Sacramento Vegan
These are some favorite vegan-friendly restaurants around Sacramento,
based on visitor input. If you have other suggestions, please tell us!
And to encourage kind options, always remember to give positive online reviews to restaurants that offer good vegan options, and vice versa.
APPROXIMATE areas:
Downtown & Midtown
East Sacramento
South Sac to Fair Oaks
North Sacramento
Arden & Carmichael
Folsom & Fair Oaks
Roseville & Rocklin
Davis
Helpful: Fast Food Happy Cow
Helpful: Fast Food Happy Cow
Downtown & Midtown
Andy Nguyen's Vegetarian
Buddha roll, crispy lotus roll, vegan chow fun and Pad Thai. All vegetarian, be sure to confirm vegan when ordering... more
Babes Ice Cream & Donuts
100% vegan and gluten free ice cream, donuts... more
Burger Patch
Burger place with 100% plant-based, dairy free, harm-free, mostly organic and non-GMO ingredients... more
DAD'S Sandwiches
Offers a couple vegan menu items/variations, including smoked vegan meatloaf... more
Drunken Noodle
Thai with vegan options marked on the menu... more
Good Vibes Vegan Cafe & Herbs
Storefront in the works. Now offering weekly delivery... more
Midtown Sushi
Sushi with dedicated vegan menu. Vegan OMFG role, mushroom skewer, secret tofu... more
Mud Pie Stand
100% vegan bakery. Currently looking for a storefront, but taking online orders, and visit website for Farmers Market hours... more
Pushkin's Bakery
Bakery with dairy-free options. Cakes, cupcakes, cookies, breads, pastries... more
Queen Sheba Ethiopian
Vegan and vegetarian options marked on their menu. Weekday lunches include a buffet with vegetarian/vegan entrees... more
Sibling by Pushkin's
Vegan items are marked on the menu... more
The Coconut On T
Thai with vegan options marked on the menu... more
Veg Cafe
Buffalo cauliflower, Impossible quesadilla, Beyond gyro, Cajun fried chick'n sandwich, veg ranch burger... more
Vegan Deadly Sins
General Tso's vegan chicken, golden crispy fried wonton, veggie delight.
East Sacramento
Anna's Vegan Cafe
Eggplant tofu, soy Mongolian delight, crispy vegetable rolls, ocean clay pot with soy protein... more
OneSpeed Pizza
Offers one vegan pizza with vegan cheese... more
Pure Soul Plant-Based Eats
California love burrito, sweet home avocado sandwich... more
Vibe Health Bar
Juice bar now offering plant-based panwraps, chili, superfood bowls... more
South Sac to Elk Grove
A Taste Above
They serve a lot of animal stuff, but they also have a dedicated plant-based page on the menu... more
Bodhi Bowl
Vegetarian Vietnamese. Be sure to confirm vegan when ordering.
Chicago's Pizza With A Twist (Elk Grove)
Offers vegan cheese and egg-free crust on their pizzas... more
Emma's Tamales
Hybrid menu with vegan enchiladas, organic bean burrito... more
Falafel & Shawarma Planet
Mediterranean with vegetarian options. Be sure to confirm vegan when ordering... more
Huong Sen Tofu
Authentic, cheap, takeaway Vietnamese with vegetarian tofu/noodle dishes.
Loving Hut (Elk Grove)
100% vegan. Come with an open mind (you may notice Supreme Master material), leave with a full stomach... more
Pizza Bell (Elk Grove)
Pizza place with a dedicated vegan menu... more
North Sacramento
Chando's Tacos
Has a veggie menu. Be sure to confirm vegan when ordering... more
Conscious Creamery
Dairy-free (cashew based) gelato and desserts. No storefront, visit their website to order.
Noble Vegetarian
Vegan burger, baguette BBQ jackfruit sando, vegan sheese cake, fly wonton... more
Arden / Carmichael
Dubplate Kitchen & Jamaican Cuisine
Carribean Cuisine. Hybrid menu with options for vegan fish, vegan chicken, vegan spring rolls... more
Pho House (Carmichael)
Vietnamese with a veggie pho and noodle dish... more
Pita Kitchen Plus
Mediterranean with vegetarian options. Be sure to confirm vegan (no feta) when ordering... more
Folsom & Fair Oaks
Chicago's Pizza With A Twist (Folsom)
Offers vegan cheese and egg-free crust on their pizzas... more
Sunflower Drive In (Fair Oaks)
Vegan burrito, super nutburger, nutty taco, grilled cheeze. 'With very few exceptions we can do everything vegan'... more
Roseville & Rocklin
Vegan Plate (Roseville)
Calamushrooms, buffalo cauliflower bites, ultimate black bean burger, Daiya cheese pizza, maple walnut faux shrimp plate... more
Zest Kitchen (Rocklin)
100% vegan. Chipotle tacos and burrito, chickpea taco salad, zestie veggie burger, mushroom burger, cashew cheese quesadilla, quinoa wrap... more
Davis
Burger Patch (Davis)
Burger place with 100% plant-based, dairy free, harm-free, mostly organic and non-GMO ingredients... more
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For healthy plant-based meals, nothing beats preparing your own!
Recipes:
Recommended
General
Healthy
Ethnic
Desserts
Youtubes
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More: Planners Apps Resources Delivery
