The Best Vegan in Newark

Wildseed

★★★★☆ 4.3 (923)

"A vegan place that really knows how to season! Came here on a Wednesday evening as a party of 4. Did not have to wait since there were a few empty tables. They started us off with some sort of celery soup with pumpkin seeds, which was good and kinda had the consistency of baby food. Then, I got to try the following:- Curried Cauliflower (4/5): The cauliflower is seasoned well and the red sauce paired with the cauliflower is great. - Mushroom Zeppole (4.5/5): The texture of the mushroom is amazing. I don't usually like mushrooms but this surprised me. The mayo aioli sauce paired well with the dish as well. - Spicy Yellow Curry (5/5): So good! It's not that spicy but it's packed with flavor. The portion was large as well. For drinks, I got a Strawberry Bloom Martini, which looked nice but was so strong on the alochol. It had a nice fruity aroma to it but I couldn't get past how strong and prominent the spirit was. For dessert, we ordered a Warm Chocolate Cake. The cake was a bit dry, probably due to lack of eggs. The ice cream was good and the chocolate avocado ganache and banana were delicious. We were trying to guess where the avocado was and could barely tell that it was part of the ganache!If you're looking for a vegan restaurant or just want to be surprised by how much flavor can be packed in a dish, I'd recommend this spot! The service was also good. Just a heads up that they do have a 4% charge for employee benefits but it is mentioned in fine print on their menu."

Veggie Garden

★★★★☆ 4.4 (645) • $$

"I rarely go to a restaurant twice within a few months as we are spoilt for choices in the bayarea. But I had a hankering for the black pepper chowmein, so we made our way back here. In addition to the chowmein I also wanted to try some eggplant dish and we were suggested to get the basil eggplant. So here is the rundown of the dishes we tried this time- Black pepper chowmein- 5/5- I came back here just for this dish. It's really good. Definitely get this!!!Basil eggplant-5/5- another epic dish. Definitely ranks high on the best eggplant dishes I ever had. Not spicy but very savory without any sweet notes. It came with tofu as well which was equally delectable.Veggie fried rice- 4/5- delicious but very oily. There was no need for so much oil in this dish. Hopefully they take this feedback and work on improving it.Organic chicken salad- 4/5- my younger one wanted this. It came with a bunch of greens topped with lots of crispy wonton skins, fried "chicken" pieces and some dressing on the side. It was surprisingly good as the elements worked together cohesively.Vegetarian wonton with chilli oil- 4/5- another solid dish, the wontons were topped with some peanut sauce. It was a tad bit sweet, though I don't prefer sweetness in my savory dishes this was great as well.It's a very cosy little mom and pop style restaurant. I highly recommend giving them a try. I can assure you, you won't miss meat."

Happiness Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (470) • $$

"This spot has been here a long time, decade or so? I try to stop by more often to support this tiny vegan shop. The owner lady is this nice Taiwanese lady who drags her retired and reluctant husband to work every day. Poor guy, great health and food but so ready to die. LOL. Anyway, the food is enjoyable. I mainly order the noodle dishes as I can make everything else myself easily. It's nice to kick it here with my dog and a book in the post lunch quiet."

Green Lotus

★★★★☆ 4.1 (430) • $$

"We came around 1:45pm on a Tuesday, and the place was empty so we didn't have to wait in line or anything. Service was good. Ambiance is fine. Parking might or might not be difficult to find depending on the day and time you come.For the food, I tried the Crispy Oyster Mushroom and the Shaken Beef. They were both pretty good. I don't like mushroom, but I kept eating their crispy oyster mushroom. It really doesn't taste like mushroom. Overall, pretty good. I will probably come here again."

Everest Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (341) • $$

"One of my favorite places to go if you want amazing food and now has an amazing HH menu and craft cocktails. Can't wait to both dine in with the HH nibbles or grabbed takeout and have a lovely drink at the bar."

Dalian

★★★★☆ 3.8 (476) • $$

"Nice restaurant very accommodating staff. There were 7 in our party, 4 vegans, a vegetarian, and 2 "regular" eaters. The menu had a vegetarian section, and I asked if the food was vegan. The server told me she could have any of the menu items prepared vegan by subbing tofu and they had a "clear" broth for the soups. We ordered one of the house made noodle soups with pickled cabbage (normally spicy beef) but had it with tofu instead. It was delicious! We also had the veggie clay pot, Kung Pao tofu, and 2 chicken and veggie dishes with a few sides of rice. Generous portions and excellent flavor. Everything tasted freshly made and nothing was too oily. Service was great and very clean restrooms."

