Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Raleigh

We list 303 places in Raleigh where vegans can eat: 7 100% vegan, 1 vegetarian, and 295 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Pizza, Burgers, and American. 100% vegan spots include Dirty V, Element Gastropub, and Pure Vegan Cafe.

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. Dirty V

   🌱100% veganRestaurant · Bar · American

   301 Glenwood Avenue, #100, Raleigh

   Vegan: Trash Talker Garbage Plate, Basic Betty, SMAC Down

2. Element Gastropub

   🌱100% veganRestaurant

   421 Fayetteville Street, #Suite 103, Raleigh

   Vegan: Hippie Harvest, Philly Cheesesteak, Carolina BBQ

3. Pure Vegan Cafe

   🌱100% veganRestaurant

   8369 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh

   Vegan: Rainbow Burger, BBQ Chik'n, Jackfruit Biryani

4. Purr Cup Cafe

   🌱100% veganCafé

   210 Prospect Avenue, Raleigh

   Check the cafe’s social media for the current selection of snacks and treats

5. The Fiction Kitchen

   🌱100% veganNeeds confirmationRestaurant · American

   2431 Crabtree Boulevard, #103, Raleigh

   Vegan: Vegan Charcuterie Board, Lion’s Mane Rangoon, Cornmeal-Fried Mushrooms

6. Cinnaholic

   🌱100% veganBakery · Restaurant · Bakery

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Old Skool, Cookie Monster, Caramel Apple Pie

7. Bahama Breeze

   VegetarianRestaurant · Caribbean

   3309 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

   Vegan: Black Bean & Guacamole Tacos, Black Bean Stuffed Plantain Bowl, Black Bean BBQ Burger

8. Anise Pho

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Vietnamese

   222 Glenwood Avenue, #113, Raleigh

9. Gringo A Go Go

   Vegan optionsRestaurant

   100 North Person Street, Raleigh

10. Irregardless Cafe

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    901 West Morgan Street, Raleigh

11. Lilly's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    1813 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

12. Masala House Indian Restaurant

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Indian

    126 East Millbrook Road, Raleigh

13. Mr. Burro breakfast + coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé · Mexican

    220 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh

14. Neomonde Mediterranean

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    3817 Beryl Road, Raleigh

15. Sir Walter Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    145 East Davie Street, Raleigh

16. Aladdin's Eatery

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Lebanese

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Aladdin’s Falafel Rolled, Hummus Falafel Rolled, Hummus Garden Rolled

17. First Watch

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast

    Chain · 5 locations here

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

18. IHOP

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

19. Jimmy John's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 5 locations here

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

20. Olive Garden

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

21. Qdoba

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    3101 Edwards Mill Road, #102, Raleigh

    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.

22. Red Lobster

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

    4408 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

23. Ruby Tuesday

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Vegan: Impossible Burger, Garden Salad Bar, Pasta Marinara

24. Seasons 52

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    4325 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh

    Vegan: Black Lentil Bolognese, Grilled Artichokes with Preserved Lemon Hummus, Butternut Squash · Ask for the Vegan specialty menu; check with the restaurant because offerings may vary by location.

25. Taco Bell

    Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

    Chain · 11 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.

26. TCBY

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    4325 Glenwood Ave

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

27. Carrabba's Italian Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    4821 Capital Blvd, Raleigh

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

28. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 14 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

29. Jason's Deli

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

30. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    2014 Cameron St, Raleigh

    Vegan: Peppermint Patty, Snow Cone Sorbet, Frosé Sorbet

31. Mellow Mushroom

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

32. P.F. Chang's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Asian

    4325 Glenwood Avenue, #2089

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

33. The Cheesecake Factory

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    4325 Glenwood Avenue

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

34. Baskin-Robbins

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · 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.

35. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Chain · 11 locations here

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

36. CAVA

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Crispy Falafel, Spicy Greens, Hummus

37. Moe's Southwest Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 8 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.

38. Red Robin

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    7860 Alexander Promenade Place, Raleigh

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

39. Which Wich?

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Black Bean Patty, White Bread, Bowlwich

40. Zaxby's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chicken

    Chain · 4 locations here

    Vegan: House Zalad, Crinkle Fries, Texas Toast

41. Auntie Anne's

    Vegan optionsBakery · Restaurant · Bakery

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

42. Bob Evans

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    8001 Brier Creek Pky, Raleigh

    Vegan: Oatmeal, Hash Browns, French Fries

43. Bonefish Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Seafood

    4421 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh

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

44. Bruegger's Bagels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    Chain · 7 locations here

    Vegan: Plain, Everything, Blueberry

45. Chili's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tex-Mex

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl, Fajitas, Oldtimer Burger

46. Kung Fu Tea

    Vegan optionsCafé · Bubble tea

    10251 Little Brier Creek Ln, Raleigh

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

47. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    4215 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

48. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    Chain · 7 locations here

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

49. Smoothie King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

50. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 24 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.

51. Waffle House

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 5 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.

52. Ben & Jerry's

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Key Lime Pie, Mochaccino Chip

53. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 9 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.

54. Dairy Queen

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

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

55. everbowl

    Vegan optionsOther

    6325-17 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh

    Vegan: Whatever Bowl, Full Moon, Everbowl

56. Insomnia Cookies

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Bakery

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

57. Jet's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    Chain · 2 locations here

    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.

