One of my favourite restaurants! The portions are massive, the food is delicious, and the service is always wonderful. I'm not vegan, but Chickpea makes me crave vegan dishes. We got the hummus plates, one with falafel and the other with lion's mane steak. Both were super flavourful and well seasoned. We also ordered the apex burger that's stuffed with "mozzarella", BBQ sauce, vegan bacon, and onion rings. read more

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I love this restaurant and have never had an experience here that made me want to leave a negative review, but last night came very close. We came in around 9:00 PM, ordered quite a bit of food, and were enjoying our meal as usual. Around 9:45 PM, our server approached us with takeout boxes and told us we needed to be out in four minutes because they closed at 10:00 PM and she doesn't get paid after that. I understand wanting to leave on time and be compensated fairly for your work, but at that point there were still 15 minutes left before closing. Even after I pointed out the time, we continued to feel rushed throughout the remainder of our meal. As someone who has worked in the service industry for over 10 years, I could never imagine treating guests this way. I completely understand that staff want to finish their shifts and go home, but that is not the customer's responsibility. Rushing people out before closing, especially without any prior warning, can completely change the dining experience. The food was still fantastic, and my love for this restaurant remains, but this was one of the most disappointing and disrespectful service experiences I've had in a very long time. I'm genuinely saddened that an experience like this happened at a place I have always enjoyed and recommended to others. read more

A vegan restaurant that really surprised me in the best way. I went with vegetarian friends and they loved it -- and so did I. The dishes have a nice Mediterranean spin on brunch, and everything we tried was fresh and flavorful. We ordered a variety to share, which I highly recommend since the portions are large and it lets you taste a bit of everything. The vibe is very relaxed and casual, perfect for an easy weekend meal. Their coffee is great, and the food has lots of interesting textures and flavors that I really appreciated.service was good too, tho can be slow when there's a lot of people. read more

Chickpea - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I'm not usually one to leave Yelp reviews but the fact that this one doesn't have a higher average rating is a crime. The food was amazing, portions large, prices reasonable, and service was attentive and generous. The crispy chik'n was one of the most convincing and delicious vegan alternatives I've had at any restaurant. The labneh was also delicious. Highly recommend this spot! read more

Chickpea - Platter with crispy chik'n - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

you have GOT to try this place....I am not a vegetarian and love meat, but we decided to go to this place with friends before the baseball game. My husband had the lions main mushroom dinner (platter) and it was AMAZING! - I mean I thought for sure I was eating steak. I had the butternut squash platter and loved it. I recommend the chickpea fries too....alls I can say - I went in thinking it would be meh...but boy I was wrong! Chefs kiss to the cook at this place!!! read more

Food is 100/10 Huge portions as well. I tried 2 tacos with cauliflower and they came with chickpea fries. Also had pita with the cauliflower + mushroom filling. Very tasty lots of sauce. Server was friendly and fast to take our order and check that we had everything we need. It wasn't too busy when we went. They have patio seating and decent space inside. Also have a rotating list of beer on tap and some nice looking mocktails as well. read more

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I was on Main Street with a friend. We were looking for a vegetarian restaurant, and after looking at few places, decided to eat at Chickpea. I've eaten at the food truck before, but this was my first time at the restaurant. Nothing too remarkable about the space. I ended up trying two things: - Chickpea Fries: Good. Crispy, bordering on a bit too hard, but tasty. - Calamachick Burrito: Good. Tempura oyster mushrooms were really good, and packed tight into the burrito. It was big enough that I decided to only eat half and kept the other half for another meal. Service on the other hand was not great. We were there at around 2:30pm, so maybe between the busy meal times, but I got the feeling the servers just didn't want to be there. It wasn't busy at that time of day, but the servers made no effort to be friendly or attentive. So overall, the food was good, but the service wasn't. Given my experience, I would've preferred just going to the food truck. read more

Chickpea - Calamachick Burrito - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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For vegan food, the brunch set for two people was very good. Food items were flavorful, and portion size was generous. I especially enjoyed the scrambled tofu. The omelet had vegan cheese in it, but it was too sticky and salty. The texture was unpleasant. The blueberry pancake with jam was tasty and very filling. The salad was excellent. The vegan bacon tasted artificial, but I kind of expected that. The home fries were crispy. I enjoyed the casual cottage-like ambiance. read more

