“Vegetarian food is just salads.”
We’ve heard this way too many times. Like the idea of subtracting meat from your plate automatically takes the fun away. Well, at Taste of Belgium, we know better. Our concept, inspired by our Belgian culinary traditions, demonstrates night after night that you can have dinner without meat, while still having all those bold, rich, and indulgent flavors.
From the very beginning of our vegetarian dinner program, the only rule we imposed on ourselves was: ‘make it unforgettable’. We leverage the time-tested traditions of Belgium, including sauce-making and waffle irons, to give you a meatless option that is layered,
craveable, and deeply satisfying. These are not your conventional “light” vegetarian options, but are some heart, flavor-packed foods that just happen to be completely vegetarian.
Whether you’re a vegetarian, exploring the flexitarian diet, or just someone who’s very hungry, we guarantee that what we offer on our menu is an absolute knockout minus the meat. Let’s get into it.
Flavor-Packed Vegetarian Dishes That Steal the Spotlight
At Taste of Belgium, our plant-forward plates are anything but an afterthought. These are bright, bold stars all designed to stand alone, full of flavor and tons of satisfaction.
Our Buddha Bowl is one of the most loved vegetarian dinner options in Cincinnati. It is layered with roasted shallots and mushrooms, brightened with house-fermented kimchi, and given a grounding flavor with roasted sweet potatoes and farro. Bold, earthy flavors, and filling.
In the mood for something classic? Our Vegetarian Omelet with roasted tomatoes, spinach, and herbed farmer’s cheese is always a hit. And the Peppers, Onions & Herbed Cheese Crêpe is a savory nod to Belgian street food; warm, comforting for sure, and well, steeped in tradition.
If you’re looking for a spin on a meat-free evening, order our crisp Garden Salad with a warm slice of ciabatta, or our Avocado Toast with a sunny-side egg to dip for the fan favorite. Even the Granola Parfait earns its spot as a light pick for the evening, and there you have it, proof that plant-powered dishes can steal the center stage and serve everything that meat options do.
Meat-Free Doesn’t Mean Missing Out on Comfort Food
Whoever said comfort food has to have meat to be comforting? Whether you’re a vegetarian or just craving a hearty vegetarian dinner, our sides-turned-mains are here to offer flavor bombs, fun, and the guilty pleasure we all need after a hectic day. Get ready to get blown away.
Where do we begin? Perhaps with the classic: Mac & Cheese. Creamy, baked, topped with golden breadcrumbs (skip the chicken add-on), this is a soul food staple that warms the soul and can hold its own on any Cincinnati dinner table.
No Belgian-inspired meal would be complete without our famous Belgian Frites. Enjoy it solo with a cone, or go big with our Frites & Dips Sampler: smoky chipotle mayo, zesty pesto mayo. The perfect excuse you need to double-dip!
Want something snackable that’s equally satisfying? Our Beer Cheese with Pretzels is pure joy in a dish. Warm, salty, and meant to be shared (unless you don’t want to share or not, who are we to judge?).
Comfort, richness, and full of flavor, a dinner without meat can still feel like a warm hug from the inside out.
Sweet Endings with Zero Guilt
At Taste of Belgium, we take our desserts as seriously as our entrées (and yes, you can absolutely have dessert for dinner!). Our signature waffles are vegetarian by nature and deliver all the indulgence you want from your Cincinnati dinner.
Our Over-the-Top Waffle is certainly not here to mess around. Zesty lemon curd, a berry storm, and dreamy maple-ricotta whipped cream to calm it all down, bound to make you go ‘Whoa!’ with each bite. It’s sweet, tangy, and full of explosion in each bite. The Over-the-Top Waffle is a dessert that does not mess around. Dessert or Vegetarian dinner? Your call to make.
Treading on childhood memories and taking you back to the summer camps, the S’more Waffle delivers toasted marshmallows, a chocolate drizzle on top, and a soft, chewy waffle base. You’ll be truly thinking of nostalgic campfires with friends, which is further enhanced by tasting this masterpiece.
The Caramel, Apple & Walnut Waffle is a cozy hug taking you back to fall; warm, spiced, layering textures, and is the kind of dish that makes you want to take a break and enjoy it at a slower pace. Trust us: going meatless for dinner doesn’t mean you have to skip dessert. If anything, it means you can make it the main event!
What to Sip with a Plant-Based Plate
No great vegetarian dinner is complete without the right drink in hand. So whether you are in the mood for an adventurous cocktail or something completely free of alcohol, our drink menu has some pairings that complement every bite gracefully, from savory crepes to dessert waffles.
Our handpicked mocktails are as fresh as our produce. Wildest Dreams combines calming lavender with bright, citrusy lemonade, a floral partner to earthy dishes like the Buddha Bowl.
Prefer something a little more fruit-forward? Or you can try out our refreshing and sweet blueberry lemonade called Rainy Days, a delightful companion to a garden salad or avocado toast.
For the more booze enthusiasts, the Drop of Sunshine highlights a vibrant limoncello lift and pairs up really good with our lighter vegetarian mains, with a citrusy, zesty touch. Summer Vibes is all juicy, tropical, and a little cheeky with its rum base. It pairs excellently with richer dishes like the Peppers & Cheese Crêpe or a waffle for dessert.
And if you are going alcohol-free, non-alcoholic beers are booming, but our NA Chouffe takes the lead. It’s a crisp, balanced, non-alcoholic Belgian Blonde made to complement a flavour-packed Cincinnati dinner, with or without meat.
Taste of Belgium: A Must-Visit for Cincinnati’s Vegetarian Crowd
We’ve built a place for vegetarian diners at Taste of Belgium, where they don’t just feel accommodated, but rather celebrated. Our menu offers flexibility that takes the guesswork out of dinner without meat; whether it’s swapping in a black bean patty for your meat patty, or finding a way to customize your crepe or salad. So what are you waiting for? Order now!
Whether you’re plant-based, non-vegetarian, or just dabbling, bold Belgian flavors, a cozy atmosphere, and shareable plates are what make Taste of Belgium a no-brainer for your next Cincinnati dinner. Whether you’re meat-free, trying to cut out meat, or just veggie-curious, this is your dinner spot in Cincinnati.
