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1. Nami
I don't even know how many times I've been to Nami since it opened. It really doesn't matter that it's 30 minutes away from my house... I make up reasons to go weekly.
An update on the "Here's what we ordered" section:
1. Cinnamon roll -
A classic. They…More »
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10/7/2011
A 100% vegan bakery in Central Phoenix? Dear God. All at once, I'm infuriated and relieved that it's… Read more »
2. Green
Anyone who asks, "are you a vegan to lose weight?" should come to Green and eat their words. And everything else.
In fact, I usually end up at Green with non-vegetarian friends because they claim that it's "Food you can eat that I actually like."…More »
3. Green New American Vegetarian
Another Green? You mean, we don't all have to eat at Green in Tempe everyday? Vegans, scatter!
To be fair, this location doesn't have the super-customized hipster vibes of the original Green, as in, there aren't painted car doors lining the walls,…More »
4. Fresh Mint
First off, let's give some praise to the concept: A vegan, vietnamese-style, Kosher restaurant? That's the coolest thing I've heard since someone explained nonstick frying pans to me. Unfortunately, the service can be a bit slow, and a bit weird, but…More »
5. Conspire
Warning: If you've ever been called a "cracker", consider yourself strongly Republican, have excellent hygiene, or are highly carnivorous, leave now. Just go. I'll wait.
For whoever is left, here's the deal: This is a totally-indie-hipster-vegan-ch…More »
6. Loving Hut
This is, hands-down, the most uncomfortably stark, awkward,1980's hospital-esque diner I've ever stumbled upon in my life.
The food was tasty and the menu is more varied than any other vegan restaurant in town... but somehow, that doesn't cut it. I…More »
7. Pomegranate Cafe
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 706-7472
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Breakfast & Brunch,
Vegan
So... I think Pomegranate and I might have more than a spring fling. I don't want to jinx it, but this could be really serious. I introduced Pomegranate to my mom, my best friends, and even my current boyfriend, but everyone agrees, they can see me…More »
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4/3/2012
I immediately surpassed the standard, mildly enthused, "ooh's" and "ahh's" that accompany trying a… Read more »
8. 24 Carrots Juice Bar & Cafe
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 753-4411
Categories:
Juice Bars & Smoothies,
Vegan,
Live/Raw Food
I have never had an over-the-top and deliciously decadent breakfast that doesn't leave me feeling guilty, nauseated or sleepy afterwards.... until now.
Victory was delivered in the form of carrot cake pancakes. They are, for lack of better…More »
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4/2/2012
Two vegans and two vegetarians waltzed into 24 carrots at about 7 p.m., chattering about facetious… Read more »
9. Chakra 4 Vegetarian Restaurant
The fact that there's a hippy-dippy herb and tea house that seems like it's straight out of Sedona, smack dab in a shopping center in Phoenix, never fails to surprise and impress me.
Chakra 4 offers a totally unique experience. It's not strictly…More »
10. Healthy Habits
They have chia seeds.
They sell raw cacao powder.
There are 11 kinds of nut butter.
Homeopathic remedies line the walls.
If any of that gets you...
a) inspired
b) excited
c) slightly hot and bothered
...then definitely go.
Now, if you have no idea what I…More »
11. Persian Garden Cafe
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 263-1915
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Mediterranean,
Persian/Iranian
This food was so good, I'm not even mad that Persia no longer exists. Persian Garden Cafe is enough for me.
First off, there's plenty of meat and seafood on the menu - but - everything can be made vegan. That's right. You can all come out of hiding…More »
12. Lalibela Ethiopian Cafe
This is a carnivore, herbivore and omnivore's mutual heaven. As long as you enjoy flavor, you'll enjoy Lalibela's. We ordered the vegetarian platter, which comfortably fed four of us (and allowed for some mindless stew-stained injera noshing…More »
13. That's a Wrap
Vegheads and carnivores alike, rejoice! Even though just about every item on the menu comes with some variety of meat, they can all be substituted with grilled tofu. Even though there's only one standard vegetarian wrap available (the Veggie…More »
14. Nourish
The philosophy is admirable, and it's great that valley has a food-allergy friendly joint like this... but if you do have food restrictions, you probably know how to cook for yourself. Assuming you can do that, many of the dishes at Nourish are the…More »
15. D'lish
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(480) 247-8537
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch,
Sandwiches
If someone asked me my deepest desire while I was sleeping, there's a 94% chance that I'd mumble "The House-Style Veggie Burger with grilled onions instead of feta, please".
It's been about a month since I had the pleasure of ravaging this for lunch,…More »
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10/7/2011
A restaurant that can please my dairy/meat-free, foodie self... my timid, white friends... and my… Read more »
16. Thai Basil
As someone suffering from terrible portion control-itis, Thai food usually has the magical ability to make me sick. With it's signature Americanized heavy sauces and entree portions that could feed a small village, disaster seems to be lurking in the…More »
17. frufrupops
Never have I so passionately wanted to run into a grocery with a baseball bat, head for the 'frozen novelties' and just smash everything into obliteration. Actually, I've never wanted to that before at all. How quickly things change.
And, how dare…More »
18. Hula's Modern Tiki
I would do bad things for a plate of Hula's Jerk fish.
(It can also be made with tofu, chicken or pork)
I'd probably lick their jerk sauce off of an old shoe.
I'd share a johnny cake with a prison inmate if it meant I got to eat the other half.
I'd go…More »
19. La Grande Orange Grocery
To all the carnivores who have been scarred by vegetarian friends brutally forcing you to "just try a bite" of a rubbery Boca burger or flavorless beans-n'-sh*t burger, know that there is hope for you yet.
