CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Vegetarians and vegans who are tired of settling for salad have a lot of options in Clarksville. While we don’t have many purely vegan restaurants here, we do have some vegan and vegetarian options on an array of local menus.

Here are the local-restaurant favorite vegetarian and vegan menu options, according to those who responded to a recent Clarksville Now poll.

A meatball sub at Don’t Have a Cow on June 30, 2022. (Angela Peterson)
A burger at Don’t Have a Cow on June 30, 2022 (Angela Peterson)

1. Don’t Have A Cow Vegan Cafe and Takeaway: This restaurant won Gold in Clarksville’s Best 2021 for Best Vegan/Vegetarian spots in Clarksville. This is the only exclusively vegan restaurant in the area, with plenty of delicious eats using animal-free meat substitutes, including a Field Roast Burger, a Meatball Marinara Sub and Chicken Piccata Sandwich. They are at 110-A Tiny Town Road right across from Walgreens. Their hours are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday.

A veggie bowl from Hot Pita, at Franklin and Second Street.
Hot Pita owners outside of the restaurant. (Hot Pita, Contributed)

2. Hot Pita: This restaurant won Silver in Clarksville’s Best 2021. According to poll results, some of Clarksville’s favorite vegan items from here are the Vegan Spicy Black Bean with Hummus and the Veggie Falafel rice bowls. They are downtown Clarksville at 136 Franklin St. Their hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Falafel from Athena Greek Cafe on Peachers Mill Road. (Contributed)
Athena Greek Cafe on Peachers Mill Road. (Angela Peterson)

3. Athena Greek Cafe: At this restaurant, veggie eaters swear by their Veggie Falafel. You can get it on a sandwich, salad or on a bed of rice. Just ask for it without the cucumber sauce to make it vegan. They also have hummus and grape leaves. Athena is at 811 Peachers Mill Road, and they are open daily from 10:10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. except on Sundays when they are open from 12:10 to 7:30 p.m.

Kohana ramen. (Contributed)
Kohana interior. (Contributed)

4. Kohana Sushi & Ramen: Located at 120 Corporate Drive, this establishment has a vegan ramen, vegetable tempura, and many other vegan and vegetarian options. They are open Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5-9:30 p.m., Fridays 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5-10 p.m., Saturdays noon-10 p.m., and Sundays noon-9 p.m.

Tabouleh at Mediterranean Grill on Franklin Street.

5. Mediterranean Grill: Located at 541 Franklin St., this restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Some options they have for vegans and vegetarians include Mujadara, a rice and lentil meal, Tabouleh, and hummus falafels.

A blueberry grilled cheese at Mickey’s Downtown (Mickey’s Downtown, Contributed)
Mickey’s in downtown Clarksville on Franklin Street.

6. Mickey’s Downtown: Beyond just salads, Mickey’s has a selection of veggie burgers, and a fan favorite bratwurst that coined the name “Rock Out with your Brat Out.” A vegetarian option they have is the blueberry grilled cheese. You can find them at 125 Franklin St., and their hours are Monday-Wednesday 4 p.m.-midnight, Thursday 4 p.m.-3 a.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-3 a.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-midnight.

A side salad with homemade bread at Silke’s Old World Breads (Silke’s Old World Breads, Contributed)
Beyond Amazing Burger at Silke’s Old World Breads on June 21, 2022 (Silke’s Old World Breads, Contributed)

7. Silkes Old World Breads Bakery & Cafe: Silkes is at 1214 College St., and they have a huge selection of vegan and vegetarian items. From pizzas to salads to sweet treats, they have it all. Their hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Avocado toast at The Mad Herbalist on June 30, 2022. (Angela Peterson)
The exterior of The Mad Herbalist on June 30, 2022. (Angela Peterson)

8. The Mad Herbalist: This hidden gem is at 1601 Madison St. They usually keep two to three vegan items on their menu every season, along with their seasonal selection of teas. This restaurant is known for its cozy environment, and they also have brunch specialties on the weekends. Their hours are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

A vegetarian meal at Tandoor Indian Bistro (Tandoor Indian Bistro, Contributed)

9. Tandoor Indian Bistro: Tandoor Indian Bistro is at 2868 Wilma Rudolph Blvd. in the same plaza as Ulta Beauty. This establishment offers a wide variety of Indian cuisine and a cozy atmosphere to add to the experience. Some of their vegan and vegetarian options include the Bengan Bertha, a roasted eggplant meal, and the Makhani Curry, a creamy tomato and cashew sauce with your choice of vegetables.

A soul food plate made by Virtuous Queens on July 5, 2022. (Angela Peterson)
Dosheika Adams, the founder and chef at Virtuous Queens. (Angela Peterson)

10. Virtuous Queens: It’s not a restaurant, but you can find their dishes around town. Virtuous Queens is a vegan meal prep company with meals, juices and smoothies, and sweets. That also includes gyros to black bean burgers for delivery or pickup. You can catch them at the Downtown Market every Saturday, and some of their goods are also sold at Sanctuary on Main and at Rose Beauty Bar.

Chris Smith contributed to this report.

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