58. Marco's Pizza

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    Chain · 6 locations here

    Vegan: Veggie Sub, Garden Salad, Greek Salad

59. Poke Bros.

    Vegan optionsFast food · Poke

    7870 Alexander Promenade Place, #110, Raleigh

    Vegan: Rice, Tofu, Cucumber, Sweet Onion, Ginger, Avocado, Pineapple, Ponzu, Gochujang · Build your own bowl using the listed vegan ingredients and sauces; OG Sauce is added to all bowls unless requested otherwise.

60. Potbelly

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    6605 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh

    Vegan: PB&J, Veggie Sandwich, Apple Walnut Salad

61. Rush Bowls

    Vegan optionsOther

    2811 Hillsborough St Ste 105, Raleigh

    Vegan: Beach Bowl, Summit Bowl, Berry Fresh

62. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 30 locations here

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

63. Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    7901 Falls of Neuse Rd #101, Raleigh

    Vegan: Hummus, Grilled veggie pita, Greek Salad

64. The Melting Pot

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Fondue

    3100 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    Vegan: Spinach and Mushroom Salad, Good Earth Vegetarian entrée, Vegan cheese fondue · Ask about the restaurant's vegan menu; the four-course vegan offering varies slightly by location.

65. Toastique

    Vegan optionsCafé · Restaurant

    1000 Social St Ste 130, Raleigh

    Vegan: Greek, Açaí, Power Açaí

66. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsOther

    Chain · 6 locations here

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

67. Whataburger

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: French Fries, Hash Brown Sticks, Apple Slices

68. Pei Wei

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Asian

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Firecracker Tofu, Honey-Seared Tofu, Asian Chopped Salad

69. Planet Smoothie

    Vegan optionsCafé · Juices

    5959 Triangle Town Blvd, #Suite 2104, Raleigh

    Vegan: Amazon Kick, Dragon Fruit Lemon Splash, Rio Berry Bliss

70. Rita's Italian Ice

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    Vegan: Cherry, Mango, Strawberry

71. True Food Kitchen

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    4104 Center At North Hills Street, Raleigh

    Vegan: Vegan Double Cheeseburger, Chocolate Chip Cookie à la Mode, Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

72. Bartaco

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tacos

    4121 Main at North Hills Street, Raleigh

    Vegan: Cauliflower tacos, Cauliflower bowl

73. Biggby Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Latte, Mango Creme Freeze

74. Chopt

    Vegan optionsFast food · Salads

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Hummus Crunch Wrap, Mexicali Vegan Salad · Build a salad, bowl or wrap with vegan ingredients; check local ingredient availability.

75. 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.

76. Flying Biscuit Cafe - Midtown

    Vegan optionsCafé · Restaurant

    2016 Clark Ave, Raleigh

    Vegan: Vegan Tofu Scramble, Spicy Vegan Collard Greens

77. Golden Corral

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American, Buffet

    Chain · 3 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.

78. Golden Krust

    Vegan optionsFast food · Caribbean

    8741 Brier Creek Parkway, #100, Raleigh

    Vegan: Beyond Mild Vegan Beef Patty, Beyond Spicy Vegan Beef Patty

79. Honey Baked Ham

    Vegan optionsFast food · American

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: California Veggie Sandwich, Roasted Tomato Sandwich

80. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 13 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.

81. MOD Pizza

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    2071 West Millbrook Road, #103, Raleigh

    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.

82. Piada Italian Street Food

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    3088 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    Vegan: Marinara Pasta, Farmer's Market Salad

83. Playa Bowls

    Vegan optionsOther

    2526 Hillsborough St Ste 101, Raleigh

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

84. Shake Shack

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Veggie Shack, Fries

85. The Yard Milkshake Bar

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Oatmilk Latte, Vanilla

86. Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Impossible™ Burger Patty

87. BurgerFi

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Beyond Burger

88. Clean Eatz

    Vegan optionsCafé

    7461 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh

    Vegan: Build a Bowl · Ask a store associate to help with dietary restrictions and confirm the ingredients of your chosen bowl components.

89. Cold Stone Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Silk® Chocolate Almondmilk Frozen Dessert

90. D.P. Dough

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Calzone

    2109 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh

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

91. Denny's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    3215 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    Vegan: Plant-Based Pancake Slam®

92. Dippin' Dots

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

    4325 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh

    Vegan: Rainbow Ice

93. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 14 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

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

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Chinese

    3105 Capital Blvd, Raleigh

    Vegan: Hot Pot

95. Krispy Kreme

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    549 North Person Street, Raleigh

    Vegan: Latte

96. Noodles & Company

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pasta

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Japanese Pan Noodles

97. Torchy's Tacos

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

    1110 Mercantile Dr Building 6, Raleigh

    Vegan: The FoSho

98. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    Chain · 5 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

99. sweetFrog

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    6260, Raleigh

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

100. Great Harvest Bread Company

     Vegan optionsBakery

101. Happy + Hale

     Vegan optionsRestaurant

     200 Park at North Hills Street, #101, Raleigh

102. Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

     Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Ice cream

     200 Park at North Hills St, Raleigh