6 Delish Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Florida

As vegan and vegetarian food grows in popularity, many restaurants across the Sunshine State are offering this healthier fare, but without sacrificing the great taste of a good home-cooked meal! 

These six restaurants use fresh, clean, natural ingredients in dishes that range from veggie burgers and burritos, to pizza, Philly “steak” sandwiches, and yes, even mac’n’cheese for the kids. 

And in case you become enamored of this delicious cuisine, there’s even one restaurant that offers monthly vegan cooking classes! 

So whether you are in Miami, in the state’s capital, or near Orlando, there’s a great vegan/vegetarian option near you.

Love Life Cafe, Miami

Founded under the premise that “eating healthy is an act of self love and a social responsibility towards our planet and animal welfare,” its relaxed ambiance and zen-like vibe makes it a great place to experience the many delicious flavors and textures of plant-based food. 

Veronica Menin and Diego Tosoni, partners in love and life, created Love Life Cafe to expand people’s awareness towards loving life and respecting our planet. But that mission comes hand in hand with delicious food made with beautiful ingredients from nature, and includes their award-winning veggie burger, which in 2016 was named “best veggie burger in America” at the Seed Food and Wine Festival. 

Of course, you’ll be tempted to try every item on the menu, from the hearty Latin American Sancocho Soup, made with root vegetables, to the delicioso Cuban Burrito with black bean sofrito, brown rice, lettuce, tomatoes and, of course, fried sweet plantains. 

For menu, location and hours of operation, visit HERE.

End of the Line Cafe, Pensacola

With an eclectic clientele spanning in age from 7 months to 70 years, this Pensacola staple has been  serving fresh, healthy, homemade food since 2002. The food is, of course, 100% Vegan and made from scratch. They even offer their own house-made vegan cheese, and have many gluten-free options. 

The menu includes everything from a delicious Vegan B.L.T. (maple-hickory “bacon,” lettuce, romas & mayo on sourdough) to a hearty Grilled Portobello Panini (grilled veggies, feta, roasted garlic mozzarella, spinach, romas, and roasted garlic aioli on focaccia). End of the Line Cafe also has tasty vegan desserts, a full coffee bar, a large selection of specialty drinks, and beer and wine with daily happy hour specials. 

If their food inspires you to transition to healthier eating and you wish to enjoy more of it at home, they even offer monthly vegan cooking classes! 

For menu, location and hours of operation, visit HERE. 

The Bark, Tallahassee

Spacious, with colorful murals on the walls, this vegan restaurant near Florida State University is the perfect place to enjoy great food in a laid-back atmosphere. 

The menu is positively homey, with po’boy sandwiches, mac and cheese bowls, Philly cheesesteak (house-made veggie seitan “steak” with sauteed peppers, onions & mushrooms, finished to perfection with your favorite toppings), and even a hearty BLT made with Tempeh Bacon, mixed greens, tomatoes & vegan mayo on wheat toast! For the more creative folks, there’s the option to build their own bowl with creamy vegan mac and cheese or black beans and rice, topped and mixed with their choice of protein, veggie, sauce, and garnish. 

As an added attraction, The Bark also offers different beer options to pair with your meal. Or as they say, “We have tons of beers!”

For menu, location and hours of operation, visit HERE. 

Murray Hillbilly, Jacksonville

Voted Folio’s Best Vegan Fare of Jax in 2021,  this restaurant offers what at first may sound like a contradiction in terms,  but is in fact served here: real southern vegan comfort food using local, natural fresh ingredients. 

With a menu full of plant-based dishes, the place is a beacon of good eating for those who enjoy their fried mac and cheese balls drizzled with ‘bacon’ mayo, or a crispy fried non-gmo soy Buffalo Ranch  ‘Chickun’ Sandwich topped with a house-made ranch drizzle on fresh lettuce and tomato. A bonus: they offer beer and wine. 

The place has a relaxed, homey atmosphere with plenty of natural light and many seating options. They use repurposed furniture, including old church pews that serve as their booth benches.

For menu, location and hours of operation, visit HERE.  

Ethos Vegan Kitchen, Winter Park 

Located just north of downtown Orlando, in Winter Park, it lists its intents as follows: 1) to improve the diversity of vegan cuisine offerings in the Central Florida area, 2) to provide good food at a reasonable price in a comfortable atmosphere, and, 3) to showcase the variety, freshness, and flavor of vegan dining. 

With its lively decor of bright walls and colorful pictures, Ethos serves a varied menu that features hearty, homestyle fare, with most of the items prepared daily from scratch. Items include the BBQ “Pork” Sandwich of thinly sliced grilled ham with housemade bbq sauce, layered on artisan bread and topped with pickled slaw and horseradish sauce, and the Pumpkin Seed Pesto Penne Pasta tossed with tomatoes, squash and zucchini. They even have a childrens’ menu that features kid-friendly fare like mac ‘n cheese ‘n peas and that old favorite, pizza bread.

For menu, location and hours of operation, visit HERE. 

Lotus Vegan Restaurant, Pinellas Park 

The motto of this Vietnamese restaurant with a completely vegan menu is simply: “Be vegan, make peace.”

It serves plant-based versions of some favorite dishes such as fried rice, curry, and pho, so it’s perfect for those who enjoy fresh vegetables, spring rolls, crispy wontons, and more. And when “more” includes vegan wings; Queen’s Sweet Sour Hot Pot with tofu, tomato, pineapple, okra and more delish ingredients, served with rice noodles; or a hearty vegan Bascon Sub with vegan cheese and sandwich sauce, you know that this is the place for great Asian vegan fare. For menu, location and hours of operation, visit HERE. 

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