Rāw Superfood Café - Fremont

★★★★☆ 4.4 (351) • $$

"Pretty nice! Came here to try the matcha. The inside is fairly small, with a few tables for sitting and a counter where you order. They actually have quite a few options, but I only got the matcha when I came. It was really good. I want to return to try the açaí bowls and burgers some time."

Guru Curry House

★★★★★ 4.5 (335) • $$

"What a wonderful experience.Easily accessible location near Lake Merritt, Oakland. The establishment is clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated. Comforting colors and esthetics with a picturesque mural on the back wall. Looks like a geat location for a family meal.I can tell this a small operation however I am sure if the owner will prepare for large groups when contacted ahead of time. Anyway, I was there for lunch.We ordered Samosa Chaat to start, which I found to be very good. Those Samosas were well made and the different textures of the dish complemented each other well. The other dishes we ordered were Baingan Bharta (eggplant), Prawn Karahi, Garlic Cheese Naan, basmati rice, and (for fun) Acher. The prawn dish, spice level (optional) "hot", delicious !!!! Two stars there. The rice was perfectly cooked, the Naan was hot and tasty. Now, the eggplant was pounded or processed into almost a paste, seasoned well, but once I tasted that prawn dish, the eggplant came second. I love eggplant and missed the bite of it that I usually get. Overall, a very good meal with great customer service.The server was so nice he gave me four quarters for my meter when I asked for change which I thought was very sweet. He insisted that I keep my dollar bill-super sweet. He also guaranteed that the Prawn Karhari dish would be good and said to let him know if it wasn't however it was! He made good on that!Oh, Complementary Chai Self Serve station! Awesome"

Sushi Ken

★★★★☆ 4.2 (363) • $$

"Excellent options for veggie lovers for sushi/rolls. Great staff and the quality and taste of the food here is amazing."

Mayan Kitchen Food

★★★★☆ 4.4 (323) • $$

"Sitting in the center of historic Murphy Avenue, Mayan Kitchen has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (perfect on a summer evening). Empanadas 9/10: We tried the vegan and beef empanadas and loved them both. Crisp exteriors paired with flavorful, juicy filling made these a great appetizer, though I wouldn't have minded eating a bunch as a meal. Cochinita Pibil 8/10: This slow-cooked pork dish is good and borders on a 9/10 with its appealing presentation, fall-apart pork, and cilantro rice. I wish the pork had been a little less greasy as the fat congealed on the bottom, but I really enjoyed it regardless. The pickled onions give a nice hit of acid. Served with Tajin dusted jicama and beans. Potato Croquettes 7/10: I really enjoyed these but the cranberries were wholly unnecessary. I love croquettes and cranberries, but not together. They added a sweetness that clashed with the wonderfully savory croquettes. It's plated with tomatoes that are dressed in a cheesy, almost mozzarella or burrata flavor profile. Easily a 8.5/10 if it weren't for the cranberries. Aqua Fresca (seasonal Dragonfruit) 8/10: On the sweeter side, but still a really tasty drink. Their agua Fresca flavor changes throughout the year. Vegan Cheesecake and churro were good. Our server heard that we were hoping for a churro with no cream and was able to get one for us (they are cream-filled by default). Overall, the service was attentive and this spot caters really well to vegan diners and non-vegans alike!! They did forget one item on our order, but I won't dock any points for that :)"

Green Lotus

★★★★☆ 4.4 (278) • $$

"We've been here a bunch of times and it is now our favorite vegan Vietnamese spot. The first time we came, I could not believe it was vegan. The food is just so scrumptious and satisfying, and their prices aren't that bad either.Some of our favorite dishes are the Salted "Fish" Fried Rice, Soft Chow Mein, and "Chicken" & Mushroom Fried Rice. And the portions are huge! 2 people can easily share one dish. They have some really delicious tea drinks too.Always an enjoyable experience when we come here; service is excellent, all staff wear smiles, are so welcoming and friendly. Interior is spacious and comfortable, neat and clean. We've never been disappointed. Highly recommend."

