I was at a local studio mixing an album and the engineer said he loved this place and recommended almost anything on their menu. I walked in and was greeted warmly. I got the Rueben. It was hot and delicious. (It was so good I ate it too fast and burnt the roof of my mouth). I'll definitely be back again when I mix my next record. read more

Awesome veggie chili Awesome and yummy filling sammys Awesome gigantic fresh-made chocolate chip cookies read more

It's been way too long since I've been to DC Vegetarian! I put it on my radar when I saw that it was sandwich week in Portland and DC Vegetarian had the Cubano for their $10 offering! I forgot how cute the interior was. Service was friendly! I liked that there was plenty of padded seats. My Cubano arrived, and it looked great..and tasted better! The sandwich was big and I could only eat half..I took the other half home for dinner. What a great bargain! This sandwich has me addicted to sandwich week! read more

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A must come place if you like a traditional hoagie / sub / sandwich and are vegan. The interior of the place has a great vibe too. Fast service. Friendly staff. Interesting/unusual vegan cookies and other desserts too. read more

DC Vegetarian - Italian Sub - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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This place ROCKS! Got a steak and cheese sandwich piled high with seitan, sautéed onion and cheese sauce. It was everything I want from a vegan sub. One of the best I've ever had dare I say... Lots of fun old Batman posters on the wall and cool music playing. Fun spot! read more

DC Vegetarian - Outside - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Absolutely obsessed with DC Vegetarian! I've had salads, wings, and sandwiches here and truly loved them all. But the Cajun chicken po boy is my favorite!! Add some banana peppers!! 11/10! read more

We ordered the special (The Surf & Turf Special) - it has seasoned chickpeas (aka tuna) sandwich with lettuce, tomato, cheese, tempeh bacon, vegenaise. So good! Would get again. The breakfast melt was veerryy good. It has organic seasoned tofu, choice of seitan, tempeh bacon or sausage, cheese, spinach, tomato, and roasted red pepper aioli. We got it with the sausage, which the cashier recommended. The cookies are made in house and vegan. The chocolate chip was sooo good! We couldn't believe it was vegan. We got everything to go. There's no parking in front of the restaurant. We had to park in the residential area on the street. read more

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Stopped by DC Vegetarian for Sandwich Week 2025! Got their special (Mr Beef) as well as an Italian Sub. I was happy with the order - they were pretty large portions, definitely something two people could have half of and feel satisfied. They're delicious, but you could tell they were vegan. This is an all-vegan business, serving sandwiches and burgers, wings, salads, soups and chili, some breakfast options, sides like pickles and chips, and desserts. I would say sandwiches are the focus and they range from $12-$15. They also sell some of their vegan meat by the pound. I believe they make nearly everything from scratch, so major props for that. Street parking only and it's not right out front. Takeout or dine in. read more

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This po boy Sando took me back to childhood it was magical wish I had a place like this in NY read more

DC Vegetarian - This po bo Sando took me back to childhood it was magical - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

my go to for a quick bite -- #4 steak breakfast sandwich is so yummy and DC makes their proteins in house. i love the sauce on this sandwich and i always enjoy dining in. also, you can buy proteins in bulk ! read more

DC Vegetarian - ##4 Steak Sandwich - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I got my vegan steak & cheese fix! So fresh, tasty, and not hyper processed. Becky & Damian were friendly, and answered my questions about the food and concepts. I'd like to go back and try all the menu items. Highly recommend. read more

DC Vegetarian - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I am not vegan or vegetarian but their cubano was absolutely delicious. They nailed the texture and flavor of ham with the jackfruit. One of the most satisfying sandwiches I've ever had. read more

One of the mainstays of Portland's vegan food scene, and a comfort classic. Their Italian sub is massive, and worth either trying the pastrami version or adding on pickles. It's enough for two people tbh, they don't skimp on the portions. They have solid breakfast sandwiches too - I'd recommend their muffin as a vegan but way better McGriddle sub. They also have a ton of fun specials every week that are worth checking out. Some standouts were their pressed panini and now their Cubano which oh my god please make that a regular on your menu I s2g I'll buy 100 a week read more

