Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Lady & Larder, Citrin and Petitgrain Boulangerie, 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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Santa Monica's Upscale Vegetarian Destinations
Discover the height of plant-based elegance with our curated collection of upscale vegetarian-friendly dining destinations in beautiful Santa Monica. This selection features world-class experiences ranging from the refined French artistry of Citrin to the breezy, coastal atmosphere of Ivy at the Shore. Each location offers a sophisticated approach to meat-free cuisine, ensuring that every guest enjoys a luxurious meal just steps from the Pacific.
4 restaurants in Best Upscale Vegetarian Restaurants in Santa Monica | Upscale & Vegetarian
- Lady & Larder · rated 5/5: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Citrin · rated 4/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Petitgrain Boulangerie · rated 3/5: 18 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Ivy at the Shore: 3 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
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.
