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Essence Cafe (South Side)
Essence Café is a farm-to-table concept in South Side. Their menu features sub-Saharan and Asian flavors, and almost every menu item can be made vegan.
Kassab's Lebanese Cuisine
412-381-1820
1207 East Carson St, 15203
Kassab's Lebanese Cuisine is a quaint restaurant in the heart of the South Side on East Carson Street. Plentiful vegan options include falafel, spinach pie, hummus, sleek, baba ghannooj, and mujaddara, just to name a few. Two of their salad dressings, balsamic vinaigrette and the house dressing, are vegan. All vegan items are clearly labeled on their in-house menu.
Lin's Asian Fusion
Lin's Asian Fusion offers an extensive menu featuring Chinese, Thai, and Traditional Asian dishes. Mr. Lin ensures that while many items on the menu are already labeled vegan, other dishes can also be made vegan with very small changes. In addition, the wait and cook staff are well-versed on vegan dining preferences. You can enjoy the spacious and inviting dining room at Lin's Asian Fusion, or you can call for home meal delivery.
Ruggers Pub
Ruggers is a rugby bar with vegan food options.
The Milkshake Factory (South Side)
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Waffles INCaffeinated (South Side)
Waffes INCaffeinated is a breakfast spot in South Side. They offer vegan waffle batter to make a vegan sweet or savory waffle, and dairy-free milk for coffee drinks.
Zenith
Zenith is a vegetarian restaurant in the South Side and most of their food is vegan. Their menu changes weekly, so be sure to check it out ahead of time on their website. Don't miss their popular Sunday brunch, which includes their vegan, all-you-can-eat buffet (including several vegan cakes), coffee or tea, AND an entree dish (choice of vegan or vegetarian).
Apteka
Apteka is an all-vegan bar and restaurant that takes its inspiration from the hearty, earthy cuisine of Eastern and Central Europe. By approaching Old World ingredients and well-researched preparation methods with a modern-day culinary sensibility, Apteka creates a menu that's traditional but creative; down-to-earth but sophisticated; and bursting with new, bold, flavors. Expect new twists on beloved regional favorites, served in a unique atmosphere. Bring your friends, settle in, and raise a glass, at what's sure to be your new favorite late-night spot... brought to you by the team behind the long-running Pierogi Nights!
Caliente Pizza and Draft House
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
Jak's Bakery (Bloomfield)
Located in Bloomfield, Jak’s Bakery is putting a modern twist on traditional Bulgarian pastries, both savory and sweet. The menu has numerous vegan menu options, and you can check their website for specific items or find them at local farmers markets. Jak’s Bakery also offers specials for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Catholic Easter, and Orthodox Easter, all which can be pre-ordered online.
Nico's Recovery Room
Nico's Recovery Room is a casual neighborhood dive bar (read: smoking permitted) offering lunch and dinner, weekend brunch, and late-night alcohol service. Their menu features classic bar snacks like chips & salsa and hummus & pita; Greek-inspired apps; vegan sandwiches, wraps, and hoagies; and a smattering of vegan sides. Stop by during the week for their weekday Happy Hour drink specials... or visit them on Saturday night to see why they've been voted Pittsburgh's #1 Karaoke Bar for 18 years running!
Spak Brothers
Spak Brothers is your classic pizza and hoagie storefront, but with many vegan options. They offer vegan pizza made with Daiya cheese and with toppings like seitan sausage and soy pepperoni. They also have a variety of melts and hoagies, as well as seitan wings.
Thai Cuisine
412-688-9661
4627 Liberty Ave, 15224
Thai Cuisine is a casual, sit-down restaurant that also offers take-out. The entire Vegetarian menu can be made vegan upon request. Besides the standard extra vegetables or tofu, each dish comes with the option of mock duck, mock scallops, or mock ham. They also offer several traditional desserts that are also vegan. BYOB.
Thai Gourmet
412-681-4373
4505 Liberty Ave, 15224
Located at the end of the Bloomfield business district, Thai Gourmet is a great place to get your Thai fix, either sit down or take out. As marked on the menu, every single one of their offerings can be veganized, just ask! Thai Gourmet is open seven days a week, and their weekday lunch special includes soup and a spring roll. BYOB.
Third Space Bakery Coop (Garfield)
Third Space Bakery Coop is a small-scale community-supported business. All of their bread is naturally leavened with wild yeast and slow fermentation. Most of Third Space's breads are vegan, and all of their breads are sourdough. And, they offer a variety of vegan options among their pastries each week. All items can be picked up at their location on Penn Avenue in Garfield.
Alihan's Coffee and Breakfast
Alihan's Coffee and Breakfast is a Mediterranean-Turkish breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot located in Downtown Pittsburgh. Their menu is authentic Turkish fare, with vegan offerings like oatmeal, soup, salad, and vegan-friendly coffee and tea. Alihan’s Coffee and Breakfast also has dairy-free milk for coffee drinks, as well as a large selection of specialty herb and fruit teas.
Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine
Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine is a family owned restaurant proudly serving Turkish cuisine, as well as Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes. Items are prepared using the freshest and finest hand-picked ingredients. Their location is perfect for dining-in for lunch or dinner on your way to a baseball game, or an event in the cultural district. Alihan's will also bring their food to your special event, so check their catering menu. Their vegan items are clearly labeled on the website, and if you visit in person, be sure to ask for the separate vegan menu.
Arepittas
Arepittas is a Latinx-owned Downtown business, established in 2019 by a Venezuelan family. They offer traditional homemade Venezuelan cuisine, and their vegan selections include arepas, tacos with vegan chorizo, empanadas, tostones with pico de gallo, and plantains.
Bae Bae's Kitchen
Bae Bae's Kitchen in Downtown Pittsburgh serves organic Korean-inspired cuisine in a fast-casual setting. Their vegan options include kimchi, tempura, and street food, and they source many of their raw ingredients from local suppliers.
Condado Tacos
Located Downtown, Condado Tacos is a build-your-own taco restaurant. Vegan protein choices are portobellos, jackfruit, or tofu, with your choice from an array of shells, sauces, and toppings, all of which you mark in pencil on your own convenient ordering menu. Condado's tortilla chips are made fresh, and you can choose from several delicious types of salsa and guacamole. They also specialize in margaritas, with a variety of beer, whiskey and tequila on hand as well.
