Five Spots for Vegan Brunch

With the growth in demand for vegan dining, more local menus feature plant-based dishes these days, and brunch is no exception. Looking for alternatives to eggs and bacon? These area eateries are cooking up some inventive cuisine that's bound to satisfy even the hungriest vegan.

Manatee Cafe - Try the Scrambled Tofu with a variety of vegetables, served with toast and choice of salad, hash browns or grits will hit the spot.
525 S.R. 16 #106 (Westgate Plaza), St. Augustine (904) 826-0210

Uptown Kitchen and Bar - Every good brunch should feature some dishes from the griddle, like these two: Buckwheat Pancakes, served with strawberry compote and French Toast made with gluten-free bread and maple syrup on the side.
1303 North Main Street, Jacksonville (904) 355-0734

Buena Onda Cafe - Try the Lentil and Quinoa Veggie Breakfast Bowl, for a warm, hearty offering of grains, legumes and vegetables.
224 West King Street, St. Augustine (904) 827-4499

Foo Dog Curry Traders - Give the Crispy Jackfruit Nuggets a try: young green jackfruit marinated in house made Moorish-style curry, breaded and fried to a golden brown, served with house made curry ketchup
869 Stockton Street, Jacksonville (904) 551 - 0327

Homespun Kitchen - Try the Hippie Chick, with local tempeh, avocado, spinach, carrots and house made balsamic vinaigrette, neatly served in a whole grain wrap.
299-2 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach (904) 372-4059