Whether you’re on a road trip, hopping between cities, or just need a quick bite, eating vegan at fast food chains in the US doesn’t have to be a challenge. From plant-based burgers to dairy-free desserts, here’s your ultimate guide to vegan options at popular fast food chains nationwide.
Taco Bell
Taco Bell has long been a favorite for plant-based eaters thanks to its fully customizable menu. You can swap beans for meat in almost any item and order Fresco Style (removing dairy), making classics like the Crunchwrap Supreme and 7-Layer Burrito vegan-friendly. Don’t forget their chips, guacamole, and cinnamon twists for a sweet or salty snack on the go.
Burger King
Burger King is a pioneer in veg-friendly fast food, offering a vegetarian Veggie Burger as early as 2002 and introducing the Impossible Whopper in 2019. For breakfast, enjoy French Toast Sticks and hash browns, and for lunch or dinner, dig into the Impossible Whopper (swap mayo for mustard!) and french fries.
Subway
Subway makes it easy to build a vegan meal with endless sandwich and salad combinations. The Veggie Delight is fully plant-based (when ordered on Artisan Italian or Hearty Multigrain bread), and some locations offer a vegan-friendly veggie patty. You can pile on fresh veggies, add avocado, and enjoy a quick, customizable meal wherever you are.
Wendy’s
Wendy’s may not be the top pick for vegans, but if it’s your only option, there are still a few solid choices. Baked potatoes, french fries, side salads, and apple bites are all plant-based. And by skipping dairy toppings and dressings, you can put together a simple, satisfying meal while on the road.
Dunkin’
Dunkin’ has expanded its vegan coffee and breakfast lineup in recent years. Oat milk lattes (with no upcharge) and a variety of bagels—Cinnamon Raisin, Plain, Everything, and Sesame—are solid choices. You can also grab avocado toast or crispy hash browns for a quick plant-based bite.
Chipotle
Chipotle is a go-to for travelers looking for a hearty vegan meal. Sofritas, their spicy tofu option, can be added to burritos, bowls, tacos, or salads, then topped with rice, beans, veggies, and guacamole for a filling feast anywhere in the country. They even offer “Lifestyle Bowls” like the Veggie Full Bowl and Plant Powered Bowl, which can be ordered online or through the mobile app and are fully vegan as-is.
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen might be known for its ice cream, but vegans still have a few sweet and savory options. Many locations carry a Non-Dairy Dilly Bar made with coconut cream. You can also snack on fries or pretzel sticks (hold the queso).
Panda Express
Panda Express offers several vegan-friendly options, making it easy to enjoy a quick, flavorful meal on the go. Plant-based choices include veggie spring rolls, Super Greens, white rice, chow mein, and Eggplant Tofu (available at select locations).
Shake Shack
Shake Shack may not be the first choice for plant-based eaters, but in a pinch you can customize the Veggie Shack to be vegan by skipping cheese, ShackSauce, and crispy onions, and swapping the bun for a gluten-free bun or lettuce wrap. Load up on free toppings like lettuce, tomato, and onion for extra substance. You can also enjoy their fries alongside your burger.
