50 Best Vegan Restaurants near New Canaan

“The tall brunette byth with gold earrings is the most helpful, thoughtful and patient employee. She let me try as many flavors as I wanted and gave perfect scoops. To say I'm obsessed is an understatement. If she's not there neither am I!“

“Bar Vida is for sure my favorite smoothie/juice place in the Fairfield County area! I highly recommend their Malibu smoothie which is strawberry-based (I usually add peanut butter to mine) and their immunity juices/shots which are cold-pressed and homemade with lemon, ginger, cayenne pepper, and apple. Once you have Bar Vida it's hard to go back to any other smoothie/juice place!“

“My wife and I had dinner at The Farmers Table. Service was great, the food was absolutely delicious. We had a wonderful dining experience here.. highly recommend this restaurant will be back for more!!!“

“Always delicious and great staff“

“Really enjoyed our first time there. Can’t wait to come back and try more food!!!“

“Delicious food from a great member of our community. Try it; 100% chance you'll be glad you did. New Canaan is so lucky to have Chef Prasad.“

“I had the absolute best time and experience here. Anessa was the absolute greatest and sweetest server that I have ever met. She had the brightest smile, great personality, very fast with getting our drinks and pastries out and went above and beyond to make our experience the absolute best it could be. I will definitely be back soon.“

“10 out of 10 would recommend. Went with the whole family. We were all very happy with our food and that’s hard to say with how picky our little ones are. All the staff were super kind and helpful. Everything looks amazing there. I can’t be the only one that eyes down the food as it comes out of the kitchen 🤷🏼‍♂️. I went with the Ram Smash Burger and it was cooked to perfection. Thanks Gates. See ya next time.“

“The food was delicious and the service was top notch. Amanda was so friendly and welcoming. We stopped by on our way home from Cape Cod as first timers and will be lifelong customers from now on. 100% recommend!“

“Honestly, I didn’t expect to have an experience like this in Stamford. My friends and I came to Teff not really knowing what to expect, and we ended up being genuinely impressed.

The Ethiopian and Eritrean food was full of flavor, the spices were on point, and everything felt fresh and beautifully presented. I especially loved the experience of sharing the food and eating it with injera — it made the whole dinner feel different from the usual restaurant experience.

The non-alcoholic ginger beer was also a really nice touch and went perfectly with the food. 🫚

Great food, great atmosphere, and a really unique experience. If you’ve never tried Ethiopian or Eritrean food before, I’d definitely recommend giving Teff a shot. I’m glad we found this place. 🇪🇹❤“

“My husband and I recently hosted our baby shower for our first baby at Flinder's last weekend (3/21/26), and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. We hosted roughly 55 people and utilized the entire restaurant for our private event (restaurant buyout). From the onset, Ross and Eric (Mgr. + Assistant Mgr.) were incredibly friendly, responsive to all my questions via email, and agreed to meet not once, but TWICE in-person to ensure all details were accounted for, and that our requests would be accommodated. The event ran smoothly because of their professionalism and attention to detail. During the event, the kitchen, bar, and wait staff were incredibly attentive, kind, friendly, and honestly felt like part of the party the entire time. Our family and friends raved about the entire experience, including the service, the food, and the configuration of the space. We left smiling from ear-to-ear, and are incredibly grateful to everyone at Flinder's for helping to make our baby shower a great success!“

“JP & the entire Layla's team are the best! I've catered lunch at the office twice from them and each time the food is delicious and the service is outstanding. This time around, I had filled out the online catering form late at night and and had a text from JP within 10 minutes to setup the order. Excellent every time. Thank you, JP!“

“If I could give this place more than 5 stars, I would! The owners are genuinely some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. They’re so warm, welcoming, and always encourage you to try something new on the menu. Every visit feels like you’re being treated like family.

The food is absolutely incredible, and everything is made fresh to order. I’ve tried so many dishes here, and I’ve honestly never had a bad experience. And don’t even get me started on the desserts—their baklava is hands down the best I’ve ever had!

I’ve brought so many friends and family members here over the years, and every single one of them has ended up loving it just as much as I do. It’s become one of our favorite places to eat.

