The Most Scrumptious Vegetarian in Detroit

Seva Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (288) • $$

"Taahirah was our server. My sister and her husband had had her before. She's very pleasant and very conscientious. The ambience is beautiful lots of live plants. In fact the front area in the big windows that face the outs are so full of plants. I didn't realize it was a restaurant!!!Hopefully, that was just me as I would hate to think anybody else wouldn't see it and therefore wouldn't have a meal there.We shared an appetizer that was bruschetta -I was advised it was the best ever and indeed it was. The garlic crisp bread with hummus, and very finally chopped black olives pico de gallo it was just incredibly good all of it. I would order it again in a heartbeat as my meal!We all had something different. My sister enjoyed the taco salad, which is her go to there. It looked delicious but yet so healthy. My brother-in-law had enchiladas made with sweet potato frankly I've never had a vegetarian menu that was so diverse.!!!I had a Italian pizza sandwich. It had delicious pizza sauce with fresh mozzarella, fresh basil all on a delicious grilled sourdough bread. We were all too far for dessert, but will have to try it next time. I am able to get there. It will definitely be a go to when I'm in A2!!!!!!"

Masala Indian Kitchen - South Lyon

★★★★☆ 4.2 (11)

"The food was very good. We were impressed and will be ordering again. The location was interesting, being half restaurant, half Indian grocery."

Neehee's Troy, Michigan

★★★★☆ 3.8 (246) • $$

"Always busy- a good sign in my opinion.Staff is helpful, quick, and efficient. Great with offering suggestions and listening to what you like and you don't like. It's definitely a family setting, lots of long tables and trays for meals. Though, it also makes grabbing a spot to sit difficult if you're not with your family. I have had a number of items here but my personal favorites have been chana marsala and the cut mirchi."

Green Room Salad Bar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (41) • $

"On my first few visits to Motown, I used to think the city that is ham eater's heaven was also vegetarian hell. My pescetarian traveling companion settled into a monotonous diet of perch and baked potatoes. It didn't seem too bad until her skin started turning color.I wish I had found this place sooner. The salad bar is the centerpiece here, and it's pretty wicked. There are enough options to create a unique and varied salad, if only there were more time! The sign at the start of the line states something like, "we realize it takes time to achieve perfection, but please be mindful of the other artists in line who are waiting to create their own masterpiece."My head spinning with option paralysis, I stepped outside for some air and a chance to formulate a plan. Returning, I piled on toppings like wasabi peas, walnuts, ham, bleu cheese, cranberries, and Canadian bacon, burying a few greens in a sea of flavor and creating an omnivore salad.Aside from the salad, they also got all kinds of soup. I think there were six choices. I made the wrong choice. The Southwest Chicken soup tasted vaguely Chinese, vaguely like Chef Boyardee (TM). American Chop Suey?"

The Blue Nile

★★★★☆ 3.7 (326) • $$

"I was really excited and looking forward to experience Ethiopian food for the first time. I'm originally from Chicago but am visiting Ann Arbor with my best friend whom has dined here before. The prices here aren't not cheap. It's more like $$$. We ordered the Veggie Platter which is $19.95/pp which is AYCE. The server will come ask if you would like a refill on any of the veggies entrees. However, the meat is not part of the AYCE option. Meat dishes are ordered a la carte and range like $7-8 depending on chicken or beef. The lamb however is $16.95. The spiced tea is also very good $3.95. It comes with Injera (Ethiopian bread) that is very spongy in texture. The way to eat the food is to rip off a piece of the Injera and use it to scoop up the entrees using your fingers. I'm sure you can ask for utensils but don't expect them to be at your table. The Injera is nothing like a naan that is more "bready". It's very hard to describe and it's not at all flavorful, but super filling. The flavors are savory and they have a kick. However, I found the taste to not be rich enough to my liking. I prefer Indian food that packs a punch with all the spicy yet has some richness to the entrees. Here I didn't sense that but did sense a lot of spices throughout the dishes. The restaurant decor is beautiful. I gave it 4 stars only because our server wasn't that attentive and failed to refill our tea and water when we requested a few times."

