Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Lady & Larder, Citrin and Petitgrain Boulangerie, 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 Santa Monica restaurants with vegan options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegan menu items.
Santa Monica's Premier Vegan Destinations
Santa Monica’s vibrant dining scene offers a wealth of plant-forward choices, ensuring that every diner can find something delicious regardless of their dietary preferences. This curated collection highlights the best the area has to offer, from the refined French techniques at Citrin and Petitgrain Boulangerie to the fresh, coastal flavors found at Ivy at the Shore. Whether you are craving elevated American fare from Lady & Larder or looking for a sophisticated seafood dinner by the beach, these local favorites provide exceptional vegan-friendly menus in the heart of this iconic seaside destination.
4 restaurants in Best Santa Monica Restaurants with Vegan Options | Top Rated
- Lady & Larder · rated 5/5: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Citrin · rated 4/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Petitgrain Boulangerie · rated 3/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Ivy at the Shore: 3 vegan-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.
