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a listing of vegan foods found in establishments in Denton, Texas compiled with love by a local citizen
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Alamo Drafthouse  
3220 Town Center Tr.      940-441-4233
They're back! With vegan cauliflower bites, pizza, burger, bowl, and chocolate chip cookies. Good stuff!

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Andaman Thai Restaurant
221 E. Hickory     Phone: 940-591-8790
They are very accommodating and have great Thai food.  Just specify vegan when ordering and they will happily adapt the recipe as necessary.  The servers are very helpful.  Curries, noodles, soups, rice dishes, etc.

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Barley & Board
100 W. Oak     940-566-3900
Hip atmosphere and clearly marked menu items. Currently there aren't many vegan options to choose from, but what they do offer is very tasty.  Ask your server for more info.

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Blue Ginger Japanese Bistro
2900 Wind River Ln, Suite 142     940-380-1719
Hibachi veggie lunch and dinner plates and veggie sushi.  Ask for hibachi veggies and fried rice without egg and butter.  Miso soup is also vegan, and don't miss the sweet little hard candies on your way out the door!

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Cafe Brazil
501 W. University     940-442-5383
Several menu items are vegan. The vegan tacos have sweet potatoes and coconut quinoa, and the new vegan burger is made in house with black beans and a green chile, with sweet potato fries and guacamole on the side. They also have soymilk to go with the wall of coffees, just ask.

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The Chestnut Tree teahouse & bistro
107 W. Hickory     940-591-9475
This sweet little tea room on the square offers lots of amazing teas and some clearly marked vegan options. Try the Buddha Bowl or Healthy Hippie. Some evenings they offer the Uncorked menu that has several vegan choices.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill
1800 S. Loop 288, Suite 398     940-565-0990
See special diet information here.  Build your own tacos, burrito or bowl with beans, rice, veggies and salsas.  Try the Sofritas: spicy tofu that is truly amazing!

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Chuy's
3300 Wind River Ln     940-228-0555 
A list of their vegan and vegetarian options can be found here.  Enjoy enchiladas, burritos, nachos and sides that are vegan and delicious!

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The Cookie Crave
519 S Locust     940-323-1222
Order your vegan cookies from this local shop by the half dozen or dozen. They have 6 vegan flavors to choose from, including snickerdoodle and lemon! Delivery is available.

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El Cucuy Burritos
424 Bryan St.    940-320-2558
Vegan burritos, Vegan 3 Alarm Quesadilla, loaded fries, and a breakfast burrito and taco option. Let's try them all!

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El Matador
720 W. University     940-387-1137
There is a vegetarian section of the menu and they will happily leave off the cheese and sour cream.  Our favorite: two guacamole tostadas with beans on the side.  We appreciate the fast service and neverending salsa. *UPDATE* We've been told that the rice is made with chicken stock, so please avoid that.

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Freebirds World Burrito
2700 W. University     940-565-5400
Pick your tortilla, refried or black beans, rice, vegan chorizo, and veggies for a great custom burrito.  FYI, the barbecue sauce is NOT vegan.   Online ordering is available so you can beat the lines.

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Fuzzy's Taco Shop
115 Industrial     940-380-8226
2412 S I-35 E (frontage road)     940-488-4779
Black beans, cilantro rice, guacamole, fried potatoes, chips and salsa.  We often make a meal out of ordering a few sides.

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Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant
821 N. Locust     940-381-2712
This sweet Italian restaurant is located in a bed and breakfast near TWU.  The menu won't have many vegan options, but the kitchen will happily make you a custom salad and pasta dish.  Just ask your server!

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Gnome Cones ** TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO FIRE**
205 N. Elm   940-320-9439
421 US Hwy 377 S - Argyle   
Now on the Denton Square!  A healthier twist on the classic snow cone.  All of their syrups are made in house with real fruit juices and natural cane sugar.  May items are vegan and gluten free.  And, the concept is a lot of fun!

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Graffiti Pasta
118 W. Oak       940-323-3489
​This pasta and pizza place on the square has really good Beyond Meatballs that come in an order of 4 or you can add them to your pasta. Menu items that are vegan are marked with a V and include broccolini, artichoke hummus, and ozmo zoodles. 

