I once sat down at a restaurant with three friends, watched everyone stare at the menu for five minutes, and then realised I was the only one who needed to check every ingredient. That is exactly what Veganees avoids.
It is on Wibautstraat in Amsterdam-Oost — eastern Amsterdam — at number 95, right next to Wibautstraat metro station and the University of Applied Sciences. The spot has a big, sunny terrace, and it shows up as one of those places you save for lunch, an after-work drink (the Dutch call it a borrel), or a relaxed dinner.
The menu moves through Asia without stopping long in any one country. There is Korean fried cauliflower with gochujang, gyoza with ginger and ponzu, wontons with crispy chili, and dandan noodles in a creamy sesame sauce.
Want something bigger? Miso ramen, gado gado, mapo tofu, and Peking pancakes made with oyster mushroom, cucumber, chives, and chili are all on the board.
Coming with a group? The streetfood basket does the work for you. Or go for the Favorites Menu — no endless choosing, just a table that fills up fast. The best part: nobody needs convincing about vegan food here. You order first, mention later that everything is plant-based.
The Golden Hour
Early evening on the terrace. The street outside starts to slow down and the light hits the tables just right. Something crispy in front of you, a drink beside it — this is where Amsterdam Oost feels easy.
FAQ
Where exactly is Veganees?
Wibautstraat 95, Amsterdam-Oost. Walk out of Wibautstraat metro station and it is right there.
Is everything on the menu vegan?
Yes. Every dish at Veganees is fully plant-based.
Can non-vegans enjoy the food?
Absolutely. The whole point, as I see it, is that nobody notices they are eating vegan until someone mentions it afterward.
Some spots make you explain your food choices before ordering. Veganees lets you eat first and talk later — which feels like progress to me.