Restaurants
Happily, nearly every D.C.-area restaurant offers at least some animal-free options. The listings on this page include local favorites specifically catering to the vegetarian demand. If you're looking for a listing of all-vegetarian restaurants or establishments that serve mock meats or vegan cheese pizza, click on one of the links below.
District of Columbia | Maryland | Virginia
V = vegetarian eateries
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| Adams Morgan |
Amsterdam Falafel ShopV 2425 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-1969
falafelshop.com |
All-vegetarian restaurant specializing in falafel, with an almost all-vegan toppings bar to create your own sandwich. Open late-night. Priced under $5.00. |
Astor Mediterranean 1829 Columbia Rd., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-745-7495
astormediterranean.com |
In addition to traditional favorites like falafel, fava bean dip, and lentil salad, this Mediterranean restaurant offers delicious, vegan cheese on any of its pizzas. |
Asylum 2471 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-319-9353
asylumdc.com |
Pub with separate all-vegan dinner and weekend brunch menus. On Tuesdays, buy one vegan entree, get the second of equal or less value for half off! |
Bossa Organic Bistro & Lounge 2463 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-667-0088
bossaproject.com |
Brazilian meets vegan and simmers in natural flavors. With appetizers at $4 such as fried yucca and black bean soup , you will go home satisfied after an affordable meal. Entree include gnocchi marinara or the grilled Vegetariano. Music. Dancing and art are also regulars. |
Dahlak 1771 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-332-2110 |
Eritrean restaurant and live music venue with a vegetarian menu section. Offers a variety of vegan stews and a combination platter. |
Duccini’s Pizza 1778 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-483-0007
duccinis.com |
Pizzeria offering large and personal sized 8" pizzas topped with Daiya Vegan Cheese. D.C.’s only Vegan Jumbo Slices available every Saturday night starting at 10 p.m. Also serving vegan cheese Pizza Fries and Western Fries. Seating is limited. (Delivery available in limited areas.) |
El Khartoum Restaurant 1782 Florida Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-986-5031 |
Middle Eastern food at a bargain price. Located between the Dupont and U St./Cardozo Metro stations. |
Himalayan Heritage 2305 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-483-9300
himalayanheritagedc.com |
Nepalese and Indian restaurant with spicy vegetable dumplings, noodles, and a vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to specify no butter or cream in the sauces. |
Jolt ’N Bolt Coffee and Tea House 1918 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-0077 |
Cafe with several vegan options, including hummus wraps, vegan cookies, and soy milk for coffee drinks. Free wifi. A 10-minute walk from the Dupont Circle Metro station. |
Jyoti Restaurant 2433 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-518-5892 |
Indian restaurant with more than ten vegetarian entrees; most are vegan. |
Mandu 1805 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-588-1540
mandudc.com |
Korean restaurant offering featuring several flavorful vegan and vegetarian menu items, and many meals can easily be made vegan. Tofu may be substituted in some dishes. |
Meskerem 2434 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-462-4100 |
Great Ethiopian food with a vegetarian menu section. |
Meze 2437 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-797-0017
mezedc.com |
Mediterranean restaurant that offers lots of vegan options. On the Garden menu, everything is vegetarian. Late-night options. Priced from $5.00 to $7.00. |
New Orleans Cafe 2412 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-0420 |
New Orleans Cafe is a welcoming little packet of spice in the heart of Adams Morgan with a number of vegan menu items, such as vegetable jambalaya, red beans and rice and a taste-awakening vegetable soup. And after you meet Chef Bardia, who has been channeling southern recipes in DC for decades, you’ll be happy you’ve discovered this hidden treasure. |
North Sea Restaurant 2479 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-332-7628
northseadc.com |
Chinese restaurant offering great mock meats, including vegan beef, chicken, and shrimp. |
Peking Garden 2008 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-588-0088
pekinggardendc.com |
Small Chinese restaurant specializing in take-out orders. Offers six vegan mock meat dishes, noodle and tofu dishes, and vegan dumplings. A 10-minute walk from the Dupont Circle Metro station. |
| Anacostia |
Secrets of Nature’s Health Food 3923 S. Capitol St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 202-562-0041
secretsofnaturehealth.com |
Health food store with a mostly vegetarian restaurant inside that serves a variety of vegetarian meats; those with egg whites are labeled. |
| Brookland |
The Brookland Cafe 3740 12th St., N.E. Washington, D.C. 202-635-6307
thebrooklandcafe.com |
Neighborhood tavern with great vegan options including Vegan Fried Fish Platter, Veggie Burger, Batter Basket, Raw Platter and vegan desserts. |
| Capitol Hill |
Burrito Brothers 205 Pennsylvania Ave., S.E. Washington, D.C. 202-543-6835
ourburritobrothers.com |
Offers bean and rice burritos and taco salads. Make yours vegan by requesting no cheese or sour cream. The beans, rice, tortillas and guacamole are vegan. Located near the Capitol South Metro station. |
Fusion Grill 515 8th St., S.E. Washington, D.C. 202-546-5303
fusiongrilldc.com |
Chinese cuisine with separate vegetarian menu with mock meat dishes. Note that the "Vegetarian General Tso’s Chicken" and the "Vegetarian Sesame
Chicken" are made with eggs, but can be requested without. Other dishes on the vegetarian menu are vegan. |
Le Pain Quotidien 660 Pennsylvania Ave., S.E. Washington, D.C. 202-459-9148
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche," organic quinoa salad. |
Old Siam Thai Cuisine 406 8th St., S.E. Washington, D.C. 202-544-SIAM |
Veg-friendly Thai restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Menu includes spicy basil stir fry and vegetable green curry. Ask your server which meals contain fish sauce. |
Pete’s Diner 212 2nd St., S.E. Washington, D.C. 202-544-7335 |
American style diner with both traditional diner dishes and Asian-inspired specials. Daily Asian-inspired specials can typically be made vegan by substituting tofu or vegan mock "chicken." |
Sweetgreen 221 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Washington, D.C. 202-547-9338
sweetgreen.com |
The abundance of veggies available in sweetgreen salads makes it easy to veganize your meal here. There are more than 30 vegetarian toppings, ranging from chickpeas to sunflower seeds or roasted tofu. |
Wellness Cafe 325 Pennsylvania Ave., S.E. Washington, D.C. 202-543-2266
wellnesscafedc.com |
Juice bar/lunch buffet in a health food store. Also offers catering. Located near the Capitol South Metro station. |
White Tiger 301 Massachusetts Ave., N.E. Washington, D.C. 202-546-5900
whitetigerdc.com |
Indian restaurant with a separate vegetarian section. Weekly lunch buffet with a variety of vegetarian and vegan items. |
| Cleveland Park |
California Tortilla 3501 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-244-2447
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. Located near the Cleveland Park Metro station.
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Indique 3512 -14 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-244-6600
indique.com |
As the name suggests, Indique offers some unique Indian dishes. Try the vegetarian appam, a bread made of fermented rice, served with a vegetable stew. Or head to the vegetarian section of the menu to find even more unique choices and a couple Indian favorites. |
Nam-Viet & Pho 79 3419 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-237-1015
namviet1.com |
Vietnamese restaurant with a vegetarian entrée section and additional vegetarian options throughout the menu. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
Paragon Thai 3507 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-237-2777
paragonthairestaurant.com |
Thai restaurant with a vegetarian section on the menu. Priced under $10.00. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. Located near the Cleveland Park Metro station. |
Siam House 3520 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-363-7802
siamhousedc.com |
Thai cuisine offering many vegetarian menu selections. Most items are vegan or can be made vegan. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
| Columbia Heights/Mount Pleasant |
Dos Gringos Café 3116 Mt. Pleasant St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-462-1159
dosgringoscafe.com |
Located inside of a converted rowhouse, this café offers a variety of affordable vegetarian and vegan selections, including tofu scramble, a veggie chili burrito and coffee drinks with soymilk. |
Marx Cafe 3203 Mt. Pleasant St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-518-7600
marxcafemtp.com |
Pan-Mediterranean restaurant with several vegan Spanish-style tapas, Italian pastas and a vegan burger. The soups are made with meat stock. |
Meridian Pint 3400 11th St., N.W. Washington, D.C.
meridianpint.com |
New veg-friendly and environmentally-conscious restaurant that offers Daiya vegan cheese with many of its meals. Also has a wide selection of American Craft beers. Try the bean and vegan cheese quesadilla for brunch! |
Moroni & Brothers Restaurant 4811 Georgia Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-829-2090
moroniandbrothers.com |
Small family-owned eatery specializing in gourmet wood-fired pizzas, which can be made with vegan cheese upon request. |
Pete’s Apizza 1400 Irving St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-332-7383
petesapizza.com |
New Haven-style pizzeria just steps from the Columbia Heights Metro station. Toppings include fried Italian eggplant, sauteed Savoy spinach, arugula and vegan cheese. |
Pho 14 1436 Park Rd., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-986-2326
dcpho14.com |
A Vietnamese restaurant that serves vegetarian and vegan options. They even serve vegan pho! Just ask for the "chay" (vegetarian) options on the menu. |
Sticky Fingers BakeryV  1370 Park Rd., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-299-9700
stickyfingersbakery.com |
In addition to mouthwatering vegan sweets like "yogurt" parfaits, sticky buns and soft serve "ice cream," this award-winning vegan bakery offers an expanded all-vegan savory menu! Treat yourself to a flavorful "egg and sausage" sandwich, chili-cheese dog, mac n’ cheese, or biscuits and gravy. Hosts a COK benefit day the second Tuesday of each month. Free wifi. Located one block north of the Columbia Heights Metro station. |
Tikal Burritos Fast Restaurant 3213 Mt. Pleasant St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-1546 |
Serves a vegan beans-and-rice dish and a vegetable burrito with beans, veggies, rice, and salsa. The guacamole is vegan. |
Tonic Restaurant 3155 Mt. Pleasant St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-986-7661
tonicrestaurant.com/mp |
After working with Compassion Over Killing, this popular restaurant and bar introduced a new vegan menu in March 2010. Try the stuffed poblano pepper, broccoli risotto, its famous "rrp salad burger" (that’s roasted red peppers), and more! Weekly specials include 50-cent taco Tuesdays. Dinner starts at 5:00 pm nightly (not open for lunch) and food is served until 2:00 a.m. on weekdays, 3:00 a.m. on weekends. Located near the Columbia Heights Metro station. |
Wonderland Ballroom 1101 Kenyon St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-5263 |
With two veggie burgers, a veggie sausage, and veggie chili on the menu, this bar and grill offers numerous vegan choices. With all plates under $10, why not try a beer from the ever-rotating selectioné |
| Downtown |
Art Gallery Grill 1712 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-298-6658
artgallerydc.com |
Family-owned restaurant offering fantastic falafel, hummus, and tabouleh sandwiches. Located near the McPherson Square Metro station. |
The Bombay Club 815 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-659-3727
bombayclubdc.com |
This critically acclaimed Indian restaurant serves regional cuisine from all over the country in an old club setting. Many of the dishes on the vegetarian section of the menu are vegan and can also be ordered as side dishes. |
Burrito Brothers 1825 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-887-8266 |
Offers bean and rice burritos and taco salads. Make yours vegan by requesting no cheese or sour cream. The beans, rice, tortillas and guacamole are vegan. Located near the Capitol South Metro station. |
Café Asia 1720 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-659-2696
cafeasia.com |
Dozens of Asian-inspired vegetarian dishes with two full-service bars and lounges. A few items listed as vegetarian contain fish sauce, so check with the server before ordering. |
Chalin’s Restaurant & Lounge 1912 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202- 293-600
chalins.com |
Chinese restaurant offering several vegetarian dishes with tofu. Located between the Foggy Bottom and Farragut West Metro stations. |
Chinatown Coffee 475 H St NW Washington, D.C. 202-559-7656
chinatowncoffee.com |
Coffee shop selling vegan baked goods from Bakeshop and offering soy milk for all beverages at no extra charge. Also sells vegan beers and wines. Located two blocks from the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro Station. |
Chipotle 1837 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-466-4104
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near both the Farragut West and Farragut North Metro stations. |
Chop’t 618 12th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-783-0007
choptsalad.com |
A create-your-own-salad restaurant, Chop’t has many veg options! Choose your lettuce, toppings, and dressing. Many of the dressings are vegan. The bread and wraps have honey. Visit ChoptSalad.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Couscous Café & Catering 1195 20th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-689-1233
couscouscatering.com |
Middle Eastern cuisine offering several vegetarian options including hummus and falafel as well as a separate vegetarian entrée menu. Priced under $7.99. Located near the Farragut North Metro station. |
Devon and Blakely 1331 F St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-783-4890
devonandblakely.com |
Breakfast and lunch café offering several vegan items including fresh fruit salads, hummus & grilled eggplant sandwiches, and a salad bar. Vegan soup offered daily. Closes at 4:00 p.m. Located near the Metro Center Metro station. |
Devon and Blakely 803 15th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-842-3180
devonandblakely.com |
Breakfast and lunch cafe offering several vegan items including fresh fruit salads, hummus & grilled eggplant sandwiches, and a salad bar. Vegan soup offered daily. |
Devon and Blakely 919 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-457-8081
devonandblakely.com |
Breakfast and lunch cafe offering several vegan items including fresh fruit salads, hummus & grilled eggplant sandwiches, and a salad bar. Vegan soup offered daily. |
El Floridano Washington, D.C.
twitter.com/FLmeetsDC |
Food truck that changes locations daily, and serves three Cuban-inspired sandwiches, all which can be made vegan by substituting tempeh. Also serving daily soups, which are often vegan.
