50 Best Vegan Restaurants near Freedom

“Bingo was so fun! Fabulous pizza, dessert was yummy. Everybody who works there is very friendly, the entire establishment is inviting.😍“

“Excellent! Great hospitality the moment you walk in. We ordered the chicken fried steak, the Ultimate omlete, and the Farmhouse skillet breakfast. All perfectly cooked and delicious 😋“

“Had the Castroville Scramble (3 eggs, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, onions, with home fried potatoes and Rye toast) and it was VERY VERY good! The service was great and food delivered promptly. there's a small outdoor dining area tgat was very nice even though it's in a very commercial/industrial part of town. A very pleasant dining surprise for hungry travellers!“

“They make the best ice cream in town, with over 100 flavors to choose from“

“Highly recommend Cowboys Corner Cafe. Great customer service. Friendly atmosphere! Comfort food served here!“

“Looking for good NYC pizza? Thumbs up to the Slice Project. We got the vegetarian pizza with sausage. Thumbs up. They are consistently yummy. Always enjoy their pizza freshly made in the store more than take out. Crust is soft. Pizza is also not too salty. Toppings fresh. Staff is great. Good customer service. Good people.“

“I had the lunch special, which includes appetizer, salad and entree. The Panag curry is spicy and delicious. The satay chicken is very flavorful and fresh. All for $14.95. Very pleasant and clean dining room. They do serve wine and beer, including Thai and Japanese beers.“

“Great beer hall/garden right vibe. Rotating tap menu. Big to go beer fridge with tons of options. Delicious and filling food menu. Solid weekend brunch on Saturday and Sunday with a couple of TVs inside playing sports. The Loco Moco breaky is my go to that I never regret.“

“I had lunch with a friend today and I wanted to try Soul Salad I was not disappointed. Fresh, flavorful and the customer service was top notch The owner offered to make me something special: he grilled me sesame crusted tofu and put it on the Wasabi salad. That was so cool and I appreciated it too. btw it was delicious I ate every bite I was also able to customize a salad for my husband. Thank you Team Soul Salad for an amazing lunch 🥰🙏🏻🥗“

“Flavorful authentic delicious mexican food and the vibe is great. Great waitresses.“

“Every time I go, spot in with the food. This is what I look for in a restaurant. Think out of the box menu with consistency every time I go with every item I order. I keep working down the menu to try everything. They obviously make their own sauce, the ranch, super bomb diggity. Fries, onion rings, salad all fresh and crisp. Mac and Gouda cheese bites, Yes! Chop cheese, you gotta have one of these! Mushroom cap “burger “ something you will crave, Parish pie, goodness wrapped up in one dish. Salmon fish & chips, fantastic. And I forgot to mention beer, beer, beer, they also have beer and mixed drinks. There is always specials on the screens. Last time I noticed something about tenderloin and bacon …… can’t wait to go back and find out!“

“Fantastic food and a stunning outdoor setting make The Haute Enchilada Cafe a must-visit. The enchiladas are exceptional, and the charming, lush decor creates a relaxing atmosphere. Perfect for a memorable meal in a beautiful environment! #thehauteenchiladacafe #greatfood“

“Super fresh creative Chinese food that is reasonably priced. Best in the area. Highly recommend“

“Been enjoying Manuels since 1966. Love the red snapper, the salad, flautas with guacamole...great food always! Hopefully coming to dinner tonight! ♥️“

“the best place for a full meal. all home made . I follow them from Salinas to Watsonville. to me they are the best.“

“was delicious and lots of choices on the menu. service was great.“

“Wow Están muy ricos los panes y los pastelitos también“

“Best breakfast and ambience 🥰“

“We had a wonderful takeaway family dinner last week. We ordered the family truffled cheese tortiglioni meal, three short rib dinners and two salmon. Our food was ready for us on time, beautifully packed and the heating instructions perfect. Everything was absolutely delicious! Thank you Cori & crew for offering pick up meals and we look forward to experiencing your beautiful outdoor patio some day.“

“Un Helado 🍦 con sabor a Mexico 🇲🇽 súper delicioso 🤤 endulzado suave 👌me encanta“

