Being the only vegan in your group of friends can be lonely, not to mention difficult when it comes to dining out. But if you travel to any of these hotspots, you're sure to feel right at home. From coast to coast, you’ll find an impressive assortment of vegan cuisine options to indulge in. Here are four U.S. cities with more vegan options than you'll know what to do with.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The city of brotherly love may be best known for its famous cheesesteaks, but the city's vegan food scene is thriving. From classic cafes like HipCityVeg, to fine-dining experiences like Vedge and even an all-vegan pizzeria, Blackbird Pizzeria, Philadelphia has plenty of cruelty-free food options in every price range, with style and culinary flair to spare.
Make a night of it at bars that specialize in vegan fare, like Bar Bombón and Charlie was a sinner. The majority of the city's vegan hotspots are concentrated near Rittenhouse Square and City Center, so if you're planning a move to Philadelphia or just a trip, look for accommodations near this hub.
Phillies fans enjoy the vegan options available at Citizen's Bank Park, including a wild mushroom and tofu cheesesteak, which earned the ballpark the runner-up spot on PETA's recent top 10 ballparks list.
Los Angeles, California
Few cities are as health-conscious as the City of Angels, which is why the thriving vegan food scene in LA is no surprise. Whether you're craving a cupcake (visit Erin McKenna's bakery), sushi (try Shojin) or some soul food (check out Stuff I Eat), if you crave it, you can likely find it here.
Gracias Madre is a must for those looking for a healthy Mexican food fix, this West Hollywood staple is the place to see and be seen. Café Gratitude is another acclaimed vegan hotspot that's not to be missed.
Austin, Texas
When most people think Texas, vegan food isn't often the first thing that comes to mind. But Austin is a city that breaks many molds and PETA recently called it the "food truck capital of the world." From tacos and BBQ, to soul food and Jewish deli classics, Austin's thriving food trailers offer something for everyone.
Be sure to check out the Vegan Yacht, an OG in the Austin food trailer scene, which is well-known for classic dishes like the Freeto Burrito and Freeto Pie. It's housed in a vintage Airstream trailer and run by a husband and wife team. They might inspire you to make your own tex-mex meal at home. Try out these black bean tostadas.
Portland, Oregon
This family-friendly, bike-loving city is often cited as one of the most livable cities in the U.S., and it's also home to a thriving vegan culinary scene. Portobello Vegan Trattoria is perfect for vegans looking for classic Italian fare with nary an animal product in sight. For a deli lunch, stop by Papa G's Vegan Organic Deli, a counter-serve cafe with plenty of comfort food.
If you're looking for a more creative lunch option, check out Canteen, which is famous for bowls like the Portland Bowl, featuring maple tempeh, quinoa, local hazelnuts and kale. For something a little more hearty, Homegrown Smoker Vegan BBQ has plenty of options with no shortage of flavor and spice.
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