Corner Mercantile
Located inside the Tower at PNC Plaza, Corner Mercantile is a weekday restaurant that caters to the Downtown working and student crowds. They offer early-morning coffee and breakfast items, plus a range of Vegan Friendly soups, fresh-boxed salads and sandwiches, and fresh-prepared meals, which you can enjoy in-house, take to the office, or pick up at quitting time to enjoy at home. The menu changes frequently, but there's always at least one vegan entrée and an abundance of vegan sides in their prepared foods case. Corner Mercantile also carries a large assortment of packaged snacks and beverages to get you through your busy workday.
El Burro Comedor
El Burro is a take-out Mexican joint that serves up a variety of tacos and burritos. Their several vegan options are displayed on a separate vegetarian menu that hangs in their bright interior. Though El Burro is take-out only, there are a few seats inside to enjoy your meal in the laid-back atmosphere, and they also offer delivery. Its North Side location makes it the perfect place to stop before a sporting event or concert! Check their Facebook page for frequent specials on vegan items.
Giovanni's Pizza and Pasta
Giovanni's Pizza and Pasta has been downtown's favorite pizza store for 12 years. At Giovanni's, you can dine-in, get delivery, or pick up your pizza order. They have a vegan section of their menu online and in person, which includes pizza, pasta, hoagies, salad, and appetizers.
Happy Day Dessert Factory
Located on the North Side, Happy Day Dessert Factory is a locally-owned and operated dessert shop. They have one flavor of vegan ice cream, as well as flavored water ice.
Millie's Homemade
Millie's Homemade Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream maker with four local shops and a food truck. Their products are all natural and are largely locally sourced. Vegans delight in their sorbets and dairy-free gelatos that are made for ice cream lovers: thick & creamy, dense, and indulgent. Milkshakes can be made vegan with oat milk. Enjoy a scoop at one of their scoop shops, order through postmates, or find a pint in your local grocery store.
Shadobeni
1534 Brighton Rd, 15212
In their bright North Side storefront, Shadobeni serves up delicious vegan Trinidadian street food. Menu items include favorites like Trinidadian doubles, roti, smoothies, cookies, and great sides like plaintains and spicy slaw. Besides being all-vegan, Shadobeni also has multiple gluten-free options. You can order take-out at their website, or have your vegan Trinidadian food at their limited indoor or outdoor seating.
Sree's
412-860-9181
808 Penn Avenue, 15222
In the heart of downtown, Sree's is a quick and easy stop for authentic Indian cuisine. For one low price, you get rice, naan bread, and 3 vegan side dishes - usually a dal, a potato dish, and a tofu dish. Sree's in downtown is open for lunch only, sit-down or takeout.
The Milkshake Factory (Downtown)
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Viridis Café
626 Smithfield Street, 15222
Viridis is an 100% vegan restaurant on Smithfield Street in Downtown Pittsburgh which is open for breakfast and lunch. They specialize in baked goods, sandwiches, and other tasty items stacked with delicious vegan meats and cheeses. Viridis welcomes questions about allergens, and they always have multiple gluten-free options. Order for takeaway online, or in person.
Waffles INCaffeinated (Downtown)
Waffes INCaffeinated is a breakfast spot Downtown. They offer vegan waffle batter to make a vegan sweet or savory waffle, and dairy-free milk for coffee drinks.
Choolah Indian BBQ
Choolah is a fast-casual indian restaurant with several vegan options.
Cinnaholic
Cinnaholic is a cinnamon roll and dessert shop located in East Liberty. Their menu is 100% vegan and offers cinnamon rolls with a wide variety of frostings and toppings. Cinnaholic also offers cookies, breads, brownies, and other goodies, as well as catering services.
Clean Juice
Clean Juice prides itself with offering organic ingredients to support a healthy lifestyle. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and their menu includes acai bowls, bites, cold-pressed bottles and shots, juices, and smoothies. Vegan options are specified exclusively in the nutrition guide located at counter.
East End Brewing
East End Brewing Company is a brewpub located in Larimer. Along with locally-made beer, cider, and soda, they offer veganized versions of your favorite bar foods like dips, pretzels, pickled veggies, and even speciality pizzas with their Pie of the Week.You can enjoy your local beer and delicious vegan meal inside East End Brewing’s brewpub or out on the patio.
Kelly's Bar and Lounge (East Liberty)
Kelly’s Bar and Lounge is a bar in East Liberty. Their menu features vegan pierogies, vegan cheese to add to sandwiches, and vegan appetizers.
Mola (East Liberty)
Mola is a sushi restaurant in East Liberty. Their menu features a number of vegan vegetable rolls, and they typically have vegan fish upon request.
Square Café
The Square Café is a cheerful East Liberty café with breakfast and lunch offerings. Menu items include a seasonal vegan pancake option, vegan sausage, and several tofu dishes, as well as smoothies that can be veganized.
Tana Ethiopian Cuisine
Located near the bustling East Liberty business district, Tana offers authentic and flavorful Ethiopian cuisine. Tana's menu contains a selection of vegan appetizers and a vegetarian section--actually entirely vegan--with many different options. You will find lentil, split pea, and different vegetable dishes on their menu, all cooked in herbs and spices imported directly from Ethiopia.
The Milkshake Factory (East Liberty)
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Condado Tacos
Located in Lawrenceville, Condado Tacos is a build-your-own taco restaurant. Vegan protein choices are portobellos, jackfruit, or tofu, with your choice from an array of shells, sauces, and toppings, all of which you mark in pencil on your own convenient ordering menu. Condado's tortilla chips are made fresh, and you can choose from several delicious types of salsa and guacamole. They also specialize in margaritas, with a variety of beer, whiskey and tequila on hand as well.
El Sabor Pittsburgh
El Sabor PGH is a Latin kitchen serving Mexican cuisine and a variety of Latin food from South America. They have a separate vegetarian/vegan menu and have vegan options throughout their non vegetarian/vegan menu, as well and by request.
Esquina Cantina
The Round Corner Cantina is a Mexican bar with creative cocktails and tapas. You can enjoy your drink alongside an (addictive!) snack of chips and fresh salsa or gauc, or you can try one of their various vegan tacos. All of their tacos come served on house-made tortillas and are half-off every Monday. Round Corner has a back patio that's THE place to be in nice weather, and private cabanas you can reserve for Steelers games and other events.
Mi Empanada
Mi Empanada is an Argentinian counter-service storefront in the 40th block of Butler Street in Lawrenceville. Mi Empanada offers 3 vegan empanadas, 1 side, and 3 vegan sauces, all of which are clearly labelled on the menu. Order your empanadas fresh at the counter, or purchase the “take and bake” option to enjoy empanadas at home. Mi Empanada also offers local delivery. Check out their website, Facebook, or Instagram for updates and special deals, like Empanada Thursdays and 2 for $5 “yesterday's empanadas”!
