Virtuous Pie is a
vegan-friendly
pizzeria with multiple locations. The Kim Jack has
kimchi and
jackfruit. Inspired by the
Netflix series Stranger Things, the Stranger Wings has buffalo cauliflower with a blue cheese sauce.[3][4] Ice cream, made from a coconut and/or cashew base,[5][6] is available as a
sandwich, scoop,
sundae, or waffle cone, or as
affogato. The drink menu includes beers, ciders, cold brew,
kombucha, and wines.[7]
The 1,700 square feet (160 m2) restaurant in Portland seats 38.[8] The space has a coffee bar.[9]
History
The business was established in 2015. Jim Vesal and Lia Loukas are co-owners; Vesal also serves as executive chef.[10] A second location opened in on Division Street in
southeast Portland's
Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood, in 2017.[7] The menu was expanded in 2018.[11]
Reception
Virtuous Pie was named Vegetarian/Vegan Restaurant of the Year by Eater Portland in 2017.[12] Waz Wu included the pizzeria in the website's 2021 overview of "Where to Find Knockout Vegan Pizza in Portland".[13] Alex Frane included the restaurant in
Thrillist's 2020 list of "The Absolute Best Pizza in Portland".[14]Vancouver Magazine included Virtuous Pie in a 2021 list of the city's best vegetarian restaurants.[15]
^Mckenzie, Kevin Hinton & Ryan (17 November 2021).
"Vancouver Magazine". Vancouver Magazine.
Archived from the original on 2021-12-08. Retrieved 2022-01-15.