The Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge has wrapped up, and the winning chefs were presented awards at a ceremony on November 19th at Erin’s Pavillion.
Winners were chosen by Springfield residents who dined at the participating restaurants during the Challenge.
Around 350 people voted for various chefs and dishes, and there were also 19 “super voters,” diners who ate at four or more Vegan Chef Challenge restaurants during the month of October.
Voters were vegan, vegetarian, and meat-eaters.
Organizers of the challenge say vegans want more options, and restaurants want more customers, making the challenge a win-win.
The event was hosted by Vegan Outreach, a non-profit aimed at curbing the consumption of meat.
AWARD LIST
Most Voted #1 / Best Overall Menu: Roots Latin Grill
Most Voted #2 / Best Entrée – Tostadas: La Fiesta Chatham
Most Voted #3 / I Can’t Believe This is Vegan – Flapjacks: Three Twigs & Co
Best Veganized Dish: Legacy Pointe Eatery
Best Value & Best Customer Service: Pita or Bowl
Most Enthusiastic Chef: Good Decisions
Best Vegan Date Night & Appetizer: Luminary Kitchen & Provisions
Best Overall Dessert: Food Fantasies
Most Healthy Options: Wellthy Juice Co.
Best Appetizer: Travelers Kitchen
Best Lunch Sandwich: Toasty Subs
Best Specialty Drink: The Wakery
Best Seasonal Dessert: Beelzebunz
Best Veggie Plate: Ugly Restaurant & Bar
Best New Indian Restaurant: Jaalsa
Hidden Gem Award: Flavor of India
Best Kid-Friendly Menu: Sabores
Featured Participating Venue: The Taco Joint
Featured Participating Venue: La Fiesta Grande