Millie's Homemade
Millie's Homemade Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream maker with four local shops and a food truck. Their products are all natural and are largely locally sourced. Vegans delight in their sorbets and dairy-free gelatos that are made for ice cream lovers: thick & creamy, dense, and indulgent. Milkshakes can be made vegan with oat milk. Enjoy a scoop at one of their scoop shops, order through postmates, or find a pint in your local grocery store.
NatuRoll
NatuRoll Creamery is an ice cream shop located in the Lawrenceville and Cranberry neighborhoods. Their rolled ice cream technique, popular in Thailand, involves spreading a chosen cream base onto an ice pan, mixing in fresh fruit and other dessert items (pretzels, cookies, nuts, and much more!), and then rolling and crafting the dessert right before your eyes. A description only does so much; check it out for yourself!
Pita My Shawarma
Pita My Shawarma is a modern Mediterranean food truck and brick-and-mortar restaurant located on Butler Street in Lawrenceville. Their menu features vegan wraps, hummus, baba ganoush, falafel, and zaatar fries, all of which are clearly labelled. Pita My Shawarma's food is served with pita bread from Pittsburgh local favorite Pitaland! Dine in or take your food to go as you walk through Lawrenceville.
Spirit
Spirit is a versatile event space in Lawrenceville with a packed calendar of nightly entertainment, including live music, dance parties, and special events. In addition to their massive indoor space, Spirit also has an outdoor patio, several stages, a stocked bar…. and pizza! That’s right: Slice Island Pizza has taken up residence inside Spirit and offers (among other items) a delectable cheeseless vegan pizza, drenched in red sauce and customizable with toppings. Spirit also opens early on weekends for brunch, which includes vegan options.
The Butterwood Bake Consortium
The Butterwood Bake Consortium is a charming sit-down dessert café in Upper Lawrenceville, featuring exceptional vegan desserts, as well as tea, espresso, and specialty coffee drinks. This European-style café provides an inviting spot for socializing or studying, they offer late night hours, and you’re welcome to BYOB. Vegan pastries change throughout the week, providing plenty of opportunity for temptation.
The Forge
Located in Lawrenceville, The Forge is a craft cocktail focused lounge specializing in Mediterranean small plates and wood-fired pizzas. Their menu changes seasonally and has a large selection of vegan-friendly options. Typical items include plates centered around tofu or eggplant, as well as a wide array of Mediterranean salads, a vegan pizza, and even a vegan cheese board! In addition, The Forge partners with and promotes Pennsylvania distillers, brewers, wineries, and other businesses, and focuses on forging strong neighborhood connections as well as supporting charitable causes.
The Pittsburgh Juice Company
The Pittsburgh Juice Company specializes in vibrant cold-pressed juices, with health at the core of their mission. In addition, PJC offers fresh coconut water and almond milk, as well as an assortment of snacks made with leftovers of the juicing process. Located where Lawrenceville meets the Strip meets Bloomfield, PJC is a central spot to drink your fill of fresh fruits and veggies, and they're even open early to give your day a healthy start!
Umami PGH
Umami PGH is an Izakaya (Japanese pub) that serves Japanese street food and is dedicated to serving umami flavors. They have yatai and a robata style of cooking.
All India Authentic Cuisine
All India has an extensive daily lunch buffet (excluding Mondays) which includes a plethora of marked vegan options. Unlike most Indian restaurants, they offer dishes from a variety of Indian culinary traditions. Over a dozen of the items on their large vegetarian menu can be made vegan. They give a student discount, and have half-price dinner for all patrons on Tuesdays. All India has a large party room available for rent. BYOB.
Café Phipps
Located in the Welcome Center at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Café Phipps strives to produce healthy food for people and the planet, which includes sourcing local, organic, sustainably produced ingredients. They offer a variety of vegan salads, sandwiches, snacks, and soups daily, with additional meatless items on Mondays. As a “Green Restaurant Certified” establishment, they choose reusable dishware, 100% paper products, and filtered water instead of plastic bottles. Food and Wine magazine recently featured Café Phipps as one of the best museum restaurants in the country.
Ege Mediterranean
Ege Mediterranean is a build-your-own Mediterranean wrap, bowl, and pizza shop with plenty of clearly labeled, delicious vegan options on Craig Street in Oakland. Order a vegan specialty pie, or build your own with a large selection of vegetables, vegan sauces (including a pesto, a classic red, and even a vegan ranch), vegan cheese, and even vegan faux chicken and sausage. Venture to the Mediterranean portion of their menu to pick out a hummus or babaghonush bowl, or build a falafel wrap. Give them a call or head over to their website to put in an order for pickup or delivery.
Live Fresh Cold Pressed Juice + Smoothie Bar (Oakland)
4000 Fifth Ave, 15213
Live Fresh Cold Pressed Juice + Smoothie Bar is a locally owned small business serving cold pressed juices, fresh smoothies, and delicious açaí bowls. Their mission is to bring an energizing and refreshing spin on health and wellness to the people of their historic and growing community. Almost all of Live Fresh’s 100% natural items are vegan, and because you can “build your own”, the ones that aren’t can easily be made vegan.
The Milkshake Factory (Oakland)
3612 Forbes Avenue, 15213
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
D's Six Pax & Dogz
D’s SixPax & Dogz is best known for their hot dogs and impressive beer selection. D's offers vegan-friendly dogs with a wide variety of toppings, and they also have a handful of vegans appetizers. WIth over a thousand (!) beers available in their walk-in “Beer Cave,” you're sure to find a brew to suit your tastes.
East End Coop
The East End Food Co-op is a local, member-owned grocery store. While they carry all the staples, they are best known for supplying local produce and for having an extensive bulk goods selection. The EEFC also carries many vegan prepared food items, as well as baked goods, fresh juice, and delicious smoothies. Check out their small cafe where many items on both the hot bar and the salad bar are vegan.
El Burro Comedor
El Burro is a take-out Mexican joint that serves up a variety of tacos and burritos. Their several vegan options are displayed on a separate vegetarian menu that hangs in their bright interior. Though El Burro is take-out only, there are seats inside to enjoy your meal in the laid-back atmosphere, seasonal outside seating, and they also offer delivery. Its Regent Square location makes it the perfect place to stop on a warm evening stroll, or pop-in to grab take-out on your way home! Check their Facebook page for frequent specials on vegan items.
