Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Phoenix

"The whirring sound of blenders fills the air at mother-daughter-owned Pomegranate Café, as fruits and veggies get pulverized into superfood smoothies like the “Green Monkey” (with spirulina and Sunwarrior protein powder). The food menu is extensive and robust, offering more than a dozen breakfast items including scrambles, wraps, and burritos. That is followed by a slew of starters (standard vegan appetizers like Buffalo cauliflower, spinach artichoke dip with bread and chips, and a hummus plate), plus salads, sandwiches, and plant-based burgers."

"Healthy, wholesome, yet still delectable, brunch and lunch selections are artfully created and served using only the highest quality ingredients. Try the Breakfast Burrito, made with your choice egg or tofu, seasonal veggies, harvest hash, anasazi beans, vegan or cheddar cheese and then wrapped in a spinach tortilla and served with the house salsa. French toast is an art here, and the a selection of fresh baked goods is available for you to take home."

"The Pomegranate Cafe is a vegan and vegetarian restaurant serving up organic and locally-sourced dishes. From veggie-filled burritos (like above) to mouth-watering burgers, the Pomegranate Cafe has something for both carnivores and herbivores alike. In addition to tasty meals that’ll fill you up, they also carry a huge selection of delicious treats."

"This restaurant sources organic and non-GMO ingredients when possible. Their menu features vegan burgers, rice bowls, salads, and so much more. The walls are decorated with art from local artists and are constantly changing to feature new aspiring artists."

"Every time I eat at this restaurant my experience gets worst. I stopped returning. There's not too many healthy options on their vegan menu."

"Guadalupe Rd., Tempe, 480- 753-4411, 24carrotscafe.com Craving a Sonoran hot dog sans sausage?. This bright, airy eatery offers a panoply of plant-based comfort food classics like burgers and BLTs and yes, even a seitan hot dog freckled with faux bacon. Pair your fresh, meat-free meal with a cold-pressed juice or organic smoothie, grab a seat on the café’s comfy couch and thank the vegan gods for 24 Carrots."

"Sasha Raj pulls out so many stops at 24 Carrots — chutneys, “labneh,” powder from mushrooms she forages herself — that “vegan restaurant” doesn’t fully capture her meatless style of cooking. There are raw soups, juices, tacos, “burgers.” Beloved global preparations get thoughtful remixes, everything from dan dan noodles to Sonoran “hot dogs.”. A post shared by 24carrots (@24carrots)"

"True Food Kitchen, self proclaims it is “the ONLY restaurant fundamentally based on science,” founded by Dr. Andrew Weil and ran by a chef-led culinary team, this unique farm to table, eco-chic dining chain serves up SUPER health conscious fare including flavorful grass fed meat and organic plant-based dishes, ancient grain bowls, vegan options, wine and hand-crafted cocktails/mock-tails. *Staying true to fruits and vegetable “seasons” True Food Kitchen has a rotating menu that changes every couple of months making sure the featured dishes are created with the ripest and freshest ingredients. *While I wouldn’t come here if your SUPER HUNGRY as the servings can be a bit small this is definitely a unique spot to check out, especially those who pride themselves in “clean eating"

"Founded by wellness celebrity Dr. Andrew Weil, True Food Kitchen features seasonal menus focused on fresh, local ingredients — many of which come from nearby organic farms. Start things off with a refreshing juice, tea or craft cocktail, and dig into the menu, which offers a variety of tasty vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free creations. Favorites include all the starters (you read that right) as well as the roasted squash and ricotta panini and the butternut squash pizza."

"I was surprised to find, although making a reservation and asking for a nice table away from the exit, we were given a tiny table crowded against a large..."

"Desert Roots Kitchen is a vegan and vegetarian cafe tucked away in a colorful alley in downtown Tempe. Chef and owner Leslie Robin, a vegan for more than a decade, dishes out hearty and delicious vegetarian and vegan cuisine featuring fresh ingredients sourced from local farms. The menu changes frequently but often features pasta salads, rice and bean dishes, vegetarian tamales, vegetarian chili, soups, mixed greens, hummus, and an array of vegetarian deli items."

"For most plant-based eaters, Desert Roots Kitchen is a welcome supplement to the usual restaurant experience. Whether you need a quick bite for one or you're looking to stock your hotel fridge or picnic basket, this spot will do the trick. With more of a low-fuss, deli-style approach to vegan options, the menu changes daily (check their Instagram account for updates), with most items on display."

"Desert Root Kitchen is the crunchy vegan cafe of your inner college kid's dreams. Cloistered from the hustle and bustle of Tempe's Mill Avenue by its location off the Mill Avenue Shops inner courtyard, Desert Roots Kitchen takes a casual approach to its menu. It changes day to day and is usually scrawled out in multi-colored marker."

"Neither me or my fiancé had been here in probably 10 years, but we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The food was very well cooked, and presented."

"If you want to join the trend to mindful eating, Farm & Craft has got you covered!. This health-centric restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale is devoted to serving healthy foods made with gluten-free, organic, and hormone-free ingredients. Expect to find vegetables and proteins loaded into almost everything, from fresh sandwiches to grain bowls."

"Cool bistro serving organic, gluten-free & other conscientious eats in stylish digs with a patio. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinnerPhone: +1 480-568-8980"

"El Dorado Park is one of the biggest municipal parks in Scottsdale, featuring 60 acres of green space and two lakes. This is a popular weekend destination, with four reservable ramadas, seven drop-in ramadas, three reservable picnic areas, and two drop-in picnic areas. There are two playgrounds for the kids, three lighted softball fields, a soccer field, full basketball court, and lighted sand volleyball court."

"For over 50 years, Eldorado Park has provided the Scottsdale community with a place to connect and play. This 60-acre park offers sports and water recreation activities, including a multi-use path, community center, lighted ball fields and more amenities. In addition, visitors find playgrounds, a lake for fishing, swimming pool and picnic areas, all ideal for families to spend the day outdoors."

"You’ll find a fitness center and a rounded path that extends between North and South Lake (go to North for boating and South for picnicking). A little detour off the mile-long Full Loop Trail is Wedge Skate Park. And scattered throughout the grounds are sets of ramadas (for days when the Arizona sun is at its peak)."

"Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center rescues and rehabilitates injured wildlife and releases them back into the wild, and it provides a sanctuary for orphaned animals native to Arizona. The center also provides education on the importance of nature and wildlife, as well as the role they play in our world. The center is home to a range of animals, including black bears, bobcats, coyotes, jaguars, mountain lions, Mexican grey wolves, and porcupines, among others."

"Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center is a wildlife sanctuary for animals that have lost their homes. The SWCC also rescues animals that were found injured, orphaned, or abandoned. The center helps nurse many of the animals it comes across back to health before returning them to their natural homes."

"Scottsdale offers more than 400 miles of hiking trails, most of which you can access for free. Two local favorites are Pinnacle Peak Park, which features a wide switchback trail and scenic summit views, and Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, which boasts more than 225 miles of shared-use trails in the McDowell Mountain foothills."

"Arizona Federal Theatre is a 5,000 seat entertainment venue located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, home to concerts and comedy performances as well as theatre and family friendly shows."