The Best Restaurants with Vegan Options in Las Vegas

If you're looking for something dependable that has lots of options, then check out Benihana. This Japanese steakhouse and sushi restaurant is on the Strip, in the Westgate Hotel, which means that they are in the middle of all of the action. At Benihana, order off the regular menu, which has options like seaweed salad, edamame, and vegetable tempura. You can also order hibachi — just make sure you check with the staff to be certain you're not getting animal products on your plate. Benihana will entertain your kids, so be sure to check this one out if you are traveling with family.

There is no better vegan restaurant in Las Vegas than Carmine's, especially one that serves excellent Italian food. Carmine's offers a traditional Italian menu, including vegan options like spaghetti with marinara, rigatoni, and broccoli, and a selection of salads. Carmine's originated in New York, and you will get an authentic Italian feel when you eat here. Carmine's is part of the Forum Shops at Caesars, so you can spend the day browsing, then refuel with a warm Italian meal at Carmine's.

Vintner Grill is in Summerlin, part of the bustling suburbs of Las Vegas. The restaurant shines as a place to enjoy patio dining, and is also one of the best vegan restaurants around. Vintner Grill offers options like white bean hummus with olive relish for vegan eaters, and diners can also ask their server to alter dishes to make more them meat- and dairy-free. The atmosphere at Vintner Grill is upscale and lively, so expect an exciting, but also well-dressed crowd.

If you are looking for a brand new vegan option in Las Vegas, check out Chica, which recently opened in the Venetian. The concept behind Chica is that they combine vibrant and bold Latin flavors with wines that match perfectly. At Chica, expect to taste dishes from Mexico, Argentina, Peru, Brazil, Venezuela, and more. When you eat at Chica, make sure you try the best vegan options on the menu, like homemade guacamole with plantain and tortilla strips and chargrilled cauliflower with a citrus herb drizzle.

SUSHISAMBA is one of the best restaurants in Las Vegas for diners that have dietary needs or restrictions. The restaurant, located in the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Palazzo, offers a regular menu, a gluten-free menu, and a vegan menu. Standouts on the vegan menu include mushroom tobanyaki, samba vegetable sushi, and eggplant robata. SUSHISAMBA originated in New York, and the Las Vegas outpost continues the original concept of feeling like a bustling, exciting nightclub.

Don't let the name fool you. Hanks Fine Steaks & Martinis is also a good place for people who don't eat steak or any meat or dairy at all. Hanks has their own vegan menu, which makes them one of the best vegan restaurants in Las Vegas. When you order from the vegan menu, make sure you don't overlook specialties like the pan seared quinoa cake or the cauliflower "steak." Hanks is inside the Green Valley Ranch Casino, which sits in another Las Vegas suburb — Henderson. Expect a more casual atmosphere than a restaurant on the Strip and one for which you can dress more casually.

Eat your vegan meal with a view when you dine at Top of the World. Top of the World is at the top of the Stratosphere, which means you can look out and see all of Las Vegas and the surrounding desert around you. The views are not the only good thing about Top of the World. The food is good as well. Try the local mixed greens salad or the roasted organic mushrooms. The menu at Top of the World marks vegetarian options, so consult with your server to make sure that an item is also vegan.

Lupo is one of the restaurants in the Mandalay Bay Resort. Wolfgang Puck is the legendary mastermind behind the casual Italian restaurant, which features a gorgeous bar at its center. Vegans can find options on the menu including antipasti, salads, and even pasta dishes. One of the main attractions at Lupo is the glass-enclosed wine room. Take in the stunning glint of light on the bottles while you dine, and make sure you order a glass so you can taste what you're staring at.

Another restaurant from Wolfgang Puck is CUT, located in the Venetian. CUT has options for vegans that are more interesting than the typical steakhouse sides. Consider ordering the Japanese matsutake mushrooms with sweet soy and cilantro or the wild field mushrooms and shishito peppers.

Lawrys the Prime Rib may be prime rib-focused, but they are also a good restaurant for vegans who want to dine with meat-lovers. Some of the best vegan options include fried onions, sizzling mushrooms, and a baked potato. Lawrys has been around since 1997, so they've mastered the art of making a great meal.

You don't have to eat meat to eat at Bazaar Meat. They are definitely meat-focused restaurant, located at the SLS Las Vegas, but their menu offers other options for non-meat eaters, like a giant selection of vegetables and salads. Bazaar Meat is a Jose Andres restaurant, which means that dining here is an experience. Get ready to feel in awe not only of the vegan food that you taste, but also of the presentation, the service, and the atmosphere.

If you're a fan of Southern food, check out Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, one of the places for the best vegan in Nevada. Yardbird serves up unforgettably good comfort food in the Venetian, and you can get some of that warm Southern comfort made meat-free. Enjoy dishes made with farm-to-table ingredients, like the butter lettuce and grilled mango salad or the crispy Brussels with spiced honey. Yardbird also shines for their cocktails, so be sure to sip on one of their standout whiskey concoctions.

The Capital Grille has a reputation for being one of the fanciest chains of steakhouses. Surprisingly, they are also a great option for vegans in Vegas. Vegans can delight in menu items like the field greens salad and the roasted wild mushrooms. The Capital Grille is across the street from the Wynn Hotel, and when you dine there you can enjoy unforgettable views of the Strip. Be sure to dress up when you dine at the Capital Grille, because the atmosphere is relatively fancy.

Scotch 80 Prime is a restaurant in the Palms Casino and Resort in Las Vegas, and they are one of the best vegan restaurants in Nevada if you like the feeling of an upscale cocktail lounge. Scotch 80 Prime has a dress code, and they ask you to refrain from wearing shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, swimwear, or gym wear when you eat there. You cannot wear a hat in the restaurant either. Vegans have options on the menu at Scotch 80 Prime. Some of the best are the white asparagus tips with melted leeks and the English spring peas with chanterelle mushrooms and cipollini onions. There are many salads on the menu at Scotch 80 Prime that can also exist without the dairy. Ask your server what the kitchen can do.

Don't let the name of the restaurant Strip House confuse you. They are much more than just a steakhouse, and have good options for vegan and non-vegan diners alike. If you want a dish that doesn't have any meat or dairy in it, order the mixed field greens or the garlic herb French fries. There are also healthy side dish options like the steamed broccoli and the sauteed wild mushrooms. The Striphouse is in the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino on the heart of the strip, so stop in for a delicious meal before you go out and gamble the night away.

Delmonico Steakhouse first opened in New Orleans. Today, there is a branch in the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. If you want a classic fancy steakhouse atmosphere with Creole-style fare that will make you and meat-eater dining companions happy, there is no better place to make a reservation. Dine on items from their menu of vegetables, including sauteed garlic mushrooms or broccoli. Ask your server about the menu items they can make vegan. They simply want to make their diners happy.

Another of the most popular steakhouse chains in Vegas is also, surprisingly, one of the best vegan restaurants, too. The Palm features typical steakhouse fare, and the veggie-friendly options are things like Andy's Mixed Green Salad, Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Zest, and Leaf Spinach. Visit the Palm in the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.