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Kasvio offers a plant-based, set menu with Nordic influences that focuses on seasonal, organic ingredients. Their inspiration comes from their producers, foraging, and culinary memories. They envision plant-based cuisine as a transformation of their memories into something new, without losing their connection to their past. Their commitment to sustainability guides their ingredient choices – they work with local farmers and aim for zero waste. Relocated from Rijksstraatweg 20. Open Wed-Sun 18:00-22:30. Closed Mon & Tue.
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Wittevrouwenstraat 22, Utrecht, Netherlands, 3512 CT
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Last update on 30 Jun 2026 by Elwin_O
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Added by whepper on 29 Mar 2021
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91 Reviews
First Review by whepper
Hermien
Points +47
The best - Edit
This restaurant is my new favorite of all times. It isn't cheap, but definitely worth it!
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Peter329!
Points +64
Fine vegan dining - Edit
Very nice fully vegan restaurant, with lots of original creations. It isn't cheap, but worth every dime. And fully vegan should be cherished as much as possible, right?
Read moreKasvio is Finnish for Herbarium, apparently, as the owner is Finnish.
Exquisite presentations of every course, with matching drinks. Only the aubergine roll was a bit too salty and the beans a bit bland, but otherwise very original and tasty in the rest of the courses. Like you would never make even remotely similar back home.
Staff took their role a bit too seriously in presenting everything, but that comes with the territory, apparently. A bit more informal would haved worked better, in our case. But they were attentive and impeccable nevertheless.
Would definitely go back there, as soon as the occasion arises.
Pros: Very very tasty (pronounce in Rallye English), Quite original recipes, Drinks matching the meals
Cons: Could be a bit more loose in presentation
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ZüriVegan
Points +1089
Superb, go there! - Edit
Had the 6 course dinner with non-alc pairing. Really liked almost everything (one sauce was too sour for me). And finally after a fine dining experience I'm completely full and not hungry anymore. There was enough filling food for me. All the courses were also beautiful to look at and were creative.
Read moreThe staff was really nice and even spoke a bit slower Dutch for me so I could easily follow ☺️
Come here if you're in Utrecht or even just go to Utrecht for this!
Pros: Everything
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RC1
Points +1305
Amazing fine dining - Edit
Incredibly tasty and creative fine dining based on Finnish cuisine. The photos don't do it justice!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-03
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KalleGeorge
Points +54
Rare display of creativity - Edit
Vegan fine dining well worth the visit and the wait. We were lucky to be able to score reservations the same day we visited Utrecht and boy am I glad for that! The desert especially went above and beyond with Kojo mold grafted onto Almonds I think and then combined into a salty umami creme that blended wonderfully with tomato marmelade and strawberries on Brioche. The second Desert was somehow even better with a jelly made from raspberries and rosé peppar that I especially loved how it came together with sorbé of Rhubarb and a delicious rosemary and hazelnut crumb.
Read morePros: Desert 1, Desert 2, Learning about the creative process behind it all
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guusb
Points +109
SUBLIME !!! - Edit
I’m not a fine dining kind of guy but this was really great. Kind staff, good food, non-alcoholic arrangement was well done and beautiful atmosphere.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-07
Pros: Staff , Atmosphere, Cute art
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lopis
Points +385
Great taste experience and service - Edit
I'm not usually one to fine dine, but I think Kasvio is a more accessible fine dining experience. I chose the 3-course menu, 2 non-alcoholic pairings, and an aperitivo snack. The variety of flavours and textures was really amazing, and all the staff was so friendly.
Read moreBut please, don't be like the Karen next to me berating the waiter for service being a little slow. This isn't McD. *Expect your meal to take between 1.5 to 2 hours, easily.*
Pros: Single menu (changes weekly), Choice of more savoury or sweet dessert, Stellar service
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dutchvegan9
Points +189
Brilliant! - Edit
Very special, something surprising at every course!
Read moreIt's tasty, surprising, healthy and wholesome.
I like the atmosphere and the waiters are great
Pros: Tasty, Healthy, Something different
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Be_kindness
Points +472
Words cannot describe how amazing - Edit
Just sublime.
Read moreWe could barely imagine what we were about to experience by reading the words on the page of the menu. Every dish presented as magic and unfolded as another dimension of delicious with our palates tickled in every sense.
The service by Jesse was impeccable, funny and so so kind.
Just go. That's all I can really say.
Thank you for this beautiful experience Kasvio 🙏💕
Pros: Everything!
Cons: Absolutely none!
