Looking back a mere 5-10 years in Downtown Canmore Alberta, finding a meat-free dish in Canmore let alone the Bow Valley, was a hard thing to come by. Nestled in the Rockies not far from the farming fields of Calgary, our quaint little mountain mining town left much to be desired for those choosing to follow a plant-based diet. Nowadays, plant-based options are on the rise in Canmore, as more people are choosing to live with a plant slant rather than dining on beef and swine.
Bow Valley Locals and visitors from abroad can now enjoy plant based meals in Downtown Canmore whether they visit the modern upscale tabletops at Four Two Nine Six, to quaint but filling cafes such as Communitea and Harvest, following a plant-based diet while visiting Downtown Canmore has never been easier!
Top Places to Eat Plant Based in Downtown Canmore
Four Two Nine Six
Is 4296 a vegan restaurant? They’ll tell you that the answer is no, but their main philosophy is – and will always be – to provide an elevated dining experience that every guest to their establishment can enjoy, without ever having to compromise. Veg focused guests to Four Two Nine Six can enjoy a play on crudités with a plant based hand-held Caesar salad to start, the 100% plant based KFC SSÄM with kimchi & “egg” fried rice, and top it all off with the 4296 Verrine. This incredible dessert brings us back to our childhood featuring layers of a wonderful passionfruit & almond ganache, a decadent and 100% vegan & gluten free chocolate hazelnut mousse, followed by a salted caramel and vanilla rum cookie crumble. It’s probably best to wear your favourite dad jeans to this dinner, you’ll be thankful for the room!
Communitea Cafe
A fan-favourite and long-time locals choice, Communitea Cafe is Canmore’s fresh, healthy, and vibrant cafe nestled in Downtown Canmore. One of the first food and beverage establishments in town to offer vegan and vegetarian options, the menu at Communitea Cafe caters first and foremost to those who are plant-based. Of course, those who prefer a little more *ahem* protein can add their choice to any dish on the menu. From Buddha bowls to burritos and burgers, Communitea Cafe has plenty of choices to curb any hungry traveller’s appetite.
Harvest Cafe Canmore
Breakfast lovers rejoice, this popular breakfast spot for locals and visitors alike now has plant-based breakfast options that don’t ask you to compromise! Harvest Cafe not only offers some sweet treats that are vegan – such as the date square and to-die-for zucchini chocolate chip banana bread – they are now offering breakfast modifications to create the perfect plant-based meal. Plant slant guests can enjoy their breakfast with the vegan/ vegetarian friendly Just Egg and Plant-Based Cheese.
Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co.
Who doesn’t love a good slice of ‘za?! Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co. has a farm to pizza food philosophy which means that they focus on using local and organic produce in-house, supporting over 50 farmers & suppliers since 2004! There are three vegetarian options on the menu that are pre-built, or guests can choose to build their own with plant-based cheese. The best part? They offer plant-based vegan ranch by Boccalino’s for the ranch lovers out there!
Uprising Bakery
Uprising Bakery Fans – have we got some news for you! Not only does Uprising have a beautiful new location but they also offer a vegan sandwich that is sure to tickle your taste buds. Their new home features wall-to-wall windows with beautiful mountain views and a small outdoor patio. Plant-based visitors can enjoy a delicious beet & veggie burger filled with fresh feta, bakery-made seasoned cream cheese and greens on a soft fluffy and pillowy beet burger bun. For those who would prefer to mooo-ve on from dairy products, try the Toasted Avocado-Tofu Sourdough Sandwich. This triple-decker features seasoned baked tofu, bakery-made pickled onions, creamy avocado with leafy greens and dijon for a wonderfully hearty & healthy vegan sandwich that we think you’ll go Gaga for!
Canary Coffee
Not just a coffee shop, Canary has delicious frozen treats and a wicked tofu sandwich perfect for hungry hikers. Stop by their downtown location for the perfect lunchtime pairing of iced coffee, a hearty sammy, and fro-yo.
Cabeza Grande
Cabeza Grande, conveniently located just off the downtown main square, is the perfect location for tacos and tequila. Spend a hot sunny summer day on their fun and vibrant patio, enjoying delicious tacos, guacamole, and a marg or two. They have plenty of choices for vegetarians and vegans on their menu, such as the Barbacoa Mushroom tacos and the Crispy Avocado tacos. Enjoying these tasty treats on Main Street will have you saying Olé!
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