Queen Anne

• The Sushi Samurai – Washington State’s first and only 100% plant-based sushi restaurant, offering innovative vegan sushi rolls and Japanese dishes.
  
  
  

Georgetown

• Georgetown Liquor Company – A 100% vegan bar and restaurant located in the historic Georgetown neighborhood, known for its punk rock vibe and all-vegan menu of sandwiches, salads, and sides.
  
  
  

West Seattle

• Box Bar – A women-owned, 100% vegan bar and restaurant offering plant-based brunch and artisanal cocktails in a laid-back setting.
  
  
  

Wallingford

• Harvest Beat – A family-run gourmet vegan restaurant serving five-course, farm-to-table meals featuring whole food ingredients sourced from local farms and foragers.
  
  
  

Capitol Hill

• Dough Joy – A queer-owned donut shop offering creative vegan donuts like “The Faconator” and “PB & HEYYY.”
  
  
  

• Frankie & Jo’s – Renowned for plant-based, gluten-free ice cream in unique flavors.
  
  
  

• Shikorina – Black- and LGBTQ-owned bakery serving vegan pastries, cakes, and hand pies.
  
  
  

• Sweet Alchemy – Offers vegan ice cream made with house-crafted ingredients.
  
  
  

• Life on Mars – A fully vegan bar and restaurant with a vinyl record wall and Seattle-inspired design.

• Cinnaholic-  A fully vegan bakery chain that includes cinnimon rolls, cookiedoguh, browines, and shakes. 
  
  
  

Madison Valley

• Cafe Flora – A beloved vegetarian institution offering a wide array of vegan options, including dishes like jackfruit curry, vegan risotto, and coconut cake. The restaurant emphasizes local, organic, and sustainable ingredients in a beautiful, plant-filled setting.
  
  
  

Ballard

• Cycle Dogs – Vegan comfort food spot known for burgers, hot dogs, and brunch.
  
  
  

• Frankie & Jo’s – Another location of the beloved vegan ice cream shop.
  
  
  

• Sweet Alchemy – Second location offering vegan ice cream delights.
  
  
  

University District

• Araya’s Place – Seattle’s longest-running vegan Thai restaurant offering dishes like Pad Thai and green curry.
  
  
  

• Frankie & Jo’s – Third Seattle location of the vegan ice cream chain.
  
  
  

• Sweet Alchemy – Original location near the University of Washington campus.
  
  
  

Green Lake

• The Wayward Vegan Café – Beloved spot for veganized American diner eats, including breakfast and lunch options.
  
  
  

• Mighty-O Donuts – Organic, 100% plant-based donuts made from scratch.
  
  
  

South Lake Union

• Kati Vegan Thai – Authentic vegan Thai cuisine with a full bar.
  
  
  

Chinatown-International District (CID)

• ChuMinh Tofu & Vegan Deli – Vietnamese eatery offering all-vegan dishes and a Sunday free meal program.
  
  
  

Pioneer Square

• Isle of Plants – Seattle’s only vegan grocery store with pantry, fridge, and frozen foods, plus community events.
  
  
  

• Rojo’s Mexican Food – A 100% plant-based Mexican restaurant offering burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and aguas frescas.
  
  
  

Pike Place Market

• El Borracho – A 100% plant-based Mexican restaurant known for its nachos, tacos, and burritos, with a salsa bar featuring house-made salsas.
  
  
  

🧁 Vegan Bakeries & Dessert Shops

• Dough Joy – Creative vegan donuts with adventurous flavors.
  
  

• Shikorina – Offers a variety of vegan baked goods, including cakes and hand pies.
  
  

• Flying Apron – Vegan and gluten-free pastries and custom cakes.
  
  

• Frankie & Jo’s – Plant-based ice cream made with local and fairly-traded ingredients.
  
  

• Sweet Alchemy – Vegan ice cream crafted with house-made ingredients.
  
  

💚 Why Support These Vegan Businesses?

Seattle’s vegan community has faced challenges in recent years, with several beloved establishments closing due to various factors, including economic pressures. Supporting the remaining fully vegan and vegetarian businesses helps sustain the city’s plant-based culinary scene and promotes ethical, sustainable dining options.

Note: While Finch & Pine in Capitol Hill offers many vegan options, it is not a fully vegan establishment as it still serves some animal products.

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Last Note:

Seattle’s vegan dining scene has experienced notable changes over the past year, with several beloved establishments closing their doors. In January 2025, Plum Bistro and its sibling spot, Plum Chopped, both shuttered after 16 years of serving inventive vegan fare on Capitol Hill. Chef Makini Howell, a trailblazer in Seattle’s vegan movement, is now focusing on her tofu business in Georgetown .

Another closure was Araya’s Place in Madison Valley, which ended its decade-long run in early 2024. The family-owned vegan Thai restaurant continues to operate locations in the University District and Bellevue.

Ben & Esther’s Vegan Jewish Deli on Capitol Hill, a newer addition to the scene, closed at the end of 2023 .

These closures reflect broader challenges, including Seattle’s new $20.76 minimum wage law, which has placed financial strain on small businesses .

To the owners, chefs, and staff who poured their hearts into these establishments: thank you. Your dedication brought joy and nourishment to many. As we bid farewell, we carry forward the flavors and memories you've gifted us, wishing you success in your future endeavors.