Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Gainesville

We list 127 places in Gainesville where vegans can eat: 2 vegetarian and 125 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Ice cream, Doughnuts, and Pizza.

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. Jeremiah's Italian Ice

   VegetarianDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Black Cherry, Blue Razz, Cherry

2. Frenchman Street Food

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Cajun

   439 South Main Street, Gainesville

3. Humble Wood Fire Bagel Shop

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Bagels

   307 Southwest 4th Avenue, Gainesville

4. Karma Cream

   Vegan optionsCafé · Desserts & ice cream · Ice cream

   607 West University Avenue, Gainesville

5. Muñecas Taco Garden and Bar

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

   317 Southwest 4th Avenue, Gainesville

6. First Watch

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: A.M. Superfoods Cereal, Avocado Toast, Steel-Cut Oatmeal

7. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

   Chain · 4 locations here

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

8. Olive Garden

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   2711 Clark Butler Blvd, Gainesville

   Vegan: Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce, Minestrone Soup, Breadstick with Garlic Topping

9. Taco Bell

   Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

   Chain · 5 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.

10. Carrabba's Italian Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    3021 Southwest 34th Street

    Vegan: Linguine Positano, Spaghetti with Pomodoro Sauce, Penne Pomodoro

11. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    Chain · 7 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

12. P.F. Chang's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Asian

    2851 Southwest 35th Drive, Gainesville

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

13. The Cheesecake Factory

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    2851 SW 35th Dr Ste 70, Gainesville

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

14. Baskin-Robbins

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    Chain · 4 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.

15. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

16. CAVA

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Crispy Falafel, Spicy Greens, Hummus

17. Just Salad

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant · Salads

    Vegan: Tokyo Supergreens, Tofu, Earth Bowl, Vegan Chipotle

18. Menchie's

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    2905 Southwest 42nd Street, #Ste 10, Gainesville

    Vegan: Vegan Strawberry Lemonade Sorbet, Vegan Blueberry Lemonade Sorbet, Vegan Cake Batter Made With Almond Milk

19. Moe's Southwest Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Tofu, Black Beans, Pinto Beans · Build a burrito, bowl, tacos, nachos or salad using the listed vegan bases, proteins, beans, rice, produce and sauces; omit cheese and other non-vegan toppings.

20. Zaxby's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chicken

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: House Zalad, Crinkle Fries, Texas Toast

21. BJ's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    6611 West Newberry Road, Gainesville

    Vegan: House Salad, Chips & Housemade Guacamole + Salsa, Strawberry Fields Salad

22. Bonefish Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

    3237 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville

    Vegan: House Salad with Citrus Herb Vinaigrette, Jasmine Rice, Chimichurri Sauce

23. Chili's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tex-Mex

    3530 Southwest Archer Road

    Vegan: Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl, Fajitas, Oldtimer Burger

24. Einstein Bros. Bagels

    Vegan optionsBakery · Restaurant · Bagels

    1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

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

25. Kung Fu Tea

    Vegan optionsCafé · Bubble tea

    3102 SW 34th St, Gainesville

    Vegan: Winter Melon Tea, Lychee Punch, Mango Green Tea

26. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

27. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

28. Smoothie King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Mango Kale, Vegan Mixed Berry, Vegan Dark Chocolate Banana

29. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 10 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.

30. Waffle House

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Hashbrowns, Grilled Onions, Grilled Tomatoes · Order a build-your-own hashbrown plate or bowl with animal-free toppings; all items share grill and prep surfaces with animal items.

31. 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.

32. Dairy Queen

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Ice cream, Burgers, Chicken

    3960 Southwest Archer Road, #B, Gainesville

    Vegan: Non-Dairy Dilly® Bar, Misty® Slush, Pretzel Sticks

33. Insomnia Cookies

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Bakery

    1702 W University Ave Ste B1, Gainesville

    Vegan: Vegan Gluten Free Chocolate Chip, Vegan Birthday Cake, Vegan Chocolate Chunk

34. Marco's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    3720 NW 13th St, Gainesville

    Vegan: Veggie Sub, Garden Salad, Greek Salad

35. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 13 locations here

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

36. Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    2905 SW 42nd St Ste 10, Gainesville

    Vegan: Hummus, Grilled veggie pita, Greek Salad

37. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    Chain · 4 locations here

    Vegan: Detox Island Green, Island Green, Acai Berry Boost

38. Blaze Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    3617 Southwest Archer Road

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

39. Carvel

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    3411 Southwest Archer Road

    Vegan: Sorbets, Cake Cone, Sugar Cone · Ask the local shoppe whether Oatly is offered and which flavors are available; availability varies by location.

40. Firehouse Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 4 locations here

    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.

41. Flying Biscuit Cafe - Midtown

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    4150 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville

    Vegan: Vegan Tofu Scramble, Spicy Vegan Collard Greens

42. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 3 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.

43. Playa Bowls

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    1260 SW 5th Ave Ste 110, Gainesville

    Vegan: Kowabunga, Kowabunga · For a custom bowl, skip honey and choose vegan-friendly toppings.

44. The Honey Baked Ham Company

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Deli

    618 NW 60th St, Gainesville

    Vegan: California Veggie Sandwich, Roasted Tomato Sandwich

45. Tijuana Flats

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

    3205 Clark Butler Boulevard, #70, Gainesville

    Vegan: Vegan Burrito, Vegan Bowl

46. Cold Stone Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Silk® Chocolate Almondmilk Frozen Dessert

47. D.P. Dough Virginia Tech

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    104-110 NW 17th St, Gainesville

    Vegan: Impossiburg Zone · Ask your location which vegan options are available.

48. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 6 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

49. Foxtail Coffee Co.

    Vegan optionsCafé

    2851 SW 35th Dr, Gainesville

    Vegan: Oatmeal cookie cream pies

50. Krispy Kreme

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    306 NW 13th St, Gainesville

    Vegan: Latte

51. Kyuramen x TBaar - Gainesville

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Japanese

    212 SE 1st St Ste 3, Gainesville

    Vegan: Vegetable Miso Ramen

52. Parlor Doughnuts

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Doughnuts

    931 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville

    Vegan: Vegan/Gluten Friendly

53. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    Chain · 7 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

54. Scooter's Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    5006 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville

    Choose almond, oat, or coconut milk for drinks.