A wonderful treat for Bay Area vegetarians and vegans is "raw food" restaurant, Cafe Gratitude. Every item on the menu adheres to a raw diet vision of eating, which means not only that every dish is vegan, but through creative and innovative techniques they are uncooked, unprocessed, and organic. The restaurant also lays particular emphasis on running a environmentally conscious business.
Each dish is named in the format "I am...", which makes ordering a unique and fun (though occasionally awkward upon first visiting) process. Tables aren't exclusive, so if you come with friends don't be surprised if you end up seated with a few friendly strangers. The menu is a vegan's dream, but my personal menu looks something like this, and I'd advise any unsure patrons to order the same. First, get some "I Am Awed" to drink, as this lemon and ginger hot tea pairs perfectly with the fresh and hearty main dishes. For appetizers, share the "I Am Insightful" spring rolls. With a plethora of veggies wrapped in lettuce with fresh avocado, accompanied by an outstanding coconut-almond dipping sauce, it's a guaranteed good start. For your main course, try the "I Am Accepting" sushi bowl. No raw fish required, this Bhutanese rice bowl is warm, filling, and spectacular. Lastly, I cannot recommend their Key Lime Pie highly enough, and their nut-milk ice cream is otherworldly, if you still have the room to eat it.
Cafe Gratitude has a number of locations in San Fransisco and Berkeley, check their website for a full menu and lots more information!
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