50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Memphis

“Amazing show and EXCELLENT customer service by Christina. She went above and beyond.“

“Friendly service and good food.“

“I came to support a group of students earlier this week to celebrate winning king and queen of the school. First of all let me say the staff was very rude to the administration staff. Even though reservations were made and confirmed and they knew in advance that the students were coming they refused to seat our party and denied the reservations ever being made even after being shown the email messages. The female manager asked for us to wait outside of the restaurant being that it was about 42 degrees that day until the limousine arrived to pick the students back up . The children were dressed in their Sunday best with white dresses and the young boys were in tuxedos and were looking forward to having their luncheon that was awarded to them for their hard work at school. I strongly believe that if the students were not all African American and staff as well they would have treated us differently. I will never ever support nor spend money with Majestic Grill again. I was hurt the way they treated these students who worked oh so hard and were looking forward to what was supposed to be a special day to remember.“

“Joseph was our waiter tonight and I just want to send a shout out for his professionalism and wonderful demeanor. Hope to dine here again and look forward to him helping us again. The PARHAM’S“

“Yummy brunch menu . Great service !“

“It’s certainly not the quickest service I’ve ever had, but the ambience is great, and the food was delicious! We had the General Tso cauliflower as an appetizer, then the quinoa burger and two salads.“

“Absolute best Italian in Memphis! Love this place, freshly made pastas.“

“The last time we went here we were severely disappointed in both food and service, but this visit was a total change. The food was perfectly prepared… We had rotisserie chicken and trout. They even delayed one because it wasn’t perfect but explained. I can’t say what a huge improvement it was! Something changed and we look forward to returning“

“They are the very best restaurant in town.“

“They have always been awesome and the food great!! We held our book club there yesterday and it was a hit! We will definitely be back!“

“First class dining experience. Exquisite food and immaculate service provided by our gracious server, Reese. Will be back!“

“The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The food was great as well. i definitely recommend.“

“India palace has the best food in town and is consisitently of the best quality. The service is superb and everyone there is always going above and beyond to satisfy your taste buds and help you enjoy authentic Indian food.“

“I always enjoy the terrace they have a beautiful view of the river, wonderful tapas/ sharable plates, and also amazing drinks. My husband and I love date night here. I have tried most of the menu and have yet to be disappointed. Worth a visit whenever downtown. If you are lucky you will get Niki as a bartenders she is great!

Vegetarian options: All items are shareable and about 1/3 of the menu is meatless and there is a good variety of items that can be ordered without meat.

Parking: Depends on time but there is parking because the terrace is on the top floor of a hotel. It is free parking.

Wheelchair accessibility: Via hotel there is a sidewalk and elevator. No stairs“

“Teaveling through and stopped by for some BBQ. Food was awesome and the service was very good. Our server Jalyn was very professional and very helpful. I recommend giving it a try for that famous Memphis BBQ. Got the ribs, Pulled pork, catfish and brisket.“

“FIRST TIME VISITING

Lamp Chops were Delicious ,wedge salad & crusted sweet potatoes good
Husband said his T-bone steak was Salty but they did a re-do & it was very tender & Delicious
Didn't care for the Top Shelf Margarita (was not good at all)😔 Wish I had gotten a BETTER one since it was My Birthday
Over all I loved the restaurant & will come again
Sonya (the waitress) & the Owner Very Nice People 👍“

“Great food and great service.“

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“A wonderful dining experience. Excellent service! We went to celebrate my husband’s birthday. We were offered complimentary glasses of champagne and a free dessert. I highly recommend the tomahawk pork chop . Very tender and juicy. Make sure you have reservations there was a crowd“

“Service was excellent, and the staff was very patient with my tired and hungry 7 YO. The music was excellent and well worth the cover charge. The ribs were the best we had in Memphis, especially compared to other highly recommended restaurants. The ribs were tender and well seasoned. The sides were also excellent as well as the bread pudding dessert. We will be back.“

“Why, I LOVE this place! Had been intending to go and finally did! Thus far have visited about 3 or 4 times, hooked! I'm not even vegan, but I sure do love the food, ...trying to curb my meat appetite. ALWAYS GOOD/ fresh, with EXCELLENT friendly customer service. (You Know I had to purchase a T Shirt and Cap!) Making my rounds, trying to sample everything on the menu. Been on vacay, can't wait until Mon to order!“

