Vegetarian Experiences in Paris

It’s easy to miss this small restaurant in the 12th Arrindissemont. Its dark, tudor façade lacks the neon and flashing lights of neighbors on the busy intersection of Blvd. de Reuilly and Rue de Charenton. It’s conveniently located near the Dugommier metro station, across the street from Monoprix.

Angora is a Turkish restaurant. The menu is filled with meat items and two solitary dishes under the vegetarian section. However, Mediterranean food is filled with vegetarian options. They were happy to modify the daily fixed price menu could be created with vegetarian options.

Appetizers

The meal started with a basket of warm Turkish bread. It has a soft texture and a hint of mint. The appetizer plate had a selection of dishes, including dolma, tzatziki, hummus, red pepper spread, phyllo-wrapped feta, and more. Each item provided a few bites and the flavors were perfect.

Dinner

For dinner, I received their vegetarian eggplant dish. The eggplant is roasted and covered with a chunky tomato sauce and soft cheese. Couscous and salad finished the plate. It was a delicious and filling meal.

For dessert, I chose the homemade baklava with pistachio. It was served warm with a honey sauce.

All of this cost a mere 19 euros. I added a bottle of Badoit mineral water for a total cost of 22 Euros.

While Angora is a small restaurant, they have an upstairs room for larger parties. It’s popular and begins to fill up after 9 p.m. You can make reservations, but it isn’t necessary. Angora also serves a great lunch menu at 11 Euros.

Angora, Cuisine Traditionelle Turque

240, Rue de Charenton 75012

Metro: Dugommier

01 44 87 02 08

• Overall: 4/5
• Vegetarian Options: 4/5
• Vegan Options: 4/5
• Value: 5/5
• Location: 4/5