Vegetarian and Vegan
Find Restaurants Serving Vegetarian and Vegan Cuisine in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
From popular local delicacies to hot new restaurants featuring gourmet takes on comfort-food favorites and fine dining for a romantic night for two, Cincinnati USA is making a name for itself as a foodie destination. USA Today even named the region one of "six small cities with big food scenes" due to the amazing revitalization of our restaurant scene, which offers plenty of dining options for every palate, including vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Ambar India Restaurant
Uptown
Ambar India Restaurant
Uptown
If you've lived, worked or simply passed through Clifton, you've eaten or heard of Ambar. Located in the Clifton gaslight district, this neighborhood staple offer... Read more
If you've lived, worked or simply passed through Clifton, you've eaten or heard of Ambar. Located in the Clifton gaslight district, this neighborhood staple offer authentic Indian cuisine with plenty of spicy dishes and vegetarian options. Ambar offers a casual but classy experience with white tablecloths, chandeliers overhead... Read More
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Downtown
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Downtown
Juice bar, smoothie bar, and plant-based market offering the highest quality and nutritionally packed ingredients.
Juice bar, smoothie bar, and plant-based market offering the highest quality and nutritionally packed ingredients.
Kabobske
South
Kabobske
South
Mediterranean restaurant serving fast-casual dishes that are made daily and fresh. Kabobs take center stage on the menu, along with other items like chicken shawarma,... Read more
Mediterranean restaurant serving fast-casual dishes that are made daily and fresh. Kabobs take center stage on the menu, along with other items like chicken shawarma, Lebanese-style gyros, falafel and lamb.
Ruth's Parkside Cafe
Uptown
Ruth's Parkside Cafe
Uptown
Located in the American Can Building, Ruth's is dedicated to providing great dining and an eclectic atmosphere to the Northside community.
Located in the American Can Building, Ruth's is dedicated to providing great dining and an eclectic atmosphere to the Northside community.
Brij Mohan
North
Brij Mohan
North
This little, simple diner in Sharonville serves Indian cuisine, with saag being very popular. Seriously, any type of authentic Indian dessert you can imagine they probably... Read more
This little, simple diner in Sharonville serves Indian cuisine, with saag being very popular. Seriously, any type of authentic Indian dessert you can imagine they probably carry in their deli case, including gulab jamun, patisa and rasmalai.
Please OTR
Downtown
Please OTR
Downtown
Four course tasting menus for vegetarian, pescetarian and omnivores. Full bar and a la carte menu available.
Four course tasting menus for vegetarian, pescetarian and omnivores. Full bar and a la carte menu available.
Ramsey's Trailside
East
Ramsey's Trailside
East
Nestled along the Loveland Bike Trail, Ramsey's Trailside is serving up healthy, delicious, and quality food in Historic Loveland. Enjoy a picturesque view from the... Read more
Nestled along the Loveland Bike Trail, Ramsey's Trailside is serving up healthy, delicious, and quality food in Historic Loveland. Enjoy a picturesque view from the rooftop bar and enclosed patios at Ramsey's for family-friendly dinners, or with friends. Ramsey's Trailside offers vegan and vegetarian options alongside other...... Read More
Fusian
Downtown
Fusian
Downtown
This sushi spot offers six signature rolls and the option to put together your own combination of wrap, meats, veggies and spices. (Don't worry, their trained... Read more
This sushi spot offers six signature rolls and the option to put together your own combination of wrap, meats, veggies and spices. (Don't worry, their trained professionals will do the actual rolling and cutting.)
Aladdin's Eatery + Lounge
Downtown
Aladdin's Eatery + Lounge
Downtown
Simple Lebanese-American chain offering traditional and vegetarian dishes plus smoothies, beer, and wine.
Simple Lebanese-American chain offering traditional and vegetarian dishes plus smoothies, beer, and wine.
Coffee Emporium
Downtown
Coffee Emporium
Downtown
Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.
Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.
