The Best Vegan Brunch In Seattle

Nothing is better than going out to brunch with your friends and family!

…Unless you’re going to a place that has no vegan options for you.
And no - oatmeal is not a brunch food.

You’ve done your best in the past, in order to be a team player; modifying everything until there’s nothing left but a plain piece of bread and some jam, because literally everything is cooked in butter. Everyone thinks you’re absurd, you’re left starving, and veganism looks just plain miserable to everyone around you.

Time to change all of that.

Let’s upgrade your vegan brunch experience. Here are all the places to enjoy a fabulous vegan brunch in Seattle. The Emerald City has both fully-vegan and very vegan-friendly places to choose from, so everyone is happy.

It won’t be easy choosing where to go or what to get, but that’s a good problem to have come brunch time, wouldn’t you agree?

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The Best Vegan Brunch In Seattle

LIFE ON MARS (21+)

Capitol Hill

If you’re craving sweet, savory, or a little bit of both, Life On Mars has you covered for a brunch that will surely satisfy.

This fully vegan spot is a must-visit for a number of reasons, but their brunch is enough to justify. Favorites include Strawberry Fields Pancakes and Waffles, Benny And The Jets (eggs benedict), and the LOM Breakfast Burrito.

Pair it with French press coffee, a brunch cocktail, or one of their many thoughtful low- and no-alcohol bevvies.

Brunch - Saturdays & Sundays | Visit Life On Mars

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wayward vegan cafe

Roosevelt

After closing during the pandemic, Wayward is now back with new ownership but most of the same dishes that local vegans know and love. Firstly, breakfast is served ALL DAY, so if you are a late sleeper or want breakfast for dinner, this place is perfect for you!

Another reason to love Wayward is their large menu - from scrambles to omelets to chicken and waffles to breakfast crunch wraps and more - so have fun choosing. Wayward has quite a few gluten-free options to choose from as well.

Brunch - Thursday-Tuesday (closed Wednesdays) | Visit Wayward

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CAFE FLORA

Madison

Sometimes you just need a warm, freshly-baked cinnamon roll. And Cafe Flora's all vegan, maple-licious pecan cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting is precisely what the doctor ordered.

While Cafe Flora is not 100% vegan, most of their brunch menu is able to be made vegan, with easy substitutes like tofu scramble instead of egg. Another favorite brunch dish that is vegan by default is scrumptious biscuits and gravy. They also offer an assortment of baked goods, as well as espresso, turmeric lattes, kombucha, cocktails, and more. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

Brunch - Saturdays & Sundays | Visit Cafe Flora

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OAK

Beacon Hill

Oak is well known on the South end of Seattle for having a very inclusive menu, with lots of vegan options. They’ve also stepped up their brunch game with some veganized versions of their menu mainstays. They also have a great patio for dining!

Favorites from their vegan brunch menu are vegan biscuits and mushroom gravy, French toast made with JustEgg, chick’n and waffles, and weekend specials. Don’t miss their fantastic cocktails and fun mocktail drinks.

Brunch - Saturdays & Sundays | Visit Oak

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CAFE RED

Rainier Valley

Ok so maybe Cafe Red isn’t “brunch” in the traditional sense, but if it’s well worth considering when your brunch cravings hit. Plus, you can get it any day of the week, not just weekends!

Their Pesto Breakfast Sandwich is a fan-favorite, with a house-made egg patty, house-made cashew pesto sauce, Violife smoked provolone, tomatoes, lettuce, and cherry peppers on a locally baked bun. Have fun choosing between that and their Deluxe Hash Brown - basically avocado toast on a big, crispy hash brown patty. Cafe Red also has gluten-free options, lots of specialty coffee drinks, and sweet treats.

Breakfast/Brunch: Mondays-Sundays | Visit Cafe Red

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PORTAGE BAY CAFE

Ballard, Ravenna, University District, South Lake Union

Portage Bay is a great place that pleases all types of eaters, and their menu features many organic and locally sourced ingredients. For vegans, they have Banana Pancakes which includes a trip up to their toppings bar that offers fresh fruit, nuts, and other fun toppings. They also have a vegan breakfast hash if you are looking for a hearty, vegetable focused meal, with your choice of tofu or scrambled JustEgg. They do not have vegan butter or whipped cream, but do offer non-dairy milk for coffee. Reservations strongly encouraged on weekends.

Breakfast and Brunch Daily | Visit Portage Bay Cafe

SUNLIGHT CAFE

Roosevelt

Sunlight Cafe is Seattle’s longest-standing vegetarian restaurant, and they are also very accommodating to vegans. While it has gone through many eras and iterations since its founding in 1976, it’s always staying true to their mission of providing fresh and hearty vegetarian food to the community. They have breakfast daily, and weekend brunch with even more delicious eats.

Breakfast daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday | Visit Sunlight Cafe

Redwing Cafe

Rainier Beach

Redwing Cafe is a cozy spot in Rainier Beach offering many delightful vegan breakfast eats and pastries. Enjoy fulfilling dishes like biscuits and gravy, vegetable hash with tofu, and house made granola, and save room for a vegan croissant or sweet treat from the pastry case. Breakfast is served all day, and they also have avocado toast, sandwiches, and more.

Breakfast/Brunch Tuesday-Sunday (closed Monday) | Visit Redwing Cafe

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Want more breakfast options?

Check out my guide to Vegan Breakfast in Seattle and Top Vegan-Coffee Shops if you’re looking for a quick-service bite to eat :)

I hope you found this guide helpful. What’s your favorite place in Seattle for vegan brunch? Let me know in the comments!