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ScottHutton
Points +714
One of the Best Vegan experiences - Edit
We loved every item in the 6 course meal!
Read morePros: The charcoal grilled lions mane OMG superb!, The subtle use of fresh seasonal herbs, The owner and staff were outstanding
Cons: It is expensive but this is the place to splurge!
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Alynda
Points +790
Beyond amazing - Edit
I had the 6 course menu extra dish, and it was beyond amazing. Such creative use of traditional Finnish cuisine. The staff was friendly, the dishes were tasty, the serving speed was perfect. Would definitely go again!
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ArnoudW
Points +97
Best vegan restaurant in Utrecht - Edit
The best vegan restaurant in Utrecht (and where I’ve been in general). Fine dining level. Works with local suppliers.
Read moreStaff was friendly and knowledgeable.
Updated from previous review on 2026-01-28
Pros: Fine dining level food, Professional and friendly staff, The slightly minimal interior of the restaurant
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Fraa
Points +2128
A bit less than 4 ⭐️ - Edit
I appreciated a lot the research behind every dish we ate and the taste was definitely nice but for the price I was expecting a bit more, both in portion size and quality. Don’t get me wrong, food is worth trying, just my expectations were higher since this is considered “fine dining”. Overall I enjoyed the experience and the staff was friendly but I am not sure it’s worth 63€.
Read moreUpdate: they moved to a different location
Updated from previous review on 2025-12-10
david_droes
i’m with you on that take
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Elwin_O
Points +159
Fantastic! - Edit
Recently moved from Leidsche Rijn to the Voorstraat (so the location here is not up to date yet), haven't been before because it was quite out of the way but had a great experience!
Read moreThe 'standard' menu is a 4 course seasonal menu, with an option of an extra appetizer and a 5th course, which we both got (and I would recommend as they were both very good).
All of the food is local and seasonal and very creatively put together. It fit the season very well and we also liked the option of non-alcoholic (kombucha and tea) pairings with each course which also fit the courses very well.
Serving sizes were also good, with the 2 extra courses we were very satisfied at the end of the dinner (and that's coming from someone with a very big appetite).
Service was also very friendly and professional.
All in all would fully recommend, prices are surely not low but I'd still say great value for what you get. We will surely be back!
Updated from previous review on 2025-12-05
Pros: Great food, Option of non-alcoholic pairings, Very friendly service
Cons: Not cheap (but still great value!)
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Annejet
Points +198
Top 3 vegan restaurants in the Netherlands - Edit
Amazing experience. So cool that they use a lot of herbs and vegetables from their own ‘kas’/garden!
Read moreCreative dishes, high quality food, cool atmosphere and surroundings, lovely and capable staff.
Would recommend if you are looking for a fine dining experience, for something to celebrate (or ‘just’ because you can)
We will definitely come back!
Updated from previous review on 2025-07-14
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LisaSpykers
Points +11249
Nice food, but we left a little hungry - Edit
The food is creative and well prepared at Kasvio. I liked how they used Dutch peas and beans (as well as other local ingredients) in some of the courses. Service was friendly and attentive. Unlike other fine food dining experiences we've had, this one left us a little hungry, and we went straight to a supermarket afterwards. The main reason is that it really is a small 4-course meal with bread and 2 palette cleanser type bites. I think that with the addition of 1-2 more courses, this would solve that issue. Or they could put just a little more food on the plate 😉 The kombucha pairing was interesting but the pours were quite small given it wasn't alcohol 😔
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-10
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Anaa
Points +56
Go to for special occasions - Edit
The food is well thought out and delicious, the service is very nice and professional. I really love the three pairing options - wine, low alcohol and kombucha, so you don't miss out on the great pairings even if you don't want to drink alcohol.
Read moreThe only downside I can see is the location in case you're coming from outside of Utrecht and can't cycle or drive there. There is still an option to take a bus to a station close by, but a bit inconvenient.
The price point is a bit high, so it's somewhere I would only go for a special occasion.
Pros: Food, Service, Wine and kombucha pairings
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soymatchaplease
Points +448
Geweldig - Edit
Zeer bijzonder smakelijk eten. Echt geweldig. Kan het zeker zeker 10/10 aanraden. Laat je verrassen met het chef’s menu, één groot feest.
Read morePros: Geweldig eten, Vriendelijk personeel, DE KOMBUCHA IS GEWELDIG
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DaphD
Points +8394
Great for fine-dining and protein-rich dishes - Edit
Great restaurant with charismatic and relaxed surroundings and very nice staff.