“The clam chowder is worth the trip.“

“It’s one of those places where you can’t go inside you have to order at the window.if it’s cold outside that is the down side you can’t enjoy your ice cream there. I ordered a turtle Sunday and my only complaint is it would of been nice to actually get a brownie in my Sunday since that’s what turtle Sunday’s are known for and it’s was pricey still with out one so yeah.The location is good though.“

“Have been coming here for 20+ years (yes, I know, it was Surf City before). Today’s experience was probably the best ever. The staff is super friendly. The quality of the food is great. Love the choice of cheese for the dawners. And the eggs were perfect. Unfortunately we aren’t locals or we would be back more often. But, we do come back to the area, it’s on our “must go” list.“

“I just have to say, as someone that comes here frequently (But does not usually leave reviews in general) I just came online to find the holiday hours and felt the need to leave a review after seeing a review on google that is not reflective of my experiences at craft. First of all, I can only speak for my experience but the girls there are lovely, and even when it is slammed they always get my food to me quickly. It is such a nice environment to sit in there (literally a thousand times better than a crowded starbucks) and i have always received great customer service. they even have served me lunch before it was even available one time, which was a hassle for them but they went out of their way to do it anyways.
I wanted to keep this place as my little secret but every time i go there it is busier and busier so i realize people are finding out about it.. clearly the owners put dedication into the food and menu because it is HANDS DOWN the most consistently good and updated menu (like consistent as in its the same preparation and quality everytime i go there which is not easy to find in this town)....and it is clearly made fresh every day which is why it has quickly become my favorite place in town. I recently found out they are on uber eats and i swear they are going to run me dry because im lazy and their acai bowls are the best of anywhere i have tried. i literally get two lol. sorry for rambling i just love this place so much and it is hard for me to believe anyone would take their time to complain about one of the only good fresh food places we have in town!“

“i've been meaning to try this place for awhile now and i'm glad i did. i got a slice of pepperoni and a can of soda for $5.15! and the pizza was pretty good. the guys behind the counter were polite and the place was clean. i will be back. thanks “

“Fourth time here and still left impressed. Pizza, gnocchi, ragu, and sole dishes were fantastic. Didn leave room for desert but tried the strawberry and cream and lemon curd, anyway. Glad we did. Drinks were great too. Nice enough for a date night. Casual enough to be a great neighborhood hang. 10/10.“

“I like the garlic fries and the patty melt. The service was good.“

“Beautiful restaurant with excellent food.
Solid vegetarian section for those who needs it, and they had no issues customizing a dish (making it without egg in this case).
Very fast service, helpful staff, and a wide selection of food.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian section in the menu with plenty of options, and they were happy to customize an order as well.“

“My favorite Indian restaurant in Santa Cruz county. I love Indian food but I usually can’t handle too much spicy. Ambrosia is very thoughtful about that, they make a delicious food just right and if you want to add more spice you can. My favorite is the buffet, because you can try many different dishes. Love this restaurant!“

“We’ve always loved Akira, but recently their chefs have been taking their sushi game to a whole new level. Very delicious with big portions of food & we have yet to have a roll that we didn’t like. Highly recommend!“

“It's a quintessential breakfast/lunch experience. The dishes are consistent and fresh with good portions .And the coffee is just fine. Service was attentive and friendly. I miss real cream pitchers for my coffee on the table tho. Times are changing.“

“Service was wonderful, food was excellent. Special deal if it’s your birthday! Don’t worry, they don’t sing to you😂“

“I ordered two large hot pastrami sandwiches to go. I asked the server if she could double wrap everything because I was traveling by airplane the next day and would be hand carrying these sandwiches home. This wonderful lady took great care to pack everything securely for me and did so with a smile! Thank you for your kindness and stellar customer service and providing great attention to detail of my request. I hope TOGO'S appreciates her and the quality of service she provides their customers.“

“We spied the harbor front table seating while heading out on a whale watch tour and returned there for lunch afterwards. An amazing find. It was a beautiful day out, so we requested outdoor seating. Staff was really pleasant and attentive. Food was great and this is not at all a tourist mediocre stop like some other harbor front places on the Monterey Bay. Decent pricing. We will for sure be returning on trips between Santa Cruz and Monterey.

