(Oakland restaurants continued) (San Jose restaurants continued) (Sunnyvale restaurants continued) t Friends of Animals, we believe that a vegan diet is the T H E F R I E N D S O F A N I M A L S Souley Vegan (V) Soul Food. 301 Broadway (in Jack London Sq). Tofoo Com Chay (ve) Vietnamese, Fast Food. 388 E Santa Clara St (@ most direct and life-affirming form of animal rights Chaat House (ve) Indian, Fast Food. 889 El Camino Real. Extensive menu Louisiana-influenced home cooking. Offers classics such as Southern- 9th St) Counter Service with small seating area. M–F 9am–9pm, Sa activism. The term that defines a plant-based diet and an featuring Indian snacks, thalis and desserts. Daily 11:30am–10pm. Take-out, fried tofu, mac and cheese, cornbread, biscuits and gravy. Take-out, 10am–6pm. Closed Su. Take-out available. CASH ONLY. (408) 286-6335. A animal-friendly outlook has, to date, been associated with what delivery and catering available. (408) 733-9000. delivery and catering available. Tu–Th 11am–10:30pm. F–Sa 11a.m– Vegetarian House (V) Asian, American, Organic. 520 E Santa Clara someone doesn’t eat, however. That is understandable: Vegans Chaat House (ve) Indian, Fast Food. 939 El Camino Real. Extensive menu 11:30pm. Closed Su–M. (510) 922-1615. St (bet 11th & 12th Sts). All vegan, non-GMO menu. Wide selection often engage in lively discussion about how and why they made featuring Indian snack, thalis and desserts. Daily 11:30am–10pm. Take-out, Timeless Coffee Roasters (V) American, Bakery. 4252 Piedmont of Asian and international dishes prepared with organic ingredients. the change from animal products to a pure vegetarian lifestyle. delivery and catering available. (408) 733-1111. Ave (bet Glenwood & Echo Aves). 100% vegan cafe offering cookies, Gluten-free and soy-free options. M–F 11am–2pm, 5pm–9pm, Sa–Su Great Vegi Land (V) Chinese. 562 South Murphy Ave (nr E. El Camino cakes, pastries. Daily 7am–6pm. Take-out available. (510) 985-1360. 11am–9pm. Closed 3rd Tu of every month. Take-out and catering From environmental degradation to health risks to the inequity available. (408) 292-3798. inherent in industries that exploit animals for profit, reasons for Real). Tu–Su 11:30am–2:30 pm, 5pm–9pm. Closed M. CASH ONLY. Palo Alto (408) 735-8040. Veggie Grill (Ve) Westgate Center, 1696 Saratoga Ave. Daily change abound. When we take animals off the menu, however, we Garden Fresh (V) Chinese, American. 460 Ramona St (bet Lytton & 11am–10pm. Take-out available. (408) 374-4152. open doors to a whole new array of healthful and delicious foods. Lovely Sweets and Snacks (ve) Indian, Fast Food. 932 E. El Camino University Ave). Delicious, healthy, plant-based dishes. Humane Planet- Real. Indian vegetarian food with wide range of Indian sweets and snacks. Veggie Grill at Santana Row (V) American, International. 3055 Simply put, vegan food tastes great! certified. M–Su 11:30am–2:30pm, 4:30pm–9:30pm. Take-out available. Counter service with outdoor seating. Daily 10am–10pm. Take-out and Olin Ave #1030. Creative burgers, sandwiches and salads. 100% vegan The San Francisco Bay area has long been famous for creative Vegan (650) 462-9298. catering available. (408) 245-6512. menu. Su–Th 11am–10pm, F–Sa 11am–11pm. Take-out available. vegetarian cuisine. Whether you are looking for an elegant dining Gourmet Vegetarian Dinners (V) International, Macrobiotic. (408) 2 96-6473. experience or just to grab a cinnamon roll or a donut, there are Madras Café (ve) South Indian. 1177 W. El Camino Real (@ Bernardo 305 N. California Ave (@ Bryant). Community dinner at the First Ave). Array of uthappam, dosas and paratta. Tu–F 8:30am–2:30pm, Santa Clara possibilities to suit any taste and price range. Baptist Church of Palo Alto. Features organic, seasonal cuisine from 5:30pm–10pm, Sa–Su 8:30am–10pm. Closed M. (408) 737-2323. international vegetarian traditions. Mondays, 6:30pm. Take-out available. Dashaprakash (ve) South Indian. 2636 Homestead Rd (@ San Tomas Greens Restaurant in the Fort Mason Historic District Restaurant Reservations requested. (650) 599-3320. & Kiely). Fine South Indian vegetarian cuisine featuring thalis, bondas, focuses on organic, sustainable produce sourced from its Madura Restaurant (ve) South Indian. 1635 Hollenbeck Ave (near samosas, dosai and pooris. M–Th 11:30am–2:30pm, 5:30pm–9:30pm, own farm, and serves everything from brunch to dessert. W. Homestead Ave). Extensive selection of, dosai, appetizers, breads, chutneys TO SAN San Jose F 11:30am–2:30pm, 5:30pm–10pm, Sa–Su 11:30am–10pm. Take-out Those seeking Mexican food, (always an excellent choice on and rice dishes. M–F 11:30am–2:30pm, 5:30pm–10pm, Sa 9am–10pm, Su FRANCISCO & DiLac Vegetarian Cuisine (ve) Asian. 