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Cucina Colore
The Top List of Veggie Restaurants - Denver, CO
Meatless meals are a big hit in metro-Denver.
by Darcie Vance & Marge D. Hansen
The simplest vegetarian dishes burst with tantalizing flavors when spices, herbs and fresh ingredients are combined according to age-old recipes or exciting, innovative variations found in popular contemporary cuisine. Area restaurants are serving up healthy menus that glitter with variety and imagination. Their culinary collections feature food from mama's Italian kitchen, papa's Greek taverna, and south of the border Mexican specialties as well as bright, bold Indian and Asian offerings. Meatless meals are a big hit in metro-Denver.
MASALAA
3140 S. Parker Road
Aurora, CO – 80014
Ph: 303-755-6272
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 11:30am–2:30pm and 5:30pm–10:00pm
Friday: 11:30am–2:30pm and 5:30pm–10:30pm
Saturday:Noon to 3pm and 5pm to 10:30pm
Sunday:
Noon to 3pm and 5pm to 10pm
Other Locations:
1224 Pennsylvania Ave, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone:720-406-8796
Sunday - Thursday: 11:30am –2:30pm and 5:30pm–10:00pm
Friday - Saturday:11:30am–2:30pm and 5:30pm–10:30pm
Masalaa provides patrons with a trip to the exotic Indies while in an unassuming restaurant. Masalaa’s food options include over 120 options, even foodies will have a tough time trying to decide what to try next. With a wide array of breads, salads, entrees, Indo-Chinese, and rice options the menu seems endless. Some options can be made Gluten Free and everything on the menu is vegetarian. This restaurant provides Indian food lovers with new options and also some of their old favorites. Local favorites are items like Saag, Vegetable Korma, Various Uthappam choices, Dosas dishes, and Lemon Rice (many other Rice items are available). The menu has a whopping eight dessert choices most are sweet milk based to please the sweet tooth in everyone.
Estimated cost pp $10.00 to $15.00
WOLFE'S BBQ
333 East Colfax Avenue
Denver CO 80203-1815
303-831-1500
Cuisine BBQ & Vegetarian
Hours: Monday-Friday Lunch 1:30am-3:00pm and Dinner 5:00pm-8:00pm
Wolfe’s BBQ has been a Denver favorite for over 20 years. The owner himself freely admits that without the BBQ-Tofu on the menu the restaurant would have gone out of business over 10 years ago. Wolfe’s is one block away from the state capital so it attracts a wide range of patrons, most times you will see a mix of suits and tattoos. This is a perfect place for those non meat eaters and carnivores to come together for a good meal. Vegetarians can dine on BBQ-Tofu, vegetarian baked beans, carrot salad, and fruit salad. Wolfe’s also features some amazing pies for dessert. Vegetarians can now have more then just salad they can have a dripping with sauce BBQ meal.
Estimated cost pp $10.00- $15.00
KARMA
1575 Boulder St Ste B, Denver, Colorado 80211
303-455-2533
Cuisine: Ovo, Lacto, Vegan-friendly, Raw, Organic
Closed Monday,Tues-Sat 8:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday 8:00am to 5:00pm
This Café is perfect for the laid back vegetarian or anyone who wants to try something new without spending a lot on food. They serve Breakfast, lunch, and also dinner. All foods are organically grown and they also include a raw food special each day. Karma has a child friendly menu for the little ones. Popular items are Vegan French Toast, the Build your own Sandwich, and Happy Tuna which is fish free. Most nights there are featured artists or local talent to entertain as you dine. A causal atmosphere and health food combine to make this a trendy hang out spot. Also on the menu are Vegan pastries, some, gluten-free options, fair trade coffees and teas. Free Wi-Fi. Accepts credit cards.
Estimated cost pp $5.00 - $10.00
BLUE BONNET CAFÉ - Mexican Includes Vegetarian
457 South Broadway
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 778-0147
Hours: (Mon-Thur) 11 am-10 pm; (Fri & Sat) 11 am-11 pm; (Sun) 10 am- 9 pm
A family-owned, Denver landmark-in business for more than thirty years-the Blue Bonnet has a hot menu with a variety of vegetarian specialties to keep the most eclectic group of diners happy. Vegetarian dishes appear in red on the menu. No lard is used in the preparation of the bean dishes. Veg-only Tamales, Guacamole Tostados, Cheese Enchiladas and massive Smothered Bean Burritos are bathed in a vegetarian red sauce that fires up the flavors of each tasty dish. Mexican pizza and quesadillas spiced with sautéed onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, beans and cheese turn ordinary appetizers into a veritable veggie fiesta. A full bar offers award-winning Margaritas, colorful alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoctions, as well as a bountiful array of bottled and draft beer. A new addition to the Sunday brunch menu is the Mexican Crepes: luscious egg-filled crepes topped with guacamole and sour cream served with rice and beans.
