Top 5 Vegan Lunch Spots in San Francisco

There’s nothing like good food to take your mind off a hard morning of work. But if you spend your days coding for some of San Francisco’s coolest companies, then you know all-too-well that that JavaScript isn’t going to write itself! Sometimes that means that, come noon, you’ve run out of time to look up new lunch spots. So you end up at that mediocre food place that does the job because it’s near the office. Again.

For coders spending their days working on projects that are going to change our world for the better: you deserve a lunch break with good food. So we’ve done all the hard work for you by bringing you five new places whose Yelp reviews don’t make you want to run and hide. This list isn’t just for vegans, though. It’s for anyone looking to try something a little different in their next lunch hour! So unleash your inner foodie and check out the eateries serving up some of the best vegan food in San Francisco…

1. VeganBurg

Fast food.

Vegan fast food with the ultimate claim to fame: the world’s first plant-based burger place! VeganBurg boasts sixteen, vegan-friendly burgers and sides, including meat-free versions of beloved burger flavors like Smokey BBQ and Hawaiian Teriyaki:

Spoiled for choice: Vegan Burgers with Familiar Flavors

You won’t be disappointed with the sides either: like any good burger joint, VeganBurg doesn’t just stop at regular fries. Enjoy them three other ways: creamy garlic, loaded mushrooms and jalapeno aioli! For those dabbling in vegan options, familiar fast food options are the perfect way to get started. Bonus: their mission to make eco-friendly fast food options means that you’re doing your part to help the environment, too.

2. Gracias Madre

Mexican food.

Gracias Madre is paving a new way for organic Mexican cuisine in the Bay Area. They offer a 100% plant-based menu that doesn’t sacrifice on big, bold flavors. Enjoy beloved Mexican dishes re-imagined for cleaner eating. From their tacos and tamales packed with the hearty flavors of butternut squash, pico de gallo and spicy tomato salsa, to unique offerings like coconut bacon, there’s something for everyone.

Comfort Food: Gracias Madre’s hearty, all-vegan tacos 

But don’t just take our word for it: with a 4-star Yelp rating and almost 3000 reviews, this one’s a clear favorite for vegan food in San Francisco!

3. Udupi Palace 

South Indian food.

When it comes to South Indian cuisine, this little hole-in-the-wall offers one of the most impressive menus of vegetarian and vegan options in the Bay Area. Most menu items at the all- vegetarian Udupi Palace are vegan friendly (or can be made vegan on request). They have multiple flavor and filling combinations for their dosas and uthappams, which are all served with their signature coconut chutney and sambar. Add to this their various curries and rice dishes and you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to authentic and robust South Indian food.

Vegan on Request: Samosa Chaat 

4. Golden Era Vegan Restaurant

East and South Asian food.

This restaurant does Asian cuisine differently. Golden Era has an expertly- crafted, plant-based menu that champions the distinct, bold flavors of Vietnamese, Chinese, Indian and Thai cuisine. Enjoy classics like Pad Thai, stir-fried vegetables and various noodle soups all with the satisfaction of knowing that your meal is clean, healthy, and delicious!

A Vegan Alternative: Garden Vermicelli 

Celebrating their twentieth year of business in 2019, Golden Era is a staple in the Bay Area’s vegan scene. After decades of serving up wholesome and environmentally conscious food, this one is definitely a must-visit.

5. Greens Restaurant 

A bit of everything.

For innovative, tasty vegan options, Greens Restaurant has you covered. This restaurant includes plant-based choices as part of their ever-changing menu. Their recently reopened kitchen serves up new specials each month, with dishes like their Roasted Squash and Pesto Pizza, and Chantenay Carrot Hummus attracting vegetarians and vegans alike.

Green and Gourmet: Chantenay Carrot Hummus

What’s more impressive is the widely positive reception that Greens’ eclectic menu gets. It’s voted one of San Francisco’s top restaurants by the San Francisco Chronicle, and even recommended by the Michelin Guide. Food isn’t the only reason Greens has experienced success in San Francisco since 1979. Its location offers panoramic views of the Bay, including sight lines to the Golden Gate Bridge.

Get Eating!

So the next time you get a chance to step away from coding, ditch that boring place near the office and check out one of these eateries instead. Happy eating, San Francisco!

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