Last weekend, I checked out WonderCon at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. This year marked the 25th anniversary of the annual comic book, sci-fi, and popular arts event. (Yes, I’m geeky that way. But not as geeky as the people who dress up in costume and walk around in character. Bless them, they certain make the whole experience that much more interesting.)
Rather than eat the convention center food and wonder about the veganess of it all, I took a short walk over to the Loving Hut located in the food court of the Westfield Shopping Center.
I ordered the Grilled Philly Sandwich – marinated soy protein with BBQ sauce, vegan mayo, tomato and lettuce for $8.95. It was good. The bread is nice, warm and crispy; the insides had a meaty texture with good flavor. It came with a little container of cole slaw which had a nice twang to it and a couple of orange slices.
Since my order was to-go, I got a pager that lights up when the food is ready. But it didn’t take long at all, probably between five to ten minutes. There’s also a small buffet besides the sandwiches and salads on the menu. I actually like this location better than the Loving Hut in Palo Alto. And it’s definitely way better than eating at the convention center.
I feel somewhat ambivalent about Loving Hut… It’s just not my kind of flavor profiles, really. But I like that it’s a vegan “fast food” chain, and not terribly unhealthy, either. That sandwich definitely doesn’t look bad, and I like that it seems nice and toasty/crispy on the outside.
I’ve never been to a Loving Hut. Yet. But that sandwich looks pretty dang tasty!
I like some of the food at Loving Hut — we always get lots of well-cooked veggies there. The last time we ate there, though, we both ended up with mildly upset stomachs. :(
Your sandwich makes me smile since I grew up in Philly, and remember the classic Philly steak sandwiches. It looks good.
I am always amazed by the quality of your pictures. How did you take pictures this good while in a food court? Kudos.
Wow that looks meaty?! love the crusty warm bread roll… we certainly don’t have anything offering a similar vegan option near where I live.
I’m curious… What’s “Philly” about this sandwich?
i’ve never been to a Loving Hut, but i cannot wait to run across one some day. your philly sammie looks awesome in every way!
Thanks everyone for your comments! :-)
Dylan – I didn’t take the photo in the food court, I got my order to-go. The pic was actually taken next to a window with a lot of light.
Vicki – I think it’s suppose to be like or inspired by a Philly steak sandwich.
I like Loving Hut a lot. The whole CULT vibe kinda throws me though(Supreme Master?? yikes!). Other than that I really like their Lemongrass tofu and their mustardy potato salad.
Never tried this “philly” before, but I have had the philly from Herbivore which is AMAZING.
I suppose it bares a slight resemblance to a Philly steak, but I rarely see one without cheese. I realize it’s a vegan place, though. It was the BBQ sauce and mayo really threw me.
I meant to say “bears a slight resemblance…”
We have a Loving Hut right down the street from where I live. Ever since it was built last summer, I have gone multiple times a month. There is a wide variety of vegan food, and all the things I have tried are delicious. It’s great to see vegan/vegetarian food is spreading further everyday!
LH has good lunches, I go to the one in LA pretty often.