Food is delicious and they serve you a big portion! They also sell soooo many vegan goodies from vegan cheese to vegan snacks, and even merch clothing. Service was great and very friendly and helpful and attentive. The ambiance is pretty chill. Nothing fancy but it's a cute place to go. One guy was even working on his laptop and eating. So it's def a cute spot! Parking can be hard to find. Would def go back if in the area. read more

DC Vegan - I couldn't wait to take a bite! First two bites were all bread lol but as a whole, it was delicious. Vegan chicken parm sub - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Wow...just wow. I hardly even know where to begin. As the token vegetarian / plant-based person in my friend group, I'm constantly being flooded with recommendations (and requests for recommendations haha) for the best veggie-friendly places in the District. And, let me tell you, DC Vegan has gotten a lot of love in the last year or so -- I can hardly count how many times someone has recommended this plant-based deli to me, but, for whatever ridiculous reason, I never really found myself out by Logan Circle. Until, that is, they opened up their vegan cheese store and I felt like I could no longer justify not paying them a visit. Ironically, I didn't even end up ordering from their vegan cheese case, despite how beautiful and enticing it was, because I was just so overwhelmed (in the best way possible) by the rest of their menu. The first thing I noticed upon looking at their menu: they mark common allergens directly on their menu, so I don't have to bother pulling up an online allergen menu or peppering the staff with a million questions. Immediate win in my book -- for both me and whoever else is in the store with me. This was also probably the only time in my life I've been overjoyed to not see a single item with a little "V" or "VG" next to its name because there's no need for that here! My eyes immediately skipped over to their bowls, which are served with super fresh spring mix and quinoa for a satisfying, but not heavy base that packs some extra fiber and protein...great way to feel like I'm being a little extra healthy while devouring some vegan deliciousness. I ended up settling on their braised jackfruit bowl, which was basically their take on a Philly cheesesteak, but vegan and gluten-free-ified. But I guarantee you'll miss neither the meat nor the gluten -- it was absolutely delicious and jam-packed with flavor. The quinoa / spring mix base was topped with a super tender, umami braised jackfruit, roasted bell peppers and onions, and the most delightfully garlicky braised collard greens. Then, everything was topped with a beautiful drizzle of cashew cheese sauce. And...wowza. If what was in their vegan cheese case was even half as good as their cashew cheese sauce, I'm 100% sold...I'd buy out the entire supply if I could. The flavors absolutely sang, pairing beautifully with one another and providing a delicious, super satisfying meal. Although it was pretty light, my one watch-out is that it was pretty salty and with all of the braised / roasted items, it did get a bit oily toward the end, as all of the super-flavorful juices and oils dripped toward the bottom and got soaked up by the quinoa (which is just a sponge) and greens. Even so, the bowl was still pretty darn phenomenal. Beyond the food, the restaurant is adorable. The upstairs / main restaurant is pretty no-frills and utilitarian, but provides a lovely and relaxed energy for a casual meal. The botanical bar, though...absolutely gorgeous. If you want to feel like you're getting wined and dined but at an affordable price point and with delicious, innovative, plant-based takes on some classic favorites, definitely go there. A few weeks later, I found myself craving DC Vegan's incredible braised jackfruit bowl again, so I hopped over to Grubhub. I was super surprised to learn that DC Vegan had just changed their menu and rotated out their jackfruit bowl (but if you're not gluten-free you can still get it on a sandwich!), While I was a touch disappointed, this was the perfect opportunity to try out some of their other delicious menu items! I ordered their tofu and wild mushroom bowl for that day, as well as a grilled vegetable bowl for tomorrow. Both of them were super tasty, but, honestly, just not as fancy and creative as their pseudo Philly cheesesteak. They provided a really generous portion of tofu in the tofu and wild mushroom bowl, and while the sear gave it a great crust, the flavor of their vinaigrette didn't quite penetrate the thick cutlet. The wild mushrooms and onions did give the bowl a good kick of umami, though, which definitely helped to make up for what the tofu lacked in flavor. The grilled vegetable bowl was pretty standard, with the classic zucchini, eggplant, peppers, and onions; it wasn't the most creative, but an oldie is a goodie, and it was still super solid. Both bowls had a similar issue to the jackfruit bowl, though -- the sauces, oils, and juices of all the upper ingredients had a tendency to drip down and make the last few bites a bit too salty and greasy, which was exacerbated by ordering delivery. Even so, DC Vegan is still one of my absolute favorite vegetarian spots in DC -- whether it's the vibes, their creative takes on comfort food favorites, or the beautiful botanical bar, I can't recommend DC Vegan enough! And I will definitely be coming back for that vegan cheese shop. read more