Live Fresh Cold Pressed Juice + Smoothie Bar
1104 S. Braddock Ave., 15218
Live Fresh Cold Pressed Juice + Smoothie Bar is a locally owned small business serving cold pressed juices, fresh smoothies, and delicious açaí bowls. Their mission is to bring an energizing and refreshing spin on health and wellness to the people of their historic and growing community. Almost all of Live Fresh’s 100% natural items are vegan, and because you can “build your own”, the ones that aren’t can easily be made vegan.
Millie's Homemade
Millie's Homemade Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream maker with four local shops and a food truck. Their products are all natural and are largely locally sourced. Vegans delight in their sorbets and dairy-free gelatos that are made for ice cream lovers: thick & creamy, dense, and indulgent. Milkshakes can be made vegan with oat milk. Enjoy a scoop at one of their scoop shops, order through postmates, or find a pint in your local grocery store.
De Fer Coffee & Tea
Located in the heart of the Strip District on Smallman Street, De Fer Coffee & Tea is a micro-roastery and cafe focusing on responsibly sourced, high-end and top-quality specialty coffees and teas. They have oat or almond milk available for their hand-crafted coffee drinks and smoothies, and vegan food includes items such as parfaits, oatmeal, baked goods, and small plates. De Fer also serves alcohol, offering craft cocktails, wine, and local beer. They have a European-cafe atmosphere, with both indoor seating and outdoor patio tables on Smallman.
Kaibur Coffee and Café
3138 Dobson St, 15219
Kaibur Coffeehouse and Cafe is located in Polish Hill. They offer a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner items including toasts, bagels, sandwiches, bowls, and salads. Tasty add-ons allow more more customizable options. They offer coffee, a large selection of teas, and a variety of sweets. They have excellent doughnuts and make all of their vegan pastries in house. Get there early for the best selection! Indoor seating features traditional diner style stool and counter seating as well as tables in the front and rear dining room. Kaibur also has a special little nook for kids as well as covered outdoor seating for warmer weather.
Kaya
Located in the Strip District, Kaya blends cuisines of equatorial cultures from around the world. Vegan items are labelled.
Cafe Moulin (Shadyside)
Café Moulin is a breakfast spot featuring crepes in Shadyside. They offer vegan crepe batter which can be loaded with sweet or savory fillings and toppings
Mad Mex
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Millie's Homemade
Millie's Homemade Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream maker with four local shops and a food truck. Their products are all natural and are largely locally sourced. Vegans delight in their sorbets and dairy-free gelatos that are made for ice cream lovers: thick & creamy, dense, and indulgent. Milkshakes can be made vegan with oat milk. Enjoy a scoop at one of their scoop shops, order through postmates, or find a pint in your local grocery store.
Aladdins Eatery
Aladdin's Eatery is a great place for Middle Eastern food, with 6 locations around the Pittsburgh area. The menu clearly identifies vegan, gluten-free, and even nut/seed-free options. Vegan offerings include favorites like hummus, baba, tabouli, and falafel, but also specialities such as Aladdin's platters, rolled pitas, and salad pockets.
Allegro Hearth Bakery
Allegro Hearth is a neighborhood bakery that prides themselves on offering the freshest loaves that are hand formed and baked on a stone hearth. They use quality ingredients like unbleached, unbromated flours to bake their goodies. They have a large variety of savory breads and a few sweet breads too. Get the loaf whole or sliced; discounts offered for yesterday's bread.
Dobra Tea
Dobra Tea is a multicultural teahouse offering deserts, snacks, and light fare, as well as over 100 teas and specialty drinks. The knowledgeable staff and detailed menu can assist you in making the perfect tea selection, and there are honey-alternatives and non-dairy milks available. Dobra Tea also holds events, such as bellydancing shows and classes, in its warm, intimate space.
Milky Way
Milky Way in Squirrel Hill is a relaxed kosher vegetarian pizzeria that also has vegan items. Options include a vegan “chicken” cutlet plate and a falafel platter, as well as espresso drinks.
Pastoli's Pizza, Pasta & Paisans
Family owned and operated, Pastoli’s Pizza, Pasta & Paisans brings great food and great beer to Pittsburgh's eclectic Squirrel Hill neighborhood. Pastoli’s uses quality fresh ingredients, and offers a great variety of vegan and gluten-free options, including pizza, hoagies, wedgies, and pasta! Pastoli’s Pizza, Pasta & Paisans is great for dining in or picking up, and they even deliver.
Pigeon Bagels
5613 Hobart St, 15217
Pigeon Bagels is a kosher bagel shop in Squirrel Hill that pairs an entirely vegan-friendly selection of bagels with tofu schmear, carrot lox, or hummus and veggie options. Stop by to grab bagels and a spread to last you for the week, or order a freshly made bagel and spread to eat on the spot. Their various baked goods for the day also have clearly labeled vegan options, and their coffees and lattes can be paired with oat milk to complete your meal.
Tan Lac Vien
Tan Lac Vien Vietnamese Bistro has both pho and bun-style vegan bowls. They interpret traditional flavors with seitan, tofu, and other fresh ingredients. With their funkily modern decor, Tan Lac Vien delivers an exceptional experience for small-city diners with big-city tastes.
Caliente Pizza and Draft House (Monroeville)
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
D's Six Pax & Dogz (Murrysville)
4608 William Penn Highway, 15668
D’s SixPax & Dogz is best known for their hot dogs and impressive beer selection. D's offers vegan-friendly dogs with a wide variety of toppings, and they also have a handful of vegans appetizers. WIth over a thousand (!) beers available in their walk-in “Beer Cave,” you're sure to find a brew to suit your tastes.
Lelulo's Pizza
Lelulo's Pizzeria is a local, family-owned business in Plum Borough. They have a separate vegan menu, listing appetizers, subs, and pizza.
Live Fresh Cold Pressed Juice + Smoothie Bar
Live Fresh Cold Pressed Juice + Smoothie Bar is a locally owned small business serving cold pressed juices, fresh smoothies, and delicious açaí bowls. Live Fresh is located just off of the Homestead Greys Bridge along 8th Avenue, and their mission is to bring an energizing and refreshing spin on health and wellness to the people of their historic and growing community. Almost all of Live Fresh’s 100% natural items are vegan, and because you can “build your own”, the ones that aren’t can easily be made vegan. Their spacious storefront offers free wifi for those who need a place to study or work. Workplace or organization meetings are also welcome, and their big chalkboard wall is not to be missed!
