DFB is all about the FOOD at Walt Disney World. ALL kinds of Disney food. And that means making sure that families with special dietary concerns (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.) have the information they need to create safe and delicious meal plans for their vacation.

Have you wondered about vegan dining in Walt Disney World? We’re happy to share — vegans CAN eat well at Disney Springs, especially with a little advanced planning.

For starters, in October 2019, Disney announced that every major table- and counter-service restaurant in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort would offer plant-based options! You will find menus with plant-based options that are available throughout Walt Disney World, these items “are made with no animal meat, dairy, eggs or honey. They are made with ingredients that come from plants, including grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds and legumes.” 

Finding those items on Disney menus is even easier these days.

Just look for the Leaf icon on restaurant menus!

Recently, we’ve spotted more and more options for vegans. For example, Local Green Orlando opened up a food truck with vegan and pescatarian options, and many restaurants have vegetarian or vegan dishes on their menus.

Are you ready for more suggestions? Let’s dig into some vegan meal and snack options at Disney Springs! You didn’t think we’d let you go without a few SNACK recommendations, did you? Some of the most beloved and iconic Disney snacks (Mickey pretzels, popcorn, and Dole Whip) just so happen to be vegan!

Just remember that Disney menus are constantly changing, so always inquire about your vegan options before placing an order.

Kiosks, Carts, and Walk Ups

Feel free to mention your dietary concerns to the Cast Member taking your order. 

4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck

At many restaurants, it’s all about customization. At this food truck, add roasted sweet potatoes instead of meat to your taco or burrito. Get a taco without crème fraiche or queso fresco. Enjoy a burrito bowl, taco cone, or nachos — without sour cream or queso. Another vegan option is the black beans and cilantro rice dish.

B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co.

Offers a tasty Plant-Based Bratwurst Sausage.

It comes with Sauerkraut and German Mustard on a Pretzel Roll served with a side of chips.

Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream

Try the Vegan Peanut Butter Ice Cream or Vegan Chocolate Salted Fudge Truffle Ice Cream.

Local Green Orlando 

At this food truck, you’ll find vegan and pescatarian options.

Look for items such as the Bubba Sparxx (vegan Pulled BBQ Sandwich) and the Oh Boy (vegan Beyond Burger).

Marketplace Concessions Stand at AMC Dine-In Theatre (Disney Springs 24) 

Stop here for Popcorn or Impossible Nuggets (note that a shared fryer is utilized).

Swirls on the Water

Opt for Pineapple, Lemon, or Lime Dole Whip! Since all other flavors contain dairy, be sure not to swirl with vanilla. Dole Whip floats are also available.

Note that plain cones are vegan.

Starbucks at the Marketplace

Ask for plant milk in your tea or coffee.

YeSake

At YeSake, try a customized Bowl with veggies or try the Tofu Power Bowl.

Note that Roasted Sesame, Mayo Sauces, and Yum Yum Sauce are NOT vegan.

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Quick Service

When dining at quick service locations, mention your dietary concerns before ordering. A manager or chef should be able to help.

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza

Build Your Own Vegan Pizza!

Guests following special diets will find highly customizable pizza here, as gluten-free crust and vegan options (like vegan cheese) are always available.

D-Luxe Burger

D-Luxe Burger has created a plant-based burger with an interesting twist! French Fries are vegan.

Watch for limited time only items as well!

Earl of Sandwich

We’ve seen limited time menu items for vegans including a Vegan Cannonballs! Sandwich and a Spicy Chicken Sandwich. Other options that can be modified include the Caprese Sandwich by asking for avocado instead of mozzarella. The Veggie Sandwich can be customized without dressing and with avocado instead of feta.

Or customize a salad to your liking!

Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC

Don’t miss Erin McKenna’s Bakery where EVERYTHING — from breads to cookies to cupcakes — is vegan (and gluten-free, to boot)!

Try a brownie bite!

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew

Stop in for a coffee with almond or oat milk. And opt for a Monin brand syrup. Vegan options include the Purple Ube Donut and Purple Reign Iced Chai Latte.

We can recommend the Reese’s Nitro combo; just ask for a vegan donut.

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain  

Ghirardelli has a delicious option. The Non-Dairy Hot Fudge Sundae is made with non-dairy chocolate chips and almond milk, over scoops of non-dairy Vanilla Coconut and finished with almond milk whipped topping, diced almonds, and a cherry.

Plus, a 72% Dark Chocolate Square tops it off!

Gideon’s Bakehouse

At Gideon’s Bakehouse, enjoy a coffee. Cold Brews are completely vegan since the flavoring used is maple syrup instead of honey.

Modify other coffee beverages with oat milk.

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

At Joffrey’s, get an Iced Tea or Coffee.

Customize with oat milk!

Salt & Straw

Typically, two vegan flavors are on the menu and the flavors rotate each month. Recently the two vegan options were Freckled Mint Chocolate Chip and Roasted Pineapple Coconut Sherbet.

We tried the Red Chili Curry option with makrut lime crispy rice.

Sprinkles

Sprinkles has a vegan Red Velvet cupcake. Look for the green VG emblem next to menu items!

