Traveling as a vegan is always a little difficult, but plant-based food is more popular today than ever before. You can stick to your karma-free diet and explore this great country. You just need to know where to go.
We asked our editors to give us the skinny on their favorite veg-friendly menus, and it turns out there are tons of delectable options wherever you go. Whether you're flexitarian, pescatarian, full-on vegan or gluten-free, their choices bring the plant-based win for you and your whole picky crew—but don't just take out word for it. Try them today!
Here are some of the best vegan restaurants from Los Angeles to Miami and everything between.
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2140 Peachtree Road / Website
For over 25 years, this Atlanta staple has been bringing well-crafted plant-based meals to customers. Open for lunch, dinner and Saturday brunch, Cafe Sunflower’s menus incorporate a variety of offerings, ensuring that every guest can find something they love. Our personal favorite? The crispy shrimp tacos. Malaysian, southern, pizza and sweets are just part of what rounds out Atlanta's full list.
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10 Carriage Way / Website
The restaurant offers a delightful array of vegan-friendly dishes that don’t skimp on creativity or taste. Imagine savoring a plate of the ginger miso quinoa, bursting with seasonal vegetables and rich flavors that make each bite memorable. Aurum Aspen Snowmass also provides a selection of plant-based appetizers, such as the Aurum Fries and crispy curried cauliflower, that perfectly prepare your palate for the main course. With its sleek décor and panoramic mountain views, Aurum captures the essence of Aspen's upscale yet laid-back vibe. Even more fresh delights are on the menu via Aspen's full list.
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5 Craigie Circle / Website
This neighborhood bistro near Harvard’s campus partners with local farmers, fisherman and foragers to offer seasonal and ingredient-driven dishes. An appetizing starter includes roasted tomatoes with sweet corn, cashew nage, herby crumbs and fennel rounds. For your main course, try their grilled eggplant paired with fresh tomato, yellow eyed peas, dolgo vinaigrette and sunflower seeds. Don’t stop there! Desserts at Forage are to die for— who wouldn’t love a lemon cake topped with pear puree and fresh berries on a hot summer day? If you’re overwhelmed with the array of wonderful choices, Forage also offers a vegetarian or vegan tasting menu to make the most of your meal. What's more, Asian-inspired flavors, vegan ice cream, a fine dining surprise and more still await on Boston's full list.
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1559 N. Milwaukee Ave. / Website
James Beard-nominated chef Rodolfo Cuadros is the talent behind this popular Wicker Park spot. Offering plates like sun-dried tomato sashimi (crispy gohan, sundried tomato sashimi, truffle avocado, kabayaki and serrano chili) and yuca gnocchi (toasted yuca gnocchi, celery root puree, mushrooms sofrito, kale and shaved cashew pecorino), plus an extensive cocktail, kombucha and wine list, this plant-based eatery is one of the city’s best. There’s a vegan donut shop, plus a raw food spot and more on Chicago's full list.
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66 Highland Park Village / Website
This Highland Park Village juicery packs a punch with its wide assortment of flavorful offerings. Stock up on the kale salad, chia pudding, or opt for a colorful creation with their fresher-pressed options. Need to go someplace with a mixed menu? Dallas' full list features vegan-friendly spots with steaks as well as other all-plant eateries.
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149 Main St., Westhampton / 631.998.9600 / Website
Westhampton’s latest prized eatery, Flora, has recently opened its kitchen to share its love of New American cuisine. Its soba noodles are the ultimate vegan-friendly house specialty, served with snow peas, tahini dressing and toasted coconut. The Westhampton hot spot will also extend its kitchen closing to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays beginning June 14 for those late-night vegan cravings. From edamame hummus to chilled buckwheat noodles, impossible chorizo and more, there's lots of plant-based goodies to enjoy on The Hampton's full list.
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324 Coral St., Honolulu / Website
The lunch spot of your dreams—ARVO offers a selection of light and crunchy small plates that are the perfect complement to a caffeinated creation. From variations of toast ranging from a loaded avocado piece to one topped with ricotta and honey, ARVO pulls out all the stops for your favorite midday snacks and coffee pick-me-ups. And look out for ARVO’s second location, coming soon to Waimea. Even more than that, there are nine other amazing vegan menus on Hawai'i's full list.
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3000 S Las Vegas Blvd 89109 / Website
Crossroads first opened in Los Angeles over a decade ago, alluring vegans and vegetarians from near and far for its unrivaled plant-based dining experience. Then, in spring 2022, chef Tal Ronnen treated Las Vegas to its very own location. Continuing its ability to please plant-based eaters, flexitarians and carnivores alike, Crossroads Las Vegas delights with seasonal dishes and classic menu items like the must-order stuffed zucchini blossom and truffle mushroom bianca pizza. Vegas might be sin city, but it's got plenty of karma-free plant-based chefs serving boss menus on its full list.
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8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood / Website
Inspired by a love for Mother Earth and all of her creations, dishes like ceviche, flautas, tacos, and gorditas get a plant-based twist at this vegan spot. Traditional Mexican cuisine is served alongside a stellar drink menu centered around ethical agave-based spirits like mezcal and tequila. Beverage director Maxwell Reis crafts cocktails like the Jalisco Highball and signature Purista Margarita to highlight Gracias Madre’s impressive selection of liquor, including some exclusive to the restaurant. L.A. is a plant-based mecca, and it always has been, so definitely check the other 11 amazing vegan menus on the city's full list.
