50 Best Vegan Restaurants near Simsbury

“Always delivers! The food, location and service is perfect.“

“Top self food, love it! Staff is friendly and accommodating. It’s a must visit 👍🏻“

“I’ve been going here since I was a kid! Their food is great and specials are always fun, creative and tasty 😊 Great gluten free options too!“

“I have been coming to Plan B for years. Never had an issue with service, the food, or the drinks. This is one of my favorite places for inside and outside seating.“

“Dinner at Chili’s on Dec-6th. A half rack of ribs I ordered came and I got 4 ribs barely the size of the tines on my fork. I get ribs at most Restaurants and this was the smallest rack I’ve ever seen, ridiculous 🙁“

“great selection, friendly service, super clean, informative, everything was delicious“

“Delicious, flavorful, exotic looking Mediterranean dishes and great drinks. Would love to visit again:)“

“Excellent service and amazing food/coffee!!!“

“Always delicious food with great service!“

“Zaytoon Lebanese Restaurant in West Hartford with Ty. My first experience with Turkish coffee and it was superb. It's strong just like New Orleans coffee and Right up my alley. Our server was attentive, courteous, and efficient. He had a smile and a pleasant personality and was very helpful with the ordering. The food was hot and delicious. The lamb was a gift from the Greek gods. It was tender and seasoned and most flavorful with no gamey aftertaste. Everything you would want from a Mediterranean/Lebanese restaurant.“

“Gage had excellent customer service skills. He was very knowledgeable about the menu and attentive to detail. Everyone here is always friendly and helpful. And most importantly, the food is freaking delicious! I always order the salmon bowl and its enough for 2 people!“

“Had my birthday dinner at Coracora tonight and my husband and I will definitely be going back!“

“I am new to gluten free life as of a couple weeks ago. I was not looking forward to feeling left out at Thanksgiving…. The treats are always the best part. My dad surprised me with cookies, rolls, and a pie from Pure Love. They were AMAZING!!! 10/10. Thanks so much!“

“We had a delicious holiday luncheon in one of the private rooms today. The set up was great-big rectangle where we could all see each other and the service was amazing. The food was outstanding! Looking forward to going back!“

“Went to PF Chang’s this evening to celebrate our daughter’s birthday, I must say the food was excellent and our waiter Angel was the most experienced waiter I have had in some quite time. Thank you for an enjoyable and memorable evening.“

“Through the grapevine (social media pages I follow), we heard that Chef Van Hurd from Season 6 of Hell's Kitchen was now the executive chef here at Fire By Forge! So naturally, we pulled up to check it out! (Disclaimer: Chef told me that he was so new there that his featured items hadn't hit the menu at that time. ALSO, he's been long gone from there at the time of this review.) So anyway, here's how things went! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set right in Hartford, just a little on the outskirts is this gem. It's on Broad street a little out the way and there is a very small parking lot next to the restaurant, but street parking is also available. The outside looks very well put together and rustic. Once inside the restaurant is kinda split into 2 sections. You have the main section which is nice, open with high ceilings, bright red bricks, big windows, soft leather couches and all kinds of seating arrangements. If you walk past the bar you get into a smaller section, but it's kinda like a tunnel of tables. Lol. That tunnel of tables then opens up into what almost looks like a different restaurant, but feels like a space they expanded into. So there's plenty of places to sit, though I still encourage reservations! The atmosphere was lively and full of energy. This place also lets you know that it's a cooking school too! Amateur chefs can come here to learn knife skills and cooking skills as well! (This is just a small snippet of what they do, but I encourage you to visit the businesses website to learn more about what they offer.) Service: Here's my only gripe about this place. Right online it says "Happy Hour is from 4:30 PM to 6 PM daily and 8pm-9pm, except on holidays, events, or show nights." But like, when isn't there a show or some sort of event going at at The Bushnell or some nearby theater?! You have to literally call and check with the host to see if they're doing happy hour before you come because if you THINK you're in the clear, they can just say... oh there's a show tonight so there will be no happy hour. So that bothered me. Oh well. We still dined. Now for the good stuff! Let me tell you something about Suzie Johnson! She is the bartender here and she won BARTENDER OF THE YEAR in 2024 via the Connecticut Restaurant Association! She is a TREAT! She's full of personality, knows her stuff and is just a true pleasure. Food: First off was the Up In Smoke Old Fashioned. It had great, subtle sweetness up front, warm taste from the Up & Down branded bourbon, cold, smooth, not too harsh and of course, a bit smokey. As a courtesy to guests, they're served pickled carrots as palate cleansers instead of bread, crisps or anything like that. Clever. The first small plate I got to try were the Duck Mole Wings! These are described as "5 crispy duck wings with a tequila mole barbecue sauce, served with sesame seeds and pickled onions. These certainly looked the part! These were smooth, not necessarily crispy, extremely tender, hardy and just balanced. Mole is a very ingredient-heavy sauce and these were delicious. My 2nd drink was the Ghost Rider which is Up & Down bourbon, spiced Nightrider espresso, Licor 43 and an orange twist. This had a sharp cinnamon/hazelnut/nutmeg flavor/spice-y flavor. Very good and warming as well, even though it was a little sweet. Next up was the Knife Skills Soup! This is a soup compiled by the trainees and all the vegetables they've chopped in class! How cool is that?! It was a very thick vegetable soup, hearty, salty and warm. Next up were the Tostone Nachos! These were so fantastic. The pulled pork on top was so meaty, so tender and the queso fresco was lightly cheesy adding subtle notes to the hearty pork and carb-y tostone. This was my favorite thing of the night. My last drink of the night was the Sazerac. If absinthe is in the building, I must try that restaurant's version. This one was spectacular, but could've used more rye bourbon. The last thing we had to try was their Smash“