Follow them on twitter at twitter.com/FLmeetsDC to see where El Floridano will be today. |
Elizabeth’s Gone Raw 1341 L Street NW Washington, D.C. 202-347-8347
elizabethsgoneraw.com |
Beginning July 16, 2010, this gourmet catering restaurant will be serving an entirely raw all-vegan menu full of flavorful meals, delicious desserts, and organic wines. Located two blocks away from the McPherson Square Metro station and four blocks away from the Metro Center station. Please note that reservations are required. |
Equinox 818 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-331-8118
equinoxrestaurant.com |
Upscale restaurant with vegan options on its tasting menu. While not always printed on the full menu, they are happy to prepare vegan three-, four-, and six-course meals for dinner upon request. Be sure to tell the staff while making your reservation that you will be ordering these options. Uses seasonal and locally grown ingredients whenever possible. |
Founding Farmers 1924 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-822-8783
wearefoundingfarmers.com |
Popular downtown Green Certified Restaurant with a mouth-watering VegDC.com co-branded vegan menu! Try the vegan fried "chicken" salad or the "fish" and chips. |
Ghana Cafe 1336 14th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-3845
ghanacafe.com |
Offers many vegan Ghanaian dishes, including fried plantains served with bean stew. |
Hot Dog Cart 734 17th St. N.W., Washington, D.C. |
For the Summer of 2010 only, this and two other hot dog stands will be selling vegan tofurky dogs for just $1 a piece! |
Hot Dog Cart 82 Massachusetts Ave. N.E. Washington, D.C. |
For the Summer of 2010 only, this and two other hot dog stands will be selling vegan tofurky dogs for just $1 a piece! |
Hot Dog Cart 304 12th St. N.W., Washington, D.C. |
For the Summer of 2010 only, this and two other hot dog stands will be selling vegan tofurky dogs for just $1 a piece! The stand located at 304 12th St., N.W. (near the EPA) will only offer veggie dogs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Indian DelightV 1100 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-371-2295 |
All-vegetarian, fast-food, Indian restaurant located in a food court. Priced $3.50 to $9.00. Located near the Federal Triangle Metro station. |
J Street Cafe George Washington University-800 21st St., N.W. Marvin Center, Room 311 Washington, D.C. |
J Street Cafe, part of the GWU dining services, boasts that its vegan and vegetarian selection has recently doubled in size. One look at their month-long menu, including a completely vegan bar, is bound to make you jealous of GWU students. Lucky for you, it’s open to the public. |
Java GreenV 1020 19th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-775-8899
javagreencafe.com |
All-vegetarian cafe with a nearly all-vegan menu, including many excellent Korean-inspired noodle and rice dishes, mock meats and vegan desserts. Grab-n-Go menu includes vegan options that are prepared and ready to go. Open Monday-Friday untill 7 p.m. in the summer, 6 p.m. in the winter. A 5-minute walk from both the Farragut North and Farragut West Metro stations. Now serving breakfast! |
Juice Joint 1025 Vermont Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-347-6783
juicejointcafe.com |
Sandwiches, wraps, stir-fries, fruit juices, and smoothies. Replace tofu for eggs in any breakfast wrap and leave off the cheese for a vegan meal. All soups are always vegan. Priced under $8.00. Located near the McPherson Square Metro station. |
Malaysia Kopitiam 1827 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-833-6232
malaysiakopitiam.com |
Malaysian cuisine with a number of vegan selections. Try the gluten with scallion and ginger, vegetarian "duck," or noodle soup (requested without chicken stock). Located near both the Farragut West and Farragut North Metro stations. |
Maoz VegetarianV 1817 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-290-3117
maozusa.com |
International vegetarian falafel chain best known for its unique salads and Maoz sandwich (falafel with salad of your choice). Offers pre-prepared or freshly made sandwiches, along with daily vegan soups and vegan rice pudding. |
Mehran Restaurant 2138 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-342-0056
mehrankabob.com |
Kabob house with a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Most vegetarian items are vegan, including gobi aloo, aloo saag, and channa masala. A 5-minute walk from the Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro station. |
Mixt Greens 1311 F St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 800-304-4550
mixtgreens.com |
This eco-friendly restaurant offers a selection of vegetarian salads and sandwiches that can be made vegan. You can even custom design your own salad with items such as marinated tofu and roasted portabella mushrooms. |
Mixt Greens 927 15th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 800-304-4550
mixtgreens.com |
This eco-friendly restaurant offers a selection of vegetarian salads and sandwiches that can be made vegan. You can even custom design your own salad with items such as marinated tofu and roasted portabella mushrooms. |
Mixt Greens 1700 K St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 800-304-4550
mixtgreens.com |
This eco-friendly restaurant offers a selection of vegetarian salads and sandwiches that can be made vegan. You can even custom design your own salad with items such as marinated tofu and roasted portabella mushrooms. |
Moe’s Southwest Grill 1331 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Food Hall (L2) Washington, D.C. 202-393-0699
moes.com |
This inexpensive Tex-Mex chain offers delicious burritos, fajitas, and tacos with tofu and vegan guacamole. Priced under $7.00. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream.
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Nirvana ExpressV 1875 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-223-0123 |
Smaller version of the popular all-vegetarian Indian restaurant, Nirvana, serving a variety of vegan dishes including vegan lentil and rice breakfast pancakes and tofu scramble. Located in the International Square food court. |
Pedro and Vinny’sV 1500 K St., N.W. Washington, D.C.
pedroandvinnys.com |
The all-vegetarian burrito cart is back! Ask for no cheese or sour cream to make it vegan. Fresh ingredients and about 40 kinds of hot sauce. You have to check it out! Visit website for hours. |
The Perfect Pita 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 202-293-7482
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
Pret a Manger 1825 Eye St. Washington, D.C. 202-403-2992
pret.com/us/index.htm |
Natural food without additives, chemicals or preservatives. Many vegetarian options and a few vegan choices, like the hummus salad sandwich or chipotle sweet potato soup. Many of the soups have cream. Check the website for nutritional and ingredient information: www.pret.com/us/index.htm |
Robeks 1707 L St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-223-8805
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Roti Mediterranean Grill 1747 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington , D.C.
roti.com |
Mediterranean restaurant with the option to customize your dish with a variety of sauces and toppings such as baba gannoush, Sumak onions and Spanish eggplant. Vegan menu items include spinach salad, falafel, and the "Gibraltar" Mediterranean plate. |
Singapore Bistro 1134 19th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-659-2660
singaporebistro.com |
From sushi to panang curry, this upscale fusion of pan-Asian foods offers all of the favorites from different Asian cuisines. The menu highlights which of the entrees can be made vegetarian by adding tofu or vegetables. |
Spice Express 1025 Vermont Ave. Washington, D.C. 202-331-9888
spiceexpressdc.com |
Indian bistro with lunch specials. The veggie samosas are vegan. Be sure to ask which curries are vegan daily. |
Taberna Del Alabardero 1776 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-429-2200
alabardero.com |
Upscale Spanish restaurant offering a separate vegetarian menu for lunch, dinner, and catering. Located near the Farragut West Metro station. |
Teaism Lafayette Park 800 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-835-2233
teaism.com |
Atmospheric tea house featuring excellent Asian-inspired cuisine. Offers many vegetarian and vegan as-is dishes, and tea house staff refer to a chart showing what animal-based ingredients to leave off to veganize each dish. Try the veggie bento box or sweet potato salad with miso sauce. Located near both the Farragut North and Farragut West Metro stations. |
Thai Chili 701 7th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-393-2905
thaichiliatverizon.com |
Thai restaurant with a vegetarian menu section. |
Thai Kingdom Restaurant and Bar 2021 K St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-835-1700
thaikingdom.org |
Thai restaurant offering a separate vegetarian menu with many types of curries. |
Thai Kitchen 2311 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-452-6090 |
Offers a separate vegetarian (mostly vegan) section on the menu. A 10-minute walk from the Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro station. |
Thai Place 2134 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-298-8204 |
Delicious Thai fare listed in an extensive vegetarian section on the menu. Try the rama tofu or panang tofu; specify no fish sauce. A 5-minute walk from the Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro station. |
Washington Deli 1990 K St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-331-3344
washingtondeli.com |
Offers a separate vegan menu including mock meats, vegan cheese pizza, "meatball" subs, and more. Also offers catering. Located near both the Farragut West and Farragut North Metro stations. |
| Dupont Circle |
Banana Leaves 2020 Florida Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-986-1333
mybananaleaves.com |
Pan-Asian restaurant offering a separate vegetable section, with additional meat-free selections throughout the menu. Dishes in the large noodles and rice section can be easily be made vegan. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
Bread & Brew 1247 20th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-466-2676
breadandbrew.com |
French-inspired, Certified Green Restaurant serving creative vegan options, using local, seasonal ingredients, including quiche, soups, salads and more. Offers vegan desserts, non-dairy coffee drinks, a full bar, and a Meatless Monday menu! |
Bua 1635 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-265-0828
buathai.com |
Thai restaurant offering a separate vegetarian menu section. |
Café Luna 1633 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-4005
skewers-cafeluna.com |
American and Italian food with plenty of vegetarian items found in the sandwich and salad sections. |
Cafe GreenV 1513 17th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-0505
javagreencafe.com |
All-vegan, organic, full-service restaurant and bar. Enjoy menu items using local, seasonal ingredients, such as Raw Pizza, Vegan Steak n’ Cheese Sandwich, and hand-made Gnocchi, plus a variety of raw selections, smoothies, and desserts. Extensive brunch menu on Sundays until 4pm! A 5-minute walk from the Dupont Circle Metro.
