50 Best Vegan Restaurants near Riverdale Park

“Closest thing to authentic Texas style bbq in the DMV area. I had the opportunity to try most of the menu. Here’s what I ate.

•Smoked Spicy Sausage- Good. spice hits afterwards.
•Smoked sausage- nice hickory flavored.
•Prime Brisket- moist! Simple seasoning. Nice smoke ring and very tender.
•Spare Ribs- the seasoning makes it flavorful. Tender.
•Dino Ribs- Massive! This can be a meal by itself.
•Smoked Turkey- Tender and juicy. Bland in flavor.
•Mac & Cheese- I had low expectations but they beyond exceed them. Nice, creamy, cheesy and seasoned well.
•Brisket Beans- This has a kick to it due to the jalapeños. Too soupy for my liking.
•Roasted Veggies (red onion, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes) - Good.
•Potato Salad (mustard based)- Heavy mustard taste but it’s advertised as mustard based. Lack spices.
•Cornbread- good
•Smoked Cheese Ball- Interesting concept. Not bad.
•Banana Pudding- Good.

4.4 out 5 stars. Amazing customer service for a casual dining experience. Staff checks in frequently with diners to ensure they’re enjoying the meal.

Vegetarian options: Roasted veggies maybe the only thing close to vegetarian to vegan.

Kid-friendliness: Yes. Infants to adolescents are welcome here.

Wheelchair accessibility: Limited. Easy for outdoor dining but indoor dining is tight for wheelchair access and the picnic tables and hightop tables make it hard for individuals to dine at.“

“I have been here three times in the last week. The first visit I got Sonny’s and Sons chicken sandwich which was amazing. The chicken was cooked perfectly. The spice was perfect with the ranch dressing on the side. I loved the picked on it and the fries also delicious. I also got Mr. Baked cupcakes. They are delicious, I tried sweet potato and vanilla. The next time I went I got the sushi place which was delicious I highly recommend also. I forgot the exact roll I got it assume they are all as good. I got Mr. Baked again and the red velvet and sweet potato. The sweet potato is probably my favorite they sell. But I am excited to try the seasonal ones next week. The most recent time I got the Taqueria place which was delicious. I had steak tacos and queso both had so much flavor. I highly recommend coming here and enjoying their delicious food. Use the code ELLI20 for 20% off also.“

“Its in a co op or cloud kitchen you order online and they bring it to your table. They also have a bar thats playing great country music. Enjoyed my burger with onion ring inside and the special sauce was nice. Delicious frys. Banana pudding was yummy too.“

“Only one word describes this cafe: FRESH!!!! Practically every meal is made from scratch from Biscuits to Bugolgi. Excellent fusion of American, Korean, and Central American cafe style coffees and sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Try one and you are hooked.“

“The best taco spot around.“

“Food was really delicious, Friendly staff good environment. Loved it 😍“

“This location is in a busy area but has ample lot and street parking. The staff was friendly knowledgeable about options that didn't include pork and immediately offered to use fresh tools to accommodate me. It's was clean and had a nice amount of seating available.

Dietary restrictions: There are gluten-free and cauliflower crusts options, lots of veggie topping and beef and chicken proteins if you don't eat pork. You can build a salad on a pizza crust or in a bowl and add seasoning at your request. I did not see a meatless protein option but I might have just missed it. They will use fresh tools to avoid cross contamination, just ask.

Kid-friendliness: They have a kid's meal option and the counter is low enough that kids about 5 and up can see their pizza being made and definitely if you pick them up. The line moves quickly when they are busy but they are very kind to newcomers“

“Nice place! Good service good food. Nice riverdale park location“

“A truly wonderful Tapas bar in Riverdale (town) right next to College Park, Maryland. The vibe is easy and cute but with a serious bar and nice wine selection. The food was innovative, hot and fresh and not a single bad bite, es muy delicioso!! The staff was warm, friendly, attentive and helpful and this delightful little spot is not a place to miss!!“

“Great waiter- delicious food, unique and cooked perfect! Music and vibes were very very fun!!!“

