Craving plant-based goodness? Look no further! These vegan OC restaurants offer flavorful dishes that even delight meat-eaters.
Are you in the mood for hearty comfort food or global flavors? These restaurants have it all! No matter your diet, these spots will satisfy your taste buds – minus the meat!
Flower Child · Newport Beach
Flower Child caters to all diets! Vegetarians rejoice over their decadent green chile queso. Vegans crave the Glow Bowl with sweet potatoes and shiitake mushrooms. Plus, all entrees, bowls, and salads let you add animal protein. It’s a win-win for everyone!
FreeSoulCaffe · Tustin
Craving plant-based comfort food in Tustin? Freesoulcaffe serves up delicious paninis, pastas, and even ramen! They prioritize both compassion for the planet and your taste buds. Unlike some vegan options, Freesoulcaffe’s dishes are anything but bland. Plus, they have gluten- and soy-free desserts for everyone!
Parakeet Cafe · Newport Beach
Calling all Newport Beach vegans! Parakeet Cafe in Crystal Cove Shopping Center is your new plant-based haven. This bright and cheerful bistro offers everything from fruit-packed acai bowls to breakfast sandwiches, plus delicious soups and colorful salads.
Taste of Beauty · Fountain Valley
Indulge in plant-based artistry at Taste of Beauty! Executive Chef George Guo transforms vegan and vegetarian ingredients into stunning creations. The seasonal tasting menu takes you on a journey through eight “terrain-based” dishes. Expect unique flavors like crispy chili pepper and elm ear in “The Desert.” Or sea asparagus and kelp broth in “The Ocean.”
The Plot · Costa Mesa
Plant-based paradise alert! The Plot is serving up SoCal’s hottest zero-waste vegan dishes. Craving “crab” cakes? Try their lion’s mane mushroom version! They also have “cheesy” truffle fries and a decadent dark chocolate torte. Bonus: keep an eye out for their seasonal Plantscape dinner series featuring fresh, local ingredients!
Vibe Organic Kitchen & Juice · Costa Mesa, Dana Point + Newport Beach
Calling all gluten-free vegans! Vibe has got you covered across OC. They offer hearty bowls, salads, wraps, and tacos for lunch and dinner. Feeling like breakfast anytime? Vibe also has all-day breakfast options like smoothies, scrambles, and fresh-pressed juices.
Seabirds Kitchen · Costa Mesa
Craving vegan comfort food with a twist? Head to Costa Mesa’s The Lab Anti-Mall and try veganhood! Stephanie Morgan’s food truck-turned-restaurant serves up classics like grilled cheese and stuffed shells. All the dishes are made vegan and free of artificial fillers and preservatives. Leave room for dessert! The homemade pop tarts are a must-try!
Cafe Gratitude · Newport Beach
Start your day bright in Newport Beach! This charming cafe serves breakfast and lunch daily, with all dishes named after positive affirmations. Warm your soul with the Indian curry bowl, “I Am Humble.” Or get a healthy pick-me-up with the vitamin C-packed smoothie, “I Am Illuminated.”
