World-famous Ibiza is one of the top holiday destinations in the whole of Europe, with millions of tourists descending on the Spanish island every year. In 2016, Ibiza Spotlight reported that a record-breaking 7.1 million people made the journey over to the “White Isle.”
The island is widely thought of as the place-to-be throughout the Summer months, with tourists eagerly flying over to soak up the sun, party in the nightclubs, and take in the gorgeous scenery.“All-night raver, boho-cool hippy, blissed-out beach lover — Ibiza is all this and more to the many, many fans who have soft spot for the Balearics’ party-hard sister,” notes leading travel publication Lonely Planet.
But whether you’re in Ibiza to party, to relax and enjoy the island’s beautiful scenery, or just to spend quality time in the sun with family and friends, you’ll need to refuel. And like many other holiday destinations in Europe, Ibiza has plenty of vegan-friendly restaurants catering to the growing consumer demand for plant-based foods.
Ibiza Spotlight notes, “more and more people are embracing the vegan lifestyle, and Ibiza is no exception with some excellent vegan and vegan-friendly restaurants around.” It continues, “Eating a plant-based diet on this island is easy with some outstanding places offering truly inventive dishes.”
Here is the ultimate guide to the very best vegan-friendly restaurants in one of Europe’s most sought-after partying destinations; each serves fresh, beautifully presented, plant-based food that is so tasty, you won’t want to go home.
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Vegan Restaurants in Ibiza
1. Simbiosis
Established back in the 1990s, Simbiosis was the very first vegan restaurant in Ibiza, according to Ibiza Spotlight. It serves a multitude of plant-based dishes, including homemade pad thai, mushroom croquettes, and raw lasagne. It doesn’t re-open for the season until April, but it’s worth the wait.
“The cuisine is a fusion of Mediterranean, Asian, Mexican, and Indian,” Ibiza Spotlight says. “[It’s] mostly gluten-free, plus has a macrobiotic dish of the day – in other words, a vegan paradise.”
Check it out here.
2. Koko Smooth
Koko Smooth’s veggie and vegan dishes are creative, fresh, and beautifully presented. According to the restaurants Facebook page, it’s on a mission “to spread the well being through our delicious menu available to everyone, and support our consciousness to the environment.”
The restaurant is a hit on restaurant locator site Happy Cow. One reviewer posted, “[Koko Smooth] serves crazy good quality food.” They added, “All handmade, all presented beautifully and all delicious!”
Check it out here.
3. Om Sweet Home
According to Happy Cow, all of the dishes at this restaurant are meat-free, and pretty much everything can be made vegan (if it’s not completely plant-based already, that is). According to reviewers on the restaurant locator’s website, the staff are friendly, the food is tasty, and there is a nice outdoor seating area where you can soak up the sun.
Check it out here.
4. Vegan Point
Located near the Sunset Strip, Vegan Point offers a variety of plant-based dishes, including burgers, salads, and paninis, as well as a changing menu of specials. One reviewer on Happy Cow stated, “Wow, what an absolutely gorgeous vegan restaurant that hands down has some of the BEST vegan food I have ever tasted!” If you want to try it for yourself — and you should — check ahead, as the opening hours are seasonal.
Check it out here.
5. Wild Beets
Wild Beets focuses on creating raw, plant-based cuisine. According to the restaurant’s website, as well as great, tasty food, it wants to help educate people on the power of diet. It notes, “We’re here to facilitate an awareness of the role food has in our lives and to create a place for conscious eating — and, of course, to serve up some deliciousness too!”
Check it out here.
6. Aubergine
Not everything at Aubergine, a farm-to-table restaurant, is vegan-friendly, however, the menu is packed with plant-based options made with fresh ingredients. It serves everything from veggie burgers to Buddha bowls in a “chic and rural” setting. According to its website, Aubergine is one for those “who want to enjoy the quiet and slow pace of the north of the island.”
“This was a fantastic place with a lovely ambiance outside and delicious food,” said one Happy Cow reviewer. Another added, “We really liked the look and feel of this restaurant. Really beautiful surrounded by nature, peaceful, and quiet.”
Check it out here.