“This place is a must when visiting Memphis! SO GOOD!!!“

“This was our first time there, and we ordered the Ali Baba Special Mixed Grill (for two) and Kibbeh. The food was absolutely delicious, and plentiful. Everything was grilled/cooked beautifully with a perfect amount of spice and flavor. The Kibbeh was beyond delicious! Our server was Hamza and he was very helpful and thoughtful, and we really appreciated his attentive - but not hovering - service! We will definitely be back (soon)!“

“Awesome food! Friendly, helpful staff!! 10/10 will definitely be back!“

“When we go to Memphis we usually dine at this PF Chang’s at least once. We are never disappointed - Food is always Delicious- Drinks top notch- Service Fabulous! Last night we had a party of 9 but was going to be straggling in- they accommodated us nicely. And with that size of party- our Server Charles did an Excellent job- no mix-ups-, all to order! Courteous & friendly! Met the Manager Erik last night as well- made sure we were taken care of at the Bar & at our Table! Til next trip to Memphis!!

Vegetarian options: Great choices!

Parking: Easy access“

“Great bar. You can tell the bartender took pride in every drink he made. The best Ruben sandwich I have ever had. This is my new go to place anytime I am in Memphis.“

“Food was fabulous, great service“

“Wonderful food truck to enjoy on a perfect spring day in Myrtle Beach.“

“We had a couple of days to be a "tourist" while in the Memphis area. This distillery came up on a search as "places to visit in Memphis". We purchased the tour for Friday afternoon. Cool place, great bar and gift shop. Our tour guide Mary made the tour and tasting enjoyable, and it was fun to learn the history of the family and businesses they ran, and how the distillery came to be. Highly recommend the tour..........and if the tour isn't your thing, sit at the bar and have a cocktail or two, quick friendly service, and the drinks are spot on!! We only wish the products were available in our area. Let's get Old Dominick's in the Houston, TX area please. I'm sure Spec's or Total Wine would be glad to put it on their shelves in our area. (The Original Toddy, and the Cask Strength please!!)“

“Easter Brunch was not quite as advertised. Blueberry bread for table was only one piece for two of us to share. We purchased mimosas, but complementary champagne was advertised. The brunch offerings were fair. Perhaps the price should be increased to offer a better brunch experience. We were considering attending the Mother's Day brunch before today's experience. Now we will need to think about it. Our server, Carleigh, was outstanding! She did everything she could to make our experience a pleasant one.“

“If you’re craving a taste of Korea, this is the spot! The food is mouthwatering and will instantly transport you to the land of kimchi and kimchi. The portions are a bit smaller than other Korean restaurants, so one menu might only be enough for one person. If you’re a big eater, you might want to order two portions. I always look forward to coming back and savoring the flavors of Korea.“

“We had a pleasant time and a good meal. They were attentive about food allergies.

Update Feb 2025: Chef Charles and Emily our server were absolutely so kindly accommodating about my food allergies and the food was the best it's ever been as was the service. Can't wait to go back to try more options.

Update June 2025: Unfortunately neither the service nor the food allergy accommodation was good. The server said he talked to the chef who said I could only eat one thing on the menu (the gnocchi) which was solidly average. Our server must have had way more than his share of tables. Everybody else in our group had delicious food options and enjoyed themselves so that was a good thing.“

“Visited on a Sunday evening for dinner. The hostess was quick to seat us whereas they were not busy. There was a musician playing the piano in the bar area although we sat in the dining room. We ordered crab claws which are known to be really delicious here but they had run out for the day. We also ordered a blueberry lemon drop off their menu and they no longer offers this option. For my entree I got the lamb chops. They were pretty good, preferably would have cooked them about 2 minutes longer. Our waitress was nice. She had very high energy. Overall pretty good experience.“

“Our waitress Maddie was spectacular! Definitely made our anniversary night. We got the ricotta cheesecake that was beautiful and even said Happy Anniversary on it. Can’t wait to be back, thanks!“

“The food, atmosphere and hospitality were phenomenal. Everyone enjoyed their soul food. If I ever make it back to Memphis, I will definitely eat here again. The food was absolutely amazing.“

