🍗 Best Vegan Fried Chicken in Portland (2026)

30 fried chicken spots 27 fully vegan 3 vegetarian

Crispy, juicy, and 100% plant-based — vegan fried chicken in Portland, Oregon is having a moment. These restaurants nail the crunch and flavor of classic fried chicken without any animal products.

Last updated: April 2026

#1

Ben & Esther's Vegan Jewish Deli

Vegan Jewish Deli $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿5/5
📍 1800 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211

Classic American Jewish deli converted to 100% plant-based, serving bagels, lox, matzo ball soup, Reubens, and challah bread.

#2

Dirty Lettuce

Vegan Southern $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿5/5
📍 4727 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97213

All-vegan Black-owned Southern comfort food with Cajun Mac 'n' Cheeze, seitan catfish, crispy konjac root shrimp, and fried cauliflower bite…

#3

Obon Shokudo

Vegan Japanese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿5/5
📍 720 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214

Plant-based Japanese comfort food with scratch-made noodles, onigiri, tempura udon, curry, and even dog sushi for pets.

#4

DC Vegetarian

Vegan American $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿5/5
📍 614 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Hearty vegan comfort food cart in downtown Portland with massive Philly cheesesteaks and loaded fries.

#5

Belmont Vegan Ramen

Vegan Japanese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 3600 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214

Dedicated vegan ramen shop with miso, tonkotsu-style mushroom, spicy garlic, and seasonal ramen bowls.

#6

Buddy's Steaks

Vegan Cheesesteaks $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 6040 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213

Vegan cheesesteak food cart run by Philadelphia natives serving authentic cheesesteaks, mozzarella sticks, and loaded fries.

#7

Chubby Bunny

Vegan American $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 3515 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214

Secretly all-vegan comfort food brunch cart with breakfast sandwiches, hash browns, burgers, and all-day breakfast.

#8

CoKiea's Kitchen

Vegan Soul Food $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 6040 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213

All-vegan soul food cart famous for its gumbo, mac n cheese, fried plantains, and hearty Southern-inspired plant-based meals.

#9

Concordia Vegan Curry Cart

Vegan Indian $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 5300 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Indian-style vegan curry cart with butter chickpea, palak tofu, and garlic naan.

#10

Cooper's Co-op Cafe

Vegan American $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 2420 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214

All-vegan café inside Mirisata serving breakfast classics, customizable sandwiches, and hearty plant-based brunch.

#11

Cully Vegan Soul Food Cart

Vegan Soul Food $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 5500 NE Cully Blvd, Portland, OR 97218

All-vegan soul food cart with mac n cheese, collard greens, fried chicken, and sweet potato pie.

#12

Daily Fuel

Vegan Health Food $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 3447 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214

All-vegan healthy food spot with dude burgers, brussels sprouts, roasted potatoes, and gluten-free comfort meals.

#13

Face Plant

Vegan Fast Food $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 5610 N Interstate Ave, Portland, OR 97217

100% plant-based fast food restaurant like a vegan In-N-Out with burgers, chicken nuggets, fries, and milkshakes.

#14

Flourish

Vegan Comfort Food $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 8325 N Ivanhoe St, Portland, OR 97203

All-vegan comfort food fusion cart at St Johns Beer Porch with Un-Beetable Burger, sushi burritos, and paninis.

#15

Fortune Portland

Vegan Latin American $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 811 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Downtown bar hosting Plant Based Papi vegan Latin American popup with fried chicken, mac n cheese, and bold flavors.

#16

Grass Fed PDX

Vegan American $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 4237 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217

Vegan food cart collaborative at The Uncanny with rotating specials and comfort food classics.

#17

Gravy Restaurant Mississippi

Vegetarian American $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 3957 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227

Popular brunch spot with vegan breakfast options including tofu scrambles, vegan biscuits and gravy, and plant-based pancakes.

#18

Hawthorne Vegan Soul Kitchen

Vegan Soul Food $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 4600 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97215

All-vegan soul food with mac and cheese, fried okra, cornbread, and collard greens on Hawthorne.

#19

Lilla

Vegan Italian $$$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 927 SE Morrison St, Portland, OR 97214

All-vegan Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, carbonara, chicken parmesan, and Italian-inspired seasonal dishes.

#20

NW Portland Ramen Lab

Vegan Japanese $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 1530 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210

All-vegan ramen shop with rich mushroom tonkotsu, spicy miso, and seasonal toppings.

#21

PDX Vegan Wings

Vegan Wings $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 4220 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217

Food cart specializing in crispy vegan buffalo wings, ranch dip, loaded fries, and Nashville hot cauliflower.

#22

Pine State Biscuits Alberta

Vegetarian Southern $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 2204 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211

Portland brunch institution offering hearty vegan biscuits and gravy with plant-based sausage, scrambles, and seasonal sides.

#23

Plant Based Papi

Vegan Latin American $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 525 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR 97209

Vegan Latin American popup serving vegan parmesan, mac n cheese, fried chicken, and bold South American flavors.

#24

Root Down PDX

Vegan Comfort Food $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 4207 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217

All-vegan comfort food cart with loaded mac n cheese, smoked tempeh sandwiches, and house-fermented kimchi.

#25

Van Hanh Vegan Restaurant

Vegan Vietnamese $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 1210 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97216

Vegan Vietnamese restaurant run by Buddhist monks and nuns serving orange chicken, lemongrass tofu, pho, and potstickers.

#26

Vertical Diner

Vegan American Diner $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 6330 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97239

100% vegan diner with all-day breakfast, 90% gluten-free-on-request menu, and hearty comfort food classics.

#27

Victoria Bar

Vegan Cajun $$
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿4/5
📍 4614 N Albina Ave, Portland, OR 97217

All-vegan bar with spacious patio, Cajun-inspired fare, Buffalo cauliflower bites, fried chicken sandwich, and weekend brunch.

#28

100% Vegan Food Cart

Vegan Fast Food $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿3/5
📍 850 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204

Downtown vegan food cart serving chicken sandwiches, mozzarella sticks, Philly cheesesteaks, and crispy fries.

#29

Mississippi Vegan Grilled Cheese

Vegan American $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿3/5
📍 4180 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217

Food cart specializing in gourmet vegan grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato soup and house pickles.

#30

Reel M Inn

Vegetarian Bar Food $
🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿3/5
📍 2430 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202

Dive bar with surprisingly good vegan fried chicken, plant-based po'boys, and a laid-back Portland atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the best vegan fried chicken in Portland?

VeganBites lists 30 restaurants serving vegan fried chicken in Portland, Oregon. Top-rated options include Ben & Esther's Vegan Jewish Deli, Dirty Lettuce and Obon Shokudo. Each listing includes vegan ratings, price range, and directions.

How many places serve vegan fried chicken in Portland?

There are 30 vegan-friendly restaurants known for fried chicken in Portland. 27 are fully vegan and 3 are vegetarian with strong vegan options. This list is updated regularly.

What is the #1 vegan fried chicken spot in Portland?

Based on vegan ratings and community reviews, Ben & Esther's Vegan Jewish Deli is the top-rated spot for vegan fried chicken in Portland. It has a vegan rating of 5/5. Browse all 30 options to find your ideal match.

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