My husband & I went to this restaurant for the first time today for lunch. It didn't look fancy when we walked in but we stayed. The food is all vegan and my husband who loves meat was a little apprehensive. We settled on a chicken salad sandwich and a Cajun Po' Boy. These two sandwiches were huge and a great value too. The food was excellent! We enjoyed it very much! The only draw back is that there is little to no parking but we found a spot nearby. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. We will return. read more

It's great to have plant-based options. I tried the po boy sandwich, and it was tangy with just the right amount of spice. The soy curls are so hearty that I had to split it across two meals! It is a little frustrating that they are closed Mondays, but nonetheless it is worth the wait. read more

Ordered the Italian sub and it did not disappoint. Totally legit and perfect submarine sandwich. read more

DC Vegetarian - Italian Sub - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Awesome place with the sweetest staff in the world. I loved the food and atmosphere, and getting to chat. The decor was wonderful as well. Highly recommended read more

The ABSOLUTE BEST VEGAN PASTRAMI! (Yes, I'm shouting!) Very nice people working here. We may come up to Portland from CA - JUST for their delicious sandwiches. WOW! Mostly take out, but there's a few booths inside, in a room nextdoor to the counter. read more

This all-vegan restaurant started as a food cart in downtown Portland back in 2009. Now they have their own brick and mortar, and they make their own seitan in house! Yes, please! I ordered the reuben, and it was the biggest, most delicious sandwich you could ever ask for. It was seriously enough for 2 meals if you're not a huge eater! The staff was super friendly. There was no line. There's picnic tables out front where you can eat, but it's mostly a takeout spot. I recommend doing what I did and taking your food a couple blocks down to the park and sit under the shade of a giant tree. read more

DC Vegetarian - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The cliff notes: really good fast vegan food! They have. Burgers, sandwiches, and melts. Super simple/ small menu but quality items. During the pandemic they're currently only offering takeout, I suggest calling your order in as you drive over. I was craving something hearty and comforting so I got the Philly cheesesteak and boy did it fit the bill. They were busy but they still managed to get this out to me in under 20! It was stuffed with seitan, their homemade sauce ( cheesy and creamy in nature) and the peppers and onions were perfectly grilled! 10/01. I ended up adding bbq to mine ( bc I am a huge bbq fan) and omg it added so much to it! I also saved half bc it was so filling and heated it up the next day and it wasn't soggy / had the same flavors. My only recommendations would be to offer to add grilled jalapeños to it- that would add such a lovely kick! And lastly to offer fries or some hot sides- this would've paired so nicely with some crispy fries, I ended up going across the street to the doghouse truck to snag some fries and a place to sit. Give this place a try next time you're in the area. read more

DC Vegetarian - Prolly Steak and Cheese Sandwich - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I cannot wait to come back here! The food is so good and without any of that "I took a life just so I could enjoy a tasty meal" guilt! Ya know, unless guilt is like your thing... Actually no, even if guilt is your thing you should try this restaurant out. You can feel guilt about other things, eating too much here, spending too much here, or even drinking too much here. Hot damn I'm helpful! My place is in the Pearl so I had to actually Uber here. It is totally worth the extra trouble! The uber driver told me her life story and how she became a Mormon. So I had lots to mull over while I contemplated my order. I decided on the War Eagle. Delightful! I tucked into those bourbon bbq curls like I hadn't been fed in days! The bbq wasn't too sweet, and it had a great texture. Chips on the side helped scoop what had fallen from my sandwich as I ate it... wish they had fries... I also had a bourbon based mixed drink to keep my party going ... it was huge! Tasty and well mixed! I'm counting down the days (a couple weeks) before I visit again. Totally wish they'd open one in San Diego! read more

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Just went here for sandwich week and the sando was delish! I also got a side of fries that were perfectly cooked and seasoned! The staff was super friendly and welcoming! Will definitely be going back here for more grub soon! read more

Wanted to try this restaurant forever and a day and finally did. Had the cheesesteak and now that's all I can think about. Huge portion, fluffy soft sub roll, gooey cheesy yumminess. Loved the sweet peppers. Also had the choc chip sea salt cookie. Crisp on the edges chewy in the center and perfect amount of salt. Currently they are not open for dine in but hopefully they will again. Oh! And the staff is great! Can't forget about the staff. read more

