The Vegetarian Resource Group maintains an online Guide to Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in the USA and Canada. Here are some recent vegan restaurant additions. The entire guide can be found here: http://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php

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Here are some new additions to VRG’s guide (Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic many are doing take-out and/or delivery now):

Dirty Lettuce, 5240 NE 42nd Ave., Portland, OR 97218

If you’re looking for some vegan, Cajun-flavored comfort food stop by Dirty Lettuce and bring your non-vegan friends for some fried chicken that “honestly can’t be put into words.” Also enjoy Southern Style Greens, Mac and Cheez, Southern Fried Cauliflower Bites. There’s often a line but the food is well worth the wait!

Dutch’s Cakes and Cones, 2 Prospect St., Pawcatuck, CT 06379

If you’re looking for 100% vegan, delicious, and unique desserts, make sure to drop by Dutch’s to try their mouthwatering specialty cupcakes and soft serve ice creams. There are endless opportunities to customize the sweet treats to your preferences. The waffle cones alone come in every imaginable flavor, ranging from dark chocolate to pumpkin spice, and all the ice creams have unlimited toppings! The cupcakes also come in a wide range of flavors, with some of the staples being triple chocolate peanut butter and cinnamon apple pie. These treats are perfect for any gathering, and with the online ordering and catering and delivery, it is ultra-quick and simple.

Glowing Juices, 1557 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026

Glowing Juices is making everything from juices, smoothie bowls, sandwiches, salads, and more. You may want to try the Italian Sandwich made with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, vegan Italian salami, basil aioli, and more or The Reuben, a sandwich stuffed with tempeh, vegan cheese, pickled cabbage, Russian dressing on rye bread. Glowing Juices is a great place if you’re looking to eat healthy, replenish after a workout, or just enjoy great food.

Plant Joy, 5622 Wyandotte St. E., Windsor, ON N8S 1M1 Canada

Stop by Plant Joy and step into a whole new world full of tasty vegan donuts! From basic glazed to decadent maple bacon, the flavors are endless. What are you waiting for? Grab a friend and in the words of Plant Joy owner Jordynne Ropat, “treat yo self!”

Project Pollo, 723 Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78215

Project Pollo’s mission is to give vegans the chicken hut experience in San Antonio, Texas. You can still enjoy the taste of a spicy chicken burger while having it completely plant-based. Project Pollo has anything from buffalo chicken strips to a Pico de Pollo to a Chipotle Chicken Wrap. The majority of their items are loaded with spices and flavor to enhance the closeness of chicken to their burgers and strips. You can of course get French fries for the side!

Shelter Lounge, 4910 Leary Ave. NW, Seattle, WA 98107

Head to Shelter Lounge for incredible vegan food and drinks! First try out the Basil Cucumber Fizz cocktail or the Margarita of the Week, then grab the PB & J Jalapeño Poppers, Brie Burger, and Cubano sandwich. Everything is fresh and modern, offering such a wide variety of options for vegans and non-vegans alike. Look out for a brunch menu coming soon!

Underground Vegan, 3439 Lorna Ln., Hoover, AL 35216

Underground Vegan is committed to serving sustainable food to the community and operating in an environmentally-friendly way. Cooking out of a food truck, this restaurant is serving up items like the Rancho, a homemade vegan “chickun” patty on a pretzel bun with ranch and other toppings, and Shrimp Po Boys lathered with special sauce and more. Underground Vegan is adding to Alabama’s lively food scene by aiming to stay innovative and seasonal.

Vida’s, 24 Northwest Blvd., Columbus, OH 43212

This innovative restaurant – an entirely vegan butcher shop – makes a great lunch and dinner stop for both vegans and nonvegans. The menu consists of various deli-style sandwiches, such as smoked ham, corned beef, and sausage. Aside from their plant-based meats, Vida’s offers a wide variety of house-made cheeses – from cheddar to smoked Gouda. Sandwiches can be eaten inside the shop or on the surrounding patio.

Viridis Café, 1506 East Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203

A minutes’ walk from the Monongahela River, grab breakfast or lunch from Viridis and eat with a view. Food options range from pastries such as the Glazed Brioche Doughnut, to sandwiches such as the Seitan Club. Viridis takes a vegan approach to American classics with the Biscuits and Cashew White Gravy, the Lobster (Mushroom) Roll, and the Chick’un Salad Sandwich. Drink options include numerous espresso drinks – cappuccino, Americano, latte, etc. – as well as hot or iced tea.