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):

Avocadamama, 5240 NE 42nd Ave., Portland, OR 97218

Avocadamama is a fully-vegan food truck offering an array of creative mac & cheese dishes. The menu includes Buffalo Cauliflower Mac, Shredded BBQ Jackfruit Mac, and even a sampler if you can’t decide between the variety of options. Be sure to try their OG Mac, which features their original cheese sauce over rigatoni and topped with breadcrumbs.

Awesome Bites Co., 20819 Bighorn Valley Ln., Houston, TX  77007

Awesome Bites Co. is an all-vegan bakery that’s perfect for any Houstonian with a sweet tooth! Everything on their menu is free of animal products, soy, and nuts, with ample gluten free options also available. Items such as their N’ice cream, muffins, and donuts are particularly popular. Be sure to check out their Instagram (@awesomebitesco) to keep up with their latest flavor offerings and seasonal sweets!

Ditto!, 11150 Northeast Weidler St. Portland, OR 97220

Ditto! is a food truck that specializes in grilled cheese sandwiches served with crispy potato chips and a pickle spear. Diners can opt for a classic comfort food combination of the three-cheese Teddy sandwich with a side of tomato soup, choose one of the kitchen’s specialty flavors, or build their own combination. Gluten-free bread is available for a modest upcharge. While seating is not provided, Ditto!’s location next to vegan coffee shop Jet Black means diners who wish to eat on-site can order drinks there and are welcome to dine at their tables. Located in the same complex as vegan grocery store Food Fight.

Next Level Clucker, 11 South State St., Lake Oswego, OR 97034 and 450 Rhode Island St., San Francisco, CA 94107

This entirely vegan chicken restaurant offers a variety of delectable choices such as fried chicken sandwiches and chicken wings, along with five different kinds of fries! Be sure to try a non-dairy shake—standout flavors include the Orange Cream CluckShake and the Peanut Butter Cup CluckShake. Diners can find this eatery within the Next Level Burger restaurant at Whole Foods Market.

Skinny Buddha, 159 Lexington Ave., Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Skinny Buddha is the perfect quick-stop for a healthy snack or meal. In the mood for something light? Try the Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, the Baby Buddha Beet Salad Bowl, or the Carrot Ginger Soup. Heavier options include the Mediterranean Burger and the General Tsao’s Cauliflower Bowl. Don’t forget a Raw Oreo or a Mini Chocolate Cupcake on the way out! Additional catering menu also available.

Un•Cooked, 210 N. Carpenter St., Chicago, IL 60607 and 1616 North Damen, Chicago, IL 60647

Un•Cooked is a grab-and-go restaurant that offers a range of raw plant-based whole food juices, smoothies, entrées, and desserts, as well as coffee drinks. Popular dishes include the watermelon radish ravioli, sushi, cacio e pepe, and assorted cakes for dessert. The full menu is free of gluten and refined sugars.

Unsoul Food, 839 Poplar St., Philadelphia, PA 19130

“Home of Philadelphia’s favorite vegan mac n cheese,” you are sure to satisfy your hunger with delicious, cruelty-free meals that use Beyond meat and Seitan in their dishes. Check out the Personal Mac (a house favorite), Beyond Cheesesteak, and UnChick’N Waffles!