Cambridge’s plant-based dining scene offers a vibrant culinary landscape where innovative vegan cuisine meets academic creativity. From Harvard Square to Central Square, local restaurants transform traditional dishes into delectable meat-free masterpieces that satisfy both committed vegans and curious food enthusiasts.
Whether craving organic bowls at Life Alive, creative small plates at Alden & Harlow, or international flavors at My Thai Vegan Cafe, Cambridge’s vegan restaurants showcase remarkable diversity and commitment to sustainable, delicious dining experiences.
Discover Cambridge’s most delicious vegan dining destinations!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Cambridge
- Life Alive
- Alden & Harlow
- Tatte Bakery & Cafe
- Veggie Grill by Next Level
- My Thai Vegan Cafe & Bubble Tea Bistro
- Veggie Planet
Alden & Harlow
What to Expect
Subterranean dining space with inventive, seasonally-inspired menu
Description
Modern American restaurant serving bold, flavor-forward dishes that blend innovative techniques with traditional ingredients. Chef Michael Scelfo crafts an eclectic menu featuring creative small plates like hickory smoked carrots with buttermilk labneh, grilled broccoli with butternut squash hummus, and a rotating selection of inventive seasonal offerings.
Where: Cambridge | More Info: Alden & Harlow
Life Alive
What to Expect
Organic cafe with holistic nutrition-focused menu design
Description
Life Alive serves vibrant, plant-based organic cuisine that blends nutritious ingredients into creative vegetarian and vegan bowls, salads, and smoothies. Their menu features thoughtfully crafted dishes like The Swami Bowl with turmeric-ginger sauce and seasonal roasted vegetables, emphasizing whole foods and nourishing combinations that transform plant-based eating into an energizing experience.
Where: Cambridge | More Info: Life Alive
My Thai Vegan Cafe & Bubble Tea Bistro
What to Expect
Comprehensive Thai vegan menu with specialty bubble tea
Description
My Thai Vegan Cafe serves innovative plant-based Thai cuisine with an extensive bubble tea menu. Their creative vegan dishes reimagine traditional Thai flavors using fresh ingredients, featuring standout items like jackfruit pad thai and coconut curry. The Cambridge bistro offers a vibrant, casual dining experience for vegan and plant-based food enthusiasts.
Where: Cambridge | More Info: My Thai Vegan Cafe & Bubble Tea Bistro
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
What to Expect
Handcrafted European-style pastries and cafe cuisine
Description
European-inspired bakery and cafe featuring artisan pastries, hearty sandwiches, and fresh-baked goods. Known for intricate tarts, rustic sourdough breads, and carefully crafted breakfast and lunch offerings. Each location showcases detailed, hand-prepared bakery items with a Mediterranean aesthetic.
Where: Cambridge | More Info: Tatte Bakery & Cafe
Veggie Grill by Next Level
What to Expect
100% plant-based restaurant with organic vegetable focus
Description
Veggie Grill serves 100% plant-based fast-casual cuisine with an emphasis on organic vegetables and sustainable practices. Their menu features innovative vegan comfort food like Beyond Burgers, crispy 'chicken' sandwiches, and hearty grain bowls that transform traditional favorites into entirely plant-powered dishes.
Where: Cambridge | More Info: Veggie Grill by Next Level
Veggie Planet
What to Expect
Plant-based pizzas with international flavor profiles
Description
Veggie Planet serves innovative plant-based comfort food with global influences, specializing in creative vegan pizzas and hearty grain bowls. Their signature dishes blend international flavors like Korean BBQ jackfruit pizza and Mediterranean quinoa plates, offering Cambridge diners bold, satisfying vegan cuisine.
Where: Cambridge | More Info: Veggie Planet