Ugadi

★★★★☆ 3.6 (405) • $$

"The food is good.The prices are great. ( 2 unlimited Thalis for $26)Service is fast and friendly.First things first, the food.The thali came with Bhindi Kurkure, Fry, Chole, Saag, Dal, Sambar, Rasam, Chutney, Lemon rice, Yogurt, and the star of the show 2 hot, freshly made pooris. The food is on the tart side and I really loved it. It's just very simple vegetarian food. Of course, the simplicity didn't stop me from pigging out.I was a bit taken aback when the total came out to $26 for the two thalis and they didn't even give me a chance to tip them. This makes it the most reasonably priced place. The only thing negative about the place is that it needs a deep cleaning. They got the tough part, the food, right... a deep cleaning of the place will fix everything wrong( ...and that's very little) with the place."

Señor Sisig

★★★★☆ 4.1 (301) • $$

"I am a huge fan of the food truck. Usually I get some right before a Giants game! Sometimes we just look for them wherever there are trucks.Today was the first visit to the actual building. Clean, open and welcoming!The food is as tasty as ever. I did not expect that bar. I wonder if I can watch the Tyson fight here!"

Humbowl

★★★★★ 4.8 (207) • $$

"Came by for Sunday lunch with a friend and enjoyed the experience! I had the Togarashi 2.0 with mixed legumes, and it was so delicious. The rice was perfectly cooked, and everything was perfectly seasoned. The overall meal tasted so fresh and thoughtfully prepared. The waiter was also very kind and provided us with cucumber infused water. Would definitely return again!"

Thaibodia Bistro - Milpitas

★★★★☆ 4 (249) • $$

"We ordered the papaya salad and thai bbq sliced pork dish for dine-in on a Sunday evening. There were plenty of tables available to seat ourselves and order using the qr code at our table. Staff provided friendly and attentive service. These were large servings, the salad particularly piled high. The food was made fresh, the salad with a nice saltiness to it. The bbq pork was tender, slightly charred on the outside, and sweet in flavor. There were two large TV screens in the dining area, and random music playing in the background, including oldies like My Girl by the Temptations and some Ed Sheeran tunes. We appreciated the casual and laid back atmosphere while enjoying our meal."

Rajwadi Thali Chaat & Sweets - Fremont

★★★★☆ 3.6 (292) • $$

"Delcious unlimited Thali's!!!!! My boyfriend and I had a an amazing time at Rajwadi Thali Chaat and Sweets. Since it's unlimited, you can literally get refills on anything! My favorite was their shahi panner, I love how creamy it was. I just ended up drinking it at the end haha With your unlimited Thali, it also comes with dessert! My boyfriend loved the mango ras!!!I highly recommend this place, not only was the food amazing. The staff was so friendly and very attentive. They came around bringing out refills of the thali's, roti's, samosas,... and more!Thank you so much for inviting me to come enjoy delcious Thali's. I had an amazing time"

RĀW Superfood Café - San Jose

★★★★★ 4.5 (178) • $$

"My first time at RAW Superfood Cafe and it did not disappoint! The decor is really cute and there is lots of natural light. My daughter used the kiosk to place our order. She ordered the koji salami sandwich us to share and 2 magic matcha drinks. The sandwich was a good portion to share and drinks were yummy. Service was fast and friendly. I would definitely come back or visit another location closer to home :)"

Happy Flower Eatery & Boba

★★★★★ 4.6 (164) • $$

"Food tasted amazing. First time coming to this spot. We used their online portal for ordering for the staff. They also give discounts. Went to restaurant to pick up food and restaurant was very cute! The staff was very nice. Great place for vegetarians! They also have other protein options like tofu and chicken."

Petit Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (155) • $$

"Adorable sunny cafe with the best coffee I've had in a very long time. Staff is the nicest in Oakland. Plus so many gluten free options. I love it here."

Razzo's Pizza and Salads

★★★★☆ 3.8 (193) • $

"I'm always looking for a really good salad spot and I finally found one. I'm very picky with my salad dressings, in particular with ranch and they have restaurant style ranch which is delicious. The prices are very reasonable and the portions are great. They also have Pesto wings and fries which blew my mind. I feel like more restaurants should have more pesto options and they definitely have a great pesto sauce. I've tried pizza, wings, fries, salads and everything is 10/10. The service is also very friendly and quick."