Cafe Green hosts a COK benefit day on the third Wednesday of every month. Simply mention Compassion Over Killing while dining and a portion of your bill will go toward COK’s farmed animal advocacy efforts. |
Chipotle 1629 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-8261
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with customizable options. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. The Dupont Circle location offers the "Garden Blend," a vegan chicken, to add to your burrito or bowl. |
Chop’t 1300 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-327-2255
choptsalad.com |
A create-your-own-salad restaurant, Chop’t has many veg options! Choose your lettuce, toppings, and dressing. Many of the dressings are vegan. The bread and wraps have honey. Visit ChoptSalad.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
City Lights of China 1731 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-265-6688
citylightsofchina.com |
Popular Chinese restaurant offering a separate vegetarian menu upon request. |
D.C. Cafe 2035 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-887-5819 |
Greek/Mediterranean restaurant featuring many dishes clearly labeled as vegan. Open until 2:30 a.m. |
Dupont Circle Legends Restaurant & Carry Out 2157 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-296-2333
legendsdc.net |
Classic, family-owned restaurant serving a variety of Mediterranean foods. Be sure to specify no yogurt. |
Ezme 2016 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-223-4303
ezmedc.com |
Ezme’s Mediterranean-inspired menu offers a wide variety of clearly-marked vegan and vegetarian items available for both lunch and dinner. |
Freshii 2001 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-506-4910
freshii.com |
Offering customizable soups, wraps, salads, or brown rice bowls with a variety of ingredients and sauces, making the vegan options are almost endless. Vegan menu items include the 7 vegetable soup, spicy noodle bowl, and more! |
Heritage India Dupont 1337 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-331-1414
heritageindiausa.com |
With a combination of traditional and contemporary Indian dishes, there are many interesting vegetarian choices such as Spicy Tofu with mustard seeds and plum tomatoes and Dhingri Mattar, a mushroom and green pea curry. |
Lauriol Plaza 1835 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-0035
lauriolplaza.com |
Popular Mexican restaurant with a lively atmosphere and fantastic vegetarian fajitas loaded with unexpected vegetables like asparagus, bean sprouts, purple cabbage, snow peas, portabellas, squash, fried plantains, and more. |
Le Pain Quotidien 2000 Massachusetts Ave., N.W. Washington , D.C. 202-459-9176
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant inside Blaine Mansion offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche" or organic quinoa salad. |
Levante’s 1320 19th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-293-3244
levantes.com |
Serves several vegetarian Middle Eastern dishes and salads. The pasta is made with eggs. |
Luna Grill & Diner 1301 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-835-2280
lunagrillanddiner.com |
Offers a green plate (vegetarian) special each day and a "create your own pasta" section with vegan options. |
Mai Thai 1200 19th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-452-6870
maithai.us |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian (nearly all vegan) menu section. Located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Metro station. |
Meiwah Restaurant 1200 New Hampshire Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-833-2888
meiwahrestaurant.com |
Chinese fare with a vegetarian section on the menu. |
Mixt Greens 1200 19th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 800-304-4550
mixtgreens.com |
This eco-friendly restaurant offers a selection of vegetarian salads and sandwiches that can be made vegan. You can even custom design your own salad with items such as marinated tofu and roasted portabella mushrooms. |
Nora 2132 Florida Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-462-5143
noras.com |
Upscale certified organic restaurant with several vegetarian menu items. The restaurant always features a vegetarian tasting menu. When making a reservation, be sure to specify vegan. |
Pizzeria Paradiso 2003 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-223-1245
eatyourpizza.com |
A local favorite. Upscale pizza parlor priced under $19.25. Substitute delicious vegan cheese on any pizza. |
Science ClubV 1136 19th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-775-0747
scienceclubdc.com |
All vegetarian restaurant and lounge with a stylish atmosphere, delicious vegan options and a weekday happy hour. Grab a drink and a late night snack — their homemade vegan burger is a favorite. Located near the Dupont Circle Metro station. |
Skewers 1633 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-7400
skewers-cafeluna.com |
Serves a mix of Mediterranean, North African, and Middle Eastern foods with many vegetarian options. Located on the second floor. |
Straits of Malaya 1836 18th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-483-1483
straitsofmalaya.com |
Delicious, vegetarian-friendly Malaysian restaurant. Most entrees can be served as vegetarian, and tofu can be added upon request. Be sure to specify no fish sauce or eggs. |
Sweetgreen 1512 Connecticut Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-9338
sweetgreen.com |
The abundance of veggies available in sweetgreen salads makes it easy to veganize your meal here. There are more than 30 vegetarian toppings, ranging from chickpeas to sunflower seeds or roasted tofu. |
Sweetgreen 1471 P St. N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-7336
sweetgreen.com |
The abundance of veggies available in sweetgreen salads makes it easy to veganize your meal here. There are more than 30 vegetarian toppings, ranging from chickpeas to sunflower seeds or roasted tofu. |
Taj Mahal 1327 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-659-1544
tajmahaldc.com/index.htm |
Indian and Fusion cuisine that has a vegetarian section on the menu which includes a few vegan options. |
Teaism Dupont Circle 2009 R St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-667-3827
teaism.com |
Atmospheric tea house featuring excellent Asian-inspired cuisine. Offers many vegetarian and vegan as-is dishes, and staff refer to a chart showing what animal-based ingredients to leave off to veganize each dish. Try the veggie bento box or the sweet potato salad with miso sauce. |
Thaiphoon 2011 S St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-667-3505
thaiphoon.com |
Thai restaurant featuring a vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to request no fish sauce. |
Uni 2122 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-833-8038
unisushi.net |
Japanese restaurant specializing in sushi. Offers more than a dozen vegetarian dishes, including shiitake mushroom rolls, kappa, and more. |
Zorba’s Cafe 1612 20th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-8555
zorbascafe.com |
Greek cuisine with vegetarian entrees. Try the falafel plate, white bean or lentil soups, and hummus. Located near the Dupont Circle Metro station. |
| Friendship Heights |
Comet Ping Pong 5037 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-364-0404
cometpingpong.com |
This popular neighborhood pizzeria is a unique, fun spot. Committed to sustainability, it sources most of its ingredients locally, jars its own pizza sauce, and offers delicious vegan cheese on any pizza. Stop by for a pizza, drink, or round of ping pong! |
| Gallery Pl./Chinatown |
Busboys and Poets 1025 5th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-789-2227
busboysandpoets.com |
Cafe and performance space featuring over a dozen vegan dishes, including vegan pepperoni calzones, soy cheese pizza and "egg" scramble. |
California Tortilla 728 7th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-638-2233
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. Located near the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro station.
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Chinatown Express 746 6th St NW Washington, D.C. 202-638-0424 |
Inexpensive Chinese restaurant serving generous portions of homemade noodle and vegetable dishes. |
Chinatown Garden 618 H. St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-737-8887 |
Separate "Chef’s Recommendations for Vegetarians" menu section features 18 mock meat dishes, including veggie "chicken" and "pork." Priced under $12. Located one block from the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro station. |
Chipotle 601 F St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-347-4701
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located at the intersection of 7th St and G street. |
Chop’t 730 7th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-347-3225
choptsalad.com |
A create-your-own-salad restaurant, Chop’t has many veg options! Choose your lettuce, toppings, and dressing. Many of the dressings are vegan. The bread and wraps have honey. Visit ChoptSalad.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Ella’s Wood Fired Pizza 901 F St., N.W. (entrance on 9th St., between F and G Sts.) Washington, D.C. 202-638-3434
ellaspizza.com |
Upscale pizza parlor with delicious all-vegan soy cheese available on any pizza! Located across the street from the Ninth St. exit of the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro station.
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Full Kee 509 H St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-371-2233
fullkeedc.com |
Cantonese-style restaurant with a vegetarian menu section. Selections include a variety of Chinese vegetables, like stir-fried snow pea leaves, chive flowers, and watercress. |
Hot Potato Cafe 614 E St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-506-4378 |
Cafe specializing in customizable baked potatoes which offers a variety of vegan toppings including vegan butter, Daiya vegan cheese, lots of fresh veggies, and vegan bacon bits. |
Kanlaya Thai Cuisine 740 Sixth St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-393-0088
kanlayathaicuisine.com |
Thai restaurant with more than 30 vegetarian (primarily vegan) dishes listed in a vegetarian section on the menu. Located near the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro station.
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Mehak 817 7th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-408-9292
mehak.com/index.html |
Indian restaurant that offers a variety of vegetarian entrees and appetizers, most of which are vegan or can be made vegan. |
Ping Pong Dim Sum 900 7th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-506-3740
pingpongdimsum.us |
Restaurant offering a variety of dim sum. Menu indicates vegetarian-friendly options, with vegan baked, steamed, griddled and fried dim sum menu items. |
Teaism Penn Quarter 400 8th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-638-6010
teaism.com |
Atmospheric tea house featuring excellent Asian-inspired cuisine. Offers many vegetarian and vegan as-is dishes, and staff refer to a detailed chart showing what animal-based ingredients to leave off to veganize each dish. Try the veggie bento box or sweet potato salad with miso sauce. |
Thai Chili 701 Seventh St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-393-2905
thaichiliatverizon.com |
Thai restaurant with a vegan menu section. Located inside the Gallery Place Building. |
Zaytinya 701 9th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-638-0800
zaytinya.com |
Classical and contemporary Greek, Turkish and Lebanese cuisine. Separate vegetable mezze menu contains 13 items. Many are already vegan, and the restaurant is willing to veganize any dish. |
Zengo 781 Seventh St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-393-2929
modernmexican.com/zengodc |
A Latin-Asian restaurant that offers a separate vegetarian menu upon request. |
| Georgetown |
Aroma 1919 I St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-833-4700
aromarestaurant.com |
Indian restaurant with vegan soups and a vegetarian section of the menu. |
Bangkok Joe’s 3000 K St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-333-4422
bangkokjoes.com |
Upscale Thai cuisine with many vegan options, from vegetarian spring rolls to rice bowls with vegetables and/or tofu. Local favorites include the Pad Thai with tofu and no egg. |
Basil Thai Restaurant 1608 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-944-8660
basilthaidc.com |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu section with Thai favorites such as Panang Tofu and Tofu Rama. Offers free delivery, or you can dine in. |
Busara 2340 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-337-2340
busara.com/dc-main.html |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to specify no fish sauce.
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Chipotle 3255 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-333-8377
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. A 15-minute walk from both the Foggy Bottom/GWU and Rosslyn Metro stations. |
Dolcezza 1560 Wisconsin Ave. Washington, D.C. 202-333-4646
dolcezzagelato.com |
Dolcezza creates unique artisanal gelato and sorbet, using many ingredients from local farmers. Though the gelato is cream-based, all of the sorbets are water-based. Flavors vary daily and seasonally. |
Harmony Cafe 3287 1/2 M St., N.W. Downstairs Washington, D.C. 202-338-3881 |
Replace virtually everything on the pan-Asian menu with vegan mock meats. Priced under $10.00. A favorite of many vegans. |
Heritage India 2400 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-333-3120
heritageindiausa.com |
With a combination of traditional and contemporary Indian dishes on the menu, there are many interesting vegetarian choices such as Spicy Tofu with mustard seeds and plum tomatoes and Dhingri Mattar, a mushroom and green pea curry. |
Le Pain Quotidien 2815 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-315-5420
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche" or organic quinoa salad. |
Miss Saigon 3057 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-333-5545
ms-saigonus.com |
Vietnamese restaurant with a separate vegetarian section, including several tofu and mock duck dishes. Make sure to specify no fish sauce. |
Pizzeria Paradiso 3282 M St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-337-1245
eatyourpizza.com |
A local favorite. Upscale pizza parlor priced under $19.25. Substitute delicious vegan cheese on any pizza. A 15-minute walk from both the Foggy Bottom/GWU and Rosslyn Metro stations.
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Quick Pita 1210 Potomac St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-338-7482 |
Inexpensive Middle Eastern fare, including sandwiches under $5.00, listed in a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Open late. |
Sweetgreen 3333 M St. N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-337-9338
sweetgreen.com |
The abundance of veggies available in sweetgreen salads makes it easy to veganize your meal here. There are more than 30 vegetarian toppings, ranging from chickpeas to sunflower seeds or roasted tofu. |
Zed’s Ethiopian 1201 28th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-333-4710
zeds.net |
Ethiopian Restaurant offering a vegetarian menu section full of delicious vegan entrees. |
| H Street Corridor/Atlas District |
Sticky Rice 1224 H St., N.E. Washington, D.C. 202-397-7655
stickyricedc.com |
With a vegetarian and vegan menu section, Sticky Rice mixes American and Pan-Asian entrees. The Garden Ball’s eel sauce is vegan! The Tofu Max combines tofu, cilantro, jalapeno, cucumbers and a grilled pineapple and is topped with tempura crunchies. |
Taylor Gourmet 1116 H St., N.E. Washington, D.C. 202-684-7001
taylorgourmet.com |
Deli with a vegetarian menu section. Offers pastina salads that are all vegetarian, as well as three vegetarian sandwiches. Veganize your meal by requesting no cheese. |
| Howard Univ./Shaw |
Everlasting Life CafeV 2928 Georgia Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-1700 |
Located inside a fantastic vegan market. Offers an all-vegan hot and cold soul food bar and a variety of smoothies. Located near the Columbia Heights Metro station. |
Sankofa Cafe 2714 Georgia Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-332-1084
sankofa.com |
Cafe/bookstore right by Howard University with a long list of wraps that are vegetarian and a few vegan options too. The smoothies are made with just pure vegetables—no yogurt or milk! |
Soul Vegetarian CafeV 2606 Georgia Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-328-7685
soulvegetarian.com |