“Great food and excellent service. John was fantastic. 100% recommend“

“I am so glad I found out about this place! The only plant-based restaurant in the entire DMV area with a Michelin star. We had the 14-course tasting menu. Happycow only allows 9 photos, so I can't upload the whole meal but I wish I could! The menu has four "acts". It began with prickly pear/tajin candies with edible rice paper wrappers. Then a hot cocoa with rum. Then 5 types of arepas (pictured) with 3 different dips... the cashew sour cream was sublime! That was the opening act. First act included the yuba, celery root, and black bean mole on a crisp (pictured), that has been posted elsewhere as it's on top of a glass box with money in it. Referring as an offering to ancestors. The next course was a delicious soup with fava beans and plantains, the recipe of the executive chef's grandmother. Then a watermelon, carrot, and avocado dish (pictured). I am not usually a watermelon fan but this type was good. Second act included coconut ceviche, a small bite with heart of palm and seaweed and tomato (pictured), and a main dish of roasted beet with wild rice and black truffle (pictured). Also a black bean tamale with trumpet mushroom (pictured, though the mushroom was way too salty - my only complaint of the entire meal). Third act included a melon, parsnip, and basil snack, a dessert with cherry and mochi (pictured, tribute to the DC cherry blossom trees), and a candy made of dulce de leche. We finished with a mango sorbet as it was a special occasion (off-menu). I had the tequila flight (very slowly throughout the meal), which complemented each dish. My partner, who is not a vegan, said it was the best meal she's ever had in the DMV area, ever! We got to talk to the owner/chef. All the servers were very gracious and happy to hear how much we loved the food. Plus, we met celebrity chef Pati Jinich, who was there seated at the table next to us and very kind when we thought we recognized her as someone we knew, but in reality we had seen her on TV! Just a coincidence that she was there. All the dishes are Latin inspired from all different countries in central and south America. Overall an unforgettable experience. Tasting menu was $150 per person when we went in April 2025, plus tax/tip etc. You won't regret going there! Updated from previous review on 2025-04-20“

“The environment is great, the menu is very diverse, and seemingly commonplace dishes manage to be innovative in flavor“

“Brunch is amazing. Bottomless margaritas and the churros are excellent!“

“All of my experiences at L’Ardente have been phenomenal. The food, the atmosphere, and the service are all top notch!!!“

“This popular restaurant was quite busy when we went. The menu, same as the other Plantas, offered a lot. We had the Queso Fundido, which was great, but oily. The Tres Leches dessert was exceptionally good. The only drawback to the restaurant was that it was extremely noisy, This may have to do with when we went, late on a weekend.“

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“BRING BACK THE CEVICHE DE PULPO PLEASE!!!!“

“The best vegan dining experience I’ve ever had, and “I’ve been around the block”. From the time I walked in the door and was greeted by the hostess, from the server, the sommelier, the food, ambiance- everything was perfect. The food was unique, and delicious. (even my non vegan friend loved it) however, the presentation and service is what put the cherry on top. Just a one of a kind dining experience that will be very hard to top.“

“A thoughtful shared plates experience. We followed the wise recommendations of our server and were rewarded. Nice spot. Excellent yet not pretentious.“

“get some. eat it. tell friends. YUM!“

“Finding a Filipino restaurant isn’t easy. So learning about Purple Patch thru Jo Koy—has ended this search! Literally, Filipino cuisine heaven! The restaurant is uniquely decorated, the staff were friendly, & the food hit that major comfort button for us! Thank you Zahara for being so sweet & a wonderful waitress. We can’t wait to come back for more!“

“Amazing! The sushi tasting menu was exceptional and filling! Delicious and whimsical cocktails. Bar in the back, very hip and chic workout being pretentious. Wagyu beef skewers from the bar was one of the best things I’ve ever had. All the skewers were amazing and the fried chicken and other bar snacks are classic bar foods, but way elevated- can not wait for the rest of the space to open!“

“Amazing cocktails and wonderful cuisine! Cool atmosphere and timely reservations!“

“Agora DC made my husband’s surprise birthday dinner party one to remember! From the superior customer service and professionalism of their special events management team, including Tsednia Abay, to the Michelin Star-worthy food and service, no detail was left untouched. Thank you to your entire team!😍“

“We had an early dinner before attending a performance at the Ford’s Theater. We made reservations through Open Table and were immediately seated upon arrival. The service was great. Our server recommended several dishes that we loved. There were abundant vegan and vegetarian options. Chilorio de Res tacos were mouthwatering as were the Hongos en Milto ones. In fact, every dish we ordered was delicious. One dish (chilaquiles) never arrived from the kitchen but we were pressed for time so we opted to have it taken off our bill instead of waiting for them to prepare it separately. Dessert, Cafe de Olla, was phenomenal. Pics are only some of the items we tried. Great atmosphere for date night and a milestone birthday celebration. Highly recommend.“

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“Yum yum Fantastic food and great service Highly recommend“

“Albi is exceptional! Such a great evening with amazing food. The only, and very small, issue we had was the volume in the restaurant. We had a hard time hearing the server a few times. Nonetheless the food was fantastic and the wine pairing really topped the evening off.“

“Incredible Tour of the World menu!“

“I’ve been searching for a consistently good Indian spot that has all the essentials without being overpriced or too fancy for years and this place definitely hit all the marks. The Lamb Saag and garlic naan was so good and perfectly spicy. The mango lassi and vegetable samosas were also exactly what I needed. This will for sure be my go to Indian food spot moving forward. Great job guys.“

