Say goodbye to the side salad and fries! These vegan-friendly spots offer loads of tasty plant-based options.
If you are in the Denver area and headed out with non-vegan friends, then check out these spots! Enjoying a dinner with the crew is nice, but sometimes it’s tough to find vegan options on the menu. Hand up if you’ve ever gone for the side salad and fries. Yeah, us too. Or you stick a protein bar in your bag just in case. Well, we’re here to help with that. The next time you agree to meet up, suggest one of these vegan-friendly restaurants in Denver and enjoy.
Tsing Tao Asian Kitchen
Boulder
This vegan-friendly restaurant in the Denver area boasts a generous vegan menu. Tsing Tao Asian Kitchen, a local favorite among plant-based eaters, also offers a vegan-only dinner buffet on Mondays and Thursdays. Wondering what you will find on the menu? Well, the spot serves up Soy Moo Goo Gai Pan Chicken, Beef, Shrimp or Duck; Soy Szechuan Chicken, Beef, Shrimp or Duck; and Soy General Tao's Chicken or Beef, among others.
Mason’s Dumplings
Boulder, Belmar, & Aurora
Three words: vegan steak bao! Mason’s Dumplings dishes out Chinese comfort food that your cravings will love. Incorporating local handpicked produce and recipe favorites, this spot is a Denver-area must-try. Sample their Steamed Vegan Dumplings, Vegetarian Rice Bowl, Sweet & Sour Lotus Roots, and Wood Ears Mushroom Salad. If you’re looking for dumplings made by hand and from scratch daily, then this is the spot for you.
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Gurkhas
Boulder & Longmont
At Gurkhas Indian restaurant, you will find a slew of vegan options! We’re talking Daal Tadka, Aaloo Gobi, Bhindi Masala, and beyond. For apps, give their Aaloo Tikki a try. See something you like that isn’t vegan? Just ask! A number of the items can be requested to be made vegan at this family-run restaurant. “Vegan Possible” options include Eggplant Masala, Chana Saag, Baigan Varta, and more.
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Fortune Wok to Table
Denver
At Fortune Wok to Table, you will find handmade dumplings, street noodles, and seasonal dishes. Enjoy dumplings filled with spinach, bok choy, and vermicelli. Or try the Vegetable River Noodles, an off-menu option. If you request it to be made without the egg, you can also partake in the Vegetable Fried Rice. And the current seasonal dish on the menu is bok choy in a garlic reduction.
Van Leeuwen
Denver & Boulder
I scream; you scream; we all scream for …. Van Leeuwen’s! Of the best vegan-friendly spots in Denver, this may be one of our favorites. The NY-based ice cream shop offers flavor staples as well as seasonal favorites. Examples of options you might find on the menu include Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl, Vegan Strawberry Shortcake, Vegan Churros & Fudge, and more.
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Zaika Indian
Broomfield, Castle Rock, Littleton, & Colorado Springs
Zaika Indian offers a wide range of vegan options. Start your meal with Pakora, crispy Samosas, or Lentil Soup. For mains, try the Tofu Coconut Curry, Chickpea Masala, or Eggplant Bharta. Add Roti, Papad, and more. While there are plenty of vegan dishes to choose from, a few, such as the Dal Fry, can be made vegan on request. These items are conveniently marked as “Vegan Option” on the menu.
Collision Brewery
Longmont
When it’s a brewpub you’re looking for, try Collision Brewery. This vegan-friendly restaurant in the Denver area serves up a tasty selection of plant-based eats. From apps like the Crispy Cauliflower and Fried Mushrooms to mains such as a vegan mac and Black Bean Enchiladas, they’ve got what you need to quash your hunger. A few of their “Vegan Option” dishes include Carnitas Taco Salad, Blueberry Chutney Flatbread, and the Reuben Sandwich.
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Fire on the Mountain
Denver
Fire on the Mountain offers vegan options that are sure to satisfy. For your sandwiches, they offer Fried Seitan Strips and Meati Vegan Chick’n Patty. Or opt for a Vegan Gyro, filled with marinated seitan slices and vegan tzatziki. With rotating vegan food specials, an extensive drink list, and daily specials and happy hour, this is a great spot to hang with friends. Head there on Thursdays for $2 off meatless fare!
Organic Sandwich Company
Boulder & Louisville
Organic Sandwich Company offers locally sourced organic sandwiches with gluten-free options. The Beetnik and Vegan Delight are a couple of our favorites. But also check out their Chickpea & Avocado or Spicy Vegan. Insider tip: They make an in-house Almond Feta that is amazing! Feeling like a sweet treat to complete your meal? Then head for the Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies!
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Kahlo's Traditional Mexican Food
Denver
Kahlo's Traditional Mexican Food removes the guesswork. Just take a look at their full separate vegan menu! This spot serves up breakfast all day long. For vegans, this means Chilaquiles Rojos o Verdes. They’ve got plenty of apps, soups, salads, and more. We’re talking Nachos, Bean Dip, Jalapepers, Sopa Tarasca, and others. For mains, they have it all, from burritos and taco plates to enchiladas and flautas.
