We had a request from a VeggL’er for us to create a vegan ordering guide for Potbelly Sandwich Works. Can you eat here if you are vegan? Yes! Potbelly has been asked this enough to offer this answer within their website’s info. What they do not do is make this easy to know when visiting so that’s where we can help.
Here is everything vegan-friendly at Potbelly Sandwich Works!
Vegan Options at Potbelly Sandwich Works
Potbelly’s Disclaimer:
Potbelly Sandwich Shops does serve food that may cause allergic reactions (including eggs, milk, peanuts, seafood, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat). Despite taking precautions, normal shop operations may involve some shared preparation areas, equipment, and utensils; the possibility exists for your food items to come into contact with other food products, including allergens.
Also, Potbelly’s food suppliers may change ingredients that may change the information provided here.
Notify the shop when placing your order to ensure proper preparation.
As with any restaurant that does not have a 100% vegan kitchen, cross-contamination can occur. You choose your level of comfort.
Sandwiches
Since you are capable of creating your own sandwich or salad at Potbelly, I am sharing these to either simplify your ordering thought process or to give you a little direction when creating your own.
To each of these, you can add ingredients; listed below.
- Mediterranean. Choose white bread or a wrap. Order with NO chicken or feta … comes with zesty hummus, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers and cucumbers.
- PB&J. Choose white bread or wrap … comes with peanut butter & grape jelly.
Create Your Own
Vehicles
- White Bread
- Wrap
- Salad
A flat may be an option but varies by location (state), according to Potbelly. You will need to ask your location to verify ingredients.
Toppings
- Caramelized Onion
- Hot Peppers
- Lettuce
- Pickles
- Sliced Onion
- Tomato
- Italian Seasoning
Until we learn if the candied/glazed walnuts are vegan-friendly, you can ask the location you are visiting; if interested.
Premium Toppings
- Artichoke Hearts
- Avocado
- Cucumber
- Diced Apples
- Dried Cranberry
- Fresh Strawberries
- Garbanzo Beans
- Grape Tomatoes
- Hummus
- Red Grapes
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Sliced Mushroom
Sauces
We have reached out to Potbelly to ask about the Balsamic Vinaigrette and Fat Free Vinaigrette. I know these two are egg & dairy free but not sure if they are 100% animal-free. You can check with your location.
- Brown Mustard
- Marinara Sauce
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Oil
Sides
Potbelly offers a Garden Vegetable Soup (beans, carrots, celery, corn, mushrooms, onions, peppers, potatoes and zucchini in a light tomato broth). It appears to be vegan-friendly but until we know for sure, if interested, ask your location. Be aware that the pie topper contains dairy, but they have oyster crackers.
- Chips. Baked Lays & Zapps Regular Flavor … check ingredients on everything else.
Potbelly Vegan FAQ
Is Potbelly’s bread vegan?
I specifically note this question because it is posed in Potbelly’s website, with their answer being:
Our Regular bread and wraps are vegan. Our Multigrain bread contains honey, so it is not vegan. FLATS may be vegan depending on the state.
More Links and Info:
- To see Potbelly Sandwich Work’s full menu head over to Potbelly’s menu on their website.
- Not quite what you were looking for? VeggL creates Vegan Guides
for popular chain restaurants, in the United States, including other locations like Subway and Jason’s Deli. - Disclaimer: We do everything possible at VeggL to make sure all our Vegan Guides are as up-to-date as possible, but sometimes menus and menu items can change. VeggL is not responsible for incorrect or outdated information. Always check with your location and server to confirm items are vegan when ordering. If you notice something that needs to be corrected – please let us know!
