Vegan Eats: Best Vegan Restaurants In Scottsdale

Forks up, veg heads! Scottsdale’s culinary scene is brimming with new and inventive vegan eats, from tasty plant-based meat alternatives to dishes so creative even carnivores may reconsider (vegan banh mi or chocolate peanut butter tart, anyone?).

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Scottsdale vegan restaurants, complete with personal menu recommendations. While plenty of restaurants offer at least one or two vegan dishes, our list focuses on places that make it easy to be an herbivore. All of these restaurants offer several clearly-labeled vegan options, no modifications required.

True Food Kitchen

If you know the concept behind True Food Kitchen, it comes as no surprise that it’s one of the best vegan restaurants in Scottsdale (and arguably, the entire Valley). Best-selling author and  doctor of integrative medicine Dr. Andrew Weil helped develop the restaurant, which focuses on whole, anti-inflammatory ingredients that happen to taste fantastic, too.

• Guacamole (trust us, this isn’t just any guacamole…it’s some of the best in the city!): Siete tortilla chips, avocado, lime, edamame, pistachio pesto
• Ancient Grain Bowl: Miso sesame glazed sweet potato, charred onions, snap peas, portobello, avocado, organic grains, pistachio pesto, hemp seeds and turmeric
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart: Almond & coconut crust, TCHO chocolate ganache and peanut butter fillingf

Farm & Craft

Farm & Craft is highly Instagrammable, dog-friendly and has over a dozen vegan dinner options and nearly 20 for brunch and lunch. That includes several kombucha cocktails and fun drinks meant for groups of four or more, making this one of Scottsdale’s best brunch destinations. Try the Field of Flowers, served in a glass ‘garden’ with real flowers.

• Farmacy Bowl: Garbanzo, olive and tomato mix; brown rice tabbouleh, pickled cucumber, beet power kraut, spring mix and orange tahini
• Veggie Enchiladas: Garlic squash, roasted tomato and corn, spinach, sweet potatoes, vegan cheese, blue corn tortillas and tomatillo coconut sauce
• Roasted Corn and Squash Flatbread: House red sauce, vegan mozzarella, roasted squash, corn and chimichurri

HULA’s Modern Tiki

We know what you’re thinking—one of Scottsdale’s best vegan restaurants is also one of its best tiki bars?! Yes, in fact! The decidedly modern take on the classic tiki bar offers everything from authentic tiki-style tropical cocktails to brunch, dinner and an excellent happy hour.

• Hula Burger: Impossible burger, grilled Maui onions and vegan Hula sauce
• Vegan Jungle Tofu Rice Bowl: Fried tofu, jungle curry sauce and fried sweet plantains
• Spicy Tofu Tacos: Spicy tofu, taco slaw and sun-dried tomato pesto aioli

The Herb Box

This locally-owned restaurant is celebrated for its scratch kitchen and ultra-fresh, seasonal menus. The two locations, Old Town and Scottsdale & Shea, both offer brunch, lunch, dinner and excellent happy hour. Notably, The Herb Box also has a reputation for having some of the city’s best takeout.

• Korean Fried Cauliflower: Rainbow quinoa, radish sprouts, snap peas, toasted sesame seeds, and Korean hot sauce (also available during happy hour)
• Vegan Nosh Board: Rainbow quinoa, blackberries, fennel, grilled onions, orange, pistachios, kale pakora, Korean fried cauliflower, and crisp brussels sprout chips
• Lentil Cauliflower Plate: Black lentils, crispy brussels sprout chips, pickled red grapes, rainbow quinoa, roasted cauliflower, agave Dijon, and yellow pepper aioli

Tocaya Organica

Located at Old Town’s Scottsdale Fashion Square, Tocaya’s motto is “Live Without Compromise.” And boy, does this modern Mexican restaurant deliver! Not only does Tocaya have a vegan taco menu, but you can also customize protein and cheese options for nearly every dish. Combine that with cheery décor and refreshing flavored agua fresca drinks, and you can’t help but leave feeling happy and refreshed.

• Vegan Tinga Tacos: Cilantro lime vegan chick’n, crispy fried onions, lime pepita mole vinaigrette
• Street Corn en Fuego Bowl: Street corn, jalapeño cabbage, cilantro lime rice, avocado, lime and arbol salsa. Recommended with adobo tofu.
• Guiltless Burrito: Roasted cauliflower rice, black beans, tri-color peppers, jalapeño cabbage, queso Oaxaca and vegan chipotle crema

Dilla Libre Dos

A local go-to for Mexican specialties, award-winning Dilla Libre serves up gourmet quesadillas, tacos, bowls and a huge selection of tequila and mezcal cocktails. There is even a Vegan Cantina Menu, with plant-based versions of nearly every dish on the traditional menu.

• Vegan Carne Asada Fries: Hand-cut fries topped with Beyond Burger Carne Asada, vegan chile con queso, pico de gallo, shredded vegan cheese and garnished with sriracha, cilantro, guac and vegan ranch
• Vegan Banh Migo: Chickpea chorizo, pickled root veggies, vegan cheese, cucumbers, serranos, maggi aioli, Thai basil, mint and cilantro
• Papa Verde Tacos: Fried potatoes, green chilies, pico de gallo and vegan cotija cheese

Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen

Picazzo’s made the best vegan restaurant list not only for their delicious food, but because ordering vegan pizza and pasta has never been so easy. The dedicated vegan menu has more than 30 options, meaning you aren’t relegated to a small side menu.

• Vegan Meatball Marinara Pasta: Rigatoni, marinara sauce and house-seasoned vegan meatballs
• Vegan Chik’n Picatta: Vegan Daring chick’n, rigatoni, vegan lemon-butter caper sauce and broccolini
• Vegan BBQ Chik’n Pizza: Traditional BBQ or BBQ chipotle sauce, vegan Daring chick’n, vegan mozzarella cheese, red onion, cilantro and BBQ drizzle

SumoMaya

A unique and undeniably trendy Asian-Mexican fusion concept, SumoMaya is well-known for its colorful, Insta-worthy eats and nightclub vibes. Here, you can enjoy both sushi and tacos while sipping a cocktail. All vegan, of course!

• Vegan Ceviche: Asparagus, broccolini, cucumber, bean sprouts, crispy quinoa and yuzu mango sauce
• Sumo Vegetarian Roll: Cucumber, asparagus, apple jalapeno, piquillo pepper chimichurri and micro cilantro
• Yakisoba Pan Fried Noodles: Market vegetables + sweet and savory sauce

Cornish Pasty Co.

Traditional pasties (pronounced past-ees, handheld pastry pies typically stuffed with meat) are a far cry from vegan. However, Cornish Pasty Co. has made a spot for everyone at the table with a variety of hearty vegan pasties, including two daily rotating flavors. You might want to loosen your belt for this one – even though they’re veggie-forward, they are filling!

• Vegan Oggie: Portobello mushrooms, potatoes, rutabaga and onions. Served with a side of ketchup or house sauce. 
• Vegan Cubano: House Mojo jackfruit, vegan ham, vegan cheese, dill pickles and yellow or spicy mustard.
• Vegan Guinness Stew: House made steak-style seitan, simmered in a vegan Guinness gravy with red potato, mushrooms, carrot and celery. Layered with vegan cheese, sautéed leeks and cabbage. Served with a side of chive tahini.