Mad Mex (Monroeville)
4100 William Penn Hwy, 15146
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Sweet Alchemy Bake Shop LLC (New Kensington)
Sweet Alchemy Bake Shop LLC is a woman-owned, all-vegan small business bakery located in downtown New Kensington. All of their items are made fresh, in small batches from scratch, with limited ingredients and limited preservatives. Sweet Alchemy's menu varies, but options frequently include cookies, cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, and pop-tarts! Follow them on social media to see their latest offerings, and contact the owner directly to order for pick-up or delivery.
Swissvale DariDelite (Swissvale)
Swissvale Dari Delite is an ice cream shop in Swissvale. Open March - October, their menu features vegan sorbet in fruity flavors, and vanilla soy ice cream that can be made into a float, sundae, or banana split. The Dari Delite operates as a walk-up window, with some picnic tables for seating. Next time you find yourself in Swissvale, make your way to the Dari Delite for a cold sweet treat!
The Milkshake Factory (Murrysville)
4893 William Penn Highway, 15668
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Vibrant Sunshine (Aspinwall)
Vibrant Sunshine is a plant-forward café in Aspinwall. Their menu is clearly labelled with vegan smoothies, sandwiches, juices, and other treats.
Voodoo Brewing Co - New Kensington Pub (New Kensington)
Voodoo Brewing Co. – New Kensington Pub is a locally owned and operated independent taproom and beer garden. Voodoo New Kensington offers a vegan menu with favorite bar foods such as burgers, fries, and soft pretzels, as well as a wide variety of vegan beers and cocktails to choose from. You can relax with a meal and drink inside at the bar, or enjoy some lawn games and bring a chair to put around one of the fire pits in their large beer garden.
Waffles INCaffeinated (North Huntingdon)
Waffes INCaffeinated is a breakfast spot in North Huntingdon. They offer vegan waffle batter to make a vegan sweet or savory waffle, and dairy-free milk for coffee drinks.
2 Sisters 2 Sons (Sharpsburg)
412-252-2864
1882 Main St, 15215
2 Sisters 2 Sons is a Jamaican restaurant in Sharpsburg that offers rotating, made-to-order vegan options. Meals feature items like pasta, veggie chunks, or tofu, and each comes with two sides.
Abeille Voyante Tea Co. (Millvale)
Located in Millvale, Abeille Voyante Tea Co. is the type of place that makes you want to stay awhile! They offer a staggering array of loose leaf teas, custom tea blends, tea-related products, and tea-blending classes, and the cafe features charming crafts, jewelry, and other handmade goods for sale by local artists. Abeille Voyante's ever-changing menu includes vegan soups, salads, sandwiches, specials, baked goods, and healthy house-made snacks. And, of course, they have nondairy milks and sweeteners available for your tea selection.
Aladdins Eatery (Cranberry)
Aladdin's Eatery is a great place for Middle Eastern food, with 6 locations around the Pittsburgh area. The menu clearly identifies vegan, gluten-free, and even nut/seed-free options. Vegan offerings include favorites like hummus, baba, tabouli, and falafel, but also specialities such as Aladdin's platters, rolled pitas, and salad pockets.
Aladdins Eatery (Fox Chapel)
Aladdin's Eatery is a great place for Middle Eastern food, with 6 locations around the Pittsburgh area. The menu clearly identifies vegan, gluten-free, and even nut/seed-free options. Vegan offerings include favorites like hummus, baba, tabouli, and falafel, but also specialities such as Aladdin's platters, rolled pitas, and salad pockets.
Aladdins Eatery (Ross)
Aladdin's Eatery is a great place for Middle Eastern food, with 6 locations around the Pittsburgh area. The menu clearly identifies vegan, gluten-free, and even nut/seed-free options. Vegan offerings include favorites like hummus, baba, tabouli, and falafel, but also specialities such as Aladdin's platters, rolled pitas, and salad pockets.
Baked True North (Ross Township)
Baked True North is a gluten free bakery. Their vegan offerings include doughnuts, cookies, and cakes.
Caliente Pizza and Draft House (Hampton)
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
Caliente Pizza and Draft House (Aspinwall)
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
Condado Tacos (Cranberry Township)
20430 Route 19, 16066
Condado Tacos is a build-your-own taco restaurant. Vegan protein choices are portobellos, jackfruit, or tofu, with your choice from an array of shells, sauces, and toppings, all of which you mark in pencil on your own convenient ordering menu. Condado's tortilla chips are made fresh, and you can choose from several delicious types of salsa and guacamole. They also specialize in margaritas, with a variety of beer, whiskey and tequila on hand as well.
Condado Tacos (McCandless Crossing)
9036 St. Simon Way, 15237
Condado Tacos is a build-your-own taco restaurant. Vegan protein choices are portobellos, jackfruit, or tofu, with your choice from an array of shells, sauces, and toppings, all of which you mark in pencil on your own convenient ordering menu. Condado's tortilla chips are made fresh, and you can choose from several delicious types of salsa and guacamole. They also specialize in margaritas, with a variety of beer, whiskey and tequila on hand as well.
Franklin Inn Mexican Restaurant (Franklin Park)
The Franklin Inn is a Mexican restaurant in the suburb of Franklin Park. They offer a number of clearly labelled vegan meals, most of which follow the whole-food, plant-based diet. Delicious entrees include memelas, burritos, tacos, and enchiladas, and you can round out your meal with salsas, slaws, and house-made desserts. The Franklin Inn makes their own salsas, beans, rice, guacamole, and sauces from scratch, including a sunflower seed crema. They have a full bar, and you can enjoy your meal with a margarita or a zero-proof mocktail.
Mad Mex (Cranberry)
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Mad Mex (North Hills)
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Mandy's Pizza (Westview)
Mandy's Pizza in Westview has an allergen-free (meaning free from the top 10 allergens) pizza with vegan cheese, as well as a dedicated fryer for vegan fries. They also sell prepackaged sweet and savory mixes. Mandy's has indoor seating, delivery, and they usually have vegan pizza lunch specials and coupons.
Millie's Homemade (Wexford)
11978 Perry Hwy, 15090
Millie's Homemade Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream maker with four local shops and a food truck. Their products are all natural and are largely locally sourced. Vegans delight in their sorbets and dairy-free gelatos that are made for ice cream lovers: thick & creamy, dense, and indulgent. Milkshakes can be made vegan with oat milk. Enjoy a scoop at one of their scoop shops, order through postmates, or find a pint in your local grocery store.
NatuRoll (Cranberry)
NatuRoll Creamery is an ice cream shop located in the Lawrenceville and Cranberry neighborhoods. Their rolled ice cream technique, popular in Thailand, involves spreading a chosen cream base onto an ice pan, mixing in fresh fruit and other dessert items (pretzels, cookies, nuts, and much more!), and then rolling and crafting the dessert right before your eyes. A description only does so much; check it out for yourself!
