When most people think of vegetarian and vegan diets, all that comes to mind are salads and vegetables. Sometimes it can be difficult to find a delicious meal to satisfy not only your nutritional needs, but your tastebuds as well. Listed below are a sprinkling of ideas to satisfy all of your vegetarian and vegan cravings.

 

Blaze Pizza

Blaze Pizza offers a wide variety of toppings ranging from various types of cheeses to a large selection of veggies. Among these options, gluten free crust and vegan cheese is offered to suit all preferences. The pizzas are customizable. You can pile up the toppings to what suits your fancy for the same cost. At Blaze Pizza, meals are made fast, delicious, and exactly to the individual’s preference.

Address:  2157 Brea Mall, Brea, CA 92821

Hours:   Monday-Friday: 10AM-9PM

 Saturday: 10AM-8PM

 Sunday: 11AM-6PM

 

Cafe Gratitude

If you are in the market for something a little fancier and feeling slightly more spendy, Gratitude Cafe is the place. Cafe Gratitude is a 100% organic plant-based restaurant specializing in gourmet cuisines. They strive for a positive, healthy environment for the customers based on the foundation of the menu. The vibe throughout the restaurant is very granola and aesthetically pleasing.

Address: A, 1617 Westcliff Dr #112, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Hours: Monday- Sunday: 7AM – 10 PM

Number: (949) 386-8100

 

Whole Foods

Whole Foods is a buffet style eatery with an additional juice bar. The buffet style makes it possible to select from a wide variety of food, including vegetarian and vegan options. At the juice bar, customizable juices, smoothies and acai bowls are offered. All buffet food is cooked fresh and made with organic products perfect for each individual’s need. Not only are there many precooked options, but there is also  a salad bar with a plethora of options to adjust to the individual’s liking.

Address: 3301 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92823

Hours: Monday- Sunday: 7AM-10PM

Number: (714) 528-7400

 

Urth Cafe

Urth Cafe offers a variety of vegan and vegetarian items. They are known for their breakfast and lunch menus, as well as for various specialty drinks. Among those drinks are coffee, tea and boba. The restaurant is usually fairly small and located in an urban setting. There is always outdoor seating available for the days customers want to experience their food in the warmth of the sunshine.

Address:  308 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 6AM-10PM

Friday-Saturday: 6AM-12PM

Number: (949) 376-8888

 

Native Foods Cafe

Native Foods Cafe has become America’s premier fast-casual vegan restaurant with locations all over the United States. The menu is seasonally updated inspired by the changing climates. All items on the menu are 100% plant-based and made fresh daily. Some of the most requested items include: Bold Flavors Buddha Bowl, award-winning Ensalada Azteca, Twister Wrap, Native Chicken Wings, Native Nachos, Oatmeal Creme Pie and Peanut Butter Parfait.

Address: 2937 Bristol St E100, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Hours: Monday-Sunday: 11AM- 10PM

Number: (714) 751-2151