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

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Florida

Altamonte Springs

Bangkok Restaurant

260 Douglas Ave., Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

(407) 788-2685

Thai. Be sure to request their vegetarian menu, and you'll find six vegetarian Thai entrées. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, take-out, $$.

Kohinoor

The Village Shoppes, 249 W. Hwy. 436, #1093, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

(407) 788-6004

Indian. This Indian restaurant offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes, including a puréed vegetable soup with spices and lentil soup; vegetable samosas; various chutneys; Indian breads; and more than ten entrées. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, $$.

Big Pine Key

Good Food Conspiracy

US 1 Mile Marker 30.2, Big Pine Key, FL 33043

(305) 872-3945

Natural foods. The next time you find yourself driving in the Florida Keys, be certain to stop at this natural foods market and juice bar. Dine on vegetarian soups, pita sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and more. Open daily for three meals. Full service, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Boca Raton

Bombay Café

628 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

(561) 750-5299

Indian. Bombay Café offers cheap, delicious Indian-style vegetarian dishes and some vegan options as well. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, reservations not needed, take-out, catering, VISA, $.

Eilat Café

6853 SW 18th St., Boca Raton, FL 33433

(407) 368-6880

Mediterranean. Eilat Café offers a wide variety of Middle Eastern- and Italian-style dishes, including falafel, hummus, Turkish salad, pasta dishes, and gourmet pizza. This is a kosher establishment. Open Sunday through Thursday for lunch and dinner. Open Friday for lunch. Open Saturday after sundown for dinner. vegan options, take-out, $$.

•• Maoz Vegetarian

Town Center, 6000 Glades Rd. #1176, Boca Raton, FL 33431

(561) 393-6269

Vegetarian. Maoz is a mostly vegan restaurant. Each meal is served with chips and juice. One of the most highly recommended items on the menu is the falafel. The restaurant originated in Holland and is vegetarian for ethical reasons. Maoz is located in the food court in the Town Center at Boca Raton. Cash only. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for lunch and early dinner. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, $$.

Pine Garden Restaurant

1668 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, FL 33432

(561) 395-7534

Chinese. Pine Garden offers a different menu for their vegetarian customers with dishes made from seitan, tempeh, and tofu. These include Cantonese Steak, Veggie Ham with Assorted Vegetables in Szechuan or Black Bean Sauce, Aromatic Jade Soy Chicken or Gluten Beef, and Honey Walnut Soy Chicken. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, beer/wine, non-smoking, VISA/MC/DISC, $$.

Whole Foods Market

1400 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

(561) 447-0000

Natural foods store/deli. This natural foods café offers soups, pizza made with a whole-wheat crust, sandwiches, veggie burgers, steamed vegetables with rice, a macro platter, burritos, plus many other daily specials. Open daily for three meals. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, catering, wine/beer/alcohol, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

Bonita Springs

For Goodness Sake

9118 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs, FL 34135

(239) 992-5838

Natural foods deli. For Goodness Sake offers sandwiches, salads, and a soup du jour that is almost always vegan. Popular items include a sunshine burger, a barbeque tempeh burger, and eggless salad. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for lunch. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Clearwater

Bunny Hop Café

Nature's Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, FL 33775

(727) 443-6703

Natural foods deli. Located inside Nature's Food Patch, the Bunny Hop Caf? serves vegetarian and vegan dishes. Salad bar, veggie burgers, stir-fries, smoothies, desserts, and more are offered. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for brunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, take-out, VISA/MC, $-$$.

Lonni's Sandwiches, Etc.

601 Cleveland St., Clearwater, FL 33755

(727) 441-8044

Natural foods. This restaurant offers several vegetarian options, including Wild Rice Soup, sandwiches, salads, and more. Open Monday through Friday for lunch. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Counter service, take-out, catering, $$.

Thai Basil

4445 E. Bay Dr., Clearwater, FL 33764

(727) 532-6108

Thai. A favorite of area vegetarians, this restaurant offers appetizers and entrées made with mixed vegetables, tofu, rice noodles, and/or rice. Sometimes, it also has interesting desserts, such as fried bananas drizzled with raspberry sauce. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday for dinner only. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, beer/wine, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

Cocoa

Gardener's Cottage Natural Kitchen

902 Florida Ave., Cocoa, FL 32922

(321) 631-2030

Natural foods. Gardener's Cottage is a health mercantile as well as a natural kitchen offering antique nutrition books, garden gifts, and much more. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and early dinner. Open Saturday for lunch only. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, smoothies, soymilk, VISA/MC, $.

Coconut Grove

The Last Carrot

3133 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133

(305) 445-0805

Natural foods. Sandwiches, spinach pies, salads, and various fresh juices and smoothies are served. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Counter service, vegan options, fresh juices, take-out, cash only, $.

Destin

Royal Orchid

11275 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, FL 32550

(850) 650-2555

Thai. Located beside Seascape Golf Course, Royal Orchid offers an exotic menu, including a separate section with over nine vegetarian entrées. For a delicious experience, try Pad-Pak Tofu with a Cucumber Salad. Open Monday through Thursday for lunch and dinner. Open Friday through Sunday for dinner only. Full service, vegan options, take-out, $-$$.

Dunedin

Casa Tina Gourmet Mexican and Vegetarian Cuisine

369 Main St., Dunedin, FL 34698

(727) 734-9226

Mexican. Most of the dishes at this award-winning restaurant are available vegetarian or vegan style. No lard or animal stock is used in any sauces or beans. "Tampa Bay Magazine" has consistently voted this the best Mexican restaurant. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch through late night service. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, wine/beer, non-alcoholic wine/beer, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$-$$$.

