From the July/August Best of the Valley issue.
Food ReviewsDining Review: Sin Muerte
Nikki BuchananJanuary 11, 2023
Yes, this archly macabre vegetarian restaurant on Roosevelt Row is to die for.
There’s a slew of superb meat-free eateries for plant-based palates in the Valley.
City Guide 20233 Must-Visit Vegan Spots in Phoenix
Editorial StaffNovember 4, 2022
There’s a slew of superb meat-free eateries for plant-based palates in the Valley.
Desert DigestFood & Drink5 of the Best Vegan Options at Non-Vegan Restaurants Around the Valley
Izabella HernandezSeptember 22, 2021
Chiles en nogada from Barrio Café | Photo by Angelina Aragon Though there are a slew of eateries that cater to vegans emerging around the Valley, it can be tricky to find plant-based options at regular restaurants. We’ve rounded up five of the best vegan menus at non-vegan restaurants, which feature everything from tacos with faux meat to soup sans animal products. El Charro Hipster Bar and Café El Charro Hipster Bar and Café...
Craft BeerDesert DigestFood & DrinkHappy HourHappy Hour: Pedal Haus Brewery
Leah LeMoineJuly 16, 2021
THE SCENE I am a lot of things, but two things I certainly am not are a beer drinker and a vegan. I often wish I could be both! Life – especially concerts, dive bars, festivals and my alcohol budget – would be so much easier if I loved beer. While I can find merit in a porter or stout redolent of chocolate, coffee or caramel, or in a fruity light beer like Papago Orange Blossom, I’d always rather skip the brew in favor...
Thanks to a slew of new and established plant-based eateries, the Valley is quickly becoming a burgeoning hub for vegan and vegetarian fare. Whether you’re a veteran vegan or just looking for a meat-free meal, here are a few of our fave local dining establishments that avoid animal products. 24 Carrots Daily specials and a cozy, coffee shop vibe make this vegan café a regular destination on our rotating list of Valley eateries. Billed as...
Photo by Madison Rutherford “Plant-based food with a rock star attitude” is the mantra at this new modern Mexican restaurant in Tempe where you’ll find trendy, vegan fare and a lively-yet-lowkey vibe. At GuacStar Kitchen & Cantina, waiters are hired based on whether their disposition vibes with the concept instead of their serving credentials. Is the restaurant populating its space with unqualified servers? Not in the slightest. According to co-owner Jimmy Carlin, it’s easier...
Beaut Burger exterior | Photo by Nikki Buchanan Everyone gets a hankering for a burger now and then — even vegetarians and vegans — which is the beauty of Beaut Burger, a Tucson-based vegan burger joint so successful that it’s recently opened a second location here in Phoenix. Housed in a crisp-looking refurbished shipping container on Indian School just east of 32nd Street, BB makes almost all of its fresh, plant-based food in-house —...
Desert DigestFood & Drink23 Places to Get Gluten-Free Desserts in the Valley
Madison RutherfordMarch 4, 2021
Myth: You’re out of luck if you have a sweet tooth and celiac sensitivity in Phoenix. There are actually a slew of bakeries and cafés around the Valley that offer gluten-free goodies. Here are a handful of our fave sweet treats sans what proteins. Nami This cozy café is a haven for those with dietary restrictions. Everything on the menu is 100 percent plant-based and most items are also gluten-free, including addicting, cake donuts in...
The PHiXLinkin Spark: Q&A with Local Mental Health Advocate Amanda Webster
Mirelle InglefieldDecember 4, 2020
After a slew of hardknocks and tragedy, Amanda Webster was on the brink of suicide. A Linkin Park song and a lifestyle transformation later, she has renewed hope and has reclaimed her power. We sat down with the mental health advocate to discuss depression, COVID-19, anxiety and how she survived. As an advocate for health and wellness, what do you call yourself? I wear so many hats. Professionally, I’m a mind-body-wellness coach, which has many facets from...
Veg OutVeg Out: Gluten-Free Tamales
Marilyn HawkesApril 26, 2020
“Hearty Mexican fare” and vegan dining hardly go hand in hand. At Tryst Café, owner Lisa Khnanisho attempts to do this dichotomy with hot, filling and comforting menu choices like hempseed tamales.
Desert DigestMenusPedal Haus Brewery Introduces Expanded Vegan and Gluten-Free Menu
Madison RutherfordAugust 27, 2019
The menu at Mill Avenue mainstay Pedal Haus Brewery just got a major facelift. The lively brewpub recently unveiled its vegan and gluten-free options, which are displayed prominently on the back of its robust menu. Pedal Haus’ owner Julian Wright wanted to make an isolated section for those with dietary restrictions, who he says usually have to scour the menu or ask the server for suggestions. Now, plant-based patrons can choose from 22 meat-free meals...
Food & DrinkVegetarian Panini
Marilyn HawkesJune 20, 2019
The Parlor’s seasonal vegetarian sandwich is fresh and delicious.
