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

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Delaware

Dover

El Sombrero

655 N. DuPont Hwy., Dover, DE 19901

(302) 678-9445

International. El Sombrero features a vegetarian menu with vegetable fajitas, lasagna, samosas, and other items. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer/alcohol, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Hockessin

Capriotti's

120 Lantana Square Shopping Center, Hockessin, DE 19707

(302) 234-2322

Deli. Capriotti's is more than just a regular deli; it features vegetarian options such as vegetarian turkey and ham hoagies, veggie burgers and hot dogs, and veggie tuna for subs and sandwiches. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, $.

Millsboro

Capriotti's

708 Long Neck Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966

(302) 945-4040

Deli. See description under Hockessin, DE.

New Castle

Capriotti's

708 W. Basin Rd., New Castle, DE 19720

(302) 322-6797

Deli. See description under Hockessin, DE.

Newark

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Hockessin, New Castle, and Wilmington.)

Capriotti's

614 Newark Shopping Center, Newark, DE 19711

(302) 454-0200

Deli. See description under Hockessin, DE.

Newark Co-Op

280 E. Main St., Newark, DE 19711

(302) 368-5894

Natural foods deli. This successful food co-op also offers a small deli where you can purchase pre-made cold salads and sandwiches. Open Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday. vegan options, take-out, $.

Sinclair's Café

177 E. Main St., Newark, DE 19711

(302) 368-7755

American. Sinclair's divides its lunch menu into selections for "Omnivores" and "Vegetarians." The vegetarian items include veggie burgers, Reubens, bean burritos, and a grilled cheddar and chutney sandwich. Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Full service, espresso/cappuccino, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $.

Rehoboth Beach

GreenMan Juice Bar & Bistro

12 Wilmington Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

(302) 227-4909

Natural foods/organic/juice bar. Located close to the Boardwalk, GreenMan serves whole foods made from scratch with no preservatives. They also boast a full-service juice and smoothie bar. Choose from a variety of breakfast items, salads, gourmet sandwiches, and bistro grills; you can always request that they hold the cheese and mayo. Relish the GreenMan Tofu Scramble, a tasty hash of non-GMO tofu, fresh organic vegetables, and hearty red potatoes, served with tomato salsa; get it as a wrap or with wheatberry toast or whole wheat bagel. Or try the Black Bean and Quinoa Salad (tender limas and black beans, sweet corn, scallions, and diced red pepper, served over organic quinoa, drizzled with curry vinaigrette, and garnished with luscious mango). Hours may change seasonally, so please call ahead. Open Wednesday through Monday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Tuesday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, smoothies, soymilk, $.

Hobos Restaurant & Bar

56 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

(302) 226-2226

International. Hobos Restaurant & Bar celebrates street food from around the world with a focus on organic and locally-grown produce. Try veggie items like the Buffalo Seitan Hoagie, Vegan Veggie Burger, or Eggplant Cassoulet. Open year-round, Hobos features live music, local artwork, and alfresco dining on their outdoor patio. Dinner reservations are recommended. Open daily for lunch and dinner through late night service. Full service, vegan options, take-out, delivery, catering, beer/wine/alcohol, VISA/MC/DISC, $$-$$$.

Planet X Café

35 Wilmington Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

(302) 226-1928

Eclectic. Planet X Café is a unique restaurant experience with funky and eclectic décor and an ever-changing menu. Using organic, locally-sourced, and seasonal ingredients, many dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan (these are noted on the menu). Planet X also has their own cocktail bar, the Buddha Bar, which offers organic wines. Open daily for dinner through late night. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, beer/wine/alcohol, special beverages, VISA/MC, $$-$$$.

Wilmington

Capriotti's

2124 Silverside Rd., Barba Plaza, Wilmington, DE 19810

(302) 479-9818

510 N. Union St., Wilmington, DE 19810

(302) 571-8929

Deli. See description under Hockessin, DE.