12 Best Spots for Vegan Pizza in Detroit
If you’re a vegan and trying to find great pizza, you must visit the Detroit area! You can find thin crust, hand-tossed, and deep-dish ‘za with a variety of toppings like house-made vegan pepperoni at Grandma Bob’s to black beans and fresh corn at Amici’s Kitchen and Living Room.
There are so many options in the Detroit area for vegan pizza that you might not be able to decide what to get and where to go. Well, I’ve got you covered with my list of can’t miss vegan pizza in Detroit!
Detroit Pizzerias with Vegan Options
1. Pie Sci
Locations in Detroit & Oak Park
Most of the pizzas at Pie Sci can be made vegan, but I think you need to check out these two specialty pizzas (one note, they do rotate flavors. If these two aren’t available, I am sure whatever they have is amazing)!
Pie Sci Pizzas to Try
Taco’s Modern Life – This is one of those delicious pizzas that will be etched in your memory and you will want to have it again and again. Topped with garlic oil, Follow Your Heart mozzarella, cauliflower-walnut mock chorizo, roasted corn, radish slaw, white onion, cilantro, and lime, this pizza is nothing short of fantastic. If you end up eating the whole thing, no one will judge you (This is a seasonal pizza).
Vegan Margherita Pizza – This pizza is simply topped with garlic oil, Follow Your Heart Mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil. The crust is perfectly crispy and will definitely leave you satisfied (adding veggies, is always a good way to go too — see below).
2. Grandma Bob’s
2135 Michigan Ave. Detroit, MI 48216
There are so many vegan options at Grandma Bob’s to accompany your pizza! Check out their vegan Caesar salad, cheese bread, and a variety of shakes to wash down their Detroit-style pizza.
Grandma Bob’s Pizza to Try
Vegan Pepperoni – I’m sure you’re wondering why a meat pizza would be on the list. Well, Grandma Bobs makes their own vegan pepperoni and it is spicy and delicious! It is definitely a “can’t miss” vegan pie.
3. Michigan and Trumbull
1441 W. Elizabeth St. Detroit, Mi
Located a block from the iconic corner where the Detroit Tigers once called home, Michigan and Trumbull has some of the best-tasting pizza! With vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options there is something here for everyone.
Michigan and Trumbull Pizza to Try
Vegan Romesco – This pizza is topped with almond romesco, sliced grape tomatoes, delicious chunks of roasted garlic, and fresh basil. The red sauce is piped on making a beautiful and delicious Detroit-style deep dish pizza. Be sure to add Violife mozzarella to finish off the pizza with a bit of vegan cheesy goodness!
Ferndale Pizzerias with Vegan Options
4. Nick’s Pizza
745 E. Nine Mile Ferndale, Mi 48220
Nick’s is a local “mom and pop” pizzeria. They have a variety of vegan toppings and Daiya cheese.
Nick’s Pizza to Try
Vegan Veggie Lovers – You will love Nick’s pizza sauce! It is one of the best in Metro Detroit! Order the veggie lovers, which is topped with spinach, red onions, roasted red peppers, and tomatoes, and ask to substitute Daiya cheese.
5. Como’s Pizza
22812 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, Mi 48220
Como’s serves up some great Detroit-style deep dish pizza. They have a flavorful sauce, a gluten-free option, and quite a few toppings for you to build your vegan pizza or you can try one of their signature vegan pizzas. Just be sure to ask for extra sauce on your pie!
Como’s Pizza to Try
Vegan Wimp – Topped with Calabrian chilies, jalapeno, banana peppers, and a bee-free house-made spicy honey. It’s spicy and sweet and sure to please!
Berkley Pizzeria with Vegan Options
6. Amici’s Kitchen and Living Room
3249 Twelve Mile Rd., Berkley, 4807
Amici’s offers a variety of toppings and a few vegan signature pizzas.
Amici’s Pizza to Try
Vegan Black Bean – This Mexican-style pizza is topped with black beans, smoked fresh corn, fresh plum tomatoes, cilantro, spinach, and scallions. You can add vegan cheese, but it will stand on its own without it. Order the wheat crust for a healthier ‘za.
Royal Oak Pizzerias with Vegan Options
7. Hippie’s Pizza
121 E. 13 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, 48073
There are only two vegan signature pizzas at Hippie’s Pizza, but you can also build your own with a variety of toppings.
Hippie’s Pizza to Try
Hawaiian Vegan – The Hawaiian is topped with Hippie’s sauce, onions, pineapple, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. On this pizza, you need to add Daiya if you want cheese.
8. Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina
711 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067
A classic Napoletana pizza cooked in a special wood-fired oven at a high temperature. Wood-fired pizza has a distinct taste and an unmistakable chew. It has been said that Bigalora imported their pizza ovens from Napoli to make sure they were as close to authentic as possible. They have a few vegan and gluten-free options to choose from.
Bigalora Pizza to Try
Vegan Wood-Roasted Vegetables – This classic pizza is topped with roasted onion, zucchini, and tomatoes. You will love the earthy flavors of this pizza and the old-world-style crust.
9. Palazzo di Pizza
1222 E. Eleven Mile Rd. Royal Oak, Mi 48067
Authentic Detroit-style pizza with Daiya cheese. They have a delicious red sauce and a variety of toppings.
Palazzo di Pizza to Try
Build Your Own Vegan – Order a vegan ‘za with a variety of veggies like green peppers, fresh mushrooms, garlic, black olives, and tomatoes.
Troy Pizzerias with Vegan Options
10. Renee’s Gourmet Pizzeria
1937 W. Maple Rd. Troy, Mi 48084
This gourmet gluten-free pizzeria has two types of crusts to choose from — a New York thin and a deep-dish crust. They have a variety of signature pizzas that can be made vegan.
Renee’s Pizza to Try
Vegan Albanian – This pizza is topped with marinara, Daiya cheese, roasted garlic, kalamata olives and finished with extra virgin olive oil.
11. Taormina’s Pizza
1123 E. Long Lake Troy, Mi 48085
3700 N Lilley Rd, Canton, MI 48187 (Vegan pizza is also available at this location)
They have multiple crust sizes to choose from and various toppings, including plant-based meats.
Taormina’s Pizza to Try
Build Your Own Vegan, 24-inch pizza – Go big or go home! There is something about a giant pizza that will simply put a smile on your face. If you’re meeting with a few friends, bring this pizza! They offer plant-based beef, sausage, pepperoni, and chicken, as well as black olives, green peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, red onions, pineapple, pepper rings, and jalapeno. Add whatever you like!
Pizzerias with Multiple Metro Detroit Locations
12. Buddy’s Pizza
17 Locations throughout metro Detroit
With 17 locations throughout Metro Detroit, it is easy to understand why this is one of the best-tasting pizzas in the area! Buddy’s is the original Detroit-style deep dish pizza. You will keep coming back for their delicious sauce. They use Daiya cheese on their vegan pizzas.
Buddy’s Pizza to Try
Vegan Eastern Market – This is Buddy’s original veggie pizza topped with large slices of tomatoes, green pepper, onions, and mushrooms.
