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15 essentials · 3 signature dishes
Best Vegan Restaurants in New Orleans
No. 83 of the 100 best vegan cities 202615 essentials
Where to eat first in New Orleans
Ranked by overall rating, signature dish strength and how much reviewers praise the food. If you only have a weekend, start here.
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Vegan Reuben, Vegan Mac
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Worth ordering: #2 SandwichWorth ordering: #3 Bowl
Caribbean Doubles, Vegan Plate
$$
The vibe: good for groups
Thai, Vegan Menu, Kee Mao
$$
The vibe: good for dates
Mushroom, Broccoli Vegan Tacos
$$
The vibe: good for groups
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Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
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Vegan Soul Food, Cajun Classics
$$
The vibe: good for groups
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Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
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Bagels, Vegan Po-Boys
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The vibe: good for relaxing
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Sorbet, Vegan Ice Cream
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The vibe: good for families
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Venezuelan, Vegan Mains
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
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Thai, Tofu Curries, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
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Vegan Cajun, Jackfruit Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
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Falafel, Vegan Feast
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
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Mediterranean, Vegan Mezze
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The vibe: good for groups
3 signature dishes
What New Orleans cooks best
The dishes New Orleans's reviews name most and praise hardest, each ranked by how reviewers rate the vegan version.
signature #1
Best empanada in New Orleans
Curry, Impossible Empanadas
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Worth ordering: #1 Empanada
Argentinian Empanadas, Vegan
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Worth ordering: #2 Empanada
signature #2
Best pita in New Orleans
Israeli, Vegan Mezze & Pita
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Worth ordering: #1 PitaWorth ordering: #4 Falafel
Israeli, Vegan Shawarma
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Worth ordering: #2 FalafelWorth ordering: #2 Pita
Mediterranean, Falafel, Hummus
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Worth ordering: #3 Pita
signature #3
Best gumbo in New Orleans
Creole Gumbo, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Gumbo
Southern Comfort, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Gumbo
Vegan & omni
2 lists Fully vegan · Omni standouts
5 places
Fully vegan in New Orleans
Vegan Soul Food, Cajun Classics
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The vibe: good for groups
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Vegan Cajun, Jackfruit Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
NOLA Po'boys, Vegan Soul Food
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The vibe: good for groups
10 places
Omni standouts in New Orleans
Thai, Vegan Menu, Kee Mao
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The vibe: good for dates
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Vegan Reuben, Vegan Mac
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Worth ordering: #2 SandwichWorth ordering: #3 Bowl
Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
By occasion
11 lists Breakfast spots · Lunch & brunch · Dinner destinations · Worth the occasion · Coffee masters · Sweet treats · Cozy hideaways · Work-friendly cafes · Group night out · Budget eats · Family friendly
8 places
Breakfast spots in New Orleans
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Bagels, Vegan Po-Boys
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The vibe: good for relaxing
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Bagels, Vegan Tartines
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8 places
Lunch & brunch in New Orleans
Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Thai, Vegan Menu, Kee Mao
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The vibe: good for dates
Vegan Soul Food, Cajun Classics
$$
The vibe: good for groups
Caribbean Doubles, Vegan Plate
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The vibe: good for groups
8 places
Dinner destinations in New Orleans
Vegan Reuben, Vegan Mac
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Worth ordering: #2 SandwichWorth ordering: #3 Bowl
Venezuelan, Vegan Mains
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Thai, Vegan Menu, Kee Mao
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The vibe: good for dates
Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
6 places
Worth the occasion in New Orleans
Indian Curries, Vegan Options
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Israeli, Vegan Mezze & Pita
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Worth ordering: #1 PitaWorth ordering: #4 Falafel
Brunch, Tofu Bowl, Vegan French Toast
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The vibe: good for families
Greek, Vegan Menu, Wrap
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The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Coffee masters in New Orleans
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Vegan Biscuits & Pancakes
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Worth ordering: #5 Sandwich
Bagels, Vegan Po-Boys
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The vibe: good for relaxing
Coffee, Plant Milk, Vegan Bakes
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Worth ordering: #5 Coffee
10 places
Sweet treats in New Orleans
Cinnamon Rolls, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for groups
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Sorbet, Vegan Ice Cream
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The vibe: good for families
Italian Gelato, Vegan Sorbetto
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The vibe: good for families
8 places
Cozy hideaways in New Orleans
Brunch, Tofu Bowl, Vegan French Toast
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The vibe: good for families
Mexican Tacos, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Coffee, Vegan Banana Bread
