Be sure to check out these plant-based eateries next time you’re in the Sunshine State!
Heading to the Tampa area? Whether the warm weather brought you in or the lively city caught your eye, Tampa has a lot to offer when it comes to plant-based eats. From Japanese-inspired sushi and loaded vegan burgers to baked goods and plant-based brekkie sandwiches, the vegan food scene in Tampa is coming in hot! Get the cruelty-free deets by checking out our fave vegan and vegan-friendly restaurants in Tampa, Florida!
3 Dot Dash Vegan Kitchen
Seminole Heights
Located inside the Jug & Bottle Dept. in the Seminole Heights neighborhood, 3 Dot Dash is slinging plant-based eats from its scratch-made kitchen. Menu selections include chick’n sandwiches and decked-out burgers along with fries, mac, and tasty vegan baked goods from WeVegan Eats and Gabby Bakes. It’s plant-based comfort food on the fly! Be sure to stop in.
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Good Intentions
St. Petersburg, FL
Located in the Grand Central District of St. Petersburg, you’ll find Tampa Bay’s first all-vegan restaurant and all-service bar. Good Intentions is the place for brunch, happy hour, and dinner! Menu options at this all-vegan eatery include nachos, salads, crab cakes, burgers, and mains like Kimchi Fried Rice. Pair your tasty eats with fancy cocktails and zero-proof mocktails.
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Golden Dinosaurs
Gulfport, FL
Searching for some of the best vegan food in the Tampa Bay area? Head to Golden Dinosaurs and bring your appetite. The inclusive menu features loaded handhelds like the Dino Burger and Pastrami Reuben, fresh vegan salads, and tasty plant-based sides—we see you Chili Cheese Fries and Mac N Cheese! Don’t forget dessert! This Gulfport eatery offers brownies, blondies, cheesecakes, and beyond.
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Voodu Vegan Bistro
Tampa
Plant-based sushi, flavorful sandwiches, hefty tacos, and crispy fries—what more could you ask for? Voodu Vegan Bistro definitely knows good food! Additionally, this woman-owned vegan eatery features brunch options. Major score! Think brekkie burritos and creamy lattes. Need we say more? Bottom line, come hungry and leave satisfied when you dine at Voodu Vegan Bistro in Tampa.
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House of Vegano
St. Petersburg, FL
Hungry plant-based eaters can find House of Vegano (HOV) inside The Body Electric Athletic Company in St. Petersburg. HOV features 100% vegan sushi, and the menu offers a sustainable interpretation of Japanese-inspired cuisine. The IG-worthy sushi rolls feature vegetables, vegan caviar, plant-based seafood made from mushrooms, and a variety of decadent sauces. We love the classic California Roll filled with a garlic jackfruit salad!
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Florish Plant-Based Pizza & Bowls
South Tampa
When it comes to dining vegan in Tampa, Florish Plant-Based Pizza & Bowls is a must-try! This family-run eatery features a plethora of tasty pizzas loaded with cashew ricotta, house-made sausage crumbles, almond parmesan, and so much more. Florish also offers a tasty lineup of signature bowls, snacky sides, and a handful of vegan cookies.
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La Setima Club
Tampa
Looking for a memorable experience on the town? Head to La Setima Club for a night to remember. The natural wine bar features a variety of libations in addition to deliciously edible accompaniments. We’re talking Louisiana-inspired vegan dishes ranging from boiled peanuts and salads to larger entrees like the Rey Del Rey (a cheese-stuffed crepe with fried mushrooms, Creole butter sauce, and green onions). We’ll cheers to that!
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Vine Vegan
Brandon, FL
While Vine Vegan is fully plant-based, the eatery was created for vegans and non-vegans alike—the food is that good! This woman-owned restaurant is one of the best vegan restaurants in the Tampa Bay area! The menu features all-day breakfast offerings including pancakes and breakfast sandwiches. Additionally, diners will find bowls, wraps, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and entrees. We’ll take the Cobb Salad, Cubano Sandwich, and an order of Momma Nina’s Spaghetti & Meatballs.
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Nana’s Restaurant and Juice Bar
Ybor City
During your tour de vegan Tampa, stop into Nana’s Restaurant and Juice Bar for tasty plant-based food and fresh beverages. The family-owned-and-operated establishment features options like empanadas, papa rellenas, and raw cheesecake. Yum! The menu showcases an abundance of fresh fruit smoothies like the Papaya Sunrise and Banana Date. Nana’s also offers a Meal of The Day, so be sure to repeat your patronage.
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WeVegan Café
Interbay
ISO of something tasty? Head to WeVegan Café. In addition to the various barista creations, WeVegan features breakfast and lunch fare to crush your cravings. Start your day with the English Muffin Sammy (a muffin filled with vegan sausage, egg, and cheese). Next, fuel your day with the Big Mac Crunchwrap. Finally, treat yourself to the café’s muffins, brownies, cookies, and beyond. WeVegan gets a VegOut stamp of approval!
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Kaleisia Tea Lounge
University of South Florida
Vegan-Friendly
ICYMI, this specialty tea shop has a food menu rich in vegan-friendly fare. Sip your tasty tea and enjoy a variety of inspired eats. Think Korean BBQ, Tofu Banh Mi, Spicy Thai Red Curry, and Asian Noodles. Kaleisia Tea Lounge is perfect for a lunchtime meet-up or a solo meal paired with a good book on the patio.
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Café Hey
Tampa Heights
Vegan-Friendly
Run, don’t walk, to this vegan-friendly cafe in Tampa Heights! Café Hey is open for breakfast and lunch during the week with tasty weekend brunches to boot! In addition to classic café beverages, this vegan-friendly Tampa eatery features plant-based breakfast sandwiches, salads, and beyond! We’re obsessed with this funky eatery!
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