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

Oregon

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Ashland

Ashland Food Cooperative

237 N. First St., Ashland, OR 97520

(541) 482-2237

Deli. Located in the Historic Railroad District, Ashland's only natural foods co-op is dedicated to providing the highest quality organic produce and whole foods possible. Their deli offers hot soups, hot entrées, a sandwich bar, dips and spreads, grab-and-go foods, and fresh bakery items.

Greenleaf

49 N. Main St., Ashland, OR 97520

(541) 482-2808

Italian. Located in the refurbished, old downtown area, the Greenleaf has both a patio and view of the river. Suitable for business entertaining, the menu includes tofu burgers, Greek vegan and veggie chef salads, baked potatoes, pasta, and a vegetarian soup of the day. There is also a wide range of box lunches, fresh baked desserts, breakfast options including Tofu Scramble, and á la carte options.

··NW Raw

370 E. Main St., Ashland, OR 97520

(541) 708-6363

Vegan/raw foods. NW Raw calls itself “an indoor restaurant to inspire an outdoor lifestyle.” While nominally an organic juice bar, the offerings at this bright, airy main-street Ashland establishment include several hearty dishes as well as all-day breakfast. Standout items are the various toasts, the smoothie bowls, salads, savory bowls, and crispy fresh waffles. In addition to a variety of fresh-pressed juices, nut mylks, and smoothies, a full coffee bar is available. A cozy fireplace warms up the friendly space that opens onto sidewalk dining, and children can order from their own menu. The full menu is gluten-free.

Señor Sam's Mexican Grill

1634 Ashland St., Ashland, OR 97520

(541) 734-3299

Mexican. Señor Sam's grills delicious Mexican fare with a separate menu available for vegetarians. Try the spicy Veggie Tamale or the Veggie Fajita Burrito stuffed with rice, beans, green, red, and gold bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.

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Astoria

·Blue Scorcher Bakery Café

1493 Duane St., Astoria, OR 97103

(503) 338-7473

Vegetarian/natural foods/organic. The Blue Scorcher is a worker-owned bakery and café with plenty of vegan options (marked by a flower on the menu). They feature local, organic, and seasonal foods on their completely vegetarian menu. Stop by for a vegan dessert and cup of coffee and check your email (they offer free Wi-Fi). They can also bake specially commissioned cakes (including vegan) for weddings and other events. Outdoor seating is available.

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Beaverton

Café Yumm!

14601 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, OR 97006

(503) 627-9866

Organic/natural foods. Café Yumm! is a growing franchise of restaurants offering organic and natural foods. All Yumm! Bowls are vegetarian and can easily be made vegan. Other tasty items include Tempeh Reuben, Ginger-Garlic Veggie Burger, Southwest Tofu Wrap, and Tofu or Tempeh Skewers. Please note that each location varies but most offer catering and some offer breakfast.

··Carina's Bakery

4725 SW Lombard Ave. #108, Beaverton, OR 97005

(503) 339-3187

Vegan/bakery. Located in a small shopping center across the street from Beaverton Town Square, Carina’s Bakery serves a variety of Swedish baked goods, coffee drinks, and savory lunch items. All items are vegan and soy-free, with gluten-free options available as well. The uniqueness of Carina’s Bakery not only comes from its baked goods, but also from its owner, Carina Comer, who is legally blind. Besides her love of crafting traditional pastries and cookies, she also has a strong commitment to helping people with disabilities learn various skills and share their love of baking. Hiring people who are visually impaired is one way that Carina’s Bakery supports the surrounding community.

··June

4589 SW Watson Ave., Beaverton, OR 97005

Vegan/bar. Cocktails are the name of the game with several imaginative choices. To start off with a blast, Cannonball fires away with bourbon, apple brandy, cardamom infused coffee liqueur, orange, and mole bitters. Beau Paysage features vodka, herbal liqueur, cantaloupe, lemon, and mint. One of several Nonalcoholic Cocktails, Odyssey blends citrusy, bittersweet, spicy Pathfinder Hemp & Root with blueberry, lemon, and soda. There’s also a wide selection of canned, bottled and Draft beer, as well as wine. Hungry? Small Bites include Turmeric Roasted Brussels Sprouts with hazelnuts and miso-curry ranch and battered, fried Kale pakora with mango chutney and soy yogurt. If you’re craving Fries with an Indian flavor twist, you might try Masala Fries dressed in cilantro-mint aioli and Tandoori beet ketchup, or their Deluxe Masala Fries that builds on the above, but swaps the Tandoori beet ketchup for roasted red pepper chutney and tomato chutney and adds tempeh and caramelized onions. Plates also include June Burger—a Beyond and lentil patty with salad fixings, beet ketchup and green chutney aioli. There’s a Salad and Sandwich option too. Cheers to Dessert! Raise a glass to Ginger Cardamom Cake with blueberry-mint compote or battered, fried Banana Pakora with Strawberry-citrus compote and mango chutney—both served with vanilla ice cream.

Swagat Indian Cuisine

4325 SW 109th Ave., Beaverton, OR 97005

(503) 626-3000

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 potatoes cooked with mild spices), and Navratan Koorma (nine vegetables in a mild cream sauce). Swagat also hosts tango, swing, and social dance lessons in the evenings. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Reservations are recommended.

·The Whole Bowl

4580 SW Watson Ave., Beaverton, OR 97005

503-381-0586

Vegetarian. The Whole Bowl’s motto could be, “If you’re going to do one thing, then do that one thing really well.” Their burrito bowl, with different size options, is the one and only star of the menu, but with ingredients including rice, cilantro, avocado, black olives, black and red beans, salsa, and their special Tali sauce, who needs other options? Whether you are looking for an energizing lunch to help you power through your afternoon or a healthy post-workout refuel or a place to bring an indecisive date, The Whole Bowl has you covered!

··Veggie Grill

3435 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, OR 97005

(503) 350-2369

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 Beaverton location is at Cedar Hills Crossing.

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Bend

Bend Pizza Kitchen

2755 NW Crossing Dr. #101, Bend, OR 97703

(541) 647-1819

Pizza/Italian. Be sure to check out their vegan menu that offers a wide variety of creative vegan pizzas, as well as salads, soup, vegan cheesy bread, and more.

Café Yumm!

325 SW Powerhouse Dr., Ste. 130, Bend, OR 97702

(541) 318-9866

Organic/natural foods. See description under Beaverton, OR.

··Fix and Repeat

555 NW Arizona Ave., Ste. 50, Bend, OR 97703

541-385-9603

Vegan/natural foods. Looking for the perfect plant-based menu to fuel your healthy lifestyle? Then Fix and Repeat is the vegan restaurant for you! From fruit and veggie smoothies, including a “Super Berry” smoothie and nutrient-dense “macro bowls,” such as a sweet breakfast oat bowl and savory “fiesta bowl,” Fix and Repeat has food you can feel good about. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, so you can enjoy their meals outside on a warm, sunny day or in the comfort of their modern-style restaurant. Fix and Repeat is also committed to fueling the community with healthy food beyond its plant-based menu through local outreach, non-profit donations, and partnerships.

