50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Dayton

“Had heard great things about the Vegan options that Flavors offered and boy was I not disappointed. The man at the counter went over the menu in detail pointing out the vegan options. I got the Hummus bake and it was delicious. The chips, salsa and garlic sauce was outstanding. I will be back. Great food, great service at a very reasonable price and made to order VEGAN style.“

“Loved our experance! Our waitress Natasha was amazing. We've had her twice and she always goes above and beyond. The food was amazing and the tea just hits the spot!“

“Very different but excellent food and service“

“Great food and atmosphere, at reasonable prices. My husband and I enjoyed everything we ordered, and plan on going back soon.“

“Ok so we’ve dined at Old Scratch Troy location about 6 times since it’s opened. Waited a bit to give them time to really get in their groove. While I do recommend the place. Pizza is good, staff is nice (especially Amanda at the bar) and shareables are tasty. That said I would like to see the food’s taste be a little more consistent. My favorite dish is the fire roasted cauliflower but sadly it hasn’t been prepared the same way twice with the last two times it was barely seasoned at all once it was almost raw. Hopefully as training continues they will fix that issue.“

“Originally from Buffalo NY, found it very difficult to find a pizza that even comes close to what I was used to. I've tried many pizzas across the Miami Valley and all I can say is that most were pretty bad, and a few ok but not much more. 2 places were halfway decent but those places went downhill. I finally tried Joe's Pizza last month and have to say, the Absolute Best in Miami Valley. It was the closest to Buffalo Style Pizza I ever had in Southwest Ohio. Told their Staff the same. I will definitely be going back there despite being a little drive from where I live. I would recommend Joe's Pizza to everyone, especially if you're looking for a quality pizza!!“

“excellent food and service“

“Our favorite restaurant in downtown Dayton. Like the atmosphere, the people, and the food! Guacamole was delicious as usual. Enchiladas verdes were out of this world good. Meghan was wonderful as a server. And finally, thank you for our favorite seats at the chef’s counter. Love watching everyone cook! We will be back after the new year. 😊“

“I have been to this KPOT location several times. Every time I have had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food. Tonight we had an absolutely amazing server. AJ was very kind and provided exceptional service, which was so very appreciated after our 8 hour drive back home from visiting family. Honestly I don't know how KPOT keeps managing to go above and beyond our expectations each time we visit, but we are consistently leaving very pleased. Great job to the KPOT staff for being amazing at what they do 💜“

“Awesome service! Our server was phenomenal! Great food, and awesome atmosphere!“

“I remember being a kid in the late 70s early 80s buying these pretzels every Friday at my elementary school... back then they were 10¢ each/ $1.00 for a whole lunch sized brown paper bag.💖💯“

“Nice clean restaurant. Food tastes great. Highly recommend!“

“Unique, and delicious… portions are generous. Price point, reasonable. Would recommend. 🩷“

“5 Stars is not enough. Hubby and I stopped in for our first visit and he grew up Italian ~ homemade everything. Sub was filled with meats, mozzarella sticks were perfect and the pizza was awesome. The dough is fabulous, so much taste. Husband felt like he was back home. Cannoli was so tasty. We will definitely be back. Great food, priced fairly and the owners service exceeded our expectations! Thank you for a great meal!!!“

“Happy to find delicious Thai food so close to home! I have been several times and they get it right every time. The staff is also very friendly and welcoming with fair prices.“

“Food was great. Real teff injera with authentic sides. Vegan gluten free options available.“

“Great food and service! Huge portions!“

“Stopped in with my hubby today for breakfast, it was our first visit to George’s. Everything was phenomenal from the food to the service. We will certainly be back in the future!“

“Second evening in a row we've DoorDashed your amazing food after working a 72 hour week. What a wonderful treat! My hubby is half Lebanese so I know how it's supposed to taste. I can't tell you enough how good the food is. My now go to place for comfort food. Made my daughter's 30th birthday a nice night. Thank you so much. Recommending to everyone. Keep up the fantastic work.“

“The restaurant is so cute, eclectic, and so clean!

Our server tonight was Jamie, and she was damn near the best server I’ve ever had! Her recommendations were spot on, her hospitality was unmatched, and it was a wonderful experience.

