Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Hickory

We list 58 places in Hickory where vegans can eat: 1 100% vegan and 57 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Pizza, American, and Tex-Mex. 100% vegan spots include Plant Based Boss.

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. Plant Based Boss

   🌱100% veganRestaurant · Sandwiches

   104 2nd Avenue Northwest, Hickory

2. Casa Aguilar

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

3. First Watch

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast

   1510 8th Street Drive SE, Hickory

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

4. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

   2415 US 70 Southeast, Hickory

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

5. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

   1207 2nd St Ne, Hickory

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

6. Olive Garden

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   2261 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory

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

7. Red Lobster

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

   1846 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory

   Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

8. Taco Bell

   Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

   Chain · 3 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.

9. Carrabba's Italian Grill

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   1954 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory

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

10. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

11. Jason's Deli

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Deli

    2337 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory

    Vegan: Nutty Mixed-Up Salad, Spinach Veggie Wrap, Steamed Veggies

12. Mellow Mushroom

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    1185 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE, Hickory

    Vegan: Vegan Veg-Out Pizza, Vegan Cheese Pizza, Vegan Build Your Own Pizza

13. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    2543 Springs Road Northeast, Hickory

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

14. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    1250 11th St Ct SE, Hickory

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

15. Jack in the Box

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Vegan: French Toast Sticks, Teriyaki Bowl, Southwest Salad

16. Moe's Southwest Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    2038 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory

    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

    1330 Lenoir Rhyne Boulevard Southeast, Hickory

    Vegan: House Zalad, Crinkle Fries, Texas Toast

18. Bob Evans

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    2330 15th Avenue Se, Hickory

    Vegan: Oatmeal, Hash Browns, French Fries

19. Chili's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tex-Mex

    2181 US 70 Southeast, Hickory

    Vegan: Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl, Fajitas, Oldtimer Burger

20. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    2260 Highway 70 Southeast, Hickory

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

21. Smoothie King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    225 12th Ave. NE, Hickory

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

22. Subway

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    Chain · 4 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.

23. Waffle House

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    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.

24. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 2 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.

25. Dairy Queen (Treat)

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    1124 1st Ave SW, Hickory

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

26. Marco's Pizza

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    1511 29th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory

    Vegan: Veggie Sub, Garden Salad, Greek Salad

27. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 6 locations here

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

28. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsOther

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

29. Whataburger

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    2411 North Center Street, Hickory

    Vegan: French Fries, Hash Brown Sticks, Apple Slices

30. Firehouse Subs

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    Chain · 3 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

    Chain · 2 locations here

    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

    2429 Highway 70 SE, Hickory

    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

    944 2nd St NE, Hickory

    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. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

35. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    36 29th Ave NE, Hickory

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

36. sweetFrog Premium Frozen Yogurt

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Frozen yogurt

    1754 Catawba Valley Blvd SE, Hickory

    Ask which dairy-free sorbet and DOLE SOFT SERVE flavors are available at the location; fruit toppings may also be available.