Whether you’re looking to eat healthier, seeking to nourish your body and soul with fresh, plant-based meals, or embracing a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle, There are plenty of vegetarian restaurants in St. Charles that will satisfy your needs. And don’t worry, they don’t just serve bowls of lettuce. St. Charles vegan and vegetarian restaurants have a great variety of options, for every diet. Check out the diverse menus at these cafés that are sure to make even omnivores drool.
Rootbound
The large windows at Rootbound give customers a front row seat to Historic Main Street St. Charles. Located at 215 N Main Street, Rootbound is where healthy food meets robust flavor. With juices packed with nutrition, rejuvenating health shots (like the awakening shot), and fresh smoothies, Rootbound has a wide menu with plenty of options to make you feel refreshed. Their menu also caters to diverse tastes, boasting gluten-free pesto, tikka masala, southwest quinoa bowl, gluten and dairy-free waffles, cheesecake, cupcakes, and more. You can get your greens in at any meal of the day here.
Bike Stop Café
Bike Stop Café provides an elevated plant-based experience that is perfect for a lovely breakfast, lunch with friends, or a pit stop while you’re exploring the Katy Trail. Bike gear adorns the far wall and the bright, spacious interior opens up to a large patio with a view of both Saint Charles Main Street and the Missouri River. Bike Stop Café’s menu is mostly vegetarian with some vegan options including an all-day breakfast menu with dishes named after bike-related terms like the Big Wheel (a grilled house made bagel with eggs, cheddar-jack cheese, and ranch), the Schwinn Sandwich (eggs, Havarti, tomato, and red onion on house made bread), and more. Refuel after a bike ride on the trail or a grueling day at work with one of their sandwiches, wraps, or salads paired with a coffee, tea, or smoothie (also available in “boozy” form). Don’t forget to get some of Jodi’s Famous Peanut Butter Balls while you visit; they’re famous for a reason!
Frontier Perk Café
Frontier Perk Café serves food made with only the finest and freshest ingredients. This charming café with rustic wood floors has a menu that features popular breakfast items, salads, soups, sandwiches, wraps, and more. Located on 336 S Main Street, this café has the perfect selection for breakfast, lunch, and an early dinner. Their menu even has vegan and vegetarian options like Vegan Style Spring Rolls and The Vegetarian Sandwich, and it’s also easy to modify other menu items to fit those preferences. Order from their wide selection of coffees and other drinks to pair nicely with your meal. Frontier Perk Café is expanding and adding 108 S Main Street to their resume, too. This bigger location is currently under renovation, but once it's ready, Frontier Perk Café will move there. 336 S Main Street will become St. Charles Coffee & Caperie where they’ll serve crepes, paninis, pastries, and beloved classics. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates on the new space.