The food was absolutely delicious! Great vibes! I will be coming back when I am in town

Monster Vegan is a must-visit if you love themed restaurants and great food. I'm a huge fan of classic monster movies, so the atmosphere immediately hooked me. A lot of themed spots lean hard into aesthetics but fall short on food. That was not the case here at all. I ordered the double smashed burger with fries and it was excellent. The burger was flavorful and satisfying, and the onion rings inside the sandwich were a great touch that really brought it together. My wife ordered the vegan cheesesteak with Impossible meat. She didn't finish it, which worked out perfectly for me because I got to enjoy the other half. The peppers added a nice kick and the sandwich was just as good as the burger. What really made this visit special was the kindness of the staff. We asked if the kitchen could blend our daughter's soup (chicken de jour), and they were incredibly understanding and accommodating. That willingness to go above and beyond meant a lot to us and did not go unnoticed. This was my 3rd visit to the restaurant and I have yet to be disappointed. I'm already excited for my next visit next year. read more

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I used to order from here pretty often and always loved the food, especially the Parmesan fries. Decided to try the vegan French dip and have mixed feelings. The French Dip menu description (and photo) lists it as coming with au jus, horseradish aioli on the side, The pressed /panini sandwich I would think it should melt some of the 3 slices of cheese just sitting alongside the tasty roll. Unfortunately, my order didn't match ingredients & pics. There was no au jus or aioli included, and the sandwich itself wasn't pressed--the cheese was thick and unmelted, which really changed the overall experience. The fries were still great, but for $24, I was expecting something closer to what was described. Hoping this was just an off day, because I know how good their food can be. read more

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Twas good for an all vegan feast. We got a baby lasagna, the suspiria birria, and Stuart Gordon. Baby lasagna was fire and my favorite bite of the night. My first time having lasagna! The ricotta was thick and tomato sauce was seasoned well. The suspiria birria def needed the consommé with it. Consommé was giving Thanksgiving gravy lowkey. don't know if I would consider this a cheesesteak though. Tbh I forgot that it was supposed to be a cheesesteak until now as im writing this. The chunks of meat and mushroom were not dry and went well with each other. Most of the flavor is from the consommé tho Stuart Gordon was probably the weakest bite of the three. It was super dry and made it had to eat. There needed to be more spice in the aoli as well. The salami was a new thing for me and it was weirdly salami textured and I was not expecting that lol. If there was a way to make the cutlets less dry, I think this would be better Overall great place for vegan stuff and I'd come back for pasta dishes read more

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SERVICE - located near downtown Philadelphia - parking available on street or at nearby garages - reservations optional but not required - large interior with two hidden rooms for seating - tables can accommodate larger or smaller groups - spooky themed with horror movies on the screens and halloween inspired drinkware - servers were friendly but almost too pushy when it came to asking us about our food. i felt rushed to eat rather than enjoying the meal slowly - food served relatively quickly - ambiance good for a semi casual meal MENU - plant based comfort food with shareable and entrees - all vegan/vegetarian - average price FOOD - exorcist fries (3/10): fries dusted with Mexican spice blend topped with jalapeños and served with sides of vegan queso and cilantro aioli. This was a bit of a letdown as it was just fries. The jalapeños were raw and added no flavor to the fries unless you are the whole slice. The cheese sauce lacked flavor and it would have been nicer if it was smothered on top. Both the sauces were creamy and light which had no contrast. - fried mac and cheese balls (6/10): two big macaroni and cheese balls on a bed of marinara sauce. This is an accurate representation of the comfort feel of the menu. The balls are large and can easily be split between a few people. Texturally, i liked the contrast between the crispy exterior and the al dente pasta. I would have liked more flavor and creaminess from the cheese. The marinara also lacked flavor besides tomato. - calamari masala (8/10): fried oyster mushrooms with a side of tikka masala sauce. This was my favorite of the dishes we ordered. The mushrooms are crispy with a meaty interior that is the ideal size for picking up and dipping. The sauce was the highlight. It is creamy yet spicy with some acidity from the lemon and tomato. I would order this just for the sauce. - crispy parmesan asparagus (7/10): four asparagus sprigs coated in panko breadcrumbs and topped with pesto and ricotta with a side of arugula salad. This was a substantial portion for either a main or to share as an appetizer. I appreciated the amount of arugula in the salad as a refreshment for the fried foods. The salad was generously dressed with olive oil yet the leaves retained crispness. I enjoyed the asparagus as well especially with the herby pesto and creamy ricotta. The only thing that i would have changed was giving more tender asparagus stalks as some of the ends were too tough to eat. - fried eggplant bucatini (8/10): bucatini in a vodka sauce topped with ricotta, arugula, and two slices of fried eggplant. This dish was served piping hot which made it very enjoyable. The sauce is creamy yet fresh and the pasta is cooked al dente. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! It was a fun atmosphere and the menu caters to people who are looking for vegan alternatives to meat heavy or comforting dishes. read more

