Now and Zen Bistro and Bakery Scrumptious vegan goodies and weekly entertainment are combined in this quaint cafˇ. Not only does it offer such tasty entrees as filet of "soul" and zen kabobs, and breakfast platters that include tofu eggs, imitation bacon, homefries, and blueberry pancakes, but Now and Zen tops it off with a summer jazz and speaker series.

Average entrees $11, brunch $6.50. Delivery. Takeout. Tues., Thurs., Sun.,
5:30-9:30 p.m.;
Wed., 5:30-10 p.m.
for dinner with jazz;
Fri.-Sat., 5:30-10:30 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.;
Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,
1826 Buchanan @ Sutter
922-9696.

This entirely vegan joint offers classy, inexpensive eating in an earthy ambiance complete with a singing guitar player. The vegan lasagna, char-broiled veggies, raspberry teasecake (no cheese involved), and assorted fresh veggie and fruit juices will keep you coming back until you've tried the entire menu at least once.

All entrees under $8, sandwiches $3-$6. Takeout. Daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.,
983 Valencia @ 21st St.
826-5657

Valentine's Cafe Offering South American, Mexican, south Indian, Thai, Chinese, and Japanese dishes, this eclectic menu offers a world of vegan options.

entrees include a smoked tofu and poblano tamale, Malay-style green curry, and a Middle Eastern-style veggie burger. It's a tour de tastes in vegan eating.

Average entree $10, brunch $6.50. Delivery. Takeout. Mon.-Fri., 6-9:30 p.m.;
Sat.-Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,
6-10 p.m.,
1793 Church @ 30th St.
285-2257