Welcome to the Valley Veg Guide!
Browse the listings below to discover the incredible variety of veg-friendly restaurants and foods grown, prepared, thrown, cooked, grilled, sauteed, marinated, baked, tossed, chopped, and topped in the Valley. Although many fear the limiting factors of a plant-based diet, your palate is sure to explode with all the new flavors and possibilities of compassionate and healthful eating. And, if you know of a needed addition or update, please let us know.
Browse the listings below to discover the incredible variety of veg-friendly restaurants and foods grown, prepared, thrown, cooked, grilled, sauteed, marinated, baked, tossed, chopped, and topped in the Valley. Although many fear the limiting factors of a plant-based diet, your palate is sure to explode with all the new flavors and possibilities of compassionate and healthful eating. And, if you know of a needed addition or update, please let us know.
ALL-VEG*AN
These
restaurants are like shining beacons of light, demonstrating just how
beautiful, versatile, flavorful, and delicious plant foods can
be. Come and rejoice, and bring all of your friends, your boss,
the mailman, the priest, the tax collector - hey, peace begins with the
plate!
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Cafe Evolution
22 Chestnut St, Florence 413-586-0200 cafe-evolution.com Cafe Evolution features the best vegan food in the Pioneer Valley. The regular all-vegan menu features soups, sandwiches, and salads along with ever-changing seasonal entres created by Chef Heather Bergeron. Favorites include the famous peanut noodles and their outstanding chili bowl. It's also the home of the Natural Selection Bakery with freshly baked scones, cookies, and other sweet vegan treats! Bela Vegetarian Restaurant 68 Masonic St, Northampton 413-586-8011 belaveg.com This cute and eclectic restaurant in downtown Northampton offers a full vegetarian lunch and dinner menu including satiating veggie burgers and crowd-pleasing stir-fries made with locally-grown organic produce. Leave room for the all-vegan dessert menu crafted by Carol's Creations! Haymarket
185 Main St, Northampton 413-586-9969 haymarketcafe.com The Haymarket is a cozy local hangout open all day with home-roasted coffee beans and juice blends upstairs and vegetarian restaurant down below. Their vegan breakfast scramble is always a hit; for lunch or dinner try the Vegetable Etouffe or the spicy Indonesian Gado-gado. Nourish Wellness Cafe
10 Bridge St, Northampton 413 727- 3260 nourishnoho.com A new vegetarian cafe and juice bar serving a variety of bowls, juices, and smoothies that are100% organic and locally sourced whenever possible. They also operate a take-out juice bar in Thorne's Market on Main St. in Northampton. |
VEG-FRIENDLY
These
restaurants may not be completely veg, but they offer some magnanimous
meals that we would be remiss not to list. Make sure you rave
about these menu options to all your friends and tell the restaurants
how much we appreciate them!
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Amanouz Cafe
44 Main Street, Northampton 413-585-9128 amanouz.com Tasty Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine with an excellent vegetarian lunch menu including homus, falafel, babaghannoush, musaka, and vegetable kabob. The dolmas are also not to be missed! Bueno Y Sano 134 Main Street, Northampton 413-586-7311 buenoysano.com Mexican-style burritos and tacos with six locations including Northampton, Amherst, and Springfield. Try the chickpea and red curry taco, or wrap up your own veggie and bean stuffed delight. Cup and Top Cafe cupandtop.com 1 North Main St, Florence 413-585-0445 An adorable little cafe in downtown Florence, Cup and Top is open all day with a few yummy veg options including a mashed avocado and hummus topped bagel and sesame noodles. Dobra Tea 186 Main Street, Northampton dobrateama.com A new cozy tea house in downtown Northampton featuring a beautifully curated selection of over 100 fine loose leaf teas. The snack menu is vegetarian with plenty of vegan options including miso soup, pita bread, hummus, dolmas, and sweets. Try the daifuku mochi, a surprisingly delicious soft Japanese rice cake stuffed with sweet red bean paste. Green Bean 241 Main St, Northampton 413-584-2326 greenbeannorthampton.com A friendly and green breakfast and lunch nook nestled in downtown Northampton. Their locally-sourced menu features sandwich favorites like the Tempeh Arizona and the VBLaT (trust us!). If ever