November is World Vegan Month! Representative Anna V. Eskamani is a proud vegan and loves to incorporate local restaurants into her plant-based meal plan. Drop by any of these small businesses in House District 42 and invite a friend to join you next time!
Market on South: 2603 E South St, Orlando, FL 32803
Right next to Cherry Tree Park is Market On South, a plant-based dining and shared market destination. Dharma Southern Kitchen and Valhalla Bakery can be found here, and are perfect vegan options for those who want to scope out a lot of fun options in a one-stop shop. For the east-side followers, you can grab some Valkyrie Doughnuts just steps away from UCF, too!
Ethos Vegan Kitchen: 601 B S New York Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Just off Park Avenue in Winter Park, Ethos Vegan Kitchen is a full-service vegan restaurant. Featuring hearty, homestyle fare, Ethos Vegan Kitchen offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week around the corner from Rollins College, too!
SOHO Juice Co.: 646 S Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
With four different locations in Florida (including one in Winter Park!), SOHO Juice Co. is a vegan-friendly and allergen-focused marketplace serving plant-based products with wholesome ingredients. Their smoothies, açaí bowls, cold-pressed juices, and other grab-and-go items are dedicated to being eco-friendly and mostly organic!
Korgette: 696 Irvington Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Steps away from Colonial Town Center, Korgette offers a variety of healthy and delicious street foods. Each week, they create dishes using good, clean, and fresh seasonal ingredients available from their trusted suppliers. Their staple items, however, are just as mouthwatering: falafels, build-your-own fusion bowls, and signature sauces inspired by flavors around the world!
Boca Fresca: 676 Cherry Street, Winter Park, FL 32789
Boca Fresca is unique in its own way, dedicated to fully plant-based and vegan Puerto Rican meals. Honoring the love and sabor of their ancestors and heritage, the owners at Boca Fresca strive to translate the flavors of their cultures and traditions into a more sustainable recipe to serve their customers’ health and the health of our planet.
Hungry Pants: 3421 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
Located in the heart of SODO, Hungry Pants offers a menu for those who are curious and willing to experiment with whole and balanced foods. Entrepreneurs Joey Conicella and Alex Marin strive to appeal to anyone that is ‘plant-curious’, allowing you to enjoy your favorite comfort foods without judgment. You can hear more from them in our business blog here!
Veggie Garden: 1216 E. Colonial Drive, Suite 11, Orlando, FL 32803
Near Lake Eola Heights, Veggie Garden serves mostly vegan Vietnamese cuisine. Featuring items from a signature soup broth made from different kinds of vegetables and fruit to a spring roll made from lettuce, basil, and fried tofu. This eatery is great for the soul and mixing up your vegan cuisine too.
The Vegan Hot Dog Cart: 63 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Just a short walk from Lake Eola, the Vegan Hot Dog Cart is curated by the same people who brought Dharma Southern Kitchen to life. This pint-sized cart provides creative vegan hot dogs with a variety of toppings, perfect for anyone craving a vegan-friendly American classic!
Skyebird Juice Bar & Experimental Kitchen: 3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
For our friends in Audubon Park, Skyebird Juice Bar and Experimental Kitchen offers a variety of plant-based and gluten-free menu items. From cold-pressed juices, house-made smoothies, all-day breakfasts, and plant-based meals, this local business is perfect for anyone wanting to quench their thirst!
Winter Park Biscuit Co.: 3201 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
After 3 years of being THE sought-out pop-up, WPBC opened its own location within East End Market and Orlando turned out to show lots of love. From the chik sandwich to the classic biscuit, you’ll hear their staff say “Yes, it’s all vegan!” and trust us, the line is worth it!
Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar: 444 N Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Outside of the pandemic, this is the spot to find stand-up comedy, artists, writers, and readers alike around The Milk District. They are open every day of the year to meet your plant-curious needs from soups to sandwiches, and of course, the “Moko Jono” coffee to keep you going. You might even run into an Eskamani here!
Loving Hut: 2101 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
Grounded in values of peace, happiness, and caring for Mama Earth, Loving Hut is tucked right off East Colonial and 100% vegan. With pho, spring rolls, and curry bbq, it’s a must-go for our local foodies; you can even learn about celebrities who have chosen the vegan lifestyle when you step inside through a curated selection of fun wall art.
Plantees: 1030 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Did someone say 100% plant-based burgers, fries, and shakes! Who could ask for more? Off Mills Ave, is Plantees, a restaurant that is providing healthy food for the community with the goal of bridging the gap between fast food and fast-casual food. They have all-natural ingredients with environmentally friendly products too! For fans of Will’s Pub, it’s right next door. 😉
Grain and Berry – Maitland: 400 North N Orlando Ave, Maitland, FL 32751
Tucked away near downtown Maitland is Grain & Berry, they offer various kinds of superfoods in a unique way! You can get your superfood in the form of Acai bowls, pitaya bowls, spirulina bowls, kale bowls, oatmeal bowls, yogurt bowls, smoothies, freshly squeezed juices, or international coffees. If you have a chance stop by at lunch to grab a healthy meal on the go. They cater to all needs including vegetarians, paleo, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free!
Jacked Up Vegan: 959 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Right by Downtown Winter Park is Jacked Up Vegan, a hidden oasis of vegan burgers and Latin BBQ. They have BBQ platters, street tacos, burritos, and their special Jacked Up Fries that includes vegan bacon, cheese, sautéed onions, and scallions! Jacked Up Vegan would be the perfect place to go when exploring Winter Park!
Easy Luck Coffee & Bodega: 2425 E South St, Orlando, FL 32803
From Early Eats to Nite Bites, Easy Luck Coffee and Bodega is a vegan paradise! Their sandwiches and deli meats come in all variations, be it Ham ‘n’ Cheese, or South St. Sweetheart. Ever in need of a refresher? Drop in for tea assortments ranging across Lavender citrus sage, strawberry rosé, pumpkin chai, or your favorite cup of coffee! Be here to be healthy (their toasts can be subbed for gluten-free rice cakes), and fill your tummy with something yummy!
Greenery Creamery – 420 East Church St, Unit #112 Orlando, FL 32801
The Greenery Creamery is Orlando’s first artisanal ice cream boutique. They serve dairy and vegan ice cream made fresh from local natural ingredients right near Lake Eola! Stop by to try the unique flavors they offer anytime between 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.