Lonni’s Sandwiches August 10, 2011

This popular ‘healthy’ sandwich spot is famous for its generous portions, but mostly famous for its thick, homemade wild rice bread that most of their sandwiches are served on. Good vegan options include the “custom vegetarian” sandwich which has cukes, alfalfa sprouts, onion, lettuce, tomato and black olives with a sprinkling of sunflower seeds; tomato stuffed with wild rice salad; gazpacho; the guacamole & sprouts sandwich; and the Southwest wrap. Lonni’s also has plenty of salad options; feel free to ask them to omit egg or cheese-based dressing. Sandwich/soup, sandwich/salad and soup/salad combos available. Freshly-brewed iced tea (regular, tropical or mango), water and coffee are the beverages of choice.

Catering and delivery available. Open Mon-Fri 9am-3:30pm.

425 Central Avenue 
727-894-1944

Web Site: www.lonnisstpete.com

The Campus Grind Coffee Bar June 14, 2011

The Campus Grind has newly taken over the space previously occupied for several years by th epopular Tarven on the Green on the USFSP campus. The menu is streamlined: salads, sandwiches and pizza, in addition to coffee drinks. Vegetarian offerings are Greek salad, egg salad wrap, cheese pizza, artichoke/spinach pizza. Vegans may choose hummus with pita, tabouleh, quinoa salad, vegetarian pizza and a hummus & tabouleh wrap. They do offer also to make custom requested wraps. Gluten-free items, pastries and coffee available.

Mon – Fri, 7am -8pm

Sat8am- Noon. Closed Sundays

USF St Petersburg Campus at Harborwalk, 121 7th Avenue S

727-823-5282

Web Site:  http://www.thecampusgrind.com

Craftsman House June 5, 2011

Situated in a classic 1918 Craftsman-Style dwelling, Craftsman House is part gallery, part coffee shop and part cafe. The light cafe menu features easy fare like salads and wraps; the Strawberry Salad, Sunshine Salad and Granny Smith Apple Salad are good vegetarian bets; there is also the Hummus Wrap and Veggie Wrap. Ask for the vegan salad dressings. The tapenade and hummus crudite and cheese globe are good plates for sharing. Plenty of creative coffee drinks, juices and even organic and microbeers are available. After lunch, have a stroll around the studio and shop for gifts.

Mon-Sat 10-6   Sunday 11-4.

2955 Central Ave

727-323-ARTS

Web Site: http://www.craftsmanhousegallery.com/

Cafe Ten-O-One May 22, 2011

Cafe Ten-o-One is about as close to traditional diner food as downtown St Pete might come: after all, these are the same folks who one once operated the storied H&D Cafeteria in the old Northeast Shopping Center back in the 1950s and 1960s. Of course, burgers, fried  chicken, patty melts and salisbury steak are king here, but the Cafe has graciously added vegetarian offerings to its lunch and dinner menus. You’ll find a veggie wrap, veggie burger (with all fixings available), vegetarian quesadilla, and loaded potato skins (ask them to omit the bacon). Of course there is a variety of soups, salads (also ask if the taco salad can be made without taco meat) and french fries (cheese or no cheese); tater tots, and black beans and rice.

Beer and wine available. Catering and lunch delivery offered. Breakfast served daily.

Hours: M-F Serving Breakfast 7:30am-10:30am
Sat & Sun Serving Breakfast 8:00am – 2:00pm
Lunch Served Daily from 11:00am – 2:00pm

1001 First Avenue N

727-894-4238

Web Site: http://www.creativecateringcompany.com

Banyan Coffee and Tea April 14, 2011

Banyan is quickly becoming a popular place for downtowners to enjoy lunch. In addition to a wide variety of coffees and teas, vegetarian options include Greek salad, honey roasted portabella sandwich, and a spinach breakfast burrito. Breakfast and lunch hours only, Monday – Friday 7a to 2p, Saturday 8a to 1p, Sunday 8a to 1p. Catering available for parties.

689-D Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N

727–896-6100

Web Site: http://www.banyancoffee.com/

400 Beach Seafood and Tap House April 13, 2011

Relying heavily on a lineup full of meat and seafood, there simply isn’t much in the way of vegan options, but vegetarians could select from the 400 Beach salad, Tap House Caesar salad, and a variety of side dishes including stir-fried veggies, creamed spinach, and new potato hash. Full bar and indoor and outdoor seating available along picturesque Beach Drive (especially charming at night).

400 Beach Drive NE.

727-896-2400

Web Site: http://www.400beachseafood.com/

Angie’s Cafe March 14, 2011

Angie’s is in a tiny little blue hut just outside the entrance to Jannus Live, the music venue in Jannus Landing. There is also a new seating section in an air-conditioned annex. Eat in, or take meals away from this Greek spot. Features some vegetarian options such as falafel, grilled cheese sandwiches, fried mushrooms and Greek salads. Vegan options are hummus with pita. Ask first if the mushrooms, french fries and onion rings are fried in the same oil as fish and chicken. Soft drinks and beer only.

200 First Avenue N

727-823-6437

Web Site: http://www.angies-angelos.com/angies-cafe

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngiesCafe