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Estimated from 1,062 restaurants here, using Cowspiracy, The Vegan Calculator, Technomic and Garnett et al., PNAS 2019.

Vegan restaurants in San Diego, CA

192vegan
mains

Thanh Tinh Chay Restaurant

Vietnamese · 4591 El Cajon Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Dried Eggless Noodle

    tofu loaf, cilantro, chives, celery, a choice of beef, chicken, fish ball, pork belly, peking duck, salmon, shrimp paste, or tofu, and a choice of dried eggless noodles, glass noodles, or udon noodles

  • Tofu Loaf Buns

    tofu, steam bun, green onion, peanut, peanut sauce, and lettuce

  • Vietnamese Macaroni

    mushroom, macaroni, fresh tomato, cauliflower, carrot, broccoli, baby corn, and a choice of beef, chicken, ham, pork belly, salmon, sea bass, shrimp, teriyaki chicken sesame, tofu, or vietnamese sausage

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  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Tamale Bowl

    vegan cheese, tamale, sauce, rice, and beans

  • Vegan Carne Asada Burrito

    vegan cheese, vegan carne asada, pico de gallo, fresh guacamole, and burrito tortilla

  • Vegan Western Bacon Cheeseburger

    tomato, pickle, onion, lettuce, cheese, beyond meat, beef bun, bbq sauce, and bacon

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57vegan
mains

Tacotarian

Mexican · 4332 30th St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Breakfast Sammy

    JUST™ egg, breakfast sausage, sliced cheddar and chipotle ranch on toasted pretzel bun. Served with breakfast potatoes

  • Breakfast Taco Platter

    3 tacos with JUST™ egg, chorizo, potatoes, avocado, cheddar, pico, crema and cilantro GF

  • Breakfast Burrito

    JUST™ Egg scramble, sausage, cheese, potatoes, black beans, morita salsa, guac, pico & crema. Served with a side of fruit and breakfast potatoes

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50vegan
mains

Veganic Thai Cafe

Thai · 1417 University Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Spicy Fried Rice

    scallions, jasmine rice, garlic, fresh basil, chili, carrots, bell peppers, and a choice of soy chicken, soy duck, soy beef, soy shrimp, steamed tofu, or fried tofu

  • Garden Wrap

    wrap, spring mix vegetables, soy chicken, shiitake black mushrooms, and carrots

  • Noodle Soup

    vegetable broth, spinach, rice noodles, and beansprouts

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44vegan
mains

Veggie Grill

American · 4353 La Jolla Village Dr
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Chik'n Tenders

    Classic crispy or Buffalo style chik'n tenders. Served with your choice of dipping sauce (BBQ, ranch, Buffalo, blue cheese, hunny mustard, orange glaze)

  • Fresh Summer Rolls

    Crispy organic tofu, mango, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and fresh herbs wrapped in rice paper. Served with house-made peanut sauce

  • Southwest Nachos

    Crisp, fresh-fried organic tortilla chips topped with house-made queso, Tex-Mex beefy crumbles or chopped grilled chik'n, ranchero beans, house-made guacamole, pico de gallo, and jalapenos. Finished with a drizzle of tangy pepper crema

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44vegan
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Donna Jean

Italian · 2949 Fifth Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Gluten-Free Caesar Salad

    radishes, parmesan, caesar dressing, and butter lettuce

  • GF Squash Rigatoni Carbonara

    smoked maitake, saba, parmesan, kabocha squash oat cream, gluten-free rigatoni, and aleppo

  • Salt Crusted Potatoes

    za'atar ranch, smoked date puree, salt, fingerling potatoes, and black garlic

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42vegan
mains

Alforon

Mediterranean · 5965 El Cajon Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Falafel Salad (Vegan)

    romaine lettuce, falafel nuggets, and diced tomatoes

  • Favarugula Salad (Vegan)

    lemon, fava beans, evoo dressing, and arugula

  • Vegan Kibbie

    spinach, squash, herbs and spices, and cracked wheat

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41vegan
mains

Choice Juicery

American · 1425 India St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Orange Dreamsicle Bowl

    pineapple, orange, house-made plant-based milk, granola, eco-protein, dates, and banana