Pita My Shawarma (Cranberry)
Pita My Shawarma is a modern Mediterranean food truck and brick-and-mortar restaurant located on Butler Street in Lawrenceville. Their menu features vegan wraps, hummus, baba ganoush, falafel, and zaatar fries, all of which are clearly labelled. Pita My Shawarma's food is served with pita bread from Pittsburgh local favorite Pitaland! Dine in or take your food to go as you walk through Lawrenceville.
Rajbhog Indian Market and Café (Cranberry)
Rajbhog Indian Market and Cafe, located in the Cranberry Mall, offers a wide selection of vegan items and a vegan menu. They also offer fresh turmeric and other exotic spices and vegetables in their food.
Ruckus Coffee Gallery & Cafe (Shaler Township)
Ruckus Coffee Gallery and Cafe is a coffeeshop located in Shaler Township. Ruckus offers dairy-free milk and flavor syrups for coffee drinks, as well as vegan smoothies and baked goods. Ruckus has a rotating menu of soups, many of which are vegan. All of their options are labeled on their menu. If you are looking for a vegan-friendly event space, the Ruckus team can work with you to create a vegan menu including entrees and baked goods to feed your guests.
Smoothie King (Wexford)
Smoothie King has been serving “smoothies with a purpose” since 1973 with the mission of inspiring people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Smoothie King prides itself on healthy options, large portions, and clear vegan labeling. In addition, most of their non-vegan smoothies can be made vegan with easy substitutions. Every smoothie on Smoothie King's menu is gluten-free, and almost every food allergy can be accommodated. All of their smoothies, many of which are meal replacements, are made-to-order and crafted with health and fitness goals in mind. Smoothie King in Wexford also offers a variety of vegan-friendly prepackaged snacks and supplements.
Sugar Spells Scoops (Sharpsburg)
1014 North Canal St, 15215
Sugar Spells Scoops is an all-vegan ice cream business, offering a rotating menu of flavors in various sizes. They use a variety of bases for their ice cream, such as coconut milk, and they buy organic ingredients whenever possible. Favorite flavors are available in half-gallon or larger sizes, and you can order custom flavors and other confections, such as ice cream sandwiches and cakes. Sugar Spells Scoops products are available at select community events, or you can order online by contacting them at sugarspellscoops@gmail.com.
Tamarind Savoring India (Cranberry)
Located in Cranberry and Greentree, Tamarind Savoring India is an award-winning restaurant, offering authentic North Indian, South Indian, and Indo-Chinese fusion cuisine. Their style can range from the gourmet to Indian “street food” all with a contemporary touch. Nearly a dozen entrees are labeled vegan on their menu, in addition to a wide selection of vegan appetizers. Drop by for their lunch buffet or Thali, which is a mini-buffet served to your table (availability varies per location). BYOB.
The Milkshake Factory (Cranberry)
2085 Mackenzie Way, 16066
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
The Milkshake Factory (McCandless)
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Vibe (Bellevue)
VIBE is a beverage bar in Bellevue, with coffees, teas, and vegan options on smoothies.
Waffles INCaffeinated (Beaver)
Waffes INCaffeinated is a breakfast spot in Beaver. They offer vegan waffle batter to make a vegan sweet or savory waffle, and dairy-free milk for coffee drinks.
Waffles INCaffeinated (Wexford)
Waffes INCaffeinated is a breakfast spot in Wexford. They offer vegan waffle batter to make a vegan sweet or savory waffle, and dairy-free milk for coffee drinks.
Aladdins Eatery (McMurray)
Aladdin's Eatery is a great place for Middle Eastern food, with 6 locations around the Pittsburgh area. The menu clearly identifies vegan, gluten-free, and even nut/seed-free options. Vegan offerings include favorites like hummus, baba, tabouli, and falafel, but also specialities such as Aladdin's platters, rolled pitas, and salad pockets.
Aladdins Eatery (Mt. Lebanon)
Aladdin's Eatery is a great place for Middle Eastern food, with 6 locations around the Pittsburgh area. The menu clearly identifies vegan, gluten-free, and even nut/seed-free options. Vegan offerings include favorites like hummus, baba, tabouli, and falafel, but also specialities such as Aladdin's platters, rolled pitas, and salad pockets.
Antonio's Pizzeria (Brookline)
Antonio's Pizzeria is an Italian restaurant, located in the Brookline neighborhood of the South Hills. They offer a wide variety of vegan pizza toppings, with vegan versions of great specialty pizzas and even a pizza boat. They also feature a number of vegan subs, including an Italian and several different Parmesan sandwiches. Antonio’s sources their three vegan meats through Herbivorous Butcher, and you can choose from over a dozen other plant-based toppings, all of which are sautéed in vegetable oil. At Antonio’s, you can dine-in, get delivery, or pick up your order. Order on their website for the best pickup and delivery deals, and when you do, be sure to click on “add” to specify “vegan mozzarella”.
Asadero by Mindful (Carnegie)
Asadero is a restaurant located at Mindful Brewing Company.
Betsy's Ice Cream (Mt. Lebanon)
Betsy's Ice Cream in Mt. Lebanon is a local shop that offers and refreshing sorbet, delectable vegan ice cream, and even banana whip! Betsy's takes pride in their house-made creations, and their inventive flavors are constantly changing. Pop in and enjoy your favorite treat inside the shop, people-watch from their outdoor seating, or grab a pint to go.
Caliente Pizza and Draft House (Mt. Lebanon)
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
Condado Tacos (South Hills)
Located in South Hills Village, Condado Tacos is a build-your-own taco restaurant. Vegan protein choices are portobellos, jackfruit, or tofu, with your choice from an array of shells, sauces, and toppings, all of which you mark in pencil on your own convenient ordering menu. Condado's tortilla chips are made fresh, and you can choose from several delicious types of salsa and guacamole. They also specialize in margaritas, with a variety of beer, whiskey and tequila on hand as well.
Condado Tacos (Upper St. Clair)
Condado Tacos is a build-your-own taco restaurant. Vegan protein choices are portobellos, jackfruit, or tofu, with your choice from an array of shells, sauces, and toppings, all of which you mark in pencil on your own convenient ordering menu. Condado's tortilla chips are made fresh, and you can choose from several delicious types of salsa and guacamole. They also specialize in margaritas, with a variety of beer, whiskey and tequila on hand as well.
