Charlotte Douglass International Airport Vegan Options (2026)

Charlotte Airport Vegan Options

If you’re currently in the Charlotte Airport (CLT) and trying to figure out what the best vegan options are and where you can find them, you’re in the right place!

Or maybe you’re a planner like Jen and you’re planning your trip in advance… if so, good for you! Either way, we have exactly what you’re looking for.

This guide is broken down by concourse in the Charlotte Airport. We share with you the best vegan options in each area.

If you become aware of other vegan food in the airport that we’re missing, especially if it’s a local spot, please reach out and let us knowOpens in a new tab. so we can continue to make this guide better for all of the vegan travelers in our VeggL community!

Vegan Options at Charlotte Airport

Click on the name of any chain restaurant to see the full guide showing their vegan options. Be aware that menus may vary at airport locations.

Atrium

Chick-fil-AOpens in a new tab. (next to security checkpoint 1)

Waffle Fries, Kale Crunch Salad and a fruit cup are your quick vegan options at Chick-fil-A.

Hissho Sushi (close to security checkpoint 1)

A couple of VeggL’ers have let us know Hisho Sushi offers a vegan-friendly Veggie Sushi that has avocado, carrots and cucumber in it.

Thank you for the info, Lou & Emma!

Jersey Mike’sOpens in a new tab. (next to security checkpoint 2)

Order The Veggie, with modifications. Cross-reference our guide for bread/wrap options.

Burger KingOpens in a new tab. (next to security checkpoint 2)

Vegan Options at Burger King
Burger King’s French Toast Stick* and Hash Browns*

Burger King offers the accidentally-vegan Impossible Whopper* (order with no mayo) and fries*. If you are there early, the French Toast Sticks and Hash Browns are as well.

Dunkin’ (just after security checkpoint 2)

Multiple bagels (like Everything and Cinnamon Raisin) are available. Avocado Toast and Hash Browns make Dunkin a decent choice.

Tequileria (just after security checkpoint 2 –on your way to C gates)

A VeggL user let us know that Tequileria offers a vegan option called, the Verduras.

Thank you for the recommendation, Brandi!

Auntie Anne’sOpens in a new tab. (just after security checkpoint 3)

Auntie Anne’s offers a couple of pretzel options that can be made vegan; including dipping sauces. Be aware ordering with no butter is a special order and will take extra time. Verify this can be done at the airport location first. Then be prepared to wait.

Check our Auntie Anne’s vegan guide to see which options you can make vegan.

Baggage

Queen Charlotte’s Kitchen

Queen Charlotte’s Kitchen is listed as having vegan options on the Charlotte Airport website. We do not have additional info with what your options are though. If you happen to stop by and learn more, please let us know!

Concourse A

Click on the name of any chain restaurant to see the full guide showing all their vegan options. Be aware that airport location menus may vary.

StarbucksOpens in a new tab. (Connector)

With the many options of non-dairy milk (oat, almond, soy, coconut) available at all Starbucks, there is almost an infinite number of vegan drinks you can order.

On the food side, you have a couple of options including Bagels (plain or everything–ask if they have guacamole or a peanut butter packet to top it with) or Oatmeal. Airport locations may be limited so you can also check the ingredients on their snacks.

the Taproom (Gate A3)

A VeggL’er let us know that the Taproom has a Tabbouleh wrap that’s vegan with falafel and several other dishes easily made vegan. Thank you, Emily!

Wendy’s (Gate A5)

Look for fries or a baked potato (order with only chives or plain; NO sour cream or butter). Ask for ketchup, mustard or maybe guacamole.

Panera BreadOpens in a new tab. (Gate A22)

Vegan Options at Panera Bread
This Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich exceeded my expectations. I changed the Tomato Basil bread out for the Black Pepper Focaccia (amazing!). The drink is a Prickly Pear Hibiscus Fresca – it’s a great summer drink.

Oatmeal, avo toast, salads, grains and my favorite, Panera’s Mediterranean Sandwich (pictured above).  Just order with no Feta and switch out the bread to a vegan-friendly bread like the Black Focaccia bread. You can see all of their options in our Panera vegan guideOpens in a new tab.. Cross-reference with the airports menu.

JambaOpens in a new tab. (Gate A25)

Jamba offers so many vegan smoothie options. Check out our guide attached for inspo, if needed.

Crown Diner (Gate A30)

Crown Diner is listed as having vegan options on the Charlotte Airport website. We do not have additional info with what your options are though. If you happen to stop by and learn more, please let us know!

Dunkin’ (Gate 32/35 – in the middle)

While there are no vegan donuts, Dunkin’ still offers a few solid vegan options, including Everything and Cinnamon Raisin bagels, hash browns and avocado toast. They also provide almond and oat milk at no extra charge.

Concourse B

Great American Bagel Company (Gate B9)

Ask which bagels specifically do not have animal products (some may contain honey or dairy)–should be any of the following: cinnamon raisin, everything, multigrain, sesame or the baguette.

Then create a Veggie sandwich with cucumber, lettuce, red onion, roasted red peppers, shredded carrots and/or tomatoes. Ask what sauces or dressing would be an option.

StarbucksOpens in a new tab. (Gate B10)

With the many options of non-dairy milk (oat, almond, soy, coconut) available at all Starbucks, there is almost an infinite number of vegan drinks you can order.

On the food side, you have a couple of options including Bagels (plain or everything–ask if they have guacamole or a peanut butter packet to top it with) or Oatmeal. Airport locations may be limited so you can also check the ingredients on their snacks.

Concourse C

Click on the name of any chain restaurant to see the full guide showing all their vegan options. Be aware that airport location menus may vary.

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar (Gate C4)

A VeggL user let us know Bad Daddy’s now offers a burger labeled, The Impossible VEGAN Burger.

