Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Gastonia

We list 73 places in Gastonia where vegans can eat.

1. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant

   504 Cox Rd, Gastonia

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

2. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

   2080 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

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

3. Olive Garden

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   432 Cox Rd, Gastonia

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

4. Qdoba Mexican Grill

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

   401 Cox Rd Gastonia, Gastonia

   Vegan: Fajita Veggie/Vegan Bowl, Plant-Based Impossible™, Black Beans · Build a vegan burrito, bowl, taco or salad using the items marked vegan in the dietary guide; skip cheese, queso, sour cream and other non-vegan toppings. Plant-Based Impossible™ is available only at select locations.

5. Red Lobster

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

   200 N New Hope Rd, Gastonia

   Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

6. Ruby Tuesday

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

   424 Cox Rd, Gastonia

   Vegan: Impossible Burger, Garden Salad Bar, Pasta Marinara

7. Taco Bell

   Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

   Chain · 4 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.

8. TCBY

   Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

   3078 E Franklin Blvd Ste 7, Gastonia

   Vegan: Dairy-Free Chocolate Almond, Mango Dairy-Free Sorbet, Orange Dairy-Free Sorbet

9. Dunkin'

   Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Doughnuts

   Chain · 3 locations here

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

10. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

    Vegan optionsOther

    2272 East Franklin Boulevard

    Vegan: Mango, Mixed Berry, Pomegranate

11. Applebee's

    Vegan optionsBar

    3628 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: Impossible Cheeseburger, House Salad, Pretzels

12. Baskin-Robbins

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    2302 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia

    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.

13. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

14. Cracker Barrel

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

15. Jack in the Box

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    3618 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: French Toast Sticks, Teriyaki Bowl, Southwest Salad

16. Moe's Southwest Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    3908 East Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    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.

17. Zaxby's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chicken

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: House Zalad, Crinkle Fries, Texas Toast

18. Chili's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tex-Mex

    3086 E. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia

    Vegan: Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl, Fajitas, Oldtimer Burger

19. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsBakery · Restaurant · Bakery

    2625 East Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia

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

20. Smoothie King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

21. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 8 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.

22. Waffle House

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    Chain · 4 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.

23. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    2501 East Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia

    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.

24. Dairy Queen

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

25. Marco's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Veggie Sub, Garden Salad, Greek Salad

26. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

27. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsOther

    401 Cox Road, Gastonia

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

28. Whataburger

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    3415 East Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia

    Vegan: French Fries, Hash Brown Sticks, Apple Slices

29. Blaze Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    401 Cox Rd #178, Gastonia

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

30. Firehouse Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 2 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.

31. Golden Corral

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American, Buffet

    2300 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    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. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    3754 East Franklin Blvd. Franklin Square Phase III, Gastonia

    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.

33. Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

    3351 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: Plant Based Chorizo, Chips · Build a burrito, taco or bowl with Plant Based Chorizo and other vegan ingredients; omit cheese, sour cream and queso.

34. Tijuana Flats

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tacos

    2272 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: Vegan Burrito, Vegan Bowl

35. Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    2211 E Franklin Blvd Suite #120, Gastonia

    Vegan: Impossible™ Burger Patty

36. Cicis Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    3746 E. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: Cavatappi Pasta

37. Denny's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    3628 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: Plant-Based Pancake Slam®

38. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

39. Krispy Kreme

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Latte

40. Noodles And Company

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    2230 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

    Vegan: Japanese Pan Noodles

41. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

42. The Human Bean

    Vegan optionsCafé

    3648 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia

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

43. Bruster's Real Ice Cream

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    1605 Neal Hawkins Rd, Gastonia