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Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants: (14 Listings)

Pearl of the Ocean veg-friendly restaurant   HappyCow Supporter!  4 HappyCows based on member votes 3 Reviews
736 Water St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Branciforte Ave)
Phone number: 831-457-2350
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Lacto, Sri Lankan, Organic, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg
Moderate
Serves meat, veg options available. A Sri Lankan restaurant that uses local organic ingredients and ingredients imported from Sri Lanka. The menu features many vegetarian and vegan dishes with several unique vegetable offerings, and it denotes what is not vegan. Peaceful atmosphere with Buddhist cultural aspects. Has outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sun 11am-2:30pm, 5-9pm, Fri-Sat til 9:30pm.
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Cafe Gratitude vegan restaurant  3.5 HappyCows based on member votes 6 Reviews
103 Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Pacific Ave)
Phone number: 831-427-9583
Type of Food:  Vegan, Organic, American, Raw, Beer/Wine, Take-out
Moderate
Part of a collection of organic vegan restaurants specializing in vegan and gourmet raw and cooked cuisines. Uses produce from the owners' farm. Open Mon-Sun 10am-10pm.
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Alfresco vegetarian restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 9 Reviews
1520 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Locust St)
Phone number: 831-429-1765
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, American, Fast food, Take-out only
Inexpensive
Outdoor kiosk offering healthy wraps, salads, and hot dishes. Cash only. Open Mon-Sun 11:30am-6pm.
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Malabar Cafe vegetarian restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 11 Reviews
514 Front St, Santa Cruz, California (95060)
Phone number: 831-423-7906
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Sri Lankan, Asian, Fusion, Take-out
Moderate
Sri Lankan and Asian fusion cuisine. Previously known as Asian Rose. Open Mon-Sat for lunch and dinner, Sun dinner only.
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Saturn Cafe - Santa Cruz vegetarian restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 25 Reviews
145 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Pacific Ave)
Phone number: 831-429-8505
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, American, Fast food, Take-out
Moderate
Vegetarian diner with an American diner-like menu featuring veggie burgers, sandwiches, breakfast and brunch food, Cal-Mex food, fries, shakes, and beverages. Serve breakfast every day/ all day and have lunch, dinner and dessert options. Sat-Sun open at 10am and serve late risers brunch from 10am-4pm (including mimosas and vegan donut holes). Punky, funky music and decor. Open Mon-Fri 11am-3am, Sat-Sun 10am-3am.
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Charlie Hong Kong veg-friendly restaurant  3 HappyCows based on member votes 5 Reviews
1141 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95060)
Phone number: 831-426-5664
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Chinese, Thai, Asian, Fast food, Beer, Take-out, Non-veg
Inexpensive
Serves meat, veg options available. Asian fast food restaurant with a mostly veggie menu, labeled. Uses some organic ingredients. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Open daily 11am-11pm.
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Engfer Pizza Works veg-friendly restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
537 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, California (at Murray St)
Phone number: 831-429-1856
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Lacto, American, Pizza, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg
Moderate
Serves meat, veg options available. Woodfire pizza place, features a Grandpa's flatbed truck from Engfer Iron Works. All the vegetarian pizzas can be made vegan, and offers a vegan tofu "cheese" topping on vegan pies. A wide variety of toppings are available year round and seasonally. Casual atmosphere. Open Tue-Sun 4-9:30pm.
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Little Shanghai veg-friendly restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
1010 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Locust St)
Phone number: 831-458-2460
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Lacto, Chinese, Buffet, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg
Inexpensive
Serves meat, veg options available. Primarily meat based but has a large vegetable and tofu section on the menu (all vegan suitable). House specialties include gan sao tempeh, sweet bean buns, sesame balls, and vegetable cho balls (garbonzo flour and veggies deep fried like hush puppies). Weekday lunch is buffet style pay-by-the-item, which includes rice (steamed white, brown, or fried) or noodles, cabbage, and soup. Cafeteria style atmosphere with a slight Asian theme. Owners are old school and accommodating to veg diets. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm, Mon-Thur 5-9pm, Fri-Sat 5-9:30pm, closed Sun.
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Mobo Sushi veg-friendly restaurant  3.5 HappyCows based on member votes 3 Reviews
105 S River St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Front St)
Phone number: 831-425-1700
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Lacto, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg
Moderate
Serves meat, veg options available. Has a separate vegetarian sushi list with all vegetarian and vegan options are clearly marked. Some of the options (almost half the menu) include rolls, appetizers, desserts, sides, bento boxes, and salads. Try the vegan tazuna roll which is different every time (chef's choice). Busy on weekends. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sat for lunch and dinner, Sun dinner only.
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Pink Godzilla veg-friendly restaurant  Not rated yet Be first to review!
830 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95062)
Phone number: 831-464-2586
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Japanese, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg
Moderate
Serves meat, veg options available. A Japanese sushi bar restaurant. Vegetarian options are marked and there is a vegetarian section of the menu that includes many vegan choices. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Open Tue-Fri 5-10pm, Sat 1-10:30pm, Sun 1-9:30pm, closed Mon.
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Salsa's Taco Bar veg-friendly restaurant  Not rated yet Be first to review!
1710 Brommer St, Santa Cruz, California (95062) (at 17th Ave)
Phone number: 831-465-1105
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Take-out, Mexican, Non-veg
Inexpensive
Serves meat, veg options available. Small taco bar with an extensive vegan menu (still expanding), which include tacos, chimichangas, tortas, burritos and flautas. The owners are friendly and happy to answer questions. ATM on premises. Previously named Las Palmas Taco Bar. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Open Mon-Sun 9am-9pm.
