50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Raleigh

“very clean, great service, amazing chili, best chicken and waffles I ever had (chik'n n waffles)“

“Food is outstanding! Service is wonderful. The owner was very friendly. Beautiful decor & great atmosphere. Will definitely be returning here.“

“Simple things done well. So many try, but is truly the hardest thing to achieve. These blokes have it in spades. NY style pizza is a tough nut to crack. I can't comment on the restaurant, but the take out is superb. Well done. 5 stars.“

“dropped in at the Cary, fenton nc location.Such great staff! Great drinks, atmosphere, and creative menu. we loved stopping by.“

“It has to be one of my favorite restaurants for brunch in Raleigh.“

“Great food and overall dining experience. The Mac & cheese to share is out of this world.“

“Best Greek food we have had since we got back from Greece! The service was extremely fast and the waitress we had was very attentive. She noticed it was my toddlers birthday and gave us a dessert on the house. Fast service matters when out with two small kids so we appreciated how quick she was!“

“Established Italian restaurant, and an NC State centric place. We only sat in the restaurant but they also have a bar attached . Lots of photos and things. Our pizza was good as was the caprese salad. We'll have to come back and hit the bar, and try more of the menu.“

“Great meal, great service, great atmosphere!Highly recommend“

“Miso Ramen bar is undeniably delicious, and my son considers it his favorite ramen spot. Situated conveniently near Downtown Raleigh, the restaurant offers ample parking. I recommend arriving a bit early as there may be a short wait (reservations are not accepted), but there is bar seating available. Upon arrival, you can add your name to the waitlist, which is a nice touch. The restaurant is consistently busy, yet always well-maintained with clean facilities. The servers are knowledgeable about the menu and go the extra mile to ensure a welcoming experience. Whether dining with friends or adults, everyone can find something appetizing on the menu. Here is what we order on our most recent visit: Karage Wings $12 Pork Belly Buns (2) $9 Kids Miso Ramen with Chicken and Eggs Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl $12 The food was delicious overall, and I particularly enjoyed the wings and the pork belly bun. A tip to keep in mind: it's best to finish the wings while you're at the restaurant. If you have any leftovers and take them home, they don't reheat well.“

“We had a wedding rehearsal dinner there this past weekend. Delicious food, good sized portions, excellent service! Thank you so much for making it a wonderful occasion.“

“Delicious food. I can highly recommend.“

“The food is delicious and the presentation is beautiful. If you have not tried First Watch please treat yourself soon😊“

“When in Raleigh, will make sure to make this a regular must visit! 😋“

“We celebrated my birthday at The Oak last night and had an amazing experience. Our server, John, was fantastic, and the Wright Flight cocktail is a must if you love gin. We loved the bone marrow starter, my husband’s ribeye was incredibly tender, and the confit duck tasted like fall on a plate. The Espresso Martini Affogato and peanut butter pie were perfect desserts. They even sent us home with mini banana breads! The Oak is officially my new favorite spot in Raleigh.“

“Excellent service and food quality! We had cocktails and a light appetizer while waiting for a table. Then once seated, the two of us ordered: three small plates, one large plate, and a dessert all to share. The timing was perfect. Each item came out separately, with an appropriate pause in between. We were not rushed or overwhelmed. Staff was very attentive without ever being anywhere close to overbearing.“

“I really love this restaurant and the Italian food is outstanding. Very nice management and staff too with outstanding service.“

“We had an amazing experience late after a play on a Thursday night. The food was fantastic and our waitress (Lydia) was the best ever. We ordered what she recommended and it was scrumptious. The music was uplifting and reminded us of what it is to be alive. Thanks so much Lydia for a wonderful evening.“

“Excellent catering for a corporate event. We had breakfast and lunch and everyone raved!“

“🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 By far the Best Tacos I have ever had in my life, They where all fresh and the corn is out of this world and the Service is Fantastic ask for Bre this place sir passes 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I enjoyed my dinner it was delicious I also liked the train bringing our queso“

“1/20/26. I wanted to give an update. We have been back twice and both the service and the food were excellent. First time back,, tried the deviled eggs which are addictive. Lol, really the next trip was for the eggs but we each ordered a salad and the chicken was cooked to perfection. PREVIOUS REVIEW Waiter was sweet. No silverware so had to use plastic utensils. Chicken rather dark which means it was either overcooked or the oil needs to be changed. Bacon wasn't that great either. However, onion rings and sweet potatoes fries were great.“

“Made us something not on the menu and it was on the house! Waitstaff was very friendly :)“

“Absolutely phenomenal! Tonight was our first time trying Torchy's and it will definitely not be the last. Awesome vegetarian options that packed a ton of flavor. Mike and the entire team were so patient with us as we asked questions and had a sincere interest in ensuring that we were happy with everything. thank you all for an outstanding experience.“

“I am at Glenwood often and love the main dining area and the atmosphere. The food is great especially the salmon.“

“I think the original food truck and this location serve the most consistent quality.
The asada burritos, al pastor tacos, and suadero tacos are simply staples for me.

