Great Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants In Kolkata India

Kolkata has plenty of options if you are looking for vegetarian and vegan food. We have compiled a list of the city’s best restaurant options across cuisines for vegetarians.

1. Cream Centre

Restaurant, Indian, Vegetarian

This vegetarian multi-cuisine restaurant has something to offer everyone. From vegetarian kebabs and North Indian-style curries to pizzas, sandwiches, and soups to enchiladas and nachos, the food on offer at Cream Centre is very likely to have all your cravings fulfilled. Their sizzlers, particularly their signature Paneer ka baap sizzler, are a huge hit among patrons.

2. Bombay Shiv Sagar

Restaurant, Indian

This is undoubtedly one of the city’s most popular vegetarian restaurants, offering everything from Mumbai’s favorite snack pav bhaji to South Indian uthappams. With efficient service, affordable pricing, and delicious vegetarian dishes from around the country, this no-frills restaurant is guaranteed to leave you satisfied.

3. The Yellow Chilli

Restaurant, Vegetarian, Indian

The Yellow Chilli serves some of Kolkata’s finest Mughalai and Punjabi cuisine in a modest, no-frills setting with great service and affordable prices. The thali meals are satisfying, delicious, and a great way to sample pretty much everything the restaurant has to offer. If you are looking for a lighter meal, their kebabs and snacks are particularly delicious—try the Tandoori Broccoli or the Harippa Paneer Tikka.

5. Baati Chokha

Restaurant, Indian, Vegetarian

This themed restaurant will transport you to rural North India with its striking décor, traditional food, and warm service. Offering a variety of classic Rajasthani vegetarian dishes served in clay pots, Baati Chokha is comfort food central for vegetarians in the city. Try the special Baati Chokha combo for a satisfying meal comprising of baati (hard wheat bread) and a choice of accompanying curries.

6. Banana Leaf

Cafe, Restaurant, Market, Indian, Vegan, Vegetarian

For delicious South Indian vegetarian food, look no further than Banana Leaf. From crispy dosas to savory pongal to thali meals, there’s nothing you will not find here. Be sure to try their heady filter coffee for a delightful pick me up.

7. Casa Kitchen

Restaurant, Indian, Contemporary

From masala dosas and kebabs to pastas and spectacular desserts, Casa Kitchen offers a fantastic range of delicious, freshly cooked vegetarian food. The multi-cuisine restaurant also has a full bar and is among the city’s best spots for a reasonably priced and pleasant dining experience.

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