What HappyCow is
HappyCow has been the go-to vegan and vegetarian restaurant finder for years, with a large, crowd-sourced global database, user reviews, and listings across most major cities worldwide. Its scale is a genuine strength, especially while traveling somewhere new.
Veggie Places vs HappyCow
| Veggie Places | HappyCow | |
|---|---|---|
| Global coverage | Smaller, growing database | Very large, established worldwide |
| Curation | Curated by the app's own team | Crowd-sourced and user-reviewed |
| Ads | No ads | Ads on the free tier |
| Healthy-eating articles | Yes, built in | Not a core feature |
| Made by | A team of vegans and vegetarians | A dedicated vegan travel and lifestyle company |
When HappyCow might be the better choice
Traveling somewhere with a small or new listing on Veggie Places, a big city abroad, a country with little existing coverage, HappyCow's scale and years of crowd-sourced listings genuinely give it broader reach today.
When Veggie Places fits better
In an area it does cover, a curated, ad-free list plus articles on plant-based eating in one place can be a calmer way to browse than a large, review-heavy, ad-supported directory.
A calmer way to find vegan and vegetarian food
Veggie Places lists curated vegan and vegetarian places with no ads, plus articles on healthy eating.
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View on the App StoreFrequently asked questions
Is HappyCow free to use?
Its core listings are free, with ads and some features reserved for a paid tier.
Can I use both apps together?
Yes, they're independent apps, some people check both to compare listings, especially in areas either one covers thinly.
Does Veggie Places rely on user reviews like HappyCow?
No, its listings are curated by the app's own team rather than crowd-sourced from users.