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One time I got asked in an interview at a fine dining restaurant what my favorite restaurant in Portland is and I lied and said some other place but the real answer is District of Columbia Vegetarian. It's literally the best restaurant in the city. Sandwich + cookie perfected. read more

My go to, #1 favorite sit down or grab and go in PDX. I can pretty much live on the breakfast sandwiches, but I never miss the chicken Parm special. Everything I've had here except for one dessert has been excellent, and let's face it I don't really need dessert because all of the food is filling enough. With restaurants closing left and right, if DC Veg make it for some reason I might as well just leave Portland. read more

Normally vegan sandwiches are all veggies and hardly any protein, but this vegan po boy is full of protein and AMAZING! read more

DC Vegetarian - Cajun Po Boy - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I have absolutely loved this place since it opened! Their food is fantastic, well made, and delicious. This last time I went in I got the Wings and a Ruben but on wheat bread (I hate rye ). Everything was incredibly good and my fiancé,who is not vegetarian, really liked the wings and almost ended eating a quite a few to himself. Staff is always friendly and courteous. Very glad this spot is in my neighborhood. read more

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Yummy sandwiches - we tried the BLT and added avocado and the War Eagle and both were delicious. We wish we could try it all but we are visiting from Austin. Highly recommend - a great vegan place! read more

Can't believe how much food I got for the price! Everything was lovely and my dogs loved the shade and the free cookies! read more

DC Vegetarian - Caesar Salad Potato Salad - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Perfect picnic plan. Order ahead and go grab it. So yummy, good size portions and well seasoned food. We love the breakfast sandwiches but for lunch we're all about picking up the food and heading out to a park or just listening to a podcast in the car if it starts raining. Can't wait to see new items, hope the season changes will bring new things. DC Veg, you gotta find time to work on your website. Still love ya though! read more

The bbq soy curls are heavenly. I'd like a bucket of them, please. The kale salad is also delicious. A healthy, satisfying vegan take on bbq and collards. read more

Want to like them but honestly it's bland and greasy. I live only a few blocks away and have tried a decent portion of their menu but most of the times is been disappointing. Wings are good but DC Vegetarian doesn't actually make them so kinda hard to give them credit. Chick salad sandwich is soggy and bland. $6 Wednesday burger special is worth it, wouldn't go for anything else. Bummer. read more

Horrible service. I was treated like a second class citizen. These are literally the, meanest, nastiest, most hostile people I have ever come across in my life. Steak and Cheese sub was good though. read more

GLUTEN FREE PEOPLE BE CAREFUL. Giving this place 1 star because they were careless about a gluten free allergy and essentially I got poisoned by eating gluten here due to their negligence. I came in and had a whole conversation with the cashier about what items were gluten free on the menu. My partner and I ordered and paid. We got our food and I started eating my burger. Half way through eating I (with dread) realized the bread texture of the burger was off. I went inside and asked if the bread on my burger was gluten free. It was not. The manager came out and said she would refund me for the burger and I said "please refund my whole order" and she said "I can't do that." I said something like "your carelessness caused me to eat something I'm allergic to and that's going to have health consequences for me." She acquiesced and also basically said our kitchen isn't gluten free so if it's a serious allergy we can't guarantee anything. Which is crazy because ALLL OVER the menu it says "gluten free" and like I said I had a whole conversation with the cashier and somehow they messed it up and gave me food I'm allergic to. Then to add a cherry on top of the bad experience when the cook brought out my sandwich I said "thanks" quietly (because I was understandably upset) and as he walked back inside he turned back around and said a loud and exaggerated "YOU ARE WELCOME!" With his hands out and eyes wide. Passive aggressive much? And inconsiderate? It was all a very unpleasant experience that ruined my day in Portland because now I have to deal with the consequences of eating gluten. IF YOU HAVE AN ALLERGY DONT COUNT ON THIS PLACE TO RESPECT IT and make sure to check your food before eating it. read more

