PLANTA in DC & Bethesda
PLANTA, PLANTA Queen, and their many varied concepts have long been favorites of The Vegan Digest. The restaurant group offers chef-crafted, balanced, and delicious signature dishes as well as many traditional classics from varied cuisines. Review the restaurant group’s various locations at its website, linked below for your perusal. The restaurant group was named TVD’s #1 Market Presence Favorite in 2023.
HipCityVeg in Chinatown, DC
Philly hoagies, burgers, chick’n sandwiches, chick’n nuggets, snack wraps, salads, fries, milkshakes, and more. HipCityVeg is a well-established restaurant operator, having previously operated quick service restaurants in NYC, D.C., and its founding city of Philadelphia. As part of Marquis & Co., HipCityVeg was founded by Nicole Marquis with an emphasis on nutritional content as well as deliciousness. Most HipCityVeg restaurants are located in Center City Philadelphia, Greater Philadelphia, and the District of Columbia. With each visit to HipCityVeg, expect to enjoy indulgent menu items that focus on quality ingredients.
PLNT Burger in DC, MD, & VA
PLNT Burger, pronounced ‘Plant’ Burger, is an extensive slate of quick-service and dine-in ‘burger joint’ style restaurants. With locations in DC, VA, MD, PA, MA, and NY, the founders and operators of PLNT Burger have created a fun brand with a ‘quality of ingredients’ appeal. Management’s experience and expertise in building brands and scaling operations allow for promotional activities such as gameday deals, season-long promotions, and other customer-centric activities. Their restaurant build-outs compete with traditional fast-casual restaurant venues and are either standalone venues, storefronts within shopping plazas, or nestled within Whole Foods Markets. Expect delicious menu items such as cheeseburgers, chick’n sandwiches, chick’n nuggets, fries, milkshakes, and more entirely vegan options. TVD has yet to visit PLNT Burger, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!
Elizabeth’s in DC
Located in a historic townhouse along L Street in the Franklin Square neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C., Elizabeth’s is a pioneer in plant-based fine dining. Over the years, the restaurant has evolved into its current sophisticated, multi-course format, with a focus on accessible vegan fine dining. The kitchen is led by Executive Chef Francisco Hernandez and offers a seasonal six-course tasting menu that emphasizes organic produce and molecular gastronomy techniques. Signature experiences include the vegan caviar, house-made macadamia nut ricotta, and a biodynamic wine program. For a more flexible evening, the intimate Onyx Bar serves à la carte small plates and refined cocktails in a walk-in-only space. TVD has yet to visit Elizabeth’s, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!
Pow Pow in DC
Pow Pow is an award-winning, plant-based Asian fusion and kosher-certified restaurant with locations in the Washington, D.C. area. There are long-standing locations along the H Street Corridor in the NoMa neighborhood of Northeast DC as well as in the Franklin Square neighborhood of Northwest DC. Named in tribute to the sound of bold, “explosive” flavors and for the punchy impact of its creative cuisine, the restaurant group is founded by locally rooted entrepreneurs. Known for in-house plant-based proteins and extra-large “egg rolls” that look the part, popular menu items are rooted in Asian fusion ingredients with a creative flair. The concept also features a fully vegan sister organization, Bubbie’s Plant Burgers & Breakfast, that has previously maintained a presence in Arlington, Virginia. TVD has yet to visit Pow Pow, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!
Mita in DC
“Mita is a sophisticated, vegetable-forward restaurant in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C., that redefines plant-based dining through the lens of Latin American traditions. Founded by Chefs Miguel Guerra and Tatiana Mora, the concept celebrates the “vegetable kingdom” with inventive tasting menus inspired by the flavors of Venezuela, Colombia, and Peru. Mita holds the prestigious distinction of being a Michelin-starred establishment, a rare honor for a plant-based concept that highlights its culinary excellence and innovation. Mita’s week-long beverage program highlights biodynamic and organic wines from Latin America alongside a curated cocktail list. TVD has yet to visit Mita, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!
Oyster Oyster in DC
Oyster Oyster is a highly sustainable, Michelin-starred restaurant in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C., that celebrates the “plant-forward” philosophy of Chef Rob Rubba. While its name pays homage to both the bivalve and the mushroom, “the menu is prepared vegetarian or vegan with the option for an oyster course.” In addition to its traditional Michelin star, the establishment holds a Michelin Green Star for its industry-leading commitment to eco-friendly gastronomy. The seasonal tasting menus feature inventive plant-based creations, such as golden beet bread with sunflower butter and complex mushroom-centric entrées. TVD has yet to visit Oyster Oyster, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience! [Prompted by TVD and fully generated by Google’s Gemini]
Fruitive in DC
Fruitive is a restaurant that serves organic, plant-based food and has locations in the Northwest Washington, D.C. area. The menu includes açaí bowls, organic waffles, wraps, cold-pressed juices, and more that are made fresh-to-order. Fruitive offers a modern, health-conscious dining experience suitable for vegans and those seeking clean-eating options alike. TVD has yet to visit, and so, if you do visit, let us know how you enjoyed the experience!
