Pennsylvania: The Keystone Guide for Dairy-Free Eats

Last Update in March 2023! Traditions in Pennsylvania are rooted in comfort food, from chocolate to cheesesteaks. But that doesn’t mean they are light on dairy-free options. In fact, we’ve been able to create this ever-growing guide to restaurants, bakeries, cafes, and ice cream shops in Pennsylvania that are friendly to dairy-free diners. It’s a collection based on research and reader recommendations (send yours!) that’s divided into restaurants & shops by city (first) and major chains found throughout the state (second). And we’ve started a section for specialty dairy-free foods produced in this state.

Photo from HipCityVeg in Ardmore, Philadelphia, and Radnor, Pennsylvania

Dairy-Free Pennsylvania: Recommended Restaurants & Shops

Thanks to the Pennsylvania Dutch (immigrants from what is now southeastern Germany), big soft and hard pretzels are popular in this region, which are often dairy-free. (But heads up that some bakeries, like Philly Pretzel Factory do incorporate dairy in their dough!) Fresh baked Amish breads, hoagies sans cheese, and scrapple cooked without butter, are other local foods to keep an eye out for.

Pennsylvania is also home to businesses like MomPops (top allergen-free), Musselman’s, and TastyCakes, which provide convenient dairy-free sweets. And there are many more options! We’ve listed these recommendations alphabetically by city and then by the restaurant or shop name. For large chains with locations throughout the state, see the Major Restaurant & Grocery Chains section below. We have dedicated posts with dairy-free details for many of the big guys.

⭐️ = Restaurant is either dairy-free, has a dairy-free menu, has dairy-free labels on their menu(s), or lists top allergens with menu items. (At the time of our last review.)

Akron

• Martin’s Pretzel Bakery – They sell their hard pretzels locally, and you can order them online, but they’re less expensive and plentiful at their factory. Most varieties are dairy-free (aside from the butter pretzels). Their bakery is in the heart of Amish Country, where pretzels were first introduced in North America back in the 19th century. They continue the tradition of rolling and twisting the pretzels by hand.

Allentown

• Frutta Bowls – This smoothie and smoothie bowl chain offers dairy-free acai, pitaya, greens, and oatmeal bases. Their granola, fruits, and many of their toppings are dairy-free, and they offer dairy-free options for their toasts and protein bites.
• The Udder Bar – This decadent ice cream shop offers a couple non-dairy, vegan flavors and also blends dairy-free milkshakes.
• The Vegan Butcher ⭐️ – They make tacos, burgers, sandwiches, bowl, and more. And it’s all vegan, of course!

Altoona

• Joos – This is much more than a juice shop. It’s an all vegan cafe with a petite menu of health-forward breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. They include oat bowls and grilled cheese with house-made cashew mozzarella. They also offer baked goodies and desserts. And of course they have a full juice bar with cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and smoothie bowls.
• Old Carolina Barbecue Company – They’re a local chain that cares about special diet diners. They have a gluten-free menu and a full allergen chart with an impressive array of dairy-free options. Their meats are slow-cooked for 14 hours, but the food comes out quickly at this counter-serve restaurant. In addition to their pulled pork, ribs, smokehouse chicken, coleslaws, beans, and French fries, dairy-free customers can order hush puppies and Boardwalk Bites, which are basically donut holes with tossed in powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
• The Clay Cup – Try your hand at pottery making while you enjoy a dairy-free latte at this art-focused cafe. They offer almond, soy, and oat milk for a small surcharge, and have Gluuteny dairy-free and gluten-free baked goodies daily.

Ambler

• Aloha Smoothie Company – Their menu is dairy-free and plant-based, right down to the vegan feta on their salads. They serve acai bowls, smoothie bowls, smoothies, salads, gluten-free toasts, protein bites, and various healthy sips. In addition to this permanent location, they also frequent the Flourtown Farmers Market.

Ardmore

• HipCityVeg ⭐️ – This vegan fast food chain from Philly has one location in this town. Their menu includes burgers, sandwiches, golden nuggets, salads, sweet potato fries, and a full breakfast menu. They also offer smoothies, banana whip, and dairy-free milkshakes.
• Not Your Average Joe’s – David Crowley of Cooking Chat recommended this cozy, neighborhood-style restaurant chain for food allergy friendliness. “The staff at Not Your Average Joe’s takes a lot of care to get the order straight and work with you to come up with something that can be enjoyed safely.” Their menu is creative and eclectic, with a good handful of dairy-free salads and warm ups. Their Culinary Director says they can also custom prepare sandwiches, burgers, and select steak and seafood dishes without dairy.

Aspinwall

• Farmer x Baker – They serve vegetarian brunch, and offer bagels with dairy-free cream cheese or almond ricotta, vegan bagel sandwiches, and Caesar salad. They also have vegan burger nights once a week. On the sweet side, they offer vegan pastries and desserts, like cinnamon rolls and gluten-free brownies, and also swirl oatmilk soft serve ice cream.

Bala Cynwyd

• Honeygrow – This fresh restaurant concept offers several dairy-free stir fries, build-your-own salad with many dairy-free dressing options, and a “honeybar” where you pick your fruit, honey drizzle, and other toppings. They have a great allergen chart available, which breaks down all components for the build-your-own options.
• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.

Bellefonte

• Pelican’s SnoBalls – This sweet chain makes New Orleans style shaved ice. And according to the company, their flavor syrups are all made without top allergens. Just skip the cream snowcap or ask if they have dairy-free coconut cream available.

Bellevue

1. Valkyrie Doughnuts ⭐️ – This all-vegan bake shop makes an array of doughnuts in their signature square shape. They also bake pies and cookies, and have sweet and savory breakfast sandwiches.

Bethlehem

• Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh – This is a build-your-own pita, rice bowl, wrap, salad, gyro, or plate restaurant. The gyro bread and tzatziki contain dairy, but all other types can be made dairy-free. At last check, all of their proteins, other sauces, toppings (aside from cheese), and baklava were made without milk. They offer allergen information that is very helpful.
• Lehigh Pizza – They can make just about any pizza dairy-free if you order cheeseless or Daiya dairy-free cheese and choose their Margherita sauce or our Marinara sauce. Beyond pizza, they have a huge menu of casual food, with some additional dairy-free options.
• Paranormal Pizza ⭐️ – Everything is vegan at this pizzeria. They make their own nut-based cheeses, but also offer an allergy-friendly option.
• Roasted – This breakfast and lunch spot has a huge menu of comfort food that’s liberally dotted with vegan options, like pancakes, breakfast tacos, and quesadillas. They offer dairy-free cream cheese and other cheese alternatives, so much of their menu can be made dairy-free.
• Seasons – This is a fun shop for olive oil and vinegar tastings. They also sell some vegan pantry items, like artisan chocolate bars and “salami.”
• Vegan Treats ⭐️ – If you’re looking for fun, funky, indulgent, and delicious, then this all-vegan bakery is worth a visit. They offer a huge array of cookies, doughnuts, whoopie pies, brownies, cannoli, pies, cinnamon rolls, and more. The daily selection usually includes cute seasonal items, and they swirl dairy-free soft serve on site. But they’re also well known for their custom cakes, which include a range of layer cakes and cheesecakes.
• VegOut Bethlehem – This quaint little cafe is completely vegan, and serves burgers, pierogies, mac and cheeses, and more. They also offer coffee drinks and desserts. Their menu is labeled with gluten-free options.

