City O' City

"A late-night favorite in normal times, Watercourse Foods’ funky Cap Hill sibling is still going strong under the current restrictions on business hours and capacity. Chalk its loyal following up to such plant-based pleasures as kimchi stew with tempura tofu; tempeh bacon–veggie hash; and an excellent sunflower seed–walnut burger — not to mention smart seasonal cocktails like the orange-cinnamon margarita." - Rebecca Treon, Gigi Sukin, Ruth Tobias

"While curried carrot soup might be this Cap Hill herbivore hub’s calling card, it’s usually got a seasonal stew or two going too —  maybe vegetarian chili, udon noodles with tofu, or the cult favorite kimchi stew." - Rebecca Treon, Gigi Sukin, Ruth Tobias

"City, O' City is a pancake house, a burger joint, a pizza parlor, a salad bar, a coffee shop, and a late-night watering hole all rolled into one. You’d have to come here twice a day, every day for a month to exhaust the menu. Savory waffles are a house specialty, whether smothered in real or vegan cheese sauce and loads of veggies or accompanied by “chicken-fried” cauliflower, bourbon-maple syrup, and chive crème fraîche. So are the fried ravioli, seitan wings, and pizzas with toppings like walnut pesto and olive tapenade." - Ruth Tobias

"A hipster haven in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, serving from breakfast until 2 a.m., this community spot combines local ingredients with influences from around the world. The savory waffle or the kimchi pancakes are always solid choices. There is also coffee drinks and a full bar." - Eater Staff

"This eclectic Capitol Hill spot is a favorite for locals and boasts a menu filled with gluten-free options that reach into the late night happy hour. An extensive culinary lineup features dishes like cauliflower “chorizo” tacos, Asian kale salad, “Margherita” pizza, and the crowd favorite, fried chicken and waffles. All items are vegetarian and can be made vegan as well." - Nisa Sedaghat