Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Matthews

We list 41 places in Matthews where vegans can eat: 41 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Mexican, Pizza, and Doughnuts.

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

   1643 Matthews Township Pkwy, Matthews

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

2. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

   9253 East Independence Boulevard, Matthews

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

3. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

   2233 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews

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

4. Qdoba

   Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

   Chain · 2 locations here

   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

   9801 Independence Pointe Parkway, Matthews

   Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

6. Carrabba's Italian Grill

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   10408 East Independence Boulevard, Matthews

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

7. Dunkin'

   Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Doughnuts

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

8. Applebee's Grill & Bar

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

   9616 E Independence Blvd, Matthews

   Vegan: Impossible Cheeseburger, House Salad, Pretzels

9. Baskin-Robbins

   Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

   3114 Fincher Farm Road, Matthews

   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.

10. Cracker Barrel

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

11. Which Wich

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    930 Park Center Dr, Matthews

    Vegan: Black Bean Patty, White Bread, Bowlwich

12. Bonefish Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

    10430 East Independence Boulevard, Matthews

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

13. Bruegger's Bagels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    1905 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews

    Vegan: Plain, Everything, Blueberry

14. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    1904 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews

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

15. Smoothie King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    3118 Fincher Farm Rd Ste. 100, Matthews

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

16. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    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.

17. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    1909 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews

    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.

18. Dairy Queen

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

    1819 Matthews Township Parkway, #900, Matthews

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

19. Jet's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    920 Park Center Drive, Matthews

    Vegan: Cinnamon Stix, Italian, Raspberry Vinaigrette · Choose one of the listed vegan crusts, sauces and toppings; order without cheese. All products are prepared in a shared kitchen.

20. Margaritas Mexican

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

    10056 E Independence Blvd, Matthews

    Vegan: Vegetable Fajitas, Vegetable Tacos, Spicy Avocado Bowl · Request any listed dish vegan; the restaurant says dairy and butter can be removed.

21. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

22. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsOther

    2309 Matthews Township, Matthews

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

23. Mooyah

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    2233 Matthews Township Pkwy, Matthews

    Vegan: Black bean vegan patty with avocado, sautéed mushrooms, grilled onions, tomato and BBQ sauce; order in a lettuce cup., Hand-Cut Fries, Sweet Potato

24. Firehouse Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    1808 Windsor Square Drive, Matthews

    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.

25. Flying Biscuit Cafe - Midtown

    Vegan optionsCafé · Restaurant

    110 Matthews Station St, Matthews

    Vegan: Vegan Tofu Scramble, Spicy Vegan Collard Greens

26. Golden Corral

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American, Buffet

    11025 East Independence Boulevard, Matthews

    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.

27. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 2 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.

28. MOD Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    10420 E Independence Blvd, Matthews

    Vegan: Plant-Based Italian Sausage, Plant-Based Cheese · Build a pizza using a vegan crust, vegan sauce, plant-based Italian sausage and plant-based cheese; check with the location about ingredients and preparation.

29. Cicis

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza, Buffet

    1804 Windsor Square Drive, Matthews

    Vegan: Cavatappi Pasta

30. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    3335 Siskey Parkway, #200, Matthews

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

31. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot-Orlando,FL

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Chinese

    9609 E Independence Blvd P, Matthews

    Vegan: Hot Pot

32. Krispy Kreme

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    9301 East Independence Boulevard, Matthews

    Vegan: Latte

33. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    1811 Matthews Township Pkwy, Matthews

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

34. sweetFrog

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    2233 Matthews Township Pkwy, Matthews

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

35. Bruster's Real Ice Cream

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    545 W John St, Matthews