I truly hope more people discover this hidden gem because they deserve all the support. Amazing food, amazing people, and consistently wonderful service every single time. Highly recommend!“

“We both had the caesar salad and the flank steak sandwich, which was delicious. Thank you for supporting Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week. We will be back soon!“

“El pollito esta muy delicious“

“Louis is FANTASTIC! His food is amazing! I can’t speak to many chefs in the area, but his love for what he does is out of this world. We can always count on him for great food and love behind it. Thanks for a taste of home in Norwalk, CT!!“

“An absolute masterclass in Greek hospitality.We ordered an array of assorted small plates including, taramosalata, dolmades,and the chilled garlic potato puree (Skordalia), , the beautifully prepared branzino, and the incredibly flavorful meat combo(pikilia), (the lamb chops were all mine), every single dish was fantastic.
What truly made the experience unforgettable was the owner Faith. She treated us like family, even comping our dessert as if we were personal guests visiting Greece. On top of that the rice pudding alone was worth the trip. Outstanding food, genuine warmth and a must visit spot.“

“My husband and I are beyond vegan (meaning, as well as not eating animals, we don't eat anything artificial.) It's hard for us to find any good restaurants where we live so we drove 1 1/2 hours to check out Botanika. We were amazed at how delicious everything was...and we ordered 1burito, 2 wraps, 2 pulled jackfruit, mac n "cheese," and two (or three) of every dessert they had! (of course we took some home lol) The chocolate cheesecake was absolutely delicious! The owner and server were completely sweet and friendly. This charming little cafe is filled with good vibes and loving energy. We will definitely be returning.“

“We love coming to this place. The food is not only delicious but of good quality. the place feels like home: dumplings, hot soups and those fried buns for dessert… 🍜 🥟 😋 Even when the place is packed, it’s worth the wait!“

“We go here nearly every time we are in Norwalk. Love their arroz con pollo. All the food is actually amazingly delicious. My favorite drink is their sangria to the point they prep it for me when I walk in. Kind service. They feel like family.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars, only thing I would change is the hours. Wish they were open more!“

“Truly Greek catered an event I attended this week, and the food was outstanding! The hummus was delicious and the lentils were fantastic! I'll definitely be ordering from them again!“

“Wellness shots, fresh juice, and açaí bowls! Everyone is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable!“

“Rápido riquísimo,abundante.Nos encanto.“

“Excellent! Been a while since I’ve been here and been a while since I’ve been in the northeast, so it tastes even better after being out west for so long.“

“Awesome time always. Staff always super welcoming and helpful. Service... excellent! LETS GOOOOOO!!!“

“Food was delicious. My order was to go and it was nicely packaged and did I say delicious?“

“This is the best spot for lunch. i grew up in the restaurant business and it’s hard to find a place that has great food. This place is the best for lunch in Norwalk. Great size portions. Great flavors. Very friendly owners and staff.“

“Good healthy variety of food 🥒🥑🥦🥬🥬“

“and yet another excellent restaurant. Brasitas of Norwalk they offer everything.... good food, perfect service... cleanliness... great environment... and close to my hotel... the dulce de leche Flan is probably the best I ever had 🙌“

“Very tasty healthy foods along with clean place and friendly staff creates a nice welcoming atmosphere and perfect for those on low carb diet and health minded person“

“will be back recommend this place loved the food great service nice atmosphere“

“Food was phenomenal, and the staff was so friendly. The lunch special really hit the spot and well priced for what we got. Don't expect a lot of sitting space, but if you are looking for a good spot to grab lunch then you'll be hard pressed to find better.“

“Awesome old school bar-style burgers done right! You can tell they care and use quality ingredients. Cheeseburger with caramelized onions, pickles, and their house sauce (it’s kinda like a chipotle mayo) is the perfect combo. The staff and owners are as nice as can be too.“

“I come to the Westport location pretty often and the customer service is always amazing. I’ve came in with 2 toddlers and a baby and they’re so sweet to accommodate us. The food is so good and there’s one barista that i absolutely love because he always makes my coffee PERFECTLY. I only took one star off for Atmosphere just because of the space for seating. It’s not a lot but honestly not a deal breaker because they’ll always make it work for you if you have more than 2 people with you. My favorite spot in Westport! ♥“

“Great place for good real food“

“The hibachi was amazing! We also had sushi and fried calamari were scrumptious.“

“Great service and consistently great pizza!!“

“I recently bought the Earl Grey Tea and Berry Cornbread at my local Kroger store and was blown away! The richness and the flavor profiles were out of this world, especially the latter flavor of the two. It’s dangerous to know the Kroger store is only five minutes from my house. I’ll definitely be trying other flavors.“

“Mariana is a wonderful server,efficient, kind, and always knows what we want. She refills my iced tea without being asked! Going to the diner is always a pleasure with her.“

“Best ice cream in the US“

“My family loves The Cake Box! My son has a peanut allergy and it is so nice that they don't use any peanut products at all! He can have any cupcake his heart desires and I don't have to worry about his allergy. The cupcakes are soft, fluffy and delicious.“

“We did the Wednesday prix fixe menu and it was amazing. It truly felt to be like I was eating art. I don't know the name of the chef, but you can tell they are exceptional. The attention to detail in each dish made it obvious the chef is passionate about what they create. The flavors were unique, the atmosphere upscale yet comforting, and the service was lovely. We had a wonderful time.“

