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Plant-Based Plates: Vegetarian Restaurants in Center City

Dining options in Center City are more diverse than ever. From fine dining to fast-casual, takeout and cafes, plant-based passersby can always find plentiful vegetarian and vegan options. Check out our picks for the best meatless meals in Center City and discover what’s special for CCD Restaurant Week. 

Note: Please contact these restaurants for the most up-to-date information and menus.   

Restaurant Week Deals | Grab & Go Options | Sit Down Meals | Check the Map 

Restaurant Week Deals 

Alice Pizza  
Started nearly 30 years ago in Rome, Alice Pizza brings authentic Roman pizza to Philadelphia. Their menu celebrates mouthwatering pies and Italian specialties, available for lunch and dinner. 
📍 235 S. 15th Street  
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Lunch & Dinner Menus 

Bar Bombon
Bar Bombon reimagines authentic Puerto Rican recipes as plant-based meals, from buffalo cauliflower tacos and queso dip to Philly steak empanadas—all with homemade tortillas made "just like Abuela did." 
📍133 S. 18th Street 
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Lunch & Dinner Menus 

Charlie was a sinner.
Charlie was a sinner. perfects small plates and tasty drinks in a moody, elegant space. The all-vegan menu features shareable dishes like oyster mushroom "calamari," eggplant bao buns, and silken tofu and mushroom ramen. 
📍 131 S. 13th Street  
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Dinner Menu 

Condesa  
Named after Mexico City's vibrant neighborhood, Condesa honors traditional Mexican techniques and flavors with seasonal Philadelphia-grown ingredients. Vegan options include cauliflower tacos, sikil p'ak, grilled Caesar salad, and tropical sundae. 
📍 1830 Ludlow Street 
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Dinner Menu 

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Dizengoff  
This modern Israeli restaurant is anchored by its world-famous hummus and house-baked pita. The all-day menu has many salads, sandwiches and platters to choose from, making Dizengoff an excellent choice for groups.   
📍 1625 Sansom Street 
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Lunch & Dinner Menus 

Harper’s Garden   
Steps from Rittenhouse Square, Harper’s Garden offers a warm ambiance, both inside and outside in a cozy greenhouse. Vegetarian specialties include golden beet carpaccio, grilled Japanese eggplant, and mango sorbet.    
📍 31 S. 18th Street  
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Dinner Menu 

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Melograno BYOB  
Featuring their Rome-born chef's rustic fare in a compact, open-kitchen space, Melograno BYOB has been a go-to spot in Rittenhouse Square for years. You’ll know why after trying their vegan options this Restaurant Week.    
📍 2012 Sansom Street  
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Dinner Menu 

Spice Finch  
Featuring “seductive Mediterranean flavors” in the words of Craig LaBan, Rittenhouse’s Spice Finch features elevated comfort food like broccoli tabbouleh and shakshuka, along with delicious, unique additions like chickpea wedges.  
📍 220 South 17th Street  
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Dinner Menu 

 

Veda Modern Indian Bistro   
While preserving Indian heritage, culture, and flavors, the menu at Veda incorporates a modern outlook and approach. Stop by for lunch or dinner for a vegetarian culinary experience.   
📍 1920 Chestnut Street  
🔗 Website | Restaurant Week Lunch & Dinner Menus 

Grab & Go 

20th Street Pizza  
This no-frills pizza spot serves vegan pies, slices and salads for dine-in or takeout. For dessert, don’t skip their soft serve, which is made in-house.  
📍 108 S. 20th Street  
🔗 Website 

HipCityVeg 
HipCityVeg elevates fast food with hearty, plant-based options like burgers, chick'n sandwiches, tofu wraps, and seasonal milkshakes. Two Center City locations make it easy to grab a quick meal.  
📍127 S. 18th Street 
🔗 Website 

LUHV Vegan Deli at Reading Terminal Market  
At Center City’s famed Reading Terminal Market, Luhv Vegan Deli stands out with 100% plant-based classics: corned beef specials, Reubens on rye, breakfast sandwiches, hoagies, and groceries to go. 
📍51 North 12th Street 
🔗 Website 

Naked Lunch  
Inside Mom's Organic Market, Naked Lunch serves make-your-own bowls, salads, and organic raw juices. Pre-made vegetarian selections include black bean burgers, “sushi” bowls, and stuffed sweet potatoes. 
📍32 S. 11th Street (inside Mom’s Organic Market)  
🔗 Website  
 
P.S. & Co.  
Philadelphia's only 100% organic, plant-based, gluten-free, kosher parve café is a must-visit for vegans and adventurous eaters. P.S. & Co. focuses on nutrient-driven whole foods like amaranth porridge, tempeh bowls, tacos, and house-baked goods. 
📍1706 Locust Street 
🔗 Website 

Sit Down Meals 

Amma’s South Indian Cuisine  
Experience centuries-old southern Indian recipes made with simple and fresh ingredients. Though not exclusively plant-based, Amma’s offers a dedicated vegetarian menu including everything from samosas and paneer to chana masala and curries.  
📍 1500 Walnut Street  
🔗 Website 

Meet Harbin 
Meet Harbin makes authentic Chinese cuisine easy for plant-based foodies with a fully vegetarian menu. Spicy Szechuan tofu, veggie lo mein, sesame buns, and more are available for dine-in or takeout Monday through Saturday. 
📍1508 Sansom Street 
🔗 Website 

Pietro’s 
Huge windows, sidewalk seating, and an inviting dining room make Pietro's a Walnut Street destination. Vegetarian options include coal-oven pizza, salads, risotto balls, crispy cauliflower, eggplant parmesan, and cheese ravioli. 
📍 1714 Walnut Street 
🔗 Website 

Vedge
At Vedge, James Beard-nominated chefs transform local seasonal ingredients into high-end vegetable-focused dining. The ever-evolving menu features dishes like eggplant braciole, smoked portabella carpaccio, stuffed avocado, and spicy dan dan noodles.  
📍1221 Locust Street 
🔗 Website 

 

 

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