“Excellent Pizza🤌🏼Had a slice to go in a hurry and had to go back in to grab two pizzas to go.Honestly can say best pizza I’ve had since New Jersey ! Glad I found the place .“

“My time with Milk & Honey has always been a great one Jordan always has wonderful energy, greeting me with a smile every time I come in to sit at the bar. The rest of the team is amazing as well, from since of humor to all of their amazing personalities. Love the general manager does an Amazing job at leading her team for a successful shift weather it be slow or crazy busy, I’m so happy to have this place to come to and let my hair down.“

“Qunyh is the best! So helpful and kind, all her recommendations were absolutely fantastic. Her service was quick and the food wonderful. And with celiacs disease very knowledgeable of the menu

Dietary restrictions: celiacs disease“

“Such a fun experience during our trip to DC. All the items we choose were outstanding and different . It was the highlight of our rainy day .“

“Must have the Mochi fantastic“

“After finding out about this restaurant months ago, I have DREAMT of eating here. My birthday was the PERFECT time to go here! I was welcomed by staff and had an accommodated menu for those who are GF or allergic to wheat like me. I got to try the General D’s Cauliflower dish, and OH MY GOSH! I downed that dish because that was the most delicious thing I’ve had all weekend…the sweet chili really brought everything together; the breaded cauliflower was the star of the entire dish! For dessert, I had the matcha cheesecake, and it was heaven in my mouth! What made it even more special, the staff brought it out with a sparkler, making it a highlight of my birthday dinner! I’m definitely coming back to try other GF dishes, along trying out other PLANTA locations within the DMV! THANK YOU PLANTA QUEEN FOR MAKING MY BIRTHDAY SPECIAL!!! Y’ALL ARE AMAZING!!! 🤍“

“Honestly thee best raw vegan food I have ever tasted . My favorite right now is the Live burger entree with arugula salad and plantains. For dessert I love their doughnuts OMG so delicious . Anything you try is mouthwatering and absolutely amazing. You can taste the love they put into the food . I travel and hour from Baltimore to Cane &Coconut . I give them 10 stars .Wonderful music and good energy. They are knowledgeable about the nutrients amd benefits of all dishes. I love y’all ❤️“

“Lamb chops steak is delicious! The fried potatoes were delicious! Brusselsprouts with fruit jam sweet and appetizing! His family's Pitabread can continue indefinitely“

“An amazing dining experience!“

“Great food great service!“

“Food was absolutely amazing and our waiter- Tyren was even more amazing! He made our visit top notch! If I could give all the stars for him!!“

“Fun night for two out of towners! Food was amazing and the staff were incredibly friendly, even though we’re two or three times their ages and not cool at all! ;)“

“Good and service was exemplary“

“Absolutely delicious, flavorful dishes, friendly helpful service, and a calm place to be. Stopped in for dinner and chose the 4-meat 4-veggie platter. Highly recommended!

Vegetarian options: Appetizers were lentil samosas (sp?) - incredible flavor; I should have gotten an order to go.“

“Everything was perfect! I would recommend this place“

“5 stars isn't enough!! From the moment we walked in until the end of our night we were satisfied. The decorations, food, and service was amazing! They even offered me a quiet place to pray :). Give this place a try-trust me (portions may seem small, but it was very filling- we ordered the bowl of fries, which came with a delicious sauce, CROQUETTES, fish burger, beef burger, and gnocchi pomodoro. It felt like we were in nyc enjoy :)“

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“Amazing dishes. Chive cakes, marigold, Laos wine, the butterfly and hummingbird were delicious. The presentation on the pla tong ma was almost as good as the flavor. Aim helped us choose our dishes and provided excellent service.“

“Wow! Probably one of my new favorite spots in DC! Literally everything we tried was phenomenal - and I think these are the best fries I've had in DC! I got Madam VP Heritage, and my husband got the Mumbai Mariachi. Our kids got the Classique Grilled Cheese, which was delicious (I want to know what bread they used) and perfectly balanced with the ham and Swiss. We finished our meal with the alfajores, which I didn't get a photo of because we gobbled them up. But I was incredibly impressed with the food and service. Reasonably priced (especially for where it's located), bright and airy. It is a bit small, so it would be difficult to accommodate a large group, but there's plenty of seating, and there were several folks here reading and just hanging out on a Friday mid day. I can't recommend this spot enough - as a gastroadvocacy spot, it was already intriguing enough, and the diverse (and changing) menu is exceptionally executed! Excited to come back and try more things on the menu - with a side of fries!

Vegetarian options: There are very clearly labeled vegetarian and vegan options. It's not an extensive selection, but they are delicious!

Parking: It's definitely in a difficult area to find parking since it's in the heart of the city and close to many tourist attractions.

Kid-friendliness: There is no kids menu, but it's reasonably kid friendly otherwise. Our kids really enjoyed the grilled cheese and fries and cookies. May not be suitable for children who are very picky.“