Blue Bell

• MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes – This expanding franchise makes dairy-free burgers with a range of protein, bun, sauce, and topping options. They have a detailed allergen chart to help you order. They also offer vegan, paleo, and gluten-free options.

Bloomsburg

• Root 11 – Enjoy breakfast all day, salads, sandwiches, and burgers at this local cafe. They focus on natural and sustainable ingredients, sourcing grass-fed beef and wild caught salmon, and have many vegan options. They serve vegan French toast, chickpea sandwiches, and more, and can make many additional dairy-free dishes. Thank you to Morgan for the recommendation!

Bridgeville

• Dari Delite – For cool refreshment, you can stop by this ice cream stand for a swirl of dairy-free Dole Whip. They offer a rotating fruity flavor.
• Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – They offer a few dairy-free flavors daily, like brownie batter, golden milk, and mango. And they can whip you up a vegan milkshakes with oat milk.

Bryn Mawr

• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.
• La Colombe – This coffee chain is known for their oatmilk draft lattes, which they also offer on tap. They also usually have some dairy-free baked goodies (some vegan, some with eggs), like quick bread slices and cookies, and biscotti. The options can vary by location, so ask for allergen information at the shop.

Butler

• Third Eye Pies – Sarah recommended this fast-fired pizza joint, which is currently local to PA, but working on franchises. They offer vegan dough, vegan cheese, and a healthy selection of dairy-free toppings for build-your-own pizza options. Their vegan dough is reportedly stored and baked separately to help prevent cross-contamination.

Camp Hill

• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.

Canonsburg

• Sarris – This ice cream parlor and candy shop doesn’t forget about their dairy-free patrons. They typically have a dairy-free ice cream flavor (like chunky chocolate), some vegan chocolate products, and of course, a good selection of candy.

Chalfont

• The Happy Mixer ⭐️ – Everything at this bakery is gluten free, but they also have dairy-free and vegan options available. Their breads and bagels are all dairy free, they have a dairy-free lemon pound cake, and offer vegan cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and muffins. They do take custom cake orders.

Clairton

• Al’s Cone Zone – This seasonal ice cream window offers dairy-free Dole Whip in a rotating flavor and slushes to help cool you down in the warmer months.

Collegeville

• Elevation Burger – This progressive fast food chain caters to all types of special diets, with a few plant-based and paleo burger options on their menu. Almost all of their burgers and sandwiches can be ordered without dairy, they offer dairy-free cheese alternative, and at last check, their chicken tenders were even dairy-free. Plus, they offer vegan milkshakes made with oatmilk ice cream and almond milk.

Conshohocken

• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.

Cranberry Township

• Aladdins – Their heavily dairy-free menu is filled with vegan and gluten-free options, too. Just a few items contain milk-based ingredients like feta or yogurt. They serve plates, pitas, pita pizzas, snacks, smoothies, and juices.
• Burgatory – This fast casual chain has been spreading outside of Pittsburgh. Their menu includes a big range of patties, from basic beef to wild game to impossibly vegan. They have bun options for every diet, including lettuce wraps and naked (no bun!). And they offer dairy-free cheese, along with a host of other toppings. As a bonus, they also blend dairy-free milkshakes in several flavors with their house-turned soy ice cream. You can even order one as a “hard shake,” if you’re of age. They have a full bar available.
• Clean Eatz – This healthy fast casual chain offers a straight-forward allergen guide and many options for building your own bowl, salad, or wrap.
• Condado Tacos ⭐️ – Their menu is not only labeled with vegan and gluten-free options, they also mark which items contain dairy. All non-vegan mains have dairy, when ordered as is, but you can build-your-own tacos and bowls with plenty of options. Most of their proteins, standard toppings, salsas, guacamoles, and sauces are dairy-free.
• Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – They offer a few dairy-free flavors daily, like brownie batter, golden milk, and mango. And they can whip you up a vegan milkshakes with oat milk.
• The Milkshake Factory – They offer dairy-free milkshakes (sans whip) in several flavors, like vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, cookies and cream, and mint chip. They can also order a dairy-free root beer float.

Downington

• Pelican’s SnoBalls – This sweet chain makes New Orleans style shaved ice. And according to the company, their flavor syrups are all made without top allergens. Just skip the cream snowcap or ask if they have dairy-free coconut cream available.

Doylestown

• Raymer’s Homemade Candies – Thank you to Jennifer for this recommendation, “their dark chocolate is dairy free as are like 4 or 5 different cream truffles and a few kinds of bark.”
• Your Chocolate Guys – They offer a full line of vegan fudge (in addition to a classic line that contains dairy), and sell it at farmer’s markets and events around the area. You can also order their fudge online for pickup at the markets or in Fleetwood.

Dresher

• Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh – This is a build-your-own pita, rice bowl, wrap, salad, gyro, or plate restaurant. The gyro bread and tzatziki contain dairy, but all other types can be made dairy-free. At last check, all of their proteins, other sauces, toppings (aside from cheese), and baklava were made without milk. They offer allergen information that is very helpful.

Dublin

• Sweet Victory ⭐️ – This gluten-free, dairy-free bakery services several local markets and restaurants in the area, but they now have a storefront, too. Their petite bundt cakes are very popular, but they also bake cookies, cupcakes, party cakes, and other pastries.

East Norriton

• Frutta Bowls – This smoothie and smoothie bowl chain offers dairy-free acai, pitaya, greens, and oatmeal bases. Their granola, fruits, and many of their toppings are dairy-free, and they offer dairy-free options for their toasts and protein bites.

Easton

• Bank Street Creamery – In addition to their traditional handcrafted ice cream, Bank Street Creamery churns a full menu of vegan gelato. They offer several creamy flavors daily, which can be ordered in a cup, in a cone (check in store for options), as a sundae with dairy-free topping options, or blended into a milkshake with organic almond milk. You can also order a custom vegan ice cream cake.

Erie

• Erie Food Co-op – This store, cafe, and bakery isn’t affiliated with Whole Foods. They’re a local natural food establishment that offers dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan options for most of their menu. They also have daily baked goods and take custom orders for vegan cakes and sweet party trays.

Elkins Park

• The Rolings Bakery ⭐️ – Everything in this tiny kosher bakeshop is made without dairy. They offer challah, bagels, other breads, pies, cakes, and more pastries.