Inexpensive, all-vegan, all-delicious soul food. Try the best mac ’n cheese around, or the fantastic Sunday brunch. A local favorite. Located near the Shaw/Howard University Metro station. |
| Smithsonian/Federal |
Mitsitam Cafe National Museum of the American Indian 4th St. & Independence Ave., S.W. Washington, D.C. 202-633-1000 |
Cafe located in the National Museum of the American Indian and offering authentic Native American cuisine with a variety of clearly-labeled vegan and vegetarian dishes that rotate on a daily basis. Located near the L’Enfant Plaza Metro station. |
| Tenleytown |
Chipotle 4301 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-237-0602
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Tenleytown/AU Metro station. |
Le Pain Quotidien 4874 Massachusetts Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-459-9141
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche" or organic quinoa salad. |
Pete’s Apizza 4940 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-237-7383
petesapizza.com |
New Haven-style pizzeria located between the Tenleytown and Friendship Heights Metro stations. Toppings include fried Italian eggplant, sauteed Savoy spinach, arugula and vegan cheese. |
Prince Cafe 4629 41st St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-362-0080 |
Offers several vegetarian Middle Eastern and Indian dishes. Located near the Tenleytown/AU Metro station. |
Robeks 4523 Wisconsin Ave. Washington, D.C. 202-244-1784
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Simply Ayzen 4237 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-237-1570
simplyayzen.com |
Pan-Asian restaurant with numerous vegan and vegetarian menu items. Vegetables and/or tofu may be selected for many dishes. Be sure to specify no eggs or fish sauce. Located near the Tenleytown/AU Metro station. |
Yosaku Japanese Restaurant 4712 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-363-4453
yosakusushi.com |
This restaurant offers several selections of vegetarian sushi, including a delicious fried sweet potato roll on most days. The lunch special includes an unlimited Japanese-style salad bar. |
| U St./Cardozo |
9:30 Club 815 V St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-265-0930
930.com |
Popular live music venue with shows most nights and a vegetarian-friendly menu. Vegan items are clearly labeled. |
Ben’s Chili Bowl 1213 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-667-0909
benschilibowl.com |
Inexpensive, popular, fast-food diner with wonderful vegan chili fries, vegan burgers, and bowls of veggie chili. Prices start under $4.00 for chili. Located near the U St./Cardozo Metro station. |
Ben’s Next Door 1211 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-667-8880
bensnextdoor.com |
Bar and lounge next to Ben’s Chili Bowl serving items such as vegan riblets, a vegan mushroom burger, and Ben’s veggie chili. |
Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-7638
busboysandpoets.com |
Cafe and performance space featuring over a dozen vegan dishes, including vegan pepperoni calzones, soy cheese pizza and "egg" scramble. |
Cafe Collage 1346 T St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-3554
cafecollagedc.com |
Healthy and inexpensive cafe fare, Ethiopian food, and smoothies. The sandwich and salad menu contains several vegetarian and vegan options, and there is a wide variety of vegan smoothies. On the weekends you can get a special vegan Ethiopian platter. |
Dukem 1114 - 1118 U St. Washington, D.C. 202-667-8735
dukemrestaurant.com |
An Ethiopian restaurant that not only offers a vegetarian section on the menu but also has live Ethiopian music most nights of the week. |
Eatonville Restaurant 2121 14th St., N.W. Washington , D.C. 202-332-9672
eatonvillerestaurant.com |
Specializing in traditional Louisiana Creole cuisine, this restaurant offers a variety of vegan and vegetarian entrees and sides, including a vegan pan-fried chicken with Hoppin’ John, braised collard greens, and spicy Creole sauce. |
Etete 1942 9th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-7600
eteterestaurant.com |
Ethiopian restaurant offering vegan dishes and a separate vegetarian menu section. |
Food for Thought (inside The Black Cat) 1811 14th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-797-1095
blackcatdc.com/food.html |
Mostly vegetarian/vegan fare served in a cafe inside of the Black Cat, a popular D.C. music venue. The vegan nachos are lasagna are local favorites. |
The Greek Spot 2017 11th St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-265-3118 |
Unique and standard Greek vegetarian picks with mock meats, including a vegetarian gyro. Make it vegan by asking for no feta. |
Peking Express 1338 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-986-3939 |
Chinese restaurant offering over a dozen vegetarian entrees including meatless "chicken" with cashews or vegetables. The vegetarian chicken is made using textured vegetable protein; some of the selections are made with egg. |
Sala Thai 1301 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-462-1333
salathaidc.com |
This location features live jazz on Fridays and Saturdays. Thai restaurant featuring a vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to ask which dishes can be made without fish sauce. |
Twins Jazz 1344 U St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-0072
twinsjazz.com |
Restaurant and live music venue. Menu features American, Ethiopian and Caribbean Cuisine. Vegan menu items include the Ethiopian style vegetarian combo platter and Pasta Special. Their Sweet Banana appetizer, Homemade Lentil soup and all side dishes are also vegan. |
| Upper Northwest |
Domku 819 Upshur St. Washington, D.C. 202-722-7475
domkucafe.com/Welcome.html |
Slavic and Scandanavian fare with many vegetarian options and vegan salads. Note that the mushroom "meatballs" contain eggs and cheese. |
Mayorga Coffee 314 Carroll St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-545-8313
mayorgacoffee.com |
Coffee shop located directly across from the Takoma Metro station. Vegan offerings include soy milk, sandwiches, cookies, muffins and more. |
My Little Bistro 353 Cedar St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-72-BISTR |
Family-owned cafe conveniently located less than a block away from the Takoma Metro station with a separate vegan menu including mock chicken. Also carries vegan desserts and tofutti vegan cream cheese for bagels. |
Nile Market & Restaurant 7815 Georgia Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-882-1130 |
Delicious Ethiopian fare listed in a vegetarian section on the menu with more than ten vegan dishes under $10. A 15-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Senbeb CaféV 6224 3rd St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-249-0917 |
All-vegan cafe featuring "meat" sandwiches, raw options, and daily specials. A 15-minute walk from the Takoma Metro station. |
| Van Ness |
Chalin’s Restaurant & Lounge 4250 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-966-1942
chalins.com |
Chinese restaurant offering several vegetarian dishes with tofu. Located near the Van Ness/UDC Metro station. |
Indian Ocean 4221-B Connecticut Ave. Washington, D.C. 202-362-4444
indianoceandc.com |
Indian restaurant with many vegetarian entrees, cooked separately from meat dishes. The lunch buffet features at least three vegetarian selections daily. Ask which dishes contain dairy. |
Pumpernickel’s Bagelry and Caterer 5504 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-244-9505
pumpdeli.com |
A local favorite. Dine in and catering with separate vegan menus for breakfast and lunch, including veggie meats, vegan cheese pizza, “meatball” subs and more. A 15-minute walk from the Friendship Heights Metro station. |
Shanghai Garden Restaurant 4469 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-362-3000 |
Chinese restaurant featuring an extensive vegetarian (mostly vegan) menu section. Dishes prepared with eggs are labeled and can be made vegan by request. Located near the Van Ness/UDC Metro station. |
| Woodley Park |
Afghan Grill 2309 Calvert St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-234-5095
afghangrill.com |
Afghan restaurant with several unique vegetarian entrees. Meals can be easily veganized by requesting no yogurt in the sauces. |
Chipotle 2600 Connecticut Ave. Washington, D.C. 202-299-9111
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Woodley Park/Adams Morgan Metro station. |
Eddie’s Café 2600 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-667-3939
eddiescafedc.com |
Chinese restaurant with a separate vegetable menu section. |
Jandara 2606 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-387-8876
jandarathai.com |
Thai cuisine priced from $7.00 to $9.00. Offers a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. Located near the Woodley Park/Adams Morgan Metro station. |
Lebanese Taverna 2641 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-265-8681
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than 20 vegetarian dishes, including delicious kabobs. Located near the Woodley Park/Adams Morgan Metro station. |
Little India 2623 Connecticut Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-5030
littleindiadc.com |
Indian restaurant with a separate vegetarian section of the menu with a dozen vegan dishes including curries, daals, and more. |
Mama Ayesha’s 1967 Calvert St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-232-5431
mamaayeshas.com |
Arabic diner with vegan specialties such as couscous, grape leaves, and vegetable-filled cabbage. |
Mr. Chen’s Organic Chinese Cuisine 2604 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-797-9668
mrchens.com |
Organic Chinese restaurant with a vegetarian menu section. Many of the rice, noodle, and soup dishes are also vegetarian. Be sure to specify no egg. |
Taste of India 2621 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington , D.C. 202-483-1115 |
Authentic Indian cuisine offering over a dozen vegetarian items (many of which can be made vegan), including a daily vegetarian special. |
Tono Sushi 2605 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 202-332-7300
tonosushi.com |
Features Japanese as well as other Asian cuisines. The menu includes several types of vegetarian sushi, including shiitake mushroom and spicy crunchy tofu rolls, along with soups, noodles, and dumplings. Most dishes can be made without fish sauce, so be sure to ask. |
| Aspen Hill |
Chipotle 13501 Connecticut Ave. Aspen Hill, Md. 301-598-2215
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
| Beltsville |
Caribbean Delight II 11000 Baltimore Ave. Beltsville, Md. 301-595-4667 |
Inexpensive West Indian restaurant with great vegetarian entrees and sides. Try the curried vegetables, fried plantains, and vegetable patties. |
El Mexicano 10413 Baltimore Ave. Beltsville, Md. 301-572-4000 |
Inexpensive Mexican food with some vegetarian options, most of which can be made vegan by requesting no cheese. The beans and guacamole are vegan. |
| Bethesda |
Bacchus of Lebanon 7945 Norfolk Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-657-1722
bacchusoflebanon.com |
Lebanese fare including more than 15 vegan appetizers large enough to make a fulfilling meal. A 15-minute walk from the Bethesda Metro station. |
bd’s Mongolian Barbeque 7201 Wisconsin Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-657-1080
gomongo.com |
You choose the vegetables, sauces, and tofu, and the chef prepares it. Be sure to specify vegetarian, and the chef will make your meal on a separate section of the grill. Located near the Bethesda Metro station. |
California Tortilla 4862 Cordell Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-654-8226
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. Located near the Bethesda Metro station. |
Chipotle 7600 Old Georgetown Rd. Bethesda, Md. 301-907-9077
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Bethesda Metro station.
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City Lights of China 4820 Bethesda Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-913-9501
bethesdacitylightsofchina.com |
Popular Chinese restaurant offering a separate vegetarian menu upon request. |
Dolcezza 7111 Bethesda Ln. Bethesda, Md. 301-215-9226
dolcezzagelato.com |
Dolcezza creates unique artisanal gelato and sorbet, using many ingredients from local farmers. Though the gelato is cream-based, all of the sorbets are water-based. Flavors vary daily and seasonally. You can also find Dolcezza sorbet at Vegetate and some farmers markets. |
Flaxella 8218 Wisconsin Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-654-3529
flaxella.com |
This small café offers vegetarian sandwiches, soups and salads with vegan items clearly marked. Get a coffee drink with soy milk and vegan biscotti. Located in the Bethesda Medical Bldg., first floor. |
Haandi 4904 Fairmont Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-718-0121
haandi.com |
Critically acclaimed Indian restaurant serving a large array of vegetarian and vegan meals. |
Hard Times Cafe 4920 Del Ray Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-951-3300
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. A 5-minute walk from the Bethesda Metro station. |
Le Pain Quotidien 7140 Bethesda Ln. Bethesda, Md. 301-913-2902
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche" or organic quinoa salad. |
Lebanese Taverna 7141 Arlington Rd. Bethesda, Md. 301-951-8681
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than 20 vegetarian dishes, including delicious kabobs. |
Levante’s 7262 Woodmont Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-657-2441
levantes.com |
Serves several vegetarian Middle Eastern dishes and salads. The pasta is made with eggs.
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Noodles & Company 7101 Democracy Blvd. Bethesda, Md. 301-365-5050
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Organic to Go 4832 Bethesda Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-656-1590
ogobethesda.com |
Organic cafe with over two dozen vegetarian items, almost half of which are vegan, including salads, hot and cold sandwiches and pizza. |
Passage to India 4931 Cordell Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-656-3373
passagetoindia.info |
Vegan-friendly Indian restaurant with over twenty vegan appetizers, entrees, and desserts representing East, West, North, and South Indian cuisine. Most vegan items are marked with a V. Located near the Bethesda Metro station. |
Sala Thai 4828 Cordell Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-654-4676
salathaidc.com |
Thai restaurant with a vegetarian menu section. Be sure to ask which dishes can be made without fish sauce. |
Sweetgreen 4831 Bethesda Ave. Bethesda, Md. 301-654-7336
sweetgreen.com |
The abundance of veggies available in sweetgreen salads makes it easy to veganize your meal here. There are more than 30 vegetarian toppings, ranging from chickpeas to sunflower seeds or roasted tofu. |
| Bowie |
California Tortilla 3941 Evergreen Pkwy. Bowie, Md. 301-464-6405
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. |
White Tiger 15525 Emerald Way Bowie, Md.
whtietigerdc.com |
Indian restaurant within the Bowie Town Center. Weekly lunch buffet with a variety of vegetarian and vegan items. |
| Burtonsville |
Kim’s Hunan Express 15739 Columbia Pike (Rte. 29) Burtonsville Crossing Shopping Center Burtonsville, Md. 301-384-0808
kimshunan.com |
Inexpensive Chinese restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu featuring a variety of mock meat. Priced under $7.95. The fried rice can be made without eggs upon request. |
| Capitol Heights |
Everlasting Life Health Complex and Organic MarketV 9185 Central Ave. Capitol Heights, Md. 301-324-6900 |
Three great departments under one roof: a deli and juice bar, bookstore, and sit-down dining area. All-vegan and a local favorite. |
| Chevy Chase |
Chipotle 4771 Willard Ave. Chevy Chase, Md. 301-654-6661
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. A 10-minute walk from the Friendship Heights Metro station. |
Indique Heights 2 Wisconsin Circle Chevy Chase, Md. 301-656-4822
indiqueheights.com |
Indian restaurant offers plenty of vegan dishes from a separate vegetarian menu. Try the Tamrind sorbet for dessert!
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| Clarksville |
Great SageV  5809 Clarksville Square Dr. Clarksville, Md. 443-535-9400
great-sage.com |
All-vegan, organic restaurant. Menu changes seasonally with vegan brunch on Sundays until 3pm. Gluten-free and soy-free menu items are noted. |
| College Park |
Berwyn CafeV 5010 Berwyn Rd. College Park, Md. 301-345-9898
berwyncafe.net |
All-vegetarian with a variety of vegan meals, including desserts and daily specials. Brunch served on Saturdays. Located near the College Park Metro station. |
California Tortilla 7419 Baltimore Ave. College Park, Md. 301-927-8500
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan.
