If you’re currently in the Charlotte Airport 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 know
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-A (next to security checkpoint B)
You can always go with the Waffle Fries if you’re just looking for a quick snack to hold you over to your destination. If you’re wanting something a bit (okay, a lot) more healthy then the Kale Crunch Side is vegan as well.
Burger King (next to security checkpoint C)
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.
Jersey Mike’s (next to security checkpoint C)
Order The Veggie with NO cheese on your choice of white or seeded Italian bread. A VeggL user let us know this airport location does NOT offer their Grilled Portabella which is the other sandwich we have listed on our vegan guide for Jersey Mike’s.
Thank you for this info, Lou!
Auntie Anne’s (next to security checkpoint C)
Many Auntie Anne’s pretzels are vegan (Original, Cinnamon and a few others) as long as you ask for them to be prepared with NO butter!
Verify with the airport location that they are able to make you a special order and be prepared to wait. The pretzels with NO butter are not an option that is readily available.
Hisho Sushi (close to security checkpoint C)
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!
Dunkin (by C Gates)
Multiple bagels (like Everything and Cinnamon Raisin) are available and Hashbrowns make Dunkin a decent choice. Dunkin’ also offers oat and almond milk (with an extra charge) which makes many coffee combinations possible.
A VeggL user let us know that while Avocado Toast is listed on their menu here, they seem to never have it. Just be aware in case.
Thank you for the info, Nett!
Tequileria (by C Gates)
A VeggL user let us know that Tequileria offers a vegan option called, the Verduras.
Thank you for the recommendation, Brandi!
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.
Starbucks (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.
Panera Bread (Gate A22)
Bagels, Salads, Soups – Panera Bread has a little bit of everything when it comes to their available vegan options.
The Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich (pictured above) is a great quick lunch option. Just order with no Feta and switch out the bread to a vegan-friendly bread like the Black Focaccia bread.
Jamba (Gate A25)
Tons of great vegan juice options. The Protein Berry Workout “Power Smoothie” and the Amazing Greens Smoothie are our favorites.
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)
Multiple bagels (like Everything and Cinnamon Raisin) are available. Avocado Toast and Hash Browns make Dunkin a decent choice.
Dunkin’ offers oat, almond and coconut milk (with an extra charge) which makes many coffee combinations possible.
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.
Starbucks (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.
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!
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 know!
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 know if you happen to find out!
Starbucks (Gate C13)
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.
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!
Starbucks (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.
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 know if you stop by and learn what vegan options are available.
D/E Connector
Jamba (next to security checkpoint D)
Tons of great vegan juice options. The Protein Berry Workout “Power Smoothie” and the Amazing Greens Smoothie are our favorites.
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’s (next to security checkpoint E)
Auntie Anne’s offers a couple of pretzel options that can be made vegan; including a couple of different dipping sauces. Be aware ordering with no butter is a special order and will take extra time. 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.
Einstein Bros. Bagels (Gate E3)
Lots of vegan bagels to choose from (click the link to see the full list on the Einstein Bros guide). Also, some very underrated coffee in our opinion.
Starbucks (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.
Dunkin Express (Gate E28)
Oat, Almond & Coconut milk are available for your coffee. Bagels (NO cream cheese), Avocado Toast and Hash Browns can give you a decent little meal or snack.
Burger King (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 Express (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-contamination info is available on our vegan guide for them but as with any restaurant that is not 100% vegan cross-contamination can/will be an issue. You choose your level of comfort.
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 know!
Sycamore Brewing (Gate E37)
A VeggL user let us know Sycamore Brewing offers Impossible meatballs with vegan mozzarella and an Uptown burger that has an Impossible patty with vegan cheese.
We have NOT confirmed with the restaurant that these items are in fact vegan. And a menu is not attached to their listing on the airport’s website. Please ask prior to ordering.
Thank you for the info, John!
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More Info
- We hope this guide to the vegan options at the Charlotte Douglass International Airport made your travel just a little bit better!
- If you have another airport stop in your near future, be sure to check out Vegan Options at Airports main page. We have a growing list of airports there including places like JFK and Phoenix Airport!
- Or just download the app and get access to them as soon as we add them!
- Finally, if you’d like to see all the restaurant locations within the Charlotte Airport, head over to the Charlotte Airport Dining Guide.
- 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!
