Nashville’s plant-based dining scene is blooming with flavor, offering compassionate eaters a delicious array of vegan options that rival the city’s legendary culinary reputation. From cozy cafes to innovative restaurants, Music City serves up cruelty-free cuisine that satisfies every palate.
Local vegan hotspots like Nomzilla, Grins Vegetarian Cafe, and Copper Branch showcase Nashville’s commitment to creative, plant-based dining. These eateries prove that ethical eating can be a mouthwatering adventure in the heart of Tennessee.
Discover Nashville’s tastiest vegan restaurants now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Nashville
Copper Branch
What to Expect
100% plant-based restaurant with comprehensive menu
Description
A 100% plant-powered restaurant serving innovative vegan cuisine with an expansive menu of power bowls, salads, poutine, and burgers. Copper Branch crafts wholesome, ethical plant-based dishes that appeal to both committed vegans and those exploring plant-based eating. Their menu offers diverse options that showcase creative, nutrient-rich vegan interpretations of classic comfort foods.
Where: Nashville | More Info: Copper Branch
Grins Vegetarian Cafe
What to Expect
First certified kosher vegetarian restaurant in Nashville
Description
Nashville's pioneering kosher vegetarian café nestled on Vanderbilt's campus serves vibrant plant-based fare with Jewish culinary influences. Their menu features creative grilled sandwiches, fresh soups, and colorful salads, alongside exceptional vegan-gluten-free baked goods from Chef Shayne's Coyote Kitchen. Locally roasted organic coffee complements their thoughtfully crafted vegetarian selections.
Where: Nashville | More Info: Grins Vegetarian Cafe
Nomzilla
What to Expect
Cross-cultural flavor fusion beyond traditional sushi
Description
Asian fusion restaurant challenging traditional culinary boundaries in East Nashville. Their menu goes well beyond classic sushi, blending flavors from multiple cultures with an adventurous approach. Expect creative dishes that mix unexpected ingredients and techniques across a wide-ranging menu.
Where: Nashville | More Info: Nomzilla
Serenity Pizza
What to Expect
Globally-inspired vegan pizza menu with creative plant-based protein alternatives
Description
Serenity Pizza crafts innovative vegan pizzas that reimagine classic flavors through plant-based ingredients. Their menu features creative specialty pizzas like the Tennessee Taco and Karaoke Kimchi, combining global cuisines with dairy-free cheese and gluten-free crusts. Each pizza showcases inventive plant-based proteins like tempeh bacon, Peppr'oni, and shiitake mushrooms.
Where: Nashville | More Info: Serenity Pizza
The Wild Cow
What to Expect
Locally sourced plant-based Southern comfort cuisine
Description
Nashville's beloved vegan restaurant serving creative plant-based comfort food with Southern flair. Signature dishes include their jackfruit BBQ sandwich and loaded veggie nachos, featuring locally sourced ingredients and inventive flavor combinations that transform traditional Southern cuisine into vibrant vegan fare.
Where: Nashville | More Info: The Wild Cow
Vegelicious
What to Expect
Two-location vegan soul food restaurant with extensive menu
Description
Vegelicious serves soulful vegan cuisine that transforms classic comfort foods into plant-based masterpieces. Their Nashville Hot Fried 'Chicken' and Soul Food Plate showcase innovative vegan cooking that satisfies even skeptical meat-eaters. With two locations in Nashville and Antioch, this restaurant offers hearty, gluten-free dishes that celebrate flavor and creativity.
Where: Nashville | More Info: Vegelicious