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Welcome to Vegefarm @ San Francisco

Vegefarm @ San Francisco is a vibrant grocery store located at 2024 Irving St., catering to the city's vegetarian and vegan community. Founded by a committed owner transitioning to a more plant-based lifestyle, the store specializes in a diverse range of Taiwanese vegetarian products, including mock meats and seasonal delicacies like handmade dumplings. Customers are delighted by the extensive selection of frozen proteins and plant-based substitutes that allow for easy meal preparation. With a reputation for exceptional quality, friendly service, and affordable prices, Vegefarm stands out as a beloved hub for those seeking healthy, flavorful alternatives to traditional meat dishes in the Bay Area.

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Welcome to Vegefarm @ San Francisco, a delightful oasis for vegetarian and vegan food lovers nestled in the heart of the Sunset District at 2024 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122. This charming grocery store stands out for its extensive selection of Asian vegetarian products, making it a treasure trove for those seeking authentic Taiwanese flavors and innovative meat substitutes.

As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I couldn’t help but get excited while exploring Vegefarm's vibrant aisles. Here, you will discover an impressive array of vegetarian proteins, including mock chicken, imitation pork, and even vegan fish tofu. Whether you’re looking to replicate a beloved family recipe or trying something new, the store's diverse inventory will spark your culinary creativity.

  • Customer Favorites: Many patrons rave about the vegetarian chicken and the astonishing flavor of their products. One enthusiastic customer, Melody L., shared that her family has endorsed Vegefarm’s offerings for years. She found joy in discovering a neighborhood store that stocks her childhood favorites.
  • Quality Ingredients: With a strong emphasis on quality, Vegefarm sources all its products from Taiwan, where health standards are notably high. This ensures that you enjoy not only delicious but also wholesome alternatives.
  • Helpful Staff: The owner and staff are heavenly! They not only assist you in navigating the aisles but are passionate about vegetarianism. Their commitment to the healthy lifestyle, despite not being vegetarians themselves, resonates deeply with customers. Many reviews highlight the staff’s willingness to provide recommendations and even share samples of their favorites.
  • A Seasonal Rotation: The inventory at Vegefarm is ever-changing, reflecting the seasons and availability. Customers often urge you to grab your favorites quickly, as certain items might not return for some time.

The atmosphere inside Vegefarm is clean and inviting, further encouraging exploration. From the cheerful displays of vibrant produce to the enticing scent of ready-to-eat meal options in the freezer, every visit promises a new adventure. The feedback from the community has been extraordinarily positive. Robin G. exclaimed, “The food here is AMAZING,” which perfectly encapsulates the general sentiment.

I can personally vouch for the deliciousness of the imitation pork floss, which adds a delightful twist to simple dishes. In addition, the dumplings and pre-seasoned proteins make for quick and satisfying meals, easily prepared for those busy weeknights.

If you’re in San Francisco and looking for a place that truly caters to vegetarian diets without sacrificing flavor, Vegefarm @ San Francisco is your go-to destination. With affordability, quality, and an endless variety, this grocery store is a beacon of hope for those transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle or seeking new culinary experiences.

For any questions or to plan your visit, give them a call at (415) 504-6199. I wholeheartedly encourage you to support this remarkable gem that’s fostering a vibrant vegetarian culture in the heart of the city. Your taste buds will thank you!

START YOUR REVIEW OF Vegefarm @ San Francisco
Melody L.
Melody L.

Love Vegefarm -- my mom has been cooking with their products since I was a kid and I was so excited to find out that they had a store in SF. It's difficult finding good, Asian vegetarian products if you're in the city (unless you have a car and can go to 99 ranch or elsewhere in the Bay) so this place is a huge blessing. They have all kinds of Taiwanese-vegetarian goods and soy products, as well as dumplings and zhong zhi depending on the season! The inventory varies a lot, I think depending on what they can import, so if I see something I like I just grab it first in case it's not there the next time. The owner is super lovely -- not vegetarian herself but is trying to adopt a more vegetarian diet, so I really respect that she runs a store catered to just vegetarians! Really putting her money where her mouth is. Really happy and grateful for this business so I hope it continues to stay for the long term .

Robin G.
Robin G.

The food here is AMAZING. The best vegetarian chicken I have ever had- and I'm not vegetarian, but I'm inching closer because of this place! Prices are fair and the customer service is great.

Z L.
Z L.

Clean and brightly lit vegetarian/vegan grocery store in the Sunset. I've never seen as large of a selection of vegetarian meat substitutes elsewhere. You know when you're walking in the aisles of a traditional Asian supermarket, like 99 Ranch or the 25th Ave supermarket, and the meat substitutes make up 1-1.5 freezers worth of goods, if that? They've got multiple freezers here, from chest freezers of bulk proteins, to smaller portions of both pre-seasoned and unflavored proteins. As far as I remember, they don't have more Western foods like "chick'n nuggets" or veggie burgers. The prices are super reasonable here too! A 1lb bag of mock beef ran me around 12 bucks and can be used to make around four stir fries or a large batch of stew. They've got so many options under ten bucks so that you can substitute your usual proteins with the vegan form without significantly altering your budget. The person working there is nice and helpful as well, and speaks English. I'm so happy that they're in this area because where else can you find such a well-stocked selection?! Now you can replicate your favorite dishes at home.

