A Vegan's Guide to Las Vegas

Although Las Vegas didn’t make the HappyCow Top Vegan Cities list, Sin City’s vegan scene is on the rise! In just the past year, a flood of vegan and vegan-friendly options have set up shop, catering to both tourists and locals alike. To truly live it up in Las Vegas, consult the HappyCow Top 10 Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in Las Vegas before you hit the Strip. The eateries are ranked by HappyCow community member reviews, offering a trusted perspective from tourists and locals alike. For a deeper dive, keep reading this “Best Of” page to discover our community’s favorite vegan-friendly restaurants, bakeries, dining experiences, and more. Viva Las Vegan!

Top 3 Vegan Restaurants

1. Chef Kenny's Asian Vegan Cuisine

Whether you’re in the mood for Chinese, Thai, or Japanese, Chef Kenny delivers exceptional vegan dishes in all of these cuisines. Sample some vegan sushi nigiri—a rare find in most sushi restaurants—then move on to one of the many specialty dishes. You won’t find Vegan Chilean Sea Bass or Beef Squash Pumpkin with Soft Tofu anywhere else in the city!

2. Tacotarian

Soft or crispy taco? Get both at Tacotarian. The impressive menu offers 14 different kinds of vegan tacos with fillings that range from fried beer-battered avocado to a variety of Latin-inspired vegan meats. While you’re at it, check out the other options on the menu, such as Frito Pie, Takis Elote, and Flautas. Or, just stop by for dessert! The vegan ice cream, fried Oreos, and churros with salted coconut caramel are well worth it.

3. Veganos Kitchen

Authentic, quick, and affordable Mexican food. Whether you’re craving a giant foil-wrapped burrito or traditional pozole, Veganos will provide. The menu also offers a few American classics, including burgers made with both Impossible and Beyond pattys, as well as a selection of pizzas with vegan cheese. Find something to satisfy everyone in your party then head out for a night on the town!

Top 3 Vegan-friendly Restaurants

1. Wynn Hotel - Terrace Pointe Cafe

This casual eatery inside the Wynn is perfect for a mixed company of eaters. The cafe offers a dedicated vegan menu developed by renowned plant-based chef, Tal Ronnen of the iconic Crossroads Kitchen. Vegan selections range from Vegan Chick’n and Waffles, Impossible Sliders, Organic Quinoa Lettuce Cups, and Spicy Tofu Scramble.

2. Sunrise Coffee

Coffee shop open until 9pm with a completely vegetarian and vegan-friendly food menu? Yes, please! When you need some caffeine to power through a late night of festivities, grab a bite to eat along with your plant milk latte. The Hot Mess Bowl or Tofurky Sandwich will surely tie you over until brunch the next day.

3. Panevino

Make your reservations now for this award-winning Italian restaurant with an extensive vegan menu. Not only are there plenty of vegan appetizers, mains, and desserts to choose from, this fine dining establishment also offers several gluten and oil-free options. Mangia!

Most Popular Dish to Try in Las Vegas

Photo courtesy: Andrew Buzek

Tempura Red Curry Squash at Momofuku (inside The Cosmopolitan)

Chef David Chang once scoffed at veganism, but now, he’s embraced the cuisine and created a few tantalizing plant-forward dishes at his Momofuku restaurants. While the menu changes daily, vegan patrons can’t stop talking about this spicy squash dish. If you’re out of luck the night you make your reservations, seek out the Smoked Pumpkin, which has received similar recognition and praise. Reservations are a required.

Best Place to Bring a Date for a High End Dinner

BLACKOUT

In typical Vegas fashion, BLACKOUT puts on a show. The restaurant promises to heighten your dining experience by turning off the lights, encouraging guests to feel their way through a four to six course vegan meal using their senses of touch, taste, smell, and sound. Menus are kept secret to ensure the element of discovery, but HappyCow members have confirmed that the food does not disappoint. Reservations are required.

Best Vegan Bakeries

1. Donut Bar

This gourmet donut shop has a cult-like following, and thankfully, plenty of vegan options! Flavors rotate daily, but there is always a selection of raised and cake varieties to choose from. Whether you’re a classic frosting and sprinkles person or cream-filled fanatic, stop by Donut Bar for a sinfully sweet treat!

2. Cinnaholic

Craving a giant cinnamon roll? Cinnaholic ups the ante by letting customers create their own magnificent pastry, offering a plethora of choices from the frosting to the toppings. Can’t decide? Choose from one of the signature creations and you’ll pick a winner every time. Las Vegas evidently can’t get enough of these warm and gooey all-vegan cinnamon rolls; there are 3 locations throughout the city!

Things to Do in Las Vegas

Vegans, Baby! Walking Food Tours

Get a taste of Sin City while exploring Downtown and the Strip. Led by Diana Edelman, founder of the city’s first comprehensive guide to the vegan eats of Vegas, Vegans, Baby! food tours combine sightseeing and delectable vegan eats in one. Visit the Vegans, Baby! website for upcoming tour dates and restaurants.

See a show

Cirque du Soleil? Pop concert? Broadway musical? No matter your style, Las Vegas is sure to entertain you. The city is populated with vegan and vegan-friendly eateries, but if your show is near the Strip, stop for dinner before the show at Mint Indian Bistro or The Modern Vegan.

*Note: Several vegan restaurants, vegan-friendly restaurants, and bakeries received equal ratings by HappyCow users. Those listed above are only three of these highest-ranked establishments on HappyCow Los Angeles. View the Top 10 List of Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in LA and all of LA’s vegan-friendly options.