Exton

• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.
• Goodlife Organic Kitchen – This expanding healthy chain is focused on healthy ingredients and caters to all types of special diet needs and allergies. They blend smoothies and smoothie bowls with a wide range of ingredients, from moringa and spirulina to vegan / gluten-free Cookie Dough Granola Butter. They also offer warm bowls, salads, sandwiches, functional coffee drinks and more. Many items are vegan and most can be ordered dairy free.
• Honeygrow – This fresh restaurant concept offers several dairy-free stir fries, build-your-own salad with many dairy-free dressing options, and a “honeybar” where you pick your fruit, honey drizzle, and other toppings. They have a great allergen chart available, which breaks down all components for the build-your-own options.
• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.

Fogelsville

• Polish Water Ice – Polish water ice is a soft serve treat made with a water base, so it’s completely dairy-free. And it comes in many flavors. They also offer water ice shakes and floats at their kiosks.

Glen Mills

• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.
• Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar – Thank you to Kenneth for this recommendation, “Harvest has quit a few options that are dairy free, and many vegan options including dessert. Quite impressed by them in how they handled the order.” (He went to the Newtown, PA location.) Harvest offers a very full plant-based menu, and have additional items that can be ordered dairy-free.
• Not Your Average Joe’s – David Crowley of Cooking Chat recommended this cozy, neighborhood-style restaurant chain for food allergy friendliness. “The staff at Not Your Average Joe’s takes a lot of care to get the order straight and work with you to come up with something that can be enjoyed safely.” Their menu is creative and eclectic, with a good handful of dairy-free salads and warm ups. Their Culinary Director says they can also custom prepare sandwiches, burgers, and select steak and seafood dishes without dairy.

Glenside

• Carminati Creamery – They offer housemade sorbets at this local gelato shop, but the owner can also custom make dairy-free ice cream cakes with oat milk and coconut milk.

Hanover

• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.
• Jacquelyn’s Bakeshop & Cafe – They bake dairy-free cupcakes and cakes on order, in a selection of flavors. They have a minimum of 6 cupcakes for special orders, but are affordably priced (and cupcakes freeze well!).

Harrisburg

• Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar – Thank you to Kenneth for this recommendation, “Harvest has quit a few options that are dairy free, and many vegan options including dessert. Quite impressed by them in how they handled the order.” (He went to the Newtown, PA location.) Harvest offers a very full plant-based menu, and have additional items that can be ordered dairy-free.
• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• The Vegetable Hunter – This is a vegan restaurant and “boutique brewery.” They brew small batches, allowing them to get creative with fresh and unexpected ingredients. Their food menu was made to complement their beers, with a comforting yet innovative dishes. They also offer dessert, including big vegan chocolate chip cookies.
• The Wild Tomato Pizzeria – Everything is gluten-free at this local pizzeria, and all of their doughs are house-made and vegan-friendly. They also offer vegan cheese alternative, so almost every pizza can be made dairy-free on request. They also have a range of subs made with gluten-free, vegan bread, and a menu of salads.

Hermitage

• Frutta Bowls – This smoothie and smoothie bowl chain offers dairy-free acai, pitaya, greens, and oatmeal bases. Their granola, fruits, and many of their toppings are dairy-free, and they offer dairy-free options for their toasts and protein bites.
• Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh – This is a build-your-own pita, rice bowl, wrap, salad, gyro, or plate restaurant. The gyro bread and tzatziki contain dairy, but all other types can be made dairy-free. At last check, all of their proteins, other sauces, toppings (aside from cheese), and baklava were made without milk. They offer allergen information that is very helpful.
• Hot Head Burritos – Build your own dairy-free burrito, bowl, or tacos with their easy to follow allergen chart. They have abundant dairy-free options, including most proteins, bases, and toppings. But use caution; there are a few dairy surprises, like their fish, house sauce, and one of their salsas. But, at last check, the churros were made without milk!

Hummelstown

• Gelato Di Babbo ⭐️ – You can order and pick up dairy-free gelato pints, made by one of the top gelato chefs in the country. For the vegan varieties, she uses house-made oat and chickpea milks. She also has sugar-free options.

Indiana

• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.

Jenkintown

• PLNT Burger ⭐️ – This quick serve vegan burger joint is located inside Whole Foods. Their menu includes a selection of burgers, hot dogs, and fries, along with dairy-free soft serve, oatmilk shakes, and cookies for dessert.

King of Prussia

• Bartaco – Their allergen menu is so detailed, that it states exactly what in the item contains the allergen. And their dairy-free options are abundant. Most of their tacos, rice bowls, other entrees, and sides are, or can be ordered, dairy-free. But the dessert and kids menus are heavy in dairy.
• Bonchon – Thanks to Ken for the heads up on this Korean chicken fast food chain. Their fried chicken, signature sauces, many starters, and most sides are dairy-free – this includes their onion rings and fried pickles!
• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.
• Honeygrow – This fresh restaurant concept offers several dairy-free stir fries, build-your-own salad with many dairy-free dressing options, and a “honeybar” where you pick your fruit, honey drizzle, and other toppings. They have a great allergen chart available, which breaks down all components for the build-your-own options.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• Seasons 52 – See our Seasons 52 Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.
• True Food Kitchen – See our True Food Kitchen Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.

Kutztown

• HIVE Cafe – Pretty much everything on the menu at this vegetarian restaurant can be ordered vegan. They serve burgers, pizza, mac and cheese, and other savory bites. They also have some vegan desserts and dairy-free lattes with oat milk.

Lancaster

• Clean Eatz – This healthy fast casual chain offers a straight-forward allergen guide and many options for building your own bowl, salad, or wrap.
• Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar – Thank you to Kenneth for this recommendation, “Harvest has quit a few options that are dairy free, and many vegan options including dessert. Quite impressed by them in how they handled the order.” (He went to the Newtown, PA location.) Harvest offers a very full plant-based menu, and have additional items that can be ordered dairy-free.
• Honey Bear ⭐️ – This dairy-free ice cream producer sells at local farmer’s markets and events. You can also order their pints online for pick up. They use a vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, coconut base.
• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.
• Lancaster Cupcake – They always have a handful of vegan and gluten-free cupcake, cake, and cake jar flavors. Their usually includes a couple seasonal cupcake flavors.
• Lemon Street Market – They offer house-made takeout sandwiches, soups, and more, with many dairy-free and some vegan options. They also sell gluten-free, dairy-free baked goodies, have a full coffee bar, and carry many dairy-free and other special diet products.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• Prince Street Cafe – Their menu is littered with clearly labeled vegan options (gluten-free, too), but they offer additional dairy-free items by custom order for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a full coffee bar with oat milk and pistachio milk as options.
• Rachel’s Cafe & Creperie – Thanks to Alison for letting us know this local spot has vegan batter and cheese for crepes. Their options include many savory crepes, and they offer vegan “nutella” for dessert crepes. They can also make you a dairy-free smoothie or latte with almond milk. You can find them on Richmond Square and Walnut Street (2 locations!).
• Rolled Cold Creamery – As the name implies, this shop specializes in rolled ice cream. They offer a dairy-free oatmilk base option for their ice cream and label all flavors that can be made vegan. They also clearly label vegan toppings and syrups, and can make you a dairy-free milkshake.
• Root ⭐️ – Their menu lists “egg” and “cheese” items, but this is an all-vegan restaurant. Their food menu changes weekly, but they always have a selection of brunch, lunch, and dinner items.
• Safe & Sweet – This is a keto bakery and sweets shop that offers some dairy-free items. They use milk products in most of their baked goods, but do have dairy-free, gluten-free scones and chocolaty items.
• Seasons – This is a fun shop for olive oil and vinegar tastings. They also sell some vegan pantry items, like artisan chocolate bars and “salami.”
• Sweetish – They specialize in Swedish candies, but have a whole range of treats, and often have some unique dairy-free and vegan surprises in store.

