Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada

California

Agoura Hills Alamo Albany Altadena Anaheim Antioch Aptos Arcadia Arcata Artesia Belmont Berkeley Beverly Hills Blackhawk Bonita Brea Burbank Burlingame Calabasas Campbell Canoga Park Capitola Carlsbad Carmichael Cerritos Chatsworth Chico Chino Colton Concord Corona del Mar Corte Madera Costa Mesa Culver City Cupertino Danville Davis East Los Angeles El Segundo Elk Grove Encinitas Escondido Eureka Folsom Fountain Valley Frazier Park Fremont Fresno Fullerton Garberville Garden Grove Glendale Glendora Goleta Grass Valley Hacienda Heights Half Moon Bay Hayward Hesperia Huntington Beach Inglewood Irvine Joshua Tree La Jolla La Mesa Laguna Beach Laguna Woods Lake Forest Larkspur Lawndale Loma Linda Long Beach Los Angeles Marina Del Rey Mariposa Martinez Meiner Oaks Mendocino Mill Valley Milpitas Modesto Monterey Monterey Park Montrose Moorpark Morgan Hill Morro Bay Mount Shasta Mountain View Nevada City Newark Newbury Park Newport Beach North Hollywood Oakland Oceanside Ojai Orange Pacific Grove Palm Springs Palo Alto Pasadena Paso Robles Pinole Pismo Beach Pleasant Hill Pleasanton Rancho Cucamonga Redlands Redondo Beach Redwood City Reseda Riverside Rocklin Rohnert Park Rowland Heights Sacramento Salinas San Bernardino San Bruno San Diego San Francisco San Jose San Luis Obispo San Mateo San Rafael Santa Ana Santa Barbara Santa Clara Santa Cruz Santa Monica Santa Rosa Santee Scotts Valley Sebastopol Sequoia National Park Sherman Oaks Signal Hill Solana Beach Soquel South El Monte South Lake Tahoe South San Francisco Stanton Studio City Sunnyvale Temecula Thousand Oaks Toluca Lake Topanga Canyon Torrance Tustin Upland Valencia Valley Village Van Nuys Venice Ventura Visalia Walnut Creek Watsonville West Covina West Hollywood Westlake Village Westminster Woodland Hills Yreka

Agoura Hills

··Ma-Kin Vegan Sushi & Izakaya

30313 Canwood St., Unit 34-35, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

818-699-6716

Vegan/Japanese. For those sushi-loving vegans who have been eager to add some more variety to the cucumber and avocado rolls, Ma-Kin Vegan Sushi has your solution. With a traditional bar area where you can watch the chefs prepare your food, Ma-Kin’s menu seems unrecognizable from that of a traditional sushi bar. The expected edamame and tempura appetizers and miso soup are offered, in addition to Japanese entrees such as orange chicken and shrimp and teriyaki. Using Vegan Zeastar (plant-based salmon) as well as plant-based shrimp, crab, and lobster, they are able to offer cut and hand rolls including spicy tuna, spicy crab, salmon avocado, and California—which you may choose to couple with a selection or two from their sake menu.

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Alamo

High Tech Burrito

120-A Alamo Plaza, Alamo, CA 94507

(925) 820-9006

Mexican. The food at High Tech Burrito is fast, fresh, and custom-made for each customer. There is no lard, trans fats, or MSG and vegetarian and vegan items are noted on the menu. Veggies or tofu can be substituted for meat on any menu selection. Try the Braised Tofu Burrito or Fresh Veggie Burrito.

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Albany

··Mr. Dewie's

1116 Solano Ave., Albany, CA 94706

(510) 225-9252

Vegan/ice cream parlor. On the corner of Solano and Kains Street, Mr. Dewie's sells a cashew-based ice cream that is non-dairy, gluten-free, and soy-free. With favorable reviews, Mr. Dewie's offers a wide range of flavors from the classic vanilla and chocolate to caramel almond crunch and chocolate orange. If you're not in the area, buy online or look at their website to see if Mr. Dewie's sells at your local natural grocer.

··Shangrila Buddha Organic Vegan Restaurant

755 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA 94706

510-529-4414

Vegan/Asian. Decision fatigue? No such worries in Shangrila. The menu is Chef’s choice. Diners receive a plate (choose Moderate or Full) containing each of the day’s offerings. Like variety? Shangrila Buddha changes their menu daily. One example of a day’s menu is: Green Lentil Mixed Veggie Soup, Long Grain Brown Rice, Baked Yam, Green Babocha Butternut Squash, Mung Bean w/ Onion and Carrot, Steamed Collard Greens and Kale with Mushroom Beet Onion Sauce and Green Mixed Salad with Lemon Juice Tahini Mint Dressing. While bean, veggie, grain, dressing, sauce, and preparation varieties rotate daily, the meals follow a similar structure. If you enjoy being decision-free, yet would still like a bit of agency, let loose a little by choosing your own WildDessert and Drink. Choices might include Key Lime, Coconut or Chocolate Pie. Drinks mean Kamboucha in flavors like Mango, Ginger Berry, Strawberry Mint, and Black Currant.

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Altadena

··Oh Happy Days Vegan Café & Grocery

2283 N. Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001

(626) 797-0383

Vegan café/natural foods store. Oh Happy Days Vegan Café & Grocery is a self-described "vegan homestyle restaurant" located inside an organic grocery store. Offering soups, salads, sandwiches, and entreés in an informal atmosphere, the menu is ever-changing and inexpensive. The store is small but includes bulk items like spices, herbs, and grains at great prices. John, the owner, is one of the biggest draws, along with the laid-back and friendly staff.

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Anaheim

Gateway To India

1188 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802

(714) 808-6777

Indian. This restaurant offers many vegetarian options. The menu includes Samosas, Pakoras, Chana Masala (chickpeas), Baingan Bharta (eggplant with tomatoes and onions), Aloo Gobi (cauliflower and potatoes) and traditional Indian breads.

Mother's Market & Kitchen

5759 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA 92807

(714) 974-6667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. Mother's menu is vegetarian, except for tuna. Located within a natural foods store, the restaurant offers a wide assortment of homestyle and organic meals including appetizers, salads, entrées, pastas, sandwiches, and ethnic and side dishes. A children's menu is also available.

·Thuyen Vien

1740 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, CA 92802

(714) 490-0242

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Thuyen Vien is an all-vegetarian restaurant with an extensive menu. Selections include banana flower tacos, Vietnamese veggie crepes, hot pot, nori rolls, vermicelli, and many mock meat dishes. For dessert, try the vegan flan. Thuyen Vien is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Vegan District Asian Eatery

1019 N Magnolia Ave, Unit C, Anaheim, CA 92801

714-820-6866

Vegan/Asian. With authentic Chinese flavors and a fully vegan menu with a long list of appetizers, soup, chef’s specials, main dishes, noodles, fried rice, sides, dessert, and drinks, there is certainly something for everyone to enjoy, whether or not you are vegan. Some favorite dishes include the BBQ Pork with imitation pork, sweet Chinese BBQ sauce, and sesame seed garnish, and the Szechuan Wontons with imitation meat, chili oil and savory sauce. Vegan District is just a 3-mile drive away from Fiesta Village Family Fun Park, by the corner of Barton Road and Mountain View Avenue.

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Antioch

··Go Vegan

2940 Delta Fair Blvd., Antioch, CA 94509

(925) 777-9117

Vegan/Asian. Located in a shopping center, this restaurant serves up Asian vegan dishes such as Spring Rolls, Pad Thai, and Vegan "Chicken" with Lemongrass and Chili.

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Aptos

Ambrosia

207 Sea Ridge Rd., Aptos, CA 95003

(831) 685-0610

Indian. Check out their separate vegan menu and dine on dishes including Veggie Tomato Soup; Vegan Butter Chicken; Vegan Tofu Tikka; Vegan Vegetable Korma; and Chana Masala (chickpea dish). You can also order a side of quinoa instead of rice! They are located near Santa Cruz.

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Arcadia

·White Springs Café

18 N. 1st Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006

626-538-4078

Vegetarian/Thai. White Springs Café has so many different options to choose from. They label their food very easily to identify ingredients which is helpful to customers. They have pineapple fried rice, cashew fried rice, garlic pepper vegan chicken, and eggplant stir-fry. They also provide party tray services for any event in which you may need.

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Arcata

·Wildflower Café & Bakery

1604 G St., Arcata, CA 95521

(707) 822-0360

Vegetarian/café/bakery. Wildflower features gourmet vegetarian and macrobiotic foods, using local organic fruits and vegetables when possible. Feast on the Nut Loaf Sandwich, West Indian Curry, Mushroom Stroganoff, or one of the many other vegetarian selections. The fresh-baked breads and sweets are excellent.

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Artesia

·Honest Restaurant

18600 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia, CA 90701

562-202-4488

Vegetarian/Indian. Enjoy Indian street food served fresh including samosas, bhel, papdi chaat, Indian style Bhakri pizza, as well as some South Indian dishes such as masala dosa and Indo-Chinese dishes such as gobi Manchurian dry and vegetable fried rice.

·Jay Bharat

18701 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia, CA 90701

(562) 924-3310

Vegetarian/Indian. Jay Bharat offers a menu of Gujarati, South Indian, and Punjabi dishes for very reasonable prices. Some to try include the Onion & Tomato Uttappa, Veggie Spring Dhosa, and Chili Paneer.

·Rajdhani

18525 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia, CA 90701

(562) 402-9102

Vegetarian/Indian. Rajdhani serves an all-you-can-eat meal family style. In the Ayurvedic tradition known as a “thali,” food is brought to the table and shared. Diners can choose to sample anything brought to the table and request more of any dish. The menu changes seasonally, so there are always fun new options to try. Gluten free, vegan, and Jain options are all available. Note they are closed between lunch and dinner so call ahead for hours.

·Rasraj Restaurant

18616 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia, CA 90701

562-809-3141

Vegetarian/Indian. Rasraj Restaurant is a casual dining restaurant offering traditional Indian and Indian fusion food, sweets, and snacks; all the stocks, sauces, breads, pastries, and ice cream are made from scratch daily. The hundreds of offerings include the following: Chat Corner, Thali, Desi Chinese, Dosa, Wraps & Frankies, North Indian, Snacks, Sizzlers, Roti/Bread, Sweets, Farsans, and Kulfi.

·Surati Farsan Mart Café

11814 186th St., Artesia, CA 90701

(562) 860-2310

Vegetarian/Indian. Located in Artesia’s Little India, Surati Farsan Mart Café features an extensive menu with unique items like chocolate dosas, traditional thali, and veggie burgers. The menu’s items are inspired by food from India’s west coast. Try idli, a soft rice-and lentil cake, or bhel puri, a mix of rice puffs, beans, potato, and onion with cilantro and spicy sweet seasoning. Staff are exceptionally friendly, so be sure to ask questions about menu items!

·Udupi Palace

18635 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia, CA 90701

(562) 860-1950

Vegetarian/Indian. Udupi Palace offers authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine. Their extensive menu includes Idly (steamed rice & lentil patties), Rasam (spicy soup), Uthappam (Indian pancakes), Thali, and Curries. But their specialty is Dosas (lentil crepes); in fact, they call themselves, "A Place for Dosas." Make sure to try their daily lunch buffet.

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Belmont

·Falafelle

1035 Ralston Ave., Belmont, CA 94002

650-729-1222

Vegetarian. Falafelle uses only fresh, homemade ingredients. Pita pockets, falafel container, falafel combo, dolma, hummus, house salad, vegan baklava, baba ghannouj, and a variety of other options are available on the menu. The falafels are soft and crunchy. For the price, the portions are also excellent. There is no seating, but the restaurant is close to a park with picnic tables

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Berkeley

··Cha-Ya

1686 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709

(510) 981-1213

Vegan/Japanese. Cha-Ya uses centuries-old cooking traditions to prepare their authentic Japanese meals. Menu items at this all-vegan restaurant include sushi rolls, noodle dishes, soups, salads, rice bowls, and desserts. This popular restaurant is located near the UC-Berkeley campus.

··Donut Farm

1312 Gilman St., Berkeley, CA 94706

Vegan/bakery/organic. See description under Oakland, CA

··Kaffa Ethiopian Cuisine

2987 Sacramento St., Berkeley, CA 94702

510-677-5822

Vegan/Ethiopian. Kaffa is an Ethiopian restaurant that serves vegan and gluten-free food. There are five main dishes to choose from, each varying in their use of split peas, mixed vegetables, spices, and kale. All dishes come with gluten-free injera. For smaller meals, they offer lentil or potato sambusas, along with teas, coffees, and yerba Mate. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and has an accessible restroom. Reservations accepted.

Long Life Vegi House

1725 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94703

(510) 845-6072

Chinese. Though Vegi House does serve a few fish dishes, its menu has more than 100 vegetarian entrées, including mock chicken, beef, or pork; tofu and vegetarian soups; and appetizers like Pot Stickers and Fresh Garlic Seaweed Salad. Even the pickiest of eaters should find something they like here! No MSG is used.

··Tane Vegan Izakaya

1956 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704

510-898-1514

Vegan/Japanese. Enjoy miso soup, poke salad, tempura, Shizen shiitake, ramen bowls, sushi, and more.

··The Butcher's Son

1941 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704

(510) 984-0818

Vegan/deli. The Butcher’s Son is a vegan delicatessen offering a wide variety of traditional deli foods with a vegan twist! Try a croissant for breakfast, or a bagel with toppings on the weekends. The lunch menu is complete with sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Some favorites include the Pulled Pork Sandwich and the Fried Mozzarella & Meatball on Garlic Bread.

·The Cheeseboard Collective Pizzeria

1512 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709

(610) 549-3183

Vegetarian/pizzeria. The pizzeria menu includes whole, half, and by-the-slice whole or par-bake pizzas, as well as a different 'Pizza of the Day'. Vegan pizza options include coconut and cashew based vegan cheese. In addition to all of the fresh baked taste for one's pallet, The Cheeseboard Collective also serves up live music for lunch and dinner.

·Udupi Palace

1903 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704

(510) 843-6600

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Artesia, CA.

Vital Vittles

2810 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, CA 94702

(510) 644-2022

Bakery/organic/kosher. This certified organic and kosher bakery offers breads that vary from 12 Grain to Sesame Millet.

Whole Foods Market

3000 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705

(510) 649-1333

Natural foods store/deli. You will find both vegetarian and vegan options in this deli.

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Beverly Hills

··Bodhi Kosher Thai

9198 W. Olympic Blvd. #3540, Beverly Hills, CA 90212

(310) 248-2777

Vegan/Thai. Located in sunny LA, Bodhi Kosher Thai offers an extensive and diverse array of colorful vegan Thai dishes. There are curry dishes, noodle dishes, and rice dishes to choose from, as well as salads, burgers, and wraps. It is easy to order online (on Yelp) and see what dishes others have liked that they have ordered. Bodhi Kosher Thai also offers a $10 lunch special—an entree of your choice served with salad, rice, and tofu, soy beef, or soy chicken.

··Chaumont Vegan

145 S. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212

(424) 335-0692

Vegan/bakery. Bringing French patisseries to the streets of Beverly Hills, Chaumont Vegan offers an array of vegan pastries and coffees perfect for grabbing on the way to work or to enjoy in the restaurants lavish dining area. From French sweet classics such as their pain au chocolat too their unique savory options like the jalapeño and cheese roll they can satisfy any craving. Don’t forget to grab a freshly squeezed juice or try creative coffees like their pear orange blossom latte when you visit!

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Blackhawk

High Tech Burrito

3452 Camino Tassajara, Blackhawk, CA 94506

(925) 736-7779

Mexican. See description under Alamo, CA.

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Bonita

·Everbowl

4374 Bonita Rd. #101, Bonita, CA 91902

619-513-1779

Vegetarian. Enjoy a wide variety of acai bowls and coffee.

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Brea

Mother's Market & Kitchen

413 S. Associated Rd., Brea, CA 92821

(714) 990-6667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA.

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Burbank

··Veggie Grill

4300 Riverside Dr., Burbank, CA 91505

(818) 588-4338

Vegan/American/fast food. See description under Carlsbad, CA.

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Burlingame

··Que SeRaw SeRaw

1160 Capuchino Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010

(650) 400-8590

Vegan/raw foods/organic. Need a quick bite to go? Then you've come to the right place! Que SeRaw SeRaw, a take-out restaurant only, offers healthy pre-packaged food that is vegan as well as wheat and gluten free. Some items not to be missed are the vegetable lasagna, mock tuna paté, and cream of celery soup. Desserts include cinnamon rolls with pine nut frosting, chocolate truffles, and blueberry scones. When Que SeRaw SeRaw is closed, you can purchase their food at Earthbeam Natural Foods which is next door.

··Twelvemonth

330 Lorton Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010

650-443-7111

Vegan. Twelvemonth’s menu reflects a myriad of culinary influences including Middle Eastern, Asian, Spanish, Mediterranean, Mexican and more. Strongly eco-minded, even their building aspires toward sustainability with solar panels and more. They source food locally and aim to keep waste to a minimum while creating inventive dishes. You might Start Dinner with roasted bets accompanied by house cultured yogurt, zhoug, (a spiced cilantro pesto) and zaatar (a gluten-free spice blend which includes coriander and cumin), or Cucumbers & Melons with green tahini dressing, mint and lime tajin (a citrus, salted chili sauce). Two of several Main Course possibilities are: Radish Cake, a steamed and griddled rice cake with shiitake, carrots, turnips, seasonal greens, chili crisp and soy saba (a gf vegan “fish”) or Crispy Maitake Mushrooms with pickles, whipped ranch, and hot nash seasoning, which traditionally imbues a sweet, hot, smoky flavor. Of the many imaginative Bar Bites, here are a couple: Candied Peanuts with Meyer lemon zest and togarashi, which is known for its toasty taste of sesame, ginger-orange sweet spice and the umami of seaweed, or the Gyro--“Black Sheep” Merguez “lamb” sausage spiced with a fennel cumin blend, served on a pita with tzatziki (a Greek yogurt sauce), salad greens and sumac onions. A couple of Desserts choices are coconut rice pudding with roasted strawberries, pickled rhubarb, coconut crunch and mint oil, or Malasadas (Portuguese fried donut-like confections popular in Hawaii) with chocolate ganache and seasonal jam.

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Calabasas

··Crossroads Kitchen

4776 Commons Way, Ste. A, Calabasas, CA 91302

747-230-4210

Vegan. Lunch fare includes a burger, pizza, salads, kabob plate, BLT, desserts, and more. For dinner enjoy salads, pizza, pasta, housemade Itanlian sausage, eggplant filet, desserts, and more. They also a 5-course or 7-course tasting menu as well. Weekend brunch items include appetizers, homemade pasta and pizza, salads, sides, and of course traditional breakfast dishes such as pancakes and waffles.

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Campbell

Royal Taj

1350 Camden Ave., Campbell, CA 95008

(408) 559-6801

Indian. Thirteen vegetarian specialties are available at this restaurant offering authentic Indian cuisine at five locations. Royal Taj also offers pakoras, samosas, dahl soup, salads, and many Indian breads.

Whole Foods Market

1690 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell, CA 95008

(408) 371-5000

Health foods store deli. Whole Foods offers a salad bar with more than 40 items, including sushi, quiche, and cakes. Also available are more than 30 salads, 20 desserts, and 20 sandwiches.

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Canoga Park

··Beleaf Café

6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Fc12, Canoga Park, CA 91303

909-757-7565

Vegan. Beleaf Café offers several healthy junk food options. Burgers are served on classic vegan buns with Impossible meat or Beleaf patties including the black bean burger, kale burger, and avocado burger. Baja-style food such as tacos and burritos are served with a house-made crunchy taco mix. Several sides are available on the menu including buffalo cauliflower wings, loaded fries, and nacho grande.

§··Follow Your Heart Natural Foods Market & Café

21825 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, CA 91303

(818) 348-3240

Vegan/natural foods store/café. This restaurant offers an excellent selection of vegan dishes including Nacho Fries, Baked Mac N' Cheese, Kale Salad, Stuffed Potatoes, Burgers, and Sandwiches. Main dish options include Pizza, Chicken Pot Pie, Vegetable Lasagna, Zorro Buritio, Spicy Tofu Enchiladas, and so much more. Beverages include juices, teas, and shakes. They also offer a full breakfast menu and weekend brunch, as well as a SOS menu.

··MANEATINGPLANT

Westfield Topanga Mall Food Hall, 6600 CA-27, Canoga Park, CA 91303

424-256-8736

Vegan/Asian. Having established a following as a mobile concept, via pop-ups, special events, and their refurbished school bus food truck, Olive the Magic Food Bus, MANEATINGPLANT has found a stationary home as a member of Topanga Social at the Westfield Topanga Mall. While they will continue their mobile presence, this location will provide a consistent place from which to offer their Pan-Asian menu, boasting items such as Garlic Noods, made with a garlic sauce, shallot jam, shiitake, Chinese broccoli, and pickled mustard greens, or their Musubi, a plant-based take on the Spam sandwich, made with house made cashew kewpie, rice, and nori.

··Vegan Foodie Bowl

9030 Owensmouth Ave., Canoga Park, CA 91304

747-288-9292

Vegan. Light, upbeat restaurant with smoothie bowls, pudding bowls, veggie bowls, soups, and more! A great place for light and healthy meals.

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Capitola

·Dharma's Restaurant

4250 Capitola Rd., Capitola, CA 95010

(831) 462-1717

Vegetarian/natural foods/organic. A smiling cow wearing dark sunglasses graces the front of Dharma's menu. This is followed by statistics on the number of rainforest acres and cows saved by eating Dharma's vegetarian burgers. No bull! This serious mission with a sense of humor and excellent food is a combination worth exploring. Dharma's offers a wide range of international vegetarian dishes, including Mexican, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai, in addition to the old American standbys, great muffins, and desserts. The majority of the food is organic.

New Beet Café & New Leaf Market

1210 41st Ave., Capitola, CA 95010

(831) 479-7987

Natural foods store/café/juice bar. Located inside New Leaf Market, New Beet Café offers rice plates, wraps, and salads. Their "Morning Scramble" is made with vegetables, tofu, roasted potatoes, and toast.

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Carlsbad

··Choice Juicery

430 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 994-0013

Vegan/juice bar/café. This juice bar offers many varieties of fresh juice, smoothies, and organic healthy food. The café features handmade wooden tables and an outdoor seating area. Try the “Coffee Buzz”, a smoothie with Almond milk, Cold Pressed Coffee, date, banana, and Cinnamon. All menu items are gluten-free, dairy-free, and plant based.

Jimbo's Naturally

1923 Calle Barcelona, Ste. 149, Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 334-7755

Natural foods store/deli. Jimbo's Naturally offers organic and natural foods. Their full-service deli includes a Salad Bar, Hot Case, and To-Go items. Soups are made-from-scratch and include vegetarian and vegan selections. They even offer a special menu of veggie sandwiches called Veg'wiches.

··The Plot Express

2956 Roosevelt St. #3, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Vegan. Dine on a Gyro Wrap, Cubano, chopped salad, Caesar salad, taco salad bowl, Harissa Chicken Shawarma, potato salad, truffle fries, and more.

··Veggie Grill

Palomar Place Center #100, 965 Palomar Airport Rd., Carlsbad, CA 92011

Vegan/American/fast food. The Veggie Grill serves classic American fast food that is completely vegan. There are so many delicious items to choose from including All Hail Kale Salad, Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' Sandwich, Papa's Portobello, and "Bean Me Up" Chili. At the Veggie Grill, enjoy hearty fare at inexpensive prices.

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Carmichael

El Papagayo

5804 Marconi Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608

(916) 487-7742

Mexican/Tex-Mex. El Papagayo is a Mexican restaurant with an extensive dedicated vegan menu. Create your own two item combo plate with tamales, tacos, or enchiladas, or try a specialty plate such as fajitas or mole. You can also get items a la carte, like their burritos or chimichangas (wet or dry). This would be a great place to take friends and family who are reluctant to go to an all-vegan restaurant but might be willing to sample some vegan options!

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Cerritos

·Vegi Wokery

11329 183rd St., Cerritos, CA 90703

(562) 809-3928

Vegetarian/Chinese. Vegi Wokery has more than 80 different menu items with prices that just can't be beat! Dishes include Lemon Grass Tofu Pot, Bean Curd Feast, Sautéed Mustard Greens with Sweet Peas, and Kung Pao Vegetarian Shrimp. With the exception of one dish that contains whey (& noted as such on the menu), Vegi Wokery is completely vegan. Please note that they are closed between lunch and dinner so call ahead for hours. The restaurant is located inside the Cerritos Triangle Center. Cash only.

··Vinh Loi Tofu

11818 South St. #101, Cerritos, CA 90703

(562) 403-3388

Vegan/Vietnamese. Enjoy pho, curry soup, spring rolls, udon noodles stir-fried with bbq "duck," cold noodle salad, and more.

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Chatsworth

·Woodlands

9840 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Ste. A, Chatsworth, CA 91311

(818) 998-3031

Vegetarian/Indian. Woodlands specializes in pure vegetarian South Indian cuisine. They have an extensive menu along with a weekday lunch buffet and weekend brunch buffet. Make sure to stop by on a Wednesday evening for "Unlimited Dosa Night." Woodlands is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

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Chico

Chico Natural Foods

818 Main St., Chico, CA 95928

(530) 891-1713

Natural foods store. In addition to a selection of local organic produce, vegetarian grocery items, and organic beer and wine, vegetarian and vegan sandwiches, burritos, wraps, salads and a vegetarian soup of the day are available in the refrigerator case. Limited outside seating is available.

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Chino

··House of Fortune

13788 Roswell Ave. #101, Chino, CA 91710

909-517-2988

Vegan/Chinese. Looking at the expansive menu of House of Fortune, you would be hard-pressed to distinguish this restaurant’s offerings from those of a “traditional” Chinese restaurant. From their starters such as the Szechuan Wontons in a savory sauce with chili oil and cilantro to their variety of soups including the Winter Melon Meatball Soup, to the hot pot offerings and the entrees including Mongolian Pork, General Tso Chicken (the chicken being battered button mushrooms), and Peking Duck, to the dumplings and buns, the options seem unlimited. Make sure to round out the meal with dessert—a slice of cheesecake perhaps—and one of their many tea offerings, such as the iced jasmine milk tea, made with soy or almond milk, as well as the option to add Boba. Added bonuses: gluten-free options are noted on the menu, and the soy products are non-GMO.

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Colton

··Viva Vegan Tacos

299 W. Olive St., Ste. C, Colton, CA 92324

909-222-4881

Vegan/Mexican. With 3 Southern California locations and robust menus that include burritos, birria, tortas, and even fishless Baja tacos, Viva Vegan is the answer to anyone’s question about how to get authentic Mexican food as a vegan. With some variations in the menus and the experience at each location—noting that the Taqueria in Echo Park Eats offers take-out and delivery only—you will not be lacking in options in any case. You can go classic with the OG Burrito (made with a flour tortilla, pinto beans, rice, onion and cilantro, and your choice of protein), or spice it up with the Chilaquiles Burrito. And birria gets a new look, with dishes like the Birria Pizza (flour tortillas with vegan cheese, jackfruit birria, onion, and cilantro, served with a side of consommé) and the Birria Melt (jackfruit birria and vegan mozzarella on two slices of sourdough bread). Taco options include the Vampiro (corn tortilla, vegan cheese, choice of protein, with cilantro and onion topping) and the Oyster Mushroom (oyster mushroom carnitas with onion, cilantro, and avocado sauce). Protein options include Vegan Asada, Vegan Al Pastor, Birria, and Oyster Mushroom Carnitas. Whatever you end up choosing, Viva Vegan will remind you how delicious vegan living can be.

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Concord

··Next Level Burger

365 By Whole Foods Market, 2085 Diamond Blvd., Ste. 150, Concord, CA 94520

(925) 215-7779

Vegan/fast food. This fast food burger joint offers only vegan items including a wide variety of burgers, hot dogs, salads, sandwiches, sides, cold press juices, and shakes. They offer kid's meals as well.

Swagat Indian Cuisine

1901 Salvio St., Concord, CA 94520

(925) 685-2777

Indian. Swagat offers traditional northern and southern Indian dishes during its lunch buffet and for dinner. Try a Dal Curry (lentils made with spinach and tomatoes), Aloo Saag (spinach and potato cooked with mild spices), and Navratan Koorma (nine vegetables in a mild cream sauce). Reservations recommended. Swagat also hosts tango, swing, and social dance lessons in the evenings.

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Corona del Mar

Mayur

2931 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, CA 92625

(714) 675-6622

Indian. Mayur offers several vegetarian entrées, including vegetable jalfrezi, dahl, roasted eggplant, and creamed spinach with cheese.