Chickpea - Brunch set for 2 people was very good. - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The fries are made of chickpeas. And they are incredible. So is the variety of the vegan menu. I went for a platter with the "chick steak" as my protein. I don't know how they did it, but it smelled like steak and almost tasted like it - it had the colour, the texture, and seasonings - and it was wonderful. The platter also came with salad, hummus, and pita. The portion was too huge to finish. I washed it down with a Saba Special, which was a slush of hibiscus lemonade mixed with ginger beer. It made my mouth tingle. Service was friendly and helpful, and the place has major artsy vibes. read more

Chickpea - "Chick steak" platter with the Saba Special. - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Hearty plates loaded with plenty of delicious food, Chickpea is one of the best vegan restaurants I've ever been to. This restaurant was recommended to me by non-vegan friends so you know it's good because it makes even meat-eaters excited to come back. The interior of the restaurant has a cute rustic vibe. It could be crowded if busy, and the food takes some time, but judging from the food alone I would definitely order here multiple times. The menu is full of new food names as I am not familiar with a lot of the mediterranean dishes. However, the menu is pretty straightforward and has cute images to help you decide what you want. The chickpea steak tasted like well done meat while still being chewy and while the poached egg didn't necessarily taste like egg, it's delicious in its own way. The egg completely won me over because it had great presentation on imitating a runny egg when I cut into it. read more

Chickpea - Chickpea Steak Malawach - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Chickpea is a vegan/vegetarian restaurant located on Main Street. They have an outdoor patio which is perfect for the summer and a variety of cocktails and summer drinks. Their service was pretty good - fast and friendly. For drinks we got their non-alcohoic pina colada, it was really good! Exactly what you expect from a pina colada. For appetizers I got their chickpea fries which were delicious! It came with a sweet and spicy sauce which was delicious. The fries itself were not super crispy but they were thick and flavourful. The fries were also gluten-free. For mains, they have you choose a style and then choose a main. So for the style I went with their rice bowl with shawarma at the main. The quantity of the food was HUGE!! Definitely bang for your buck. The shawarma was also gluten-free and were made of soy curls, sautéed onions, curry, sumac & coriander. For someone who is not vegan, this was pretty good. It didn't taste the same but the flavours were really good. My friend got the falafel platter which was really good as well! I would definitely go back to try their burgers next time :) read more

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A casual spot for vegetarian/vegan food. Service was friendly and prompt. The aesthetic varies a bit depending on where you're seated. We went for the Platter (with falafel) + a side of crispy cauliflower. The platter comes with pita, hummus, salad, and chickpea fries. Then Carrot Cake for dessert. - Chickpea fries were great. Though the cook wasn't completely even - some were hard crispy, some soft. - The falafel were well done - fluffy and soft on the inside with a nice crisp outside. Paired with a good dollop of fantastic hummus. - I really liked the cauliflower, but my companion not so much. I'd say it's worth trying for $4. - Carrot cake - moist with good flavour, but not overly large. The coconut whipped cream it came with tasted a little funky. Kinda wish we'd tried one of the baklava. Great value and more than enough food for two people. Not sure what the Hafla sharing menu would have over the platter but it's $42 per person vs $26 total for the platter. Everything was ok, but probably wouldn't rush back unless I had a friend with strict dietary requirements. read more

Huge portions, wonderful flavor, fun vegan and gluten free options, overall 12/10 would recommend For the average person (the hummus plate option at least) = 2 meals easily. The hummus itself is perfection, and for the "cauliflower of life" main entree note it is a whole heckin cauliflower!!! Side salads are super flavorful too, could've had 20. Big yum. Fairy baklava was good, small portion, I wouldn't believe it was vegan ice cream if you told me!!! Inside was super cozy, fun decor makes you feel like you're in a mildly psychedelic nature scene so we felt right at home. Staff was super personable too and there wasn't a wait (lots of seating). Drinks had heavy pours too which was nice! read more