DC Vegetarian - I ordered a gluten free burger. This bun is NOT gluten free. Unfortunately I didn't realize it until half way through eating it. - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The War Eagle is a fuckin' legit sandwich. Total vegan junk food. But seriously delicious. This used to be the place we'd drop in to for a beer and a sando, but since COVID they only do takeout. Not sure if that is still the case with things opening back up, but you can get this delivered or pickup. Most of it is designed to be eaten hot and fresh (after a while, bbq sauce turns buns to mush) so grab your to go food and get after it. There are some outside tables but they weren't allowing people to eat there during COVID. Once things are back up I'll likely become a regular again, since it's best eaten in. Good stuff. read more

I'm happy this shop survived the pandemic. I had a Reuben sandwich here a few years ago and have been wanting to go back and have another. Yesterday I went and was about to order the Reuben but I ordered a blt with gluten free bread. My boyfriend ordered the Rueben. The blt looked amazing VERY generous amounts of fresh green leafy lettuce, tomato and tempeh. However unfortunately the bread was as hard as a rock so hard I removed one piece and hung on to the lettuce . It was very dry barely any mayo huge disappointment. The Rueben sandwich was HUGE enough for two people. It was incredible. The bread,the sauerkraut, the pastrami, the melty cheese sauce !!!!!!!!!! It was just as delicious as I recalled. NOTE TO SELF...order the Rueben or bring my own condiments if I order a blt! read more

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It was my birthday and I was bound and determined to have vegan food. Usually we cook vegan at home and eat whatever when we go out, but I wanted to find more vegan options for eating out that still felt like a treat. So I checked out the menu and was excited to give this place a try. Yeah, I ordered a bunch, because it was my birthday. Salad, chili, potato salad, mac salad, sandwiches, the whole nine. I placed my order online for pickup. It took a little longer than expected to be ready, but they were super friendly and brought it out to us (fortunately we got a parking spot right out front). And it was totally worth the wait! Everything had lots of flavor and traveled well. The prices and portions were completely reasonable. I kind of wanted to try it all first time out, but probably wouldn't order this much food for a regular dinner (or two!). I really enjoyed their sandwiches and would come get them again, but maybe just one side to share next time. We thought it was all delicious, but we eat vegan and enjoy our veggies around here, so maybe others wouldn't think it was the same. Personally, I thought they were using really top notch ingredients, not all vegan lunch "meats" are the same. So from my perspective I thought this place was great. I will be back! read more

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Some of the best food on the planet. As simple as that. Amazing specials that vanish too fast. read more

DC Vegetarian - Pastrami Reuben - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Jaw dropping. That is what I can say about DC veg. It came highly recommended, and I went twice in 2 weeks. We tried the kale salad, chicken salad sandwich, steak sandwich, and chicken wings. Each and every single one of those just took my breath away. The steak sandwich is just so flavorful from start start to finish, and the "beef" is tucked between a perfectly toasted baguette. The wings....I mean the texture is just on point. It is made of jackfruit, and I believe the "bone" is sugarcane. Seriously, I thought Portland vegan food couldn't shock me anymore, but this place really proved me wrong. This could be in my top 5 all time favorites in Portland. read more

DC Vegetarian - Wings and the steak sandwich. It's divine - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Well, it finally happened; I was fooled by a vegan dish! I wasn't always vegan, so I've had plenty of experience eating meat. Wings were always a favorite. I've had the cauliflower wings in a lot of places, but I've never had anything like DC's. They came out hot and smelling perfect, and when I bit into one, I swear to you, my first thought was, "Oh, shit, these are real chicken!" They were not. They're made of some kind of vegan protein, but since DC gets them from an outside source, they couldn't tell me much more. The 'bone' is a little piece of sugar cane and the texture of the 'chicken' is sinewy and perfect. There's a place I go in the San Fernando Valley in LA called Vinh Loi where Kevin the chef makes the most detail-perfect duck out of soy, but this may actually pass it up for realism. The Rubin was also great. I look forward to more visits and more excellent. read more

DC Vegetarian - Vegan wings next to half a Rubin and chips. - American Near Me - Portland, Oregon