Currently walking through the Philadelphia Airport (PHL) Airport and trying to find the best vegan options to grab a bite to eat? Good news… you are in the right place!
This guide will show you every restaurant/vendor we have learned of through our research and with the help of our fellow vegan travelers, the VeggL’ers–broken down by terminal with gate numbers included, where applicable.
The Philly airport is loaded with local restaurants and while their website notes which have vegan options (we have these in this guide along with others we have researched), menus are not included. So, if you happen to have chats with any of the local spots and learn they do have vegan options, please let us know! Also, reach out if you notice any other changes or updates need to be made to this guide.
Let’s travel through the Philadelphia airport…
Vegan Options at Philadelphia Airport
Many of the chain restaurants will have a full vegan restaurant guide attached in the name. Please be aware that options may vary in airport locations.
Terminal A-East
Currito Burrito (A7)
Build your own burrito or burrito bowl. Vegan-friendly toppings include tofu, white or brown rice, corn, black beans, Asian cabbage, cucumber, pico de gallo and hummus. They also carry smoothies & shakes. Ask which are vegan or can be made vegan!
Jack Duggan’s Pub & Restaurant (Gate A7)
This is NOT a confirmed vegan option. There is a Beyond Beef Burger at Jack Duggan’s. The only thing on it that could make it not vegan is the bun. It’s a brioche bun. If you have time and happen to stop by to ask, please let us know!
Terminal A-West
Dunkin’ Donuts (A20 & Arrival Hall)
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.
Bruegger’s Bagels (Gate A24)
The vegan options at Bruegger’s Bagels include a large variety of their signature bagels. Top your bagel with choices like grape or strawberry jelly and/or peanut butter. Or load it with veggies and mustard.
Terminal B
Auntie Anne’s (Gate B4)
Auntie Anne’s pretzels can be ordered vegan IF they are willing to make yours without the butter that is added BEFORE they go into the oven. This isn’t just a VeggL hack, it’s something that they themselves promote on their website.
Having said that, we’ve had mixed luck trying to do this ourselves. Some locations are willing to do it and some won’t.
Cibo Express Gourmet Market (Gate B4)
There are a crazy amount of these Grab & Go locations in Terminal 2. You can pick up a decent vegan snack here with options ranging from hummus to tabbouleh.
A VeggL user also let us know you can get a vegan falafel wrap, green goddess veggie wrap and tofu Thai salad. Thank you for this info, Jennifer!
LOVE Grille (Gate B4)
LOVE Grill is noted as having vegan options on the Philly’s airport dining info. We do not have a menu to see what they are so you will need to ask.
Terminal B/C Connector
Subway
Subway is a reliable option. Order a Veggie Sub or Salad with your choice of toppings and sauces. Also, look to see if their Veggie Patty is on the menu. It’s vegan!
An easy order would be my favorite: a 6″ Veggie on Artisan Italian, Banana Peppers, Cucumber, Green Peppers, Spinach Tomatoes and Sweet Onion Sauce with a bag of chips (my fav to add to the sandwich, Baked Lays) -Jen
Terminal C
Jamba Juice
(Gate C24)
SO many vegan smoothie options along with a few smoothie bowls, fresh juices and a couple of vegan food options.
Chickie & Pete’s (Gate C30)
We received confirmation that the Chickie & Pete’s crab fry ingredients are vegan and that they recommend each location to fry them separately. If concerned, ask before ordering.
Starbucks
(Gate C31)
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.
Terminal D
Auntie Anne’s (Gate D4)
Auntie Anne’s pretzels can be ordered vegan IF they are willing to make yours without the butter that is added BEFORE they go into the oven. This isn’t just a VeggL hack, it’s something that they themselves promote on their website.
Having said that, we’ve had mixed luck trying to do this ourselves. Some locations are willing to do it and some won’t.
Dunkin’ (Gate D12)
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.
D/E Connector
Chickie & Pete’s
We received confirmation that the Chickie & Pete’s crab fry ingredients are vegan and that they recommend each location to fry them separately. If concerned, ask before ordering.
Dunkin’
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.
Terminal E
Chickie & Pete’s (Gate E5)
We received confirmation that the Chickie & Pete’s crab fry ingredients are vegan and that they recommend each location to fry them separately. If concerned, ask before ordering.
Chick-Fil-A
(Gate E6)
Waffle Fries, Kale Crunch Salad and a fruit cup are your quick vegan options at Chick-fil-A.
Subway
(Gate E6)
Make your own veggie sandwich or salad.
An easy order would be a 6″ Veggie on Artisan Italian, Banana Peppers, Cucumber, Green Peppers, Spinach Tomatoes and Sweet Onion Sauce with a bag of chips–check ingredients.
Burger King
(Gate E11)
Burger King offers the Impossible Whopper* (order with NO mayo) and accidentally vegan fries* or onion rings for lunch or dinner. French Toast Sticks* and Hash Browns* are on the menu for breakfast.
*Cross-contamination will occur at Burger King. You choose your level of comfort.
Terminal F
–> The following restaurants sit in a food hall style area at the cross section of the F gates.
Qdoba
Create your own vegan-friendly burrito, bowl, taco or salad!
Can’t decide or need to make a quick decision, order the Vegan Fajita Bowl. It comes with sautéed veggies, guacamole, pico de gallo, chile corn salsa, salsa verde, black beans and brown rice.
Sbarro
Pizza (no cheese), pasta & salad available!
Urban Juicer
An all-natural juice bar and eatery that sells fresh juice, smoothies, and food. Ask what your options are, if it’s not obvious on their menu.
More Links and Info
- We hope this guide to the vegan options at the Philadelphia Airport
made your travel just a little bit better!
- If you have another airport stop in the near future, we have created Vegan Guides
for every major airport in the United States, including places like JFK
and the Orlando Airport!
- 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
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