Conscious Cafe is absolutely divine. They were a highlight meal on our recent vacation to the Acadia National Park area. Conscious Cafe is a small, tucked away neighborhood cafe inside a yoga studio. Their manu is carefully curated to nourish and replenish you body and soul. I really can't say enough about our experience here. We stopped by for an early lunch. I ordered the sweet potato soup as well as a coffee beverage. I typically don't like flavored beverages made with anything but espresso. Theirs are made with coffee and are outstanding. Zero complaints on the coffee. Their food is made fresh to order so takes a little while as when I was there, it was a bit of a one man show. The soup came came with crispy shallots and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. It was ginger kissed and one of the best sweet potato soups I have ever had. It was served with a side of crusty sourdough with the lightest smidge of ghee. It paired perfectly with the soup. The dining area is warm and comfortable with the kitchen easily viewable. You order at the counter and then the chef will bring you your meal. It's not a quick meal, but I promise you it will be worth the wait. Get to it! read more

Conscious Cafe - Sweet potato soup - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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Finding healthy food in Ellsworth or even Mount Desert Island is nearly impossible. We came to this restaurant 3 times until we finally found it open, since it closes at 3. Well was worth the wait. Good clean food, lots of vegetarian and gluten free options. The owner/chef Jesse even made a dish especially for me with all my dietary restrictions. Very nice! Also, there's a beautiful outdoor seating area that we really enjoyed. Definitely coming back! read more

Amazing service and an incredible meal. I had the BLT and potato soup and I'll be thinking about it the rest of my trip!

Excellent food and Jesse's a great guy! Looking forward to eating here many more times.

Delicious vegan food and home made chai. Very warm and inviting place. Fresh ingredients read more

Conscious Cafe - The wholesome soup, tofu sandwich and sweet potato soup. Chai - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Extremely good. Great vibe, great food, great service. Selection of teas and root sodas that pair very well with the menu.

I love this place! I was in town for work for a few weeks and this was my most-visited spot. Their bowls are all incredible, and as someone who watches saturated fat intake, I really appreciated they had the option of either ghee or olive oil. Vegan friendly if that's your jam. Small dining room but it looked like they have a great outdoor patio space if the weather is good. Check out their yoga schedule, too! read more

We returned, as a family of four, for our annual trip to the Steamy Buddha. While we waited for these divine dishes, our little kids were able to run and play in the lower grassy yard, picking flowers and hunting insects. When we returned, our dishes came out piping hot and FULL of wholesome flavor and goodness. These dishes DO warm the soul and nourish your very core. I am sad i did not order a second hot Punjabi Chai for our continued drive home to Connecticut, as I cherished every sip last summer. One of the best eateries, hands down, in the world. We thank you again for an epic meal! Can't wait for next summer! read more

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Came on a Saturday at 12 noon. Door open, but no one there, lights off. No sign or posting of changed hours, no answer on phone after calling once at 11:30am and again at 1:30pm. Very disappointed. Supposed to be open from 11:30 to 3pm. read more

A small space well suited to vegan/vegetarian food. The cafe is off a some sort of studio (for yoga, maybe?) Tofu sandwich and salad were tasty and staff were solicitous. read more

My salad was freshly prepared and delicious. The service is very friendly and helpful. The cafe has a relaxed atmosphere; a good place for sharing food and a conversation. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed this darling little cafe during a meet-up with a college friend! We were immediately greeted upon arrival by a very cheerful host/server. Thankfully, we arrived right before the lunch rush, so we got our food and drinks ordered quickly and received them quickly as well. We both got iced chai's and yum! They definitely lean on the turmeric side and are very earthy in flavor. We got the veggie and beef noodle bowls and we were both so pleased. The beef literally falls apart in your mouth as you eat it, and the broth is rich and flavorful. I tried some of the veggie bowl and that was equally as delicious. I'm always excited about places that are concerned with wellness, and the Steamy Buddha is definitely one of those places. In a fast-food world, this little cafe shines brightly. If you are a tourist looking for a reprieve from deep-fried seafood, definitely make your way here. You will not be disappointed! read more

Amazing food and staff are extremely nice- worth the stop on our way up to Bar Harbor. I got the Buddha bowl with chicken, quinoa, leeks, scallions, avocado and melted parm The chai tea is the best I've had in my life! read more

