50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Rockville

“I got myself a yummy lunch this week. I love the fresh ingredients and amazing flavors. I love that I can eat meatless and still feel satisfied and full. I highly recommend this gem of a place.“

“Thought I’d go by and give them a try today ,I ordered several different ones to see what was good and I must say the food was delicious and fresh! Can’t go wrong with any of them .Highly recommend!“

“Authentic Indian cuisine served with care—RASA never misses. A flavorful escape right in the neighborhood.“

“Came in on a hot day (July 2025). Loved the noodles, ease of ordering on the monitors and good seating to work thru lunch break. The customer service was 12 out of 10. All the workers were friendly and attentive. They greeted everyone, cleaned up after each guest, and asked every customer how they were doing and if they needed anything. Kudos to the ladies in the kitchen. I do think the AC is broken so it can’t be easy. There were also no bathrooms so I wasn’t able to wash my hands.“

“Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge is always a solid choice with many excellent menu choices, refreshed every season, very good service, and a beautiful space. Everything was very good from our arrival experience to ambiance, service, and food quality. 🎉🎉🎉“

“love it here! great asian options in a comfy location!“

“First time here! Love this place!“

“This restaurant has been in business for many years, which proves the quality of the food is very good. I always take my grandmother here to eat because they have many vegetarian dishes. The interior and atmosphere aren't very appealing, but be polite because all the staff are elderly.“

“I HIGHLY RECOMMEND St. Veg because of the food, the ambiance and service!“

“Little café, located at the front of the shop which serves reasonably priced hearty meals, which are easy to do substitutions for to make gluten-free.

Seating is limited, but it’s easy to take the food outside and eat it there.

Vegetarian options: Vegan menu with lots of gluten-free options.

Dietary restrictions: Great assortment of vegan food, which is easy to make gluten-free if the dish isn’t already gluten-free.“

“i love this place! Great vibes, such a wonderful aura. Eli took care of my party's every need. So professional! 10/10 will definitely be back!“

“The staff is very friendly great place to just have some family time and enjoy great food“

“Awesome“

“Everything so delicious here. Feel like I am in Thailand. อร่อยทุกอย่างเลยค่ะ เหมือนอยู่เมืองไทย ขอบคุณพี่ไก่ ที่พามาทานค่ะ ❤️“

“Always the best food and the family that runs this restaurant is amazing. We like going places where you feel appreciated as a customer.“

“I had a wonderful experience at this Indian restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious, full of authentic flavors, and freshly made. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and their service made the visit even better. The place has a warm and comfortable atmosphere too. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to others!“

“Want a New York deli without having to go to New York? Beanbag is your place. The moment I walked in, I thought that was in Queens, New York, and I thought the Owner, Mitchell, was also from New York, But he wasn’t. He’s a local guy that had a few mentors in the deli industry, and he learned well.
Come here, support a Local business with really great service, a really good vibe, and most of all great food.“

“When you are down in DC please visit great food“

“The flavors are unique and delicious! There were so many options to choose from but the coconut was my personal favorite !“

“Great food Butter chicken was particularly good“

“We’ve been going to Carmen since our kids were little. The ice and custard are delicious and the service is always amazing.“

“Wow! My tastebuds went into overload! I ordered a BLT sandwich recommendation from our server (who was great!) and it was the best I’ve ever had! So juicy and unique! The onion rings are definitely over the top as well! Everything coming out of the kitchen from their soups, salads and sandwiches looked amazing! One of my new favorite spots😊“

“Awesome chicken kabob platter! Chicken was super tender and well seasoned, super tasty. One of the best I've had. Great staff and great atmosphere.

Prices are CHEAPER in person than what's on Google. Go enjoy this place!“

“This was our very first time at First Watch and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our server, Mathias, went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and taken care of. He was attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable about the menu, and made great recommendations that we loved. Mathias truly elevated our visit and set the bar high for future visits. We’ll definitely be back thanks to the excellent service he provided!“

“We love their food!! Everything we've tried, we love.“

“I have eaten here thrice before. with my colleagues. I ordered the basil fried rice with vegetable and chicken. It was bursting with fresh flavors and wonderfully intense spiciness. Everything is so clean, and the staff is friendly and efficient! We were the last ones to leave and never felt rushed or like we were being a nuisance to the staff. I had a third, wonderful experience and i highly recommend it!“

“Best fries !! Really tasty veggie burgers even my meat loving friends highly recommend this
I don't like the drinks or the sauces (except the maple mustard)
They keep it fun by giving you reward points/deals

This is inside the Whole Foods. No sit down eating space“

“This bakery is absolutely phenomenal. I haven't found a single pastry or dessert here that I don't love—there's truly something for everyone to enjoy. Everything is made fresh in-house, and I especially love the window display where you can watch the employees making cakes, rolling dough, and prepping for the next day. The staff members are always friendly, making it a wonderful experience every time.“

“VERY nice neighborhood restaurant--with good food and friendly staff and customers. Everyone nearby should come by and check them out!“