7. Passion
With six locations across the island, Passion is a popular choice for many tourists visiting Ibiza. Not every menu option is vegan-friendly, but there is still lots to choose from. If you’re just looking for somewhere to stop and have a breather, you could try a selection of the restaurant’s juices. Its cold-pressed medicinal blends will you feeling “lighter, more energised, and mentally refreshed,” according to the website.
Check it out here.
8. Honest Bar
Founded by a gardener and a nutritionist, Honest Bar specializes in vegan, vegetarian, and raw alkaline food. All of the menu items — including raw fruit ice cream, vegetable burritos, courgette spaghetti, and raw organic fruit cakes — are made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.
Its website notes, “what started out as a personal desire and enthusiastic passion for quality vegetarian and vegan restaurant food options on this beautiful island, has turned into a thriving family-owned coffee shop.” It continues, “We take great pride in offering you only the freshest organic foods and maintaining a high standard of service.”
Check it out here.
9. Nude Cafe
Located in the center of Ibiza Town, Nude Cafe offers a selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes made with healthy, fresh locally-sourced ingredients. Try one of its juicy smoothies or its vegan version of traditional Spanish pinxos. It also serves a selection of craft beers for customers to sip on while they soak up the glorious Spanish sun.
Check it out here.
10. Bambuddha
According to Ibiza Spotlight, Bambuddha has “great ambiance, groovy music, and exquisite cocktails,” and it offers an array of vegan options. It re-opens in April to serve its delicious locally-sourced sustainably-produced meals, including the Green Papaya Salad, Miso Aubergine, Indonesia Laksa, and Wok Seared Vegetables. Ibiza Spotlight recommends ordering double the amount you think you need, as “even the non-vegans end up loving those plant-based dishes the best.”
Check it out here.
11. Los Otros
Los Otros is a chilled-out family-led business with two locations in Ibiza; the first of which is a concept store in Sant Joan, featuring a large open terrace restaurant, and the second is a Harbour Boutique Restaurant in Santa Eulalia. Its menu is packed with veggie and plant-based dishes, including avocado on toast, mixed mushroom on toast, and acai bowls with toasted coconut.
Check it out here.
12. Cositaricas
Specializing predominantly in fish and plant-based dishes, Cositaricas is a hit with vegans and non-vegans alike. Its fresh and organic food is highly rated; one reviewer on Happy Cow stated, “Nice little restaurant in Ibiza centre, very welcoming and friendly staff, menu has a vegan section, clearly marked vegan dishes, we had a scrumptious vegan lasagna, roasted vegetables and hummus with pita.”
Check it out here.
13. Acai&Me
As the name suggests, Acai&Me specializes in acai bowls but also serves juices and smoothies. Its fresh, healthy dishes are topped with a variety of plant-based ingredients, including nuts, fruits, and seeds.
One satisfied customer posted on HappyCow, “[i] went here yesterday for an acai bowl and it was absolutely extraordinario. The bowl was delicious and so fresh.” Another added, “What a refreshment. I had sunset with added Goji berries and it was incredible. Totally recommending it.”
Check it out here.
14. Casita Verde
Casita Verde is more than just a plant-based restaurant, situated near the San Jose valley, the establishment is an eco-education center, teaching visitors about sustainable living. Every Sunday, it opens to host studies on healthy food prep, as well as recycling and alternative energy. Between 2 and 4 pm it serves a variety of vegan food and drink to guests, including its own fruit jams and homemade aloe vera juice.
Casita Verde’s vision, it notes on its website, is to help “create a more sustainable world where people want to belong.” It adds, “We offer visitors a unique experience, participation, education and preparation for adopting a more fulfilling and ecological lifestyle.”
Check it out here.
15. Can Vegetable
Founded in 2017, Can Vegetable specializes in vegan dishes, pastries, and snacks. Customers can enjoy everything from vegan croissants to burgers to vegan ravioli out on the sun deck; according to one HappyCow reviewer, there’s even a plant-based cheese platter on offer. Another added that Can Vegetable gave them “the best vegan burger I have had” and others commented on how tasty and well presented the food is.
Check it out here.
Image Credit: Passion Cafe