2Booli

★★★★☆ 3.7 (242) • $$

"Located the plaza with convenient parking. The restaurant service was decent there sometimes on the slower side. The food for what it is is OK. It's more counter service food then table service food, but it is a place that is table service I guess what it means is that it feels more fast food than anything that you would sit down for. It's all right overall. It's very bright and it seems clean."

La Marsa - Farmington Hills Middlebelt

★★★★☆ 4.1 (147) • $$

"I'd rate this place 3.5 stars based on my meal, but I'm rounding up to 4.I ordered on Doordash, and they delivered earlier than anticipated, so that was nice. My chicken shawarma wrap was stuffed with a generous amount of chicken meat and pickles. I appreciate the garlic sauce on the side as requested. The wrap had good flavor, but unfortunately the chicken was kind of dry, even though it was thigh meat.I ordered rice pilaf on the side, and they were very generous with the portion - I received a whole dinner entree sized carryout container full! I do wish there were more toasted almonds...it came with just a small handful of slices. Some other middle eastern places use the slivered almonds and more of them. Overall though, it's a good value for $3.99.I also ordered half a dozen pita bread, but received 9. I appreciate the bonus! The bread was hot, aromatic, and delicious, especially with the leftover garlic sauce I had.In terms of food quality, it's not the best middle eastern I've had, but portion sizes are great and the food is hot and fresh."

Spacecat V-stro

★★★★★ 4.5 (57)

"I'm a regular at this place for a reason! My partner and I were looking for a good breakfast / lunch joint that had options for both of us because I'm gluten free and he is lactose intolerant. All the servers are great and Coco is especially knowledgeable about the food and possible modifications to certain dishes (try the quesadilla with Burmese tofu added! So good!). The specials are always interesting and my partner is never disappointed by the cookie of the week. Their batch brew coffee is Hyperion and better than your average diner joe. We've also never had issues getting a table, which is a huge plus considering the weekend brunch scene around Ferndale. I've never had a bad meal here and suggest you check it out even if you're not vegetarian- and get the cheeze sauce on the cosmic fries when you do!"

Magic Spice - Vegetarian Indian Eats

★★★★★ 4.8 (20)

"I tried this place via DoorDash and was really pleased! The paneer pizza was absolutely delicious! It was more flatbread style, but it was just perfect for me. Also, the pani puri was packaged so well! The aloo-chana mix was in a small styrofoam cup and placed inside another plastic container that had the puri. Meanwhile, the pani came in a cool little bottle! My only issue was there wasn't enough puri to accommodate the aloo-chana -- the only reason for not rating it five stars. Beyond that, it was great! My mom and older sis enjoyed the Aloo Tikki Chole Chat, and the restaurant was kind enough to make me behl without onions! I truly enjoyed my food and will order again when I am in town next time!!"

Seva Detroit

★★★★☆ 3.7 (583) • $$

"We arrived quite early on a Saturday evening, about 5:30 p.m. and the place was already packed. Rather than wait for a table, we sat at the bar. We started with the Bruschetta appetizer and it was amazing. For entrees, my wife ordered a Tempeh Reuben and I had the Black Bean & Sweet Potato Quesadilla. It was all great. We're already planning to return in a couple of weeks."

Earthen Jar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (205) • $

"This is an amazing Buffet Style Indian Veggie restaurant !! It's right next to the A"

Vegorama Canton

★★★★☆ 4.1 (112) • $

"My search for vegan restaurants, led me Veg-O-Rama. New to us and will be a place we will visit again. We enjoyed Mango Lassi which was perfect with our choices of Falafel salad, Masala fries, and Paneer Tikka Kathi roll. Flavorful dishes all of them. If I have to pick a favorite the Paneer Tikka Kathi roll was really good. Service was friendly and good. We enjoyed the painted mural which makes the inside unique."

