DC Vegetarian

Cajun Chicken Po Boy was one the best sandwiches I ate. Has plenty of vegan meat. Totally worth the price. If you eat it hot is much juicier. It still good after 12 hrs.

DC Vegetarian. This place packs vegan proteinaceous flavor in a deceptively quaint decor. It. Was. Awesome. I ordered the bacon cheeseburger with a side of wings (sorry, the picture didn't take) and my partner ordered the "Before the butcher burger" and the chicken salad side. These burgers were extremely hearty, textured and not salty & greasy like some other vegan burger spots. We left satisfied without that heavy/overeating feeling, and this was after eating the phenomenal gluten free peanut butter cup... I thought the lack of gluten might make these chalky or crumbly, but they rival Reece's. Great, helpful staff. Patient with my 1358 questions. The mild downside of this place is that fries are only offered on Wednesdays & Fridays, but I don't blame them, they don't have a fryer. It can get pricey, too, if you add cheese/avocado etc and buy desserts. We spent $60 on two burgers, a side of 6 wings (which could have been a meal itself), a side of chicken salad, and 2 peanut butter cups. That stated, 100% Recommend. Cool bathroom decor.

I was staying in the neighborhood and walked here to get a to go order for later in the day. The staff was really helpful in choosing something that would travel well since I was going to carry it home. I got the Italian Sub and added the tempeh bacon, on a gluten free bun. They had just opened and were making the kale salad and it looked so good, I added a container to my order. I ate it a few hours after I got home and it was really good & filling. The bun was awesome as a gluten free choice. It held up well and didn’t get soggy. The kale was fresh & the dressing was light and flavorful.

I was in the mood for a vegan sandwich and stumbled upon this gem. I had the Italian sub and the kale salad. I was extremely pleased with the flavor of the sandwich. It reminded me of the Italian BMT I used to eat back in the day. I definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a good vegan sandwich joint!

Food: The War Eagle- a BBQ soy curl sandwich. This thing was STACKED! It was delicious and I could not eat the whole thing. Italian Sub- My carnivore husband said it was the best vegan sandwich he has had. Fries- Salted and lots of pepper. They were good. Potato salad - This wasn't bad but the chunks of potatoes were so big. Also could use some more flavor, was a little plain. Kids juice & Jones Root Beer Food prep: There was food storage in the back of the seating area. I noticed bulk bags wide open. Also 2 trays of food breakfast potatoes) sitting in the counter not covered. They were also eating (bowl of fries) behind the order counter while food was also being prepped up there(spinach). So I thought that was unsanitary. I can understand why there are reviews stating hair in the food. There was long hair down, no net, braid or ponytails. Also no gloves while prepping. Atmosphere: Pretty basic seating area with a few pics on the wall and some plants in the windows. Service: They take your order at the counter and bring your food to you. Other than that you do the rest yourself. If you need a refill on drinks go up to the counter, bus the tables yourself and we washed the table before we sat down because it had not been done. Pricing: Sandwich did not come with sides. Was $44 for our order.

I have been going to DC Veg for years and always recommend it. The food is sooooo good for vegans and non vegans alike. My favorite is the #2 breakfast sandwich with sausage. I went here on my birthday because I love it so much. My other favorite is their Italian Sub. If you do delivery make sure to either "tip your sandwich artist" or "buy the kitchen a fat joint". Parking is sometimes a bit tricky, just have to find a parallel spot in the neighborhood and walk up. Always worth it though.

After returning my burned food for the second time in a few months they told my partner that we complained before and probably shouldn't come back. Lol. Love the PDX vegan food scene, but this establishment is just an abomination. Bad service, bad food. See attached picture

I myself am not vegan, so finding a place my vegan partner and I both enjoy is a struggle. I enjoyed the Chicken Po Boy sandwich and she had the Italian Sub. Both were very good and I would happily go back.

This all-vegan restaurant started as a food cart in downtown Portland back in 2009. Now they have their own brick and mortar, and they make their own seitan in house! Yes, please! I ordered the reuben, and it was the biggest, most delicious sandwich you could ever ask for. It was seriously enough for 2 meals if you're not a huge eater! The staff was super friendly. There was no line. There's picnic tables out front where you can eat, but it's mostly a takeout spot. I recommend doing what I did and taking your food a couple blocks down to the park and sit under the shade of a giant tree.

