Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Winchester Public House, The Station on Ingersoll and Nightingale Cocktail, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegan-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Des Moines restaurants with vegan options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegan menu items.
Des Moines's Premier Vegan Destinations
Exploring the culinary landscape of Des Moines has never been easier for those seeking plant-based variety across a wide range of global cuisines. From upscale steakhouses and cozy Italian spots to vibrant Mexican eateries and classic American pubs, this collection highlights the city's most accommodating menus. Whether you are stopping by Main Street Cafe & Bakery for a quick bite or enjoying a night out at Winchester Public House, these top-tier destinations prove that vegan-friendly dining is thriving in the heart of Iowa.
30 restaurants in Best Des Moines Restaurants with Vegan Options | Top Rated
- Winchester Public House · rated 4/5: 17 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Station on Ingersoll · rated 4/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nightingale Cocktail · rated 4/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Al's Dairy Freeze · rated 4/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Crème Cupcake · rated 4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- G. Mig's 5th Street Pub · rated 4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Dough Co Pizza · rated 4/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Mi Casa Cake Shop · rated 3/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Trostel's Greenbriar · rated 3/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- The Green Olive: 32 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Friedrichs Coffee: 18 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tasty Tacos: 17 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Clyde's Fine Diner: 16 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Bait Shop: 14 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe: 13 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Skip's: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Iowa Beef Steakhouse: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Motley School Tavern: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sakari Sushi Lounge: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Grounds For Celebration: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Palmer's Deli: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Francie's Bar & Grill: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Drake Diner: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Old Chicago: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Palmer's Deli & Market: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- W-Tao Sushi: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Fresko: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean (often associated with "fresh.
- Gameday: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Scooter's Coffee: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Either/Or: 7 vegan-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.