·Zinc Café & Market

3222 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, CA 92625

(949) 719-9462

Vegetarian. Zinc Café offers soups, salads, and mini- and full-sized pizzas. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

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Corte Madera

·Amy's Drive Thru

5839 Paradise Dr., Corte Madera, CA 94925

Vegetarian/fast food. Enjoy veggie burgers, mac 'n cheese, burritos, pizza, salads, fries, non-dairy milk shakes, and much more. Vegan versions of almost every item are available! They also have gluten-free options. Organic ingredients are used. You can drive-thru and pick up your mail as well.

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Costa Mesa

Mother's Market & Kitchen

1890 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(949) 631-4741

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA.

··Nice Burger

615 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(901) GOV-EGAN

Vegan/Burger Joint. They have a huge variety of different vegan burger options such as the; “Nice Bacon Burger,” the “Cali Burger,” and the, “Mainlander.” Their unique twist of how a burger can be presented makes the vegans of Cali come back for more.

··Seabirds Kitchen

2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

(714) 549-2584

Vegan/eclectic. Seabirds Kitchen is a product of the wildly popular food truck by the same name. This completely plant-based restaurant features a menu with seasonal ingredients and creative mainstays. Choose from fun options like the Beer Battered Avocado Tacos or the Holy Smokes Bowl (with barbecue jackfruit). Brunch menu available on Sundays. Accepts reservations.

·The Water Brewery Kitchen & Elixir Bar

1125 Victoria S., Ste A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(714) 499-9977

Vegetarian. Vegan, gluten-free, and paleo options are available and clearly labeled. Nearly all ingredients are organic. The Bahn Mi Tacos and the Bodhi Bowl are popular menu items. Note: The menu changes almost daily so be sure to call ahead or check the website for updates.

··Vegan by El Zamorano

3011 Harbor Blvd. #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

657-247-5200

Vegan/Mexican. This taqueria and Mexican restaurant is affordable, authentic, and best of all, it’s fully vegan. Its purpose is to provide vegan Mexican cuisine to the community of Orange County, putting a new spin on traditional, well-loved foods. Everything is made fresh by experienced chefs. Choose from one of their many inexpensive tacos, such as the classic chorizo taco, or the more unique hibiscus taco. Also offered are a selection of burritos, tortas, quesadillas, and more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, including gluten-free and soy-free options.

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Culver City

·Annapurna Cuisine

10200 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

(310) 204-5500

Vegetarian/Indian. Serving fine Indian delicacies in a very enjoyable atmosphere, Annapurna Cuisine has an extensive menu. Prices are reasonable and a daily lunch buffet is offered. Enjoy free wireless Internet access and Broadway musicals displayed on giant plasma televisions while dining. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner Monday through Thursday, so please call ahead for hours.

··Hey Sunshine Kitchen

3863 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA 90232

310-360-3620

Vegan. They have everything from delicious bowls, hot sandwiches, tacos, salads, and desserts! The restaurant avoids genetically modified foods because of their adverse effects on health and the environment

··Monty's Good Burger

3849 Main St., Culver City, CA 90232

Vegan/Burger Joint. Monty’s features artisanal burgers made from locally sourced ingredients, house-made sauce, caramelized grilled onions, and the plant-based Impossible™ 2.0 Patty. Also enjoy Charlie's Chicken Sandwich, a variety of fries and tots, kale Caesar salad, shakes and floats, and more.

·Samosa House East

10700 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

(310) 559-6350

Vegetarian/Indian. Samosa House East is an entirely vegetarian Eastern Indian restaurant and market. After you have enjoyed your meatless meal, check out the Indian spices, sweets, teas, and much more in the store!

··The Grain Café

10032 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

310-876-0180

Vegan café. With an emphasis on natural, organic foods, and offering a diverse menu that includes pizza, crepes, and Mediterranean and Mexican dishes, there is something for everyone at The Grain Café. For those who really like to have options, you can select from The Grain Food, where you can mix and match from selections of veggies, grains/beans, plant proteins, and dressings/sauces to create a dish that is exactly what you want. Favorite crepes include the Chocolate Crepe made with chocolate mousse and strawberry and the Tropical Crepe, which includes mango, strawberries, kiwi, blackberries, and banana. You can even order a full-sized cake, choosing from flavors that include Tres Leche, Green Tea, and Berries & Almond. Considering all of these options as well as a robust beverage menu with lattes, teas, juices, and smoothies, you will want to make multiple trips to The Grain Café in order to try everything!

··Vegan Curry

10408 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

310-838-2130

Vegan/Indian. Vegan Curry is a vegan Indian restaurant with 2 locations in California. Both locations offer traditional Indian cuisine though the menu at the Los Angeles location is more extensive. Appetizers include pakora and samosa as well as Gobi Manchurian crispy cauliflower in sweet and sour sauce. The main menu offers tofu madras with coconut milk, daal tadka made with yellow lentils, and the chef’s special chana masala. Vegan desserts are available at the Los Angeles location and include Gajar Halwa with fresh carrots and cardamom as well as Sooji Halwa made with semolina and vegan ghee.

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Cupertino

Ike's Place

21000 Stevens Creek Blvd., Ste. 100, Cupertino, CA 95014

(408) 861-1000

Sandwich shop. Almost half the menu is vegan or can be made vegan upon request at Ike's Place. Strategically placed around universities in California, the eateries have a fun environment and appetizing food. Ike, the owner, is known for making frequent appearances in his rather comedic bow tie, handing out free t-shirts and giving away front-of-the-line passes to random customers. Humorous names are given to the sandwiches like Vegan Meatless Mike (vegan meatball sub), Vegan Ugly Owl (vegan chicken sandwich), and Vegan [Your Favorite Sesame Street Character] where you say your favorite like Grover, Elmo, or Big Bird, and they customize your sandwich to match the character.

Whole Foods Market

20955 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, CA 95014

(408) 257-7000

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Berkeley, CA.

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Danville

··Blossom and Root Kitchen

411 Hartz Ave., Danville, CA 94526

925-854-2059

Vegan. Enjoy their art-decorated main dining room, intimate semi-private room, and 2 outdoor dining areas. Featuring starters; small plates include (Crudites - local vegetables, whipped miso lemon dip, grilled sourdough, house-made seed and nut bread; Fritters – seasonal vegetables, chipotle glaze, sesame seeds, creamy herb dressing); salads (Mushroom Steak Salad - grilled maitake, little gems, radicchio, bleu cheese crumbles, watermelon radish, fennel, cherries, toasted sunflower seeds, fried onions, bleu cheese dressing); large plates (Masa Cake - mole verde, braised cannellini beans, charred corn, tomato salad; and Funghi Sando - crispy maitake, creamy slaw, pickled jalapenos, charred chili jam served with house potato salad). Has daily dessert specials and a menu for children under 8 years old. All dishes are free of gluten, sugar, nuts, and soy unless otherwise noted on the menu. Several dishes can be made gluten or nut free. Serves “dessert wines.”

Ike's Place

21 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA 94526

(925) 820-9500

Sandwich shop. See description under Cupertino, CA.

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Davis

·Three Ladies Café

130 G St., Ste. A, Davis, CA 95616

(530) 302-3434

Vegetarian café. Three Ladies café’s menu rotates seasonally. Their goal is to establish a welcoming environment for all, focusing on plant-based ingredients. Three Ladies Café is vegetarian, but there are plenty of vegan options! Try a healthy smoothie like the hungry caterpillar made with greens, mint, pineapple juice, coconut milk, and chia. Their protein powder is pea based. Breakfast options include overnight oats to fuel your morning. Be adventurous and try a smoothie made with avocado and mixed greens along with broccolini, house pickles, marinated chickpeas, and olive oil. The coffee obsessed will love the cold brew with cacao sauce and coconut milk. Look for updated menu changes and check out their events calendar for upcoming events! Outdoor seating available.

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East Los Angeles

··Malinalli Superfoods

4528 Whittier Blvd., East Los Angeles, CA 90022

323-685-2537

Vegan/Mexican. The theme is decidedly Aztec at Malinalli Superfoods, with numerous pieces of native art, and some attire for sale. The menu is focused on signature items such as the Quetzal Torta; the Hunab Ku Bowl; a few different salads with spring mix bases, fruits, seeds, and other ingredients; and a variety of fresh juices and smoothies. (According to reviews, some non-menu items including tacos, nachos, and burritos have also been served on occasion.) Located just east of Home of Peace Memorial Park and Mortuary (on the other side of 710).

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El Segundo

··Veggie Grill

720 South Allied Way, El Segundo, CA 90245

(310) 535-0025

Vegan/American/fast food. The Veggie Grill serves classic American fast food that is completely vegan. There are so many delicious items to choose from including All Hail Kale Salad, Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' Sandwich, Papa's Portobello, and "Bean Me Up" Chili. At the Veggie Grill, enjoy hearty fare at inexpensive prices. The El Segundo location is in the Plaza El Segundo.

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Elk Grove

··Loving Hut

8355 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95758

(916) 478-9590

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet.

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Encinitas

··Far West Lounge

470 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

(760) 452-4304

Vegan. The Far West Lounge is an all-vegan beer pub. Beyond beer, they also serve a variety of foods, such as vegan brats, burgers, and sausages, as well as simpler all-vegan bar snacks. You can even take home beer in a growler if you want!

Lotus Café & Juice Bar

765 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

(760) 479-1977

Natural foods/juice bar. Lotus Café & Juice Bar is very vegetarian-friendly with many vegan and gluten-free options as well. Enjoy Tempeh Tacos, Black Bean Enchiladas, or Yogi Bliss (tofu sautéed in ginger-soy sauce). Lotus Café is dedicated to serving fresh and natural foods at affordable prices, prepared with love, simplicity, and a joyful heart. The café in Encinitas is located in The Lumberyard.

··Plant Power Fast Food

411 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas, CA 92024

(760) 452-2352

Vegan/fast food. See description under San Diego, CA entry.

Swami's Café

1163 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

(760) 944-0612

Natural foods/juice bar. Swami's Café offers salads and a wide variety of entrées, including curried vegetables, black bean burritos, and mock meat dishes.

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Escondido

Jimbo's Naturally

1633 S. Centre City Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025

(760) 489-7755

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Carlsbad, CA.

··Phatties

242 W. Mission Ave., Ste. D, Escondido, CA 92025

(442) 286-7242

Vegan/Mexican. They offer appetizers, salads, burritos, taquitos, quesadillas, a taco bar, dessert, and a kids menu. Their tortillas are handmade and their Black Bean Tortilla Salad sounds great!

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Eureka

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Arcata.)

Gabriel's

216 E St., Eureka, CA 95501

(707) 445-0100

Italian. Gabriel’s, located in Old Town Eureka, serves spinach pies, vegetarian soups, salads, whole-wheat pizza, and various vegetarian entrées.

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Folsom

·Mantra

1870 Prairie City Rd., Ste. 500, Folsom, CA 95630

916-999-1749

Vegetarian/Indian. This Indian restasurant is vegetarian and has vegan options such as salads, pakoras, samosas, curries, dosas, uttappam, and more.

·Mylapore

1760 Prairie City Rd., Ste. 160, Folsom, CA 95630

(916) 985-3500

Vegetarian/Indian. Mylapore: Ethnic Indian Vegetarian Cuisine offers authentic South Indian food that is fresh and spiced just right. Mylapore is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

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Fountain Valley

·Au Lac Vegetarian Restaurant

16563 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708

(714) 418-0658

Vegetarian/Chinese/Vietnamese. Specializing in Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine along with living foods, Au Lac is almost completely vegan. Enjoy entrées such as Grilled Soy Seafood Noodles, Sweet & Sour "Chicken," and Tofu Eggplant Clay Pot. All dishes are prepared without eggs, wine, or MSG. Au Lac is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Reservations are recommended.

··The Sun Vegan

11743 Edinger Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708

(714) 617-5888

Vegan/Vietnamese. The Sun Vegan offers an all-vegan menu of Vietnamese cuisine. Outdoor seating is available.

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Frazier Park

·The Red Dot

3221 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park, CA 93225

661-245-4733

Vegetarian. The Red Dot Vegetarian Kitchen offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, adorned with decor from various cultures that reflect its global culinary inspiration. This restaurant reimagines traditional foods from around the world into inventive vegan dishes, such as their Beefless bulgogi or Golden Thali, delivering exceptional rich, delicious flavors. Whether you're stopping by for a quick, satisfying lunch while traveling along the highway or a local resident looking for a special meal close to home, The Red Dot provides a gourmet experience with plentiful options to choose from.

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Fremont

·Chaat Bhavan

5355 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94538

(510) 795-1100

Vegetarian/Indian. Chaat Bhavan is a very popular vegetarian restaurant serving authentic Southern Indian and Pakistani cuisines. They have a great abundance of vegan dishes including Bhel Poori, Aloo Gobi, Chana Masala, and Samosas. Most of their breads are whole wheat, and they also offer some gluten-free options. Their food is fairly priced and quite tasty. Outdoor seating is available, along with parking in their private lot.

·Chatpatta Corner

34751 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536

(510) 505-0400

Vegetarian/Indian. Chatpatta Corner offers very inexpensive, delicious, and entirely meatless Indian cuisine. They make different types of Chaat, Thalis, and Parathas. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, and the employees are very helpful and glad to assist customers. A private parking lot is available. Cash only.

·Dosa Hut

39180 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont, CA 94538

(510) 796-3672

Vegetarian/Indian. This casual restaurant offers a budget-friendly way to satisfy one’s craving for South Indian food. Its expansive menu offers vegan options, including idly, coconut rice, and the popular plain dosa. There are combo plate offerings for those cases of decision-paralysis. Conveniently located near the Cine Lounge movie theater, it makes date-night-planning a breeze.

·Dosa Place

41043 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538

(510) 651-3672

Vegetarian/Indian. Dosa Place is a small eatery with good South Indian vegetarian cuisine. In addition to the menu on the wall, food is set up in a buffet manner so that customers can self-serve. Popular items include their homemade Chutney, Masala Dosa, and Sambar. Dosa Place is located between Bay Street and Irvington Avenue.

·Go Chaatzz

39150 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont, CA 94538

(510) 794-9494

Vegetarian/Indian. This restaurant is almost all vegan but some dishes have dairy. Many items are also Jain and/or gluten-free. Their huge menu of Indian and Indian-inspired foods includes breakfast, appetizers, soups, chaats, curries, rice and noodles, breads, and desserts. They also offer Indo-Oriental Rice and Noodle entrees.

Kamakura Japanese Cuisine

3520 Fremont Ave N., Fremont, CA 98103

(206) 708-1234

Japanese. Kamakura Japanese Cuisine serves fish but has an extensive vegan menu of appetizers, nigiri, rolls, and entrees. The restaurant added a dedicated vegan sushi bar to minimize any risk of cross contamination. Vegan crab meat and vegan tuna are featured in several items including the Death by Crunch Roll, the Order First Think Later Roll with deep-fried asparagus, and the Welcome to Vegan World Roll. Spicy options are also available including the Jalaspicy Roll and the Vegan Spicy California Roll. More traditionally vegan options are also available including both creamy and chewy inari (deep-fried tofu pockets), avocado rolls, and vegetable tempura.

·Saravanaa Bhavan

3720 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94538

(510) 791-7755

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Sunnyvale, CA entry.

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Fresno

··La Jaca

700 Van Ness Ave., Fresno, CA 93721

559-835-5883

Vegan/Mexican. A family-owned business that started as a food truck and then opened its brick-and-mortar location. La Jacka offers vegan Mexican cuisine with jackfruit as a star ingredient. If you are new to vegan dining or just haven’t yet experienced the wonders of the jackfruit, a good place to start might be with their Cali Jack Burrito, made with beans, avocado, pico de gallo, vegan cheese and crema, chipotle, and a choice of jackfruit flavor (such as asada or chile verde). Too hungry to wait for lunch? Then grab the Breakfast Nacho, made with vegan nacho cheese and a tofu scramble with jackfruit, bell peppers, zucchini, beans and cheese. There are non-jackfruit options too, like the Shrimp Taco Combo and the Loaded Cheese Flautas, as well as a variety of refreshing drinks, including a Mango Fresca and a Vegan Horchata.

··Planet Vegan

7845 N. Palm Ave., Ste. 108, Fresno, CA 93711

559-691-7534

Vegan. Located at Park Place plaza, this former food truck turned brick-and-mortar restaurant specializes in burgers, but also offers vegan takes on other American fare, such as Sloppy Joes, “chicken” sandwiches, “chicken” nuggets, salads, and a few breakfast items. Online ordering is available.

··Plant Slayer

2405 Capitol St. #101, Fresno, CA 93721

559-262-7752

Vegan. Plant Slayer serves vegan comfort food including cheeseburgers, milkshakes, and fries. Popular burgers and sandwiches include the campfire burger made with plant-based beef, bacon, cheese, and onion rings served on a pretzel bun and the dipped chicken sandwich served with either BBQ or buffalo sauce on a brioche bun. Their animal fries are smothered in a sauce made with Thousand Island dressing, American cheese, and grilled onions. Ice cream and milkshakes are made with cassava-based ice cream and include specialty milkshakes and root beer floats.

··Raw Fresno

2405 Capitol St., Ste. 103, Fresno, CA 93721

(559) 250-5292

Vegan/raw foods. Tacos, wraps, veggie burgers, and salads made from fresh, local ingredients are just a few of the many offerings at Raw Fresno. There’s also fresh smoothies, blended drinks, and delicious desserts. Make sure to leave room for the brownie sandwich or the cheesecake!

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Fullerton

··Chicana Vegana

113 East Commonwealth, Fullerton, CA 92832

(714) 519-3380

Vegan. Inspired by California-based grub, Chicana Vegana provides you the ultimate comfort food without sacrificing the rich flavors found in typical street food. You can choose from several different options including street tacos, burritos, loaded nachos, fries, and burgers! Some of the delicious options on the menu are Mexgogi Street Taco, Cali Dreamin’ Burger n Fries, and crispyAnimaless fries. They also have tres leches cake to fulfill your sweet tooth!

·Green Bliss Café

305 N. Harbor Blvd., Ste. 103, Fullerton, CA 92832

(714) 773-0018

Vegetarian/organic/café/coffeehouse. Green Bliss Café is a bright eatery and coffeehouse featuring local and organic ingredients. Vegan selections include the Curried Chickpea Salad Panini and Green Bliss Salad. They also offer locally roasted coffee. Their blueberry muffin latte is highly recommended. Free Wi-Fi and outdoor seating are available. Green Bliss is located at the Villa Del Sol Shopping Center.

Rutabegorz

211 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832

(714) 738-9339

Natural foods/American. Specializing in homemade food, Rutabegorz provides ample portions to fill everyone's needs. Vegan and vegetarian options include a variety of burritos, pastas, veggie dishes, stew, sandwiches, wraps, daily soups, and salad bowls large enough to hold a Buick!

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Garberville

Woodrose Café

911 Redwood Dr., Garberville, CA 95542

(707) 923-3191

Natural foods. Woodrose Café's many vegetarian options contain cheese and eggs. Organic and local ingredients are used. Cash only.

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Garden Grove

·Hoa Sen Vegetarian Restaurant

12180 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, CA 92840

(714) 537-0077

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Hoa Sen is an all-vegetarian Vietnamese eatery. Enjoy soups, salads, vermicelli, claypots, rice dishes, and pho. Prices can't be beat!

··Hug Life

14241 Euclid St., Ste. C115, Garden Grove, CA 92627

(714) 760-4345

Vegan/ice cream parlor. All the ice cream is made in-house, and there's a great variety of flavors to choose from including the classics like chocolate, vanilla, and rocky road, to more unique flavors such as taro, Thai tea, and honeydew. Get it in a bowl, on a cone, by the pint, on a brownie, in a milkshake, in a float, or smashed between two cookies. They are open late into the evening.

··Loving Hut

12050 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840

(657) 233-5780

Vegan/Asian/American. See description under Fresno, CA entry.

··Thien Dang Vegan

14255 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, CA 92843

(714) 531-4888

Vegan/Vietnamese. Thien Dang Vegan offers affordable Vietnamese cuisine in a casual and laidback atmosphere. The star of their menu is certainly the Banh Mi sandwich with teriyaki “chicken” and fresh crisp veggies. Locals rave about it! They also serve a variety of hot dishes from a steam table, which can be mixed and matched with sides like rice, spring rolls, and soups.

··Vegan Pizza

12022 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840

(714) 750-8686

Vegan/pizzeria. Vegan Pizza is just what you'd expect from its name -- vegan pizza! They offer creative gourmet pies like the Barbecue Chik'un and Philly Cheez Steak pizzas. Sandwiches, calzones, pasta, and salads are also available. Vegan Pizza is located in Orange County.

··Vegan Stops

12563 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92840

714-561-0073

Vegan/Mediterranean. A family business that got its start in Orange County (California) farmer’s markets and maintains a strong presence there, Vegan Stops aims to prove that vegan food can taste great AND be healthy. With a menu that includes many gluten-free options, you can select from a variety of familiar Mediterranean dishes, from the bulgur and tomato pilaf to veggie-forward dishes including an eggplant casserole; roasted cauliflower (drizzled with a tahini sauce); and fava beans sautéed with a cilantro garlic mix. Their pumpkin squash stew is a hearty mix of pumpkin, chickpea, cilantro, tomato, and onion. They also offer falafel wraps and several hummus options, from a traditional baba ghanoush to a beet and pumpkin hummus to a habanero hummus—which you can enjoy with their white or whole wheat pita bread or baked pita chips. And based on customer feedback, Vegan Stops not only offers healthy, delicious food, but also an open, friendly welcome from its employees.

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Glendale

·Glendale Adventist Medical Center

1509 Wilson Terr., Glendale, CA 91206

(818) 409-8090

Vegetarian. The vegetarian menu changes daily.

··Yoga-Urt

Kenneth Village, 1407 W. Kenneth Rd., Glendale, CA 91201

818-545-3880

Vegan. Yoga-urt is a California-based soft serve and smoothie shop. The soft serve is made with a homemade almond cashew base, almonds, and organic ingredients, as well as probiotics. Smoothie pies, ice cream sandwiches, kombucha, coffee, tea, all organic, and gluten-free waffle cones are on the menu.

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Glendora

··Loving Hut

722 S Grand Ave., Glendora, CA 91740

626-387-9623

Vegan. Start with steamed dumplings or summer rolls, then move on to wonton soup. Also enjoy seared tofu with lemongrass, pad Thai, classic burger, dessert, and more.

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Goleta

·Backyard Bowls

5668 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117

(805) 770-2730

Vegetarian/fast food. Get a better life through better food! Backyard Bowls specializes in Acai Bowls (acai berry pulp blended with various other fruits into a seriously thick smoothie, topped with granola, fresh fruits, and an optional drizzle of honey) and real-food smoothies. They serve organic, local foods with no highly processed ingredients, chemicals, or high fructose corn syrup. Try the Ultimate Oatmeal Bowl (oats, home-made cashew milk, cinnamon, and raisins, topped with almonds, fresh fruit, and brown sugar or agave nectar) or the Hot Quinoa Bowl (quinoa, home-made cashew milk, cinnamon, and raisins, topped with walnuts, strawberries, blueberries, & agave nectar). Backyard Bowls in Goleta is located across from Trader Joe's and next door to Panino; it is near UCSB and Santa Barbara City College.

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Grass Valley

BriarPatch Co-op

290 Sierra College Dr., Ste. A, Grass Valley, CA 95945

(530) 272-5333

Natural foods store/deli. The BriarPatch Co-op is a natural foods store and deli that offers plenty of vegan options. Some of the vegan grocery items include butter alternatives, oat milk, rice shakes, almond milk yogurt, vegan cookies, and egg replacer. The deli also offers a wide selection of vegan options, including a daily vegan entrée, tofu scramble, fresh organic juices, vegan milkshakes and smoothies, and a vegetable wrap. BriarPatch also features a self-serve buffet.

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Hacienda Heights

··Garden Fresh Restaurant

16034 Gale Ave., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745

(626) 968-2279

Vegan/Chinese. This informal restaurant offers a wide range of dishes, including Kung Po Tofu, Spicy Tofu, Family Tofu (with broccoli, mushrooms, and cabbage), and Yuba with tomatoes, celery, mushrooms, or other vegetables. They offer lunch specials consisting of two to four items and a choice between white and brown rice, as well as special stir-fries for dinner.

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Half Moon Bay

New Leaf Market

150 San Mateo Rd., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

(650) 726-3110

Natural foods store. While dining outdoors, you can enjoy approximately 20 sandwiches, plus hot foods, cold deli salads, soups, and green salads.

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Hayward

·The Sweet Art of Cake

31101 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544

(510) 634-5377

Vegetarian/bakery. The Sweet Art of Cake is a vegetarian bakery and unlike most bakeries, they do not use any gelatin. They make all cakes and pastries from scratch -- no boxed mixes. Many vegan baked goods are available. Some vegan cake flavors include chocolate, banana, red velvet, ginger spice, vanilla, coconut, mocha, Italian cream, and Mexican hot chocolate. For advance orders, they are happy to accommodate special requests including customized vegan cakes. Please note they are available Mondays by appointment only.

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Hesperia

··Veganburg Hesperia

12699 Main St. #130, Hesperia, CA 92344

442-267-5332

Vegan/Burger Joint. Offers many different burger choices, such as their best seller “Smoky BBQ” (soy patty with smoky BBQ sauce and lettuce, tomato, vegan bacon, and onion rings in a warm, wholemeal bun) and “Shrooms Burg” (soy patty on lettuce with dairy-free cream sauce, button mushrooms, caramelized onion and zesty pepper on a wholemeal bun). Add-ons at an additional cost include avocado, and vegan bacon, cheese, or egg. Sides include “Seaweed Fries,” “Sizzlin’ Broccoli,” and “Smoked Vegan Sausages.”

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Huntington Beach

··Loving Hut Vegan Banh Mi

18358 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92648

(714) 916-0595

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer Vegan Banh Mi.

·MitAsie

7636 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647

(714) 847-5262

Vegetarian/Chinese/Vietnamese. Located in a shopping mall in Huntington Beach, this low-key and friendly restaurant offers all-vegetarian Vietnamese fare. Offering generous portions and over 60 options on the menu, MitAsie has something for everyone. Menu items include pho made with soy chicken, a soy beef plate, and BBQ spring rolls made with soy pork.

Mother's Market & Kitchen

19770 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92648

(714) 963-6667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA.

··Vegan Nirvana

7862 Warner Ave. Ste. 110, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

(714) 847-4080

Vegan/eclectic. Vegan Nirvana has a unique decor blending undersea and space themes. The menu includes a variety of wraps, salads, and mock seafood items. Try dishes like the Fish Tacos or Kingdom of God (stir-fried vegetables and tofu with rice). They also have a fun selection of lemonades and desserts. Located near the intersection of Warner Ave. and Beach Blvd. Closed between lunch and dinner, so call ahead for hours.

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Inglewood

··Stuff I Eat

114 N. Market St., Inglewood, CA 90301

(310) 671-0115

Vegan/natural foods/organic. The all-vegan Stuff I Eat is eco-friendly and uses organic ingredients whenever possible. They do not use refined sugar, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. Enjoy the Carrot Un-Tuna Salad Sandwich, Organic Wild & Black Rice Tacos, Enchilada Pie, or the very popular, Organic Soul Food Platter (yams, mac ‘n’ cheese, BBQ tofu, kale greens, black-eyed pea soup & mini cornbread muffin). Like they say, "If you don't want meat, try the Stuff I Eat!."

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Irvine

Mother's Market & Kitchen

2963 Michelson Dr., Irvine, CA 92612

(949) 752-6667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA.

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Joshua Tree

·Food For Thought Café

Joshua Tree Retreat Center, 59700 Twentynine Palms Hwy., Joshua Tree, CA 92252

760-469-9764

Vegetarian. Located in a historic building in the Joshua Tree Retreat Center, Food for Thought Café is a vibrant community hub dedicated to wellness and nourishment. This café has a menu filled with fresh, seasonal ingredients, offering an array of delicious vegan options that are similar to many traditional American breakfast and lunch foods. With dishes that are often updated to highlight the local produce, every visit can be a pleasant culinary surprise. The café also hosts engaging events, from their Wellness Wednesdays to art displays or yoga sessions, making it the ideal destination for those looking to enhance their overall well-being.

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La Jolla

··Green Door Café

7644 Girard Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037

858-291-8886

Vegan café. You get to choose from breakfast, salads, raw & soups, the main event, tapas & sides, and desserts, smoothies, and more. Some examples are Sambusa Trio (three sambusas, lentil, potato curry & spinach with sweet chili sauce), Red Velvet Pancakes (GF) (three dense blueberry filled cakes, topped with cashew cream sauce, fruit compote & seasonal fresh berries, organic agave & powdered sugar), and Vegan ‘Caesar Pleaser’ (GF) (locally sourced romaine lettuce tossed in a fresh cashew & almond based dressing, topped with pepita parmesan & gluten free croutons served with gluten free coconut buttered bread). They are located next to South La Jolla State Marine Reserve.

