Denny’s vegan options can be easy to find using this guide! Click the links below to jump to any menu section to see whether each menu item is vegan or not! You can also click the ‘Best Of’ section to see our top favorite food and drink recommendations! We also offer a quick reference section of which non-vegan ingredients to avoid.
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Our Favorite Vegan Denny’s Options:
Best Vegan Food | Best Vegan Drinks | Ingredients To Avoid
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✅ – Vegan when ordered directly off the menu.
⚠ – Not Vegan, but can be customized to be vegan.
🛑 – Not Vegan, cannot be customized to be vegan.
💡 We regularly update these pages to ensure accuracy, however, menus change seasonally and ingredient usage may also change over time. We recommend verifying the ingredients of menu items before ordering if you have strict dietary needs. Our guide is based upon U.S. menu items – international items may vary.
Best Denny’s Vegan Food Options
⚠ Fried and grilled options are cooked in the same oil and equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
- Whole Grain Rice – Fibrous option to fill up your tummy easily! 🍚
- Seasonal Fruit – Healthy to snack on, fresh fruits are always a great option.
- English Muffin – Top with avocado slices and you’ve got a delicious vegan treat.
- ⚠ Beyond Burger Patty – These are cooked on grillers seasoned with vegetable oil and bacon from common fryers. If you don’t mind cross-contamination, order a lettuce wrap and load your vegan burger with fresh toppings.
Best Denny’s Vegan Drink Options
- Soft Drinks – Fizzy option to liven up your vegan meal. 🥤
- Lemon Iced Tea – Classic drink with just enough hints of sweetness and sourness.
- Dasani Bottled Water – A great palate cleanser. Hydrating, and refreshing!
- Apple Juice – Pairs well with your favorite vegan meal.
Non-Vegan Ingredients And Items To Avoid
Aside from the more obvious items like meat, cheese, milk, and eggs, here are some specific non-vegan items on the Denny’s menu that you’ll want to avoid:
- Onion Rings – Contains milk in their batter.
- Bourbon Sauce – Contains meat.
- Buttermilk Biscuits – Contains milk.
- Diner Q Sauce – Contains eggs.
Vegan Denny’s Food Menu
Build Your Own Burger
Patties
Denny’s Beyond Burger Patty may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on grillers seasoned with vegetable oil and bacon from common fryers. Cross-contamination with non-vegan ingredients may occur. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
No, Denny’s 100% Beef Patty is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Grilled Seasoned Chicken Breast is not vegan because it is meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Fried Chicken Breast is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Cheese
No, Denny’s Aged White Cheddar is not vegan because it contains milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Swiss Cheese is not vegan because it is milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s American Cheese is not vegan because it contains milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Toppings
Yes, Denny’s Lettuce is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Onion is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Pickles are vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Sliced Jalapeños are vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Tomato is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sauce is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Denny’s Grilled Onions may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on grillers seasoned with vegetable oil and bacon from common fryers. Cross-contamination with non-vegan ingredients may occur. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
No, Denny’s Mayo is not vegan because it contains eggs. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Bourbon Sauce is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Diner Q Sauce is not vegan because it contains eggs. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Premium Toppings
Yes, Denny’s Fresh Avocado is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Denny’s Sautéed Mushrooms may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
No, Denny’s Bacon is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Sides
Denny’s Seasoned Fries may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
Denny’s Hash Browns may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
Denny’s Red Skinned Potatoes may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
Denny’s Chips & Salsa may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
No, Denny’s Onion Rings are not vegan because they contain milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Hash Browns With Cheese is not vegan because they contain cheese. You can opt for plain Hash Browns if they fit your dietary preferences.
