Veg and Vegan options – DXB Terminal 1
For passengers travelling through Dubai International Airport Terminal 1, finding meat-free food doesn’t have to be difficult. A selection of restaurants and cafés in Arrivals and around the D Gates cater to vegetarian and vegan diets, with choices ranging from light snacks and sandwiches to Middle Eastern and international dishes.
Vegetarian Options
Terminal 1 Arrivals
Costa Coffee
A convenient option for coffee, cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries and light bites, with vegetarian choices available.
O’Briens
Known for sandwiches and grab-and-go food, O’Briens offers vegetarian choices for travellers looking for a quick meal or snack.
Sawa
Sawa serves Lebanese and Middle Eastern favourites, including freshly baked items, with vegetarian options available.
D Gates
Costa Coffee
Coffee, cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries and snacks are available, including vegetarian choices.
Giraffe
Giraffe serves an international menu with a selection of vegetarian dishes and lighter options.
McDonald’s
The familiar fast-food restaurant offers vegetarian choices at its Terminal 1 location. Check the current menu for available options.
Pret A Manger
A convenient choice for freshly prepared sandwiches, salads, snacks, juices and coffee, with vegetarian options available.
Starbucks
Offers coffee and cold drinks alongside pastries and light food, including vegetarian choices.
The Daily DXB
The food-hall-style concept brings together different cuisines in one location, providing a variety of choices including vegetarian dishes.
Vegan Options
Vegan travellers also have several options at Terminal 1. The outlets listed below offer vegan choices, although they are not necessarily completely vegan restaurants.
Terminal 1 Arrivals
Costa Coffee
Costa Coffee at Terminal 1 Arrivals offers vegan choices alongside its range of coffee, drinks and snacks.
Sawa
The Lebanese and Middle Eastern menu at Sawa includes vegan-friendly choices. Check with the outlet for the options available on the day.
D Gates
Pret A Manger
Pret is a useful stop for vegan travellers looking for a quick meal. Vegan choices may include sandwiches, salads, snacks and plant-based drinks, depending on the current selection.
Giraffe
Giraffe offers plant-based choices alongside its international menu. Check the current airport menu for the vegan dishes available.
The Daily DXB
With several different food concepts under one roof, The Daily DXB offers vegan choices among its selection of international dishes.
Before Ordering
Menus and individual dishes can change, so vegan travellers should confirm ingredients when ordering, particularly for breads, sauces, dressings, pastries, desserts and speciality drinks. Travellers with allergies should also inform the restaurant separately, as vegetarian or vegan food is not necessarily allergen-free.