··Plant Power Fast Food

UCSD, 9685 Scholars Dr. N., Ste. Ct0121, La Jolla, CA 92093

858-777-2054

Vegan/fast food. See description under Costa Mesa, CA entry.

··Sipz Vegetarian Kitchen

613 Pearl St., La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 732-0034

Vegan/Asian. Customer favorites include the Crab Rangoon, Tangy Orange Bowl, Spicy Basil Bowl, and Chow Mein. Those looking for some spice should try the Japanese Fire Noodelz, a bowl that combines udon noodles, pan fried vegetables, and their very own Chef’s spicy house sauce. Save room for dessert and try any one of their Ube desserts. This vegetable gives their cakes, cupcakes, and cheesecakes a beautiful purple color that looks as good as it tastes!

··Trilogy

7650 Girard Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 633-3893

Vegan café/organic. Trilogy is a vegan cafe located in a yoga studio. After you’ve found your Zen, stop by this rooftop sanctuary for organic vegan fare. The cafe offers a variety of smoothies, bowls, and juices. If you want something a little heartier, try one of their wraps, salads, or burgers! They also have a full breakfast menu including a savory crepe plate or a coconut yogurt parfait. Indulge one of their raw desserts such as “Majestic”, a carrot cake with lemon cashew filling, as you enjoy the view of the ocean!

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La Mesa

Casa de Pico

5500 Grossmont Center Dr., La Mesa, CA 91942

(619) 463-3267

Mexican. Located LaMesa's Grossmont Center, Casa de Pico offers many vegetarian options. A special menu for the health-conscious lists foods low in salt, fat, and cholesterol. Enjoy live mariachi music nightly on an open-air patio.

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Laguna Beach

Taco Loco

640 S Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, CA 92651

(949) 497-1635

Mexican. This taco establishment offers many vegan options including blackened mushroom tofu burgers, tempeh tacos, taco salad with mushrooms and tofu, hemp brownies, vegan chocolate chip cookie, and more. They have tables outside.

·Zinc Café & Market

350 Ocean Ave., Laguna Beach, CA 92651

(949) 494-6302

Vegetarian. See description under Corona del Mar.

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Laguna Woods

Mother's Market & Kitchen

24165 Paseo de Valencia, Laguna Woods, CA 92653

(949) 768-6667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA.

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Lake Forest

··Mitasie Café

22722 Lambert St., #1704, Lake Forest, CA 92630

(949) 446-6563

Vegan. Mitasie Café is all-vegan, with options from all over. The prices are reasonable and the menu is extensive. Get kung-pao soy chicken, vegan pho, vegan pad Thai, and more. With flavors from across East Asia and beyond, there may be something for everyone here.

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Larkspur

··Frankie & Jo's

Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Cir., Larkspur, CA 94939

Vegan. Their ice cream is mostly made from sprouted cashews, but also sometimes includes coconut milk. They offer a variety of unique, vegan and gluten-free flavors for their 'everyday ice creams', such as Chocolate Date, Frankie's Brown Sugar, Salty Caramel Ash, Tahini Chocolate, Gingered Golden Milk, Chocolate Mint Brownie, and California Cabin. In addition to these flavors offered year-round, Frankie & Jo's also offers a seasonal menu of ice cream flavors and an 'every day' Beet Strawberry Rose sorbet. Their maple-vanilla waffle cones are also vegan and gluten-free.

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Lawndale

··OrVeganic

16200 Hawthorne Blvd. #E, Lawndale, CA 90260

424-308-5222

Vegan. Mouth-watering options include the Billy Jack Bow, which is a blend of adzuki beans, black beans, navy beans, green lentils, and Indian moong dal slow cooked with black pepper corns and local farmers market vegetables. The dish is then topped with their heirloom Oaxacan salsa, jackfruit, raw avocado seed guacamole cabbage, crushed corn tortilla chips, and drizzled with chardonnay cheddar cheese Mealk dressing plus sprinkled red pepper flakes. It is served with (3) three ingredient corn tortillas. Another sample dish is Kettle Ballz, which consists of organic oat groat, buckwheat groat, amaranth groat, organic fresh roasted peanut, heirloom jungle raised peanut, medjool date, sunflower seed, hemp seed, chia seed, organic fresh-tapped maple, organic Ceylon cinnamon, organic real vanilla extract, and Himalayan pink sea salt.

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Loma Linda

··Vegan District Asian Eatery

25805 Barton Rd., #105A, Loma Linda, CA 92354

909-894-4919

Vegan/Asian. With authentic Chinese flavors and a fully vegan menu with a long list of appetizers, soup, chef’s specials, main dishes, noodles, fried rice, sides, dessert, and drinks, there is certainly something for everyone to enjoy, whether or not you are vegan. Some favorite dishes include the BBQ Pork with imitation pork, sweet Chinese BBQ sauce, and sesame seed garnish, and the Szechuan Wontons with imitation meat, chili oil and savory sauce. Vegan District is just a 3-mile drive away from Fiesta Village Family Fun Park, by the corner of Barton Road and Mountain View Avenue.

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Long Beach

·Appu's Café

3816 Woodruff Ave., Long Beach, CA 90808

Vegetarian. Appu's Cafe is an Indo-Mexican restaurant. This fusion stop is a must for vegetarians, offering a variety of soups, Paninis, salads, quesadillas, smoothies, and many more options. They are a kid-friendly establishment.

··Devi’s Donuts

3600 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90804

(562) 343-5802

Vegan/donuts. Menu includes many sweet flavors of 100% vegan donuts and also cinnamon rolls.

Gypsy's Mediterranean Grill

21 S. 39th Pl., Long Beach, CA 90803

(562) 433-8850

Mediterranean. Gypsy's Mediterranean Grill is located just a flew blocks from the shore near the Belmont Pier. Enjoy classic Mediterranean dishes in the cozy atmosphere or on the outdoor patio. Vegetarian fare includes falafel, hummus, and eggplant dip. Try any of their traditional coffees or teas. Gypsy's is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Higher Taste Plant Based

340 E. 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90802

562-435-7115

Vegan/organic. Ahimsa is completely vegan and offers sandwiches, salads, bowls, burgers, wraps, and desserts. Tasty dishes include the Teriyaki Bowl, Avocado Jalapeno Cheeseburger, and Tempeh Reuben. The restaurant is located in downtown Long Beach. Outdoor seating is available.

··Hug Life

2707 E. 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90814

(562) 343-5991

Vegan/ice cream parlor. See description under Garden Grove, CA entry

··Morning Nights

4150 McGowan St., Unit 1, Long Beach, CA 90808

562-421-7777

Vegan/Asian. Enjoy dim sum including dumplings, scallion pancake roll, sticky rice lotus leaf wrap, dan dan noodles, and mapo tofu. They also have a craft bar. Outdoor seating available.

··Nice Burger

2620 Long Beach Blvd., Ste. C, Long Beach, CA 90806

Vegan/Burger Joint. They have a huge variety of different vegan burger options such as the; “Nice Bacon Burger,” the “Cali Burger,” and the, “Mainlander.” Their unique twist of how a burger can be presented makes the vegans of Cali come back for more.

··Plant Power Fast Food

5095 Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90804

Vegan/fast food. See description under San Diego, CA entry.

··PlanTita's Kitchen

1950 W. Willow St., Long Beach, CA 90810

562-612-0271

Vegan/Mexican. Come on down to PlanTita’s Kitchen where you are sure to feel right at home! This establishment serves veganized versions of Mexican dishes including an enmolada plate, elote fried ribs, pozole verde, flauta plate, and even tres leches cake. With recipes passed down through generations, this restaurant prides itself on showcasing vegan Mexican dishes without sacrificing the classic flavors. Come enjoy a meal under the dim lights and music surrounded by Latino heritage/culture decorations. Make sure to hi to the portrait of Frida Kahlo.

Rakkan Ramen

5242 E. 2nd St., Long Beach, CA 90803

(562) 588-9318

Japanese. See description under Los Angeles, CA entry.

··The Grain Café

4403 E. 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90814

Vegan café. With an emphasis on natural, organic foods, and offering a diverse menu that includes pizza, crepes, and Mediterranean and Mexican dishes, there is something for everyone at The Grain Café. For those who really like to have options, you can select from The Grain Food, where you can mix and match from selections of veggies, grains/beans, plant proteins, and dressings/sauces to create a dish that is exactly what you want. Favorite crepes include the Chocolate Crepe made with chocolate mousse and strawberry and the Tropical Crepe, which includes mango, strawberries, kiwi, blackberries, and banana. You can even order a full-sized cake, choosing from flavors that include Tres Leche, Green Tea, and Berries & Almond. Considering all of these options as well as a robust beverage menu with lattes, teas, juices, and smoothies, you will want to make multiple trips to The Grain Café in order to try everything!

··Vegan Castle

2400 Santa Fe Ave., Long Beach, CA 90810

562-726-1722

Vegan/Asian. They serve all vegan food, specifically vegan sushi. Some of their best sellers include the shrimpless tempura roll, the rainbow roll, or their red dragon roll. They also serve French fries, spicy edamame, and miso soup. Some of their sushi rolls come with eatable flowers on top!

··Vegan Pizza Long Beach

2771 E. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803

562-754-2615

Vegan/pizzeria. Big ideas? Design your Own 14-inch Pizza. Start with your choice of pizza sauce. Possibilities are Red, Herbed Garlic, or Sweet Fig. Or, opt out if you like your crust un-sauced. Say cheese with either plain or Seasoned Mozzarella. If it’s no cheese please, meaty choices are Beyond Meat Pizzas like Chicken, Meatball, or Italian Sausage, which celebrates fresh basil along with Mozzarella. But wait, there’s more! Extra meaty options include Beyond the Meat Lovers’ Pizza which combines Red Sauce, vegan Mozzarella, Beyond Meat Italian Sausage, Vegan Pepperoni, Beyond Meatball, Onions and Balsamic Spiral all on one pizza! There’s no FOMO here when it comes to toppings either which include olives, artichoke, capers, herbs, various tomatoes, onions, even pear, and so much more. Next, choose a Spiral Sauce in Twisted Truffle, Rich Balsamic or a whole host of others. If that’s just too many goodies to choose from, one of their many Specialty Pizzas might be in order. Their award winning Matador has Red Sauce, vegan Mozzarella, Soyrizo, Jalapeño Peppers, Onions, Black Olives, Cilantro, and Smokey Chipotle Spiral. Or let Spellbound enchant you with roasted garlic sauce, mozzarella, red onion, artichokes, fire roasted corn, sun dried tomato and twisted truffle spiral. Plenty of Dipping Sauce possibilities include Sun Dried Tomato, house-made Vegan Ranch, Zingy Buffalo Hot Sauce, BBQ, Smokey Chipotle and more.

··Veggie Grill

6451 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90803

(562) 430-4986

Vegan/American/fast food. This location is at The Marketplace. See description under El Segundo, CA.

·Viento y Agua Coffeehouse

4007 E. 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90814

(562) 434-1182

Vegetarian/coffeehouse. Viento y Agua Coffeehouse, an eclectic coffee shop in the quaint village of Fourth Street, Long Beach, offers organic coffee drinks, baked goods, and live music, all in a unique setting. Their vegan drinks include a peanut-butter-banana-oats smoothie and yerba mate tea. Their menu also includes a veggie garden salad and a zesty green salad. Viento y Agua also offers high-speed wireless Internet and discounts for customers who bring their own mugs.

··Wild Chive

2650 E. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803

(562) 588-9421

Vegan. This restaurant specializes in decadent vegan brunch options. The menu is incredibly diverse with options ranging from French toast to burgers. Popular menu items include the Chick’N and waffles, a vegan take on a classic Southern dish. The waffles are made out of cornbread and served with mouthwatering toppings: habanero-strawberry jam and chive vegan butter. Another popular item is the grilled burrizo featuring fillings like tofu and herb potatoes tossed in smoky chipotle aioli. Be sure to try their vegan Vietnamese coffee served with condensed milk and the French quarter beignets, a soft pillow doughnut. The Wild Chive also serves homemade kombucha in fun flavors like lemongrass oolong and jasmine peony.

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Los Angeles

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··Araya's Place

8101 1/2 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048

(323) 900-0557

Vegan/Thai. Appetizers include Tofu Satay, Fresh Rolls, Pot Stickers, Veggie Tempura, and more. Enjoy salads including Mango Salad and Tofu Larb, as well as soups such as Hot and Sour Soup and Silver Thread soup. They offer a wide range of curries and you can order them with tofu, seitan, vegan chicken, or vegan prawns. Also try one of their stir-fries such as Sweet and Sour Tofu or Cashew Delight. You'll also find a wide variety of noodle-based dishes and fried rice.

·Au Lac Vegetarian Restaurant

710 West 1st St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

(213) 617-2533

Vegetarian/Chinese/Vietnamese. See description under Fountain Valley, CA entry.

··Ave 26

242 North Ave. 25, Los Angeles, CA 90031

213-610-6388

Vegan. Taking on the role as Los Angeles’ only vegan Philly cheesesteak provider, Ave 26 offers more cheesesteak options than most West Coast natives could ever dream of. Served on Amoroso rolls, best sellers from their menu include the Meatball Sub (vegan meatballs, grilled onions, mushrooms, marinara and pesto sauces, with a dusting of almond Parmesan) and the Buffalo Chick’n Cheesesteak (vegan chicken and grilled onions with buffalo sauce, bleu cheese dressing, and house special cheese whiz). And because every sandwich needs a good side, there are a variety of fry options, including the Trinity Fries (seasoned fries with grilled onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms, served with a side of cheese whiz). And if there’s still room for dessert, there’s the Brownie Bomb, the perfect sweet counterpart to the savory sandwiches—a fudgy brownie with chunks of vegan cookie and pretzels.

··Baba's Vegan Café

6619 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047

323-834-2693

Vegan café. Baba's menu includes curry potato patties, gumbo, apple patties, banana pudding, chocolate cake, and other items. The atmosphere is urban, with high ceilings, African murals, and a plethora of plants.

·Baker's Bench

1021 Alpine, Bldg. A, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Vegetarian bakery. Bakers Bench is a mostly vegan bakery offering vegan croissants and other baked goods. The vegan croissants are available in plain or chocolate. Vegan cookies include a classic chocolate chip made with a hint of molasses, an espresso-laced double chocolate chip, and a black sesame cookie. Lemon jammers, cinnamon knots, blueberry muffins, and white sesame cherry cake bars are also vegan.

··Beelman's

600 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90014

(213) 622-1022

Vegan/pub. Beelman’s is an all-vegan pub located in Downtown LA. It’s the perfect spot to grab a bite and a brew with friends to enjoy the game. They have plenty of vegan beer on tap and the bar food to compliment it. One of the highly reviewed dishes includes “Tachos” which are tater tot nachos topped with soyrizo, cashew cheese, pintos, and cilantro. Whether you’re in the mood for tacos, a burger, a hot dog, or even something on the light side Beelman’s has you covered. Enjoy in house or delivery through Uber Eats.

··Beewali's Vegan AF

4862 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90041

323-289-2660

Vegan. Enjoy curry fries, kabob wrap, falafel wrap, falafel burger, kaboburrito, Mediterranean burger, rice pudding, and other dishes.

·Beverly Hills Juice

8382 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048

(323) 655-8300

Vegetarian/juice bar. They offer fresh juices and some foods prepared from local organic produce. Shakes and wheatgrass drinks are made to order. Tahini, sauerkraut, hummus, sushi, applesauce, dairy-free ice cream, and other treats are prepared on the premises.

Bike Shed Moto

1580 Industrial St., Los Angeles, CA 90021

213-465-7661

American. Huge motorcycle-themed restaurant, café, bar, motorcycle-rental, and retail space featuring a variety of shops in a refurbished warehouse in the arts district. The restaurant serves meat, but has extensive clearly-marked vegan options, and a dedicated vegan menu. These include healthy options like kale-quinoa salad, spring pea and mint linguini, and crispy brussels sprouts, through to burgers and jackfruit “pulled-pork” sandwich, along with breakfast options (until 3pm) such as French Toast, Oatmeal, and Breakfast Burritos. A fully-stocked bar with wines, craft ales and cocktails, and a dedicated café area round out the food options (though vegans may want to be aware that some areas have leather-heavy decor). Being run by a pair of Londoners, they serve vegan versions of both a full English breakfast and Sunday Roast. Fully insured bikes can be rented by the hour or the day.

·Bulan Thai Vegetarian Kitchen

4114 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90029

(323) 913-1488

Vegetarian/Thai. At Bulan, ingredients are fresh and aimed at promoting good health. They do not use any refined sugars, MSG, or saturated fats in the cooking process. Special dietary needs can be accommodated as all entrées are cooked to order. Some dishes to try include Mock Duck Curry and Spicy Spaghetti. There are many vegan items and they are clearly indicated on the menu. Bulan offers cozy indoor and sidewalk seating. The Santa Monica Boulevard location is in the Silver Lake area of Los Angeles.

··Café Gratitude

639 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004

(323) 580-6383

300 S. Santa Fe Ave., Ste. A, Los Angeles, CA 90013

(213) 929-5580

Vegan/café. Small plate options include Buffalo Cauliflower and Kale Chips. Among the salads you'll find Asian Kale & Wakame Salad and Signature Caesar. They also offer a wide variety of bowls including chili and a Mexican bowl, as well as sandwiches such as BBQ Portobello Panini. Main dishes include Pad Thai Kelp Noodles, Mole Abuelita Enchiladas, and Blackened Tempeh Bolognese.

··Creamo

3534 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

(213) 863-0979

Vegan/ice cream parlor. Creamo is a Los Angeles hotspot for vegan ice cream and donuts. They are known for their wacky and creative new milkshake flavors! Some of their fun milkshake names are Mint Town, Strawberry Lab, Rudimentary Peanut, and Paramoreo. They don’t stop at the milkshakes, they also provide loaded donut ice cream sandwiches. Their most popular is the Motion City Sandwich, which is two glazed donuts with vanilla sprinkled ice cream in the middle. It’s a super fun place to bring kids and the rest of your family.

··Crossroads Kitchen

8284 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

(323) 782-9245

Vegan/Mediterranean. From celebrity chef Tal Ronnen comes an all-vegan restaurant and bar. Crossroads Kitchen serves plant-based, innovative, and seasonal cuisine in a stylish and beautiful atmosphere. They specialize in small plates and Mediterranean foods. Crossroads is located at the corner of Sweetzer Avenue in West Hollywood. Reservations are accepted. Valet parking is available.

··Cruzer Pizza

1411 West Sunset Blvd. K-103, Los Angeles, CA 90026

(323) 666-0600

Vegan/pizzeria. Cruzer Pizza is an all-vegan pizzeria that is for take-out only. Customers can order their pizza, pasta, salad, subs, and more online. Pizza highlights include a Gourmet Pesto Pizza and Philly Cheese Steak Pizza. Their menu also includes a vegan Caesar salad, spaghetti, and 'cheesy' potato wedges.

··Crystal's Soul Café

12823 S. Avalon Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90061

424-292-3378

Vegan/soul food. Crystal Soul Café is a forest of love and plants. You will be surrounded by ambient lighting and music that add to your experience. Take your pick on any soul plate, each dish is bursting with flavor. All plates come with two sides, and several plates replicate classic seafood meals. Some popular plates are the Lions Mane Rib Soul Plate, Spicy Jerk Shrimp Po' Boy, and any chicken sandwich. You can’t leave without getting some mac’n yams and make sure you get a beverage on the way out.

··Dear Bella Creamery

1253 Vine St. # 12, Los Angeles, CA 90038

323-848-4672

Vegan/ice cream parlor. Flavors change seasonally at this vegan ice cream parlor. They offer scoops, pints, Build-Your-Own Sammie, sundaes, floats, shakes, and soft-serve, ice cream cakes.

··Donut Friend

5107 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90065

(213) 995-6191

543 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013

(213) 995-6191

Vegan/donuts. Donut Friend is an all vegan donut bakery with two locations in Los Angeles. Their most popular donut is the Strawberrylab: a donut filled with strawberries and whipped cream, topped with chocolate glaze. The recipes and naming of the donuts are nothing short of creative (Green Teagen and Sara or Bacon 182, anyone?). If nothing suits your style on the fixed menu, you can make your own. Pick your donut base, glaze, and toppings for a unique and delicious donut!

··Doomie's Home Cookin'

1253 N. Vine St., Ste. 9, Los Angeles, CA 90038

(323) 469-4897

Vegan. Doomie's Home Cookin' offers the comfort foods you remember but without the meat! Menu items include pot roast, meatloaf, country fried steak, and mac & cheese -- all vegan! Cash only.

··Doomie's Next Mex

1253 Vine St., Ste. 8, Los Angeles, CA 90038

(323) 645-7054

Vegan/Mexican. Doomie's NextMex has everything you could want without the animal products. Get nachos, burritos, tacos, chimichangas, and more, all for a reasonable price. You can even order for pickup online.

·Earthbar

11640 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049

(310) 826-3549

523 W. 6th St., Los Angeles, CA 90014

(213) 263-0040

Vegetarian/juice bar. Earthbar isn’t your typical California café, smoothie shop, or eatery. Here, you won’t have to settle with sipping on run of the mill juice and mindlessly nibbling on accidentally vegan junk food. Earthbar strives to serve only the finest nutrient packed items, whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, or simply a snack. Their deliciously nutritious smoothies, organic cold pressed juices, acai bowls, and healthy snacks are perfect for anyone from a young vegan athlete to a busy adult that has no time for subpar nutrition. Outdoor seasoning available. Note that 6th Street location is closed on Sunday.

··Erin McKenna's Bakery

236 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004

(855) 462-2292

Vegan/bakery/kosher. BabyCakes NYC is a specialty vegan bakery that serves mostly organic and gluten-free sweets including cupcakes, cookies, muffins, cinnamon buns, brownies, and cakes. Refined sugar is never used; most items are sweetened with agave syrup. Among the tempting treats are Vanilla Macaroons, Blueberry Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwiches, Pumpkin Spice Loaf, and Red Velvet Cupcakes. Besides local delivery by messenger, many items can be ordered for shipment in the United States.

·Extra Market Inc.

457 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036

(323) 917-5125

Vegetarian. Extra Market Inc. is your typical all-American burger joint, but completely vegetarian. They offer melt in your mouth burgers and fries. They even have an extensive, all-vegan dessert menu. Between a cookie dough bar to a healthy tagalong, they have many options. They are famous for their homemade potato chips and special chili-cheese burgers.

··Glowing Plant Based Eatery

1557 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026

(213) 537-0680

Vegan/organic. They make 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.

·Govinda's Natural Food Buffet

3764 Watseka Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034

(310) 836-1269

Vegetarian/natural foods. Located at a Hare Krishna temple, Govinda's offers a salad bar; freshly baked whole wheat bread; sandwiches; Mexican dishes; hot entrées such as tofu filet, nut loaf, and vegetable lasagna; Indian dishes; and pizza. This establishment prides itself on catering to vegans and serves many dairy-free items. Govinda's is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. The restaurant is located near Sony Studios in Culver City. Outdoor seating is available.

·Green Leaves

1769 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027

(323) 664-2345

Vegetarian/Thai. Green Leaves offers soups, organic salads, wraps, burgers, and sandwiches. Breakfast foods are available all day, including breakfast burritos, scrambled 'egz' and pancakes. This restaurant is mostly vegan, however, some items may contain whey or casein.

·Greentable Café

5998 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035

323-424-4129

Vegetarian/Italian. Mostly vegan restaurant with the exception of bee pollen used in some items. Greentable Café focuses on providing organic, local foods. Their ingredient transparency is particularly admirable. See their menu for Daily Specials too. Breakfast Brings Egg and Sausage Burritos, or Tofu based Tacos, both with potatoes, zucchini, and spicy mayo. Their very popular Bruschetta highlights heirloom tomatoes, basil, pesto, almond cream cheese, and their multi-grain bread. Many more Breakfast options await. Some Paninis possibilities are B…Special celebrating sautéed baby Portobello mushrooms, black olives, roasted bell pepper, grilled eggplant, avocado, thousand island, and almond cream cheese, on toasted ciabatta, or veggie Meatball Panini with almond cream cheese, marinara sauce, and red onion on a toasted bun. Burgers include Spicy Tuna Burger with mock-tuna patty, almond cream cheese, avocado, spicy mayonnaise, and pickles; G.T. Burger—their falafel patty with grilled zucchini, roasted bell pepper, sundried tomato vegan mayonnaise, mixed greens, and Italian spice; and Spinach Artichoke Melt with vegan sausage, artichoke dip, almond cream cheese, spinach, and coleslaw. Burgers come with fixings on a toasted bun. One popular Salad example is Britney’s Special featuring quinoa, kale, and dried cranberries, topped with tofu egg scramble, roasted red bell peppers, sautéed mushrooms, sprouted walnuts, red kimchi, avocado, almond cream cheese, and olive oil dressing. Ready to Bowl? Tropical Iris is just one of the choices. Blooming with pitaya (Dragon fruit), pineapple, mixed berries, orange juice, banana, and sunflower butter, it’s topped with bananas, strawberries, blueberries, coconut flakes, and seasonal jam. Of the several Smoothies, Led’s Special blends banana, dark chocolate, pitaya (Dragon fruit), and almond milk to a gorgeous magenta hue. Desserts (many gluten-free) include Crostata, Tiramisu, Lemon Meringue, cinnamon rolls, brownies, cookies, muffins, and more. For richness on a smaller scale, you might try Chocolate Truffles or Chocolate Covered Dates filled with almond butter and jam. Whatever you decide, the motto at Green Table Café is: “Love what you do, do it with love.”

··Hijo de Su Madre

2180 Westwood Blvd., Unit 1G, Los Angeles, CA 90025

424-385-4672

Vegan/Mexican. Located about a 10-minute drive from the UCLA campus in Westwood, California, Hijo de su Madre, which started off as a food truck before graduating to the current brick-and-mortar location, has made its mark in the competitive Los Angeles food scene. Inspired by the tastes and aromas of the owner’s family origins in the Yucatan (as indicated by its name), Hijo de su Madre is also very environmentally aware, using up-cycled furnishings in their space and recyclable wrappings, and even the aprons are made from 100% recycled materials. For those who dined at their food truck, some of those favorites have kept their place on the menu, including the Phat Hass Taco, made with a beer-battered and deep-fried Hass avocado, fresh pico, and a house spicy chipotle cream. The taco selection also includes No Stas Cochinita (tangy, sweet Yucatecan-style jackfruit, off-the-cob corn, and homemade black beans). Tacos are served on organic yellow corn tortillas, and if you’re especially hungry you can turn the tacos into a burrito or bowl—which have 3 times the taco portion. For those seeking traditional Yucatecan fare, there are options like the Kibis (lightly fried croquettes served with a side of black bean purée, guacamole, and pickled onions) and the Papadzules (rolled corn tortillas dipped in a sauce of pepitas and epazote, filled with a house made “hard-boiled egg” and topped with chiltomate sauce). The dessert menu is likewise an homage to family recipes, including the Pastelitos—empanadas filled with sweet potatoes and coconut, garnished with powdered sugar.

·Hot Tongue Pizza

2590 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039

323-741-0180

Vegetarian/pizzeria. Hot Tongue Pizza serves different styles of pizza including thin crust, Detroit style, and Sicilian. Specialty pizzas include the pesto pie with a pesto base and black sesame seed crust as well as the buffalo pizza with buffalo cream sauce and shiitake bacon. The vegan mozzarella cheese is made with cashews and the ricotta is made with almonds. Pizzas are available by the slice as well as whole pies. Appetizers are also available such as garlic knots, cauliflower wings, and salads.

··Just What I Kneaded

2029 Blake Ave. #104, Los Angeles, CA 90039

323-522-3340

Vegan/bakery. Craving something sweet? This bakery specializes in vegan (and often gluten-free) treats and goodies. Located in LA’s Frogtown (just north of Elysian Park and Dodger Stadium), it offers a seasonal menu of unique pastries and baked goods, bagel sandwiches, cakes, and more.

·Kitchen Mouse

5904 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042

(323) 259-9555

Vegetarian/café. The expression big things come in small packages has never been truer than at Kitchen Mouse. This café, though modest in size, is packed full of charm! With a mixture of breakfast and lunch staples on the menu, Kitchen Mouse would be a perfect spot for brunch. Try the Tempeh Reuben or their pancakes! The pancakes are vegan and gluten free and are served with Vermont maple syrup, berries and coconut. Kitchen Mouse is located in Highland Park.

