31 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Punta Gorda

“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.“

“The Best Burger 🍔 in Town“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Absolutely delicious great atmosphere live music“

“This place is on a little corner of a small shopping center. It's small, but very friendly. The owners are awesome. They even remember your favorite meal after the 1st time you've been there. The food is great! The prices are adequate. More options for kids should be added, but overall, this is a great place to go for sushi.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is wheelchair accessibility.“

“I enjoyed my experience. Waitress "Sue" was on the ball .very attentive. Food TASTED DELICIOUS. I been back 2x after first visit , realize maybe I was in a dream world the first time I went. The second and third time wasn't so great. What's the building needs to upgrade the bathrooms really need work. The timer service from time of ordering wasn't so great the second and third time. Even had to ask for a refill for my cup of coffee. Probably because I didn't have my original waitress from the first time.“

“The owner and staff are some of the nicest, most accommodating people I have ever met! They were so great with my two year old. Their food was absolutely phenomenal as well! Will definitely be a regular patron now. Couldn’t recommend them enough!“

“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!!!“

“Awesome food and great service“

“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.“

“Easy to park and shop. Great variety!“

“Fantastic food and super friendly service.“

“I have to say I’m never disappointed with your pizza. If it’s out there you put it on a pizza. Love love your slices.“

“The food and service were both great. We had Christina and she was a great server.“

“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!!“

“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 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.😥“

“Great food at reasonable prices. I always get takeout. The restaurant really isn't a place I'd want to sit and eat a meal, and I wouldn't recommend eating there. However, the food is still piping hot when I pick it up and get home, and quite tasty.“

“We drove over 2 hours to find out if their blue crabs were any good. They did not disappoint. I had the all you can eat for $45. I was expecting a lot of smalls but these were all at least mediums. These guys were all packed with meat...HEAVY! They came out steaming hot. Most Florida restaurants boil their crab which I'll eat but are a yucky mess. I did not have a single watery crab! I had asked for crab soup to take home to my son but they had just run out. The server offered to send me home with a bag of crabs (8) for $5. These were wonderful as well and I was able to make him soup loaded with crab meat. For you landlubbers, they do have other options. My husband's burger was very good. I thought the service was great without being over bearing. Our server always magically appeared before or as we needed something. Yes, I will be back and I highly recommend checking them out!!“

“Ordered from here for the past 13 plus years and still love ordering from them!“

“Food is always very good, I know inflation is a factor but paying more and getting less doesn’t seem like the way to go. Gonna try a new place next time even those this one have been my go to for a while. Disappointed in the price verse portion - we spent $42 two people eating not a drop left over ( never the case)“

“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“

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

“I drove from Clearwater (100 miles) to try the AYCE Blue Crab ? last night and was extremely satisfied with the service and the food! The crabs were cooked to perfection and the waitress checked on me quite often for refills! I will be back for sure!“

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

“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“