Lebanon

• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.

Levittown

• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.

Lititz

• Sugar Whipped Bakery – You can find their sweet treats in their shop or on their food truck, including the vegan options. They serve a selection of vegan and vegan gluten-free cupcakes daily, and also take special orders for cupcakes, whoopie pies, and more. Dairy-free customers can also enjoy some of their house-made marshmallows (not vegan).

McCandless

• Burgatory – This fast casual chain has been spreading outside of Pittsburgh. Their menu includes a big range of patties, from basic beef to wild game to impossibly vegan. They have bun options for every diet, including lettuce wraps and naked (no bun!). And they offer dairy-free cheese, along with a host of other toppings. As a bonus, they also blend dairy-free milkshakes in several flavors with their house-turned soy ice cream. You can even order one as a “hard shake,” if you’re of age. They have a full bar available.

McMurray

• Aladdins – Their heavily dairy-free menu is filled with vegan and gluten-free options, too. Just a few items contain milk-based ingredients like feta or yogurt. They serve plates, pitas, pita pizzas, snacks, smoothies, and juices.

Mercer

• Third Eye Pies – Sarah recommended this fast-fired pizza joint, which is currently local to PA, but working on franchises. They offer vegan dough, vegan cheese, and a healthy selection of dairy-free toppings for build-your-own pizza options.

Mifflinburg

• Pelican’s SnoBalls – This sweet chain makes New Orleans style shaved ice. And according to the company, their flavor syrups are all made without top allergens. Just skip the cream snowcap or ask if they have dairy-free coconut cream available.

Moon

• The Milkshake Factory – They offer dairy-free milkshakes (sans whip) in several flavors, like vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, cookies and cream, and mint chip. They can also order a dairy-free root beer float.

Moosic

• Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar – Thank you to Kenneth for this recommendation, “Harvest has quit a few options that are dairy free, and many vegan options including dessert. Quite impressed by them in how they handled the order.” (He went to the Newtown, PA location.) Harvest offers a very full plant-based menu, and have additional items that can be ordered dairy-free.

Mount Joy

• Made With Love Not Gluten Bakery – As the name suggests, this is a gluten-free shop. But they also cater to many other special diet needs. Their daily menu outlines the vegan (dairy-free and egg-free) options they have, which usually includes cupcakes, a couple other treats, and a savory dish or two. However they have many more dairy-free items available. Just ask! They usually have dairy-free breads, bagels, muffins, and other treats. They do take custom dairy-free or vegan cake orders, but be sure to book well in advance.

Mt Lebanon

• Aladdins – Their heavily dairy-free menu is filled with vegan and gluten-free options, too. Just a few items contain milk-based ingredients like feta or yogurt. They serve plates, pitas, pita pizzas, snacks, smoothies, and juices.

Murrysville

• Burgatory – This fast casual chain has been spreading outside of Pittsburgh. Their menu includes a big range of patties, from basic beef to wild game to impossibly vegan. They have bun options for every diet, including lettuce wraps and naked (no bun!). And they offer dairy-free cheese, along with a host of other toppings. As a bonus, they also blend dairy-free milkshakes in several flavors with their house-turned soy ice cream. You can even order one as a “hard shake,” if you’re of age. They have a full bar available.
• The Milkshake Factory – They offer dairy-free milkshakes (sans whip) in several flavors, like vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, cookies and cream, and mint chip. They can also order a dairy-free root beer float.

Nazareth

• Indigo 52 ⭐️ – This is the region’s first  100% dairy-free and gluten-free restaurant. They serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, and also label their menus for vegan needs an other top allergens. Their menu is eclectic, with a little something for everyone.

New Castle

• Hot Head Burritos – Build your own dairy-free burrito, bowl, or tacos with their easy to follow allergen chart. They have abundant dairy-free options, including most proteins, bases, and toppings. But use caution; there are a few dairy surprises, like their fish, house sauce, and one of their salsas. But, at last check, the churros were made without milk!

New Hope

• Sprig & Vine ⭐️ – Alissa at Connoisseurus Veg raved about this restaurant. “This place is fully vegan and has a menu filled with creative and delicious dishes. The atmosphere is great and it’s a wonderful place for a special night out!”

Newtown

• Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar – Thank you to Kenneth for this recommendation, “Harvest has quit a few options that are dairy free, and many vegan options including dessert. Quite impressed by them in how they handled the order.” They offer a very full plant-based menu, and have additional items that can be ordered dairy-free.
• The Happy Mixer ⭐️ – This is the second location of this local gluten-free bakery. Their bread loaves and bagels are all dairy free, they have a dairy-free lemon pound cake, and offer vegan cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and muffins. They also take custom cake orders.

North Wales

• Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar – Thank you to Kenneth for this recommendation, “Harvest has quit a few options that are dairy free, and many vegan options including dessert. Quite impressed by them in how they handled the order.” (He went to the Newtown, PA location.) Harvest offers a very full plant-based menu, and have additional items that can be ordered dairy-free.
• The Green Fork and Local Roots Market – Thank you to Katie for this recommendation! She let us know that they have they have vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. They serve sizable menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with many vegan and gluten-free options labeled throughout. They even have a vegan cheese plate and cheesecake for dessert! Some additional chicken and seafood dishes can be ordered without dairy.

Palmyra

• Sweet Velvet Macarons – Their macarons are naturally gluten-free, but they also offer a couple dairy-free flavors, like brownie batter and frosted animal cracker. Thank you to Cindy for this recommendation.

Paoli

• Cup of Dreams Coffee and Tea – They offer oat, almond, and soymilks, and use Monin syrups, which are all dairy-free. And, they use dairy-free milk alternative exclusively for their entire menu of milk teas. Their menu also includes dairy-free smoothies made with milk alternative or water, slushes, bubble teas, and a handful of light eats.