··Kusaki

2535 S. Barrington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90064

424-213-6844

Vegan/Japanese. Minimalist, modern, and sophisticated omakase bar and sushi restaurant featuring elaborate, innovative plant-based sushi, sashimi, appetizers, and shareable non-sushi dishes. À la carte options include a variety of sushi rolls, hand rolls, sashimi, and nigiri. The fillings range from vegetables like trumpet mushroom and butternut squash to vegan “seafood” like salmon, tuna, and calamari. Crowd favorites include the king sushi roll, rainbow sushi roll, seared tuna nigiri, salmon nigiri, shishito burger, and avocado crispy rice. Taste and texture-wise, Kusaki’s offerings aren’t necessarily identical to their non-vegan counterparts. That being said, they are exquisitely layered, complex, and beautifully presented adaptations of the real thing. Can’t decide what to order? Reserve a spot at the eight-seat chef’s counter where diners can pick from five-course or seven-course omakase options. This gives the chef freedom to curate a meticulously crafted dinner featuring seasonal produce, elegant plating, and a delicately flavorful journey. Most menu items can be made gluten-free, and the building is wheelchair accessible. Additionally, valet parking and street parking are available.

··La Vegan Thai

4507 S. Centinela Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066

(310) 574-9888

Vegan/Thai. This modern Los Angeles restaurant offers burgers, noodle and rice dishes, curries, pancakes, wraps, and more! Try the Chu Chee Salmon, which is grilled mock salmon with spicy red curry sauce, or the Thai fried rice.

··Ladurée

311 N. Beverly Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90210

(310) 623-1100

Vegan café/bakery. Ladurée has been making macarons since 1871, but it took until 2019 for them to make vegan ones. Better late than never, we say! In fact, at their Beverly Hills location Matthew Kenney has made an entirely vegan menu, from avocado toasts to vegan omelets and sandwiches. All the pastries are vegan as well, from the framboise to the meringuée. Reservations are recommended.

··Leo's Superfood Bakery & Deli

8262 Louise Ave., Los Angeles, CA 91325

(818) 938-9246

Vegan/bakery/deli. Leo's is an all-vegan, gluten-free deli and bakery. All-day breakfast options include pesto tofu scramble, black bean breakfast burrito, pancakes, and a vegan egg and muffin sandwich. "Handhelds" include sandwiches, wraps, and toasts. There are plenty of deserts to choose from as well!

·Little Barn Coffee House

3329 Division St., Los Angeles, CA 90065

(323) 612-6000

Vegetarian/coffeehouse. Mostly vegan, “plant-forward” neighborhood coffee house and café serving breakfast and lunch. They offer outside seating at their charming outdoor patio and take out. Little Barn’s menu offers a wide range of vegan “sips and eats” including an Oat Horchata Cold Brew, Build Your Own Vegan Omelette, Reuben Sandwich, Vegan Queso con Rajas Tamales, and more. They also sell vegan pastries from LA bakers Ridiculous Baking Co. Owners, LA-natives and life partners Seleste Diaz and Joana Rubio are women of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

··Llama Love Vegan

11633 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025

310-312-3800

Vegan. Llama Love Vegan is a delivery-only restaurant inspired by traditional Peruvian foods and drinks. The menu features a variety of foods native to South America including quinoa, maca (Peruvian ginseng), and aji (Peruvian sweet pepper). Specialties include a quinoa bowl with salsa criolla, “Guacamaca” with fresh chips, and a spice rice surprise with spicy aji. Elixirs of life are also available including wellness juice with a dash of turmeric and chicha made with fresh Incan purple corn juice. The Peruvian menu is rounded out with desserts such as hot chocolate made with 100% cacao and vegan Arroz con Leche (Mexican rice pudding.

··Maciel’s Plant-Based Butcher Shop

5933 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90042

Vegan. Say hello to LA’s vegan butcher shop in Highland Park: Maciel’s Plant-Based Butcher Shop! You can either dine-in at their wonderful establishment or use their take-out option to feast on their sandwiches, sides (potato salad, coleslaw, spicy cucumber salad), aguas frescas (pineapple ginger, cucumber lime mint, hibiscus), or dessert options (Mexican chocolate mousse). Just interested in their food products? Well, you can also go up to their deli case and purchase their packaged vegan meats, sides, and cheeses all of which are made in house. There are six different vegan meat options: pastrami, bacon, Mexican ribs (GF), turkey, salami (GF), and chorizo (GF). Their 6 sandwiches each showcase a different plant-based meat so you can choose from their breakfast option, The Reuben, The California, The Flores, The Italian, and Sloppy Pepe. Located on the corner of York Boulevard and Aldama Street, this Mexican and Italian deli will for sure charm you with its simple white and orange accents.

··Mama's Tamales & Pupusas

2124 7th St., Los Angeles, CA 90057

Vegan. This Latin-owned restaurant serves an affordable 100% vegan (often jackfruit-based) menu featuring authentic Salvadoran favorites, such as tamales, pupusas, enchiladas, burritos, chilaquiles, pan sin pollo (stewed jackfruit in traditional Salvadoran sauce stuffed in bolillo-bread), and Salvadoran desayuno (breakfast: tofu scramble with beans, rice, plantains and handmade tortillas). Right next to MacArthur Park, with a casual, down to earth, brightly colored ambience.

·Mazal

110 N. San Fernando Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90031

(323) 576-2138

Vegetarian. Mazal serves a variety of vegan options including potato bourekas, roasted cauliflower & za'atar labneh, and couscous. For dessert one can try the vegan date cake! The restaurant creators use their mother’s original recipes to try to transport customers to a night in Tel Aviv, Israel.

··Monty's Good Burger

1533 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

516 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90020

Vegan/Burger Joint. Monty’s features artisanal burgers made from locally sourced ingredients, house-made sauce, caramelized grilled onions, and the plant-based Impossible™ 2.0 Patty. Also enjoy a variety of fries and tots, kale Caesar salad, shakes and floats, and more.

··Mr. Charlie's

612 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036

323-424-4795

Vegan/fast food. If you’re ever on the corner of Melrose and La Brea Avenue, you may stumble across a familiar looking fast food restaurant with its bright red and yellow exterior. However, don’t be mistaken. This is Mr. Charlie’s, also known as “Vegan McDonalds” on TikTok, who have taken a not-so-serious approach to sharing vegan cuisine with the world. Here, you will find timeless American classics with a plant-based twist, such as “frowny meals,” “not a double double,” “not a cheeseburger,” not a chicken sandwich,” “not chicken nuggets,” and everyone’s favorite, french fries! Mr. Charlie’s is not only on a mission to bring approachable plant based food to communities, but are also partnering with the Dream Center to give opportunity to those transitioning from homeless, incarceration, or addiction. Eating at Mr. Charlie’s will do more than turn that frown upside down!

Mrs. Winston's Green Grocery

1999 Avenue of the Stars, Ste. 132, Los Angeles, CA 90067

(310) 553-4100

Natural foods store/deli. Mrs. Winston's Green Grocery is a natural foods market with many vegetarian and vegan selections. They have an incredible salad bar along with sandwiches and soups.

··Nomoo

7507 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

323-433-4990

Vegan/Burger Joint. Nomoo serves soy-free, non-GMO burgers, shakes, Everything Vegan BBQ facon, hot chick’n, fried oyster, Beyond patty, fried onion strings, and more. Nomoo has both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as soothing music and a prime location for people-watching.

·Olivia Restaurant LA

205 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004

213-277-1723

Vegetarian/eclectic. Popular for their pizza dishes, Olivia Restaurant meets the needs of those looking for vegetarian and vegan options. For vegan diners, indulge in a Baby Heirloom Tomato prepared with a sunflower seed mozzarella alternative, basil, and fleur de sel. Other dishes include salads, shareables and sides, and heartier entrees. Need to quench your thirst? Choose from an assortment of "Fun Drinks," Coffee, or Tea. And to top it all off, try a dessert like the Yucca Chocolate Torte topped with coconut whip, chocolate ganache, and powdered sugar. Reservations are not accepted, yet wait times are listed on Yelp for planning. Online ordering is available too. For those craving high-quality meals without compromising on dietary needs, be sure to give Olivia Restaurant LA a try.

··PBJ.LA

317 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013

(213) 628-3410

Vegan/American. Los Angeles restaurateur Adam Fleischman’s PBJ.LA serves futuristic 100% plant-based takes on the lunchbox classic. These sandwiches are the furthest thing from your childhood’s saccharine Saran-wrapped Wonderbread staple: unique ingredients like daikon radish, dark cherry Chianti jam, and toasted pine nut butter are layered between crustless circles of vegan Challah-style bread. Everyone knows that the perfect pairing to a PB&J is a tall, cold glass of milk, and PBJ.LA is no exception: almond milks flavored with lavender, Peruvian cacao, and strawberry are served alongside the sandwiches. PBJ.LA is located inside of LA’s Grand Central Market.

··Plant Power Fast Food

776 Vine St., Los Angeles, CA 90038

619-450-6845

Vegan/fast food. Plant Power Fast Food is a vegan fast food joint. Try out a classic burger or one of their signature burgers including The Holy Guacamole. Also enjoy Buffalo Wings, Fiesta Salad, a 'Chicken' Wrap, and more. No matter your fast food craving, Plant Power Fast Food has a delicious veganized version of traditional fast food menu items.

··PLANTA

11754 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049

925-515-2984

Vegan café. Planta’s wide ranging menu should appeal to many different palates and cravings. Here’s what’s for dinner. Two of the many imaginative Sushi choices are Ahi Watermelon Nigri with ginger and citrus soy or Crispy Mushroom Hand Roll sauced with the savory, sweet heat of Korean gochujang, pickled ginger and eggplant unagi--a vegan interpretation of eel. One example from Chilled & Raw is Avocado Lime Tartare featuring beetroot tuna, pine nuts, capers, citrus soy, sesame, cilantro and taro chips. Some Signature dishes include Tagliatelle pasta in truffle-mushroom cream and bread crumbs and Spicy Lumaconi Pasta with tomato rosé sauce, cashew mozzarella, almond parmesan, and calabrese chili. Brick Oven tempts with choices like Leek Bianca garlic cream, cashew mozzarella and mushroom bacon, or Vodka Pizza--tomato cream, cashew mozzarella, pesto, basil, and chili bomba. Snack & Share options include Bang Bang Broccoli with sweet chili peanut sauce, or Coconut Ceviche—a tropical melange of pineapple, coconut milk, sweet potato, corn nuts, cilantro, lime, and avocado. They offer Daily Specials too. Lunch features some of the dinner menu ítems, but also includes more Wraps, and some different Signature dishes such as Funghi Salad comprised of butternut squash, chick n’ fried mushrooms, almond parmesan and a balsamic glaze. Many of the Lunch & Dinner ítems show up for their weekend Brunch, but there’s also cinnamon glazed Monkey Bread, a spicy spinach artichoke Omelet, Banana Waffle with roasted pecans, French Toast with granola, and more. For Dessert there’s Keylime Cheesecake, Chocolate Brownie, and more.

··Rahel Ethiopian Veggie Cuisine

1047 S. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019

(323) 937-8401

Vegan/Ethiopian. Rahel Ethiopian Veggie Cuisine serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine that is completely vegan! The menu includes salads, stews, combo meals, and desserts. Meals are made with olive oil and grape seed oil and are served with either rice or Injera (gluten-free Injera is available). Unique beverages like Ethiopian flax juice and non-alcoholic agave wine are also offered. Don't miss the daily all-you-can-eat lunch buffet!

Rakkan Ramen

359 E First St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

(213) 680-4166

Japanese. This growing Tokyo-based chain of restaurants serves authentic ramen in an umami-forward, plant-based broth base. A variety of vegan options, from appetizers to salads and entrées, are available and clearly labeled. Diners can substitute noodles with a gluten-free version or with a kale-based alternative. Beverage offerings include soft drinks, teas, and an assortment of beer, wine, and sake.

··Ramen Hood

Grand Central Market, 317 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013

(213) 265-7331

Vegan/Asian. Enjoy vegan ramen dishes, either spicy or non-spicy, made in a sunflower seed broth.

··Samata Vegan House

1435 Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028

323-608-9883

Vegan/Thai. For Starters, there’s Mixed Tempura with pumpkin, broccoli, carrots, and more, Dumplings (choose steamed or fried,) Deep fried veggie Crispy Spring Roll with sweet and sour sauce, soy based Fries, Nuggets and all sorts of Wings. Salads include Cucumber Salad with Japanese ponzu sauce and sesame seeds, green Papaya Salad or Seasonal Fruit Salad—the last two with tomato, carrot, peanut, and chili lime dressing. In some cases, you may select your spice level. Stir-fried entrées include crispy fried, Orange Soy Chicken with homemade fresh orange sauce and sesame seeds, Broccoli Mushroom with stir-fried carrot and garlic, Spicy Eggplant or Ginger Delight—both with bell pepper, garlic, and other veggies to name a few. All come with “meat” - your choice of tofu, chicken, mixed veggies (or shrimp costs more). The last three come with homemade brown sauce. You might explore their virtual rainbow of Curry dishes—Red, Yellow, Green, or Panang. Most feature combinations of peas, bell pepper, green beans, and bamboo shoots. Soup choices include Coconut or Tom Yum - both with carrot, broccoli, cabbage, mushroom, and tomato in spicy and sour broths, the former with coconut milk. With oodles of Noodle dishes, you’ll have to use yours to narrow the choices! There’s Pad Thai, Udon, yakisoba, glass noodles, and many more. One of several Rice dishes is jasmine Pineapple Fried Rice with peas, carrot, onion, raisins, cashews, and curry powder. For a fruity kick, dessert choices are Coconut Ice Cream with Banana Roll or Mango with Sweet Coconut Rice.

·Samosa House West

11510 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066

(310) 398-6766

Vegetarian/Indian. Samosa House, formerly named Bharat Bazaar, is an entirely vegetarian Indian restaurant and market offering both northern and southern Indian food. They have many unique dishes such as Banana Curry, Hara-Bhara Kabab (spinach and peas kabob), and Soy Tikka Masala (soy nuggets with tomato sauce and coconut milk). They also offer vegan Mango Lassi (a beverage). After you have enjoyed your meatless meal, check out the Indian spices, sweets, teas, and much more in the store! Samosa House has been a landmark since 1979.

··Seabirds Kitchen

2138 Hillhurst Ave., Ste. B, Los Angeles, CA 90027

323-407-6034

Vegan. Enjoy Corn Chowder, Kale Caesar Salad, Purple Taquitos, Kimchi Taco, BBQ Burger, Jackfruit Nachos, and much more. They also have separate offerings for children and dessert options include a Cha Cha Float, Whiskey Peach Crumble, Avocado Chocolate Mousse, plus other options.

··Shojin

12406 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066

310-390-0033

Vegan/Japanese/organic. Shojin offers an extensive menu of organic and vegan Japanese cuisine including salads, pastas, noodle dishes, curries, and soups. They have even developed three types of seitan, each with its own recipe and cooking method, to correspond with the tastes and textures of chicken, pork, and beef. Their lunch specials are a great value. Shojin on Alameda is located in downtown Los Angeles in the Little Tokyo Shopping Center. Their second location is on the Culver City/Mar Vista border. Please note that the Culver City restaurant is open Tuesday through Friday for dinner and closed on Monday.

··Solar Return

1461½ Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

(323) 652-2165

Vegan bakery. Solar Energy is an incredibly unique cake shop that makes raw, vegan, and organic cakes. Their beautiful cakes are made with almonds and cashews, and have intricate designs created with all-natural plant food colorings. They emphasize how sacred the food is that they use, which is portrayed through their cakes. You will definitely enjoy picking one of these up for your next event – try a slice of the Strawberry Rose Cacao, Lemon Lavender Blueberry, or Matcha Coconut. It will be a delightful treat!

··Sugar Taco

7257 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Vegan/Mexican. Sugar Taco is an all-vegan Mexican restaurant with a pick-it-yourself approach. Get some tacos or nachos, a burrito or a quesadilla. Pick one of their house-made proteins, including vegan carne asada, pollo, al pastor, and more. Add some guacamole, pico de gallo, or queso. If you're looking for something extra hot, try the ghost taco, just buy some vegan horchata to wash it down with.

··Taco Vega

456 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036

(323) 413-2342

Vegan/Mexican. Everything on their menu is 99% organic and GMO-free. They strive to serve whole, unprocessed foods to keep you and our planet healthy. They offer nachos, quesadillas, tacos, salads, burritos, bowls, and churros! They even serve a diverse variety of beverages such as horchata lattes and Corsa pro coffee drinks.

··The Good Good Vegan Kitchen + Bakeshop

4871 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90029

(323) 570-0498

Vegan/eclectic. That's no typo! The Good Good Vegan Kitchen + Bakeshop is just that good. For breakfast there's sweet or savory oats. Get lunch in a bowl or on bread, like the sesame crusted falafel bowl or the "meat" and potatoes. They have gluten-free options too! And of course they have baked goods as well. Need a custom cake? Give them a call.

··The Grain Café

4222 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019

323-931-4034

Vegan café. With an emphasis on natural, organic foods, and offering a diverse menu that includes pizza, crepes, and Mediterranean and Mexican dishes, there is something for everyone at The Grain Café. For those who really like to have options, you can select from The Grain Food, where you can mix and match from selections of veggies, grains/beans, plant proteins, and dressings/sauces to create a dish that is exactly what you want. Favorite crepes include the Chocolate Crepe made with chocolate mousse and strawberry and the Tropical Crepe, which includes mango, strawberries, kiwi, blackberries, and banana. You can even order a full-sized cake, choosing from flavors that include Tres Leche, Green Tea, and Berries & Almond. Considering all of these options as well as a robust beverage menu with lattes, teas, juices, and smoothies, you will want to make multiple trips to The Grain Café in order to try everything!

··The Moody Vegan

5101 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027

323-410-7272

Vegan/bakery. Enjoy baked goods including brownies, blondies, cookies, coffeecake, lemon olive oil cake, and more. Specials have included mini waffles and breakfast burritos.

··The Vegan Joint

10438 National Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034

(310) 559-1357

4718 Fountain Ave., Ste. D, Los Angeles, CA 90029

(323) 667-9560

Vegan/Thai. The Vegan Joint serves everything on its menu all day. So get pancakes and tofu scramble egz for dinner or the pepper steak dinner (grilled soy beef with jalapeno sauce) to start off your day. Although Thai food is their specialty, they offer other vegan cuisine such as burgers, wraps, and sandwiches. Reasonable prices and delicious vegan food -- what more can you ask for? The Vegan Joint on National Boulevard is located between Motor and Overland in the Palms area (west Los Angeles). The Vegan Joint on Fountain Avenue is in the Hollywood area and is closed on Sunday.

··Un Solo Sol

1818 E. 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90033

323-269-8680

Vegan. Inspired by reverence for the earth, sustainability, and health, Un Solo Sol creatively blends Latin American, Indian, Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Chinese cuisines. Small Courses/Appetizers include Bowls like organic quinoa, buckwheat, and millet House Porridge with almond milk, and maple or agave syrup, or Kheer--organic brown rice almond milk pudding with raisins, green cardamom, cinnamon, and vanilla. Both come with fresh fruit mix, seeds, and nuts. There’s also Pupusa, organic corn tortilla stuffed with various options including organic black beans and loroco, (an edible flower bud) with curtido (pickled cabbage) and choice of house salsa, Lebanese-style Tabboule with parsley, organic quinoa-millet-buckwheat mix, tomatoes, cucumbers, green onions, lemon juice, and fresh spearmint as well as many Soft Taco choices such as Al pastor made with Shiitake mushroom. Two of several Main Courses are Ghormeh Sabzi Persian herb stew with sautéed parsley, green onions, cilantro, spinach, fenugreek greens, kidney beans, and dried lemon, or Cholay North Indian curried organic chickpeas with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and various herbs. Both incorporate Portobello mushrooms or organic tofu. Choose from several Salads and Soups such as Nopalitos Salad of pear cactus, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, Bok Choy Soup, and Pozole soup with hominy (dried corn with a bean-like texture), green leafy vegetables or dried peppers, salsa, spices, and white mushrooms or organic tofu. Sides offer Baked Plantains and many other choices. For Dessert there’s Steamed Sweet Potato with dark brown sugar, Kheer Indian organic brown rice pudding made with almond milk, and Stuffed Baked Plantain with brown sugar or mango jam. There are some herbal teas, coffee and a few fresh fruit drinks too.

··Vegan A.F. Foodtruck

7951 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Vegan/food truck. This bright pink food truck, generally found in Melrose or Hollywood, has an innovative approach to vegan street food. Constantly experimenting with something different to other LA vegan restaurants, they have developed a specialty in a new dish: fried crispy egg rolls stuffed with comfort food — options are always being added, but include an egg roll based on Philly Cheesesteaks, with vegan meet and cheese, and another based on pizzas, with veggies, vegan mozzarella, and marinara. They also offer flavor-filled fries, and, for dessert, a banana pudding.

··Vegan Curry

701 W. Cesar Estrada Chavez Ave., Ste. 107, Los Angeles, CA 90012

213-372-5590

Vegan/Indian. Vegan Curry is a vegan Indian restaurant with 2 locations in California. Both locations offer traditional Indian cuisine though the menu at the Los Angeles location is more extensive. Appetizers include pakora and samosa as well as Gobi Manchurian crispy cauliflower in sweet and sour sauce. The main menu offers tofu madras with coconut milk, daal tadka made with yellow lentils, and the chef’s special chana masala. Vegan desserts are available at the Los Angeles location and include Gajar Halwa with fresh carrots and cardamom as well as Sooji Halwa made with semolina and vegan ghee.

··Vegan Glory

8393 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048

(323) 653-4900

Vegan/Thai. Vegan Glory offers delicious Thai-influenced vegan cuisine that is mostly organic. The open kitchen allows diners to view the careful food preparation. Menu items include Lentil Loaf, Tofu Satay, Glass Noodle Salad, and Miso Soup. Make sure to save room for some vegan carrot cake. Vegan Glory is located near many shops and services including the Beverly Center.

··Viva Vegan Taqueria (In Echo Park Eats)

1411 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

Vegan/Mexican. With 3 Southern California locations and robust menus that include burritos, birria, tortas, and even fishless Baja tacos, Viva Vegan is the answer to anyone’s question about how to get authentic Mexican food as a vegan. With some variations in the menus and the experience at each location—noting that the Taqueria in Echo Park Eats offers take-out and delivery only—you will not be lacking in options in any case. You can go classic with the OG Burrito (made with a flour tortilla, pinto beans, rice, onion and cilantro, and your choice of protein), or spice it up with the Chilaquiles Burrito. And birria gets a new look, with dishes like the Birria Pizza (flour tortillas with vegan cheese, jackfruit birria, onion, and cilantro, served with a side of consommé) and the Birria Melt (jackfruit birria and vegan mozzarella on two slices of sourdough bread). Taco options include the Vampiro (corn tortilla, vegan cheese, choice of protein, with cilantro and onion topping) and the Oyster Mushroom (oyster mushroom carnitas with onion, cilantro, and avocado sauce). Protein options include Vegan Asada, Vegan Al Pastor, Birria, and Oyster Mushroom Carnitas. Whatever you end up choosing, Viva Vegan will remind you how delicious vegan living can be.

··Vromage Cuisine

7988 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

323-745-0157

Vegan. Owner started making vegan cheese in Los Angeles in 2009; made from nuts and “aged to perfection.” Salads include Caprese (mozzarella, tomato, and basil) and Organic Mixed Greens (Veganzola dressing and gluten-free bread crumbs). Open-Faced Sandwich (gluten-free or French sourdough bread with choice of Veganzola, Macon Brie, or Vromage Blanc). Vromage Platter (selection of Vromage served with nuts and fruit). Crunch Pizza (choice of Vromage served on crunchy crackers with mixed greens or arugula and tomato; Veganzola, mozzarella, or Vromage Blanc).

··Vurger Guyz

1311 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90017

(213) 298-1724

Vegan/food truck. This all-vegan food truck was founded by four former NCAA athletes dedicated to putting their own unique spin on street food. The delicious burgers attract vegans and nonvegans alike! Try the Smokey Sunset Vurger – it comes with a Beyond Burger patty, barbeque sauce, and even fried jalapeños! Don’t forget the tacos! The Carnitas Taco features seasoned jackfruit, guacamole, and Vurger sauce. Finish your meal with fries or tater tots!

·White Memorial Medical Center

1720 Brooklyn Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025

(213) 268-5000 x1318

vegetarian. This cafeteria is in a Seventh-day Adventist hospital.

··Wild Living Foods

760 S. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90014

(213) 266-8254

Vegan/organic. Wild Living Foods is located in Downtown LA. It is a “grab-n-go” style eatery that offers organic and raw plant based foods. The kelp pastas, Pablo burgers, and pizzas are highly recommended.

··Word Of Mouth Food Truck

11674 Cantara St., Los Angeles, CA 91605

(323) 610-1878

Vegan. Word of Mouth Food Truck is a vegan’s dream! They offer Burgers, fries, mac and cheese, chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, and the list goes on. If you’re looking to try vegan options outside of the Impossible burger or Gardein chicken patty, Word of Mouth offers their own from-scratch products such as seitan, cheese and veggie patties. If you’re looking for Instagram worthy, comfort food that also vegan and tastes great be sure to check them out!

··Yoga-Urt

2211 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

213-318-5500

Vegan. Yoga-urt is a California-based soft serve and smoothie shop. The soft serve is made with a homemade almond cashew base, almonds, and organic ingredients, as well as probiotics. Smoothie pies, ice cream sandwiches, kombucha, coffee, tea, all organic, and gluten-free waffle cones are on the menu.

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Marina Del Rey

··Planta Cocina

4625 Admiralty Way, Ste. 104, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

310-362-7730

Vegan. Enjoy dining on a wide variety of sushi, as well as chilled/raw items such as Avocado Lime Tartare, Hearts of Palm Slaw, and Coconut Ceviche. Also try other dishes including Crispy Goyoza, Ahi Watermelon Tacos, and Croquetas. Some of the dessert items include Tres Leches, Chocolate Brownie, and Horchata Sundae. Reservations accepted.

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Mariposa

High Country Health Foods & Café

5186 Hwy. 49 North, Mariposa, CA 95338

209-966-5111

Café/juice bar. Located near Yosemite park, this café is in a health food store and offers several veggie options including a green salad, falafel sandwich, veggie burger, vegan BLT, vegan chocolate cake, and more.

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Martinez

··Souley Vegan

610 Mani St., Martinez, CA 94553

415-237-6493

Vegan. Souley Vegan truly makes food for the soul and, best of all, it's completely vegan! This gem offers such delights as BBQ tofu, collard greens, candied yams, and mac & cheese. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

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Meiner Oaks

The Farmer and The Cook

339 W. El Roblar Dr., Meiner Oaks, CA 93023

(805) 640-9608

Café. This organic market café offers organic produce grown on our own farm, as well as soups, sandwiches, salad bar, smoothies, juice bar, and more.

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Mendocino

·Fog Eater Café

45104 Main St., Mendocino, CA 95460

(707) 397-1806

Vegetarian. Fog Eater Cafe aims to combine the flavors of Northern California with those of the deep South. The results of these aims include red beans and rice with shiitake bacon, cauliflower steak, and biscuit sliders. They also sell beer, wine, and a few wine-based cocktails, which makes them great for a Sunday brunch!

Mendocino Café

10451 Lansing St., Mendocino, CA 95460

(707) 937-2422

California. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available at this café. Be sure to sample the Thai burrito.

··Ravens' Restaurant at Stanford Inn by the Sea

44850 Comptche Ukiah Rd., Mendocino, CA 95460

(707) 937-5615

Vegan/organic. Dishes at the Ravens' are inspired by the restaurant's California-certified organic farm. The dining room offers a beautiful view of the ocean. For breakfast they serve such items as buckwheat waffles and the dinner menu includes Creole vegetables with blackened tofu.

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Mill Valley

High Tech Burrito

Strawberry Village Shopping Center, 800 Redwood Hwy., Ste. 118, Mill Valley, CA 94941

(415) 388-7002

Mexican. See description under Alamo, CA.

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Milpitas

··Loving Hut

516 Barber Ln., Milpitas, CA 95035

(408) 943-0250

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet. The Milpitas location has a large dessert and beverage menu that includes vegan ice cream, cakes, coffees, and teas. Try the Caramel Flan or Tapioca Tea. They also have great lunch specials and offer office catering. This location is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

·Milan Sweet Centre

296 S. Abel St., Milpitas, CA 95035

(408) 946-2525

Vegetarian/Indian. Feast on many traditional Indian items, as well as tofu kabobs and sweet and sour kabobs.