you are craving a hearty pancake brunch, Green Bean is the place to go. India House indiahousenorthampton.com 45 State St, Northampton 413-586-6344 North Indian cuisine voted best in the Valley year after year. The vegetarian menu is wide ranging with vegan options clearly marked, and the cook is always happy to accommodate vegan requests by substituting coconut milk or leaving off the ghee in any dish. Try their Vegetable Biryani or Navratan Korma for a true vegetable delight! India Palace 28 Main St, Northampton 413-584-4812 thevalleymenu.com Another great Indian restaurant on Main Street in Northampton, India Palace is open for lunch on weekdays and dinner every night. Traditional north Indian cuisine includes favorites such as Chana Masala, Aloo Matar, and Channa Saag. Lhasa Cafe 159 Main St, Northampton 413-586-5427 lhasacafe.com A unique restaurant featuring authentic food from Tibet. Their extensive list of vegetarian dishes include Tsel Phing, Thenthuk, and of course Mo-Mo dumplings! For something different try the Tingmo, a fluffy steamed bread roll also known as "cloud mo-mos," with the spicy red house sauce! Mosaic Cafe 78 Masonic St, Northampton 413-585-1155 mosaiccafemed.com A Mediterranean themed cafe with a few good vegetarian options. (Sadly the crepes are not vegan). On cold days look no further than the Medina stew, a perfectly spiced lentil dish that is sure to warm you up from the inside out! Osaka 7 Old South St, Northampton 413-584-4812 Yes, Osaka is technically a steakhouse, but they have some great vegetarian sushi options and authentic Japanese vegetarian cuisine like vegetable tempura, yaki soba, and fried tofu. Paul & Elizabeths 150 Main St (Thorne's Marketplace), Northampton 413-584-4832 paulandelizabeths.com An upscale Natural Foods restaurant located in Thorne's Marketplace serving fresh foods prepared from locally-grown ingredients. Veg options are plentiful, including homemade seitan, grilled tofu kebabs, and vegetable tempura. Pizzaria Paradiso 12 Crafts Ave, Northampton 413-586-1468 spoletorestaurants.com/pizzeria_paradiso Not terribly veg-friendly, but they do offer vegan soy-cheese for an extra charge so you can get your pizza fix here when the craving hits. The Roost 1 Market Street, Northampton 413-587-2625 facebook.com/TheRoostNoho A favorite local hang-out, the Roost is open for breakfast and brunch featuring several veg-friendly (and gluten-free) sandwiches and baked goods. Sam's Pizzaria and Cafe 235 Main Street, Northampton 413-587-2677 samspizza.blogspot.com A nice hang-out spot that's open (really) late and frequently hosts live music on weeknights. Great outdoor sidewalk seating in the summertime. They almost always have vegan slices available or can make one on the spot. Free delivery, too! Sibie's Pizza
481 West Street, Amherst 413-256 6100 www.sibiespizza.com Vegan offerings include the Florentine pizza with vegan meat and cheese, Southwest pizza, Mediterranean pizza, Taco pizza, plus subs and wraps. Sweetie's Fine Chocolates & Confectioners 68 Main Street, Northampton 413-586-4180 sweetieschocolate.com Cute and colorful store right on the corner of Main & King St, with the loveliest words in the window: "we have vegan chocolates!" Thai Garden 2 Bridge St, Northampton 413-587-3336 thethaigardengroup.com Open for lunch and dinner everyday, Thai Garden features many traditional and spicy curries cooked in coconut milk, like the sweet Panaeng or Massaman peanut curry. Almost any dish can be made vegan, just ask for tofu and no fish sauce! Teapot Restaurant 116 Main St, Northampton 413-585-0880 http://teapotusa.com/ Cute restaurant with traditional Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Lots of vegetarian platters including fried rice, udon noodles, vegetable tempura, shitaki maki, and sizzling to-fu. Woodstar Cafe 60 Masonic St, Northampton 413-585-9777 woodstarcafe.com A family-owned bakery, sandwich shop, and full-line espresso bar in downtown Northampton with a small but delicious selection of vegan cookies, cupcakes, and muffins. Zen 41 Main St, Northampton 413-582-6888 zennorthampton.com Innovative pan-Asian cuisine with flavors ranging from Chinese, Japanese, Malaysian and Korean. Many veg dishes including Coconut Pad Thai, Curry Noodles, and Vegetarian Sushi. Black Sheep 79 Main St, Amherst 413-253-3442 blacksheepdeli.com A bakery, cafe, and deli in downtown Amherst with lots of vegetarian and vegan specialty sandwiches like the East Meets West and the Humongous Fungus. Also does catering with fruit and veggie platters and vegan cake! Fresh Side 39 S Pleasant St, Amherst 413-256-0296 facebook.com/freshsideamherst Fresh Side Menu Fresh Side is an Asian fusion restaurant in downtown Amherst offering innovative veg-friendly dishes such as Apple Curry Veggie Rice, Shiitaki Mushroom Pasta, Coconut Noodle Soup and one-of-a-kind miniature Pad Thai, Kim Chi, or Ginger Tofu Tea Rolls. Hillside Pizza 173 Russel St (Rt. 9), Hadley 413-585-0003 hillsidepizza.com Gourmet pizza place located in Hadley, South Deerfield and Bernardston. Add vegan cheese, seitan, or tempeh bacon to any pizza (for an extra charge). Himalayan Friends Corner
