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Vegetarian Chinese food in Monterey Park. Pretty good overall, though some dishes were better than others (My favorites were all deep-fried). They're big into the fake-meat meat thing, fake fish, fake squid, fake chicken, fake pork... I reccomend ordering the all-you-can-eat, a great way to try a bunch of different dishes.
pita pita: Just east of Lake Ave. on Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena. Their falafel is to die for, the best I've had, and at $3.95 their falafel wrap is a steal. The veggie combo plate is good too, though large enough to feed you and your neighbor too.
luna tierra sol: www.lunatierrasol.com a great veggie restaurant in los angeles complete with a punk shop and lefty magazines to read while you wait.
orean health express: On north Lake Ave. in Pasadena, this drive-through is totally vegan. The food is good though very messy. I reccomend the vegan cookies too. The shakes are awesome, though a little bit big to finish, and be careful the chai-flavored shake doesn't may keep you awake, tossing and turning, all night.
the good earth: North of Colorado Blvd. on Rosemead Blvd. in Pasadena. The food is okay but not all that imaginative. Very good herbal iced tea!

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