Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Nine Lives Cat Cafe, Blue Mind Coffee and 317 Burger, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegetarian-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Indianapolis restaurants with vegetarian options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegetarian menu items.
Indianapolis's Premier Vegetarian Destinations
Indianapolis offers a vibrant dining scene where plant-based diners never have to compromise on flavor or variety. This curated collection showcases the city's best spots for vegetarian-friendly fare, ranging from cozy American cafes and classic Italian kitchens to bold Mexican eateries and Mediterranean gems. Whether you are looking for a hearty steakhouse experience with robust sides or a quick bite at a local coffee house, these diverse destinations ensure every palate is satisfied across the Circle City.
30 restaurants in Best Indianapolis Restaurants with Vegetarian Options | Top Rated
- Nine Lives Cat Cafe · rated 5/5: 30 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Blue Mind Coffee · rated 5/5: 30 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- 317 Burger · rated 5/5: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Slippery Noodle Inn · rated 5/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ascend Coffee · rated 5/5: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- South Bend Chocolate Company Chocolate Cafe · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Boarding Pass Bites · rated 5/5: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Allegro Coffee · rated 5/5: 6 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- MacKenzie River Pizza Co · rated 5/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- The Exchange · rated 4/5: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Amelia's Bread · rated 4/5: 23 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Toro Bravo South · rated 4/5: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Hotbox Pizza · rated 4/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Java House · rated 3/5: 29 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sweet Escape Cake Company · rated 3/5: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Shapiro's Delicatessen · rated 3/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- CoreLife Eatery · rated 2/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Inferno Room · rated 1/5: 32 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ash & Elm Cider: 54 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Brew Link Brewing Downtown: 39 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Hong Kong Restaurant: 33 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Top Out Cafe: 31 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sultana Cafe & Hookah Bar: 28 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Root & Bone: 26 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Magoo's California Pizza: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Siam Square: 25 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Bluebeard: 24 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Isuka Hibachi Express and Sushi: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Bosphorus Istanbul Cafe: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Garden Table: 19 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.
