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3 Vegan Sushi Spots in Barcelona I’d Go Back To
Barcelona surprised me with some of the best vegan sushi I’ve had while traveling, from creative rolls to Japanese-Spanish fusion and even sweet dessert sushi.
After several trips to Barcelona, Veganashi is my pick for creative sushi, Desoriente stands out for its unique fusion dishes, and Modoki is the place for Japanese street food and handmade mochi.
1. Veganashi
Veganashi is my top pick for creative vegan sushi in Barcelona. What stood out to me most was the unusual combinations and colorful wholegrain rice, including black and red rice.
We ordered the Súper Combo Degustación, a 32-piece mix of maki, sushi, and nigiri. Alongside classics like avocado, there were more creative combinations with ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes and cream cheese.
We also tried the Bikinashi, a sushi sandwich made with red rice, and the Sushirito, a cross between sushi and a burrito. The Bikinashi got a little messy and started falling apart as I ate it, but both tasted great.
Save room for dessert! My favorite was the Mini Platacao, a sweet sushi made with rice, banana, and chocolate. It was my first time trying dessert sushi, and it’s still one of the things that makes Veganashi stand out from the other vegan sushi restaurants I tried in Barcelona.
2. Modoki Funky Roll
Despite the name, I wouldn’t choose Modoki Funky Roll primarily for its sushi. The highlight for me was the Japanese street food, handmade mochi, and fun Japanese-inspired atmosphere, they even had the cutest chopsticks!
We tried their watermelon “tuna” sushi, but I found it a little ordinary compared to the sushi at Veganashi and Desoriente. I much preferred the Yakitori Karaage, which came with a potato salad that balanced out the strong flavors of the skewers really well.
The real reason I’d return, though, is the mochi. We chose the matcha filling, and I loved the combination of its soft, chewy texture and matcha flavor. If you want to try vegan Japanese food beyond sushi, Modoki is the most interesting of the three.
3. Desoriente
It took me about four trips to Barcelona to finally visit Desoriente, as it’s a little outside the city center, but I’m glad I did. Their menu combines Japanese, Indian, and Spanish influences, making it the most unique of the vegan sushi restaurants I tried.
We ordered the Rock & Roll Sushi, which had a flavorful, meaty filling and was recommended without soy sauce so we could taste the flavors of the roll itself.
My only disappointment was that there wasn’t a mixed sushi platter, so you have to commit to one type or order several if you want to try different rolls.
I also loved how easy it was to share everything here. They even split one portion of ramen into two bowls for us, which meant we could try more dishes. If you don’t mind venturing a little farther from central Barcelona, Desoriente is my pick for creative fusion food.
Plan the Rest of Your Vegan Food Trip to Barcelona
Vegan sushi is only one of the things worth trying while you’re in Barcelona. I’d also make time for vegan tapas, grab some plant-based treats while exploring the city, and try at least one of Barcelona’s vegan cafés.
Since quite a few vegan restaurants have closed in recent years, I recently went through my recommendations and updated them to include the places that are still open.
Next, check out my guide to vegan restaurants in Barcelona for the places I recommend for tapas, international food, quick snacks, sweets, and more.
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Tina Riegelnegg
Tina Riegelnegg is the founder of Veganderlust. She's a vegan with wanderlust, who shares tips and stories from her travels to 31 countries as a vegan minimalist. After 2.5 years of full-time travel with just a personal item-sized bag, she’s now based in Vienna, helping fellow travelers explore the world with ease and compassion.
