14 October 2024 | Gastronomy
If you're visiting beautiful San Sebastián and staying at Zinema7 Hotel, you're likely enjoying a cinematic-themed experience like no other. But where do you eat when you're a fan of a healthy lifestyle, or simply want a break from Iberian ham and seafood delicacies? Enter our star-studded selection of vegetarian restaurants in Donostia. These spots will take you on a flavorful journey worthy of a Hollywood film. Lights, camera, action... and broccoli!
Fresh Green
Don’t worry, you don’t have to be as extreme as Joaquin Phoenix (though we have to admit, his vegan choices are on point). We’re about to recommend three places that would make Keanu Reeves recharge his zen energy in style, and a fourth café where you can start your day with a breakfast worthy of an Oscar.
Choosing a vegetarian restaurant in Donostia is easier than ever, and these places prove that plant-based cuisine can be just as satisfying as any other. It doesn’t matter if you're a full-time vegan, a part-time vegetarian, or simply curious—Donostia's green culinary scene will let you enjoy without sacrificing flavor.
First on our list is Fresh Green, a bit like that indie film that may not have dazzling special effects, but it hits you right in the heart. With a seasonally changing menu full of local, fresh products, this vegetarian restaurant in Donostia specializes in healthy, delicious dishes that won't make you miss meat. From creative salads to more filling options like quinoa burgers, this spot has it all.
One dish that could bring a tear to Julia Roberts' eye? Definitely the Buddha Bowl: a colorful explosion of flavors that makes you feel like you’ve won your own award for best food choice. Fresh Green takes care of every detail, making it a perfect choice for vegans, vegetarians, and curious foodies alike.
If this were a movie, this would be where Brad Pitt in Fight Club takes a breather before his next "round," sipping on a green smoothie. Because yes, being vegan can definitely give you power!
Where is Fresh Green?
C. Jose Miguel Barandiaran, 22, bajo (Donostia)
If you’d like to take a culinary world tour without leaving San Sebastián, then the next stop is Mapa Verde, a restaurant that—true to its name—takes you around the globe with plant-based flavors. From Asian-inspired dishes to Mediterranean and Latin American creations, this place has something for everyone.
If Quentin Tarantino had directed Eat, Pray, Love, this is where Julia Roberts would have indulged during her "Eat" phase. A vegetarian restaurant that not only satisfies your taste buds but also your adventurous spirit. Don’t worry, there are no stunt doubles needed here, just fresh ingredients and simple yet flavorful dishes.
What should you order? The Buddha Bowls and its potatoes. We promise they’re a party in your mouth—the kind of dish that leaves a sequel in your memory. And for dessert, don’t miss their carrot cake; you'd swear Wes Anderson himself baked it in a perfectly symmetrical kitchen.
Where is Mapa Verde?
Trueba Kalea, 4 (Donostia)
Orburu
Does the typical scene of a fancy restaurant where everything feels a bit too perfect ring a bell? Well, Orburu is the vegetarian restaurant in Donostia that takes that concept and makes it much more laid-back and approachable. Here, fine dining meets simplicity, resulting in a seasonal menu full of complex yet accessible flavors.
It’s the kind of place where Meryl Streep would take a break after a long day of filming, enjoying a mushroom risotto that would make any Italian chef rethink their life choices. Orburu strikes that balance between sophistication and comfort, where even meat-eaters will walk away surprised and satisfied.
And if you’re all about exclusive experiences, their tasting menu is a true masterpiece. Intense flavors and diverse textures that will make you feel like you’re in the middle of a culinary scene from an auteur film. The only drama here will be deciding which dish was your favorite.
Calle Matia 5 (Callejón Cruz Roja) (Donostia)
Because we know that after a night out enjoying Donostia, you deserve a breakfast that makes you feel like Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s (but with more avocado and less croissants). At Alabama Café Donostia, you'll find a menu full of healthy options to kickstart your day with energy.
This cozy café is perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone who wants to treat themselves to a flavorful breakfast. From avocado toast to açaí bowls, it’s the ideal spot to sit down with a good coffee (or matcha tea) and enjoy a meal worthy of a magazine cover. Picture Ryan Gosling swinging by to recharge before his next scene. You might not run into any movie stars, but after breakfast at Alabama Café, you'll certainly feel like one!
San Frantzisko Kalea, 45 (Donostia)
If cinema is the best way to tell stories, vegetarian restaurants in Donostia are the best way to narrate your gastronomic adventures. We've taken you on a little tour of some of the best spots in town for plant-based dining, but the story doesn’t end here. Like in any good movie, a sequel is always welcome. And with such a rich culinary offering, you'll surely want to come back for more.
So, the next time you're staying at Zinema7, don't hesitate to ask for recommendations or book a table at one of these spots. May the (plant-based) force be with you!
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