Tostado's Grill
Uptown
Tostado's Grill
Uptown
A haunt popular for Red's fans and Red's players themselves, Tostado's has the hookup when it comes to drinking, partying and eclectic eats. Those may not seem... Read more
A haunt popular for Red's fans and Red's players themselves, Tostado's has the hookup when it comes to drinking, partying and eclectic eats. Those may not seem to go together, but Tostado's serves up multiple kinds of cuisine, such as German, Italian, and Mexican. Favorites from their Mexican items include the carnitas and...... Read More
Swad Indian Restaurant
North
Swad Indian Restaurant
North
Swad Indian Restaurant offers delicious North Indian specialties, seasoned to your taste - whether mild, moderate or hot, a great variety to which we invite you to enjoy.
Swad Indian Restaurant offers delicious North Indian specialties, seasoned to your taste - whether mild, moderate or hot, a great variety to which we invite you to enjoy.
The Gourmand Group
Downtown
The Gourmand Group
Downtown
Formerly Fresh Table, The Gourmand Group serves locally sourced and organic items, including salad bowls with an international flair, homemade salad dressings, baby back... Read more
Formerly Fresh Table, The Gourmand Group serves locally sourced and organic items, including salad bowls with an international flair, homemade salad dressings, baby back ribs, salmon, tofu Parmesan and desserts. Many items are vegan-friendly.
Sitwells
Uptown
Sitwells
Uptown
This coffeehouse-meets-bar attracts quite the creative crowd. Poets, musicians, artists, scholars and teachers all find solace in the comfy cafe which often doubles as... Read more
This coffeehouse-meets-bar attracts quite the creative crowd. Poets, musicians, artists, scholars and teachers all find solace in the comfy cafe which often doubles as their workspace. For those feeling a bit less studious, Sitwells has a number of ways to pass the time -- show off your backgammon skills, listen in on a poetry... Read More
The Weekly Juicery
Uptown
The Weekly Juicery
Uptown
USDA Ceritfied Organic cold-pressed juice bar featuring raw juices, superfood smoothies, and delicious raw foods.
USDA Ceritfied Organic cold-pressed juice bar featuring raw juices, superfood smoothies, and delicious raw foods.
Mac's Pizza Pub
South > Riverfront
Mac's Pizza Pub
South > Riverfront
Offers over 100 beers, craft cocktails and wine. Pizza, sandwiches, burgers, salads and awesome wings. Gluten Free and vegan options available!
Offers over 100 beers, craft cocktails and wine. Pizza, sandwiches, burgers, salads and awesome wings. Gluten Free and vegan options available!
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
North
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
North
Mediterranean Inspired, Fresh Food that tastes good! All menu items are made from scratch daily featuring hand crafted gyros, kebobs, salads and sandwiches. We do not have... Read more
Mediterranean Inspired, Fresh Food that tastes good! All menu items are made from scratch daily featuring hand crafted gyros, kebobs, salads and sandwiches. We do not have a freezer or fryer in our restaurants and believe that great food brings people together. All meat is hand trimmed in our kitchen, produce is delivered 6-7... Read More
Phoenician Taverna
North
Phoenician Taverna
North
A broad menu of Mediterranean fare (including vegetarian options) served in a comfortable space.
A broad menu of Mediterranean fare (including vegetarian options) served in a comfortable space.
Amma's Kitchen
North
Amma's Kitchen
North
Simple eatery serving a kosher, vegetarian menu of Southern Indian specialties plus a lunch buffet.
Simple eatery serving a kosher, vegetarian menu of Southern Indian specialties plus a lunch buffet.
Yard House
Downtown
Yard House
Downtown
Yard House offers 160 beer taps and an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, serving lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. Extensive menu of American fusion cuisine,... Read more
Yard House offers 160 beer taps and an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, serving lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. Extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, ranging from burgers and salads on up to miso sea bass and lobster garlic noodles.
Currito
Uptown
Currito
Uptown
Currito is a burrito joint similar to Chipotle: You walk in and order your burrito (or burrito bowl) and then watch it get sent down the assembly line. Here you can create... Read more
Currito is a burrito joint similar to Chipotle: You walk in and order your burrito (or burrito bowl) and then watch it get sent down the assembly line. Here you can create your own burrito as it is made, or pick one from the menu, such as the Mediterranean (with black bean hummus, tomato, cucumber, feta cheese with balsamic...... Read More
Cafe Figueroa
North
Cafe Figueroa
North
Latin-inspired cuisine with a focus on regional, seasonal, minimally processed and non-GMO ingredients of the highest quality.