Lively Up Yourself

Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 NE 4th St., Bend, OR 97701

541-508-7559

Vegan/food cart. With menus inspired by the owners’ Midwestern upbringing, Lively Up Yourself aims to bring nostalgic comfort food flavors to vegans while also enticing non-vegans to try a plant-based meal. Nothing says nostalgia like macaroni and cheese, and here you will find a selection of Mac Bowls, ranging from the Classic with their OG cheeze sauce, green onion and paprika, to the Krabby Mac, made with a krabby patty, Cajun remoulade, ranch, green onion, paprika, and dulse flakes. Other tantalizing options include the St. Louis Style Ribz (made-from-scratch seitan and jackfruit ribz coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce with ranch) and the B*tchin Chik’n sandwich, a breaded seitan buffalo chik’n patty served with a garlic aioli, pickles, tomatoes, and ranch coleslaw. There are some variations in menu offerings between the two locations, and it’s noted that most items can be made gluten-free upon request. And in case you’re wondering, yes, their name was inspired by the Bob Marley song.

·Salud Live Kitchen

431 NW Franklin Ave., Ste. 150, Bend, OR 97703

(541) 678-5368

Vegetarian/raw foods. If you are looking for a healthy meal or just a snack in a cool little café, stop here! From amazing juices, fresh smoothies, nourishing tonics, to tasty wraps and salads, not your typical tacos, refreshing small plates, and a Mexican mocha that keeps some coming back time and time again. Check out the board for daily specials and soup of the day and the dessert case for daily delicious raw treats!

··Toasty Food Truck

536 NW Arizona Ave., Bend, OR 97701

541-280-8912

Vegan/food truck. One of their most loved items is their nacho crunchwrap. They also have burritos and wraps, salads and bowls, and even a kid-friendly menu. They pride themselves in only using fresh ingredients.

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Bridal Veil

Multnomah Falls Lodge Restaurant

50000 Historic Columbia River Hwy., Bridal Veil, OR 97010

(503) 695-2376

American. This is a standard American restaurant, but the menu does include items such as whole oat grains oatmeal, dinner salads made with spinach, a Boca burger, vegetarian Moroccan Stew, and sweet potato fries.

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Corvallis

Café Yumm!

2001 NW Monroe Ave., #109, Corvallis, OR 97330

(541) 757-9866

Organic/natural foods. See description under Beaverton, OR.

China Delight

325 NW 2nd St., Corvallis, OR 97330

(541) 753-3753

Chinese. Delight in China Delight's vegetarian specialties like Spicy Sesame Tempeh or Tofu in Mandarin Sauce.

·Nearly Normal's Gonzo Cuisine

109 NW 15th St., Corvallis, OR 97330

(541) 753-0791

Vegetarian/natural foods. This local restaurant has an extensive and diverse vegetarian menu. Great salads with seasoned tofu and homemade dressings as well as homemade desserts are featured. There are farm-fresh specials in the summertime. All visitors should have a Nearly Normal's experience while in the area!

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Eugene

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

··Acorn Community Café

769 Monroe St., Eugene, OR 97402

541-403-7647

Vegan café/bakery. Acorn Community Café not only offers mouthwatering, hearty brunch and dinner menus, but also a tip-free concept with the option of paying-it-forward in lieu of a tip—so that diners (if they choose to) can contribute toward the cost of a meal for someone in the community who could use the assistance and a good meal. The gratuity is incorporated into the menu prices, so their employees are taken care of as well. So not only will you get to enjoy a brunch with biscuits and herb mushroom gravy or buckwheat pancakes topped with bananas, toasted walnuts, caramel, and maple syrup, but you will also have the opportunity to share in the sense of community that this café has created. If you are dining later in the day, the dinner menu offers delights such as the Grilled Radicchio Salad (made with grapefruit, toasted hazelnuts, and black barley with a charred lemon vinaigrette) and the Mash & Bourguignon (foraged mushrooms, carrots, and onions in a red wine porcini sauce, served over cream of celeriac mashed potatoes). Their shake menu includes the Salted Vanilla Bean and the “dine-in only” Irish Whisky Shake. All sweet tooths will be satisfied as well, with the bakery menu that includes a 9-inch Hazelnut Coffee Cake (vanilla hazelnut cake layered with coffee buttercream and hazelnut praline) and Lemon Curd Cupcakes. And in case you’re wondering, the recipients of the pay-it-forward meals eat from the same menu—no leftover vegan meatloaf served here.

Café Yumm!

550 Pearl St., Ste. 130, Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 344-9866

1801 Willamette St. #140, Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 686-9866

130 Oakway Ctr., Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 465-9866

1005 Green Acres Rd., Eugene, OR 97408

(541) 684-9866

860 East 13th Ave., Eugene, OR 97401

541-349-9866

Organic/natural foods. See description under Beaverton, OR.

Capella Market

2489 Williamette St., Eugene, OR 97405

(541) 345-1014

Natural foods store/deli. Capella Market is a natural foods store featuring a deli counter that always offers vegetarian options. Try Chinese Tofu Noodle Salad, Tempeh Reuben, Baked Tofu, or Grilled Eggplant. The menu changes frequently but one vegetarian soup is offered daily. Prices are inexpensive, but the deli is for take-out only. Capella is located near Amazon Park and Civic Stadium.

Glenwood

2588 Willamette St., Eugene, OR 97405

541-687-8201

American. Enjoy a great variety of vegetarian options, including frittatas, waffles, vegetarian sausage, quiche, tofu or black bean burritos, veggie and/or tofu wraps, Garden burgers, pasta dishes, tempeh stir-fry, cabbage rolls, and much more.

Laughing Planet Café

760 Blair Blvd., Eugene, OR 97402

(541) 868-0668

Natural foods/organic. The Laughing Planet Café offers delicious foods at great prices. Vegan items include Thai-Me-Up Burrito, Chairman Meow Rice Bowl, Black Jack Quesadilla, and their famous Vegan Chili. Customize your meal with organic tofu, organic tempeh, vegan sour cream, or vegan rice cheese.

··Lotus Garden Vegetarian Restaurant

810 Charnelton St., Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 344-1928

Vegan/Chinese. Step into Lotus Garden for delicious vegan Chinese fare, such as Cashew Vegetable, Wheat Gluten with Ginger Sauce, Sweet & Sour Tofu, Pineapple Soy Slices, or Lotus Pond Delight (Hunan Veggie Fish). Every dish is made to order at this family-friendly restaurant. They have a gluten-free soy sauce which can be used to prepare almost any dish gluten-free. Lotus Garden is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours.

·Morning Glory Café

450 Willamette St., Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 687-0709

Vegetarian/natural foods/organic. Morning Glory Café serves breakfast all day. There is a vegan bakery on the premises, organics are used whenever possible, and even the ketchup is homemade. Breakfast items include vegan French toast, vegan biscuits and gravy, and vegan omelets. Lunch offers Zephyr's Marinated Tempeh, Baked Tofu Luna, and Jamaican Jerk Tempeh. On the side you can choose from Tantric Mushroom Gravy, Herbed Tofu Sour Creme, and Tofu Creme Fraiche.

