50 Best Vegan Restaurants in San Jose

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I absolutely love Urban Plates! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that made me feel right at home. The menu offers a fantastic variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients, and every dish I’ve tried has been bursting with flavor. What really sets Urban Plates apart is their commitment to quality. The salads are vibrant and crisp, the proteins are cooked to perfection, and I can always count on their delicious, house-made sauces to elevate each meal. The option to customize my plate allows me to explore new flavors while sticking to my dietary preferences. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to recommend their favorites. Plus, the commitment to sustainability and using local ingredients makes me feel good about my choices. Whether I’m dining in or grabbing a meal to go, Urban Plates never disappoints. It’s truly one of my favorite spots to enjoy fresh, wholesome food!“

“The strawberry cake was delicious!“

“I will be ordering from this restaurant again. ***** :-)“

“Great food! Great people!“

“Muy delicioso 😋 me gusta mucho“

“Lamb is to salivate over“

“Excellent, authentic, very tasty. Ida the owner and chef very attentive.. nice patio seating.. 5 easy stars“

“They have to best ravioli. My family has been getting them for over 60 years. I live in texas now, I haven't been there in years, I miss them so much! Most of my family is in Sacramento now and will go to La Villa just to get the ravioli!“

“We were in town to get a present and of course we had to stop and get a box of our goodies we used to get every Friday. Great that you can now order before coming into town. Always really good“

“Mole pablano enchiladas were excellent.“

“Wow, finally an authentic caribbean restaurant in the south bay. The food is amazing, the owners are delightful, and they give you a great portion of food. On top of that, you really get an island vibe while dining in with the music and the server's authentic love for what they do. Highly recommend ?“

“amazing food !!! this is our new spot for pizza and wings !!!“

“This Korean spot is truly a hidden gem. The flavors are intense, rich, and delicious, and everything we tried was packed with taste. The seafood pancake, kimchi soup, and cheese ribs were all amazing and definitely worth ordering. The restaurant has a clear specialty in Korean comfort food, and the quality of the dishes really stands out. The main drawbacks are the long wait during peak hours and the small dining area, but the food makes it worth being patient. Definitely a great spot if you’re looking for flavorful Korean dishes.“

“everything is delicious!!! skewers, drumsticks and the bun Bo hue is the BEST!!!“

“Food are great and the staffs are nice.“

“there sandwich are delicious and yummy too“

“Hoy fui al dennys a desayunar pedi un craysy spicy skillet… muy delicioso y bien caliente ..Me Atendió la Mesera Carmen por cierto muy amable., la comida me la llevo muy rápido, una atmósfera muy bonita, el restaurante estaba muy limpio , la entrada y los baños, bien presentables todo el personal muy sonrientes dándole la bienvenida a todo cliente que llegaba.lo recomiendo 💯 este restaurante 🥰😍🥰😍“

“Friendly staff, romantic place, open late, love their lemon 🍋 drop!“

“We love Kadhai Kitchen, authentic india food, best in entire Bay Area. Taste is all that matters, and they remind of maa ke hath ka khana. 👌🏻“

“This is a restaurant with a very stylish decoration. The classical decoration makes people feel like they are back in the past era when dining. I think everyone can experience it. At the same time, the food in the restaurant is still very delicious.“

“4.25/5

Got the sambusa, beef wrap, and the beef plate. Food was overall quite well done and portion sizing was generous. Beef was tender and flavorful. Also LOVED the tea, v good mix of spicy & sweet, v delicious.

S1: sambusa was easily my favorite (it’s pretty spicy fyi!). I thought the beef in the beef wrap was tastier than the beef in the beef plate, so I would probably opt for beef wrap next time.“

“ok this might be my favorite latte now“

“Been coming since i was a kid an that was years in the late 90's now i'm about to turn 29 in July, man those where the good ole days or memories in pizza heaven.“

“House of Bagels near SJSU is a great family-owned shop. The bagels are fire, especially the salmon bagel, but anything you get will definitely taste good. There’s usually a line, but it’s definitely worth the wait. Parking can be hit or miss, so be prepared to walk a bit.“

“Food is nothing short of amazing. Large menu and especially good for vegetarians and those who are into healthy options and unwilling to sacrifice taste. Really good kids menu. It's crowded and loud on Friday night, so you'll need a little patience if you go then.“

“Had a fantastic brunch experience here! The food and drinks came out quickly, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout the visit. The red chilaquiles with carnitas were a must-try—packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. The relaxed atmosphere made it the perfect place to enjoy a slow, comfortable meal. Great service, amazing food, and a welcoming vibe make this a spot I’d happily return to again.“

“Very tasty sandwiches. Great coffee.“

“I really enjoyed the flavor profile at this place.

You are greeted warmly upon arrival; the space is neither large nor tiny. It is an open-concept restaurant (you can see the kitchen), and the place is bright and clean.

You order via a QR code, and the food arrives at your table quickly.

The portions are neither too big nor too small; I find them just right—whether you're really hungry or want to take some leftovers home for later.

