Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Lake Forest

We list 81 places in Lake Forest where vegans can eat: 81 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Mexican, Burgers, and Ice cream.

Listed by vegan level (100% vegan first). Within a level: places where we know what to order vegan first, then by rating and number of vegan dishes; chains come after independent places, one entry per chain.

1. Alien Doner

   Vegan optionsFast food · Turkish

   24301 Muirlands Boulevard, #Suite S, Lake Forest

2. Bru Grill & Market

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Grocery

   23730 El Toro Road, Lake Forest

3. Kabab Express

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

   23624 El Toro Road, #Suite A, Lake Forest

4. Mitasie Vegan Cafe

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Vietnamese, Noodles

   22722 Lambert Street, #1704, Lake Forest

5. Nina's Indian Restaurant

   Vegan optionsFast food · Indian

   23542 El Toro Road, Lake Forest

6. Veggos

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

   23615 El Toro Road, #Suite Q, Lake Forest

7. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

   23592 Rockfield Boulevard, Lake Forest

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

8. Jamba

   Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Apple ‘n Greens, Greens ‘n Ginger, Mega Mango

9. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

   20025 Lake Forest Dr Ste. G, Lake Forest

   Vegan: Vegetable sandwich; order without cheese and mayonnaise., French Bread, Avocado Spread

10. Sharetea

    Vegan optionsCafé · Bubble tea

    23572 El Toro Road, #Suite C, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Strawberry Tea, Peach Kiwi Tea with Aiyu Jelly, Wintermelon Lemonade · Ask for non-dairy milk where offered; verify toppings and ingredients with the local store.

11. Taco Bell

    Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Bean Burrito, Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito, Spicy Potato Soft Taco · Ask for listed customizations; Fresco Style removes dairy toppings and adds pico de gallo.

12. Del Taco

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: 8 Layer Veggie Burrito, Bean Burrito, Chips & Guac

13. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

14. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    23615 El Toro Road, #Suite Y2, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Mango, Mixed Berry, Pomegranate

15. Ike's Love and Sandwiches

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    23646 Rockfield Blvd #602, Lake Forest

    Vegan: 70. Meatless Mike, 246. James & The Giant Peach, 301. Handsome Owl

16. Teriyaki Madness

    Vegan optionsFast food · Japanese

    23647 El Toro Road, #Suite D, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Tofu Teriyaki, Spicy Tofu Teriyaki, White Rice · Ask for the tofu bowls to be prepared vegan; options vary by location.

17. Wahoo's Fish Taco

    Vegan optionsFast food · Seafood, Mexican

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Banzai Bowl™, Banzai burrito, Black Beans

18. Baja Fresh

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Vegan: Baja Bowl, Veggie Burrito, Burrito Mexicano

19. Baskin-Robbins

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Real Fruit Smoothies, Iced Cold Brew, Lemon Sorbet · Ask which non-dairy flavors are available at the local shop; flavors vary by location. The chain notes that all menu items are prepared in the same area, so cross-contact is possible.

20. Jack in the Box

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers, Breakfast

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: French Toast Sticks, Teriyaki Bowl, Southwest Salad

21. Red Robin

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    26522 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch

    Vegan: Keep It Simple Veggie Burger, The Veggie Burger, Crispy Fried Pickles

22. WaBa Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Asian

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Organic Tofu Bowl, Organic Tofu Veggie Bowl, Plantspired Steak Veggie Bowl

23. Yogurtland

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    23626 El Toro Road, #Suite D, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Plant-Based Salted Chocolate Soufflé, Plant-Based Brown Sugar Vanilla, Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl

24. Cafe Rio

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Fast food · Mexican

    24312 Rockfield Boulevard, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Bowl, Salad, Tostada

25. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    23572 El Toro Road, #Suite A, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

26. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    23612 Rockfield Boulevard, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Steel Cut Oatmeal with Strawberries & Pecans, Classic Avo Toast, Mediterranean Veggie

27. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 6 locations here

    Vegan: Veggie Patty, Artisan Italian (White), Oil · Build a Veggie Delite sandwich or salad with vegan-friendly vegetables and condiments; choose an approved bread. Veggie Patty availability varies by location.

28. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Sofritas, Black Beans, Pinto Beans · Build your own burrito, bowl, salad, tacos or kid’s meal with vegan components; the official site suggests Sofritas, black or pinto beans, brown rice and vegetables/salsa.

29. Curry Pizza House

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    24531 Trabuco Rd #J, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Curry Veggie Delight, Aloo Chaat, Aloo Gobhi

30. Nékter Juice Bar

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    23612 Rockfield Blvd Suite B, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Açaí Banana Berry, Dragon Fruit, Açaí Peanut Butter

31. Paris Baguette

    Vegan optionsBakery

    23621 El Toro Road, #Suite B, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffin, Vegan Blueberry Muffin, Gluten-Free Vegan Double Chocolate Chip Mini Loaf

32. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 7 locations here

    Vegan: Caffe Latte, Caffe Mocha, Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

33. Wetzel's Pretzels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Original Pretzel, Sinful Cinnamon Pretzel, Wetzel Bitz

34. Juice It Up!

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    22331 El Toro Road, #C, Lake Forest

    Vegan: The Greens, The Turmeric, The Greentox Smoothie

35. See's Candies

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream

    26746 Portola Pkwy, Foothill Ranch

    Vegan: Extra Fancy Mixed Salted Nuts, Licorice Medallions® (Red & Black), Assorted Sugar Sticks

36. El Pollo Loco

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Original Pollo Bowl, Original BRC Burrito

37. Firehouse Subs

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    26592 Towne Center Dr Suite 110, Foothill Ranch

    Vegan: Sub with peppers, mushrooms and three cheeses; request no cheese or mayo and use white or gluten-free bread., Firehouse Salad · For a vegan sub, use a white or gluten-free roll; request no cheese and no mayo. Check local ingredients, as bread and availability can vary.

38. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Grocery · Sandwiches

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable sub with green bell peppers; order on white bread without Swiss or provolone cheese., Vegetable wrap with green bell peppers; order without cheese.

39. MOD Pizza

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    26722 Portola Pkwy, Foothill Ranch

    Vegan: Plant-Based Italian Sausage, Plant-Based Cheese · Build a pizza using a vegan crust, vegan sauce, plant-based Italian sausage and plant-based cheese; check with the location about ingredients and preparation.

40. California Fish Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    23704 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Green Goddess Dressing

41. Cold Stone Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    26612 Towne Centre Dr, Foothill Ranch

    Vegan: Silk® Chocolate Almondmilk Frozen Dessert

42. Denny's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    23515 El Toro Road, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Plant-Based Pancake Slam®

43. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

44. Luna Grill Lake Forest

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    23625 El Toro Rd Suite A, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Vegan Luna Vida Bowl

45. Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shops

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    23591 Rockfield Blvd, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Truly Vegan

46. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

    Vegan optionsCafé

    22441 El Toro Road, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Latte

47. The Habit Burger Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    23632 El Toro Road, #Suite A, Lake Forest

    Vegan: Veggie Burger Meal

48. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

49. The Human Bean

    Vegan optionsCafé

    21991 El Toro Road, Lake Forest

    Ask for a drink made with oat, almond, soy or coconut milk; confirm flavorings and sauces are dairy-free.

50. Islands

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    26582 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch

51. Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Barbecue

    23760 El Toro Road, Lake Forest