I’ve been vegan for over 10 years, and this list is where I share my favorite vegan spots in Philadelphia along with new restaurants I discover. You’ll find everything from fully vegan restaurants to vegan-friendly and vegetarian-friendly places wher...
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Vegan Only / 100% Plant-Based Restaurants
These are your safest bets: everything there is (or mostly is) vegan, so you don’t have to worry about hidden dairy, eggs, or fish.
I’ve been here once, but I definitely need to go back. Is in the heart of Gayborhood in Philly which is always a good time! They serve Comfort food meets spooky / horror-theme décor, fun for vegans and non-vegans alike. Order the vegan “clams & ...
Monster Vegan
If you’re looking for a higher-end vegan dining spot in Philly, Vedge is the place. The vibe is modern and intimate, and the plating is gorgeous—almost too pretty to eat. It’s definitely on the cleaner-eating side of vegan, so don’t expect heavy comf...
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Cute vibes. Good for a date night food is cool. Drinks are decent something to do if you’re looking for night out on the town in Philly with all Vegan vibes.
Charlie was a sinner.
If you’re ever in Philly and craving something quick, filling, and vegan, HipCityVeg is my go-to. They have multiple locations around the city — the original one was on Penn’s campus, but there’s also one downtown and another in Ardmore (right outsid...
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Germantown
If you’re ever in Philly and want something flavorful, soulful, and 100% plant-based, The Nile Café in Germantown is a gem. It’s Black-owned and has been serving up Caribbean-inspired vegan food for years — think Jamaican patties, lentil s...
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Vegan-Friendly / Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants
These are not strictly vegan, but they offer strong vegan / vegetarian options (or are flexible). Good when you’re with mixed company or exploring neighborhoods beyond the core vegan spots.
I love their tofu curry dish if I go in store, I get the rice noodles but if you get it delivered, I will recommend brown rice. Also I like a double serving of red curry.
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Sweetgreen 🥗 — Vegan-Friendly, Quick & Fresh
Sweetgreen isn’t a fully vegan restaurant, but it’s one of my go-to spots for a quick, plant-based meal on the go. They have tons of veggie-forward options, customizable salads and bowls, and even veg...
Sweetgreen
So listen — Buddakan isn’t a vegan restaurant, but it’s one of those Philly must-visit spots that still works beautifully for plant-based diners. The vibe is upscale and moody (think big Buddha statue, dim lighting, perfect for dinner before a show o...
Buddakan
I love heading out to Ardmore when I need something with punch, and DanDan always delivers. It’s not all vegan — it’s a chic Sichuan/Taiwanese spot — but they’re great about modifying dishes to suit vegan or vegetarian diets. The menu is bold and fla...