Best Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in West Hollywood
Is there anywhere better than California to be a vegan?
West Hollywood isn’t just a haven for glitz and nightlife — it’s also a paradise for plant-based food lovers. Whether you’re a dedicated vegan, a curious omnivore or simply taking on the Veganuary challenge, this vibrant corner of LA offers some of the best spots for your next meat-free foodie adventure.
The Butcher’s Daughter
When a restaurant calls itself a “vegetable slaughterhouse,” you know you’re in for something extraordinary. The Butcher’s Daughter redefines plant-based dining with its bold, innovative approach. Lemon-lavender waffles and coconut yogurt with butterfly pea flowers and seasonal fruits are standouts on the all-day breakfast menu, and most items can be made vegan by substituting dairy-free cheese or tofu scramble. The lunch and dinner menus feature dishes like Mushroom Calamari, a burger with a beet and akua kelp patty, and stone-oven pizzas topped with sweet-potato béchamel, rice paper bacon, garlic confit and other intriguing toppings.
thebutchersdaughter.com | 8755 Melrose Ave.
Pura Vita
A great place for both gluten-free pastas and vegan options, Pura Vita combines creative culinary replacements for meat and wheat with an atmosphere reminiscent of a Manhattan wine bar. It was the very first 100% plant-based Italian restaurant in the country, and today, chef/owner Tara Punzone (a vegan herself) plates up traditional Italian favorites, like a fantastic carbonara. It’s a spaghetti noodle with macadamia nut romano cream, shiitake bacon and an “avocado egg” to keep that same delicious, gooey texture.
puravitalosangeles.com | 8274 Santa Monica Blvd.
Olivetta
Olivetta is perfect for a mixed group of meat-eaters and vegans, particularly if your group is celebrating or looking for fine dining. Old-world ingredients meet a Mediterranean design, and the wine list is a standout in the neighborhood. Their menu has plenty of vegetarian options, as well as clearly listed vegan choices. Check out the roasted oyster mushrooms over creamy polenta (vegan) or the burrata with pears and aged balsamic caviar (vegetarian).
olivetta.la | 9010 Melrose Ave.
Gracias Madre
Whitewashed walls, rustic iron and wood furnishings and dangling chandeliers give Gracias Madre a blend of old Mexico and new California chic — and the vegan Mexican cuisine is consistently lauded by critics, with good reason. Dishes like jackfruit “carnitas” tacos and gorditas with mushroom chicharrón use organic, plant-based and locally sourced ingredients for a meal that’s as good for the planet as it is for you. Their famed margaritas are cruelty-free, too.
graciasmadre.com | 8905 Melrose Ave.
Juniper
Tucked into the secret-garden-like courtyard of 1 Hotel West Hollywood, Juniper is a perfect place to grab drinks and small plates before a night out on the Sunset Strip. Chef Ginger Pierce pulls ingredients from the hotel’s organic garden to craft a menu that lets vegetables shine in dishes like Crunchy Kimchi Salad, Miso Baba Ghanouj and Roasted Heirloom Carrots. The sustainable ethos continues on the bar menu with biodynamic wines, local craft beers and botanical-based cocktails.
1hotels.com | 8490 Sunset Blvd.
Zinqué
Vegan and vegetarian dishes make up nearly half the menu at this French-inspired restaurant and neighborhood gathering place. Berry-studded chia seed pudding and quinoa breakfast burritos are an excellent way to greet the day (starting at 7 a.m.), with more yummy-sounding options for lunch and dinner, from Spanish Chickpea Curry and Green Lasagna to roasted-veggie ratatouille served with toasted Poilâne bread.
lezinque.com | 8684 Melrose Ave.
L.O.V.E. Organic Cafe
In the heart of Santa Monica Boulevard, L.O.V.E. (which stands for “Love Organic Vegan Eating”) draws inspiration from international cuisines for its vibrant and eclectic menu. Thai wings (with soy chicken wings), green curry, vegan sushi rolls, pad se ew and Impossible tacos are among the vegan dishes you need to try at this casual eatery.
loveinweho.com | 8205 Melrose Ave.
Zinc Café & Bar
Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, Zinc Café‘s diverse food menu is rounded out with specialty cocktails, wine, beer, cider and a handful of zero-proof libations. Vegetarians will rejoice at meat-free grain bowls, burritos, pizzas, pastas and salads.
zinccafe.com | 8607 Melrose Ave.
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Granville
A longtime locals’ favorite, this casual restaurant serves up plenty of plant-based options, with the flexibility to customize other dishes to suit vegan or vegetarian preferences. Try the butter lettuce cups stuffed with tempeh, the Superfood Longevity Salad or the chilaquiles with chili-spiced jackfruit. Plus, virtually any protein can be substituted with plant-based chicken, opening up tons of tasty possibilities.
granvillerestaurants.com | 8701 Beverly Blvd.
Rosaliné
The glass-walled, plant-filled dining room of this Peruvian hot spot provides a hint of what’s to come. Rosaliné’s vegan and vegetarian menu offers options like Beet Jerky Saltado, eggplant terrine with potato mousse and Peruvian Fried Rice loaded with roasted veggies.
rosalinela.com | 8479 Melrose Ave.
More Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in West Hollywood
Though plant-based cuisine isn’t the focus, you’ll still find solid vegan or vegetarian options at these spots:
Ardor | Craig’s | WeHo Bistro | Hugo’s | Norah | Cavatina
This article has been updated from an earlier article by Jenny Adams.