50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Memphis

“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.“

“Plan to get there early for dinner- we arrived around 5:45 and didn’t have to wait but the line was out the door when we were leaving. Ribs had good flavor, pulled pork was tender. Catfish bites were delicious. Stuffed but had to try to the banana pudding too!“

“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.“

“This was a date night. Ruth Chris affirms special occasions. Sonia was our waitperson. Attentive, alert, and fun, she ensured the timely progression of the evening with sizzling steaks arriving on cue. She left no stone unturned and her ability to connect with the customer was magical. Thanks to the Chef and their team and certainly a big Thank you to Sonia. A great evening!“

“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.“

“The ambiance is good. The food is excellent. I had the tomahawk for dinner and it was delicious. Worth risking the drive to memphis.“

“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!“

“Great food and great service.“

“Everything was great. We went early so there was no line but this place gets packed! Its got great music, great food, great vibes. I was there for my birthday today and it was needed. Came from Georgia and been wanting to come to Memphis since I was 17 . Turned 44. Thanks yalll. Hope to see you again.“

“The food was delicious!!!“

“Yummy brunch menu . Great service !“

“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“

“Iconic stage, great team, yummy food. One of Memphis' best live music venues.“

“Our waitress was so much fun and very polite. She recommended some great birthday drink options and was willing to take my photos. I thought I would have some left overs but the food was so good, I didn't leave anything extra. I ordered the veggie roll and salmon with white rice. Will definitely visit them again soon.“

“amazing food. we were recommended to go there from a manager at the bass pro shop. it was amazing. originally our sandwich we ordered was out, but the guy worked easily with us to replace the food. it was amazing and filled us up. next time we pass on through we will stop again“

“My wife and I spent two nights in Memphis recently. we ate at Blues City Cafe two nights in a row. The first night we had the BBQ ribs, and they were the best I've ever had. The restaurant was so good we went back the second night and had the best ribeye steak I've ever had in my entire life. If you're in the Memphis area, make sure you go to Blues City Cafe. It is totally awesome.“

“This is my go to spot on Sundays after church. I've tried several items from the menu and I have not been disappointed.Yesterday was no exception. We were a party of 5. Our server was Alberto. Alberto was magnifico. I shall return, again.“

“Great salad 🥗 and great service.“

“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.“

“I took my whiskey loving husband to Memphis for his birthday, so we had to tour Old Dominick. We were lucky to be the only two taking the tour & our guide John was fantastic! He was extremely knowledgeable of the history and journey of the Canale family. He was also great walking us through our tasting!“

“absolutely delicious food & easy going atmosphere“

“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)!“

“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!“

“Took my niece today for her first boil ever- she LOVED it! The gentleman who was at the counter gave 10000/10 customer service. He was kind, patient, and answered any and all questions my niece had. Great clean, fun, and casual atmosphere. I will for sure be back!!“

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

“I like to have business lunches at Seasons because the service is quick, the food is good, and the cost is reasonable. I made a reservation and asked to be seated at a booth in the bar. I intentionally arrived a few minutes before my reservation as I was meeting someone I did not know and did not want them to have to wait for me. When I arrived, I explained to the hostess that my guest, whom I did not know, would be meeting me. She assured me my guest would be led to my table once she arrived. I was led to a booth in the very back of the bar where it was difficult to see people arriving. After about 10 minutes, I went back to the hostess to remind her I was meeting someone, I told her my guest's name, and I was once again assured my guest would be bought to my table. Several minutes later, the hostess leads a woman to the booth next to mine. The woman tells the hostess she was meeting someone. We both sat alone for another 5 minutes before we both started to get out from our booths to ask if we were meeting each other. We were! Very embarrassing and both of us sat alone unnecessarily. This was very unprofessional on the part of the host staff who could have easily asked my guest her first name, assuming they paid any attention to my request.“

“Review: Char Restaurant – Highland Street, Memphis | Rating: 4.5/5.0

Today, I’m sharing my experience at Char Restaurant, located on Highland Street in Memphis. This is a fine dining restaurant, and I chose it to celebrate my friend’s birthday. We made a reservation for two, and everything from the moment we arrived was smooth and welcoming.

We were seated promptly, and the atmosphere was elegant and relaxing, just as you’d expect from a fine dining establishment. The staff were courteous and professional. I don’t recall the name of our server, but he took excellent care of us throughout the evening.

🍽️ What We Ordered:
Fried Chicken (Main Course) – Served with vegetables and gravy, this dish was absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and well-balanced, and the presentation was spot on.
Shrimp and Grits with French Fries – My friend ordered this and mentioned it was the best she’s ever had. The shrimp were well-cooked, and the grits were creamy and flavorful.
Blueberry Banana Pudding – This dessert was a delightful surprise. I had asked the server to bring it out as a birthday surprise, and he did so perfectly — bringing it out when she wasn’t looking, which made the moment even more special.
💬 Final Thoughts:
We had a wonderful time celebrating, and my friend truly enjoyed her special day. I really appreciate the hospitality and attention to detail shown by the Char team. The food, service, and ambiance all came together to create a memorable experience.