  • Superloaf

    rolled oats, polenta, olive oil, flax seeds, dry active yeast, coconut sugar, chickpea flour, and chia seeds

  • Chocolate Superhero Bowl

    sprouted almonds, house-made plant-based milk, granola, eco-protein, dates, cacao powder, and banana

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39vegan
mains

Hugo's Cocina

Mexican · 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Carne Asada Burrito

    vegan cheese, carne asada, and burrito tortilla

  • Vegan California Burrito

    vegan cheese, salsa, guacamole, french fries, and burrito tortilla

  • Vegan Scrambled Tofu

    tortillas, scrambled tofu, onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers

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39vegan
mains

Evolution

American · 2965 Fifth Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Bowl of Chili

    chili

  • California Burrito

    Off the Grill · whole wheat tortilla, pico de gallo, guacamole, french fries, cashew cheese, and carne asada

  • Tracy's Raw Fiesta Burger

    House Burgers · tomato, raw burger patty, onion, lettuce, guacamole, and cabbage wrap

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37vegan
mains

Rasraj Restaurant

Indian · 9252 Miramar Rd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Dal Wada Plate

    herbs, spices, and dal wada

  • Spicy Garlic Mysore Masala

    rice and lentil crepe, potato masala, and garlic mysore chutney

  • Tomato Cilantro Uttapam

    tomato, dosa batter, and cilantro

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36vegan
mains

Elvira

Italian · 4996 W Point Loma Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Rigatoni al Sugo

    vegan parmigiano, red onions, rigatoni, fresh tomato sauce, chopped tomatoes, and basil

  • Vegan Pane, Avocado, and Carbonara

    toast bread, poached eggs, glazed guanciale, carbonara sauce, and avocado

  • Vegan Tonnarello Cacio e Pepe

    tonnarelli, cacio, and black pepper

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35vegan
mains

The Purple Mint Vegan Bistro

Vietnamese · 4616 El Cajon Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Black Rice Pasta in Coconut Milk

    tofu slices, fried potato slices, cucumbers, crushed peanuts, coconut milk, black rice angel hair noodles, and bean sprouts

  • House Combination Fried Rice

    soy proteins, shrimp, plant-based proteins, organic vegetable medley, fried rice, cashews, bun, and broccoli

  • Yam & Sweet Potato Curry

    yam, white onions, tofu, taros, sweet potatoes, potatoes, king mushrooms, coconut milk, and cilantro

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34vegan
mains

Val's Vegan Kitchen

American · 2611 El Cajon Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Chip Butty Grilled Cheese

    french fries, cheese, bread, and a choice of impossible chicken nuggets, or impossible meatballs

  • Sausage, Kale, and Mushroom Quesadilla

    sriracha aioli, pan-fried tortillas, onion, mushroom, kale, impossible sausage, cheese shreds, cashew queso, and aioli

  • California Curry Quesadilla

    tortillas, impossible chicken nuggets, cheese shreds, cashew queso, and brown japanese curry

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32vegan
mains

Grains

American · 2201 Adams Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Drunken Angel

    Angel hair pasta stir fried with mushrooms + tofu + garlic + bell peppers + onions + cherry tomatoes + serranos + finger root + fresh basil | Gluten free optional

  • Pan-Seared Fettuccini

    Pan-seared fettuccini pasta until golden brown | Light gravy broth + steamed tofu + mushroom + bokchoy + scallion

  • Bahn Mi Pulled "Pork" Sandwich

    vegan cheese, serrano, jackfruit, five-spice tofu, daikon pickle, cilantro, carrot pickle, and bahn mi bread