“Dirk & Co prepared an outstanding menu for my wife’s birthday party- we had 18 people and everyone commented how great the food and tastes were- a few said they were not fans of Thai cuisine before they tried the Green Papayas food… and even they came away big fans! Big home run in every regard! Thanks, we’ll be back“

“Bruno’s Cafe I don't know where to start at all. They had good coffee, amazing service, the whole staff were great. I met them at a car event they made the whole time great. They treated me like family so Im gonna take my family up to them. Y’all were great, I hope nothing but the best wishes for y’all. You defiantly got me to make the adventure. Overall they are really good. Just check them out. Clyde you’re doing great keep up the great work. Much love❤️ thank you for being so kind to me.“

“Always great, I usually order ahead.

Vegetarian options: Plant base protein powders, mostly fruit base plates, they have green options, nuts.

Dietary restrictions: There are nut free and dairy free options. Plant base products

Parking: Parking garage is right around the corner and easy to get to. Street parking is all parallel parking and it's usually hard to find a spot on busy times“

“Celebrated our daughter’s birthday on Friday and everything was AMAZING! Our server, Jaden, was fabulous and our food was incredible!! Definitely a great experience!“

“great atmosphere, service, food and drink. The shrimp and grits was great, in addition to the Ahi Flatbread. looking forward to checking out the brunch. Thanks for the great service Hunter!“

“Tasty food, but the service is lacking. My food came out wrong (the sever admitted it was wrong) and then she didn't key in a new entree so I had to wait 20 minutes before a new entree arrived. All of the other guests at my table were finishing up their food and they cleared everyone's plate as they put my fresh plate down. I felt very rushed. The service really took away from the dining experience.“

“Farmington Mini Golf and Ice cream opened in 1962. They offer an 18-hole golf course as well as an ice cream parlor. They offer many flavors of ice cream, slushies, etc.

I took the kids there in the summer and they loved it. The ice cream was also a nice treat. The golf course looked nicely maintained and the service was good. There is a grassy area with picnic tables to enjoy your ice cream. They also have tables on the porch area. I think it's a nice spot to mini golf!“

“A good hang out spot!!! I highly recommend this place❤️❤️❤️“

“I bought a dozen Snickerdoodles for my brother, who is a connoisseur of Snickerdoodles. He said they were the best Snickerdoodles he ever had! Thank you so much and see you soon!“

“This is my go to spot with my boyfriend. There’s never any question with quality of food, the food is amazing each time you go. They have perfected their menu and the cooks are truly masters with their craft. Best food in the area, and if you’re not in the area it’s worth the travel. I am always in the mood for Tiger Belly. 🫶🏼“

“I fly to West Hartford every weekend just to eat at Kitchen Plate. I live in North Carolina, and yet somehow this has become the most logical decision of my life—because once you’ve eaten here, nothing else compares.

Kitchen Plate isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an experience. From the moment the food hits the table, you can tell everything is made with care, intention, and an unreal level of skill. The flavors are bold but balanced, comforting but exciting, and consistently unforgettable. No matter what I order, it somehow ends up being the best thing I’ve eaten all week—every week.

What truly sets this place apart, though, is the chef. He is, without exaggeration, my favorite chef ever. Watching someone put this much passion and pride into their craft is rare, and you can taste it in every single bite. The food feels personal, like it was made specifically for you. There’s creativity, heart, and serious talent behind every dish, and it shows.