Latin-inspired cuisine with a focus on regional, seasonal, minimally processed and non-GMO ingredients of the highest quality.
CoreLife Eatery
Uptown
CoreLife Eatery
Uptown
Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages.
Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages.
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Uptown
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Uptown
100% organic juice bar, smoothie bar and plant-based market aiming to offer the highest quality and most nutritionally packed living foods to our customers.
100% organic juice bar, smoothie bar and plant-based market aiming to offer the highest quality and most nutritionally packed living foods to our customers.
Northstar Cafe
North
Northstar Cafe
North
This Columbus-based restaurant serves imaginative New American cuisine with an emphasis on organic ingredients.
This Columbus-based restaurant serves imaginative New American cuisine with an emphasis on organic ingredients.
Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters
Uptown
Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters
Uptown
If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot... Read more
If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot for you. This coffee house takes pride in the freshness of its coffee, roasting small batches of beans in a Probat L12 coffee roaster, which is prominently... Read More
The Kitchen Factory
Uptown
The Kitchen Factory
Uptown
Full service pizzeria and late night window on Fridays and Saturdays.
Full service pizzeria and late night window on Fridays and Saturdays.
Green Farm Juicery
North
Green Farm Juicery
North
Juice bar offering raw cold-pressed juices, health elixirs, custom veggie smoothies, house made nut milks, and cleanses.
Juice bar offering raw cold-pressed juices, health elixirs, custom veggie smoothies, house made nut milks, and cleanses.
Elephant Walk
Uptown
Elephant Walk
Uptown
Ethiopian and Indian classics served in a roomy, low-key space featuring a full bar with beer on tap.
Ethiopian and Indian classics served in a roomy, low-key space featuring a full bar with beer on tap.
Off the Vine
Downtown
Off the Vine
Downtown
Fresh, cold-pressed juice made daily.
Fresh, cold-pressed juice made daily.
Green Dog Cafe
Uptown
Green Dog Cafe
Uptown
This environmentally-friendly restaurant from Mary and Mark Swortwood, original owners of the Brown Dog and Tink's, features local and organic ingredients. Vegans,... Read more
This environmentally-friendly restaurant from Mary and Mark Swortwood, original owners of the Brown Dog and Tink's, features local and organic ingredients. Vegans, vegetarians, and those who don't eat gluten or dairy have plenty of menu choices available. Dishes may vary by the season, but favorites include: the Green Dog BLT... Read More
Little River Bar and Grill
North
Little River Bar and Grill
North
Relax and enjoy the day when you drop by Little River Bar & Grill, LLC for a delicious home-cooked meal and live music. Built in the 1800s, the building our bar... Read more
Relax and enjoy the day when you drop by Little River Bar & Grill, LLC for a delicious home-cooked meal and live music. Built in the 1800s, the building our bar resides in is a cherished piece of history, positioned in the beautiful countryside by a gorgeous 78-mile bike trail, less than 10 miles away from Lebanon, OH.
The Elusive Cow
South
The Elusive Cow
South
Classic menu items made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
Classic menu items made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
El Pueblo
North
El Pueblo
North
El Pueblo's vibrantly colored walls and scenic photos of Mexico create a bright and beautifully authentic setting, enhanced by a live Mariachi band that performs tableside... Read more
El Pueblo's vibrantly colored walls and scenic photos of Mexico create a bright and beautifully authentic setting, enhanced by a live Mariachi band that performs tableside monthly. The restaurant serves up more than 100 flavorful Mexican dishes, including more than 15 burritos, each bursting with flavorful ingredients. Try the... Read More
Carl's Deli
Uptown
Carl's Deli
Uptown
It's easy to get caught up in staring at the houses on Observatory Road and blow right by Carl's Deli, but if you do, you're missing out. Carl's is a must-have for Hyde... Read more
It's easy to get caught up in staring at the houses on Observatory Road and blow right by Carl's Deli, but if you do, you're missing out. Carl's is a must-have for Hyde Parkers. While the pricing reflects Hyde Park's real estate, it's still reasonable considering the delightful sandwiches and fantastic customer service. Carl's... Read More
Mio's Pizza
South > Southwest
Mio's Pizza
South > Southwest
This Mio's Pizzeria location in Florence, Ky., offers a causal but fun dining experience. The favorites at Mio's are the pizzas and calzones, including some vegetarian... Read more
This Mio's Pizzeria location in Florence, Ky., offers a causal but fun dining experience. The favorites at Mio's are the pizzas and calzones, including some vegetarian options. They've got a slew of specialty pizzas, stuffed pizzas, pasta dishes, hoagies and salads.