My go to, #1 favorite sit down or grab and go in PDX. I can pretty much live on the breakfast sandwiches, but I never miss the chicken Parm special. Everything I've had here except for one dessert has been excellent, and let's face it I don't really need dessert because all of the food is filling enough. With restaurants closing left and right, if DC Veg make it for some reason I might as well just leave Portland.

The bbq soy curls are heavenly. I'd like a bucket of them, please. The kale salad is also delicious. A healthy, satisfying vegan take on bbq and collards.

Normally vegan sandwiches are all veggies and hardly any protein, but this vegan po boy is full of protein and AMAZING!

Yummy sandwiches - we tried the BLT and added avocado and the War Eagle and both were delicious. We wish we could try it all but we are visiting from Austin. Highly recommend - a great vegan place!

The cliff notes: really good fast vegan food! They have. Burgers, sandwiches, and melts. Super simple/ small menu but quality items. During the pandemic they're currently only offering takeout, I suggest calling your order in as you drive over. I was craving something hearty and comforting so I got the Philly cheesesteak and boy did it fit the bill. They were busy but they still managed to get this out to me in under 20! It was stuffed with seitan, their homemade sauce ( cheesy and creamy in nature) and the peppers and onions were perfectly grilled! 10/01. I ended up adding bbq to mine ( bc I am a huge bbq fan) and omg it added so much to it! I also saved half bc it was so filling and heated it up the next day and it wasn't soggy / had the same flavors. My only recommendations would be to offer to add grilled jalapeños to it- that would add such a lovely kick! And lastly to offer fries or some hot sides- this would've paired so nicely with some crispy fries, I ended up going across the street to the doghouse truck to snag some fries and a place to sit. Give this place a try next time you're in the area.

Wanted to try this restaurant forever and a day and finally did. Had the cheesesteak and now that's all I can think about. Huge portion, fluffy soft sub roll, gooey cheesy yumminess. Loved the sweet peppers. Also had the choc chip sea salt cookie. Crisp on the edges chewy in the center and perfect amount of salt. Currently they are not open for dine in but hopefully they will again. Oh! And the staff is great! Can't forget about the staff.

Horrible service. I was treated like a second class citizen. These are literally the, meanest, nastiest, most hostile people I have ever come across in my life. Steak and Cheese sub was good though.

I have absolutely loved this place since it opened! Their food is fantastic, well made, and delicious. This last time I went in I got the Wings and a Ruben but on wheat bread (I hate rye ). Everything was incredibly good and my fiancé,who is not vegetarian, really liked the wings and almost ended eating a quite a few to himself. Staff is always friendly and courteous. Very glad this spot is in my neighborhood.

Amazing food, contemporary inclusive vibes. Long-standing trustworthy business practices with an excellent track record for providing some of the tastiest vegan food!

Can't believe how much food I got for the price! Everything was lovely and my dogs loved the shade and the free cookies!

I cannot wait to come back here! The food is so good and without any of that "I took a life just so I could enjoy a tasty meal" guilt! Ya know, unless guilt is like your thing... Actually no, even if guilt is your thing you should try this restaurant out. You can feel guilt about other things, eating too much here, spending too much here, or even drinking too much here. Hot damn I'm helpful! My place is in the Pearl so I had to actually Uber here. It is totally worth the extra trouble! The uber driver told me her life story and how she became a Mormon. So I had lots to mull over while I contemplated my order. I decided on the War Eagle. Delightful! I tucked into those bourbon bbq curls like I hadn't been fed in days! The bbq wasn't too sweet, and it had a great texture. Chips on the side helped scoop what had fallen from my sandwich as I ate it... wish they had fries... I also had a bourbon based mixed drink to keep my party going ... it was huge! Tasty and well mixed! I'm counting down the days (a couple weeks) before I visit again. Totally wish they'd open one in San Diego!

Just had breakfast with my fiancé 10/10 The breakfast muffins are so good! I'm not vegetarian or vegan but I would happily come back!