Read moreThe food is very tasty and special, plus it’s protein-rich (at least when we were there). This is something that fine-dining restaurants usually lack: a lot of veggies but barely any protein sources. Their home-brewn kombucha is great as well.
Parking is for free at their terrain, but they don’t have that many spots.
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TinusPeterse
Points +33
Lekker - Edit
Erg lekker, wel prijzig.
Read moreVolledig plantaardig.
Ik ga vaker als mijn bankrekening het toelaat.
Pros: Goed eten, Chefs menu, Goed personeel
Cons: Te prijzig om vaker te gaan
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iHansz
Points +216
Utrecht’s top vegetable restaurant! - Edit
Really delicious vegetable food in a casual atmosphere.
Read morePros: Casual atmosphere , Clever combination of flavours , Nice international service
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Veggie.Patty
Points +482
Kasvio - Edit
Heerlijk gegeten bij Kasvio!
Read moreVegan Fine dining op z’n best.
Het menu wisselt met de seizoenen mee dus regelmatig terugkeren is haast een must😁
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maorblu
Points +130
What a gem!💎 - Edit
We arrived there completely with a last-minute booking and enjoyed every moment.
Read moreThe dishes were masterfully made, and the pairing (wine and Kambucha) was spot on.
The service was especially well done, and fit us as it was casual, personal, and warm. We had a lot of fun.
We both think the meal was reasonably priced and even cheap for what you get.
Kudos!
Pros: The food is amazing, The service is casual and super-friendly, Very special building and surrounding
Cons: The location is outside the center
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anautrecht
Points +2767
Vibe is casual, food is fine dining - Edit
Going to kasvio is a great experience no matter the season! Excellent interesting food that will be loved by vegans and non vegans alike.
Read moreThey also offer a kombucha pairing menu, which is a great non alcoholic option.
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CursingQuokka
Points +466
Amazing experience and best food I've likely ever had! - Edit
TL/DR: Cannot recommend enough! Book well in advance. Lovely location. Amazing, creative, and well balanced dishes. Choose the non-alcoholic Kombucha pairing! Lovely and attentive staff.
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We both picked the non-alcoholic Kombucha pairing and were so glad we did! The different and creative Kombuchas were complimenting the courses so, so well!
Every dish was amazing, so it's hard to pick any one favourite.
What surprised us was the freshness of the prunes breaking through every now and then and how well that went with the rest of the beet salad. The mushrooms themselves were amazingly done as well!
The poached watermelon was a marvel as well! The right balance between savoury and that iconic watermelon sweetness while also having a great "chewing structure" and a lovely pistachio coating. Surprisingly pairing incredibly well with samphire (zeekraal) and the incredibly creamy jalapeñosauce.
My mom usually eats anything without trouble, the only thing she absolutely hates is pearled barley however she absolutely enjoyed them in the zucchini involtini! The tempeh was delicious as well and the (Dutch) green beans too were masterfully prepared; fresh, sweet, and a juicy crisp. We both also enjoyed the hazelnut-sauce since it was very flavourful but in no way dominating.
The finger lime seeds on the cucumber sorbet was such a "ooooh! Aaaah! Wow!" moment for us. We never heard it before and it made it feel so special. The seeds, that look like some sort of translucent Caviar, are such flavour bombs! They gave a special "pow" to the otherwise "tame" flavours of the cucumber sorbet, even though the basil oil gave a well placed kick too.
After our main dessert, which was amazing too btw, we were surprised with some boterkoek! Which was amazing since I haven't had it since I went vegan which is years ago. Seeing my surprise the waiter told me they would come back and bring some more, so I expected 2 bites but they came back with a full small plate! Amazing!
I can go on and on about the food but it's best if you just book a table and go experience this yourself!
I also want to add that we felt very well cared for by our attentive and enthusiastic waiter who was willing to explain everything and had no trouble checking things with the kitchen if they didn't know.
Due to character limit I had to cut out a lot of this review. Just visit! You won't regret it, it's delicious!
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-28
Pros: Fully vegan! Delicious and creative dishes., Delicious and well paired Kombucha, Kind, attentive, enthusiastic staff. Location.
Cons: It's too far away from me :(
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EllenOff
Points +32
Vegan fine dining - Edit
Fantastic place for multiple course lunch or dinner, with matching drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).
Read morePros: Creative courses, Matching non-alcoholic drinks, Atmosphere
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LeanderSchrijver
Points +738
True fine dining - Edit
Amazing flavors and the best place for vegan fine dining. Would recommend 100%
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