Poppi's Anatolia

992 Willamette St., Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 343-9661

Natural Foods/Mediterranean. This restaurant offers a wide variety of Mediterranean vegetarian dishes, including an Eggplant and Chickpea Stew, several curries, soups, and salads.

Sam Bond's Garage Pub & Café

407 Blair Blvd., Eugene, OR 97402

(541) 431-6603

Café/bar/venue. Located in the Blair Historic District in Eugene, Sam Bond's Garage features live music nightly along with a full bar including local and regional microbrews. Its mostly-vegetarian menu changes daily but usually offers pizza topped with choices like crimini mushrooms, spinach, sundried tomatoes, and tofu. Sandwiches may include their Tempeh Sloppy Joe or Portobello Sandwich.

··The Coco Nut

1085 Chambers St., Eugene, OR 97402

541-505-9181

Vegan. The Coco Nut sources locally from Organically Co. and proudly does not serve any gluten, oil, and refined sugars. One of their dishes, called ‘Mango Ceviche Tostadas,’ includes mango, coconut meat, cucumber, tomatoes, shredded carrots, corn, avocado, salsa roja and ranch drizzle on oat/cashew tostadas. They also have soft serve ice cream made with almonds, coconut water, and a rotating daily flavor.

Wandering Goat Café

268 Madison St., Eugene, OR 97402

(541) 344-5161

Café/coffeehouse. The Wandering Goat Café focuses on organic and locally-grown coffees. All baked goods are vegan. They host community events such as independent film showings and live musical performances. The Goat is located in the Whiteaker neighborhood of Eugene.

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Grants Pass

Sunshine Natural Foods Café

128 SW H St., Grants Pass, OR 97526

(541) 474-5044

Natural foods/organic. Enjoy Sunshine's organic salad bar and a buffet Tuesday through Friday.

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Hillsboro

Swagat Indian Cuisine

1340 NE Orenco Station Pkwy., Hillsboro, OR 97124

(503) 844-3838

Indian. See description under Beaverton, OR.

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Hood River

China Gorge Restaurant

2680 Old Columbia River Dr., Hood River, OR 97031

(541) 386-5331

Chinese. Enjoy authentic Szechuan and Hunan cuisines at China Gorge. Their Bean Curd Homestyle and Vegetarian Moo Shu are delicious, and you can dine while gazing over the Columbia River.

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Lake Oswego

··Next Level Burger

11 South State St., Lake Oswego, OR 97034

(503) 272-8768

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.

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Madras

Great Earth Natural Foods

46 SW D St., Madras, OR 97741

(541) 475-1500

Natural foods/organic. Great Earth Natural Foods is focused on sustainability. They utilize natural, organic, and local ingredients. The menu changes with the seasons in order to take advantage of the freshest ingredients available. They offer a selection of vegetarian choices, as well as gluten-free options.

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McMinnville

Wild Wood Café

319 N. Baker St., McMinnville, OR 97128

(503) 435-1454

Café. This is a family-owned restaurant specializing in breakfast with a number of lunch options as well. Lunch includes wide range of veggie burgers, veggie melt, and salads. They make their own breads, granola, soups, and salsa.

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Newport

Oceana Natural Foods

159 SE 2nd St., Newport, OR 97365

(541) 265-8285

Natural foods store/deli. You'll find homemade soups made without dairy or meat, some vegan sandwiches made daily, and a salad bar with organic ingredients at this self-service co-op.

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Portland

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Aloha, Beaverton, Bridal Veil, Gresham, Hillsboro, and West Linn.)

··Astera

1407 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97214

503-610-8062

Vegan. Chef-owned Astera offers a tasting menu which rotates, reflecting seasonal offerings. They post the most recent version on their website on Thursdays. Their vegan cuisine is creatively inspired, celebrating local food, with a theme of fermentation techniques. You might find a delight of blue petals sprinkled over a diverse array of colors, textures, and shapes on your plate—a work of art in itself, crafted by local potters. Some examples from the most recent menu posted on their website include Cabbage with Star Anise, Onion, Malted Koji broth, Bread and Smoked “Honey Butter,” King Trumpet Mushroom with Spruce-Elderberry Demiglace & Parsnip Puree, Chewy Beets with Soy yogurt and Wild blueberry and Sheepshead sorrel, to name a few. Their Temperance Beverages (which may contain small amounts of alcohol) are Housemade Fermented Drinks such as Pear & Parsnip Komboucha , Blueberry, Rosehip & Sumac Tibicos, Spruce Soda and more. Ready for Dessert? How about Celeriac Ice Cream, (yes, you read that correctly!) Sunchoke Caramel, Roast Apple Puree and Hazelnut.

··Avocadamama

5240 NE 42nd Ave., Portland, OR 97218

(626) 559-2391

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

··Baby Ketten Klub

2433 SE Powell Blvd., Portland, OR 97202

(503) 444-7903

Vegan. This establishment has a large vegan menu including appetizers, hot dogs, salads, tacos, sandwiches, burgers, desserts, and craft beers.

··Ben & Esther's

1000 NE Alberta St., Portland, OR 97211

503-265-8470

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.

·Black Water

223 NE Russell St., Portland, OR 97212

(503) 546-1682

Vegetarian. This heavy metal themed bar is shaking up the image of vegetarianism. They serve vegetarian food with tons of vegan options. They also have the ability to cater to our gluten-free friends. Their food is “greasy bar food” themed, and is as rockstar as their frequent performers. I got their vegan mozzarella sticks and pimento grilled “cheese”. The combination of the cool atmosphere and great, animal-free food made for a happy camper. I will definitely be returning. Black Water bar is located on the corner of NE Broadway and Schulyer St.

··Blossoming Lotus Café and Juice Bar

2122 NW Quimby St., Portland, OR 97210

(503) 937-2088

Vegan café. Blossoming Lotus Café and Juice Bar offers a variety of plant-based foods, from smoothies to juices to green bowls. Green bowls feature a variety of vegetables including kale, avocado and edamame. The smoothies and juices include ingredients with a priority on various health themes. For example, the café offers a “heart strong” smoothie, and a “resilience and immunity” smoothie. They also offer dishes such as Mac and Cheese Bowl, Beet Crunch Bowl, Bibimbap, and more.

··Boxcar Pizza

2701 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR 97232

Vegan/pizzeria. This pizza joint is located in a popular food court known as The Zipper. They are serving up 8x10 inch Detroit-style pizzas with the characteristic rectangular shape and thick, chewy crust. Although the toppings don’t sound (or taste) vegan, no menu items contain any vegan ingredients, not even the coconut-oil based cheese. You can find classic pizzas like cheese or pepperoni; but if you want to order something more adventurous, try the steak and chimichurri or Nashville not chicken options. There is even a gluten-free menu available with all the same menu items so no one has to miss out on an indulgent vegan meal.