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Chipotle 7332 Baltimore Ave. College Park, Md. 240-582-0015
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Hard Times Cafe 4738 Cherry Hill Rd. College Park, Md. 301-474-8880
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. |
Maryland Food Collective University of Maryland Student Union Campus Dr. & Union Dr. College Park, Md. 301-314-8089
studentorg.umd.edu/ffc |
Mostly vegetarian shop with vegan sandwiches under $4.00 and some groceries. Located on the University of Maryland campus. Take the free College Park Shuttle Bus from the College Park Metro station. |
Mosaic Café 8145 Baltimore Ave., # N College Park, Md. 240-297-9874
mosaiccafe.net |
Lebanese cuisine with vegetarian options that include falafel, hommus, baba ghannouj, and grape leaves. Open late. |
Noodles & Company 7320 Baltimore Ave. College Park, Md. 301-779-5300
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Robeks 10260 Baltimore Ave., Suite 1 College Park, Md. 301-614-0648
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Seven Seas Restaurant 8503 Baltimore Ave. College Park, Md. 301-345-5807
sevenseascp.com |
Asian restaurant featuring vegetarian pork, chicken, ham, and beef. 20% off all vegetarian dishes on Tuesdays, with additional discounts posted on the website. Be sure to specify no eggs or chicken stock. |
| Columbia |
Cafe David’s in David’s Natural Market 5430 Lynx Ln. Columbia, Md. 410-730-2304
davidsnaturalmarket.com |
Eatery located in a natural foods grocery. Serves clearly labeled vegan soups, sandwiches, desserts and more. |
Chipotle 6181 Old Dobbin Ln. Columbia, Md. 410-872-8688
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Jesse Wong’s Asean Bistro 8775 Centre Park Dr. Columbia, Md. 410-772-5300
aseanbistro.com |
Asian restaurant offering several vegetarian dishes including vegetarian chicken. Be sure to specify no chicken stock. |
Mango GroveV 6365-B Dobbin Rd. Columbia, Md. 410-884-3426
themangogrove.com |
Fantastic all-vegetarian Indian restaurant. Not open daily; be sure to call for hours |
Noodles & Company 6191 Old Dobbin Ln. Columbia, Md. 410-872-3729
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Red Robin 8640 Snowden River Pkwy Columbia, Md. 410-312-0214
redrobin.com |
Make almost any of the burgers vegan by substituting a vegan patty and requesting no cheese or mayo. Customize your burger with toppings such as avocado, balsamic marinated tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms and onions, fajita vegetables, grilled pineapple, and more! Some locations also have a vegan veggie rice bowl. |
Tokyo Café 10451 Twin Rivers Rd. Suite 132 Columbia, Md. 410-992-0966
tokyocafe888.net |
Extensive Japanese and Thai menu with many vegetarian and vegan options including vegetarian chicken, which can be substituted for chicken in most dishes. Miso soup is made with fish sauce but other dishes can be made without fish sauce upon request. |
| Frederick |
Bombay Grill 137 North Market St. Frederick, Md. 301-668-0077
bombaygrill.com |
Indian restaurant with a variety of vegetarian options. |
California Tortilla 1700 Kingfisher Drive Frederick, Md. 301-631-1996
californiatortilla.com /locations/frederick/ |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan |
Casa-Rico Rt. 40 West at Waverly Dr. Frederick, Md. 301-663-3107
casa-rico.com/frederick.asp |
Mexican restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu section, including burritos and vegetable, mango, and mushroom fajitas. Most items may be ordered without cheese or sour cream. Note that the guacamole is not vegan. |
China Garden 506 West Patrick Street Frederick, Md. 301-695-5055 |
Chinese restaurant with a variety of vegan dishes. Veggie fried rice can be made vegan by requesting no egg, and the spring rolls are also vegan. Note that the fortune cookies are not vegan. |
Chipotle 5223 Buckeystown Pike Frederick, Md. 301-846-0933
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Hinode 50 Carroll Creek View Court Frederick, Md. 301-620-2943
hinodefrederick.com |
Sit-down sushi restaurant with a dozen vegan sushi rolls. Also features tasty vegan salads like the avocado or asparagus salad with miso and sesame. |
Hunan Gourmet 915 7th St. Frederick, Md. 301-695-0446 |
Chinese restaurant offering several mock meat dishes. Priced under $12.00. |
| Gaithersburg |
Addis Café 405 N. Frederick Ave. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-740-8111
addiscafe.net |
Inexpensive Ethiopian café and market with vegetarian/vegan options. Offers free wifi. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. |
Antonio’s Cafe  18509 N. Frederick Ave. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-926-7220
antonios-cafe.com |
Vegetarian-friendly Caribbean & Latin cuisine. Offers a separate vegetarian/vegan menu featuring veggie chicken, drumsticks, shrimp and pork. Also offers vegan desserts. Vegan lunch buffet Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. -2:30 p.m. |
Asian Bistro Cafe 35 Grand Corner Ave. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-670-2870
asianbistrocafe.com |
Chinese cuisine with a large selection of vegan meat dishes, delicious soups, noodles and vegetables. |
Best Beer Wine 18749 North Frederick Rd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-548-9597
bestbeerwine.com |
Inside of the Best Beer Wine liquor store, this deli offers a separate vegan menu which includes vegan Reubens, Tofurky sandwiches, Caesar salad with mock chicken, veggie dogs, and more. Open Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sat. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Chipotle 96 Main St. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-926-3875
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chipotle 564 N. Frederick Ave. Gaithersburg, Md. 240-632-1228
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
El Mexicano 12150 Darnestown Rd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-330-5620 |
Inexpensive Mexican food with some vegetarian options, most of which can be made vegan by requesting no cheese. The beans and guacamole are vegan. |
Glory Garden 8405 Snouffer School Rd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-990-8200 |
Chinese restaurant willing to make a vegetarian version of any meat dish using tofu or mock chicken. |
Hunan Best 18212 Flower Hill Way Gaithersburg, Md. 301-948-6806
hunan-best.com |
Chinese fare with an extensive vegetarian section on the menu, including several mock-meat dishes. Be sure to ask for egg-free rice. |
Madras PalaceV 74 Bureau Dr. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-977-1600
madraspalaceusa.com |
All-vegetarian Indian food with a great lunch buffet daily. |
Minerva Cuisine 16240 S. Frederick Rd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-948-9898
minervacuisine.com |
Indian restaurant with large vegetarian section on the menu, including many vegan options. Make sure to specify no ghee. |
Ming’s Asian Bistro 251 Market St. W Gaithersburg, Md. 301-977-2222 |
Chinese restaurant offering a wide variety of vegan dishes loaded with mock meat, such as Hunan "chicken," General Tso’s "chicken" and Orange "beef." They are happy to substitute vegetable stock or make vegetarian versions of other menu items upon request. |
Noodles & Company 177 Kentlands Blvd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-926-5901
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Ono 35 Grand Corner Ave. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-417-0005
onoasiapacific.com |
Asian-Pacific cuisine with a vegan-friendly vegetarian section of the menu. The crackers served at seating contain egg. |
Ricky’s Rice Bowl 544 N. Frederick Rd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-963-2695 |
This Asian inspired restaurant offers tofu and veggie bowls with your choice of dressing. Priced under $8. |
Sushi Chalet  323 Muddy Branch Rd. Festival Shopping Center Gaithersburg, Md. 301-948-7373 |
Japanese and Korean all-you-can-eat buffet with vegetarian sushi and hot and cold vegan dishes. A local favorite. |
Szechuan Palace 12137 Darnestown Rd. Gaithersburg, Md. 301-330-8118
szechuanpalace2.com |
Chinese restaurant offering a separate vegetarian section on the menu, with vegetarian "meat" selections. Local favorites include the General Tso’s "Chicken." |
| Germantown |
California Tortilla 19847-O Century Blvd. Germantown, Md. 301-540-7717
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. BBe sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. |
El Mexicano 13016 Middlebrook Rd. Germantown, Md. 301-972-0500 |
Inexpensive Mexican food with some vegetarian options, most of which can be made vegan by requesting no cheese. The beans and guacamole are vegan. |
EN Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar 19833 Century Blvd. Germantown, Md. 301-916-2258
enbistro.com |
Traditional Japanese, Chinese, and Thai fare with a flair for the trendy. EN has a variety of vegan options, from coconut curried tofu to mock meats including "chicken" (soy protein), "beef" (gluten), and "shrimp" (white yam). All dishes use vegetable oils, and there is no MSG. |
Red Robin 20001 Century Blvd. Germantown, Md. 301-528-0065
redrobin.com |
Make almost any of the burgers vegan by substituting a vegan patty and requesting no cheese or mayo. Customize your burger with toppings such as avocado, balsamic marinated tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms and onions, fajita vegetables, grilled pineapple, and more! Some locations also have a vegan veggie rice bowl. |
Sabai Sabai Thai Restaurant 19847M Century Blvd. Germantown, Md.
sabaisimplythai.com |
This Thai restaurant offers more than 20 vegetarian options, most are vegan and several are made with mock meats. Dishes include crispy herbal tofu (one of the most popular items on the menu), and "You Think It’s Duck Curry." |
| Greenbelt |
Beijing of Greenbelt 131 Centerway Greenbelt, Md. 301-345-3996 |
Offers more than a dozen Chinese vegetarian meat dishes. |
Bombay Masala 8825 Greenbelt Rd. Greenbelt, Md. 301-552-1600
bombaymasalarestaurant.com |
Indian restaurant offering a vegetarian menu section, with more than half the dishes vegan. |
Chipotle 5506 Cherrywood Ln. Greenbelt, Md. 301-982-6722
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
New Deal Cafe 113 Centerway Greenbelt, Md. 301-474-5642
newdealcafe.com |
Great vegan soups, sandwiches, and desserts. A 10-minute bus ride or 1.5-mile walk from the Greenbelt Metro station. |
Siri’s Chef’s Secret 5810 Greenbelt Rd. Greenbelt, Md. 301-345-6101
sirichef.com |
Thai restaurant located near the University of Maryland, featuring a separate all-vegetarian menu. |
| Hyattsville |
Caribbean Delight 7811 Riggs Rd. Riggs-University Center Hyattsville, Md. 301-439-1270 |
Inexpensive West Indian carry-out with great vegetarian entrees and sides. Try the curried vegetables, fried plantains, and vegetable patties. |
CoCo Cabana 2031-A University Blvd. Hyattsville, Md. 301-431-1882
cococabanagrill.com |
Ethnically diverse cuisine. Many dishes can easily be made vegan. |
WoodlandsV 8046 New Hampshire Ave. Hyattsville, Md. 301-434-4202
woodlandsrestaurants.com |
All-vegetarian Indian restaurant. Offers a lunch buffet and a full menu, including curries, soups, rice specialties, dosas, and a few Chinese-style dishes. Some items contain dairy. |
| Kensington |
Kensington Mart 10251 Kensington Pkwy. Kensington, Md. 301-942-2294 |
Convenience store and café with many vegetarian and vegan options including soups and sandwiches. |
| Laurel |
California Tortilla 13600 Baltimore Ave., Ste. 300 Laurel, Md. 301-725-6002
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. |
Chipotle 14354 Baltimore Ave. Laurel, Md. 301-604-2241
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Hunan House 11200 Scaggsville Rd., # 106 Laurel, Md. 301-725-1226
hunanh.com |
Chinese restaurant with a vegetarian section on the menu. Also features a special menu section with delicious meat-free "chicken," made from textured vegetable protein. All of the chicken dishes can be ordered with the vegetarian chicken, and many appetizers, soups and noodle dishes are vegetarian. |
| Olney |
California Tortilla 18101 Village Center Dr. Olney, Md. 301-570-2522
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan.