Cam L.
Cam L.

Nice store with faux meat options. Vegan fish tofu is a nice option- texture is similar to regular fish balls. Easy to pan fry and prepare with whichever seasonings and marinades. Imitation pork floss is tasty with white rice.

Shane S.
Shane S.

Vegefarm offers many faux and mock meat options in a pure veg natural food store in the Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco. Many options in the refrigerator and in the freezer including veg sausage, vegan fish, imitation bacon, corn soup, and fresh homemade veggie dumplings that are frozen ready to be heated up by simply boiling or steaming them. Recommended to check out if in the neighborhood.

Dawn B.
Dawn B.

Perhaps one of the most veggie-friendly grocery finds in the Bay Area. For those looking to swap out meat for a vegetarian or vegan alternative, this is the place for you. They have vegetarian Taiwanese chicken, Thai chicken, "beef" balls for hot pot, mock shrimp, and so much more. We always visit VegeFarm to find meat replacements for hot pot, curry puffs, soups, and salads. The taste and texture are really nice and fit with the spirit of any dish we're trying to recreate. Also, the pricing is reasonable. For example, we got six vegetarian mock meat products for about $35 dollars. For two to three people, that could allow for four to eight servings of soup or salad per bag. We also turn the beef balls into ground meatless meat, which is enough to fill about 40 curry puffs (per bag). The staff here are very helpful and will share product recommendations too.

Lisa X.
Lisa X.

This is my 100th review, so I wanted to review somewhere special. I thought about another place that is special to me, but that can be viewed as a bit morbid, especially right now, so off I go on reviewing VegeFarm, a vegan market specializing in meat substitute. I brought some meat substitute from VegeFarm months ago. We tried it and thought it was good, but then I kind of forgot about this other bag, eventually with time, it got tucked into the back of the freezer. When this whole shelter in place began, I started thinking about what kind of food we would actually eat. I don't want to buy a lot of (insert food you barely eat), but I also don't want this to be an excuse to stock up on junk food, though a little guilty pleasure (chocolate) is never really a bad thing. :) So while cleaning out the fridge and freezer, I came upon a bag of vegan fish tofu. Okay!?! What was I thinking when I brought this? We stocked up our supplies from a few different markets, but put this bag near the front of the freezer so I will remember to cook it. Tonight, I pan fried the frozen tofu to perfection. Added in some julienned carrots and green beans, cooked some rice to go with it, dinner is ready. The vegan fish tofu tasted delicious. Kind of silky and tasted very much like a fish ball. I'm really thankful for this delicious and healthy meal, and would definitely shop here again once this shelter in place ban is lifted.

Michelle M.
Michelle M.

I'm a vegetarian and this store is my crack. It is a small scale store, compared to Safeway, but they sell what I'd like to eat. Lots of frozen veggie meats. Meat jerky like snacks. Veggie oyster sauce for cooking. It is all Taiwanese style vegetarian food, but as my friend said, Asia does a much better job at flavoring vegetarian fake meat than America does. I'd have to kind of agree. Okay just recently the Impossible Burger came out, but before that, everything tasted so bleh. Next time I go here, I plan to bring my cooler with some ice packs, because I don't live in SF and need to make sure my food holds.

Nanana A.
Nanana A.

There was an article in SF Gate and mentioned this store. A SUPER great find to purchase alternative meat options and healthy products for people who are looking to eat less meat and are vegetarian. The owner is super nice and helpful and offered samples and gave recommendations...all of which I purchased. I tried a sample of his soup stew which he added fish tofu and lamb. The soup was very tasty and I really liked the fish tofu. The selection of frozen products offers quite a large variety, and the owner helped with some favorites of many customers. I have already tried some of the products at home and here's my review. Vegan Fish Tofu A+ the texture and flavor was fresh and delicious when I added to my buckwheat soba noodles. Vege Ribbon Fish A+ the flavor of fish was a surprise and it was wrapped in a thin layer of seaweed, great texture and delicious when I added to my Korean black bean noodle package (Paldo Jjajangmen - see photo). Vege Buffalo Wings A- the texture was similar to a chicken nugget, but much better and great when I cut it up and added to my chow mein noodles made fresh with baby bok choy, char siu, and onions. I would recommend this store for the variety and quality products offered and the owner was very pleasant.

Tiffany H.
Tiffany H.

What a unique gem! This business sells all sorts of delicious vegetarian and vegan meat substitutes as well as dried snacks and noodles (think ramen but way better). Originally a wholesale store in SJ, VegeFarm has since expanded to provide products directly to consumers. We were extremely impressed with the selection and were very glad to see that all products are from Taiwan (which typically has higher health standards than China). Some standouts include the mushroom and soy-based "minced pork sauce" (add it over rice with a hard boiled egg cooked in soy sauce for a vegetarian take on a classic Taiwanese dish) and the "spicy buffalo wings." Although the latter actually didn't taste like buffalo wings at all, it was delicious--almost like a fried chicken nugget with a peppery kick. As the other reviewer noted, a lot of the products would be great for hot pot!