I will definitely be back to try more of the menu (honestly, everything looks spectacular).“

“Great food, friendly atmosphere, clean and prompt service.“

“This is the best halal restaurant i have found ever the food was too good and the members were so kind as well the food doesn’t feel heavy after eating.its make your stomach very satisfied and happy
Must go to place if you want to try Vietnamese food“

“Always tasty. We usually get one veggie and one meat special.“

“If you're craving Cambodian cuisine, make sure to visit Angkor Chef, a fantastic Cambodian restaurant located in downtown San Jose. Owned by Channy Laux - Chef and her husband, they've been serving up delicious dishes for about 6 months now. Tina and I were thoroughly impressed by their excellent service and mouthwatering food. The restaurant boasts a sleek and modern design, and we particularly loved the beef skewers (សាច់គោចាកាក់). We definitely will come back for more. #supportlocalbusiness #khmerfood“

“Delicious all vegan menu… the Red Curry Burrito was so good and the customer service was amazing 🤩 if you fly in to San Jose you have to drive downtown and pay them a visit 🥰🌱🌯👍🏾“

“The food here is very good but even better is the service. The staff was very genuine, attentive and quick. Maybe the best service I've had in my life. I'm not in the area often but would definitely go again“

“One of the best Thai places in Bay Area!! Great quality food!! Great food good price good service I feel so comfortable and everything delicious 😋😘😘😘😍😍“

“TBH I was hesitant at first to eat at Acopia. As a vegan, most Mexican restaurants do not usually have options for me. Their menu is somewhat minimal and limited, so entered with few expectations or hopes that I could order anything more than a salad. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The owner came to our table and was most accommodating. I ordered a succulent nopales salad, street corn and some delicious blue corn sopes de calabasita (zucchini and flower). It was all quite tasty and I was even more surprised when she brought out some vegan mayo AND vegan cheese to top off my food with more flavor. The atmosphere is very modern and simply styled, mirroring their “chic” food menu. I found the food delicious though a bit on the bland side, but was grateful that they came through for me and my vegan diet. I left sated and happy that I could fully participate in the meal alongside my meat-eating friends. The owner was very thoughtful and really went out of her way to make sure I had plenty of choices to order. Although it was a bit pricey, I will definitely go back again. The modern ambiance, the attentive service and the fancy yet rustic food combined to make a lovely evening meal.“

“Good ambience, great food. Loved the family vibe. Feels like eating in a cozy eatery in Osaka.“

“Great food would definitely go again“

“exquisite drinks They have to make a stop here..“

“The Best experience in a long time! From the parking attendant making sure we're safe crossing the street,to the prompt,excellent service,I was impressed the waiters spoke Italian and how attentive they were! The food is excellent, we loved the eggplant Parmigiano, the meatballs,the salmon pasta and fettuccine w clams,the shrimp,the strawberry gellato,the chocolate cake!“

“I recently got to know this place, and am glad that I found this place! I tried the fish roe tofu and it was quite nice! The seafood pancake was also a good appetizer to share; quite crispy and filling. The only thing I would like to mention is that this place is obviously quite popular with limited seating. So arrive a few minutes before they open so that you don't have to wait! There was already a long line when we left around 5:40 PM on a Saturday.“

“My family has been coming to Cicero’s since I was 2 years old back in 1995 (in the old location) and it’s one of my first real memories. Through childhood, we used to often come here once or twice a week. Nowadays living further away, it’s a rare opportunity but one I jump on whenever I’m in South Bay. Love seeing the Budweiser horse drawn carriage still hanging in there.

This pizza is the ultimate pizza - better than you can get anywhere. The lightly fried thin-crust with the delicate cheese and perfectly balanced sauce cause an explosion of flavor and texture in your mouth. This place feels like home and it’s so consistently good. If I have the privilege of picking a final meal in life, it will be Cicero’s. A large cheese and olives with a root beer.“

“This has been my favorite Japanese restaurant since it opened almost 10 years ago. I have since moved to Sacramento but every time I’m in San Jose I make sure to stop by. The food is delicious, authentic, and the staff is kind and hard working. You MUST try Sanraku“

“Greeted warmly as i entered and met a friendly smile at the register. It was my 1st time at this location, Almaden, and very surprised by the great variety of offerings. I went with the portobello mushroom panini and tomato bisque soup. YUM YUM delicious 😋 Looking forward to coming back with my squad and trying different items. Come check this!“

“this location has a lovely atmosphere and high ceilings, very nice interior decorating. our party of two shared the classic and felt that it was plenty of food. the meat quality was awesome. only downside was that we didn’t really have a server so no one brought us water or refilled our broth or cleared our dirty plates.“

“When I'm not making my own sauce, this Is my Go To place for Awesome Itilian food near me!!! Diana, Al (the owners) & John, are my most favorite people, but the rest of their staff are quite Awesome as well!!! Going there tonight for some pasta & pizza!!! See you there!!! ; >“

“Bought one pie. Should've bought two“