50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Cincinnati

“We had dinner at Ivory House on 3/21. It was an absolutely delightful dining experience. The food was superb. The staff was welcoming and worked hard to ensure we had a very pleasant dining experience. We will most definitely return.“

“Most memorable and tasty meal we have had in Cincinnati. Absolutely delicious shrimp entree. Shareable style. Sought after reservations and limited walk in availability. Great for groups to be able to split more food options. Paid for parking lots nearby.“

“2024 menu is good and so was the service!“

“Love this place! I cannot say enough good things about Senate. The overall restaurant is always clean and tidy. The vibe is great - not too noisy, but still a fun, upbeat atmosphere. The food is always fresh and delicious, and the menu always has something new and exciting on it. But the customer service is what really sets Senate apart from the rest! They truly go above and beyond to provide a great dining experience! The servers are always attentive, happy to make suggestions, and just so kind. We go every few months and are often served by the kindest woman who now knows us by name and remembers what we like/our previous conversations with her. Management will go out of their way to ensure that each customer has a great experience, and it’s so appreciated! 10/10, our favorite restaurant!“

“What a great way to end my Resurrection Sunday @J Alexander’s with my family, eating some delicious food, in a nice atmosphere & being served by an awesome server(sorry didn’t get his name??‍♀️). Will definitely addJ Alexander’s to my list… oh and the lemon cheese cake…chef kiss❣️ “

“We had a wonderful meal with another couple and we couldn't figure out why it had been such a long time since we had been back. Our sever was knowledgeable and helpful taking four different and complicated orders without a pen in had and everything came out flawlessly!!! Well done. All of our dishes were delightful.“

“My family and I recently visited Sugar & Spice at the Summit Park location. Best pancakes ever! Everything we ordered was delicious! Service was excellent! If you go, ask for Chan. She’s amazing!! You won’t be disappointed!!“

“The service was awesome. Waiter constantly checking on us. Explained menu and made good recommendations. Then came the food. Went outside of my usual box. And the food was awesome. But make sure you leave room for dessert you won't be disappointed.“

“Nice atmosphere and service. Homemade pasta!“

“We’ve been to Primavista twice and thoroughly enjoyed both visits. The food is absolutely delicious and every table has a wonderful view of the city!“

“Fantastic experience! A true gem in the Cincinnati culinary community. Highly recommend!“

“Today I traveled from Florida to Cincinnati. My sister and I wanted to get a bite to eat . We didnt want to get fast food that you could get on every corener . While leaving the airport I Googled restaurants close by . There were several to choose from however, we decided on Pig Candy BBQ this restaurant did not disappoint. The food was amazing ( we had the special which was the brisket sandwich) this sandwich was very tender and full of flavor. If you are just traveling through or a local or feel up to a drive this is definitely worth your time .The staff knows what customer service means . All around Great food and service. A MUST STOP....... THANK YOU !!“

“Delicious food and great service. Great for quick lunch and the garlic naan is wonderfully crispy and chewy.“

“I was just bragging about my Wednesday evenings at Jeff Ruby's while working in downtown Cincinnati for 2 years. We were so spoiled! We were eating the ultimate steaks and I do mean the best we've ever had steaks, sushi, cocktails and truly wicked awesome service, and last but not least, the Ambience was superb. You can actually hang around where Frank Sinatra hung with so many stars through the years and it's truly an experience! ❤️. We had the pleasure of meeting Jeff on numerous occasions, and he had a passion for the best. When my honey introduced me to Jeff Ruby's, he told me "I'll never have a better steak ever!". It's true! To this day I have not had a better steak and experience! Unfortunately, I've lost my honey but he taught me so much and showed me more than anyone ever could. I highly recommend this Jeff Ruby's Experience to anyone that can afford it!! It's definitely worth it for a special occasion, Anniversary, Big birthday. Truly Epic!!!!“

“Truva has it all! A great selection of Turkish cuisine with kind and hospitable staff! Truly felt like I was back in Turkey having a meal as this authentic restaurant is like a 5 star restaurant in Istanbul! Wonderful food, exceptional service, and a super good vibe! Loved it all mezzes, lamb kebabs, baklava and kunefe with coffee! So good! Best calamari as well! Go and enjoy! Cannot wait to try breakfast and the simit! Best wishes for continued success, Truva! Best restaurant in Cincinnati!“

“Thank you for donating food to our animal activism mentorship event this weekend - the eggless sandwiches were great! ❤️“

“Cafe Alma is one of my favorite brunch spots in Cincinnati. I brought my friends here for their first time, and it did not disappoint! We got cocktails which were delicious. The Mediterranean sunset was so bright and refreshing. They only had one bartender, so drinks took a while, but they were worth it. Then we got my usuals, the challah French toast and the Israeli tabbouleh with blackened salmon. The French toast comes with 3 pieces and fresh fruit, and is definitely enough to share. It's perfectly sweet and the coconut whipped cream is delicious. The tabbouleh with the blackened salmon is so incredible as always, very fresh with perfectly seasoned salmon. They may ask you how you want your salmon cooked, and I always get mine well done. The 3 of us were full after that so we took the pancakes to go. The only downside to Cafe Alma is that they always seem a bit short staffed. The staff is so kind and helpful with suggestions, but don't come here in a rush. If you want delicious, fresh food, and you have the time, you definitely need to check out Cafe Alma!!!“

