Growing awareness of the health benefits of a plant-based diet has spawned vegetarian restaurants in the United States. With diverse influences, innovative twists, and world-class preparations, today's vegan menu is much more than just a salad. There's never been a better time to go meatless in America. Plant-based burgers achieve the impossible. People have figured out how to make amazing sushi out of eggplant and tofu. They are making progress with lab-grown meat, although its vegetarian status is certainly debatable. Additionally, and perhaps most importantly, these 10 plant-based restaurants are not only great examples of vegan and vegetarian cuisine, but they are also top restaurants.

Downtown DeLand:

You can be anywhere in downtown DeLand just a stone's throw away from a divine meal. Independent restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and coffee shops abound. Gourmet, scratch-made, locally produced. Enjoy international dishes such as Greek, Cuban, Mexican, Thai or Italian cuisine. Suitable for staples such as burgers, sandwiches, and pizza. Fill up on ice cream, frozen yogurt, or treats from our local bakeries. Eat, drink and enjoy.

Millennium:

Millennium is legendary among vegan restaurants. The restaurant has been serving healthy, organic, plant-based food in the heart of San Francisco for over two decades. The menu is seasonal and changes frequently based on fresh produce. By combining the flavors and preparations of different cuisines, the chef offers an unexpected creative experience. To the disappointment of its loyal following, Millennium is closing its doors at the end of this year. This giant of the vegan restaurant industry is not only worth mentioning but worth visiting before it's too late.

Ariari:

Ariari restaurant is located in the East Village of New York. This is a Korean restaurant inspired by the port city of Busan. It is very famous for its fresh seafood and comforting Korean food. Ariari is a Korean word that means "to pave your way." The restaurant prides itself on forging its paths. The restaurant showcases our unique interpretation of Korean gastronomy, especially from Busan to New York. The restaurant wants to delight its customers with a new culture. Various food and drinks are offered there.

Sutra:

Sutra takes a refreshingly different approach to vegan and vegetarian food, aiming to appeal to all the senses. This restaurant is a feast for the eyes before you take your first bite. The interior is colorful and cheerful, and the food plate is artistic and aesthetic. The menu is excellent and changes frequently based on the freshest seasonal ingredients. Guests can enjoy five courses where flavors and techniques are perfectly matched for a unique overall experience. Sutra extends the good vibes beyond the restaurant with community yoga classes and retreats that nourish both body and soul.

Kothai Republic:

The KoThai Republic is on the busy Ninth Avenue corridor in San Francisco's Inner Sunset District. The restaurant serves interpretations of modern Asian cuisine. The restaurant serves "Asian Fusion" dishes inspired by the flavors of Korea and Thailand. The goal of restaurants is for each dish to create something new and at the same time try to serve familiar foods. Food memories are remembered with reference points. The food your mother made at home when you were a child when you stood next to your grandmother while she stirred the pot - your first bite of a Michelin-starred establishment. These are eternal reference points. We hope that something in each of our dishes brings back some of these memories or creates a new future for dining experiences.

Plant:

Away from the big cities of its trendy cousins, Plant in Asheville, NC rewrites all the rules. Great ideas came from this small village to create a restaurant that would attract guests from near and far. The restaurant focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, building community, and reducing its environmental impact. Plant's menu allows the quality of the ingredients to shine through a simple but well-thought-out preparation.

Andreas Keller restaurant:

Andreas Keller's restaurant was founded by David Forchemer in 1989. The restaurants were his passion for people and Bavaria, which started its creation. Later, the passion was transferred to his daughter Heidi, who became the owner in 1995. Together with the German chef Anita, they created Andreas Keller restaurants. Keller's strong traditions remain. Restaurants offer traditional home-cooked Bavarian food and imported beer on tap, offer more live music than anywhere else in the city, and encourage heavy camaraderie. It also offers some of the best desserts and has an extensive gluten-free menu.

Crossroads:

Crossroads has become well known in Los Angeles as a local and celebrity favorite. The restaurant's interior has charming rustic elements, but it is also elegant enough for the discerning Hollywood stars. Mediterranean flavors influence the cuisine and feature small dishes that are easy to share. Pastas, risottos, and pasta are made in-house daily and are the platform for many dishes that highlight vegetables.

The Elephant Walk:

Elephant Walk started in 1991. This is a Cambodian-French fusion restaurant. The restaurant has a bicultural menu that includes a wide range of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. This restaurant has become an important part of the food heritage of the Boston area and was even considered "The OG" by the Boston Globe. The restaurant's dishes range from rouleaux (a Cambodian version of spring rolls) to hearty soups and refreshing herb salads to Cambodian classics and our inventions. It is a very good feeling after visiting the restaurants. Chef Nadsa de Monteiro strives to maintain healthy and nutritious food.

Plum Bistro:

From a small vegan bistro south of downtown Seattle to three restaurants and a food truck, this chain is built on the principle of improving America's food landscape by expanding the availability of vegan dining options. The menus at each location are slightly different, but they all feature organic ingredients that do not contain animal products. Plum Bistro's dishes are influenced by American classics, creating its cuisine.