Starbucks at West Side

Ask for plant milk in your tea or coffee.

Vivoli il Gelato

Orange, lemon, and strawberry sorbetto are vegan here.

Grab a sorbetto and cool down during a hot day at Disney Springs!

Wine Bar George

Omit the naan bread when you order the hummus.

Special Diet Resources

Table Service

Make Advance Dining Reservations before your trip. The vegan dining process can begin right away — we recommend noting that you are vegan when you create the reservation. If you call (407) WDW-DINE to make a reservation, ask the Cast Member to note your dietary restrictions.

The BOATHOUSE

Try ordering the Tacos with vegetables instead of fish.

You might also want to try the Chips and dips with double salsa or Pasta with vegetables.

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’

At Homecomin’, you can ask for a Farmhouse Salad, Kitchen Plate, or Fried Chicken Sandwich to be customized as vegan. Incogmeato tenders are available for substitutions.

City Works Eatery & Pour House

At City Works, start with Kung Pao Cauliflower or the Fried Pickles (ask for vegan horseradish aioli).

For your meal, there is an Impossible Burger that can be made with a vegan gluten free bun. Also available are a Corn and Black Bean Salad, House Salad (without croutons), and Beet Salad.

The Edison

We have had some great vegan burgers in Disney, like a super flavorful Electric Garden Burger at The Edison. A plant-based Beyond Burger is on the menu. Start with the Guacamole and Tortilla Chips.

Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar

Pastas and Salads can be modified for vegan diners.

Frontera Cocina

Start with Chips and Salsa, Guacamole and Chips, or Toasted Pumpkin Seed “Hummus”.

Customize a Salad. Or ask for Vegetable Tacos with eggplant.

House of Blues

Dining here soon? Ask for the vegan Impossible Burger or a modified salad.

Your server can guide you to other vegan options.

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar

Talk to your server about omitting the meats and cheese from the Air Pirate’s Pretzel.

Typically, they will also modify the price.

Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante 

Go ahead and order Pasta here.

Just ask for your dish to be vegan.

Morimoto Asia

There are some delicious options at Morimoto Asia including Vegetable Sushi, Edamame, Fried Rice (customized to be vegan), Steamed Vegetables, and Kung Pao Cauliflower.

Be sure to ask for gluten free soy sauce. 

Paddlefish 

At Paddlefish, vegans can order the guacamole without lobster. For your main dish, try the vegetarian pasta.

Paradiso 37

For an appetizer, we recommend chips and salsa or the house made guacamole.

Vegan diners might like the Harbour Island Tropical Chopped Salad (without bacon), Napa Valley Vegan Flatbread, Beans, Cilantro Rice, or Veggie Burger.

Planet Hollywood

Try Pasta with marinara and vegetables.

The Polite Pig

There are a few things here that can be customized to be vegan (BBQ Cauliflower without the sour cream, Crispy Brussel Sprouts without the caramel, and Sweet Potato Tots without the cheese).

Or try the BBQ Waffle Fries!

Raglan Road

Raglan Road has some impressive vegan options. Ask for vegan risotto, onion rings, or Shepherd’s Pie.

Rainforest Cafe

The Ancient Grain Bowl is vegan here. Other menu items can be customized.

Try the Beef Lava Nachos without beef, cheese, or sour cream. The Beyond Burger becomes vegan without the cheese and by substituting the brioche bun for Texas Toast. Try the Korean Spicy Stir-fry without the chicken. You might also want to modify the Anaconda Pasta by ordering it without cheee.

Splitsville

We went ALL out and ordered some custom vegan items for our veggie-eating friend that was dining with us!

 

Try the Edamame or Veggie Roll. The Impossible Burger is no longer on the menu. Ask your server for the latest vegan options.

T-Rex

Vegan diners can order the Jurassic Salad or Grain Bowl. Or make some customizations! Order the Beyond Burger without cheese and ask for a vegan bun or try the Prehistoric Pasta without alfredo sauce and cheese.

Terralina Crafted Italian

Terralina Crafted Italian serves Pasta with vegetables.

Menu items that can be modified include salads and the Antipasti Tower without meat and cheese.

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill 

Pasta dishes can be modified for vegan diners.

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Remember to always ask your server or a chef if an item is vegan. Walt Disney World restaurants are constantly changing ingredients and suppliers. Even if you’re a vegan, you can find a bunch of great food at Disney Springs!

More Helpful Hints and Resources

Though it is far less difficult these days for vegans to find options throughout Walt Disney World, as with other guests dining with special diet concerns, you may wish to note that there is a plant-based guest in your dining party on any Advance Dining Reservations you make for Table Service restaurants. We recommend clearly noting your restrictions (no eggs, no meat, no dairy, no honey, etc.).

Of course, if you would like to learn more about your options even prior to making your Advance Dining Reservations, you can peruse individual restaurant menus on the Walt Disney World website or visit the Walt Disney World website’s Plant-based Dining Guide page.

If you are dining at a Counter Service location which accepts Mobile Order, keep your eyes peeled for the Plant-based icon! (Not familiar with Mobile Order? Learn more here!)

Check out our DFB YouTube Video about some of the BEST Disney World restaurants for vegan and vegetarian dining!

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