50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Detroit

“Cannot go to bed tonight without writing this review first. Sat at the bar and service was impeccable. Bartender/waitstaff really knew the menu well. Ordered the trout, beet salad, and gnocchi all of which were flavorful and texturally perfect. For dessert, ordered the upside down carrot cake and pavlova. Ate every last bite even though we were already full. We will be coming back and bringing friends!“

“Had the absolute best experience. I've frequented a few Michelin star restaurants and the Highlands definitely deserves one! Took my boyfriend for his birthday, and we both got different courses so combined we tried 6 dishes - the bread and butter is superb, loved the prawns, tuna crudo is fantastic, NY strip cooked to perfection. Highly recommend!!“

“Beautiful restaurant…softly lit interior with rustic brick walls…perfect for a date night! l ordered their “Ragout Alla Bolognese” and house-made bread. The bolognese was pretty good, only because it too “porky” for ME! However, the bread…oh my god. So fresh, warm, flavorful (topped with herbs), and fluffy!! Reminded me of focaccia, so delicious. Our waitress was a sweetheart as well!“

“Excellent restaurant they pay attention to detail. They are very aware of food allergies which I have a tree nut allergy and they made that very clear at the beginning and even brought out a sheet with all the ingredients and circled what dishes had tree nuts. I ordered the sirloin steak grass fed, unbelievable also had the appetizer mushroom spring roll so much flavor and taste in every bite they really use quality ingredients and very little salt. It’s hard to find restaurants that use low sodium these days. I would highly recommend eating here. The portions are a little small I will say but the quality ingredients and the prices are very reasonable. I would highly recommend any family and friends!“

“Exceptional, one of my favorite places in the world.Already on the outside there is a 'wow effect'...but what about the inside?This place not only immerses us in a sumptuous era but also brings a special atmosphere.The service is exceptional.The prices are absolutely fair, and it's great.“

“I absolutely love the local vibe at Green Dot Stables in Detroit! This place really makes you feel at home with its incredible service and friendly atmosphere. The sliders are top notch—each one is a flavor adventure. It’s clear that the staff here cares deeply about providing a great experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a taste of Detroit’s best!“

“I had a great time here last Friday night. The service from start to finish was impeccable. The Vegan menu is Great, But the Taste of the Vegan Food is incredible. Someone in the kitchen cooks the food with Love.Dietary restrictions: Vegan and Vegetarian Options.“

“Stopped in during the NFL draft weekend. Took about 5 minutes to get a table. Our server, Rebecca, was fantastic. Being as busy as they were, she had our drinks and waters on the table promptly and answered our questions about a few menu items. Went with the Truffled Bumblebee for an appetizer, which consisted of whipped ricotta, bee pollen, fig and truffle honey served with Walnut focaccia bread. Outstanding dish. Even my nephew, who is a picky eater enjoyed it. Ordered a larger pizza and it was enough to feed all three of us. Dough was good, toppings were fresh and it really tasty. Definitely recommend a visit.“

“This place has a cool atmosphere and good vibes. The food is great and there’s many choices to pick from. I really enjoy the unique Thai Classics at Bangkok 96 and the fresh made ice cream that they have. Staff is super awesome and very friendly. this place will be the spot to be at in the summertime months, enjoying both the inside and outside atmosphere“

“Best Thai meal at a restaurant I’ve had. Sensational. This place is worth the drive. I see a lot of reviews about small plates. That’s probably if you do the taste testing option. My daughter and I each ordered our own meal and the proportions were large enough to bring leftovers home. The flavors are incredible. They are deep and layered, and have the perfect spice.My daughter had the Jungle Mussels. The broth could be a meal on its own with the garlic toast to dip in it. The chicken curry (KHAO SOI ) was also the most flavorful version I’ve had. My only pause was the whole drumstick. I would have preferred smaller pieces in the broth than picking apart the chicken off the bone. The Coconut pan cake appetizer was fun and different. So delicious. My daughter had the non-alcoholic blackberry and cardamom tea. I had the Special Thai tea with rum. Both were delicious and complimented the meal well.My daughter was treated with a desert of coconut ice cream with a crumble topping and sauce. Was so good, no other ice cream desert could compare.The service was attentive and had a menu prepared for us to indicate the allergens we needed to avoid. The atmosphere was laid back and casual and tastefully decorated in a fun, modern and crisp way.Can’t wait to go back.“