··RawASF Plant-Based Café

1679 N. Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035

408-359-3706

Vegan café. Besides Steak & Eggs Bagels, and Eggs & Bacon Bagels, The All-Day Breakfast menu section also includes Adaptogenic Mushroom Toast starring roasted mushrooms, umami spread, roasted garlic, sliced radish, maitake mushroom dust, and truffle oil served on levain bread with seasonal microgreens. Another choice is Rawvocado—sliced avocado graced with plum jam, roasted garlic, radish and seasonal microgreens, served on levain bread. RawASF serves Adaptogenic Lattes with herbs like ashwagandha, sea buckthorn, camu camu or mushrooms like reishi, in cold brews with a coffee or matcha base. You can customize your own Superfood Bowl or choose one of their artistic, colorful designs. If you’re craving Pizza, there’s Pepperoni, or White Truffle with wood-fired mushrooms and white truffle oil, both served with plant based mozzarella and avocado pesto. Choose from several Burgers, many with Smoked flaxseed cheese. Looking for a saucy burger? Spicy Jalapeno 2.0 features goji mango-habanero with pickled cucumber. There’s a BBQ burger too— to name a few. Finally, there are oodles of Smoothies including a gorgeous, violet colored Ubé Avocado Nice Cream, whipped up with a whole avocado, coconut milk, agave and purple sweet potato/yam.

·Tirupathi Bhimas

1208 S. Abel St., Milpitas, CA 95035

(408) 945-1010

Vegetarian/Indian. Tirupathi Bhimas is a South Indian vegetarian restaurant specializing in Andhra cuisine, with a few North Indian and Indo-Chinese options. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

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Modesto

··Pizzeria Halt

3440 McHenry Ave., Modesto, CA 95350

(209) 622-0579

Vegan/pizzeria. Pizzeria Halt specializes in delicious vegan pizza. They also serve vegan appetizers and salads. The pizzas are served with combinations of vegan cheese and many are also topped with plant-based meats. All of the pizzas are amazing but some of our favorites include the chicken pesto pizza or chipotle chicken pizza. For an appetizer try the garlic knots or cinnamon twists served with icing. Get ready for some delicious vegan pizza!

··Tnk Vegan Café

330 Needham St., Modesto, CA 95354

(209) 567-2232

Vegan. This casual café features classic American sandwiches and burgers, along with Thai inspired entrées and drinks. TNK also offers an array of desserts including carrot cake, flan, blueberry cheesecake, and more! Located off of 15th St., this completely vegan diner is sure to please!

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Monterey

··El Cantaro Vegan Mexican Restaurant

791 Foam St., Monterey, CA 93940

(831) 646-5465

Vegan/Mexican. El Cantaro makes very satisfying and inexpensive vegan Mexican food. They're well-known for their soft and delicious whole wheat tortillas. Some popular dishes include their grilled pineapple burrito, mushroom quesadilla, and "fish" tacos (topped with mango salsa, cabbage & guacamole). They strive to be eco-friendly by using recycled dinnerware, napkins, and take-out boxes. The atmosphere at El Cantaro is colorful, warm, and friendly. A private parking lot is available.

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Monterey Park

·Happy Family Vegetarian Restaurant

500 N. Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754

(626) 282-8986

Vegetarian/Chinese. Happy Family Vegetarian Restaurant is completely vegetarian and mostly vegan. Though the menu features many dishes containing mock meats, their specialty is the vegetarian deep fried "chicken," which is made from mushrooms. They do not use MSG. Stop in for their great daily lunch specials. Happy Family is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

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Montrose

··Never Caged

Montrose Bowl, 2334 Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA 91020

818-253-5969

Vegan. When the new owners decided to revitalize Montrose Bowl, an 84-year-old bowling alley in Southern California, they wanted to stay true to its vintage character and charm. When they revamped the food offerings, opening the in-alley restaurant Never Caged, they likewise kept the typical comfort food menu items one would expect in a bowling alley, with one twist: they are all vegan. You are reading that correctly: everything from the Nashville Hot Chick Sando (served with homemade coleslaw, secret sauce, and Nashville Hot Seasoning) to the Mac & Chick Combo (a Nashville Hot Chick sandwich topped with mac & cheese and the secret sauce) to the Cali Burrito (made with Impossible meat, cheese sauce, coleslaw, and fries, plus secret sauce, all wrapped in a toasted tortilla) is vegan. Using Impossible meat and bold flavors, Never Caged is there to sate the appetites worked up by an intense bowling match. Even if you’re there more to bowl than to nosh, I bet you won’t be able to resist at least ordering a side—like the fried pickles, topped with spicy seasoning and served with the secret sauce.

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Moorpark

··Vegiterranean Kitchen

481 East High St., Moorpark, CA 93021

805-523-2209

Vegan/Middle Eastern. Vegiterranean Kitchen serves Mediterranean-style appetizers, soups, salads, pita wraps, entrees, and desserts. Weekly specials include the Mediterranean sautéed veggies rice bowl and the peaceful burger made with cracked wheat and Mediterranean spices. Appetizers and soups include classic stuffed grape leaves and lentil soup as well as chickpea kibbeh (chickpea balls with cracked wheat, tahini, onions, and walnuts served with a red pepper paste sauce). All entrees are served with pita and turnip pickles and include stuffed eggplant with tahini, white bean plaki with spicy tomato and onion sauce. For dessert, options such as tahini bread and turmeric cake are available.

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Morgan Hill

··Craft Roots

17230 Monterey Rd., Morgan Hill, CA 95037

408-612-8297

Vegan/bar. Locally owned and family-friendly, 100% plant-based menu. Seasonal specials and an ever-evolving menu. Extensive craft beer and cocktail menu. Bites, salad bowls, burgers, wood-fired pizzas with desserts. Gluten-free items also available. Try a Hummus Plate, Seasonal Veggie Bowl, and Coconut Chocolate Mousse. Outdoor seating also available.

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Morro Bay

·Goddess Goods

1124 Front St., Morro Bay, CA 93442

(805) 225-5001

Vegetarian/juice bar. Goddess Goods is an almost-vegan juice bar (some items have honey, just ask) with plenty of solid and liquid options to choose from. It's easy to eat sensibly here. You can get yourself a berry bowl, hummus wrap, or a quinoa kale salad. Not interested in chewing your food? They also have over a dozen juice blends and smoothies to choose from. There are plenty of gluten-free options available as well.

··Shine Café

415 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442

(805) 771-8344

Vegan café. Shine Café is all-vegan, with plenty of gluten-free options. There are a good variety of salads, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, and smoothies to choose from. You could get a tempeh taco, Reuben, or salad. Build your own bowl or wrap if you like, or grab a smoothie to go.

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Mount Shasta

Lily's Restaurant

1013 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mount Shasta, CA 96067

(530) 926-3372

California. Set in an old, refurbished house and displaying a view of Mt. Shasta, Lily's offers several vegetarian dishes, although very few vegan meals.

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Mountain View

Amarin Thai Cuisine

174-176 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041

(650) 988-9323

Thai. Amarin Thai Cuisine offers vegetarian salads, soups, noodle dishes, and a host of curry dishes. Brown rice is available. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria

450 San Antonio Rd., Mountain View, CA 94040

(650) 961-6666

Italian. It's difficult to find an Italian restaurant that caters to vegetarians, but Amici's is one delicious exception. You can choose from various pasta dishes, salads, and sandwich options, but do not miss the thin crust, brick-oven baked pizzas, available with non-dairy cheese substitutes and fresh veggies. Try the Cholesterol Council's National Bake-off choice, the new Asante Pizza, topped with soy mozzarella, spinach, broccoli, red onions, tomatoes, and fresh basil (no tomato sauce).

··Garden Fresh

1245 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040

(650) 254-1688

Vegan/Chinese. Garden Fresh offers a variety of vegetable, tofu, and wheat-gluten dishes on their all-vegan Chinese menu. Try Grilled 'Salmon' Filet, Hundred-Layer Tofu, Stuffed Chinese Cabbage Deluxe, Black Mushroom with Bok Choy, or Vegi Chicken Chow Fun. Save room for some vegan chocolate cake or non-dairy soy ice cream. Garden Fresh in Palo Alto is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

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Nevada City

·Fudenjuce

815 Zion St., Nevada City, CA 95959

(530) 265-5282

Vegetarian/natural foods/juice bar. Fudenjuce is an eclectic all-vegetarian eatery with a focus on organic and fresh foods. Their menu includes wraps, salads, rice bowls, sandwiches, soups, and daily specials. They offer an incredible selection of fresh juices, blends, shakes, and smoothies; try the Mango Melody or Hawaiian Hula Hula. Hours may change seasonally so please call ahead.

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Newark

··Indigo Burger

5743 Stevenson Blvd., Newark, CA 94560

(510) 239-7982

Vegan/Burger Joint. They offer “In-N-Out” style burgers, sandwiches, and fries, all with house-made sauces. They also have vegan chicken, tacos, smoothies, and other drinks. The Loaded Fries with Impossible Meat Crumbles, caramelized grilled onions, jalapeños, and house nacho cheese sauce made with potatoes and carrots sound particularly inviting. From the look of things on their Instagram page, you won’t go away hungry!

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Newbury Park

··Vegan Thyme Café

2247 Michael Dr., Newbury Park, CA 91320

805-716-3088

Vegan/Asian. They have wonderfully sounding Asian style dishes as well as vegan burgers! They even make their own homemade hibiscus flower juice. For dessert you can try their coconut ice cream or their mango sticky rlce, which is seasonal. They also have six different types of curries. Vegan Thyme is available for special and private events upon request!

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Newport Beach

··Vibe Organic Kitchen and Juice

1000 Bristol St. North, Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 478-4118

Vegan/organic/fast food. Vibe Organic Kitchen and Juice serves juices, smoothies, breakfast, bowls, burgers, and sides. All menu items are gluten-free. Vibe also has a kids menu.

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North Hollywood

·Leonor's Vegetarian Mexican

11403 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91606

(818) 980-9011

Vegetarian/Mexican. Leonor's offers tostadas, tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and burritos made with soy cheese and soy "meats." It also serves pizza, sandwiches, and salads.

··Lotus Vegan

4715 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91602

(818) 760-8088

Vegan/Thai. Lotus Vegan offers an extensive menu and great prices! Enjoy all-vegan Thai cuisine along with some American dishes. With a focus on organic ingredients, Lotus Vegan uses no MSG or white sugar. Breakfast is served all day. Outdoor dining is available.

·The Juice Parlor

5658 Cahuenga Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91601

(818) 465-5933

Vegetarian/juice bar. Enjoy organic, fresh, made to order juices, smoothies, and acai bowls.

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Oakland

Curry Up Now

1745 San Pablo Ave., Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 858-7475

Indian. Vegetarian and vegan options are clearly marked on their menu. Hungry Planet's plant-based vegan chicken protein is an option in many of the dishes. Be sure to try their samosas, Hella Vegan bowl, Peace, Love, Vegan Thali platter, and much more. Several of their dishes are an Indian twist on Mexican cuisine.

·Dimond Slice Pizza

2208 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94602

510-842-8773

Vegetarian/pizzeria. Enjoy guac & chips, salad, a wide variety of mouth-watering pizza including vegan options.

··Donut Farm

6037 San Pablo Ave., Oakland, CA 94608

(510) 712-0295

Vegan/bakery/organic. Donut Farm offers organic, vegan donuts with a flavor for every taste! Flavors range from the traditional such as vanilla glaze, chocolate & blueberry, to the unusual like Matcha Organic Green Tea, Kaffir Lime Leaf Glaze & Orange Creamsicle. Stop by their shop for the hugely popular weekend vegan brunch! Donuts can also be purchased at the Pepples Donut Kiosk (open daily) located at San Francisco's Ferry Building Farmers Market. Their donuts are available around California at various cafés, restaurants, and grocery stores; for a list of locations, visit their website. Pepples main store is in North Oakland, between 60th & 61st Streets.

·Golden Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

1301 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 893-0383

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Golden Lotus is a vegetarian and mostly vegan restaurant. Enjoy spring rolls, Vietnamese veggie pancakes, carmelized "chicken," pot stickers, fried wontons, and more. Be sure to sample one of the numerous soups as well as a wide variety of creative entrées, many of which use wheat gluten and soy products. Golden Lotus is in the East Bay in downtown Oakland.

Holyland Kosher Foods

677 Rand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610

(510) 272-0535

Kosher. Enjoy salads, hummus, tabbouleh, falafel, and stuffed grape leaves while sitting indoors or enjoying the sun outside.

Ike's Place

2204 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 338-6789

Sandwich shop. See description under Cupertino, CA.

··La Veganza

6419 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94609

310-853-0037

Vegan/Mexican. La Venganza is THE “cruelty-free” taqueria, redefining the quality and authentic flavors of vegan Mexican cuisine. Founded by Raul Medina, this restaurant offers a plethora of Mexican-style vegan meals, including carnitas, carne asada, and chicharron. In 2018, Medina’s vegan tacos won the title of “best taco in all of Los Angeles” at L.A. Taco’s “Taco Madness'' competition, beating out meat taco recipes. His Vegan Mexican meals have been in some of the most well-known music festivals, including Coachella and Tropicalia. You don’t want to miss what La Venganza has to offer! They have outdoor seating available.

·Layonna Vege

443 8th St., Oakland, CA 94607

(510) 763-3168

Vegetarian/grocer. Layonna Vege is a small Asian vegetarian grocer specializing in mock meat products. They feature an extensive selection of meat substitutes including for beef, chicken, pork, duck, and seafood. They even offer mock meats in bulk (like chicken nuggets by the pound) and in bags. They also have other veggie products like noodles, seaweed, tofu foods and seasonings, rice paper, tea, and more. Layonna strives to provide fair prices and quality vegetarian foods including foods that are not genetically-modified.

··Malibu's Burgers

372 24th St., Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 879-7362

Vegan/fast food. Serving up mouthwatering burgers, fried “chicken” sandwiches, and more, this is the place to go when you want something messy and indulgent. All burgers are made with Impossible patties, Follow Your Heart cheese, and loaded with all sorts of toppings. There is even a sauce called Lizard Sauce! No burger or sandwich is complete without fries and a milkshake, and both items are on the menu. When you are hungry, Malibu’s Burgers is the place to go.

§··Millennium Restaurant

5912 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618

(510) 735-9459

Vegan/organic/gourmet. Millennium Restaurant offers gourmet, vegan cuisine in an elegant setting. Focused on sustainability, the restaurant uses organic, local, and seasonal ingredients in their ever-changing internationally-influenced menu. Enjoy the chef's 5-course tasting menu or try creative dishes such as Kale and Sea Tangle Salad, Creole Smoked Tempeh, Blue Corn Masa Tamale, Meyer Lemon Curd Pie, or Carrot Cashew Cheesecake . This upscale restaurant is located between Harwood Avenue and Chabot Road. Reservations are recommended.

··Mr. Dewie's

4184 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 858-5991

Vegan/ice cream parlor. See description under Albany, CA entry.

··Nature Vegetarian Restaurant

1116 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94607

(510) 238-9688

Vegan/Chinese. Nature Vegetarian's motto is "Your health is your wealth." They uphold this phrase by cooking without MSG and with less salt and oil. They serve authentic Chinese cuisine that is completely vegan and really delicious. Try tasty foods like Pea Sprout with Bamboo Truffle, Pumpkin Curry, Corn & Bean Cake Soup, or Veggie Kung Pao Prawn. Nature Vegetarian is a family-owned restaurant with friendly staff and inexpensive prices. They offer terrific weekday lunch specials too.

··Rico Rico Vegano

677 Rand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610

510-350-8821

Vegan/Mexican. Located in north-central Oakland, just across from Eastshore Park (near Lake Park Avenue and MacArthur Freeway), Rico Rico Vegano serves up a wide variety of Mexican fare featuring plant-based proteins (soy chorizo, soy chicken, and seitan-wheat gluten, among others) and veggies such as marinated hibiscus, sautéed zucchini, crispy fried cauliflower, sautéed cactus, and king oyster mushroom. Menu items include tacos and burritos galore, as well as a burrito bowl, salads, quesadillas, and other Mexican standards (rice, beans, chips, salsa, etc.).

··Roasted and Raw

607 14th St., Oakland, CA 94612

510-285-6052

Vegan. Serves Burgers & Wraps, House Pastas, Bowls, and Sides. Most popular items are: Vallejo Burrito (Onions, Peppers, Yucca Fries, Stewed Black Beans & Rice, Avocado, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Cheddar, Sour Cream); Orange Teriyaki Wok Stir-Fry (A Premixed Array of Wok Veggies: Broccoli, Carrots, Onions, Bok Choy); Mac & Cheese (Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Garlicky Broccoli); Curry Chickpea Ragout Bowl (Hearty Curry Stew with Chickpeas, Cast Iron Veggies, Served with Glazed Sweets and Wok Baby Kale). Sample House Pastas are Bolognese with Fettuccini, Rotini (Fettuccini or Rotini Pasta, Sautéed Veggies, House Walnut Chorizo, Hearty Marinara Sauce, Parmesan, served with Crusty Garlic Bread) and Kelp Noodle Pad Thai (Cucumber, Carrots, Red Pepper, Mint, Basil, Sweet Chili, Peanuts, Served with Crusty Garlic Bread).

··Shangri-La Vegan

4001 Linden St., Oakland, CA 94608

(510) 547-1842

4905 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94609

(510) 250-9918

Vegan/organic/macrobiotic. Shangri-La Vegan offers macrobiotic vegan food, prepared with organic ingredients. Each day’s menu is posted on their website and recorded on their voicemail. They also offer a terrific weekend lunch buffet. The restaurant encourages you to be eco-friendly (& avoid their eco-packaging charge!) by bringing your own take-out containers. Shangri-La, formerly called Manzanita, is located at 40th Street in the East Bay. They are closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Taqueria la Venganza

597 15th St., Oakland, CA 94612

510-813-1449

Vegan/Mexican. Fresh pressed tortillas and aguas frescas produced with ultra-ripe fruit are among the delicious dishes on the menu. The vegan meats are made entirely of plants, with a flavor and texture that is as near to the real thing as possible.

··Timeless Coffee

4252 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 985-1360

Vegan/bakery/café. Timeless Coffee takes pride in roasting their own coffee beans and taking pride in their product. They produce a variety of vegan baked goods available every day, and serve up fun and creative dishes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Traditionally serving up brunch or dishes like Biscuits and Gravy, the menu may also feature new specials. Be sure to check them out on social media to see their current offerings.

··Vegan Biestro Donuts

411 E 18th St., Oakland, CA 94606

(510) 839-8748

Vegan. They offer a wide variety of vegan donuts such as vanilla cream, strawberry cream, glazed, chocolate, twists, jelly, coconut, sprinkles, and even donut holes. They also offer a few pastries like apple fritters and cinnamon rolls. The shop has received raving reviews on Yelp by both vegans and non-vegans alike.

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Oceanside

··Eris Vegan Food Co.

302 Wisconsin Ave., Oceanside, CA 92054

760-529-8172

Vegan. After a day at the beach in sunny Oceanside, Eris Food Company is there to satisfy your craving for burgers, tacos, and pizza. With a casual, comfortable vibe and both indoor and outdoor seating options, Eris Food Company offers a changing menu and generous portions. Burger options include the Bam Bam Burger, served on a handmade pretzel bun with Bam Bam sauce, vegan Jack cheeze, crispy onion strings, and house-made ketchup. There are some gluten-free options as well, including the Sweet Potato Pepper Jack Tacos, made with handmade corn tortillas, sweet potato, avocado, and roasted poblanos. Their pizza flatbreads are wildly creative in both name and toppings—like the “Little Brutus” with a double garlic pizza sauce, pepperoni, seitan, mozzarella and pepper jack, jalapenos, and Bam Bam sauce.

··The Green House

212 N. Coast Hwy., Oceanside, CA 92054

(760) 529-4814

Vegan/American. The Green House serves up a variety of vegan breakfast options, sandwiches, salads, and desserts to the Oceanside community. Bagel-shop style sandwiches with vegan eggs are one of the standouts here, so be sure to try the “Today, Is a Good Day” (Your choice of bagel with “egg”, vegan cheese, and either ham or sausage). Delectable desserts include gluten-free donuts and chocolate hazelnut truffles. The shop also sells an assortment of vegan lifestyle items such as skin and hair care products from small businesses!

··The Plot Restaurant

1733 South Coast Hwy., Oceanside, CA 92054

(442) 266-8200

Vegan. Enjoy upscale food such as roasted cauliflower, sushi, farrow salad, "chicken" and waffles, and polenta with chorizo, as well as desserts including dark chocolate torte, spiced apple pie, and pineapple cherry upside cake.

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Ojai

·Farm and The Cook

339 West El Roblar, Ojai, CA 93023

(805) 640-9608

Vegetarian/organic. Monday through Friday they serve a Mexican menu for lunch and dinner including fresh corn tamales, quesadillas, Swiss chard enchiladas, and more. Be sure to request their vegan cashew cheese. On weekends they serve tofu scramble for breakfast and a wide variety of pizza in their wood stove including vegan options. They also have small plate specials.

··Hip Vegan Café

201 N Montgomery St., Ojai, CA 93023

(805) 669-6363

Vegan/organic. Hip Vegan Café offers an all-vegan and organic menu. Enjoy soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, raw foods, baked & raw desserts, and date shakes.

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Orange

··Loving Hut

237 S. Tustin St., Orange, CA 92866

(714) 464-0544

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet. This location in Orange is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Miffies Coffee

Location Varies, Orange, CA

949-241-0490

Vegan/food truck. Miffies Coffee is a plant-based mobile coffee truck. The food truck offers coffees, teas, sweet treats, and smoothies. Espresso-based coffees are served with either oat milk or coconut milk. Smoothies and smoothie bowls are available including purple power with blueberries and bananas and the breakfast punch with oatmeal and peanut butter. Baked goods such as banana bread are also available.

Rutabegorz

264 N. Glassell St, Orange, CA 92866

(714) 633-3260

Natural foods/American. See description under Fullerton, CA.

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Pacific Grove

·Julia's Vegetarian Restaurant

1180 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950

(831) 656-9533

Vegetarian/American/eclectic. Julia's Vegetarian Restaurant offers vegetarian versions of American fare. They are open for dinner only and only for a few evenings. Sunday nights are unique in that a family-style dinner is offered. Reservations are accepted. Julia's is located in the Forest Hill Shopping Center. Cash only.

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Palm Springs

··Chef Tanya's Kitchen

706 S. Eugene Rd., Palm Springs, CA 92264

(760) 832-9007

Vegan/eclectic. Chef Tanya’s Kitchen offers a selection of incredibly affordable deli sandwiches, including the Daily Grinder and the Bahn Mi and You. You can add soups and salads to your sandwich order, or enjoy them on their own. The Tasty Thai Tofu salad is a local favorite.

§··Native Foods

1775 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92264

(760) 416-0070

Vegan/natural foods/organic. This location is in Smoke Tree Village. See description under Costa Mesa, CA.

·Nature's Health Food & Café

555 S. Sunrise Way, Ste. 301, Palm Springs, CA 92264

(760) 323-9487

Vegetarian/natural foods store/café. Nature's Health Food & Café is a natural foods store with a café and juice bar. The café boasts a jungle décor and great service. Offerings include Whole Grain Pancakes, Super Sprout Salad, Tofu Mock Egg Sandwiches, Tempeh Burgers, BBQ Soy Chicken with Veggies, Tofu Steak Platter, Soy Shrimp & Broccoli, and Veggies Azteca (steamed veggies with rice, beans, and salsa). Dairy-free shakes and smoothies are also available in flavors like Almond Pecan and Date. They are located on the Southwest corner of Ramon and near Living Desert Animal Park and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.

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Palo Alto

Country Sun Natural Foods

440 S. California Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 324-9190

Natural foods store. Country Sun Natural Foods features organically grown grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables.

Curry Up Now

321 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 300-4690

Indian. See description under the Oakland, CA entry.

Hobee's Restaurant

4224 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 856-6124

Natural foods/American. Hobee's is located at Charleston and Arastradero Roads. See description under Belmont, CA.

Mollie Stone's

164 S. California Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 365-8300

Natural foods store. Located across from the train station, Mollie Stone's is a gourmet grocer with high quality produce, specialties, and natural foods. They have outdoor seating for those who wish to people-watch while they dine.

··Tane Vegan Izakaya

461 Emerson St., Palo Alto, CA 94301

650-384-6300

Vegan/Japanese. Enjoy miso soup, poke salad, tempura, Shizen shiitake, ramen bowls, sushi, and more.

Whole Foods Market

774 Emerson St., Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 326-8676

Natural foods store/deli. This gourmet natural foods deli offers 35 all-natural and organic salads. Specialty items include homemade vegetable knishes, pizzas, and vegetable sushi. There are also hot food selections, including vegan entrées, vegetable lasagna, and two daily soups. Breakfast is served and box lunches to-go are available.

··Wildseed

Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301

408-781-0112

Vegan. Enjoy dishes including Wild Mushroom Zeppole, Grilled Asparagus, the Harvest Bowl, Spicy Yellow Curry, Risotto Primavera, and several dessert options.

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Pasadena

··Coffee and Plants

62 W. Union St., Pasadena, CA 91103

626-615-1261

Vegan/coffeehouse. Their mission is "to help the planet one cup at a time!" Enjoy a wide variety of coffee and tea, as well as muffins, croissant, danish, cookies, pie, and more. They also offer an avocado sandwich and JustEgg coconut bacon sandwich during breakfast and lunch.

··My Vegan Restaurant

633 S. Arroyo Pkwy., Ste. 3, Pasadena, CA 91105

(626) 578-9017

Vegan/Thai. My Vegan Restaurant offers an extensive menu of vegan Thai cuisine. Try the Seitan Wrap, Pumpkin Fried Rice, Pineapple Curry, or the Spicy Bamboo Shoot dinner.

··Naughty Vegan

Old Towne Pasadena, 20 East Union St., Ste. 170, Pasadena, CA 91103

714-287-9093

Vegan/Chinese. The Naughty Vegan offers a 100% plant-based, Asian fusion menu. Menu items include a variety of sushi rolls and bowls as well as sides like tempura, rice, and loaded fries. Specialties include naughty rolls such as the nami nami roll with vegan shrimp tempura, sakura’s sweet potato roll with fried sweet potato tempura, and the surf & turf sunny roll with tempura shrimp. House-made seitan beef and chicken are featured in several dishes including the teriyaki chicken and beef broccoli. Located within a food court.

··Veggie Grill

200 South Lake, Pasadena, CA 91101

(626) 535-9561

Vegan/American/fast food. See description under El Segundo, CA.

··Yvonne's Vegan Kitchen

11 W. Dayton St., Pasadena, CA 91105

310-869-7181

Vegan. They sell a wide selection of Yvonne's vegan, gluten-free cakes, cookies, donuts, brownies, Vegan Cheeses, healthy snacks, and platters, and offers nationwide shipping, pick-up in Pasadena, or local delivery in Southern California.

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Paso Robles

··The Vreamery

1815 Spring St., Paso Robles, CA 93446

(805) 423-5835

Vegan. Located at Paso Market Walk, the Vreamery is the first vegan cheese shop in San Luis Obispo County. Cheeses include parmesan, smoky cheddar, mozzarella, and pepper jack. Flavored butter, creams, and dressings are also available. Shop online for delivered cheeses and cheeseboards, perfect for entertaining!

··Ziggy's

1227 Pine St., Paso Robles, CA 93446

805-221-5999

1227 Pine St., Paso Robles, CA 93446

805-221-5999

Vegan. Enjoy burgers, tacos, salads, sides, and desserts. They also offer vegan milk shakes!

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Pinole

The New Deli Café

624A San Pablo Ave., Pinole, CA 94564

(510) 724-5335

Natural foods/California-style. The New Deli Café offers many items made from scratch. Homemade salad dressings and vegetarian soups are prepared daily. The New Deli is located in the Del Monte Plaza.

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Pismo Beach

·Y’ Not Organic

897 Oak Park Blvd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449

805-270-4898

Vegetarian. Created for those who not only care for their health but also the environment. Enjoy smoothies, smoothie bowls, sandwiches, and dessert.

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Pleasant Hill

Thai Village Restaurant

670-I Gregory Ln., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

(925) 256-0289

Thai. This cozy restaurant will substitute bean curd in many of its authentic Thai dishes. Several different curries and vegetable sir-fries are served daily.

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Pleasanton

··Blossom Vegan Restaurant

4000 Pimlico Dr., Ste. 112, Pleasanton, CA 94588

(925) 399-5232

Vegan/Asian. Blossom Vegan offers inexpensive but delicious vegan meals. Enjoy dishes like Bird Nest Crispy Noodle, Spicy Green Bean Tofu, and Curry Vegetables. They also feature terrific weekday lunch specials.

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Rancho Cucamonga

··Beleaf Café

Haven City Food Mall, 8443 Haven Ave., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91703

818-912-6776

Vegan. Beleaf Café offers several healthy junk food options. Burgers are served on classic vegan buns with Impossible meat or Beleaf patties including the black bean burger, kale burger, and avocado burger. Baja-style food such as tacos and burritos are served with a house-made crunchy taco mix. Several sides are available on the menu including buffalo cauliflower wings, loaded fries, and nacho grande.

··Bright Star Vegan Thai

9819 Foothill Blvd., Unit F, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

(909) 980-9797

Vegan/Thai. Bright Star Vegan Thai features an extensive menu of traditionally-based Thai dishes -- vegan-style! Enjoy items such as Orange 'Chicken,' Pad Thai, Pineapple Curry, Sweet Chili Soy 'Fish,' and Spicy Mint Noodles Soup. Bright Star boasts a family-friendly, casual atmosphere; one of its most unique features is an open kitchen, allowing diners to view the preparation of their meals. The restaurant is accessible from Route 66.

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Redlands

··Plant Power Fast Food

450 W Stuart Ave., Ste. D130, Redlands, CA 92373

Vegan/fast food. See description under San Diego, CA entry.

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Redondo Beach

·Green Temple

1700 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90277

(310) 944-4525

Vegetarian/international/organic. The Green Temple serves a variety of cuisines, including Mexican, Italian, and classic American, all vegetarian. Their menu features soups, salads, quesadillas, sides, and sandwiches. Entrées include Tofu Steamers (brown rice, tofu & veggies) and Shepard's Gold (a baked Yukon Gold potato topped with vegetables, crumbled veggie burger & mushroom gravy). They care about sustainability and use organic, local, and seasonal ingredients as much as possible. Many dishes can be ordered as a Jr. portion which is less food and less expensive. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

·Happy Veggie

709 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach, CA 90277

(310) 379-5035

Vegetarian/Asian. Happy Veggie is a family-owned vegetarian restaurant offering Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisines. They make their own soy mockmeat with whole grains & vegetables, marinated in a special blend of hand-ground spices. Entrées include Lemon Grass 'Chicken,' Grilled 'Fish' Dinner, Pad Thai, Curry Vegetable Masala, and Clay Pot Tofu. Almost entirely vegan, Happy Veggie offers a relaxed, casual environment with friendly service. The restaurant is located in the Albertson Shopping Center at the corner of 190th & N. Pacific Coast Highway. They are closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Lil’ Vegerie

800 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Unit 6A, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

310-504-0236

Vegan. Besides being vegan, Lil’Vegerie is also gluten- and soy-free. Here are a few of their large selection of Bowls. Mushroom Carne Asada has cilantro-marinated portobellos, black beans, Pico, Guac, chipotle, and cashew crema. Goddess offers roasted butternut squash, broccoli, cauliflower, beet hummus, quinoa, maple tahini sauce, and pumpkin seeds. Coconut Pumpkin Curry showcases slow-cooked veggies and wild rice, while BBQ Jackfruit features lemon garlic broccoli, barbecue jackfruit, roasted carrots, sautéed kale, and potato hash. Kid Potato Bowls are all based on potato hash, with either, chickpea tuna, barbecue jackfruit, or rice and beans. One of their several Salad options is Harvest, offering broccoli, coconut bacon strips, strawberries, pear, candied walnuts, homemade vegan goat cheese, and dijon vinaigrette. Cream of Potato Soup is garnished with avocado and ancho. Ready for Dessert Cups? There’s sea-salted Dark Chocolate Ganache and Blueberry Cheesecake with lavender and pistachio.

Rakkan Ramen

629 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach, CA 90277

(310) 543-0586

Japanese. See description under Los Angeles, CA entry.

··The Grain Café

715 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach, CA 90277

424-304-2694

Vegan café. With an emphasis on natural, organic foods, and offering a diverse menu that includes pizza, crepes, and Mediterranean and Mexican dishes, there is something for everyone at The Grain Café. For those who really like to have options, you can select from The Grain Food, where you can mix and match from selections of veggies, grains/beans, plant proteins, and dressings/sauces to create a dish that is exactly what you want. Favorite crepes include the Chocolate Crepe made with chocolate mousse and strawberry and the Tropical Crepe, which includes mango, strawberries, kiwi, blackberries, and banana. You can even order a full-sized cake, choosing from flavors that include Tres Leche, Green Tea, and Berries & Almond. Considering all of these options as well as a robust beverage menu with lattes, teas, juices, and smoothies, you will want to make multiple trips to The Grain Café in order to try everything!

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Redwood City

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria

226 Redwood Shores Pkwy., Redwood City, CA 94065

(650) 654-3333

Italian. See description under Mountain View, CA

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Reseda

·Garden Wok

6117 Reseda Blvd., Reseda, CA 91335

(818) 881-8886

Vegetarian/Chinese. The menu at this small, family-owned restaurant makes good use of mock meats, tofu, mushrooms, and other vegetables prepared wok-style. Offerings include Chicken Drum Sticks, Curry Veggie Beef, Veggie Meat Balls, Kung Pao Veggie Squid, and for dessert, Soy Delicious ice cream.

··Vinh Loi Tofu

18625 Sherman Way, #101, Reseda, CA 91335

(818) 996-9779

Vegan/Vietnamese. Vinh Loi Tofu is a café as well as a tofu factory. The fresh soymilk, tofu, and tofu custard made daily are reason enough to come here and yet there are delicious dishes to try as well. From curry to Vietnamese soup, each dish is made with care. Although it's mostly take-out, there are a few tables if you want to eat in. Only cash is accepted, however, there is an ATM on site.

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Riverside

··Monty's Good Burger

3605 Market St., Riverside, CA 92501

Vegan/Burger Joint. See description under Los Angeles, CA entry.

·Oasis Vegetarian Café

11550 Pierce St., Riverside, CA 92505

(951) 688-5423

Vegetarian. Oasis serves all vegetarian burgers and Latin American cuisine. It adjoins a vegetarian food market. Menu items include the Garden Supreme burger, pupusas (corn tortillas filled with vegetables), carnitas (soy "pork" burritos), tamales (stuffed corn husks), French fries, and many vegetarian sandwiches.

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Rocklin

··Pho Vegan Asian Cuisine

6661 Stanford Ranch Rd. E., Rocklin, CA 95677

916-259-1588

Vegan/Asian. Huge menu of 100% vegan interpretations of classic Asian dishes including appetizers, soups, noodles, rice plates, desserts, and drinks. Gluten-free and oil free menu items are also available.

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Rohnert Park

·Amy's Drive Thru

58 Golf Course Drive West, Rohnert Park, CA 94928

(707) 755-3629

Vegetarian/fast food. Enjoy veggie burgers, mac 'n cheese, burritos, pizza, salads, fries, non-dairy milk shakes, and much more. Vegan versions of almost every item are available! They also have gluten-free options. Organic ingredients are used. You can drive-thru and pick up your mail as well.

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Rowland Heights

·Happy Family Vegetarian Restaurant

1015 Nogales St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748

(626) 965-9923

Vegetarian/Chinese. See description under Monterey Park, CA.

··House of Fortune

18425 Colima Rd. (Upstairs), Rowland Heights, CA 91748

626-269-0999

Vegan/Chinese. See description under Chino, CA entry.

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Sacramento

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Auburn, Davis, and Fair Oaks.)

·Andy Nguyen's Vegetarian Restaurant

2007 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95818

(916) 736-1157

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Andy Nguyen's prides itself on fresh ingredients and bold flavors. They offer many mock meat dishes. The owner underwent a spiritual transformation after visiting the tree in India where Buddha found enlightenment. After this, she changed the restaurant to be completely vegetarian.

··Anna’s Vegan Café

3500 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820

916-451-6842

Vegan/Asian. A cozy, quiet eatery in the heart of Oak Park offering a wide variety of Pan-Asian fare. The entire menu is vegan, and some items are gluten-free. Some customer favorites include Eggplant Basil, Vegetables Chow Mein, Mixed Vegetables with Tofu, Lucky Lemongrass Tofu, Curry Delight Clay Pot, Chow Mein Wonder, and Mongolian Wonder. The food was consistently reported as being perfectly seasoned, fresh, and flavorful, served in jumbo-sized portions. There are lunch specials available on select weekdays. Please note that there is a small dining space with high chairs if needed, with parking available at the back and the side of the building. In addition, they are handicap-accessible.

··Babes

2417 J St., Sacramento, CA 95816

(916) 476-4519

Vegan/ice cream parlor. The first thing you will notice walking through the doors of Babes is a painting of a pink bulldog eyeing a sprinkled donut, adding to the fun atmosphere. All ice cream flavors start with a coconut base and the donuts are made out of a special mix of gluten-free flours Babes developed itself. Eight to ten ice cream flavors rotate daily and nine flavors of donuts change monthly. There are various kinds of ice cream to choose from, so if you want something chocolatey, fruity, or a flavor in between, Babes will have it. Some flavors include cookie dough, mint chip, chocolate peanut butter, pistachio, creamsicle, and raspberry lemon sorbet. As for the donuts, there are classic flavors like chocolate sprinkle and apple fritter, but also more unique ones such as maple pecan, blueberry lemon, and carrot donut hole. If you can’t decide between two of life's greatest desserts: ice cream and donuts, go to Babes, they are offering the best of both worlds.

··Bambi Vegan Tacos

1725 I St., Sacramento, CA 95811

916-942-9993

Vegan/Mexican. This Mexican-fusion restaurant is a completely vegan taco joint with a vivacious and welcoming atmosphere. They make every meal from scratch, using the freshest vegetables they can find. You can be sure when ordering from Bambi Vegan Tacos that you aren’t ordering anything processed. They offer tacos, starters, and plenty of other delicious small plates. In addition to excellent vegan food, Bambi also has a full bar ready to make your favorite cocktail, while also offering innovative drinks with adaptogens and other herbal and non-alcoholic ingredients. They have seasonal specials that include pineapple upside-down cake, banana peanut butter cupcakes topped with vegan bacon bits, and zesty avocado verde salsa. Find them on Instagram @bambivegantacos.

Beast and Bounty

1701 R St., Sacramento, CA 95811

(916) 244-4016

American/eclectic. Their motto is "Bringing the meat-eater and vegetarian together." If you're looking for higher-end dining experience to share with friends or family who simply won't do vegetarian, Beast and Bounty should satisfy everyone. Try the Soyrizo Bowl, Watermelon Salad, Grain and Squash Bowl, Bounty Burger, Roasted Celery Root, and more.

·Bodhi Bowl

6511 Savings Pl. #100, Sacramento, CA 95828

916-428-4160

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Throughout their menu, Bodhi Bowl sprinkles uplifting notes like “Only when we have compassion for all beings will we have true peace.” Some vegan Appetizer/Salad offerings are green Papaya Salad (Goi Tri Tuck) with soy jerky, coriander, mint, roasted peanuts, and a special soy sauce, or, on the path to awakening, there’s Enlightening Spring Rolls (Goi Cuan Lien Hoa) with grilled soy beef, lettuce, mint, pickled carrot and daikon in rice paper with peanut sauce. Need a little tenderness? One of the several vegan Side Dishes is Kindness Hot and Sour Soup (Canh Chua Bo Thi) with mushroom, celery, okra, bean sprouts, tomato, pineapple, and coriander in a tamarind base, or Mantra Plate (Rau Xao Tinh Tan) with Bok Choy, Cabbage, Mustard greens, tofu, mushrooms, and stir-fried ginger. Two of their many vegan Noodle dishes are Purity Noodle (Bun Bi Vo N Heim)--rice noodles with sweet potato, tofu, pickled veggies, peanuts, cucumber, and veggie fish sauce or Hue Style Noodle (Bun Hue Thanh Tinh) with lemongrass broth, tofu, veggie ham and beef, shiitake mushrooms, bean sprouts, and more. One of their many vegan Rice dishes is Meditation Plate (Com Dai Thien Na) featuring fried veggie tuna with sauce, sesame seeds, steamed rice, veggies, and soup. For Dessert there’s vegan Tofu Pudding (Dau Hu Lanh).

··Burger Patch

2301 K St., Sacramento, CA 95816

(916) 750-4200

Vegan. The Burger Patch is an all vegan burger joint. In addition to regular burgers (and double-patty burgers), they serve a BBQ burger and a chicken sandwich. They have deliciously seasoned fries with homemade dipping sauces including a secret sauce. If you have a sweet tooth, enjoy a chocolate milkshake or a chocolate chip cookie. In addition to their storefront, they have a stand at the Golden 1 Center Arena. Grab a burger next time you are enjoying a Kings game or a concert!

··Conscious Creamery

The Gelateria, 3400 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95817

916-407-1175

Vegan/ice cream parlor. Situated in a shipping container style building in the trendy Oak Park neighborhood, Conscious Creamery gelateria specializes in handcrafting vegan ice cream. They offer creamy gelato style vegan ice cream by the pint, in cones, or in ice cream bars, sundaes, and shakes, and even a vanilla fudge gelato taco. Although they have a few regularly recurring flavors, their menu constantly rotates, as they always offer several small batches of new flavors, based on seasonally available local produce. Apart from the ingredients available locally, they source cocoa, vanilla etc. organic and fair-trade wherever possible and avoid artificial fillers, artificial stabilizers, artificial flavors and artificial colors, as well as animal products, soy, and gluten; their gelato is based around cashews and vegan sugar or maple syrup, with nuts, seeds, and fruits added for flavorings. They also extend their environmentally friendly ethos to their biodegradable cups and spoons, and cases for catering that require no electricity or gas generators.

Ernesto's Mexican Food

1901 16th St., Sacramento, CA 95811

(916) 441-5850

Mexican. Ernesto's Mexican Food is a festive restaurant with beautiful outdoor seating. Helpful servers will point out vegetarian options, such as Frida's Fajitas, the Navajo Bonanza Burrito, and Navajo Quesadillas. They never use lard, and the refried beans are vegan. Ernesto's is at the corner of 16th and S Streets.

Fox and Goose Public House

"The Building", 1001 R St., Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 443-8825

Pub. This authentic British pub serves a plentiful array of vegan and vegetarian breakfast and lunch items, including pastries, vegetarian black bean chili and many homemade desserts.

··Himalaya Vegan Organic Restaurant

4160 Northgate Blvd., Ste. 4, Sacramento, CA 95834

916-622-5728

Vegan. Their menu changes daily; however, enjoy dishes such as yellow split pea vegetable soup; red lentils with onion and ginger; collard greens and kale with onion and shiitake mushroom sauce; coconut pie; key lime pie, etc.

·Huong Sen Tofu

6830 Stockton Blvd. #155, Sacramento, CA 95823

916-391-8282

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. This restaurant is within a Vietnamese shop and is particularly known for its exceptional tofu dishes, which highlight a variety of flavors and textures. Despite using the same ingredient in most of its offerings, each tofu creation provides a distinct taste experience, keeping the menu fresh and exciting. However, diners can enjoy an array of other culinary options, including curry, Chinese dishes, and Indian fare. A standout recommendation from reviewers is the banana egg roll, but other unique offerings include the tofu pho and seaweed tofu.

·Mother Restaurant

2319 K St.. B, Sacramento, CA 95816

Vegetarian/international. Mother Restaurant focuses on seasonal, local food. Vegan Small Plates include Broccolini Adobo with roasted red onion and toasted garlic; Turmeric Hummus with house made maneesh (Middle Eastern flatbread), green olives, and apricot chipotle chutney; as well as Coconut Lime Collard Greens with toasted garlic and Hot Sauce. Mushroom Po'Boy is a vegan Sandwich with shaved iceberg lettuce, Remoulade, Coriander Pickles, Hot Sauce, and lemon. One of their Vegan Full Plates is Kuri Kuri Curry--red pumpkin curry with roasted red onion, cauliflower, butternut squash, shugg (a blend of herbs, chilies and toasted spices), and cilantro rice. There are also some dishes which can be requested to be made vegan. Nut patties, focaccia, avocado, maneesh, and falafel may be added to Small Plates, Plates, and Sandwiches. For dessert, there’s vegan Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies made with Tahini--no seed oils.

··Noble Vegetarian Restaurant

5049 College Oak Dr., Ste. A, Sacramento, CA 95841

(916) 334-6060

Vegan/Vietnamese. Offering Vietnamese food, Noble Vegetarian offers a casual atmosphere and an extensive take-out menu. The menu features food with eclectic names such as Ocean of Love Fried Vegefish (tomatoes, cucumbers, salad with fried 'vegefish' wrapped in seaweed with ginger sauce) and vegan versions of Vietnamese staples such as fried rice and wonton soup. Reservations are accepted.

··Plant Power Fast Food

1100 R St., Sacramento, CA 95811

Vegan/fast food. See description under San Diego, CA entry

Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op

2820 R St., Sacramento, CA 95816

(916) 455-2667

Natural foods store. Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op features a variety of soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods.

·Veg Cafe & Bar

2431 J St, 2nd Floor, Sacramento, CA 95816

(916) 448-8768

Vegetarian/café/bar. This cafe and bar is vegetarian. Nearly everything on the menu has the option to be made vegan or gluten free. Please note that the “vegan” icon on the menu means the food can be prepared vegan if you ask; if you do not ask, it will be vegetarian. The menu includes breakfast and lunch items with Indian flavors such as Naan pizza, curry bowls, and lentil turmeric crepes stuffed with scrambled tofu. They can make most coffee drinks and also have house brewed chai tea. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday they are open late into the evening with a full bar and snacks. They have space for private parties or private cooking classes with small or medium sized groups, if booked in advance.

··Vegan Deadly Sins

900 15th St., Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 389-0669

Vegan/Chinese. Offers a wide variety of vegan Chinese cuisine including bowls, hot soups, rolls, tofu dishes, vegan meat dishes, chow mein, ramen, rice, and more! Noted for being flavorful and great for non-vegans too!

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Salinas

Ike's Place

1822 N. Main St., Salinas, CA 93906

(831) 449-4000

Sandwich shop. See description under Cupertino, CA.

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San Bernardino

··Café Organix

420 E. Hospitality Ln., Ste. A10, San Bernardino, CA 92408

(909) 520-9196

Vegan/American. Aspiring to help evolve the expansion of veganism, Café Organix’s mission is to assist in ending food deserts in the Black and Brown communities. From breakfast sandwiches to burgers and tacos, Café Organix’s options will surely have your taste buds excited.

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San Bruno

··Hangry Planet

1199 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066

415-752-7488

Vegan. Wandering the aisles and scrutinizing labels can make a trip to the convenience store anything but quick-and-easy when on the hunt for vegan snacks. But if your weekend road trip takes you in the vicinity of San Bruno, California, you are in luck, because San Bruno is the home of Hangry Planet, a 24-hour vegan convenience store. Located in a Shell gas station, Hangry Planet offers what one would expect at a convenience mart—but veganized—including chocolate sprinkle donuts, personal pizzas and hand pies, corn nuts, instant soups, gum and candy like the vegan-friendly Swedish Fish, and vanilla Oatly soft-serve. And in case you need extra motivation to snack: Hangry Planet reports that 10% of every sale is donated to charities that support animal and human rights.

··Vegan Mob

1199 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066

628-628-0281

Vegan. Vegan gumbo. vegan nachos, vegan BBQ burritos. What's not to love? And if that doesn't get your mouth watering, follow them on Instagram at @Officialveganmob, and that should do it.

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San Diego

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Encinitas and La Jolla.)

··Ben & Esther's

6663 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115

619-467-7825

Vegan/deli. Ben & Esther’s makes eating a bagel sandwich so easy. They have a variety of bagel sandwiches; between the vegan whitefish bagel and the not-lox bagel, there is a huge variety. You can also purchase deli items by the pound and try one of their desserts! Ben & Esther’s has a family-friendly lunch atmosphere with something to eat for everyone.

Café Athena

1846 Garnet Ave., San Diego, CA 92109

(858) 274-1140

Mediterranean/Greek. This Greek-style restaurant offers plenty of vegan options, and they're clearly marked with a "V" symbol. Try Skordalia (a spread made of potato and garlic blended with cilantro), Manitaria (smoked mushrooms blended with sweet peppers), lentil soup, marinated artichoke salad, or Iman Bayaldi (eggplant stuffed with raisins, walnuts, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and cilantro, topped with tomato sauce).

··Choice Juicery

17135 Camino Del Sur, Ste. 125, San Diego, CA 92127

(858) 832-7905

Vegan/juice bar/café. See description under Carlsbad, CA entry.

Civico

1845 India St., San Diego, CA 92101

(619) 431-5990

Italian. Civico is where you’ll say good-bye to mama’s classic spaghetti and mama-mia! to a new variety of flavorful Italian favorites. Gluten-free and vegan pals won’t have to miss out, as they offer a separate 100% vegan menu and a plethora of gluten free choices. Next time you’re in the San Diego area, bring a friend and try one of their popular, gluten free vegan raviolis.

··Donna Jean

2611 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92104

(619) 299-5500

Vegan. Donna Jean is a restaurant concept created to show patrons how creative and delicious plant based cuisine can be. Their iron skillet mac n’ cheese has been named one of the best vegan macs around. They have handcrafted pizzas, decadent pastas, and plenty of gluten free options. Donna Jean does brunch the right way with pumpkin chai pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and espresso French toast. Reservations are not required, but recommended for this popular vegan spot!

··Evolution Fast Food

2611 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92104

(619) 550-1818

Vegan/fast food. Evolution Fast Food offers the typical fast food menu of burgers, fries, and shakes, with the only difference being that their menu is completely vegan! They show their commitment to sustainability and community by working with local farmers and businesses, using biodegradable packaging, recycling their cooking oil into bio-fuel, and making food deliveries by bicycle.

·Gelato Vero Caffé

3753 India St., San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 295-9269

Vegetarian/coffeehouse. The menu is limited at this coffeehouse and gelato shop, but soups, salads, and fresh breads are available daily.

··Grains

2201 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA 92116

619-269-5999

Vegan. Grains is a restaurant where East meets West in many fusion dishes. There are a variety of options from drinks, appetizers, salads, to main courses. Some examples of appetizers are Tokyo Fries (crispy fries topped with crunch tempura flakes, wasabi cream, sweet soy, sesame seeds, and seaweed), Dragon Balls (crisp and chewy sesame balls filled with red bean paste), and Buffalo Cauliflower (served with vegan ranch, fresh carrots, celery). Some examples of main courses are Tom Kah Soup (Coconut broth + lime juice + lemongrass + galangal + tofu + mushrooms + carrots + onions + cherry tomatoes + kaffir lime leaves + scallion + cilantro served with Jasmine wild rice) and Philly Cheese Sandwich (Mushrooms + bell peppers + caramelized onions + vegan cheese). They are located in the pocket neighborhood of University Heights in San Diego.

Jimbo's Naturally

12841 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130

(858) 793-7755

10511 4S Commons Dr., Ste. 155, San Diego, CA 92127

(858) 432-7755

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Carlsbad, CA.

·Jyoti Bihanga

3351 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA 92116

(619) 282-4116

Vegetarian/natural foods. Jyoti Bihanga offers excellent vegetarian and macrobiotic foods in a serene atmosphere with a fountain, high arched ceiling, and 15-foot windows. Sample daily specials, homemade soups and desserts, and an all-you-can-eat Saturday breakfast buffet.

··Kindred

1503 30th St., San Diego, CA 92102

(619) 546-9653

Vegan/eclectic. Located in South Park, Kindred boasts a wide selection of vegan cocktails. The menu features a number of classic dishes made vegan. Snack selections include Fried Pickles and Seitan Skewers. Main dishes range from the Memphis BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich to the Beet Risotto. Be sure to check out the weekend brunch menu, too. They are open late.

··Loving Hut

1905 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92104

(619) 683-9490

9928 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92131

(858) 578-8885

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet. The restaurant on El Cajon is located in the Hillside Village Shopping Center in the University Heights area. Both San Diego locations of Loving Hut are closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Maya's Cookies

4760 Mission Gorge Pl., Ste. G, San Diego, CA 92120

(858) 265-9957

Vegan/bakery. They sell a large selection of cookies, including Classic Chocolate Chip, Snickerdoodle, White Chocolate Macadamia and Drunken Grandma. They also have wheat free cookies including Chocolate Chip S'mores, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip and Wheat Free Drunken Grandma. Finally they offer specific “collections” like The Pride Collection, The Graduation Collection and The Father's Day Collection

··Mothership

2310 30th St., San Diego, CA 92104

619-630-2187

Vegan/bar. Reserve a 2- to 6-person table (there is also a walk-in option but you may only get space at the bar if at all) for a 90-minute experience at this themed (Sci fi meets tropical tiki) bar. Everything, from the menus, to the presentation of the cocktails and tapas dishes, to the bathrooms, has been carefully selected to contribute to the ambience. Most cocktails and zero-proof mocktails are based around tropical fruit juices, coconut, and different Caribbean rums and liqueurs, combined with different herbs and even (in the Zero Proof Stun Ray) Szechuan peppers, and are served with unique and fun garnishes and decorations. The tapas-style shareable food is eclectic and innovative, leaning towards Asian fusion. For example, the “Potato” dish features scallion latkes served on a bed of kimchi cream cheese, with Japanese cucumber and black radish.

·Ocean Beach Organic Food Market & Deli

4765 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA 92107

(619) 224-1387

Vegetarian/natural foods store deli. This deli in a health food store features vegan and raw foods. There is also a great selection of organic produce, cold salads, soups, entrées, sandwiches, baked goods, and desserts.

··One WorldBeat Café

2100 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

619-230-1190

Vegan. One WorldBeat Café serves flavors from all over the diaspora. From Louisiana Creole Gumbo to Costa Chica chili and African-inspired dishes, the menu offers an endless array of dishes. In addition to the more elaborate meals, the café also features simpler yet equally intricate sandwiches and burritos.

··Peace Pies

4230 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA 92107

(619) 223-2880

Vegan/raw foods/organic. Peace Pies is located in the Ocean Beach area of San Diego. Peace Pies is "changing the world one slice at a time." They offer vegan, raw foods that are organic and locally-sourced. Additionally, they practice a zero-waste policy which includes composting all of their food scraps and using earth-friendly packaging.

··Plant Power Fast Food

2204 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107

(619) 450-6845

San Diego State University, 5842 Hardy Ave., San Diego, CA 92115

619) 542-9393 *Err*

Vegan/fast food. Plant Power Fast Food is a vegan fast food joint. Try out a classic burger or one of their signature burgers including The Holy Guacamole. Also enjoy Buffalo Wings, Fiesta Salad, a 'Chicken' Wrap, and more No matter your fast food craving, Plant Power Fast Food has a delicious veganized version of traditional fast food menu items.

·Plumeria

4661 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92116

(619) 269-9989

Vegetarian/Thai. Located in the heart of San Diego's University Height, Plumeria serves fresh and organic Asian-inspired vegan and vegetarian cuisine. The only animal products served at Plumeria are optional eggs in some dishes. All dishes are free of MSG and the soy products are non-GMO and gluten-free. Additionally, all entrées that come with rice are served with a mixture of half jasmine rice and half brown rice.

·Rasraj Restaurant

9252 Miramar Rd., San Diego, CA 92126

858-689-6919

Vegetarian/Indian. Rasraj Restaurant is a casual dining restaurant offering traditional Indian and Indian fusion food, sweets, and snacks; all the stocks, sauces, breads, pastries, and ice cream are made from scratch daily. The hundreds of offerings include the following: Chat Corner, Thali, Desi Chinese, Dosa, Wraps & Frankies, North Indian, Snacks, Sizzlers, Roti/Bread, Sweets, Farsans, and Kulfi.

·Sattvik Foods

8650 Miramar Rd., Ste. B, San Diego, CA 92126

858-568-1306

Vegetarian/Indian. Sattvik is a traditional Indian eatery that serves a variety of street food including chana masala, gobi Manchurian, samosa chaat, hara bhara kebab, plus more.

·Second Nature

5026 Cass St., San Diego, CA 92109

(858) 247-5236

Vegetarian. Brunch items include granola Acai bowls. For lunch you can try Chiopotle Lime Cauliflower Tacos, Mediterranean Salad, or a veggie burger. Start dinner off with Roasted Baby Carrots or Green Hummus Plate. Enjoy a Buccah Quinoa Salad along with main dishes such as Southern Gumbo or Pulled Jackfruit Barbecue Sandwich.

·Sipz Fusion Café

5501 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92117

(858) 279-3747

3914 30th St., San Diego, CA 92104

(619) 795-2889

Vegetarian/Asian Fusion. Sipz Fusion Café offers vegetarian dishes that are inexpensive and tasty. All meals are served in 'bowlz' including soups, salads, noodles, rice, and main entrées. Sipz uses tofu and soy meat substitutes in their mostly vegan menu.

··Starry Lane Bakery

3925 4th Ave., San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 328-0500

Vegan/bakery. Starry Lane Bakery is a vegan, allergy-conscious, bakery. Serving everything from cookies and cupcakes to bread, brownies, and bars. Transparency is key there, which is why the ingredients for each item are located on their website at the bottom of the menu page. They even sell raw cookie dough and muffin batters so you can make these treats at home!

