Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Main Street Cafe & Bakery, Winchester Public House and Al's Dairy Freeze, 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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Discover upscale restaurants in Des Moines with vegetarian options. Budget-friendly vegetarian dining.
Des Moines's Upscale Vegetarian Destinations
Des Moines offers a sophisticated landscape for plant-based dining where traditional American favorites and high-end steakhouses provide elegant vegetarian alternatives. From the refined atmosphere of Prime and Providence and 801 Chophouse to the vibrant settings of The Republic on Grand and The Outside Scoop, these destinations prove that meat-free meals can be truly indulgent. Whether you are looking for a curated multi-course experience or a modern twist on classic flavors, this collection highlights the city's premier spots for an elevated vegetarian night out.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Vegetarian Restaurants in Des Moines | Upscale & Vegetarian
- Main Street Cafe & Bakery · rated 5/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Winchester Public House · rated 4/5: 26 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Al's Dairy Freeze · rated 4/5: 21 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Station on Ingersoll · rated 4/5: 21 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nightingale Cocktail · rated 4/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Crème Cupcake · rated 4/5: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- G. Mig's 5th Street Pub · rated 4/5: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Dough Co Pizza · rated 4/5: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- The Outside Scoop · rated 4/5: 3 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mi Casa Cake Shop · rated 3/5: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Trostel's Greenbriar · rated 3/5: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- The Green Olive: 42 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Drake Diner: 31 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Scooter's Coffee: 31 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Motley School Tavern: 30 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Felix & Oscar's: 30 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- El Bait Shop: 28 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Gameday: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tasty Tacos: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Skip's: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Clyde's Fine Diner: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Friedrichs Coffee: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Iowa Beef Steakhouse: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Saint Kilda Collective: 21 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Either/Or: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Blue Shark Ale House: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Old Chicago: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Fresko: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean (often associated with "fresh.
- Tito's Lounge: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Zombie Burger & Drink Lab: 18 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.