“I finally had a chance to visit the highly regarded, Hudson Cafe. It was worth the wait...delicious food, outstanding service by Julian, and the atmosphere was full of good vibes. Can't wait to go back.Vegetarian options: Several vegetarian options on the menu. The chef was able to remove dairy products from my menu selection to fit my preferences.Parking: Down the block from the restaurant, there is a huge parking garage. Plenty of spaces. $12 for 2 hours, on a weekday.Kid-friendliness: We took a group of elementary school children there, and it was perfect. The servers were patient and accommodating. Now, the food orders were huge, so most of the children had to go boxes. We saw other children there with families - babies, toddlers, teens, etc.“

“Always appreciate when the menu has several vegan options and labels them clearly. Our waiter, Jacob, was excellent at making sure we were taken care of during our meal and saved me from a heart attack when he sprinted outside to hand me the laptop I’d left behind! Much appreciated!“

“This place is awesome! I've been looking to find good Carne Asada tacos ever since I've left LA and this place is one of my new go-to spots! The area outside to order with the tent is chill, and you can pick up the limes and salsa to go with the order. They give you some grilled onions to go with it, which is also very awesome.“

“Buddy's pizza is definitely at the top of Detroit style pizza. It's not overly thick and has great flavor throughout. The toppings are fresh and they let you do half and half in their large ones. The special seasoned sauce really seals the deal on the pizza and is free to add as a substitute for their original sauce. The wings were okay, but really small for the price. Probably wouldn't order those again. OThe waiter was friendly and knowledgeable and definitely helped us make informed decisions about the pizza. I would definitely recommend Buddy's and will eat there again.“

“OMG. Best pizza we have had in a very long time. I've stalked them on Facebook for awhile. We were in Detroit for training and we grabbed 2 pies on the way to our hotel. Holy crap. As close to pizza perfection as you can get. Whenever we go to another city or state, I always look up best rated pizza places so we have had a lot of good pizza. Pie-Sci is in the top 2 of all the pizza places we've had. it makes me sad that they are 3 hours away but it will become a must stop when we are near.“

“Truly fabulous food accompanied with impeccable, familiar service. The staff are friendly and professional. My family has made Giovanni's our first choice for special occasions and celebrations of all kinds along with business events for twenty years and we've always been thrilled with the way we've been treated and delighted with the delicious food and drinks. In my travels around the world I've never found anyone that tops Giovanni's and very few that come close to equalling it.. The numerous tableside visits I've had from Fran over the years were delightful icing on the cake. Dave Reid“

“I've been coming to Scotty Simpson's Fish & Chips for over 30 years & the FISH & CHIPS HASN'T CHANGE FROM BEING CRISPY AND DELICIOUS AFTER ALL THESE YRS. PLEASE STOP BY AND GIVE THEM TRY I PROMISE YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED! ?“

“Fantastic brunch. Definitely worth the wait. The staff were extremely friendly and the high quality food was quick. The Bacon Avo Omelette with their homemade biscuits was the perfect combination. Nice American diner style atmosphere. Would recommend again and again.“

“We had a great dinner experience. The many other reviews recommending the soft pretzel w/ beer cheese sauce are right on; it is one of the best pretzels ever. The burger with fries, and chicken wrap were good as well. The service was very friendly and speedy. We will definitely revisit!“

“I went on a date to this restaurant and we decided to try something different. I loved the variety of foods available, and I was especially appreciative of the vegetarian options. The presentation of the food was also really appealing, and the customer service was both fast and friendly. Additionally, the restaurant has a great atmosphere and lovely background music. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place to others.“

“Stopped in after a wonderful concert at Orchestra Hall. #herbiehancockOur seats were delightful. Inviting and cleanly. Our food was fabulous. The atmosphere lively. The front hostess was friendly and accommodating. And last but not least there was our server Peyton! He's the man. Polite and transparent. Great communication and knowledge of the brand. So friendly and a delightful personality.Bob and Terri say go in and ask for Peyton. He's our man. Thank you for making our experience a fabulous one. Now on our Detroit faves list of places to have a bite, relax and to enjoy the city.“

“My friends and I had a relaxing dining experience at Leila. We were not rushed and allowed to savor the flavors of each course. We started with a selection of appetizers before moving to our main course of chicken and lamb (so good I forgot to take photos). We capped off our meal with an ice cream treat topped with Lebanese cotton candy - so sweet and so good! I definitely recommend visiting Leila for a delicious dinner in a relaxed setting. You won't regret it!“

