From on-site composting to sourcing from local farms, these restaurants prioritize sustainability, creativity, and conscious dining.
Get ready to go green! Join us as we embark on a culinary journey visiting seven of the nation’s most esteemed plant-based farm-to-table eateries.
The Plot
Oceanside & Costa Mesa, CA
The Plot, a zero-waste vegan restaurant, made its debut in January 2020, ushering in a new standard for plant-based sustainability. With an on-site garden, in-house production of meat substitutes, and a dedication to sourcing ingredients from regenerative local farms, The Plot is a pioneer in eco-conscious dining. The menu boasts tempting crunchwraps, cubanos (featuring mojo-marinated pulled Lion’s mane mushroom), and an array of salads overflowing with fresh, seasonal produce. Carefully crafted from the produce of nearby farms, the plot’s menu reflects a deep commitment to planet-friendly, locally sourced dining.
Photo by Israel Palacio
The Green House
Wilmington, NC
After a stroll down Cape Fear, indulge in plant-based butter boards, watermelon salad, grilled Lion’s mane, and crème brûlèe. In a compact 250 square feet, The Green House boasts an on-site greenhouse teeming with more than a thousand organic, non-GMO plants. Additionally, all the tables in the establishment are crafted from reclaimed 180-year-old hardwood pine sourced from a local warehouse. The site also has a strict policy against single-use plastic on the premises.
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Ground Provisions
West Chester, PA
Grab a chair on Ground Provisions’ front porch overlooking the rustic countryside of Pennsylvania. Snack on marinated olives with shaved fennel and spiced almonds, charred eggplant caponata with a hint of mint, and heirloom tomato carpaccio drizzled with black garlic bagna cauda. Ground Provisions has a strong commitment to sourcing locally and seasonally, supporting local farmers, and prioritizing fresh, high-quality ingredients. This approach fosters sustainability, reduces food transportation emissions, and aligns with their dedication to organic and plant-based cuisine.
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Harvest Beat
Seattle, WA
Harvest Beat in Seattle, Washington, offers a five-course seasonal dining experience that celebrates seasonality and organic ingredients. Begin your meal with an elegant elderflower rose sparkling elixir and continue with feature courses like heirloom tomato soup with handmade almond ricotta, accompanied by a fresh greens salad with grilled peaches. From there, feast on a crispy fennel butter polenta dish, Maitake mushroom & kale stuffed spanakopita, and finish with a delightful apple hand pie with cinnamon maple huckleberry sauce. Harvest Beat’s dedication to vegan cuisine and sustainability, including composting food scraps and using eco-friendly materials, enriches the dining experience.
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Plant
Asheville, NC
Plant, a locally owned Asheville, North Carolina restaurant, is celebrated for its chef-driven, innovative approach to plant-based cuisine. Founded in 2011 by Jason Sellers, Leslie Armstrong, and Alan Berger, the restaurant has garnered recognition as Asheville’s top vegan eatery, known for its health-conscious options, sustainability efforts, and romantic setting. Feast on crispy cauliflower with tahini sauce, Italian salsa verde-infused potatoes, flavorful falafel, and a gem & carrot salad with creamy lemon dressing. With an emphasis on freshness and creativity, Plant redefines vegan dining with its inventive and evolving menu.
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Sage Vegan Bistro
Los Angeles, CA
Famous for its garlic butter pasta, tempeh burgers, Brazilian burritos, and crispy tofu “chicken” sandwiches, Sage Vegan Bistro supports local organic farms and regenerative agriculture. Sage actively minimizes waste by collecting pre-consumer food scraps and sending them to their regenerative organic farm, Sow a Heart, where composting transforms them into nutrient-rich soil for crop cultivation. Sage also grows its own produce on this farm, contributing to a circular food system that combats landfill-generated methane.
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abcV
New York, NY
Helmed by renowned chef Jean-Georges and executive chef Neal Harden, this seasonally driven vegan restaurant invites you to indulge in high-vibration fare. Savor sourdough sweet corn focaccia, California dates with whipped coconut yogurt, and wood-fired whole roasted cauliflower (served with turmeric tahini, za’atar, pomegranate, date molasses, red zhug, fresh herbs, and pistachios). Gluten-free and vegan choices abound, making abcV a destination where creativity and conscious dining unite in a lush environment with East River views.
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