Orange County’s plant-based dining scene continues to bloom, offering innovative vegan cuisine that transforms local palates. Tustin and neighboring cities like Irvine and Costa Mesa now boast remarkable restaurants serving delicious, cruelty-free meals that challenge traditional dining expectations.
From FreeSoulCaffe’s locally sourced dishes to Veggie Grill’s hearty options and The Plot’s creative menu in Costa Mesa, vegan diners have unprecedented choices that prove plant-based eating can be both nutritious and incredibly satisfying.
Discover Orange County’s most delectable vegan dining destinations!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Tustin
FREESOULCAFFE
What to Expect
Zero-waste kitchen commitment
Description
FreeSoul Caffe serves plant-based comfort food with a California-fresh twist. Their entirely vegan menu features creative sandwiches, hearty bowls, and signature smoothies crafted from locally sourced ingredients. The cafe offers a bright, minimalist space perfect for casual dining with an emphasis on wholesome, flavorful vegan cuisine.
Where: Tustin | More Info: FREESOULCAFFE
The Plot - Costa Mesa (Costa Mesa)
What to Expect
On-site regenerative farm supplying restaurant ingredients
Description
The Plot serves innovative plant-based cuisine with a farm-to-table approach. Their menu features creative vegan dishes like jackfruit carnitas tacos and mushroom 'crab' cakes, highlighting locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant boasts an on-site regenerative farm that supplies fresh produce directly to the kitchen.
Where: Costa Mesa | More Info: The Plot - Costa Mesa
Veggie Grill (Irvine)
What to Expect
Entirely plant-based fast-casual restaurant chain
Description
Veggie Grill serves 100% plant-based comfort food with a California-casual vibe. Their menu features inventive vegan burgers, sandwiches, and bowls that transform classic American cuisine into wholesome, sustainable meals. Signature dishes like the Beyond Burger and cauliflower wings showcase creative plant-based protein alternatives that satisfy meat lovers and vegans alike.
Where: Irvine | More Info: Veggie Grill