Country Style Pizza (Bridgeville)
Family owned and operated in Bridgeville, Country Style Pizza is a delivery and takeout storefront, serving pizza, salads, and sandwiches. They have an extensive vegan menu, and they pride themselves on their unique specialty pizzas, which come in a variety of shapes. Whenever possible, Country Style sources their produce from a local farmer’s market, and their signature all-vegan Syrian flatbread is the base for all of their pizzas and sandwiches. Country Style is also a wholesale bread bakery; you can order online, and you can find their bread in local stores as well.
East End Brewing (Mt. Lebanon)
651 Washington Road, 15228
East End Brewing Company is a brewpub located in Larimer. Along with locally-made beer, cider, and soda, they offer veganized versions of your favorite bar foods like dips, pretzels, pickled veggies, and even speciality pizzas with their Pie of the Week.You can enjoy your local beer and delicious vegan meal inside East End Brewing’s brewpub or out on the patio.
Fresh from the Farm Juices (McMurray)
Fresh From the Farm Juices offers an array of fresh, cold-pressed juices made with organic, local produce, as well as a generous selection of homemade vegan salads, wraps, and desserts. Located in the rear of the Lakeview Square shopping plaza in McMurray (near Donaldson's Crossroads), the cafe offers abundant seating and parking, and free sampling of any juice or food item.
Giovanni's Pizza and Pasta (Dormont)
Giovanni’s Pizza and Pasta is a popular Italian restaurant, located in the Dormont neighborhood of the South Hills. They offer great vegan pizza with Daiya brand cheese, and you can choose from seven different plant-based toppings, all of which are sautéed in vegetable oil. Also, their vegan hoagies feature a variety of Beyond and Gardein proteins. At Giovanni’s, you can dine-in, get delivery, or pick up your pizza order. Order on their website for the best pickup and delivery deals, and be sure to specify “vegan cheese” under “special Instructions”.
Mad Mex (Lakeside)
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Mad Mex (South Hills)
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Musa Caribbean/Cajun Fare (Beechview)
Musa Caribbean / Cajun Fare is a family-owned restaurant in Beechview. They offer a number of vegan dishes, and their bar features rum and other tropical drinks.
Pink House Chocolates (Finleyville)
Pink House Chocolates is a chocolate shop located right next to the train tracks in Finleyville, Washington County. This quaint establishment has a fully-stocked shelf of Certified Vegan products, proudly made in-house by the store owner. Traditional selections are available year-round, and specialty items are made for the holidays, including fan-favorite Easter chocolate rabbits. Select Pink House Vegan Chocolates can also be found at Giant Eagle Market District locations in Robinson and Bethel Park.
Scoops at Blue Flame (Jefferson Hills)
Scoops at Blue Flame is an ice cream shop that offers vegan flavors.
Tamarind Savoring India (Greentree)
Located in Cranberry and Greentree, Tamarind Savoring India is an award-winning restaurant, offering authentic North Indian, South Indian, and Indo-Chinese fusion cuisine. Their style can range from the gourmet to Indian “street food” all with a contemporary touch. Nearly a dozen entrees are labeled vegan on their menu, in addition to a wide selection of vegan appetizers. Drop by for their lunch buffet or Thali, which is a mini-buffet served to your table (availability varies per location). BYOB.
Thai Spoon (Dormont)
Located in the heart of the busy Dormont shopping district, Thai Spoon has everything you want from a Thai restaurant, including delicious appetizers, salads, soups, rice and noodle dishes, and curries. They have several different “mock” proteins to choose from, as well as vegan desserts! Thai Spoon also features weekday lunch specials, and they are BYOB-friendly.
The Milkshake Factory (McMurray)
3840 Washington Road, 15317
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Waffles INCaffeinated (Upper St. Clair)
Waffes INCaffeinated is a breakfast spot in Upper St. Clair. They offer vegan waffle batter to make a vegan sweet or savory waffle, and dairy-free milk for coffee drinks.
Café Chocolade (Oakdale)
Café Chocolade is a European-style bakery and café in Oakdale, featuring a weekly menu of fresh salads, entrees, and pastries. The café is almost entirely gluten-free, and the menu uses an extensive labeling system to indicate not only vegan, but also GF, nut-free, soy-free, and other allergen-sensitive information. Café Chocolade also makes fresh breads, pizza crusts, and gourmet pastas from scratch in an impressive array of flavors, many of which are vegan or vegan-possible: just check the menu for each week’s offerings and call ahead to place your order!
Caliente Pizza and Draft House (Crafton)
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
Caliente Pizza and Draft House (Sewickley)
Caliente Pizza and Draft House is a local chain of family-owned and family-oriented pizza restaurants with award-winning dough and championship-winning pizzas. They are committed to having something for everyone at their five locations around the Pittsburgh region: Bloomfield, Hampton, Mt. Lebanon, Aspinwall, and Monroeville. On their menu, you can choose their delicious specialty vegan gourmet pizza, create your own with vegan cheese and your choice of toppings, and choose from several vegan starters and desserts on the menu. Caliente also prides itself on its craft beers, with specialty drafts and bottles of brew from around the country and across the globe.
Choolah Indian BBQ (Robinson)
Choolah is a fast-casual indian restaurant with several vegan options.
Mad Mex (Robinson)
One of multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area, Mad Mex is known for its large portions of Tex-mex food and for its even larger margaritas. Along with a hip vibe and Día de Muertos-themed decor, Mad Mex offers vegan options in every section of the menu, whether it be tacos, enchilladas, fajitas, or burritos! You can select between portabella mushrooms or tofu as your protein filling, and vegan cheese and sour cream can be substituted on any dish.
Smoothie King (Bridgeville)
Smoothie King has been serving “smoothies with a purpose” since 1973 with the mission of inspiring people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Smoothie King prides itself on healthy options, large portions, and clear vegan labeling. In addition, most of their non-vegan smoothies can be made vegan with easy substitutions. Every smoothie on Smoothie King's menu is gluten-free, and almost every food allergy can be accommodated. All of their smoothies, many of which are meal replacements, are made-to-order and crafted with health and fitness goals in mind.
The Epochary Inn (Ambridge)
The Epochary Inn is a boutique inn located in Ambridge, just outside of Pittsburgh, offering luxury accommodations, and the complimentary Guest Cafe is stocked with snacks and beverages which are all-vegan! This 200 year old restored Harmonist home features unique, museum-like décor, and their menu rotates, featuring special selections for holidays and events. Along with delicious vegan fare, guests at the Epochary Inn can enjoy turndown service and other amenities in the luxury suites, as well as shopping at local small businesses.Private dinners can also be reserved by contacting the inn through their website.