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31vegan
mains

WorldBeat Cafe

American · 2100 Park Blvd
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Louisiana Creole Gumbo

    Creole style with okra, tomato, corn, celery, spices and herbs, served over basmati rice and a side of collard greens, potato salad, corn bread muffin, and side salad

  • Cheezy Bean Vegan Burrito

    wheat flour tortilla, vegan cheese, diced tomatoes, and cannellini beans

  • Vegan Chili Dog

    vegan sausage, vegan cheese, red onions, pretzel bun, microgreen sprouts, diced tomatoes, and costa chica chili

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28vegan
mains

Pazza Market & Cucina

Italian · 4577 La Jolla Village Dr
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Pizza Margherita

    vegan mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, pizza crust, and basil

  • Pinsarella Pinsa Romana

    pinsa romana crust

  • Vegan Pappardelle al Funghi

    pappardelle, mixed mushroom sauce, garlic, fresh italian parsley, and extra virgin olive oil

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27vegan
mains

Il Posto

Italian · 2145 Fern St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Pizza Funghi Vegana

    vegan mozzarella, pizza crust, pepper, mushrooms, garlic, evoo, and basil

  • Pizza Norma Vegana

    vegan ricotta, vegan mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes, pepper, evo oil, eggplant, and basil

  • Pizza Puttanesca Vegana

    san marzano tomatoes, pizza crust, garlic, cherry tomato, black olives, basil, and anchovies

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27vegan
mains

So Saap

Thai · 4134 University Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Lemongrass Stir-Fry

    stir fry sauce, mixed vegetables, and lemongrass

  • Vegan Thai Boat Noodle

    vegan beef slices, vegan beef meatballs, vegan beef broth, and noodles

  • Vegan Laab

    vegan meat of choice, vegan fish sauce dressing, red onion, rice powder, mixed cilantro, mint, lime, green onion, and cilantro

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  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Mock Duck & Kale Salad

    Fresh kale, cucumber, carrots, corn, beetroot and red onion topped with crispy mock duck. Served with lemon vinaigrette

  • Vegan Chicken Satay

    peanut sauce, marinated soy chicken, and cucumber chutney

  • Vegan Pumpkin Curry

    red curry paste, pumpkin, eggplants, coconut milk, and bell peppers

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24vegan
mains

Bread & Cie

American · 350 University Ave
  • Almost Certainly Vegan
  • Seeded Sourdough Batard (1 lb.)

    seeds, and sourdough bread

  • Fig & Anise (1 lb.)

    yeast bread, figs, and anise

  • Levain (1 lb.)

    organic whole wheat flour, and levain starter

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24vegan
mains

Kindred

American · 1503 30th St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Synonym Roll

    orange doughboy icing, and cinnamon roll

  • Eggroll Burger

    sweet chili aioli, sesame bun, impossible shumai, egg roll fillings, and cilantro

  • Congee

    tamagoyaki, shiitake, scallion, rice porridge, garlic chip, fusion soyrizo, and congee

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23vegan
mains

Ike's Sandwiches

American · 3625 Midway Dr a20
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • 632. Helen Keller

    Vegan Steak, Beer-Battered Onion Rings, BBQ Sauce, American

  • 170. Vegan Not So Sloppy Ike

    Vegan Meatballs, BBQ Sauce, Vegan Cheese

  • 172. Vegan Toad

    Mushrooms, Marinara, Avocado, Vegan Cheese

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23vegan
mains

Bhojan Griha

Indian · 2367 San Diego Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Aloo Tiki

    roasted cumin powder, potato, himalayan pink salt, exotic spices, dry mango powder, coriander powder, and caraway seed

  • Okra Chana Curry

    tomato, spices, onion, okra, and garbanzo beans

  • Tofu Chilli

    tomato, tofu, onion, garlic, and bell peppers

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23vegan
mains

Ike's Love & Sandwiches

American · 2169 Fenton Pkwy
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • 632. Helen Keller