Win Wok
West
Win Wok
West
With multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Win Wok is the go-to spot for delicious Chinese food. Win Wok has the traditional sweet, sour, bitter, savory and salty... Read more
With multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Win Wok is the go-to spot for delicious Chinese food. Win Wok has the traditional sweet, sour, bitter, savory and salty traditional dishes you crave. You can't go wrong with Chinese take-out, but Win Wok also has a dine-in service. Patrons can take advantage of the generous buffet... Read More
Wok Inn
Uptown
Wok Inn
Uptown
Anyone else notice the welcoming tone of this Chinese eatery? Wok Inn features killer lunch specials, with everything under $5. They offer carry-out and delivery, but... Read more
Anyone else notice the welcoming tone of this Chinese eatery? Wok Inn features killer lunch specials, with everything under $5. They offer carry-out and delivery, but eating inside is pretty cool because of the high pointed ceiling, cozy wooden interior and big, bright windows giving views of Vine Street. The menu offers...... Read More
Highland
Uptown
Highland
Uptown
This venerable Corryville hangout has a definite bohemian atmosphere within its vintage walls. It's a fine place to come alone to read the paper and warm up with a... Read more
This venerable Corryville hangout has a definite bohemian atmosphere within its vintage walls. It's a fine place to come alone to read the paper and warm up with a Guinness or spiked coffee. There's also a full bar serving its diverse clientele. The Highland serves coffees, beer, spirits, pie, sandwiches and vegetarian chili... Read More
Through the Garden Restaurant
North
Through the Garden Restaurant
North
Through the Garden uses herbs and vegetables from its own garden to cook a wide array of dishes. This vegetarian-friendly restaurant offers fresh, delectable lunch and... Read more
Through the Garden uses herbs and vegetables from its own garden to cook a wide array of dishes. This vegetarian-friendly restaurant offers fresh, delectable lunch and dinner entrees, including Garden Pot Roast, Hawaiian Salmon and Vegetarian Lasagna. Stop in for all you can eat ribs on Thursdays, all you can eat wings on...... Read More
May Cafe
North
May Cafe
North
Fresh and bursting with flavor is what May Cafe has to offer. Serving the Milford, OH area they provide great tasting food that's prepared fresh with the highest quality... Read more
Fresh and bursting with flavor is what May Cafe has to offer. Serving the Milford, OH area they provide great tasting food that's prepared fresh with the highest quality ingredients.
First Watch
Uptown
First Watch
Uptown
Not every breakfast diner is big on "healthy eating," but First Watch is an exception. The breakfast/brunch/lunch hotspot features fresh and made-from-scratch... Read more
Not every breakfast diner is big on "healthy eating," but First Watch is an exception. The breakfast/brunch/lunch hotspot features fresh and made-from-scratch items on its menu, including traditional eggs, omelets, pancakes, crepes, French toast and skillet meals. Healthy choices include the Power Wrap (with tomato basil...... Read More
Win Wok
North
Win Wok
North
With multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Win Wok is the go-to spot for delicious Chinese food. Win Wok has the traditional sweet, sour, bitter, savory and salty... Read more
With multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Win Wok is the go-to spot for delicious Chinese food. Win Wok has the traditional sweet, sour, bitter, savory and salty traditional dishes you crave. You can't go wrong with Chinese take-out, but Win Wok also has dine-in service. Patrons can take advantage of the generous buffet or... Read More