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I have a hard time understanding the "...never been to a vegan restaurant..." or "...not using real eggs..." low reviews. Sort of like if I went to a steakhouse and marked the restaurant down for not having great vegetarian food. With that out of the way, we stumbled upon Chickpea and would rate it as some of the best vegan (or vegetarian) food we have eaten. We shared the pickled veggie plate to start with, a very good start it was. And things only got better. For mains, I had the Kasum Platter and found the sauce subtle, very tasty, and worth a return trip to Vancouver to have again. The chickpea fries were a nice surprise, definitely preferable to fried potatoes. Partner had the Dalori Burrito, and although less willing to pay airfare for a return visit just to order again, found it delicious. Pricing was very fair, especially considering the quality of the food. Very good service and sitting outside with great weather made for excellent people (and dog) watching. Enhanced by two well chosen pints. Definitely would return. read more

BEST VEGAN FOOD EVER. If you're not getting the breakfast you're doing it wrong. I went twice in 2 days and got the hash option first, then the latkes (more food). The poached eggs were INCREDIBLE and the avocado main option with labneh sauce added so much sauciness and flavor. I want to go back every weekend but sadly I live 3 hours away. read more

The food here was amazing! I was blown away at how realistic the vegan poached egg was. When you cut it open, the "yolk" comes out like a real egg... definitely didn't expect that and it was a pleasant surprise. Portions were large but it was a bit pricey. Taste was definitely there though. It was very busy, hard to flag the servers down, but they were very friendly. Hoping to be back soon to enjoy their hafla (which looks insane)! One thing they can improve on is the Turkish coffee. I stirred mine and ended up drinking some of the coffee grounds at the bottom of the cup... read more

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Arrived around 9pm for a late dinner on a weekend evening. It's a very Main Street vibe place with plants, some kitschy stuff, posters on the wall, and a big mural. Right off the bat, my dinner mate and I could see that the place was noticeably understaffed in front of house, seeing how many people were dining in -- not overwhelming, given the hour, but clearly the two people working could have used an extra hand or two. There were visibly more people in back of house. We were given menus and a bottle of tap water without a word, and the server shuffled off before we could say "boo". The food was... all right, but absolutely could've been better. We shared tapas, chickpea fries, and a falafel wrap. The labneh made of cultured coconut was decent, though a bit bland. Oddly, you have to ask for pita and pay extra, as the labneh doesn't already come with it, which I find strange; I guess they expect you to just eat it by itself with a spoon? The pickled vegetables were a disappointment. Acrid and overly salty in contrast to the labneh, though perhaps that was just this batch and they're not always like that. The wrap itself was good, tasty falafel that weren't heavy, had a nice crispy exterior and made the wrap feel very filling. The novel chickpea fries are definitely the type of thing that are great fresh out of the fryer, but eat them quick... as they cooled, they became gummy and clumpy, and extremely unpleasant. I also question the wisdom of dousing the fries in the sweet chili sauce. My personal preference would be to put it on the side as the sauce is cloyingly sweet. The server completely forgot to bring our drinks. We tried flagging down the server three or four times in vain, but ended up having to leave earlier than we expected anyway. She came back with takeout containers, which she tossed on the table, again wordlessly. When she came back with the machine and tried to charge us for the drinks and I pointed out we never got them, she looked at me with an annoyed face, then stared at our table like the meme of that lady with the math formulas whizzing around her head, looking as if she was willing the empty glasses to appear on the table. After a few seconds of uncomfortable silence, she finally conceded with a very quietly mumbled "well, sorry" and then handed me the machine and walked away. That's the kind of overall experience where I honestly struggle with tipping, but again, seeing that maybe the whole thing was down to them scrambling, we gave her the benefit of the doubt. Based on this experience, I wouldn't be making a point of coming back unless I was already nearby. read more

I have been to chickpea many times. I have seen it expanding and that is just because of the yummy ,fresh, super gorgeous vegan food. And the quantity of food is huge that small appetite people can make two meals out of one. I love how the fries are cubes and not long strips. Vegan meat in any of the dishes goes so well that you want to keep eating. My puff pastry was so crunchy and good mix of veggies. Please try some of their cocktails as the herbs and garnishing is so unique to each drink. The vibe is chilled and at busy hours, it does get crowded and loud but most of the times it's quite and easy. My favourite part is the beautiful and inclusive environment of the whole place. So welcoming and warm. read more

