If you are looking for vegetarian restaurants in Breckenridge, the good news is that this mountain town is far more veggie friendly than its steakhouse reputation lets on. From wood fired pizzas piled with vegetables to a fully plant based pizzeria and a handful of cafes built around tofu, grains, and greens, you can eat very well here without a single bite of meat. As a family run pizzeria in the heart of the historic district, we spend a lot of our days helping guests find the right table, so here is our honest local guide to eating vegetarian in Breckenridge.
Tin Plate Pizza: A Vegetarian Friendly Local Favorite
We will be upfront: Tin Plate is not a vegetarian only restaurant. What we are is one of the easiest places in town to eat a genuinely great meatless meal. Pizza is one of the most vegetarian friendly foods there is, and ours starts with a 72 hour cold fermented sourdough crust made from heirloom wheat milled by our neighbors at Moxie Bread Company, topped with house made mozzarella and cultured butter. A classic Margherita, a garden vegetable pie, or a white pizza with seasonal produce are all meat free by nature, and our kitchen is glad to build a custom veggie pizza however you want it. If pizza is what you are craving, our roundup of the best pizza in Breckenridge shows where we fit in.
For guests who eat vegetarian and also skip dairy, we make an in house dairy free vegan mozzarella that really does melt and stretch, so a fully plant based pizza is on the table too. Good pizza takes time. The best pizza takes time and quality ingredients, and that goes for a vegetable pie just as much as it does for our 12 hour braised short rib. You will also find crisp salads and shareable starters that keep the whole table happy. Best of all, our main dining room is walk in only, so there is no reservation to plan around.
The Fully Plant Based Pick: Piante Pizzeria
If you want a restaurant where every single item is meat free, Piante Pizzeria at 520 S. Main St. is the answer. It is Breckenridge’s only 100 percent plant based restaurant, and it happens to be a pizzeria, which makes it an easy recommendation for us to make with a straight face. The wood fired pies run from a simple Margherita to the Buffalo Soldier with buffalo cauliflower and a hearty El Jefe built on plant based toppings. Piante also offers a gluten free crust, so it doubles as a strong choice for anyone eating both vegetarian and gluten free.
More Vegetarian Friendly Restaurants in Breckenridge
Beyond the pizza, several Breckenridge kitchens do right by vegetarians:
- Aurum Food and Wine (209 S. Ridge St.) is the upscale pick, with a creekside patio and thoughtful vegetable plates like crispy curried cauliflower and lemon artichoke crispy polenta.
- Amazing Grace (213 Lincoln Ave.) has been a local staple for two decades, serving a spicy tofu sandwich with tahini and curry, a loaded veggie deluxe, and famously good vegan cookies.
- Bangkok Happy Bowl (103.5 N. Main St.) makes ordering vegetarian easy, with Thai curries, fresh salads, and plenty of tofu and vegetable dishes.
- Pho Real (161 E. Adams Ave.) serves vegetarian pho, veggie banh mi, and vermicelli bowls, exactly the warm, brothy meal you want after a day on the mountain.
- Empire Burger (500 S. Main St.) keeps meat free diners covered with an Impossible burger, fried zucchini chips, and fried mushrooms.
Vegetarian Breakfast and Lunch in Breckenridge
Mornings are easy for vegetarians here. Semplice Cafe (209 N. Main St.) is a favorite for its Can’t Even Vegan breakfast burrito and a vegan Caesar, alongside egg and cheese options for lacto ovo vegetarians. Cool River Coffee House and Bakery (325 S. Main St.) pours the coffee and turns out a vegan breakfast burrito and cauliflower curry tacos. And Soupz On (400 N. Park Ave.) is the cozy midday stop, ladling out vegetable forward soups like Tuscan white bean and roasted garlic mushroom.
Tips for Vegetarian Dining in Breckenridge
A few things worth knowing. Most sit down restaurants in town will gladly modify a dish, so do not be shy about asking your server what can be made meat free. If you are strictly vegan rather than vegetarian, our full guide to vegan restaurants in Breckenridge covers the spots that go all the way. Eating gluten free too? Our gluten free dining guide maps the crossover options, including our own dedicated bought in gluten free pizza crust. And for the bigger picture of where to eat around town, our complete Breckenridge dining guide is the best place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there good vegetarian restaurants in Breckenridge?
Yes. While Breckenridge is known for its steakhouses and taverns, plenty of kitchens are genuinely vegetarian friendly. Piante Pizzeria is fully plant based, Tin Plate builds meat free artisan pizzas and salads, and spots like Aurum, Amazing Grace, Bangkok Happy Bowl, and Pho Real all offer strong vegetarian dishes.
What is the only fully plant based restaurant in Breckenridge?
Piante Pizzeria at 520 S. Main St. is Breckenridge’s only 100 percent plant based restaurant. Every item on the menu is vegan, and it also offers a gluten free crust.
Is Tin Plate Pizza good for vegetarians?
Yes. Tin Plate is not vegetarian only, but pizza is one of the most vegetarian friendly foods there is. Our Margherita, garden vegetable, and white pizzas are meat free, we build custom veggie pies, and we make a dairy free vegan mozzarella for a fully plant based pizza. We also serve fresh salads and shareable starters.
Can you eat vegetarian and gluten free in Breckenridge?
Yes. Piante Pizzeria offers a gluten free crust on its all plant based menu, and Tin Plate sources a dedicated gluten free crust and can pair it with vegetables and vegan mozzarella. See our gluten free dining guide for the full list of crossover options.
Come In for a Veggie Pizza
Craving a great meat free pizza tonight? Take a look at our menu and come see us at 110 S. Ridge St. in the historic district. Our main dining room is walk in only, so there are no reservations needed. Just walk in, grab a table, and let us build you something delicious.