Looking for plant-based-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Tampopo Ramen, Buunni and Tampopo Ramen, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry plant-based-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Washington Heights restaurants with plant based options. Highly rated spots with authentic plant based menu items.
Washington Heights's Premier Plant Based Destinations
Washington Heights offers a vibrant culinary landscape where plant-based diners can find an impressive variety of flavorful dishes across a wide range of global traditions. From the comforting bowls at Tampopo Ramen and the authentic Ethiopian spices at Buunni to the classic Italian flavors found at Saggio and Fresco's Pizzeria, this neighborhood caters to every craving. Whether you are in the mood for festive plates at Antojitos Mexicanos or a relaxed American meal at The Heights Bar and Restaurant, these local favorites ensure that vegan and vegetarian options are always front and center.
8 restaurants in Best Washington Heights Restaurants with Plant Based Options | Top Rated
- Tampopo Ramen · rated 4/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Buunni · rated 3/5: 16 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Ethiopian cuisine). *.
- Tampopo Ramen · rated 4.5/5: 2 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Fresco's Pizzeria · rated 4.5/5: 2 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Saggio · rated 4.4/5: 1 plant-based-friendly dish on the menu. Italian.
- Antojitos Mexicanos · rated 4.2/5: 4 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Fresco's Pizzeria · rated 3/5: 1 plant-based-friendly dish on the menu. Italian.
- The Heights Bar and Restaurant · rated 2.8/5: 2 plant-based-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.