Vegetarian options: Hummus sandwich, salads

Parking: There’s a gravel parking lot with several spots off the street. We parked on the street with no problem.

Kid-friendliness: Plenty of families inside and out.“

“I went to this location on a bus tour for a new staff orientation. We took over the whole building. This place has 3-5 huge tv screens that were playing the Olympic Games, basketball, and soccer. The staff were very busy running around and serving food with a huge smile. Every staff member including the owner, Junior (who was cooking all of our food), had a huge smile on their faces and kept asking if we needed anything else. The bus tour ran late and we had to leave in a hurry. Without complaint the staff cleaned up and asked if we needed anything else. The staff encouraged us to take to-go boxes and went above and beyond in friendly, respectful, welcoming customer service. I love to support places like this and always feel respected and valued as a customer.

Vegetarian options: Vegetable pizzas, gluten free options, and a salad bar.“

“I ordered the vegan mendocino. You can't order it by the slice, you have to pay for the whole pie. It only took about 10-15 minutes for them to make. Although, it was kinda pricey about $30 for a 12". It was super garlicky and delicious, the cheese had a nice flavor and texture, but I felt like it needed just a tad bit of salt. I really enjoyed the fresh tomato sauce and fresh basil on top. Anyway, I'm super stoked that there's vegan pizza available near my home. There's 2 more vegan pizzas, so I'll be back to try those too. Updated from previous review on 2025-01-09“

“If you have the pleasure of meeting Kevin and his family you’re in for a treat. Best Tri Tip in town. Good music Amazing wine. Highly recommend“

“The coffee beans from Hidden Fortress are the freshest and make the most delicious coffee I've ever tasted! I have started drinking my coffee black since switching to Hidden Fortress! As far as the drinks go? Well worth the wait for the best latte in town!“

“The service was great. The food is good and portions are large. Moderate pricing, but dog friendly!“

“Dropped in from San Diego ca food was great and definitely recommend to everyone“

“On vacation from FL. We was craving Mexican food, our hotel suggested this place, and what a great place to eat! The food was authentic and it was a treat! Our server we met was Lilly was so nice it made the food that much better! Can't wait to go again before we leave the area. Keep up the great food and customer service!“

“Excellent ice cream with vegan options. Gluten free waffle cone too“

“I’ve been eating at Gordos for 22 plus years now. Favorite taqueria of all time. Always recommend it to friends, only leaving this review because the burrito I had last night was literally the most perfect burrito they’ve ever made for me. It blew my mind. I’ve literally ordered the same thing for 22 years almost weekly 😂 love this place. Thank you Gordos!“

“Always good place to eat. Staff is super nice“

“I ordered the vegan mendocino. You can't order it by the slice, you have to pay for the whole pie. It only took about 10-15 minutes for them to make. Although, it was kinda pricey about $30 for a 12". It was super garlicky and delicious, the cheese had a nice flavor and texture, but I felt like it needed just a tad bit of salt. I really enjoyed the fresh tomato sauce and fresh basil on top. Anyway, I'm super stoked that there's vegan pizza available near my home. There's 2 more vegan pizzas, so I'll be back to try those too. Updated from previous review on 2025-01-09“

“I ordered the falafel gyro wrap, hummus appetizer, and the kids burger. Everything was incredibly delicious! Food was fresh and tasty. I can’t wait to go back. They have nice seating inside and there are also table and chairs you can use outside on nice days. I highly recommend!

Kid-friendliness: The kids menu has great options!

Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant and restrooms inside require no steps. The tables a spaced out enough that it is easy to pull in a wheelchair to a table.“

“Love this place! I stop by almost every time I’m in Aptos. The vegetarian breakfast burrito is one of my favorite veggie breakfasts in the area. I’m also a big fan of their paninis—anything with palm sauce is especially delicious. Staff are friendly and professional as well.“

“I love there sandwiches and the soup of the day is Delicious.“

“I hadn't been here in awhile, it's still good, service good, nice atmosphere. Enjoyed the 3 entree lunch. Alot of food.“

“This place is really nice, I go here a lot and they have super good crepes and teas, I think the only issue is that it takes a long time? But honestly the wait is worth it, I guess I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re impatient/in a rush, but the food is super yummy so if you’re willing to wait a bit it’s definitely worth a go :“