Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Green Elephant, Gritty McDuff's and Belleflower Brewing, 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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Portland's Cheap Vegetarian Destinations
Portland, Maine, offers a vibrant landscape for plant-based diners seeking flavorful meals that are as affordable as they are satisfying. This curated selection highlights the city's diverse culinary range, featuring everything from the aromatic Thai dishes at Green Elephant to hearty American classics at LB Kitchen and The Great Lost Bear. Whether you are in the mood for Italian-inspired fare from Pizzaiolo or a quick Chinese-inspired bite at Uncharted Tea, these budget-friendly spots ensure that every vegetarian craving is met without breaking the bank.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Vegetarian Restaurants in Portland | Cheap & Vegetarian
- Green Elephant · rated 5/5: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Gritty McDuff's · rated 4/5: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Belleflower Brewing · rated 4/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Novare Res · rated 4/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Another Round: 34 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Little Tap House: 33 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ocotillo: 32 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sabieng: 29 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- The Corner Room Italian Kitchen & Bar: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Sammy's Scoops: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bayside American Cafe: 26 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Two Fat Cats Bakery West End: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Black Cow Burgers & Fries: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Regards: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- East Ender: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Becky's Diner: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bayou Kitchen: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Local Sprouts: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pizzaiolo: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- OTTO: 12 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Terlingua: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Flatbread Pizza: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Eventide Oyster Co: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Eighty8 Donuts: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Portland Pottery Cafe: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Duckfat: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Monte's Fine Foods: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Cheese Louise: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Speckled Ax: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ruby's: 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.