LGO has perfected the veggie burger. The…More »
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9/14/2011
First off, thank god for somewhere in the area where a veggie burger is under $12. THANK GOD.… Read more »
20. True Food Kitchen
Thank you, True Food, for making my difficult like decisions go something like this:
How does one decide between a summery, warm strawberry-rhubarb crisp with oat and brown sugar topping a la mode (maple ice cream, of course) or a huge bowl of rich,…More »
21. Pita Jungle
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 955-7482
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Mediterranean,
American (New)
Every plate is designed to feed one Ork or two humans. Remember this as you enjoy your Americanized Middle Eastern goodness.
22. Middle Eastern Bakery & Deli
Since you probably don't know what to expect... here's what to expect:
Vibes: The owners are exceptionally sweet and friendly (As in, free lemonade and halva cake?! What the deuce!) There's no strong overwhelming Arab or Israeli influence, just a…More »
23. True Food Kitchen
The Good:
The atmosphere is bright, lively, and hipster-Toms wearers-modern-organic bitchin' open kitchen-tastic. Service... incredible. I literally made up a burrito by just naming random things off of the menu, and they made it flawlessly.
The Fine:
…More »
24. Pizza People Food Truck
I ran off into the night, hair flying, hands clutching both sides of the paper plate. I'd ordered from Pizza People before; my date had not. Ideally, I'd never let him.
The perfectly crisp gluten-free crust, vegan cheese that tasted like rich white…More »
25. Short Leash Dogs
Heads up: If you're a vegetarian, don't expect some epic veggie dog. They focus more on the quality of the real meats. It's not bad, it's just kind of measly and you could probably microwave it at home from a package.
That being said, don't be…More »
26. Rice Paper
Mmmm tempura shrimp and peanut sauce? Soft shell crab and miso ginger sauce? Maybe it's just because I love crunchy, fried bottom-feeders and awesome sauces.... but Rice Paper provides them both at a price I can afford, and so to you all on 7th I…More »
27. The Breadfruit
Dear Breadfruit,
You would be worthy of four stars if you were not so utterly overpriced.
I will, however, always take you up on a slice a dat sweet potato pie.
And coffee, if you insist upon it.
Sincerely,
Rachel
28. The Herb Box
If you can mentally stomach paying $19 for a 'Vegan Nosh' plate, by all means, go for it... you're a better (wealthier) (wo)man than I. The salmon plate was good, but again, not worthy of the cost, or a sexier adjective than simply "good." In…More »
29. Seasons 52
Seasons 52 has a secret vegan menu! It's not particularly extensive, but at least they're aware that vegans are, in fact, not just the stuff of legend. They offer choices like ponzu-glazed tofu, cranberry almond tabouli, and farmer's market-esque…More »
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9/23/2011
Seasons 52 is enjoyable, but still mainstream enough to bring your cracker in-laws to without… Read more »
30. Sweet Republic
I can't give my full support to a place that reeks of snobbery and unsatisfactory ice cream. Don't get me wrong, it's DELICIOUS ice cream. But, instead of saying, "That hit the spot." afterwards, I (and my comrades) always end up saying something…More »
31. Smeeks
This is possibly the most entertaining store I've ever set foot in.
Every time I go to Smeek's, I'm drinking cream soda, wearing a finger tentacle, holding a bag full of vegan chocolate bars, and taking pictures in a photobooth, within minutes. Plus,…More »
32. Village Coffee Roastery
The almond milk latte is the best I ever had, best I ever had, best I ever had, I said it's the f**king best.
Sweat pants, hair tied, chillin' with no make up on, that's when it's the tastiest, I hope it don't take that wrong.
But in all seriousness,…More »
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11/3/2011
First off, the fact that there's an independent "coffee is actually our priority" kind of coffee… Read more »
33. Shish Kebob's and Gyros
After months of battling Israeli street food cravings and refusing to eat Middle Eastern food in the US, I finally gave in. This place was recommended to me by Israelis, so I figured an Israeli recommendation was the next best thing to eating actual…More »
34. Tottie's Asian Fusion
If you don't tell them to go easy on the sauce, they'll drown your food, and that healthy vegetable dish will become a bubbling tar pit of sodium and sugar.
The crispy tofu pad thai is delicious, and the soft shell crab curry is worthy of praise...…More »
35. Scratch Pastries & Bistro
Perhaps on your excursion to Scratch, you had a triple chocolate stomach ache or some sort of fruit tart mouthgasm in mind, which totally makes sense. It's basically the closest thing to a (euro-hipster) patisserie in town.
I, however, wanted a salmon…More »
36. St Francis Restaurant
Dim lighting. Fleet Foxes. Hipsters. Band of Horses. Benches that are less cushy than you anticipate them to be. The Shins. Black board specials, just because they look cool. Beirut. $13 vegetable dishes.
Intimidated yet? Fight through the angst.…More »
37. Revo Burrito
Why am I giving four stars to a place with veggie burritos worthy of only three?
Well.... EVERYTHING ABOUT REVO MADE ME HAPPY.
- Free chips and salsa galore. With free refills. Did I mention the word "free?"
- Friendly, spunky staff. I was indecisive…More »
39. Paletas Betty
AY. DIOS. MIO.
The Platano Paleta is a day-maker. There's caramel, creamy, frozen chunks of banana, and añejo rum all swirled together on one wooden stick. At least five different people asked me what I was eating and where they could get it as I…More »
40. Cafe Paris French Bistro & Catering
This place is both adorable AND affordable... I can't (and I won't) believe it's actually located in Scottsdale.
Cookies for $0.40. Fresh salad topped with a giant salmon fillet for $7.40. Paninis galore for $7.80. I know, this all sounds far too…More »
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