When it comes to top-tier vegan dining, you can expect Portland, Oregon to be the most welcoming of cities in America. While beaming with seemingly endless options at even the meatiest establishments, we’re here to list our #toppicks!
Whether you’re looking for a quick box of donuts, a casual lunch spot, or just some good ol’ late-night *drunk food, these top vegan restaurants in Portland are sure to satisfy and impress even your most carnivorous dining companions.
*Please remember to drink responsibly. Always understand your limits and ensure safe transportation as excessive alcohol consumption carries health risks.
1. Obon Shokudo
No other vegan restaurant in Portland has set the bar for culinary excellence quite as high as Obon Shokudo. This gem serves feel-good Japanese cuisine with a conscientious touch. Their menu features both traditional dishes and creative specialties with clear allergen labeling for gluten, soy, and even coconut!
Whether you know them for their top notch unique onigiri selections or house-made sauces, you won’t want to miss specials like their Okayu Congee Bowl (gluten-free option available) and Katsu Sando sandwich (made with house-baked vegan Shokupan bread)!
2. Daily Fuel
Beloved food truck sensation, Daily Fuel is an LGBTQIA+-friendly vegan establishment that proves healthy food can be indulgent. Now operating as a 100% plant-based restaurant by a local couple in Portland, you’ll hear locals boast their generous portions that make vegetables feel luxurious while keeping their unapologetically veggie spirit.
To make matters more vegan, they offer diners a curated list of vegan food documentaries on Dominion with iconic titles like Cowspiracy (yes, they have Seaspricary too), Eating Animals, and more! You can just grab an order of the Jimmy Pesto burger (Bob's Burgers) and maybe Beastly Nachos as a side and cozy up for a vegan movie night!
3. Boxcar Pizza
Bacon Damn Sure Pizza by Cam Smith Photography
Craving a slice? If you’re near Sandy Blvd, you just might find yourself in pizza heaven A.K.A. Boxcar Pizza. They've mastered Detroit-style rectangular pizzas with flavorful crusts made with a natural sourdough starter, house-made cashew cheese, as well as their toppings.
Enjoy classics like the Bianca or the Ape Dos Mil. Their menu range also extends to sinful fan favorites like their Cheeseburger Pizza and Bacon Damn Sure Pizza. Check out their latest Cheese Steak Pizza collaboration with Buddy’s Steaks - new specials every 2 weeks!
4. Doe Donuts + Ice Cream
Spaghetti + Garlic Bread Donut
More than just your average Portland vegan donut shop, Doe Donuts + Ice Cream is a #womenowned business that pushes creative boundaries with imaginative flavors and vibrant presentations. Their small-batch ice cream offerings are equally impressive, featuring unique flavors that rival traditional dairy versions.
Not sure what to order first? A best selling must-try year-round is The Portland Fog donut. Also, you simply can’t miss out on their ever-changing unique seasonal offerings. Where else can you find donuts with flavors like Spaghetti + Garlic Bread and CBD Raspberry Rosemary made with organic CBD rosemary truffle.
5. Petunia’s Pies & Pastries
Mini Sweetheart Cake
Petunia's Pies & Pastries is a 100% plant-based Portland bakery and coffee shop that's as charming as it is delicious. Everything is gluten-free and vegan, with clear allergen labeling. Their menu has just about everything a #sweettooth could dream up. Cakes, cookies, ice cream sandwiches, chocolate dessert tacos, you name it!
On top of it all, they offer savory breakfast/brunch-style items like Sausage Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches and Mac & Cheese. Thus, establishing themselves as Portland’s master of both #sweetandsavory confectionary. Still searching for a bakery to make your vegan Valentine’s Day order? Try out their Valentine Babycake Gift Box and Mini Sweetheart Cake!
6. Veggie Grill
Reimagining American fast-food favorites, Veggie Grill is the best vegan restaurant for quick, convenient, and satisfying meals vegan reincarnated. They've transformed classic American fast food into delicious plant-based versions that prove #veganisnotscary.
From Buffalo Wings to Mondo Nachos, it’ll be a no brainer as to where to find your fix of American comfort foods on your next game-day feast. Other notable favorites include: their Crispy Chik’n Burger and Truffle Mac + Cheese which serves for 2!
7. Virtuous Pie
Yes… another #pizzaspot, because there's always room for more pizza! Virtuous Pie is a prime vegan-friendly artisanal pizzeria that follows the ethos of serving good food that nourishes the body and supports the planet. All the while, you can expect sophisticated vegan pizzas with unique flavor combinations and house-made cashew mozzarella cheese.
Their Stranger Wings pizza and Gochujang Cauliflower appetizer, with such a unique blend of flavors, is a must-try. Best of all? Seasonal Cannoli for dessert! Don't miss their waffle cannoli shell (GF option) with rotating fillings like Earl Grey Cheesecake, Tiramisu, and Biscoff Caramel.
8. Tiny Moreso
Spiced Chocolate Mini Cheesecake
For a more refined Portland vegan dining experience, Tiny Moreso showcases its versatility of plant-based cuisine best with innovative dishes that are both creative and delicious. They focus on seasonal ingredients and thoughtful preparations, making it a great choice for a special occasion or a memorable meal.
The intimate atmosphere adds to the charm, creating a cozy and inviting dining experience. It’s also a nice spot as any to lounge around with an Eleanor Smoothie or Rawdacious Cheesecake (nut-free option). Additionally, their tasting menus often highlight the chef's creativity and the season's best offerings.
9. Dirty Lettuce
Bringing sinful Southern vegan eats to Portland, the aptly named Dirty Lettuce is a cut above the rest in vegan restaurant affairs of the glutenous. This soul food haven serves up plant-based versions of only the best Southern classics packed with authentic flavors and generous portions.
Indulge in vegan comfort food at its finest, made with love and zero animal products. Anyone plant-based passing through Portland, can’t leave without sampling must-tries like their Classic Catfish Plate or Classic Popcorn Chicken Plate!
10. Black Water Bar
Krabby Patty Special
If punk rock vibes and vegan dive bar food sound like your style, Black Water Bar is the best vegan-friendly spot for late-night comfort food with friends. There’s always live entertainment with regular performances, including drag shows. You can check out their website and social media for roster updates!
Figuring out where to find vegan Wingz? French Dip Sandwiches? Philly Cheeze Steak Sandwiches? They’ve got all your #veganized familiar favorites and shareable dishes are what puts Black Water over the top as Portland’s ultimate late-night spot for #omnivegandining with friends.
That was our list of the very best must-try vegan foods that Portland, OR has to offer. We hope that you enjoy your dining experience. Spot any of your favorites on our list?
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Checking off food bucket list,
The abillion team <3
P.S.
Looking for specific vegan options? Check out our list of 10 Best Vegan Breakfast Spots in Portland!