··Buddy’s Steaks

4255 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97215

215-694-8095

Vegan/American. Buddy’s Steaks specializes in vegan Philly Cheesesteaks, sandwiches, hoagies, and more! Its outdoor counter service building is located in the alley, right across from Mt. Tabor Veterinary Care on SE Belmont St. Customers rave about Buddy Steaks’ friendly service, and highly recommend their vegan mozzarella sticks! Their special is “The Spicy Daddy Meal,” a Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak (vegan) with hot pepper provolone and peppers with a side of fries, but you can’t go wrong with their classic and popular vegan Cheesesteak with plant based steak and sautéed onions. While their vegan cheese is made with cashews, they offer cashew free versions by request for allergies. For dessert, they serve vegan “Irish Potatoes,” a Philadelphia sweet made with Coconut cream balls covered in cinnamon and cocoa.

··Bye and Bye

1011 NE Alberta St., Portland, OR 97211

(512) 887-8139

Vegan/bar. Tired of being able to order little else than a beverage at a bar? Bye and Bye’s food menu is fully vegan, so you can unwind while enjoying great food. Try the Chili Pie with Tofutti sour cream, non-dairy cheese, and nutritional yeast. The Meatball Sub comes with veggie meatballs and oat cheese. Other offerings include the Cornmeal Tempeh Sandwich, BBQ Brussel Bowl with tofu, and the Southwest Bowl with collard greens, brown rice, red beans, nutritional yeast tofu, and chipotle ranch sauce. For a small appetizer, order hummus and chips, chips and salsa, edamame, or pretzel knots.

Café Yumm!

1806 SW 6th Ave., Portland, OR 97201

(503) 226-9866

Organic/natural foods. See description under Beaverton, OR.

··Capitol Bar

1440 NE Broadway St., Portland, OR 97232

(541) 595-8601

Vegan/pub. The Capitol Bar is the perfect spot in NE Portland to enjoy an array of cocktails and plant-based dishes like mac & cheese, burgers, and nachos. Can’t find something on the drink menu that you’d like? The creative bartenders can take care of that and make an off-the-menu special that’ll hit your taste buds just right. The atmosphere is airy and modern with a karaoke room upstairs that you can reserve and outdoor seating on a patio.

Cup and Saucer Café

3566 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 236-6001

Diner. Cup and Saucer, in true diner fashion, serves comfort foods at incredible prices. All menu items are available all day including breakfast. Enjoy hefty sandwiches, soups, and salads for lunch and dinner. Veggie items include Corn Meal Pancakes, Veggie Reuben (made with tofu), and the Grilled Veggie Burger. Please note that the locations on Denver Avenue and Killingsworth Street are not open for dinner.

··Daylily Coffee Shop

912 N. Fremont St., Portland, OR 97227

503-477-7264

Vegan/coffeehouse. Seven breakfast items, all of which come on an English muffin and are 100% vegan, including No. 1 (Just Egg, Cheese, Arugula, and Garlic-Aioli) and No. 4 (Peanut Butter and Jam) and Breakfast Burrito (Tofu Scramble, Black Beans, Potatoes, and Salsa). Lunch includes Mediterranean Wrap (Seasoned Soy Curls, Hummus, Romaine, Kalamata Olives, Red Onions, Red Peppers, Tortilla, Tahini Dressing) and Thai Chick’n Wrap (Seasoned Soy Curls, Red Onion, Shredded Carrots, Red Peppers, Romaine, Thai Peanut Dressing, Tortilla). Smoothies include Peanut Butter Banana, Kale Mango, and Ginger Berry.

·DC Vegetarian

5026 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97204

(503) 374-3388

Vegetarian/American. Offers tasty breakfast and lunch sandwiches and subs, burgers, and all items are said to be made with lots of love. Opt for local favorites like the Vegan BLT or Vegan Steak & Cheese Sub (made with their own homemade seitan). All menu items are vegetarian and can be made vegan upon request. With the energetic employees and veganized American favorites, DC Vegetarian is definitely worth a visit!

··Dirty Lettuce

4727 NE Fremont St., Portland, OR 97213

(769) 243-5325

Vegan. If you’re looking for some vegan, Cajun-flavored comfort food stop by Dirty Lettuce and bring your non-vegan friends for some fried chicken that “honestly can’t be put into words.” Also enjoy Southern Style Greens, Mac and Cheez, Southern Fried Cauliflower Bites.

··Doe Donuts

8201 SE Powell, Portland, OR 97226

(503) 333-4404

Vegan/bakery. Doe is an all vegan donut shop that serves creative flavors including French Toast, Passionflower, and Thai Tea Fritter.

·Epif

404 NE 28th Ave., Portland, OR 97232

(971) 254-8680

Vegetarian. Come visit Epif, an elegant restaurant with cuisine inspired by the Andes region of South America. A vegetarian restaurant with vegan options, Epif has a unique menu with appetizers like their ceviche made with mushroom, red onion, red pepper, and cilantro in a tropical leche de tigre, served cold with home baked sweet potato chips dusted with rosemary salt. Try their polenta, inspired by Argentina’s Italian influence, made with paper thin eggplant slices folded around a roasted garlic-walnut-tofu filling, served with a grilled polenta cake, and accompanied by arugula, chimichurri, and tomato sauce. Stop by for their daily happy hour in the afternoon.

··Feral

1640 NE Killingsworth St., Portland, OR 97211

Vegan/eclectic. Community oriented, one of Feral’s core values is having all their guests feel safe and welcome. They endeavor to respect the environment by employing techniques which leave as little waste as possible. While they aim to accommodate dietary restrictions, please see their FAQs for details. They collaborate with women owned businesses and local farmers to offer vegetable focused fare. Their menu reflects an ever evolving perspective, changing frequently to optimize seasonality. Here are some examples of dishes on the menu when this was written: Plum Barbecued Summer Chanterelles and Grits glazed with guajillo chili pepper and plum barbecue sauce, grilled zucchini, creamy grits, porcini jus, tomatillo salsa and cilantro; Country Fried Lion’s Mane--cornmeal-battered, served with blueberry, gochugaru (a sun dried chili powder with smoky, fruity, slightly sweet heat), koji sofrito, and vegetable salad in an herby, basil vinaigrette; Fettuccini with Eggplant and Chestnut Mushroom featuring eggplant cream, cherry tomato conserva, and fresh basil; Peaches and Cream marinated in ginger and lemongrass green tea with caramelized shallots, mint, calendula, fresh Jimmy Nardello (sweet, mild, fruity peppers) and aerated, fermented cashew; as well as Whipped Tofu and Cucumber Tartine featuring Ota tofu pate, black garlic skin and Za’atar (a savory Middle Eastern spice blend). That’s just a sample of some of their creative techniques and flavor combinations. Examples of Dessert possibilities include Spruce Tip Crème Brulée with Huckleberry balsamic syrup or mixed Stone Fruit and Cherry Scoop which chimes nicely on the tongue with vanilla ice cream, red wine cherry syrup and fresh bay oil. Though not required, reservations (via their Home Page) are highly recommended. Children are allowed until 8PM.

··Food Fight! Vegan Grocery

1217 SE Stark St., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 233-3910

Vegan/general store. Food Fight! is an all-vegan grocery store offering pretty much anything a vegan could want. From snacks, sweets, staples, and beverages, to books, clothing, and personal care items, Food Fight! has you covered. They also know what vegan means so you won't find bone-char proecessed sugar or honey here. The good news is that you don't have to live in Portland to shop -- they have an online store!

