No meat? No problem! Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for plant-based meals, there is a plethora of delicious restaurants that offer unique local options for meat-free meals. This list offers a diverse range of options, from Vietnamese and Indian cuisine to a vegan burger joint. Here's our roundup of our favorite vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Fairfax County. Happy eating!
Flower Child
1656 Boro Pl, McLean
Boasting "healthy food that takes you to a happy place," Flower Child is a cheery and colorful restaurant in The Boro Tysons. With a customizable menu of bowls, wraps, salads and a variety of mix-and-match veggies, grains, fruits and healthy proteins, this eatery is a place where you can come and fill your soul (and belly) with goodness. Try the "Mother Earth" bowl with ancient grains, sweet potato, portobello mushroom, avocado, cucumber, broccoli pesto, red pepper miso vinaigrette, hemp seed, and more.
Sunflower Restaurant
2531 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna
If you're looking for "delightful dishes for your soul," look no further! Sunflower Restaurant in Vienna is a 100% vegetarian restaurant with a great selection of vegan dishes. The health-based restaurant serves up meatless renditions of Japanese, Chinese, and Continental-style dishes, such as "General Tso’s Surprise" and "Sweet and Sour Sensation."
Saravana Palace
1725 Lee Hwy #15, Fairfax
Life's too short for boring food! Treat your taste buds to the rich, authentic flavors of India at Saravana Palace, a high-quality vegetarian Indian restaurant located in the heart of Fairfax, Virginia. This locally owned gem serves up an array of dishes from both South and North Indian cuisine.
Hot Tip: Stop by the lunch buffet to sample a variety of rotating flavors, or enjoy a relaxed dinner menu full of classic vegetarian delights.
GreenFare Organic Cafe
408 Elden St, Herndon
GreenFare Organic Cafe is a Herndon-based community restaurant where a creative twist meets thoughtfully sourced vegan & organic food. On the menu, you'll find unique favorites like Jackfruit BBQ Sandwiches, Organic Wild Mushroom Enchiladas, Spinach and Sweet Potato Lasagna, and other savory dishes. Aside from its curated menu, the restaurant is also a sustainability-focused learning center that offers meal plan programs in concert with medical professionals, environmentalists, and animal welfare advocates.
Hot Tip: For even more eco-friendly businesses to support, in addition to GreenFare, check out these 10+ sites, restaurants, and businesses that truly put sustainability first.
Amma Vegetarian Kitchen
344 Maple Ave E, Vienna
Hailing from South India, Amma Vegetarian Kitchen's dishes are focused on the aroma and flavor of spices and masala. While there are plenty of things to choose from on the menu, the star of the show here is their selection of dosas - a thin crepe made with fermented rice and lentil batter. From Mysor Masala dosas to Tofu dosas, the pancake-like dish is served with chutneys and a bowl of searing-hot sambar (a kind of lentil and vegetable stew).
PLNT Burger
1635 Boro Pl, McLean
With indulgent, chef-crafted, Kosher, plant-based burgers, PLNT Burger serves up delicious Beyond Meat patties topped with all sorts of deliciousness. From their Mushroom "Bacon" BBQ Burger to the twice-stacked DBL Plant Burger, they're serious about celebrating the beauty of life on our planet in the most delicious and fun way possible!
Naked Lunch
8298 Glass Alley, Fairfax
424 Elden St, Herndon
Located in MOM's Organic Market, Naked Lunch serves made-from-scratch vegetarian food, whipped up in-house with all organic ingredients. Yes, even the dressings and sauces are organic! Their bowls are "Build Your Own" style, where you can choose a base, five toppings, and dressings. If you’re not feeling like a bowl, find traditional favorites like their Black Bean Burger or Classic Cauliflower Tacos. Feeling adventurous? Try out the Jammed Yam, which is a sweet potato stuffed with quinoa, beans, pineapple, and more, topped with avocado and lime jalapeno dressing.
RASA
2905 District Avenue, Fairfax
Located in the Mosaic District, RASA brings bold, modern Indian flavors to a fast-casual setting with an emphasis on health and sustainability. You can build your own bowl with rice, greens or quinoa, then top it with flavorful vegan proteins, sauces and veggies. House favorites include the Aloo Need Is Love bowl and vegan soft serve for dessert. It's a vibrant, flavorful stop for plant food lovers on the go.
Did your favorite vegan or vegetarian restaurant make the list? Let us know in the comments! Regardless of where you decide to visit, we hope that you enjoy an unforgettable dining experience in Fairfax County. For a full list of what's available to eat in our region, be sure to visit our Restaurants page (you can filter to view vegetarian only, as well!).