Lonni's Sandwiches, Etc.

1153 Main St., Dunedin, FL 34698

(727) 734-0121

Natural foods. See description under Clearwater, FL. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch only.

Fern Park

Ole Gourmet

7800 S US Hwy 17-92 Suite 194, Fern Park, FL 32730

(407) 834-7653

Middle Eastern. This Israeli café is very vegetarian and vegan friendly. Options include falafel, hummus, tabouli, pizza, pasta, and salads. Ole Gourmet offers Mexican, Italian, and American dishes. Everything is certified kosher. Open Sunday through Thursday for three meals. Closed Friday. Open Saturday one hour after dark. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, non-alcoholic beverages, espresso/cappuccino, smoothies, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$.

Fernandina Beach

Lanna Thai Cuisine

474260 E. State Road 200, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

(904) 321-0255

Thai. Lanna Thai Cuisine offers a lot of choices for vegetarians and vegans and the staff is very accommodating. Tofu is an option for many dishes and most items can be made vegan upon request. Try their dish called 'Amazing.' It is steamed broccoli with Thai peanut sauce. Please note that Lanna Thai Cuisine is closed between lunch and dinner so call ahead for hours. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC, $-$$.

Fort Lauderdale

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Boca Raton and Hollywood.)

Bombay Café

3060 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

(954) 568-0600

Indian. See description under Boca Raton, FL.

Royal India

3801 Griffin Rd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

(954) 964-0071

Indian. Royal India, while not a vegetarian restaurant, has an extensive vegetarian menu section with many vegan dishes. The Bombay Aloo (potato cooked in spices & tomato sauce), Chana Masala (chickpeas cooked with fresh onion & tomato), and Baingan Bhartha (eggplant barbecued in a Tandoori oven and then mashed and garnished with fresh onion, tomato, peas, & herbs) are always good choices. Don't miss their daily lunch buffet. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, espresso/cappuccino, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$$.

•• Sublime Restaurant & Bar §

1431 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

(954) 539-9000

Vegan/contemporary. Sublime offers the ultimate in upscale vegan dining in a fresh, chic setting where you might even spot a celebrity! Organic ingredients are used whenever possible and the menu includes sushi, brick-oven pizzas, salads, pastas, and entrées. As if the delicious food and beautiful ambience aren't enough reason to go to Sublime, there's the added incentive of knowing that all profits from the restaurant go to animal welfare organizations. Reservations recommended. Open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, take-out, catering, fresh juices, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, wine/beer/alcohol, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$-$$$.

Whole Foods Market

2000 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

(954) 565-5655

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Boca Raton, FL.

•• Woodlands Pure Vegetarian Indian Cuisine

4816 N. University Dr., Lauderhill, FL 33351

(954) 749-3221

Vegetarian/Indian. Woodlands Pure Vegetarian Indian Cuisine specializes in South Indian all-vegetarian food. They offer an extensive menu that includes appetizers, dosas, uthappam (Indian-style pancakes), pullavs (rice specialties), curries, and breads. On weekdays, stop in for their popular lunch buffet. Unlike the Orlando location, Woodlands in Fort Lauderdale is closed on weekdays between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, special beverages, VISA/MC, $$.

Fort Myers

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Bonita Springs.)

Thai Gardens

7091-15 College Pkwy., Fort Myers, FL 33907

(813) 275-0999

Thai. Several vegetarian entrées including Vegetable Curry, Sautéed Vegetables with Bean Curd, Veggie Fried Rice, and more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $.

Gainesville

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see High Springs.)

•• Book Lover's Café

505 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601

(352) 384-0090

Vegetarian café. Books Inc. and Book Lover's Café includes a used & new bookstore and an all-vegetarian café. Enjoy sandwiches, salads, Their slogan is "Come for the books, Stay for the food." They are located five blocks from the University of Florida. has an extensive selection of vegan desserts. Their entrées include Vegan Lasagna and Sage Lentil Loaf. This café, located inside the used bookstore Books, Inc., serves vegetarian soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrées. There are also vegan muffins and pies. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, smoothies, fresh juices, special beverages, $-$$.

Chop Stix Café

3500 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608

(352) 367-0003

Japanese. Chop Stix Café offers vegetarian sushi and other Pan Asian favorites, such as Thai Curry Fried Tofu. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, catering, take-out, smoothies, $-$$.

Hollywood

•• Gourmet Greenhouse Restaurant

5809 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, FL 33021

(954) 518-0551

Vegan/raw foods. Gourmet Greenhouse offers healthy and delicious raw vegan cuisine. Try the Shredded BBQ 'Pork' Sandwich, Quinoa Stuffed Peppers, or Yellow Squash Spaghetti and Almond/Flax Meatballs. They also have unique soups (such as Cream of Pumpkin and Cream of Strawberry), salads, and vegan desserts. Be sure to check out the Vegetarian Trivia on their website; if you know the answer, you will get a discount! Open Monday through Saturday for lunch. Closed Sunday. Full service, take-out, catering, fresh juices, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$.

JP Bistro

5650 Stirling Rd., #16, Hollywood, FL 33021

(954) 964-6811

Kosher dairy. This family eatery has many vegetarian options. JP Bistro is located in Emerald Center Plaza. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for brunch. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$-$$$.

Sara's

3944 N. 46th Ave., Hollywood, FL 33021

(954) 986-1770

Kosher. This kosher dairy restaurant offers a wide selection of vegetarian dishes, including fake "meat" dishes, quiche, pizza, salads, sandwiches, Middle Eastern platters, and more. Open Sunday through Thursday for three meals. Open Friday for breakfast and lunch. Open Saturday for late dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, wine/beer, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$.