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I was greeted when I walked in. I was able to find parking around the corner. Great customer service. The restaurant was SO cute. I loved that everything was vegan. I ordered a Philly cheesesteak. I wasnt a fan of the taste. But the atmosphere and customer service made up for the review. read more

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Easily one of the best places I went to in Philly. I had one goal to eat and find a vegan cheesesteak and monster vegan was at the top of the list. I'm a huge horror movie fan so having that plus vegan food was an instant win. The inside is so retro and plays older horror movies while the bar is neon pink and fabulous! The service we had was exceptional. She was so friendly and offered recommendations to us. The spicy fries with the vegan chop cheesesteak was outstanding. I can't wait to go back and I will be recommending to all! 12/10!! read more

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Took me a while to get back here for a second try. Love the horror theme. Sat at the bar & watched the video feed of Horror Hosts through the years. Bartender was attentive. Tried one of their popular pasta dishes. The vegan sausage was quite tasty. read more

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Frequently get takeout from here and always enjoyed the food!! Usually get the vegan Korean wings but decided to try the pesto pistachio bucatini and it did not disappoint!! Food is always prepared within 10-15 minutes of ordering and service is exceptional. Every time I come here the fun atmosphere makes me want to stay for a drink. Looking forward to coming back for a happy hour! read more

Monster Vegan - Pistachio Pesto Bucatini - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Went here a while ago and have wanted to come back to it. The vibes inside are amazing and really fun. We went during happy hour and the deals were pretty good. We ordered the Calamari masala and I had a margarita. Both were delicious. I ordered the Tikka masala sandwich and it was so good. All the food was really filling. My fiancée ordered the spritz and j got a frozen marg which were big fantastic. The food was very filling and our server was super helpful and knowledgeable. Overall a great experience! read more

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I finally got to go to Monster Vegan for their much lauded vegan "cheese-stake" for dinner. It was pretty good. There are television monitors and mini movie screens in the restaurant showing horror movie classics. read more

Monster Vegan - Vegan "Cheese-Stake" - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Visited in person during lunch on a Friday afternoon. Although it wasn't crowded it took a couple of minutes to get seated. Once seated my waitress was very attentive and helpful. I ordered the chop-top which I had before (via Uber Eats), enjoyed, and wanted to get again. I also ordered the yokai fries which were delicious!!! I don't think you can wrong with any of their fry options as they are all good! Highly recommend. The food is always filling and you definitely get your moneys worth. Loved the theme of the restaurant with horror movies playing on various screens, design of the restaurant, and the shape of the cups. Looking forward to visiting again during my next trip to Philadelphia. read more

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Our first time here but definitely will not be our last! I don't know where to start! I'll start with our server Nat (she deserves a raise!) She was so friendly and willing to share her recommendations (it seems like she recommended everything!). We had the Rod Serling "chicken" sandwich and the French dip which came with Parmesan truffle fries. If I didn't know it was vegan I would have totally thought it was actual cheese. I don't know how the get the flavor and texture so perfect!! The French dip was delicious! The vegetarian jus was amazing. The other sandwich was also really good (we shared). The atmosphere is great. Really into the monster theme. TV screens with '80's horror movies and '80's rock music playing. read more

PHILADELPHIA, PA: Monster Vegan is a one-of-a-kind spot, a perfect mashup of delicious cruelty-free vegan food and a love for horror movies and monsters, making it a uniquely cool restaurant that is as fun to hang out in as it is to eat at. Leashed, friendly pups are welcome on their covered outdoor seating area, glowing under spooky-chic purple string lights. The 100% vegan menu checks all the boxes, with a wide variety of thoughtfully prepared, seriously tasty dishes. We are still raving about the vegan ribeye cheesesteak and the Reuben! Whether you are stopping in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you will find plenty to love. There is also a full bar with creative cocktails plus non-alcoholic options. For those meals at home/work, they offer special takeout and delivery hours, check their website for the latest details. And trust us, you will want to sneak inside to admire the space (leave the pup outside with a friend). Huge shoutout to the two lovely ladies who gave Brie so much love during our visit! read more