We’re definitely planning to return soon to explore more of the menu.

Overall Rating: 4.5/5.0

Thank you to the entire team at Char for making our evening so enjoyable!“

“My last visit, it was friggin delicious it was so ridiculous. 🙌🏽🙌🏽 11/10.“

“The food is consistently great with adept seasoning, tender meat, generous servings and kind service. We've had, over the course of a few meals, beef and pork bulgogi, la galbi, stir fried squid, grilled mackerel, and seafood pancake. Here's the thing: each and every one is a winner. Highly recommend.“

“In the heart of the Cooper Young district, this little cafe has some incredible vegan dishes. We tried the chicken and waffle (it tastes
like chicken!) and the BBQ platter. The BBQ was scrumptious and was flavorful. Savannah was a friendly and attentive server. Go support this small business if you are in the area.“

“I wish I had more opportunities to visit Ryu. Very happy to see it reopen.“

“So good! First time trying them and it definitely is a favorite spot now!“

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

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

“Their cupcakes are so fresh and taste so good“

“Great owners and overall awesome vibe!“

“This is a great restaurant for an upscale lunch. I love the lobster salad and get it every chance I can. On this visit, I paired it with the butternut squash and apple soup. Both were the delicious and the service was great. Andrew, our server, was training another server, and they both were very attentive and responsive.“

“Visited SOB for first time (Collierville location) and I don't brag about food often since I wouldn't consider myself a "foodie", but this place was so good, and will definitely return. The Steak Chimichurri bowl was amazing. 🤌 The atmosphere was great as was the waitress!“

“It has been a while since we have been to Amerigo. We've been snowed in all week and we had a gift card, so we were looking forward to our dinner. We were both disappointed in the food this time. Every other time the food has been outstanding and it jut wasn't on this visit. My husband had his favorite, the cannelloni. I had the chicken Marsala. Hubby said his was not as good as he remembered it being, but it was still okay. My Marsala was bland. I brought half of it home to doctor it a bit before eating it again. Marcus did a good job and was very attentive. However, we did not get any bread until after we finished our salads. We missed having it before and during the salads. He did bring us very hot bread right after the salads and it was delicious. After a very disappointed dinner, we were looking forward to the best part, the tiramisu. For years, we have raved about it and always order it when going to Amerigo. It has always been at the top of our list of favorite desserts. Not this time! It was dry and they must have changed chocolate vendors as the chocolate was not the same delectable flavor that it has been in the past. We left not sure if a next visit will even be worth it. That makes me sad as Amerigo has always been one of our favorite "special" places.“

“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.“

“this spot iz the illezt!!“

“We visited Chez Philippe in December for a birthday celebration and chose the seven-course tasting menu with wine pairings. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, polished, and attentive. We were welcomed with complimentary champagne, which was a lovely way to start the evening.

The ambience is elegant, European, and very refined. The presentation of each course was beautiful — every dish looked like a work of art. While the food was good, it wasn’t especially memorable for the price point, but the overall experience, service, and setting still made it a special night.

Since the birthday was noted on the reservation, this felt like a place that could have gone a little above and beyond with a small celebratory touch — even a candle or a simple birthday dessert would have made the evening feel more personal. We did receive a small take-home treat, which was a nice gesture.

Overall, Chez Philippe offers a lovely, elegant, and memorable dining experience, especially for a special-occasion evening.“

“This is THE place to visit for great food and an atmosphere that makes you feel like family! Eric is one of the greatest guys to talk to and his team and food can’t be beat!“

“Man... the greens where on point and the 🐔. Nothing short EXCELLENT i don't whats the next best words to describe after tenderness but that chicken was that. Hopefully b4 I leave this state ill be traveling back with some. Thanks for dinner Hattie B!!!
1LUV“

“Came to Memphis for a day stop on our road trip and wanted to support a local pizza shop. THIS is the one! Thin crust and crazy good! Will DEFINITELY be back when we are in town! Thank you!“

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

“Onigiri (rice balls) are HUGE. Got one stuffed with salmon and roe and it was delish! 😋👌Tamago masubi was equally good and filling.“

“Visiting Memphis from Denver. Was recommended to come to Ballhoggerz for some great bbq. They didn’t disappoint The ribs tips were fantastic. The smoked turkey leg was so good. They are doing their thing there. My cousin who lives here, plans to come back for more.“

“best bbq ribs iv ever eaten. They were so good that the next morning I woke up at soon as they opened and got more. highly recommend this place fast friendly service and they do not short you. you get more than your money's worth! I will be back everytime I come to Memphis“