Looking for plant-based-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Protein Bar & Kitchen, Bistro Vendôme and Illegal Pete's, 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 upscale restaurants in LoDo with plant based options. Budget-friendly plant based dining.
LoDo's Upscale Plant Based Destinations
Discover the sophisticated side of meat-free dining in Denver’s historic LoDo district, where upscale plant-based fare takes center stage. This curated selection highlights refined American classics reimagined with fresh, garden-forward ingredients, offering a polished experience for any occasion. From the artisanal treats at Mermaids Bakery to elegant savory dishes, these establishments prove that high-end dining in the heart of the city is better when it is plant-powered.
7 restaurants in Best Upscale Plant Based Restaurants in LoDo | Upscale & Plant Based
- Protein Bar & Kitchen: 7 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bistro Vendôme: 6 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Illegal Pete's: 4 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Mermaids Bakery · rated 3/5: 1 plant-based-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Pony Up · rated 1/5: 1 plant-based-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Machete Tequila + Tacos: 2 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Jamba: 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.
