Looking for plant-based-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Lady & Larder, Ivy at the Shore and Citrin, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry plant-based-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover cheap restaurants in Santa Monica with plant based options. Budget-friendly plant based dining.
Santa Monica's Cheap Plant Based Destinations
Discover the vibrant flavors of Santa Monica with our curated selection of affordable plant-based dining options that never compromise on quality. This collection highlights a diverse range of meat-free experiences, from the artisanal American spreads at Lady & Larder to the refined French-inspired creations at Petitgrain Boulangerie. Whether you are looking for a quick bite near the beach or a sophisticated pastry, these budget-friendly spots prove that eating green in this coastal city is both accessible and delicious.
4 restaurants in Best Cheap Plant Based Restaurants in Santa Monica | Cheap & Plant Based
- Lady & Larder · rated 5/5: 8 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ivy at the Shore: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Citrin · rated 4/5: 2 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Petitgrain Boulangerie · rated 3/5: 2 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
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.
