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The menu at this Creve Coeur eatery draws inspiration from a range of international cuisines, with a focus on the street food of Mumbai. All items are plant-based, and made with locally-sourced produce and authentic spices.
Try this: Chipotle Cauliflower Bowl (base of noodles, brown rice, or fried rice; gluten-free cauliflower bites, with optional spice levels). 314-685-7181. 12955 Olive.
Natasha Kwan and Rick Roloff opened Frida’s, the eco-friendly University City establishment, a decade ago with the objective of serving plant-based food that customers could feel good about eating. In recent years, Kwan and Roloff have expanded their restaurant portfolio with neighboring restaurant Diego’s Cantina and Station No. 3 in Benton Park, which are also vegan-friendly.
Try this: Signature Kale Salad (marinated kale, sprouted sunflower seeds, tomatoes, avocado, scallions). 314-727-6500. 622 North and South.
This breakfast counter on Chippewa has several vegan options for those looking for a quick bite in the morning. There are also pizzas available during the daytime, including the vegan cheese pizza.
Try this: Tofu Scramble (veggie mix, fried tofu, topped with sweet and sour sauce). 314-577-6363. 2754 Chippewa.
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There’s much more here than merely traditional Chinese and Thai offerings. At Lona’s, more than 80 percent of the menu is vegan, with healthy options for spring rolls, dumplings, and more.
Try this: Create an individual tofu wrap while choosing from rice paper or a flour tortilla, filler (salad mix, stir fried rice, fried glass noodles, jasmine rice, and cold glass noodles), and topping it off with a sauce (spicy sesame, lemongrass pesto, smoked vinaigrette, peanut, or house-made barbecue) of your choice. 314-925-8938. 2199 California.
St. Louis diners have been blessed with an abundance of pizza options, from the more neapolitan-style offerings to the region’s unique, Provel-topped pies. For a great New York-style slice that also happens to be vegan- and vegetarian-friendly, this South Grand pizzeria fits the bill. While there’s no meat on the menu, pies are available with dairy or vegan cheese.
Try this: Vegan Utopian Dream (vegan cheese, tomato sauce, mushroom, green pepper, black olives, onion, artichoke, spinach, garlic). 314-266-5400. 3196 S. Grand.
Formerly a meal delivery service, Plant Craft Kitchen opened a brick-and-mortar location in Sunset Hills last year. The cafe offers lunch and dinner options Tuesday-Sunday, as well as a Sunday meal service featuring new, fresh offerings each week.
Try this: Red Bean Burger (a red bean, rice, and almond patty topped with mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, and onion). 314-913-0875. 3860 Lindbergh.
With a name inspired by Shel Silverstein’s The Giving Tree, Seedz is focused on offering St. Louisans one of the most varied and health-focused menus in the region. The cozy cafe boasts an impressive selection of sandwiches and salads, as well as fresh juices and smoothies.
Try this: Tempeh Reuben (marinated tempeh, sauerkraut, tomato, Thousand Island, served on a sprouted grain bread). 314-725-7333. 6344 S. Rosebury.
Chef-owner Reine Bayoc serves up a menu of vegan breakfast and lunch items, along with tasty baked goods—some of which include eggs and dairy. The restaurant, which was featured on the Netflix reality series Fresh, Fried & Crispy, places an emphasis on making plant-based eating fun, whether it’s crafting decadent desserts or building burgers meant to please.
Try this: Sweet Burger (vegan patty, lettuce, tomato, housemade vegan magic spread, ketchup). 314-771-4278. 2203 S. 39th.
When brothers Bradley Roach and Brian Roash set out to open their own restaurant, they wanted to incorporate their passions: Southwest-inspired vegan food, horror movies, and hardcore music. What they delivered is one of the most unique dining experiences in St. Louis. Everything at this South Grand haunt is plant-based—and delicious.
Try this: Citrus Mistress (spicy chorizo seitan taco topped with mango, pineapple, lemon, lime, pickled jalapeno salsa, diced onions, cilantro, and sour cream). 314-260-9996. 3191 S. Grand.
A hot spot among plant-based eaters on the bustling South Grand dining scene, this vegan- and vegetarian-forward restaurant serves brunch and dinner to satisfy a variety of tastes. Grab a table on the sunny, stylish patio as you people watch and dig into a plate of your favorite veggie-inspired cuisine.
Try this: Brussels Sprouts Salad (red and green cabbage, shallots, fresh herbs, jalapenos, sweet chili vinaigrette). 314-696-2100. 3177 S. Grand.
Jamie Herman originally moved to St. Louis to pursue work as a registered nurse before opening her own vegan business. This endearing Maplewood cafe’s plant-based menu includes non-dairy coffee drinks and vegan pastries, lunch, and all-day breakfast.
Try this: Biscuits and Gravy (housemade “buttermilk” biscuits topped with vegan-sausage peppered gravy). 314-550-2583. 2500 Sutton
Adina’s puts a unique vegan spin on classic soul food. The mother-daughter run business releases weekly menus filled with greens, beans, veggies in all forms, meat alternatives, and everything plant-based hearts and mouths desire.
Try this: Battered Cauliflower. 314-874-6602. 6746 Page.
Chef-owner Chris Bertke assembles vegan meats from scratch, an impressive feat in the vegan industry. Bertke opened Vegan Deli and Butcher in fall 2023 after a long history with the restaurant scene. Since then, it’s grown to be a sandwich staple in the St. Louis culinary scene.
Try this: Chermoula Turkey (turkey with caramelized onions and arugula topped with chermoula oil on a hoagie). 5003 Gravois.
