Ann Arbor’s plant-based dining scene blooms with creativity, offering vegan food lovers a delectable journey through innovative culinary landscapes. Local restaurants like Seva and First Bite transform fresh, local ingredients into mouthwatering meals that satisfy even the most discerning palates.
From Detroit Street Filling Station’s comfort classics to unexpected flavor combinations, A2’s vegan restaurants prove that compassionate eating doesn’t mean compromising on taste. These eateries celebrate Michigan’s agricultural bounty while reimagining traditional dishes through a plant-forward lens.
Discover A2’s tastiest vegan dining destinations now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Ann Arbor
- Detroit Street Filling Station
- Cinnaholic
- Sava's
- Seva Restaurant
- Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant
- First Bite
- Red Lotus
- Raterman Bread Haus & Bistro
Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant
What to Expect
Traditional Ethiopian communal dining experience
Description
Blue Nile offers traditional Ethiopian cuisine featuring communal dining experiences centered around injera bread. Their menu showcases authentic dishes like wot (stew) and tibs, with multiple vegetarian options that are naturally vegan-friendly. The restaurant emphasizes cultural sharing through gursha, the tradition of hand-feeding dining companions.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant
Cinnaholic
What to Expect
Build-your-own vegan cinnamon roll experience
Description
Cinnaholic serves 100% vegan, customizable cinnamon rolls with innovative flavor combinations and creative toppings. Their menu features made-from-scratch rolls like Berry Crumble and Dubai Chocolate, alongside brownies and edible cookie dough. Each roll can be personalized with unique frosting and topping combinations.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Cinnaholic
Detroit Street Filling Station
What to Expect
Historic 1925 building transformed into vegan restaurant
Description
A fully vegan restaurant nestled in Ann Arbor's Kerrytown district, Detroit Street Filling Station serves plant-based comfort food with a nostalgic twist. Their menu features creative dishes like vegan mac and cheese and innovative sandwiches, set in a historic 1925 building that was once a family oil company. The restaurant blends vintage filling station aesthetics with modern vegan cuisine.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Detroit Street Filling Station
First Bite
What to Expect
Locally-sourced organic vegan and gluten-free menu
Description
First Bite serves health-conscious plant-based breakfast and lunch featuring gluten-free and vegan organic options. Their menu blends nutritious ingredients with creative preparations, offering locally-sourced dishes that cater to diverse dietary needs. Standout items include their vegan grain bowls and innovative plant-protein sandwiches.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: First Bite
Raterman Bread Haus & Bistro
What to Expect
100% sourdough menu with dedicated vegan options
Description
Artisan sourdough bakery and bistro offering both traditional and fully vegan menus. Their sourdough-focused kitchen crafts creative breads and dishes with a focus on local, scratch-made ingredients. Located next to Erratic Ale in downtown Dexter, providing a unique dining and bread experience.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Raterman Bread Haus & Bistro
Red Lotus
What to Expect
Chef-driven plant-based restaurant by local culinary talent
Description
Red Lotus offers innovative plant-based cuisine crafted by Taste Kitchen chef Danny Van. The restaurant serves creative vegan dishes in a casual Ann Arbor setting, focusing on vibrant, flavorful plant-based meals that showcase culinary creativity beyond traditional vegan fare.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Red Lotus
Sava's
What to Expect
Modern, versatile restaurant with extensive menu range
Description
Sava's serves an eclectic American menu blending global cuisine influences with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant offers a diverse dining experience featuring creative dishes that showcase contemporary culinary techniques and seasonal produce. Their menu spans breakfast through late-night dining with a range of shareable plates and entrees.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Sava's
Seva Restaurant
What to Expect
Rainbow-decorated dining room with community-focused atmosphere
Description
A pioneering vegetarian restaurant serving fresh, imaginative cuisine since 1973. Their menu features creative plant-based dishes that showcase seasonal ingredients, with a vibrant dining room adorned in rainbow decor symbolizing love and acceptance. Known for transforming vegetarian dining in Michigan with consistently innovative approaches.
Where: Ann Arbor | More Info: Seva Restaurant