Thank you for the info, Alexander!

DunkinOpens in a new tab. (Gate C4)

While there are no vegan donuts, Dunkin’ still offers a few solid vegan options, including Everything and Cinnamon Raisin bagels, hash browns and avocado toast. They also provide almond and oat milk at no extra charge.

Wow Bao (Gate C6)

Wow Bow is listed as having vegan options on the Charlotte Airport website. We do not have additional info with what your options are though. If you happen to stop by and learn more, please let us knowOpens in a new tab.!

Beatrix Market (Gate C8)

Beatrix Market is noted as having vegan options on the Charlotte airport website. We have not confirmed what specifically though. Please let us knowOpens in a new tab. if you happen to find out!

StarbucksOpens in a new tab. (Gate C13)

Vegan Options at Starbucks Food
Starbucks’ Oatmeal with Blueberries. 2023

With the many options of non-dairy milk (oat, almond, soy, coconut) available at all Starbucks, there is almost an infinite number of vegan drinks you can order.

On the food side, you have a couple of options including Bagels (plain or everything–ask if they have guacamole or a peanut butter packet to top it with) or Oatmeal. Airport locations may be limited so you can also check the ingredients on their snacks.

Concourse D

Great American Bagel Company (Gate D1 –across from it)

Ask which bagels specifically do not have animal products (some may contain honey or dairy)–should be any of the following: cinnamon raisin, everything, multigrain, sesame or the baguette.

Then create a Veggie sandwich with cucumber, lettuce, red onion, roasted red peppers, shredded carrots and/or tomatoes. Ask what sauces or dressing would be an option.

Sambazon (Gate D2)

Acai Bowls. We suggest verifying your vegan options prior to ordering.

Hisho Sushi (between Gates D2 & D3)

A VeggL user let us know Hisho offers a veggie sushi that has avocado, carrots and asparagus in it. Since we have not confirmed this, we suggest verifying it is vegan prior to ordering.

Thank you for the info, Lou!

StarbucksOpens in a new tab. (Gate D6)

With the many options of non-dairy milk (oat, almond, soy, coconut) available at all Starbucks, there is almost an infinite number of vegan drinks you can order.

On the food side, you have a couple of options including Bagels (plain or everything–ask if they have guacamole or a peanut butter packet to top it with) or Oatmeal. Airport locations may be limited so you can also check the ingredients on their snacks.

OMB Biergarten (Gate D7)

Labeled as having vegan options on the Charlotte airport website. OMB Biergarten appears to offer breakfast, sandwiches & salads. Please let us knowOpens in a new tab. if you stop by and learn what vegan options are available.

D/E Connector

JambaOpens in a new tab. (next to security checkpoint D)

Vegan Options at Jamba
Jamba Juice: Strawberry Whirl Smoothie (left); Seasonal Vegan Pumpkin Smash Smoothie (right)…

Jamba offers so many vegan smoothie options. Check out our guide attached for inspo, if needed.

CommonSpace (next to security checkpoint E)

Labeled as having vegan options on the airport’s website. Offers craft cocktails along with locally roasted Counter Culture Coffee (a coffee brand founded in NC), as well as locally baked pastries, scones and croissants.

We suggest asking what their vegan options are prior to ordering.

Auntie Anne’sOpens in a new tab. (next to security checkpoint E)

Auntie Anne’s offers a couple of pretzel options that can be made vegan; including dipping sauces. Be aware ordering with no butter is a special order and will take extra time. Verify this can be done at the airport location first. Then be prepared to wait.

Check our Auntie Anne’s vegan guide to see which options you can make vegan.

Concourse E

Click on the name of any chain restaurant to see the full guide showing their vegan options. Be aware that menus may vary at airport locations.

Panera Bread (E gates rotunda)

Oatmeal, avo toast, salads, grains and my favorite, Panera’s Mediterranean Sandwich (modified). Cross-reference our Panera guide for what is available and to learn how to modify items.

StarbucksOpens in a new tab. (across from E11)

With the many options of non-dairy milk (oat, almond, soy, coconut) available at all Starbucks, there is almost an infinite number of vegan drinks you can order.

On the food side, you have a couple of options including Bagels (plain or everything–ask if they have guacamole or a peanut butter packet to top it with) or Oatmeal. Airport locations may be limited so you can also check the ingredients on their snacks.

Dunkin ExpressOpens in a new tab. (Gate E28)

We’re not 100% sure what is available at a Dunkin’ Express in the airport so we recommend cross-referencing with our Dunkin’ vegan guide.

Burger KingOpens in a new tab. (across from E28)

Burger King offers the accidentally-vegan Impossible Whopper* (order with no mayo) and fries*. If you are there early, the French Toast Sticks and Hash Browns are as well.

Panda ExpressOpens in a new tab. (across from E28)

Chow Mein* and Vegetable Springs Rolls* are all great accidentally vegan options at Panda Express. Pair these with steamed white or brown rice and add a side their yummy Super Greens*. Cross-contact info in our Panda Express vegan guide.

PDQ (Gate E36)

People Dedicated to Quality (PDQ) is listed as having vegan options on the Charlotte Airport website. We do not have additional info with what your options are though. If you happen to stop by and learn more, please let us knowOpens in a new tab.!

More Info

  • If you have another airport stop in your near future, be sure to check out our Vegan Airport GuidesOpens in a new tab. main page. We have a complete list of airports there including places like JFKOpens in a new tab. and Phoenix AirportOpens in a new tab.!
  • Finally, if you’d like to see all the restaurant locations within the Charlotte Airport, head over to the Charlotte Airport Dining GuideOpens in a new tab..
  • 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 knowOpens in a new tab.!