I went with some coworkers, and we all tried different things, and we shared 3 appetizers. EVERYTHING we tried was so yummy

I will be coming back with friends, and am so glad I found this little gem!

If you stop by, make sure to ask for Jamie if she’s serving—or a drink recommendation if she’s your bartender!“

“As a kid (In the 80s) this was my favorite place to eat. I lived in Northland Village (before it got wild) and my dad would order this on Fridays when we were good kids during the week. The foil under the bread was a staple that I loved and I plan to visit again over the summer and introduce my family to REAL pizza!“

“My son brought me here today for an early Mother’s Day. The atmosphere was beautiful and our waitress was helpful with our lunch selections. The chicken and waffles were so good! I highly recommend this place!“

“great vegan menu. food is amazing. the power was out while we were there and we were still accommodated and had fantastic service. the vegan chocolate cake is to die for!“

“We had such a great experience! I absolutely love the atmosphere and how they truly put the kids first. The learning toys they provide are thoughtful and engaging not just random plastic clutter and I really appreciated that they brought the kids’ food out before the adults (huge win for this mom!).

The healthy options on the kids’ menu were another big plus. It’s so refreshing to find a place that prioritizes children in such a calm, intentional way without turning into an overstimulating “kid chaos” environment.

On top of that, my food was absolutely delicious and the service was wonderful. You can tell they really care about the experience for both kids and adults.

We will definitely be back!“

“My friend lives off 3rd Street and said she had fabulous food here. When I pulled up I wasn't sure what I was walking into but have been there almost every week since my first time a few months ago. Great food, really good service and you get your food quick! And did I mention the prices! Wow so well priced. Great quesadillas, great burritos and out of this world salsa. Try them, you will not be sorry. In case you didn't realize, I highly recommend this amazing little family run restaurant.“

“I would like to share a public review of Vegan It IZ Eats, LLC. Where do I begin? I ordered a Scratch-Made Mushroom and Black Bean Patty, Spring Mix, Smoked Coconut, Signature Sauce, Onion Crunch, Pickles, Tomatoes w/House Chips, and it was exceptionally delicious. Everything was fresh, and it was evident that it was made with love. As someone who rarely eats out due to a preference for preparing fresh meals, Ms. Rhea has undoubtedly changed my perspective. I intend to order from her establishment once a month. That sandwich certainly deserves recognition. If you’re in Dayton Ohio or surrounding areas please support this black owner business, you will definitely do the happy dance while eating .“

“Pizza is always delicious, everyone is very nice and service is super fast!“

“Small place, perfect taste! Best beer in Dayton. Spectral Alphabet is the best IPA I've ever had. I stop in occasionally to get a four pack and the staff is always so nice and laid back. Bar area is small, but that's what I love about it. I can't stand the cold, dark, dingy, loud and overcrowed warehouse vibe most breweries throw at you. B&B is different, it's warm, clean, chill, and the beer is the best. Come here and appreciate it yourself.“

“This was some of the best food and drinks I have ever had. I have been a big foodie my whole life and recently became a vegetarian. Since then, I have been struggling with finding dishes I truly love, especially when eating out. Well, we went to Meadowlark for the first time tonight and they blew it out of the water! The drinks were tasty, the food was delicious and the service was amazing!! We will definitely be back again soon!!“

“Visited tonight after the recent move... Gulzar's continually knocks it out of the park, time and time again. The new location is absolutely stunning. The staff is always friendly, helpful and attentive. The food is ALWAYS exceptionally good. If you've never tried Indian, the biggest they offer is very reasonably priced and offers a WIDE selection of items to help hone in on your preferences.“

“CoCo's Bistro provided an amazing atmosphere, with a vibe in music from all over the eras. Their versitle variety of dishes and flavors, makes for an occasion - whether lunch or a fiestive dinner on a Saturday night, this place delivers with high energy and an inviting venue.“

“It's the best place to eat brunch! a lot of gluten free options. The staff are friendly and go out of their way to be kind! 5 stars!“

