Asheville’s vibrant plant-based scene thrives in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where innovative chefs transform local, organic ingredients into mouthwatering vegan cuisine that captures the city’s creative culinary spirit.
From downtown’s eclectic eateries to neighborhood gems, vegan dining in Asheville offers more than just meals—it’s a celebration of sustainable, compassionate food that reflects the city’s progressive and adventurous food culture.
Discover Asheville’s most delicious plant-powered dining spots!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Asheville
- Nine Mile
- Plant Vegan Restaurant
- Sunny Point Cafe
- Rosetta's Kitchen
- Pulp + Sprout Juice Bar + Vegan Cafe
Nine Mile
What to Expect
Caribbean-inspired vegetarian menu with extensive vegan options
Description
Nine Mile serves Caribbean-inspired vegetarian and vegan-friendly cuisine with bold, intensely flavored dishes. Their menu offers flexible options for vegetarians and vegans, featuring creative pasta and protein combinations with island-inspired seasonings. Standout dishes include Caribbean-style pasta plates with plant-based proteins and vibrant, reggae-influenced culinary presentations.
Where: Asheville | More Info: Nine Mile
Plant Vegan Restaurant
What to Expect
Microbial air cleaning system for enhanced dining environment
Description
Plant offers globally-inspired vegan cuisine that transcends traditional plant-based dining. Their scratch-made dishes blend multicultural flavors with thoughtfully sourced ingredients, creating sophisticated plates that appeal to vegans and non-vegans alike. The menu explores creative techniques and global spice profiles, transforming vegetables into stunning, flavor-packed compositions.
Where: Asheville | More Info: Plant Vegan Restaurant
Pulp + Sprout Juice Bar + Vegan Cafe
What to Expect
Organic cold-pressed juice and mylk bar with wellness-inspired menu
Description
A plant-based juice bar and cafe serving organic, nutrient-dense vegan cuisine with creative cold-pressed juices and wellness-focused dishes. Standout offerings include the Avo Toasty with cashew ricotta and the Mushroom Banh Mi, featuring seared mushrooms and sriracha aioli on a sourdough baguette.
Where: Asheville | More Info: Pulp + Sprout Juice Bar + Vegan Cafe
Rosetta's Kitchen
What to Expect
Locally sourced vegan comfort food
Description
Rosetta's Kitchen serves plant-based comfort food with creative vegan twists. Their menu features hearty grain bowls, inventive sandwiches, and signature dishes like the legendary tempeh Reuben. The kitchen emphasizes local ingredients and offers a relaxed, eclectic dining environment that captures Asheville's vibrant food culture.
Where: Asheville | More Info: Rosetta's Kitchen
Sunny Point Cafe
What to Expect
Extensive outdoor garden seating with farm-fresh ingredients
Description
Sunny Point Cafe serves hearty, locally-sourced breakfast and brunch with several vegetarian and vegan-friendly options. Their creative menu features dishes like black bean nachos, quinoa bowls, and veggie-packed breakfast plates that cater to plant-based diners seeking fresh, flavorful morning meals.
Where: Asheville | More Info: Sunny Point Cafe