Recommended Recipes
Well, recipes from the movies we recommend ☺
ForksOverKnives.com
GameChangersMovie.com
PlantPureNation.com
VeganEasy.com
WhatTheHealthFilm.com
Adaptt.org
More Recipes
You're gonna quickly see that you're not giving up anything by going plant-based!
Remember to bookmark recipes you'd like to try.
BadManners.com
BakeAndDestroy.com
BlackWhiteVivid.com
BlissfulBasil.com
BrandNewVegan.com
Brownble.com
ChooseVeg.com
CrazyVeganKitchen.com
CupfulOfKale.com
DelightfulVegans.com
EatFigsNotPigs.com
EatPlant-Based.com
FoodForTheSoul.me
FromMyBowl.com
GreenEvi.com
HealthyHappyLife.com
GoHerbie.com
HellYeahItsVegan.com
HolyCowVegan.net
HotForFoodBlog.com
iLoveVegan.com
ItsToDieFor.ca
KeepInItKind.com
KindEarth.net
KlunkersKitchen.com
LazyCatKitchen.com
LikeAVegan.com.au
LivVeganStrong.com
LoveVeg.com
LovingItVegan.com
MamaSezz.com
MississippiVegan.com
MyDarlingVegan.com
MyGoodnessKitchen.com
NAVS-Online.org
NoraCooks.com
Nutriciously.com
OlivesForDinner.com
OneArabVegan.com
OneIngredientChef.com
PeacefulCuisine.com
PlantBasedCooking.com
RunningOnRealFood.com
SeitanIsMyMotor.com
Simple-Veganista.com
SimpleVeganBlog.com
SweetSimpleVegan.com
TheColorfulKitchen.com
TheCompassionateRoad.com
TheCuriousChickpea.com
TheFullHelping.com
TheHungryHerbivores.com
TheKoreanVegan.com
TheMinimalistVegan.com
ThePlantBasedSchool.com
ThePlantPhilosophy.com
UnconventionalBaker.com
UpbeetKitchen.com
Veganosity.com
VeganSociety.com
Veganuary.com
VeganYackAttack.com
VeggieJam.com
VeggiesDontBite.com
VeggieSoulFood.com
VeggieSoulFood.com
VegWeb.com
VelvetAndVinegar.com
YourDailyVegan.com
Health Focused(ish)
You may be more likely to find more WFPB (whole foods, plant based) recipes on these sites:
CleanFoodDirtyGirl.com
DreenaBurton.com
DrMcDougall.com
ElephantasticVegan.com
FatFreeVegan.com
ForksOverKnives.com
GameChangersMovie.com
GimmeSomeOven.com
HappyHerbivore.com
HummuSapien.com
ItDoesntTasteLikeChicken.com
LoveAndLemons.com
NutritionStudies.org
OhSheGlows.com
OneGreenPlanet.org
Plants-Rule.com
PlantStrong.com
StraightUpFood.com
TheVegan8.com
ThisRawsomeVeganLife.com
UCDIntegrativeMedicine.com
VegAngela.com
VeganHeaven.org
VeganLovlie.com
VeganRicha.com
Vitamix.com
Wholly-Plants.com
Ethnic Focused
25 Vegan Greek Recipes
50 Vegan Italian Recipes
25 Vegan Japanese Recipes
70 Vegan Mexican Recipes 35 Vegan Thai Recipes
70 Vegan Mexican Recipes 35 Vegan Thai Recipes
Dessert Focused
YouTube Channels
Avantgardevegan
Brown Vegan
Cheap Lazy Vegan
Chef Ani
Deliciously Ella
Easy Vegan
Eco-Vegan Gal
Edgy Veg
Fully Raw Kristina
Hot for Food
Jason Wrobel
Madeleine Olivia
Mary's Test Kitchen
Oh She Glows
Peaceful Cuisine
Sarah's Vegan Kitchen
Sweet Potato Soul
The Happy Pear
The Sexy Vegan
The Sweetest Vegan
The Vegan Corner
Vegan Cooking with Love
Vegan Richa
Vegan Zombie
VeganBlackMetalChef
Veggie Rose
Meal Planners
Forks Over Knives
Meal Mentor
One Green Planet
Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine (PCRM)
PlantStrong.com
NutritionStudies.org
Meal Mentor
One Green Planet
Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine (PCRM)
PlantStrong.com
NutritionStudies.org
Apps
Happy Cow — POPULAR way to find vegan-friendly restaurants
21-Day Vegan Kickstart — PCRM.org's Meal Planner
Dr. Greger's Daily Dozen
Food Monster — 8k Vegan Recipes
Forks Over Knives — $5
Oh She Glows — Recipe App
21-Day Vegan Kickstart — PCRM.org's Meal Planner
Dr. Greger's Daily Dozen
Food Monster — 8k Vegan Recipes
Forks Over Knives — $5
Oh She Glows — Recipe App
Resources
Not a specifically vegan recipe site, but search for "vegan + your desired dish" and
you can find just about any recipe veganized. For example:
vegan chocolate cake
Great Reddit channel for cooking inspiration/ideas.
Could you use some guidance from a real person? Challenge22 can help.
Hate cooking?
Experimenting with easy recipes is the surest way to find vegan meals you love. However, if you have zero interest in cooking, these services deliver
boxes of ready-to-heat, plant-based meals to you:
Daily-Harvest.com — Add your own rice/quinoa to bowls.
MamaSezz.com — WFPB, no added oil, non-gmo.
PlantPureNation.com — WFPB, no added oil.
PurpleCarrot.com — They send ingredients, you learn to cook.
Veestro.com — POPULAR, prioritizes taste.
VeginOut.com — No added oil, low sodium/sugar.
MamaSezz.com — WFPB, no added oil, non-gmo.
PlantPureNation.com — WFPB, no added oil.
PurpleCarrot.com — They send ingredients, you learn to cook.
Veestro.com — POPULAR, prioritizes taste.
VeginOut.com — No added oil, low sodium/sugar.
The best plant-based products on Earth grow directly out of the earth,
and can be found in the produce area and bulk bins of any decent supermarket.
But here are some favorite packaged foods you might also want to try.
Vegan Dairy

