Jyoti Bihanga, A Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant in San Diego

San Diego Vegetarian Restaurant

Jyoti Bihanga- A Taste Bud’s Delight
Article written by Michelle Valenti

At Jyoti Bihanga you will experience some of the most delectable meals in San Diego. Although it is a purely vegetarian restaurant, hearty meat-lovers have been known to return regularly with cravings that will not subside. The dishes at Jyoti Bihanga are what vegetarians have in mind when they say meat-eaters don’t know what they are missing. Entrees such as the Shiva Wrap and the widely popular Neatloaf contain a combination of flavors that tango with your taste buds and leave you wishing it were appropriate to lick your plate.

Jyoti Bihanga is owned and operated by students who sought to create a space that would exude the spirituality of their teacher, Sri Chinmoy. The bright baby blue walls are decorated with art that sings peace and there is no evidence of chaos or disorder from the world. Somehow, when you enter Jyoti Bihanga, concerns and preoccupations cease momentarily to exist. Your attention is wholly focused on the sanctity of a complete and nourishing meal, from the Portabella Mushroom Quesadilla, all the way to the Vegan Apple Pie dessert.

Whether you find yourself strolling through Hillcrest or on the other side of town; whether you are a strict vegetarian or a stubborn carnivore; whether you are five or eighty-five, Jyoti Bihanga is worth the trip. They are usually open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am-9pm and on Wednesdays from 11am-3pm. They do close for special events throughout the year, so be sure to check their website or call for a calendar of these dates. Enjoy the experience.