Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Oren's Hummus, Aldo's and Choc Cookies, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegetarian-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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San Jose's Affordable Vegetarian Destinations
San Jose’s dining scene offers an incredible array of budget-friendly vegetarian options that cater to every craving without breaking the bank. From the comforting Italian flavors at Aldo's and The Pasta Market to the vibrant Middle Eastern dishes at Oren's Hummus, there is a meat-free meal for every palate. You can explore a global map of flavors including Korean specialties at Sue's Gallery Cafe, classic American fare at The Diner of Los Gatos, and even delicate French treats from Sugar Butter Flour Pastry Shop. Whether you are grabbing
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Vegetarian Restaurants in San Jose | Affordable & Vegetarian
- Oren's Hummus · rated 5/5: 34 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Aldo's · rated 5/5: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Choc Cookies · rated 5/5: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Double D's Sports Grille · rated 5/5: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Taplands · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nick The Greek · rated 5/5: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- Sue's Gallery Cafe · rated 5/5: 6 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Susie Cakes · rated 4/5: 38 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Teaspoon · rated 4/5: 36 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Blvd Cafe · rated 4/5: 30 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- CREAM · rated 4/5: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Athena Grill · rated 4/5: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- The Olive Bar · rated 4/5: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Smitten Ice Cream · rated 4/5: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Greek Spot · rated 4/5: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- 6500 Leyland · rated 4/5: 21 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Loma Brewing Company · rated 4/5: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sugar Butter Flour Pastry Shop · rated 4/5: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- The Pasta Market · rated 4/5: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- SAJJ Mediterranean · rated 4/5: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Humphry Slocombe · rated 4/5: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Oak & Rye · rated 4/5: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Crumbl Cookies · rated 4/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Roberto's Cantina · rated 4/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Stacks · rated 4/5: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Yuki Sushi · rated 4/5: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- La Victoria Taqueria · rated 4/5: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Angry Chickz · rated 4/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mendocino Farms · rated 4/5: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Kurated Kitchens · rated 4/5: 6 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
