People often ask me, “How do you find all these amazing vegan spots?” And honestly? Some of my favorite plant-based meals are hiding in plain sight.

Not every city has fully vegan restaurants—or even dedicated vegan menus—but what many people overlook is how vegan-friendly mainstream restaurants have become. One of my go-to spots for a quick, satisfying, plant-forward meal is Blaze Pizza.

Why Blaze Pizza Works for Vegans

Blaze Pizza is built around a simple concept: customization. You can create your own pizza with unlimited toppings for one price, which makes it one of the easiest places to eat vegan without feeling restricted.

While they do offer chef-created pizzas, I almost always go the build-your-own route—because that’s where the magic happens.

How I Build My Go-To Vegan Pizza

It starts with the crust. Several options are vegan-friendly, but I usually go with the gluten-free crust—it’s thin, slightly crispy, and holds up well under lots of toppings.

For sauce, I like a mix of classic red + spicy red. It gives just enough heat without overpowering the flavor. (Skip the pesto and cream sauces—they contain dairy.)

Then comes the cheese—yes, they have vegan cheese, and yes, it melts. If you didn’t know, now you know.

Let’s Talk Toppings

This is where Blaze really shines. The veggie options feel almost limitless, and I don’t hold back.

My usual lineup includes:

• Roasted garlic
• Kalamata olives
• Artichokes
• Roasted red peppers
• Mushrooms
• Onions
• Pineapple (don’t judge 😄)

Honestly, I usually say: “Give me almost everything… except zucchini, cilantro, and jalapeños.”

When they offer oregano and salt at the end? I always say yes. With that many fresh veggies, a little seasoning goes a long way.

The Finishing Touches

To turn my pizza into a full-on experience, I like to:

• Add fresh arugula on top after baking
• Finish with a balsamic glaze drizzle

Is it necessary? No.
Is it delicious? Absolutely.

Vegan Options You Might Not Know About

Blaze Pizza actually makes it pretty easy to eat fully plant-based:

• Dough: Classic, High-Rise, and Gluten-Free are all vegan
• Sauces: Red, Spicy Red, and BBQ
• Cheese: Daiya vegan mozzarella
• Protein: Vegan Spicy Chorizo
• Toppings: Most veggies are vegan-friendly
• Finishes: Arugula, olive oil, balsamic glaze, chili oil

They even offer vegan-friendly sides like Cinnamon Bread and customizable salads.

Pro Tips for Ordering Vegan at Blaze

• Ask for a glove change to reduce cross-contamination
• Request your pizza “well done” for better vegan cheese texture
• Avoid pesto, cream sauce, and meat-based toppings
• Customize freely—extra veggies don’t cost extra

Final Thoughts

Yes, prices have gone up over the years—but for the quality, customization, and convenience, Blaze Pizza is still a solid, accessible, plant-forward option.

And that’s the bigger lesson here:
You don’t always need a fully vegan restaurant to eat well.

Sometimes, the best options are already right in front of you—you just need to know how to order.