“The chef's tasting menu is where it's at. There are some staples we look forward to but there's always delicious surprises too.Vegetarian options: I've only ever done the chef's menu which is selected for you. It means things come that are off the menu which adds more variety than what's listed.“

“First off, the everything bagel wings were so juicy that it squirted in my gfs face. Main takeaway. And very tasty, IMO! I got the peach rosemary zero proof drink, very tasty. My partner got the "deez nuts" which was fun to watch her squirm and request it hahaha She got the primavera, it was okay. Could use more salt/flavor. I got the baby kale salad that tasted pretty good but the salad items were not cut up, so it made it slightly difficult to eat, but I think that's a personal preference. I got the blackened chicken and it was over cooked but good flavor. Decent place, just some execution errors. Fast casual for right before the Nicki Minaj concert. Our server was sweet and prompt. Top notch service from everyone we encountered there“

“Amazing happy hour 4-530 Monday- Thurs. $ 7 cocktails and 4 oz filet $28. The best part of going to London Chop House? The amazing staff. Dorian is their doorman for 10 years, such an amazing soul. The staff inside are welcoming, knowledgeable, true professionals. You never have to worry about poor or indifferent service here. Here are a few bonuses: Frank Sinatra ate there. Ask where his booth was. There is a wonderful cigar bar on the third floor with a billatds table. Best restaurant in downtown Detroit, no questions!Vegetarian options: I'm a vegetarian and my husband is not. When we go during happy hour, I get a baked potato and he gets filet mignon. We go to alot of steakhouses and typically get a potato. I can't recall what I ate at the times we had dinner there, but I went away satisfied.“

“Was a cool little shop. You order completely through your own phone which made it easy to split checks.The espresso was good in the CappuccinoHardly bitter. Milk could’ve been foamed better though.SO said her chai was just ok. Little to milky and little too cinnamonyOmelette was good, nice and soft. Surprisingly good fruit cup, usually they’re sad everywhere lolChicken sausage breakfast was solid. Could’ve been a little more flavorful but definitely good still especially with the cool hot sauce they had.OHHH. Forgot cream scone with lemon curd was amazing.Definitely would come again!“

“First time dining at Cork and Gabel for a date night and it was an amazing experience that made us feel like we were the only ones there in the middle of a packed restaurant. We loved the decor/design and menu - and our experience chatting with the staff member, Rick. We got to order a custom drink and had the bartender personally bring it to me. It was all so delicious. Thank you so much for the hospitality and kindness, as well as for our cool waiter, Alex. Can't wait to check it out again.“

“We ate at Basan Detroit on a Saturday evening (we were among the first to arrive at 4pm). Overall, we had a positive experience. The cocktails and food were creative, and intriguing to our taste buds. We highly recommend and will come back again to try other menu items. Below is additional details of our dining experience. Place: New and at a great location. It's next to the Little Caesars Arena. We were worried about parking because of the hockey games, but because we arrived early we were able to find an inexpensive metered street parking (otherwise park at the garage or use valet). The interior is spacious, modern and elegant. Chairs are comfortable and there's adequate lighting. Services: Excellent. Our server was friendly and the restaurant staff made sure our glasses of water are always refilled and empty dishes were quickly taken away. Cocktails: Although I am usually a whiskey or bourbon person, the cocktails are creative and full of flavor. Ube-B was an interesting mix of vodka, berry, and crispy taste of black sesame, but delicious. Food: Flavorful and fulfilling. We walked away feeling like we were in heaven. We enjoyed all of our choices and definitely will come back again. Quick Review of our Choices: Cocktails: Baba Baba Old Fashioned (whiskey) - great mix for an old fashioned, just how I would like to enjoy it. Night City (bourbon) - little stronger than old fashioned, but perfect. Ube-Be (vodka) - an interesting mix of vodka, berry, and crispy taste of black sesame, but delicious. Swimming Bird (shochu - Japanese liquor)- First time I had shochu. The mix reminds me of lime sprite. I would enjoy having it again. Buns: Lobster- I did not try it, but looks appetizing. Fried Oyster- creamy with kimchi heat. Love it. Chicken Kastu- delectable, especially with curry. My favorite. Small: Chicken Liver Mousse- milk bread was crispy, and the chicken liver mouse was delicious (a bit chilled, but yummy nonetheless). Our favorite, we would have it again. Tornado Potato- great spiral potato, kinda like crispy chips with sauce. Gyoza- savory lamb stuffed gyoza and sweet potato puree, delightful combo. Large: Udon - creamy dish of noodles with eggs, there's a heat aftertaste, mild but delicious. Kalbi Short Ribs- appetizing and flavorable. Dessert: Tofu Donuts- we were hesitating because we are not a fan of Tofu, but this dessert surprised us. Taste just like cinnamon sugar Donuts. Careful, allow it to cool down to enjoy it. Soft Serve- vanilla soft serve in ginger waffle, ginger candies, and marshmallow, an interesting combo, but delicious and sweet.“

