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Veg Dining in Rochester We Love!
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American |
Openface
Sandwich Eatery
- sandwiches as fine art! You will find all the usual fare of a sandwich
shop, but with a bolder twist and with flourish! Nearly half the menu
is vegetarian...
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Dogtown
Hots -
its been so long since I felt like I could indulge in "sinful"
food like a greasy burger and fries! Dogtown Hots has a vast menu of specialty
hotdogs and sausages with influences from around the world. The menu has
so many veg options, I can come back again and again
and never get bored.
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Orange Glory Cafe - is a trendy little cafe on East Ave specializing in upscale sandwiches and salads, open solely during weekday lunch hours. They usually have at least 2 vegetarian options that are really delicious! (right now, I'm craving the spicy lentil burger! yummmmm!)
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Burger King - No. I'm not kidding. Order the BK Veggie Burger with "everything on it": ketchup, mustard, pickles, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, on a sesame-seed bun. I tell them to "make it like a whopper, with a veggie burger, but no cheese or mayo." It's surprisingly good! Be sure to "hold the mayo", to make it completely vegan & cruelty-free, and cut 9 grams of fat!! (well... it USED to be completely vegan... now they use Morningstar patties, which have egg in them. Write Burger King a letter asking them to provide a veggie-burger that is actually "veggie"! Check out "7 Tips for Writing a Successful Letter") Only 340 calories and 8 grams of fat (without the mayo). Compare that to the Whopper, with a total of 700 calories and a 'whopping' 42 grams of fat! |
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Owl
House - Rochester's own hipster-trendy.. arty.. casual...
quality... foodie... restaurant. I like to have my first drink at the bar, where I can watch the bartender (who is more like a mad scientist) perfect his creations. My favorite is the Smoke Monster. 75 Marshall Street |
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Asian
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Thai Taste - really, really good Thai food! Every bite is full of several flavors, so each dish keeps your interest until the end. Consistently fresh and excellent quality. All vegetarian dishes are served with various fresh veggies, perfectly al dente. The staff is always courteous and prompt. If you are unfamiliar with a dish, you can ask and they will help you find something that you will like. Don't be fooled by the lack of ambience; what this restaurant lacks in decor, they make up for in service and taste!
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Aja Noodle Co - unique, urban contemporary Asian cuisine. Yummy yummy yummy! Almost every dish is available vegetarian! Ask your server for suggestions.
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Golden Dynasty - the staff at this Chinese restaurant are very attentive, helpful & are clearly proud to serve only the best quality food! When I mentioned I was vegetarian, they handed me a FULL PAGE menu with veg options. They made helpful recommendations and even offered to specially prepare food that wasn't even on the menu! (They made me a really tasty vegetarian Vietnamese Pho which I will definitely get again!) If you like smokey and spicy, get the Jalapeno Tofu... I've been thinking about it non-stop since I was there last! Don't be put-off by the fact that this restaurant is in a plaza. It's very nice inside, very delicious, and I'd be surprised if it didn't become one of your favorite places to go!
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Hot Pot at Yummy Garden - traditional "create-your-own" hot and brothy soup from China. A really great meal for socializing and a wonderful way to warm up in the winter! You will choose a broth (the vegetarian broth is available but not on the menu) and the extras to go in the soup: one or maybe two if you're REALLY hungry as a generous portion of Chinese vegetables are already included. While you wait, go to the sauce bar and create several custom dipping sauces. (this is the most important part and the most fun!) When the soup comes, you will cook your ingredients individually for a few seconds... or minutes depending on the item (not unlike fondue), dip it in your sauces and eat! If you are unfamiliar with hot pot, I recommend watching a few videos on Youtube. It's not complicated at all, but can be confusing if you're just walking in the door without a clue what to do.
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Indian |
Amaya - Their website says "Modern Indian Flavors Transformed into a Contemporary Gourmet Experience" and I can't say it better. It's such a pleasant surprise simply to walk in the door. Other Indian restaurants tend to be shades of the same buffet and 1980's ramshackle decor with greatly varying degrees of cleanliness. This restaurant is refreshingly upscale. The food is outstanding! I've never had such thoughfully prepared and well-balanced Indian food. Bite after bite, I was "oooo"ing and "mmmmm"ing. It's a great place for a quiet date for two or for a group going for a nice dinner out. I was really happy to see the vegan choices are clearly labeled on the menu. Only one odd note: The actual name is Amaya Bar & Grill, which I find strange. There IS a bar but it certainly isn't the focal point and I can't imagine anyone coming just to hang out and drink. And "Grill" conjures images of burgers and steaks, which are obviously not on the menu. (who cares, right?)
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Thali of India - Live music every Friday and Saturday evening. The buffet on Mondays after 5PM is an AMAZING way to sample many different vegetarian dishes, and a great way to try Indian food if you are unfamiliar with it.
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Haveli Indian Cuisine - phenomenal lunch buffet! The most choices of any Indian food buffet in town and it's almost entirely vegetarian! I'm totally addicted and have to force myself not to overeat. For $8.95, it's a really good deal for really good food!
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Mediterranean |
Alladin's Natural Eatery - the salads are so fresh and delicious, they don't need dressing! I'm a fan of the Pine Nut Salad and the Falafel Salad. The soups are hearty and are a meal all by themselves. Try the Vegetarian Chili (yum!) or the hearty Lentil Soup, and in the summer the cold, but spicy Gazpacho.
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Mexican |
John's Tex Mex Eatery - stuff yourself for five bucks! Tasty Ameri-Mexican food that is easily vegetarian/vegan friendly... just ask! No explanation required. Normally I don't really like tofu, but this is specially seasoned and spicy. I love the Tofu Tacos and the Mexican Plate with Un-Beef!
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Sol Burrito - let me sum it up: Tofu Tacos! Look. I know what you are thinking. Tofu is yuck. But that is where you are wrong. That is where I was wrong! Just go. And order. And moan with pleasure! I crave these. It's ridiculous!
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Upscale |
Lento - upscale dining. intimate atmosphere. wonderfully creative menu. FAN-FREAKIN-TASTIC martinis! Lento specializes in upscale organic, locally grown dining with a seasonal menu that changes daily based on what is available from local farmers. They have a generous Vegetarian/Vegan menu for a fine dining restaurant.
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