Indian Rocks Beach

Thai-Pan Alley

2300 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785

(727) 593-3663

Thai. Choose your level of spiciness, from no stars to five stars, for the Vegetable Deluxe, Vegetable Curry, Veggie Pad Thai, Veggie Fried Rice, or one of the several other dishes that can be prepared without meat. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner only. Full service, take-out, VISA/MC, $.

Jacksonville

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Orange Park.)

Health Shoppe

12620-16 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32257

(904) 641-4410

Natural foods. Veggie sandwiches, including a tofu Reuben, hummus, and veggie burger, are offered, as well as various salads. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch. Closed Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, $.

•• Heartworks Gallery & Café

820 Lomax St., Jacksonville, FL 32204

(904) 355-6210

Vegetarian. Heartworks is often voted the best vegetarian restaurant in Jacksonville. Their affordable lunch menu includes the carrot dog, vegetable pizza, black bean burritos, vegetarian lasagna, the soup de jour, and daily specials. Dinner includes a rotating menu of gourmet entrées, while Sunday brunch includes fresh-fruit pancakes and spinach-omelet pies. They also offer vegan pastries. Open Monday through Wednesday for lunch. Open Thursday and Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday for lunch. Open Sunday for brunch. Full service, vegan options, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, reservations required for large groups, no credit cards, $-$$$.

Jacksonville Beach

J&E Food Company

1409 S. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

(904) 247-9911

Deli/bakery. J&E has a nice selection of vegetarian and vegan options including a variety of vegan baked goods. From the blackened tofu wrap to the hummus sandwich, J&E offers inexpensive but delicious eats. Open Monday through Friday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, VISA/MC, $.

Key West

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Big Pine Key.)

•• Sugar Apple Juice Bar and Veggie Deli

917 Simonton St., Key West, FL 33040

(305) 292-0043

Vegan. Take-out a wide range of delicious vegetarian fare and fresh juices from this establishment, located in a natural foods store. Enjoy tempeh sandwiches, veggie burgers, baked tofu, barbecued tofu, tofu lasagna, plus much more at reasonable prices. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch. Closed Sunday. Take-out, fresh juices, $-$$.

Thai Cuisine

513 Greene St., Key West, FL 33040

(305) 294-9424

Thai. About a dozen vegetarian options are available on their menu, including Pad Thai, vegetarian spring rolls, fried tofu, soups, vegetable curry dishes, and noodle dishes. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, take-out, VISA/MC, $$.

•• The Café

509 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040

(305) 296-5515

Vegetarian. One reader called this funky yet quaint establishment "a must for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike." The menu, which is half vegan, includes grilled portobello mushroom salads, handmade spring rolls, vegan BBQ wings, great homemade veggie burgers, stir-fies, and much more. The service is excellent, and there is live music on Thursday nights. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine, take-out, delivery, VISA/MC, $$.

Lake Worth

•• The Soma Center Café

609 Lake Ave., Lake Worth, FL 33460

(561) 296-9949

Vegan/raw foods/organic. The Soma Center Café is located within the Soma Center, which offers yoga classes and other community events. The café uses organic ingredients whenever possible. Try the raw pizza made with dehydrated veggie nut and herb cheeses and follow it with a freshly-made vegan dessert and some fair-trade coffee. Free wireless Internet is available within the Center. Open daily for three meals. Limited service, take-out, delivery, catering, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, beer/wine/alcohol, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$$.

Lakeland

•• Grass Root Organic Restaurant

1212 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland, FL 33803

(863) 603-7668

Vegetarian/organic/raw foods. Grass Root Organic Restaurant offers vegetarian (& mostly vegan) organic raw foods in a comfortable setting. Try the Nott Dogg, Ginger Chick-un, or Everybody Loves Ramen soup. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, smoothies, fresh juices, wine, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Largo

Pioneer Natural Foods

12788 Indian Rocks Rd., Largo, FL 33774

(727) 596-6600

Natural foods. This deli and juice bar offers vegetarian sandwiches, salads, and hot dishes. The hummus sandwich comes highly recommended. Open daily for three meals. Counter service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX, $.

•• Sai Indian Restaurant

1300 E. Bay Dr., Largo, FL 33771

(727) 559-7005

Vegan/Indian. This affordable restaurant serves traditional southern Indian foods, including Indian pancakes, utthapam, curries, and breads. They also offer a buffet for approximately $6 per person. Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday. Full service, take-out, VISA/MC/DISC, $.

The Health Nut Café

The Health Nut Natural Foods & Supplements, 11883 Indian Rocks Rd., Largo, FL 33774

(727) 517-7442

Natural foods deli. The Health Nut Café, located inside the Health Nut Natural Foods Store, offers organic salads, lunches, take-out dishes, and more. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for brunch. Deli-style, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $.

Tum Nuk Thai

11002 Seminole Blvd., Largo, FL 33778

(727) 397-7759

Thai. This restaurant has a good selection of vegetarian, macrobiotic, and vegan entrées. Offerings include Sautéed Mixed Vegetables, Sautéed Bean Curd with Mixed Vegetables, Panang Curry, and Siam Tofu with Thai Chili Sauce. The Amazing Eggplant is highly recommended. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. Full service, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC/DISC/DC, $$.

Longwood

Ali Baba

1155 W. St. Rd. 434, Longwood, FL 32750

(407) 331-8680

Middle Eastern. Ali Baba has been consistently voted the best Middle Eastern restaurant in Central Florida. They have a separate vegetarian menu which includes Falafel, Hummus, and Dolmehs. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, beer/wine, VISA/MC, $-$$.

