50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Columbia

“Love this place - the setting, the warmth of the cozy seating areas inside by a fireplace. Large bar to sit at as well and outdoor seating. This place has Huge Potential!! They have a 'speakeasy' in the basement - clever! When we went, for opening evening, Rogers & Nienhaus played and they were great! Seating space at that time - left a lot to be desired but it was their Opening, so cutting slack.
I've been there 5-6 times since. Every time Rogers & Nienhaus plays and for other occasions - get together with friends in the Waterloo/Columbia area.
The staff are friendly, offer suggestions for drinks. I don't remember the name of the 'martini' I got a couple Sunday's ago but It Was Delicious!! included an edible flower, that extra special touch! Music was great!
The one not so good thing - - every time I've been there, they had very little to no food. Now, to their defense, this past weekend, they had a food truck scheduled and that truck did Not Show Up!
We did get the charcuterie Board and it was very good but we lucked out in getting the last one - Lots of cheese, meats, crackers and a bit of fruit, definitely a good choice.
I have a friend's son having their wedding and their reception in the near future, so, looking forward to how that goes and will let you know. The space looks inviting and open. Lots of potential for a variety of events. The views to the back and side are beautiful! Countryside and fields.
Hoping they bring R&N back to entertain as well as other 'smaller' bands -in the bar area.
And last but definitely not least - the bourbon I had was smooth!!! I'd recommend you give that and the space a try!“

“I recommend Cafe on the Abbey for anyone any day of the week! Breakfast or Lunch! The food, the service, the atmosphere is excellent. My favorite is the vegan and gluten friendly items that their baker Amanda makes!!! She makes the best cakes ever for any occasion and bakes the best Gluten Free cake around!!! Check them out!!“

“Great food! Love the Yum Woon Sen!!“

“We are full-time RVers who, while traveling around the US, are in search of the best cheeseburger and have a rating system of The Best (only 1 rated), Very Good, Good, OK, and Not Impressed. While at our home base in Southern Illinois, we were in the Columbia, IL, area and Googled “hamburger restaurants.” We saw Washy’s Pub had good burger reviews, so decided to give them a try for lunch. Washy’s has a simple bar atmosphere with about a dozen tables. We ordered their Classic burger with me having American cheese and my wife pepperjack. We also requested lettuce, pickles, and sliced onions. The handmade patties were about 10 oz (good sized), nicely seasoned, cooked to order, charbroiled, and served on a nicely-toast fresh bun. I had their skinny-style battered fries and my wife had onion rings. The burgers came out hot and were super tasty due the meat seasoning. We’re not sure what seasoning they used, but it worked! My wife’s burger was just a tiny bit better than mine due the pepperjack they use. The fries and onion rings were among the best we’ve had as well. We rated the burgers (even without a special sauce), fries, and onion rings Very Good. The service was also top notch.“

“Hands down the best casual eating experience. The friendly owner all the way to service and atmosphere. This is not a hidden gem. It is a local and community family friendly restaurant. If the weather is permitting I highly recommend the patio“

“Domino's is still the best pizza around! They always make a good consistent hot pizza delivered fast!“

“Food was excellent, service was great! Our bartender was awesome!“

“Good Bibimbap always satisfying!“

“I always seem to get the Beef Brisket which is the best that I've ever had. The sides are delicious. The service was great and they seem to really care about our experience. We are always referring them to friends and others looking for Great BBQ.“

“Best pork steaks around! Super friendly staff and perfect portion sizes!“

“Great burgers! I LOVED my TriPPPy burger which has a pineapple chutney and bacon jam. You will want extra napkins with that one.? My husband built his own burger to get just what he wanted and enjoyed his burger. They also have veggie options, but these carnivores did not explore them.“

“Great beer and friendly service“

“First time going and loved the vibe/decore!!! Met the owner and so enjoyed her and the hospitality!!! Definitely will be going back!! The food/drinks/music was so enjoyable!!!“

“Wow! I was impressed tonight. Stubborn German Brewing has a wide range of styles. With variable ABV's. I definitely liked the 8oz and 16oz options. The 8oz versions allowed me to explore more of what they had to offer. Prices are very affordable. The lady on staff tonight was on point. Exceptional. Very good. Nothing but positive praise for her service.“

“If you're looking for top-notch sushi with the friendliest owners in St. Louis, look no further than Sushi Hana in Affton! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with warmth by the owners, who run the place with incredible passion and energy. They truly make you feel like family, and their dedication shines through in every single detail. The sushi itself is always incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor—you can tell they put so much care into each piece, never cutting corners. Whether it's a classic roll or a special, everything is made with precision and artistry. It's a cozy, cute spot with a wonderful atmosphere, perfect for a date night or just a fantastic meal out. Don't let the unassuming exterior fool you; this is a true hidden gem and my go-to spot for amazing sushi and unbeatable service. Highly, highly recommend!“

“My family has been using Federhofer’s Bakery for years, so there was no question that I had to use them for my wedding cake! They absolutely exceeded every expectation.