“Cincinnati, OH. Our grandson tells all his friends from out of town they have to visit Brown Bear Bakery; it’s #1 on his Must Visit in Cincinnati list. He’s got a following on social media for his bourbon and cigars reviews and is a Cincy native so we obeyed and came here.Saturday, half an hour after opening, there was a line of friendly relaxed people shivering in the cold wind and chatting happily about what might await them inside.It’s a small-ish shop with potted plants in the window, a few tables inside and a couple tables outside, barstool seating along the front window, and a busy bakery behind the amazing display of outlandishly good pastries.So I forgot the name of the people who were so welcoming, but they had blond curly hair (“Smiles served up here!”) and longer black hair. They were incredibly welcoming! And the real deal. Beyond customer service they were good people. They were also crazy foodies.“Which is your favorite?” I asked and the person with blond hair told me which items are seasonal, which sell out soon, and which are always there because they’re perennial favorites (the chocolate chip cookies).Everything I got was great!!! The cappuccino, carrot cake, raspberry topped almond croissant, cinnamon roll, mint matcha cookie, and chocolate chip cookie were better than we imagined. They really are unique recipes.Yeah, five pastries for the 2 of us. I said I was taking them to my grandchildren but they don’t really eat sweets. So…the 2 of us really enjoyed them!!We drove down the freeway sampling the divine goods and loudly exclaiming, “OH! This one is so good!!!” etc.If we lived here we’d be big as a house.Highly recommend!!!!“

“A very nice experience eating out. The food that we had there was very good but I will say that the wine that was suggested to us for our meal was not a great match. We also had a little bit of trouble when the waitress did not come to check on us for sometimes long periods of time. The restaurant and the experience were very nice and I think a lot of people would like this place.Parking: There is a parking lot where you can park yourself if just a little bit further away. The majority of the use of the parking lot that is close to the restaurant is valet parking so this is really nice if you are going with someone that is walking impaired or has trouble walking.“

“It was our first time there and they had amazing food, great staff!!! We will definitely come back Again and would highly recommend them!!!“

“Emillie was a great server! Let's start with the great things. We did apps and sides. Dumplings were so good but broth was phenomenal !!! Burrata and tomato jam was basically an amazing caprese, sooo good. We also had truffle mushrooms which we added to dumpling broth, YUM! and also had the perfect broccoli with just an ok aioli. Was unimpressed with crab avocado toast, not worth the expense. Have had a a lot of crab food options s and this underwhelmed. My husband is a brownie sundae officianato and he seriously loved the s'more brownie dessert. Overall, great food and sat outside away from a noisy interior on a Friday night.“

“We love this restaurant! It’s the perfect date locale. The owner was personable and explained a few of the dishes. The stone bowls and kimchi were excellent! Highly recommend and look forward to returning, hopefully soon!“

“It was great to be able to introduce our out of town friends to Oriental Wok. We totally enjoyed our meals and service. Brooks enjoyed her General Wongs Chicken and Shirley was delighted with her Sesame Shrimp. Our appetizers; Calamari and Crab Rangoon were outstanding! Thank you Susanna and team for the delightful evening.“

“The BEST breakfast ever! I had the eggs your way with goetta. Delicious berry compote and great coffee. I'd come back to Cincinnati just to eat here again. Very fair prices and great service.“

“Mouthwatering and delicious. Drove 20 minutes just to try this place. We will definitely be back. They only have two small tables outside so plan for take out! Best pizza I’ve had in Cincinnati.“

“I was in town and Agave & Rye was recommended to me. I stopped in on 9/10/22 talked with Emma the hostess and explained I was having a few friends to stop by not sure how many between five and ten. She accommodated me at the high rise table back by the windows which was perfect for my nine guest. Sarah was our excellent server, she continually checked in on us even thou I saw her working outside as well. Our drinks were awesome and our food was really good. Next time I am in town I will definitely return here.“

“Amazing place and great service! Next time I’m in town I will be back for another visit!“

“Alex was amazing! Great food! Pineapple margaritas are to die for! Def recommend!“

“I absolutely love this place! My favorite smoothies are the mint chocolate chip and cinnamon toast crunch. Their bowls are also delicious. This is one of the only places in the Cincinnati area to get a protein smoothie without all the added junk and it tastes THE BEST! The only drawback is they need to bring back Black Raspberry Chip Smoothie!“

“Great and friendly place to eat, fast service also. Definitely a great date night spot.“

