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Mushroom gyros are the best vegan option!

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I just stumbled upon a great souvlaki restaurant that had mushrooms instead of meat! It's called Street Souvlaki (Κατάστημα Ακτή Μιαούλη) in Pireas, if you're passing by, definitely check it out. This is a great option for tourists that are vegan. You can also find recipes to make it at home, but it tasted so good that I imagine it might be hard to replicate. Here is a link to one that I think will taste the same.


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Greek Vegetarian Gyros with Portobello Mushrooms

Our Greek Vegetarian Gyros with Portobello Mushrooms are easy to make and veggie loaded. A flavorful, easy, plant-based meal you'll love.
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Good tip. I didn't know about this one. If you want to compare with a street souvlaki place near the centre of Athens that is all vegan try this: Cookoomela Grill
 
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Vangelis said:
Good tip. I didn't know about this one. If you want to compare with a street souvlaki place near the centre of Athens that is all vegan try this: Cookoomela Grill
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Wow 4.8 reviews, that's great thanks for the recommendation
 
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If you can get it, Oatly vegan Greek yoghurt makes amazing tzatziki.
 
This is interesting. I love mushrooms, I might try this! Mushrooms have a kind of "meaty" flavor!
 
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