•• Udipi Café

1275 S. Hwy. 17-92, Longwood, FL 32750

(407) 696-7775

Vegetarian/Indian. Sample different vegetarian Indian dishes from the lunch buffet and enjoy traditional South Indian beverages such as the mango lassi, masala tea, or badam (almond) milkshake. Open daily for lunch buffet and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX, $-$$.

Miami

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Coconut Grove, Hollywood, Miami Beach, North Miami, and North Miami Beach.)

•• Garden Eat'in

136 NW 62nd St., Miami, FL 33150

(305) 754-8050

Vegan/Caribbean. Garden Eat'in has no set menu as customers choose from items on their steam table. Try the vegetable stew on top of plantains, organic blueberry waffles, or fresh-squeezed lemonade. This vegan Rastafarian Ital restaurant uses organic ingredients when available and has a juice bar. Located in Little Haiti, Garden Eat'in hosts drum circles and live jazz. Cash only. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, take-out, fresh juices, $-$$.

•• Govinda's

3220 Virginia St., Miami, FL 33133

(305) 445-8689

Vegetarian. This Hare Krishna-style restaurant serves mainly Indian cuisine but also Italian food and desserts. It is said to be an excellent value for the price. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, buffet, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $.

Granny Feelgood's

25 W. Flagler St., Miami, FL 33130

(305) 377-9600

Natural foods. Granny Feelgood's makes a special effort to offer the freshest, healthiest foods available. Organic produce is offered and the menu selections (sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts, and international entrées) emphasize low-fat, low-cholesterol, and low-sodium foods. Open Monday through Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, take-out, $.

•• Om Garden

379 SW 15th Rd., Miami, FL 33129

(305) 856-4433

Vegan/raw foods/organic. Om Garden offers vegan and organic foods in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Most dishes are raw, but cooked meals are available too. Enjoy Seven Seas Seaweed Salad, Galaxy Pizza (made with a chickpea base), Faithful Falafel, or Good Karma (their black bean burger). If you can't wait until they open in the morning, check out their Juice & Smoothie Window. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, take-out, delivery, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, espresso, special beverages, VISA/MC, $$.

•• Prana Health Food Vegetarian Restaurant

7293 NW 36th St., Miami, FL 33166

(305) 594-6966

Vegetarian/natural foods. Prana serves up delicious and inexpensive holiday, party, and dessert trays of gourmet and ethnic foods. Foods are made fresh each day and include tofu dishes, soups, and curry. The restaurant offers cooking classes on some Sundays; call ahead to reserve a spot. You can eat your meal at the restaurant, either inside or out, or you can order delivery by phone or fax. The restaurant is located near the airport and includes a store that offers books, incense, and health food products. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, delivery, catering, fresh juices, VISA/MC, $.

•• The Honey Tree

5138 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33137

(305) 759-1696

Vegetarian. This vegetarian natural foods restaurant offers organic food whenever possible. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, non-smoking, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Miami Beach

Pacific Time

915 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, FL 33139

(305) 534-5979

Asian. If you find yourself in the South Miami Beach area and you're looking for an upscale restaurant that serves vegetarian options, you may want to try Pacific Time. Offerings include organic greens with tomatoes and herbs served with fennel bread; steamed asparagus with endive and yamabuki miso vinaigrette; sautéed Japanese eggplant and haricots with Thai red curry sauce; noodles with porcini shiitake mushrooms, artichokes, tomatoes, and blanched garlic in a miso/truffle broth; and sautéed steamed vegetables with rice. Open daily for dinner. Full service, vegan options, reservations recommended, fresh juices, espresso/cappuccino, non-alcoholic wine/beer, wine/beer/alcohol, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$$.

Miramar

•• Vegetarian Delight Juicebar

6060 Miramar Pkwy., Miramar, FL 33023

(954) 241-7402

Vegetarian/Caribbean. Vegetarian Delight occupies a small but bright space with limited seating. All food is cooked to order and daily specials are written on a small chalkboard by the register. Their foods are made of wheat gluten, soy protein, and/or tofu and almost everything is vegan. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Counter service, vegan options, take-out, fresh juices, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$.

Naples

For Goodness Sake

2464 Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Ext., Naples, FL 34109

(239) 597-0120

Natural foods deli. See description under Bonita Springs, FL.

Nature's Garden Organic Café & Market

2089 9th St. N., Naples, FL 34102

(239) 643-7600

Natural foods café. This café offers delicious and creative sandwiches, such as the "yamoli" and the "humdinger" (a wrap of chickpeas, spinach, and tomato), and 24 different salads, including a tabbouleh, wild rice, and arugula salad and a wheatberry salad. Hot lunch entrées include brown rice adzuki bean burgers and quinoa stuffed peppers. Open daily for three meals. Call for seasonal hours. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, take-out, VISA/MC/DISC, $$.

Sun Splash Café

850 Neapolitan Way, Naples, FL 33940

(239) 434-7221

Natural foods. At least two different entrées are offered at this café that uses all organically grown produce, tofu mayonnaise, and no refined sugars or artificial sweeteners in their menu of chilled salads. Try the Thai Tempeh Salad, Curried Red Lentil Salad, or "Eggless" Tofu Salad. They also offer a 30-item salad bar. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Cafeteria, vegan options, smoothies, catering, VISA/MC/DISC, $$.

North Miami

Sara's Kosher Restaurant

2214 NE 123rd St., North Miami, FL 33181

(305) 891-7272

Kosher/natural foods. See description under Hollywood, FL.

North Miami Beach

Kebab Indian Restaurant

514 NE 167th St., North Miami Beach, FL 33162

(305) 940-6309

Indian. Kebab is recommended by the Vegetarian Gourmet Society in Florida as serving "the best Indian vegetarian foods that we have ever tasted." Dishes are made fresh, and special diets are accommodated. Open daily. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$.