··Fortune Bar

614 SW 11th Ave., Portland, OR 97205

503-384-2347

Vegan/bar. Fortune is a 100% plant-based cocktail bar and lounge. Their vegan charcuterie board serves 3 people and includes artisan cheeses, bread, fruit, nuts, and pickled veggies. Appetizers such as bakon-wrapped dates, mozzarella stix, and rosemary garlic fries are also available. Main dishes on the menu include a cashew ricotta panini with roasted veggies on a ciabatta bun and a winter salad with roasted beets and lemon vinaigrette.

·Garden Café

Portland Adventist Medical Center, 10123 SE Market St., Portland, OR 97216

(503) 257-2500

Vegetarian/natural foods. The Garden Café is a full service cafeteria offering vegetarian entrées, salad bar, fresh fruit bar, and a fast-food grill featuring 15 vegetarian sandwiches. They have an extensive full menu of delicious food prepared fresh daily featuring local and Adventist favorites, chef specials and seasonal selections. They offer a generous variety of whole grains, fresh vegetables and fruits; legumes, nuts, and seeds are commonly used in their recipes. With a rotating menu, each day offers a unique set of choices to entice everyone’s taste buds. Enjoy your meal in their comfortable dining room or outside on the patio. The Garden Café embraces the Adventist position of practicing a vegetarian lifestyle to support the holistic nature of humankind. Their grill service prepares fresh, hot sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and side dishes. Weekend and holiday service hours are limited. Vegetarian meals have been served here for more than 100 years. Enjoy a wide variety of foods in a comfortable dining area with indoor and outdoor seating, just six blocks off Interstate 205.

··Gnarlys

(Core) 3612 SE 82nd Ave., Portland, OR 97266

Vegan/food cart. Take a blue and purple gorilla-inspired mascot, a space in Portland’s CORE Collective Oregon Eateries, and a menu with burgers named “dang” and “biff,” and you have Gnarlys, a vegan food cart serving up burgers, fries, and shakes. The burgers are made using a blended plant-based patty formula; you can get your fries standard or loaded; and shake offerings may include Never Mint (peppermint syrup, oat whip, & a candy cane) or Oreo is for Lovers (chocolate syrup & Oreos).

··Greenleaf Juicing Company

810 NW 12th Ave., Portland, OR 97209

(971) 271-8988

617 SW Morrison St., Portland, OR 97205

(503) 841-5767

414 SE Grand Ave., Portland, OR 97214

(971) 271-8359

3151 SW Moody Ave., Portland, OR 97239

(503) 477-6406

Vegan/organic/juice bar. Greenleaf Juicing Company is an all vegan juice bar with multiple locations. The company uses all organic and non-GMO ingredients to craft their menu. In addition to juice, they also offer an array of smoothies, bowls, quinoa dishes, and steamed soups. Want to go all in? You can order a 3 or 6-day juice cleanse made fresh to order each day. Try some fan favorites including the Green Solution, a smoothie with kale, apple, spinach, and banana or a Green Lemonade, a juice made with lemon, ginger, pineapple, pear, and cucumber.

·Harlow

3715 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97202

(971) 255-0138

Vegetarian/juice bar. Harlow’s breakfast and lunch menu features scrambles, breakfast sweets, soups, and salads. Scrambles can be made with either eggs, tempeh, or jackfruit; try the Pesto Garden Scramble with homemade walnut pesto or the Outlaw Scramble with chipotle black bean chili, guacamole, and pepitas. The Strawberry Shortstack includes 3 almond butter and quinoa pancakes layered with house granola and strawberry cashew cream. The dinner menu features enchiladas, a vegetable stir-fry, and a zucchini noodle pasta salad among other items.

··Homegrown Smoker

8638 N. Lombard, Portland, OR 97203

(503) 477-7274

Vegan. The Homegrown Smoker is the ideal casual vegan restaurant to go to. It is kid-friendly, and has great outdoor seating, in which you can smell the delicious food being prepared. What could be better than vegan barbecue? One of the local favorites is the smoked rib plate, which is served with hush puppies. This delicious dish can be paired with appetizer of fried pickle spears, and the minted sweet tea can be drank to cool down. When you finish eating at the Homegrown Smoker, you can take a stroll through the St. Johns City Park.

··Ice Queen

2012 SE 11th Ave., Portland, OR 97214

206-829-9844

Vegan/ice cream parlor. Vegan popsicles and Thiccflurries with toppings based on classic paletas flavor. This is 100% plant-based Mexican inspired street food.

India Grill

2924 E. Burnside St., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 236-1790

Indian. With an eclectic array of Indian delicacies, India Grill also dedicates part of its menu to vegetarian specials, such as Saagalu (spinach cooked with potatoes) and Bengan Ki Sabji (stir-fried eggplant-potato-green herb combination).

··Jade Rabbit

The Emerald Room At Aimsir Distilling, 2117 NE Oregon St., Ste. 202, Portland, OR 97232

971-213-1085

Vegan/Asian. All-vegan kitchen and dining space serving their interpretation of an eclectic best-of various Asian cuisines with a delicious emphasis on dim sum. Order one of your go-tos while branching out and trying something new. Some customer favorites include Chili Oil Wontons, Mapo Tofu, Crab Rangoons, and Siu Mai Dumplings. The Chili Oil Wontons were filled with "pork" belly and "beef," tossed in a mixture of spice and garnishes; while the Mapo Tofu was savory, spicy, and delicious. In the meantime, the Crab Rangoons were very flavorful and included vegan cream cheese, "crab" meat and spring onions. The Siu Mai came in a pack of four topped with caviar-like pearls; they were big, juicy, and extra meaty. Overall the food was delicious and filling, packed with flavor and truly one-of-a-kind. Additionally, the tea was lovely and fragrant; try the tea ceremony if you can! The interior of the place was truly exceptional, featuring tall ceilings and modern rustic detailing. Please note that most of the seating is upstairs, though there are some tables on the ground floor that are ADA accessible.

··Jet Black Coffee Company

11150 NE Weidler St., Portland, OR 97220

(503) 889-0739

Vegan/bakery. With outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi, this bakery has tons of natural light and an urban nostalgia that will keep you coming back for more than the delicious coffee and vegan baked goods.

··Kate's Ice Cream

3713 N. Mississippi Ave., Portland, OR 97227

503-249-9640

Vegan/ice cream parlor. Kate’s Ice Cream is a plant-based ice cream shop. Take home a pint of ice cream year-round or a waffle cone scoop during the summer months! Flavors include Maple Masala Chai, Salted Peanut Butter Brittle, and their signature Marionberry Cobbler.

·KaTi Portland

2932 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97202

503 77-6059 *Err*

Vegetarian/Thai. KaTi Portland is a completely vegetarian Thai restaurant located in the neighborhood of Richmond. Many of the dishes are already vegan or can be made vegan upon request. The traditional Thai dishes come with fun options like tempeh or tofu. Be sure to check out the happy hour menu (limited hours). Closed between lunch and dinner, so call ahead for hours

·La Taquiza Vegana

2216 SE 50th Ave., Portland, OR 97215

503-764-5409

Vegan/food truck. Enjoy vegan Mexican food made modern. Vegan Mexican street food. Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and fries. Location changes; so check website first.