Perfect picnic plan. Order ahead and go grab it. So yummy, good size portions and well seasoned food. We love the breakfast sandwiches but for lunch we're all about picking up the food and heading out to a park or just listening to a podcast in the car if it starts raining. Can't wait to see new items, hope the season changes will bring new things. DC Veg, you gotta find time to work on your website. Still love ya though!

Want to like them but honestly it's bland and greasy. I live only a few blocks away and have tried a decent portion of their menu but most of the times is been disappointing. Wings are good but DC Vegetarian doesn't actually make them so kinda hard to give them credit. Chick salad sandwich is soggy and bland. $6 Wednesday burger special is worth it, wouldn't go for anything else. Bummer.

THIS PLACE IS SO FUCKING GOOD! usually fake meat in a large quantity can be kind of weird but I got the Rueben and absolutely loved it. The whole place is 100% vegan and the cheese that was on the Rueben was amazing. The Caesar salad was also amazing they make their own croutons. My boyfriend got the other sandwich and it got kind of expensive by adding pickles and other veggies which was the one maybe not great thing but it makes sense. We got a brownie and it was really good (vegan and gf I think) and it was really good and fudgy which I like. I'd rate it above 5 stars if I could. Definitely 11/10! Also the service was great they were so sweet.

I'm happy this shop survived the pandemic. I had a Reuben sandwich here a few years ago and have been wanting to go back and have another. Yesterday I went and was about to order the Reuben but I ordered a blt with gluten free bread. My boyfriend ordered the Rueben. The blt looked amazing VERY generous amounts of fresh green leafy lettuce, tomato and tempeh. However unfortunately the bread was as hard as a rock so hard I removed one piece and hung on to the lettuce . It was very dry barely any mayo huge disappointment. The Rueben sandwich was HUGE enough for two people. It was incredible. The bread,the sauerkraut, the pastrami, the melty cheese sauce !!!!!!!!!! It was just as delicious as I recalled. NOTE TO SELF...order the Rueben or bring my own condiments if I order a blt!

Picked up two sandwiches (egg&cheese + the cubano on special) both were SO tasty !! I could taste and see the love and care that went into both. Absolutely going to be coming back for more sandwiches. Overall big time YUMMM!!

These folks are killin it. Coming up with plant based recipes to emulate and enhance foods that are not entirely plant based is extremely challenging. People are picky about the flavors and often don't understand that complexity of figuring things out. Their Italian Sub is better than Italian subs I used eat decades ago when I ate meat, hands down. I've take 4 out of town friends here and we all agree it's killer. I haven't tried everything on the menu, but I sure love that Italian sun.

The spinach is always greener On somebody else's plate Your fork may begin to wander Diet was a big mistake See food crash in waves around you Right here on the earthly shore Submarine seitan to dive into What more is you hungry for? Under DC, Under DC Question what folks they like to cook Under DC, we off the hook Dessert is sweet here You got eat here, naturally Cajun it's better Making you sweat here Take it from me Capital Hill they pine away Absolute Power "make my day!" Schedule the Meeting Agenda "Eating" Under DC

GLUTEN FREE PEOPLE BE CAREFUL. Giving this place 1 star because they were careless about a gluten free allergy and essentially I got poisoned by eating gluten here due to their negligence. I came in and had a whole conversation with the cashier about what items were gluten free on the menu. My partner and I ordered and paid. We got our food and I started eating my burger. Half way through eating I (with dread) realized the bread texture of the burger was off. I went inside and asked if the bread on my burger was gluten free. It was not. The manager came out and said she would refund me for the burger and I said "please refund my whole order" and she said "I can't do that." I said something like "your carelessness caused me to eat something I'm allergic to and that's going to have health consequences for me." She acquiesced and also basically said our kitchen isn't gluten free so if it's a serious allergy we can't guarantee anything. Which is crazy because ALLL OVER the menu it says "gluten free" and like I said I had a whole conversation with the cashier and somehow they messed it up and gave me food I'm allergic to. Then to add a cherry on top of the bad experience when the cook brought out my sandwich I said "thanks" quietly (because I was understandably upset) and as he walked back inside he turned back around and said a loud and exaggerated "YOU ARE WELCOME!" With his hands out and eyes wide. Passive aggressive much? And inconsiderate? It was all a very unpleasant experience that ruined my day in Portland because now I have to deal with the consequences of eating gluten. IF YOU HAVE AN ALLERGY DONT COUNT ON THIS PLACE TO RESPECT IT and make sure to check your food before eating it.