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The vibe: good for work & study
Cafe, Vegan Tofu Scramble
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The vibe: good for families
8 places
Work-friendly cafes in New Orleans
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Cafe, Vegan Tofu Scramble
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The vibe: good for families
Vegan Cafe, Beet Burgers, Juices
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The vibe: good for relaxing
French Cafe, Vegan Quinoa Bowl
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The vibe: good for families
10 places
Group night out in New Orleans
Vegan Reuben, Vegan Mac
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Worth ordering: #2 SandwichWorth ordering: #3 Bowl
Venezuelan, Vegan Mains
$$$
The vibe: good for dates
Falafel, Vegan Feast
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
Vegan Cajun, Jackfruit Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
10 places
Budget eats in New Orleans
Vegan Soul Food, Cajun Classics
$$
The vibe: good for groups
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Thai, Vegan Menu, Kee Mao
$$
The vibe: good for dates
Falafel, Vegan Feast
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
8 places
Family friendly in New Orleans
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Caribbean Doubles, Vegan Plate
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The vibe: good for groups
Vegan Soul Food, Cajun Classics
$$
The vibe: good for groups
Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu
$$
The vibe: good for dates
By dish
4 lists Best sandwich · Best falafel · Best bowl · Best coffee
5 places
Best sandwich in New Orleans
Vegan Sandwiches, Housemade Bread
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Worth ordering: #1 Sandwich
Vegan Reuben, Vegan Mac
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Worth ordering: #2 SandwichWorth ordering: #3 Bowl
Vegan Cajun, Jackfruit Sandwiches
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
5 places
Best falafel in New Orleans
Falafel, Vegan Wraps
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Worth ordering: #1 Falafel
Israeli, Vegan Shawarma
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Worth ordering: #2 FalafelWorth ordering: #2 Pita
Falafel, Vegan Feast
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
Israeli, Vegan Mezze & Pita
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Worth ordering: #1 PitaWorth ordering: #4 Falafel
5 places
Best bowl in New Orleans
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast
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Worth ordering: #2 Bowl
Breakfast, Vegan Tofu Bowl
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Worth ordering: #3 Bowl
Ethiopian, Vegan Platters
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Worth ordering: #3 Bowl
5 places
Best coffee in New Orleans
Crepes, Vegan Menu, Praline
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The vibe: good for families
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Cafe, Veganizable Avocado Toast
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Worth ordering: #3 Coffee
Vegan Biscuits & Pancakes
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Worth ordering: #5 Sandwich
By cuisine
3 lists American · Italian · Mediterranean
10 places
American in New Orleans
Bowls, Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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Worth ordering: #1 Bowl
Vegan Reuben, Vegan Mac
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Worth ordering: #2 SandwichWorth ordering: #3 Bowl
Vegan Bakery, King Cake
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Worth ordering: #3 Sandwich
Vegan Soul Food, Cajun Classics
$$
The vibe: good for groups
10 places
Italian in New Orleans
NOLA Po'boys, Vegan Soul Food
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The vibe: good for groups
Vegan Pizza, Jalapeño Bread
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The vibe: good for dates
NY-Style Pizza, Vegan Pies
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The vibe: good for groups
Wood-Fired Pizza, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
10 places
Mediterranean in New Orleans
Falafel, Vegan Feast
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
Israeli, Vegan Mezze & Pita
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Worth ordering: #1 PitaWorth ordering: #4 Falafel
Mediterranean, Vegan Mezze
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The vibe: good for groups
Greek, Vegan Menu, Wrap
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The vibe: good for dates
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Questions about eating vegan in New Orleans
Are there vegan restaurants in New Orleans?
Yes. Spinach rates 172 vegan and vegan-friendly places in New Orleans. The top three are The Daily Beet — Healthy Bowls, Salads & Smoothies | New Orleans, Sneaky Pickle & Bar Brine and Queen Trini Lisa.
Is New Orleans good for vegans?
Yes. New Orleans is No. 83 of the 100 best vegan cities 2026, with 42 great places for vegans, 11.3 for every 100,000 residents. A great place is easy for vegans (grade A or B) and rated 4.5 or more.
How many vegan restaurants are in New Orleans?
Spinach rates 172 vegan and vegan-friendly places in New Orleans. 67 are easy for vegans (grade A or B), and 42 of those are great places, rated 4.5 or more.
What dishes is New Orleans known for?
New Orleans's top signature dishes for vegans are empanada, pita, gumbo, and the city also does pizza and tacos well. Signature dishes are ranked by how the city's venues score against the other 157 cities we track.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in New Orleans?
The vegan scene in New Orleans leans American, Italian, Mediterranean. American is particularly strong, with 10 venues serving quality plant-based options.
What's the best vegan restaurant in New Orleans?
The Daily Beet — Healthy Bowls, Salads & Smoothies | New Orleans is ranked #1 in New Orleans by the Spinach Essentials algorithm, which weights rating, signature dish performance, and reviewer praise. See all 15 Essentials for the full ranking.
How does Spinach rank these venues?
By formula, and no place pays to be listed. Every place gets a Spinach Rating for how good its vegan food is, and a high rating needs many diners to agree. The lists weigh that rating, how good each place's vegan dishes are and how strong it is on the city's signature dishes. The essentials add a weight for each tier, and each list by occasion adds its own.
How fresh is this data?
The lists on this page were last refreshed on 7 November 2026.