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The Ultimate List of Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants to Eat in Boise

Last updated July 07, 2021 by Mariah Hebbeln

The dietary lifestyle of vegetarians and vegans is not new to the human race. First mention of a no-meat diet has been found in the works of philosopher Pythagoras in 500 BCE, and much of what we know presently is from observers of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. Their ideals place the well-being of animals highly and promote humans to not harm them. What has been deemed “veganism” in our modern lexicon has been a practice for hundreds of years by these religions and peoples in South Asia and other surrounding areas. To be a vegetarian means to not consume the meat of any animal, with the exception being fish for pescatarians. And to be a vegan, the consumption or use of animal bi-products is strictly prohibited. This means dairy products, wool, figs, honey and other foods, items, etc. are on the no-no list.

These principles have turned into a growing international movement, and the Treasure Valley has joined in! My boyfriend and I decided to go vegetarian last year after we did much research on how big of an environmental impact the commercial meat industry has. It started with us replacing the “meat” portion in our dinner meal planning, with a plant-based alternative. A year later, we’ve learned how to cook vegetarian dupes like sweet and sour cauliflower or pulled mushroom BBQ sandwiches. But sometimes, we want to join our friends for a patio in Downtown Boise, and thankfully restaurants, cafes, and food trucks are making it easier for all of us to gather and have our dietary needs met.

Check out the ULTIMATE list of vegetarian and vegan-friendly vendors serving up their plant-based dishes for all to enjoy.

The Ultimate List of Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants to Eat in Boise

Photo Credit: The Void Food Truck

Afghan

Kabob House

African

Kibrom’s Ethiopean & Eritrean Food

American

Boise Fry Company

The Hyde House

Eureka!

Yard House

Mess Hall

Red Robin

Dave & Buster's

Sandbar Patio Bar & Grill

Asian

Thai Cuisine

Pad Thai House

208 Pho and Vegan

Hans Chimaek

Mai Thai

Thai Basil

Dharma Sushi

Chang Mai

Sa-Wed-Dee Thai Resturant

Mount Everest Momo Café

Bangkok Thai

BBQ

BBQ 4 Life

Breakfast

Goldy's Breakfast Bistro

Goldy's Corner

The Griddle

Joe Momma's Breakfast Eatery

Waffle Me Up

Cafe

Lemon Tree

High Note Cafe

Wild Root Cafe

Ceritified Kitchen + Bakery

Dawson Taylor

ā café

Flying M Cafe

Java

Deja Brew Laugh A Latte

Starbucks

Deli

Roots Zero Waste Market

Boise Co-op

Albertsons

Whole Foods

Even Stevens Sandwiches

Dessert

KBS Cookie Co

Guru Donuts

The STIL

Stella's Ice Cream

Cinnaholic

C4 Creamery

Amaru Confections

Food Truck

The Void

Vegan Soul

Potato Boi

Lime And A Coconut

Taste of Nigeria African Cuisine

Mountain Berry Bowls

Indian

Bombay Grill

Madhuban Indian Cuisine

Spice Indian Cuisine

Saffrin Indian Bar and Grill

Taj Mahal Homestyle Indian and Pakistani Cuisine

Masala Bistro

Italian

Asiagos

Lucianos

Latin

Madre Boutique Taqueria

The Funky Taco

KB's

Amano

Matador

Meal Prep

Haute Foods

Tin Box

Mediterranean

Mazzah Mediterranean Grill

Taziki's

Pizza

The Wylder

Red Bench

Pie Hole

Mod Pizza

Flatbread

Americana Pizza

Idaho Pizza

Firenza Pizza

Quick Food

Freddys

Del Taco

Burger King

Rush Bowls

Boise Juice Co.

The Habit Burger

Cafe Yumm!

Boise Fry Company

Big Bun Drive-In

Westside Drive-In

Paddles Up Poké

Taco Bell

Chipotle

Qdoba

Carl's Jr.

Pita Pit

Taco Del Mar

Good Burger

Sit Down

Kin

Bardenay

Caci

Locavore

Diablo & Sons

Bittercreek Ale House

Ochos

Juniper

The Cheesecake Factory

Solid Grill & Bar

Fork


Are you gluten-free? Read our blog on the best gluten-free restaurants in the Treasure Valley

Where To Eat Gluten-Free In The Treasure Valley

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The Ultimate List of Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants to Eat in Boise

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The Ultimate List of Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants to Eat in Boise

Photo Credit: Guru Donuts

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