Pennsburg

• Raw Replenish ⭐️ – Thank you to Nikki for recommending this vegan juice and smoothie bar. In addition to sips, they offer healthy toasts, bowls, wraps, and sandwiches.

Philadelphia

• &pizza – See our &pizza Dairy-Free Menu Guide for more details.
• 20th Street Pizza ⭐️ – Their pizza crusts are naturally leavened and topped with cashew mozzarella a this all-vegan restaurant. They sell round and square pies and pizza by the slice.
• Bahia Bowls Acai Café – Their range of super fruit bowls and smoothies contain no dairy as is, but note that they do offer whey protein (and two types of plant protein), so dairy is used in the blenders. Make sure to ask for a new, clean, or dedicated blender. Their eats include some dairy-free bites (not all though!), and they offer oatmeal bowls, salads, wraps, and toasts, several of which can be ordered without dairy.
• Bar Bombón ⭐️ – Enjoy authentic Puerto Rican recipes made with plant-based ingredients at this vegan restaurant. They hand-make their own tortillas and are well-loved for their tacos and nachos.
• Batter & Crumbs ⭐️ – This vegan bakery and cafe is the place to satisfy cravings. On the savory side, they have sandwiches, wraps, and dishes like mac and cheese. On the sweet side, they bake all types of pastries, and also do custom order cakes. They have a full coffee bar with creative drinks, dairy-free whip, and several milk alternatives (though they’re partial to oat milk).
• Blackbird Pizzeria ⭐️ – If you’re craving vegan pizza, head to this local restaurant. They toss a creative array of pies with faux meats, dairy-free cheeses, and flavorful sauces. They also serve a range of sandwiches, wings (root beer bbq?!), and salads, and have sweets from Vegan Treats in Bethlehem for dessert.
• Bluestone Lane – This Australian-style cafe chain does a great job in labeling top allergens, and they offer a small selection of dairy-free sandwich and bowl options on their menu, along with a couple vegan items. Their full coffee bar has oat milk and almond milk options, and they sometimes have dairy-free specialty drink promotions.
• Bonchon – This is a Korean chicken fast food chain. Their fried chicken (including tenders), signature sauces, many starters, and most sides are dairy-free – this includes their onion rings and fried pickles!
• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.
• Charlie was a sinner. ⭐️ – Located in the Midtown Village, this plant-based bar and cafe is usually open from midday into the night. Their creative menu includes an array of small bites, comfort food plates, and desserts. But they are also well loved for cocktails.
• Clean Eats Meal Prep – This meal delivery service lets your pick your own entrees, and they’re clearly labeled for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan customers. But be sure to check both the dairy-free and vegan sections if you want to view all entrée options – for some reason, the vegan options aren’t in the dairy-free section. They are based in New Jersey, but deliver to this area.
• Crust Vegan Bakery ⭐️ – They have a commercial bakery, their own storefront, and a co-location with Grindcore House – all located in Philly and all vegan. They bake cookies, bars, “pop tarts,” loaves, scones, cakes, and cupcakes in a huge array of flavors and varieties. They take commercial and custom orders for special occasions.
• Dottie’s Donuts ⭐️ – Everything is vegan at this donut shop. They always have chocolate, vanilla, vanilla sprinkles, cinnamon sugar, and Boston cream donuts, apple fritters, cinnamon buns, and brownies, plus some rotating options.
• Frutta Bowls – This smoothie and smoothie bowl chain offers dairy-free acai, pitaya, greens, and oatmeal bases. Their granola, fruits, and many of their toppings are dairy-free, and they offer dairy-free options for their toasts and protein bites.
• Goldie Falafel ⭐️ – This counter-serve restaurant offers quick serve falafel dishes at three locations in the city. And everything on the menu is vegan! Their options are simple: sandwich, salad, or bag of balls (falafel balls that is). But they also serve plain or shawarma-spiced fries and popular dairy-free tehina shakes in several flavors.
• Grindcore House ⭐️ – This hip vegan coffee shop now has two locations: one in South Philly and one in West Philly. Both locations serve organic coffee, teas, pastries, sandwiches, and other eats. But the West Philly spot also houses Crust Vegan Bakery, offering even more treats. For customers who like to linger, the walls are filled with local art and the shelves are lined with books for you to read while sipping a dairy-free latte or savoring a sticky bun.
• Hello Donuts + Coffee – Half of the daily flavors at this local donut shop are vegan. They have rotating options with creative flavors like chocolate tahini and maple bourbon. They also offer oat milk and almond milk for coffee drinks.
• High Fidelity Bakery ⭐️ – This is a vegan and gluten-free establishment. They specialize in donuts and cookies, but also offer savory meals.
• HipCityVeg ⭐️ – This 100% plant-based restaurant is a fast food chain that’s popping up around Philly and the burbs. Their menu includes burgers, sandwiches, golden nuggets, salads, sweet potato fries, and a full breakfast menu. They also offer smoothies, banana whip, and dairy-free milkshakes.
• Home Appetit Philly ⭐️ – This is a meal delivery service with a heavily dairy-free menu of options. They also have gluten-free and vegan selections.
• Honeygrow – This fresh restaurant concept offers several dairy-free stir fries, build-your-own salad with many dairy-free dressing options, and a “honeybar” where you pick your fruit, honey drizzle, and other toppings. They have a great allergen chart available, which breaks down all components for the build-your-own options.
• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.
• I Want Moore Bakery – They don’t have a storefront, but you can order online and pick up or get delivery. They have a huge range of vegan pastries, bagels, breads, and more. You can also get custom order dairy-free cakes, and they make dairy-free ice cream pints with 72 hours notice.
• La Colombe – This coffee chain is known for their oatmilk draft lattes, which they also offer on tap. They also usually have some dairy-free baked goodies (some vegan, some with eggs), like quick bread slices and cookies, and biscotti. The options can vary by location, so ask for allergen information at the shop.
• Le Pain Quotidien – This Belgian bake shop has a plethora of dairy-free fresh baked breads, sandwiches, soups, and breakfast bowls (think oats, chia, and granola options). Almond, coconut, and oat milks are available or coffee drinks and tea lattes. And they often a dairy-free pastry or two – ask at your location.
• Merzbacher’s – This old-school bread bakery is located in Germantown. Their breads are dairy-free and vegan, including the original Philly muffin (squarish English muffin), malty grain bread, and sweet potato buns.
• Metropolitan Bakery & Cafe – The bustling Metropolitan Bakery has become an institution over the decades, and they’ve since expanded to four locations. But each spot is a little different. All sell their breads, many of which are naturally dairy free. But their University City address is also a cafe, with vegan soups, create your own salad and sandwich menus (with many dairy-free options), and a nice little inset menu of vegan entrees
• Miss Rachel’s Pantry ⭐️ – Every dish is dairy-free and plant-based at this popular meals-to-go spot. They sell entrees like house-made mac and cheese in addition to cookie dough and appetizer platters.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• Naf Naf Grill ⭐️ – The menu at this quick serve Middle Eastern grill is completely dairy-free with the exception of one of their packaged baklavas (the other two are made without dairy!). They offer a full menu of favorites, from falafel to shawarma, and have a handy allergen guide.
• Okie Dokie Donuts ⭐️ – All of their donuts are artisanal, baked in small batches, and gluten-free! They clearly label dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free, and soy-free options, and have a few vegan flavors daily.
• Pokemoto ⭐️ – Enjoy their poke bowls with a range of dairy-free sauces, and get dairy-free Dole Whip for dessert!
• P.S. & Co. ⭐️ – This rustic restaurant is purely plant-based, and offers full meal plans and a gluten-free, vegan bakery. They make all types of sweets and savories and can bake up custom cakes.
• REAP Mini Mart ⭐️ – This is a vegan store carrying all types of specialty snacks and grocery items. They also sell meals in store (and have a meal delivery service) and have a full smoothie bar.
• Soy Cafe – They offer smoothies, salads, wraps, and sweet treats, and their menu is actually labeled for items that are “not vegan.” So most of their menu is dairy-free, and it’s also labeled for gluten-free and soy-free.
• Sweet Charlie’s – This rolled ice cream chain offers a dairy-free and vegan base that you can customize with various flavor and add-in options or even enjoy as a “milkshake.”
• Tattooed Mom – Indulge a little with cocktails, desserts, and a full menu of fries and sammies. This isn’t a dairy-free restaurant, but almost everything on the menu has a vegan alter ego.
• The Couch Tomato Cafe and Bistro – They have two locations in the Manayunk area, each featuring artisan pizzas, craft salads, sandwiches, and homemade soups. Many options are dairy-free, and they offer Kite Hill dairy-free cheese alternative as an option on their dishes. As added bonuses, their garlic knots and cheesy breadsticks can be ordered gluten-free or vegan, and they do offer a vegan dessert.
• The Tasty ⭐️ – Vegan breakfast and lunch is served at this local diner. They serve traditional diner dishes with purely plant-based ingredients.
• Vedge ⭐️ – It’s a vegetable restaurant, offering a classically elegant dining experience in an old mansion. That’s what they say! It’s an all-vegan restaurant with a focus on small plates for sharing, and complementary beer, vegan wine, and cocktails. Plants are the theme, with herbs and produce used heavily in the dishes and the drinks.