DC Vegan - Philly Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Not good. We came here on the recommendation of a few people, but our experience was anything but good. First, there was only one server and she was running both the inside and the outside of the house. It was very frenetic and chaotic. Secondly, the moment we walked in, we noticed a really bad stench in the main dining area. We should have left at that moment, but we were hungry, tired, and far from home. We placed our order and the food came out very slowly. First the appetizer that arrived was different than what was described on the menu. Secondly, one of the orders we received was so over salted we had to send it back and switched the side to a salad, which was overdressed and too vinegary! Next, the server wasn't fully educated on the menu so she couldn't answer the questions we had as well. Finally, the food itself was bland, continued to be poorly prepared, and nothing to write home about. My eggplant sandwich was over sauced so the main ingredient felt hidden and I barely tasted it. My Husband's bowl was just "OK". I think by the time we got our main meal, we were ready to leave. Lastly, the restrooms were dirty and in need of repair. There were literally broken tiles on the ground and the soap dispenser (Mrs. Meyers) was a hodgepodge of different soaps- not Mrs. Meyers, so I actually just used hand sanitizer instead. You're not supposed to be reuse plastic soap bottles, as it is unsanitary. We were really disappointed and will not return. read more

I love the food. The other night though my experience wasn't so good. The bartender had a drink special- it was pretty awful which was surprising as their menu drinks are amazing. He then was very rude to one of the servers. It was awkward and disappointing. read more

Amazingly delicious vegan food with many options!! The service was great, they answered questions and the food came out quickly read more

DC vegan is a gem and truly one of my favorite spots. My favorite items here are the calamari and I love the ambiance. I've been wanting to try brunch here for so long and finally went this past weekend. Initially, I wanted the lemon ricotta pancakes but sadly they were out :( however I got the French toast instead and they were bomb!!!! I love how it was perfectly toasted on the outside but still has such a nice fluffiness to it as well. My friends and I were torn between ordering our favorite (the calamari) or trying something new the oyster Rockefeller. We went with the mushroom oysters and were kinda disappointed. Just seemed like it was sautéed oyster mushrooms with spinach, nothing really special or memorable. So I'd def say skip it and get the calamari because those are just so perfect read more

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Delicious! A ridiculous cheese selection. Only had a vegan prosciutto when I came by (hopefully that will change, as there are so many yummy vegan salamis nowadays), the Rebel spiked cheddar even had a pescatarian digging for the last morsel it was so tasty. Also had lunch there, the BLAT was with crispy glazed bacon, thick hearty chicken patty, tasty. My companion had the meatball sub. Great stuff there too. And oh yum the potato skins, fatty n delicious. It's been a sec since I'd had tiramisu of any sort, but they had it and Omigosh, so freaking delicious! Sense voluptuous mascarpone pastry cream fluff was on par with posh European desserts. Definitely returning! read more

Came here with visitors from out of town (one vegan with us) and was not disappointed! The restaurant was beautiful (we were in the downstairs area), the service was pleasant, and the food was good. I am usually a hater of all vegan places but was pleasantly surprised with everything we ordered. The potato skins appetizer was creamy and delicious with a good crunch as well. The calamari tasted way more like traditional calamari than I anticipated. My frittata was delicious and everyone enjoyed their meals. Will definitely recommend this place to any (or anyone eating with) vegetarian or vegan friends. read more

DC Vegan - Potato, Sausage & Cheese Frittata - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This was our first time here and I was pleasantly surprised regarding the taste and quality of food. We ordered buffalo cauliflower wings and antipasti bowl. The Botanical bar/seasonal signatures were also good and different than what I've had, they are around ~$15. The servers were helpful, friendly, and gave great recommendations. We will be back when we're in the area! read more

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Excellent vegan food! We were a large party and they had very good service. The ambiance was very festive for St. Patty's and they had specials for the day. We tried the full Irish breakfast, with smoky salty bacon, and a crispy trumpet mushroom calamari. We also had the Buffalo cauliflower wings with a nice level of heat. Their burgers and sandwiches were also delicious. Definitely a place to make repeat visits! read more

