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The Vegetarian/Vegan Guide to UCR
We're making great strides in attaining options for veggie folk! Note that this page is meant to serve solely as a guide for students to cruelty-free eating in the UCR area, it may be incorrect due to changes at the restaurants!
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On-campus
Latitude 55:
used to have mock-chicken nuggets ('vegan nuggets') but not anymore  Their french fries are vegan but their veggie burger is not vegan, but it is vegetarian.
La Fiamma Pasta:
Vegan: Pastas with marinara sauces are vegan, and there are many choices of veggies. Avoid the bread, which contains milk, and ask for salad without dairy dressing.
Vegetarian:: The side bread and dressings are vegetarian, and they have several vegetarian sauces.
La Fiamma Pizza:
Vegan: You can custom order a vegan pizza, just ask for no cheese. Don't get there right before closing if ordering a custom pizza! You must order no later than half an hour before they close.
Vegetarian: They have hot-and-ready cheese pizzas.
El Sol Mexican Cuisine:
Vegan: The beans and rice have no animal ingredients, so you can order almost any vegetarian meal without cheese and it will be vegan. They have tortas, tacos, and other standard mexican food items. Chips & sides like rice, beans, salsa, fruit cup.
'Stacked' Sandwich Shop:
Vegan: Bread may contain honey, but is otherwise vegan. Lots of vegetable toppings are available, including grilled veggies or vegan hummus to replace meat. A great combo is lots of hummus, and then cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, mushrooms, and/or onions & lettuce. + Oil/vinegar & salt/pepper. Grab a side of Fritos or Lays if stomach is extra empty!
Close to Campus
University Cafe:
On University Ave. by Mumbles. Offers several vegetarian/vegan lunch specials all around $6. You just have to tell them when you are ordering a vegetarian dish if you are vegan and I believe the only difference is they do not include egg. Also the boba drinks are vegan and delicious. I reccomend the vegan Kung Pao Tofu with a Lychee Green Tea. Also there is free wifi and sofas with a nice view of University Ave. Be careful though, theres a 2 hour parking limit.
Pho Saigon:
On University Ave. by Santana's. On the back page of the menu is a vegetarian menu. Sadly the Pho here is not vegetarian.
Quiznos & Subway:
Veggie sub sandwiches. You can pay at Quiznos with your bearbucks account. Both are in University Village
Teriyaki Bowl:
In University Village. Offers several dishes where you can replace meat options with tofu. Watch out of the different sauces because some contain animal products.
Sub Station:
Off Canyon Crest across from the the soccer field. They take Bear Bucks, but costs a lot. They have a lot of veggie subs, and a very deceptive sub called Avacado sub. There is also a sandwich called the Avocado and Cheese, so you may presume that the Avacado sub has no cheese, but it does, so make sure if you are vegan to say no cheese anyways.
Denny's:
Vegetarian! not vegan: In University Village. Their veggie burger. Onion rings and fries are vegan. Open 24-hours so its great for late study nights!
Surrounding Area
Pizza Kiln:
12625 Frederick St #W4, Moreno Valley
A pizza place that serves vegan pizza with soy cheese. Visit their site at http://www.thepizzakiln.com/ because they have a large vegan menu!
Back to the Grind:
3575 University Ave, Riverside, California 92501
Local cafe with some vegan options, including vegan pizza, mock meats, and vegan dessert options. Turns into after hours hang out after the local bars close, they serve food for the late night crowd and includes vegan hot dogs and additional items to their late night menu. Local musicians perform most nights. Cafe is decorated in art by local artists. Free wi-fi. Has outdoor seating.
Caffe Java Bliss:
7111 Magnolia Ave Ste A, Riverside, California (92504) (at Arlington)
Coffee house with a light food menu that includes some vegetarian options such as sprout sandwich, panini portabella, bliss salad, and vegan bread. Soy milk available for drink. Free wifi internet.
Monark Asian Bistro:
5225 Canyon Crest Dr Ste 64, Riverside, California (92507)
Formerly known as the 'Little Emperor', Monark has a vegetarian section on menu including soymeat substitutes. Make sure to ask them to leave out fish sauce.
Simple Simon's:
3639 Main St, Riverside, California (92501) (at Mission Inn Ave)
A sandwich and pastry shop with about 4 veggie sandwiches, one which is vegan.
Papis Tacos Al Carbon:
11860 Magnolia Ave, Ste U & V, Riverside, California (92503) (at Pierce St)
Authentic Mexican food that caters to vegetarians. They are friendly and say any dish can be made vegetarian or vegan.
Near Riverside County
La Sierra Natural Foods:
11550 Pierce St, Riverside, CA 92505
La Sierra Natural Foods is a great vegetarian health food store. They even have a little sandwich shop and juice bar. They have a wide selection of groceries and lots of fresh organic produce.
Happy Family Vegetarian Cuisine:
2150 S Waterman Ave, San Bernardino, CA
Chinese-vegetarian cuisine. San Bernardino is north of UCR, not too far away, check it out!
A Healthier Las Brasas:
25596 Barton Rd, Loma Linda, CA
A Mexican restaurant with several soy options. The city of Loma Linda has a lot of vegetarian grocery stores, and even normal grocery stores have a lot of soy meats here.
Oasis Cafe:
11550 Pierce St, Riverside, CA
A lot of vegan options, with excellent burgers.
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