The Vegetarian – American
The air at The Vegetarian is thick with the enticing scent of toasted cumin and sizzling curry leaves, drawing guests into a vibrant space dedicated to the soulful art of meat-free Indian cuisine. Crispy, golden-hued pakoras and delicate cashew nut rolls offer a satisfying crunch that gives way to complex spice blends, while pillowy idly and savory vadas soak up the bold, tangy depths of traditional sambar. This welcoming destination transforms humble vegetables into sophisticated, aromatic masterpieces, inviting diners to explore a rich tapestry of textures and heritage flavors.
South Washington Street https://www.vegetarian-scf.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, halal, high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, atkins, zone, volumetrics, tlc, renal, alkaline, carnivore, aip, macrobiotic, juice-cleanse, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its tender chicken dishes and beautiful presentation, guests consistently praise the inviting space and warm atmosphere. Standout experiences include the friendly service, where diners highlight the staff's helpful recommendations and attentive care. Reviewers leave feeling satisfied, noting that the combination of quality food and a welcoming environment makes for a memorable visit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Vegetable Samosa - $6.95: A fried triangular shaped pastry shell with a savory potato and pea stuffing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Pakora - $6.95: Potatoes, onions and spinach deep fried in chickpea batter. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Pakora - $7.95: Home-made cheese deep fried in chickpea batter. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Bhaji - $6.95: Onions deep-fried in chickpea batter. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cashew Nut Roll - $7.95: Herbed mashed potatoes blended with cashews and home made cheese, deep fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Idly - $6.95: Steamed lentils and rice patties. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rasa Vada - $6.95: Vada made with rasam (made with tomato juice with pepper and spices). Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sambar Vada - $6.95: Lentils in a spicy tamarind and flour lentil soup base, with a savory lentil donut. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Idli and Vada Combo - $8.95: Steamed lentil and rice patties (idli) with a savory lentil donut (vada) served with sambar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Taster's Menu - $12.95: Assortment of samosa, pakora, cashew nut roll and vada. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup/Salad
- Garden Salad - $5.95: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and onion with a choice of dressings. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kachumber Salad - $5.95: Diced onions, cucumbers and tomatoes in a toasted cumin and coriander dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rasam - $4.95: Soup made of tamarind and tomato juice, with pepper and spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sambar - $4.95: Pigeon pea soup with tamarind juice and a variety of vegetables. Dietary tags: Halal, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Avial - $14.95: Traditional south Indian seasonal vegetables in a coconut sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pindi Chana - $13.95: Chickpeas in a pleasantly spiced sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Makhani - $13.95: Black lentils slowly cooked to perfection with flavorful spices. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malai Kofta - $14.95: Paneer cheese and minced vegetable croquettes in a tomato and butter sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Curry - $13.95: A variety of fresh, distinctively spiced vegetables in a complex, savory sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Dhansak - $13.95: Assorted fresh vegetables and lentils in a coconut sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Korma - $14.95: Fresh vegetables in a mild creamy sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kadahi Mushroom Mutter - $14.95: Mushrooms and green peas in a delicate creamy sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Masala - $13.95: Fresh eggplant sauteed with potatoes, herbs and spices. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhindi Masala - $13.95: Okra sauteed with onions, ginger and spices. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dumm Aloo - $13.95: Potatoes cooked with rich herbs in a spicy tomato sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Gobi - $13.95: Potatoes and cauliflower sauteed and blended with onions, herbs and spices. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Paneer - $14.95: Homemade cheese and spinach sauteed in a curry sauce with a touch of cream. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mutter Paneer - $14.95: Homemade cheese and green peas in a comforting rich and creamy sauce. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shahi Paneer - $14.95: Homemade cheese in a rich tomato sauce with a touch of cream. Served with basmati pulao rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Dosa
