Top 5 vegan shops in Berlin

While it’s not that hard to find good quality veggies in Berlin, it might be a little trickier to discover some proper animal product alternatives - be it vegan 'cheezes', 'tofurkys', nutritional yeasts or much more. While I was scouting for my VeganBerlin map, Marika from the great vegan cafe Plant Base has been searching for other lovely vegan locations. After compiling a list of the best vegan shops in Berlin we would like to share them with you. We’ve put together a list of the best vegan shops in Berlin for vegan food shopping (apart from your local farmer’s markets) - for vegans and also all those looking to lead a more sustainable lifestyle.

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Top 5 vegan shops in Berlin — Also recommended in the VeganBerlin map

Dr Pogo Veganladen-Kollektiv

Visit this friendly collective and browse through their all-vegan grocery store in the beautiful Rixdorf area of Berlin. At this vegan shop, customers can find anything from vegan foods, sweets, cosmetics, homeware, pet food, books and lots more, all available at fair prices. P.S. this vegan collective and shop also run the vegan pizzeria La Stella Nera (an absolute must-visit!)

Karl-Marx-Platz 24, 12043 Berlin (Neukölln), +49 30 53 06 97 94, www.veganladen-kollektiv.net, Station: U7 Karl-Marx-Straße, Mon–Tue, Thu–Fr 9:00–20:00, Wed 12:00–20:00, Sat 9:00–16:00; pic by Gili Chen for Adira be fearless

Der Sache Wegen

Der Sache Wegen is a wonderfully spacious vegan shop that is completely plastic-free. What makes this vegan spot stand out is that it is also 100% animal-cruelty free, palm oil free and only stocks top-quality organic, fairly made products. Visiting this vegan shop is like roaming through a zero-waste wonderland with amazing discoveries that go way beyond food!

Lychener Straße 47, 10437 Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg), +49 30 85 62 61 02, hallo@der-sache-wegen.de, www.der-sache-wegen.de, Station: U2 Eberswalder Straße, Mon–Fr 12:00–20:00, Sat 10:00–18:00; pic by Christiane Sieg

Original Unverpackt

Germany’s first package-free supermarket is a star in Berlin’s zero waste scene. The large choice of nuts, grains and even vegan ice popsicles at this vegan shop is sure to keep you energised! What's more, at this vegan paradise customers can browse for fantastic zero waste souvenirs and gifts such as cups made from recycled coffee grounds or HALM glass straws.

Wiener Straße 16, 10999 Berlin (Kreuzberg), www.original-unverpackt.de, Station: U1 Görlitzer Bahnhof, Mon–Sat 11:00–20:00

Markthalle Neun

Now enter a new exciting area, where the Markthalle Neun - a refurbished historic market hall - stands out as culinary hotspot. Find the different stalls to indulge in amazing vegan burgers, tofuballs and other snacks. If it's Thursday night, things are different as you stumble into Berlin's most famous street food event and the hall stays open til 22:00. In this case, stop by at Holy Everest for some excellent vegan Nepalese.

Eisenbahnstraße 42, 10997 Berlin (Kreuzberg), www.markthalleneun.de, Station: U1, U3 Görlitzer Bahnhof

Zora

Tucked away at the forefront of Zora Supermarket in the bustling Kreuzberg neighborhood, a hidden gem awaits vegan and vegetarian enthusiasts. The market's quick food station exclusively dishes out vegetarian offerings, with a standout selection of samosas that are both affordable and acclaimed as some of the best in Berlin. During the weekends, the menu expands to include exquisite treats such as samosa chaat and pani puri, complemented by aromatic chai. Arrive early to indulge in these culinary delights, as they are known to sell out swiftly, especially given their exceptional value.

Kottbusser Damm 93, 10967 Berlin (Kreuzberg), www.zorastore.eu, +49 30 82 40 95 70 Station: U8 Schönleinstraße, Mon-Sat 9:00–22:00

Marika - who I wrote this article with - is a vegan advocate, chef and the owner of 'Plant Base' in Berlin, Prenzlauer Berg. This bright, friendly spot is an all-vegan-café by day and event space in the evenings. Workshops and events concerning all things veg - in theory, and practice take place here so don't miss out! From vegan dumplings and tofu classes to vegan book clubs, screenings and dating nights - Plant Base nurtures your body, mind and soul.

Prenzlauer Allee 208, 10405 Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg), hello@plantbase.berlin, www.plantbase.berlin, Station: Tram M2 Prenzlauer Allee/ Danziger Straße

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