San Francisco is consistently ranked in the top 10 for quality and choice in vegetarian dining, according to Bay Area Vegetarians.org. Local vegetarian chefs vie with one another to create dishes with exciting flavors and variety. Many of the veggie spots in the diverse Fillmore District feature cuisine with an international twist. Vegetarians in Fillmore can choose from a variety of cuisines, including Asian, Middle Eastern and classic American comfort food.
Millennium Restaurant serves up vegetarian fare in a fine-dining atmosphere and features a five-course tasting menu, a "Frugal Foodie" menu and a raw-tasting menu. For starters, guests can choose from the grilled heirloom melon salad, sea vegetable and plum salad or black bean torte. Entrees include an Indian spiced potato cake, sesame seed crusted tofu and roasted corn masa cake. Millennium Restaurant serves wines that are organic, biodynamic or sustainably farmed.
Millennium Restaurant
580 Geary St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-345-3900
millenniumrestaurant.com
Located near San Francisco's Civic Center and just a short drive from the Fillmore District, Ananda Fuara features international vegetarian cuisine. Appetizers include samosas and nachos, and entrees include veggie burgers, pizzas and curry dishes. Choose from a large selection of teas, smoothies and lhassis. The reasonably-priced menu makes Ananda Fuara appealing to the budget-conscious diner.
Ananda Fuara
1298 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-621-1994
anandafuara.com
Located a short drive from the Fillmore District, Herbivore is a vegan favorite with three locations in the San Francisco area. For breakfast, choose one of the many tofu scrambles. For lunch, choose from an internationally-inspired menu including Vietnamese rolls, tacos, wraps and soups. For dinner, noodle and pasta dishes abound, including pad thai, tofu and vegetable lasagna, and lentil meatloaf. The atmosphere is casual, and the cuisine attracts those craving comfort food.
Herbivore
531 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
415-885-7133
herbivorerestaurant.com
