If You’re Attending Natural Products Expo East in Baltimore this Week, Here’s a List of Local Veggie Restaurants from The Vegetarian Resource Group
FEDERAL HILL/LOCUST POINT
Clean Juice, McHenry Row, 1702 Whetstone Way
(443) 438-4669
Vegetarian/Juice Bar. Serves only 100% USDA certified organic produce in each of their options, including various açaí bowls, smoothies, and juices. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC/AMX/DISC, $-$$
Gangster Vegan, Cross Street Market, 1065 S. Charles St.
www.facebook.com/gangstervegancrossstmarket
Vegan/Juice Bar. Gangster Vegan Organics is located at stall 144 in Cross Street. GVO likes to keep it raw, so of course there’s juice blends, smoothies, and salads! But why stop there? Get the Dirty South BBQ bowl, with roasted beets and marinated mushrooms. Or maybe try the ODB burger or the Ante Up sandwich. If you have a nut allergy you may need to ask, but if you’re gluten or soy-free, just know that they are too! Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner. Counter service, fresh juices, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC/AMX/DISC, $-$$
Pure Raw Juice, 1401 Riverside Ave.
(410) 659-5928
Vegetarian/Juice Bar. Serves organic and raw foods, fresh juices and smoothies. The menu is almost entirely vegan, apart from some choices which do contain honey. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.Counter Service, vegan options, juices, take-out, $-$$
Zaatar, 1019 S. Charles
St.
(443) 873-7463
Middle Eastern. Veggie options are marked on their menu. Creative appetizers include falafel, grape leaves, Veggie Kibbeh (stuffed pumpkin, bulgur, and almond fritters), spinach pie, Mohamarah (walnuts, pistachios, tomato, onion, and bread), Foul Dip (fava bean dip), and tabbouleh. They also offer falafel and hummus sandwiches, Mujadara (rice and lentil dish), veggie kababs, and more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Take-out, catering, $
HARBORPLACE EAST/HARBOR POINT
L’eau de Vie Organic Brasserie, 803 S.
Caroline St.
(443) 759-8758
www.facebook.com/cornerjuicebar/?rf=1566444343582948
Vegan/Organic. This welcoming, friendly, and open environment has a very laid-back feel. The food is all organic and homemade with many gluten free options. Dishes include snacks and sides, entrée salads, Paninis, sandwiches, and seasonal dishes. With an entire wall of windows, it feels very open and light as you chow down. Outside seating available. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Full Service, fresh juices, espresso, beer/wine/ alcohol, take-out, catering, delivery, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$
Plant Bar, 1308 Point St. and 3700 Toone St.
Vegetarian/Juice Bar. Raw, gluten-free, and mostly vegan food and drinks. Purchase either an already-designed juice combination or create your own from nine fruits and vegetables, from grapefruit to celery. For an additional 50 cents each, include add-ons such as mint, ginger, or jalapenos. You can also purchase a “super food smoothie” or an “acia power bowl. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and early dinner. Counter service, fresh juices, VISA/MC/DISC, $
MT. VERNON/ CULTURAL DISTRICT
Land of Kush, 840 N. Eutaw St.
(410) 225-5874
Vegan/Soul food. Near Maryland General Hospital, The Land of Kush offers delicious soul food that is vegan! Enjoy Curry Chikun, BBQ Rib Tips, Greens, Chick-un salad, or Live Kale. Sunday brunch also includes blueberry pancakes, seitan scramble, potatoes, and vegan sausage. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, take-out, catering, VISA/MC, $-$$.
Refocused Vegan, 429 N. Eutaw St.
www.facebook.com/RefocusedVegan
Vegan. Refocused Vegan aims to change up the narrative that says “Vegan food can’t be delicious”. With vegan takes on classic comfort foods, from burgers, vegan “chicken” fingers, mac ‘n’ cheese, and many more, Refocused Vegan is the perfect place to indulge your cravings. Open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Limited service, take-out, vegan options, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
Thai Landing, 1207 N. Charles St.
(410) 727-1234
Thai. Near the University of Baltimore. Offers separate vegetarian menu with many creative vegan options. Open daily for dinner and lunch Monday-Friday. Full service, VISA/MC, $$-$$$
The Grub Factory, 1210 N. Charles St.
(443) 602-7018
Vegan/Soul food. Near the University of Baltimore, The Grub Factory’s motto is “Whatever you like, we can do it vegan!” In a relaxed atmosphere, they offer cashew cream smoothies, vegan chicken boxes, French toast, tacos, and more! Open Monday through Friday for breakfast, lunch and early dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Counter service, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$.
Red Emma’s, 1225 Cathedral St.
(443) 602-7611
www.redemmas.org
Vegetarian. After you’ve browsed the anarchist literature downstairs, relax upstairs with a cup of tea or wine and a vegan dessert. Red Emma’s menu also includes Bahn Mi Chay sandwich, vegan mac’ n cheese, tempeh BLT, Beyond Burger sliders, falafel salad, soup, and more. Free Wi-Fi is available. Located next door to the Theater Project and across the street from the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Open Tuesday through Saturday for brunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Closed Monday. Full service, take-out, vegan options, VISA/MC, $
CHARLES VILLAGE/STATION NORTH
Green House Juice Café,2431 St. Paul St.
