How to Eat Out as a Vegan

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This guide will help you whether the restaurant is fine dining, fast-casual, fast food, food truck, or any other type.

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1. STUDY THE MENU Look for items that are identified as “vegan,” have symbols such as a “v,” or a plant image. Check the key at the bottom to see what these symbols mean.

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2. CHECK FOR A SEPARATE VEGAN/VEGETARIAN MENU Vegetarian dishes can often be modified to make them vegan.

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3. FIND A NUTRITION OR ALLERGEN MENU It’s a reliable source to look into for potential dairy or egg ingredients in otherwise naturally assuming vegan items.

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4. CALL THE RESTAURANT BEFORE YOU GO Call to verify that the dishes you’ve already identified are indeed vegan. Or, you might ask them what they suggest for you.

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5. SEE WHAT OTHER VEGANS HAVE EATEN AT THE RESTAURANT Check social media groups, blogs, yelp, or google reviews.

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6. GET CREATIVE ABOUT YOUR MEAL Combine a few side dishes to form a balanced meal or ask if the chef can make you something vegan.

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