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Four Delicious Vegan Food Products Made in Cleveland

Plant-based food products keep Cleveland’s vegan scene thriving.

by Julia Lombardo | Oct. 28, 2025 | 5:00 AM

PHOTOGRAPHED BY MEGANN GALEHOUSE, FOOD STYLING BY AUBREY JOHANSEN, SET STYLING BY MAGAN MCLAUGHLIN

PHOTOGRAPHED BY MEGANN GALEHOUSE, FOOD STYLING BY AUBREY JOHANSEN, SET STYLING BY MAGAN MCLAUGHLIN

cleveland handmade tofu vegan products made in cleveland
PHOTOGRAPHED BY MEGANN GALEHOUSE, FOOD STYLING BY AUBREY JOHANSEN, SET STYLING BY MAGAN MCLAUGHLIN

Cleveland Tofu Handmade Tofu

It’s a universal vegan classic with hometown flair. The Cleveland-based purveyor prioritizes made-to-order, lactose-free tofu made from soybeans and soy milk, and its subtle flavor is an unsuspecting, nutritious meat substitute for any dish. Available at various retailers, clevelandtofu.com

vegan food products made in cleveland oat haus granola butter
PHOTOGRAPHED BY MEGANN GALEHOUSE, FOOD STYLING BY AUBREY JOHANSEN, SET STYLING BY MAGAN MCLAUGHLIN

Oat Haus Granola Butter Variety Box

Push peanut butter aside and try a sweeter, creamier spread for your fruit, toast or ice cream — but decadent flavors like brownie batter and wild berry beg for nothing more than a spoon. With nine oat-based granola butters available, customized packs of three or four alleviate the burden of choice. $34.95+, oat.haus

vegan products made in cleveland chutni punch spice
PHOTOGRAPHED BY MEGANN GALEHOUSE, FOOD STYLING BY AUBREY JOHANSEN, SET STYLING BY MAGAN MCLAUGHLIN

Chutni Punch Savory Chana Seasoning

This mix of mushrooms, chickpeas, coconut, turmeric and curry leaves is the missing piece to your favorite savory dish. Elevate eggs, salad, dips, popcorn or pizza with just a pinch of spice. $12, chutnipunch.com

vegan food products made in cleveland vegan jerky pleather
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Pleather Red Pepper Bourbon BBQ Vegan Jerky

The meatiest snack on the shelf gets a plant-based makeover with a bit of a buzz. These soy-based strips are coated with a unique blend of cayenne pepper and brown sugar that’s balanced with the zesty aftertaste of real bourbon. $5.99+, pleathervegansnacks.com

Got an appetite for Cleveland’s vegan food? Feast on our full guide here.

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Julia Lombardo

Julia Lombardo is the editor of Cleveland Magazine’s home and style section and contributes to coverage of arts, culture and dining. She graduated from The Ohio State University in 2023 with an English degree. As both a journalist and poet, she is inspired by stories with creative flair. When she puts down the pen, she enjoys going to concerts, ranking coffee shops and walking aimlessly through wooded trails.

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