61 Main St, Amherst 413 835-0669 No website yet-- see their information on Yelp Tibetan food, including a good selection of vegan dishes. La Veracruzana 63 S. Pleasant St, Amherst 413-253-6900 31 Main St, Northampton 413-586-7181 laveracruzana.com Authentic Mexican food that serves up some culture alongside the traditional food. No queremos taco bell here - instead, try la comida de la gente, like the Huachinango or the Calabacita, all made with fresh ingredients and spices. Lone Wolf thelonewolf.biz 63 Main St, Amherst 413-256-4643 Southwest style food with a vegan breakfast menu! The Lone Wolf uses organic and local ingredients for their tofu southwest scramble, breakfast burrito, and thick vegan fresh toast. For lunch try the vegan Scallion Crepes or the Root Vegetable Quesadilla (made with soy cheese). Mi Tierra
48 Russell St., Hadley 413 587-9820 mitierrahadley.com Serving authentic Mexican food, including a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free selections which are clearly marked on their menu. Mission Cantina missionamherst.com 485 West St, S. Amherst 413-230-3580 Mexican fare with a delightful atmosphere, Mission Cantina makes some mean bean burritos, vegetarian tacos, and mango salsa. Open for dinner and drinks 7 days a week. Moti 25 N. Pleasant St, Amherst 413-259-2150 motiamherst.com A Persian Mediterranean restaurant in downtown Amherst, Moti is inspired by traditional cuisine from Iran, Lebanon, Greece, Turkey, Israel, and India. Exotic veg dishes include dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), babaganoush, baked falafel, and an all vegan spread, the Chelo Vegetarian. Autentica
autenticamexicanfood.com 9 College St, Village Commons, South Hadley 413-315-6474 "Autentica" Mexican food with a well marked veg-friendly menu (ask for vegan cheese). Try the hearty grilled vegetable burrito, bean tostadas, and homemade tamales. Main Moon autenticamexicanfood.com 9 College St, Village Commons, South Hadley 413-315-6474 "Autentica" Mexican food with a well marked veg-friendly menu (just ask for vegan cheese). Try the hearty grilled vegetable burrito, bean tostadas, and homemade tamales. The Clay Oven 286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 theclayovenma.com North Indian restaurant with an outstanding all-you-can-eat lunch buffet Tues-Sun from 11:30-3pm for $10. Plenty of vegan options on the buffet and in the menu and the kitchen is happy to accommodate requests for vegan naan! Holyoke Hummus Company 285 High Street, Holyoke 413 225-1755 holyokehummuscompany.com Middle Eastern foods. Vegetarian and mostly vegan except for specials, some soups and salads. Pizza D'Action 232 Lyman Street, Holyoke 413 532-5860 pizzadaction.net Vegan offerings include vegan pizza and a vegan lasagne. Hearty Eats
24 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls 413 625-6460 heartyeats.org Mostly vegan dishes, influenced by cultures from around the world. Nadim's 286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 North Indian restaurant with an outstanding all-you-can-eat lunch buffet Ginger Blossom
286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 Pho Saigon
286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 Punjabi Tadka 286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 Auntie Cathie's Kitchen 286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 Crepes Tea House 286 Main St., Greenfield 413-475-3337 The Sweet Beet Cafe
thesweetbeet.net Grandby, CT 100% vegan , gluten free, non-GMO, no soy, no peanut. Hot soups, salads, grab and go meals, mini cupcakes (sweeties) , and assorted baked goods. |
GROCERY STORES
These
stores carry some essential vegan products and brands that will ease
your transition to a plant-based diet and inspire you to take back your
kitchen! Really, once you discover coconut-based ice cream, there's no turning back.
