Columbia’s plant-based dining scene is blossoming with delicious vegan options that showcase the city’s culinary creativity. From downtown eateries to cozy neighborhood spots, local restaurants are serving up innovative, cruelty-free meals that satisfy every palate.
Whether you’re a committed vegan or simply exploring meat-free dining, Columbia offers an impressive array of restaurants that prove plant-based eating can be both delectable and diverse. Discover local favorites like More Vegan Cafe and Flat Branch Pub & Brewing.
Explore Columbia’s best vegan dining destinations now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Columbia
Crushed Red
What to Expect
Custom-crafted personal pizzas with sustainable ingredient sourcing
Description
Urban pizzeria specializing in custom-crafted personal pizzas and salads with a focus on fresh, sustainable ingredients. Their build-your-own approach lets diners create personalized meals with multiple base options and creative vegetable toppings. Wood-fired pizzas feature thin, crisp crusts and locally sourced produce.
Where: Columbia | More Info: Crushed Red
Flat Branch Pub & Brewing
What to Expect
On-site craft brewery with rotating beer selection
Description
Classic brewpub serving craft beers and pub-style cuisine in a relaxed setting. Offers house-brewed ales alongside hearty burgers, sandwiches, and wood-fired pizzas. Their signature beer-battered fish and chips and BBQ chicken pizza showcase the kitchen's commitment to robust, flavor-packed dishes.
Where: Columbia | More Info: Flat Branch Pub & Brewing
Jina Yoo's Asian Bistro
What to Expect
Chef-driven Asian fusion cuisine with French and American influences
Description
Modern Asian fusion restaurant offering innovative cuisine that blends Asian ingredients with French sophistication and American style. Chef Jina Yoo crafts handmade dishes featuring diverse rice, noodle, and sushi selections with unique flavor combinations. Signature dishes showcase creative culinary techniques across multiple Asian cuisine traditions.
Where: Columbia | More Info: Jina Yoo's Asian Bistro
Main Squeeze
What to Expect
Local ingredient-driven vegetarian cafe with community-focused ethos
Description
Main Squeeze serves vibrant vegetarian and vegan cuisine in Columbia, featuring plant-based comfort food like impossible smash burgers, Buddha bowls, and fresh juices. Their menu highlights local ingredients from Three Creeks Farm and Fiddle & Stone Bread Co., with a focus on creative, hearty vegetarian dishes and fresh smoothies.
Where: Columbia | More Info: Main Squeeze
More Vegan Cafe
What to Expect
Innovative vegan protein alternatives and creative comfort food reimaginations
Description
More Vegan Cafe offers creative plant-based cuisine with inventive dishes like Rasta Pasta, Raw Chickpea Tunaphish Tacos, and Bernie Mac & Cheeze. Their menu blends comfort food classics with innovative vegan interpretations, featuring a range of creative protein alternatives and fresh plant-based ingredients.
Where: Columbia | More Info: More Vegan Cafe
Uprise Bakery
What to Expect
Local ingredient-focused bakery with craft beverage program
Description
Artisan bakery and cafe serving fresh-baked breads, seasonal pastries, and light meals in downtown Columbia. Their kitchen offers a variety of baked goods with local ingredients, complemented by a craft beer and wine selection. Rustic atmosphere with counter service and a welcoming neighborhood vibe.
Where: Columbia | More Info: Uprise Bakery