cusco during your visit to the Andean Inca capital? Whether you’re a dedicated vegan or simply seeking plant-based meals while exploring the city, Cusco has an impressive selection of vegan-friendly eateries that cater to every taste. From hearty Peruvian-inspired dishes to international flavors, this ancient city nestled in the Andes is a surprising hotspot for vegan cuisine. In this guide, we’ll explore the top vegan restaurants in Cusco, where you can indulge in delicious, healthy meals while soaking in the local culture.
1. Green Point
Green Point is the finest vegan restaurant in Cusco with a surprising variety of choices, where the dishes taste as good as they look, and where every meal is made with attention. It located in the traditional San Blas neighborhood, nearby downtown Cusco.
- Tip 1: Add a delicious juicy chocolate fruit-smoothie or even kombucha.
- Tip 2: On your way-out grab a vegan chocolate trufa (truffle) (and, thank me later!).
- Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00am to 10:00pm
- Address: Calle Carmen Bajo 235, Cusco
- Cuisine: Healthy, organic, and sustainable food.
2. Chia Vegan Restaurant
This vegan restaurant is also located within San Blas, but with a twist as they have a roof terrace which is the perfect place for happy hour drinks and a healthy dinner. They also have gluten free options.
Chia is producing organic, natural, vegan food in Cusco in a cozy aesthetic.
- Favorite dish: This is a huge portion so order wisely! The grill platter for two is my recommendation, but make sure you bring a friend. Full of different kinds of veggies and tofu with great spices added. You are spending 30-50 sols here.
- Hours: Monday to Sunday from 10;00am to 11:00pm
- Address: Calle Carmen Alto 133, Cusco
- Cuisine: Healthy, organic, fusion Latin and Peruvian food.
3. Vida Vegan Bistro
Another spot which has vegan food with a view, if you get there early enough enjoy dinner while watching the sunset on the small balcony. Serving amazing vegan dishes, including a vegan version of ceviche which due to the seaweed tastes like the real thing! They serve vegan Peruvian dishes, so as a vegan we are not missing out on the Andean flavors.
- Tip: This restaurant produces the best vegan Pisco sour in Cusco!
- Hours: Monday to Sunday from 12:00PM to 10:00pm
- Address: Calle Palacio 122 segundo piso Costado de la piedra 12 ángulos y costado del hotel monasterio, Cusco.
- Cuisine: Healthy, organic, and sustainable food.
4. Green Falafel
This restaurant is just up one of the cobbled streets by San Blas; it is a family run restaurant that even has a dog upstairs that lays in the sun. They offer pizza and falafel. You can add extras to your falafel pitas such as avocado, papas and salad. They have a range of options for vegans and specialize in healthy food. They also have a stall in San Blas market which is slightly cheaper but has smaller portions. The salsa is great. Plus on the menu they have the story of how the restaurant started from a dream, if you see a lady serving your food this is the owner who started up this restaurant and takes great pride in her work.
For 26 soles you get a falafel wrap which includes crispy sweet potato fries, a palta salad and homemade lemonade to drink.
- Tip: Add their homemade Kombucha to help you digest your meal! Maracuya is my favorite flavor.
- Hours: Sunday 11:00am to 9:00pm, Monday to Saturday 10:30am-9:00pm
- Address: Calle Siete Angelitos 662 Antiguamente restaurante Sumaq II, Cusco
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, European.
5. Parada Vegana
This terrace restaurant is located in a small plaza giving it an Italian feel. Plus the servers are super helpful with recommendations. This is another vegan restaurant where you can order traditional Peruvian dishes with a vegan twist. You can choose from a variation of veggie bowls with different sauces. They also do take out in sustainable packaging.
- Tip: The vegan pad Thai here is unbeatable! Price: 30 soles. End your meal with vegan ice cream.
- Hours: Sunday closed; Monday to Saturday 9:00am-9:00pm
- Address: Calle San Andrés 481, Cusco
- Cuisine: Organic, healthy and Vegan.
A Few Special Tips
Sweet treat: Chocolate Museum Cusco, Located by the Plaza El Regocijo
This chocolate tour and cafe is in the corner of the plaza, offering tours and chocolate making classes which are vegan friendly. Go upstairs and try the free dark chocolate. Due to the high quality of the chocolate the majority contain no milk or preservatives. The free samples include Peruvian chocolate bars, chocolate spreads, and even chocolate liqueurs. Plus they have a new beauty range which includes face cream and lotions with natural products.
Lunch Tip: Vegan restaurant San Blas Marcado – Govinda Lila
This is a stand in the San Blas market, only open between 12 and three. It is a hidden jewel. Servicing all vegan dishes, falafel, lasagna and burgers. For 15 soles you get a drink, quinoa soup and segundos (main dishes).
Favorite dish:
Falafel – S/. 15: This falafel wrap includes an avocado salad and a pesto salsa. Alongside papas frites. Plus for an extra 5 sol check out her homemade vegan brownies.
Tip: Walk a few stands further to grab a healthy juice-mix for approximately S/. 5 with ingredients of your choice. How about a papaya, banana, strawberry, carrot, beet juice with a shot of honey?
Dessert Tip: The San Blas Falafel restaurant which has the perfect brownie.
The perfect after lunch treat is a vegan chocolate banana brownie. This moist treat is super yummy and healthy! The banana makes it delicious. Plus it is handmade by the owner who is super proud of her recipe. For only 5 sols this brownie could be yours!
Cusco is also a great place for foodies as there is a good selection of really nice (vegan) restaurants as you have seen with this list List Best Vegan Restaurants in Cusco. Together with the endless opportunities for sightseeing and having fun, Cusco is the perfect destination in Peru to learn Spanish and to explore while travelling in Peru.