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Green Zatar
609 Sunset     940-383-2051
Vegan Verdura!  It's a wonderful plate of rice with sautéed veggies and chickpeas.  Get it without the yogurt sauce.  They also have it available as a sandwich wrapped in pita without the rice.  Or, go for the falafel sandwich.  Veggie combo, hummus, baba ghanoush, and salads are great as well.

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The Greenhouse Restaurant & Bar
600 N. Locust     940-484-1349
The menu changed, so be sure to ask your server which items can be veganized.  Currently, avocado tacos or black bean tamales, or several salads can be made vegan.

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Gyro 360
311 E. Hickory, Ste 110     940-323-0003
Mediterranean near the square that offers homemade falafel with tahini sauce, fries, and pita and hummus side. You can get the falafel on a sandwich or in a bowl. They don't fry animal products in their oil, which is great to know.

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Insomnia Cookies
106 Fry     940-241-4269
​Looking for cookies after hours? Insomnia delivers! They have several vegan options, including chocolate chunk, double chocolate chunk, and birthday cake. Stop in and see what's fresh or place your order online.

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 Komodo Loco 
109 Oakland St     940-808-0400
A stylish space where you can order some vegan sushi rolls, seaweed salad, edemame, customized ramen (miso broth, rice noodles, no egg or meat), and the Veg Out Poke bowl, which is great on a hot day. They will veganize a rice bowl for you with tofu, no egg, and a sauce of your choice. Vegan sauces are: Chimi, House Soy, Koren BBQ, KFD-Korean Chile, Spicy Orange, Sweet Thai, Tare, and House Chiles. Other veggie dishes are available, but we were advised that they use a shared fryer. If this concerns you, just avoid the fried foods. 

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Layalina Mediterranean Restaurant and Lounge
222 W. Hickory #104    940-382-3663
They have a good selection of vegetarian dishes that are also vegan. Try the various falafel plates, baskets, and burger, the smoky hummus, and baba ghanouj. My personal favorite is the Layalina Special Sandwich, which is a pita stuffed with falafel patties, fried eggplant, cauliflower, fries, pickles, and diced tomatoes with tahini sauce.

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Loco Cafe
603 N. Locust     940-387-1413
A vegan menu is available by request at the register. They offer creative almond milk coffee drinks and homemade tea blends.  I love the caramelized grapefruit paired with vegan breakfast tacos.  

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LSA Burger Co
113 W. Hickory     940-383-1022
Vegan items include hummus, steamed broccoli, the veggie burger without the bun or cheese, and they can customize a salad.  The best menu item is the Power Veggie Plate.  Order it without the parm.  You'll get spicy black beans over brown rice, a portabella mushroom cap, steamed spinach and french fries.  Yum!

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Mazatlan Restaurant
1928 N. Ruddell Street     940-566-1718
We are assured that no lard is used in the restaurant.  Beans are made with a soy-based margarine.  We have been warned that chicken stock is used in the rice.  As always, be sure to hold the dairy.  

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Mean Greens at UNT
corner of Eagle and Ave C behind Maple Hall     940-565-2462
Park on the street in the neighborhood across Eagle or in the paid parking lot at Ave C and Highland and walk over to Mean Greens for a super vegan dining experience!  It's the nation's first ALL VEGAN dining hall!  For an inexpensive price, you get the entire buffet, including drinks and dessert.  The public is welcome for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  They are only open on weekdays during regular semesters (not summers or holidays) so plan accordingly.  The hours are posted here.

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Mellow Mushroom
217 E. Hickory 940-323-1100
Vegan pizza, anyone? With Follow Your Heart cheese? Other toppings include several versions of tofu, tempeh and a huge variety of veggies. Vegan wings are avaible if dining in person. These pizzas don't come cheap and take some time to make, but we appreciate the extra effort and special ingredients! See a full list here.

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Mi Casita
110 N. Carroll     940-891-1932
Beans, rice, and veggies.  I love the Mi Casita Veggie Burrito without cheese or sour cream.  

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Movie Tavern
916 W. University     940-483-1483
Watch a movie and eat vegan food at the same time! You can order the Impossible Nuggets, Pretzel Bites (no cheese sauce), Seasoned Fries, Side Salad (no cheese or croutons), Popcorn (no butter), Pizza (no cheese), or an Impossible Smash Burger (no cheese or Tavern Sauce). 