(410) 366-2441
www.facebook.com/grindhousejuicebar
Vegan Juice Bar. Enjoy fresh juices, smoothies, salads, sandwiches, and platters. Open Monday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Closed Sunday. Counter service, fresh juices, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
FELLS POINT
Johnny Rad’s, 2108 Eastern Ave.
(443) 759-6464
Pizzeria. You’ll find vegan pizza options at this pizzeria/tavern including vegan cheese and vegan “meat” alternatives. They also serve salads. Open Monday-Friday for dinner and Saturday-Sunday for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, outdoor seating, VISA/MC/AMEX/ DISC, $-$$
Liquid Earth, 1626 Aliceanna St.
(410) 276-6606
Vegetarian café. This quaint coffee and juice bar has daily specials including soups, salads, portabella mushroom sandwiches, and a veggie Reuben. Don’t forget to try the triple layer vegan chocolate cake! Hours are seasonal. Call ahead. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, take-out, $-$$
HAMPDEN AND NORTH BALTIMORE CITY
Cinnaholic, The Rotunda, 727 W 40th St., Ste. 137
(443) 449-7300
Vegan. They serve vegan cinnamon buns with various frostings and toppings. Open daily. Counter service, take-out, $-$$
Golden West Café,1105 W. 36th St.
(410) 889-8891
Eclectic. Breakfast and brunch features vegan French toast, burritos, and more. For lunch and dinner try BBQ Un-Chicken, The Riblet, the Vegan Burrito, Vegan Tacos, etc. Open Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday-Sunday for brunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, $$
Harmony Bakery, 3446 Chestnut Ave.
(410) 235-3870
Vegan. They serve vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free baked goods such as sticky buns, donuts, savory tarts, etc. The owners owned Puffins in Pikesville and have had a booth at the Waverly Farmer’s Market. Open Tuesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Closed Monday. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, $-$$
Naked Lunch Café, 711 W. 40th St.
(410) 494-6658
Vegetarian. Located in Mom’s Organic Market. Enjoy veggie bowls
and soup. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Counter service, fresh juices, vegan options, take-out, $
One World Café, 100 W. University Pkwy.
(410) 235-5777
Natural Foods. Mostly vegetarian restaurant located near Johns Hopkins University. Soups are prepared daily and smoothies are made with real fruit. Sample dishes include Tempeh Reuben, Philly Steakless Sub, Thai Vegetable Tempeh Stir-fry, and Tandoori Tofu. Vegan specials and baked goods. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer/alcohol, outdoor seating, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$-$$$
Stall 11,R House, 301 W. 29th St.
(443) 681-1911
Vegan. Stall 11 is located inside R House (a European style food hall). The goal of Stall 11 is to provide sustainable plant based foods. Many ingredients are sourced from local biodynamic farms. Stall 11 advertises that it will do a veggie spin on traditional “street foods” from around the world such as Korean BBQ Cauliflower, Loaded Mac ‘N Cheeze, and Funghi Philly. They also offer fresh juices and smoothies. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Counter service, vegan options, fresh juices, take-out, $$
HARFORD RD (BALTIMORE CITY)
Donut Alliance, 4311 Harford Rd.
(410) 627-4597
www.facebook.com/donutalliance
Vegan/Donuts. Enjoy gorgeous vegan donuts. Open Friday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday through Thursday. Counter service, vegan options, VISA/MC/AMEX, $
Farm to Face Café, 4607 Harford Rd.
(443) 438-5559
Vegetarian. Best known for their falafel, Farm to Face is a vegetarian restaurant that is able to make every meal vegan. They also serve sandwiches, soups, and salads. With a great atmosphere that prioritizes locally sourced and organic produce, Open Wednes-day through Sunday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Limited service, vegan options, VISA/MC/AMEX/ DISC, $-$$
PIG TOWN
The Greener Kitchen, 803 Washington Blvd.
(410) 929-3706
Vegan. Their goal is to make healthy vegan substitutes accessible to and affordable for the general public. They want to decrease the gap of health disparities amongst the affluent and the impoverished by providing healthy, cheap food to a less than fortunate area. With a fun and creative menu, they are sure to please all looking for a vegan twist on classic deli foods such as a Baltimore-style cheesesteak sandwich, BBQ Pulled “Pork” sandwich, deli salads, Buffalo wings, etc. They do special events that cater to all such as vegan chicken and waffles night. Open Wednesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday through Tuesday. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $
CLARKSVILLE (20 minutes South of Baltimore)
Great Sage, 5809 Clarksville Sq. Dr.
(443) 535-9400
Vegan. For lunch, try one of several wraps and sandwiches. Dinner selections include Thai Panang Curry Rice Noodles, New Mexico Black Bean Burger, and Maryland “Crab” Cake. The Hot Fudge Lava Cake à la mode is a great way to end your dining experience! Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, beer/wine, fresh juices, Sunday brunch, VISA/MC/AMEX/ DISC/DC, $$$
You can find more restaurants in Maryland, as well as the entire USA and Canada here: https://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php
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