Also, who on earth was pouring the salsa into a cup 😂?“

“Super tasty and the staff was on point! Highly recommended!“

“Great family breakfast spot. Can’t eat enough bacon. Thanks Lathaniel for being a wonderful server!“

“We had a large party for a birthday celebration. Kay was absolutely amazing. She handled everything smoothly and gracefully. What a very pleasant person and she looked absolutely fabulous while doing so. Any requests were handled quickly and she helped us end the celebration with a bang while presenting the cake to our guest of honor. I don’t know if we could have asked for a better server. Thank you Kay for making this celebration extra special for a special birthday!“

“We hadn't been back to Joie since 2021 and really enjoyed our experience again. Molly took care of us and really was fun. The vibe, the food, and the cocktails were all great. The Steak Frites and Onion Soup are standouts, but the whole meal was great. Perfect date night...Tuesday night...or any occasion spot.“

“First visit with the kids and it was amazing. The staff were all great and the food was beyond amazing 🤩. I will definitely be back and will bring more people with me.“

“The burger and beer was good but the service and customer care is amazing. The manager can by several times to ensure we were enjoying our food and our experience. The caring staff really made all the difference. Pretty cool view of the city too. Oh, and try the cheesecake!“

“You know it’s going to be good when the table comes stocked with molasses which pairs so well with the buttermilk biscuits. The little girls’ favorite was the garden fresh corn on the cob. The only thing better than the food is the service! Thank y’all for making us feel at home.“

“Our favorite Thai place in the Triangle!“

“It was ok. I wish they would have had a green salad & a couple of the dishes looked kind of dry. I did enjoy what I actually ate.“

“Food was delicious, drinks excelent. Service esa awesome. We'll definitely go back soon!“

“We were there last night with our soccer team so it was around 40 people. They sat us in the tent area and Christian was our server/bartender. He did AMAZING!!!!!!! We were all shocked how he was so efficient and fast with serving that many people. He made great drinks too!!!“

“The best restaurant in Raleigh for large group friendly. Food, drinks and service great!“

“The food at First Watch is always delicious and Justin is an excellent server!“

“Our family loves coming to the Capital Grille to celebrate special moments or just to bring our friends out for good food and Excellent service. Max is the top server at this establishment. It's always a good time with him. Last visit, we met Bryan and he easily number 2. Food is always great, if it's not they'll fix it. Will continue to come here for food and fun.“

“My first time having Bangers and Mash which is sausage and mashed potatoes. Also had a Guinness to wash it down. My friends had the fish & chips and the Shepherd's pie, so we covered all the classics. Will be back the next time I'm in the area.“

“While the service, friendliness and ambience absolutely cannot be beat, this is a great reminder that one does not go to an Irish pub for the food. My wife had shephards pie that was pretty lame and my steak came with fries that were definitely subpar and a sauce that had been sitting out so long the top had already congealed. Great place for a drink with friends before dinner or after, just avoid the food.“

“Best barbecue we have ever had ! We will definitely be returning to here again. Everything was so tasty and flavorful ! The barbecue chicken was fall off the bone , the okra was fried to perfection, the potato salad was delicious too and the pulled pork was awesome with their house made sauces!Our waitress was soo nice too, was so welcoming and we really appreciated it because our family has been going through a tough time. It warmed all of our hearts and bellies. Thank you for the great barbecue experience!“

“Best Indian/Nepali restaurant in the heart of downtown Raleigh. Friendly service, great menu choices and really excellent food and at affordable price. Most of the public parking is free after 5:00PM.“

“Such a great place all around, but the best place for a burger anywhere around! From the buttery Wagyu beef burgers, to the crispy yet tender tostones; expectations were blown away. I cannot wait to confide trying the menu as it changes for an always new experience.“

“Amazing food (had the tandoori chix) and even more amazing service (they even brought us out a extra serving of rice to take home with our leftovers). Also prices were very reasonable.“

“I was running 30 mins late for my reservation, called in, no problem to postpone. The staff were amazing, so friendly and were very helpful with menu choices. The food was unbelievable! My only regret was that I couldn’t eat anymore! Just make a reservation well ahead of time to be seated at a table, otherwise sitting at the bar is the next option. We ordered the Risotto and the crab cakes! Both delicious and ended sharing a slice of cheesecake! 5 stars plus to this incredible vegan restaurant.“

“Always great food & fresh.. Literally had the best flavorful margaritas this past Thurs night in Wake Forest. They’re always good but especially then. Believe her name was Ashley (hope so, only one working 3/5) behind the bar, she was great! Also great service from a young man Ray as well! Hope Ashley is there nxt round!“

“Absolutely amazing service was great and the atmosphere was amazing“