May 12, 2015 | Food & Drink
While a giant, juicy beef burger might be your go-to, Philly boasts a few veggie burgers that are just as satisfying as their meaty counterparts. Try one (or all) of our favorite vegetarian options:
This high-style restaurant located inside Hotel Palomar has some refreshing burger options like the Black Bean Chickpea Burger topped with chipotle slaw, queso fresco, and zucchini Fritos. 121 S. 17th St., 215-563-5008
Recognized for its all-natural, organic burgers, this restaurant chain has some of the best-rated burgers in Philly. When ordering vegetarian, try the sweet potato and wild rice burger topped with cauliflower hummus, tomatoes, and baby kale and wrapped in collard greens. 1109 Walnut St., 215-627-2273
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Here, BYOB stands for two things: bring your own bottle and build your own burger. Full of organic and local food with an endless array of topping options, you can build the veggie burger of your dreams or try the Wasabi Ahi Burger (shown above) with spicy rare ahi tuna, wasabi sauce, arugula, and cusabi punk slaw. 1823 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-468-7865
One of Philly’s favorite local bars serves up delicious beers and unique burgers inside its tri-level space. Try its version of a veggie burger made of roasted eggplant, mushrooms, lentils, and brown rice and topped with lettuce, tomato, crispy shallots, and spicy ketchup—all on an onion brioche bun. 224 S. 15th St., 215-985-9600
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A Philly favorite since it was first built in 1978, this cornerstone of bustling South Street is the perfect spot to dine on classics and people watch. Grab a table outside and enjoy a house-made black bean veggie burger finished off with the house sauce. 200 South St., 215-922-1813
The gourmet burgers found at this local restaurant (aptly named for the “burger-ready cooking surface”) are made from fresh ingredients and offer diverse toppings. The Veg Burger, a portobella mushroom topped with mozzarella, tomato, arugula, pickled cuke and carrot, and guacamole, will make you consider the vegetarian option more often. 1504 Sansom St., 215-568-5000
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At this South Philly gastropub, you’ll find upscale pub fare with a large craft beer selection and seasonal farm-to-table eats. When the burger craving hits, stop in and try the Bonzo Burger made with garbanzo beans, black quinoa, and feta and topped with cilantro yogurt. 2400 S. 19th St., 267-687-7817
While you don’t often associate fine dining with burgers, the chickpea veggie burger from the Rittenhouse Hotel’s swanky restaurant challenges that notion. Topped with cucumber tzatziki and organic greens, you may have just found your new burger spot. 210 W. Rittenhouse Square, 215-790-2533
Rouge has always been known for its classic burger, but on your next visit, mix it up with the veggie burger. Served with lettuce, tomato, red onion, crispy eggplant, chipotle aioli, and mixed greens, you won’t be disappointed. 205 S. 18th St., 215-732-6622
With one of the most eclectic burger scenes in America, this restaurant has everything from waffle-fry buns to sriracha chicken patties. Outdoor seating is available at the Piazza location, so stop by and dig into the Calibunga veggie burger, PYT's famous white bean patty topped with avocado, house sauce, lettuce, and tomato. 1050 N. Hancock St., 215-964-9009
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF PUNCH MEDIA (SQUARE 1682), ROUGE, BRIDGET FOYS, TAPROOM ON 19TH, P’UNK BURGER
