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.
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First Watch
North
First Watch
North
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... 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
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
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
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.
Total Juice Plus
Downtown
Total Juice Plus
Downtown
Total Juice Plus is more than just juice - they also have healthy lunch options, like wraps, soups and salads. For ten years, they've been offering a healthy alternative... Read more
Total Juice Plus is more than just juice - they also have healthy lunch options, like wraps, soups and salads. For ten years, they've been offering a healthy alternative to hungry downtown workers who want a break from greasy fast food. The fresh smoothies come with two free additions - vitamins and minerals that help support a... Read More
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
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
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.
Sushi Bears
Downtown
Sushi Bears
Downtown
Sushi Bears is a vendor in Findlay Market, serving sushi rolls, stir fry and Indian dishes. Cooking lessons are offered by appointment Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday.
Sushi Bears is a vendor in Findlay Market, serving sushi rolls, stir fry and Indian dishes. Cooking lessons are offered by appointment Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday.
El Jalisco
South > Southwest
El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Located in country-charming Williamstown, El Jalisco handmakes all the burritos, enchalidas, tacos and other Mex favorites you love.If you prefer American, try the Steak... Read more
Located in country-charming Williamstown, El Jalisco handmakes all the burritos, enchalidas, tacos and other Mex favorites you love.If you prefer American, try the Steak Williamstown. It's served with hand-cut fries smothered in cheese.
Fort Mitchell Public House
South > Southwest
Fort Mitchell Public House
South > Southwest
Serves upscale fare including a variety of dishes from fresh salads to gourmet burgers, sandwiches and outstanding specialty entrees in a relaxed atmosphere.
Serves upscale fare including a variety of dishes from fresh salads to gourmet burgers, sandwiches and outstanding specialty entrees in a relaxed atmosphere.
Sabor Peruano
North
Sabor Peruano
North
If you're in the mood for authentic Peruvian, Sabor Peruano will hit the spot. The inside of Sabor Peruano pays homage to Peru with flags and a sky mural over the dining... Read more
If you're in the mood for authentic Peruvian, Sabor Peruano will hit the spot. The inside of Sabor Peruano pays homage to Peru with flags and a sky mural over the dining area entrance. Flowers and cacti poke up in corners. Even the shows on the TV are in Spanish. The menu might seem a little intimidating for first-timers, with... Read More
Yum Yum Chinese Restaurant
Downtown
Yum Yum Chinese Restaurant
Downtown
Chinese food cravings can hit you when you least expect it: There's just something about those sweet, sour, bitter, savory and salty flavors. And while most Cincinnati... Read more
Chinese food cravings can hit you when you least expect it: There's just something about those sweet, sour, bitter, savory and salty flavors. And while most Cincinnati Chinese food joints offer tasty cuisine, many of them are take-out only and have small or less-than-desirable dining areas. Yum Yum, however, has delicious food... Read More
Wild Ginger
Uptown
Wild Ginger
Uptown
For a fancy date night or celebration, Wild Ginger's upscale sushi, Thai food and hibachi platters is the ultimate way for Asian-cuisine lovers to treat themselves. While... Read more
For a fancy date night or celebration, Wild Ginger's upscale sushi, Thai food and hibachi platters is the ultimate way for Asian-cuisine lovers to treat themselves. While known for its extensive sushi selection and tasty Thai food, you can also order a platter made on the spot on the hibachi grill. You might be best served...... 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
Gourmet Wok
South > Southeast
Gourmet Wok
South > Southeast
Gourmet Wok is one big room with red and black booths, lots of oversized Asian decor on the walls and a small bar located in a nook in the back of the room where they... Read more
Gourmet Wok is one big room with red and black booths, lots of oversized Asian decor on the walls and a small bar located in a nook in the back of the room where they offer beer, plum wine, sake and cocktails. The large main menu was quite over whelming, with tons of teriyaki, chow mein, duck, pork, traditional Cantonese, fish... Read More
Burrito Joe's
North
Burrito Joe's
North
Burritos for breakfast, burritos for lunch, burritos for dinner. Hey, why not? Burrito Joe's has two Cincinnati locations. This is in the Kenwood Mall foodcourt. It's a... Read more
Burritos for breakfast, burritos for lunch, burritos for dinner. Hey, why not? Burrito Joe's has two Cincinnati locations. This is in the Kenwood Mall foodcourt. It's a nice inexpensive-but-filling dining option whether you go with a specialty burrito, build your own or try a bowl or salad.
Avenue Brew
South > Riverfront
Avenue Brew
South > Riverfront
The java house serves up tasty mochas, natural smoothies, chai teas and more. There's a small menu of breakfast (all-day!) items and sandwiches, too, and the vintage... Read more
The java house serves up tasty mochas, natural smoothies, chai teas and more. There's a small menu of breakfast (all-day!) items and sandwiches, too, and the vintage furniture and toys simply add to the charm here. Let's not forget the free Wi-Fi.
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
Dive Bar
Uptown
Dive Bar
Uptown
Come to this cool but casual bar for domestic and craft beers at good prices and a hot dog menu by Flop Johnson's. Free wifi, pool and darts, and dj sets keep up the fun... Read more
Come to this cool but casual bar for domestic and craft beers at good prices and a hot dog menu by Flop Johnson's. Free wifi, pool and darts, and dj sets keep up the fun for you while you hang out with the neighborhood crowd.Flop Johnson's, located inside Dive Bar, features one-of-a-kind "Dogwiches," homemade vegan chili and... Read More
Bean Haus
South > Riverfront
Bean Haus
South > Riverfront
Craving homemade pastries? Bean Haus employs the only full-time pastry chef in Northern Kentucky. Sara Whitman bakes brownies, danishes, muffins, quiche and more, creating... Read more
Craving homemade pastries? Bean Haus employs the only full-time pastry chef in Northern Kentucky. Sara Whitman bakes brownies, danishes, muffins, quiche and more, creating pastry masterpieces. As a vegetarian delight, Bean Haus serves a "puss," puff pastry stuffed with asparagus, broccoli and mushrooms.Additionally, Bean Haus... Read More
Wok of China
West
Wok of China
West
Wok of China is a popular carry-out spot for Chinese-craving West Siders. The menu is long, but the service is quick. Stop by for lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.... Read more
Wok of China is a popular carry-out spot for Chinese-craving West Siders. The menu is long, but the service is quick. Stop by for lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday.Veg heads also have some delicious options.
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
Om Eco Cafe
North
Om Eco Cafe
North
The interior of this Ludlow Avenue cafe is surrounded by used books, products for the soul and local art, creating a peaceful, relaxing environment. So it's appropriate Om... Read more
The interior of this Ludlow Avenue cafe is surrounded by used books, products for the soul and local art, creating a peaceful, relaxing environment. So it's appropriate Om Eco Cafe grows their own food, composts and recycles everything, supports local farms and businesses with fresh and organic vegetarian choices. On the menu... Read More
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
