Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Revel Cafe and Bar, El Taco Loco and The Ruby Slipper Cafe, 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 New Orleans restaurants with vegan options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegan menu items.
New Orleans's Premier Vegan Destinations
New Orleans is a city celebrated for its deep culinary roots, and this curated selection highlights the best spots where plant-based diners can enjoy the local flavor alongside their companions. From the classic American comfort food at The Ruby Slipper Cafe and St. James Cheese Company to the vibrant Mexican flavors of El Taco Loco, these menus ensure everyone has a seat at the table. You can explore a diverse range of experiences across the Crescent City, whether you are craving fresh seafood at Desire Oyster Bar, French-inspired pastries at Tartine, or a casual gathering at St Roch Market. With additional favorites like Liuzza's by the Track and Revel Cafe and Bar, this collection proves that the Big Easy’s dining scene is as inclusive as it is delicious.
8 restaurants in Best New Orleans Restaurants with Vegan Options | Top Rated
- Revel Cafe and Bar · rated 4/5: 26 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Taco Loco · rated 4/5: 15 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- The Ruby Slipper Cafe · rated 4/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Desire Oyster Bar · rated 4/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Liuzza's by the Track · rated 4/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tartine · rated 3/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- St. James Cheese Company · rated 4/5: 2 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- St Roch Market · rated 4/5: 2 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.