DC Vegan - Fish fillet sandwich, King Trumpet Calamari, burger - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been to DC Vegan three times now, and each time I come I really want to like it because I've heard such great things, but always leave feeling disappointed. Unlike some other reviewers, I've never had an issue with the service and even have had the owner come around to tables and ask how things were - which was nice to see. However, the food always tends to be underwhelming. KING TRUMPET CALAMARI: 4/5 This is probably the best thing I've had a DC Vegan and has a nice crunch and is a good flavor / well-seasoned. It's a really fantastic appetizer. CHESAPEAKE FRITTERS: 3/5 The fritters were very large and flavorful, but overall too acidic and missing the umami flavor. I was expecting them to have more of a crunch given that they're fritters, but it looks like they were probably baked or pan fried because they lack that texture. FRENCH TOAST: 3/5 I'm a big sweet tooth and was really looking forward to this one. It's a solid dish with good flavor, but the texture is really off for these. They're very thick pieces and it has this firm chewy texture to it that really missing the mark for me. BREAKFAST BOWL: 1/5 This is the most disappointing dish and why I probably won't return to DC Vegan. It's overall too salty and lacking seasoning otherwise. The tofu eggs are mushy and taste only of turmeric. The vegan bacons flavor is hard to describe, but a big turn off and the aioli on the side is reminiscent of A1 steak sauce in a bad way. It's really quite a shame because their deli bar desserts always look enticing - but I can't help but feel like I'll continue to be disappointed by DC Vegan. read more

Excellent vegan spot with tasty food and beverages. Take note the deli is upstairs and the restaurant/bar are downstairs. Try the fries appetizer and the tofu Marsala; you won't be disappointed! read more

DC Vegan - Tofu Marsala with greens and mashed potatoes. - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food was just ok. Forgot our cauliflower wings. The caesar salad was dry and the mashed potatoes were cold and needed Salt. read more

DC Vegan - Chick'n Caesar it was just ok. - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I've really liked everything I've gotten here: cauliflower wings, sandwiches, tater skins. It's a little pricey but DC be like that! The customer service is awesome. Kelly is the most charming lady ever and seeing her is a ray of sunshine. Highly recommended!! read more

A kind host at a restaurant around the corner from this place sent me here when I asked if they had any vegan options. I was so happy to find an all vegan spot! We started with the potato skins which were really delicious - it was nice that the cashew cream and other ingredients seemed to be house made. My entree was the meatball bowl, which was really good. Especially the meatballs. Our server said they were Impossible, but I swore they were house made. My previous experiences with Impossible burgers were kind of mediocre, but the texture and flavor of these meatballs was spot on. My only complaint was that the "greens and grains" were a little too present, if that makes sense. I think a little more sauce (and less lettuce) would have made a big difference. For dessert we split the carrot cake which was quite tasty. It seemed to be the Vegan Treats version, which I love, so no complaints there. Solid vegan joint with great service and a welcoming vibe! read more

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This might be my new favorite vegan spot in the DMV. I love the food options they have here. The buffalo cauliflower wings are amazing and flavored just right. I have also tried a few of their bowls and loved them. My husband has a few of their sandwiches and has yet to be disappointed. I must add, the French fries are pretty delicious. Basically, you can't go wrong when you order from DC Vegan. read more

I was really excited about going to DC Vegan, but the five star review definitely wasn't my experience. I wasn't really feeling the Meaty Ball Sandwich that I ordered. It was a little too grainy for my taste and the marinara sauce made the bread and meatball soggy. It wasn't appetizing enough for finish it, but the fries were good! The King Trumpet Calamari was dry, and I could definitely taste the burnt batter. The bed of arugula it was over made it look like there was a lot more, but there was not enough calamari for the price it was worth. While I didn't particularly enjoy the sandwich and appetizer, I thoroughly enjoyed the desserts, especially the tiramisu cheesecake! Although the cannoli was also really good, I wished the shell was a little bit crispier. I really liked the overall atmosphere of the restaurant, and the service was also pretty good with our food coming out fast! I'll definitely be coming back for the desserts but probably not for the other food. read more

DC Vegan - King Trumpet Calamari, Meat Ball Sub, Cannoli, and Tiramisu Cheesecake - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Best meal in the city, hands down. Beautiful place with a great menu and consistently wonderful service. The meatballs and cacio e pepe are out of this world. read more

I cannot rave enough about DC Vegan! This is the best place to go for vegan food in the city and the desserts are to die for! The staff are some of the kindest people, I talked to the owner for a while and he even gifted me some cake to try There's outdoor and indoor seating and is the perfect spot for cafe dates or studying. read more

DC Vegan - Tofu & Wild Mushroom Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is a must for all vegans in DC. The food is delicious and unique. The setting is so romantic and warm. Anyone even non vegans will enjoy. Definitely order a cocktail, you will not be disappointed! read more

DC Vegan - Beautiful cocktail - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Love the food! Can be priced a little fairly,, kinda not affordable ,,,, 5 stars for flavor, 4 stars for portion, 4 stars for pricing.