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Closed, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for lunch/dinner = $10 - $15
CUCINA COLORE - Italian Includes Vegetarian
3041 East Third Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 393-6917
Hours: (Mon) 11 am-9 pm; (Tues-Thur) 11 am-10 pm; (Fri) 11 am-10:30 pm; (Sat) Noon-10:30 pm; (Sun) Noon-9 pm
The sleek lines of the bar and cleanly sculpted shapes of the booths and furnishings make this Italian eatery a feast for the eyes. Stretching toward the back of the dining area, appetizing evidence of the imaginative menu decorates every table. While not vegetarian by majority, there are a number of sumptuous appetizers and entrees that fit into this special category. Buttery bruschetta with fontina and roasted asparagus is topped with garden-fresh tomato and basil. The fontina is also found on the Portabello Pizza flavored with roasted garlic and truffle oil. Penne Telefono combines lightly fried eggplant, fresh mozzarella and garlic with rich, red plum tomatoes. Artfully simple, linguini is tossed with basil pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts. White bean and roasted red pepper ravioli is painted with brown butter, sage and balsamic syrup. Garlic, chili peppers, kalamata olives, tomatoes and ricotta come together in an outstanding Penna Al Arrabiatta. The lasagna is pasta-less, combining eggplant, roasted tomatoes, spinach and smoked mozzarella. An extensive wine list rounds out the meals served from this delightful "colorful kitchen."
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Closed, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for lunch/dinner = $15 - $25
INDIA'S
3333 South Tamarac Drive
Denver, CO 80231
(303) 755-4284
Hours: (Mon-Thur) Lunch Buffet 11:30 am-2:15 pm, 5:30-9:15 pm; (Fri) 11:30 am-2:15 pm, 5:30-9:45 pm; (Sat) Noon-2:15 pm, 5:30-9:45 pm; (Sun) 11:30 am- 2:45, 5:30-9:30 pm
Delicate combinations of spices and herbs flavor the food, and India's chefs bring out the best in each and every traditional recipe. To start, the Papri-Pakauri, crispy wafers with chickpeas and cubes of potato in curd, are finely seasoned to taste. Paneer Pakora encases cream cheese in a puffed fritter. Main dishes include Navarattan Korma which blends a selection of vegetables with pistachios, almonds and cashews, served in a velvety cream sauce. Saag Paneer is spinach cooked with flavorful homemade cheese and distinctive spices. Vaishnav Thali, a vegetarian platter, showcases an assortment of vegetable curries, lentils and rice served with roti, a traditional Indian bread. Refreshing drinks, Fruit Lassis, are made from yogurt blended with the juice of mangos, grapes, strawberries or pineapples. A variety of robust Indian beers go well with the pungent, skillfully spiced Indian menu. The ornate canopies, plentiful plants and vivid linens are striking-a touch of the exotic, a taste from another culture that is truly unique.
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Dinner only, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas-Dinner only, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for lunch/dinner = $14 - $22
LITTLE OLLIE'S ASIAN CAFÉ - Chinese Includes Vegetarian
2364 East Third Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 316-8888
Hours: (Mon-Fri) 11:30 am-3 pm, 4:30-10 pm; (Sat & Sun) Noon-10 pm
Aromatic sauces and beautifully colorful menu presentations match the trendy, fresh look of this popular spot. The sidewalk patio makes the most of seasonal breezes and thick canvas "walls" and gas heaters warm even the chilliest evenings. Every meal starts with a soul-warming soup. Among the vegetarian offerings are tofu vegetable soup for two and vegetable hot and sour. Dumplings, noodles and favorites such as Yushan Eggplant, Sesame Tofu, Mu Shu Vegetables and Tofu Kung Pao-style can be served mild or hot and spicy. Flavorful Bamboo Steamed dishes are prepared with fresh, mixed vegetables and served with or without tofu and a light but pungent garlic sauce on the side. A spicy fragrance fills the air, tempting guests to sample something new. People-watching enhances the experience as diners look out on the stylish streets of Cherry Creek North. Full bar service is offered.