•• Shing Wang Vegetarian, Icee & Tea House

237 NE 167th St., North Miami Beach, FL 33162

(305) 654-4008

Vegetarian/Chinese. Shing Wang Vegetarian offers fresh vegetarian food (mostly vegan) at great prices. Enjoy their mock versions of chicken, beef, pork, and shrimp along with noodle dishes, rice, soups, and appetizers. They specialize in authentic Taiwanese shaved ice and bubble tea. Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday. Cafeteria, vegan options, take-out, fresh juices, beer/wine, special drinks, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

•• Vegetarian Restaurant by Hakin

73 NE 167th St., North Miami Beach, FL 33162

(305) 405-6346

Vegan/Caribbean. Vegetarian Restaurant by Hakin serves a variety of mock meat dishes, as well as all-vegetable or tofu meals. They bake their own banana bread and zucchini bread. Raw dishes are available too. Open Sunday for brunch and dinner. Open Monday through Thursday for three meals. Open Friday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Saturday. Full service, take-out, delivery, smoothies, fresh juices, VISA/MC, $-$$.

Orange Park

Granary Deli

1738 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, FL 32073

(904) 269-7350

Natural foods. The Granary Deli is located in the Granary Whole Foods store. This primarily vegetarian deli offers soups, sandwiches, salads, and much more. Organic ingredients are used when available. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and early dinner. Closed Sunday. Limited service, fresh juices, vegan/macrobiotic options, catering, take-out, $.

Orlando

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Altamonte Springs and Longwood.)

4, 5, 6

657 N. Primrose Dr., Orlando, FL 32803

(407) 898-1899

Chinese. Vegetarian egg rolls, soups, and 20 non-dairy vegetarian dishes with brown rice are available. MSG is not used in food preparation. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, wine/alcohol, VISA/MC, $.

Bee Line Diner

Peabody Hotel, 9801 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819

(407) 352-4000

International. This diner features a vegetarian section on the menu that includes chili, lasagna, falafel, and veggie burgers. Open 24 hours a day. Full service, take-out, non-alcoholic wine/beer, wine/beer/alcohol, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$.

•• Dandelion Communitea Café

618 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando, FL 32803

(407) 362-1864

Vegetarian/teahouse. Almost entirely vegan and organic café featuring wraps, salads, and chili. Located in 1925 bungalow house with bohemian decorations and bright colors. Live entertainment regularly including a vibrant drum circle on the new and full moon. Dandelion Communitea Café offers some unique and creatively delicious dishes including that "Eve's Revenge," seasonal apples, vegan feta cheese, walnuts, and red onions, the "Stir Fresh," spring greens topped with cucumbers, bean sprouts and herbs, and even a vegan fluffer nutter sandwich! They also have award-winning vegan chili, and rice and hummus wraps. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for three meals. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, soymilk, beer/wine, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$.

•• Ethos Vegan Kitchen

1235 N. Orange Ave., Ste. 101, Orlando, FL 32804

(407) 228-3898

Vegan/natural foods. Ethos Vegan Kitchen offers vegan comfort food such as mashed potatoes with gravy, pecan-encrusted eggplant, Philly cheesesteak sandwich and sheep's pie (their meatless version of Shepherd's pie). They have homemade soup and a small selection of vegan baked goods made from scratch daily. They use locally-grown and organic produce as much as possible and the menu notes which items are gluten-free or soy-free. Dine on the outdoor patio and enjoy the view of beautiful Lake Ivanhoe. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Limited service, take-out, catering, soymilk, beer/wine, VISA/MC/DISC, $-$$.

•• Florida Hospital Cafeteria

601 E. Rollins St., Orlando, FL 32803

(407) 897-1793

Vegetarian/cafeteria. A deli, a taco bar, and a soup and salad bar are featured; low-fat and low-salt entrées are available at this cafeteria. Open 24 hours daily. Cafeteria, take-out, $.

•• Garden Café

810 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32804

(407) 999-9799

Vegetarian/Chinese. Located near Disney World, the Garden Café offers an all-vegetarian menu. Their philosophy is "Forgo the meat without giving up the taste." You can choose from vegan Chinese standards, such as Hot and Sour Soup, or be adventurous and try Braised Vegetarian Shark's Fin with Wild Bamboo Pith Soup. Their entrées are made with soy and wheat gluten mock meats, including Rainbow Shrimp, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and Satay Beef. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, $-$$.

Green Earth Health Foods

2336 W. Oakridge Rd., Orlando, FL 32809

(407) 859-8045

Natural foods. The café offers fresh soups, chili, sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. It is "dedicated to serving wholesome foods with no chemicals or preservatives" and uses organic products whenever possible. All food is prepared on the premises and is low-salt and low-fat. Green Earth is located in Oakridge Plaza. Open Monday through Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Limited service, vegan options, fresh juices, VISA/MC, $.

