Vegan And Vegetarian Dining in Orlando
Vegans and vegetarians have no fear! Orlando is packed with flavorful and healthy vegan dining options. From hearty breakfasts to delicate desserts, you’ll find plenty of creative and scrumptious dishes at the city’s many fine vegan and vegetarian restaurants—with flavors ranging from Vietnamese to Indian to classic Southern BBQ.
Not long ago, vegans and vegetarians had limited choices despite the many restaurants available in the area, but this has changed as more plant-based culinary spots have popped up around the city.
Even visitors who are not strictly vegetarian may be surprised at the delightfully healthy and delicious foods being served at the best vegetarian restaurants in Orlando. Read on for our top choices of where to find the best vegan and vegetarian food in Orlando.
This cozy boutique tea shop features a charming and relaxing ambiance. Located in College Park, it attracts young professionals and students who come to enjoy the selection of loose leaf teas and delicious plant-based treats. Favorite food options include ancho lentil tacos and the banana bread bowl. To drink, try the Lapsang Souchong tea, Oolong Flower tea, or White Organic Silver Needle tea. Infusion Tea supports Faith Project International, which means that a portion of their proceeds helps in improving the health of the indigenous Maya communities in Guatemala.
1600 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL
407-999-5255
This popular spot on New York Avenue has been serving up 100% vegan meals since they first opened in 2007. Featuring a relaxed and stylish ambiance, the restaurant serves hearty, homestyle fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Bestsellers include the Yo Mama’s Lasagna, which is so tasty it’s hard to believe it’s vegan, and the Coconut Curry Wrap, which features grilled tofu, raisins, celery, walnuts, and mixed greens served in a spinach tortilla. Don’t miss the vegan wines and beers, too!
601-B South New York Avenue, Winter Park, FL
407-228-3898
The Veggie Garden
Located in the Mills 50 District, the Veggie Garden is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that serves some of the best vegan food in the area. It’s also a favorite spot amongst the considerable Vietnamese community in the neighborhood. The dining ambiance is casual and laid-back, so it’s easy to feel comfortable and at-home here. The management boasts of authentic vegan recipes at affordable prices. Top picks from the menu include the pho, summer rolls, vegetarian char siu, and bun bo hue. Even non-vegetarians will enjoy a meal at the Veggie Garden.
1216 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
This charming Indian restaurant, located in the Laxmi Plaza shopping center at Doss Ave, is not exclusively vegetarian or vegan, but they have plenty of vegetarian/vegan-friendly options. The menu is packed with authentic Indian street food dishes inspired by specialties from Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, and more. It is one of the best places in Orlando for delicious, vegan-friendly Indian cuisine and consistently appears on lists of the best places to eat in the city.
6215 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
407-240- 5151
This all-vegan pastry shop and bakery is a popular after-dinner destination at Market on South. Celine Mariah Duvoisin, the owner of the Valhalla Bakery, makes some of the most decadent 100% egg- and dairy-free desserts you’ll find anywhere. Fresh ingredients and old-fashioned techniques are the secret to her wildly popular lemon bars, muffins, cakes, cupcakes, and brownies. The doughnuts, pies, and tarts are outrageously delicious, too!
This doughnut shop has all the digs and gigs, and they’re all vegan too! Tagged as one of the best vegan spots in Orlando by both locals and tourists, Valkyrie is not-to-be-missed. Among the bestsellers you’ll find whimsical flavors like fruity pebbles, churro, and cotton candy. Don’t forget to ask about the daily specials, and if you’re up for a challenge, try the BFD, a gigantic doughnut that’s about the size of eight doughnuts! Keep an eye out for unique promotions, as well, like the unexpected yet incredible Doughnuts and Beer pairing.
12226 Corporate Blvd, FL 32817
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