30 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Punta Gorda

“The Best Burger 🍔 in Town“

“On Sept 11th my husband & I enjoyed a delightful and most delicious meal. It was our anniversary and the staff made it even more special. The only downside is when we paid the bill we were not told that the tip would be POS entered separately from our account. My husband checked our account and he thought the tip had not been given. So he made a trip to Carmelo's to ask about why and to correct. He was told the tip was done separately - think this should be told to their guests. Thank you for a lovely evening and amazing food.“

“Just wanted to express my appreciation for the management and staff. An incident happened today while my family dined at Celtic Ray and the staff was quick to fix the situation. We have had wonderful service and tasty food at every visit, and today was no exception. Thank you for handling a tough situation with ease and grace. We will be back!“

“We called with a party of 10 and got a recording stating that reservations were not taken. We arrived and were told that there were no tables available and that we should have made reservations. We explained that we tried to and showed the Hostess the Website and number we called. We asked to speak with the Manager to make him aware of the website. Travis introduced himself and seated us temporarily outside( it was not the best of Florida weather this night) and had staff circle heaters around our table and brought us complimentary appetizers until they could accommodate all of us. Travis gave us his personal cell # and in our opinion went above and beyond to make this a Special Evening for all of us. This is not our first time here, but it was with such a large group. Justina was our Server and is Personality Plus The food is always excellent“

“Pizza Gorda – A Hidden Gem in Punta Gorda! If you’re looking for incredible pizza and fresh, flavorful dishes in Punta Gorda, look no further than Pizza Gorda! Every time we visit, we’re blown away, and our recent experience was no exception. We started with the pear salad, which was nothing short of perfection—fresh greens, juicy pears, crunchy nuts, and just the right touch of dressing to bring it all together. It was light, refreshing, and the perfect way to begin our meal. Then came the star of the show—the Margherita pizza. From the first bite, it was clear this was something special. The crust was crisp yet airy, the sauce was vibrant and fresh, and the combination of melty mozzarella with fragrant basil made every bite better than the last. It was over the top good—simple, yet bursting with flavor in the best way possible. To top it all off, the staff at Pizza Gorda is absolutely amazing. Friendly, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about what they do, they make you feel right at home. The service is just as outstanding as the food, making for an all-around fantastic dining experience. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Pizza Gorda is a must-visit. We can’t wait to go back!“

“Easy to park and shop. Great variety!“

“Went back to Brooklyn Joe's today. Had the sausage with onions and peppers. It did have red sauce and white American cheese on it. I'm sure you could have provolone or something different if you choose to , but the sandwich was very good. The sausage had a good fresh flavor with a nice spice to it. Plus the pizza by the slice is good. I noticed that older people were seated eating plus young kids coming in to eat. Also workers coming in for lunch. The food is good and the place has a good character about it. The employees have a good personality and all seem to be welcome. Thanks“

“So good! Vegetarian friendly.“

“We found our new go to restaurant. I called today to ask for a take out order. My husband wasn’t feeling well today and said he really wanted a nice pork belly ramen bowl. I looked up where I could go to get this and this restaurant came up near me. I gave it a shot and called a take out order. The lady who answered was super helpful in helping me with my order since I wasn’t familiar with the menu and was very patient with me. When I got there to pick up, the staff was amazing and made the place feel so welcoming. They seemed really happy and made the whole place shine. They packaged everything really nicely. When I got home to drop my husbands off, he was very happy and it was exactly what he was wanting. I brought mine to work and put it together there since they packaged the broth separately. Was absolutely amazing! Totally made my Friday. I got the shrimp one since the lady I spoke with on the phone recommended it to me based on what I was looking for since I wasn’t familiar with the menu. Amazing recommendation. Will absolutely order from here again in the near future. Prices were really reasonable for how good it was.“

“Honestly I love this place but it can be very frustrating waiting for food sometimes an hour or more. Note the food is always near flawless. Also it would be great if they’d occasionally have some brown ales. Not everyone wants an ipa and I can’t imagine 5 ciders are always necessary.“

