Roots
All branches operate as plant-based or vegetarian kitchens; no meat is used in any location.
Per-allergen evidence
All branches operate as plant-based or vegetarian kitchens; no meat is used in any location. The HappyCow category for Maschinenstraße is listed as 'Vegetarian', while the other two branches are classified as 'Vegan'. Multiple reviews confirm the absence of meat. Dairy products appear in some branches, which makes those locations suitable for vegetarians. The kitchen is effectively 100% vegetarian.
[1] Aggregator roots - Schanzengraben - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow listing for Schanzengraben branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer akinsley4 mentions staff could advise on allergens; reviewer SoWas calls it 100% vegan.fetched May 23, 2026[2] Aggregator roots - Lintheschergasse - Zurich | Review "Excellent vegan" by chb-pbfp - HappyCow, HappyCow
The HappyCow single review page for the Lintheschergasse branch includes a reviewer, chb-pbfp, who describes the food as "Excellent vegan food."fetched May 23, 2026[3] Aggregator roots - Lintheschergasse - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow main listing for Lintheschergasse branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer SoyVean notes 'Good labels (you can also ask for further information)'; ahenry106 says 'well marked'.fetched May 23, 2026[4] Aggregator Roots - Maschinenstraße - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
The HappyCow listing for the Maschinenstraße branch, categorized as 'Vegetarian', notes that the restaurant is no longer fully vegan since August 2025, and reviews confirm that dairy pastries are clearly marked.fetched May 23, 2026[5] Verified blog Willkommen bei Roots, rootsandfriends.com
The official restaurant website contains marketing copy that describes "pflanzenbasiert" (plant‑based). No menu or allergen details are provided.fetched May 23, 2026The menu is predominantly plant-based. Multiple reviewers and HappyCow describe the Schanzengraben and Lintheschergasse branches as fully vegan. Since August 2025, the Maschinenstraße branch has sold dairy-containing pastries, and those items are clearly marked. Staff are trained on allergens and can advise. At non-dedicated branches, a shared kitchen means cross-contamination risk exists for strict vegans. The marked menu is confirmed across sources.
[1] Aggregator roots - Schanzengraben - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow listing for Schanzengraben branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer akinsley4 mentions staff could advise on allergens; reviewer SoWas calls it 100% vegan.fetched May 23, 2026[2] Aggregator roots - Lintheschergasse - Zurich | Review "Excellent vegan" by chb-pbfp - HappyCow, HappyCow
The HappyCow single review page for the Lintheschergasse branch includes a reviewer, chb-pbfp, who describes the food as "Excellent vegan food."fetched May 23, 2026[3] Aggregator roots - Lintheschergasse - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow main listing for Lintheschergasse branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer SoyVean notes 'Good labels (you can also ask for further information)'; ahenry106 says 'well marked'.fetched May 23, 2026[4] Aggregator Roots - Maschinenstraße - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
The HappyCow listing for the Maschinenstraße branch, categorized as 'Vegetarian', notes that the restaurant is no longer fully vegan since August 2025, and reviews confirm that dairy pastries are clearly marked.fetched May 23, 2026[5] Verified blog Willkommen bei Roots, rootsandfriends.com
The official restaurant website contains marketing copy that describes "pflanzenbasiert" (plant‑based). No menu or allergen details are provided.fetched May 23, 2026Dairy items (pastries with milk, milk for coffee) are present at the Maschinenstraße branch and are clearly marked. At other branches, the menu is fully vegan (no dairy). Staff can advise on allergens and items are labeled. Shared kitchen at some locations means cross-contamination risk. Marked menu with shared prep.
[1] Aggregator roots - Schanzengraben - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow listing for Schanzengraben branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer akinsley4 mentions staff could advise on allergens; reviewer SoWas calls it 100% vegan.fetched May 23, 2026[2] Aggregator roots - Lintheschergasse - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow main listing for Lintheschergasse branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer SoyVean notes 'Good labels (you can also ask for further information)'; ahenry106 says 'well marked'.fetched May 23, 2026[3] Aggregator Roots - Maschinenstraße - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
The HappyCow listing for the Maschinenstraße branch, categorized as 'Vegetarian', notes that the restaurant is no longer fully vegan since August 2025, and reviews confirm that dairy pastries are clearly marked.fetched May 23, 2026The Atly.com listing describes a large choice of gluten-free options, though this claim is unverified. Community comments note no gluten-free bread is available and flag that oat milk labeled GF may be risky. No dedicated gluten-free fryer or kitchen is mentioned. Staff can advise on allergens, per HappyCow reviews, but celiac safety is not structurally ensured. Allergen knowledge relies on shift-by-shift staff.
[1] Aggregator roots - Schanzengraben - Zurich Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
HappyCow listing for Schanzengraben branch; category 'Vegan'; hours given; reviewer akinsley4 mentions staff could advise on allergens; reviewer SoWas calls it 100% vegan.fetched May 23, 2026[2] Verified blog Roots - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Zürich, atly.com
An unverified Atly gluten‑free listing states that there is a large choice of GF options, but community comments note no GF bread and an oat milk label risk.fetched May 23, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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