The Best Vegetarian Restaurants In Phoenix Arizona

The metropolis of Phoenix, Arizona is known for its creative take on vegetarian food. Many institutions within the city have dedicated themselves to serving high quality vegetarian food that appeals to all diners. Read further to discover the best vegetarian restaurants in Phoenix.

Pita Jungle

Pita Jungle is redefining traditional vegetarian fare and changing the landscape of dining in Phoenix with favorites such as fried cauliflower and fruit & cheese fantasia. Pita Jungle also offers patrons happy hour, which incorporates tapas style serving of their more popular dishes as well as bottles of beer, wine, and house made sangria. The atmosphere is relaxing and serene, and the open layout is ideal for both small and large parties. Outdoor patio seating is available during the warmer months.

Pomegranate Café

Cafe, Restaurant, Vegan

Pomegranate Café utilizes seasonal menus and locally sourced ingredients to bring patrons a unique dining experience. All of the food at Pomegranate Café is vegan, with some vegetarian and gluten-free options. There are multiple dessert options and catering is available. Happy hour at Pomegranate Café is offered Tuesday through Saturday and features mixed drinks, organic beer, and organic wine. Their more popular dishes include the root veggie fries and the barbecue jackfruit sliders.

Persian Garden Cafe

Cafe, Restaurant, American

The atmosphere at Persian Garden Café is serene, with large bay windows and handmade rugs that cover the walls. Persian Garden offers customers authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine with a myriad of vegetarian and vegan options. The Merza Farangee and Shirazi Salad are popular dishes among the locals, with fresh squeezed fruit and vegetable juice to match.

Madras Ananda Bhavan

This casual eatery in Phoenix has mastered classic vegetarian Indian cuisine. The atmosphere at Madras Ananda Bhavan is cozy, which serves as the ideal setting for intimate night out. The menu is comprised of both southern and northern Indian cuisine, with the vegetable curry and paneer pakora serving as popular choices among the regulars. Madras Ananda Bhavan is completely family owned. Jennifer/Flickr

Green Restaurant

Restaurant, American, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Fast Food, Street Food

The Green Restaurant serves up vegan and vegetarian interpretations of traditional American comfort food. The atmosphere of the Green Restaurant is relaxing and the decor is modern, with sleek wood paneling and wooden stools for seating. Popular dishes among the regulars are the Big Wac, Steak sliders, and the Singapore Tofu Noodles. The Green Restaurant also offers a dessert menu that is 100 percent vegan, and brunch on Sundays.

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Robert Wilder is a recent Temple University graduate who double majored in English and Political Science. Robert grew up in Long Beach Island, New Jersey and has spent his summers in Philadelphia due to its close proximity. Robert has plans to teach English in Korea and he aspires to become a university professor in Political Science. His favorite sport is basketball and some of his top authors include Thomas More, Meridel Le Sueur, and Langston Hughes.