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Best vegan restaurants in Irvine

12 venues in Irvine rated A+ to B for vegan, every tier backed by cited sources.

12 venues · by tier, then confidence

How we rate
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Illustrative photo for Freesoulcaffé, photo: Anna Pelzer on Unsplashstock
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Freesoulcaffé

Tustin · Vegan · Cafe
VeganA+
GF·CoeliacC
VegE
DairyA+
EggA+
SoyE

All menu items are plant-based (vegan bacon, vegan feta, etc.), making the kitchen effectively dedicated to vegan. No animal products on premises. The menu does not use allergen symbols but descriptions are clear.

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Illustrative photo for Seabirds Kitchen, photo: Eiliv Aceron on Unsplashstock
02 / 12

Seabirds Kitchen

Costa Mesa · Vegan · Brunch
VeganA+
GF·CoeliacB
VegA+
NutB
SoyB

The entire restaurant is 100% vegan. That's confirmed by the restaurant's own branding and third-party reviews, and there are no animal products anywhere in the kitchen, so vegan diners can eat with confidence.

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Illustrative photo for The Sun Vegan, photo: Anna Pelzer on Unsplashstock
04 / 12

The Sun Vegan

Fountain Valley · Vegan · Vegetarian
VeganA
GF·CoeliacB
VegA
DairyA
EggA
ShellA

The entire menu is plant-based vegan, so the kitchen is fully free of animal products. The restaurant's name and description confirm this.

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Illustrative photo for Tender Greens, photo: Toa Heftiba on Unsplashstock
05 / 12

Tender Greens

Irvine Spectrum Center
VeganB
GF·CoeliacB
VegE
NutB
DairyB

Official menu labels certain dishes as vegan (VG). However, shared kitchen setup means cross-contact with animal products is possible. Verify with the team before ordering.

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Illustrative photo for CAVA, photo: Toa Heftiba on Unsplashstock
08 / 12

CAVA

Westpark · Mediterranean · Greek
VeganB
GF·CoeliacB
VegE
HalalC

Vegan options are listed separately with designated proteins, dips, and toppings. Shared kitchen means cross-contact with animal products is possible. CAVA's allergen guide provides details and staff can advise.

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Illustrative photo for Flower Child, photo: Anna Pelzer on Unsplashstock
09 / 12

Flower Child

Newport Beach · Vegan · Vegetarian
VeganB
GF·CoeliacB
VegB

The menu labels items as vegan, but a third-party guide notes the restaurant 'doesn't specifically accommodate vegans' and some dishes may contain dairy or non-vegan ingredients.

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Illustrative photo for Mendocino Farms, photo: Toa Heftiba on Unsplashstock
10 / 12

Mendocino Farms

University Town Center
VeganB
GF·CoeliacE
VegB
NutC
DairyC
EggC
ShellC

Items marked V are vegan. Brioche-style breads typically contain egg and milk, so a vegan sandwich needs a bread swap. The allergen sheet confirms ingredients, and staff can check it for you.

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Illustrative photo for Broken Yolk Cafe, photo: Eiliv Aceron on Unsplashstock
12 / 12

Broken Yolk Cafe

Westpark · Brunch · Cafe
VeganB
GF·CoeliacE
VegB
DairyD

Vegan options are confirmed. Multiple sources say the staff is knowledgeable, but menu marking varies, some say clearly marked, others say only two items. A reviewer got cheese on a vegan dish.