“Best Poke I’ve found in CT. I crave this stuff..... it’s heavenly.“

“I "cried" when my fave VEGAN or VEGETARIAN "GO-to" eat-in place closed all their locations around Boston. That was sadly & formerly GrainMaker .. (gone now) However DiG has grown on me as their deFACTO replacement for all FRESH VEGGIES and otherwise ALL FRESH MEAL VEGAN or VEGETERIAN eats and eat-in place! This is becoming my greatly reccomended "hidden vegan and veggie gem" in Boston with LOTS of locations. They have 3 locations thus far in Boston and 2 in Cambridge. I hav ONLY visited their downtown location thus far! Just as formerly with GrainMaker, DiG is as close to authentic home cooked! & genuinely HEALTHY! AND fresh meals that you can get to. Always fresh veggies, steamed & otherwise. --(they also serve a variety of proteins, as in variety of meats and fish, but i stay vegan. I have NEVER tried any of their meats or fish here.. ONLY their veggies and seasoned TOFU on occasion.. more oft than not, i do not even get their TOFU as a protein and opt to feast on JUST their steamed or boiled or baked veggies, bases. like rice and excellent mixed veggie salads sides!) Have been frequenting it for about 2 years since 2023 now, but held off on reviewing it until i was SURE of my experiences here. Decided to review it today bcs "it's time". I spoke to the very customer service oriented and responsibve supervisor here at this location, his name is DiJuan and was served by Adonis today and he was also very accommodating (after i explained i eat vegan) and on showing me my MANY fresh veggie choices, bases, proteins (including delish prepared Tofu) and PLENTY of heavenly veggie sides, all preped like you'd expect to find in a Thanksgiving grand day family meal. (AND they do this EVERY DAY!! ) This is HEALTHY eats and quite tasty and delish! See my posted pic w this review of my choice of eats today. In short, just today, i started with very little brown rice as my base and added 2 types of their fresh salad, Cannellini Beans w dill & greens along with their steamed or boiled Kale greens and added also a sweet potato that had been steamed & also steamed brocolli. I LUV eating fresh, healthy, TASTY and "homemade style" (as in NOT processed!!). I added their Garlic dressing to top it off. It came to something like 10+ bucks (B4 tax)! Unheard of !! for a BIG & FULLY portioned full veggie plate like this! BIG PORTION of a FULL PLATE! -- i declined, as usual to get any protein with my meal today, is why, STiLL i got a HUGE portioned plate! ( I normally HAVE2 order 2 - 3 separate orders and combine them, at HoneyGrow, anuther fave local "vegan" franchise in Boston, in order to get filled up if i'm only eating OMAD, as in One-meal-a-Day, in order to get full elsewhere usually!). They have a FAMILY (feeds4) option after 3pm every day that feeds 4-5 people (adults not kids) for like $43. QUITE A BARGAIN for something like this. AND it look like a Thankgiving day meal to top it off! --(formerly anuther non-vegan place "had this", now gone, called Boston Market. However they LOADED their side protions and even base meal with SO MUCH SALT, yuck! so that was ALL you could taste. THEY supposedly made home made, but found out NOT SO!!, theirs was loaded with processed sh*t, like their supposedly home-made mashed potatoes were the powder kind, loaded with pseudo milk and SALT, YUCK!!) NOT SO ! with this place.. DiG is 180 degrees fr tht.. This is truly GREAT tasting REAL and "home-prepped" veggies. They are winning me over from my other 2 "go-to's" "vegan-ish" franchises in Boston whcih have steadily been declining for various reasons, those being Bon-Me (their employees, over at Bon-Me for last 2-3 years it seems at ALL locations i have tried, simply do not undertsand nor speak english for the most part, their food WEN i can get it ordered the way i want it, is generally good, oft times its taken over 2 returned plates in order to get it prepared the way i orderd it.. v“

“Wonderful location, cuisine and service.“

“Good food, very consistent quality and service“

“Mecha Noodle Bar is one of Stamford’s best places to go when only a giant bowl of noodles will solve the problem. The broth is flavorful, the noodles are satisfying, and the bao buns have a mysterious habit of disappearing from the table almost immediately.

The atmosphere is lively and casual, making it a great choice for a quick meal, date night, or family dinner. We can always guarantee that our kids will leave with full bellies which, as any parent knows, is basically the highest possible restaurant rating.

The portions are generous, but ordering something to share is still highly recommended mostly because watching someone else eat bao while you don’t have one is completely avoidable. Come hungry, wear something you’re comfortable splashing broth on, and prepare to leave full, happy, and already thinking about your next bowl.“

“Fantastic deli! Very clean place, pleasant staff, serving very good food and plenty of it. I wish I had pictures to share. Staying at a nearby hotel for a week and we’ve been there three times already. Breakfast and lunch and dinner. Very generous helpings, to go boxes needed for lunches or dinners. Delicious and very happy with the pricing. I highly recommend.“