Conscious Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

After eating SO MUCH yummy (much of it fried) seafood in the area (do calories count when on vacation?), my parents and I wanted a more nutritious and light but still yummy option. I ordered the sweet and spicy buddha bowl and added tofu, my mom ordered the wholesome kitchardee (and asked for sourdough on the side), and my dad ordered the chicken sammy. The portions looked small at first alongside the price, but were super filling! I enjoyed my buddha bowl - the tofu was salty but was delicious and complemented the sweet potato. Being a spicy lover, it didn't seem spicy at all to me. My mom enjoyed her soup and said it tasted very "earthy" which I could see - to me, I personally wish there was more dimension/flavor to it, but it was still very comforting and a great meal for a rainy day. My dad's chicken sammy was actually my favorite - it was flavorful, filled with cheese, spinach and mushrooms - rich and flavorful but didn't leave us (I had half lol) feeling bloated at all. My dad isn't big on vegetables but still enjoyed his sandwich a lot. Overall, the food was quite good and there seems to be a decent variety for all kinds of eaters! I would definitely frequent this place if I lived in the area. read more

Beautiful, yummy food and prompt service. There were 5 of us and everything came out hot and tasty with a nice blend of flavors. We sat outside on the porch and enjoyed a pleasant evening looking over the garden. read more

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Fresh, Lovingly Prepared Gourmet Food... Staff are friendly & welcoming. The food is prepared entirely fresh . There's indoor & outdoor seating. We'd bookmarked the Café as an option during our Acadia Region stay, but given a 45 minute line at the Local Hut, we diverted our plans to here. If I had realized how lovingly the food is prepared, we would have come here 1st. It's our new #1 Ellsworth stop now. In fact we're back for breakfast after last night's stellar dinner. The vibe is friendly, relaxed, and warm read more

Okay - I haven't eaten here yet because I live in San Jose, CA, but... I've bought gift certificates for my sister who lives in Bar Harbor. She said it was phenomenal food and the atmosphere was great. She said she was going to try some of the yoga classes as well. I know that they are very easy to deal with - I purchased my gift certificates via the phone and they emailed them to me so I can include with my Christmas box. Very friendly and helpful. COVID or no COVID, I'm going to visit this summer, and a trip to Steamy Buddha Cafe is definitely on my agenda! read more

We picked up the Sweet & Spicy Buddha Bowl & Tofu Noodle Soup for dinner. The restaurant was convenient and service was friendly. We were happy to find both dishes tasty & filling. If we'd been in the area longer we'd have gone back a 2nd time to try a couple more menu items. Definitely recommend stopping in if you're in the area. read more

What a nice surprise on the way back to NY Family owned, warm and cozy tables overlooking beautiful grounds. Great down to earth and thoughtful service. Top notch, health oriented organic food, all vegetarian with creative and unexpected flavours. A must. Six stars. read more

Conscious Cafe - It's a beautiful day - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Went on a cold dreary day a few months ago. Food was excellent, service great. Hope to be back now that the weather is better!!!

Nice little spot, friendly staff, but woefully disappointing lunch. Kale salad was small and sad for the $$$ and my wife's three tacos looked measly and the chicken was overcooked. Maybe an off day with the cook, judging from reviews, but won't bother trying it again. Note also: this place is also a yoga studio, so not sure if reviews posted are more for yoga then food? read more

Fantastic food and excellent service. This wonderful find has several options from vegan to a wonderful roasted beef. Everything from the tea through dessert was well prepared, delicious and wholesome. Come here. Eat a lot. Leave happy. read more

Very nice addition to the Ellsworth dining scene. Had the hearty mung bean stew as a vegetarian choice. I'll have to go back and try the Sandy. read more

Conscious Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

What a pleasant, satisfying surprise this sweet place is! Abundant outdoor seating on a warm summer evening overlooking the lovely sweeping view of the garden. It drew us right in. Wait staff were top notch - Attentive, friendly and efficient. I had the maple mustard seared salmon w/sauteed spinach mushroom and sweet potato smash. Came with a small portion of yummy cold pickled beets. Presentation was nice on a stainless platter w/upscale-ish eating utensils. Not only did it look great, it tasted fantastic too. A flavor circus of sweet savory spices including ginger and a balsamic mustard reduction. Pretty classy! I ate every morsel too. My husband had the steak sandy. Impressive portion on a local (Little Notch Bakery) artisan sourdough grilled w/ghee. He could tell right away. Loaded with tender steak cooked to perfection along with melted Parmesan and caramelized onions. Who doesn't love a great steak sandwich? A fresh salad of baby greens including arugula and baby kale on the side that was lightly dressed with oil and lemon. Again, presentation was flawless. Highly recommend this fabulous sweet eatery for those who want a meal that not only satisfies but doesn't make you feel miserable afterward. Eating healthy outside our home, it has been a challenge. That is, until we discovered the Steamy Buddha Cafe. Will definitely be returning regularly. Oh, and the total price w/tip was a mere $47 w/o beverages. Not bad for a dinner out. read more

Delicious Ayurvedic foods and lovely, calm atmosphere. Be sure to check out their yoga offerings!