•• Infusion Tea

1600 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL 32804

(407) 999-5255

Vegetarian/teahouse/café/organic. Located in College Park, Infusion Tea offers vegetarian fare in an eclectic atmosphere. Vegan items are noted on the menu and include Tempeh Chili, Pesto Panini, Avocado Delight Wrap, and Gazpacho. Prices are reasonable and ingredients are organic. As a modern teahouse, Infusion offers many varieties and flavors of tea as well as hot or iced tea lattes. Open Monday through Saturday for three meals. Open Sunday for lunch and early dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, espresso/cappuccino, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

•• Loving Hut

2101 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32803

(407) 894-5673

Vegan/Asian/American. Loving Hut is an international vegan restaurant chain with the slogan, "Be Veg. Go Green. Save the Planet." They offer gourmet vegan cuisine "for those making the noble transition to a plant-based diet." Although the menu varies by location, it typically includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts, and special beverages. Both Asian and American meals are served including mock meat and vegetable dishes. Loving Hut was created with a vision that all beings could live in peace, love, and harmony with each other and the planet. The Orlando location has a large appetizer menu and splits their entrées between noodle/rice dishes and Western meals. They also have a separate quinoa menu. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for dinner. Limited service, take-out, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, non-alcoholic beer/wine, special beverages, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Passage to India

5532 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819

(407) 351-3456

Indian. Choose from several vegetarian appetizers, soups, and 12 vegetarian entrées. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, take-out, non alcoholic wine/beer, wine/beer, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $.

Punjab Indian Restaurant

7451 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819

(407) 352-7887

Indian. See description under Kissimmee, FL.

•• Taste of India

9251 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837

(407) 855-4622

Vegetarian/Indian. Taste of India has dishes available for Jain, Buddhist, and Swaminarayan faiths. Along with their Indian menu, they also offer dishes from East Africa, Mexico, and Italy. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Mondays. Limited service, vegan options, macrobiotic options, fresh juices, smoothies, beer/wine/alcohol, non-smoking, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $.

•• Woodlands Pure Vegetarian Indian Cuisine

6040 S. Orange Blossom Trl., Orlando, FL 32809

(407) 854-3330

Vegetarian/Indian. See description under Fort Lauderdale, FL. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday.

Palm Beach

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Boca Raton and West Palm Beach.)

•• Sunrise Natural Foods

233 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480

(305) 655-3557

Macrobiotic. Sunrise's selections include soup, egg rolls, spinach pies, and artichoke pasta for take-out. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Take-out, non-alcoholic beer/wine, VISA/MC/AMEX, $.

Palm Beach Gardens

Whole Foods Market

11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

(561) 691-8550

Natural foods store/deli. See description under Boca Raton, FL.

Palm Harbor

•• Consciousness Blossoms

3390 Tampa Rd., Palm Harbor, FL 34684

(727) 789-1931

Vegetarian/American. Consciousness Blossoms is committed to serving healthy and delicious vegetarian meals. The menu offers Neatloaf, barbeque tempeh or tofu sandwiches, veggie Reubens, tofu scramble, oatmeal, and more. This restaurant closes for two weeks in mid-April and two weeks at the end of August annually. Cash only. Open Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday and Sunday for breakfast and lunch. Open Friday for three meals. Closed Monday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, catering, smoothies, $$.

Pensacola

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Destin.)

•• End of the Line Café

610 E. Wright St., Pensacola, FL 35201

(850) 429-0336

Vegetarian/organic/eclectic. The End of the Line Café is an eclectic restaurant that uses organic ingredients whenever possible. All food is vegan, but they do offer dairy milk and creamer for coffee. Sandwiches include Tempeh Reuben Panini, Tofu Egg Salad, Fishwich, and BLT (made with their own hickory maple tofu bacon). Their housemade vegan cheese is cashew-based and can be ordered by the block in roasted garlic mozzarella, pepperjack, smokey gouda, or cheddar flavors. Stop in for their special Thursday Night Dinner or Sunday Brunch. The End of the Line Café offers delicious vegan meals for prices that can't be beat. Cash only. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch and early dinner. Closed Monday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, delivery, catering, espresso/cappuccino, soymilk, special beverages, $-$$.

Ever'man Natural Foods

315 W. Garden St., Pensacola, FL 32502

(850) 438-0402

Natural foods store/deli/juice bar. Open since 1973, Ever'man Natural Foods is a co-op with a deli and organic juice bar. The deli offers great vegetarian options like veggie lasagna, black bean tortas, enchiladas, and tofu steaks, along with vegan and vegetarian soups. The store carries frozen & refrigerated foods, local & organic produce, gluten-free items, and environmentally-friendly products. You do not have to be a member of the co-op to shop in the store or eat in the deli. The deli closes before the store, so please call ahead for hours. Open daily for three meals. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, soymilk, smoothies, fresh juices, VISA/MC/AMEX, $-$$.

Hip Pocket Deli

4130 Barrancas Ave., Pensacola, FL 32507

(904) 455-9321

Deli. Try any of their vegetarian subs, sandwiches, or pitas, as well as their vegetarian calzone made with broccoli, cauliflower, and various cheeses. Open Monday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch. Closed Sunday. Take-out, catering, $.

•• Sluggo's

2403 W. Cervantes St., Pensacola, FL 32505

(850) 435-1541

Vegan/American/bar/venue. Sluggo's offers inexpensive but tasty food that is completely vegan. Enjoy a Faux Pastrami Reuben, TVP Taco Dinner, Italian Wheatball Sub, Tofu Grinder, Chicken Fried Seitan, or Thai Sweet Chili Tofu Bowl. Also a venue for bands, Sluggo's features live music that is suitable for all ages. They are located in the heart of downtown Brownsville. The restaurant is closed between lunch and dinner, so please call ahead for hours. Cash only. Open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday for lunch and dinner through late night. Open Sunday for dinner through late night. Closed Wednesday. Limited service, take-out, beer/wine, $-$$.

Sarasota

Bangkok Restaurant

4791 Swift Rd., Sarasota, FL 34231

(941) 922-0703

Thai. Great care is taken in the selection of over 30 native herbs and spices in order to present the rich cultural atmosphere of Thailand. Vegetarian entrées include Red or Green Curry Vegetables, Pad Puck (stir-fried vegetables with fresh napa and savory cabbage), and Garlic Tofu. Dessert items include Honey Bananas and Thai Custard. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for dinner only. Full service, vegan options, reservations recommended, non-smoking, VISA/MC, $$.