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Mr. Chopsticks
1633 Scripture     940-591-1988
Asian-fusion and a Denton mainstay, with lots of veg dishes.  The servers are very chill and helpful.  Personal faves:  basil tofu and veggie, sushi rolls, amazing tofu sushi pockets, mustard green soup.

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Oriental Garden
114 Ave B     940-387-3317
Casual eatery near UNT with a super helpful staff.  They have a wide variety of dishes and will happily prepare things vegan for you.  Just ask what the options are.

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Pepitas Vegan Cocina
1115 W Hickory St #115     940-514-1031
This family-owned ghost kitchen has all of your Mexican food favorites! Vegan queso, tacos, tamales, desserts, and drinks are available for pick up or delivery only. 

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The Pickled Carrot
Food Truck, locations vary     214-597-0717
Text your order for faster service!  This little food truck packs a mighty punch!  Grab a tofu or portabella mushroom noodle bowl or salad.  They also have specialty drinks, if you can get them before they sell out.

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Royal Yum
801 Sunset     940-208-0820
This newer restaurant has nice atmosphere and great food. There is a vegetarian section on the menu and most of those items can be made vegan, with the addition of fried rices and curries. Also listed on the menu: vegan Thai tea and vegan Thai coffee. 

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Rusty Taco
210 E. Hickory     940-483-TACO
A couple of veggie tacos can be made vegan with a few modifications.  They will also happily let you build your own custom taco with their vegan ingredients.  The fruit dessert tacos are vegan!  Hooray!

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Sangam Indian Restaurant
111 E. University    940-320-3003
This new restaurant has a lunch buffet with vegan items, and several dishes in the vegetarian section of the menu that can be made vegan - the first 4 dishes listed.  It's conveniently located near TWU.

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Seven Mile Cafe
2123 Sadau Court      940-808-0200
Seven cheers for VEGAN! Cinnamon rolls, JUST egg, pancakes, French toast, breakfast tacos, and black bean burgers to name a few. Amazing! Also, they have soy, almond, oat, and coconut milk for all of your specialty coffee needs, and nondairy ice cream for shakes. Locations are in Denton, Highland Village, North Fort Worth, Lewisville, and Keller.

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Sweet Basil Thai Bistro
1800 S. Loop 288     940-484-6080
Several vegan options here, including peanut tofu.  Tell them you would like to eat vegan and they will even sub the vegan versions of their spring rolls and soup to go with your lunch special.

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Thai Ocha
1509 Malone     940-566-6018
Items that can be made vegan are now marked on the menu. There aren't as many as we'd like, but a clearly marked menu is the best!  Lunch specials come with a salad and spring roll.

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Thai Square
209 W. Hickory, Suite 104     940-380-0671
Most menu items can be made vegan.  Just ask!  Great assortment of Thai dishes in a lovely atmosphere.  Try the chrysanthemum iced tea, or the Thai tea with coconut milk.  For dessert: mango sorbet or mango sticky rice! 

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Tuk-Tuk Thai Kitchen
403 W. University, Suite 403          940-381-5188
(Formerly Khao San) Updated menu clearly shows vegan dishes, and we love it! The tofu in the Sesame is so crunchy and good.

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Two Gentlemen of Verona
​120 W. Oak     940-808-1342
This gelato shop on the square has a case dedicated to sorbets that are vegan. They have about 8-12 flavors at a time and will mix and match. They also have good espresso drinks with nondairy milk options. 

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Union Bear Brewing Company
221 S. Bell Ave.    940-227-6133
This new establishment has several well marked vegan dishes on the menu, including the UB Bowl, Spicy Sesame Glass Noodles, and Falafel Burger.

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Viet Bites
1104 W. Hickory   940-898-1717
Build your own meal with their array of veggies and tofu, and even choice of sauces. This is a counter service version of the original.

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West Oak Coffee Bar
114 W. Oak     
Nondairy milk is available for your favorite coffee drinks.  Their menu changes with the seasons, but you can often find lovely vegan baked goods, soup, or fancy drinks available.  Just ask when you order and they'll tell you which items are vegan. 

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Yummy's Greek Restaurant
210 W. University     940-383-2441
Great falafel that comes with tahini sauce.  Just be sure to tell them no feta on the salad.

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940's Kitchen & Cocktails
219 W. Oak       940-218-6222
The Beyond Burger is vegan in this cozy bar & restaurant on the west side of the square. Another better bet for vegetarians.

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