From seasonal veggie starters to beefless burger entrées, you won’t want to miss these plant-based favorites during your next city visit.
Vedge
Since 2011, Chefs Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby have offered exquisite vegetable dining experiences to city goers. The fine dining establishment is located in a restored 19th century mansion fit with grand fireplaces and wonderful walnut wainscoting. Order grilled gold bar squash from The Dirt List, medium plates of single seasonal vegetables, or try richer and more carefully curated plates from The Hot Kitchen. You’re in for a treat with their spicy dan dan noodles or eggplant braciole. 1221 Locust St., 215.320.7500, vedgerestaurant.com
True Food Kitchen
Travel out to King of Prussia for an immaculate menu of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free dishes at True Food Kitchen. Their wide selection of meals include salads, grain bowls, pizzas, burgers and sandwiches, all of which can be adjusted for keto or paleo diets. The vegan spinach and mushroom pizza made with garlic purée, caramelized onion, aleppo chilli and house-made vegan almond ricotta is a natural favorite. Top your night off with avocado key lime pie paired with organic strawberry, cashew and coconut whipped cream. 239 Mall Blvd., King of Prussia, 484.751.1954, truefoodkitchen.com
Charlie was a sinner
Now open until 2 a.m, Charlie was a sinner café and bar provides Philadelphians with luxe vegan nights out. Start with a fabulous cocktail like the East Atlanta Love Letter made with tequila, white rum, peach liqueur, basil and lemon. To snack, you won’t be disappointed by the establishments potato croquettes or artichoke frites. Entrées include ‘beef’ sliders composed with jalapeno jam, crispy shallots and brioche, and caramelized eggplant bao buns served with sweet hoisin and pickled slaw. 131 S. 13th St., 267.758.5372, charliewasasinner.com
Miss Rachel’s Pantry
On select evenings, dine at Miss Rachel’s Pantry’s residential space for a spectacular 5-course plant-based meal. The BYOB establishment took the city by storm in 2007— their reservations are booked 1 to 2 months in advance. Dinners begin at 7 p.m. with adjusted menus each week. If you can’t stop thinking about your meal after dining in, Miss Rachel’s Pantry reserves their intimate space for private dinners and cocktail parties. 1938 S. Chadwick St., 215.798.0053, missrachelspantry.com
The Couch Tomato
Make your way to Manayunk for a classic night at The Couch Tomato. The local favorite is known for their spectacular salads and sandwiches as well as their vegan artisan pizzas. The restaurant prides itself on using locally sourced, fresh and organic ingredients for all of their gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy-free and pescatarian options. With other vegan sides such as roasted corn and potato salad, as well as their “Maddie Bar” made with chocolate, nuts, coconut and rice cereal, there is no way you will go home hungry. 102 Rector St., 215.483.2233, thecouchtomato.com
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