Fandango

Siesta Key, 1266 Old Stickney Point Rd., Sarasota, FL 34242

(941) 346-1711

International. Fandango has it all, from Middle Eastern to Caribbean to Indian. Try the Thai Rice with Tofu, the Black Bean Hummus, or the award-winning vegetarian chili. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, vegan options, wine/beer/alcohol, non-alcoholic beer, VISA/MC, $-$$$.

•• Vibe Cuisine

4428 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233

(941) 377-6209

Vegan/raw foods/organic. Formerly Veggie Magic, Vibe Cuisine is vegan, raw, kosher, gluten-free, and organic. Stop in for a salad, smoothie, or entrée. Their Delicious Dish Meal Program is a great way to have freshly prepared meals for pick-up or delivery. Don't forget to try one of their desserts! Open Monday through Thursday for lunch and early dinner. Open Friday and Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Limited service, take-out, delivery, catering, smoothies, fresh juices, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

St Petersburg

•• Leafy Greens Café

1431 Central Ave., St Petersburg, FL 33705

(727) 289-7087

Vegan/raw foods/organic. Leafy Greens Café offers raw vegan cuisine with menu items like Living Chili, Zucchini Spaghetti, and Thai Curry Soup. By utilizing organic and seasonal produce, they are able to provide the freshest and best-tasting food to their customers. For the perfect dining experience, enjoy your meal on their riverside patio under the shade of the bordering trees and bubbling waterfall. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for lunch and early dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, take-out, fresh juices, smoothies, special drinks, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$.

St. Augustine

•• A New Dawn

110 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080

(904) 824-1337

Vegetarian/natural foods/juice bar. This lunch bar of a natural foods store offers homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches. Open Monday through Friday for three meals. Open Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, fresh juices, smoothies, VISA/MC/AMEX, $.

Mi Casa Café

69 Saint George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084

(904) 824-9317

Mexican. Mi Casa Café is in the heart of downtown St. Augustine. They offer great vegetarian and vegan selections including a Tofu Reuben, Black Bean Burger, and Jumbo Veggie Dog. For their tacos, taco salad, and nachos, you can substitute black beans for meat. Enjoy your meal on their patio. Cash only. Open Sunday through Thursday for lunch and dinner. Closed Friday and Saturday. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, catering, beer/wine, $$.

The Manatee Café

525 State Rd. 16, #106, St. Augustine, FL 32084

(904) 826-0210

Natural foods. This café is very veg-friendly and uses organic ingredients as much as possible. Try their tofu Reuben sandwich, veggie burger, hummus & tabouli pita, stir fry, salads, and more. They serve breakfast all day so make sure to enjoy scrambled tofu or a bagel with Tofutti cream cheese. To help save its namesake from extinction, The Manatee Café contributes a portion of its proceeds to this cause. Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso/cappuccino, VISA/MC/DISC, $$.

St. Petersburg

Ajanta Indian Cuisine

5005 34th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714

(727) 525-6581

Indian. Feast on a wide array of traditional Indian options at Ajanta. The Tampa Bay Vegetarians voted this establishment its Restaurant of the Year for 2002. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, beer, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$-$$$.

Ben Thanh Restaurant

2880 34th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33713

(727) 522-6623

Vietnamese. More than 15 vegetarian options can be found at this restaurant, including a Vietnamese Crepe stuffed with bean sprouts and bean curd; Asparagus Soup with Rice; Curry Bean Curd; Rice Vermicelli with Tofu; and Spring Rolls. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for three meals. Closed Wednesday. Full service, VISA/MC/AMEX, $.

Lonni's Sandwiches, Etc.

133 1st St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701

(727) 894-1944

Natural foods. See description under Clearwater, FL.

Nature's Finest Foods

6651 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33707

(727) 347-5682

Natural foods. This supermarket-type establishment offers a large salad bar with organic produce, soups, bean stew, vegetable pizzas, sanwiches, and vegan lasagna. Open daily. Limited service, macrobiotic/vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, VISA/MC, $.

Rollin' Oats Market & Café

2842 Dr. Martin Luther King St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33704

(727) 821-6825

Natural foods store/café. This café specializes in vegetarian and vegan dishes, including vegan desserts. Their menu offers a wide range of salads, sandwiches, burgers, and entrées, such as Seitan Fajitas, Szechuan Smoked Tofu, Black Bean Burritos, pasta dishes, and much more. Their Sunday brunch also has an array of vegetarian and vegan options. Open daily for three meals. Limited service, vegan options, take-out, catering, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso,, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $.

Thai-Am Restaurant

6040 4th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33703

(727) 522-7813

Thai. At Thai-Am, choose from a huge number of vegetarian dishes, including Spring Rolls, Tofu Coconut Milk Soup, Cashew Nut Salad, curry dishes, and much more. You can't go wrong, but be sure to avoid those dishes containing oyster sauce. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, $-$$.

Stuart

Nature's Way Café

25 SW Osceola St., Stuart, FL 34994

(772) 220-7306

Juice bar. Nature's Way offers fresh fruits, salads, and roll-up sandwiches in a historic downtown area. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch. Closed Sunday. Limited service, fresh juices, smoothies, $.

Sunrise

•• Udipi Café

2100 N. University Dr., Sunrise, FL 33322

(954) 748-5660

Vegetarian/Indian. If you want large portions of delicious Indian vegetarian food, then you have come to the right place. Udipi Café also offers a wonderful lunch buffet on weekdays that has so many choices and is a great value. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX, $$.