Burgers
Burgers
No, Denny’s Double Cheeseburger is not vegan because it contains cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger is not vegan because it contains eggs, cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Bourbon Bacon Burger is not vegan because it contains cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s SlamBurger is not vegan because it contains cheese, egg, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Flamin’ 5-Pepper Burger is not vegan because it contains cheese, egg, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Classic Breakfasts
Classic Breakfasts
No, Denny’s My Hammy Spice is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Chicken Biscuit & Gravy Bowl is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Classic Benny Breakfast is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and seafood. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Southwestern Benny Breakfast is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and seafood. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Moons Over My Hammy is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s The Grand Slamwich is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Country Fried Steak & Eggs are not vegan because they contain eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s T-Bone Steak & Eggs are not vegan because they contain eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Santa Fe Bowl is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Build Your Own Omelette
Build Your Own Omelette
No, Denny’s Omelette is not vegan because it contains eggs. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Omelettes
Omelettes
No, Denny’s Mile High Denver Omelette is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Ultimate Omelette is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Philly Cheesesteak Omelette is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Loaded Veggie Omelette is not vegan because it contains cheese, and eggs. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Pancakes & Crepe
Pancakes
No, Denny’s It’s Bananas Salted Caramel Pancake Breakfast is not vegan because it contains cream, eggs, meat and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Cinnamon Roll Pancake Breakfast is not vegan because it contains cream, eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Hearty 9-Grain Pancake Breakfast is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Choconana Pancake Breakfast is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Berry Vanilla Crepe Breakfast is not vegan because it contains cream, eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Crepe
No, Denny’s Berry Vanilla Crepe Breakfast is not vegan because it contains cream, eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Build Your Own Grand Slam
Build Your Own Grand Slam
No, Denny’s Grand Slam is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan because the non-vegan ingredients make this meal unique.
Slams
Slams
No, Denny’s Lumberjack Slam is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan because the non-vegan ingredients make this meal unique.
No, Denny’s All-American Slam is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan because the non-vegan ingredients make this meal unique.
No, Denny’s French Toast Slam is not vegan because it contains butter, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan because the non-vegan ingredients make this meal unique.
No, Denny’s Fit Slam is not vegan because it contains eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan because the non-vegan ingredients make this meal unique.
Salad
Salad
No, Denny’s House Salad is not vegan because it contains cheese, meat, and milk. You can customize this to be vegan by ordering without: Cheddar cheese, croutons, and meat. Enjoy this meal with Denny’s low-fat Balsamic Vinaigrette as vegan dressing!
Denny’s Cobb Salad may not be considered vegan because it contains cheese, eggs and potato sticks cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
You can customize this to be vegan by ordering without: Cheddar cheese, and hard-boiled eggs. Enjoy this meal with Denny’s low-fat Balsamic Vinaigrette as vegan dressing!
Starters
Starters
No, Denny’s Zesty Nachos is not vegan because it contains cream, cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Boneless Chicken Wings are not vegan because they meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Classic Sampler is not vegan because it contains cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Premium Chicken Tenders are not vegan because they contain meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Mozzarella Cheese Sticks are not vegan because they contain cheese. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Double Chocolate Pancake Puppies are not vegan because they contain cream, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Classic Dinners
Classic Dinners
No, Denny’s Crazy Spicy Bowl is not vegan because it contains cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Mama D’s Pot Roast Bowl is not vegan because it contains meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Bourbon Chicken Bowl is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Plate Lickin’ Chicken Fried Chicken is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Sirloin Steak is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s T-Bone Steak is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Premium Chicken Tenders Dinner is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Country-Fried Steak Dinner is not vegan because it contains eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Wild Alaska Salmon is not vegan because it contains fish. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Sides
Sides
Yes, Denny’s Seasonal Fruit is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s English Muffin is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Whole Grain Rice is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Denny’s Hash Browns may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
Denny’s Seasoned Fries may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
Denny’s Toast may not be considered vegan because it is cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
No, Denny’s Garden Side Salad is not vegan because it contains cheese, and milk. You can customize this to be vegan by ordering without: Cheddar cheese, and croutons. Enjoy this meal with Denny’s low-fat Balsamic Vinaigrette as vegan dressing!
Denny’s Red Skinned Potatoes may not be considered vegan because they are cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You can decide if these fit your dietary preferences.
No, Denny’s Fresh Vegetable Medley is not vegan because it contains butter and greens, cooked on the same equipment as menu items that contain non-vegan ingredients. You cannot customize this to be vegan because these ingredients make this meal unique.
Pro-tip: Order Garden Side Salad without cheese and croutons. Enjoy with low-fat Balsamic Vinaigrette!
