Crossroads Las Vegas

Crossroads Kitchen challenges every preconception about vegan dining with its upscale Mediterranean-Italian cuisine that appeals to vegans, flexitarians, and omnivores alike. This is an intersection where people of all dietary preferences can gather to share an exceptional meal. The elegant ambiance features refined lighting, comfortable seating, and a sophisticated atmosphere that rivals any traditional steakhouse, minus the steak. Most guests don’t even realize the menu is entirely plant-based; they simply recognize that the food is satisfying, delicious, and beautifully presented.

Dietary and Allergy Accommodations

Gluten-Free

Crossroads Kitchen excels at gluten-free accommodations with numerous options clearly marked on the menu. The restaurant maintains a dedicated gluten-free fryer, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks for celiac diners. Many signature dishes are naturally gluten-free or can be modified, including the stuffed zucchini blossoms, truffle potatoes, and the eggplant filet. Multiple pasta dishes can be prepared with gluten-free pasta, and gluten-free pizza crusts are available. The restaurant even offers gluten-free bread and focaccia croutons. Servers are generally well-trained on gluten-free protocols, though it’s important to note that the kitchen is not entirely gluten-free, and items may be prepared in shared spaces. Guests with celiac disease should communicate their needs clearly with their server and request dishes from the special allergy menu.

Dairy-Free

Every single dish at Crossroads Kitchen is 100% dairy-free, making this an absolute dream destination for those avoiding dairy. Since the entire restaurant is plant-based, there are no traditional dairy products used anywhere in the kitchen. Instead, the restaurant uses innovative dairy alternatives, including house-made cashew-based cheeses and almond ricotta. Chef Ronnen co-founded Kite Hill, a premier vegan cheese and yogurt company, and these products feature prominently in many dishes. From the creamy sauces on pasta to the “blue cheese” salad and the ricotta-stuffed zucchini blossoms, every dairy-style element is crafted from plant-based ingredients. This makes Crossroads an ideal choice for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

Nut-Free

Navigating nut allergies at Crossroads Kitchen requires caution and clear communication with the staff. The restaurant uses nuts, particularly almonds and cashews, in various menu items as they are essential ingredients in many vegan cheese alternatives and sauces. Items like the almond milk yogurt served with the Impossible Cigars, the almond ricotta in the zucchini blossoms, and cashew-based cheeses appear throughout the menu. According to the restaurant’s own allergen notice, nuts are used in various menu items. Guests with nut allergies should discuss safe food options with their server, order from the special allergy menu, and avoid sharing items ordered by other guests from the standard menu. While accommodation is possible, this is not the ideal restaurant for those with severe nut allergies.

Keto

While Crossroads Kitchen is not specifically designed for keto dieters, there are some lower-carb options available. Protein-forward dishes like the Grilled Lion’s Mane Steak (a mushroom-based entrée), the Eggplant Filet with chanterelle mushrooms, and certain salads can work for modified keto approaches. However, the restaurant’s focus on Mediterranean cuisine means there’s a heavy emphasis on pasta, pizza, bread, and other carb-rich items. Many sauces may contain sugars or starches as thickeners. Keto diners will need to customize orders significantly, asking for proteins and vegetables without sauces, skipping breads and pastas, and avoiding the desserts. This is not an optimal choice for strict keto followers, though those following a more flexible low-carb approach may find suitable options by working with the server.

Paleo

The paleo diet presents significant challenges at Crossroads Kitchen, as the restaurant’s plant-based nature conflicts with several paleo principles. Traditional paleo diets avoid legumes, grains, and most plant-based meat alternatives—all of which are common at Crossroads. The restaurant uses Impossible meat products (which contain soy and other processed ingredients), various beans and legumes, grains in pastas and pizzas, and processed vegan cheeses. While some vegetable-based dishes and mushroom preparations might technically fit paleo guidelines, the overall menu philosophy doesn’t align well with paleo principles. Those following a strict paleo diet would have very limited options and might find better accommodations elsewhere.

