Whether you already eat plant-based, you’re plant-curious or you’re just looking to expand your culinary horizons in the new year, Orlando has plenty of tasty eats sans meat and dairy. From ice cream and doughnut shops to Nashville-hot chicken sammies and burgers, these are the vegan and vegetarian hotspots feeding Orlando’s hungriest hordes.

Here are 21 vegan and vegetarian restaurants to try in Orlando. 

Dharma Southern Chick’n 5565 Old Cheney Highway, Orlando Dharma Southern Chick’n sells 100% plant-based comfort foods, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Chick’n Nugz, Nashville Hawt sandwiches and Ga. Peach Sloppy Joes are just some of the big bites you can grab from this vegan spot. Credit: Photo via Dharma Southern Chick'n/Facebook
Earthy Picks 420 E. Church St., Orlando This new vegan cafe in downtown Orlando is a Latin-inspired, fully vegan eatery. The menu boasts colorful, vibrant dishes like the all-day brunch burrito, tacos, bowls and salads. Credit: Photo via Earthy Picks/Facebook
V’s Diner 908 FL-436, Casselberry This Casselberry spot is sure to satisfy any classic American cuisine cravings, while holding true to the plant-based lifestyle. The menu features burgers, chicken sandwiches, chili fries and more. Credit: Photo via V's Diner/Facebook
Best Vegan Restaurant 1st: Ethos Vegan Kitchen, ethosvegankitchen.com 2nd: Winter Park Biscuit Co., winterparkbiscuitco.com 3rd: Hungry Pants, eathungrypants.com All Best of Orlando® 2022 winners posted on 8/31/22 Credit: Photo by Rob Bartlett
Toasted 1945 Aloma Ave., Winter Park | 11551 University Blvd., Orlando | 6506 Old Brick Road, Windermere Toasted is widely known for its carnivorous sandwiches, but their vegan menu is a true hidden gem. Vegan grilled cheeses, truffle melts, burgers and cheese fries are just some of the plant-based stars of the show. Credit: Photo via Toasted/Facebook

Best Vegan or Vegetarian Restaurant


Winner: Winter Park Biscuit Co.
Finalists: Ethos Vegan Kitchen, Infusion Tea Credit: Photo via Winter Park Biscuit Co./Facebook
Bombay Street Kitchen 6215 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando Bombay Street Kitchen serves authentic Indian street food in a casual, unique spot. The menu is massive, and there are plenty of meat- and dairy-free dishes to dive into. It maintains its Bib Gourmand distinction. Credit: Photo via Bombay Street Kitchen/Instagram
Plantees 1030 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Sitting in a prime location, this Mills Avenue eatery specializes in vegan burgers, fries and shakes. The menu says “fast food” but the indoor and outdoor seating areas offer a casual dining spot. Credit: Photo via Plantees/Facebook
The Greenery Creamery 420 East Church St, Unit #112, Orlando, FL, 32801, (407) 286-1084 Vegan, artisanal ice cream with so many flavors to offer! Photo via The Greenery Creamery/Facebook Credit: Photo via The Greenery Creamery/Facebook
Sampaguita 5 out of 5 stars, 40 reviews 1223 E. Colonial Drive ”Sampaguita is unique compared to other ice cream shops because of their flavors. They reflect the Filipino culture very well. These flavors are definitely ones you can’t find just anywhere.” – Rachel M. Credit: Photo via Sampaguita/Yelp
Purgatory Orlando Pop up, various locations A plant-based concept that aims to “fuck shit up,” Purgatory serves massive burgers, sandwiches and late-night eats. You’ll have to track down this pop-up at various events around town to get a taste, but it’ll be well worth it when you do. Credit: Photo via Purgatory Orlando/Instagram
Loving Hut 2101 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando Loving Hut’s menu highlights homemade vegan Asian dishes, drinks and desserts. From sushi to dumplings to stir fries and noodles, this East Colonial spot has plenty of plant-based goodness to choose from. Credit: Photo via Loving Hut/Yelp
The Kind Cleaver 2603 E. South St., Orlando This fully vegan deli serves house-made deli “meats,” sandwiches, sausages, brunch options and more. The Kind Cleaver’s menu rotates, but rarely fails to deliver massive, hearty sandwiches and big vegan eats. Credit: Photo via The Kind Cleaver/Facebook
Drunken Monkey 444 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando This reliable Bumby Avenue coffee spot offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options for those plant-based or plant-curious. The vegan breakfast wrap (the Treehugger) is an all-day affair, and the rotating soups have a loyal following, too. Credit: Photo via Drunken Monkey/Facebook
Valkyrie Doughnuts 12226 Corporate Blvd., Orlando Whimsical unicorn and tardigrade murals adorn the walls of this vegan doughnut and sweets shop owned by Celine Duvoisin of Valhalla Bakery. Valkyrie is known for its Instagrammable plant-based doughnut creations made from scratch. Credit: Photo via Valkyrie Doughnuts/Instagram
Veggie Garden 1216 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando Veggie Garden brings Orlando Vietnamese cuisine that is completely vegan (although some drinks contain dairy!). The small space is optimal for a quick bite or grabbing food to-go. Credit: Photo via Veggie Garden/Facebook
Leguminati Vegan Eatery 2401 Curry Ford Road, Orlando Located in the Hourglass Social House, Leguminati Vegan Eatery is all plant-based and offers a variety of wraps, burgers, sandwiches, bagels and beer to wash it all down. Credit: Photo via Leguminati Vegan Eatery/Facebook
The Madras Cafe 7730 W. Sand Lake Road, Sand Lake The Madras Cafe offers vegan and vegetarian cuisine featuring Indian and Indo-Chinese flavors in a laid-back environment. Credit: Photo via The Madras Cafe/Instagram
The Earthy Kitchen 9318 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando The Earthy Kitchen offers plant-based Puerto Rican home-style dishes, like stews, empanadas, soups, desserts and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Credit: Photo via The Earthy Kitchen/Instagram
Jacked Up Vegan 959 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park Jacked Up Vegan is a fully plant-based taqueria that offers Mexican-inspired dishes like pulled pork tortas, cheesy Carne Cali burritos and an arepa burger. Credit: Photo via Jacked Up Vegan/Instagram
Pizza Nova 959 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park Pizza Nova does the impossible. This all-vegan pizza and pasta restaurant takes classic and creative Italian dishes and serves them up sans meats and dairy. Credit: Photo via Pizza Nova/Facebook

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Chloe Greenberg is the Digital Content Editor for Orlando Weekly.