Vegan and vegan-friendly places in Chesapeake

We list 137 places in Chesapeake where vegans can eat: 137 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, American, Burgers, and Tex-Mex.

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

   1400 Pinnacle Drive, Chesapeake

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

2. IHOP

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Breakfast, Pancakes

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Avocado Toast, Hash Browns, Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

3. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

   Chain · 3 locations here

   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

   41145 Chesapeake Square Boulevard, Chesapeake

   Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

6. Ruby Tuesday

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

   Vegan: Impossible Burger, Garden Salad Bar, Pasta Marinara

7. Taco Bell

   Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

   Chain · 10 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. Carrabba's Italian Grill

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

   1217 Battlefield Boulevard North, Chesapeake

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

9. Del Taco

   Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

   1507 Sams Circle, Chesapeake

   Vegan: 8 Layer Veggie Burrito, Bean Burrito, Chips & Guac

10. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    Chain · 10 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

11. Jason's Deli

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    725 Eden Way, #714, Chesapeake

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

12. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    Chain · 6 locations here

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

13. CAVA

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    801 Eden Way North, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Crispy Falafel, Spicy Greens, Hummus

14. Cracker Barrel

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

15. Moe's Southwest Grill

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 2 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.

16. Red Robin

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Burgers

    Chain · 2 locations here

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

17. Zaxby's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chicken

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: House Zalad, Crinkle Fries, Texas Toast

18. Auntie Anne's

    Vegan optionsBakery · Restaurant · Bakery

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

19. Chili's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Tex-Mex

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl, Fajitas, Oldtimer Burger

20. Einstein Bros. Bagels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    1148 Volvo Parkway, #104, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Bagel, Natural Peanut Butter

21. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

22. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    Chain · 3 locations here

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

23. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 13 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.

24. 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.

25. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 4 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.

26. Dairy Queen

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

    Chain · 4 locations here

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

27. Marco's Pizza

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    1320 Kempsville Rd, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Veggie Sub, Garden Salad, Greek Salad

28. MilkShake Factory Grassfield

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant · Desserts

    648 Grassfield Pkwy, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Non-Dairy Chocolate, Non-Dairy Cookies & Cream, Non-Dairy Peanut Butter

29. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 14 locations here

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

30. Toastique

    Vegan optionsCafé

    535 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Greek, Açaí, Power Açaí

31. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsOther

    Chain · 7 locations here

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

32. Carvel

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    1101 S Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Sorbets, Cake Cone, Sugar Cone · Ask the local shoppe whether Oatly is offered and which flavors are available; availability varies by location.

33. Rita's Italian Ice

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Cherry, Mango, Strawberry

34. Firehouse Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    836 Eden Way N, Chesapeake

    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.

35. Freddy's

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

    721 North Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Veggie Burger, Freddy’s Shoestring Fries

36. Golden Corral

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American, Buffet

    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.

37. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 3 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.

38. Mission BBQ

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Barbecue

    1329 Battlefield Blvd N, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Garden Greens, Fresh Cut Fries

39. MOD Pizza

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    1329 North Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake

    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.

40. Plaza Azteca

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Burrito Vegano, Vegan Bowl

41. TGI Fridays

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    110 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

    Vegan: The Beyond Meat® Cheeseburger, Gluten-Free Vegan Bun Toasted

42. Clean Eatz

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    1036 Volvo Pkwy #3, Chesapeake

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

43. Cold Stone Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    836 Eden Way N, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Silk® Chocolate Almondmilk Frozen Dessert

44. Denny's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    1401 Tintern Street, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Plant-Based Pancake Slam®

45. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 6 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

46. Krispy Kreme

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    1444 Battlefield Boulevard North, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Latte

47. Saladworks

    Vegan optionsFast food · Salads

    717 Eden Way, #614, Chesapeake

    Vegan: Edamame · Build a salad, bowl or wrap from vegan bases, toppings and dressings; check local availability and ingredients.

48. sweetFrog

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    Chain · 2 locations here

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