Phoenixville

• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.
• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.
• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.

Pipersville

• Fat Badger Bakery ⭐️ – This vegan bakery specializes in cookies, and they are delicious! I know because they ship throughout the U.S. But if you are lucky enough to live in the area, you can order and pick right at their bakery. It’s particularly convenient if your traveling or commuting in between Philadelphia, Allentown, or Trenton.

Pittsburgh

• Aladdins – Their heavily dairy-free menu is filled with vegan and gluten-free options, too. Just a few items contain milk-based ingredients like feta or yogurt. They serve plates, pitas, pita pizzas, snacks, smoothies, and juices.
• Allegro Hearth Bakery ⭐️ – The scent of freshly baked bread welcomes you into this cozy plant-based bakery. Everything is vegan, and the big menu includes a range of breads, pastries, cakes, and sandwiches with cashew cheese.
• Apteka ⭐️ – This isn’t your ordinary vegan restaurant. They serve beloved Eastern European dishes, like pierogies, schnitzels, filled yeast donuts, and more.
• Axel’s Pretzel’s – Get organic, vegan-friendly, soft pretzels from this local bakery. They deliver in the area.
• Barrio ⭐️ – Thanks to Brianna for this recommendation! This is a very friendly restaurant for dairy-free guests. Items that contain dairy are clearly marked, and that leaves a lot of build-your-own taco options. They also offer chips and several types of guacamole or salsas. Menu items are marked for gluten-free and vegan guests, too. Finally, you mark your own order on their paper menu – this makes it easier to ensure your needs are fully communicated.
• BD’s Mongolian Grill – They offer a very complete allergen chart with many milk-free options. In fact, at last check, their entire stir fry menu was dairy-free, aside from one of the sauces (and they have many sauces). They do serve other types of food, some of which does contain milk.
• Biddle’s Escape – In addition to milk alternatives, this coffee shop offers vegan hot chocolate, complete with dairy-free whipped cream.
• Burgatory – This fast casual chain now has locations dotted around the city. Their menu includes all types of patties, from grass-fed elk to the vegan impossible burger. They have bun options for every need, including lettuce wraps and naked (no bun!). And they offer dairy-free cheese, along with a host of other toppings. As a bonus, they also offer dairy-free milkshakes in several flavors, made with house-turned soy vanilla ice cream. And since they do have a full bar, you can order one as a “hard shake,” if you’re of age.
• Cinnaholic ⭐️ – This is an all-vegan bakery chain that focuses on cinnamon rolls, with choose your own icing and decadent toppings. They have other pastries, coffee, and soft serve, too.
• Clean Eatz – This healthy fast casual chain offers a straight-forward allergen guide and many options for building your own bowl, salad, or wrap.
• Condado Tacos ⭐️ – Their menu is not only labeled with vegan and gluten-free options, they also mark which items contain dairy. All non-vegan mains have dairy, when ordered as is, but you can build-your-own tacos and bowls with plenty of options. Most of their proteins, standard toppings, salsas, guacamoles, and sauces are dairy-free.
• Double Wide Grill – It isn’t often that you see a gas station turned restaurant. This quirky restaurant and sports bar serves a big menu of barbecue and beer. But they also have a full vegan menu, which includes several burgers, wings, and more. Additional “meaty” dishes  are naturally dairy free or can be made dairy free without cheese.
• FRIO Creamery – They typically scoop at least one vegan flavor daily. It’s made with a coconut cream and almond milk base, and comes in flavors like pistachio, key lime pie, blueberry lavender, and extremely chocolate. They also blend vegan shakes on order.
• Happy Day Dessert Factory – They swirl Silk almond milk soft serve in vanilla, chocolate, or twist, and also offer water ices.
• Honeygrow – This fresh restaurant concept offers several dairy-free stir fries, build-your-own salad with many dairy-free dressing options, and a “honeybar” where you pick your fruit, honey drizzle, and other toppings. They have a great allergen chart available, which breaks down all components for the build-your-own options.
• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.
• Mandy’s Pizza – It’s a bit like a secret menu, since the information isn’t clear on their website. But this popular pizzeria makes vegan pizzas, calzones, and hoagies with house-made dairy-free cheese and plant-based meats.
• Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – They offer a few dairy-free flavors daily, like brownie batter, golden milk, and mango. And they can whip you up a vegan milkshakes with oat milk.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• NatuRoll Creamery – This rolled ice cream shop offers a selection of dairy-free bases, like vanilla, chocolate, chai, matcha, strawberry, and more. They also have a good selection of dairy-free mix-ins, including nuts, fruits, peanut butter, nutter butters, oreos, gummy worms, and more.
• Page’s Dairy Mart – They offer dairy-free, vegan, oat-based soft serve ice cream in vanilla and rotating flavors (like birthday cake, coffee, or mint chocolate chip). They also serve slushies, juice freezes, fruit smoothies, and make oreo ice cream sandwiches.
• Sugar Spell Scoops – This isn’t grocery store ice cream. Every flavor at this vegan ice cream shop is hand-crafted in small batches with a creamy cashew base. They sell pints, scoops, dipped cones, and other chilly desserts. They also take custom orders for pretty dairy-free ice cream cakes and ice cream pies.
• The Milkshake Factory – In their locations around the city, they offer dairy-free milkshakes (sans whip) in several flavors, like vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, cookies and cream, and mint chip. They can also order a dairy-free root beer float.

