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

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Idaho

Boise

Chiang Mai House

4898 W. Emerald St., Boise, ID 83706

(208) 342-4051

Thai. Chiang Mai House has vegetarian and vegan substitutes for virtually all of their dishes along with a separate vegetarian menu. Their entrées and noodle dishes can be made with tofu. Some to try include Almond Tofu, Sesame Tofu, Moo Shu Tofu, Cashew Nut Tofu, and Snow Pea Tofu. Chiang Mai House is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner
Full service
vegan options
take-out, catering, beer/wine, special beverages
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

··High Note Café

225 N. 5th St., Boise, ID 83702

208-429-1911

Vegan café. Located in the Chandlee Building. Enjoy great vegan food, a wide selection of beer, and live music! Food options include breakfast burritos, hot cakes, tofu scramble, bruschetta grilled cheese, rosemary seitan sandwich, Caesar salad, soups, loaded street tacos, grilled quesadillas, and more.

Hours vary; call ahead
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

Lemon Tree

224 N. 10th St., Boise, ID 83702

(208) 343-6167

American. Veggie items are clearly marked on their menu. Vegan options include creamy tomato-basil soup, roasted Brussels sprouts, massaman curry banh mi sandwich, and more.

Open Tuesday through Friday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open Saturday through Monday for breakfast and lunch
Full service
vegan options
beer/wine, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $

Mazzah

1772 W. State St., Boise, ID 83702

(208) 333-2566

404 E. ParkCenter Blvd., Boise, ID 83706

(208) 333-2223

Mediterranean. Mazzah offers Lebanese-inspired Mediterranean cuisine at a very affordable price. Some tasty appetizers include grape leaves stuffed with veggies, pita triangles with hummus, and rice and lentils cooked with olive oil and topped with glazed onions. The veggie kabobs are an excellent meal choice as it includes two skewers of fresh grilled mushrooms, zucchini, tomatoes, and onion.

Open daily for lunch and dinner
Limited service
vegan options
take-out, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

Natural Grocers

1195 N. Milwaukee St., Boise, ID 83704

(208) 378-7323

Natural foods store/deli. Natural Grocers is a well-stocked, clean, and friendly market with a deli offering freshly-prepared meals to-go. They have a fresh produce section, bakery, a wide variety of nuts and bulk foods, weekly deals and bargains, vegan protein supplements, and specialty items as well as staples.

Open daily
Counter service
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC, $-$$

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Garden City

Roots Zero Waste Market Café

3308 West Chinden Blvd., Garden City, ID 83714

208-514-2665

Organic. Roots is a one-of-a-kind market that offers fresh, local, organic goods, and produce. At Roots, you can order from the daily rotation or from the made-to-order menu. Chickpea frittata, Tempeh Rheuben, Roasted Butternut Squash Enchilada, Cashew Mac n Cheese, soups, nosh and nibbler, and more are on the menu. Vegan items are clearly marked.

Open Monday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open Sunday for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner
Counter service
vegan options
fresh juices, beer/wine, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

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Hailey

··Wylde Beet

1 Carbonate St., Hailey, ID 83333

Vegan/food truck. Enjoy their weekly food menu including homemade meals, baked goods, and hot drinks. Examples of menu items: jackfruit tacos, eggy sandwiches, BBQ mac & cheese, blueberry scones, cookies, and fresh baked sourdough bread. Find their schedule and location at The Wylde Beet @wyldebeet_foodtruck) • Instagram photos and videos.

Open Thursday through Saturday for lunch. Closed Sunday through Wednesday
Take-out
vegan options
take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

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Ketchum

··Glow Juice Bar and Café

380 Washington Ave., #105, Ketchum, ID 83340

(208) 725-0314

Vegan/raw foods/organic. Enjoy organic raw dishes such as spring roll, marinated kale salad, Thai noodle bowl, sun burger, and avocado toast. They also offer smoothies, fresh juices, and teas. They are located in a health food store. Outdoor seating weather permitting.

Open Monday through Saturday for brunch and early dinner. Closed Sunday
Counter service
vegan options
fresh juices, take-out
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$

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Meridian

··Cinnaholic

The Village At Meridian, 3693 E. Longwing Ln., Ste. 125, Meridian, ID 83646

(208) 884-7500

Vegan/bakery. Cinnaholic offers over 30 flavors of gourmet cinnamon rolls -- and they are all vegan! Some include Almond, Blackberry, Butterscotch, Caramel, Cream Soda, Key Lime, Root Beer, & Pomegranate. Toppings range from Cookie Dough Chunks to Shredded Coconut and everything in between. They offer other sweet treats including cookies, brownies, muffins, specialty pie rolls, and baby buns (mini cinnamon rolls). If your sweet tooth has still not been sated, have a Frosting Shot!

Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday
Counter service
vegan options
take-out, catering
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

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Pocatello

Taste of India & Nepal

330 N. Main St., Pocatello, ID 83204

(208) 478-0172

Indian. Taste of India & Nepal offers authentic "Cuisine of the Himalaya" in the historic old town of Pocatello. Among their traditional dishes are vegetarian choices. Enjoy dining in their elegant and beautiful restaurant. Taste of India & Nepal is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday
Full service
vegan options
take-out, special beverages
VISA/MC, $$

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Twin Falls

Twin Falls Sandwich Company

128 Main Ave., N., Twin Falls, ID 83301

(208) 734-8372

Sandwich shop. The Twin Falls Sandwich Company offers gourmet sandwiches in a fun and friendly atmosphere. This eatery offers veggie items like the Veg Delight Sandwich, housemade Hummus Plate, and Bunny Burger (hold the mayo to make vegan). The restaurant is located in downtown Twin Falls. Outdoor seating is available.

Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Closed Sunday
Full service
vegan options
take-out, delivery, catering, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine
VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$

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