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Olney Ale House 2000 Olney-Sandy Spring Rd. Olney, Md. 301-774-6708
olneyalehouse.com |
American fare priced under $10.00. Offers a separate vegetarian section on menu. |
Shanghai Restaurant 3409 Morningwood Dr. Olney, Md. 301-570-2200 |
A casual Chinese Restaurant that offers a number of vegan dishes loaded with mock meats, tofu, and vegetables. |
| Potomac |
California Tortilla 7727 Tuckerman Ln. Potomac, Md. 301-765-3600
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. |
Robeks 7733 Tuckerman Ln. Potomac, Md. 301-299-1355
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
| Rockville |
Bob’s Noodle 66 305 N. Washington St. Rockville, Md. 301-315-6668 |
Authentic Taiwanese-style restaurant featuring numerous vegetarian and vegan selections. Excellent vegetable, tofu and noodle dishes. A 10-minute walk from the Rockville Metro station. |
California Tortilla 199 E. Montgomery Ave. Rockville, Md. 301-610-6500
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. Located across from the Rockville Metro station. |
Chipotle 865-B Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-279-5461
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chipotle 11830 Rockville Pike Ste. 17B Rockville, Md. 301-881-2600
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chipotle 14925 Shady Grove Rd. Rockville, Md. 301-838-9222
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Hard Times Cafe 1117 Nelson St. Rockville, Md. 301-294-9720
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. |
India Garden 1321-C Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-838-0000
indiagardenrockville.com |
Indian restaurant with a separate vegetarian section on the menu; about half are vegan. A 15-minute walk from the Twinbrook Metro station. |
Joe’s Noodle House 1488-C Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-881-5518
joesnoodlehouse.com |
Authentic Szechuan Chinese restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu that is mostly vegan. |
Lebanese Taverna Cafe 1605 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-468-9086
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than ten vegetarian dishes, including delicious falafel. Located near the Twinbrook Metro station. |
Lebanese Taverna Cafe 115 A Gibbs St. Rockville, Md. 301-309-8681
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than ten vegetarian dishes, including delicious falafel. |
Noodles & Company 1609 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-468-9191
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. Located near the Twinbrook Metro station. |
Noodles & Company 101 Gibbs St. Rockville, Md. 301-279-0903
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
P.F. Chang’s 11301 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-230-693
pfchangs.com |
Asian cuisine with a separate vegan menu. Visit PFChangs.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Pho Hoa Binh 11782 Parklawn Dr. Rockville, Md. 301-770-5576 |
Vietnamese Pho restaurant serving vegan vegetable and fried tofu pho, along with a number of other vegan dishes such as rice and vermicelli spring roll entrese and appetizers. |
Robeks 1615 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-770-5040
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Robeks 33-G Maryland Ave. Rockville, Md. 301-610-7605
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Sam’s Cafe & Market 844 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-424-1600
samscafeandmarket.com |
Mediterranean/Persian fare featuring grilled vegetable dishes, hummus, and falafel. The non-dairy ice cream is not vegan. |
Seven Seas 1776 E. Jefferson St. Rockville, Md. 301-770-5020
sevenseasrestaurant.com |
Excellent Chinese and Japanese cuisine, with separate tofu and vegetable sections on the menu. Try the seasonal Chinese greens sautéed with garlic opr select from a variety of gourmet mushrooms, many sourced from nearby farms. |
Siena’s Pizzeria 11417 Woodglen Dr. Rockville, Md. 301-770-7474
sienasrestaurant.com |
Nearly all-vegetarian pizzeria and restaurant with a variety of vegan meat toppings with vegan dough and sauce and Middle Eastern fare. Certified kosher. Located near the White Flint Metro station. |
Taste of Saigon Town Square 20 A Maryland Ave. Rockville, Md. 301-424-7222
tasteofsaigon.com |
This "exotic fusion" restaurant includes Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Vegetarian dishes, many of which are vegan, are clearly marked. Note some dishes are made with fish sauce. |
The Vegetable GardenV  11618 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-468-9301
thevegetablegarden.com |
Vegan Asian-inspired fare with a wide variety of unique "meat," vegetable, macrobioic, and organic dishes. A local favorite. Also serves fresh juices and great desserts, including vegan key lime pie. Donates 10 percent of your bill to COK on the first Thursday of every month. Located across from the White Flint Metro station. |
Yuan FuV  798 Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 301-762-5937
yuanfuvegetarian.com |
All-vegan Chinese restaurant with a wide selection of vegetarian meats, along with delicious vegetable, noodle, soup and tofu dishes. |
zpizza 807-H Rockville Pike Rockville, Md. 240-403-1163
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Silver Spring |
Abyssinia Restaurant 8221 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring , Md. 301-562-5911
abyssiniarestaurantmd.com |
An Ethiopian restaurant that boasts a number of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Get the Vegetarian Combo and enjoy a little bit of each! Located a short walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
| Silver Spring |
Addis Ababa 8233 Fenton St. Silver Spring, Md. 301-589-1400
addisababarestaurant.com |
Delicious Ethiopian fare with a vegetarian menu section. Entrees priced under $10.00. A 10-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Adega Wine Cellars and Café 8519 Fenton St. Silver Spring, Md. 301-608-2200
adegawinecellars.com |
Offers vegetarian salads, sandwiches and wraps. Choose a bottle of wine from the wine shop to go with dinner at your table. Meat can be substituted for tofu in most dishes. For vegan options, request no cheese or pesto. |
Asian Bistro Cafe 8537 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, Md. 301-589-0123
asianbistrocafe.com |
Chinese cuisine with a large selection of vegan meat dishes, delicious soups, noodles and vegetables. A 5-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
| Silver Spring |
Bombay Gaylord 8401 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring , Md. 301-565-2528
bombaygaylord.com |
An exquisite Indian restaurant that serves a wide variety of flavorful vegan and vegetarian dishes and specialties. A short walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
| Silver Spring |
California Tortilla 10721-A Columbia Pike Silver Spring, Md. 301-593-3955
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream. The guacamole and chips are vegan. |
Chipotle 907 Ellsworth Ave. Silver Spring, Md. 301-608-3688
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Chipotle 12060 Cherry Hill Rd. Silver Spring, Md. 301-586-0430
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
The Daily Dish Restaurant 8301-A Grubb Rd. Silver Spring, Md. 301-588-6300
thedailydishrestaurant.com |
Offers all-vegan soy cheese pizza and other vegan items such as Mezze Riephigi and a trio of dips with vegan pita. Coffee and specialty drinks can be made with soymilk. A 20-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station.
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Ecology Health Food 904 Bonifant St. Silver Spring, Md. 301-589-2188 |
Vitamin and herb store with a small deli offering a few vegan sandwiches. Priced under $3.75. A 10-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
The Fractured Prune 8512 Fenton St. Silver Spring, Md. 301-565-8007
fracturedprune.com /location_silverspring.php |
Get freshly made vegan donuts Friday through Sunday at this popular donut shop which serves breakfast all day. They also offer a separate vegan menu with savory items available all week. |
Golden House 8200 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, Md. 301-495-8888
goldenhouse.us |
Chinese restaurant with separate vegetarian menu that includes mock meat dishes. Dine-in or take out. Open until 11 p.m. on weeknights and midnight on weekends. Delivery available. |
Hunan Manor 11237 New Hampshire Ave. Silver Spring, Md. 301-681-5360
hunanmanorrestaurant.com |
Offers flavorful vegan "meat" and Chinese vegetable dishes in a vegetarian menu section. |
Langano Ethiopian Restaurant 8305 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, Md. 301-563-6700
langanoethiopianrestaurant.com |
Offers a vegetarian menu section priced under $10.00. Located near the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Lebanese Taverna Cafe 933 Ellsworth Dr. Silver Spring, Md. 301-588-1192
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than ten vegetarian dishes, including delicious falafel. Located near the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Lotus Café 8077 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, Md. 301-588-8888
lotuscafebar.com |
This Vietnamese restaurant offers a separate vegetarian menu. With flavorful vegetarian pho, tofu and gluten stir-fries, vegans have many options to choose from. |
Mandalay 930 Bonifant St. Silver Spring, Md. 301-585-0500
mandalayrestaurantcafe.com |
Restaurant and bar specializing in Burmese cuisine offering a large vegetarian menu section with 15 entrees all priced under $10.00. Try the coconut milk vegan ice cream for dessert. A 10-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Moe’s Southwest Grill 12265 Tech Rd. Silver Spring, Md. 301-625-9555
moes.com |
This inexpensive Tex-Mex chain offers delicious burritos, fajitas, and tacos with tofu and vegan guacamole. Priced under $7.00. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream.
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Noodles & Company 905 Ellsworth Dr. Silver Spring, Md. 301-588-5312
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. Located near the Silver Spring Metro station. |
Palais de Lune 8315 Grubb Rd. Silver Spring, Md. 301-608-2655 |
Chinese restaurant offering a "Vegetarian TVP," mock meat section on the menu. Entrees priced under $9.25. |
Thai at Silver Spring 921 Ellsworth Dr. Silver Spring, Md. 301-650-0666
thaiatsilverspring.com |
Thai cuisine with a fine dining atmosphere. Meat-free entrées can be found in the vegetarian section of the menu. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
zpizza 815 Ellsworth Dr. Silver Spring, Md. 301-495-5536
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Takoma Park |
Capital City Cheesecake 7071 Carroll Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-270-7260
capitalcitycheesecakes.com |
Offers a variety of vegan cheesecakes, cheesecake bites, and cheesecake truffles as well as daily wraps and salads which can easily by made vegan. The whole wheat bagels are vegan, and they offer vegan cream cheese and soy milk.
Starting Sun., July 11, Capital City Cheesecake will offer Sunday brunch from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with vegan waffles and vegan blueberry muffins offered along with bagels and vegan cream cheese. |
Caribbean Palace 7680 New Hampshire Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-431-1563 |
Inexpensive West Indian carry-out with vegetarian entrees and sides. |
Mark’s Kitchen  7006 Carroll Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-270-1884
markskitchen.com |
Specializes in Asian cuisine. Priced under $9.00. Located near the Takoma Metro station. |
Middle Eastern Cuisine 7006 Carroll Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-270-5154
middleasterncuisine.com |
Middle Eastern fare including fresh hummus, falafel and delicious vegan baklava. Home to the Olive Lounge, a small, separate bar in the back of the restaurant. Located near the Takoma Metro station. |
The Organic Falafel StandV 7224 Carroll Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-512-7535
theorganicfalafelstand.com |
All-vegan stand featuring hearty soups seasonally, fresh-cut fries, falafel and other Middle Eastern specialties. Favorites include the Takoma Grill. Located in the Liberty parking lot across the street from the Takoma Park Co-op. Open Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
Roscoe’s Pizzeria 7040 Carroll Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-920-0804
roscoespizzeria.com |
Napoli-style pizzeria with an excellent selection of vegetarian and vegan options (including vegan cheese and pepperoni) and a full bar. |
Summer Delights 6939 Laurel Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-891-2880 |
Small ice cream shop with vegan options, including cupcakes, ice cream, homemade sorbet, and hot dogs for $2.75. Frosties can be made from any flavor of sorbet. Located near Takoma Metro station. |
Wah Lock Chinese Restaurant 6505 New Hampshire Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-270-0043 |
Inexpensive Chinese restaurant with a separate mock meat section called "Vegetarian TVP." Be sure to specify no fish sauce. Priced under $9.00. |
Walia Ethiopian Restaurant 6846 New Hampshire Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 301-270-4545 |
Ethiopian restaurant and bar with a large vegan section on the menu. |
| Wheaton |
Saigonese Restaurant 11232 Grandview Ave. Wheaton, Md. 301-946-8002
saigoneserestaurant.com |
Offering more than 25 vegetarian dishes. Vegan favorites include black-peppered gluten, charcoal-grilled tofu, and spicy lemongrass tofu soup. A 5-minute walk from the Wheaton Metro station. |
| Alexandria |
Asian Wok Cafe 828-N Washington St. Alexandria, Va. 703-837-8811 |
Chinese and sushi restaurant with 13 vegan specials on the menu. Also many vegetarian options throughout the menu. |
Bamboo Garden Restaurant 6331-B S. Kings Hwy. Alexandria, Va. 703-768-2338 |
Chinese fare with a separate vegetarian menu offering over 24 chicken and tofu dishes (all vegan). All meals are prepared with vegetable oil. |
Caboose Café 2419 Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria, Va. 703-566-1283
caboose-cafe.com |
This quaint café offers a variety of vegetarian and vegan options such as the hummus and cucumber sandwich. For dinner, try the vegan Ethiopian dishes. Located near the Braddock Road Metro station. |
California Tortilla 301 Swamp Fox Rd. Alexandria, Va. 703-329-3333
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan. |
Chipotle 601 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-548-5169
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chipotle 5955 Kingstowne Towne Ctr. Alexandria, Va. 703-924-6018
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Hard Times Cafe 1404 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-837-0050
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. A 5-minute walk from the King Street Metro station. |
Le Pain Quotidien 701 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-683-2273
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche" or organic quinoa salad. |
Mai Thai 6 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-548-0600
maithai.us |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian (nearly all vegan) menu section. Located on the Old Town waterfront, with views of the Potomac. |
Mediterranean Bakery and Café 352 South Pickett St. Alexandria, Va. 703-751-1702 |
Traditional Middle Eastern fare that also offers homemade vegan pita bread and desserts. |
Moe’s Southwest Grill 7698 Richmond Hwy. Alexandria, Va. 703-660-1000
moes.com |
This inexpensive Tex-Mex chain offers delicious burritos, fajitas, and tacos with tofu and vegan guacamole. Priced under $7.00. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream. |
Nickell’s and Scheffler 1028 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-549-5545
nsfinefood.com |
This café serves entrees, sandwiches, soups and salads, with vegetarian and vegan selections highlighted. Create your own panini to make it vegan, or choose from the many vegan sides. The vinaigrette dressings are vegan. |
Noodles & Company 7702 Richmond Hwy. Alexandria, Va. 703-718-2126
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Noodles & Company 3105 Duke St. Alexandria, Va. 703-212-0008
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Noodles & Company 5900 Kingstowne Blvd. Alexandria, Va. 703-971-0179
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Oriental Star 3221 Duke St. Alexandria, Va. 703-370-4100
orientalstarva.com |
Offers dozens of vegetarian seafood, pork, beef, and chicken dishes. Be sure to specify no chicken stock. |
The Perfect Pita 951 N. Fairfax Street Alexandria, Va. 703-683-8805
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
The Perfect Pita 1640 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-683-4330
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
RedRocks Firebrick Pizzeria 904 King St. Alexandria, Va. 202-506-1402
firebrickpizza.com |
Neapolitan-style brick oven pizza with toppings that include broccolini, eggplant, sun-dried tomatoes and vegan cheese upon request. Offers a full bar as well. |
Robeks 1931 Ballenger Ave. Alexandria, Va. 703-299-9086
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Robeks 5824 Kingstowne Center Dr. Alexandria, Va. 703-310-4394
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Taqueria Poblano 2400 50 Ave. Alexandria, Va. 703-548-8226
taqueriapoblano.com |
A Mexican restaurant that uses no lard or chicken stock. Guacamole, refried beans and Mexican rice are vegan. For additional vegan options be sure to ask for no cheese. Note: the avocado dressing has egg in it. |
Zorkafor’s SandVeg 703 King St. Alexandria, Va. 703-299-4449
zorkafors.com |
Sandwich shop offering many affordable sandwiches with a variety of vegetarian and vegan toppings, including vegan falafel, hummus, and more. |
zpizza 6328-C Richmond Hwy. Alexandria, Va. 703-660-8443
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
zpizza 3217 Duke St. Alexandria, Va. 703-600-1193
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Annandale |
Pho Hot 7442-A Little River Tpke. Annandale, Va. 703-333-5955
phohot.com |
This Vietnamese restaurant has a separate vegetarian menu that includes many vegan dishes. Pho Hot offers veggie rolls, soups, sandwiches, and rice dishes and lots of tofu! |
| Arlington |
Aladdin’s Eatery 4044 Cambell Ave. Arlington, Va. 703-894-4401
aladdinseatery.com |
Natural food restaurant serving Middle Eastern fare. Menu with separate vegetarian section offers a variety of inexpensive vegan options, along with delicious juices and smoothies. |
Aroma 4052 S. 28th St. Arlington, Va. 703-575-8800
aromarestaurant.com |
Indian restaurant with vegan soups and a vegetarian section of the menu. |
Astor Mediterranean 2300 N. Pershing Dr. Arlington, Va. 703-465-2306
astormediterranean.com |
In addition to traditional favorites like falafel, fava bean dip, and lentil salad, this Mediterranean restaurant offers delicious, vegan cheese on any of its pizzas. |
Bangkok 54 2919 Columbia Pike Arlington, Va. 703-521-4070
bangkok54restaurant.com |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian section with 12 different dishes all priced under $10. Try the Spicy Roasted Tofu with Basil. |
Busboys and Poets 4251 S. Campbell Ave. Arlington, Va. 703-379-9756
busboysandpoets.com |
Cafe and performance space featuring over a dozen vegan dishes, including vegan pepperoni calzones, soy cheese pizza and "egg" scramble. |
Café Asia 1550 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-741-0870
cafeasia.com |
Dozens of Asian-inspired vegetarian dishes with two full-service bars and lounges. A few items listed as vegetarian contain fish sauce, so check with the server before ordering. |
Cafe Wilson 3033 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-816-8818 |
Dine-in, carry-out, and catering with a separate, inexpensive all-vegan menu including "chicken cheese steak," BLT vegan-style, and "turkey" reuben sandwiches. Located near the Clarendon Metro station. |
California Tortilla 2057 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-243-4151
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream. The guacamole and chips are vegan. Located across the street from the Court House Metro station.
