Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Pasadena

We list 104 places in Pasadena where vegans can eat: 3 100% vegan and 101 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Burgers, Mexican, and Pizza. 100% vegan spots include Equelecue Cuban Vegan Cafe, My Vegan, and Veggie Grill.

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. Equelecue Cuban Vegan Cafe

   🌱100% veganRestaurant

   Vegan: Cuban "Ham"-n-"Cheese", Papa Rellena, Customizable Wrap

2. My Vegan

   🌱100% veganRestaurant

   633 South Arroyo Parkway, #3, Pasadena

   Vegan: Vegan Pad Thai Signature, My Vegan Ramen, Vegan Dal

3. Veggie Grill

   🌱100% veganFast food · American

   200 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena

4. Miss Cheese Tea Cafe

   Vegan optionsCafé · Desserts & ice cream · Bubble tea, Japanese, Desserts

   238 South Arroyo Parkway, #110, Pasadena

5. Fatburger

   Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

   1705 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

   Vegan: Impossible Burger, Craig’s Vegan Chocolate Shake, Craig’s Vegan Maui Banana Shake

6. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

   880 South Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

7. Jamba

   Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

   Chain · 3 locations here

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

8. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

   10 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena

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

9. Robeks Fresh Juices and Smoothies

   Vegan optionsFast food · Café · Juices, Smoothies

   143 W California Blvd, Pasadena

   Vegan: Mango Turmeric Madness, Queen Of All Greens, Berry Beneficial

10. 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.

11. Del Taco

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

12. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    275 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

13. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    3405 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Mango, Mixed Berry, Pomegranate

14. P.F. Chang's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Asian

    300 East Colorado Boulevard, #218, Pasadena

    Vegan: Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps, Buddha’s Feast, Ma Po Tofu

15. The Cheesecake Factory

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    2 West Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Vegan Cobb Salad, Thai Lettuce Wraps with Avocado, Orange Cauliflower Bowl

16. Baja Fresh

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    3615 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Baja Bowl, Veggie Burrito, Burrito Mexicano

17. 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.

18. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    622 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

19. CAVA

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    345 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena

    Vegan: Crispy Falafel, Spicy Greens, Hummus

20. Jack in the Box

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    1415 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: French Toast Sticks, Teriyaki Bowl, Southwest Salad

21. Sweetgreen

    Vegan optionsFast food · Salads

    600 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Shroomami, Hummus Crunch, Super Green Goddess

22. WaBa Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Asian

    753 South Arroyo Parkway, #1, Pasadena

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

23. Yogurtland

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    Chain · 4 locations here

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

24. Auntie Anne's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    204 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena

    Vegan: Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel, Sweet Almond Pretzel, Sweet Glaze Dip

25. California Pizza Kitchen

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    99 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena

    Vegan: White Corn Guacamole + Chips, Dakota Smashed Pea + Barley Soup, Banh Mi Power Bowl

26. Einstein Bros. Bagels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Bagel, Natural Peanut Butter

27. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

28. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    3521 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena

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

29. Pinkberry

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    Vegan: Coconut Milk Coconut, Coconut Milk Chocolate, Just Fruit Peach Passion

30. 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.

31. Buca di Beppo

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    80 West Green Street, Pasadena

    Vegan: Spaghetti Marinara, Green Beans, Mixed Greens

32. 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.

33. Peet's Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Everything Plant-Based Sandwich, Cold Brew Oat Lattes, Pumpkin Latte

34. Pressed Juicery

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    1060 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena

    Vegan: Acai Power Bowl, Acai Freeze, Vanilla Freeze

35. Salt & Straw

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    39 West Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Chocolate Graveyard Cookie Crumble, Hazelnut Cookies and Cream, Freckled Mint Chocolate Chip

36. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 18 locations here

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

37. The Melting Pot

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Fondue

    Vegan: Spinach and Mushroom Salad, Good Earth Vegetarian entrée, Vegan cheese fondue · Ask about the restaurant's vegan menu; the four-course vegan offering varies slightly by location.

38. Blaze Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Pizza, Build Your Own Personal Vegan Pizza, Cheesy Bread

39. Il Fornaio

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Bakery · Italian

    24 West Union Street, Pasadena

    Vegan: Cavolfiori, Minestrone di Verdure, Insalata Regina

40. See's Candies

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream

    3641 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena

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

41. True Food Kitchen

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    168 West Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Vegan Double Cheeseburger, Chocolate Chip Cookie à la Mode, Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

42. El Pollo Loco

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    1449 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Original Pollo Bowl, Original BRC Burrito

43. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    122 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena

    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.

44. Mendocino Farms

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    238 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena

    Vegan: Vegan Banh Mi, Spicy Curried Couscous

45. Philz Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    146 South Lake Avenue, #106, Pasadena

    Vegan: Plant Powered Sandwich, Pumpkin Slice (V)

46. Shake Shack

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    750 South Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena

    Vegan: Veggie Shack, Fries

47. The Halal Guys

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    55 S Madison Ave, Pasadena

    Vegan: Falafel Platter, Falafel Sandwich

48. Togo's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Vegan: #15 Greek Veggie, #21 Cali Veggie · Ask for the #15 Greek Veggie without provolone or the #21 Cali Veggie without provolone and mayo; choose white or sourdough bread.

49. California Fish Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    3809 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena

    Vegan: Green Goddess Dressing

50. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 5 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

51. Fogo de Chão

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Brazilian, Steak house

    234 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Seared Tofu with Sesame Black Bean Pasta

52. Habit Burger & Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    3733 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Veggie Burger Meal

53. Krispy Kreme

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    3425 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena

    Vegan: Latte

54. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Latte

55. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

56. Blue Bottle Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    18 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena

    Order a milk-based beverage with oat milk (the default), or select almond milk.

57. Islands

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    Chain · 3 locations here

58. Wanderlust Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    59 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena