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

Utah

American Fork Bluff Cottonwood Heights Kanab Lehi Logan Moab Ogden Orem Park City Provo Riverdale Salt Lake City Sandy Springdale Springville St. George Torrey West Jordan

American Fork

Good Earth Markets

336 W. Main St., American Fork, UT 84003

(801) 756-0233

Natural foods store. Good Earth Markets is a health foods store offering a selection of vegetarian and vegan foods along with organic produce.

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Bluff

·Comb Ridge Coffee

680 S. Highway 191, Bluff, UT 84512

(435) 672-9931

Vegetarian/coffeehouse/natural foods. Conveniently located along Highway 191, Comb Ridge Coffee offers organic, vegetarian food to be enjoyed amidst an environment of rustic, southwestern charm. Featuring an extensive coffee menu, Comb Ridge is known for their delicious organic blue corn pancakes and cozy atmosphere.

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Cottonwood Heights

Whole Foods Market

6930 S. Highland Dr., Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121

(801) 733-9455

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

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Kanab

·Peekaboo Canyon Wood Fired Kitchen

233 West Center St., Kanab, UT 84741

(435) 689-1959

Vegetarian. With a long list of artisanal pizzas plus paninis, salads, gourmet appetizers, and delicious desserts, Peekaboo Kitchen has something for everyone. All menu items are vegetarian and most can be made vegan upon request. Try the Veggie Panini with spinach, eggplant, red onion, and Gouda, or the Kale Salad with honey-glazed walnuts, dates, and red onions. The Coral Pink pizza is made with a white bean sauce, The Lone Ranger is topped with veggie sausage the Peekaboo Pear is topped with pear, sage, arugula, mozzarella, and champagne vinaigrette, and It’s a Butte is topped with wild mushrooms and goat cheese. The breakfast menu includes flatbreads, omelets, pastries, pancakes, and French toast.

Rocking V Café

97 W. Center St., Kanab, UT 84741

(435) 644-8001

American/eclectic. Rocking V Café is an eclectic eatery with a cool vibe. They have plenty of vegetarian options and any item on the menu can be made vegan. In addition to the café, they house an incredible art gallery. Rocking V is close to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary and a great place to stop on your road trip to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.

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Lehi

·Nékter Juice Bar

3320 N. Digital Dr., Ste. 140, Lehi, UT 84043

(801) 901-6470

Vegetarian/juice bar. Vegan, except for a few items made with bee products. Nékter Juice Bar offers delicious, healthy items to start your day—or anytime! Juices, smoothies, and açaí bowls abound. Try the Açaí Banana Berry Bowl with housemade cashew milk and hempseed granola, or a Pink Flamingo with dragon fruit, strawberry, pineapple, agave nectar, and coconut water blended into a heavenly smoothie. Wake up with a cold-brewed coffee Chai Latte blend or a Grapefruit Reboot juice—a fusion of grapefruit, orange, and apple juices with fennel. Select locations also offer a cashew-milk-based frozen dessert, dubbed the Skoop.

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Logan

·Bloom

13 West Center St., Logan, UT 84321

435-535-3050

Vegetarian. “From revitalizing smoothies to the classic Avocado Toast and comforting Herbal Tea, each dish is crafted with your well-being in mind.” Example dishes include Simply Green Base Bowl (pineapple, mango, apple, greens, and green spirulina); Avo Mexicano Toast (black bean hummus, avocado, pickled onion, vegan crema, and chipotle seasoning); Amor Toast (house-made vegan pesto, vegan mozzarella, balsamic glaze, cherry tomatoes, and red onion); Granola – Mums 1lb. Bag (a hearty, more traditional granola with nuts and seeds); Berry Simple Base Smoothie (sweet and simple mix of berries, coconut milk, apple juice, and agave).

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Moab

··Moab Kitchen

239 West Center St., Moab, UT 84532

Vegan/food truck. Enjoy items such as tortilla soup, kombucha, fresh baked bread, and a tempeh wrap.

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Ogden

··Cuppa

552 E. 25th St., Ogden, UT 84401

(385) 298-5744

Vegan/café. Cuppa is designed for creatives. It is the type of place you can sit and do your work, while eating delicious plant-based food. Their slogan is “gather, nourish, and create.” It describes their desire for a relaxing place to eat nourishing foods and discover new ideas. Come with a friend and enjoy tea by the pot. The pesto and avocado tartine makes for the perfect breakfast. If you enjoy spicy foods, you’ll love the roasted veggie and kimchi bowl. You’ll also find options such as the roasted roots savory sandwich made with roasted Japanese pumpkin, beets, cauliflower, and a special savory sauce. Find your spot and begin your relaxation or productivity at Cuppa in Ogden.

Funk'n Dive

2550 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401

(801) 621-3483

Bar. In addition to a full bar, Funk’n Dive offers pizzas, tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and specialty entrees. The specialty entrees include vegan “fish” n chips and a “chicken” dinner. They have DJs and Karaoke as well!

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Orem

Good Earth Markets

500 S. State St., Orem, UT 84058

(801) 765-1616

Natural foods store/café. Café Earth Markets offers a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, and wraps including many that are vegetarian or vegan.

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Park City

Fairweather Natural Foods Café

1270 Iron Horse Dr., Park City, UT 86060

(435) 649-4561

Natural foods café. Enjoy fresh juices, smoothies, organic soup, vegan chick'n salad sandwich, tofu salad sandwich, vegan muffins, and more.

Whole Foods Market

6598 N. Landmark Dr., Park City, UT 84098

(435) 575-0200

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Cottonwood Heights, UT.

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Provo

Bombay House

463 N. University Ave., Provo, UT 84601

(801) 373-6677

Indian. Bombay House is an amazingly authentic Indian restaurant with a section of their menu dedicated to delicious vegetarian food. Vegan items are noted as such and include Coconut Tofu, Mixed Vegetable Curry, and Yellow Daal. The Malai Kofta is extremely satisfying and can easily be made vegan -- just request it be made with coconut milk instead of cream. The staff is quite knowledgeable about vegan diets, so don't be afraid to ask if you need help. The lighting at Bombay House is dark and romantic with the scent of sweet and earthy incense -- the perfect atmosphere for a date. It is very family-friendly, too, with murals of elephants and other Indian attractions painted on the walls.

··Vegan Sun

225 W. Center St., Provo, UT 84601

801-375-0807

Vegan/Asian. Serves vegan “Eggplant Tofu & Basil Leaves Rice” and offers gluten-free options. Also serves “Stir-Fry Ramen” with a variety of protein options such as Chick-Free slices, Soy Ham, Beef-Free Bites, Bean curd, or Shrimp-Free Crescents.

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Riverdale

Good Earth Markets

1050 W. Riverdale Rd., Riverdale, UT 84405

(801) 334-5500

Natural foods store. See description under American Fork, UT.

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Salt Lake City

··All Chay

1264 W. 500 N., Salt Lake City, UT 84116

801-521-4789

Vegan/Vietnamese. Spring rolls, veggie egg rolls, lemongrass tofu, ginger tofu, and other dishes are available on All Chay’s menu.

··Buds

509 E. 300 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84102

(801) 521-4522

Vegan/sandwich shop. Buds offers vegan sandwiches, subs, and salads. Try the Salt Lake CheeseSteak, Barbacoa Burrito (made with grilled jackfruit), or the Spicy Meatball Sub -- all prepared with plant-based ingredients. Buds serves "Fresh Fast Food" with a menu of inexpensive yet filling and tasty eats. Outdoor seating is available.

Long Life Vegi House

1353 E. 3300 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84106

(801) 467-1111

Chinese. This mostly vegetarian restaurant serves Chinese cuisine made from soy products and wheat gluten. Try their spicy garlic eggplant and asparagus entrée.

··Mark of The Beastro

666 S. State St., Salt Lake City, UT 84111

(385) 202-7386

Vegan. Mark of the Beastro says they can feed all of your unholy desires, and their menu reflects that exact idea. With a wide variety of comfort food options, guests can enjoy a delicious hot meal, such as fried mac & cheese bites, seitanic club sandwich, barbeque veggie burger, and Portobello steak.

··Monkeywrench

98 Gallivan Ave., Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Ice cream parlor. Located in downtown Salt Lake City, Monkeywrench is a vegan ice cream and coffee shop replete with various house made ice creams in a variety of formats. The restaurant is also open late most days of the week for those late night cravings. 16 flavors, made in house daily, served in your choice of a cup or cone. Outdoor seating available.

Oasis Café

151 S. 500 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84106

(801) 322-0404

International. Called a "sanctuary in the city," Oasis Café is a vegetarian-friendly restaurant featuring a unique, large menu (even for breakfast!) and an atmosphere of natural light and palm trees. All vegan selections are marked as such on the menu, including Farro Medallions, Mixed Grill Polenta, Roasted Portabello Carpaccio, and a Tempeh Gyro. Reservations are recommended.

··Passion Flour Patisserie

165 East 900 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

(385) 242-7040

Vegan/bakery. Enjoy a wide variety of vegan pastries including croissants, French macarons, biscotti, tarts, and much more. They also bake custom cakes and dog treats.

·Sawadee Thai Restaurant

754 East South Temple St., Salt Lake City, UT 84102

(801) 328-8424

Vegetarian/Thai. Sawadee features an extensive menu of traditional Thai food with a number of vegetarian options. Choose from classic noodle dishes like Pad Thai or Drunken Noodles with tofu or try one of their many curry and stir-fry dishes. They also have a small selection of Thai desserts featuring sticky rice. Outdoor seating available. Accepts reservations.

··Seasons Plant Based Bistro

916 S. Jefferson St. #B, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

(385) 267-1922

Vegan. Plant Based Bistro features French/Italian inspired, handcrafted, vegan cuisine with a wine/beer list to match. The menu boasts favorites such as baked ziti, artichoke dip, Caesar salad, Puttanesca, and tartlet al limone just to name a few. Food is sourced locally and organically whenever possible. Gluten free is available upon request.

··Veggie House

52 E. 1700 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84115

(801) 282-8686

Vegan/Asian. Familiar, plant based Asian favorites offered in soy or tofu options. Appetizers include deep fried tofu tempura veggies or deep fried soy chicken ball on a stick. Soups and salads are offered as well as entrees that are served with rice and soy or tofu options like soy chicken, soy shrimp, soy beef, or a combination of these choices.

··Vertical Diner

234 West 900 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

(801) 484-8378

Vegan/diner. Come enjoy the lively atmosphere at Vertical Diner where the focus is on organic and local ingredients. Try a Sunshine Burger, quesadilla, or the very popular Tender Tiger faux chicken strips. With great prices and an all-vegan menu, you can't go wrong at Vertical Diner.

Whole Foods Market

1131 E. Wilmington Ave., Salt Lake City, UT 84106

(801) 359-7913

544 S. 700 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84102

(801) 924-9060

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Cottonwood Heights, UT.

··Zest Kitchen & Bar

275 South 200 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

(801) 859-8505

Vegan. This is a restaurant with integrity through sourcing local ingredients from community farms; Zest is committed to sustainable, healthy foods. Their menu is full of creative combinations, deliciously fresh food, and signature drinks. Sample dinners include baked ziti, manicotti, stir-fry veggies in coconut curry, etc.The atmosphere is vibrant. They are open late on weekends and have various events including dancing. They serve handcrafted cocktails with fresh ingredients.

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Sandy

Good Earth Markets

7905 S. 700 E., Sandy, UT 84070

(801) 562-2209

Natural foods store. See description under American Fork, UT.

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Springdale

Café Soleil Zion

205 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767

(435) 772-0505

American. If you plan on visiting Zion National Park, you might want to stop by this café near the entrance. Enjoy granola or oatmeal for breakfast and a hummus wrap (without Feta for a vegan version), salad, and other options for lunch or dinner.

Switchback Grille

1149 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767

(435) 772-3700

American. Near Zion National Park, Switchback Grille offers vegetarian and vegan options, such as Traditional "Checca" Pasta, Southwestern Veggie Burrito, and Vegan Linguine. A great assortment of vegetarian appetizers, juice bar beverages, and coffee drinks are also available.

Zion Pizza & Noodle Company

Town Center, Zion National Park, 868 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767

(801) 772-3815

Pizza. Enjoy several different types of veggie pizza, as well as a veggie stir-fry with pasta and other dishes.

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Springville

Ginger's Garden Café

188 S. Main St., Springville, UT 84663

(801) 489-4500

Natural foods/organic. Ginger's Garden Café uses organic produce and supports local growers whenever possible. There are extensive vegetarian, vegan, and raw foods options. Pick from a variety of moderately-priced soups, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, and smoothies. Ginger's is tucked inside Dr. Christopher's Herb Shop, also offering natural foods and vegan items, in downtown Springville.

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St. George

··Gaias Garden Café

695 100 W. St., St. George, UT 84770

435-879-3560

Vegan. Serves vegan dishes such as nachos with a heaping tray of tortilla chips, velvety cheese, black beans, corn, red and green pepper, green onion, jalapeños, cilantro, and house-made pico. They also have a Hummus Plate with creamy house made hummus, stuffed grape leaves, pita, cucumbers, carrots, radish, and Greek olives.

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Torrey

Capitol Reef Inn & Café

360 W. Main St., Torrey, UT 84775

(801) 425-3271

Natural foods. Capitol Reef Café is located next to an inn a few miles from Capitol Reef National Park. Their menu offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes, including Fettuccini Primavera, Mushroom Lasagna, salads, sandwiches, stir-fry vegetables, and more.

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West Jordan

Bombay House

7726 S. Campus View Dr., #120, West Jordan, UT 84084

(801) 282-0777

Indian. See description under Provo, UT.

··Vegan Bowl

8672 S. Redwood Rd., West Jordan, UT 84088

(801) 692-7237

Vegan/Vietnamese. This restaurant offers spring rolls, banh mi sandwiches, and a variety of noodle and rice dishes. Some dishes feature mock meats like soy-based chickun, ham, shrimp, and beef. An extensive list of teas, shakes, smoothies, and various boba flavors is also available.

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