- Sada Dosa - $10.95: Plain savory Indian crepe made from a lentil and rice batter. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Masala Dosa - $12.95: Dosa with a potato and onion filling. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Paper Dosa - $11.95: A crispy, long, thin and delicate dosa. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Paper Masala Dosa - $13.95: Thin dosa with a potato and onion filling. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Onion Masala Dosa - $12.95: Dosa with a chopped and sauteed onion filling. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Butter Masala Dosa - $13.95: A rich dosa cooked with butter. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Myore Dosa - $12.95: Dosa layered with coconut chutney. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Uthappam
- Plain Uthappam - $10.95: Indian pancake made from a lentil and rice batter. Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Onion and Pea Uthappam - $11.95: Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Onion Chili Uthappam - $11.95: Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Tomato Pea Uthappam - $11.95: Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Mushroom and Green Pepper Uthappam - $12.95: Served with sambar and coconut chutni. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Rice Dishes
- Peas Pulao - $10.95: Basmati rice topped with green peas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Rice - $10.95: Rice flavored with lemon and seasoning. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Pilaf - $10.95: Mildly seasoned rice cooked with coconut. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamarind Rice - $10.95: Rice cooked with tamarind. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Biryani - $13.95: Aromatic basmati rice cooked with garden fresh vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Breads
- Paratha - $3.95: Multilayered whole wheat bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Aloo Paratha - $4.95: Multilayered whole wheat bread with potatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bhatura - $3.95: Large, fluffy, deep-fried bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Nan - $2.95: Traditional leavened soft bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Nan - $3.95: Leavened soft bread with garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Roti - $2.95: Unleavened whole-wheat bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Kulcha - $4.95: Leavened bread stuffed with diced onions and spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Jalebi - $4.95: A sweet golden pretzel. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ladoo - $4.95: Indian donut hole. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gulab Jamun - $4.95: Saffron-flavored milk balls poached in sugar with cardamom. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kheer - $4.95: Indian rice pudding. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Halwa - $4.95: Semolina pudding. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Lassi - $3.95: Traditional Indian yogurt drink. Available in Mango, Sweet and Salty. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Shakes - $3.95: Available in Mango or Strawberry.
- Tropical Fruit Juice - $2.95: Mango or guava. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Indian Tea - $2.5: Imported tea flavored with herbs and spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Masala Chai - $2.95: Indian tea flavored with herbs and spices, brewed with milk.
- Soft Drinks - $1.95: Assorted sodas.
- Mysoor Coffee - $2.95: With milk. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Iced Tea - $1.95: Chilled tea.
- Coffee - $1.95: Regular coffee.
Sides
- Plain Yogurt - $2.95: Homemade yogurt. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Raita - $2.95: Yogurt and cucumber sauce.
- Mango Chutney - $1.95: Sweet and tangy mango relish.
- Mixed Pickles - $1.95: Spicy Indian pickles. Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Vegetarian
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include vegetable samosas, paneer pakoras, cashew nut rolls, idly, and the popular idli and vada combo platter.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking budget-friendly Indian cuisine with extensive plant-based, gluten-free, and health-conscious options will most enjoy this welcoming restaurant.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its extensive range of over thirty dietary options, including keto, vegan, and anti-inflammatory dishes.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include tender chicken, vegetable samosas, pakoras, cashew nut rolls, and the idli and vada combo.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers praise the tender chicken dishes, beautiful presentation, and friendly service within an inviting and warm atmosphere.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not include the specific number of reviews for The Vegetarian, only an average rating of 4.0/5.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The price range at this restaurant is budget-friendly, categorized as a single-dollar sign ($) establishment.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests consistently praise the inviting space and warm atmosphere, highlighting the beautiful presentation and friendly service as standout experiences.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers vegan, keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options, including Aloo Gobi, Plain Uthappam, Mutter Paneer, and Idli and Vada.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- The inviting atmosphere, beautiful presentation, and friendly service make this budget-friendly spot a memorable choice for casual dates or occasions.
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