Some of the best food on the planet. As simple as that. Amazing specials that vanish too fast.

It was my birthday and I was bound and determined to have vegan food. Usually we cook vegan at home and eat whatever when we go out, but I wanted to find more vegan options for eating out that still felt like a treat. So I checked out the menu and was excited to give this place a try. Yeah, I ordered a bunch, because it was my birthday. Salad, chili, potato salad, mac salad, sandwiches, the whole nine. I placed my order online for pickup. It took a little longer than expected to be ready, but they were super friendly and brought it out to us (fortunately we got a parking spot right out front). And it was totally worth the wait! Everything had lots of flavor and traveled well. The prices and portions were completely reasonable. I kind of wanted to try it all first time out, but probably wouldn't order this much food for a regular dinner (or two!). I really enjoyed their sandwiches and would come get them again, but maybe just one side to share next time. We thought it was all delicious, but we eat vegan and enjoy our veggies around here, so maybe others wouldn't think it was the same. Personally, I thought they were using really top notch ingredients, not all vegan lunch "meats" are the same. So from my perspective I thought this place was great. I will be back!

If I could give them 6 stars I would. Other vegetarians, vegans and plant based folks may relate, but I have a very hard time finding sandwiches that taste good and don't simply but a sad salad between sad bread. DC Vegetarian is a shinning star in a dark sky of lackluster plant based sandwiches. This is a must try for any sandwich enjoyer. I've never had bad service here. They are always kind and quick. To those who left reviews saying they had bad service, I'm assuming you behaved like an asshole and got treated like one. Maybe next time try a little kindness and grace, it will get you so much further.

The War Eagle is a fuckin' legit sandwich. Total vegan junk food. But seriously delicious. This used to be the place we'd drop in to for a beer and a sando, but since COVID they only do takeout. Not sure if that is still the case with things opening back up, but you can get this delivered or pickup. Most of it is designed to be eaten hot and fresh (after a while, bbq sauce turns buns to mush) so grab your to go food and get after it. There are some outside tables but they weren't allowing people to eat there during COVID. Once things are back up I'll likely become a regular again, since it's best eaten in. Good stuff.

I just need to come on here 3 years later and say that this place is so freaking good. They have the best chocolate chip cookies on the planet. Maybe I shouldn't say that bc now everyone is going to try and get that cookie.. the Reuben sandwich sends me. I haven't eaten here in so long and I'm craving. God bless

They have a special burger for sale every wed (it changes) for $6.99. Great deal and burgers are usually funky, in a good way!

I can't believe I have never written a review for DC Vegetarian! I am in a steady dependable relationship with this beautiful restaurant. There is always good food, always friendly people working, and the establishment is always clean! They have a staple menu but also offer a boat load of specials and rotating items. Wednesday is burger day, you get a sweet special burger for 5 bucks for there or to go and can add sides for 1-3 bucks. I spent about 5 minutes just trying to decide on the thing I wanted. Do I want soup? Burger? Wings? I got the burger with a caesar salad side and a cookie, and a lager on this particular visit. As always I will be back.

Jaw dropping. That is what I can say about DC veg. It came highly recommended, and I went twice in 2 weeks. We tried the kale salad, chicken salad sandwich, steak sandwich, and chicken wings. Each and every single one of those just took my breath away. The steak sandwich is just so flavorful from start start to finish, and the "beef" is tucked between a perfectly toasted baguette. The wings....I mean the texture is just on point. It is made of jackfruit, and I believe the "bone" is sugarcane. Seriously, I thought Portland vegan food couldn't shock me anymore, but this place really proved me wrong. This could be in my top 5 all time favorites in Portland.

Ordered Cajun poboy with soy curls. Large sandwich that I easily split with boyfriend. A bit spicy.

DC Veg will always have a place in my heart. No other sandwich place delivers on quality and consistency like they do . I have taken non vegans here and they have been blown away by the flavors of the sandwiches . Chik po boy hands down food nirvana, just so damn good . I get their breakfast tofu sandies, never a bad one so delicious and with good quality ingredients. This place should have been featured on Top Chef when they rolled through , too bad they are veganphobes because they missed out!!