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Yum! This is the kind of vegan food that makes me consider going vegan, haha! I got the Calamachik Platter, the Chickpea Fries are so so so good! Salad was also super yummy and they have great hummus too. I ordered again a few weeks later but tried the falafel platter - the falafel was pretty dry and not very flavourful. Didn't visit in person so I can't say much about the interior of the restaurant. They don't seem to use peanuts in the restaurant, and were helpful on the phone when I had questions about my allergy. I think they do use tree nuts so that is something to consider. Worth a try! read more

Chickpea - Calamachik Platter - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Super cozy restaurant with planters in every corner! I love how green and vibrant it feels inside while still feeling super comfortable. Our server was attentive and friendly. The chickpea fries and hummus were sooooo good. The pineapple mockito was a little bland. I was looking for a more tart and minty flavor. The calamachick tasted great, too. The only downside is it's a little pricey for what it is. Limited paid street parking. read more

Literally one of the best vegan breakfasts I've ever had, and I've been vegan for a decade. The cocktails are also so fun that it was hard to decide between them. The menu is vast, illustrated, and creative. Staff is very kind and accommodating. It was hard not to just look around because there were so many cute decorations and vibey touches to the place. Honestly couldn't ask for somewhere better. I'll come here again and again. read more

Chickpea - Latke Benedict (vegan poached eggs, bacado) - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A great place for vegan food in Vancouver with lots of options! We got the kasum hummus plate and thought the portion sizes were quite large. They also have free refills of the pita bread which allows us to make sure that none of the delicious hummus goes to waste. We also got a side of the chickpea fries which were a bit small for the price but very tasty. Highly recommend for vegan food! read more

Chickpea - Hummus Plate, Kassum - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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A must stop for brunch in Vancouver. Make sure you come hungry, the portions here are big. Lots of options on the menu for all types of breakfasts. We had their play on eggs benny the eggs benechick w/ lox & the truffled mushrooms, a burger (spicy halloumi), and a side of hummus and all left with leftovers. Definitely recommend splitting one or two things. read more

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This might be my favorite place in all of Vancouver and who'd think it's be a vegan restaurant. Their pitas are stuffed to the brim and the ratio of all the fillings are perfect. Each choice of filling is perfectly crafted and so unique. I haven't found anywhere else that's either similar in options or flavor. I've had the sabich before and this time I had the calamachick and both made me so happy with every bite. read more

Chickpea - Calamachick pita with a side of eggplants - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

absolutely loved this place! a wide range of tasty vegan options and a bright, plant filled interior which made for a great dinner! highly recommend *note that the portions were huge! read more

Delicious food, friendly service and huge portions! We stopped in for lunch and loved every bite. Will be back next time we are in the area. read more

The best vegan breakfast that I've had in a while. The "egg" Benedict potato latkes dish was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS and everything I want in a dynamic and thoughtful meal, even the side salad was full of freshness and flavor in every bite. The waffles were nowhere near as good. They arrived very cold and hard and tasted like stale Eggo's from the freezer. I would not order again. The service was okay, when you sit on the patio they have you order and pay from your phone, with little to no human interaction besides dropping off the food. It felt very impersonal (especially since we were only of the 2 people dining at the restaurant) as it would have been nice to have a human server we could have asked for recommendations. Especially considering the phone order app asks for a 15% minimum tip. The ambiance had a casual, laid back hippie vibe inside with a street-side patio in the front. Great for brunch or lunch & people watching on Main St. I would recommend & return for that Benny dish next time I'm in Vancouver. This place would be a hit in California. read more