Tallahassee

•• Higher Taste Vegetarian Café, Buffet, & Bakery

411 St. Francis St., Tallahassee, FL 32301

(850) 894-4296

Vegetarian. This Krishna establishment offers soups, organic salads, entrées, desserts, and more. Try their chickpea stew, barbequed haloumi, quiche, stromboli, calzones, or spanakopita. And save room for some of their heavenly baked goods, such as focaccia, banana bread, cinnamon rolls, or cakes. Organic produce is used when available. Outdoor dining is available. Open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday for lunch. Open Wednesday and Friday for lunch and dinner. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Buffet, vegan options, fresh juices, private parties, take-out, VISA/MC, $-$$.

New Leaf Market

1235 Apalachee Pkwy., Tallahassee, FL 32301

(850) 942-2557

Natural foods store. Located in the Parkway Shopping Center, the deli counter at this natural foods supermarket offers a wide variety of salads and sandwiches, and hot dishes. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Open Saturday and Sunday for lunch. Take-out, fresh juices, smoothies, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $.

•• Organic Living

123 E. 5th Ave., Tallahassee, FL 32311

(850) 222-7171

Vegetarian/natural foods. This completely certified organic restaurant offers a blend of American sandwiches with Korean fare. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, macrobiotic options, $-$$.

Tampa

(For restaurant listings in the surrounding areas, see Clearwater, Dunedin, Indian Rocks Beach, Largo, Palm Harbor, and St. Petersburg.)

Abby's Health & Nutrition

14374 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33618

(813) 265-4951

Natural foods deli. This deli in a health foods store has both vegetarian and vegan options, including potato pancakes, many tofu items, and vegan cheesecake. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Limited service, vegan/macrobiotic options, fresh juices, smoothies, soymilk, espresso, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $-$$.

•• Grass Root Organic Restaurant

2702 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL 33602

(813) 221-7668

Vegetarian/organic/raw foods. See description under Lakeland, FL.

Jasmine Thai

13248 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33618

(813) 968-1501

1947 W. Lumsden Rd., Tampa, FL 33511

(813) 662-3635

Thai. Enjoy both vegetarian and macrobiotic options at this Thai restaurant. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full service, vegan options, macrobiotic options, wine/beer/alcohol, non-alcoholic wine/beer, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Lonni's Sandwiches, Etc.

513 E. Jackson St., Tampa, FL 33602

(813) 223-2333

Natural foods. See description under Clearwater, FL.

Rollin' Oats Market

1021 N. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33607

(813) 873-7428

Natural foods store/deli. See description under St. Petersburg, FL.

The Natural Kitchen (NK Café)

3218 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609

(813) 874-2233

Natural foods. Originally a vegetarian restaurant, The NK Café now offers chicken and fish. However, there is still a decent selection of vegetarian fare, including non-dairy vegetable lasagna, couscous with chunky vegetables, and many other vegetarian and vegan options. No chemicals, preservatives, or processed food are used. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, fresh juices, smoothies, wine/beer, non-alcoholic wine/beer, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $$.

Trang Viet Cuisine

1524 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33612

(813) 979-1464

Vietnamese. The menu here has many unique vegetarian and vegan dishes, including vegan fish, vegan chicken, veggie drumsticks, and some delightful stir-fries. The owners grow many of their own herbs and some of the fruit used at the restaurant. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer/alcohol, non-alcoholic wine/beer, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/DISC/DC, $-$$.

•• Udipi Café

14422 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33618

(813) 962-7300

Vegetarian/Indian. Udipi Caféés menu features pure vegetarian delights. Enjoy Indian favorites such as Aloo Gobi (potato, cauliflower & spices), Sada Mysore Dosai (thin rice crepes with a layer of chutney), or try the house specialty, Vegetable Omelette (chickpeas pancake with fresh vegetables). Please note that Udipi Café is closed between lunch and dinner on weekdays so call ahead for hours. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Closed Monday. Full service, vegan options, take-out, catering, BYOB, VISA/MC/AMEX, $-$$.

Viva La Frida Café Y Galleria

5901 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL 33604

(813) 231-9199

Mexican. Named and designed to honor artist Frida Kahlo, this restaurant offers authentic Sonoran cuisine but is famous for its more creative items. Dishes include Frida Fried Green Tomatoes, Artichoke and Brie Enchiladas, Nopalito & Mango Quesadillas, and Salad Burritos. Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights are "Starving Artist" (discount) nights. The restaurant also hosts live poetry readings, music, films, and art exhibits. Open Wednesay through Monday for dinner. Closed Tuesday. Full service, vegan options, wine/beer, non-alcoholic wine/beer, special drinks, take-out, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$$.

West Palm Beach

Thai Bay Restaurant

1900 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33409

(561) 640-0131

Thai. Thai Bay offers traditional Thai food, such as panang curry, red curry, and pad Thai. They list tofu as a substitution for meat on the menu, but remember to tell them to leave off the fish sauce. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. Full service, take-out, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$.

Winter Park

Chamberlin's Natural Foods

Winter Park Mall, 430 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789

(407) 647-6661

Natural foods. Salad bar, vegetarian deli, smoothies, homemade soup and veggie chili, frozen yogurt, hot and cold sandwiches, and hot vegetarian entrées are offered. Open daily. Counter service, vegan options, fresh juices, take-out, $.

Power House

111 E. Lyman Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789

(407) 645-3616

Natural foods. Enjoy sandwiches, salads, soup, vegetarian chili, and a wide variety of shakes and smoothies from Power House. Open daily. Limited service, vegan options, $.