Well, it finally happened; I was fooled by a vegan dish! I wasn't always vegan, so I've had plenty of experience eating meat. Wings were always a favorite. I've had the cauliflower wings in a lot of places, but I've never had anything like DC's. They came out hot and smelling perfect, and when I bit into one, I swear to you, my first thought was, "Oh, shit, these are real chicken!" They were not. They're made of some kind of vegan protein, but since DC gets them from an outside source, they couldn't tell me much more. The 'bone' is a little piece of sugar cane and the texture of the 'chicken' is sinewy and perfect. There's a place I go in the San Fernando Valley in LA called Vinh Loi where Kevin the chef makes the most detail-perfect duck out of soy, but this may actually pass it up for realism. The Rubin was also great. I look forward to more visits and more excellent.

I was a big fan of DC Veg when it was a cart and I'm so glad they were doing well enough to sustain a restaurant. Their veggie meats are great and their sandwiches are ample! The steak sub and chicken salad sub have been favorites of mine for a while but I tried the Italian sub today and I think I have a new favorite! Their house "ham" is just soooo good! They are always friendly and quick. I just wish they were closer to my work so I could eat there everyday!

Holy heck I'm so glad we found DC Veg for our last meal in Portland! Super cute, clean and laid back, it's a great place for a quick breakfast or lunch. All items are vegan by default, which is SUCH a welcome change from having to ask at every restaurant what is, isn't or can be made vegan. We sprung for: -- The War Eagle // basically a vegan version of a pulled pork sandwich with bbq soy curls as the main protein. It was SO delicious and the bbq sauce was sweet but had depth. It came with banana peppers, pickles and onions and I added avocado. So, so delicious and definitely satisfied the craving. -- The Steak and Cheese Sub // cheesy and also very good, my girlfriend really dug this one! I'm not big on vegan cheese yet (still adjusting to it, I suspect) but the the setain had a great texture and all the veggies were fresh and delicious. -- Potato Salad // well-flavored with dill and vinegar, could've been kicked up with some mustard but overall tasty! Each sandwich came with kettle chips and a pickle spear, which can be subbed for one of their small sides. They have breakfast, burgers, beer, wine, cocktails,brownies, cookies, ice cream and even dog treats if you bring your pup along! Basically what I'm saying is, this place has it all and is a well thought out and executed vegan restaurant that is super chill with tons of great options and variety. I wish I lived in or visited Portland more so I could try it all. Seriously their happy hour looks legit! Needless to say, DC Veg is on our "must go" list for PDX from here on out and you should definitely check it out!

The Italian sub was a m a z i n g. There was plenty of "meat" that you could not tell was vegetarian. I think even a meat eater would enjoy this sandwich. There was the perfect amount of everything on the sandwich. My one issue was the bread. It was either too toasty in the top or potentially older because it cut the shit out of the roof of my mouth. I told a friend who comes here often and they said this is not normal so I'm thinking it was just a weird day. The sandwich was huge. One half is probably enough for a normal person. I absolutely can't wait to come back and will totally get the Italian sub again!

I checked this place out after reading the reviews on Yelp and I'm always happy to give a new vegan place (to the neighborhood) a shot. The folks working there were amazing. I honestly think this was the first time I have ever felt so seen and respected by a food service worker, who clearly read my they/them/their button and used these pronouns for me when pointing me out to their coworker who gave me my order. That really, really made my day! The Cajun Po Boy sandwich was really good and very filling. At $12 the price felt a bit high, which is the only reason I am giving 4, rather than 5 stars. If I could, I would give them 4.5, as it is definitely not enough for me not to come back when I am able.