Namaste Indian Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.6 (130)

"Outstanding food! I cannot recommend this place enough, best Indian food I've ever had. Ambiance seems casual, but the way the dishes are prepared and decorations inside surprised me! Service is fine, nothing special but it wasn't poor. Do yourself a favor and check this place out ASAP!"

Joyheart Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (78) • $$

"Thank you Yelpers. This place is located deep in a business park. No where near regular retail areas but it has the best vegetarian food around. I think it's associated with the temple next door. In either case the food was both filling, delicious and very healthy. I didn't feel run down like I do eating fast food or a quick burrito. The staff is super friendly and it's quiet with plenty of parking. Place is clean, spacious and had a very strong zen feel. Overall, a wonderful find with many more visits to come."

Tang’s Asian Vegetarian

★★★★★ 4.8 (58) • $$

"First time trying Tang's Asian Vegetarian place as I saw it on Yelp, and wanted to take my friend since she is a vegetarian.The service: everyone was super nice and kind. Parking: Spacious Food: All vegetarian dishes!We ordered the fried mushroom as our appetizer and it was delicious! The portions were huge so definitely shareable! I ordered the bánh canh, and when they brought it out something was off about it like the smell but I usually don't get vegetarian food so I'm not sure what it was. My friend ordered the thit kho. Everything was good until we got home and our stomachs were hurting. I'm not sure if it was our own individual meals.. I think so because I doubt it was the mushrooms. But because my stomach hurt the entire day / night I don't think I'll be back."

Lunch Box

★★★★☆ 4 (78) • $

"We were here on Sunday and ordered Kitfo and Yebeg Tibs to go. Pro:Both dishes were outstanding, both flavorful and delicious. Highly recommend Kitfo (they can be rare, medium-rare, or well done, we got medium-rare)If you can't handle spicy, remember to get non-spicy when they ask. I didn't think Ethiopian food was known for its spicy level, so it took me by surprise how spicy it was (I can handle spicy food BTW). Con:The phone order process was a challenge. I asked for the Goden Tibs (Lunchbox Special), and they said they didn't have it. I then tried to order Kitfo, since I couldn't pronounce it, so I spelled it out for her, but it took a while to get the message crossed. If you are looking for their menu, go to Google and use their menu pics. Overall, although the phone order was a hassle, but overall, loved their food and especially the Kitfo (I would love to try the rare version next time)."

Kween’s

★★★★☆ 4.3 (28)

"I was craving something sweet after dinner so we decided to stop by for some rolled ice cream. The staff was very friendly and service was quick. The ice cream was super delicious and big with all of the toppings. It's a great value for the quality they have. 10/10 recommend!"

Millennium

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$$

"Food was EXCELLENT, service was excellent, ambiance was excellent. This restaurant is my top 2 favorite vegan spot (other would be wild seed in sf). The menu is seasonal and the dishes are paired so well with the flavor. 10/10 will be back soon :)"

Merit Vegan Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$

"I was excited to hear about a vegan Vietnamese spot in the Bay Area and decided to check it out. Having recently visited Vietnam and loved the food there, my expectations were pretty high--but this place didn't disappoint!The pho and spicy noodle soup were perfect for the cold weather, and the portions were huge. We also really enjoyed the potstickers and spring rolls as starters.The staff was super friendly and brought great energy, especially when celebrating people's birthdays. The service was quick too, which is always a plus.The ambiance gave me major Vietnam vibes and brought back some great memories of my trip. I'll definitely be coming back!"

Chaat Bhavan - Sunnyvale

★★★★☆ 3.7 • $$

"I've never had Indian food before!! What crazy I know, and I had been recommended this place and I thought why not! And I am so glad that I did I feel as if my palate has extended to new places, I understand why pani poori is so popular because wow what an explosion of flavors and textures. I as well enjoyed the plate because I feel as if I got to enjoy a little bit of everything without a commitment to something large which is nice for my first time. I would definitely come here again to try something new. As for the restaurant very very clean and nicely kept, it honestly gives kinda fancy. Def recommend"