Vegan food has blown up over the last few years, with more restaurants offering plant-based eats than ever before. Good thing scoring meatless dishes that are both animal friendly and satisfying is easy in Portland. With more than 50 all-vegan eateries, no one has to compromise when eating out. Here are my picks of the top places to eat vegan in Portland.
1. Fermenter’s Case
Google Reviews: 4.8 A quaint eatery amid the hustle and bustle of the ’hood, Fermenter’s Case is spacious with room for a large crowd. The menu features “healthy fermented goods,” including a selection of vegan cheeses, pickles, and krauts. Plus, it has a full bar with a rotating list of house-made beverages like kefir kombucha and ginger beer.2. Virtuous Pie
Google Reviews: 4.7 Virtuous Pie is a plant-based restaurant that takes a handcrafted approach to its menu — from their hand-stretched dough, made-from-plant cheese, and ice creams. They also offer kombucha brewed locally, craft beer on tap, and locally produced wine. If you are looking for satisfying food that is good for the body + soul, then this is the place to be.3. Blossoming Lotus
Google Reviews: 4.6 Blossoming Lotus offers an amazing plant-based menu using the highest quality ingredients available. They are committed to producing local, organic ingredients as often as available. Rest assured that you get served creatively crafted and made-with-love nourishment with up to 30+ ingredients sourced from nature.4. Pixie Retreat
Google Reviews: 4.5 Pixie Retreat is a fast-casual eatery that offers a wide variety of organic, plant-based food made from scratch. They are 100% organic and gluten-free, and you can enjoy their sweet-savory offerings, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pixie Retreat is a magical place where the food is healthy, and the vibe is whimsical.5. Next Level Burger
Google Reviews: 4.5 When you want a delicious burger but not the meat, Next Level Burger is your best option. This ingenious plant-based fast-food chain serves 100% animal product-free versions of American classics, including burgers, hot dogs (on sprouted grain bread), dairy-free milkshakes, and organic chili-cheese fries. It’s fast food—but not as you know it. Next time you crave a restaurant dining experience, hit one of these must-try vegan restaurants in Portland. You’ll love it. Source: https://www.travelportland.com/culture/vegan-food/Fabulous Healing
Liat Nadler is a nutritionist, dietitian, health and food relationship expert, licensed psilocybin facilitator, influencer, coach, and a Wall Street Journal #1 Best Seller co-author. She is the founder of Fabulous Healing Nutrition & Wellness, a retired engineer, who helps result-driven females get their glow, increase their confidence & energy, and step into their unstoppable sexy badass selves during perimenopause and beyond!