Thai Street Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (259) • $$

"Updated review. Actually spoke with the owner on the phone after my last review. He explained to me their mission for this restaurant, which is to create an affordable, MSG free, organic Thai food place for everyone. I was impressed by the theory and decided to try it again. I was not offered any monetary incentive btw, so this is a honest review. I have to say, this is not the best Thai food I have ever tasted, but this is the only MSG free Thai food restaurant in the area. Plus they offer organic ingredients. Their service is also excellent. They offer many diet accommodations, such as gluten-free or vegan. I was most impressed by their soup this time. Very unique. Full of flavor. Would definitely return just for the soup and the friendly service."

Chutneys Indian Vegeterian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.5 (92) • $$

"It seems MANY people have issues with this restaurant and their service. I'll admit when I visited we waited for a while (the sign says wait to be seated) but when no one came we just sorta walked around the corner. We eventually saw someone who worked here and they said sit anywhere. Everything did go up from there. Their menus are digital so you just scan the barcode on your phone and look at their menu online. We ordered Veg Manchurian, which are deep fried vegetable balls sautéed with manchurian sauce. They were tasty! For an entree I knew I wanted something with curry so I ordered the Paneer Masala which came with white rice. It was very tasty as well! Aside from the seating situation I think overall the service was pretty good and since I love Indian cuisine Ill definitely come back."

Detroit Vegan Soul

★★★★☆ 4 (167) • $$

"This use to be my go-to restaurant for Vegan cuisine. This Saturday (day before Mother's day), I had a taste for a DVS soul food platter. I placed an order online and made my way to the restaurant to pick up my order. When I arrived, the restaurant was very clean. My order was ready and waiting for me. The order: Soul Platter-BBQ Tofu, greens or kale, macaroni & cheese, sweet potatoes and cornbread for a whopping $23 (quite expensive for a meal the size of a lean cuisine with an extra side). No joke, the to-go plate resembled a lean cuisine meal tray. All that was missing was the clear wrapper on top and a box. The BBQ tofu was over sauced. I thought, what are they trying to cover up? Well, I found out after i bit into a strip of the tofu and nearly chipped a tooth. It was burned to a crisp. I picked up a different piece, it too was crisp and burned. You only get 5-6 small strips with this meal at best and 2.5 were inedible.The Greens were over salted and weren't even a full serving. The sweet potatoes/yams were not a full serving either. They were a bit too sweet and over cooked. The macaroni and cheese (sigh) not the same as I remember when i last visited a couple of months prior. My sides then were appropriately portioned in small containers. I felt cheated this time. The taste was off; with an almost metallic after taste. The beans and rice were good. Not overly salty. I had a full serving of that, of course. The cornbread mini muffin (tears) was overcooked and nearly burned to a crisp. It was very crisp and crunchy when chewed. I understand we are in peri-covid times. It's rough for many businesses. Food prices are sky rocketing everywhere for everyone. HOWEVER, I was so disappointed with the quality of my meal. If I'm charged nearly $5 per item on my plate, I should be served a beautiful and tasty meal that I can enjoy fully. Burned, over salted and under portioned food that I cannot enjoy seated at your restaurant should not cost $23.00.I included a tip on top of the $23 because I support the workers. So when I enter an establishment and get a "hi" while seated and I have to grab my own food...who am I tipping? Even at Little Caesar's my pizza is handed to me for $5!! Pros... You can order online.The restaurant was open. The restaurant dining area was impeccably clean. I lost 2 pounds because I ate only HALF of my Vegan Lean Cuisine! I learned you actually burn tofu! Wtf? I left a tip. Cons... The dining area is closed, and my food was burned.I have to pay more for burned plants to feel healthy! I paid $23 for a Non-Frozen Vegan Lean Cuisine. I'm still hungry. Is this how vegans stay thin? They're open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays because from Monday through Thursday, your Tofu is slow cooking"

Trap Vegan

★★★★☆ 4.4 (86)

