EAT Foodies Forever 8 Less Dietary Restriction, More Epicurean Revolution

LESS DIETARY RESTRICTION, MORE EPICUREAN REVOLUTION

Gluten-free, Vegetarian, and Dairy Free

Visiting a new place can be stressful when you’re gluten-free or vegan. You’re not sure where to find meals that fit your dietary needs, and you don’t want folks getting cranky if you ask. Relax: Bend’s a chill place adept at pleasing all kinds of palates.

Zydeco has mastered the art of safe dining for celiac and other gluten-intolerant diners. Almost everything on the menu can be made gluten-free, including tasty favorites like the barbecue shrimp, artichoke and corn fritters, and their famous flourless chocolate cake. Salud Raw Food offers tons of salads, wraps, and delicious desserts guaranteed to please both gluten-free and vegan diners.

Can’t bear to give up baked goods or pizza? McKay Cottage, on Bend's northeast side, has a fantastic selection of gluten-free pastries made from scratch daily, while Pizza Mondo does a to-die-for gluten-free pizza crust with an array of mouthwatering toppings and combinations.

When it’s time to rise and shine, vegetarians will love the poached eggs with crispy herb polenta, spinach, and gluten-free hollandaise at Chow. Ready to hit Bend’s food cart scene? The Lively Up Yourself cart at the Midtown Yacht Club slings some of the best vegan chow in town, or try Broken Angel Sustainable Food Cart for their Southwest and Mexican-inspired vegan bites near the Box Factory.

Broken Top Bottle Shop is a safe bet whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free, since all menu items are clearly marked. Try the BBQ tempeh sando, a bun piled high with house-smoked shredded tempeh, vegan Georgia red BBQ sauce, and Carolina red slaw.

Need a few more stops for that Bend bucket list? Put Laughing Planet, Fix and Repeat, Deeply Rooted, Bo’s Falafel Bar, and Café Yumm on your list, too. Go forth and eat safely and guilt-free in Bend!

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