Chickpea - Eggs Benedict potato latkes - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Amazing vegan food!!! We had the eggs benny with carrot lox. Wow! I will re-order this dish for sure. Eggs replacement is with chickpea. The latkes was made with crispy potato, zucchini and dill. Comes with a mega sized mixed greens. Love this dish very much! We also had the schnitzel made with firm tofu. The bread crumbs coating was scrumptious. Texture was delicious. We made this into a platter and the hummus was amazing. It was overly garlicky like most places which I can totally appreciate. Again, the winning texture..., it was so soft and creamy. Also came with sliced yams and very fresh avocados. French toast - this was too sweet for us and we definitely hope restaurants as a whole could take it down a notch when it comes to sweetness especially because this was also an item on the kids menu. I don't think we (as adults) should make kids think that food should be super sweet as we are all witnessing kids obesity on the rise in North America. Otherwise, it was good. ​Baklava was delicious and we went with the coconut vanilla ice cream! It is worth the calories especially the ice cream. It was so creamy and the fresh clean aroma of coconut for coconut fans out there. Service was incredible read more

Chickpea - Our Sunday brunch and birthday celebration - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

My wife & me went to Chickpea Restaurant for lunch last weekend. She had the Big Ol Burger , whilst I had the Grilled Eggplant Sandwich. The Big Ol Burger was huge with Chickpea patty, huge Onion Ring , Salad & French fries. The Chickpea Patty was disappointing as it lacked other vegetables like peas, carrots, cauliflower. Otherwise the Burger was tasty & very filling. The Grilled Sandwich was excellent both in Taste & also presentation & had a salad & sauteed Hash Brown -very good. (We also packed a Haloumi Burger, Grilled Eggplant etc to take away). Overall the Restaurant had a great ambience ,was packed full & service was 5 Star by the lovely lady staff. This Restaurant is pure vegetarian (which we like) & had many fine dishes . The accompaniments were a bit short - only Tomato Ketchup & lightly spiced Chilli oil. No hot sauce etc- which many of us prefer. I hope the Owners can redo the Chickpea patty in the Burger & offer more spicy sauces -to further enhance the taste . A Great Restaurant & Value for Money ! read more

For date night, we decided to go to the Chickpea restaurant on Main Street (his second time, my first). A quick call ahead had us assured there were some tables open for walk-ins, and off we went! For COVID, there were barriers set up, contact info required, and QR menus in which our phones refused to cooperate and we had to ask for a menu instead (they wipe down the menus after each use). If you are going for the Chickpea experience, the waitress recommended we choose our mains first, then decide how we want it served (i.e. pita, salad, hummus plate, platter). He chose the Feta/Hummus special, and after much indecision I went with the Kasum Platter (fried cauliflower and fries sealed the deal). It is only looking at the yelp page now, that I realized the restaurant is classified as Mediterranean/Vegan. I just knew the food was vegan, and on a whole was a good experience. Standard green side salad, tasty fries, hummus, and satisfying my craving for fried cauliflower. It seems like a lot of vegan restaurants follow the trend of making their foods infused with a lot of different spices and spiciness. I was doing great until I realized a lot of the fries had been sprinkled with red pepper flakes. I ate about half until I realized my stomach feeling a bit achy, and I packed up the rest of the fries (and some leftover fried cauliflower and mushrooms) to-go. Making a note to myself in the future to ask the staff which dishes are spicy, or try to minimalize the spicy level. Overall I found the Mediterranean Vegan experience quite unique, and I'm interested in trying other restaurants on the Main Street strip. Cool side note; Chickpea is one of the few restaurants (I've seen) that has a gender neutral bathroom, plus a family friendly bathroom. read more

Chickpea - Kasum platter - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Incredible meal! Almost all gluten free and fully vegan. The vegan poached egg is amazing and so is everything we tried. The iced americano was incredibly smooth! We wished we didn't fill up so fast because of how delicious everything was! What a gem of a place with a very cute vibe and decor, too. quick and attentive service! can't wait to come back next time we are in vancouver! read more

Chickpea's food was fantastic! The French toast was really sweet with the coconut whip cream. The lemonade was a bit sweet. The rice bowl was very creative and even though it was vegan it didn't taste like vegan. The service was quick and the food came all together. The falafel's melt in your mouth. I highly recommend it for you. read more