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Chipotle 2231 Crystal Dr. Ste. 100 Arlington, Va. 703-920-8779
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Crystal City Metro station. |
Chop’t 1735 N. Lynn St. Arlington, Va. 703-875-2888
choptsalad.com |
A create-your-own-salad restaurant, Chop’t has many veg options! Choose your lettuce, toppings, and dressing. Many of the dressings are vegan. The bread and wraps have honey. Visit ChoptSalad.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Crystal Thai 4819 Arlington Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-522-1311
crystalthai.com |
Delicious Thai cuisine served in an attractive dining atmosphere. The restaurant has a separate vegetarian menu section. |
Dama Restaurant 1503 Columbia Pike Arlington, Va. 703-920-3559
damapastry.com |
Excellent, authentic menu with a variety of vegan Ethiopian dishes with mock meat. Try the vegan "kifto" or request a vegetarian combination plate. After dinner stop by the bakery for vegan dessert. |
Galaxy Hut 2711 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-525-8646
galaxyhut.com |
Small restaurant/bar with live music. Dinner menu, available 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily, features several vegetarian and vegan options, including a BBQ sandwich (made with seitan) and veggie chili. |
Hard Times Cafe 3028 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-528-2233
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. Located next to the Clarendon Metro station. |
Le Pain Quotidien 2900 Clarendon Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-465-0970
lepainquotidien.com |
Communal dining restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian specialties. Vegan items are clearly marked and may include a vegetable "quiche," organic quinoa salad. |
Lebanese Market 4400 Old Dominion Dr. Arlington, Va. 703-276-8681
lebanesetaverna.com |
Lebanese market with a variety of vegetarian sandwiches priced around $5.00, including hummus, eggplant, and falafel, as well as delicious salads priced by the pound.
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Lebanese Taverna 5900 Washington Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-241-8681
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than 20 vegetarian dishes, including delicious kabobs. Located near the East Falls Church Metro station. |
Lebanese Taverna 1101 S. Joyce St., # B30 Arlington, Va. 703-415-8681
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than 20 vegetarian dishes, including delicious kabobs. Located near the Pentagon City Metro station. |
Mei’s Asian Bistro 3434 Washington Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-516-0123
meisasianbistro.com |
Japanese and Chinese restaurant offering over 30 vegetarian dishes, including vegan chicken, beef, pork, and duck. The vegetarian soups are made with vegetarian broth and most of the noodles are vegan (the lo mein and chow mein noodles contain egg). |
Mixt Greens 1100 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 800-304-4550
mixtgreens.com |
This eco-friendly restaurant offers a selection of vegetarian salads and sandwiches that can be made vegan. You can even custom design your own salad with items such as marinated tofu and roasted portabella mushrooms. |
Noodles & Company 4238 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 571-527-1232
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Noodles & Company 1202 S. Joyce St. Arlington, Va. 703-418-0001
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Noodles & Company 2011 Crystal Dr. Arlington, Va. 703-979-1525
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Oriental Gourmet Restaurant 2503 North Harrison St. Arlington, Va. 703-534-7182 |
Offers a vegan menu, including a wide variety of tofu and vegetarian meat dishes. |
P.F. Chang’s 901 N. Glebe Rd. Arlington, Va. 703-527-0955
pfchangs.com |
Asian cuisine with a separate vegan menu. Visit PFChangs.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
The Perfect Pita 1681 Crystal Square Arcade Arlington, Va. 703-418-6656
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
The Perfect Pita 2345 Crystal Drive Arlington, Va. 703-412-9440
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
The Perfect Pita 2200 Clarendon Blvd. Plaza Level Arlington, Va. 703-527-1511
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
Robeks 2300 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-294-4007
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Robeks 4115 A S. 28th St. Arlington, Va. 703-379-5640
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Saran CuisineV  5157 N. Lee Hwy. Arlington, Va. 703-533-3600 |
All-vegetarian Indian fare. Weekday lunch buffet for $7.99, $8.99 weekends; $5.99 per pound for carry-out. Ask which dishes have dairy. |
Taqueria Poblano 2503A N. Harrison St. Arlington, Va. 703-237-8250
taqueriapoblano.com |
A Mexican restaurant that uses no lard or chicken stock. Guacamole, refried beans and Mexican rice are vegan. For additional vegan options be sure to ask for no cheese. Note: the avocado dressing has egg in it. |
Thaiphoon 1301 S. Joyce St. Arlington, Va. 703-413-8200
thaiphoon.com |
Thai restaurant featuring a vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to request no fish sauce. |
Top’s China 2520 Columbia Pike Arlington, Va. 703-486-8277 |
Located in the rear of the Arlington Village Shopping Center, the menu at this carry out/deliver only eatery features a vegetarian section. |
Toscana Grill 2300 Clarendon Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-465-2100
toscanagrill.com |
Eco-friendly Italian restaurant featuring a large vegan menu with entrees that include Chick’n Marsala, Chick’n Piccata, vegan pizza and more. Vegan brunch available on weekends with options such as veg-sausage and pepper scramble, vegan pancakes & waffles, tofu scramble and much more. Located near the Court House Metro station. |
zpizza 2710-B Washington Blvd. Arlington, Va. 703-528-2828
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Ballston |
Chipotle 4300 Wilson Blvd. Ballston, Va. 703-243-9488
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Ballston Metro station. |
| Chantilly |
Lotus Vegetarian RestaurantV 13872 Metrotech Dr. Chantilly, Va. 703-378-6888
lotusvegetarian.com |
This all-vegetarian eatery offers a range of cuisine including burgers, sandwiches, salads, and Asian-inspired dishes, such as General Tso’s surprise. Vegan items are clearly marked. Located in Sully Place shopping center. |
Minerva Cuisine 14513-B Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy. Chantilly, Va. 703-378-7778
minervacuisine.com |
Indian restaurant with large vegetarian section on the menu, including many vegan options. Make sure to specify no ghee. |
Pho Bac 13924 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy. Chantilly, Va. 703-818-8828 |
Vietnamese restaurant offering delicious vegetarian Pho! Also offers a number of other vegan dishes. |
Red Robin 14450 Chantilly Crossing Lane Chantilly, Va. 703-961-0620
redrobin.com |
Make almost any of the burgers vegan by substituting a vegan patty and requesting no cheese or mayo. Customize your burger with toppings such as avocado, balsamic marinated tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms and onions, fajita vegetables, grilled pineapple, and more! Some locations also have a vegan veggie rice bowl. |
Thai Basil 14511-P Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy. Chantilly, Va. 703-631-8277
thaibasilchantilly.com |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu offering 28 items. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
| Dulles |
Cuppies and Beans 21100 Dulles Town Circle Dulles, Va. 703-774-3360
cuppiesandbeans.com |
A bakery and cafe with a separate vegan menu that includes gourmet cupcakes, faux chicken and crabcake sandwiches. |
| Fairfax |
Bangkok Golden 10621 H Braddock Rd. Fairfax, Va. 703-691-0700
bangkokgoldenrestaurant.com |
Thai restaurant offering a vegetarian menu section. Be sure to specify no egg or fish sauce. |
California Tortilla 12239 Fair Lakes Promenade Dr. Fairfax, Va. 703-278-0007
californiatortilla.com |
Tex-Mex fare for under $7.00. Great bean and rice or vegetable burritos and salads. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream, or just order their vegan-ready "No-Meato Burrito". The guacamole and chips are vegan.
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Chipotle 11062 Lee Hwy. Fairfax, Va. 703-934-7099
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chipotle 11939 Grand Commons Ave. Fairfax, Va. 703-222-7344
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Minerva Cuisine 10364 Lee Hwy. Fairfax, Va. 703-383-9200
minervacuisine.com |
Indian restaurant with large vegetarian section on the menu, including many vegan options. Make sure to specify no ghee. |
Noodles & Company 10296 Main St. Fairfax, Va. 703-218-4400
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
P.F. Chang’s 4250 Fairfax Corner Ave. Fairfax, Va. 703-266-2414
pfchangs.com |
Asian cuisine with a separate vegan menu. Visit PFChangs.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Robeks 9670 Main St. Fairfax, Va. 703-323-4681
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Robeks 10940 C-Fairfax Blvd. Fairfax, Va. 703-267-6121
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Saravana PalaceV 11725 Lee Hwy., #A15 Fairfax, Va. 703-218-4182
saravanapalaceva.com |
All-vegetarian Indian restaurant priced from $3.00 to $12.50. Lunch buffets for $7.95 on weekdays and $9.95 on weekends. Most of the curries and many other menu items are made with dairy products, so be sure to ask which items can be made vegan. |
Thailand 9650-41 Main St. Fairfax, Va. 703-764-1114 |
Substitute tofu for meat for nearly every dish at. Be sure to specify no fish or chicken sauce. Priced under $13.95.
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Vespucci 10579 Fairfax Blvd. (Lee Hwy.) Fairfax, Va. 703-272-8113
vespuccirestaurant.com |
Italian restaurant featuring a separate vegan menu with gluten-free dishes. Menu items include Quinoa Salad, Spinach Potage, and Raw "Spaghetti" with Raw Marinara Sauce. |
WoodlandsV 4078 Jermantown Rd. Fairfax, Va. 703-385-1996
woodlandsrestaurantva.com |
All-vegetarian Indian restaurant. Offers a lunch buffet and a full menu, including curries, soups, rice specialties, dosas, and a few Chinese-style dishes. Some items contain dairy. |
| Falls Church |
Bangkok Golden 6395 Seven Corners Ctr. Falls Church, Va. 703-533-9480
bangkokgoldenrestaurant.com |
Thai restaurant offering a vegetarian menu section. Be sure to specify no egg or fish sauce. |
Burrito Brothers 7505 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, Va. 703-356-8226 |
Offers bean and rice burritos and taco salads. Make yours vegan by requesting no cheese or sour cream. The beans, rice, tortillas and guacamole are vegan. Located near the Capitol South Metro station. |
Clare and Don’s Beach Shack 130 N. Washington St. Falls Church, Va. 703-532-9283
clareanddons.com |
Offers a separate creative and tasty vegetarian menu with dishes such as "Swamp Rice" (spicy Cajun dirty rice with tofu and veggies). |
Duangrat’s 5878 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, Va. 703-820-5775
duangrats.com |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu offering 13 items, most of which are vegan. Priced under $13.95. |
Four Sisters 8190 Strawberry Ln. Falls Church, Va. 703-539-8566
foursistersrestaurant.com |
Vietnamese restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu offering more than a dozen vegan items, including caramelized Tofu. |
Full Kee 5830 Columbia Pike Falls Church, Va. 703-575-8232
fullkeedc.com |
Cantonese-style restaurant with a vegetarian menu section. Selections include a variety of Chinese vegetables, like stir-fried snow pea leaves, chive flowers, and watercress. |
Haandi 1222 W. Broad St. Falls Church, Va. 703-533-3501
haandi.com |
Critically acclaimed Indian restaurant serving a large array of vegetarian and vegan meals. |
Happy Family 301 S. Washington St. Falls Church, Va. 703-534-3838 |
Chinese fare with an all-vegan section on the menu with more than 15 mock beef and chicken dishes. Priced under $10.95. |
Kasha’s Kitchen (in Kennedy’s Natural Foods) 1053 W. Broad St. Falls Church, Va. 703-533-8484 |
A vegan-friendly sit-down deli and juice bar inside the market, serving delicious sandwiches. Try the fantastic lentil burger or the popular vegan "chicken" salad. Located near the West Falls Church Metro station. The market also sells vegan-friendly products including vegan cheese.