Monster Vegan - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Love this place. The ambiance is like a horror movie but with vegan food and drinks to tide you over until your demise. Anything you can do, Monster Vegan can do vegan. From vegan sandwiches to meals to appetizers to desserts to cocktails and mocktails, Monster Vegan does it, and does it well. During my multiple visits I've ordered sandwiches, specials, a dessert and a mocktail and have not been let down. The fried chicken (on the fried chicken banh mi) was excellent. Crispy, without being too greasy. The bread was impressive, toasty on the outside, soft on the inside. I loved the crispy Brussels on the General Tso's Cutlet Hoagie as well. The service here, top notch. I've done both take out and dine in and everything exceeded my expectations. When I'm in Philly, I will continue to make Monster Vegan a must stop. read more

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Drinks were really good especially the "Halloween the night... He came home" which has coconut rum, pumpkin, matcha, ginger-cinnamon simple, oat milk, toasted marshmallow, Halloween fortune cookie - tasted like a pumpkin matcha latte, yum!! We also got some more drinks like Hack-o-Lantern, Trick or Tiki Death Punch (served in a jack-o-lantern!) and a special with Apple Cider. I do think the drinks were weak because I couldn't even get a slight buzz after 2 drinks. For food, we got an app each - Petite Lasagna and Korean BBQ wings - both were quite filling. I liked the lasagna but the bbq wings were very hard to bite into. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. read more

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Ordered via DoorDash so I didn't get to experience the cool vibes/fun decor of this spot, but the food was incredible! Traveling with my non vegan family so I ordered a vegan cheesesteak while they ate the real thing. WOW was it good! I opted for the Impossible meat option over seitan and vegan ribeye (although I am interested in that ribeye!) I added the fries which were excellent- crispy and topped with really good Parmesan and served with a horseradish sauce. I also added a caeser salad which was pretty great, and Oreo beignets which were interesting and enjoyable. I didn't know what to expect with the beignets, and almost didn't order them, but I am glad I did. They were so delicious they didn't even need the dipping sauce. This meal was absolutely incredible despite being a delivery, and I look forward to trying it in person next time. Definitely recommend this great vegan spot! read more

Monster Vegan - Vegan cheesesteak - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Ok so this place has an all vegan menu, but the mock-meat tastes just like real meat and it really weirded me out. I got the Ruben, and I tried to eat it, but I really couldn't. My daughter got a salad which I tried and it was pretty good. I think this place is best suited for meat eaters who want to eat healthier/have a vegan experience, or people who somewhat recently gave up meat and still want that experience. Someone like me, a vegetarian for nearly 20 years and isn't used to all these vegan tastes/textures that are just like meat, could not handle it. Or at least the Ruben. The atmosphere was pretty cool, good vibes. I appreciate what they are trying to do though, and wish them success, it just wasn't my cup of tea. read more

Monster Vegan - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

What a fun place to discover walking down Spruce! I had Monster Vegan on my list to try and decided to pop in when walking by. The decor inside is a neon vibe with monster movies of yore playing in the background. There's ample space indoor and outdoor. I'm a pescatarian who doesn't eat meat so I could finally indulge in creamy pasta without the stomach ache! I also tried a mocktail and it came in the cutest skull glass. I want to come back and try all of the things! read more

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I've been to monster vegan several times and I am always impressed with their menu, service, and overall ambience! I went for restaurant week and indulged in four courses of incredible vegan food! Every course was unique, flavor packed, and so impressive! The overall spooky decor is well done and just enough! The staff is always friendly and attentive. If you are new to vegan food, you should this place a try, you will not be disappointed! read more

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So I came here on a weeknight and was seated very quickly. Everyone was welcoming and our server brought us our food and water, acting vert attentively. The entire menu is vegan/veg and so the multitude of options made selecting a dish tricky... but I decided on the General Tso's hoagie. It had faux chicken and deliciously cooked Brussel sprouts on top. There was also vegan cheese and mayo. My favorite part was certainly the Brussel sprouts. We also ordered dessert, and the friend beignet Oreos were like friend Oreos. The meal itself was a bit pricy and gratuity is automatic, but the food proved worth it. Overall, chill vibes inside. Lots of pink neon and 80s music. I've also heard they occasionally play old horror films so that's neat. read more

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This restaurant has a very cool monster theme. It's in the decor and the glassware. Also, it's vegan! I went for the restaurant week menu. Very excited to try the all vegan menu. 1st course was Roasted Grapes and Whipped Ricotta. It was so delicious. The grapes perfectly roasted and ricotta was super creamy. 2nd course Arancini. It had a nice crunch with a long cheese pull. 3rd course General Tso's Cutlet Hoagie. The sandwich had perfectly crispy brussel sprouts tossed in the same wonderful sauce as the chicken. Last course Oreo Beignet Sundae. The fried Oreos paired perfectly with the ice cream. I sat at the bar. All staff was very friendly and welcoming. read more

