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[veg rest.] [rest.] – Restaurant
[veg cafe] [cafe] – Cafe/Take-out
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All Vegan – All Vegan*
[store] – Food / Product Store
O – organic emphasis
o – some organic
barrier-free – barrier-free entrance
barrier-free entrance and washrooms – barrier-free entrance & washrooms
d
discount for Vegetarian Discount Card holders

Notes: For the purposes of the directory, *vegan means no meat, fish, eggs, or dairy (except the option of cream for coffee or cheese as an optional garnish). See definitions for more information. TVA does not endorse any particular business and is not responsible for individual comments.

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Books & Media

Toronto Vegetarian Association's (TVA) Resource Centre All-vegetarian business
17 Baldwin St, 2nd floor, 416-544-9800, tva@veg.ca, veg.ca/content/view/36/67/

Toronto Vegetarian Association's (TVA) Resource Centre

Vegetarian cookbooks, factsheets and more! 10% off books & T-shirts with Vegetarian Discount Card. Open Wednesdays 6-9pm and most Saturdays 1-4pm (except holidays. Visit TVA's Resource Centre (RC) and find
--A lending library: Browse over 500 titles of books and cookbooks, plus veg magazines, DVDs and videos available for viewing or loan. A refundable $20 deposit is required when borrowing.
-- A store: We have one of the largest selections of vegetarian books for sale in Toronto ? over 100 titles. There is also a selection of veg t-shirts. Tax is included and discount card holders receive 10% off retail prices.
--Lots of free literature: Choose from a wide range of factsheets, a 16-page Vegetarian Starter Kit, our latest Vegetarian Directory, and back issues of TVA's Lifelines newsletter
--And the smiling vegetarian faces of the RC Crew! The Resource Centre is run by very dedicated volunteers who are happy to answer your veggie questions and help you find the resources you need!

Catering

Free Times Cafe o
320 College St (w. of Spadina), 416-967-1078, www.freetimescafe.com

Free Times Cafe

Lots of vegetarian options, vegetarian buffets and hors d?oeuvres for parties. Home made with fresh market produce. Middle Eastern, Jewish and Canadian cuisine. New: Fair trade organic coffee.

Natural Food Stores

Food Store Baldwin Naturals O
16 Baldwin St., 416-979-1777

Baldwin Naturals

We specialize in organic: fresh produce, bulk foods & groceries, gourmet coffees. Vitamins, supplements & herbal remedies. Macrobiotic foods. Natural skincare & Aromatherapy.

Food Store Essence of Life Natural Foods O
50 Kensington Ave (in the market), 416-506-0345, www.essenceoflifeorganics.com

TVA's description: Excellent selection of bulk and packaged foods, dairy-free products, and organic produce. Many items are discounted. Open 7 days a week.

Restaurants & Cafés

Vegetarian restaurant Buddha's Vegetarian Restaurant
666 Dundas St. W., 416-603-3811

Buddha's Vegetarian Restaurant

TVA says: Chinese cuisine, inexpensive yet very generous portions. Egg and rice noodles, gluten, mushrooms, soups and more. Closed Tuesday.

Restaurant Free Times Cafe o Wheelchair-accesible washrooms
320 College St (w. of Spadina), 416-967-1078, www.freetimescafe.com

Free Times Cafe

Vegetarian buffets and hors d?oeuvres for parties. Home made with fresh market produce. New: Fair trade organic coffee. We have a killer Organic Tofu Burger, and lots of Veggie and Organic options!

Vegetarian restaurant Greens Vegetarian Restaurant
638 Dundas St. W. (e. of Bathurst), 416-603-3337

Greens Vegetarian Restaurant

Torontonians and visitors to Toronto can now enjoy a bigger and more varied selection of healthy vegetarian/vegan Pan-Asian cuisine made with all natural, low-sodium ingredients. From veggie dumplings to King-mushroom dishes, soy nuggets to Singapore-styled vermicelli, Pad Thai to mock Kung Pao chicken, Greens prides itself in being health conscious in its ingredient selection while making its priority to satisfy its customers' taste buds. The restaurant has a soothing ambience and has a capacity to house over 50 customers, making it also ideal for hosting small to medium-sized parties.

Vegetarian cafe Hibiscus o
238 Augusta Ave, 416-364-6183

Hibiscus

TVA says: Friendly store and cafe with vegetarian and vegan crepes, soup and several cold salads. Also vegan cookies, brownies, and homemade coconut-based ice creams. For dessert there is an excellent selection of vegan cookies, brownies, and homemade ice cream along with coffee and tea. The food is mainly for take out but there are some small tables and benches.

Vegan restaurant Hot Beans
160 Baldwin St (at Spadina,) 647-352-7581, hotbeansvegan.com

Hot Beans

Hot Beans is an entirely vegan, Latin-inspired takeout restaurant in Kensington Market specializing in tacos, burritos, nachos and decadent desserts. Gluten-free options too!

Vegan cafe Hot Yam! O
33 St. George St., Toronto, www.hotyam.ca

Hot Yam!

