Veggie Grill & Next Level in San Jose
Next Level Burger and Veggie Grill are two legacy brands that have since merged, while maintaining distinct operating brands. Their respective menus offer a variety of comfort foods such as burgers, wraps, mac n’ cheese, vegetable dishes, desserts, tailored seasonal menu items, and more. They have locations in Boston, Los Angeles, NYC, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Denver, Austin, and more. Their restaurant build-outs compete with traditional fast-casual venues and are either standalone venues, storefronts within shopping plazas, or nestled within markets such as Whole Foods Market. TVD is yet to visit, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!
Tane Vegan Izakaya in Palo Alto
Tane Vegan Izakaya provides a high-end, full-service experience. They open early in the evening for dinner service across several locations, including Honolulu, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, and Berkeley. Chefs at Tane, such as founder Chef Lui, “blend fresh, locally sourced ingredients with authentic Japanese techniques” to develop visually appealing and delectable menu items. Tane highlights its “sushi rolls, tempura, ramen, and small plates” among other menu items. Tane translates to ‘seed’ in Japanese, symbolizing ‘a commitment to newer ideas of sustainable and innovative dining.’ TVD has yet to visit Tane, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed Tane Vegan Izakaya!
