P.F. Chang’s does not have a dedicated vegan menu, but several dishes can be made vegan with small changes. Although vegan options don't have a lot of variety, it’s possible to enjoy a full plant-based meal at P.F. Chang’s.
This guide lists all vegan options available, including appetizers, entrées, sides, sauces, drinks, and ordering tips.
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Vegan Appetizers
Chili Garlic Green Beans
Chili Garlic Green Beans are wok-fried with spicy red chili sauce, fresh garlic, and Sichuan preserves. Naturally vegan and full of flavor, they’re a great starter or side for any plant-based meal at P.F. Chang’s.
Vegetarian Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
Vegetarian Chang’s Lettuce Wraps are made with tofu, mushrooms, and water chestnuts, cooked in a savory vegetarian sauce and served with crisp lettuce cups. They’re typically vegan since P.F. Chang’s uses a mushroom-based oyster sauce.
Some locations have updated the recipe with breaded tofu or sweeter sauces, so it’s best to confirm with your server that no dairy, egg, or fish ingredients are included.
Crispy Avocado Rolls (Seasonal)
These Traditional rolls with cubed avocado are a must-try. These are available at selected locations.
Entrées
P.F. Chang’s vegan entrées are limited, with most options being sides, appetizers, or customizable dishes. The main entrées you can get include:
Buddha’s Feast (Steamed or Stir-Fried)
Buddha’s Feast at P.F. Chang’s is a tofu, asparagus, shiitake mushroom, broccoli, and carrot dish served steamed or stir-fried. Pair it with soy or chili sauce and steamed rice for a complete plant-based meal.
Ma Po Tofu
Ma Po Tofu at P.F. Chang’s is a crispy silken tofu dish served in a spicy red chili sauce, accompanied by steamed broccoli. It’s dairy and egg-free, but may contain oyster or fish sauce, so please confirm with the server to ensure it's vegan.
Side Dishes
P.F. Chang’s offers simple, plant-based sides that can be paired with any entrée:
- Steamed White Rice
- Steamed Brown Rice
- Steamed Seasonal Vegetables
- Plain Rice Noodles (ask for soy or chili paste for flavor)
Learn more about how you can eat vegan and vegetarian at Subway, Olive Garden, Wendy's, and Red Lobster.
Drinks
P.F. Chang’s drink menu includes many options that pair well with any meal:
- Pomegranate Lemonade
- Strawberry Cucumber Limeade
- Peach Boba Breeze
- Chang’s Coconut Cooler (confirm no dairy-based syrups)
- House-Made Ginger Beer
- Freshly Brewed Iced Tea (black, mango, or green)
- Hot Full-Leaf Teas (jasmine, oolong, white tangerine, tropical green, citrus spice, sweet ginger peach)
- House Lemonade or Strawberry Lemonade
- Soft Drinks (Coke, Sprite, etc.)
A Sample Vegan Meal
My go-to, or you can say the only option we are left with, is
- Starter: Chili Garlic Green Beans
- Entrée: Buddha’s Feast (stir-fried with tofu, no oyster sauce)
- Side: Steamed Brown Rice
- Drink: House Lemonade
PF Chang's Vegetarian Menu
Here’s a list of additional vegetarian options at P.F. Chang’s. These dishes are meat-free and suitable for vegetarians, and many can be made vegan with a few modifications just be sure to explain your needs clearly to the server so they can help customize your order.
- Edamame Beans (Ask to stir-fry without butter and in salt only to make it vegan)
- Mongolian Tofu
- Fried Rice
- Signature Lo Mein
- Pad Thai
- Cold Cucumber Salad
Many vegetarian dishes at P.F. Chang’s use sauces with oyster, fish, or honey. Asian sauces often include anchovies or shellfish, but these are listed in the allergen guide. Just ask to skip those sauces and stick to simple soy or chili sauce instead.
Ordering Tips
To modify these vegetarian dishes
- Skip the oyster sauce, honey, and other sauces that contain egg, dairy, or fish.
- Request no egg in fried rice, noodles, and spring roll wrappers.
- Request soy sauce instead of oyster sauce in vegetarian dishes.
- Ask for rice noodles if wheat noodles contain egg.
- Check for seasonal or rotating plant-based specials.
Frequently Asked Questions
P.F. Chang's Vegetable Lo Mein is not vegan by default due to oyster sauce, egg, and meat.
P.F. Chang's Pad Thai is not only vegetarian but also suitable for vegans.
Yes, plain noodles at PF Chang's are vegan make sure to get them stir-fried in some vegan sauces.
Yes, many vegetarian dishes use oyster or fish-based sauces. These are listed in the allergen guide.
Want to Cook Something Asian?
If this post has left you craving Asian flavors, you can try making these vibrant, completely vegan dishes at home.
Conclusion
P.F. Chang’s doesn’t offer a dedicated vegan menu, but you can still build a satisfying plant-based meal. Start with naturally vegan dishes, then customize vegetarian ones if the kitchen is open to modifications. Always double-check ingredients, as recipes and sauces can vary by location.
Note: All the information is taken from P.F. Chang’s website.
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