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New England for Vegetarians

Here's your guide to restaurants, inns and other establishments that cater to vegetarians in all six New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Plus, vegetarian recipes and cookbooks from New England.

Claire's Corner Copia: A Vegetarian Haven

Claire's Corner Copia, a restaurant in New Haven, Connecticut, has been a vegetarian's delight since 1975.

Top 3 Vegetarian Cookbooks by Claire Criscuolo

Claire's Corner Copia in New Haven, Connecticut, has been a vegetarian's delight since 1975. Owned by Frank and Claire Criscuolo, it features eclectic vegetarian cuisine that will appeal even to non-vegetarians. Claire is also a cookbook author, so if you're in search of some new vegetarian recipes, you won't go wrong with any of these collections of her inspired culinary creations.

Bloodroot

This feminist, vegetarian restaurant in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been serving gourmet vegetarian fare for more than 30 years. On a nice day, enjoy outdoor patio dining overlooking Long Island Sound. Take-out is available, and there is also a feminist bookstore on-site.

Boston Vegetarian Society

This Boston-based organization hosts several special events during the year including an annual Boston Vegetarian Food Festival each fall.

The Essex

This 120-room inn located near Burlington in Essex, Vermont, is privileged to be home to Chef Instructors and Student Chefs from the New England Culinary Institute. Menus at the inn's Butler's Restaurant feature many vegetarian selections.

The Gathering Inn at Hancock

Centrally located in the Green Mountains of Hancock, Vermont, this inn offers lodging with dining options for vegans, vegetarians and omnivores: all with a focus on locally grown and produced ingredients. Formerly the Sweet Onion Inn, new owners Tim Bennett, Kathleen Byrne and Sally Erickson state their mission as: "to provide healthy, nurturing shelter and sustenance of all kinds for guests."

It's Only Natural Restaurant

Located in Middletown, Connecticut, Chef/Owner Mark Shadle's vegetarian restaurant and catering business has received multiple accolades for its cuisine.

Grasshopper Vegetarian Restaurant

This vegan restaurant in Boston specializes in Vietnamese and Chinese vegetarian cuisine. Here is basic information from Veg Dining, along with a selection of reviews.

Northern Connecticut Vegetarian Society

This group offers events such as potluck vegetarian dinners; check their upcoming schedule of gatherings online.

Providence Vegetarian Restaurants

Find vegetarian-friendly restaurants in the Greater Providence, Rhode Island, area with the help of HappyCow's Vegetarian Guide.

Shady Hollow Inn

This lodging establishment claims to be Cape Cod's only fully vegetarian bed & breakfast inn. The 1839 sea captain's house turned inn is centrally located in South Dennis. Vegan and other special diets are accommodated.

T.J. Scallywaggle's Vegan House of Pizza and Subs

Located in the Boston suburb of Allston, this restaurant serves vegan pizzas, vegan subs and more.

Vegetarian Dining in Vermont

From the Vermont Vegetarian Society, here is a quick guide to vegetarian-friendly restaurants statewide.
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