Vegan In Spokane: The Best Food & Fun In The Lilac City

If you’re looking for an affordable vegan weekend getaway, or just a fun stop on your roadtrip across I-90, I highly recommend visiting Spokane.

Spokane is very near and dear to my heart because it’s my hometown! I spent my entire childhood through high school years there, and its where many of my closest friends and family still reside.

While the term “vegan” was completely unknown to me growing up in Spokane (and being a vegetarian was viewed as “extreme”), the city was still a beautiful and fun place to live, from its parks and lakes to its proximity to top ski resorts and more. Summer is hot, fall is gorgeous, winter gets snowy and spring lights up with lilacs.

Now as an adult, visiting Spokane even 5 years ago was not the most convenient as a vegan, from the lack of dining options to vegan grocery staples. But now, the landscape is changing - and you’ll be surprised to find a budding vegan scene in the Lilac City!

I’m excited to share with you the many vegan-friendly restaurants, cafes, and bars in Spokane, plus a few of my favorite things to do while you’re there. Plus, I’ll share with you the major upgrades that the iconic Riverfront Park has gotten recently, making it a great place to visit.

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Top VEGAN-friendly restaurants IN SPOKANE

Here are Spokane’s top vegan-friendly establishments you have to visit. Please let me know if you visit any of these spots, or what your favorites are!

RÜT Bar & Kitchen

South Hill

RÜT Bar & Kitchen is one of those places that just wows you from beginning to end. Their craft cocktails are thoughtfully executed (not to mention gorgeous!) with a wide variety of spirits represented. Moving onto the food menu, RÜT stands out for their inventive and oh, so delicious takes on the humble vegetable.

Visit RÜT Bar & Kitchen

Expect colorful, flavorful, and artfully plated dishes like their Rainbow-Jang Salad, made with zucchini noodles, carrots, peas, pickled shiitakes, radish, scallion, and herbs, tossed in a sesame vinaigrette and drizzled with a gochujang aioli. And wait till you see their entrees, like the Tofu Salmon and Soba.

Want to see more from RÜT? Check out my Instagram Reel!

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Boots Bakery & Lounge

Downtown

Boots Bakery and Lounge is a beloved community staple in Spokane. It’s a unique combination of a bakery and a lounge, known for its cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.

Boots is fully vegan and gluten-free, with baked goods, a deli, and a great menu for dine in. Whether you're looking for a morning pastry, a sit-down breakfast with waffles, or an assortment of deli sides to-go, Boots Bakery has something to satisfy your cravings.

Apart from its delectable treats and cozy atmosphere, Boots is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and community involvement. They prioritize using local and organic ingredients whenever possible, supporting local farmers and reducing their environmental impact.

Note: Boots just relocated across the street from their former space! You can now find Boots inside the Saranac Commons building.

Visit Boots Bakery

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Allie’s Vegan Pizzeria & Cafe

South Hill

Allie's Vegan Pizzeria and Cafe is a vegan staple in Spokane. As the name suggests, this establishment is entirely vegan! Allie's offers a unique twist on traditional pizzerias by crafting delicious and innovative vegan pizzas that satisfy both vegans and non-vegans alike.

The menu features a wide range of creative and flavorful pizzas. From classic Margherita to unique combinations of plant-based cheeses, fresh vegetables, and vegan meat substitutes, there is a pizza to suit every taste. It’s home to the legendary Hot Mess Pizza, featuring Buffalo ranch, creamy cashew mac n cheese, fried chick’n, red onions, and topped with house mozzarella.

Beyond their pizza offerings, Allie's also has a selection of other vegan dishes such as salads, sandwiches, loaded fries, and appetizers. They take pride in using fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, ensuring that their menu is not only delicious but also sustainable and environmentally friendly.

On weekends, you can enjoy brunch with rotating dishes like breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, breky bowls, and a donut sandwich.

Visit Allie’s Vegan Pizzeria & Cafe

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CaSCADIA PUBLIC HOUSE

North Spokane

Cascadia Public House is a vibrant and popular gastropub with a very vegan-friendly menu. Known for its relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, Cascadia offers a unique dining experience that combines the warmth of a neighborhood pub with a focus on locally sourced and sustainable ingredients.