“If you're in search of the best, most authentic Italian food, look no further than Santa Lucia Pizzeria in Punta Gorda!! 🍕My husband and I make several trips a year for doctor’s appointments and always carve out time for a meal with the lovely owners, Sal and Maria. From the moment you walk in, they make you feel like family—it's truly a home away from home. Sal, originally from Italy, puts so much love into every dish he creates, and it shows! The pizza is simply out of this world—definitely the best we’ve ever had! We can't wait for our next visit to try even more of their incredible food and fellowship. Thank you, Sal and Maria, for always providing such an amazing experience! 110% RECOMMEND!!! 🍕❤️“

“Outstanding!!! Everything on the menu is scrumptious“

“Awesome food and great service“

“Fresh warm bread to dip in the broth from the Clam's, Sausage & Onion dish...delicious.“

“I've been coming here often for many years. The food is always fresh and amazing, and I particularly enjoy the range of botanicals and oils available for purchase. There are numerous items focused on promoting health and well-being.“

“Went to Burg’r Bar about 5 weeks ago before having shoulder surgery. We loved it. Best burger and fries I’ve had in Florida. We sat outside and our server was great!!! Why do people write about how great it was and then give it 4 stars instead of 5??? I’m in Punta Gorda today (3/18/22) and as soon as I get done with my final post op appointment, we’re headed to the Burg’r Bar again!!! YUM!!!“

“I always had a great experience food was always good whether we ate in or did take out. but tonight was different ....we did take out the wings were very small and overcooked 20 wings and you only get one little small - very good tasting I might add- container of blue cheese so you ask for another one and they charge you $1. 😵‍💫wish we would have ate in, cuz the wings would have definitely been sent back. the french fries were overcooked too they would have went back also.😥“

“Fantastic food and super friendly service.“

“We tried Elena's yesterday while visiting Punta Gorda. We really liked our experience. Our waitress was excellent. She was very friendly and attentive. Service was fast, almost too fast in that our meal arrived before we finished our salad and soup. The food was fresh and tasted great. I personally didn't care for the gravy (with the chicken dinner), but it was okay. Everything else was great. Portion sizes are large. Prices are very, very good. Their menu is diverse, and I'd love to visit again to try some of their other offerings. Great, cozy ambiance feel to the place as well.“

“Their soups are always top notch, and I tried their beef teriyaki for the first time today. Super thick pieces of beef, medium rare, with the perfect amount of flavour. It's the best we've ever had. We live in Tamps & now can't eat it at our local places because it can't compare.
Their crab rangoon is always a winner too.“

“Amazing! Went here with my mom and my kiddos! They gave the kids raw dough to play with and keep busy! (Kept me busy too 🤣) but the garlic knots are drenched and AMAZING! The white pizza was so delicious! (Born in New York have to say hands down best pizza here! ) and the service was absolutely amazing!!! Definitely will be coming back and recommending to everyone I know! Also the prices you CANNOT BEAT THEM! 10 garlic knots for $12 bucks a large pizza that doesn’t cost $30+ bucks! Amazing!!!“

“Another Great Dish
We popped in for lunch the other day and I had my favorite Hot and Sour Soup and my wife had to try the Crispy Duck ($20.95). She loves duck and it’s not offered in too many places. My soup was great as always. The Crispy Duck was fabulous. A large half duck breast was perfectly fried with a light, crispy coating, then cut into strips and set atop a bed of mixed vegetables. As we ate in, they had a second plate with rice and a cup of a savory dipping sauce that probably had soy sauce, black bean paste and some other Chinese secret spices. This must have been on jumbo duck as there was a lot of food here. So much so that she had lunch the next day with the leftovers. Great dish No. 1 Wok!

