10 Vegetarian Restaurants In San Jose, California

vegetarian restaurants in san jose
Sudarsana
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The city of San Jose in California is one of the populous cities in the United States. This global city is the home to many architectural landmarks, historical heritage and abundant diversions making it one of the notable tourist destinations. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose is the economic hub with hundreds of booming high-tech industries and hotspot for technological innovations. The city has earned the title ‘Capital of Silicon Valley’ for its hyper-educated population and highest GDP per capita in the world. Apart from its abundant diversities, the city of San Jose is also known for its diverse delicacies ranging from Vietnamese, Brazilian Indian and Korean, creating a perfect blend of delectable dishes around the world. The unique diversity of this beautiful city is reflected in their cuisine. Even if you are a vegetarian or looking for plant-based dining options, the city has great vegetarian restaurants with authentic flavors and cooking styles to satiate your craving. Let’s have a look at the best vegetarian restaurants in San Jose, California to explore the best vegan options.

1. Vegetarian House


This vegan restaurant in San Jose is known for serving a large variety of gluten-free vegan dishes. The dishes are mostly influenced by the East and West and are prepared with healthy and fried ingredients. Some of the great dishes that can grace your platter include the Asian-inspired dishes such as quinoa sushi, vegetable tempura. The western-inspired dishes include avocado and tempeh, tofu-stir fry. All the dishes are served with allergy warning and with the mentioned spice levels.

Vegetarian House

Address: 520 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA

Website: Vegetarian House

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 11:30 am - 3pm, 4pm - 8:30 pm; Mon, Wed - Thu: 11:30 am - 2pm, 5pm - 8:30pm (closed on Tue)

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2. Good Karma Artisan Ales & Café


This casual vegan restaurant is known for its flavourful and diverse varieties of delicacies served in combination with French rolls wrapped in tortilla, sandwiches, salads, and burritos at a reasonable price. It is a casual eating spot for handcrafted beers from their brewery and classic juices packed with live music. It sets a perfect ambiance for food lovers to have a good time.

Good Karma Artisan Ales & Café

Address: 37 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

Website: Good Karma Artisan Ales & Café

Opening hours: Sun: 12pm - 8pm; Mon - Sat: 11am - 10pm

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3. The Happy Hooligans

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


This fusion restaurant located in San Jose, California is known for its different variety of comfort food. The restaurant does not make use of any form of meat product in their recipes and makes use of only fresh ingredients acquired locally. Here you can find a large variety of Mexican and Western cuisines. You can try out the bacon-ranching French fries or the jalapeno sandwiches, juices, and sugar-free smoothies.

The Happy Hooligans

Address: 1711 Branham Ln # A9, San Jose, CA 95118, USA

Website: The Happy Hooligans

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 11.30am - 9pm; Tue - Fri: 11.30am - 9pm (closed on Mon)

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4. Tofoo Com Chay

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This Vietnamese vegan food joint is popular for its array of amazing vegetarian delicacies. There is a large spread of choices ranging from appetizers and salads, sandwiches and wraps, and a range of other house specialties to choose from.

Tofoo Com Chay

Address: 388 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

Website: Tofoo Com Chay

Opening hours: Sat: 10am - 6pm; Mon - Fri: 9am - 9pm (closed on Sun)

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5. Veggie Grill

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Veggie Grill on Saturday, March 13, 2021

This casual dining restaurant in San Jose, California is best known for its diverse variety of vegetable grills, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, salads, Hodo Tofu, mac ‘n’ cheese, and green beans. It has promoted the first plant-based burger that tastes and looks like meat without any presence of gluten and soy. These mock meats are used for preparing garden chicken, vegetable beef crumbles and house-made falafel.

Veggie Grill

Address: 3055 Olin AveSte 1030San Jose, CA 95128

Website: Veggie Grill

Opening hours: Fri - Sat: 11am - 10.30pm; Mon - Thu,Sun: 11am - 10pm

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6. DiLac Vegetarian Cuisine

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Located in the heart of San Jose, this family-run Vietnamese restaurant is known for making delicious vegetarian cuisines and quick bites. This restaurant was opened with the purpose of saving animals and this made them create modern vegetarian recipes using fresh ingredients. The healthy blend of traditional vegetarian dishes will stimulate your food cravings.

DiLac Vegetarian Cuisine

Address: 2850 Quimby Rd #125, San Jose, CA 95148, USA

Website: DiLac Vegetarian Cuisine

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 9am - 9pm; Mon - Fri: 9am - 9pm

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7. Loving Hut


This vegan restaurant chain is located in the center of San Jose and is known for its diverse range of dishes influenced by the Asian cuisines. The restaurant was opened by supreme master Ching Chai, who believed in vegan living. The restaurant advocated the thought of creating wholesome meals using vegan ingredients. Along with vegan food, the restaurant caters non-alcoholic beverages and desserts.

Loving Hut

Address: 925 Blossom Hill Rd Suite #1746, San Jose, CA 95123, USA

Website: Loving Hut

Opening hours: Fri - Sat: 10am - 10pm; Sun: 11am - 7.30pm; Mon -Thu: 10am - 9pm (closed on Thu & Fri)

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8. Walia

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Walia Ethiopian Cuisine on Friday, July 31, 2020

Located across Bascom Avenue in the South Bay, the Ethiopian restaurant has set new standards with their quality of food. The restaurant prepares amazing cuisines under the supervision of their expert chef. All the dishes emanate authentic Ethiopian flavors with great taste to satisfy your taste buds. The vegetarians will love this place offering a vegan dining experience ranging from split peas in turmeric sauce, and gomen.

Walia

Address: 2208 Business Cir, San Jose, CA 95128, USA

Website: Walia

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 11.30am - 9.30pm,12pm - 9pm; Mon, Wed - Thu: 11.30am - 3pm, 5pm - 9pm (closed on Tue)

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9. Golden Bamboo Vegetarian House

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Golden Bamboo Vegetarian 3245 S White Rd San Jose, California 95148 (408) 270-8350

Posted by Golden Bamboo Vegetarian on Tuesday, December 5, 2017

This Vietnamese vegan restaurant is popular among locals for its diverse array of vegetarian food. The restaurant has great interiors with amazing designs creating a warm atmosphere to enjoy your meal with your loved ones. You can order great spring rolls, oyster mushrooms, mushroom porridge, and many other delicacies.

Golden Bamboo Vegetarian House

Address: 3245 S White Rd, San Jose, CA 95148, USA

Website: Golden Bamboo Vegetarian House

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 10am - 9.30pm; Mon - Fri: 10am - 3pm, 5pm - 9.30pm

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10. Dong Phuong Tofu


Located in the east of San Jose, California, this Vietnamese vegan restaurant is a popular food joint for its range of vegetarian delights. You can explore the diverse range of vegetarian delicacies especially the different variety of noodles, deep fried mushroom tofu, gourmet beef noodle soup, and fresh soy milk that will satiate your craving.

Dong Phuong Tofu

Address: 2359 McKee Rd, San Jose, CA 95116, USA

Website: Dong Phuong Tofu

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 8am - 8pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 8pm (closed on Wed)

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Vegan delicacies in San Jose

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The 10th largest city of the United States is known for its economic, political and cultural diversities. The city of San Jose is also the home to popular cuisines that makes it a favorite place among food lovers. Starting from pizzas to famous Vietnamese soups, you can explore an array of food options. Even the lip-smacking vegan options can please a non-vegetarian. Hope the above-recommended list of the best vegan restaurant would help you enjoy the best vegan delicacies in the city.

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Sudarsana, a freelance writer, has an affinity for traveling to diverse destinations and exploring various cultures.

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