Laughing Planet Café

3320 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 235-6472

922 NW 21st Ave., Portland, OR 97209

(503) 445-1319

4110 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202

(503) 788-2921

4405 SW Vermont St., Portland, OR 97219

(503) 244-4254

Natural foods/organic. See description under Eugene, OR.

··Loving Hut

1239 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR 97201

(503) 248-6715

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.

·Maruti

1925 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 236-0714

Vegetarian/Indian. Maruti, located on the north border of Portland’s historic Ladd’s Addition neighborhood, is an all-vegetarian restaurant with multiple vegan options. The menu serves up vegan dishes like daal tadka, which are lentils in a curry sauce, biryani, samosas, and more. Gluten-free options are available and clearly marked on the menu. Vegan chai is served, as well as a variety of Indian-inspired cocktails that include ingredients like cardamom, mango, lime, and Indian liquers. Organic and local ingredients are used wherever possible.

··Mirisata

2420 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97214

Vegan. Mirisata specializes in Sri Lankan street food. Thy offer four options for lunch, as well as a combo and an additional option for dinner. They are 100% vegan and and offer gluten-free options. Examples include rice & curry and Impossible beef rolls. The dishes are meant to be mixed together, combining a variety of flavors.

··Mis Tacones

1670 NE Killingsworth St., Portland, OR 97211

323-485-2731

Vegan/Mexican. Mis Tacones is about 2 blocks from Alberta Park, near the main shopping area, right on the corner of Killingsworth and NE 17th street. Mis Tacones aims to celebrate the flavor of their Mexican and Chicanx heritage and embrace the BIPOC and Queer communities through food and culture. Dine on guacamole and many tacos including seitan and pico de gallo as well as optional cashew cream. Many tacos include seitan and pico de gallo as well as optional cashew cream. Of course there are burritos and empanadas too. Choose from corn or potatoes empanada with soyrizo—a soy based vegan version of Mexican chorizo. Their Chimichanga looks like a confection, swirled with zigzags of cheese and lime cilantro-cashew cream sauce, topped with a rosette of peppers and onions. Dessert options include caramelized flan, conchas, deep fried ice cream, and dough fritters dressed in cinnamon sugar called bunuelos.

··Next Level Burger

4121 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 719-7058

Vegan/fast food. See description under Lake Oswego, OR entry.

Nicholas Restaurant

318 SE Grand Ave., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 235-5123

Middle Eastern. Nicholas Restaurant serves Lebanese and Middle Eastern fare with a vast array of vegetarian options. Try the flavorful veggie kebab over rice or the thin-crust pizza topped with oregano, thyme, sumac, olive oil and sesame seeds. Their menu notes which dishes are vegan or can be made vegan. Cash only.

··Norah

3801 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97214

Vegan. Although Thai in name, the cuisine here is truly Pan-Asian, with dishes ranging from samosas to tempura, and plenty of choices in between, including inventions like Drunken Linguine and favorites such as Pad Thai. A community hub as much as it is a restaurant, Norah is located just west of Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., a few blocks south of Laurelhurst Park.

··Obon Shokudo

720 SE Grand Ave., Portland, OR 97214

503-206-7967

Vegan/Japanese. They serve a myriad of different classic Japanese favorites made vegan! You can find them at this street location or at the PSU Portland Farmer’s Market on Saturday. Try one of their many flavors of ‘onigiri’, a kind of Japanese rice ball. They even give free ‘dog sushi’ for customers with canine companions!

·Off The Griddle

6526 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR 97206

(503) 764-9160

Vegetarian/American. Off The Griddle holds special events such as Milkshake Monday and Sunday Brunch. Menu favorites include the Smokey Bleu Burger and the Buffalo Chick'n Mac & Cheeze. Off The Griddle also has many gluten-free options. They have free Wi-Fi.

··Oracle Coffee Company

3875 SW Bond Ave., Portland, OR 97239

(971) 339-9002

Vegan/coffeehouse. Oracle Coffee Company serves gourmet coffee and coffee drinks as well as tasty vegan faire. The baked goods are prepared in the Pennsylvania Dutch-style and are provided by a local bakery called Shoofly "Vegan Bakery."

··Orange & Blossom

1612 NE Killingworth St., Portland, OR 97211

Vegan. With an emphasis on whole foods, Orange & Blossom states their values as being “rooted in compassion for all living things.” Using fair trade, low impact ingredients, they prioritize sourcing from local, organic farms. Changing daily, their menu blooms with the seasons, aiming to provide the best of what’s available. Here are some examples. Craving something savory? There’s House Focaccia Bread with organic California olive oil, local spring onion, garlic and rosemary, with or without local, seasonal organic veggies or Pesto Padron Mozzarella Brioche with local, organic Padron peppers, pumpkin seed pesto, cashew mozzarella, and pepitas. Moving onto sweet possibilities, there’s Cardamom Orange Blossom Bun—a soft brioche swirled with cardamom, brown sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, and vegan butter, crowned with orange blossom glaze; Buckwheat Ganache Brownie crafted with local Buckwheat and Valrhona cocoa, topped by dark chocolate ganache and roasted cocoa nib; Pistachio Olive Oil Cake topped with Chio pistachio butter buttercream and candied citrus; and Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookie their “OG cookie” studded with organic fair-trade 70% dark chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt, or house Boysenberry Almond Brioche, finished with almond frangipane cream, Groundwork Organics boysenberries, and sliced almonds.

Paradox Café

3439 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 232-7508

Natural foods. This mostly vegetarian/vegan, diner-style café is located in the heart of the trendy Belmont district. All of the breads, sauces and desserts served here are dairy- and egg-free and many of the ingredients used are local and organic. Breakfast is served anytime and can include dishes such as the Breakfast Burrito, Corn Cakes, Scrambled Curry Tofu with Mixed Veggies or Biscuits & Almond Gravy. Lunch and dinner items range from Tacos non Carne or Tofurky Sandwich to Green Curry with Tofu or Fettucini Alfredo. While they do serve hamburgers, the patties are cooked on a skillet separate from other items. Cash only.

··Petunia's Pies and Pastries

610 SW 12th Ave., Portland, OR 97205

(503) 841-5961

Vegan/bakery. Petunia’s Pies and Pastries is a sweet haven for those with dietary restrictions, as everything they make is vegan and gluten-free. With an extensive menu of cakes, pies, cookies, and even ice cream, you can be rest assured your sweet tooth will be satisfied. In the mood for something more savory? They also have a small café menu with a chunky vegetable pot pie and spinach lasagna!