I have truly never seen so many people eating wedding cake, and I definitely have never heard so many compliments and praises about a cake as I did on our wedding day! Our guests could not stop talking about how delicious it was.

The cake was beautiful, tasted incredible, and was everything we could have hoped for. There’s a reason my family has trusted Federhofer’s for so many years, and having them be a part of our wedding day made it even more special. I cannot recommend them enough!“

“Cellar House is my favorite restaurant in South County by a wiiiiide margin! I try to stop in at least once every couple of months and make it my business to always attend their pop-up dining events. Cellar House features an ever-evolving seasonal menu with new offerings every quarter as well as menu staples that never get old. The Tuna Sliders are an entree favorite of mine and the goat cheese and brussel sprouts appetizers never disappoint. The flatbreads are always creative and flavorful as well. For dessert I’m always ordering the bread pudding if it’s on the menu!

Though the food is fabulous I’m a sucker for their creative cocktail selections and no matter what I choose it doesn’t seem like they can mix a bad one. I particularly love their bourbon and mezcal cocktails. And during the holiday pop-up there’s always a flaming drink to be had. I’m a sucker for an aromatic herb smoke to accompany my cocktail.

Finally, we have to talk about the staff. The servers, bartenders, and hosts are never anything but kind, warm, and helpful. Shout out to Jose for being the absolute best as well. And of course the owner is almost always present to welcome diners and is himself just such a sweet person. If you dine here you’ll be made to feel like family and the entire atmosphere is so inviting and comfortable.“

“We just left and had an amazing experience!!! From the food, to the server and the young man clearing our plates. Absolutely wonderful!!! Will definitely be back again - very soon!“

“I used to go here once sometimes twice a week when I lived in town while I was a traveling nurse. As someone who’s lived all over the country this is by far one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve ever been to, and great service! Keep up the good work!! Much love from Maine!“

“Best in town! Absolutely delicious food!l Like family ♥️🇲🇽“

“Great food, great people, great atmosphere.“

“We wanted to let you know, we been coming at lease once a month. No matter what we order it has been good. The service and the way y'all work together to help the customer is great. hats off to the kitchen and the other staff for great job.“

“If you haven’t tried Terry’s tacos, you are missing out! They are awesome! Especially liked the chips.👍“

“This was such a nice quiet place tucked away. The meal pictured was just 1 meal we split in half between the two of us. So it's safe to say they don't skimp on the portions. Our wait staff was very friendly and quick with our service. Would very much recommend this for those looking for a smaller town/mom and pop type atmosphere.“

“Amazing food, atmosphere, service, great quality and quantity for what you pay for and the dessert section is huge! My new favorite place“

“Enjoyed Sunday Brunch!!!!“

“Grilled ham and cheese was fantastic. Nice thick ham!!! Wife had the chili dog especially liked that it was cut in half and grilled then chili added!!! Our kid devoured the grilled cheese and my mom loved the frito pie!!! Whenever we are in the area we will stop in again!! Staff very accommodating and friendly!!!!“

“Amazing food - best Persian-style cuisine in STL so far and some of the best anywhere we've traveled. Saffron chicken kebab was beyond tender and so flavorful. Their version of biryani was delicious, too, and the gyro was solid. The sambosas were a great starter, and even the fries that came with the gyro were good. We'll be back to try more dishes soon!“

“Watched a group of ladies at a birthday so upset with the purse glass that they couldn’t keep it. so if they review I just want to say that this is the best mexican restaurant around and the staff are always SOO friendly and I am so sorry for that Karen and her friends🤷‍♂️“

“Wow wow wow!! Their food is incredible & the prices are great! I don’t get Mexican food often but when I do , I’ll drive the 45 minutes to get Taco Wey & Grill ❣️✨“

“The food was delicious and a nice atmosphere. We had pulled pork and smoked turkey - so good!“

“We ordered the Cowboy and the BBQ Chicken. They were made fresh in front of us. They were delicious. We had out of town guests. They were thrilled at the excellent taste. We also received a military discount!! We love Papa Murphy’s!❤️👏“

