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Mediterranean
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Offers a wide variety of vegan dishes made from local produce. Sample items such as tomato tart, pasta, risotto, vegan burger, tabouleh with potato cakes, curry, samosa, mezze plate, and vegan beef casserole. Est. 2019 and switched to fully vegan in 2019. Open Mon-Sat 10:00am-11:00pm, Sun 5:00pm-11:00pm. Closed winter months.
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347 Reviews
First Review by joachim_s
sj_the_vegan
Points +405
Amazing Mezze - Edit
We ordered mezze platter number 2 which was so tasty, varied and had some amazing dishes like the Mannachurian balls. I would of been happy ordering this as a main instead of shared starter.
Read moreI had the beef casserole which had a delicious sauce, meaty chunks with pine nuts on mash. This was great but would have been amazing if it had even a small portion of veg to go with it.
My husband had the burger which was also delicious and came with your average fries.
Prices were typical of Chania with mains around €9.50
Service was prompt and friendly and great to see the place full. With a few tweaks this would easily get 5 stars from me.
Pros: Entirely vegan, Amazing mezzes
Cons: Not the cheapest but typical for the area
Guest
Lebensgeist
Points +101
Delicious Vegan Restaurant - Edit
We had a very delicious dinner there. With Mixed Meze starter plate, Burger, mushroom risotto, moussaka and daily pea pasta.
Read moreSadly a bit loud because of an heavy metal festival in front - but normally highly recommented.
Pros: complete vegan, nice place - nice people
Cons: Nothing
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Stephaneen
Points +1251
Nice vegan option in Chania - Edit
A great vegan restaurant in a nice part of Chania. We enjoyed eating outside and people watching. Highly recommend the falafel plate and moussaka. We also got the risotto which was just okay.
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EllenZouras
Points +59
All vegan! - Edit
Had a high-flavor meal with a variety of spices and flavors. Recommended if you’re looking for a vegan “splurge” place €€
Read morePros: Great tasting, Something different from traditional Greek meals, Nice staff
Cons: On the more expensive side, They charge .50€ for water refills
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michelbiron
Points +19
Best vegan restaurant in Crete - Edit
My favorite was the superfood salad but everything I’ve tried there was delicious. Good location. Wide menu. All vegan. Reasonable prices. Great service.
Read morePros: All vegan, Wide menu, Affordable
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MarthaGreally
Points +434
Amazing vegan food! - Edit
Pulse is listed as being vegetarian but has now changed to all vegan which is great! The food was delicious and innovative. We had the mezze plate to start which was divine especially the samosa. I had a mushroom dish with cashew cheese and pearl barley for main which was amazing. All the other mains were also delicious especially the beefless beef stew with pine nuts and mash. The owner also gave us a plate of homemade vegan cheese and a vegan sausage roll to try which were deeeeelish! Sadly we were too full for dessert!
Read morePros: All vegan , Full of flavour, Innovative and interesting food
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ΦιλιπΓκεορ
Points +6
No1 in town - Edit
Most creative vegan cusine i ve tasted.Will be back soon
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mochimochivegan
Points +409
All vegan! - Edit
This restaurant recently switched to become all vegan and everything we ordered was amazing. Their recipes were all really creative and a nice break from having gemista all the time (as much as I love gemista).
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Keithwraight
Points +61
Amazing! - Edit
On our week long trip to the region we visited twice. First time we ordered the mezze for two - simply amazing, everything worked so well on the plate.
Read moreWe then visited a few days later and ordered superfood salad and mousakka, and another salad with the non meat meatballs.
Really the best vegan restaurant we found by a long way!!
Pros: Amazing location, Fab food, Friendly staff
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KathyBradley
Points +15
Brilliant vegan/vegetarian food - Edit
I confess that I'm not vegan or vegetarian but the food in Pulse could convert me quite easily. What a fantastic restaurant only a few minutes from Chania's Venetian harbour. The food here is outstandingly good and such good value too. Highly recommended. Cant wait to come back to Chania to sample more of their dishes. Well done to all in Pulse!
Read morePros: fresh food beautifully cooked and presented , Wide variety of dishes, Really unique and interesting food combinations
Cons: Absolutely none!
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Trilowee
Points +26
Yummy - Edit
All menu is vegan. I highly recommand the carrot lox and the mushroom special, they are amazing!
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Mylkman
Points +729
Very nice dinner by the sea - Edit
Pulse was a very nice restaurant with lots of options and different types of food, I had the superfood salad, Moussaka and homemade burger. All were very nice and we got a free date type dessert. The staff were very welcoming and friendly.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Cheap, Friendly staff
Cons: Only outside seating
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ElsaBrandao
Points +47
Amazing place in Crete - Edit
It was a delicious experience in Chania, Crete! a cozy place with fresh and amazing food. We ordered vegan meatballs, green risotto and vegan moussaka. All food was so tasty and delicious made with love and fresh ingredients. The staff was really nice too. As always, Crete people was so friendly that they offer something sweet at the end. And this kind of chocolate salame was amazing.
Read morePros: Cheap, cozy place, good food
Cons: Small place inside
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mrsangelawoods
Points +20
Delicious - Edit
We ate here twice, even my meat eating husband was raving about the food.
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VeganFoodIsBoring
Points +16
The Best Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake - Edit
This is a lovely little place, hidden away, tucked in amongst the back streets of the old town and overlooking the sea. Despite the chilly weather, it was definitely worth a visit to see the sun set over the mountains while enjoying some delicious vegan food.
Read moreAlthough it is still listed as vegetarian, the restaurant is now entirely vegan.