I got the artichoke sandwich, it was really tasty, I wish the ingredients in the sandwich were better proportioned in the bread, it was like it was meant to be open faced but they changed their mind at the last second. But nonetheless it was a tasty sandwich and filling without feeling too heavy. They have a cute little patio, it's a nice spot for lunch. read more

DC Vegan - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This spot has to be one of my favorite vegan spots of all time! I'm so glad I finally came to this gem. The excellent food- Lasagna was heavenly. my friend got the gnocchi and greens and they were so fresh and tasted like what I could imagine is homemade . The service was great, everyone was so welcoming. read more

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For someone who is usually very wordy, I don't have much to say... because I'm speechless! This is my favorite vegan spot in DC, maybe even the whole DMV. It's very clean and minimal with indoor and outdoor seating. Oh, and a whole bunch of fricken vegan pastries like CANNOLIS!!!! Anyhow, are you in the mood for actually delicious vegan calamari? Yeah, you can get that here. The Buffalo cauliflower and Caesar salad was 10/10 too. OH and the potato skins. Okay wow, what doesn't this place have? I'd like to move in to a tiny house right on the curb just so I can easily access this restaurant every day. If you're currently debating going here, just go. Don't go anywhere else because you won't have the best time ever. You'll have the best time ever if you come here though, trust me. Can you guys please mail me a DC Vegan shirt with the rainbow colors? I didn't have time to get one on my way out of the city. Oh and like 200 cannolis ;-). Thank you!!! DC VEGAN!!! You're fricken delicious and I'll be back just to order the items I haven't tried yet. read more

DC Vegan - Buffalo Cauliflower Wings - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Giving this a 4 but would give a 3.5 if half stars were available. Reason is mostly price. It was fairly pricey for what it was. I got the mushroom ragout, which was tasty, tasted like French Dip. There were a lot of mushrooms, which I appreciated. However, I ate the whole thing, and while I was full, I wasn't satisfied. I think this is because there weren't many beans so it was mostly just mushrooms with a couple of polenta cakes. At $32, it wasn't worth it for me. Staff was very kind, and the food came out within probably five minutes of me ordering it. But honestly the quick turnaround time only contributed to me feeling like $32 was steep because it clearly didn't take much care or effort to put together? Idk. I love an all vegan spot, and I was pleased that there was outdoor seating. The menu was also labeled really well for allergens, which is always appreciated. I think I'd say- come for the deli menu and order something under $20 and you'll probably get a fabulous meal. As far as how 'nice/fancy' it is, I was worried I'd be underdressed looking at prices online but it was pretty casual. Esp if you sit outside instead of inside. Cheers! read more

Excellent food Surprised my mind I can swear it was meat but no the entire restaurant is vegan mind blowing and outstanding meal top tier read more

DC Vegan - Calamari and meatballs - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I went here for my friend's bday dinner. I loved the cool intimate ambiance. Our server was friendly and helpful. I got the Chesapeake fritters and was hoping for something along the lines of crab cakes. It didn't quite meet my expectations but it was okay. I actually enjoyed my meatball appetizer more. They serve cocktails but I opted for a mocktail for sober September. Some of my friends got alcoholic beverages and they noted they were strong in a good way. I would come back but I'd be trying another entree. read more

We came for brunch and got the French toast and frittata, both excellent. They have a nice selection of drinks, vegan wines and cheeses, and a great pastry case. We snagged some tiramisu and cannoli to go, which was a real treat. What a lovely and elegant little spot read more