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River Valley Market
330 N. King St, Northampton 413-584-2665 rivervalleymarket.coop Whether you're looking for fresh and local produce, bulk foods, or need a vegan junk-food fix, River Valley Market has it all. A locally grown community food co-op off Rt. 5 & 10 (King St) in Northampton, River Valley carries all the big vegan brands like So Delicious almond and coconut-based ice cream, Earth Balance buttery spreads and creamers, and Follow-Your-Heart vegan cheese and eggless mayonaise. Deal & Steals: Discount Natural Organic Foods 7 Pearl St, Northampton 413-586-326 deals-steals.com/natural-organic-food All that organic food putting a dent in your wallet? Stock up on pantry items and snacks at this discount organic foods store. Look for vegan brands like Good Karma rice milk and Enjoy Life chocolate chips at half the usual price. |
FARMERS' MARKETS
Let's be honest. If we really fancy compassionate and healthful eating and living, we need not look any further than our own local farms and farmers.
Being a healthy and well-nourished vegan also means taking
responsibility for our bodies, our community, and the environment.
And becoming more intimate with the seasons of local food will only deepen our appreciation for the plants that sustain us.
For a complete listing of local farms, CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), and farmer' markets in Western MA, please visit: www.buylocalfood.org
SNAP/EBT, Senior and WIC Coupons are all accepted at the markets listed below! (more information)
For a complete listing of local farms, CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), and farmer' markets in Western MA, please visit: www.buylocalfood.org
SNAP/EBT, Senior and WIC Coupons are all accepted at the markets listed below! (more information)
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Summer
Northampton Tuesday Farmers' Market Behind Thorne's Marketplace Tuesdays 1:30-6:30pm April 30 - November 12 Northampton Saturday Farmers' Market 8 Gothic St, Northampton Saturday 7am-1pm April 27 - November 9 Florence Farmers' Market 90 Park St, Florence Civic Center Wednesday 2pm-6pm April 24 - October 30 Easthampton Friday Market 50 Payson Ave, Easthampton Municipal Building Friday 2pm-6pm May 3 - October 25 Amherst Farmers' Market Spring St/Pleasant St, Amherst Common Saturday 7:30am-1:30pm April 20 - November 23 Wednesday Market at Kendrick Park (Amherst) N Pleasant St, Kendrick Park Wednesday 2pm-6pm May 1 - October 16 South Hadley Farmers' Market Hadley St/College St, Town Common Thursday 1pm-6pm June 6 - October 10 Greenfield Farmers' Market 16 Court Square, Town Common Saturday 8am-12:30pm April 27 - November 23 Turners Falls Farmers' Market 2nd St/Avenue A, Great Falls Discovery Center Wednesday 2pm-6pm May 1 - October 30 Holyoke Farmers' Market High St, City Hall Thursday 11am-3pm May 2 - October 24 Springfield Mason Square Farmers' Market Wilbraham Rd, Baystate Health Ctr. Parking Lot Saturday 10am-2pm July 6 - October 26 Westfield Farmers' Market Church of the Atonement, 36 Court St. Winter
Northampton Winter Farmer's Market
Basement Thorne's Marketplace, Northampton Saturdays 9am-2pm November 16 - April 20 Easthampton Winter Farmer's Market 116 Pleasant St, Eastworks Building Friday 2pm-6pm November 15 - March 21 Amherst Winter Market 170 Chestnut School, Amherst Middle School Saturday 10am-2pm December 7 - April 29 Greenfield Winter Market 1 Lennox Ave, Greenfield High School Saturday 10am-1pm December 7 - March 1 Springfield Winter Farmers' Market 302 Sumner Ave, Forest Park Saturday 10am-2pm November 9 - April 26 |
VEGAN STORES
Now that you've discovered all the wonderful places to eat, you
should know there are other ways you can choose veg - by supporting
vegan businesses! Yes, these listings are vegan owned and
operated, with guaranteed animal free products and services.
Afterall, being vegan is not just a diet, its a way of life. Why
stop with food when you can choose to end all forms of animal
exploitation!
Are you vegan business-owner? Let us know and we'll add you to the list!
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Four Elements Salon and Spa
627 College Highway, Southwick 413-569-4004 4elementssalon.com Four Elements is an organic, vegan and GMO Free Salon and Spa in Southwick, MA. They specialize in organic facials, body wraps, massage, and reiki. If you want naturally beautiful, healthy hair and skin, skip the chemicals and pamper yourself while you're at it! |