Plymouth Meeting

• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.

Pottstown

• Beverly’s Pastry Shop – The incredibly talented pastry chefs at this local bakery make elaborate and creative custom cakes. They accommodate special diets, including dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan. And they take allergies very seriously. They make allergen free desserts separates on their own equipment. When conditions permit, they also have several vegan treats available in their shop.

Radnor

• HipCityVeg ⭐️ – This vegan fast food chain from Philly has one location in this town. Their menu includes burgers, sandwiches, golden nuggets, salads, sweet potato fries, and a full breakfast menu. They also offer smoothies, banana whip, and dairy-free milkshakes.
• Honeygrow – This fresh restaurant concept offers several dairy-free stir fries, build-your-own salad with many dairy-free dressing options, and a “honeybar” where you pick your fruit, honey drizzle, and other toppings. They have a great allergen chart available, which breaks down all components for the build-your-own options.

Reading

• Goodlife Organic Kitchen – This expanding healthy chain is focused on healthy ingredients and caters to all types of special diet needs and allergies. They blend smoothies and smoothie bowls with a wide range of ingredients, from moringa and spirulina to vegan / gluten-free Cookie Dough Granola Butter. They also offer warm bowls, salads, sandwiches, functional coffee drinks and more. Many items are vegan and most can be ordered dairy free.
• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.

Ross Township

• Aladdins – Their heavily dairy-free menu is filled with vegan and gluten-free options, too. Just a few items contain milk-based ingredients like feta or yogurt. They serve plates, pitas, pita pizzas, snacks, smoothies, and juices.

Royersford

• California Tortilla – This build-your-own bowl or burrito chain offers a simple allergen menu, and almost everything is dairy-free. They also have vegan options.
• Sweetberry – This bowl spot offers all types of dairy-free smoothie bowls (acai, pitaya, coconut, and green) with a range of toppings. They also build poke bowls and salad bowls, with ample dairy-free choices. They also have many vegan options.

Scranton

• Eden-a Vegan Cafe ⭐️ – This all-vegan comfort food restaurant serves a full selection of burgers, wraps, and pizzas. Beyond their everyday hearty menu, this local spot serves smoothies and house-made desserts. The treats range from fresh-baked quick bread to decadent cheesecakes. They also offer food to go, including prepared feasts for the holidays.

Souderton

• Raw Replenish ⭐️ – Thank you to Nikki for recommending this vegan juice and smoothie bar. In addition to sips, they offer healthy toasts, bowls, wraps, and sandwiches.

Springfield

• Crave Creamery – They have a selection of classic, creamy, vegan ice cream flavors, and also serve water ice and smoothies.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.

Spring Grove

• Sonnewald Natural Foods – Thanks to Meg for this recommendation. It’s one of the oldest natural food stores in Pennsylvania, and is located on a 60-acre “chemical-free” farm. Though rural, this grocery store has an impressive and ever-growing range of natural, organic, and special diet foods. They carry shelf-stable, fresh, and frozen foods, with a good selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan brands.

State College

• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.

Sunbury

• Pelican’s SnoBalls – This sweet chain makes New Orleans style shaved ice. And according to the company, their flavor syrups are all made without top allergens. Just skip the cream snowcap or ask if they have dairy-free coconut cream available.

Telford

• Vietnam Cafe Restaurant – Thank you to Nikki for recommending this Vietnamese restaurant as a great dairy-free friendly spot. They have a great authentic-style menu of pho, bun, and rice dishes, and use coconut milk for the creamier dishes.

Trexlertown

• Frutta Bowls – This smoothie and smoothie bowl chain offers dairy-free acai, pitaya, greens, and oatmeal bases. Their granola, fruits, and many of their toppings are dairy-free, and they offer dairy-free options for their toasts and protein bites.

Upper Darby

• Emack & Bolio’s – This Boston-based ice creamery churns a handful of vegan flavors made with coconut milk. They include Cappucino Fudge Swirl, Chocolate Pudding, Mint Chocolate Freckle, Raspberry Chocolate Krispy Rice, Goa Mango, and Toasted Coconut. They also offer dairy-free sorbets.

University Park

• Slim Chickens – They make dairy-free custom orders easy, and are trained to be friendly to allergen requests. Their grilled chicken tenders are made without dairy, and can be subbed on meals, wraps, or salads. They also have a good allergen menu, with a nice selection of dairy-free sauces and sides. Just use caution when ordering sandwiches. At last check, their brioche sandwich buns were dairy-free, but they are brushed with butter.

Warminster

• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.

Waynesburg

• Fruition Bowls & Brews – Their dairy-free smoothie bowls and smoothies are blended with almond milk, and they offer a full coffee bar with some light eats.

West Chester

• Bonchon – This is a Korean chicken fast food chain. Their fried chicken (including tenders), signature sauces, many starters, and most sides are dairy-free – this includes their onion rings and fried pickles!
• Insomnia Cookies – This sweet chain offers a few flavors of vegan cookies year round, like Birthday Cake and Double Chocolate Chunk. But they also bake up seasonal vegan flavors throughout the year.
• The Couch Tomato Cafe – This special diet-friendly restaurant features artisan pizzas, craft salads, sandwiches, and homemade soups, which are often dairy free. They have some vegan items on the menu, and can make many dishes dairy-free with Kite Hill dairy-free cheese alternative. As added bonuses, their garlic knots and cheesy breadsticks can be ordered gluten-free or vegan, and they do offer a vegan dessert.

West Homestead

• Burgatory – This little town has their own fast casual Burgatory. The menu includes their big range of patties, from wild game to impossibly vegan. They have bun options for every diet, including lettuce wraps and naked (no bun!). And they offer dairy-free cheese, along with a host of other toppings. As a bonus, they also blend dairy-free, soy milkshakes in several flavors. You can even order one as a “hard shake,” if you’re of age. They have a full bar available.

West Mifflin

• Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – They offer a few dairy-free flavors daily, like brownie batter, golden milk, and mango. And they can whip you up a vegan milkshakes with oat milk.