“Great food and excellent service. Jherri is the BEST!!“

“We had lunch on Saturday and as usual all of our meals were delicious! Our server Karugu was fantastic!! Friendly, efficient, quick to refill our drinks with a great smile! We started off with pretzel bites, hot and delicious! Started off with cups of gumbo, perfect on a cold rainy day! Great soup loaded with shrimp, chicken and sausage. Then the 4 of us had deluxe pizza, a tuna melt, chicken quesadilla and the Italian sub. Everything was great. The pizza crust was crispy and light. Perfect!“

“Delicious food! Friendly staff! Highly recommend!“

“A great bar with exceptional food and service. Been coming here for almost a decade now and it’s a gem that has only gotten better with time. Everything I’ve had from the menu has been amazing, but the pickle soup is out of this world. 10/10 get it every time. No visit is complete without it for me!“

“I loved hanging out here, now i love working here. Great drinks, great beer, and a place for everyone.“

“We had not been at OE for over a year. Only 9 people in the bar on a Friday night at 7:00pm….no band. Good service, as always. A large Chicken Ranchero pizza was $22.00, and it was only so-so. I don’t know what is happening in the Oregon District.“

“Great food and great service. My only complaint is that some of the tables are crammed together. It was awkward on Valentine's weekend as the tables were so close in the area I was sat that it felt like we were sitting at a table with strangers. One side was a single long bench and I was maybe two feet from someone else. It was impossible not to overhear all the conversations. Not the atmosphere you want for this occasion.“

“If you know, you know. If you don't, it's time you did! Or local pizza joint has cracked the code on doing pizza right.

The sausage on these local pies gets the credit & hits the spot every single time the craving calls. 🔥🍕🫶🏼“

“This place is amazing. Friendly service in a historic drive in. The portions are large and the prices reasonable. Pancakes are fluffy and tasty. My weekday special with eggs, home fries, bacon and biscuits and gravy was tasty and filling.“

“I performed at Rip Rap Roadhouse last night. It was my first time being at their establishment. The staff was very friendly and patrons very attentive to the music. I didn’t eat but also the food looked fantastic.“

“The breakfast bowl with chorizo is one of the most delicious things I ever ever eaten!“

“Little pricey for a small amount of pizza, but very delicious and flavorful. It seems their sandwiches may be a better deal in amount of food for money.

Decent fast service for pizza. Guy offered lemon juice when I ordered a water. Reminds me of higher quality Rapid Fire. 🍕

Edit 02/06/2026: this experience was not as good. Amazing environment, and thee water was great. The pizza itself was not what I remembered it to be. Very dry. The sauce came straight out of a can, and I could tell. Metallic taste, maybe less toppings. Unsure what changed exactly but it's been a year.“

“ordered on door dash food was good. it made me want to go there. the staff was great as was the service, and the food was even better there piping hot . I will be back for more.“

“We had our first visit to El Meson and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. The entire restaurant is beautifully decorated and you can truly feel the culture and care that went into creating such a warm atmosphere. The moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. Our waitress, Stasha (I apologize if I spelled her name wrong), was absolutely wonderful. She clearly knows her job very well. From the moment she came to our table, she made an instant connection with us and was incredibly kind and attentive. She even took time to talk with the kids, brought them toys, and surprised our son with birthday ice cream, which was such a thoughtful touch. She also knew a lot about the menu and the events they host on certain days and made several recommendations — and she was absolutely right about all of them. The food was incredible: flavorful, authentic, and beautifully prepared. Everything we tried was spot on. Overall, it was a fantastic experience with great service, amazing food, and a welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend checking them out.“

“Delicious food (We had breakfast) and friendly service that made you feel like home.“

“Try the breakfast burrito, so good! Hidden gem“

“We had a baby shower at The Amber Rose today. The food was excellent, the service fantastic. They were very accommodating to our needs. So many compliments on the facility, and the food It was a great experience, and Joe and his staff did an excellent job“

“Hidden Gem 💎💎💎 Food is always delicious and fresh every time! Very affordable and the portions are large! Service is always A++! Love all the windows here but I always prefer to go. Be careful with to go, the bourbon sauce will spill out of the box into the saran wrap they put around it. Ask for your sauce on the side to avoid the mess. They always make sure you get exactly what you want and go the extra mile! I've become a regular here very quickly. I live in the neighborhood and I'm very grateful there is a place affordable with great food that me and kids can enjoy! Love this place!“