Hot Yam! is a volunteer-run vegan food collective. To us that means preparing and serving inexpensive vegan meals once a week that are accessible to everyone. We use ingredients that are as local and organic as possible and we aim to please your taste buds as well as your heart and soul. *** Only operating on Wednesdays from 12-2!****

Cafe Karine's Vegetarian & All Day Breakfast Wheelchair-accesible washrooms
109 McCaul St., (s. of Dundas), Village by the Grange, 416-591-0863, www.karines.ca

Karine's Vegetarian & All Day Breakfast

Karine's offers the closest to home cooking from extravagant fresh fruit filled breakfast platters to healthy lunches and dinners. Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free and mostly organic foods prepared with love and passion. Delight of all is our BOMBA exquisite fiber spread. Vegan goodness right in the Village By The Grange. (Across from the AGO, on McCaul south of Dundas W)

Vegetarian restaurant King's Cafe Wheelchair-accesible washrooms
192 Augusta Ave. (s. of Baldwin), 416-591-1340, www.kingscafe.com/

King's Cafe

TVA says: Chinese restaurant with dim sum, soups, sushi, mock meat dishes, combination specials. Plus fancy tea and mock-meat store. Small patio in front. The space is now one large dining room with a boutique off to the side selling a wide selection of exotic teas and some frozen mock meats. Everything including the menu is more upscale and fancy.

Cafe Moonbean Coffee Company o
30 Saint Andrew St., 416-595-0327, www.moonbeancoffee.com

Moonbean Coffee Company

Toronto's largest selection of certified fair trade organic shade-grown coffees, roasted on-site. Available in-house or as beans to take home. Huge selection of loose-leaf tea. Juice bar, ice-coffee bar, smoothie bar, vegan sweets and light food. Front and back patio. Wholesale.

Restaurant Rancho Relaxo Wheelchair-accesible
300 College St., 416-920-0366?, www.ranchorelaxo.biz

Rancho Relaxo

Authentic vegan Mexican cuisine. This hotspot located right in the heart of the city is renowned for its traditional Mexican dishes with a vegetarian twist. Offering a full range of faux meats, soy sour cream and vegan ice cream and now using Daiya cheese. Classics like nachos, fajitas and burritos and house specialties like Enchiladas and Chile Rellenos are available 6 days a week. Great food, fresh margaritas and friendly staff.

Vegan cafe Sadie's Juice Bar & Ice Creem o
148 Baldwin St., 647-340-1155

Sadie's  Juice Bar & Ice Creem

Lots of new food available at our Kensington location. Vegan Sushi, Smoked Tempeh Sandwiches, Summer Rolls, Moroccan Salad, Toasted Bagels and more. Ice creem by the scoop, novelties, fresh juices, sodas, floats and more. Mostly take-out, a few seats.

Vegan cafe Urban Herbivore O
64 Oxford St (at Augusta), 416-927-1231, www.herbivore.to

Urban Herbivore

The Urban Herbivore, sister to upscale Fressen restaurant on Queen St, provides great vegan food on the go. The menu features grilled sandwiches on fresh baked bread, an array of green salads, fresh squeezed juices and baked goodies. Bottled gourmet soups and packaged dips and dressings made in-house are available to take home. All packaging, including take-out cutlery, is 100% biodegradable. Catering available.

Cafe VEDA - Healthy Indian Takeout o Wheelchair-accesible washrooms
10 King's College Rd. (U of T), 416-961-9797, www.vedatakeout.com

VEDA - Healthy Indian Takeout

Enjoy the same wonderful Veda experience as our original Yorkville location at the University of Toronto (Sandford Fleming Building). Our philosophy is to cook authentic and tasty Indian food with minimal oil and healthier ingredients. Many vegetarian and vegan options are available. Eat-in, takeout and delivery. Hours available at www.vedatakeout.com.

Cafe VEDA - Healthy Indian Takeout o Wheelchair-accesible
569 Spadina Ave (U of T, Koffler House) , Toronto, 416-961-9797, www.vedatakeout.com

VEDA - Healthy Indian Takeout

Eating healthy fast food has never tasted this good. Located in trendy Yorkville, Veda's unique and tasty Indian creations will leave you wanting more! Enjoy the sumptuous taste of curry among a myriad of authentic and delicious vegetarian/vegan menu choices. Eat-in
takeout, and delivery. Hours available at www.vedatakeout.com.

Vegan restaurant Vegetarian Haven o Wheelchair-accesible
17 Baldwin St., 416-621-3636, info@vegetarianhaven.com, www.vegetarianhaven.com

Vegetarian Haven

A marvellous mix of creative vegan Asian fusion and home style cooking. Bistro chic dining room, inviting summer patio and friendly service. Customer commented "an invigorating, complete sensory experience."

Vegetarian cafe Wanda's Pie in the Sky o Wheelchair-accesible
287 Augusta Ave (s. of College), 416-236-7585, www.wandaspieinthesky.com

Wanda's Pie in the Sky

Pies, cakes, cookies, squares, and pizza, sandwiches and soup. Vegan lunch and dessert options. Organic Dark City coffee. Patio.