“Everything here was amazing. On a Sunday morning, they seem to quickly get people in and out. The food was quick and amazing flavor. Everything we had from the breakfast sandwich to the fresh fruit that included bananas, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries amd strawberries was outstanding.
We will definitely be back. The only suggestion is for bigger cups or have someone constantly refreshing coffee. That is the only ding on service as people are hustling and bustling.“

“Landon provided excellent service! He was friendly, helpful, and made sure everything was great throughout the meal. He made the experience enjoyable and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. Landon is a great employee, and I would definitely recommend this restaurant because of his outstanding service!“

“First time was a couple months ago. Why in the world it took me so long to try it i dunno. It was the best pizza in the area (& beyond) I've had in a long while. So very kind and fun to talk with. Reminds me of the way it used to be at pizza places. (I don't normally review - thaz how yummy)“

“The food was authentic and delicious the service was friendly and inviting the atmosphere was clean and very pleasant I will be going back tomorrow the food was great I thank them for the kind and dependably environment I recommend to others“

“Absolutely amazing food!!!“

“I grew up going to Montebello’s. Last night I went back to check it out after many years away. It did not disappoint. The new owners have kept all of the vintage charm but added a brighter, lighter ambiance. The food had all my old favorites, especially the T-Ravs and pizza. There were several new additions that I will try on a return visit. Good job Tanya!“

“This Waffle House on Telegraph Road was fantastic! The service was incredibly fast—our food came out so quickly that it felt like it arrived almost before we finished ordering. Everything was hot, fresh, and exactly what we were craving.

Our server was attentive from start to finish, making sure our drinks stayed filled and that we had all the condiments we needed. It was clear the team was focused on providing great customer service.

I also noticed several managers outside actively beautifying the property, trimming trees and taking pride in maintaining the restaurant's appearance. That level of care really stood out.

If you're looking for hot food served fast with friendly, attentive service, this Waffle House is definitely the place to be. We'll be back!“

“Quesoburrias Tacos are 🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“My sister and I heard about this place and we both tried the jack salmon dinner. It was excellent!!! good size fish and plenty of sides to choose from. We will definitely be coming back. I would highly recommend this place to all my friends.“

“Love the food and matcha!“

“Great staff and great food!!!“

“the Monday- Friday bartender for sure! Best in Soco! Go do some day drinking with Lisa!“

“I have been messaging back and forth with the owner for over a month to plan my daughters graduation party. We did a Sunday, so we had the entire place for just our private event. There was a heat index of 118+ that day so the AC had some trouble keeping up and I do know other restaurants in the area had to close down because of AC issues. Even with all that, the team had reached out to an HVAC company right away. The amazing staff immediately brought out large fans and had ice waters poured and ready to go for when guests arrived. Patti, Amy, and Parker all asked me several times if they could help me set up my own decorations- the restaurant itself already was set up for my party and looked amazing. There was excellent communication throughout the event. The food was delicious, and the service was top notch. Most of all, my daughter loved it. We come in about 2X a month usually so I was comfortable hosting the party here. I am glad I did. We will definitely do this again for other events. Huge thanks to Amy, Patti, Parker, and Colleen! Also worth noting, for a catered event, the price was extremely fair! Sorry no pics of the food...but the sandwiches, pretzels, wings especially, T Ravs, and salad were ALL delicious!“

“I ordered spaghetti and meatballs and a glass of wine. The waitress was very friendly and attentive and my food and drink arrived within mere minutes. The red wine was an ok table wine, while the spaghetti arrived piping hot. The two large meatballs were very flavorful and the sauce on the fine spaghetti noodles was slightly flat. In my opinion it needed a bit more salt which I simply added myself. Overall the meal was enjoyable and the price was very reasonable. The portion was large so I brought half home for lunch the next day. My only criticism would be the atmosphere. It was too dark where I was sitting; I'm not a fan of eating by candlelight. I feel that dark dining vibe is a bit outdated.“

“Everyone was very nice and worked hard to make our group at home and the food was very good!“

“Starting off, hostess Emma was so friendly and accommodating for our group, quickly getting us seated and squared away with our server. Food portions were big and priced right.

We will hopefully be back soon, mostly for the welcoming faces who took care of us.“

“Great Mexican Foods coming here for years margaritas are fabulous“

“This place was amazing. They immediately sat our last minute party of twelve, the food was impeccable, and the service even better. Definitely recommend.“