Plant-based dining has come a long way, and today’s restaurant chains are rising to meet the demand for flavorful, satisfying, and affordable vegan options. Whether you’re a long-time vegan or just looking to eat more plant-forward meals, certain chains stand out for their commitment to delicious variety and clean ingredients.
Here’s a review of some of the best national and regional chains offering excellent vegan meals—plus how to save money using cashback apps like Fluz, Rakuten, and Ibotta.
- Veggie Grill
Veggie Grill is an entirely plant-based chain, so you never have to double-check ingredients or ask for modifications. From their VG Classic Burger made with a housemade patty to seasonal bowls and sandwiches like the Tuna Melt (made with Good Catch plant-based tuna), Veggie Grill offers creative and filling options for every taste.
They also feature rotating specials and a selection of desserts like vegan chocolate chip cookies and carrot cake.
Explore their full menu and check for in-store or app-based promotions. While they don’t currently have a formal loyalty program, their app often includes special offers.
- CAVA
CAVA is a Mediterranean-inspired fast-casual chain known for build-your-own bowls that cater well to vegan diets. Choose greens or grains as a base, load up on toppings like falafel, roasted vegetables, and hummus, and finish with vegan-friendly dressings such as tahini, skhug, or lemon herb tahini.
Check out CAVA Rewards to earn points and unlock free menu items. Menu customization and ingredient transparency make it a top choice for flexible plant-based dining.
- Noodles & Company
Noodles & Company may be best known for comfort food, but their Japanese Pan Noodles and Zucchini Pesto with Sautéed Vegetables are naturally vegan or can easily be made so. They’ve also introduced Impossible™ Chicken as a plant-based protein option, which can be added to most pasta or salad dishes.
You can sign up for Noodles Rewards to earn points and receive birthday treats or exclusive offers.
- Blaze Pizza
Blaze makes it easy to go vegan with customizable pizzas featuring vegan cheese, a high-rise dough option, and a wide array of plant-based toppings. You can also opt for the Vegan Spicy Chorizo as a protein and finish your pizza with classic red sauce or spicy marinara.
Join the Blaze Rewards program to get discounts and earn freebies.
- Sweetgreen
Sweetgreen’s salads and warm bowls often feature plant-based ingredients by default. Customize with tofu, roasted sweet potatoes, lentils, or blackened chickpeas. Their Shroomami Bowl and Guacamole Greens (minus cheese) are popular vegan options.
Sweetgreen also rotates seasonal dishes, often with vegan options highlighted.
How to Save While Eating Vegan
Many of these chains are featured on apps like Rakuten, Ibotta, and Fluz, which offer cashback or rebates when you order directly or through delivery services. For example:
- Order CAVA via DoorDash using Rakuten for cashback
- Upload Sweetgreen receipts to Ibotta for rotating offers
- Buy exact-amount gift cards on Fluz before checkout at participating restaurants to instantly earn cashback—including spots like Chipotle, Taco Bell, Panera Bread, Dunkin’, and others with vegan-friendly menu items
Final Thoughts
From fast casual to fully plant-based, these restaurant chains make vegan dining accessible and rewarding. With loyalty programs and cashback apps in your corner, eating green doesn’t have to mean spending more.
