Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Oren's Hummus, Double D's Sports Grille and Taplands, 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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San Jose's Cheap Vegan Destinations
Discover a vibrant array of budget-friendly plant-based dining options scattered throughout the heart of San Jose. This collection highlights the city's culinary diversity, featuring everything from zesty Mexican street food and aromatic Indian spices to classic American comfort eats and hearty Italian favorites. Whether you are craving a quick Greek wrap, a bowl of Korean-inspired fare, or a sweet treat from a local bakery, these accessible spots prove that eating vegan doesn't have to break the bank.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Vegan Restaurants in San Jose | Cheap & Vegan
- Oren's Hummus · rated 5/5: 32 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Double D's Sports Grille · rated 5/5: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Taplands · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Choc Cookies · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sue's Gallery Cafe · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- Nick The Greek · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- The Olive Bar · rated 4/5: 22 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Loma Brewing Company · rated 4/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Athena Grill · rated 4/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- Greek Spot · rated 4/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- SAJJ Mediterranean · rated 4/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- 6500 Leyland · rated 4/5: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Roberto's Cantina · rated 4/5: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Susie Cakes · rated 4/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Yuki Sushi · rated 4/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- The Pasta Market · rated 4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Smitten Ice Cream · rated 4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Teaspoon · rated 4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Kurated Kitchens · rated 4/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Oak & Rye · rated 4/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Blvd Cafe · rated 4/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Angry Chickz · rated 4/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mendocino Farms · rated 4/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pav Bhaji And More · rated 4/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Anchors Fish & Chips And Seafood Grill · rated 4/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Lucy's Mexican Grill · rated 4/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Saapaaduu · rated 3/5: 21 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Haleh Pastry and Cafe · rated 3/5: 14 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Kamakura · rated 3/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Mayan Kitchen · rated 3/5: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
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.
