Top 3 Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants in Baltimore, Maryland

About two years ago, I decided to adopt a vegan diet and, never being one to cook much for myself, I set out to find restaurants that served decent vegan food in Baltimore, Maryland. Although I have found that a lot of the restaurants in the city don't have much to offer in terms of vegetable-based dishes, here is my list of my favorite three vegetarian/vegan restaurants in Baltimore:

The Yabba Pot, 771 Washington Blvd., Baltimore - The Yabba Pot is Baltimore's only completely vegan restaurant and is home to some of the best vegan "soul food" that you'll ever have. From traditional offerings like vegan mac-and-cheese and mock meat citrus ribs to more contemporary offerings like seaweed salad, The Yabba Pot has something for everyone's tastes. Quaint tables with artwork and an eclectic mix of music add to the decidedly "hippie" atmosphere of the restaurant, but if you're vegetarian or vegan and you end up in Baltimore, you need to check this place out.

One World Café, 100 West University Parkway, Baltimore - Voted best vegetarian restaurant by Baltimore's City Paper, this café is frequented by college students and professors alike. One World offers a complete espresso bar, liquor bar, and full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. They offer both vegetarian and vegan options, and all of this information is conveniently located on the menu to help diners make informed decision. Some of my favorite items at this restaurant are the PB&J sandwich, the vegan chili, and the 'Not-Dog' vegan hot dog. The staff is always friendly and they are open late, especially on the weekends.