“Loved finding this place on our visit to Memphis. Not only do they have a large vegan menu, but they also had MANY amazing, homemade dessert options! That is something that always bums me out at non-vegan places is that even though I might find a vegan entree, they almost never have vegan desserts. Imagine had several cake options, brownies, pudding, and more. Heaven!!“

“Great asparagus soup and crème brulee. Love the Sunday specials.j“

“this spot iz the illezt!!“

“Their cupcakes are so fresh and taste so good“

“The salmon was amazing! My friend loved the black bean salsa that came with it. Green beans weren't as done as I prefer. Caesar salad was delicious (substituted for one side). My husband said the stuffed veal was a little tough though good flavor. Our server, Joy, was very polite and efficient. Overall a good dining experience for the money, especially if you take advantage of early bird menu, 4-6pm. Best to make a reservation.“

“I have been coming here over the span of 4 years and the food is absolutely amazing, it tastes very good and fresh every time. Be sure to get the pho, you also have the option to pick between the different broths. This place environment is very culturally rich, feels very warm and welcoming, like being invited to mama’s kitchen. . The customer service is exceptional, friendly, and pleasant. Please step outside of your comfort zone and try new things, like this place you will not regret. 10/10“

“I needed to quickly pick up some lunch and came here. The man behind the counter was very nice! The food was delicious - better than I expected. They also have an assortment of Hawaiian drinks to pick. I bought one and it was great. Overall 10/10. Will return soon.“

“Food was good, and quick. Had fish sandwich, burger tater tots and onion rings hot crisp I thought they were pretty good. service polite and attentive.“

“Fye wings and pizza! 🤤 great customer service!“

“Bar Tender Jordan is a machine, makes a great Caesar!“

“Excellent options, and the all the food tasted very good. I will be back, for sure.“

“Absolutely 💯. Perfect! Great service. Great food. Those burritos are wild too.“

“This place is a gem. From the outside it looks average…but once inside…the food is delish. Most everything is from scratch. Lots of good all American food choices. Every time we go it’s busy but we never have to wait long. It’s a place worth trying out you won’t be disappointed.“

“I’ve lived in many different states, had sushi from a ton of places, but the sushi here was AMAZING!!! It’s hard to find good fresh salmon sushi!! And the Pho was amazing as well!!!!“

“TLDR: Cozy, country-style spot with friendly service and traditional food. The automatic 20% tip might be a dealbreaker for some.

Review for Old Whitten Tavern

Food: The menu sticks to traditional country flavors. The hashbrowns were good, though I prefer a layer of crunch, and these were soft throughout. The eggs were cooked perfectly and came with cheese as I ordered. The biscuits were thin, flat, and basic in flavor, but the country gravy had a good texture with a simple, satisfying taste. The pancake was generously sized (about 10 inches across and 1/2 inch thick) with a soft and chewy texture, though it lacked much flavor on its own. Thankfully, the syrup complemented it well. Overall, the food gives off a "like grandma used to make" vibe, focusing on simplicity over bold flavors.

Service: The service was excellent. All the staff pitched in to check on me, ensuring I was taken care of. The friendliness added to the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. However, the establishment automatically adds a 20% tip to each dine-in order, regardless of the service quality. While you can add more, it feels a bit rigid—good service should earn a good tip, not have it guaranteed.

Atmosphere: The country vibe is undeniable. The interior features dark ceilings, tables, and floors, with moderate lighting during the day that feels slightly dim but cozy. With one booth and about 17 tables inside, the spacing is comfortable without feeling crowded. The outside seating allows dogs, making it a good option for pet owners. The full bar and all-day breakfast menu add to its versatility, whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. However, with only one private bathroom per gender, the morning coffee rush could be challenging.

Summary: Old Whitten Tavern offers a solid country breakfast experience with traditional flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. While the food and service were good, the automatic 20% tip policy might not sit well with those who feel tipping should reflect service quality. Still, it’s a cozy spot worth visiting, especially if you’re seeking classic, no-frills breakfast options.

Parking: The parking lot is shared with multiple other businesses, so during heavy traffic times it could be tough to find a spot near the restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: Though it has a full bar, it is very kid friendly. The bar area is smaller, opening up more to the dine in experience.“