Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Khyber Pass Pub, Yards Brewing Company and Marsha's South Street, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegan-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Old City's Cheap Vegan Destinations
Exploring the historic streets of Old City Philadelphia doesn't have to be expensive, especially with this diverse selection of budget-friendly vegan eats. From the comforting American fare at Khyber Pass Pub and Yards Brewing Company to the vibrant international flavors of Oishii and Al-Sham #5, there is a plant-based plate for every palate. Whether you are craving Mediterranean, Italian, or Mexican dishes, these local favorites prove that delicious vegan dining in the heart of the city is both accessible and varied.
26 restaurants in Best Cheap Vegan Restaurants in Old City | Cheap & Vegan
- Khyber Pass Pub · rated 5/5: 14 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Yards Brewing Company · rated 5/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Marsha's South Street · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Royal Boucherie: 26 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Cafe Tolia: 15 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Han Dynasty: 13 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Panorama: 13 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Zahav: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Silk City: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Las Bugambilias: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Torchwood Cafe: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fringe Bar: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Oishii: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Bloomsday Cafe: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Eggcellent Cafe: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- La Famiglia Ristorante: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Race Street Cafe: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Moshulu: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Scoop DeVille · rated 4/5: 1 vegan-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- The Plough & the Stars · rated 3/5: 2 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Cafe Square One: 2 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Almost Home General: 2 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Al-Sham #5: 2 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Lamberti Pizza & Market: 2 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Amada: 1 vegan-friendly dish on the menu. Spanish.
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.
















