Vegan Eats Around the Island

Whether you eat vegan for its health benefits, humane reasons, or just because you enjoy food that is colorful and fresh; finding vegan food in Puerto Rico has its challenges. In San Juan you have a selection of places to choose from, each offering their own specialties. Across the island more and more places are popping up. How fortunate Puerto Rico is to have such amazing and talented vegan chefs for healthy dining experiences! 

Degree 18 Juice Bar is a favorite spot to hit after a hike in El Yunque. Set on the main street through Palmer, they have amazing smoothies, acai bowls and vegan snacks such as veggie burgers, wraps and yummy vegan empanada. Food is fresh and made on the spot. Lovely outdoor seating area with a new roof built so you can hear the pitter patter of rain overhead. Dogs are welcome, and they don’t use styrofoam or single-use plastics. Being on an island, getting away from single use and styrofoam containers is important for the environment.

degree18juice.com

LGBQT friendly.

Open 7 days per week from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

16 Cll Principal, Palmer, Río Grande 00721, Puerto Rico

El Grifo in Caguas has some of the most amazing vegan food on the island. Generally reservations are required, though sometimes they can accommodate walk-ins if possible. They carry an extensive list of Puerto Rican brews and have an amazing brunch. Even non-vegans will love and enjoy their food. For brunch they offer pancakes, scrambles and waffles. For lunch/dinner they have pastas, burgers, pizza, and a kids menu. They also serve coffee with a variety of alternative ‘milks’ and juices. The historic building has beautiful 100 year old tiles upstairs. Downstairs they have a bar and additional seating. 

https://elgrifopr.com/collections/reservaciones

LGBQT friendly. 

Thursday-Friday 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

C. Betances, Caguas, 00725, Puerto Rico

Sana Farm to Table organic restaurant in Rincon is an amazing option for colorful fresh food. They offer a gorgeous vegan poke bowl that was bursting with colorful fresh veggies. Their menu is mostly vegan but they offer a few fish options. The menu consists of avocado toast, poke bowls, vegan burgers, wraps, tacos, soups and salads. Ordering is done at the window and there is plenty of outdoor seating.

https://www.facebook.com/sanafarmtotable/

LGBQT friendly and woman owned business.

Open Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Sundays.

PR-413 km 4.1, Rincón 00677, Puerto Rico

Bori Vegan in Guaynabo. A neighborhood vegan restaurant with a fun relaxed vibe. They offer a vegan pastry selection as well! Loved the gorgeous plate of food with Puerto Rican flavor. Their menu contains pancakes, burritos, salads, juices, pastries. There is a breakfast and lunch menu, you can order ahead of time and pick up food to go. They are pretty active on Facebook and Instagram if you want to see their specials in advance. 

https://www.instagram.com/borivegan/

Woman-owned business. 

Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Closed on weekends

43 Av. Esmeralda, Guaynabo, 00969, Puerto Rico

‍Berlingeri in the Ocean Park area of San Juan.

They offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan deliciousness. Tofu, rice bowls, salads, Puerto Rican vegan fare, deserts, coffee, juices and specialty dinners on occasion. Locally sourced and organic product. While their hours are limited, they are a popular lunch spot. Order in or or order for pick up and head to the beach! There is a large parking lot in front of the building, which isn’t on the street but can be spotted easily once you park because it is covered in greenery.

https://m.facebook.com/Berlingericocinaartesanal/

Open Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Closed on weekends.

1966 McLeary Ave #1954, San Juan, 00911, Puerto Rico

Honorable Mentions:

San Juan

Stuffed Avocado shop

Casual dining for sit down or take away, not strictly vegan but a favorite go-to for quick fresh food with several locations in San Juan.  

Obrigado Organic Cafe & Acai Bar

Casual dining offering french toast, burgers, smoothies, tacos, buddha bowls. 

Cafe Berlin

Upscale eatery in Viejo San Juan suitable for meat eaters and vegans to eat together in one establishment. 

Rincon

Passiflora

All vegan and vegetarian menu, vegan comfort food with Puerto Rican flavor.

Moksha

Food shack containing an all vegan menu which includes seitan and tofu options.

Estela Restaurant

Creative and unique dishes, offering vegetarian and traditional menus.

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