Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Channelside and Water Street

FitBowl Co.

One of the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants you’ll find in Tampa. They specialize in recreating foods that aren’t usually vegan, like burgers and Philly cheesesteaks, and turn them into “some of the most delicious foods in town” but without all the animal products. Plus, their donuts and brownies are out of this world!

Bamboozle Channelside

As soon as you walk in, you’ll be bamboozled by how amazing everything smells! Fall in love with Vietnamese cuisine and watch how your order gets made in front of you. The presentation is beautiful and the food is to die for!

Farmacy Vegan Kitchen + Bakery

One of the best vegan places you’ll find in Tampa. They specialize in recreating foods that aren’t usually vegan, like burgers and Philly cheesesteaks, and turn them into “some of the most delicious foods in town” but without all the animal products. Plus, their donuts and brownies are out of this world!

The Poké Company

Poké is a delicious combination of rice, veggies, sauces, and toppings like seaweed, pineapple, avocado, and wasabi peas.

The best part: you can even get your unique creation made in burrito form, perfect for on-the-go eating! Get your bowl or burrito with a rice base, like white, brown, or cauliflower. Then, add tofu if you’re looking for protein. Mix in edamame, onion, cilantro, seaweed, or cucumber.

Top it with scallions, sesame seeds, pickled ginger, or tempura flakes. Finish it off with options like ponzu sauce, spicy mayo, carrot ginger sauce, wasabi aioli, or miso.

Dang Dude

Dang Dude serves various delicious Asian food like noodles, dumplings, their signature Rou-jia-mo (a Chinese flatbread that you can get stuffed with tofu), refreshing boba teas, Asian beers, and sake!

This is a great option if you’re vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free! They have plenty of options to meet your dietary needs. Now onto the most important questions, do you want to taste first?

Publix Greenwise Market

Not technically a restaurant, but this would be the perfect place if you don’t have time to sit down. They have hot ready-to-grab food options that are ideal if you’re on the go or looking to host your own picnic! Did you know they also have happy hour?!

Noble Rice

Fulfill your craving for Japanese food at Noble Rice, featuring a menu of sushi, ramen, small plates, and omakase – vegetarian options included. Omakase is a special 8-course chef’s tasting menu, and Noble Rice made waves in Tampa years ago for offering a vegetarian omakase option. Other delicious vegetarian options include the tempura vegetables or the hiyashi chuka cold ramen dish.

District Tavern

The great thing about District Tavern is its menu variety, suitable for any and all dietary needs. There’s no stress involved if you’re dining here with your non-vegetarian friends or family members because they’ve got suitable options for everyone. You can’t go wrong by ordering the Impossible Burger with vegan cheese but definitely don’t miss out on the buffalo cauliflower and fried Brussels.

Pro tip: They offer brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 am-3:00 pm.

JOTORO Kitchen & Tequila Bar

What may look like just another taco joint on the outside is actually home to some of the best vegan and vegetarian Mexican options in Channelside. Michelin star Chef, Joe Isidori, is the driving force behind JOTORO, and he is committed to serving old-school Mexican classics with a modern twist. JOTORO is known for its vegan enchiladas and grilled tofu & pineapple tacos.

Lilac

Inside the Tampa EDITION Hotel is Lilac, a modern Meditteranean restaurant run by Michelin star Chef, John Fraser. The menu has a vegetable-forward philosophy, making it a nice fit for vegans and vegetarians alike. Despite its color-inspired name, Lilac is dusted in shades of brown and beige, livened up by lush plants and emerald seating.  Be sure to enjoy the four-course dinner and wine pairing if you’re stopping in.

Azure at EDITION

Azure is basically the sister restaurant to Lilac. Similar to Lilac, Azure is located inside the Tampa EDITION Hotel and is run by Chef John Fraser. The menu includes more light-fare vegetarian lunch and dinner options, like center-table Greek salads, shareable hummus dips, crudités, and salty treats like olives. Dining at Azure also provides a breath of fresh air with breezy poolside views.

Fusion Bowl

Slow down from the busy Downtown and enjoy fresh food from a varied and tasty menu! Eat authentic Vietnamese food, one of the healthiest in the world!

Pro tip: Try out their teas, they’re super refreshing.

Nature's Table

Fast yet, gourmet? There’s something for everyone, from wraps and sandwiches to açai bowls and protein bowls. They even have many gluten-free options! We can’t get enough from “the table!”

Pro tip: Smoothies are BOGO after 2:00 pm!

Dio Modern Mediterranean

Restaurant during the day, house club at night. Fresh Mediterranean food, hookahs, entertainment, drinks, DJ music, outdoor seating, and the most important thing of all: lots of vegan and vegetarian restaurants options! Definitely a must-try for a unique experience.

Nana Middle Eastern Street Food

Embrace the tastes of Middle Eastern and Meditteranean cuisine with an authentic twist, right in the heart of Tampa Bay! Nana Middle Eastern Street Food remains one of the best vegan and vegetarian options in Channelside. With a menu full of bowls, wraps, and tasty sides like pita chips and lentil soup, the options are seemingly endless. The falafel bowl or wrap both serve as ideal vegetarian-friendly, protein-packed options.

Cafe Hey

Stepping into Cafe Hey for breakfast or lunch feels like the perfect way to slow down and take some stress off your shoulders. Around since 2007, Cafe Hey is a reliable hole-in-the wall that’s open every day of the week, and also abundant with vegan and vegetarian options. Who needs bacon when you can have a VLT with vegan bacon, instead? If you’re heading in for an early morning, wake up with the vegan breakfast sandwich or burrito.

Moon Frog Arepas Food Truck

Moon Frog Arepas Food Truck has true Venezuelan roots and remains committed to providing high-quality Venezuelan food to the Tampa Bay area – yes, even for vegetarians! That’s what we call love at first bite. Some of their most popular vegetarian options include the simply effective cheese arepa and the domino arepa, consisting of black beans and mozzarella cheese.

Naked Farmer

Gluten-free, all of the meals are made from scratch, and you can expect beyond freshness. You can make your own meal if you can’t find the combination you want on the menu! Talk about healthy comfort food.

SoFresh

Gluten-free, all of the meals are made from scratch, and you can expect beyond freshness. You can make your own meal if you can’t find the combination you want on the menu! Talk about healthy comfort food.