1. Flavors Bloom At Plumeria Vegetarian
Plumeria Vegetarian
4661 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92116
619-269-9989
Neighborhood: University Heights
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 638 reviews
Plumeria Vegetarian in
San Diego serves Thai vegan and vegetarian food, using organic vegetables when possible. Standout entrees include their eggplant dish—which features, sautéed eggplant, bell peppers, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and crushed chili and basil in house sauce—and their Broccoli Delight, a vegan stir-fry of broccoli and carrots with fresh garlic in mushroom sauce.
2. PurpleMInt Is A Breath Of Fresh Air
The PurpleMint Vegetarian Bistro
6171 Mission Gorge Rd.
Suite 116
San Diego, CA 92120
Neighborhood: Grantville (between Twain and Vandever Avenues)
619-280-3388
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 90 reviews
The PurpleMint Vegetarian Bistro serves Vietnamese vegetarian and vegan dishes fused with classical recipes that present an unparalleled twist on authentic Asian cuisine. Among the entrees are Lemon Grass “Chicken” or “Beef,” Sizzling “Steak Filet Mignon,” Crispy Eggrolls and Grilled “Beef” or “Chicken” Vermicelli, and Hue Style Spicy Noodle Soup.
3. Going Native? Native Foods Cafe
Native Foods Cafe
Genesee Plaza
5604 Balboa Ave.
San Diego, CA 92111
Neighborhood: Clairemont
858-278-2855
Yelp: 4 Stars, 157 Reviews
Native Foods Café offers made-from-scratch, chef-crafted vegan cuisine that is seasonally updated with one-of-a-kind dishes, delicious desserts, and homemade beverages. The food is made fresh daily from ingredients such as tempeh and seitan. Entrees include Bangkok Curry Bowl, Oklahoma “Bacon” Cheeseburger, a Reuben sandwich, and “Chicken,” “Bacon,” and Avo Club.
4. You’ll Be Juiced Up To Try Everything At SOL CAL
SOL CAL cafe
910 J St.
San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood: East Village (between 9th and 10th Avenues)
619-981-7402
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 151 Reviews
This vegan café sells organic juice; organic coffee, teas, and elixirs; a full menu of grab-n-go salads, sandwiches, soups, tacos, and wraps; ice cream, and desserts. Be sure to grab one of their mouth-watering paninis.
5. Try Not To Gulp Everything Down At Sipz
Sipz
3914 30th St.
San Diego, CA 92104
Neighborhood: North Park (between University and Lincoln Avenues)
619-795-2889
Yelp: 4 Stars, 406 Reviews
Dig into Sipz oh-so-tasty (and mostly, vegan) appetizers and main courses at this vegetarian fusion café are vegan. But make sure to leave plenty of room for thier homemade desserts, too.
Need a suggestion? Start with thier Grand Vegetable Paella which contains mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and bell peppers fused with long grain jasmine rice. Or go for their Thai Curry made with button mushrooms, eggplant, potatoes, bell peppers, and onions. Yum
6. We Dare You To Stop At Just One Slice At Peace Pies
Peace Pies
4230 Voltaire St.
San Diego, CA 92107
Neighborhood: Point Loma, Ocean Beach (between Catalina and Mendocino Boulevards)
619-223-2880
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 140 Reviews
This restaurant serves raw, vegan, gluten-free, soy free food in a menu consisting of pies, pizzas, salads, wraps, entrees, desserts, and chocolates. We suggest starting with their Loving Lasagna made from zucchini noodles layered with hemp seed pesto, cashew ricotta, and marinated vegetables, all topped with marinara sauce and aged cashew “cheese.”
7. You’ll Be Grateful You Dined In This Café
Café Gratitude
1980 Kettner Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood: Little Italy (between Fir and Grape Streets)
619-736-5077
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 43 Reviews
This vegan restaurant serves gourmet plant-based meals. Try the Bountiful Quinoa Pasta—gluten-free quinoa pasta shells, roasted marinated eggplant , braised cherry tomatoes, green olives, raisins, capers, Brazil nut parmesan, fresh basil, and wild arugula—or RESOLVED, a southern soul food sampler—including yams, Cajun spiced collards, and “dirty” rice.
8. Asking Vegetable Questions? — Veggie Grill
Veggie Grill
4353 La Jolla Village Dr.
Ste H-28
La Jolla, CA 92122
Neighborhood: University City (between Executive Way and Bus Access Road)
858-458-0031
Yelp: 4 Stars, 287 Reviews
Entrees at this vegan restaurant include vegetable dishes and faux meat platters. Customer favorites include Herb-Roasted Veggies — a seasonal selection of herb-roasted veggies, squash, and red onions — and Crispy “Chickin” Plate —— fried “chickin,” cauliflower-mashed potatoes, porcini mushroom gravy with fresh rosemary, and a choice of steamed kale or seasonal vegetables.
9. The Grub Is Gluten-Free And Glorious At Jyoti-Bihanga
Jyoti-Bihanga
3351 Adams Ave.
San Diego, CA 92116
Neighborhood: Normal Heights
619-282-4116
Yelp: 4 Stars, 555 Reviews
Several of the dishes are either gluten-free or can be made gluten-free upon request. A favorite is the Grilled Portobello Wrap—marinated portobello mushroom slices grilled with red bell peppers, wrapped with fresh spinach and tofu-tamari sauce.
10. It’s About To Get Spicy In The Loving Hut
Loving Hut
1905 El Cajon Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92104
Neighborhood: North Park (between Georgia and Florida Streets)
619-683-9490
Yelp: 4 Stars, 789 Reviews
If you like it it hot, you’re going to love Loving Hut. Be sure to try the house favorite, Spicy Cha Cha, made with “shrimp,” bell peppers, chili flakes, lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber. It’s served with brown rice and a vinaigrette dipping sauce. Yum!
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