DC Vegan - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

me here with a group of friends who are all non-vegan and they all loved the food here. We didn't make a reservation and they were busy but the staff was accommodating and made room for us, and we didn't wind up waiting all too long for a spot. We got seated in the basement bar area inside and it's definitely a cute, cozy vibe. The bar area definitely has a romantic vibe, and if you want to aesthetics of that area I'd recommend making a reservation so you can make sure you get a spot there! They also had a bunch of outdoor seating options available (came in June). As we got seated, our server explained very clearly what was out for that day from the menu (came late on a Sunday). I originally ordered the Chesapeake Fritters, which sound really good, but about 15 minutes our server came back to report that the kitchen staff was disappointed with how the fritters turned out and they didn't feel good about serving low quality food (kudos to them for their honesty!) So, I ended up ordering the Chik'n Piccata, and was not disappointed! The Chik'n was bread and fried perfectly with a delectable lemony sauce and perfectly cooked fries and asparagus to pair. They do their fries really well here! My husband got a cacio e Pepe which I also tried and it was so delicious - a perfect creamy sauce, well-cooked pasta and freshly ground black pepper! Friends in our group got the bucatini with meatballs and the Chik'n Parm sandwich and they all loved their meals. I'd definitely want to come here again - this place checks all the boxes for service, food and atmosphere. read more

DC Vegan - Romantic lounge area - so dreamy - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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While the food was very good in the Botanical Bar, customer care was inappropriate: when we went to order dessert, we were told they needed our table in a few minutes. I've never had that happen and I don't believe our stay was too lengthy. Longer story.... I booked a reservation that day, options were 6 or 8pm and we went with 6pm. Nothing on website about reservation being limited to a time (ie 2 hours which I've seen). Showed up on time with party of 3. Ordered 2 apps, 3 mains, 5-6 drinks and its 7:38. We order 1 dessert to go and 1 dessert for the table. Waiter says we need your table at 7:45. We get our 1 dessert to go and the bill, linger to watch every table open in the Botanical Bar assuming for the 8pm reservations. read more

I don't know man but lettuce on a soup. I've never seen this before. The soup was not as soup in the menu, confusing and it said greens not lettuce. Gross. Oh and don't forget about the split refund that Never came back. Bad, bad. Overall. Not worthy at ALLLLLL!!!!!!!!! read more

This place is nice and quaint. The staff was friendly and attentive. The food wasn't bad. The mushroom omelette was a bit overpowering but had good flavor. The potato skins were tasty read more

DC Vegan - Menu - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food is unimaginably incredible! Highly recommend it! Honestly it's some of the best vegan food I've ever had period! read more

DC Vegan - Vegan Italian Wedding Soup and Warm Focaccia Bread - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Brunchin today for the first time was a treat! Isaiah our server was so sweet and excellent! I had an amazing breakfast bowl and my husband had the sausage and cheese frittata. We shared the most delightful French toast too. Everything was delicious. This is a small quaint place so you definitely need to make reservations. You won't regret it. Might I say that my husband isn't vegan, but left his plate clean. read more

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I tried this place for the first time. The ambiance was cute. Kinda dark. The customer service was good as well. The drinks were ok. The espresso martini (forgot the actual name) was not that great, but the strawberry negroni was good and strong. The food was not that great though. The king trumpet calamari could have been really good if it was seasoned. The only thing that made it good was the marinara sauce that came with it. The cheesecake was not good. I've had better vegan cheesecake. It didn't even have crust. read more

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Came here with family on a trip to DC, and was not disappointed! I've been following DC Vegan on instagram and was very excited to finally try. The Philly Jackfruit was absolutely amazing! The staff is super friendly, and I even got a DC Vegan shirt to commemorate the awesome experience. read more

DC Vegan - Philly Jackfruit - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Awesome vegan food. The fast casual restaurant makes this food affordable and quick. Had the cheeseburger and my husband had the chicken sandwich. Filled the spot. Plus fries are classically delicious. read more

Service was great, ambience was nice, I ate upstairs in the casual dining area. The food was very expensive and was good but not great. I had a chickn filet, mashed potatoes, and greens for $28. A meal I make at home that tastes much better and cost much less. A slice of cake was $12, they making a killing on one cake. I was on a trip in dc and wanted to try out a vegan spot while I was there. I was suppose to go to Planta cocina but changed to dc vegan at the last minute. I wish I had went to Planta. I feel like I payed a lot of money for a lil bit of food. read more

I just love the place: friendly staff members, delicious food and desserts, and a lovely environment. You won't regret it :)

One of my absolute favorite places to have lunch. I've tried a few items (cauliflower wings, cheesesteak, potato wedges, calamari, cheesecake and chocolate cannoli) and most were delicious (didn't really care for the potato wedges, they were pretty bland in spite of the toppings). My absolute favorite thing on the menu and what I get the most is the choc covered cannoli. It never fails to hit the sweet tooth spot :) As the only vegan in my office, I introduced a coworker to DC Vegan, who loved everything he tried. I've also bought the cannoli for my daughter (23 yo non-vegan) and she loves it, as well. read more