Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is one of the most visited cities in America for its affordable living, diverse cultures, top-notch restaurant selection, and world-class health care facilities, not forgetting the sports team’s mighty force, celebrated in this city. There is something for everyone in Pittsburgh, which makes it a haven for visitors from diverse cultures and tastes, whether meat lovers or vegans. If you are a vegan visiting Pittsburgh and you’re wondering where to eat, don’t worry, we have a list of 10 amazing restaurants which you can take a pick from for a meal. Plan a visit to ‘America’s most livable city’ and check out its wonders and dine in some of the best vegan spots you will ever see. Read below to find out about the best vegetarian restaurants in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
1. B52 Cafe
B52 is a stylish vegetarian cafe situated in the corner of Butler and 52nd streets, Upper Lawrenceville. This cafe features a fusion of American and Middle Eastern cuisine with house-baked goods, chocolates, and a full-service espresso bar. Even better, this restaurant offers a wide variety of vegan burgers that you might want to try out while visiting this place for a bite. Check out this restaurant for the most amazing vegan experience in Pittsburgh.
B52 Cafe
Address: 5202 Butler St, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201
Website: B52 Café
Opening hours: 8.00 am - 9:00 pm (daily)
2. Onion Maiden
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
This is a punk rock and heavy-metal-themed vegan and Asian fusion establishment known for its wide vegan meal selection and most of all, the vegan hot dogs. This place is well featured with some of the finest when it comes to treating its visitors to a wide array of vegetarian salads and tacos that you might want to have a taste of while visiting. Onion Maiden is located in the Allentown section of Pittsburgh and, normally, they have weekday dinners and Saturday lunches which you can sample while visiting this great city.
Onion Maiden
Address: 639 E Warrington Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Website: Onion Maiden
Opening hours: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (daily); Sat : 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
3. Apteka
Apteka is an all vegan restaurant that serves savory flavors of Eastern European cuisine which is a great haven for vegetarians, or if you feel like skipping meat for a day or two. This place seemingly always has a line out the door since it opens only in the evenings and you will find the menu written on a floor-to-ceiling piece of paper hung on the wall by the entrance, and then you order at the counter. Check out this place while visiting this city for the ultimate vegan treat.
Apteka
Address: 4606 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Website: Apteka
Opening hours: Wed-Sun: 5:00 pm - 12:00 am; (closed on Mon & Tue)
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4. Double Wide Grill
For people looking for an open-air spot, this is a restaurant that serves meat with vegan options available. The double wide grill has vegetarian and vegan items marked on the menu. Some of the vegan treats you can try on the menu are like barbeque pulled seitan sandwich, potato tacos, wood grilled veggies, Caribbean coconut tofu, and vegan Philly sandwich. They also have a kids’ menu that kids will enjoy.
Double Wide Grill
Address: 2339 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, 15203
Website: Double Wide Grill
Opening hours: 11:00 am - 2:00 am (daily)
5. The Zenith
If you are looking for the best brunch deal in Pittsburgh, here you go. This is one of the most pocket-friendly restaurants you’ll ever see with a whole vegan buffet going for as low as 11 USD. There is a salad bar with a wide array of salad options, 10 types of cakes and pies for vegans plus bottomless coffee or tea included in that price. The Zenith is a very cool funky spot, adorned with antique decorations on the floor to the ceiling so there’s no lack of things to look at while you dine. This is a place that will give you a great funky feeling as you indulge in your gluten-free meals.
The Zenith
Address: 86 S 26th St Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Website: The Zenith
Opening hours: Thur - Sun: 11:30 am - 8:30 pm; (closed on Mon to Wed)
6. Alladin's Eatery Mt Lebanon
Aladdin’s, Eatery is a vegetarian/vegan restaurant dedicated to providing natural and freshly prepared food with the menu staying free from preservatives to give you the ultimate Lebanese experience. They use extra virgin olive oil in their sauces and salad dressings to keep the freshness of the food paramount. Their menu includes a wide variety of meals, with over 30 vegan dishes to take a pick from, and salads that will make you want to return to the place again.
Alladin's eatery Mt Lebanon
Address: 630 Washington Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15228
Website: Aladdin’s Eatery Mt. Lebanon
Opening hours: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (daily)
7. Square Cafe
This is an all vegan restaurant that has been serving Pittsburgh people for a decade. They have well-designed seasonal menus that provide guests with delectable dishes to please every palate. Their menu features a variety of options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests, and Square’s friendly and knowledgeable staff are there to help you with your taste and dietary needs. Square Cafe also serves as a gallery showcasing local artists and catering services for parties big or small, so if you are visiting Pittsburgh and don’t know where to hold a big gathering, here is a good place for you.
Square Cafe
Address: 1137 S Braddock Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218, USA
Website: Square Café
Opening hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (daily)
8. Milky Way
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Milky Way serves up a great plate of delicious kosher food where their staple focus is on creating vegetarian/vegan meals that are family-friendly for their guests. They offer delicious kosher alternatives to the essential pizzeria foods normally sold in a standard pizzeria where they offer a greater vegan variety. You should try the vegetarian pies which are above standard in taste and quality; you won’t believe what an amazing taste they have.
Milky Way
Address: 2120 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA
Website: Milky Way
Opening hours: Sun - Thur: 11:30 am - 8:30 pm; Fri: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm; Sat: 9 pm - 12:00 am
9. Spak Brothers
This is a restaurant that serves meat and vegan options which are wide to accommodate visiting vegans and carnivores. Their vegetarian menu features vegan mozzarella, veggie sausage, pepperoni for pizza and seitan wings with sauces, seitan melt cheesesteak and Pittsburgh steak with cheese. Make sure to visit this restaurant if you are looking for a place with a well-cultured menu that has variety and taste for all tastes.
Spak Brothers
Address: 5107 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, USA
Website: Spak Brothers
Opening hours: Mon - Friday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sat: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Sun: 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10. El Burro
El Burro is a Mexican-themed restaurant that serves meat and vegan options. It is a small diner-like eatery offering tacos and burritos and it has a separate vegetarian/vegan menu which features soy chorizo and vegan cheese, taco salad, potato rolled tacos and Chile Arellano. If you are visiting Pittsburgh and you’re looking for the best vegetarian menu to suit your taste, El Burro is your spot.
El Burro
Address: 1108 Federal St Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Website: El Burro
Opening hours: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (daily)
Visit pittsburgh for the most amazing vegetarian treats
If you love the thrill of traveling as you sample various cuisines and dishes, Pittsburgh will give you the taste of the best vegetarian meals you will ever come across. Plan a visit to this city and check out the various vegan-friendly restaurants that will give you the best of service and ambiance as you sight-see in this great city.
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