Frequently
Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about how to participate in Philly Vegan Restaurant Week - whether you're a diner or a restaurant/caterer!
FOR DINERS
How will I know who is participating and what they'll offer?
We will post the names of all participating businesses and their menus on our website in the weeks leading up to PVRW.
We will also note meals offered (breakfast, lunch and/or dinner) and if there will be gluten-free (GF) options.
And yes, there will be a map!
How do I let the restaurant know I'm there for PVRW?
The businesses should have their PVRW menus and items listed for display at their establishments. Their staff should also make you aware.
Please note that a participating restaurant is one they signed up and received confirmation from the PVRW team. They should also note the amount of their donation percentage and/or where the donation is going. For Spring 2023, it is Philly Food Rescue.
The participating restaurant also will be listed on our website and social media at @phillyveganrestaurantweek!
I'll be out of town! How can I support?
We’re sorry we’ll miss you! Thanks for the support!
You can still make a donation directly to Juntos at www.vamosjuntos.com. Just let them know it’s a donation via PVRW in the notes!
Please also share our posts via your social media platforms.
You can also give love to the PVRW restaurants year-round - many keep their vegan items on their menus if there's a high demand for them!
We hope you can join us for our future events!
FOR RESTAURANTS/CATERERS
Who runs Philly Vegan Restaurant Week?
PVRW is fully volunteer-run and operated. The event was founded in 2018 by Nicole Koedyker with the support of our great team of like-minded organizers. We are a fully volunteer-led event - we just love vegan food and Philadelphia!
We’ve been able to raise hundreds of dollars for various non-profits & food businesses since we started!
Does my business have to be all vegan to participate?
No! Most of our past participants offered amazing vegan options! Vegan means items that do not contain any animal-sourced ingredients/garnishes. They must also NOT include honey.
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We will ask you to share your proposed menu in advance. As long as your options are vegan, we’d love to have you!
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Feel free to reach out to our team if you have questions about how to veganize a dish!
What if my business doesn't operate all days of PVRW?
Do not change your hours of operation for us! We’ll ask you for your schedule when you sign up! This will include which meals you’ll be able to offer to diners.
If you can only do one or two days, still sign up. We can work with you to plan a special event or offering that fits your operations
Do I need to offer a vegan dish for all meals?
No! It’s based on your operations. If you don’t offer breakfast normally, you don’t have to! If you’re open for lunch and dinner, but only want to offer dinner, that’s fine too! It’s really about what works for you and your team.
Do I need to take reservations?
No. We only ask that you clearly have the PVRW menu and items visible to customers to make them aware of the event.
I'm a caterer, but don't have my own storefront. May I still participate?
Yes, if you work out of a commercial kitchen and can make arrangements for customers to receive orders.
Does it cost money to participate in PVRW?
Instead of a fee to participate, we ask that you donate what you can to the nonprofit we've selected for the season. Fundraising is important to our event because we are very much rooted in community support and partnership. More details on how to donate will be shared when you complete the participation form.
PVRW takes $0 of the donation. All proceeds will go to the designated beneficiary of the event.
How do I spread the word?
PVRW will provide marketing digital materials and guidelines to all participants. Because the costs of printing have increased, we will be limited on the number of paper marketing tools (posters, postcards, etc.) to those who request, if the number allows.