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Vegan but not heathy, everything is deep fried. Drinks, for the most part, are not handmade but rather premixed in big jugs. Tiki lite, at full tiki prices. Rude staff, ruder bar. Customers video chatting on phones without headphones, are preferred. Expect noise, ignorance and greasy food. I'd leave zero stars if I could. Never gonna go back. read more

Not surprising from the name but they are 100% vegan in meat, cheese and breads. The inside vibe is very cool. It's like a bar/restaurant and 80s cheesy horror flick clashes into 1 place. Very fun cocktails and mocktails to pick from. Food selection isn't huge but ton more vegan options than most places. We arrived at 1:30 on Saturday and were worried it would be busy but it wasn't. It picked up a little as we sat and ate. There only seemed to be 1 staffer working when we arrived but he was attentive and cute!! read more

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Came to Monster Vegan for dinner. The cool, modern interior matched the creative menu! We loved everything we tried: Korean BBQ Wings: 4.5/5 Smoky, sweet, and perfectly sticky. A must-try! Fried Chicken Banh Mi: 4/5 Crisp and flavorful with fresh veggies and a kick of spice. Elvira's Movie Macabre: 4/5 fruity and sweet but a bit too boozy. Highly recommend for plant-based comfort food. Service was attentive and helpful with recommendations. Will be back again when in Philly! read more

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What feels like a million years ago, this used to be Valanni restaurant and bar. The inside is still the same but the vibes are way better now. The bar has a year round 'monster' / spooky season vibe and I'm here for it. Plus everything is vegan and SO tasty. Even most non-vegans won't be able to tell. I love their whipped ricotta and all the sandwiches. This round tried the pasta dishes and they were filling, affordable and delicious. Definitely keep in mind for HH or quick dinner spot if you're in the Gayborhood / Midtown! read more

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This place has so much one the menu for it to be a vegan restaurant! It's monster themed inside, from playing Frankenstein to even their glassware. I got their happy hour special with two half sandwiches- chicken Caesar and the general tso. For my side item I got Caesar salad. You have to get the general tso chicken is you're looking for something saucy, it was so good! I paired my meal with the batsquatch IPA- which was served in a skull glass. read more

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I had really high expectations for Monster Vegan - the menu online looked so delicious and different, and everything was vegetarian (because it was all vegan!). Came here for a late dinner one Saturday evening. Service was pretty quick. The sandwich was tough and chewy and the bread was hard to eat. We did not like this at all. The pasta was pretty good but had a weird taste to it, maybe from the kale or fake bacon. The wings were okay - chewy as they should be but a little too sticky and hard to swallow. The mac & cheese balls were actually very good! I would order these again. Overall, not sure if I would recommend Monster Vegan. I did go again after this with a friend for a quick drink and we did have a lovely orange mocktail at the bar! read more

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What an awesome place! We went here for a double date during restaurant week. I love nothing more than sipping my liquid death tall boy out of a straw. Of course they would have liquid death! Horror movies play. A creepy soundtrack for your dinner. Rob Zombie would love this place. I got the ricotta, meatball, deep fried Oreo and general Tso chicken sandwich. The ricotta was perfectly fluffy and the bread was perfectly toasted. Pear with a glaze was such a nice touch. Everyone else got the crab bisque. I tried a spoonful and it tasted delicious. Still glad I chose what I chose though. The deep fried Oreo was on top of this soft serve ice cream that was like a Dairy Queen soft serve but with less air and more body. It was a perfectly pleasant meal. I honestly can't wait to come back and pick some stuff off the reggie menu. read more

Monster Vegan - Liquid Death Severed Lime 16oz - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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My goodness! Have been here at least two times but hadn't been in a while. The food is so delicious. For those who are skeptical of vegan food, it truly tastes like any good food you have had. Please give it a try!! The nutter butter beignets were chef's kiss. read more

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Saw this place on TikTok and had to check it out. Walked in on a Friday around 5pm and it was decently busy but was able to be seated right away. I love the interior design of this place - the pink neon signs, all the horror movie masks and the comfy booths made the atmosphere spooky but chic. To our surprise it was happy hour!! We enjoyed the pretzels off that menu and a Zombie Beach Party which came in a cute skull glass. At first I thought the drink was too sweet and not enough liquor but by the end of my glass felt a nice buzz. We ended up splitting the argento sandwich but there was quite a few things on the menu that I was interested in trying. The only thing that I didn't love was the Oreo beignet sundae because the Oreo beignets are actually just deep fried Oreos. Oh and sidenote they automatically add 20% gratuity to all tabs. read more

