French cuisine is known for being meat and cheese-heavy, but there is a growing presence of vegan-friendly options in Paris and even in the US. New York City is home to restaurants like Delice & Sarrasin and Le Basque, offering plant-based versions of classic French dishes like Coq au Vin and Escargot. Los Angeles also has Chaumont Vegan, known for their vegan pastries and omelets.

In Saint Charles, Missouri, La Vie Vegan offers a fully vegan French-inspired menu with dishes like salade Niçoise and French onion soup. Portland is home to Orange & Blossom, a plant-based pâtisserie offering a variety of sweet treats made with locally sourced ingredients. Finally, the team behind Délice & Sarrasin has opened Délice de Bernay in New York City's West Village, specializing in plant-based pastries like croissants and mille-feuille. These establishments are proof that it is possible to enjoy French cuisine without the use of butter or other animal products.