Legit went full-on vegan after trying the Chicken salad, not even kidding. People always ask me what made me decide to go vegan and I always explain that it was the chicken salad at DC Vegetarian. I brought my dad, an oldschool steak-and-potatoes kind of guy, to DC Veg when he was in town visiting and he is the kind of guy that usually makes fun of vegans and vegetarians. He ordered the Philly cheesesteak and he ate the whole damn thing before I was even halfway finished with my food and his only complaint was that he wanted another but he was too full (they are BIG subs!). Now, my dad will never be a vegan, but he has since stopped making fun of vegans and now enjoys meals with me. So yeah, this place converted me and gained another omnivore's mad respect. It's seriously unbelievably good food. Don't leave without trying their housemade dark chocolate peanut butter cups or else you're a sad loser. P.S. I want to smoke a joint with the kitchen crew and tell them how much I appreciate their food actually changing my lifestyle but I don't want to be a weirdo, so hopefully the sentiment will resonate if they ever read this. You guys RULE.

I just tried their reuben, which is one of my favorite sandwiches of all time. Full disclosure, I am not vegetarian or vegan, I'm a line cook and eat a lot of meat but am trying to go vegan as much as possible. That was one of the best reubens I've had in my life. Seasoned perfectly, the seitan was perfectly hearty and satisfying, the thousand island was 10/10, bread was fresh and toasted nicely. Shit, I'd prefer this over half the meat laden reubens I've had in Portland, their execution is just so fucking good. Vegan or not, do yourself a favor and get a sandwich from here.

Supreme food! Fresh, tasty and healthy. What else can I say. Definitely worth a visit.

I got a chance to try them for the first time today and I will say their sandwiches were delicious. My husband and I both got their gluten free sandwiches and my kiddo ended up getting their grilled cheese gluten free and they were absolutely delicious. I am amazed I waited this long to try their food. DC Vegetarian has my vote and we plan to be their customers for life (or for as long as we live close by to their location on Division). Thank You again for making delicious sandwiches

I love their Italian Grinder and wifey likes the house made burger with added avocado! Tom's chips complete the meal

Best vegan sandwiches on the planet, but apparently a difficult place to work? It's strange. The food is usually great, but the staff always seem grumpy and uncomfortably dismissive of customers. No eye contact. No acknowledgement. Just food dropped and then walk away. Paying $12 for a sandwich and then seeing how unhappy the staff is makes me rather go somewhere else. I give it another shot every couple of months, but it's only gotten worse. I hope the owners can figure out a way to improve the culture for their employees.

I liked the food, however, Becky the manager was very rude. She ruined my experience. Now I can't even bring my family here without fear of being mistreated by Becky.

Loved the food cart, and finally made it to this new spot. Same great food, but now a rad cafe. Love that they have booze now as well. It's not cheap, but it is a ton of food and worth it. Arm for scale.

These people are nuts! All they ever do is make good food. Ever since they moved to the neighborhood, I knew they were going to take my money. And I just happily keep going. I actually used to listen to my partner brag about eating vegan breakfast sandwiches when he would go to work and he's not even vegan. I am! I'm finally rating them after YEARS of going to their business. I don't know why. I thought I rated them before but after they finally went vegan, their food got even better. My sandwich is the Italian but their burgers are dope too. Don't get me started on the breakfast sandwiches - oh my!! So good! Also nice people run the place so yay!!!

This place is amazing! I feel compelled to write this after ordering weekly for the last several months. I've ordered over half the menu, and each and every item has been above expectations. My favorites are the Cajun po boy and the breakfast sandwich. If you get a chance, order the burger on Wednesday. It's always changing, always delicious, and always $5.50! Becky is amazing as well!!

One of the best vegan places in SE! I wish there were more 100% vegan stops like this. Give them your love and support, you won't be disappointed. My go-to's are the Italian Sub, breakfast sandwich and the War-Eagle!

Excellent service tonight! Perfect drinks, great portions, and delicious all around! Entertaining background music, heard quite a few songs I have on my own playlist. Couldn't have asked for a better first visit!

This place has some of the best seitan I've had the pleasure of enjoying. I've been seeing pictures, and wanting to check this place out. I finally got to, and they definitely did not disappoint! There is a decent amount of tables inside and outside to enjoy your food. They have a full liquor license with a decent happy hour from what I gathered. I had the steak and cheese sandwich, and first of all it was giant. You can definitely share that sandwich with another person. Second of all, damn! It was so good! I've had many vegetarian sandwiches in my life, and they definitely did a mean veggie steak and cheese. Can't wait to go back and try the breakfast sandwiches!