More Veganisms...

I've been living with a pseudo-vegan (she still eats fish) for at least a decade now (okay, I've been living with her for almost two decades, but she's been vegan for half that). So I know all about the hassles that Vegans go through to eat out. It's a treat to find a restaurant that doesn't require menu 'tweaks'; and there are a few such in Anchorage.

First up on today's post - BearTooth Theater/Pub/Grill/Cafe. Anyone who has lived in Anchorage for more than a month should know all about BearTooth, so I won't go into too much detail here. For those who may not know, or for my out-of-state myspace friends, BearTooth is basically a brewpub movie theater that plays films that are almost old enough to be released on video. The cover is cheap ($3) and the food is reasonable too. The theater has two restaurants attached. A cafe featuring gourmet Mexican fare and pizza; and a slightly more upscale (but still casual) grill with an eclectic menu featuring burgers, seafood, salads and more.

So, my wannabee pseudo-vegans, if you're ordering on the cafe side, here are a few menu items: Pure vegan: The Moo Shu Veggie Wrap. And pseudo-vegan: Shrimp 'n Lime Tacos. And, requiring a slight tweak: the Seared Salmon Burrito (just say 'minus dairy'). They also have a baked veggie sandwich (hold the cheese).

On the grill-side: Pure vegan: the Portobello Mushroom Sandwich. For the pseudo: All kinds of stuff. Beer Battered Mushrooms, Ahi Tuna, Blackened Halibut and a variety of salads. Again, watch for dairy.

Prices range from about eight bucks on the cafe side to ten or fifteen at the grill. If you're there to see a movie, both restaurants will deliver food to your table in the theater. Just order at the counter.