
Charlotte’s vegan scene is blossoming faster than kudzu in summer, offering plant-based food lovers a delectable array of locally crafted dining experiences that celebrate fresh, innovative cuisine without animal products.
From uptown eateries to NoDa neighborhood spots, Queen City’s vegan restaurants are proving that compassionate eating can be both delicious and diverse, with options that satisfy every craving.
Discover Charlotte’s most mouthwatering vegan dining destinations!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Charlotte
- Oh My Soul
- Bean Vegan Cuisine
- Fern, Flavors from the Garden
- Sanctuary Bistro
- Boujie Vegan Bakery
- Kid Cashew
- Ve-Go
- Yafo Kitchen
- Cilantro Noodle
- Soul Miner's Garden
Bean Vegan Cuisine
What to Expect
Southern-style vegan comfort food menu
Description
Bean Vegan Cuisine serves plant-based comfort food that reimagines Southern classics with creative vegan twists. Their menu spans BBQ-style items, buffalo fingers, and hearty burgers that satisfy both vegans and curious omnivores. Signature dishes include their BBQ pulled 'pork' sandwich and buffalo 'chicken' fingers that showcase innovative plant-based protein transformations.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Bean Vegan Cuisine
Boujie Vegan Bakery
What to Expect
Completely allergen-free vegan baked goods with nationwide shipping
Description
Charlotte's premier allergen-friendly vegan bakery crafting decadent desserts without dairy, eggs, nuts, or soy. Specializing in scratch-made baked goods using non-GMO, fair-trade ingredients, Boujie Vegan Bakery offers show-stopping cupcakes, chocolate chip cookies, and celebration cakes that prove plant-based treats can be indulgent and delicious.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Boujie Vegan Bakery
Cilantro Noodle
What to Expect
Comprehensive Vietnamese menu with extensive boba tea selection
Description
Vietnamese restaurant serving classic pho, banh mi, and an extensive boba tea menu. Offers a diverse range of protein options including vegan choices like crispy tofu pho and vegetarian spring rolls. Features build-your-own noodle bowls and a variety of milk teas, smoothies, and slushies.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Cilantro Noodle
Fern, Flavors from the Garden
What to Expect
Farm-to-table vegan restaurant highlighting local seasonal ingredients
Description
Fern serves innovative plant-based cuisine that transforms local, seasonal ingredients into vibrant vegan dishes. Their menu features creative interpretations of global flavors, like roasted vegetable small plates and hearty grain bowls that showcase Charlotte's farm-fresh produce with sophisticated culinary techniques.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Fern, Flavors from the Garden
Kid Cashew
What to Expect
Wood-fired cooking technique
Description
Mediterranean-inspired restaurant serving wood-fired vegetables, skewers, and rotisserie dishes. Features fresh, seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on healthier dining options. Standout dishes include the lamb burger and super grain avocado salad, highlighting their commitment to flavorful, contemporary cuisine.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Kid Cashew
Oh My Soul
What to Expect
Outdoor patio with century-old oak tree
Description
NoDa's first dedicated vegan restaurant serving plant-based comfort food with global influences. Offers creative dishes like South African-inspired wraps and hearty vegan burgers alongside craft cocktails. Features an inviting outdoor patio with a 100-year-old oak tree, making it a welcoming spot for both vegans and curious diners.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Oh My Soul
Sanctuary Bistro
What to Expect
All-organic vegan California-style cuisine
Description
Sanctuary Bistro offers plant-based California cuisine with an emphasis on organic, locally sourced ingredients. Their menu features innovative vegan dishes like jackfruit 'crab' cakes and seasonal vegetable Wellington, prepared with creative techniques that elevate traditional comfort food.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Sanctuary Bistro
Soul Miner's Garden
What to Expect
First and only 100% vegan eatery in the Gastonia/Charlotte area
Description
Soul Miner's Garden serves innovative 100% vegan cuisine in Charlotte's historic Camp North End campus. Their menu features creative plant-based dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients, showcasing a commitment to environmental consciousness and supporting small businesses. From hearty comfort food to inventive flavor combinations, they prove vegan dining can be exciting and accessible.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Soul Miner's Garden
Ve-Go
What to Expect
Award-winning mobile vegan cuisine with classic dish reinterpretations
Description
Ve-Go serves up creative vegan street food with classic dish reimaginings across Charlotte and Concord. Their mobile kitchen transforms traditional recipes into plant-based delights, offering everything from comfort food twists to innovative vegan interpretations. Founded by Chef Akil and Pastry Chef Paris Courtney, this food truck brings vibrant, flavor-packed vegan cuisine directly to customers.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Ve-Go
Yafo Kitchen
What to Expect
Mediterranean-inspired fast-casual concept with customizable menu
Description
Mediterranean-inspired fast-casual restaurant serving vibrant, flavor-packed dishes with Middle Eastern influences. Offers customizable bowls, pitas, and salads featuring fresh, thoughtfully prepared ingredients. Signature items include herb-marinated chicken shawarma and roasted vegetable plates that highlight bold, authentic spice profiles.
Where: Charlotte | More Info: Yafo Kitchen