Philadelphia/ Food & Drinks
Published on April 21, 2020
Philadelphia's 3 favorite spots to find inexpensive vegan eatsSoy Cafe | Photo: Jackie M./Yelp

In search of a new favorite vegan spot?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable vegan restaurants around Philadelphia, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.

1. Grindcore House

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Topping the list is Grindcore House. Located at 1515 S. Fourth St. in Pennsport, the vegan and vegetarian spot, which offers coffee, tea and more, is the highest-rated cheap vegan restaurant in Philadelphia, boasting 4.5 stars out of 324 reviews on Yelp. 

The site has lots more information on Grindcore House.

"This spot is an entirely vegan coffeehouse in South Philly serving organic coffee, teas and pastries," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties. "The space also features a small lending library." On the menu, look for sandwiches, bagels, salads and beverages. Look for its peppered seitan sandwich topped with pickles and spinach. 

2. Soy Cafe

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Next up is Northern Liberties's Soy Cafe, situated at 630 N. Second St. With 4.5 stars out of 279 reviews on Yelp, the vegetarian and vegan spot, offering coffee, tea and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.

The site can tell you a thing or two more about Soy Cafe.

As to what the business is known for, "This cafe, which moved into its current space in 2007, is known for homemade soy milk-based specialty smoothies," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties. "Look for drinks like its fresh apple-cinnamon soy beverage or salads with handcrafted vinegar dressings. 

3. The Tasty

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The Tasty, a vegan, breakfast and brunch spot that offers coffee and tea and more in Passyunk Square, is another cheap go-to, with four stars out of 193 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1401 S. 12th St. to see for yourself.

This spot has been called a South Philly destination for affordable vegan comfort food by Philly Voice. On the menu, there's breakfast burritos, French toast, waffles and more. Look for vegan sausage and onions paired with biscuits and gravy. 


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