By Nee Lorenzo
Vegan Restaurants in Denver
A vegan diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains. Vegans do not eat meat, fish or poultry, and they do not eat animal by-products like dairy, eggs or honey. While
Denver, Colorado, is known for steakhouses, vegans aren't left hungry for a good restaurant in the Mile High City.
WaterCourse Foods
Find internationally acclaimed vegetarian comfort foods and baked goodies at WaterCourse Foods, a restaurant feeding the "mind, body, and soul." The selection here includes vegetarian fare that caters to "the hardcore vegan." Vegan breakfasts include Banana Bread French Toast, while entrees include the Thai Peanut Stir Fry and BBQ Tofu. Vegans can even look forward to their own special milkshakes. And if you hold the cheese, which is sprinkled on many a dish at WaterCourse, you'll enjoy an even bigger variety of vegan fare.
WaterCourse Foods
837 E. 17th Ave.
Denver, CO 80218
303-832-7313
watercoursefoods.com
Kate's at 35th Ave. Restaurant
This restaurant's motto is "specializing in the fresh baked, fresh squeezed, organic, and natural." In addition to organic fare and country dining comforts, Kate's at 35th always offers at least one vegan and vegetarian option on the menu each day. One of the restaurant's vegan specials is the "Black Bean, Wild and Brown Rice & fresh Vegetable Casserole," which includes organic European greens, lots of fruits and veggies, and a red bell pepper hummus garnish. And it doesn't hurt that you'll be eating in a restored Victorian farmhouse.
Kate's at 35th Ave. Restaurant
3435 Albion
Denver, CO 80207
303-333-4816
katesrestaurant.com
Mercury Café
Mix vegan up with eclectic and international at the Mercury Café. This groovy restaurant powered by both wind and solar power revolves around the culture of food. Food can bring communities closer to explore art, music, and politics and, of course, delectable dishes. For all the vegans out there, tofu can replace cheese or eggs. The menu includes a wide range of dishes made from vegan-friendly ingredients, like enchiladas made with beans and mushrooms, sautéed veggies, quinoa choices, a variety of potato and tofu possibilities, salads galore, and more.
Mercury Café
2199 California St.
Denver, CO 80205
303-294-9258
mercurycafe.com
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About the Author:
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Nee Lorenzo has been a freelance writer and editor since 1999. Her work has appeared in various local and national publications, including the SF Bay Guardian, "Oakland Magazine," "Parents' Press," and "Filipinas Magazine." Lorenzo has a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing.
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