“Great visit on a recent trip. My wife and I visited three other local breweries and really enjoyed our stop here. The beer was very good! The fried calamari and grits was incredible! Our bartender was very friendly and inviting. Enjoyed our conversation during our stay. Will definitely come back again.“

“I want to give this place 5 stars, bc the food is delicious. But every time I've been in, there is a huge line and it takes forever to move. I think it's because the menu is somewhat confusing and everyone who orders has lots of questions (myself included, no shade). Not sure what the solution is, but I hope they can find one, bc the food is tasty.“

“We celebrated my son's 25th birthday what a beautiful experience beautiful atmosphere the feeling was like we were welcome everybody there was perfectly splendid it was like experience one can wonder I am so pleased and very Happy with our first time and we will be back Thank you for the complimentary champagne it ended the evening perfectly it was A verry special day ❤️ thank you Rosamarie Verardi.P.s.Dont forget to vist theee Ghost bar ? ?“

“I've been in the mood for a burger, which Detroit has no shortage of amazing buger spots. Today I decided to try Royale with cheese. This was a wise choice. I had a Vincent Vega and my wife had a Karcher and we split a fries. This was exactly what my soul wanted. This is one of thoes places to keep going back until I've had everything off the menu.“

“We strongly recommend you try Buddy's Pizza if you haven't had the chance yet. Especially, the gluten-free Pizza crust so soft and yummy! We received prompt and friendly service from beginning to the end of our dinning experience. Martez, our server was a blast and a huge part of our fantastic time there. John from the kitchen helped us out with making formative decisions to meet my childs' dietary health needs. We were a party of 9 but treated like a party of 2 with the efficient, quick and fabulous service. Now if you can open a location in Toronto, Canada tgat would be greatly appreciated. We have a huge community that us missing out on your service and that Amazing gluten-free pizza crust. People are missing out.“

“Hands down best steak taco/burrito I've ever eaten. It's worth venturing to. It's pretty inexpensive too. Spanish is spoken and cash only. It's easy to miss because it's in the parking lot behind tall fences that say farmers market right on the corner of Livernois and Toledo street.“

“Look, I know opinions are like A** holes and we all have em blah blah blah blah BUT I seriously challenge you to find a better stuffed pepper than this in the country.The richness and complexity of the flavors were just immaculate. I ordered the Detroit BBQ Stuffed Poblano. Usually I'm not even a fan of BBQ sauce but oh my... There was just something special and unique about the way the sauce married each and every flavor in the vegetables, rice and chickenI also ordered the Detroit Jalapeno Popper and that did not disappoint either. Flavor was just as rich and complex. Which is WILD considering how few ingredients was in this compared to the PoblanoThese are made with lots of love, soul and spice! The Detroit pepper company is a must if you are in the Detroit area even if only for a day. It is worth squeezing into any itinerary. I promise.“

“on point. Odd area but who cares. Service, Food, Ambiance etc. Such a great place. Don't forget your Booze as they don't serve any alcohol. My family and folks ordered just about everything off the very large menu! Lobster Quesadilla was a standout. Get the homemade soup!“

“Fabulous experience! As a City fan, we went to watch City v Arsenal here because our regular pub was closed on Easter. The service was spectacular, and the food was even better. Many thanks to the Arsenal supporters club for being gracious and friendly!“

“We celebrated our daughter’s birthday with a fabulous dinner and dessert. Our server Ashley was great! Her recommendations were excellent. We started with sheep’s milk ricotta and hot honey and tuna crudo. Our entrees were tortellini di zucchini, squid ink fettuccine and swordfish vesuvio. The Sicilian pistachio cake with olive oil gelato was a perfect ending to an amazing meal. Our daughter travels for business and has eaten at top restaurants around the country. She said she would put this in her top five!“