It's not exactly healthy (lots of coconut oil), but hopefully you're not eating cheese for your health. At least this one's made with plants, not pus.

Miyoko's is expensive (~$10), but it's amazing. Try it for your next special occassion. It's expensive because it's made with nuts.

Oat doesn't just make one of the best-tasting vegan milks, it's also one of the best choices for the environment. We recommend Oatly's medium-thick version in the bluish container (not "whole", not "skinny", but "semi"). Find your nearest retailer with the Oatly Finder. Bonus: it's fortified with calcium and B12!

One big difference you'll notice among plant-based milks is the amount of sugar. Some are as sweet as soft drinks, others are similar to cow secretion, and others (like this pea-protein-based Ripple, which also contains calcium+B12) go sugar free. It may take a little experimentation to find your sweet spot.

If you're a coffee drinker, you'll have no trouble finding soy/almond/coconut/oat and other vegan creamers. Here's one we like.

Egg from plants (rather than the backside of a chicken) with zero cholesterol. Great for scrambles, omelettes, pancakes, etc.

Ugh, I can't believe I ever ate butter — the solidified secretion of a cow's nipple, gross. Try this.

Violife gets our vote for best plant-based parmesan cheese. Note that it requires a grater. Follow Your Heart is a good pre-grated alternative.
Vegan Meats

Tofurkey's Italian sausage makes an excellent addition to any pasta dish. But don't be surprised if you find yourself eating them straight out of the package.