2850 Quimby Rd. available. (408) 246-8292. 9am–9:30pm. Take-out and catering available. (408) 245-2111. Selection of Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese dishes. Fresh soymilk the West Coast), should visit Gracias Madre in the Mission, Deedee’s (ve) Indian. 341 Lafayette St #101 (@ Poplar St). Home-style Merit Vegetarian Restaurant (V) Asian, American. 548-2 Lawrence THE BAY AREA and tofu made daily. Daily 9am–9pm. Take-out and catering available. home of vegan Mexican food with dishes like coconut ceviche Guide Indian buffet and items to order from menu. Features dishes from several Expwy. Featuring Vietnamese, Chinese, Indian, and Thai cuisines and (408) 675-1903. and guacamole con tortillas. Head to Pepples Donut Farm regions of India. M–Tu 11:30am–3pm, W–Su 11:30am–3pm, 5:30pm–9pm. American desserts. Daily 11am–9pm. Closed major holidays. Take-out and in Oakland for the Bay Area’s finest gourmet vegan donuts Good Karma Vegan Café and Deli (V) International, eclectic. 37 S. Take-out and catering available. (408) 261-0568. catering available. (408) 245-8988. 1st St (bet E. Santa Clara & W. San Fernando Sts). Counter service with and coffee, or to Cha-Ya for a Zen-inspired Japanese meal in Santa Cruz Panchavati (ve) South Indian. 460 Persian Dr Ste 2 (near Southbay seating, featuring curries, salads, burritos and craft beers and wines. Berkeley. Café Gratitude (ve) International, Organic, Juice bar. 103 Lincoln St Fwy). Home-style Indian buffet and tiffin service. M 4pm–8pm, Tu–Su M–Sa 11am–10pm, Su 12pm–8pm. (408) 294-2694. Looking for an elegant dining experience? Millennium, now (@ Pacific Ave). Mostly vegan organic restaurant specializing in raw and 11am–8pm. Take-out and catering available. (408) 734-9335. Happiness Café (V) Asian. 1688 Hostetter Rd Ste C (off Lundy Ave). cooked cuisines such as salads, sandwiches, sushi, and pad thai. Beer and located in Oakland, is a lively world-class vegan restaurant, Saravana Bhavan (ve) South Indian. 1305 S. Mary Ave (@ W. Freemont 2015 Chinese and Taiwanese fast food, bubble teas, and vegan ice cream. wine served. (Note: honey may be used in some items. Please ask.) Daily with every item a feast for the eyes as well as for the taste Ave). Specializes in home-style South Indian cuisine. M–Th 11:30–2pm, Tu–Th & Su 11am–9pm, F–Sa 11am–10pm. Closed M. Take-out available. 10am–10pm. Take-out available. (831) 427-9583. buds. Treat yourself to the seasonal five-course 5:30pm–1pm, F 11:30am–2:30pm, 5:30pm–10:30pm, Sa 11am–3pm, CASH ONLY. (408) 573-8699. Malabar (ve) Asian fusion. 514-B Front St (nr Soquel Ave). Vegetarian chef’s tasting menu for gourmet, mouth- 5:30pm–10:30pm, Su 11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Take-out and catering Happy Bamboo Vegetarian Café (V) International. 1711 Branham Asian-Fusion Cuisine from Sri Lanka. Small Plates, Breads, Salads, watering dishes, from risotto-encrusted available. (408) 616-7755. Ln Ste A9 (in Branham Center Plaza). Extensive menu featuring Asian, Dosas, Pastas, Entrees, & Drinks. Tu–F 12pm–2:30pm, 5pm–9pm, Sa–Su oyster mushrooms to a sinfully decadent 5pm–9pm. Closed M. Take-out and catering available. (831) 458-3023. Vallejo Mexican and American comfort food. Tu–Su 11:30 am–9pm. Closed M. Chocolate Midnight cake. Vaishnu Express Café (ve) South Indian. 4380 Sonoma Blvd Ste 135 (in (408) 694-0740. Saturn Café (ve) American, Comfort Food. 145 Laurel St (@Pacific Ave). And the next time someone asks, “But Veggie burgers, sandwiches, Cal-Mex food, fries, shakes, and desserts. Vallejo Village Plaza). Vallejo’s first Indian vegetarian restaurant. Offers Indochine Vegan (V) Asian Cuisine. 508 Valencia St. Daily what do you eat?” hand them this guide Su–Th 10am–12pm, F–Sa 10am–3pm. Take-out available. (831) 429-8505. South Indian snacks like Pakoras, Samosa, Samosa Chaat and Indian 5pm–10pm. Take-out available. (415) 701-0700. and treat them to lunch and a learning sweets. M–F 10:30am–8pm, Sa 10:30am–7:30pm, Su 11am–7:30pm Santa Rosa Kokila’s Kitchen (ve) Indian. 1427 Branham Lane (nr Jarvis Ave). experience for which their taste buds-and (707) 557-5460. Gaia’s Garden (ve) Indian, International, Fast Food. 1899 Mendocino Ave Authentic Gujarati Indian cuisine. Specializes in homemade rotis. the animals-will thank you. (@ Steel Ln). All-you-can-eat vegetarian and vegan buffet offering curries, Large selection of curries, thalis and chaat. Tu–Th 11am–8pm, F–Su soups, quiche, enchiladas, tofu, etc. Menu changes weekly. Serves beer and Many vegetarian dishes can be 11am–9pm. Closed M. Take-out and delivery available. (408) 978-3477. KEY: V=vegan ve=meatless with vegan options wine. Daily 11:30am–9pm. Take-out available. (707) 544-2491.