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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 Cinema
3220 Town Center     Phone: 940-220-4900
​Enjoy your dinner and a movie with their dedicated vegan menu, found here. Choices include pizza, buffalo cauliflower, tofu dishes, and a Beyond Burger!

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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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Boca 31
207 S. Bell       940-514-1444
They offer a fried tofu fajita bowl that is vegan.  It has rice, black beans, pico, and the crispiest tofu ever! It's really good.  

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Cafe Brazil
501 W. University     940-442-5383
Two dedicated 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 great vegan food.  Try the French toast, vegan wrap, tomato basil soup, farmer's salad, veggie burger, or one of the vegan weekly specials.  Definitely a great place to get some brunch!

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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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Denny's
4007 N. I-35       940-382-9033
Yes, Denny's.  You can get a veggie burger without cheese on the brioche or whole wheat bun, or (my favorite) the Fit Fare Veggie Skillet with avocado instead of the eggs.  Several sides are also vegan, including broccoli, corn, salad, and fries.  More info here.

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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, Beyond crumbles mixed with potatoes, 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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Frios Gourmet Pops
NE Corner of W University and Malone     940-268-2835
Popsicles with several vegan flavors to choose from, and the selection changes often. With advance notice they can take large orders for parties and events.  Personal favorite: Avocodo Lime. Yum!!

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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
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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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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Hannah's Off the Square
111 W. Mulberry     940-566-1110
One of Denton's more upscale restaurants. They can veganize things for you but it's better if you check in advance.  A better bet for vegetarians.

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J & J's Pizza on the Square
118 W. Oak 940-382-7769
They can make you vegan versions of their pizza, spaghetti, meatball subs, and calzones. For a dollar more you can get your crust stuffed with mushrooms. They have vegan cheese!! They can also do a vegan + gf pizza.

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Juice Lab
508 S. Elm #104     940-218-6461
This place has a huge menu of fresh juices, smoothies, and nut milks.  Get there while you can! They will be closing on July 31st. Current hours are M-F 8-3.

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Jupiter House Coffee
106 N. Locust 940-387-7100
It's open again! Get your specialty coffee with almond or soy, or enjoy a smoothie on a hot summer day! They have several variations of vegan banana breads by the slice.

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Khao San Thai Kitchen
403 W. University, Suite 403          940-381-5188
They have a vegetarian section of the menu, and will make things vegan by leaving out the egg as necessary.  Many things on the menu can be veganized, including the curries.  Personal favorite: the Hot Garden dish.

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Killer's Tacos
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424 Bryan St 940-514-1920
Check out the Nature Muncher taco (hot) with hummus and veggies and a new South by Southwest taco with homemade vegan chorizo (order without Baja sauce). Also, you can make substitutions on any other taco to make it vegan. They will use beans or mushrooms and a vegan sauce. Find them at the corner of Bryan and Scripture.

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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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Loco Cafe
603 N. Locust     940-387-1413
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 and sub fries for the coleslaw.  You'll get spicy black beans over brown rice, a portabella mushroom cap, steamed broccoli 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. 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
905 W. University (express)     940-891-1938, 
Beans, rice, and veggies.  I love the Mi Casita Veggie Burrito without cheese or sour cream.  The express location is awesome when you want drive-through that's local.   

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Milpa kitchen & cantina
​820 S. I-35 E, Ste 101    940-382-8470
There's a section on the menu with vegan choices, including Portobello Mushroom Fajitas, Vegan Enchiladas, Al Pastor Vegano (flavorful tacos), Tamales Veganos, nachos, and Vegan Quesadillas!  Now they have vegan queso, too! More info in the blog.

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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 Asian Rice Bowl (no egg), Pretzel Bites (no cheese sauce), General Tso's Cauliflower, Seasoned Fries, Side Salad (no cheese or croutons), Roasted Salmon Super Salad (no salmon, cheese, or croutons), Popcorn (no butter), Pizza (no cheese), or a Veggie Burger (no cheese or sour cream). So many choices!

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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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OMG Donuts
703 Londonderry Ln   
They have vegan tofu scramble tacos and donuts, but please call ahead to order at least one day before. They even have a drive through window!

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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
820 S. I-35E, Ste 101     940-514-1031
Located in the same building as Milpa, this all vegan, family-owned restaurant has all of your Mexican food favorites! Queso, tacos, and even family packs are available for dine-in. Or, you can order online and drive through the pick up line. 

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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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PO-K LOCO
119 Ave A     940-514-0808
Poke bowls with other creative options, such as personal favorite Naco Mama's Curry Not'Chos. Instead of marking which things are vegan, they mark which things are NOT vegan on their menu with a cow. What a refreshing change! Conveniently located near UNT, and to go orders can be placed by calling ahead.

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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, scrambled tofu, pancakes, breakfast tacos, jackfruit, and Beyond 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, and Keller.

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​Spiral Diner
608 E. Hickory St
Vegan paradise of comfort food, including brunch and desserts.  Enjoy Denton's all vegan treasure!  Also, check out their grocery nook for special vegan food items you need to have at home. They are now open at 7:00 a.m. and feature a grab & go menu for a quick breakfast.

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Sushi Motto
2430 S. I-35 E, Suite 126     940-383-3288
They were very helpful when we asked for something vegan.  The chef made us avocado and mango sushi, which we enjoyed with edamame and miso soup.

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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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Sweetwater Grill & Tavern
115 S Elm St     940-484-2888
Sweetwater is back! They are now serving the Impossible Burger with a vegan bun and cheese option.

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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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Viet Bites
1104 W. Hickory   940-898-1717
Build your own meal with their array of veggies and tofu, and even a veggie fish sauce. 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
Also a new location on the SE corner of I-35 & Lillian Miller
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
This restaurant and bar on the square has fewer options than in times past.  The crushed avocado toast has been vegan for a long time, and currently they have a falafel bowl with quinoa that is very good.

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