Cincinnati’s plant-based dining scene is blossoming with delicious vegan options that showcase the city’s culinary creativity. From Over-the-Rhine to Montgomery, local restaurants are transforming traditional Midwestern cuisine into innovative, compassionate meals.
Whether you’re a committed vegan or just exploring meat-free dining, Cincinnati offers diverse plant-based restaurants like Herban Vegans, Aladdin’s, Maplewood, and Loving Hut that prove vegan food is anything but boring.
Discover Cincinnati’s tastiest vegan dining destinations now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Cincinnati
- Rooted Juicery (Oakley)
- Herban Vegans
- Maplewood
- Aladdin's
- Almost V'Gan Lounge
- Loving Hut (Montgomery)
- Black Coffee Lounge
- BOL Acai Bowls
Aladdin's
What to Expect
Extensive vegan and gluten-free Lebanese-American menu options
Description
Middle Eastern restaurant offering an extensive menu of Lebanese-inspired dishes with robust vegetarian and vegan options. Specializes in fresh Mediterranean cuisine featuring house-made hummus, warm pitas, and naturally gluten-free selections like basmati rice. Standout dishes include their new pesto hummus topped with sun-dried tomatoes and toasted pine nuts.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: Aladdin's
Almost V'Gan Lounge
What to Expect
Inventive vegan comfort food reimagining Cincinnati culinary traditions
Description
Almost V'Gan Lounge serves creative plant-based cuisine with a playful Cincinnati twist. Their menu blends comfort food classics with innovative vegan interpretations, featuring locally sourced ingredients and unexpected flavor combinations that challenge traditional vegan dining expectations.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: Almost V'Gan Lounge
Black Coffee Lounge
What to Expect
Community-focused coffee lounge with vegan menu options
Description
A cozy coffee lounge serving artisan coffee and light bites, with standout vegan offerings like chai muffins. The cafe provides a welcoming community space with a rotating selection of house-blended coffees and specialty tea options.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: Black Coffee Lounge
BOL Acai Bowls
What to Expect
First dedicated acai bowl bar in Cincinnati
Description
BOL Acai Bowls crafts artisan, nutrient-packed acai bowls featuring signature granola and fresh fruit toppings. Their seven handcrafted bowls and customizable options showcase locally sourced ingredients with a health-conscious approach. Standout offerings include their create-your-own bowl and house-made artisan granola.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: BOL Acai Bowls
Herban Vegans
What to Expect
Pan-cultural plant-based cuisine with intentional ingredient sourcing
Description
Herban Vegans crafts pan-cultural plant-based cuisine that transcends traditional vegan dining. Their innovative menu celebrates global flavor profiles through herb-infused, intentionally prepared dishes that bridge culinary traditions. Each creation focuses on vibrant, thoughtfully sourced ingredients that highlight the complexity of vegan cooking.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: Herban Vegans
Loving Hut (Montgomery)
What to Expect
International vegan menu with diverse mock meat preparations
Description
A global vegan restaurant chain offering Asian-inspired plant-based cuisine with an extensive menu of international dishes. Their Montgomery location serves creative mock meat entrees like crispy orange 'chicken' and phแป alongside fresh salads and hearty noodle bowls. An in-house bakery provides vegan desserts that complement their main menu.
Where: Montgomery | More Info: Loving Hut
Maplewood
What to Expect
West Coast culinary aesthetic in Cincinnati urban setting
Description
West Coast-inspired cafรฉ offering fresh, seasonal California-style cuisine with bright, contemporary plates. The menu features health-conscious options like grain bowls, salads, and sandwiches crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Their open, airy dining space creates a relaxed urban dining experience with clean, minimalist design.
Where: Cincinnati | More Info: Maplewood
Rooted Juicery (Oakley)
What to Expect
Plant-based market with cold-pressed juice and casual cafe experience
Description
A plant-based Cincinnati juicery offering cold-pressed juices, wholesome snacks, and thoughtfully curated retail items. Their Oakley Square location serves fresh vegan cuisine alongside herbal tea blends and superfood snacks, with convenient online ordering and delivery options.
Where: Oakley | More Info: Rooted Juicery