Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in Ohio – Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in Ohio

When Guy Fieri rolls into the Buckeye State, he discovers that Ohio’s plant-based dining scene is anything but ordinary. From 2010 to 2025, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has featured four vegan and vegetarian hotspots across Ohio, with three still serving up flavorful creations today. These meat-free havens have earned an impressive average rating of 4.5 stars, proving that going green doesn’t mean sacrificing taste.

Cincinnati leads the charge with two featured restaurants, including the creative Sacred Beast Diner and the eclectic Melt Eclectic Cafe, both earning top marks from hungry diners. Over in Columbus, Katalina’s has become a beloved destination for plant-based comfort food that keeps locals coming back for more. Whether you’re a committed vegetarian or just looking to explore meatless options, these Triple D-approved spots showcase Ohio’s growing appetite for innovative, delicious vegan and vegetarian cuisine that even the Mayor of Flavortown can’t resist.

Sacred Beast Diner

Sacred Beast Diner

Still Open

Cincinnati, Ohio

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 569: Dirty, Crunchy, Sticky and Veggie
AmericanBreakfastVegan/Vegetarian
Katalina’s

Katalina’s

Still Open

Columbus, Ohio

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 539: From Breakfast to the Boot
BreakfastSouthernVegan/Vegetarian
Melt Eclectic Cafe

Melt Eclectic Cafe

Still Open

Cincinnati, Ohio

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 253: Seriously Saucy
BreakfastSandwichVegan/Vegetarian
Melt Bar & Grilled

Melt Bar & Grilled

Permanently Closed

Lakewood, Ohio

★★★★☆ 4.3
Episode 96: By Request
AmericanSandwichVegan/Vegetarian