The Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in San Jose and the South Bay | Eater SF

"Though there’s no shortage of great Indian food in the South Bay, Puranpoli is one of the only spots that serves vegetarian Maharashtrian food from the western part of India. The family-owned restaurant first opened in March 2020 but has proven its resilience over the years. Customers tend to gravitate toward the misal pav, a spicy curry made from sprouts and mat beans, and the vada pav, a deep-fried spiced potato ball inside a bread bun. Fittingly, guests also frequently order the Maharashtrian delicacy puranpoli, which is a sweet flatbread with a jaggery and lentil filling. The Maharashtrian dessert modak is notably served year-round." - Cathy Park