Tracking down delicious food when you’re a vegetarian is easier said than done. So many restaurants offer a cursory veggie option, which is really just a meat option without the meat. It’s rare to find a restaurant that has gone to the effort of creating options genuinely geared toward vegetarians that are delicious and don’t feel like they’re missing something. If you’re looking for some great vegetarian grub in Sacramento, look no further; here are four of the best restaurants for vegetarian cuisine in and around the city.
The Waterboy
The Waterboy is an impressive destination pub for vegetarians. Operating on the belief that great meals are achieved by letting the ingredients shine, the restaurant selects everything carefully. They choose ingredients at the perfect point in their growth and development to ensure they’re as delicious as possible. Dinner at the Waterboy is to be savored, offering a wonderful relaxing experience and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Located in the restaurant neighborhood of Midtown Sacramento, the Waterboy has become a firm favorite in the city, with a menu featuring seasonal dishes, most of which are inspired by the culinary styles of southern France and northern Italy. Add to that an excellent selection of wines, a full bar boasting aperitifs and artisanal cocktails, and a lively events schedule, and it’s easy to see why this is a choice destination for both vegetarians and their carnivorous friends.
Tower Cafe
The Tower Cafe isn’t just a restaurant, it’s an iconic destination meal experience in Sacramento. With an excellent range of vegetarian dishes, as well as gluten-free options, it’s a dining establishment that’s an attraction in its own right.
Relax on the patio under the shade of the trees and listen to the soothing water from the fountains or the musical talents of their accordion player. The food is simply excellent, and regardless of your flavor preference, you’re bound to find something you love. Even the dessert menu features delectable gluten-free options that are not to be missed.
The Coconut on T
With a wonderful atmosphere and incredibly generous portion sizes, the Coconut on T is a fabulous restaurant to visit if you’re looking for vegetarian cuisine with a twist. The Thai dishes in the Coconut on T are something of a local legend in Sacramento, and the restaurant is always bustling with happy patrons devouring fine food.
The avocado curry, available in yellow or green, is a particularly delectable dish, and they offer a wide range of beers and Thai tea options.
The Kitchen Restaurant
A dining experience with a difference, The Kitchen Restaurant is a top choice for vegetarian-friendly cuisine with a lot of character. With an incredible atmosphere, great service, and a lot of quirky charisma, you’ll be encouraged to walk through the kitchens, grazing as you go, to keep you well occupied between formal courses.
It’s an unforgettable experience with plenty of excellent meat-free dishes available.
With so many great veggie-friendly restaurants available, you never need to worry about finding food for all your dietary needs in Sacramento.
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