"Been meaning to try this spot for ages and finally did yesterday. They did not disappoint! We got the d-boy (think western burger but vegan), fried cauliflower, fries, and a Pom berry smoothie.The burger patty was delicious, meaty, one of the best vegan burger patties I've ever tasted. We opted for the sauce on the side for our fried cauliflower so we could try more than one, I loved the spicy vegan ranch. It had just a kiss of heat and was creamy and delicious. The other we tried was Caribbean jerk, it was smoky and smooth and sweet. The cauliflower pieces were smaller, perfect for dipping with a nice crunch of breading. The fries were a thinner cut, and not too crispy or too soft. The Pom berry smoothie was my favorite part. Holy smokes was it delicious, if you love cranberry like I do this is a must try.Service was prompt, even though the place was hella busy with standing room only. It took about 15 minutes to get our meal. Everything was neatly packed in compostable containers in a brown bag with handles.I would recommend this place for take out rather than sit down, their seating area is tiny (2 2 tops and a bar for 4) so maybe best nabbed on your way home or to a lovely park on a nice day of your choosing. As I mentioned, it was standing room only when we went... and it wasn't even a meal time! It was around 3 o'clock! Can we say popular and thriving?Prices are a little on the high side, but with everything made fresh to order and in house I'm not mad about it at all. (Our bill for a burger, fries, cauliflower, and smoothie was about 45$ + tip)Give em a shot and support a local, small, black owned business!"

The Detroit Pepper Company

★★★★★ 4.7 (46)

"This is a clean little hole-in-the-wall, carry out only spot on a stretch of E. Warren Avenue where there aren't a plethora of other fresh options. At the Detroit Pepper Company you KNOW the food is fresh -- in part because it can take about 20 minutes for your order -- but the food is definitely worth the wait.I ordered the stuffed pepper with ground turkey and cheddar cheese. It SMELLED amazing, the FLAVOR was amazing, and it was HUGE -- I got two whole meals out of it. I also got the ginger lemonade and sucked it down.My only "gripe" is that i wish you could have the option of ordering your food "for here" so that you could eat it on the picnic table out front on a real plate with real silverware. But that's such a small thing. In general I highly recommend this business."

Woodbridge Pub

★★★★☆ 3.6 (298) • $$

"This cozy dive bar is a hidden gem with an excellent food selection to match! I stopped in during the day and was impressed by the friendly service. I tried a mimosa and an adult Capri Sun, both of which were fun and tasty. The truffle fries were absolutely delicious, and the birria was spot on--full of flavor and perfectly executed. Highly recommend this spot for a casual bite and great drinks!"

Thai Basil

★★★★☆ 3.6 (56)

"This restaurant was very nice inside. We were greeted right away and the waiter was really on top of things and very energetic. I got the yellow curry. My husband ordered yellow curry noodle. I got mine mild, however ended up being more of a med/hot. It was to hot for me to enjoy. However the flavor was really good. We also got spring rolls which were really good. I just think next time I will say very little spice to no spice at all for mine.We were very happy to try it out! We will definitely be back to try some more dishes out. When you try it out be sure to know that their spice level is higher than what you ask for. Very clean restaurant."

Neehee's Canton, Michigan

★★★★☆ 4 (549) • $$

"This is the spot of Indian street food. All of my friends spoke highly of this place and no wonder why. Everything was delicious and would love to go back again."

The Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant- Ferndale

★★★★☆ 3.8 (295) • $$

"We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at Blue Nile. For vegetarians and vegans, this is the place to come. With a unique menu, the base is unlimited vegan sides for $18.90. They are served up on a tray lined with traditional teff pancakes. You can then add sides of meat dishes: chicken, lamb and beef, at an additional cost of about $10 each. The servings are on the smaller side, yet are enough to share and get a varied and delicious sampling of Ethiopian cuisine. Each side has unique flavors and included cabbage, spinach, potato-carrot-celery, and several different bean and lentil dishes. Some are cold and most are hot. Even if you are not vegetarian, sampling these sides alone, with the traditional "eat with your hands" Ethiopian style, is a treat and a delight. The teff pancakes are cold and filling. They are also gluten free and filled with protein. The meat dishes were yummy and tender. They pour the meats felt the bowls to the center of the serving dish. Everything runs together. I love it, all the mixing and matching, yet for one of our guests, the experience was too "messy" and uncomfortable for them. Our party of four enjoyed the red sauces on the meats more than the yellow sauces . The difference was the degree of flavorful spices. The yellow sauces were on the bland side though the meat was quite tender. We are at a traditional table with smaller seats and a serving platter between guests. There are booths, tables and individual serving bowls you can request if you prefer a more American eating experience. The ambience is perfect, colorful and traditional. The dining room and bathrooms are clean. The servers are very gracious and helpful. Perhaps the best part is the sensory experience of the warm towels to clean your hands before and after the meal. Divine. With tip, my husband and I arrived at a total of $81, half of the table for our part of four. Compared to other African food we have tried recently, Blue Nile is much higher in price. Not sure the price tag is necessary, reducing my rating by one star. Definitely worth the experience."