··Superbloom

Mission Bay Beach Club, 22688 E. Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109

858-201-7551

Vegan/coffeehouse/café. What about coffee with a view? Superbloom at Mission Bay Beach Club is the ideal getaway with its waterfront scenery to the great track for bike rides and bay excursions, and a playground close by for the youngsters. They provide vegan coffee made locally, tea, smoothies, as well as a lunch menu that includes vegan scones, croissants, and ice cream sandwiches. The atmosphere is unrivaled with the outdoor patio and you can also take photos near the bay's fire or the polka dot drip wall. There’s also a rental/retail shop and ice cream cart.

··Tacotarian

4332 30th St., San Diego, CA 92104

619-432-1815

Vegan/Mexican. Authentic style Mexican delicious food with great presentation. Lots of unique tacos made with vegan meat. Also enjoy burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, desserts, and more.

··The Purple Mint

4616 El Cajon Blvd. #3, San Diego, CA 92115

(619) 280-3388

Vegan. The Purple Mint serves many different options of Vietnamese entrées, starters, noodle soups, salads, and vegan milk iced teas. One of their most popular entrees is the “black rice pasta in coconut milk,” along with many of their dishes, most are made with coconut milk for the flavor and extra creaminess in the dishes. They even have vegan orange “chicken!”

··The Village

2611 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92104

619-255-5060

Vegan. Their menu boasts a great variety of vegan Mexican and Japanese favorites; so whether you are looking for some delicious tacos or fresh vegan sushi, they've got you covered. Starters include guacamole, Elote (street corn), nachos, and calamari (breaded coconut with A La Diabla Sauce). Three different Bowls (Fajitas – Mexican rice, portobello mushrooms, greens, grilled bell peppers/onion, corn, chipotle). Pozole (traditional Mexican stew). Seventeen entrees include Potato Roll Tacos, Veggie Burrito, and Mushroom Fajitas (grilled portobello mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, corn, side of rice, beans, guacamole, Pico de Gallo, corn tortillas).

··The Yasai

4646 Convoy St. #101-A, San Diego, CA 92111

2254 India St., San Diego, CA 92101

(858) 771-7254

Vegan/Japanese. This vegan Japanese restaurant features Housemade Tofu Chawanmushi, as well as dishes such as Japanese BBQ Corn on the Cob, Garlic Edamame, Seaweed Salad, Tempura Kabocha Roll, Curry Ramen, and more.

··Veganic Thai Café

1417 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 230-5540

Vegan/Thai. Veganic Thai Cafe offers an extensive menu including appetizers, soups, curries (including pumpkin!), noodles & rice, and stir fry. Drunken noodles with mock duck or beef are customer favorites. The curries are also quite popular. Mock seafood, including squid, shrimp, and abalone are also available.

locations

San Francisco

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Berkeley, Campbell, Concord, Cupertino, Fremont, Mountain View, Oakland, Palo Alto, Pleasant Hill, San Mateo, San Rafael, Soquel, and Sunnyvale.)

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria

2200 Lombard St., San Francisco, CA 94123

(415) 885-4500

Italian. See description under Mountain View, CA.

·Amy's Drive Thru

San Francisco International Airport, Harvey Milk Terminal 1B, San Francisco, CA 94128

(415) 527-3970

Vegetarian/fast food. Located near Gate B6 in the Harvey Milk Terminal 1B of San Francisco International Airport. Enjoy veggie burgers, mac 'n cheese, burritos, pizza, salads, fries, non-dairy milk shakes, and much more. Vegan versions of almost every item are available! They also have gluten-free options. Organic ingredients are used.

·Ananda Fuara

475 6th St., San Francisco, CA 94103

628-225-8513

Vegetarian/international. Ananda Fuara is a Sri Chinmoy vegetarian restaurant that offers sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, and more! Vegan foods include the BBQ Tofu Burger, Enchanted Garden Salad, and Roasted Vegetable Ravioli. They also have an extensive selection of baked goods with many vegan desserts. Don't miss their popular weekend brunch! Ananda Fuara is located across the street from the Bill Graham Civic Center.

··Beach'n SF

4300 Judah St., San Francisco, CA 94122

415-682-4961

Vegan/coffeehouse. Beach’n SF is a vegan coffee bar and brunch and lunch restaurant. Breakfast is served all day and includes breakfast burritos with guacamole and hash cake bites as well as French toast topped with seasonal fruit. Lunch items include buffalo mac’n cheeze made with house-made sauce; a beach’n crunch wrap with refried beans, guacamole, house-made cheese sauce, and pickled jalapenos; and tofu sunset banh mi made with tofu marinated in a ginger-lime vinaigrette and topped with pickled carrots and jalapenos. Salads and sides are also available including Caesar salad, fries, and deep-fried Brussel sprouts.

·Beloved Café

3338 24th St., San Francisco, CA 94110

415-800-6546

Vegetarian/organic/café/teahouse. Beloved Café is an organic plant-based restaurant and tea bar. Their menu is mostly vegan with the exception of honey in some items. The menu varies according to seasonally available items from local farmers. Favorite main dishes include the quinoa bowl, dal soup, and stuffed delicata squash. A variety of smoothie bowls and hot drinks such as teas and herbal lattes are available. Some of the sweet items are naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup such as the masala cacao ball and the raw vegan cheesecake.

·Besharam

Minnesota Street Project, 1275 Minnesota St., San Francisco, CA 94107

415-580-7662

Vegetarian/Indian. Located inside an art gallery, they offer a wide variety of vegetarian Gujarati Indian dishes.

··Cha-Ya

762 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 252-7825

Vegan/Japanese. Cha-Ya is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. The restaurant is located in the Mission District of San Francisco. Cash only. See description under Berkeley, CA.

Curry Up Now

659 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 504-3631

Indian. See description under the Oakland, CA entry.

CyBelles Front Room

1385 9th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 665-8088

American/pizza. CyBelles Front Room offers a dedicated vegan menu featuring salads and breadsticks, sandwiches and nachos, and even lasagna. Of course, pizza is the big draw, and they have vegan pizzas too, including specialties and build-your-owns.

·Earthbar

2055-A Union St., San Francisco, CA 94123

(415) 409-6917

Vegetarian/juice bar. See description under Los Angeles, CA entry.

··Enjoy Vegetarian Restaurant

754 Kirkham St., San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 682-0826

839 Kearny St., San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 956-7868

Vegan/Chinese. Enjoy Vegetarian Restaurant offers an extensive menu of vegan Chinese cuisine at great prices. Their many mock meats are made of soy products, yam, mushroom, or wheat gluten, and their dishes do not contain onion, garlic, or MSG. The Kirkham location is at 12th in the Sunset District and is closed on Monday. The Kearny location is at Washington in Chinatown. The Geary location is at 18th in Richmond. All Enjoy restaurants are closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Golden Era Vegan Restaurant

395 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102

(415) 487-8687

Vegan/Vietnamese. Golden Era is completely vegan. They offer a great menu of appetizers, soups, noodles, rice dishes, entrées, and desserts. Try the Vietnamese crepes, carmelized "chicken," or pineapple "salmon." Finish your meal with Vegan Mocha Chocolate Cake, Caramel Flan, or a Salted Plum Lemonade.

·Greens Restaurant

2 Marina Blvd., Fort Mason, Bldg. A, San Francisco, CA 94123

(415) 771-6222

Vegetarian. Located in an old army warehouse, Greens offers beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay and the Coastal Mountain Range. Their menu includes salads, soups, appetizers, sandwiches, entrées, pizza, pasta, breakfast items, pastries, and desserts. Try some of their more unique dishes, such as the Sri Lankan Curry, Eggplant Gratin, and the Greens Asian Scramble. Reservations recommended.

··Indochine Vegan

508 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 701-0700

Vegan. Local art displayed in this restaurant create an elegant charm for diners. Start off with the vegan sushi, such as the Fresh Spring Roll with organic tofu, vermicelli, lettuce and fresh herbs. They also offer house favorites such as the Korean Bibimbap with sautéed organic tofu, vegan ham with ginger, soy bean sprout, spinach, carrot and zucchini. Diners can also treat themselves to vegan desserts like the Banana Split.

·Judahlicious

3906 Judah St., San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 665-8423

Vegetarian/natural foods/organic/juice bar. Judahlicious is a vegetarian eatery and juice bar that is mostly vegan and organic. Try the Sem Sandwich, a whole wheat pita full of housemade hummus, pineapple, sprouts, veggies, cashew cream, and vegan parmesan. Their raw Dahnu Wrap is extremely popular and contains almond paté, marinated kale, cashew cream, and sun-dried tomato sauce wrapped in a housemade flax seed tortilla. Judahlicious is located at Sunset. Outdoor seating is available.

··Loving Hut

524 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 731-1957

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet. Loving Hut on Market is on the Concourse level of the Westfield San Francisco Centre. Loving Hut on Irving is in the Inner Sunset area.

··Lucky Creation Vegetarian Restaurant

854 Washington St., San Francisco, CA 94108

(415) 989-0818

Vegan/Chinese. Lucky Creation serves only vegetarian food because it is concerned about customers' health. The phrase "Health is Wealth" is even featured on the menu. Entrées include Sautéed Black Mushrooms with Chinese Greens and Meatless Diced Almond Chicken, plus 23 other healthy items. Cash only.

··Mr. Charlie's

432 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA 94108

415-658-7239

Vegan. See description under Los Angeles, CA entry.

New Eritrea

907 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94108

(415) 681-1288

Ethiopian. Located near the Sunset, New Eritrea offers vegetarian entrées and appetizers served with injera (Ethiopian bread), as well as friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere.

··Next Level Burger

Whole Foods Market, 450 Rhode Island St., San Francisco, CA 94107

(415) 829-8485

Vegan/fast food. See description under Concord, CA entry.

··Next Level Clucker

450 Rhode Island St., San Francisco, CA 94107

(415) 829-8485

Vegan/fast food. This entirely vegan chicken restaurant offers a variety of delectable choices such as fried chicken sandwiches, chicken wings, and even 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.

··Nourish Café

1030 Hyde St., San Francisco, CA 94109

415-580-7463

Vegan. After wanting healthier restaurant options in San Francisco’s Richmond District, three friends opened this cafe. Their menu is entirely plant-based, organic, and made with ingredients obtained fresh from local farms and purveyors. All sweeteners are natural, such as maple syrup and coconut, as are all alternatives, such as hemp seed oils. They offer smoothies, salads, toast with gluten-free bread, soups, and more.

··Om Sabor

Phonobar, 370 Grove St., San Francisco, CA 94102

831-291-3773

Vegan. Located in the Phonobar, Om Sabor offers “cosmic vegan vibrations with universal flavors.” With several different catering menus, happy hour taco Tuesday, and a regular menu, Om Savor provides a variety of options to customers. Try their Chorizo Flautas, Hibiscus Flower Tacos, Guajillo Peanut Curry, and The Lavender Scoop for dessert.

··Peña Pachamama

1630 Powell St., San Francisco, CA 94133

(415) 646-0018

Vegan/organic/raw foods. Live music, tapas, plates to share, and raw dishes and desserts are just a part of what Peña Pachamama offers. From their menu of raw and organic as well as traditional Bolivian dishes, try their gluten-free and pan-fried yuca frita with vegan cashew sauce, Bolivian-style porta pancho (organic portabella mushroom, gluten-free tempura breading, potato, rice, and pico de gallo), and raw coconut cream pie or their raw chocolate taco crepe with fresh coconut cream and fruit for dessert.

··Rad Radish

301 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA 94102

415-916-8548

Vegan/eclectic. Rad Radish is a vegan fast-casual restaurant offering a range of salads, sandwiches, burgers, flatbreads, and grain bowls. Salad mains include a mezze salad with quinoa and smoky bean hummus, a Greek salad with coconut feta, and a probiotic bowl with kimchi and hemp seeds. Popular flatbread and sandwiches include carbonara flatbread with truffled béchamel sauce topped with tempeh bacon as well as the B.L.A.T. with tempeh bacon and mashed avocado. Chia seed pudding and cookies are available for dessert.

Rasoi

1037 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 695-0599

Indian. Rasoi offers traditional Indian entrées with a good vegetarian selection.

·Savor Café

401 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94122

415-702-6048

Vegetarian café. Savor Cafe specializes in Arabic/Mediterranean dishes with a modern twist. From bagels, to sandwiches, salads, and appetizers that are mostly vegan (and if not, are vegetarian), there will definitely be something that is not only delicious, but fun to eat. Popular amongst customers is the Artichoke Shawarma with tabbouleh, tahini, greens, and babaganoush. Another fan favorite includes the Portobello Mushroom Shawarma with onion, sumac, roasted tomato, and garlic lemon seasoned tahini. Stop by the Savor Cafe to have a cup of coffee, eat some delicious food, and relax in their cozy, yet professional, sleek designed location.

··Shizen Vegan Sushi Bar & Izakaya

370 14th St., San Francisco, CA 94103

(415) 678-5767

Vegan/Japanese. Shizen features a wide variety of traditional Japanese cuisine including soups, sushi, and noodle dishes. Diners can opt to stick with simple dishes like the Avocado Nigiri or Vegetable Gyoza or try one of the many specialty rolls, with options like the Open Invitation or The Candlestick (with live fire). Be sure to check out the dessert menu as well.

·Sidewalk Juice

3287 21st St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 932-6221

3100 24th St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 624-3803

Vegetarian/juice bar. Sidewalk Juice features more than 100 all-natural made-to-order juices, smoothies, and kombucha juice blends. Local favorites include the Almond Delight Smoothie, JJ's Tropics Juice, and Apple Lemon Ginger Kombucha. They also offer some snacks. Both locations are in the Mission District of San Francisco. Cash only.

·Udupi Palace

1007 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 970-8000

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Artesia, CA.

··Wildseed

2000 Union St., San Francisco, CA 94123

(415) 872-7350

Vegan/eclectic. Wildseed is an eclectic vegan restaurant that caters to a variety of delicious options. From the Beyond Burger to the house veggie burger, they offer dishes both the familiar and new. Other dishes include soba noodles in pho broth, Hodo soy tofu skewers, and rigatoni Bolognese. As they say on their website, "eat like you....[care]."

locations

San Jose

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Boulder Creek, Milpitas, and Santa Clara.)

Adelita's Taqueria and Bar

1896 Curtner Ave., San Jose, CA 95124

408-369-9905

Mexican. this is a Latino-owned restaurant with a full separate vegan menu. Serves vegan dishes like the “Chile Verde Tofu Plate,” which has veggies, tofu, and tomatillo. Also serves the “Vegan Flauta plate,” which contains potato taquitos, shredded cabbage, and guacamole.

Amarin Thai Cuisine

5205 Prospect Rd., #110, San Jose, CA 95129

(408) 253-8424

Thai. See description under Mountain View, CA.

Bossman's Pizza

418 W. Capitol Expy., San Jose, CA 95136

(408) 281-7337

Pizzeria. Bossman’s Pizza offers an extensive vegan menu with mouth-watering options such as Vegan BBQ Chicken and Vegan Chicken & Artichoke to choose from. The standout offerings, however, are the array of Indian pizzas! Try the Vegan Chicken Tandoori Style or the Vegan Chicken Tikka Masala to experience a truly unique blend of flavors. Finish off your meal with their meatless wings and a pint of non-dairy Ben & Jerry's ice cream from their dessert freezer!

Curry Up Now

3250 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95134

(408) 770-3541

Indian. See description under the Oakland, CA entry.

··Good Karma Vegan Café

37 S. 1st St., San Jose, CA 95113

(408) 294-2694

Vegan/deli. Good Karma Vegan Café offers sandwiches, wraps, sandwiches, munchies, and more. Their inexpensive menu changes daily but may include BBQ 'Chicken' Drumsticks, Sweet Ginger Tofu, 'Steak' & Taters, or Pineapple 'Tuna' -- and it's all vegan. On some evenings, they host art show receptions or live acoustic music performances. Good Karma is located in downtown San Jose between San Fernando and Santa Clara Streets.

··Happiness Café

1688 Hostetter Rd., Ste. C, San Jose, CA 95131

(408) 573-8699

Vegan/café. Happiness Café serves an all-vegan menu that includes vegan ice cream! Enjoy delicious foods like the Ocean Melt (sandwich made with tuno salad, lettuce, tomato, and melted vegan cheese), Vegan BLT, and Avocado Rolls. Their special treats include shaved ice, bubble tea, milkshakes, and tofu pudding. Outdoor seating is available. This small café is located next to Ranch 99 Supermarket in the North Valley.

·Kokila's Kitchen

1427 Branham Ln., San Jose, CA 95118

(408) 978-3477

Vegetarian/Indian. Kokila's predominately Gujarat and Thali menu is 80% vegan. Specialties include a great navratan kurma (with potatoes, raisins, carrots, homemade cheese, and cashews), undhiyu (vegetable stew), ginger-spiked potatoes, kadhi (a soupy, yogurt-based dish thickened with chickpea flour), traditional breads, and gulab jamun (deep-fried fritters soaked in sugar syrup). Call ahead to make sure specific dishes will be available that day. Kokila's Kitchen is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Reservations are recommended.

··Loving Hut

925 Blossom Hill Rd., Ste. 1746, San Jose, CA 95123

(408) 229-2795

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet. The San Jose Loving Hut is inside the Oakridge Mall facing the Target store and next to the escalator.

·Tofoo Com Chay

388 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95113

(408) 286-6335

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Tofoo Com Chay serves an almost entirely vegan menu of Vietnamese cuisine at highly affordable prices. Selections include Pineapple Veggie 'Tuna,' Curry Lemongrass Tofu, and Sesame Veggie 'Chicken.' The restaurant is small but has some seating. It's located downtown, near San Jose State University. Outdoor seating is available. Cash only.

·Vegetarian House

520 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95112

(408) 292-3798

Vegetarian/international. This mostly vegan, gourmet restaurant offers a huge array of vegetarian offerings reflecting Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Middle Eastern, French, and other international cuisines. Choices include soups, spring rolls, vegetable tempura, hummus, vegetable quiche, shish kabobs, pizzas, pasta dishes, and mock chicken, beef, and fish entrées. In addition, this establishment is home to a beautiful art gallery featuring the work of Ching Hai.

··Veggie Grill

3055 Olin Ave., San Jose, CA 95128

(408) 296-6473

Vegan/American/fast food. This location is in Santana Row. See description under El Segundo, CA.

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San Luis Obispo

·Linnaea's Café

1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 541-5888

Vegetarian/coffeehouse/café. Located in historic downtown San Luis Obispo, the intimate, cozy setting of Linnaea's Café is the perfect place to unwind. Their all-vegetarian menu changes daily but features fresh and local ingredients. Linnaea's is a gathering place for the community. In addition to poetry readings, artist receptions, and film screenings, live music is presented most evenings. Local artworkis featured in the café as well. The outdoor garden is lovely.

·Plant Ivy

Xxxxxx, San Luis Obispo, CA

(805) 305-9107

Vegetarian/food truck. A menu featuring four different burgers with toppings ranging from your typical lettuce and tomato to a fig chutney. Burgers typically come with cheddar cheese, but vegan cheese can be substituted upon request. Each burger also comes with a side of delicata squash bites or herb smashed potatoes. If you’re not in the mood for a burger, they’ve got nachos, too. The food truck moves, so stay tuned to their social media channels to stay up to date on their location and their hours.

Taj Palace

795 Foothill Blvd., Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 543-0722

Indian. Dine on several options, like Aloo Mutter, Dahl, Okra Masala, and Vegetable Korma at this vegetarian-friendly restaurant.

··Ziggy's

594 California Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

805-439-4399

Vegan. Enjoy burgers, tacos, salads, sides, and desserts. They also offer vegan milk shakes!

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San Mateo

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria

69 E. Third Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401

(650) 342-9392

Italian. See description under Mountain View, CA.

Curry Up Now

129 South B St., San Mateo, CA 94401

(650) 316-8648

Indian. See description under the Oakland, CA entry.

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San Rafael

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria

1242 Fourth St., San Rafael, CA 94109

(415) 455-9777

Italian. See description under Mountain View, CA.

Sonoma Taco Shop

210 Northgate One, San Rafael, CA 94903

(415) 479-9066

Mexican. Family-owned taco shop that added a vegan section to its menu based on the principles of Dr. McDougall. Try healthier versions of Mexican classics like tacos, chimichangas, burritos, and enchiladas. Plus, they have the all-important fresh salsa bar, and kids eat free with the purchase of an adult item, so bring the whole family!

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Santa Ana

··Be Well Kitchen

4th St. Market, 201 E. 4th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701

(657) 333-6880

Vegan. After a consultation, the chef customized a unique meal plan for your needs. Programs range from a full day of three meals and a snack to week-long meals. Meals are available for pickup or delivery. Be Well Kitchen is devoted to flavorful and convenient healthy living.

Mother's Market & Kitchen

151 E. Memory Ln., Santa Ana, CA 92705

(714) 542-6667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA.

··Naughty Vegan

4th Street Market, 201 E. 4th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701

714-287-9093

Vegan/Chinese. See description under Pasadena, CA entry.

··Nice Burger

1727 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92705

(714) 577-2266

Vegan/Burger Joint. See description under Costa Mesa, CA entry.

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Santa Barbara

·Backyard Bowls

331 Motor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 845-5379

3849 State St., Ste. I157, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

(805) 569-0011

Vegetarian/fast food. Backyard Bowls on Motor Way is located in downtown Santa Barbara and next door to the Santa Barbara Roasting Company. Backyard Bowls on State Street is located next to Vons in La Cumbre Plaza. See description under Goleta, CA.

The Natural Café and Juice Bar

508 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 962-9494

361 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

(805) 563-1163

Natural foods. The Natural Café is located in downtown Santa Barbara, five blocks away from the Pacific Ocean. Dine on items such as vegetarian chili, guacamole with chips, spinach salad, falafel pita, veggie stir-fry, tempeh tacos, and more.

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Santa Clara

·Crepes Bistro

57 Washington St., Santa Clara, CA 95050

(408) 260-6885

Vegetarian/European. Crepes Bistro is a European-style café. Breakfast is available all day and includes Tofu Scramble and Tutti-Frutti Oatmeal (made with nut milk and seasonal fruits). Crepes are the star of the show here, and the batter does not contain egg. Add vegan cheese or baked organic tofu to your crepe. Outdoor seating is available.

Ike's Place

2235 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA 95050

(408) 244-2034

Sandwich shop. See description under Cupertino, CA.

··Loving Hut

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95050

(408) 615-1422

Vegan/Asian/American. See description under Alhambra, CA entry.

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Santa Cruz

Linda's Seabreeze Café

542 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 427-9713

American. Linda's Seabreeze Café is a charming place for breakfast or lunch on the way to the Santa Cruz beach. Breakfast features pancakes, tofu scrambles, and home fries. Don't miss their Sunday brunch! Cash only.

New Leaf Market

1101 Fair Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 426-1306

Natural foods store. While dining outdoors, you can enjoy sandwiches, plus hot foods, cold deli salads, soups, and green salads.They also have a coffee bar and a juice bar.

·Pretty Good Advice

1319 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060

831-309-2805

Vegetarian. Enjoy all-day breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, salads, soups, and soft serve. Examples dishes include Madi’s Moody Morning – tofu scramble, avocado, tomato, arugula, chipotle sauce; Overnight Oats – seasonal fruit, chia seeds, toasted almond; The High Horse – cucumber, avocado, pickled red onion, cabbage, parsley, arugula, vegan Caesar sauce; creamy tomato soup; Spring Mint Citrus Salad – spring mix, cucumber, cilantro, mint, citrus, almond, avocado, parsley, green olive, cumin orange dressing; Kale and Strawberry Salad – dino kale, strawberry, dates, shaved fennel, balsamic dressing; Jalapeno BBQ Burger – southern style pickled and roasted jalapeno, pepperjack, BBQ sauce; various soft serve flavors.

Staff of Life Natural Foods Market

1266 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(408) 423-8041

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. The Staff of Life Natural Foods Market includes a deli that offers burritos, falafels, sandwiches, and soups. The featured entrée changes daily and is usually rice- or pasta-based. Various salads and other items may be purchased separately.

The Bagelry

320 Cedar St. #A, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 429-8049

1636 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 425-8550

Bagel shop. This establishment bakes 20 kinds of bagels daily and can use them for a variety of both dairy and non-dairy sandwiches. There are also salads, vegan soups, and a full selection of hot and cold beverages. Outdoor dining is available.

·The Penny Ice Creamery

913 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 204-2523

Vegetarian/ice cream parlor. This creamery makes all their ice cream from scratch, using fresh ingredients from local and sustainable sources, to create unique flavors. For vegan selections, they offer at least two vegan sorbet flavors every week. Check their website for daily flavors.

··Veg On The Edge

725 Front St. Ste. 112, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(530) 312-0790

Vegan. Veg on the Edge serves up West African inspired cuisine. The menu includes burgers, rice bowls, soups, fries, and desserts, and delicious ingredients such as plantains, mushrooms, sweet potato, coconut, and tempeh are featured.

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Santa Monica

··Berbere

510 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401

310-699-8642

Vegan. With the goal of offering the best combination possible of both flavor and nutrition, Berbere’s menu is Ethiopian with a twist—or, as its website admits: “not your typical menu.” Its menu is quite expansive, with some gluten-free options, and offering Breakfast, Lunch (Salads, Small Plates, and House Specialties), and Desert plus a Kids’ Menu and drinks that include juices and smoothies. You can see where the twist comes in with items like the T&T Breakfast Burrito, made with scrambled tofu, bulgur, and potato, wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla and served with tangfaye sauce, or the Et Twist Tacos that include lentils, mushrooms, and cilantro.

Mrs. Winston's Green Grocery

2450 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90407

310-315-2777

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Los Angeles, CA.

··Rejuice

3238 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405

(310) 399-0001

Vegan/juice bar. Rejuice is the perfect place to relax and refuel. The juices are certainly the stars of the show, each one having been cold pressed and hand crafted by master juicer, Ron Anthony. Still, the simple, yet elegant, café menu, with a variety of sandwiches, wraps, salads and even a fruit parfait with vegan almond mascarpone will have you falling in love with Rejuice all over again.

··Renovo

2200 Colorado Ave., Ste. G1, Santa Monica, CA 90404

(310) 828-7267

Vegan/organic/juice bar. Renovo has everything a smoothie bar could offer -- specialty smoothies, create-your-own smoothies, meal replacements, teas, coffee, and power shots. The menu includes calorie information. They offer a lot of raw and organic foods. Free W-Fi and outdoor seating are available.

·Samosa House Santa Monica

2301 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405

(310) 314-0821

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Samosa House West in Los Angeles, CA. This location only has a restaurant.

··Satdha

2218 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405

(310) 450-6999

Vegan/Thai. Satdha offers creative all-vegan Thai cuisine. They use organic ingredients in their plant-based kitchen. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Sushi Vegan

2400 Main St., Ste. B1, Santa Monica, CA 90405

310-310-3314

Vegan/Japanese. Have you ever wondered if your favorite sushi rolls could be vegan? Well, they sure can! At Sushi Vegan you can try all your favorite mouthwatering vegan sushi including Spicy Salmon rolls, Tuna Rolls, Eel, and more. The freshness in every plant-based bite are unbeatable. Vegan Sushi also has a plethora of appetizers and salads to try, such as Japanese pizza, a garden salad with ginger dressing, and garlic edamame.

··Veggie Grill

2025 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403

(310) 829-1155

Vegan/American/fast food. See description under El Segundo, CA.

··Yoga-Urt

1700 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405

424-581-6088

Vegan. Yoga-urt is a California-based soft serve and smoothie shop. The soft serve is made with a homemade almond cashew base, almonds, and organic ingredients, as well as probiotics. Smoothie pies, ice cream sandwiches, kombucha, coffee, tea, all organic, and gluten-free waffle cones are on the menu.

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Santa Rosa

East West Café

557 Summerfield Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95405

(707) 546-6142

Mediterranean. East West Café serves international cuisine with a sumptuous Middle Eastern flavor. They also offer non-dairy shakes and desserts.

Ike's Place

1780 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95401

(707) 293-9814

Sandwich shop. See description under Cupertino, CA.

·The Branch Line

10 4th St., Ste. 1, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

707-595-1941

Vegetarian. Enjoy coffee, bagels with toppings, and more in an historic building setting.

··Vegan Mob

13 W. 3rd St., Santa Rosa, CA 95401

(415) 513-5120

Vegan. Vegan gumbo. vegan nachos, vegan BBQ burritos. What's not to love? And if that doesn't get your mouth watering, follow them on Instagram at @Officialveganmob, and that should do it.

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Santee

·Everbowl

9862 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee, CA 92071

619-484-8587

Vegetarian. Enjoy a wide variety of acai bowls and coffee.

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Scotts Valley

Ambrosia

6006 La Madrona Dr. #D, Scotts Valley, CA 95066

(831) 713-5594

Indian. Check out their separate vegan menu and dine on dishes including Veggie Tomato Soup; Vegan Butter Chicken; Vegan Tofu Tikka; Vegan Vegetable Korma; and Chana Masala (chickpea dish). You can also order a side of quinoa instead of rice! They are located near Santa Cruz.