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Food was delicious! My personal favorite was their fried mushroom calamari! Presentation of all our dishes was more than acceptable. Love the vibe of the restaurant too. It's modern and the "Monster-theme" and neon lights made it both whimsical and playful without being cheesy. I wouldn't consider their dishes necessarily healthy (lots of salt and deep fried-goodness), but what I really appreciate is how creative they are with vegan dishes--incorporating opposing textures (soft/crunchy or soft & chewy/crunchy) to achieve the perfect combination of texture and flavor profiles. The service was friendly enough, but I feel they didn't necessarily go out of their way to be overly-friendly, but it wasn't bad either. They might be a little on the pricier side, but totally worth it imo. I will definitely be back! read more

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Dig through the ditches and burn through the witches and stay with my Dragula-Rob Zombie I went to Monster Vegan during a recent trip to Philly. Getting a vegan version of the iconic Philly Cheesesteak was a must & did just that ordering a cheesesteak with shaved seitan, housemade vegan cheese whiz, and fried onions on a baguette. I added lettuce, tomato, and garlic aioli for $1.50. All in all it was quite decent. Longtime vegan Rob Zombie would love it here. Black and white horror films showed on the tele along with heaps of Monster memorabilia including the Werewolf, Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, and many more. Tattooed staff was friendly and provided efficient service. It had a hipster vibe. I found it to be junk food vegan so if that is your thing and you love monster memorabilia come here. Pro tip: Check out certain nights where they show full monster films. Room for improvement: I would bump it to four or five stars if there were more tasty/healthy vegetable options on the menu. I am vegan now 25 years before plant based eating was hip and trendy. I am glad that the movement is becoming more popular and it is here to stay. Add some vegetable forward dishes on the menu that are healthy and would be coming back here sooner than later next time I am in Philly. read more

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Love this vegan Philly spot! Drinks= good! Monster theme is on display inside the restaurant and on the menu! Movies play on the walls. Good for solo, date, and groups. They even host events! Priced right for delicious vegan food. read more

I was greeted by a very warm host and hostess. They quickly seated me and John my server showed up immediately. I ordered the double stacked burger entree and the apple pie with ice cream dessert. The dinner came out within ten minutes and the dessert was out rather quickly too. This restaurant is horror themed, it is a really nice date spot. Not loud, cool decor, the booth was comfortable. The glasses are skulls and they have classic horror scenes playing on screens all around. This place was awesome, I really enjoyed it. 1) everything is vegan 2) everything tasted so good 3) the food came out fast 4) the service was great 5) everyone was very friendly 6) not loud 7) looked like a fancy place 8) wasn't expensive read more

Monster Vegan - Apple pie with ice cream - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I was too greedy to take pics. I had the turban and fries. Soooo good I can't wait to go back! Yummy

LOVE!! Super cute restaurant, great theming and decor. The menu and food are in theme as well. And the tiki drinks in the monster heads are so fab. The entire menu is plant based so I didn't have to ask questions or request modifications (thank you!!). Srsly just so thrilled to have an entire plant based restaurant! Service est compris but that is fine because they make it very clear up front. Plus my server was splendid. Location is wonderful, super inclusive. Just a wonderful experience in total. A MUST DO!! read more

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Absolutely love Monster Vegan! Food is delicious, vibes are immaculate, great service. Stop here every time I'm in Philly! read more

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Decent Vegan food. We visited Monster Vegan on a Wednesday night, and it was mostly empty. The restaurant leans heavily into its movie monster theme with themed drinks and food items. The dining area is given a purple glow by fluorescent lights, and horror movies play on several screens throughout the restaurant. I tried the lifeforce to drink, the exorcist fries as a starter, and the sausage and ziti pasta for a main. My drink was served in a fun skull glass and tasted great. The exorcist fries had a tasty seasoning and were paired with two great dipping sauces. The sausage and ziti pasta was a bit bland with the main flavor coming from the salty "cheese". Overall, I was happy with the ambiance, my drink, and the starter, but I was disappointed with my main at Monster Vegan. read more

I love everything about monster. From the horror-theme to the quick service and delightful food. So many conversation points with the decor and classic/vintage horror movies playing around you. Great tunes. Cannot even tell you how many times I've been here. Most recent two times were extra phenomenal including free dessert for my dad's birthday. SPEAKING OF - my dad always asks to come here. Don't usually take photos but recently had the Barria cheesesteak and loved it so much I went back a second time for it. Hoagi-tini is also a delight. read more

Monster Vegan - Hoagitini - Vegan Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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