Maharaja Cuisine of India

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (134) • $$

"Twas the first Friday after ash wednesday. My husband happens to be following the whole lent, no meat Friday thing. So I too have to follow suit with him. Therefore brings me to why we came here. Because if I was to do non-meat dishes and turn into a vegetarian. I would go hard on Indian dishes.Yes this is a Pakistani establishment, but I still had a good time eating. Some of the dishes are sort of lazily done,, I can tell they bought some bagged mixed veggies and sauced it up.Did we eat good? Yes we did.Was the service good? It was a buffet, our dirty dishes were picked up. The glasses of water was refilled and the buffet items were refreshed as well.It was alright. I would eat here again, but probably wouldn't be my first choice.Thank you so much for reading my review. I hope this helps with your decision making experience. Enjoy your awesome yelptastic day!"

The Hummus and Pita co.

★★★★☆ 3.9 (56)

"The dude ripped us off. The bowl after we were charged for "extras" was $21.95 what!! Are you kidding, you would think getting charged that the bowl would be overflowing, but not at all. A joke, definitely felt ripped off, forget this place go somewhere else. And Google is full of fake reviews. I'd only go again if it was free, Hummus and Pita Co."

Cafe Prince

★★★★☆ 4.3 (4)

"I stopped in today while running errands in the area and was delighted by the experience! I initially walked in planning on getting some coffee but the menu of juices sounded so enticing I couldn't help but get one instead. I ordered one of the seasonal specials, the Forbidden Fruit, a delicious mix of fresh pomegranate juice, lemon, and basil with sparkling water. It was excellent.They also offer an array of vegetarian friendly eats like a variety of toasts topped with the likes of avocado, labneh, ricotta, etc. And snacks like a plate of apples, parmigiano reggiano, and honey. I look forward to coming back for a bite in the future! The space is so welcoming and the barista behind the counter was incredibly friendly. They were so kind and we had a lovely conversation as they were making my juice. All around a really wonderful experience at this new cafe in Core City. Highly recommended!"

Stone House Mediterranean & Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (57)

"Everything was good here. We got a variety of things & it all was good. Love the bread & garlic spread. So delicious. Reasonably priced items & came out in a reasonable time."

Fresh Healthy Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (49) • $

"This is my first time to this restaurant. I know this a new place and we just want to give a try.My first impression was that I thought this was a smoothie place because I could see all those organic agave bottles all around the store . They have lot of good options and I vegan too. I took sometime in deciding what I wanna order and went ahead with spicy chicken sandwich.Food was good . Bread was crisp and grilled well. Veggies was OK. Chicken was bland and overall the sandwich was not as juicy as I expected. But I had a very nice light feeling after eating. In the era of very fast serving microwave restaurants, this seems to be a very good concept . They are promising everything to be green and fresh. But it comes with drawbacks too 1. Food has to be more tasty/juicy 2. It must be served faster Other than that, I enjoyed my experience. Good luck to the owner"

The Red Hook

★★★★★ 4.5 (99) • $

"Cute coffee/baked goods shop in Indian Village neighborhood! This place checks all the boxes for me. Single origin beans pour overs and delightful baked yummies? I'm there!! Mushroom savory hand pie: so good! Sort of like Thanksgiving stuffing flavor in a flaky pastry! Warm it up in a toaster oven to make it a hot pocket!Zucchini chocolate bread: zucchini thankfully isn't a dominant flavor here. Deep chocolatey goodness!Berry crumble: like a hand portable berry/cake! So good with coffee!I also got one of their ethiopian single origin pour over coffee which was delightful. Currently it's only walk up due to COVID but it looks pretty cute on the inside."