No, Denny’s French Toast is not vegan because it contains butter, eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Herb Glazed Corn is not vegan because it contains butter. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Onion Rings are not vegan because they contain milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Red Rustic Mashed Potatoes are not vegan because they contain milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Egg is not vegan because it is egg. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Bacon is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Sausage is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Ham is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Buttermilk Biscuits are not vegan because they contain milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Pancakes are not vegan because they contain butter, eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Biscuit & Gravy are not vegan because they contain meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s It’s Bananas Salted Caramel Pancakes are not vegan because they contain cream, eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are not vegan because they contain cream, eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Choconana Pancakes are not vegan because they contain eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Strawberry Vanilla Crepe is not vegan because it contains cream, eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Sauces & Dressings
Sauces
Yes, Denny’s Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sauce is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Salsa is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
No, Denny’s Honey Buttermilk Glaze Sauce is not vegan because it contains honey. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Bourbon Sauce is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Sour Cream is not vegan because it contains cream. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Buffalo Sauce is not vegan because it contains milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Tomato Sauce is not vegan because it contains meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Dressings
Yes, Denny’s Balsamic Vinaigrette is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
No, Denny’s Ranch Dressing is not vegan because it contains eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Blue Cheese Dressing is not vegan because it contains eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Honey Mustard Dressing is not vegan because it contains honey. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Thousand Island Dressing is not vegan because it contains eggs. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Soup Of The Day
Soup Of The Day
No, Denny’s Chicken Noodle Soup is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
55+
55+
No, Denny’s 55+ Scrambled Eggs & Cheddar Breakfast is not vegan because it contains butter, cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s 55+ Starter is not vegan because it contains eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s 55+ Omelette is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s 55+ Grilled Cheese Sandwich & Soup is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s 55+ Wild Alaska Salmon is not vegan because it contains fish. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s 55+ Country-Fried Steak is not vegan because it contains eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Melts & Handhelds
Melts & Handhelds
No, Denny’s Brisk-B-Q Melt is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Brisk-It-All Melt is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Cali Club Sandwich is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s The Super Bird is not vegan because it contains cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Diner Classic Patty Melt is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Nashville Hot Chicken Melt is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s The Big Dipper Melt is not vegan because it contains cheese, eggs, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Kids
Build Your Own Jr. Grand Slam
No, Denny’s Jr. Grand Slam is not vegan because it contains eggs, meat, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan because the non-vegan ingredients make this meal unique.
Kids
No, Denny’s Jr. Chocolate Chip Pancakes are not vegan because it contains eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Jr. Premium Chicken Tenders are not vegan because they contain meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Jr. Cheeseburger is not vegan because it contains cheese, and meat. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Mac & Cheese is not vegan because it contains cheese. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Desserts
Desserts
No, Denny’s Jr. Caramel Apple Pie Crisp is not vegan because it contains milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s New York Style Cheesecake is not vegan because it contains eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Lava Cooklet Skillet is not vegan because it contains eggs, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Vegan Denny’s Drink Menu
Milk Shakes
Milk Shakes
No, Denny’s Strawberry Milk Shake is not vegan because it contains cream, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Vanilla Milk Shake is not vegan because it contains cream, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Chocolate Milk Shake is not vegan because it contains cream, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Oreo Milk Shake is not vegan because it contains cream, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Smoothies
Smoothies
No, Denny’s Strawberry Banana Smoothie is not vegan because it contains milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Mango Smoothie is not vegan because it contains milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Beverages
Soft Drinks
Yes, Denny’s Soft Drinks are vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Water
Yes, Denny’s Dasani Bottled Water is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Coffee, Hot Chocolate, & Milk
Yes, Denny’s Signature Diner Blend Coffee is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Signature Diner Blend Coffee – Decaf is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
No, Denny’s Hot Chocolate is not vegan because it contains cream, and milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
No, Denny’s Milk is not vegan because it is milk. You cannot customize this to be vegan.
Teas, Lemonades, & Juices
Yes, Denny’s Hot Tea is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Lemonade Iced Tea is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Unsweetened Iced Tea is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Minute Maid Lemonade is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Apple Juice is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
Yes, Denny’s Minute Maid Orange Juice is vegan when ordered directly from the menu.
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