Vegan Street Fair Los Angeles is the largest single-day vegan event in the world, and it is descending upon North Hollywood this Sunday, March 25. Well over one hundred vendors will line the street of Chandler Blvd., spanning multiple city blocks, to offer vegan eats to thousands of attendees. From $4 bites to infant-sized vegan burritos, this fourth annual street fair will have something for everyone.
The founder, Jessica Schoech, initiated this free event so people could “eat all the vegan things” at one location. She also thinks of it as a tool to plant the vegan seed in the minds of non-vegans. She hopes to change people’s perceptions about veganism by enticing them with good vibes, a fun atmosphere, and great food.
Now in its fourth year, Vegan Street Fair has exploded into a wildly popular event, both among attendees and vendors. Due to the somewhat overwhelming number of food options, deciding what to eat can be daunting. Pack Tupperware, bring friends and divide and conquer. Here are the 27 not-to-miss menu items lined up for this Sunday.
27 Things You Need to Eat at LA’s Vegan Street Fair
1.Vegan Ropa Vieja by SENOREATA
Made with jackfruit, sliced onions, red and green bell peppers, olives, tomatoes, and red wine, even your tia won’t miss the pork.
2. CBD SUPERFOOD BROWNIE SANDWICH BY CHARLIE’S BROWNIES
Try the new CBD-infused superfood brownie with creamy vanilla ice cream, or opt for a classic BrownieMan sundae with all the toppings.
3. CENA GRAB & GO
Don’t have time for the hour-plus line at Cena? Swing by the new Grab & Go Booth to pick up your favorite burrito or nacho boat. Those who like to customize can visit Cena’s second booth to order their burrito just how they like it.
4. UNICORN RICE CRISPY TREAT ICE CREAM SAMMY BY COCOBELLA CREAMERY
The unicorn trend is alive and well. Your choice of ice cream gets sandwiched between two pink Rice Crispy Treat pieces topped with rainbow sprinkles. (Go for the unicorn ice cream).
5. RED CURRY CHEESE NACHOS BY PLANT ALCHEMY
You’ve never had nachos like this before.
6. MAC & CHEESE BY AVOCADAMAMA
New vendor alert! Order the Curry Mac, Taco Jalapeno, or OG Mac.
7. BOLIVIAN VEGAN PIES BY SALTENA CORNER
This is not an empanada. It’s a Saltena. And it’s delicious.
8. AL’S SPECIAL BURRITO BY VEGATINOS
Inspired by co-owner, Alex, this massive burrito has three kinds of plant-based meat. Why choose when you can have it all?
9. JACKFRUIT CHILI CHEESE FRIES BY FRIED OUT
Not just fries – artisan fries.
10. SOUL FOOD BY FOOD ART BY LAUREN
You’ve never seen fried food look this pretty.
11. UNICORN AND MERMAID DONUTS BY KARMA BAKER
Gluten-free vegan magic, in donut form.
12. PUPUSAS BY MAMA’S INTERNATIONAL TAMALES
Yes. Pupusas from the tamale lady. Just trust us.
13. VEGAN MACARONS BY VEGARON
It’s a macaron, not macaroon. These aren’t sweet coconut mounds dipped in chocolate, they’re delicate crispy-yet-pillowy cookies sandwiched together with a silky smooth layer of cream. C’est Bon!
14. GOLDEN CLOUD BY GOLDEN CLOUDS
What’s a golden cloud? It’s a savory chickpea “pillow” topped with chutneys, pomegranate seeds, and coconut served on a bed of coconut whip. The vendor also serves Chai Sparkles with edible silver, in keeping with the unicorn trend.
15. FUNNEL CAKE SUNDAE BY SCANDYLOUS DELIGHTS
More unicorn, please! Get your funnel cake topped with vegan vanilla ice cream and sprinkles for a magical experience.
16. COTTON CANDY BY GET FLUFFED UP
When was the last time you had cotton candy? Don’t miss your chance.
17. PLANTAIN ALL THE WAY BOWL BY THE RICANS FOOD LA
Get a taste of the islands with a satisfying bowl of grilled plantains, mofongos, and tostones.
18. PUERTO RICAN FOOD BY OM SABOR
Eat your fill of tamales, pupusas, and vegan avocado shrimp cocktail by this San Francisco, Puerto Rican-themed pop-up.
19. RAINBOW UNICORN WAFFLE ICE CREAM SAMMY BY STONER GIRL TREATS & EATS
Eat the rainbow.
20. TRICKED OUT PB&J SANDWICH BY PBJ.LA
Arguably the best nut butter sandwich you’ll ever have. They even cut the crusts off for you.
21. PAN DULCE BY VEGAN BY VICTORIA’S
Get your Mexican sweet treat fill with traditional conchas, tres leches, and other pan dulce.
22. CAJUN SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN & APPLE WOOD-FIRED RIBS BY VEGANATION
For the omnivore friend you dragged along.
23. GOATLESS GOAT CHEESE BY YVONNE’S VEGAN KITCHEN
Take this home with you and savor with a glass of vegan red wine.
24. COCKTAIL CUPCAKES BY BABY LOVE SWEETERY
Be sure to check out the beer garden for two cocktail-flavored cupcakes.
25. COMFORT FOOD BY COMPTON VEGAN
Owner, Lemel Durrah, is on a mission to “make trying vegan food as easy as possible.” Jambalaya, cornbread, jackfruit ribs, potato salad…you can’t go wrong.
26. SPICY WINGS BY THESE WINGZ
This Chicago-based family business wants to help non-vegans make the transition to the lifestyle, “one Vegan wing at a time.”
27. NASHVILLE HOT SHROOMS BY DONNA JEAN
Donna Jean has been open for just over a year, but these shrooms are already famous. They are the vegan answer to the national hot chicken craze. The hype is real.
Image Credit: Vegan Fat Kid.