The Kitchen by Cooking with Que

★★★★★ 4.7 (34)

"I met this wonderful lady at the Detroit Juneteenth Fest. She was so authentic and full of energy! Loved her vibe instantly.I'm all for vegan and vegetarian foods! So I ordered the mac and cheese along with the Buffalo cauliflower tacos. I enjoyed the flavor of both choices. I'm definitely interested in coming her restaurant to try more! Thank you Que!"

Cacao Tree Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (201) • $$

"I stop into this cafe an embarrassing amount lately, usually just for a smoothie or treat from the refrigerator but recently ordered one of their salads for lunch. The staff is always very sweet and the food is usually made in 5 minutes or so. This is such a little gem downtown royal oak, especially for health nuts :) The Mexican salad had "meat" made from ground nuts with spices on them and I was really impressed with the flavor and texture for a vegan option. I also liked the flavor of the vegan sour cream. The veggies (pepper, tomato, avacado) were fresh. Other items that I've enjoyed in the past are the almond butter bar, sunshine smoothie and on a beach Hawaii smoothie. There are a few spots to sit down inside but most people seem to get the food to go."

Turmerican Vegetarian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.8 (200)

"Don't let the fact that this place is in a strip mall fool you. It was all absolutely delicious, and the staff was so friendly!We got samosas and they were a little spicy for my mom, but if you have an aversion to spice, just let the staff know and they'll steer you in the right direction.Some other patrons let us know they they just started a happy hour, Tuesday through Thursday from 5 to 7, $5 for tea and an appetizer. I fully plan on returning."

Detroit Street Filling Station

★★★★★ 4.5 (340) • $$

"The service, decor, and food is lovely. I am not a vegan, but my best friend is (ugh). So I was kind enough to bring her over here. Haha. Honestly, vegan food is just not for me... because after eating here, I had the stinkiest gas and was hungry only a couple hours later. But, they do a good job for those people that have their digestive systems trained. The drinks are also very creative and delicious. If you're in the vegan camp, this is your place. If you are not, be sure to hang out alone afterwards. ;)"

Pink Flamingo To Go

★★★★☆ 4.2 (13)

"My go-to for delicious, wholesome eats. They draw often upon seasonal and local ingredients at prices comparable to less healthy and sustainable carryout dinner options. I've been a fan for a couple years after I ordering the rice bowl (pictured) which comes with basmati rice, sweet potatoes, greens, and beans. I would often pick whitefish as a protein. While currently unavailable, as they have adjusted their offerings due to COVID-19 to to provide weekly meal service (pickup or delivery only on Fridays with pre-order), I've been impressed with their rotating heat-at-home options. To this day, I regularly reminisce over their guinea fowl dinner (pictured) and have enjoyed many more meals since. Don't let the dishes that I mentioned fool you: most of the menu is vegetarian, vegan, and GF friendly."

Brooklyn Street Local

★★★★☆ 4.2 (354) • $$

"This small Corktown eatery was on my list for years - I will travel long distances for poutine. So when a friend suggested this place for brunch, I was beyond excited. Of course, I arrived early for our meet-up. I'm always worried about getting lost, despite an assist from Google, and finding parking. If I'm early, it only means more reading time from the comfort of my car.When the diner opened for the day, there was already a small line up and tables filled up quickly.My friend and I pulled up the menu via the QR code and we placed our order and paid through the same code. The food was brought to our table when it was ready. I ordered the large poutine without hesitation. Plain, no bacon or eggs to spoil the dish. The fries were crispy and delicious and the beef gravy was flavorful. Unfortunately, the cheese curds were small and had not had a chance to melt yet. The croque madam was incredible. I loved the tangy, grilled sourdough with bacon and Swiss cheese. The maple mustard and bechamel sauce elevated the taste of the sandwich. The fried egg was yum. Glad I made it a madam.Service was quick and friendly. We were done within an hour and noticed that most of the neighboring tables had already emptied. So, waiting in the morning might not be all that bad."