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Those in search of healthy choices will be thrilled with the region’s vast and ever-evolving vegetarian/vegan dining scene. Whether the craving is for tofu, falafel or soy, the possibilities are plenty. From upscale white tablecloth with inventive vegetable creations to raw foods and gluten-free dishes, Philly’s veg-friendly scene is growing.

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  • Zahav

    The critical favorite brings Israeli cuisine to Society Hill

    Zahav

    A modern Israeli restaurant, Zahav — which means gold in Hebrew — offers authentic Middle Eastern fare in a family-style dining setting typical of the region.

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  • Saad’s

    Top falafel and killer kabobs

    “Best Falafel in West Philly,” and sometimes even best-in-Philly period, are superlatives tossed Saad’s way with some regularity.

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  • Tampopo

    Bento boxes and rice bowls in West Philly

    Tampopo’s second location brings West Philadelphia diners a range of Japanese and Korean cuisine, including sushi, bento boxes, soups and noodle and rice dishes, all at reasonable prices.

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  • Mizu Sushi Bar

    Sushi that is a cut above

    Trained sushi chefs use only the freshest ingredients to make their high-quality maki, nigiri, salads and soups.

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  • Wah-Gi-Wah

    Savory, spicy chicken and no frills dining

    This no-frills Pakistani eatery serves what might be the best chicken dish in all of West Philly, a spicy, savory, scored-breast fried whole bird called Lahori Chargha. To order it without fresh-baked naan is a crime.

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  • New Delhi

    Philadelphia’s oldest Indian restaurant

    Established in 1988, it’s the oldest Indian restaurant in the city.

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  • Manakeesh Cafe

    A wide variety of Middle Eastern eats

    A lively hangout and meeting place for locals, Manakeesh specializes in the oven-puffed, pizza-esque Lebanese flatbreads that give the cafe its name. They also hawk a wide variety of Middle Eastern eats and sweets, including some of the best baklava and ma’moul (shortbread date cookies) you’ve ever had. Vegan and gluten-free platters pack the evening menu, and crepes, fresh fruit juice and smoothies turn morning into a delicious trip to Beirut.

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  • Atyia Ola’s Spirit First Foods

    Relaxing vegan cafe on Baltimore Avenue

    This cozy cafe entices people with nutritional goodness, including fresh juices, sandwiches and raw vegan and vegetarian options. For those who’d like sit and sip, there’s free wireless Internet access.

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  • Sitar India Restaurant

    All-you-can-eat Indian cuisine

    Sitar has something for every palate on its all-you-can-eat buffet, filled with plenty of healthy and vegetarian options.

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  • Pho Cafe Saigon

    A bowl full of flavor

    Inexpensive pho and Vietnamese entrees entice people at this understated restaurant.

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  • Sabrina’s Café & Spencer’s Too

    Stuff yourself at Sabrina’s second location

    Outside of the second location for Sabrina’s Cafe.

    The Italian Market darling for brunch boasts an outpost in the Fairmount neighborhood, where hungry diners fill up on oversized portions of comfort food during brunch, lunch and dinner. Hint: The brunch line is worth the wait.

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