Memphis plant-based food lovers rejoice! The city’s vegan scene has blossomed, offering delicious alternatives that celebrate local culinary creativity and health-conscious dining throughout the Bluff City’s diverse neighborhoods.
From downtown to Midtown, Memphis restaurants are transforming traditional Southern cuisine with innovative plant-based menus that satisfy both committed vegans and curious food enthusiasts seeking fresh, sustainable meal options.
Discover Memphis’ most mouthwatering vegan dining destinations!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in New South Memphis
- Brother Juniper's (Memphis)
- City Silo Table + Pantry (Memphis)
- Majestic Grille (Memphis)
- Raw Girls (Memphis)
- Plant-Based Heat (Memphis)
- Bala's Bistro (Memphis)
- Slider Inn (Memphis)
Bala's Bistro (Memphis)
What to Expect
African and American cuisine fusion with dedicated vegan menu section
Description
Bala's Bistro offers a vibrant fusion of African and American cuisines with a notable vegan section. Their menu spans traditional African soul food and classic American dishes, featuring plant-based options that showcase diverse culinary traditions. The restaurant emphasizes fresh ingredients and authentic flavors from both African and Memphis culinary landscapes.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Bala's Bistro
Brother Juniper's (Memphis)
What to Expect
Award-winning local breakfast restaurant with community focus
Description
A beloved Memphis breakfast spot serving creative, made-from-scratch morning fare with regional Southern influences. Their signature San Diegan dish highlights the kitchen's innovative approach to breakfast classics. The restaurant emphasizes food, family, and community connection through carefully crafted morning meals.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Brother Juniper's
City Silo Table + Pantry (Memphis)
What to Expect
Multi-location restaurant with adaptive plant-forward menu
Description
City Silo serves creative plant-based comfort food with an inclusive approach. Their menu spans vegan, gluten-free, and omnivore options, featuring innovative dishes like reimagined tacos and wholesome grain bowls. With multiple locations in Memphis and Little Rock, they specialize in clean eating that doesn't compromise on flavor or variety.
Where: Memphis | More Info: City Silo Table + Pantry
Majestic Grille (Memphis)
What to Expect
Historic theater building dining space
Description
Classic American restaurant located in downtown Memphis offering a diverse menu of contemporary dishes. Features an elegant dining room inside a historic theater building with a mix of contemporary and traditional cuisine. Serves weekend brunch and dinner with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Majestic Grille
Plant-Based Heat (Memphis)
What to Expect
Vegan soul food reimagining classic Memphis cuisine
Description
Plant-based soul food and comfort cuisine that transforms classic Southern recipes into entirely vegan delights. Their menu features creative plant-powered dishes like jackfruit 'pulled pork' sandwiches and innovative vegan burgers that celebrate Memphis culinary traditions with compassionate cooking.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Plant-Based Heat
Raw Girls (Memphis)
What to Expect
Cold-pressed juice cleanses with functional wellness approach
Description
Raw Girls delivers 100% plant-based, gluten-free cuisine with a focus on cold-pressed juices, raw meals, and wellness-oriented food. Their menu features innovative dishes like Raw Cinnamon Rolls made with sprouted oats and pecans, and seasonal offerings like Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Salad. Standout options include their nutrient-dense juice shots and creative cleanse programs.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Raw Girls
Slider Inn (Memphis)
What to Expect
Extensive slider menu with vegan and vegetarian alternatives
Description
A slider-focused casual restaurant offering an extensive menu with meat, vegetarian, and vegan options. Features creative slider combinations like Caribbean jerk pork, falafel, and plant-based patties alongside craft cocktails and dog-friendly patios in both Midtown and Downtown Memphis locations.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Slider Inn