The vegan food options are plentiful and clearly marked. Choose from vegan nachos, tofu BLT, chick’n sandwich, mac n cheese, and more. The portions are huge, so come hungry or plan for leftovers. Cascadia also has a great beer selection with many local drafts on tap, plus local wines, a full bar, and lots of non-alcoholic beverages as well.

Visit Cascadia Public House

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MORE vegan-friendly RESTAURANTS & cafes in spokane

Here are a few more vegan-friendly restaurants, bars, and cafes in Spokane for you to enjoy!

• Bruncheonette (West Central): Vegan-friendly brunch spot with a vegan Benedict with house made vegan Hollandaise, vegan and gluten-free breakfast tacos, plus fun coffee drinks, cocktails, and more.

• Pacific Pizza (Browne’s Addition): Also known as “Pac Ave Pizza” (located on Pacific Ave, get it?), this pizzeria offers vegan cheese and a range of vegetable toppings. Two patios, pinball, and full service bar featuring daily specials. Open late and offers fun weekend nightlife with live music. Fun place to watch a game, but get there early because it gets Pac’d!

• Tavolàta (Downtown): This Seattle-based Italian restaurant has a few veganizable snacks and salads, and usually a rotating vegan entree like beet risotto or mushroom ravioli.

• Mizuna (Downtown): A fine dining establishment known for its farm-to-table concept, Mizuna offers a separate vegan menu featuring innovative and seasonal vegan dishes.

• Wild Sage Bistro (Downtown): A farm-to-table restaurant with a separate vegan menu, featuring locally sourced ingredients and creative vegan dishes.

• Neato Burrito (Browne’s Addition): Super vegan-friendly and gluten-free friendly Mexican-inspired joint with vegan tacos, burritos, rice bowls, and nachos.

• Feast World Kitchen (Downtown): A nonprofit restaurant, with a mission is to elevate and empower immigrants and former refugees as leaders, using international cuisine as a platform for economic resilience, holistic growth, and culture-sharing. Every day they are open features a different International Chef Partner! They post the restaurant menu each Monday by 5:30pm for the upcoming Wed-Sun rotation. Nearly every menu features a vegan option, so check the posted menu each week for more details.

• Soulful Soups & Spirits (Downtown): Snug, brick-lined haunt with a patio serving gourmet soups & salad by day & cocktails by night. At least one vegan soup option daily.

• Red Dragon (Hillyard, Downtown): Vegan-friendly Chinese-American spot with tofu and vegan meat options, plus many gluten-free options.

• Method Juice Cafe (Downtown): A health-conscious café offering an extensive menu of fresh juices, smoothies, salads, and bowls, with vegan and gluten-free options clearly marked.

Want my entire list of 40+ places saved to your phone? Follow my Google Maps List for Spokane and reference it any time.

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Things to do in spokane

Here are my top favorite things to do when I am in Spokane, plus a few must-see touristy things you can’t miss!

• Visit Riverfront Park

• Ride the Gondola (or just watch it pass by like I do)

• Visit The Garbage Goat

• Shop at River Park Square Mall and find From Here, a store filled with goods made by local artisans

• Play indoor mini golf and enjoy the Henry murals and sculptures at Flatstick Pub

• Hike, bike or skate on the 40-mile Spokane River Centennial Trail, which has 18 marked trailheads and spans two states, Washington and Idaho.

• Visit the downtown Spokane Library- its amazing! Kids reading and play area, plus views that overlook the Spokane river.

• Attend Bloomsday for a fun and challenging 12K (7.5 miles)

• Play or watch Hoopfest, the largest 3-on-3 basketball tournaments in the world, from kids to adults

• Catch a local hockey or baseball game, or check out a show at the Spokane Arena or the Opera House

• Walk or ride through the Pavillion and check out their event schedule for free live concerts, yoga, and more

• Shop at Boo Radley’s, one of my favorite curiosity shops

• Visit the Herbert M. Hamblen Conservation area in Kendall Yards and take in the scenery

• Enjoy a throwback movie at Garland Theatre

• Check out the many local breweries like Iron Goat, Millwood, and Garland Brew Werks and enjoy events, trivia, and more

I hope you enjoyed this guide to the best vegan-friendly dining in Spokane, Washington!

If I left any off the list, please let me know in the comments. If this guide was helpful, please feel free to share on your socials, and tag me if you visit them!

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