Great Food, Great Prices
We’re always looking to try a new Chinese restaurant and found this one yesterday. Located just down from Muscle Car City, this place looks like all the other strip mall Chinese eateries. A few tables for dine in, a counter over which hangs the ever popular photos of Chinese dishes and an open view of the cooking area. They actually advertise themselves as ‘Chinese N Thai” and their menu is quite expansive. There is a wide variety of Lunch Specials, priced from $8.79 to $9.49 that include either a can of soda or an egg roll, and pork fried rice. My wife ordered the Chicken with Mixed Vegetables with a can of soda for $8.79. I ordered a Large Hot and Sour Soup, not a Lunch special, but priced well at $6.29 for a quart, $3.99 for a pint. Everything is made fresh and their take-out lunch business is brisk so we had maybe a ten minute wait. We did eat in. My wife’s lunch was packaged in a large foam box that most restaurants offer for left over take homes. The box was full, about 1/3 pork fried rice and the rest was the chicken and veggies in a whitish sauce, steaming hot. Loaded with chicken and a nice variety of crisp cooked veggies. My wife really enjoyed it and ate the whole thing. My soup was outstanding! Dark and silky, loaded with tofu, celery, carrot, mushrooms, and who knows what else, and I think the best flavor I’ve ever had. Not too vinegary sour, not too loaded with pepper flakes and I think I detected some ginger and maybe a little sugar. And I’m surprised the container didn’t melt as the temperature of the soup had to be just shy of boiling. The soup was accompanied with a bag of crispy fried won-ton strips that I like to drop into the soup while I’m eating. As planned, I ate half and brought home the rest to enjoy again today for lunch. We did see that they had duck dishes on the menu and the very personable gentleman at the counter told us the duck dishes were quite popular. There are nine other soups to try also. They have a good website and are not afraid to post their prices. We’re going back for sure!“

“Their CHEF IS AMAZING. He is definitely a five-star CHEF! Every meal I have ever eaten from F.M. Dons has been "THE BEST OF THE BEST." I DEEPLY THANK HIM FOR EVERY WONDERFUL MEAL I HAVE EVER BEEN BLESSED TO HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE TO EAT THAT HE SO EXPERTLY PREPARED. I wish I could afford to take him home AND KEEP HIM. LOL THANK YOU CHEF FOR SHARING YOUR TALENTS AND EXPERTISE IN THE CULINARY WORLD WITH US. AALIENLADY“

“I remember going to la Esperanza when they had their original restaurant in downtown Punta Gorda. Juan’s parents owned it and now Juan has a place of his own. Glad to be able to support him and his restaurant!!“

“The pizza was the best I have eaten in 22 years!!“

“We eat there often. Great views and good food. Our service from Alex is always the best. She is very attentive and never lets your drinks get empty. Highly recommend the Brewhouse“

“I've been coming here often for many years. The food is always fresh and amazing, and I particularly enjoy the range of botanicals and oils available for purchase. There are numerous items focused on promoting health and well-being.“

“The staff is so friendly and the food tastes great. I’ve eaten here several times and have never been disappointed. A few servers I’ve had really stand out. Ari and Michele do a great job. Bartenders are very attentive too if you end up there as I have a few times. The captains chowder is the best way to start your meal. The view is a nice plus as well.“

“Golden Corral Punta Gorda 5-18-24: Stopped by for dinner at 4:30ish and this place was packed. The parking lot was full and once inside the right side of all the tables were occupied. This place was clean and everything around the food areas were also clean. I have been to this place a couple times as my dad who is 92 loves this buffet and all the food choices. The main food bar is packed with all kinds of food items to choose from. To start at one end is Steak, Mushrooms, Onions & Peppers, Onion Rings, Ribs, Meat Loaf, Fried Shrimp, Chicken Wings, Fried Chicken, Bourbon Street Chicken, Pot Pie, Fried or baked Fish, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Macaroni & Cheese, Rolls, Baked Potatoes, all kinds of vegetables this is just to name a few. On the Taco bar there is Taco Meat, Shells and all the fixings to make any kind of tacos you want. Now the salad bar is packed with all kinds of fruit, and they also have crab salad. There is so much to choose from and too much to name. The desert bar has all kinds of cakes and pies plus ice cream and some fixings for that. I use to get pie and bread pudding for dessert, it was so good. I don’t care for the ice cream but others in my party loved it. I got the steak for the main course, and they will do it how you like it. The Steak was good, not too tough, and not too chewy, it was large enough. I always get the Fried Shrimp and Mashed Potatoes and they both were good and hot. I make sure I get some Pot Pie as it reminds me of back home. It was hot, full of Chicken and very good. I end up with the crab salad now its imitation crab but its good enough for me as I try to stay away from deserts. This place has never disappointed me as far as the quantity of food they have. It is a buffet and if you want a 5 diamond or Michelin star restaurant this may not be the place for you. If you want a large selection of food and food that is tasty this may be just the place for you. I say try it and draw your own conclusion. I give this place 4 stars out of 5 just for the selection alone. I know we will be back soon. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ See You At My Next Adventure… Gulf Coast Terry“

“Eating outdoors, seafood, the sushi, fish and chips.“