Which US restaurant chains put vegetarian on the menu, when each launch ran, and who got there first.
MenuLaunches has tracked 2 vegetarian menu launches across 2 US restaurant chains between 2026 and 2026, peaking in 2026-09. The chains that use it most are White Castle, Shake Shack.
When chains actually put this on the menu.
Ordered by announce date.
| # | Chain | Item | Announced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shake Shack | Black Truffle 'Shroom | September 29, 2026 |
| 2 | White Castle | Southwest Veggie Slider | October 10, 2026 |
A veggie slider featuring a Dr. Praeger's patty of sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, red bell peppers, onions, and carrots with a crispy brown rice crust, topped with jalapeño cheese on a slider bun.
A crispy-fried portobello mushroom filled with melted Muenster and cheddar cheeses, served with shredded lettuce and black truffle sauce on a toasted potato bun.