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

Nova Scotia

Amherst Dartmouth Halifax

Amherst

··Janelle's Vegan Kitchen

10 Lawrence St., Amherst, NS B4H 3G5

Vegan. Janelle’s Vegan Kitchen offers ginger noodle stir-fry with bell peppers, broccoli, bean sprouts, plant-based ginger ‘meat’, and rice noodles. They also serve lemongrass Chik’n stir-fry and sweet and sour tofu. You’ll also find wraps available such as a falafel wrap or a spicy tofu wrap.

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Dartmouth

The Wooden Monkey

40 Alderney Dr., Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4W1

(902) 466-3100

Natural foods/organic. The Wooden Monkey is a unique restaurant that serves up delicious food while remaining environmentally-conscious. They utilize organic and locally-grown ingredients as much as possible, and carry-out cups, plates, and cutlery are biodegradable. Even though not completely vegetarian, there are plenty of tantalizing vegetarian options including many that can easily be made vegan. Reservations are accepted.

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Halifax

··Copper Branch

1474 Lower Water St., Halifax, NS B3J 1R9

902-428-2536

Vegan. Copper Branch describes itself as a “Vegan Powerhouse” with a menu that lives up to the title. Stop in for a hearty breakfast with the Tofu Scramble Burrito and a Dairy Free Cappuccino. Or try some of the vegan versions of other classic dishes throughout the day. Options include the Mushroom Galaxy Burger, Organic Quinoa Chili, or Vegan Poutine. Be sure to check out the smoothie and dessert menus as well. All dishes are available gluten free, but organic Kamut bread is also available.

··enVie: A Vegan Kitchen

5775 Charles St., Halifax, NS B3K 1K7

(902) 492-4077

Vegan/natural foods. enVie is a vegan restaurant with a small lounge. The menu is ever-changing but focuses on locally-sourced foods. They offer raw foods, daily specials, and gluten free options. Enjoy dishes like Seitan Picatta, Raw Zucchini Bolognese, or their Quinoa and Mushroom Burger. enVie is located on the corner of Agricola and Charles in the North End of Halifax.

·Heartwood

6250 Quinpool Rd., Halifax, NS B3L 1A3

902-425-2808

Vegetarian. Menu includes appetizers, organic salads, sandwiches, veggie burgers, pizzas, bowls, and other entrees. Also has a kids’ menu and a weekend brunch menu. Sample dishes include: Taco Salad – layers of lettuce, corn chips, spiced beans topped with salsa, guacamole, and vegan Caesar dressing; Pesto Portobello – roasted Portobello mushroom on a bed of fresh greens, tomato, red onion, and Caesar dressing; Veggie Burgers made with millet and lentil and served on a whole grain bun, with roasted potatoes, soup, or steamed greens; Classic Vegan Pizza – tomato sauce, mushrooms, garlic, tofu, artichoke hearts, spinach, peppers, nutritional yeast topped with a vegan Caesar dressing; Traditional Heartwood Bowl – steamed greens, seasonal roasted vegetables, marinated tofu, toasted seeds, and sprouts on brown rice, or rice vermicelli noodles, topped with one of three sauces; Cajun Tofu – two tofu steaks breaded with spicy Cajun seasoning and topped with sweet and spicy tomato sauce, served with steamed greens and organic brown rice.

··Real Fake Meats

2278 Gottingen St., Halifax, NS B3K 0H2

(902) 405-2984

Vegan. Real Fake Meats is a plant-based butcher specializing in vegan meats and cheeses. The offer a variety of specialty craft sandwiches and soups. Every month, they host a Balance & Brunch club with an hour of yoga followed by a family style brunch. You can order take-out or pick up one of their charcuterie trays for your next event!

The Wooden Monkey

1707 Grafton St., Halifax, NS B3J 2C6

(902) 444-3844

Natural foods/organic. See description under Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

··Wild Leek Food & Juice Bar

2156 Windsor St., Halifax, NS B3K 5B6

(902) 444-5466

Vegan/café/juice bar. Wild Leek is a small neighborhood vegan eatery that focuses on seasonal and local ingredients. Everything is prepared fresh daily in-house. The menu features daily specials of three items: soup, quiche, and entrée. Some popular dishes include the BBQ Portobello (with cashew cheese on a baguette) and Bahn Mi (homemade seitan with veggies and sesame sauce on a baguette). The atmosphere is very comfortable and charming with local art featured on the walls. The restaurant is located in the West End area of Halifax.

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