Whether you’re a strict vegan or simply exploring the ethical, health and environmental benefits of the lifestyle, Nov. 1, World Vegan Day, is a perfect time to enjoy San Diego's fare along those lines.
There are plenty of options. To help you in your search, Hoodline combed Yelp data and applied our own methodology to come up with the top vegan dining destinations in San Diego.
1. The PurpleMint Vegan Bistro
Topping the list is The PurpleMint Vegan Bistro. Located at 6171 Mission Gorge Road, Suite 118 (between Twain and Vandever avenues) in Grantville, the Vietnamese spot is the highest-rated vegan restaurant in San Diego, boasting 4.5 stars out of 675 reviews on Yelp.
2. Veggilish
Next up is Core-Columbia's Veggilish, at 1146 Seventh Ave. (between C and B streets). With 4.5 stars out of 171 reviews on Yelp, the vegetarian and vegan spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Native Foods
Clairemont Mesa East's Native Foods, at 5604 Balboa Ave., is another top choice. Yelpers give the vegan spot, which offers sandwiches and more, four stars out of 510 reviews.
4. Civico 1845
Civico 1845, an Italian, gluten-free and vegan spot in Little Italy, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 1,770 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1845 India St. (between Date and Fir streets) to see for yourself.
5. City Tacos
Over in North Park, check out City Tacos, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 1,822 reviews on Yelp. You can find the vegan and vegetarian spot, which offers tacos and more, at 3028 University Ave. (between Ohio and Ray streets).
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