I’ve eaten at plenty of great spots, but Kitchen Plate is the only place that has made me plan flights around a meal. That’s not a joke or an exaggeration—it’s just that good. If you live nearby, don’t take it for granted. And if you don’t? Trust me, it’s worth the trip.“

“The ice cream here is to die for. Always a variety of flavors and solid staples as well. Love the pistachio sundae with whipped cream, hot fudge and walnuts. Packed ice cream pints are available and you can get any flavor packed with a small up charge. Make sure to ask for a sample and tip.“

“We came in as a party of 4 adults and 1 child who has food allergies for Sunday lunch. They were accommodating for my child with food allergies. The food was absolutely delicious and reasonably priced! The restaurant is small for such delicious food so it is definitely recommended to make a reservation. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!“

“When I tell you hurry and get you a plate of this good food I mean runnn!! I cant believe there isnt a line out the door and around the corner. I ordered the brown stew chicken with cabbage and spicy rice it was absolutely AMAZING!! the chicken was just fallen off the bone and the flavors was on point soo freaking good. And my husband had gotten a fish sandwich...let me tell you I dont really eat fish like at all,but when I took a bite of his sandwich I was like WOWW that is soo good to the point that I would order that sandwich for myself. The oxtail empanada was really good as well especially with that dipping sauce...our food was really chefs kiss❤️Even though I live an hour away I will definitely be driving back just to go there and get their food! I cant wait to try other food on their menu!!!“

“We had our wedding at The Pond House Café and it was absolutely beautiful. The ceremony and reception were everything we hoped for. Our guests loved the food, the décor, the music, and the warm, welcoming vibe. The staff went above and beyond—Charlene, Diana, and Alissa took care of us with so much care and professionalism. Everything ran smoothly and felt special. We’re so thankful for the whole team. This will definitely be our go-to spot for future celebrations! 1000000/10 experience!!“

“Just opened their new location at Blue Back Square in West Hartford. I ordered the Angry Tebboki (regular and garlic) Very good..Can't wait to try the other menu items.“

“Excellent fresh food and excellent fast service. The Turkish coffee was perfection, as was the falafel sandwich. I brought home all sorts of groceries and snacks. The overstuffed pistachio baklava was out of this world-best I ever had.“

“It's always a pleasure stopping by to get my spinach patties every week. Today Shernette took my order over the phone while Arline prepared it and ensured that I didn't have to wait long upon arriving.

Kree does the baking and is always willing to put some extra spinach patties in the oven when they are running low.

Ms. Yvonne and AnnMarie are very pleasant and polite.

The staff at Golden Krust really do make me feel like they care.“

“100% recommend if you have not eaten this type of food before please step out of your comfort zone everything was delicious I came here today for my birthday dinner before a concert with my two friends and was not disappointed! I will definitely be back“

“If you love Pho, you have to visit them! The broth was amazing. You don't even need to add any sauces. All of the ingredients were fresh. The staff was very attentive to guests in the restaurant and they handled numerous incoming takeout phone calls through the night. We will be back!“

“THE FOOD IS SOOOOO GOOD OMMMMMG“

“went for brunch and had Bobby as waiter. we didn't know what to get so he suggested several options and they were all out of this world. great place. different than going for a normal meal. very tasty and great atmosphere.“

“Just love everything about this place, if I’m anywhere near it’s where I’m going“

“The owner and their entire staff are amazing. What is even more special is the taste and crunch from the fresh pizza.“

“it was my first time and I thoroughly enjoyed breakfast!“

“I have yet to write a review of something l haven’t seen, BUT I am the biggest fan of Drag Brunches and have only ever attended them in NYC - but l am ever so excited to go to Piggy’s for Sunday Brunch.STAY TUNED FOR MY FOLLOW UP REVIEW FROM YOIR FAVE FAG HAG!!! Love You All!!! ?️‍???“

“The only Mexican restaurant I like in CT, and I've tried a few. They serve authentic, delicious Mexican food.“

“We loved this place! Authentic Chinese food - Stephanie. The Chengdu dumplings and cold rabbit appetizers were fantastic! my son had the crisp pork belly, and I had the sliced smoked duck. Soooooo delicious! Can't wait to bring the hubs here.“

“We had a really wonderful birthday lunch for my brother’s 70 th birthday celebration on Sunday. I called the restaurant a day before to let them know I had a big party of 20 and might I get a reservation? They reserved the “stage” area with two large round tables for us! They were so patient, friendly, and helpful. Our server was fantastic and the food was really well prepared and yummy! Everyone enjoyed themselves, especially the birthday boy! 🎉 We’ll be back!“

“We were in the area looking for food on the way back home; came upon this pizzeria. The worker was very kind and quick with making our pizza that we called in 5 minutes prior to showing up. Pizza ready within 12 min, and was very good. Would come here again.“

“The best! Always great food and great service!“

“Great service at the bar! Chose the bar over waiting a half hour for a booth. Bartender on 11/28/25 was very attentive. I got the Steak Gorganzola with Alfredo sauce and 9oz Merlot. Daughter had the Chicken Parmesian. Delicious! I will be back after the holidays.“

“Great food and amazing service from Shane! We loved him. Churro french toast was to die for. Halloween decor was adorable too. 10/10“

“Super cute place! Very cozy and welcoming! Unfortunately I could only stop in real quick and grab a smoothie but definitely a great place relax and bring a laptop. I got the Berry Berry Goodness smoothie, very good! Will be back to try more!“