“I wasn’t sure about it when first going in but EVERYONE recommended it to me so I thought I’d check it out and it’s definitely worth the hype! The food is good, prices are good, the servers are so friendly, and the inside is unique and cute. They have a SEPARATE halal kitchen which is perfect for Muslim customers :)Dietary restrictions: A complete halal menu and separate halal kitchen!“

“Fantastic experience! We travel constantly domestically and internationally and I will say that these were the best, most well balanced cocktails we had in a few years. Had 4 total between the 2 of us and 4/4 top notch. Tasted a couple gins, a horseradish vodka, a four grain bourbon and some other bourbon (don’t remember) and all were fabulous! Seriously recommend. Staff is friendly and prompt. We didn’t eat but I saw they had charcuterie board, cheese and bar jars(not sure what that is), so you could munch.Will definitely be back again when visiting Detroit.Oh! You can also buy bottles from their distillery and some trinkets as souvenirs!“

“Exceptional Itilian dining. I am a fan of the Da Eduardo restraunts. Each one has some unique items you do not get at the others. Highly recommend.Parking: If lucky enough to get street parking, good for you. If not, private lot rates are between $10 and $100, depending on what is going on. If there is an event in the area, you will be gouged.“

“This was definitely a treat for the family. Services was fantastic and they had plenty of staff making the rounds to ensure guests had what they needed. Not too intrusive though. If you like steak, you want to put Prime & Proper on your bucket list.“

“Great food, friendly staff and the perfect place to see a show! Very intimate setting and we love the history as well!Service would have been a 5 but we got the one server that seemed to go not want to be there and go MIA often. The bartender and hostess plus all other servers were 5 stars!“

“I believe Jeremy was the name of our server last nigh and was amazing . We stopped in before going to a Pistons game and weren't from the area. we were very impressed with the speed of service and taste of the food. I got the Bavrian pretzels they were bigger than what I expected and the Pub cheese was amazing“

“It was an exciting time. The lions were winning. We went to Slows for dinner. They said there would be an hour and a half wait, turned out to be 2 hours. TOTALLY worth the wait! The food was INCREDIBLE. The manager comped our drinks for having to wait so long. Heck, it wasn't their fault that the place.was so busy and people were lingering. I wish Slows was closer to my house, I would eat there much more often. I give them 10 stars.“

“Aptly named, Standby is still the best restaurant + cocktail bar in Detroit. Whenever I'm downtown, I'm hard pressed to choose to go elsewhere because I just honestly would prefer to be here. The cocktails are consistently spectacular, and the rotating food menu is always enticing and delicious. I also consistently receive exceptional service. Top this off with an immaculate vibe, and you've got the makings of, well, a standby. I've come with family to celebrate birthdays, with friends to toast to a promotion, with my husband for an intimate date night, and solo when I just wanted to treat myself. Because of the seasonal menu rotations, there is always something new and interesting to sip or bite. A constant cocktail on the menu that I highly recommend is called the Snake in the Grass. But the best cocktail I had here was called the Black Beretta and was made with clementine sherbet and black sesame - outstanding! I also love that they have a rotating "break-even bottle" - where you can get a taste of typically pricey pours of whiskey, tequila, etc. for just as much money as it costs for them to break even on the bottle.“

“Place is as inviting as the workers! Games to play. Full food menu. Tons of beer options. Call to coordinate a weekend tour. Scott and other employees are friendly and knowledgeable. Rooftop open seasonally. City Pour is a tasty fruit flavored beer!“

“I've been here probably a dozen times for coffee and snacks. Finally got a larger meal today. The bread (possibly sourdough) is amazing. Some of the best I've had In the city. And it was a generous chunk with my soup. Next time I'm getting a sandwich “

“Tyler is a stellar bartender, extremely knowledgeable, and friendly. The food was an absolute delight. The soft shell crab tacos are a great way to start your dining experience, don't forget a flight of their in house crafted beer or guest tap ciders. Perfect dinner date atmosphere. This is a Detroit must try!“

“Fantastic dinner experience. Lively, yet cozy atmosphere. Cocktails were incredible, especially if you enjoy trying new combinations of flavors (one drink even came with complimentary artwork). The brussels sprouts were worth crying over they were so good. The service was also fantastic.“