Whole30

Crossroads Kitchen is not compatible with Whole30 requirements. The Whole30 program prohibits grains, legumes, dairy alternatives made from legumes or grains, added sugars, and most processed foods—all of which are foundational elements of Crossroads’ menu. The restaurant’s vegan cheeses, plant-based meat alternatives, pastas, pizzas, and most sauces contain ingredients that are off-limits for Whole30 participants. Even dishes that seem vegetable-forward often include non-compliant ingredients like oils, sweeteners, or grain-based components. There are no suitable menu options for those strictly following Whole30 guidelines.

Pescatarian

As a fully plant-based restaurant, Crossroads Kitchen does not serve any actual fish or seafood. However, pescatarians who are open to plant-based meals will find the entire menu accessible and enjoyable. In fact, the restaurant has received praise from pescatarian diners who appreciate the creative “seafood” alternatives. The menu features plant-based “scallops” made from mushrooms in dishes like the Linguine Scallops, and the restaurant is known for creating convincing seafood-style dishes including a “calamari” appetizer made from oyster mushrooms that has earned rave reviews for its texture and flavor. While these aren’t actual seafood, pescatarians looking to incorporate more plant-based meals will find exceptional options that satisfy seafood cravings.

Vegan

Crossroads Kitchen is a vegan paradise—the entire menu is 100% plant-based. Every single dish, from appetizers through desserts, is completely vegan with no animal products whatsoever. There’s no need to modify orders or ask questions about ingredients concerning animal products. The restaurant was designed specifically to make plant-based fine dining accessible and appealing, with no obvious “vegan cues” on the menu. Whether you want Mediterranean-inspired small plates, house-made pasta with creative sauces, artisanal pizzas, or decadent desserts like the famous banana pudding, everything is crafted without animal products. This is one of the premier vegan fine-dining destinations in the United States, recognized by publications including Travel + Leisure, PETA, and USA Today.

Kosher

Crossroads Kitchen is not a certified kosher restaurant. While the entirely plant-based menu means there are no meat and dairy mixing concerns and no non-kosher meats, the restaurant has not been certified by a rabbinical authority. The facility does not follow kosher preparation standards, kashrut supervision is not in place, and wine selections are not certified kosher. Jewish diners who keep strict kosher dietary laws would not be able to consider this restaurant compliant. However, those who follow more flexible interpretations focused on avoiding certain animal products may find the plant-based nature of the menu appealing.

Halal

Crossroads Kitchen does not offer halal certification. While the restaurant is entirely plant-based and therefore contains no pork or non-halal meats, it has not been certified as halal by an Islamic authority. The alcohol-containing beverages at the full bar and potential alcohol in cooking would also be concerns for many Muslim diners following strict halal guidelines. The restaurant does not follow Islamic dietary law preparation methods or have halal certification for ingredients. Muslim diners following strict halal requirements should seek certified halal establishments.

Unmet Diets or Allergies

Crossroads Kitchen does not accommodate the following diets: Whole30 and strict paleo diets. The restaurant’s reliance on grains, legumes, processed plant-based ingredients, and vegan cheese alternatives makes it incompatible with these dietary approaches. Additionally, while some keto modifications are possible, this is not an ideal destination for strict ketogenic dieters. Those with severe nut allergies should exercise extreme caution, as nuts are used throughout the menu in many core recipes.

Reviewers Rave About

• Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms: Delicate fried zucchini blossoms filled with Kite Hill almond ricotta, served with marinara sauce. Described as “delectable,” “wonderful,” and something diners become “addicted to,” this signature appetizer consistently earns top praise.

• Grilled Lion’s Mane Steak: A showstopper entrée featuring grilled lion’s mane mushroom with truffle potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Reviewers call it “one of my top 5 favorite meals of all time,” “amazing,” and “a must try,” with many noting they “ate every single bite.”

• Banana Pudding: This dessert has achieved legendary status, described as “truly next-level—rich, creamy, and unforgettable,” “delicious,” and something diners “still dream about.” Multiple reviewers specifically mentioned returning to the restaurant just for this dessert.

Location

Crossroads Kitchen Las Vegas is located at 3000 S Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109, inside Resorts World Las Vegas on the Las Vegas Strip.

Crossroads Kitchen also has locations in Los Angeles (Beverly Grove neighborhood) and Calabasas, California.