PLNT Burger in Boston

PLNT Burger, pronounced ‘Plant’ Burger, is an extensive slate of quick-service and dine-in ‘burger joint’ style restaurants. With locations in DC, VA, MD, PA, MA, and NY, the founders and operators of PLNT Burger have created a fun brand with a ‘quality of ingredients’ appeal. Management’s experience and expertise in building brands and scaling operations allow for promotional activities such as gameday deals, season-long promotions, and other customer-centric activities. Their restaurant build-outs compete with traditional fast-casual restaurant venues and are either standalone venues, storefronts within shopping plazas, or nestled within Whole Foods Markets. Expect delicious menu items such as cheeseburgers, chick’n sandwiches, chick’n nuggets, fries, milkshakes, and more entirely vegan options. TVD has yet to visit PLNT Burger, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!

PLNT Burger

Veggie Grill & Next Level in Cambridge

Next Level Burger and Veggie Grill are two legacy brands that have since merged, while maintaining distinct operating brands. Their respective menus offer a variety of comfort foods such as burgers, wraps, mac n’ cheese, vegetable dishes, desserts, tailored seasonal menu items, and more. They have locations in Boston, Los Angeles, NYC, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Denver, Austin, and more. Their restaurant build-outs compete with traditional fast-casual venues and are either standalone venues, storefronts within shopping plazas, or nestled within markets such as Whole Foods Market. TVD is yet to visit, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!

Veggie Grill & Next Level

Where to Dine in Boston, Massachusetts

Boston features a plant-based landscape that balances globally-inspired fine dining with historic community staples. The city’s dining scene is defined by its prestigious academic environment and a recent surge in artisanal, “fast-fine” culinary concepts. Each venue highlighted is meat-free, offering menus that are either fully vegan or mostly plant-based. [Prompted by TVD and fully generated by Google’s Gemini as of March 31, 2026. These purported venues are entirely identified by Gemini and have not been linked herein or verified by TVD, and so, should you decide to visit any of these venues, please review their website, online presence, and their Google Maps profile.]
 
 
 
 
Upscale Dining in Boston
 
 
Red Lentil is a premier vegetarian and vegan destination located in nearby Watertown. It is celebrated for its globally-inspired entrees, such as Moroccan spicy tagine and shepherd’s pie made with sweet potatoes and lentils. While it has been a local favorite for over a decade, its current refined model has been consistently recognized by culinary guides since its founding in 2009.
 
 
 
 
Casual Dining in Boston
 
 
Veggie Galaxy is a classic diner in Central Square, Cambridge. It reimagines traditional American comfort food through a meat-free lens. The menu is fully vegetarian with almost every item available as a vegan option, including their frappes as well as their chick’n and waffles. The diner was founded in September 2011.
 
My Thai Vegan Cafe is a long-standing, strictly vegan establishment located on the second floor of a historic building in Chinatown. The kitchen is known for its extensive menu of plant-based Thai classics and mock meats, particularly its bubble teas and spicy noodle dishes. The restaurant has served the community since 1998.
 
Rhythm ‘n Wraps is a Black-owned, fully vegan eatery near Allston known for its globally-inspired comfort food. Popular menu items include hearty bowls, burgers, sandwiches, mac ‘n cheese, wraps and more. The business has been operating out of its current location since 2018 with food-truck operations since 2012.
 
VeggieCrust is an innovative vegetarian and vegan restaurant with locations in Somerville, Brookline, and Lowell. It specializes in Indian-fusion pizza and pasta, offering a unique menu where traditional Italian dishes are topped with curries and plant-based paneer. The original Somerville location opened in August 2016.
 
Green Leaf is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant in Framingham that offers a diverse menu of plant-based burgers, sandwiches, and entrees. It has been a staple for meat-free dining in the West Metro area of Boston since 2012.
 
Saus at Bow Market is a vegetarian-led establishment in Somerville that specializes in Belgian-style fries and plant-based poutine. While their original Faneuil Hall location transitioned to serving meat, the Bow Market venue remains a dedicated meat-free spot for comfort food. The Bow Market location opened in 2018.
 
Clover Food Lab is a strictly meat-free, vegetable-centric chain with locations throughout Greater Boston, including its flagship at the Eastern Edge Food Hall. The menu focuses on high-quality, farm-to-table ingredients that change daily to highlight seasonal New England produce through creative sandwiches and nutrient-dense bowls. The business prioritizes environmental sustainability by utilizing fully compostable utensils and packaging across its entire operation. It has served an entirely plant-forward menu since its founding in 2008.
 
Veggie Grill by Next Level is a premier destination for vegan comfort food situated in Harvard Square, Cambridge. Following its merger with Next Level Burger, it continues to offer a broad selection of plant-based sandwiches, bowls, desserts, beverages, and more. The Harvard Square location opened in 2019.
 
PLNT Burger is a plant-based fast-casual restaurant located within Whole Foods Market in South End. It specializes in chef-crafted comfort food, burger joint staples, desserts, and beverages. The brand was founded in September 2019.
 
 
 
 
Cafes & Sweets in Boston
 
 
Cocobeet is a plant-based cafe and juice bar with locations in Boston’s Government Center, Wellesley, Seaport, and more. It is known for its organic cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and nutritious “grab-and-go” meals. The business was founded in 2014.