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 offers a vibrant landscape of budget-friendly dining where vegetarian-friendly options take center stage across a variety of global flavors. From the comforting Italian plates at Aldo’s and The Pasta Market to the savory Middle Eastern spreads at Oren's Hummus, there is a meat-free dish to satisfy every craving. You can explore everything from casual Greek bites at Nick The Greek and Korean-inspired treats at Sue's Gallery Cafe to classic American fare at Loma Brewing Company and Taplands. Whether you are stopping by Sugar Butter Flour Pastry Shop for a French-style sweet or grabbing a hearty meal at The Diner of Los Gatos, this collection highlights the diverse and accessible plant-based gems found throughout the city.
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.