“We visited for the first time this evening, on the recommendation of a friend who’s been dining at Temari for years. Just as she told us it would be, the atmosphere was warm and cozy. Business was steady. When we left, there were two parties waiting to be seated, which for a small establishment speaks volumes. Despite being busy, the servers were engaging and attentive (always offering to clear debris and empty dishes from the table, too). The food presentation was timely and appealing. When seated, we ordered tea, which was lovely, and served in the most beautiful - possibly handmade? - mugs. I look forward to returning.“

“This is the ONLY place I go for when I am craving a good ramen with soup ! You can never go wrong with their chicken katsu or spicy bulgogi steak with their Tori shoyu soup base!! Super delicious and flavorful ! Other ramen shops don’t have this type of flavor in their broth but Maki does ! Added bonus if you get their dango for dessert ! Super yummy and chewy 10/10 for me !“

“I have ate multiple times at this restaurant and the service and food was fantastic! The food was hot and seasoned to perfectio“

“Thanks! Food was excellent!“

“First off, the waitress was so kind and attentive! Also, the portions are huge; the photo doesn’t even do it justice! I had the pork pan fried dumplings which were some of the best I’ve ever had and the Sichuan beef noodle soup which was good, but nothing spectacular. The broth was super flavorful but the noodles and beef itself were quite average. I probably won’t return for the soups, just out of personal preference towards bigger noodles, but the dumplings were delicious!“

“Best ice cream and best flavors ever!!! Ice cream is creamy and rich. A huge selection of flavors making it impossible to pick just one. Many of the usuals and tons of delicious, creative flavors. Totally tastes homemade. Nothing else in the area compares“

“My favorite things I had here were the harissa dipping sauce for the bread, and the Scallop Risotto, specifically the mushroom saffron risotto in the dish. As for the other dishes, I think everything tasted good but also nothing blew me away. I would say there are Mediterranean restaurants I like better in Bethesda and DC, but as for Rockville this might be my favorite. Therefore, I probably wouldn't go too out of my way to come here but I think it's a very nice option if you live nearby.“

“We were in the mood for some dessert and came across Grandma's Ice Cream and Waffles. I had the vegan chocolate milk shake and my friend had the vegan waffle ice cream...all topped with vegan cream. No question a 10 out of 10. So many vegan options: breakfast, lunch/dinner and desserts. Now one of my go to restaurants. Big Bruno“

“We had a great time at this restaurant! My family and I came here while staying at the Hilton and my dad has a gluten allergy and dislikes garlic and onion. The chef Armando came to our table, listened to my dad’s concerns and made him a custom meal with plain lemon caper chicken, gluten free fries and a salad. He loved it and ate it all! We all loved our dishes as well and the service was amazing. Our server Manuel was super nice and I would recommend!“

“Trader Joe’s stopped carrying their Morning Glory muffins during Covid and I have been so sad but I discovered Sunflower Bakery and theirs are amazing!!!! Thank you I am so happy!!!!!“

“We were in Gaithersburg for a soccer tournament with our son. We googled nearby Italian restaurants and stumbled upon Il pizzico. Being of Sicilian descent, I noticed they had some familiar foods you can’t just get anywhere and made a reservation. What a pleasant surprise! From the carpaccio and arancini appetizers, pasta and risotto to the gelato and cannoli desserts, everything was 5 stars. We will be back in the spring!“

“This place is the absolute BEST!!!“

“Great food, speedy excellent service, and excellent vibes. The music they play overhead is pretty loud though, but, it’s definitely a nice spot to go out w/ The family or w/ riends.“

“Delicious food. We just had our dinner delivered to the pool. Lasagna, Broccoli, Caesar Salad. The family raved about it and had 3+ servings, kids included.“

“Loved this place ❤️❤️ awesome food tasty tacos great food service“

“Latin comfort food; good beer selection; everything on the menu is excellent“

“Everything was delicious, served fresh, and authentic.

We recently moved to the area and have been on the hunt to find a go-to sushi spot. I think we found it! Portions were great, price was fair, and it felt great supporting a local business over all the chains around Rockville and Bethesda. A couple chefs and one super friendly woman serving the food.

This isn’t the place you go to for a full on dining experience with fancy/expensive cocktails. Because the majority of their business is takeout, everything was served out of to-go containers. As long as you don’t have issues with this, as we didn’t, you’ll enjoy it.

Best fried tofu I’ve had in the US.“

“My favorites are the crabcakes, bbq ribs and the coleslaw! Beautiful,welcoming atmosphere always.“

“My family has been coming here for a couple decades and we love them! Always kind service, food and cuts of sushi great as well as cooked foods for reasonable prices over the years we’ve celebrated many a birthday and casual weekend dinners here . 💙💙💙“

“You will not leave hungry. Had to wait in line for awhile“

“Chef Bismarck catered my husband’s promotion party, and the food was outrageously delicious! He worked with us to ensure guests with dietary restrictions would have plenty of menu options, and we had compliments on the food all evening long. Highly recommend Chef Bismarck!“