I visited with my husband and mum, and between the three of us we shared the mezze board and some falafel. There was plenty of food and even some left over! Everything was freshly cooked and very tasty. The falafel were amazing and the hummus was very authentic.
To round off our meal, we were treated to the best ever blueberry cheesecake, complete with nutty base and creamy cashew filling.
The setting is beautiful and there is a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, complete with vegan wine options.
If you're looking for honest, nutritious vegan food with a delicious Greek twist, this is definitely the place for you!
Pros: Amazing vegan food, Relaxed atmosphere, Beautiful view of the sea and mountains
Cons: There weren't more people there to enjoy it!
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JMGJ97
Points +302
Overrated - Edit
Went to Pulse after reading all the good reviews on Happycow. First of all there are no seats inside, it was windy and ice cold to sit outside. My bf ordered falafel and hummus with vegetables. The falafel was dry and didn’t taste a lot, hummus was not very smooth.
Read moreI ordered something mushroom with potato mash inside served on barley(?). I love all three things, but this just didn’t taste good.
Maybe it was a bad chef this day because everyone else has rated 5 stars?
We ate everything, but still walked away hungry. Paid 25 euros...
Cons: Expensive, Windy and cold, No seats inside
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HamodiQassem
Points +11
Dry food - Edit
I ordered falafel and hummus sallad, the falafel was the dryest ive ever tryed...and the hummus salad was okei but still didnt taste like i know hummus :/
Read morePros: Yes
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marleenk1
Points +35
The best restaurant I have been to thus far - Edit
This restaurant has a huge menu with absolutely great food! We ate here almost everyday because it was so delicious! Even our non-vegan friends liked it very much and one of them even said: "If I were to open a restaurant I would make it a vegan one like this". Would definitely go back if I were on Crete again (too bad my hometown doesn't have a restaurant like Pulse.. )
Read morePros: Excellent food, Friendly staff, Near the beach
Cons: Not much place inside (but outside there is plenty
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ecovegangal
Points +222
Closed for the Season (winter) - Edit
It was closed when I arrived in early November, which was a bummer because the reviews had me very excited! It looks like a lovely place from the outside and is in a great part of town. Luckily, Tamam was open and I had a very authentic Greek experience there!
Read moreCons: Closed in November
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Sandra-aus-Wien
Points +48
Creative and greek - Edit
Maybe the only real vegan restaurant in Chania. Really great taste. Lots of choices! We had the asparagus on pistachio mousse and the vegan beef casserole and and and. One better than the other but portions very big! Price low! Best vegan experience this year!!
Read morePros: Creative , Big choice , Low prices
Cons: Small restaurant be quick
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AlexSanderson-Shortt
Points +134
amazing - Edit
Small but perfect! Wonderful food, all vegan. And great portions too!
Read morePros: vegan, fresh food, food portion
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DimitrisGiotis
Points +88
BestVegan Place in Crete - Edit
Amazing Restaurant! The people are very nice and the food is great! Most is vegan. The vegan moussaka was very delicious as well the appetizers are a must try! The portions are big and the price for it is very fair! Gonna visit again!
Read morePros: Most vegan, Vegan traditional greek food, Direct at the sea and old town
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Hearticulture
Points +220
Great Vegan Menu, Lots of Choices, Big Portions - Edit
I was really impressed with the menu, and I ate here 4 times just so I could try as much as I could! I loved the hot appetizer sampler - especially the croquettes! The veggie burger is up there among the best in the world - it was big, natural ingredients and delicious and I returned to order it a second time. Lots of great salad options that I didn't get to try as the burger and wide array of appetizers were calling my attention. I didn't know what to expect from a vegan spot in Crete, and I have to say the food here really impressed me.
Read moreThe one con, which I hate to nitpick but it is worth mentioning - is inconsistent service. I ate here multiple times and had different servers, two were great and one was very neglectful. I had to ask him for ketchup twice and wait 20 minutes for him to bring it (by which time my fries were cold). I had to get up and look for him to pay my bill both times. I eventually found a different vegan spot and didn't return to Pulse sadly. However, I would say do go! Do eat here! Just let your server know your expectations before he disappears to never come back. As I mentioned, two of the three servers were great, only one was horrible.
Pros: Outstanding Veggie Burger , Delicious Appetizers
Cons: Service needs improvement
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dakini912
Points +23
Empfehlenswert! - Edit
Super leckere hausgemachte Pasta. Alle veganen Optionen sind klar gekennzeichnet und man sitzt mit Blick auf das Meer. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Read morePros: Viele vegane Gerichte, Wunderbarer Ausblick, Freundlicher Service
Cons: Etwas teurer als sonstiger Durchschnitt, Teilweise kleine Portionen
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LéonieNantier
Points +38
It rocks! - Edit
While you can find a vegan meal in almost all traditionnal Greek taverna, it is usually hard to find various vegan options other than the Dolmadaki and Gemista in Crete so I'm really glad Pulse opened this summer !
Read moreWe had the "meatballs", the burger and the Quinoa with mushrooms and it was absolutely delicious!
Can't wait to go back !
Pros: Everything homemade, Various options, Friendly staff
Cons: Tables+Chairs not so attractive nor comfortable
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kkollias87
Points +297
Delicious food, friendly staff - Edit
Lots of vegan options, more than any other restaurant in Chania. We came back several times during our stay in the city and we tried almost the whole menu!! Very friendly staff, very good prices, great location!
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SulinaBellini
Points +124
Amazing food - Edit
Burger was ok but soy protein with potato puree was really amazing. Dessert was delicious too.
Read morePros: Tastefully food, Friendly staff
Guest
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