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

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Kansas

Lawrence

Community Mercantile Co-op

901 Iowa St., Lawrence, KS 66044

(785) 843-8544

Deli. Vegetarian options include veggie burgers, a salad bar, organic fruits and vegetables, breads, and more. Open Monday though Saturday. Closed Sunday. Full service, take-out, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, $-$$.

Overland Park

India Palace

9918 W. 87th St., Overland Park, KS 66212

(913) 381-1680

Indian. Feast on appetizers such as Aloo Takki (fried potato patties); main dishes such as Vegetarian Thali, Chana Masala (chick peas with tomatoes, onions, and spices), and Bhindi Masala (okra with onions, garlic, ginger, and spices); and a wide range of fresh-baked Indian breads. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Shawnee

Taste of India

6010 Niemon Rd., Shawnee, KS 66203

(913) 631-7876

Indian. Taste of India is a one-of-a-kind restaurant in the Kansas City area. They offer a daily lunch buffet. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, take-out, catering, reservations recommended, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Shawnee Mission

Shawnee Mission Medical Center

9100 W. 74th St., Shawnee Mission, KS 66201

(913) 676-2496

Hospital cafeteria. Many vegetarian entrées and side dishes are available every day at this cafeteria. Open daily. Cafeteria, take-out, $.

Wichita

Dinky Deli

2929 E. Central Ave., Wichita, KS 67214

(316) 683-6078

Natural foods. Try the "Tempeh-tation" or the totally non-dairy Tex-Mex Lasagna at this deli located inside a natural foods store. Open Monday through Friday for lunch. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, take-out, VISA/MC, $.

··Garden Grill Café

300 N. Main St., Wichita, KS 67202

(316) 978-9213

Vegan/French/gourmet. The entire menu at Garden Grill Café is vegan! They offer a delicious variety of salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and mock meat dishes, all for a quite affordable price. Enjoy Chipotle Bean Burritos, Mediterranean Grilled Portabello, or the Barbecue 'Beef' Sandwich. Cooking classes are available. Garden Grill is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Open Sunday for brunch. Open Monday and Tuesday for lunch. Open Wednesday and Thursday for lunch and dinner. Open Friday for lunch. Closed Saturday. Full service, take-out, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, VISA/MC, $-$$.

O'Naturals

1551 N. Rock Rd., Wichita, KS 67206

(316) 634-0222

Natural foods/organic. The focus at O'Naturals is on natural foods and organic ingredients. There are many vegetarian selections as well as some vegan options. Wi-Fi Internet access is available. O'Naturals is located in the Genesis Health Club at Rock Road and is open to the public. Open Monday through Friday for three meals. Open Saturday and Sunday for breakfast and lunch. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, catering, VISA/MC, $.

Tsunami Teriyaki

6254 E. 37th St., N. Ste. 180, Wichita, KS 67220

(316) 425-3866

Asian Fusion. Tsunami Teriyaki is an Asian eatery with very inexpensive food. Their vegan options include Salad Rolls with Tofu, Thai Basil Pepper, and Teriyaki Tofu Bowl. They even have a drive-thru window! Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, special beverages, VISA/MC, $.