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Sebastopol

··Muir's Tea Room

330 South Main St., Sebastopol, CA 95472

Vegan/café/organic. This picturesque Victorian-style cafe is perfect for those wanting to enjoy a great cup of tea as well as tasty food. Located in the quaint town that hosts events like the Apple Blossom Festival and Gravenstein Apple Fair, Muir’s Tea Room offers not only lunch, but a unique High Tea service that features finger sandwiches, petit fours, scones, fairy cakes, and a variety of pastries with a pot of tea. The Field Roast, Avocado, and Garlic Aioli finger sandwiches sound the most delightful to have with a steaming cup of chamomile tea.

Whole Foods Market

6910 McKinley St., Sebastopol, CA 95472

(707) 829-9801

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Berkeley, CA.

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Sequoia National Park

Montecito-Sequoia Lodge Restaurant

King's Canyon National Park, 8000 General Hwy., Sequoia National Park, CA 93633

(800) 843-8677

California. Country club buffet with vegetarian options, though the menu varies. Located between King's Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. Reservations are recommended.

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Sherman Oaks

··Donna Jean

4720 Woodman Ave., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

818-809-2272

Vegan. Donna Jean is a restaurant concept created to show patrons how creative and delicious plant based cuisine can be. Their iron skillet mac n’ cheese has been named one of the best vegan macs around. They have handcrafted pizzas, decadent pastas, and plenty of gluten free options. Donna Jean does brunch the right way with pumpkin chai pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and espresso French toast. Reservations are not required, but recommended for this popular vegan spot!

··O'Cado

14568 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

(818) 380-0005

Vegan/eclectic. O'cado is a wine bar with a range of options, from snacks to shared plates to meals. Consider the jackfruit-based O'Crab Cakes, avacodo toast, or the Impossible Burger. Dessert specials change daily!

·The Harvest Bar

15030 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

(818) 889-1765

Vegetarian. Its bowls and drinks at this modern establishment. Smoothies, breakfast bowls, coffee, cold-pressed juices, and savory bowls are on the menu. Choose a signature bowl or create your own from a variety of toppings. The Mushroom Risotto bowl is served with walnut parmesan and is vegan and gluten free. There are even vegan nachos! All items are clearly marked vegan, or vegan options.

··VeStation

14435 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

(818) 784-8388

Vegan/Asian Fusion. VeStation calls itself an urban organic kitchen. It’s devoted to providing healthy vegan Asian food, and uses natural and organic elements as often as possible. They combine traditional Asian recipes from Thailand, Japan, Malaysia, and Vietnam, and more, with exotic, vegan ingredients. You can order online for pickup or delivery.

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Signal Hill

Mother's Market & Kitchen

2475 Cherry Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755

(562) 294-2667

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. See description under Anaheim, CA entry.

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Solana Beach

··Choice Juicery

437 Hwy 101, #118, Solana Beach, CA 92075

(858) 704-4346

Vegan/juice bar/café. See description under Carlsbad, CA entry.

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Soquel

·Pretty Good Advice

3070 Porter St., Soquel, CA 95073

831-226-2805

Vegetarian. Enjoy all-day breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, salads, soups, and soft serve. Examples dishes include Madi’s Moody Morning – tofu scramble, avocado, tomato, arugula, chipotle sauce; Overnight Oats – seasonal fruit, chia seeds, toasted almond; The High Horse – cucumber, avocado, pickled red onion, cabbage, parsley, arugula, vegan Caesar sauce; creamy tomato soup; Spring Mint Citrus Salad – spring mix, cucumber, cilantro, mint, citrus, almond, avocado, parsley, green olive, cumin orange dressing; Kale and Strawberry Salad – dino kale, strawberry, dates, shaved fennel, balsamic dressing; Jalapeno BBQ Burger – southern style pickled and roasted jalapeno, pepperjack, BBQ sauce; various soft serve flavors. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

The Bagelry

4763 Soquel Dr., Soquel, CA 95073

(831) 462-9888

Bagel shop. See description under Santa Cruz, CA.

Tortilla Flats

4616 Soquel Dr., Soquel, CA 95073

(408) 476-1754

Mexican. Rice, beans, or the "Flatland Mix" (made from a nut mixture) can be substituted for meat in the burritos and tostadas.

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South El Monte

·Buddah Vegetarian Restaurant

2650 Rosemead Blvd. Unit A, South El Monte, CA 91733

626-361-7384

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. A simple and clean Vietnamese eatery specializing in authentic Vietnamese dishes without meat. The entire menu is vegetarian, and some options are vegan-friendly. The veggie platters were consistently fresh and flavorful, with well-balanced seasoning and delicious sauces. The dining space is calm and tranquil, with Buddhist-inspired decor.

·Veggie Life Restaurant

9324 E. Garvey Ave., Ste. B, South El Monte, CA 91733

(626) 443-8687

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Veggie Life prepares authentic Vietnamese dishes, the majority of which are vegan. Various soy products are used in place of meat.

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South Lake Tahoe

Sprouts Natural Foods Café

3123 Harrison Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

(530) 541-6969

Natural foods. This small café offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes, including sandwiches, bagels, rice and beans, burritos, quesadillas, tempeh burgers, tostadas, soups, and salads. Sprouts is located at the corner of Hwy. 50 & Alameda Ave. Cash only.

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South San Francisco

··Sky Café

223 Grand Ave., South San Francisco, CA 94080

650-989-8588

Vegan. Sky Café specializes in vegan, organic, non-GMO cuisine with an international flavor. Enjoy samosas, cauilflower wings, Mexico burrito, Indian Thali plate, North African "Lamb" kabob, Korea Kimchi fried rice "omelettes," Argentina Chimichurri, and more!

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Stanton

··Nice Burger

7104 Katella Ave., Stanton, CA 90680

629-468-3426

Vegan/Burger Joint. See description under Costa Mesa, CA entry.

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Studio City

·Broken Engrish

3711 Chauenga Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604

(818) 754-1149

Vegetarian/Asian. Enjoy Taiwanese vegetarian dishes such as slow cooked peanuts, marinated seaweed, spicy dumplings, mapo tofu, sautéed baby bok choy, vegetable curry rice, dan dan noodles, and "beef" noodle soup.

··Coffee and Plants

12334 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604

818-987-5177

Vegan/coffeehouse. Their mission is "to help the planet one cup at a time!" Enjoy a wide variety of coffee and tea, as well as muffins, croissant, danish, cookies, pie, and more. They also offer an avocado sandwich and JustEgg coconut bacon sandwich during breakfast and lunch.

··H.O.P.E.

11943 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604

(818) 506-9015

Vegan. H.O.P.E. features starters including spring rolls and dumplings, soups such as miso, won ton, and seaweed soup; and salads including kale and curry quinoa and a cucumber salad. Main dishes include burritos and tacos, as well as various Thai dishes including curries.

·Leonor's Vegetarian Mexican

12445 Moorpark St., Studio City, CA 91604

(818) 762-0660

Vegetarian/Mexican. See description under North Hollywood, CA. This location is 100% vegetarian.

··Sun Café

10820 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604

(818) 927-4100

Vegan/natural foods/organic. Sun Café offers organic vegan meals including many raw foods selections. Menu items include French Onion Soup, Biscuits & Gravy, Marinated Beet & Quinoa Salad, Baja Tacos, Mac & Cheese, and the Sun Burger.

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Sunnyvale

·Chaat Bhavan

976 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

(408) 795-1100

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Fremont, CA.

·Chaat House

889 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

(408) 733-9000

Vegetarian/Indian. Chaat House offers soups, samosas, dahls, thalis, and an assortment of Indian breads. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Hobee's Restaurant

800 W. Ahwanee Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085

(408) 524-3580

Natural foods/American. Hobee's in Sunnyvale is located at Highway 101 and South Mathilda. See description under Belmont, CA.

·Komala Vilas

1020 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

(408) 733-7400

Vegetarian/Indian. Komala Vilas features the staples of southern Indian cooking. Breakfast and lunch are set menus, dinner is á la carte. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. They are located in the South Bay area.

·Madras Café

1177 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

(408) 737-2323

Vegetarian/Indian. Madras Café offers South Indian vegetarian cuisine at great prices. Try their delicious Onion Tomato Peas Uthappam or Special Vegetable Dosa. The restaurant is located in the Bernardo Shopping Center in the South Bay area of San Francisco. Madras Café is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

··Merit Vegetarian

548 Lawrence Expy. #2, Sunnyvale, CA 94085

(408) 245-8988

Vegan/Vietnamese. Try the Vermicelli with Five-Spice Tofu at this all-vegan restaurant. Merit is located in the South Bay area of San Francisco.

·Pav Bhaji Hut

679 Tasman Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94089

408-746-5037

Vegetarian/Indian. Pav Bhaji is a fast food dish from Mumbai (Bombay), India, consisting of a vegetable curry (bhaji) cooked in tomato gravy and served with a soft bread roll (pav). This is a vegetarian dish, not vegan. You can also get it made in a spicy version.

·Saravanaa Bhavan

1305 S. Mary Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94087

(408) 616-7755

Vegetarian/Indian. Saravanaa Bhavan is part of the popular Chennai-based international franchise. Specializing in South Indian vegetarian cuisine, the restaurant offers traditional dishes including dosa, uthappam, curries, and locally-inspired dishes. Saravanaa Bhavan is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

The Country Gourmet & Co.

1314 S. Mary Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94087

(408) 733-9446

Natural foods. The Country Gourmet features baked goods, an extensive salad collection, and entrées that change daily. Everything is prepared from fresh ingredients with no preservatives or MSG. A couple of vegetarian entrées are featured nightly in addition to the regular menu selection, and there is a children's menu.

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Temecula

Earth Bistro

40695 Winchester Rd., Ste. C1, Temecula, CA 92591

(951) 506-8888

Pizza/organic. Earth Bistro is a pizzeria that serves local, organic, and natural foods. Vegan selections are noted on the menu and include the EB Garden Salad, Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms, and the Veggie Grill Sandwich. Try their specialty pizza, The Vegan, made of sautéed spinach, roasted garlic, crimini mushrooms, tomato sauce, and vegan soy cheese. Earth Bistro is located in the Trader Joe's Shopping Center.

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Thousand Oaks

The Original Pizza Cookery

75 W. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

(818) 887-4770

Pizza/Italian. The Original Pizza Cookery treats every guest like family by creating a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Customers first notice the sawdust floors and open kitchen, where they can watch cooks expertly spin their famous pizza dough. Delicious alternative menus are available for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free patrons including an extensive menu of vegan specialties, as well as vegan substitutions for traditional recipes. Owner Jordan Klempner explains how the Cookery spent over a year crafting their vegan menu to be "not only good, but delicious. It has been a true labor of love. We realize many people out there have special dietary needs, and it's just so much more delicious when you have choices - a lot of them." Pizza Cookery is located at Erwin Street.

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Toluca Lake

··Something Vegan

10000 Riverside Dr., Toluca Lake, CA 91602

(818) 980-3888

Vegan/Asian Fusion. Something Vegan offers a variety of dishes that are sure to suit any palate. The restaurant has a variety of veganized Thai dishes like tom yum soup, coconut curry, and pad see ew, as well as some American classics like meatball Bolognese, salads, and cheeseburgers. Even carnivorous customers love the ample amount of meat substitutes available: a choice of soy beef, soy chicken, and tofu are available with all the rice and noodle dishes.

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Topanga Canyon

Inn of the Seventh Ray

128 Old Topanga Rd., Topanga Canyon, CA 90290

(310) 455-1311

California. Located near Topanga State Park and featuring creek-side dining, this restaurant offers gourmet American/French dishes in a romantic atmosphere.

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Torrance

··Veggie Grill

2533 Pacific Coast Hwy., Torrance, CA 90505

(310) 325-6689

Vegan/American/fast food. This location is in the Rolling Hills Plaza. See description under El Segundo, CA.

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Tustin

··Freesoulcaffe

191 E. Main St., Ste. 1B, Tustin, CA 92780

(714) 371-0976

Vegan/café/organic/coffeehouse. Freesoulcaffe was established to provide natural, high-quality foods, coffees, and teas for a compassionate way of life. This vegan café serves a wide selection of mouth-watering sandwiches, soups, organic salads, breakfast items, and desserts, made fresh daily. Order the Smoked Vegan Ham Sandwich, Vegan Chicken Salad, or Belgium Waffles (Classic, Green Tea, or Pumpkin, served with pure maple syrup and vegan butter). Dessert choices include the exquisite Golden Carrot Cake, Green Tea Pistachio Pound Cake, Double Dose Chocolate Cookies, Blueberry Key Lime Buckle, and many others. Freesoulcaffe also serves premium, non-chemically treated, freshly roasted, whole bean coffee and top-quality organic teas sold under ethical standards. Because the coffee is roasted in small batches, it has optimum flavor, richness, aroma, and freshness; it’s served with a choice of soy, almond, or hemp milk. Freesoulcaffe is located in Old Town Tustin, near the Tustin Library in Orange County.

Rutabegorz

158 W. Main St., Tustin, CA 92780

(714) 731-9807

Natural foods/American. See description under Fullerton, CA.

Whole Foods Market

2847 Park Ave., Tustin, CA 92782

(714) 566-7650

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Berkeley, CA.

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Upland

·Ashirwad: The Blessings

583 East Foothill Blvd., Ste. 10-11, Upland, CA 91786

(909) 608-1313

Vegetarian/Indian. Inexpensive specialty Indian cuisine including samosas, alu gobi, daal, chloe, masala dosas, and more.

··Viva Vegan Diner

1490 E. Foothill Blvd. Ste. D, Upland, CA 91786

951-772-7193

Vegan/Mexican. With 3 Southern California locations and robust menus that include burritos, birria, tortas, and even fishless Baja tacos, Viva Vegan is the answer to anyone’s question about how to get authentic Mexican food as a vegan. With some variations in the menus and the experience at each location—noting that the Taqueria in Echo Park Eats offers take-out and delivery only—you will not be lacking in options in any case. You can go classic with the OG Burrito (made with a flour tortilla, pinto beans, rice, onion and cilantro, and your choice of protein), or spice it up with the Chilaquiles Burrito. And birria gets a new look, with dishes like the Birria Pizza (flour tortillas with vegan cheese, jackfruit birria, onion, and cilantro, served with a side of consommé) and the Birria Melt (jackfruit birria and vegan mozzarella on two slices of sourdough bread). Taco options include the Vampiro (corn tortilla, vegan cheese, choice of protein, with cilantro and onion topping) and the Oyster Mushroom (oyster mushroom carnitas with onion, cilantro, and avocado sauce). Protein options include Vegan Asada, Vegan Al Pastor, Birria, and Oyster Mushroom Carnitas. Whatever you end up choosing, Viva Vegan will remind you how delicious vegan living can be.

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Valencia

Tomato Joe's Pizza

27732 McBean Pkwy., Valencia, CA 91354

(661) 263-8646

Pizza. Enjoy vegan options at this pizzeria including vegan chick'n sticks, pizza with vegan cheese and meat alternatives, salads, and more.

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Valley Village

·Hummus Yummy

12514 Burbank Blvd., Valley Village, CA 91607

747-203-8092

Vegetarian/Middle Eastern. A Kosher vegetarian restaurant serving Middle Eastern cuisine in the center of an observant Israeli-American neighborhood. There are many clearly labeled vegan options, including margez, kabbab, vegan shawarma, hummus, and vegan meat. The side dishes include falafel, Israeli salad, and fries. The food is very authentic and fresh, and is provided in generous portions. The location is handicap accessible, and there is a limited amount of seating inside and outside.

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Van Nuys

··El Cocinero

6265 Sepulveda Blvd. #12, Van Nuys, CA 91411

Vegan/Mexican. El Cocinero offers customers a wide array of Mexican food including tacos, burritos, nachos, salsas, and desserts. The restaurant features bright orange walls and a portrait of the Van Nuys resident who started El Cocinero.

Grandma's Thai Kitchen

13230 Burbank Blvd., Van Nuys, CA 91401

(818) 785-9036

Thai. Grandma's Thai Kitchen offers 10 vegetarian entrées, including pad Thai noodles, mock chicken fried rice, spicy green beans, sweet and sour vegetables, and a tofu/rice medley. They also serve two vegetarian soups and five curry dishes using tofu or wheat gluten. Be sure to tell them not to use fish sauce.

··The Grain Café

14440 Gilmore St., Van Nuys, CA 91401

818-650-8235

Vegan café. With an emphasis on natural, organic foods, and offering a diverse menu that includes pizza, crepes, and Mediterranean and Mexican dishes, there is something for everyone at The Grain Café. For those who really like to have options, you can select from The Grain Food, where you can mix and match from selections of veggies, grains/beans, plant proteins, and dressings/sauces to create a dish that is exactly what you want. Favorite crepes include the Chocolate Crepe made with chocolate mousse and strawberry and the Tropical Crepe, which includes mango, strawberries, kiwi, blackberries, and banana. You can even order a full-sized cake, choosing from flavors that include Tres Leche, Green Tea, and Berries & Almond. Considering all of these options as well as a robust beverage menu with lattes, teas, juices, and smoothies, you will want to make multiple trips to The Grain Café in order to try everything!

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Venice

·Café Gratitude

512 Rose Ave., Venice, CA 90291

(424) 231-8000

Vegetarian/organic/raw foods. See description under Los Angeles, CA.

Figtree's Café & Grill

429 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291

(310) 392-4937

Natural foods. Any dish can be made vegetarian to accommodate the customer, or choose from spinach nutburger, roasted eggplant and peppers, Santa Fe tostadas, and stir-fry pizzete (chapati pizza). Figtree's is on the beach.

··Loco Coco

1202 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291

323-218-9970

Vegan/juice bar. Loco Coco is a smoothie and juice bar. Acai bowl, purple rain bowl, enter the dragon, fruits bowls, cacao Nibs, and a variety of other treats are available. The team goes above and beyond to please consumers in addition to providing adequate customer service. The smoothies/bowls have the ideal texture, and the contents are always gorgeous and delicious.

··Love Amaro Pizzeria

1425 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291

424-744-8537

Vegan/pizzeria. Love Amaro Pizzeria is a vegan pop-up pizzeria that offers Neapolitan-style pizza as well as wings, calzones, bread sticks, and donuts. Pizza is available by the slice or the pie and includes red sauce pizzas such as Pepperoni is King pizza and the Spicy Pickle pizza as well as Mac and Cheese pizzas in several styles including Mac Buffalo and the Dirty Mac with bacon and pepperoni. French fries are served in a 1-pound bag with a secret sauce. Baked goods are also available on the menu such as fried-to-order beach sand donuts served with dark chocolate dipping sauce.

·The Butcher's Daughter

1205 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291

(310) 981-3004

Vegetarian/juice bar/café. Enjoy fresh juices and smoothies, along with a variety of salads and sandwiches at lunch time, as well as a number of hearty dishes at dinner including angel hair carbonara, raw pesto linguine, and the butcher burger.

Whole Foods Market

225 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA 90291

(310) 566-9480

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Berkeley, CA.

··Xmarket

2524 Pacific Ave., Venice, CA 90291

(310) 301-2524

Vegan/deli. XMarket is just that, a new deli from plant-based chef Matthew Kenney. XMarket offers all-vegan, sandwiches, salads, and pastries, while also providing vegan groceries. Catch an ocean breeze as you enjoy your avocado toast on the porch!

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Ventura

·Harvest Café

175 Ventura Ave., Ventura, CA 93001

(310) 402-8305

Vegetarian. Harvest Cafe has been named “Ventura’s Vegan Heaven” by the Ventura County Star. They use local and sustainably sourced ingredients. Many enjoy the Harvest Pizza. They also offer Vegan Buckwheat or Banana Oat Waffles and soups and salads of the day.

··Seed Ranger

2950 Johnson Dr., Ventura, CA 93003

805-765-4157

Vegan. If you are heading to Seed Ranger, we suggest perusing the menu ahead of time, so you don’t annoy the others in your dining party by taking too long trying to choose from the plethora of cuisines and options that this Vegan Food Station offers. For example, their most popular items include a Crunchy Tiger Roll (topped with unagi sauce and spicy mayo); the Classic Burger; and Fish Tacos. Seed Ranger is the perfect place for those times when everyone is in the mood for a different type of cuisine. And you will be glad breakfast is served all day, so you don’t have to worry about missing out on their Chili Cheese Omelet or the Chilaquiles Breakfast Plate made with tortilla chips simmered in red sauce and mixed with soyrizo, scrambled eggs, and pico de gallo.

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Visalia

··Bellis

423 W. Main St., Visalia, CA 93291

559-909-9066

Vegan/eclectic. Sourcing from local farms, Bellis’ menu varies seasonally. Brunch brings seasonal Frittata, Biscuits with Mushroom gravy, French Toast with Crème Anglaise and Candied Calamansi (sweet tart citrus), Waffles, and more. Lunch offers Barbecue Mushroom Sandwich and Focaccia Roasted Vegetable Sandwich, to note a couple of options. Besides Cheese or Caprese Pizza, there’s Tapenade Roasted Eggplant, Walnut and Greens Pesto, Fig Arugula Candied Walnut Balsamic Pizza, and more. Dinner dishes up Cactus Parmigiana, Tagliatelle with Shiitake Mushroom and Gremolata, Burmese Tofu and Jasmine Rice Tapenade, Gnocchi with Seasonal Vegetables and Carrot Soubise, and more. Dessert anyone? A couple of choices are Dessert Raviolo with sweet cashew cream, strawberry coulis, bruléed fig and fruit plate or Pumpkin Mousse with pumpkin seed "graham" crust and mascarpone.

·Watson's Health Foods

615 W. Main St., Visalia, CA 93291

(559) 635-7355

Vegetarian/café/deli. Watson’s Health Foods has been serving Visalia for over 70 years. Watson’s encompasses a Health Food Store/Market, Organic Veggie Garden, and Fresh Deli. Visitors may browse and relax, and eat meals purchased from the deli in the beautiful peaceful backyard garden eating area detailed with chairs, flowers, and fountain. A welcoming friendly and knowledgeable staff answers questions and provides suggestions based on your health food needs and desires. Watson’s also has a counter Deli which offers all organic fresh items such as fresh veggies, wraps such as the veggie wrap with hummus and avocado, and hummus and roasted quinoa veggie salad with pita. Watson’s sandwiches like the eggplant balsamic burger, black bean burger, tomato basil burger, vegan “egg” salad, thai burger, portabella burger, tofu burger, and meatless burrito also are great lunch, snack, and dinner options. Try the soups as well. Awesome drinks like chia kombucha and ginseng tea will quench your thirst.

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Walnut Creek

Babalou's Mediterranean

1645 Bonanza St., Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 930-8000

Mediterranean. Babalou's offers all of your favorite Mediterranean dishes. There is no shortage of vegan items to choose from such as falafel and hummus.

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Watsonville

Staff of Life Natural Foods Market

906 East Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA 95076

831-726-0240

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. The Staff of Life Natural Foods Market includes a deli that offers burritos, falafels, sandwiches, and soups. The featured entrée changes daily and is usually rice- or pasta-based. Various salads and other items may be purchased separately.

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West Covina

··One Veg World

178 S. Glendora Ave., West Covina, CA 91790

(626) 917-2727

Vegan/international. One Veg World offers an interesting and all-vegan international menu of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, rice and noodle dishes, and much more. Unique dishes include grilled veggie beef teriyaki, barbequed veggie chicken drumsticks, eggplant with veggie ground meat, steamed veggie fish, a veggie smoked pepper ham sandwich, veggie turkey burgers, and a vegan banana-walnut cake.

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West Hollywood

·Earthbar

8365 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069

(323) 301-4980

Vegetarian/juice bar. See description under Los Angeles, CA entry.

··Gracias Madre

8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069

(323) 978-2170

Vegan/Mexican/organic. Gracias Madre is a vegan Mexican restaurant and bar from the team behind Café Gratitude. Enjoy fresh and organic ingredients in dishes like enchiladas, tacos, and quesadillas. They feature an extensive beverage menu as well. Reservations are accepted. Outdoor seating is available.

··Pura Vita

8274 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90048

(323) 688-2303

Vegan/Italian. Deemed as LA's first vegan wine bar, Pura Vita is an Italian eatery serving up classic plates such as bruschetta, lasagna, and tiramisu. Any decadent Italian dish you can think of is on this appetizing menu in vegan form. They even serve brunch which features a “Nutella” Crostini, topped with banana and sea salt. You don't have to leave LA to eat in Italy thanks to Pura Vita!

··Pura Vita Pizzeria

8274 Santa Monica Blvd. West, West Hollywood, CA 90046

(323) 688-2034

Vegan/pizzeria. This female-owned business with timely service offers everything from appetizers like vegan mozzarella sticks to pizzas with white or red sauce, salads, and sweet treats. If you’re a fan of garlic, you’ll adore the Amelia pizza and the Cesare salad, and if you don’t, well, you’ll like just about anything else.

··Real Food Daily

414 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90048

(310) 289-9910

Vegan/organic. Real Food Daily's philosophy is that healthy food prepared with gourmet style and hands-on care improves not only the health of the individual but also that of the planet. You can dine on such items as lentil-walnut paté, millet croquettes, seitan fajitas, black bean burritos, tempeh Reubens, vegetable pot pies, salads, chocolate cake, and tofu cheesecake.

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Westlake Village

··Joi Café

2855 Agoura Rd., Westlake Village, CA 91361

(805) 379-5767

Vegan. JOi Café is located in an unassuming strip mall, however, the bright, modern interior décor immediately creates a welcoming vibe. This plant-based and gluten-free eatery has a variety of smoothies and juices, as well as delicious entrees, snacks, and desserts. Breakfast is served all day. The chilaquiles were a personal favorite: the portion size was huge, and the black bean and lentil sausage on the side was delicious. Sandwiches, bowls, wraps, and salads are also available, with a good amount of raw options as well. Items containing nuts and soy are clearly marked on the menu.

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Westminster

·Bo De Tinh Tam Chay

15352 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

(714) 891-4455

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Bo De Tinh Tam Chay offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine that is completely vegetarian and mostly vegan. They are a local favorite with an extensive menu and prices that can't be beat.

·Golden Flower Veggie Restaurant

14942 Bushard St., Westminster, CA 92683

(657) 266-0388

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Family sized portions and party trays are available. In addition to great food, Golden Flower has a collection of specialty teas. Deep-Fried Tofu with A Special Dipping Sauce is a popular menu item.

··Kensho

Westminster Shopping Center, 16511 Magnolia St., Westminster, CA 92683

714-514-8726

Vegan. The artful chefs at Kensho have proven that vegans do not have to be relegated to avocado and cucumber rolls to satisfy their sushi cravings. The bountiful menu of sushi options and the beautiful presentations will satisfy vegans and non-vegans alike. Popular items include the Crunchy Cali and the Jalapeno Popper. For a particularly hearty roll, try the DaKine Roll, made with crab, cream cheese, and jalapeno, and topped with seared Spam, avocado, and eel sauce. They offer non-sushi items as well, such as the Bulgolgi Fries—crispy fries topped with vegan short-rib by Next Meats, kimchi, garlic aioli, and spicy mayo—and desserts including Matcha Cheesecake and Mochi ice cream.

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Woodland Hills

·Juicy Ladies

22423 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364

(818) 716-0800

Vegetarian. Founded by two friends that are passionate about living a healthy lifestyle, Juicy Ladies is your one stop shop for a healthy meal. Their menu features range of colorful juices and foods made from organic ingredients sourced from the top local farms. Here, you are ensured that what you’re consuming is not only beneficial to your body but the earth. Outdoor seating available. Note that they close earlier on Sunday.

··Othello's Plant Based Kitchen

21789 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364

818-436-2126

Vegan. Othello’s Plant-Based Kitchen is a vibrant haven for vegan cuisine, just off the Topanga Freeway. With green, plant-focused interior that reflects its mission of spreading positivity, the restaurant genuinely celebrates the connection, through vegan food, between animal welfare, protecting the environment, and improving health. The menu features clever spins on classic American street foods, with visitors mentioning the Chili Cheeseburger as a particular highlight, though various other options such as Sloppy Joes and Meatloaf are available. Unique smoothies and desserts are also available. With its kind staff and tasty offerings, Othello’s Plant-Based Kitchen gives people the opportunity to feel good about what they are eating while considering the impact their food choices have on the world.

··The Vegan Joint

20855 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 3, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

(818) 884-6383

Vegan/Thai. The Vegan Joint in Woodland Hills is located at the corner of Ventura and De Soto with its entrance on De Soto. See description under Los Angeles, CA.

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Yreka

Nature's Kitchen

412 S. Main St., Yreka, CA 96097

(530) 842-1136

Natural foods/organic. Nature's Kitchen is located inside a health food store. Try the veggie chiliburger with the apple and walnut salad.

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