“If you are a diner person, this WWII-era establishment is a great breakfast spot. The hot chocolate is out of this world, and the usual diner standbys are all on the menu.This is a Hyde Park institution, with regular customers. This morning when I was there, the waitress got a gift from a regular customer— an outfit for the baby the server is expecting. It’s that kind of neighborhood place, which warms my heart.“

“Great people and great food“

“A real Cincy gem. Fast, friendly, and courteous staff. It is often hard to find this style of cuisine in the states. I look forward to my next meal here.The curry laksa was quite good. I also had the nasi lemak with beef rendang (delicious) and BBQ pork and won ton noodles dry style (amazing). The pulled black tea with condensed milk, teh tarik, was very good; brought back childhood memories on the road sides of southeast Asia.This restaurant has become a favorite of mine after a single visit.“

“Our meal was delicious. The service was excellent! We highly recommend La Bar a Boeuf! I had the crab cake appetizer and it was very good-2 large crab cakes. My husband had the escargot-very good. I had duck for the entrée. Again, I recommend this dish. My husband had the soft shell crab??. We were too full to have desert!“

“This is a perfect restaurant for a girls' night out. The food was fresh and delicious. We ordered homemade pasta, salmon, and chicken Caesar salad. Everything was perfect. Tasty and with the right amount of salt. We also had some mojitos (not so good), but they were OK. The service was excellent. After dinner, we headed to the salsa in the square. We had fun.Parking: Paid Parking is located under the fountain Square.“

“Food was great! Chicken very juicy and tender. Atmosphere was great Noise level was great, able to carry on a conversation and be heard. I took my friend there for lunch to celebrate her birthday Our waitress was awesome, very attentive and was just wonderful with us. Very enjoyable lunch!“

“Such a gem. Stopped while in town for the weekend and will be back. Staff are friendly and kind. Atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, perfect place to chill, work or read. Good seating options and love all the windows. I got their seasonal drink — peppermint mocha? Iced, and I’m glad I did. So sweet and good, but not over the top.“

“The best empanadas and arepas I’ve ever had. I wish I lived closer because these would be in my weekly rotation; especially because they have frozen items that you can purchase in bulk. I had the chicken empanada and the vegetarian arepa and I would love to have had enough room in my stomach to try everything else. Plus, the employees there were very sweet. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The service was very friendly and very inviting, great food choices. I would recommend it to anyone.“

“Son un verdadero Gelato italiano, frescos y de calidad. Y lo mejor es la atención, te sientes como en casa.“

“Our favorite place to frequent! The food is always made perfect and the people are amazing! Great energy and a fun place to have a great drink while enjoying the bar and patio too! A must try for sure friends!“

“Such a gem. Stopped while in town for the weekend and will be back. Staff are friendly and kind. Atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, perfect place to chill, work or read. Good seating options and love all the windows. I got their seasonal drink — peppermint mocha? Iced, and I’m glad I did. So sweet and good, but not over the top.“

“Pizza is really good . The upstairs bar is amazing! They have hundreds of bourbons to choose from. They have bottles you can’t find in stores and the service is awesome. They are helpful and informative on the bourbons and their recommendations are good.“

“Best mexican food I've ever had. It's amazing!!“

“Don't be put off by the neighborhood. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We were served quickly and were repeatedly asked how we were and whether we needed anything. The food was rich and delicious. Price/performance is right. We sat outside and there were lots of cute little details in the decoration. We felt like everyone was welcome. You felt comfortable and safe.“

“Tried the chicken, chorizo, pork and steak tacos. Guacamole and Fundido. Salsa bar. All of it delicious and truly tasted authentic. I love that they started as a food truck and now have a few locations in the area. Truly a great story of perseverance in the restaurant industry.Watch out for the yellow colored salsa….my mouth was on FIRE! ?“

“Great food, love the Chicken Pad Thai“

“I can't say enough good things about the College Hill location. I ordered tamales for Christmas and when I went to pick them up they weren't all quite ready. I would've been perfectly content to wait, but the gentleman who was helping me insisted that I not wait, and that he would bring them to my house when they were ready. When he brought them, he absolutely refused the tip I tried to give him. What a wonderful, caring thing for them to do! Merry Christmas to you all, and thanks for the bonus cake! (And y'all don't sleep on the tamales, they're delicious!)“

“Went Sunday for the buffet, which was terrific. The place indeed is a bit worn and definitely could use a refresh, and there is little service, but the food is very tasty. My favorite was the Gobhi Manchurian, a fried cauliflower dish, but everything I tried was delicious. The buffet was replenished often, so the food was fresh and hot. I look forward to returning.“

“First of all - this place is awesome! Located in Madisonville on Madison road. I didn't know that walnuts and spaghetti went together, but after ordering the dish I am convinced this is the way. The spaghetti was made of veggies, and it was very much a fresh dish. I also ordered an Oreo cupcake that I enjoyed. The wait was about 20 mins but the food was fresh. There was plenty of street parking, which I didn't expect. I can't wait to come back in the summer time for ice cream.“