I've been coming to Ellsworth for years and we've never had a food option as great as this. The menu is short and solid, with lots of proteins and veggies you can mix and match to meet your mood or diet. I got a grain bowl and my friend got the flatbread plus we each got an iced tea for $37 total - not cheap but a very good price for this level of nutrition and deliciousness. We ate on the awesome deck in the sunshine. Would definitely recommend as takeout but eat on the porch if you can - very worth it! I'll definitely be back. read more

Conscious Cafe - Grain bowl - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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Clear your afternoon if you decide to eat here. It took them 40 minutes to make one extremely greasy chicken sandy. The place was dead; there were four other customers in the cafe. I'd imagine if it ever gets packed the approximate wait time on an order is up to a week. The prices are also exorbitant. Two stars because they're new, so there's still a thread of hope for a turnaround. read more

This was by far the BEST food and service we had in all of Maine during our one week stay. We came back twice! The owner is the kindest, most talented chef I have ever met. My only wish is she would create a cook book with all her recipes!!! read more

The arugula flatty with salmon was hearty and satisfying. It held up well, even as a to-go order. The sweet potato soup was flavorful, well matched with sourdough toast for dipping. Sorry diet, it was worth it. This was my first visit, but I'll be back. read more

So good! We originally intended to stop at another place, but it was closed for the day. This was a quick last second find, and what a lucky one indeed. Kids, husband, and I all agreed we could eat here daily. Husband had one of the Buddha bowl's and kids and I shared the two soups. Yum!! Service was kind as well, and the shaded patio by the veggie garden added to the pleasant experience. We'd so buy the recipe book, if the chef writes one!! Hope to visit Maine soon and eat here again. read more

I tried this place for the first time today and don't regret my decision at all. When you think of quinoa/grain bowls, usually the words flavorful and delicious aren't what comes to mind, but they have truly found a way to make these bowls magically delicious!! I had the earthy Buddha bowl which is a mix of quinoa, mushrooms, avocado, goat cheese, fried leeks, beets, chicken, all tossed with a lemon ghee dressing. I feel good after eating it and my mouth wants more.I can't wait to return and try out other menu items!! read more

Conscious Cafe - Earthy Buddha Bowl - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

An unexpectedly delicious find in Ellsworth Maine! Lots of WFPB, healthy vegan options, with plenty of options for our omnivore friends. I had the Kitchardee Stew. So delicious and filling! The French press tea was great as well. Highly recommended! read more

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They have their version of Khichdi which is not so bad , and the turmeric tea is pretty good. The Ambience and the serving utensils takes the cake though. They have outdoor seating , with shade on top. If i have to revisit I would try their flatbreads. read more

Conscious Cafe - Herbal Chai - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Nice outdoor patio. Room for the kids to run around. And the Buddha bowl! Holy moly was that good! We had a group of 9 and everything was fresh and tasty! Great ending to a great day at Acadia. read more

delicious food, cute ambiance, the indoor seating looked adorable but we opted to sit out since the weather was nice. there's flowers outside! the service was quick and friendly, would definitely go again:) read more

Conscious Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

What's a delightful place to eat. I had a Sweet and Spicy Buddha Bowl, and my sense was overwhelmed with happiness. Every bite was flavorful and delicious. To drink, I enjoyed a strawberry delight, and I didn't know if I could stop drinking it after that first sip. I couldn't put the smoothie down. Simplicity in natural flavors with rich textures made the whole experience wonderful. I took a handful of lemonades and beet juices and enjoyed each serving. I had to taste their rice pudding, and I'm glad I picked up two servings because one was great, but two just made it extra fabulous!! It's so amazing!! This is the way we should eat every day. I enjoyed everything I tried. I ended my meal with a Punjabi tea, and its incredible aroma melted into my mouth with each sip. This place is so special. I'm glad I had the chance to swing by and experience such delight. read more

This place is amazing! We had been eating pretty heavy food throughout our vacation and was craving something healthy. We came across this place and was so happy we did! The food is super fresh and healthy. I customized a veggie flatbread and my husband got a steak meal. Everyone who worked there was so nice and the chef even came out to see how I liked her creation! Highly recommend! read more

This restaurant was a happy surprise. I had the Buddha Bomb with salmon and my partner had the beef stew. Both were excellent but the beef stew was outstanding! The flavors were complex and sophisticated and both dishes were satisfying but not heavy. The atmosphere is very simple and the staff was accommodating and pleasant. read more

Lovely people -- but way overpriced for what you get. Very disappointing. Won't go back

Have been wanting to try this spot out after reading about it recently. At last we did today. It is VERY special ! The food is novel, uncomplicated and delicious, the staff is memorably attentive to customers, and the facility and grounds are beautiful and a welcome respite from the ordinary. You won't be disappointed. read more