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Mike’s Deli 112 N. West St. Falls Church, Va. 703-532-5299
mikesdeliatlazysundae.com |
Deli located in the same place as the Lazy Sundae ice cream parlor, with vegan versions of many sandwiches, including a Reuben. Or build your own sandwich and specify vegan turkey, cheese and mayonnaise. |
Moe’s Southwest Grill 5855 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, Va. 703-578-6637
moes.com |
This inexpensive Tex-Mex chain offers delicious burritos, fajitas, and tacos with tofu and vegan guacamole. Priced under $7.00. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream.
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Myanmar Restaurant 7810 Lee Hwy. Falls Church, Va. 703-289-0013 |
Burmese restaurant with a vegetarian section on the menu with vegan fare priced under $9.00. |
Natalia’s Elegant Creations 230 W. Broad St. Falls Church, Va. 703-241-8040
nataliaselegantcreations.com |
A "European-style" cafe and pastry shop offering at least one vegan dessert daily. The daily soups are often vegan or can be made vegan upon request. Vegan cream cheese and margarine are available for bagels and soy milk for coffee drinks. |
Noodles & Company 8190 Strawberry Ln. Falls Church, Va. 703-560-0158
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
The Perfect Pita 5205 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, Va. 703-820-6658
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
Punjab Dhaba 7263-F Arlington Blvd. Falls Church, Va. 703-698-5262 |
Indian restaurant with half of its menu vegetarian, and most dishes on the daily buffet are vegetarian. |
Robeks 1063 West Broad St. Falls Church, Va. 703-538-4111
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Sunflower Vegetarian RestaurantV  6304 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, Va. 703-237-3888
crystalsunflower.com |
All-vegetarian restaurant specializing in creative Asian cuisine. The homemade daikon radish cake and fried "chicken" appetizers are local favorites. Also serves a variety of noodles, soups, macrobiotic and soy dishes, as well as delicious vegan desserts. |
Thai Spice 6395 Seven Corners Ctr. Falls Church, Va. 703-533-9480 |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian section with all dishes completely vegan. Priced from $7.95 to $10.95. |
Thanh Son Tofu 6793A Wilson Blvd. Falls Church, Va. 703-534-1202 |
Vietnamese restaurant offering several vegetarian and vegan items, including homemade tofu and soy milk and a number of sticky rice dishes. Three pieces of tofu are just $1.00. Vegan pudding available for dessert. |
Viet Bistro 6799 Wilson Blvd., #11 Falls Church, Va. 703-538-7575 |
Vietnamese restaurant located in the Eden Center, with a separate vegetarian menu offering 14 items, all of which are vegan except the pan fried noodles. |
zpizza 1051 West Broad St. Falls Church, Va. 703-536-6969
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Herndon |
A Taste of the World 283 Sunset Park Dr. Herndon, Va. 703-471-2017
atasteoftheworld.net |
This "exotic fusion" restaurant includes Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Vegetarian dishes, many of which are vegan, are clearly marked. The menu notes that some Asian dishes are made with fish sauce. Be sure to ask—they proudly cater to vegetarian requests. |
Chipotle 1144 Elden St. Herndon, Va. 703-435-3325
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chutney’s VegetarianV 2415-B5 Centreville Rd. Herndon, Va. 703-793-9876 |
A small, all-vegetarian South Indian restaurant serving mostly inexpensive appetizer-type foods such as dosas, utappam, and vada. Some dishes are made with yogurt or butter, so be sure to ask. |
Hard Times Cafe 428 Elden St. Herndon, Va. 703-318-8941
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. |
Minerva Cuisine 2443-G1 Centreville Rd. Herndon, Va. 703-793-3223
minervacuisine.com |
Indian restaurant with large vegetarian section on the menu, including many vegan options. Make sure to specify no ghee. |
Moe’s Southwest Grill 2315 Woodlands Crossing Dr. Herndon, Va. 703-796-6637
moes.com |
This inexpensive Tex-Mex chain offers delicious burritos, fajitas, and tacos with tofu and vegan guacamole. Priced under $7.00. Be sure to specify no cheese and no sour cream.
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Pei Wei Asian Diner 2338 Woodland Crossing Dr. Herndon, Va. 703-251-0090
peiwei.com |
Asian cuisine with several vegetarian selections. You can substitute tofu in most meat dishes. |
Robeks 1142 Elden St. Herndon, Va. 703-707-8111
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Saigon Pho Style 281 Sunset Park Dr. Herndon, Va. 866-428-5401 |
Vietnamese cuisine with a dozen vegetarian options, including many mock meat dishes such as caramelized veggie shrimp. |
Tortilla Factory 648 Elden St. Herndon, Va. 703-471-1156
thetortillafactory.com |
Mexican restaurant with a wide array of vegetarian selections, all clearly marked. Try the vegetable tamale or the 1/2 pound vegetable Fajita Fiesta. Most items may be ordered without cheese or sour cream, and the guacamole is vegan. |
Warka Ethiopian Restaurant 275 Sunset Park Dr. Herndon, Va. 703-435-2166
warkarestaurant.com |
Ethiopian cuisine offering many vegetarian dishes and combinations. Closed on Sunday. |
zpizza 2320-C Woodland Crossing Dr. Herndon, Va. 703-481-6580
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Manassas |
Noodles & Company 9646 Liberia Ave Manassas, Va. 703-393-9998
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
Red Robin 9665 Liberia Avenue Manassas, Va. 703-393-7233
redrobin.com |
Make almost any of the burgers vegan by substituting a vegan patty and requesting no cheese or mayo. Customize your burger with toppings such as avocado, balsamic marinated tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms and onions, fajita vegetables, grilled pineapple, and more! Some locations also have a vegan veggie rice bowl. |
Zabb Thai Restaurant 11010 Sudley Manor Dr. Manassas, Va. 703-392-9222
zabbrestaurant.com |
Thai restaurant offering vegetarian and vegan menu options. Most vegetarian menu items can be made vegan upon request. |
| McLean |
Busara 8142 Watson St. McLean, Va. 703-356-2288
busara.com |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
Chipotle 8092 Tysons Corner Ctr. McLean, Va. 703-288-3890
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Lebanese Taverna 1840 International Dr. McLean, Va. 703-847-5244
lebanesetaverna.com |
Offers more than 20 vegetarian dishes, including delicious kabobs. |
P.F. Chang’s 1716M International Dr. McLean, Va. 703-734-8996
pfchangs.com |
Asian cuisine with a separate vegan menu. Visit PFChangs.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
The Perfect Pita 8280 Greensboro Dr. McLean, Va. 703-448-PITA
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
Taste of Saigon 8201 Greensboro Dr. McLean, Va. 703-790-0700
tasteofsaigon.com |
This "exotic fusion" restaurant includes Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Vegetarian dishes, many of which are vegan, are clearly marked. Note some dishes are made with fish sauce. |
| Reston |
Busara 11964 Market St. Reston, Va. 703-435-4188
busara.com |
Thai restaurant with a separate vegetarian section on the menu. Be sure to specify no fish sauce. |
Chipotle 12150 Sunset Hills Rd. Reston, Va. 703-435-0888
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Lakeside Asia Café 11130-J S. Lakes Dr. Reston, Va. 703-391-9070
lakesideasiacafe.com |
Pan-Asian restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu section and many vegan choices, including Basil Eggplant, Bamboo Shoots with Tofu Wrapper, and Malaysian Tofu Casserole. |
Mama Wok 12022 North Shore Dr. Reston, Va. 703-689-9968
mamawokva.com |
Offers Chinese cuisine and sushi, in a contemporary and comfortable atmosphere. Most of the vegetarian items are vegan, but be sure to request no fish sauce. Features a number of fresh Chinese vegetables available on the "Chinese Special" section of the menu. |
The Perfect Pita 1835 Alexander Bell Dr. Reston, Va. 703-264-2200
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
Robeks 1835 Fountain Dr. Reston, Va. 703-797-7755
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
| Rosslyn |
Chipotle 1735 N. Lynn St. Rosslyn, Va. 703-294-6669
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. Located near the Rosslyn Metro station. |
| Springfield |
The Asian Grill 6228-A Rolling Rd. Springfield, Va. 703-569-4800 |
Chinese restaurant offering a vegan menu with "beef" and "chicken," served with your choice of nine delicious spicy, sweet and savory sauces, including Thai basil, black pepper, orange or Jung Pao. |
Hard Times Cafe 6362 Springfield Plz. Springfield, Va. 703-913-5600
hardtimes.com |
Relaxed restaurant renowned for its fantastic, homemade vegan chili with soy protein. The veggie burgers are made with egg whites, however. Priced under $7.00. |
Hunan West 8938 Burke Lake Rd. Springfield, Va. 703-425-1703 |
Delicious vegetarian "meat" and Chinese vegetable dishes, including lemon "chicken" and Chinese eggplant in hot garlic sauce. |
The Perfect Pita 7653 Fullerton Rd. Springfield, Va. 703-644-0004
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
zpizza 6699-B Frontier Dr. Springfield, Va. 703-313-8181
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Sterling |
Chipotle 21031 Tripleseven Rd., Ste. 190 Sterling, Va. 703-421-5079
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
Chopsticks House 46900 Cedar Lake Plz., #140 Sterling, Va. 703-433-6688 |
Offers several vegetarian dishes including vegetarian chicken, beef, and shrimp. |
Robeks 21012 Southbank St. Sterling, Va. 703-444-0920
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Robeks 22035 Dulles Retail Plz. Sterling, Va. 703-444-2611
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
zpizza 22000 Dulles Retail Plz. # 154 Sterling, Va. 703-433-1313
zpizza.com |
Serving brick-oven pizza made with vegan cheese and veggie meat crumbles. Try the "Berkeley Vegan" Pizza or make your own. Vegan, gluten-free crust also available! |
| Vienna |
Amma Vegetarian KitchenV 344-A Maple Ave., E. (Rte. 123) Vienna, Va. 703-938-5328
ammavegkitchen.com |
All-vegetarian, Indian restaurant offering inexpensive meals. The house special includes three curries, rice, bread, and dessert. |
Chipotle 213 Maple Ave., E. Vienna, Va. 703-255-1100
chipotle.com |
Inexpensive Tex-Mex fast food restaurant with burritos and bowls of black beans, rice, vegan guacamole, grilled vegetables and several salsas. The pinto beans are not vegetarian. |
East Chateau 146 Maple Ave., W. Vienna, Va. 703-255-2588 |
Chinese restaurant featuring over 20 vegetarian dishes including vegetarian beef, chicken, pork, and shrimp. |
Noodles & Company 201 Maple Ave., E. Vienna, Va. 703-281-6544
noodles.com |
Inexpensive noodle house serving many vegetarian dishes, with most vegan as-is. Most non-vegan entrées can easily be made vegan upon request. |
The Perfect Pita 8605 Westwood Center Dr. Vienna, Va. 703-288-3010
theperfectpita.com |
Mediterranean fast food restaurant offering delicious varieties of hummus, white bean salad, tabouli and vegetarian pita sandwiches. NOTE: Their hummus contains feta cheese. |
Robeks 8359 Leesburg Pike Vienna, Va. 703-883-3886
robeks.com |
This smoothie chain offers many made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices. Some locations serve a tofu wrap and most offer vegan cookies. Visit Robeks.com for more locations in the D.C.-Metro area. |
Sunflower Vegetarian RestaurantV  2531 Chain Bridge Rd. Vienna, Va. 703-319-3888
crystalsunflower.com |
All-vegetarian restaurant specializing in creative Asian cuisine. The homemade daikon radish cake and fried "chicken" appetizers are local favorites. Also serves a variety of noodles, soups, macrobiotic and soy dishes, as well as delicious vegan desserts. |
Tequila Grande 444 Maple Ave., W. Vienna, Va. 703-255-5933
tequilagrande.com |
Mexican restaurant with a separate vegetarian menu section, including burritos and vegetable, mango, and mushroom fajitas. Most items may be ordered without cheese or sour cream. Note that the guacamole is not vegan. |
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