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Seabreeze Cafe veg-friendly restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
542 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95062) (at Murray St)
Phone number: 831-427-9713
Type of Food:  Ovo, Lacto, American, Non-veg
Inexpensive
Serves meat, veg options available. American breakfast and lunch cafe. While most dishes contain dairy, egg, and meat, the kitchen will cater for veg and gluten-free diets. Has a tofu scramble and a tofu curry at breakfast and a mushroom burger at lunch (vegan ask to omit cheese). Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Open Mon-Sat 6am-2pm, Sun 7am-1pm.
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Sitar Indian Cuisine veg-friendly restaurant  4 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
1133 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Lincoln)
Phone number: 831-427-3000
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Lacto, Indian, Buffet, Take-out, Non-veg
Inexpensive
Serves meat, veg options available. Daily all-you-can-eat vegetarian lunch buffet 11:30am-5pm for $7 which features rice, pakora, naan, salad, dessert area with cut melons, plus several chutneys, sauces and dips. Also has eight entrees and soups, 4-6 of which are vegan. You can also get an all-you-can-fit to go box from the buffet for around $5. In addition, they have an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner, with a large majority being vegetarian and some vegan dishes, plus fresh juices and teas. Indian decor and atmosphere complete with Bollywood MTV playing. WiFi. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm, Sun 11:30am-7pm.
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The Bagelry veg-friendly restaurant  3 HappyCows based on member votes 2 Reviews
320 Cedar St Ste A, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at btwn Laurel and Maple)
Phone number: 831-424-8049
Type of Food:  Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Lacto, American, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg
Inexpensive
Serves meat, veg options available. Locally owned bagel shop with a few locations. 90% of dozen bagel varieties are vegan. Also has half dozen vegan spreads for bagels. Also offers organic veggies, scrambagels, and bottled juices, including non dairy and vegan bottled smoothies. Bulletin board of local events. ATM on site. Free wi-fi. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Open Mon-Fri 6:30am-5:30pm, Sat 7:30am-5:30pm, Sun 8am-4pm.
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Health Food Stores, Vegan Shops, Vegan Bakeries, Vegetarian B&Bs, Veg Catering, Veg*n Organizations: (11 Listings)

Kresge Natural Foods Health Food Store Not rated yet Be first to review!
UC Santa Cruz Kresge College, Santa Cruz, California (95064)
Phone number: 831-426-1506
Student volunteer operated small shop on campus, offers some bulk grains, dried foods, nuts, shelf grocery, non-dairy frozen desserts. Cash or check only. Students can use their "flexi" meal plans. May be closed on Sunday.
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New Leaf Community Market - Downtown Health Food Store 4 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
1134 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95060)
Phone number: 425-5323
Natural foods market with several locations. Stocks a wide range of natural food and grocery. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sun 8am-9pm.
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New Leaf Community Market - Westside Health Food Store 3 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
1101 Fair Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95060)
Phone number: 831-426-1307
Natural foods market with several locations. Stocks a wide range of natural food and grocery. Previously located on Mission. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sun 8am-10pm.
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Santa Cruz Raw Foods Co-op - maybe closed Health Food Store Not rated yet Be first to review!
207 Hubbard St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Market)
Phone number: 831-713-5719
A local co-op providing raw foods, at affordable prices with the goal of trying to get health foods out to the community. Products include goji berries, mulberries, hemp seeds, mesquite, and more. Also host health oriented potlucks on Sundays 7:30pm, and monthly warehouse parties. Call for details. NOTE: maybe closed/shut down, please verify and let HappyCow know.
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Staff of Life Health Food Store 4.5 HappyCows based on member votes 5 Reviews
1266 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95062)
Phone number: 831-423-8632
Natural foods market with deli, bakery, and juice bar inside. Wide selection of natural products and food, including nutritional supplements, vitamins, vegetarian and vegan foods, bulk staples, and more. Specializes in vegan baked goods. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 9am-9pm.
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The Food Bin Health Food Store 4 HappyCows based on member votes 2 Reviews
1130 Mission, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Laurel)
Phone number: 423-5526
Nice size store with all kinds of foods, snacks, bulk grains, nuts, dried fruits, and fresh produce. Daily 9am-midnight.
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The Herb Room Health Food Store 5 HappyCows based on member votes 1 Review
1130 Mission St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Laurel/next to Food Bin)
Phone number: 831-429-8108
Well-stocked small shop with an assortment of products from herbs, vitamins, Chinese medicine, natural remedies books, body care, housewares, to teas and more. Daily 9am-midnight.
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Whole Foods Market Health Food Store Not rated yet Be first to review!
911 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95062)
Phone number: 831-426-9901
Part of large natural foods supermarket chain. Has fresh fruits and vegetables including organic produce, deli and hot food bars, vitamins, supplements, personal care products, grocery, and much more. Accepts credit cards. Open daily.
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The Adobe on Green Street Veg Hotel/B&B Not rated yet Be first to review!
103 Green St, Santa Cruz, California (95060)
Phone number: 831-469-9866
All vegetarian bed and breakfast in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz. See website for details.
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Bloom Total Body Care Other Vegan/Vegetarian Stuff Not rated yet Be first to review!
1132 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California (95060)
Phone number: 831-425-1793
Located next door to its affiliated company, New Leaf Market. Sells natural body care and beauty products. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Sun.
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Samba Rock Acai Cafe Other Vegan/Vegetarian Stuff 4 HappyCows based on member votes 2 Reviews
291 Water St, Santa Cruz, California (95060) (at Ocean)
Phone number: 831-458-2224
Serving Brazilian acai bowls in addition to smoothies, yerba mate, a few baked goods, coffee, espresso, and organic soups. Dishes with milk can be made vegan with the substitution of hemp milk at extra charge. Free indoor bike parking. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Open Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat-Sun 9-5.
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