    Vegan Steak, Beer-Battered Onion Rings, BBQ Sauce, American

  • 170. Vegan Not So Sloppy Ike

    Vegan Meatballs, BBQ Sauce, Vegan Cheese

  • 172. Vegan Toad

    Mushrooms, Marinara, Avocado, Vegan Cheese

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22vegan
mains

Sab Lai Thai Kitchen

Thai · 500 5th Avenue
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Mock Chicken Satay

    skewers, peanut sauce, mock chicken, and cucumber chutney

  • Veggie Tempura

    zucchini, yam, tempura batter, eggplant, carrot, and broccoli

  • Vegan Pad Ka Pow

    thai chili, pad ka pow sauce, onions, green beans, garlic, carrots, bell peppers, and basil

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20vegan
mains

Dao Fu

Vietnamese · 3332 Adams Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Organic Miso Ramen

    zucchini, tofu, snow peas, shiitake mushrooms, sesame seeds, seaweed, onion, mock chicken, miso broth, and broccoli

  • Mango Mock Chicken

    mock chicken, and mango

  • Citrus Mock Chicken

    vegetables, rice, mock chicken, and citrus sauce

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19vegan
mains

Nishiki Ramen

Japanese · no street address
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Tofu Delight Ramen

    tomato, tofu chashu, soybean broth, ramen noodles, green onion, corn, and cabbage

  • Vegan Tofu Spicy Ramen

    tofu chashu, spicy hot sauce, soybean broth, ramen noodles, green onion, and corn

  • Vegan Soy Karaage Delight Ramen

    tomato, soy bean-based broth, ramen noodles, no-egg, impossible chicken karaage, green onion, corn, and cabbage

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17vegan
mains

Peace Pies

American · 4230 Voltaire St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Magical Mango Curry Wrap

    mixed veggies, mango, coconut tortilla, and avocado

  • Buffalo Falafel Wrap

    tomato, pickles, falafel, coconut tortilla, cashew cheez, buffalo sauce, and avocado

  • Voltaire Street Tacos

    zucchini shell, walnut meat, salsa, guacamole, flax shell, and cheese

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17vegan
mains

Himalayan Yak & Yeti

Indian · 6784 El Cajon Blvd Ste -- D
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Mushroom Tikka Masala

    Fresh mushrooms mixed in onion & tomato sauce, then cooked with veganly made sauce in a perfect combination with other Himalayan herbs & spices

  • Vegan Veggi Korma

    Fresh vegetables like green peas, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, all cooked in onion sauce mixed with veganly made cream sauce in a perfect combination with other Himalayan herbs & spices

  • Vegan Bhindi Masala

    Okra & onion sautéed with onion & tomato sauce (Veganly made) in a perfect combination with other Himalayan herbs & spices

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16vegan
mains

Civico 1845

Italian · 1845 India St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Spaghetti e Polpette

    vegan parmesan, spaghetti pasta, san marzano tomato sauce, olives, eggplant meatballs, and bread crumbs

  • Fusilli del Sud

    melted vegan mozzarella, italian eggplant, house marinara sauce, fusilli, and beyond italian sausage

  • Vegan Tiramisu

    mascarpone sauce, ladyfingers, and espresso

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16vegan
mains

Buona Forchetta

Italian · 3001 Beech St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Caprese

    tomato, mozzarella di bufala, and basil

  • Insalata Vegana

    quinoa, cranberry, chickpeas, baby spinach, and balsamic dressing

  • Caprese Vegana

    tomato, mozzarella di bufala, and basil

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15vegan
mains

Yard House Restaurant

American · 1640 Camino Del Rio
  • Almost Certainly Vegan
  • Gardein Buffalo Wings

    Buffalo Wings, Gardein w/ Ranch Dressing, Appetizers, Gardein, Eat, Eat Menu, Snacks, Appetizers, Pizzas & Platters, Appetizer Add On, Dinner, Menu 3, Menu 4, Gardein Menu, Lunch, Menu 1, Lunch, Menu 2, Vegetarian YardHouse

