Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Independence

We list 69 places in Independence where vegans can eat: 69 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Burgers, Tex-Mex, and American.

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. First Watch

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast

   19321 E. Highway 40, Independence

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

2. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

   20100 East Valley View Parkway, Independence

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

3. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

   3601 South Noland Road, Independence

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

4. Olive Garden

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   Chain · 2 locations here

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

5. Red Lobster

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

   Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

6. Taco Bell

   Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

   Chain · 7 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.

7. Carrabba's Italian Grill

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   19900 East Valley View Parkway, Independence

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

8. Dunkin'

   Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

   2400 South Highway 291, Independence

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

9. Dutch Bros. Coffee

   Vegan optionsCafé

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Espresso, Cold Brew, Nitro Cold Brew

10. 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.

11. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

12. Cracker Barrel

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    4110 South Lee's Summit Road, Independence

    Vegan: Impossible Sausage Made From Plants, Fried Apples, Fresh Fruit

13. Jack in the Box

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    14000 East 42nd Street South, Independence

    Vegan: French Toast Sticks, Teriyaki Bowl, Southwest Salad

14. Red Robin

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    18810 E St #40, Independence

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

15. Auntie Anne's

    Vegan optionsBakery · Restaurant · Bakery

    235 Independence Center Drive Ste 2305, Independence

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

16. Chili's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tex-Mex

    Vegan: Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl, Fajitas, Oldtimer Burger

17. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

18. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    18800 East Highway 40, Independence

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

19. Smoothie King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

20. 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.

21. Twin Peaks

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    19821 E Jackson Dr, Independence

    Vegan: Beyond Burger, Fire-Roasted Salsa & Chips, Cuban Style Rice & Beans

22. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    18880 East Valley View Parkway, Independence

    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.

23. Dairy Queen

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

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

24. HTeaO - Independence (23rd & Lee's Summit)

    Vegan optionsCafé · Bubble tea

    1404 East 23rd St S, Independence

    Vegan: Sweet Regular, Strawberry Passion, Unsweet Green

25. Marco's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    16311 E 23rd St S, Independence

    Vegan: Veggie Sub, Garden Salad, Greek Salad

26. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 4 locations here

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

27. Taco John's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    4242 S Noland Rd, Independence

    Vegan: Bean Burrito, Super Burrito, Meat & Potato Burrito

28. Whataburger

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    18811 East US Highway 40, Independence

    Vegan: French Fries, Hash Brown Sticks, Apple Slices

29. Black Bear Diner

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Dr. Praeger's® Veggie Burger, Avocado Toast, Bob's Red Mill Steel Cut Oatmeal

30. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    19007 E 39th St S, Independence

    Vegan: Veggie Burger, Freddy’s Shoestring Fries

31. Golden Corral

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American, Buffet

    19120 East Valley View Parkway, Independence

    Vegan: Cherry pie, Salad bar · Availability varies by location, time of day and season; ask restaurant staff about ingredients and check with the local restaurant.

32. Honey Baked Ham

    Vegan optionsFast food · American

    4528 South Noland Road, Independence

    Vegan: California Veggie Sandwich, Roasted Tomato Sandwich

33. Cold Stone Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    20140 E Jackson Dr, Independence

    Vegan: Silk® Chocolate Almondmilk Frozen Dessert

34. Denny's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Plant-Based Pancake Slam®

35. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    3709 Noland Rd, Independence

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

36. Papa Murphy's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Dairy-Free Cheese Pizza

37. Sarpino's Pizzeria - Westport

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    17020 E US Hwy 40, Independence

    Ask your local Sarpino’s which vegan menu items it offers; availability varies by location.

38. Scooter's Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Choose almond, oat, or coconut milk for drinks.

39. Old Chicago

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    4661 South Cochise Court, Independence