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545 NW 26th St. / Website
In the name of self-love, treat yourself to a mouthwatering meal at Wynwood’s Love Life Cafe. This flavorful joint offers clean eats made with the freshest of ingredients. Love Life Cafe went so far as to win the 2016 Seed Food & Wine Festival award for the Best Veggie Burger in America, which is no easy feat. However, don’t underestimate the rest of the plant-powered offerings, like the wild mushroom truffle ravioli and cashew cream pizza, because they’re just as delicious. Explore even more vegan finery on Miami's full list.
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38 E 19th St. / Website
Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten elevates plant based cuisine at this Gramercy neighborhood eatery. Located just above Union Square, ABCV prides itself on utilizing the finest seasonal ingredients from family farms as well as non-GMO artisanal and organic goods whenever possible. Menu items include green chickpea hummus with fresh pita and crudite, ancient grain pilaf and mushroom walnut bolognese. Enjoy these high vibrational foods in ABCV’s modern bohemian atmosphere of communal tables, all-white furniture and pops of millennial pink. The fare is fresh and simple but oh, so good. Don't stop there, because there are even more delicious plant-based dishes on NYC's full list.
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1617 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach / Website
Nothing tastes as good as healthy feels and that’s exactly how diners feel after eating at Cafe Gratitude in Newport Beach. Executive chef Seizan Dreux Ellis’ commitment to being grateful for food, the earth and human company is illustrated through his food made with only the freshest ingredients. For lunch fare, explore Liberated featuring basil kelp noodles or Glorious, a blackened tempeh wrap. Leave some room for later, because there are six other fabulous vegan menus on Orange County's full list.
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125 Datura St., West Palm Beach / Website
Founded by world-traveler and renowned chef Julien Gremaud, Avocado Grill features an artisanal selection of the most innovative and healthy culinary creations. Taking inspiration from his travels, Gremaud delivers flavoral and vibrant fare that benefits patrons as well as South Florida’s flourishing environment. The modern eatery features options for meat-eaters and veggie-lovers alike, even offering an additional vegan menu with favorites like ginger guacamole, curried cauliflower and more. Need more yum? Try the other seven vegan eateries on Palm Beach's full list.
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1221 Locust St. / Website
Since 2011, Chefs Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby have offered exquisite vegetable dining experiences to city goers. The fine dining establishment is located in a restored 19th century mansion fit with grand fireplaces and wonderful walnut wainscoting. Order grilled gold bar squash from The Dirt List, medium plates of single seasonal vegetables, or try richer and more carefully curated plates from The Hot Kitchen. You’re in for a treat with their spicy dan dan noodles or eggplant braciole. From pizzas to bao and plant-based fine dining, there's more to be had on Philly's full list.
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1503 30th St., South Park / Website
We’re keen on Kindred—an eccentric bar that plays heavy-metal tunes. Start your evening with housemade snacks, from garlic and chili “cologne” popcorn to hearts of palm farinata flatbread. Get your hands dirty with Memphis barbecue jackfruit paired with pulled soy curls or venture out with the Soul Crush, cornmeal crusted gardein fish with parsnip potato mash. Finish off the night with gooey s’more sliders. For drinks, sip the whimsical collection of cocktails with flavors ranging from refreshing to robust. Looking for a mellower atmosphere? Try the six other standout vegan eateries on San Diego's full list.
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2000 Union St. / Website
Wildseed serves diverse creative plates, all plant-based. Chef Alejandro Morgan uses seasonal produce to create high-quality dishes influenced by global flavors. The restaurant offers plates like the mushroom and spinach patty Wildseed burger. Try cocktails made with fresh juices, local herbs and homemade extracts like the Holy Basil made of green chile vodka and cucumber basil shrub, as well as local beer and vegan biodynamic wines. As a plant-based paradise, you've got to try the other fine feasts on San Francisco's full list.
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4236 N. Central Ave., #100, Phoenix; 60 W. Vaughn Ave., #101, Gilbert; Website
With woks blazing and the wood-fired grill ignited, this Asian-inspired spot is not just a savory vegan eatery, but a sensory affair. The best seats in the house are court-side to the kitchen, where Clever Koi is opening up their dining experience so that guests can watch their food being prepared in anticipation, before digging into a choice of steam-buns, noodles, dumplings and more, on the ever-changing plant-based menu. For a craft cocktail or sake, retreat to the bar where the beverages are designed to pair with your meal, elevating the flavors inspired by destinations such as Thailand, Korea and Indo-China—but wait! There's more fine vegan food on Scottsdale's full list.
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17230 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill / Website
If you're looking for a plant-based meal that still feels hearty, Craft Roots is the place for you. Based in Morgan Hill, Craft Roots is a family-run vegan bar and grill with an artisanal touch. The menu features classic greens like the strawberry summer salad with pickled beets, toasted almonds, vegan feta and strawberry vinaigrette as well as more substantial offerings like the chili with pumpkin seeds, chili lime corn nuts and cashew-lime crema. Diners can also enjoy sips from local breweries and vegan mixed drinks, such as the lychee martini, from their extensive craft beer and cocktail menu. Craft Roots also aims to source their healthy whole foods locally—they partner with organic farms in the area and rotate their menu seasonally for fresh and evolving options. In the mood for some lighter fare, or perhaps some east-west fusion? Check out Silicon Valley's full list.
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Photography by: Brian Ach
