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Best plant-based food destinations in Africa

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Cape Town
Mountains, Beaches and a Vibrant Culture
7.6
A map from Humane Society International Africa and ProVeg South Africa lists 14 entirely vegan restaurants in the city. It adds 16 other vegan friendly eateries. Recommendations came from the blogger Garth Tavares, known as the Cape Town Vegan. South Africa is among the highest per capita meat consuming countries in Africa.
Highlights:
  • 🍽️ Explore the V&A Waterfront and dine by the sea
  • 🚡 Ride the cable car for breathtaking city views
  • 🥾 Hike to the top of Table Mountain
Nairobi
Where urban life meets wild adventures
6.4
Swahili staples such as maharage, mhogo and sukuma wiki are vegan friendly. Maharage are red beans, mhogo is cassava and sukuma wiki is greens stewed in coconut milk. Artcaffé, Tin Roof Café and Boho Eatery serve plant based breakfasts, burgers and smoothie bowls. Tin Roof Café sources local produce.
Highlights:
  • 🐘 Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and meet baby elephants
  • 🦩 Feed endangered giraffes at the Giraffe Centre
  • 🦒 Go on a safari at Nairobi National Park
Johannesburg
Vibrant city life meets rich history
6.4
A 2019 ranking by Hayes and Jarvis used TripAdvisor data for the 50 most visited cities. It placed Johannesburg among the top 10 most vegan friendly cities in the world. About 15.5 percent of its restaurants offered vegan options. The city also ranked sixth for vegetarian eateries.
Highlights:
  • 🌆 Enjoy panoramic city views from the Carlton Centre top floor
  • 🏠 Take a guided tour of Soweto and visit Mandela House
  • 🏛️ Learn South Africa’s history at the Apartheid Museum
Ghana
Gateway to vibrant African culture
6.9
Red red is a dish of beans and plantain, often eaten plain or with egg. Kelewele is plantain fried in ginger and spices and sold as an evening snack. The Counter Burger at Accra Mall serves what is described as Ghana's first fully vegan burger. Simret Ethiopian in Accra serves lentil and chickpea stews.
Highlights:
  • 🛍️ Explore the vibrant markets of Accra for local crafts
  • 🏰 Tour the historic Cape Coast Castle museum
  • 🌳 Walk the canopy walkway at Kakum National Park
Egypt
Ancient wonders meet desert landscapes
8.0
Koshary is regarded as the national dish and is traditionally free of animal products. It combines macaroni, rice, vermicelli and brown lentils with chickpeas, garlicky tomato sauce and crispy fried onions. Roadside stalls across the country sell it. UNESCO recognised it as intangible cultural heritage in 2025.
Highlights:
  • 🏛️ Explore the ancient temples of Luxor and Karnak
  • 🏊‍♂️ Float effortlessly in Siwa’s salt lakes
  • 🌅 Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza
Eritrea
Ancient heritage meets untouched coastlines
5.6
Orthodox fasting days influence meat free menus in the country. Shiro is a stew of ground chickpeas or broad beans seasoned with berbere or turmeric. It is served on injera, especially on Wednesdays, Fridays and during Lent. Injera is made from teff or a teff sorghum blend and fermented with a starter called ersho.
Highlights:
  • 🤿 Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Dahlak Archipelago
  • 🏢 Explore the historic Fiat Tagliero building’s unique design
  • ⛪ Visit the stunning Eritrea Catholic Cathedral in Asmara
Addis Ababa
Vibrant capital where history meets modernity
8.1
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church advises fasting on Wednesdays and Fridays, about 104 days a year if observed weekly. On fasting days people eat vegan food. Beyaynetu is a platter of vegan sauces and stews served on injera. Shiro is a stew of roasted ground chickpeas, split peas and berbere.
Highlights:
  • 🌄 Climb Mount Entoto for sunrise city panorama
  • 🛍️ Stroll through Merkato, Ethiopia's largest market
  • 🏛️ Explore National Museum, view Lucy fossil
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