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas-Open, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for lunch/dinner = $10 - $20
PITA JUNGLE - Middle Eastern Includes Vegetarian and Vegan
2017 South University Boulevard
Denver, CO 80210
(720) 570-1900
Hours: (Sun-Thur) 11 am-10 pm; (Fri-Sat) 11 am-10:30 pm
It's a jungle in here! But the delightful menu soothes diners by delivering delicious taste treats made from scratch following traditional Lebanese and Middle Eastern recipes. Appetizers are served in portions generous enough to make a meal. Hummus, a delicate mingling of garbanzo beans, garlic, lemon, sesame, spices and olive oil, is a house specialty. Grape Leaves enfold scallions, parsley, tomato, rice, lemon juice, olive oil and spices. The rich, full-flavored lentil soup arrives with a juicy lemon wedge. The Pita Jungle Sampler is a colorful platter that delivers a variety of mouth-watering delights: the slightly smoky charbroiled eggplant of Baba Ghannouge; Lubieh Bizzyet's blending of green beans and tomatoes; the minty yogurt mix Lebni; Moujaddara, fresh lentils cooked with herbs; garlic dip; feta cheese; a puff pastry filled with spinach; grape leaves; Falafel dressed with Tahini sauce and Tabbouleh, thick with parsley, tomatoes, scallions, cracked wheat, mint, lemon, olive oil and spices. A basket of fresh pita bread accompanies all specialty platters. Baklava-pistachio, walnut or almond-ends the jungle interlude on a sweet note.
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas-Open, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for lunch/dinner = $7 - $15
SUNFLOWER - Natural Dining Includes Vegetarian and Vegan
1701 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 440-0220
Hours: (Mon-Fri) 11 am-2:30 pm, 5-10 pm; (Sat) 10 am-2:30 pm, 5-10 pm; (Sun) 10 am-2:30 pm, 5-9 pm; organic salad buffet 11 am-4 pm daily
Mellow, red brick walls of the 1905, historic building embrace the two dining rooms as sunlight floods across the tables and lights up the massive paintings of sunflowers adorning the walls. In the evening, soft light gives the restaurant a restful glow. No preservatives, chemicals or artificial ingredients are used in the food preparation. All vegetarian selections are free of animal products except those offered with optional cheeses. Dishes are prepared with Celtic sea salt from Brittany in France. Only aluminum-free cookware is found in this kitchen. A favorite vegetarian choice is the Tempeh Scaloppini, seasoned cutlets sautéed in white wine with onions, mushrooms, herbs, lemon and garlic. Szechuan Vegetable Stir Fry melds a variety of fresh, Asian vegetables with the house pepper sauce, served with organic brown rice and crowned with scallions and cashews. Pad Thai is popular at lunch as are sandwiches served with a hefty house salad in balsamic vinaigrette or thick sticks of French Fried organic russet potatoes. Topping the weekend brunch selections are Blueberry Granola Pancakes and grilled hallah bread French Toast. A quiet energy infuses the Sunflower dining experience from the innovative menu to the friendly service. Full bar service is available.
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Dinner only, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for lunch/dinner = $10 - $25
WATERCOURSE FOODS - Vegetarian and Vegan
206 East Thirteenth Avenue
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 832-7313
Hours: (Tues-Fri) 6:30 am-10 pm; (Sat & Sun) 8 am-10 pm
Consistently named one of Denver's top choices for healthy, homemade food, Watercourse offers up breakfast all through the day. Whether you're up early or mid-afternoon is more your style, the morning mealtime selections are available and delicious. A short or fat stack of Buckwheat Pancakes have made the place famous. Amsterdam Hash-grilled veggies and homefries blended with tofu or eggs topped with gravy-satisfies even the largest appetite. Tempting lunch plates include the Tempeh Burger topped with grilled onions, sautéed mushrooms, splashed with barbeque sauce and stacked next to a hearty helping of chips and cous cous salad. For a colorful taste combination, the Juan Wrap features a whole wheat tortilla decked with cilantro pistachio pesto and filled with grilled sweet potatoes, mushrooms and onions dressed with smoked Gouda cheese. Innovative dinner specialties make it hard to choose. Caribbean Jerk Tofu is crispy tofu cooked in a spicy citrus sauce served with brown rice, steamed greens and lightly grilled coconut sweet potatoes. All dishes can be prepared vegan. Beer and wine are available.
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for breakfast/lunch/dinner = $7 - $15
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