  • Gardein Firecracker Wings

    Gardein Firecracker Wings w/ Spicy Sesame Garlic Plum Glaze & Green Onions, Appetizers, Gardein, Eat, Eat Menu, Snacks, Appetizers, Pizzas & Platters, Appetizer Add On, Dinner, Menu 3, Menu 4, Gardein Menu, Lunch, Menu 1, Menu 2, Vegetarian YardHouse

  • Gardein Jerk Wings
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Mama's Bakery & Deli

Mediterranean · 4237 Alabama St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Grape Leaves Wrap

    tomatoes, rice, pickles, parsley, lettuce, grape leaves, and baba ghanouj

  • Falafel Salad

    tomato, lettuce, and falafel

  • Falafel Wrap

    wrap, tomatoes, tahini sauce, pickles, parsley, lettuce, and falafel

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14vegan
mains

Sauced Pizzeria

Italian · 4475 Ingraham St
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese

    vegan parmesan cheese, vegan italian crumbles, red wine reduction, and noodles

  • Vegan Cheese Pizza

    vegan cheese, tomato sauce, and pizza crust

  • Vegan Fettuccini Alfredo

    fettuccine pasta, and alfredo sauce

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14vegan
mains

The Yasai

Japanese · 4646 Convoy St #101-A
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Vegan Karaage Bao Buns

    sun-dried tomatoes, pickled red onions, miso shiitake mushrooms, eel sauce, cilantro, chimichurri mayo, and bao bun

  • Vegan Curry Ramen

    truffle zest, sweet corn, ramen noodles, negii onions, eggplant, creamy vegetable broth, bok choy, and bamboo

  • Vegan Tonkatsu-Karaage Curry

    rice, panko-breaded vegan cutlet, and japanese curry sauce

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13vegan
mains

Café Tropics

American · 844 W Mission Bay Dr
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • No Worries Bowl

    strawberries, granola, coconut shreds, chia seeds, blueberries, banana, agave, and acai

  • Tropics Bowl

    strawberries, sliced almonds, mango, kiwi, hemp seeds, granola, banana, agave, and açaí

  • Mermaid Bowl

    strawberries, pitaya, matcha, hemp seeds, granola, coconut cream, coconut, blueberries, banana, and agave

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13vegan
mains

The Joint Sushi & Tapas

Japanese · 4902 Newport Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Veggie Nigiri

    vegan vegetables, rice, and nori

  • Asparagus Maki

    sushi rice, nori, and asparagus

  • In Yo' Grill Veggie Roll

    shoyu, shiitake, shishito pepper, shio, sesame oil, charred negi, brown rice, black pepper, avocado, asparagus, and ao nori

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13vegan
mains

Shawarma House

Mediterranean · 4884 Newport Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Falafel Plate

    Hand-formed and fried to order, crisp outside and green inside. Fully vegan with tahini, salad and rice

  • Vegan Shawarma Plate

    (vegan, gluten free)

  • Vegan Shawarma Pita Wrap

    (vegan)

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Cafe Athena

Greek · 1846 Garnet Ave
  • Vegan as it Comes
  • Ratatouille

    seasoned tomato sauce, herbs de Provence, and garden vegetables

  • Falafel Patties

    tahini sauce, and falafel

  • Marinated Artichoke Hearts

    garlic, fresh lemon juice, evoo, and artichoke hearts

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13vegan
mains

Royal India

Indian · 329 Market St
  • Almost Certainly Vegan
  • Aloo Gobi

    tomatoes, spices, potatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, and cauliflower

  • Punjabi Aloo

    tomatoes, spicy curry sauce, potatoes, onions, ginger, and garlic

  • Aloo Matter

    potato cubes, peas, herbs, and curry

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