No, they don't taste like hot dogs — it's difficult to simulate the taste of pig faces, butts and guts with plants. But think of Field Roasts as something new, and they taste great!

If you were ever a chicken nugget addict, you'll love gardein.

We like to cut these up and add 'em to quinoa/avocado/veggie bowls, salads, etc. They have a spicy taste, and a crunchy/fried texture.

Tired of tofu? Pumfu may sound strange, but it's an amazing product. 100% organic pumpkin seeds and filtered water, no other ingredients. And it doesn't taste like pumpkin or tofu – we can't describe it, just try it!

Wow, we just said it's difficult to simulate the taste of dead animals with plants, but the scientists at Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods have done it — without the hormones, antibiotics, blood, cholesterol or cruelty!
Vegan Snacks

The main ingredient in hummus is protein-packed garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas). Most brands are vegan.

An amazing, special occasion spread. The only drawback is that it's too good to eat in moderation.

If making a plant-based pizza, Daiya cheese comes pre-shredded. Or you can just buy one of their pre-made frozen pizzas, add some fresh veggies on top — and maybe some more Daiya on top of that! For frozen, we also recommend the Sweet Earth Veggie Lover from Target or Whole Foods (add your own Tofurkey Italian Sausage).

We love the tough/chewiness of Primal Spirit's jerky. Depending on the flavor, they're made of seitan, soy, and/or shiitake mushrooms. For something a bit softer, Louisville Vegan Jerky comes in smoked black pepper, maple bacon, buffalo dill, and smoky Carolina BBQ flavors.
Vegan Desserts

The best chocolate cake ever is vegan! Although Just Desserts products are sold many places, we seem to find this vegan gem most consistently at Safeway/Albertsons.

Alternative Baking's cookies can be found in numerous supermarkets these days. We also love Uncle Eddies, found at Whole Foods. Both are "sweeter" than their cruel counterparts!

The Cowboy Creamies from Sugar Plum Bakery are amazing. Actually, everything they sell is amazing! In addition to delivery, some local markets sell their stuff.

It's called Coconut Bliss because it's made with coconut milk, but it comes in several flavors, including this decadent dark chocolate.
Vegan Staples

This brown rice ramen from Costco is a cheap, lazy, healthy vegan's dream. Just add some vegetables (e.g. brocolli, mushrooms, bean sprouts, bok choy), maybe a meat alternative (e.g. Pumfu or tofu) and you've got a gourmet meal in 5-10 minutes. Drain for stir-fry style. Add soy sauce or bouillon for quick and easy seasoning. Note: we haven't found a cheaper source than Costco, and IN-STORE IS CHEAPER than online. Costco is also the place for quinoa and more.
Alcohol

If you're into beans for protein (or anything that takes long to cook), an Instant Pot could be a worthwhile purchase. If you're a 1-2 person household, go with the mini version.

Last, but certainly not least for many of us, be aware that not all alcohols are vegan. For vegan wine, you're typically safe with organic brands. Most beers are vegan, but some contain ingredients like gelatin. You can confirm that your drink is worthy of your affection at Barnivore.com, or try something new from Food52's list.
3rd Party Recommendations
"Best Vegan Foods" lists:
All Time Bests:
VegNews 100
VegNews 2020
2021
2022
Costco: by VegNews StaceyHomeMaker VegetarianZen
Target: by LiveKindly PETA VegNews
Trader Joe's: by LiveKindly VegNews VegNews 2022 WomensHealth PETA
Walmart: by ImHungryForThat.com PETA VegNews
Costco: by VegNews StaceyHomeMaker VegetarianZen
Target: by LiveKindly PETA VegNews
Trader Joe's: by LiveKindly VegNews VegNews 2022 WomensHealth PETA
Walmart: by ImHungryForThat.com PETA VegNews
Supermarkets with "shop by vegan" functionality:
Foods Co:
Dairy
Meats
Snacks
Desserts
Raley's: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts More
Safeway: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts
Sprouts: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts More
Target: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts
Walmart: Dairy Meats Desserts
Whole Foods: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts More
Raley's: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts More
Safeway: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts
Sprouts: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts More
Target: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts
Walmart: Dairy Meats Desserts
Whole Foods: Dairy Meats Snacks Desserts More
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