··Rabbits Café

U.S. Bancorp Tower, 555 SW Oak St., Ste. 6, Portland, OR 97204

(503) 206-4512

115 NE 6th Ave., Portland, OR 97232?

(971) 229-0357

Vegan/café. Rabbits Cafe is a small breakfast and lunch spot that you may have to search for, as ithe 555 SW Oak St., Ste. 6 locatioh is inside the Bancorp Tower on the bottom floor. Once you're there though, they have a range of rice and kale bowls, wraps, smoothies, and salads to choose from. Arrive before 11am to try their biscuits and gravy or one of several varieties of tofu scramble. Seating is limited, but you can always order your meal to go! The 115 NE 6th Ave. location is in Northeast Portland and is also open for brunch on weekends.

··Rad Magic Subs

2824 SE Gladstone St., Portland, OR 97202

503-208-2735

Vegan/American. Rad Magic Subs takes pride in supporting locally crafted vegan meats and condiments when possible! Local Portland residents love this charming restaurant. Each sub comes in exciting wrapping featuring a fun face motif, complete with their block print aesthetic. They have unique sandwiches as well as add-ons if you want to integrate more flavor! Their menu is very accessible and describes each sub’s flavor so you know exactly what you are getting. If you are a fan of imitation meats, try out the “Wedgewich” or “Golden One” which feature smoked deli slices. if you are more of a tofu fan they have that covered with their “Tofu-Two-Ways” and “Sunbeam.” During the summer the “Rad Magic” provides a refreshing bite and can be made into a gluten-free salad.

··Secret Pizza Society

7201 NE Glisan St., Portland, OR 97213

(503) 946-1926

Vegan/organic. Secret Pizza Society has won over the hearts and stomachs of vegans and omnivores alike. Yelp reviewers rave about this place having the best pizza in Portland. Their specialty crust is thick and filling, topped with house-made cashew cheeses and toppings of choice. One of SSP’s most popular pizza pies is the Chalupa Batman, which is topped with fresh tomato sauce, taco tofu, chipotle pesto, chipotle crème, po’Fredo, and fresh cilantro. They have several robust salads filled with delicious plant protein, including BBQ Cobb salad, Epic Taco salad, and a Caesar salad. Randomly, they sell a bowl of Cap’n crunch with almond milk if you are craving a crunchy sweet treat after you eat the pizza of your vegan dreams.

··Shoofly Vegan Bakery

Ford Building, 2505 SE 11th Ave., Ste. 101, Portland, OR 97202

971-229-0188

Vegan/bakery. Beautiful and tasty looking vegan bakery items including pastries, breakfast trays, cookies, cakes, and pies. Focuses on available organic local fruits, herbs, and vegetables.

··Sportsbox Vegan Bar and Grill

8445 SE McLoughlin Blvd., Portland, OR 97222

503-391-2900

Vegan. Ever wanted a sports bar and a vegan restaurant all in one? Look no further than Sports Box Vegan Bar & Grill. They offer a fully plant-based cruelty-free menu for every sports and esports lover to share. All meals from Sports Box are inspired by your favorite sports snacks and comfort meals. Enjoy a delicious, juicy “Box Burger” with crispy french fries, onion rings, and Sports-Box homemade “box sauce.” Or, have a boatload of plant-based cheesy nachos, saucy buffalo, or BBQ wings for your friends and family to share. They also offer pizza, tacos, salads, and for brunch Chickn’ & Waffles and a Veggie McMuffin. Sports Box also offers party packages for any type of celebration, including birthdays, graduation, retirement, baby showers, and other special events. To book reservations and party events, please visit the Sports Box website.

··Sushi Love

3612 SE 82nd Ave., Portland, OR 97266

(503) 278-6070

Vegan/Asian. Using 100% plant-based and gluten-free ingredients, Sushi Loves’ extensive menu is perfect for people of all tastes and various diets, from die-hard sushi lovers to gluten-free vegans to food fanatics. Whether you try the Avalon roll with jack fruit crab, Tiki Torch with pineapple and soy curls, or the Don’t be Shellfish roll with oyster mushrooms and avocado, you won’t be disappointed.

Swagat Indian Cuisine

2074 NW Lovejoy St., Portland, OR 97209

(503) 227-4300

Indian. See description under Beaverton, OR.

§··Sweetpea Baking Company

1205 SE Stark St., Portland, OR 97214

(503) 477-5916

Vegan/bakery/café. Sweetpea Baking Company is 100% vegan and 100% delicious! Their mouth-watering sweets include cupcakes, brownies, cakes, cookies, pastries, and cheesecakes. They also offer sandwiches, soups, and bagels. Check the board for daily specials. Fresh doughnuts are available on Saturday mornings, and you don't want to miss their all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch! Sweetpea also specializes in allergen baked goods, such as gluten free, soy free, and nut free. In addition to making vegan wedding and birthday cakes, special orders are welcome.

Thai Orchid Restaurant

10075 SW Barbur Blvd., Portland, OR 97219

(503) 452-2544

Thai. See description under Beaverton , OR.

··The Groovy Floret

8408 N. Lombard St., Portland, OR 97203

503-730-0520

Vegan. Enjoy tacos, salads, nachos, chips and salsa, breakfast hash, and sides for sharing.

··The Native Bowl

4233 N. Mississippi Ave., Portland, OR 97217

(503) 330-7616

Vegan/food cart. According to their website, "Our bowls are always made to order, using only the freshest vegetables and ingredients available. We use locally made tofu and soymilk from Ota Tofu, and Soy Curls from Butler Foods in nearby Grand Ronde, Oregon." Among their bowl choices are the Hollywood (consisting of Za'atar, lemon garlic tahini sauce, grilled garbanzo beans, red cabbage, pita chips, peperoncinis and scallions on a bed of jasmine rice) and the Albina bowl (containing Teriyaki marinated chik'n, peanut ginger sauce, cilantro, roasted garlic cloves, spinach, carrots, scallions and toasted sesame seeds on a bed of jasmine rice).

·The Whole Bowl

3540 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR 97227

503-209-7885

Vegetarian. The Whole Bowl’s motto could be, “If you’re going to do one thing, then do that one thing really well.” Their burrito bowl, with different size options, is the one and only star of the menu, but with ingredients including rice, cilantro, avocado, black olives, black and red beans, salsa, and their special Tali sauce, who needs other options? Whether you are looking for an energizing lunch to help you power through your afternoon or a healthy post-workout refuel or a place to bring an indecisive date, The Whole Bowl has you covered!

·Tiny Moreso

4520 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218

(503) 602-4243

Vegetarian. Tiny Moreso is a plant-based restaurant in the Cully neighborhood of Portland. Other than a little honey, the menu is vegan-friendly, offering smoothies, coffees, teas, and kombuchas. More solid fare includes sandwiches and avocado toasts, all at reasonable prices.

·Van Hanh Vegetarian Restaurant

8446 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97266

(503) 788-0825

Vegetarian/Vietnamese. Van Hanh is a non-profit and volunteer-based restaurant whose proceeds go to the operational costs of the restaurant and Thien Quang Buddhist Temple. The menu is extensive with over 90 different vegetarian dishes. Some highlights include Spicy 'Spare Ribs,' Green Papaya Salad, Sweet and Sour Tofu, and many noodle, rice, and vegetable dishes. Make sure to try their Lemon Grass Tofu Sticks, which they say is their most popular dish.

