Vegetarian diets have never been more popular. In 2022, more than 9.7 million U.S. consumers follow a vegetarian diet – a more than 3,200% increase since 2007, according to data from DoorDash. The delivery service saw more than 1.5 million plant-based meat orders placed in the first half of 2022, an impressive number for the ever-evolving protein.
With the help of DoorDash’s aggregated data, we’ve rounded up the five most popular vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Washington, DC. World Vegetarian Day is on Saturday, Oct. 1, and to celebrate, why not indulge in some of your city’s delicious veggie-full options?
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Enjoy house-made Tel Aviv street food, all crafted from plants and plant-based proteins, at this popular fast-casual restaurant. The menu features tasty veggie-filled bowls, as well as falafels, mushroom shawarma, and an award-winning veggie burger, among other items. This spot is a must-visit for hummus lovers, the menu has four varieties and they are each served with your choice of fresh pita chips or cucumber slices. Check out the full menu here.
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14929 Shady Grove Road, Rockville MD / Website
With colorful meals packed with fresh veggies, an entirely vegan menu, and an overall brand commitment to the environment, there’s a lot to love at St. Veg. The menu includes vegan imitations of classic dishes, like the “spaghetti and vegballs” and the “no-guilt burger.” There’s also a huge selection of unique, vibrant, veggie-heavy dishes like the Japanese katsu curry bowl, the tofu and veggie shredded medley bowl, and the St. Veg pho. Check out the full menu here.
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4910 Elm Street, Bethesda MD / Website
With an uber-chic interior and a menu loaded with delectable plant-based dishes, PLANTA Queen is a must-visit for an aspiring vegetarian. Enjoy fresh sushi made from plants, with flavorful creations like the unagi eggplant nigiri, ahi watermelon nigiri, and the mushroom bacon inari. Other tasty dishes include udon noodles, the “Planta Burger”, and spicy lumaconi pasta, in addition to a lengthy list of vegan pizza varieties. Check out the full menu here.
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This popular local chain is extremely passionate about creating vegan soul food and creating healthy, quality dining options for everyone. The entirely vegan menu features fish, crab cakes, fried steak, lasagna, barbecue tofu with rice, chicken drumsticks, as well as a tasty selection of sandwiches. This spot also has a fabulous brunch menu, filled with all the classic grits, pancakes, omelets and oatmeals you could imagine, all of which are vegan too. Check out the full menu here.
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2120 18th Street NW / Website
This spot is known for its tasty Indian-style vegan cuisine. Its menu includes spinach dosa, a baingan bharta made with eggplant, and fried rice, among other flavorful dishes from the lengthy menu. VEGZ is also one of Door Dash’s top-rated, most reliable restaurants in the DMV, according to its ordering page for the delivery service. Check out the full menu here.
Hungry for more vegan treats in the city? Check out our picks for the 5 Best Vegan Ice Cream Shops In DC.
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