36 Best Vegan Restaurants near Essex

“The lobster rolls here are the best! The staff is excellent and the ferry boat ride is fun!“

“Belgian and Swiss Chocolates, coffee, ice cream and gifts. Really, you had me at “chocolate” 😋.“

“This is the cutest shop in downtown Essex. They have incredible choices of ice cream that are delicious. I come in regularly. I was very impressed by the employee Gabby who was able to manage a big crowd on her own. She was friendly to all her customers and kept the line moving at a good speed.“

“Everything was great about our dinner and experience!! The atmosphere sitting outside and having dinner was fantastic! Our server was great!! Personable, friendly, knowledgeable and not intrusive, just the way it should be! Had a nice chat with her! Our drinks were delicious and the dessert was a perfect treat. Would really love to return here again soon!!“

“Such great service but even more so, the chefs are incredible with their creativity and delivery of unique and delicious food. Liv's is an oasis away from home....they do so much to make dinner special every time. Thank you all.“

“I’ve always had a great experience at Himalaya Cafe. You can tell that all the staff takes a lot of pride in their craft. The food is by far the best around and is reasonably priced. The ambiance is clean, warm and relaxing and the service is always very friendly. One of my favorite restaurants around!“

“We have been to Shayna B's at least 10 times. The food is always amazing! Yesterday, 8 of us celebrated my wife's birthday. Everyone, including the non-gf folks, loved the food! The staff was great. I can't say enough nice things!!!“

“Came here for the first time today. I've been wanting to try for awhile. Amazing place. Love the menu! So many different things to choose from. Tons of veggie options. I had a veggie melt with broccoli, eggplant, onions, sundried tomatoes and cheese. It was amazing! If you haven't been, great eats for breakfast and lunch!“

“From the very first bite, I knew this place was something special. The food wasn’t just delicious—it was extraordinary. Every dish burst with rich, authentic flavors that transported me straight back to home-cooked meals made with love. The depth of seasoning, the perfect balance of spices—it was clear that each recipe was crafted with passion and expertise.

The ambiance only added to the magic. Cozy, inviting, and effortlessly comfortable, the restaurant made me feel right at home. Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner or a relaxed meal, this is the spot.

And the best part? Everything is impeccably fresh, with thoughtful touches like gluten-free options. I can’t recommend this place enough—it’s not just a meal, it’s an experience. Do not miss out!“

“We came as a party of three on a Thursday night. We were sat at a comfortable booth. I appreciate the detailed descriptions for each dish. All the food was delicious, I especially enjoyed the lamb Rogan Josh. I asked for spicy, and was not disappointed. The garlic naan and ghee paratha went great with the curry. The owner was very nice and came out to check on us.“

“Just tried the vegan chocolate and vegan lemon blueberry. May I just say they were both outstanding...creamy, rich and delicious. Well done Honeycone Cream Co. 🥰 I will definitely be a repeat customer. Husband had a vanilla milkshake and he said it was really good.“

“absolutely the Best in this area“

“Amazing food every single time!! Beautiful hidden jewel in Westbrook CT!!!“

“This was hands down the best meal my husband and I have had in years of dining! The food was fresh and full of flavor. Our server, Lauren, was lovely and we were even brought a flute of champagne for our anniversary that we were not expecting.....a thoughtful touch. The restaurant was full so the noise level was a bit high, but the food and service more than made up for that. We would highly recommend this wonderful establishment and will be coming back again soon.“

“Very good dining experience. food, service and atmosphere get a big thumbs up 👍“

“Best penne alla vodka I’ve ever had. Gluten free option too! Great service as well. ❤️“

“The best place in Coastal Connecticut“

“real fresh d fashioned food. good quality and great price. service was great as well“

“We pulled in here on a whim earlier today and were lucky enough to guy something right before they closed for the day. Carrot cake was amazing. Hard to believe it’s soy free, dairy free, and gluten free. Really made my wife’s birthday special. Highly recommend this place, whether you have relevant food allergies or not.“

“The staff were very sweet and attentive! There were many small details which made it special- a little flower rose on the straw, beautiful decorative edges to the vegetables, soooo yummy (M- curry) and simple decor with rich accents. Loved the sitting area!“

“great beer selection and bar food is unique and creative“

“Honestly originally came here thinking it was a typical tavern. Left having one of the best food experiences I have ever had! The food was amazing and so perfectly prepared I have been back countless times since and am always recommending them to friends and family. Definitely need to fit in a date night here really soon!!!“

“Sweet Lunas is the best, most delicious frozen yogurt, so many great flavors and incredible array of toppings anywhere! The shop is super clean with a great staff and the owner is the nicest person! If you haven't been get over there, you're missing out!

Kid-friendliness: Sweet Lunas loves kids and the kids LOVE Sweet Lunas!“

“great place to meet up with others“

“Delicious beautiful place“

“Always loved this place. Food and service amazing! Always stop here on my way through town.“

“Wonderful customer service, loved the sundae and small ice cream even bought a shirt and the lady at the register took the time to find my size in the back.“

“Food is good and at very reasonable prices. They are very friendly people. I come here all the time!“

“Excellent food. Owner on site regularly. Buttermilk fried chicken is excellent. Great specials. A local favorite.“

“My husband and I went to Aspen the other night for our wedding anniversary. We had our rehearsal dinner there 4 years ago and were blown away by the food.. well, once again, they nailed it! It was delicious!! Not only was the food good, but our waiter, Joe M (funny, same name as my husband 😅), was wonderful! We will definitely be back again!!“

“Great fresh food with a lot of options. Plan ahead on weekends, you should expect hour plus wait times once you are seated for your food. We come here frequently for breakfast - it’s faster to order takeout for sure.“

“great beer selection and bar food is unique and creative“

“We frequent this spot during the summer months and the ice cream is good. Was disappointed last evening though as staff seemed in a hurry and a bit rude. One thing that should be address is the massive spider and bugs above where you stand to wait for your order . A good power wash would be good!! Love the ice cream though“

“Great fresh food with a lot of options. Plan ahead on weekends, you should expect hour plus wait times once you are seated for your food. We come here frequently for breakfast - it’s faster to order takeout for sure.“

“Love this place. Authentic spicy flavorful food. Quick polite service.“

“The three of us had sandwiches. The salmon and the cheeseburger. Rolls were actually greasy. Hamburger was greasy and the salmon was mushy. We've been here several times before and really enjoyed it. We will most likely come on another day besides Sunday. If you're not getting the brunch the food doesn't seem to be up to usual standards.“