The Milkshake Factory (Moon)
9898 University Boulevard, 15108
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
The Milkshake Factory (Bridgeville)
193 Millers Run Rd, 15017
The Milkshake Factory is a local family business, serving up exceptional specialty milkshakes. The Milk Shake Factory has eleven locations, all of which offer vegan/non-dairy options. All of their decadent and delicious vegan milkshakes are loaded with quality ingredients.... and several are also gluten-friendly!
Tikka 'N' Wrapz (Robinson)
220 McHolme Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, 15275
Tikka 'N' Wrapz is a family-owned fast causal Indian restaurant in North Fayette/Robinson. Their menu is inspired by Indian street food which will bring memories of home to those that are familiar, and exotic flavors to those that are new. Build your own wrap, bowl, salad, quesadilla or taco, with clearly-labeled proteins and grains, or order a Chef’s Signature or street food meal.
Catatouille
Catatouille is a food truck with a rotating, fully vegan menu! They offer sweet and savory options, with flavor palettes spanning a wide variety of cuisines. All of the proceeds from the Catatouille food truck benefit local charities.
Chip and Kale (Beechview)
Chip and Kale is a meal delivery service that delivers homemade vegan meal kits right to your door. They also offer meal kit pickups at their Beechview location (via steelcitymeals.com). Chip and Kale's mission is to make healthy, plant-based food, accessible and easy, so everyone can enjoy vegan cooking at home-- no matter how busy their lifestyle! Their menu changes weekly and an entirely gluten-free option is generally available. Because there’s no subscription, you choose when you’d like to order: All meal kits are prepared fresh and come with easy-to-follow instructions.
Disfrutar
Disfrutar is a 100% vegan Mexican mobile business. Their menu offers street tacos and salsa, along with specials like empanadas, taquitos, and tamales! Vegan protein offerings vary, and include soy curls, tofu, chorizo, and vegan beef. Disfrutar hosts pop-ups at coffeeshops and outdoor events all around the city of Pittsburgh, and they take payments in cash or via Venmo. You can keep up with their pop up schedule on Instagram.
Enufpgh is a Pittsburgh-based pop-up serving soul food, including fried vegan meats, crabcakes, and macaroni and cheese.
Hello Hummus
Hello Hummus is a local business that spreads a wide variety of hummus offerings and salads at farmer’s markets all across the city. Pick up dippable classic hummus flavors like roasted garlic, roasted pepper, and Mediterranean at any of the markets they set up shop Monday through Saturday, or venture into their unique delicious hummus blends like cucumber dill, lemon basil, and sweet potato curry. Several Hello Hummus flavors can also be found in the cooler section of the East End Food Co-op. Check out their website (www.hellohummus.com) to see their farmer’s market schedule and a full menu of their hummus flavors and salads, and connect with them on social media (@hello_hummus in Instagram or HelloHummus on Facebook) to send them a message or to see pictures of what they’re bringing this week to your local market.
House of Soul Catering
A small family business in Munhall, House of Soul Catering serves home-style cooking and southern cuisine.
Littlejohn Eatz
Often found as a pop-up at Everyday's a Sunday in Garfield, Littlejohn Eatz serves up brunch and comfort food. Most items are vegan.
LOVE, KIMARI. VEGAN SOUL
412-609-8156
LOVE, KIMARI. VEGAN SOUL puts a plant-based spin on traditional cuisines including Mexican, Asian, Jamaican, Italian, Indian, and Mediterranean. Check Facebook for menus, and order by text for pick-up.
Mami's Bakes
Mami’s Bakes is a licensed home-based bakery, bringing sweets to the entire Pittsburgh area. All of Mami’s Bakes treats are vegan and gluten-free, and baked with love. Noel's menu features vegan breads and sweets, as well as veganized versions of Cuban favorites. Online orders are always open, in addition to a weekly pickup menu at his home kitchen. You can also find Mami’s Bakes goods at monthly pop-up events and wholesale locations around the city.
NoocH is a mobile restaurant that offers pop-up dinners at various locations around the city. NoocH's all-vegan menu rotates, featuring veganized versions of traditional favorites, classic holiday meals, and entrees and treats inspired by a variety of cultures. Along with their pop-up events, you can order vegan cheeses and desserts via their Instagram.
Onion Maiden (Allentown)
The all-vegan menu from Onion Maiden can be found as a pop-up, often at their former East Warrington Avenue in Allentown. Metal reigns supreme in OM's welcoming and comfortable space. Fans of their pop-up will recognize favorites featuring duly-themed names of soups, appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Your taste buds will be slayed, and you'll leave satisfied. Oh yes, you will leave satisfied.
PureGrub412
Pure Grub an online/mobile business which offers dairy-free, gluten-free options with health in mind. Find them every Friday at the North Side Farmer's Market.
Sharayah's Plant-Based Treats
Sharayah's Plant-Based Treats is an online and mobile bakery. Based in the south hills, Sharayah makes vegan pop tarts in classic flavors. Sharayah's Plant-Based Treats offers delivery and pickup, and can also be found at farmers markets and other events around the city. You can keep up with Sharayah's flavors and schedule on her Instagram page!
The Chosen Crumb
412-334-4893
The Chosen Crumb offers 100% vegan small-batch baked goods. Custom order cakes, cupcakes, and cookies are beautifully created in their certified home bake shop. They also offer Crumb Boxes, with different specials and unique flavors that are not on the regular menu. Gluten-free options are also available. Orders are placed online and pick-up is available in Butler and various locations closer to Pittsburgh.
Veggies N'at
Veggies N’at offers ready-to-heat vegan meals for pick up or delivery once a week on Monday evenings. Their menu changes weekly and they always offer a variety of dishes with fresh veggies and innovative flavor combinations! Besides being perfect for those times when you don’t feel like cooking, Veggies N’at also offers vegan food for catering, private parties, and collaborative pop-up events in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas. Check them out on Instagram for their weekly menu and send a DM or email veggiesnat@gmail.com to place an order.
Wild Rise Bakery
Wild Rise Bakery makes gluten-free baked goods using gluten-free grains, wild & bakers’ yeasts, and other local and regionally sourced ingredients. Menus are posted weekly, and orders can be placed online (link through Instagram account), by email, and by phone, and picked up at either the Lawrenceville or Wilkinsburg farmer’s markets, or at the BOOM! Concepts Art Gallery and Creative Incubator Space in Garfield. All bread and bagels are currently vegan, with some vegan pastry offerings occasionally offered and more in the works!
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