Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina ranks 5th on the list of best foodie cities in America. If the Deep South isn't the first place that comes to mind when you think of creative vegetarian cooking, Asheville, North Carolina, wants to say hello. For a city known for its meats, it certainly leans heavily toward vegetables. The Asheville Vegan Society highlights a variety of vegan-friendly options that can be found on nearly every street corner. Greens aren't an afterthought at these eclectic restaurants. According to The Beet, you can satisfy your cravings without sacrificing flavor anywhere from food trucks and juice shops to fine dining restaurants.

Drink a pint or two of Asheville's legendary suds with your veggie plate. As a certified brew town and one of the best beer cities in the United States, thirsty foodies can sip on porters and stouts. Furthermore, Asheville's central location in the Appalachian Mountains makes it an ideal destination for sampling regional favorites such as tasty apple butter, ramps, and thick slices of country ham (via Explore Asheville).

Location: North Carolina