PHOTOGRAPHY:( TOP LEFT) COURTESY OF PLANT CITY;( TOP RIGHT) EMILY RIETZEL;( BOTTOM) JAMIE COELHO.

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JULIAN’ S AND PIZZA J, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Julian’ s was one of the first on the scene to begin catering to vegans three decades ago with brunch options like vegan French toast, gluten-free waffles with fruit and a tofu scramble. Sister restaurant Pizza J followed suit with a whole restaurant dedicated to pies and will substitute vegan cheese or a gluten-free crust for any pizza. ON THE MENU: The vegan steak and cheese at Julian’ s, made with house seitan, mushrooms, caramelized onions, pepper and vegan“ whiz” on a sub roll, or the Great Beyonder vegan burger; the Tony Clifton at Pizza J— a white pie with herbed ricotta, mozzarella, potatoes and roasted red peppers. juliansprovidence. com; pizzajprovidence. com

VEGGIE FUN, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Vegans get the short end of the stick at most Chinese restaurants, where steamed vegetables and plain rice are often the only options that are truly vegan. Veggie Fun is a Chinese restaurant where traditional favorites are all made plant based. ON THE MENU: General Tso’ s chicken fans can try the seitan version with soy protein fried in a spicy sauce. Spring rolls come in a sampler of soft and crunchy rolled vegetable-stuffed bites, and the Malaysian curry stew doesn’ t mess around with broccoli, carrots, potatoes and soy protein. veggiefunri. com

TORI TOMO, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Traditional Japanese and innovative dishes. ON THE MENU: Any of the ramen bowls( gluten-free noodles are available), which include spinach and bean sprouts and are topped with scallions. The Yaki Udon stir-fried noodle bowl also stirs up broccoli, spinach, mushrooms and bean sprouts with tofu and spicy sesame hoisin sauce. toritomopvd. com

PIANTA, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Coming from a big Italian family, Michelle Politano took traditional recipes and adapted them to fit a plant-based diet for

better health benefits without losing the taste of childhood. The restaurant is also gluten- and nut-free, as cheeses are coconut oil-based. ON THE MENU: The crispy Brussels sprouts as a starter before indulging in the lentil Bolognese. piantaveganrestaurant. com

PROVIDENCE VEGAN DELI, PROVIDENCE VIBE: A casual vegan deli slinging foot-long seitan sandwiches and sides. ON THE MENU: The Sham and Cheese made with vegan ham, the Vera meatball sub packed with minced seitan, breadcrumbs and tomato paste, and the Frank Italian Grinder with three housemade seitan flavors and dairy-free provolone cheese. Bring home a pack of mini meatballs to cook and dip in your sauce of choice. providencevegandeli. com

GARDEN GRILLE, PAWTUCKET VIBE: Step right into this garden oasis for a light and delicious bite to eat. ON THE MENU: For a meal without the guilt, the famous butternut squash quesadilla. Craving your five-a-day all in one bowl? Veer toward the salads, including Reggie’ s Raw Heaven or the baby kale Caesar salad. Don’ t forget vegan dessert at Wildflour Bakery, located right next door. gardengrilleri. com

BLACKIE’ S, SMITHFIELD VIBE: Blackie’ s appeals to all eaters, whether it’ s carnivores after a juicy burger or steak, indulgent omnivores, people with food allergies and plant-based eaters looking for indulgent feasts. ON THE MENU: Plant-based eaters will enjoy the vegan nachos with dairy-free queso, guac, salsa verde and dairy-free sour cream. Guests can completely customize their meals by choosing their preferred protein and veggies, including selections like a veggie burger patty, mukimame, vegan kimchi and much more. eatatblackies. com

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BASIL & BUNNY, BRISTOL VIBE: What began as Lyslie Smith’ s blog and Instagram feed is now a standalone shop for her fast-food vegan remixes. Basil & Bunny offers irresistible options that are more than just“ rabbit food,” making it approachable to all. ON THE MENU: Get your hands on one of the burgers, including the Bunny Mak made with two all-bean patties in a double decker sesame seed bun. basilandbunny. com

Garden Grille in Pawtucket.