··Veggie Grill

508 SW Taylor St., Portland, OR 97204

(503) 841-6647

Vegan/American/fast food. This location is in downtown Portland. See description under Beaverton, OR.

··Vertical Diner

8124 SW Barbur Blvd., Portland, OR 97219

(801) 259-3106

Vegan/diner. Come enjoy the lively atmosphere at Vertical Diner where the focus is on organic and local ingredients. Try a Cali Burger, Jerk Chicken Burrito, 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.

··Virtuous Pie

1126 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97202

(503) 334-2073

Vegan/Italian. Virtuous pie offers a heavenly yet sinful dining experience. What better place to indulge than a vegan restaurant serving mainly pizza and ice cream? Their pizzas range from a standard/not-so-standard Margherita pie made with cashew cheese and fresh basil to one called Stranger Wings topped with crispy buffalo cauliflower and vegan blue cheese. Their ice cream has eclectic flavors like Basil and Peach Jam. Sit back and enjoy plant based pizza served on hand-made pizza plates in a crisp, modern atmosphere.

··Wicked Garden Alchemy

8145 SE 82nd Ave., Portland, OR 97266

209-534-0432

Vegan. Breki burritos, Grim reaper, stuffed French toast, vegan crunch wrap sandwich, English muffin sandwiches, skewers, and other unique dishes are available at Wicked Garden Alchemy. They are in the Cartlandia food cart pod.

··Wild Thing

1477 NE Alberta St. #100, Portland, OR 97211

971-279-4195

Vegan café. Wild Thing is a plant-based café serving vegetable bowls, smoothies, and natural wine. Everything is local, seasonal, and organic. The build-your-own-bowl menu offers a choice of a base (grains and greens), vegetable toppings, sauces, and crunchy toppings. Vegan proteins can also be added to the salad. Signature bowls are also on the menu including the Wild One bowl with greens, lemony Brussels sprouts, green tahini miso and coconut garlic sauces, and Wild Spice. Smoothies are also available such as the maca mocha smoothie made with locally roasted coffee. Their menu also includes house-canned wines made from locally grown grapes.

··XO Bar

906 N. Fremont St., Portland, OR 97227

Vegan/bar. A pink neon Open sign shines on the corner of Fremont and Mississippi, letting you know you have arrived at your destination. XO Bar teleports you to a tropical mini-vacation with its design, music, craft drinks, and Southeast Asian bar snacks. Cocktails are made with coconut oil-washed rum, flavored with tropical fruits and herbs. XO’s savory full vegan menu consists of small plates, like jalapeño-cream cheese wontons with citrus agave, and barbecue sambal vegan drumsticks. Larger items include sesame ginger soy curls with black rice, tempura-battered “chicken” sandwiches, and rice noodles with deep-fried miso zuke tofu and kombu-mushroom broth. For dessert, the chef prepares tempura-battered bananas with peanut sauce, toasted hazelnuts, pickled ginger, and vanilla ice cream. Outdoor seating is available.

··Yes Please Plant-Based Eatery

3535 North Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR 97227

503-954-1671

Vegan/natural foods. Using ingredients from regional farms, Portland’s Yes Please Plant-Based Eatery aims to give vegans a local option for healthy whole food while also showing non-vegans that ethical eating can be delicious. Its menu is chockful of wholesome, fresh foods, such as the Crunchy Quinoa Salad that includes edamame, micro-greens, and a Thai-inspired cashew dressing, and the Sweet Tater Burrito, with its hearty filling of black beans, quinoa, sweet potato, and cashew cheez, as well as a soup special that rotates on a weekly basis. By dining here, you are nourishing your body with fresh food and supporting local farms as well as a woman-owned business—seems like an easy choice for your next lunch out!

··Yuan Su Vegetarian

11140 SE Powell Blvd., Portland, OR 97266

503-477-5775

Vegan/Asian. Yuan Su Vegetarian is a vegan restaurant offering Chinese and Asian cuisine. Their all-day menu includes appetizers, soups, fried rice, and plant-based dinner platters with vegan chicken, beef, seafood, and pork. Favorites include veggie teriyaki chicken, veggie shrimp and sea cucumber, and veggie spareribs with sweet and sour sauce. Dinner platter combinations with an appetizer and entrée are also available such as veggie ham-fried rice, veggie General Tso’s chicken, veggie fried shrimp, and fried wantons. Clay pots and sizzling platters are also available including veggie pork belly with taro in hot pot and sizzling veggie beef with black pepper sauce.

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··Infinity Room

210 Liberty St SE #150, Salem, OR 97301

(971) 599-1871

Vegan. Located in the renovated lobby of the former Capitol City Theater in Salem. Their menu included Bowls & Salads, Small Plates, Wraps and Sandwiches (Sammiches), Burgers, Tostados, and Desserts.

Marco Polo Global Restaurant

300 Liberty St. SE, Salem, OR 97301

(503) 364-4833

International. Marco Polo Global Restaurant offers a true international menu. From Asian cooking to European cuisine, there’s something for every taste here. Their separate vegetarian menu boasts over 70 items and notes the many vegan offerings. Some dishes to try include Walnut Tofu, Veggie Potstickers, North Atlantic Tofu, or the Veggie Raspberry Pistachio "Chicken." They also have a separate gluten-free menu. Stop in for their terrific weekday lunch specials. Please note that Marco Polo is closed between lunch and dinner on weekdays so call ahead for hours.

Thai Orchid Restaurant

Liberty Plaza, 285 Liberty St. NE, Salem, OR 97301

(503) 391-5369

Thai. See description under Beaverton, OR.

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Sisters

··Lively Up Yourself

Eurosports & Food Cart Garden, 223 E. Hood Ave., Sisters, OR 97759

Vegan/food cart. With menus inspired by the owners’ Midwestern upbringing, Lively Up Yourself aims to bring nostalgic comfort food flavors to vegans while also enticing non-vegans to try a plant-based meal. Nothing says nostalgia like macaroni and cheese, and here you will find a selection of Mac Bowls, ranging from the Classic with their OG cheeze sauce, green onion and paprika, to the Krabby Mac, made with a krabby patty, Cajun remoulade, ranch, green onion, paprika, and dulse flakes. Other tantalizing options include the St. Louis Style Ribz (made-from-scratch seitan and jackfruit ribz coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce with ranch) and the B*tchin Chik’n sandwich, a breaded seitan buffalo chik’n patty served with a garlic aioli, pickles, tomatoes, and ranch coleslaw. There are some variations in menu offerings between the two locations, and it’s noted that most items can be made gluten-free upon request. And in case you’re wondering, yes, their name was inspired by the Bob Marley song.

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Springfield

Café Yumm!

3340 Gateway St., Springfield, OR 97477

(541) 747-9866

3333 RiverBend Dr., Springfield, OR 97477

(541) 736-9866

Organic/natural foods. See description under Beaverton, OR.

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Yachats

Green Salmon

220 Hwy. 101 N., Yachats, OR 97498

Coffeehouse/café. This not veggie but vegan-friendly establishment offers dishes such as tofu scramble with vegan bacon, breakfast wrap, Impossible burger, temopeh reuben, Impossible tacos, and more.

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