Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Green Elephant, Gritty McDuff's and Belleflower Brewing, 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 Portland restaurants with vegetarian options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegetarian menu items.
Portland's Premier Vegetarian Destinations
Portland, Maine’s vibrant food scene offers a wealth of diverse flavors for every palate, especially for those seeking thoughtful vegetarian-friendly menus. From the fresh coastal catches at Eventide Oyster Co to the inventive plant-based Thai dishes at Green Elephant, this collection showcases the city's impressive culinary range across American, Italian, Chinese, and Japanese cuisines. You can explore everything from classic comfort food at The Great Lost Bear and Duckfat to casual craft beer spots like Novare Res, ensuring a memorable meal for every diner. These local favorites highlight the inclusive and creative spirit of the Portland dining landscape, making it easy to find a table that satisfies everyone in your party.
30 restaurants in Best Portland Restaurants with Vegetarian Options | Top Rated
- Green Elephant · rated 5/5: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Gritty McDuff's · rated 4/5: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Belleflower Brewing · rated 4/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Novare Res · rated 4/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Another Round: 34 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Little Tap House: 33 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ocotillo: 32 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sabieng: 29 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- The Corner Room Italian Kitchen & Bar: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Sammy's Scoops: 27 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bayside American Cafe: 26 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Two Fat Cats Bakery West End: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Black Cow Burgers & Fries: 19 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Regards: 17 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- East Ender: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Becky's Diner: 16 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bayou Kitchen: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Local Sprouts: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pizzaiolo: 13 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- OTTO: 12 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Terlingua: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Flatbread Pizza: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Eventide Oyster Co: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Eighty8 Donuts: 10 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Portland Pottery Cafe: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Duckfat: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Monte's Fine Foods: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Cheese Louise: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Speckled Ax: 7 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ruby's: 6 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.