One of my favorite Vancouver spots! Price seems a bit high until you see the amount of food... it always lasts me for two meals and it's so good! Servers are always nice and helpful, vibes are chill and cozy. My go to is their omelette with bacado. read more

Kickass food, but still having some troubles with staffing/service. I hadn't been here in a few years because of a few annoying experiences with the service, but the food has always been good. We came for brunch upon opening on a Monday, and they had one guy serving the floor. With a big rush of people, they were definitely short-staffed. It took quite a long time to get our order in, and even longer for the food to come out (nearly an hour from being seated to getting our food). The food was monstrously portioned and delicious. I don't know if my experience was representative, but best not come here if you're in a rush. read more

Don't discount the buzz! Non-vegans and vegetarians alike will appreciate the high quality of the food served here. When I first visited Vancouver, I looked up a few vegan/vegetarian eateries to eat at. Last time I passed by, I intended to stop in, but circumstances intervened and I was unable to do so. Be wary of the parking situation; the area has a few meters and there are some zones where you can't really park during rush hours. Nevertheless, I came here for the hummus and had the shawarma platter, and I loved everything on it. The chickpea fries were my fave. Simply put, there were much too many fries for me to consume, but they were fire. There's enormous portions, and the prices are really cheap. Nonetheless, I like the chickpea fries immensely. The shawarma was fantastic, and the flavor was out of this world. Wish I had some chickpea fries to take with me. This place can get a little packed keep that in mind wherever you go. read more

Chickpea - Shawarma Platter - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Ordered 3 dishes. First was the hummus which was the best hummus I've ever had. However then an hour passed and the waitress asked us if we wanted the bill. Like no, we want the rest of our food. She didn't put it through. She was apologetic though and gave us the second at half price and the 3rd was complimentary. Overall the food was good. read more

Though the food was simply delicious, it was quickly overshadowed by the GREY MOUSE that ran across the floor on the morning of Sept 28, 2024. When a second patron at a table near the incident also acknowledged the sighting the staff completely blew off the issue. WE ARE TALKING A RODENT ISSUE PEOPLE! The feeling that my food was possibly nibbled on before I got to it repulsed me. At the point my feet were on the chair as this should not be a regular occurrence in a food establishment, a waitress came near and looked at where the rodent came from and shrugged her shoulders and walked away. It was insulting and I felt patronized. Who care where it came from, go find the sucker now! So sad because the food was delicious. read more

My wife thought it'd be good to expand our horizons with trying different foods especially restaurants that are vegan. I was a bit apprehensive at first and thought, as long as it tastes good, I'm game. We decided to come here and boy was I in for a treat. I had a dish off their all day breakfast called the Malawach. It was such a savoury puff pastry with basically everything you could think of. Avocado, tomatoes, humus, yams, tzatziki and a vegetarian sausage and a side of their home fries aka hashbrowns. Wow! Was it ever big and it was so good! If you decide to have this and eat it with your hands, it's definitely not a first date meal because it's just sloppy goodness. The waiter remarked that I was the first to eat it by hand. I replied "How else are you supposed to eat it? Malawach me eat this whole thing! We also had beets, humus and their oh so delicious chick pea fries. When you order them, make sure you ask for the sauce on the side otherwise, it's slathered in it. All the portions were so good that I didn't miss my regular proteins. We will definitely be coming back very soon! read more

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CAULIFLOWER OF LIFE - rice bowl A mountain of melt-in-your-mouth roasted cauliflower, drizzled with olive oil & garnished with parsley, mint, tomatoes & chopped red onions. This was tasty. I wasn't expecting there to be a half head of cauliflower! The flavours were good. The portion was good. Overall, I'd recommend this place! read more

Chickpea - Cauliflower of life rice bowl - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Another delivered "lockdown" dinner ~ super delish & uniquely creative vegan cauliflower & chickpea(?) fries dinners The fried cauliflower was particularly fun & tasty to eat ~ I felt only felt half guilty. Their fries are different from the traditional & I loved that they have the right amount of crisp & the accompanying sauce has the right amount of zing. Sustainable packaging is greatly appreciated read more

Chickpea - Spicy Cauliflower platter with kennec fries - Vegan Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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