Wexford

• Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – They offer a few dairy-free flavors daily, like brownie batter, golden milk, and mango. And they can whip you up a vegan milkshakes with oat milk.
• Soergel Orchards – Visit this orchard and you’ll be welcomed by a natural food store with regional baked goods, and plenty of dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan options.

Whitehall

• Griddle 145 – They offer several vegan items right on their breakfast menu, like French toast and tofu rancheros. They can also make several other dishes dairy-free on request in the morning or for lunch. Almond milk is offered for coffee drinks, and they blend almond milk fruit smoothies.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.

Willow Grove

• Elevation Burger – This progressive fast food chain caters to all types of special diets, with a few plant-based and paleo burger options on their menu. Almost all of their burgers and sandwiches can be ordered without dairy, they offer dairy-free cheese alternative, and at last check, their chicken tenders were even dairy-free. Plus, they offer vegan milkshakes made with oatmilk ice cream and almond milk.

Wilkes Barre

• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• Umami Gorilla ⭐️ – This is a vegan burger joint that also serves fried “chicken” and other comfort food copycats. They also have a gluten-free menu.

Woodlyn

• Cheezy Vegan ⭐️ – As you can imagine, dairy-free “cheese” takes center stage at this comfort cafe. They have dishes like Cheeze the Day Tofu Scramble, Nothing Cheddar Than This Grits, and a full selection of grilled “cheese” sandwiches. They’re open for brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Wyncote

• Frutta Bowls – This smoothie and smoothie bowl chain offers dairy-free acai, pitaya, greens, and oatmeal bases. Their granola, fruits, and many of their toppings are dairy-free, and they offer dairy-free options for their toasts and protein bites.

Wynnewood

• PLNT Burger ⭐️ – This quick serve vegan burger joint is located inside Whole Foods. Their menu includes a selection of burgers, hot dogs, and fries, along with dairy-free soft serve, oatmilk shakes, and cookies for dessert.

Wyomissing

• Clean Eatz – This healthy fast casual chain offers a straight-forward allergen guide and many options for building your own bowl, salad, or wrap.
• Elevation Burger – This progressive fast food chain caters to all types of special diets, with a few plant-based and paleo burger options on their menu. Almost all of their burgers and sandwiches can be ordered without dairy, they offer dairy-free cheese alternative, and at last check, their chicken tenders were even dairy-free. Plus, they offer vegan milkshakes made with oatmilk ice cream and almond milk.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.

York

• Hamir’s Indian Fusion – They go out of their way to provide several vegan options and have some additional dairy-free menu items.
• Infinito’s – This local Italian chain has an allergen chart with their nutritional information. They’re happy to make your dairy-free pizza sans cheese, have a couple of dairy-free pasta options, and offer a big salad bar with ample choices.
• Mission BBQ – This restaurant chain offers a great allergen chat and lots of dairy-free options. Most of their BBQ meats and sauces are dairy-free, and they have a good handful of sides and plate specials. At last check, their sandwich bread contained milk, but their buns did not! Ask at your location since bread sourcing can vary.
• Prince Street Cafe – Their menu is littered with clearly labeled vegan options (gluten-free, too), but they offer additional dairy-free items by custom order for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a full coffee bar with oat milk and pistachio milk as options.
• Safe & Sweet – This is a keto bakery and sweets shop that offers some dairy-free items. They use milk products in most of their baked goods, but do have dairy-free, gluten-free scones and chocolaty items.
• Sweet Willows Creamery – They always have dairy-free and vegan flavors available – usually a couple creamy varieties and a couple sorbets.

Photo Credit: Vegan Treats Bakery

Restaurant & Grocery Chains found throughout Pennsylvania

Some recommended restaurant and store chains are getting too big for our city listing britches. They have many locations, or are rapidly growing, and you might stumble across them in a number of towns in this state. Click on them for more dairy-free details.

• Bruster’s Real Ice Cream – This old-fashioned ice creamery chain churns several dairy-free oat milk ice cream flavors, like vegan vanilla, cookies and cream, white raspberry truffle, and more. They also offer sorbets.
• Chipotle Mexican Grill – See our Chipotle Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.
• Clean Juice – They make their own cold-pressed cashew milks and offer dairy-free acai bowls, smoothie bowls, smoothies, toasts, and some other eats. Please note that their flatbread wraps (the bread itself) contain dairy, but all other menu items can be ordered dairy-free by omitting the cheese or substituting vegan protein for the whey protein (in the proteins smoothies).
• Eat ‘n Park – Their special diet information is limited, but Sarah says her family (with milk allergic member along) have eaten there safely for years. They have locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.
• Hoss’s – This is a steak and seafood chain with locations throughout Pennsylvania. They offer a detailed allergen guide online, and reportedly have a helpful staff. Their dairy-free options include a range of steak, chicken, and fish entrees, as well as burgers and chicken sandwiches.
• Mad Mex – This Pennsylvania restaurant chain describes their menu as an “American food mashup of Mexican, Southeast Asian, and Spanish.” They offer vegan salad dressings and vegan Violife cheese alternative, long with vegan protein options. So several menu items can be ordered vegan, and many more can be ordered without dairy.
• Playa Bowls – See our Playa Bowls Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.
• Saladworks – Pretty much their entire menu contains dairy, but they offer an interactive allergen menu that tells you how to custom order most items without dairy (or other special diet needs). You can choose between salads, warm grain bowls, wraps, and a few other items. They offer a good handful of dairy-free dressings, and do have gluten-free and vegan options.
• SweetGreen – See our SweetGreen Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.
• Uno Pizzeria & Grill – See our Uno Dairy-Free Menu Guide for full details.

Local Dairy-Free Food & Drink Producers in Pennsylvania

These dairy-free friendly companies don’t have their own retail location, but are in Pennsylvania. So you have a good chance of finding their products at grocery stores, restaurants, and/or other shops in this state. Keep an eye out!

We haven’t learned of any yet, but will add them as we find them!

Photo Credit: Burgatory

This Guide is Continuously Updated with Recommendations

We welcome you to recommend other dairy-free friendly restaurants. Leave a comment or contact us and tell us why you like a certain restaurant. Restaurant owners and employees are also invited to reach out and let us know how you welcome dairy-free customers.

Please kindly let us know in the comments if any of these restaurants close. We want to keep this list current for you, but aren’t always notified when a restaurant closes. Let us know and we will quickly update!

This Guide is for Informational Purposes Only

Menus, ingredients, kitchen procedures, management, and restaurants are subject to change at any time. Always read the menu and discuss your dietary needs with the staff before ordering. Make sure that they can accommodate your situation.

There is always a risk for potential cross-contamination of allergens in any commercial kitchen. If cross-contamination is an issue for you, always speak with the manager to ensure that your meal can be safely prepared. Listings here do not guarantee that a restaurant is safe enough for your individual needs. Only you can make that decision.

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