Harlow is one of those places that just gets it. Thoughtfully crafted, nourishing food that somehow manages to feel both indulgent and grounding at the same time. Every dish feels intentional -- fresh, balanced, and full of flavor without trying too hard. This is my must-go spot in Portland for healthy, plant-based comfort food that truly nourishes both my body and my soul. It's the kind of food that leaves you feeling satisfied, cared for, and energized -- not weighed down. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, perfect for lingering over good conversation and great coffee. Service is warm and attentive, never rushed, just genuinely kind. If you're looking for food that makes you feel good while still tasting amazing, Harlow is a Portland gem through and through. read more

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Note to self: cute and quaint interior, and lots of plants! Nice and quick fast casual lunch spot. Got the chipotle chili bowl and added BBQ tempeh. It was a bit of a flavor overload, and I should get something different next time (or leave off the tempeh). read more

What a delish nosh we had! After quite a bit of shopping in the Alphabet, we needed a little snack - and Harlow's was that spot! I love the interior - it's so darn cute and aesthetic inside! The servers were super helpful with great suggestions and a smile. We had smoothies and a biscuit that was savory and warm and delish! Will return. read more

Harlow - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Was very excited to try this place as it's vegan and gluten free! I 100% recommend the biscuits and gravy- it gives a thanksgiving feel. The flavor is great! The kale and veggies paired nicely. The only downfalls were the biscuits were to hard to cut with my fork. The inside of biscuit was soft but the outside was too hard; had to forcefully use my knife. The sweet potatoes were not soft, a bit crunchy. Unfortunately I did not like the walnut chorizo quesadilla. It was very messy to eat. Not sure if it was the cheese or sauce that was gritty, but I did not like the texture. Only had 2 bites of this dish. Nice ambiance. Customer service was ok. read more

Harlow - Walnut Chorizo Quesadilla - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I really had an overall great experience. After some time on this busy street, we stopped into Harlow to grab some food to go and I was happily excited to see the great options of seemingly plant based and focused vegan options, offering house made dishes. Me and my bestie got some chickpea tuna melt sandwiches with house made soup and a selection of fun different beverages offer in the fridges up front. The space / interior is beautiful with bright light peaking in, beautiful plants all around, big ceiling and unique features plus indoor and outdoor seating, some indoor being at the bar top. I'll look forward to eating there at some point and enjoyed the food we took to go. The sandwich was just a little more spiced than I'm used to and the soup was expected to be cream of potato but I think it was a misspeaks and as I said, I enjoyed the soup. read more

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While visiting Portland, my girlfriend and I were both wanting a quick pick-me-up snack that was healthy so we decided to stop by here after walking by it. The interior is nice and seems like a great place to have a chat with a friend or get some work done. The Sea of Blue was underwhelming. I understand it's a health-focused place but it tasted like 3 blueberries were crushed in a cup of water. In my opinion, definitely not worth +$10. The cashier seemed disinterested and was not really friendly. read more

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As always, the food here is great! I got the outlaw scramble which I found to be really tasty. The jackfruit was perfect for this dish. The portion size was very large which was nice, my party ended up just getting a couple dishes and sharing. I also tried the strawberry pancakes which were also good! I wish there were more smoothie options without banana. I ended up getting their monthly special Pride smoothie which I was pleased to see had the trans flag colors! I found the smoothie itself to be not very sweet (contrary to what the vibrant colors would imply). Overall, I had a very nice experience and I would go again (and again!). read more

Harlow - Pride Smoothie - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I have been craving the Hawthorne mac with chili for so long now, finally had it again today! I should have asked for more kale with mine but totally forgot! Harlow is definitely my go to for vegan Mac n cheese! They have amazing selections for smoothies but that's worth a try! Always my go to for vegan option food if that's what you're going for! Give it a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

Harlow - Chipotle Chili Bowl - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I was looking for something clean and healthy that wouldn't weigh me down while exploring, so I stopped in and ordered a quinoa dish with veggies. Honestly, it's definitely more for the hardcore vegan or vegetarian crowd. It just wasn't for me. If I were into that style of food, I think I'd love it, but I was hoping for a bit more flavor. It didn't seem like there were any spices or even salt and pepper added, so it was pretty bland. The smoothie, on the other hand, was great and basically became my meal. I'd consider going back to try something different, but I wouldn't have high expectations next time. read more

Harlow - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Just stopped by to grab a quick juice to go with my husband and it was great! I got a carrot and beet juice (the rising) as well as a the sweet greens drink. The service was nice and the ambiance was light and pleasant. A nice spot for a fresh juice! read more

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The food at Harlow is just simply delicious. They know how to do gluten-free and vegan so it tastes amazing. You don't have to be a vegan to love this food and I'm not vegan! I recommend the bowls, the tempeh, the detox smoothie. Lots of choices with lots of sides and additions so you can customize your food anyway you want. Really the only downside is that it's a bit expensive. I posted a picture of my detox smoothie which was $11 including the tip that the credit card machine prompts me to choose, and their own wellness fee they add to every order which I think was around 5%. So, major sticker shock here but it's food you can trust. read more

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Food was yummy, if not a bit pricey. I suppose that's to be expected at a spot like this. The bowl I got was good, and I highly recommend trying the tahini dressing if you get a salad. Seating is plentiful. Food is delivered to the table, and you are obligated to bus your own table. read more

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Staff was lovely. I've had a golden latte before and it was good. I even like th cafe and location. Why so few stars? The cookies, like many other reviews. They're terrible. Dry and crumbly for both the peanut butter and the trail cookies. I understand the trail can be difficult, but even non-gluten free cafes can make a gluten free peanut butter cookie. I couldn't even finish it, and I refuse to waste food. At least after that cookie I don't need a colonoscopy for another five years, since the cookie definitely scrubbed my internals like a peanut butter brillo pad. read more

Harlow - Dry Bones Peanut Butter Cookie - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Food is good, casual ambiance with no service. You order the food at the counter and then bus the table yourself. I enjoyed my jackfruit garden scramble in pesto. It reminded me of the jackfruit torta I love from another place. Food is good and a must try especially if you are vegan. However, because there is no cleaning, the tables are generally untidy from the food residue. I hope they add some cleaning at least. PS: They do have eggs in their menu, however, if you want just the whites, that is not an option, which seems ergonomic approach from the chef's perspective but I did find a person on the next table complaining about it. read more

Harlow - Pesto garden scramble with jackfruit and quinoa - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Food here was amazing. I truly have no words for how good it is. My friends and i came here two days in a row. We all came from seattle and no vegan/vegetarian restaurant here could compare. Also if anyone if turned off by it being gluten free it truly is not even noticeable i didnt even realize until my second visit. Service is quick and its not too expensive. We def want to come back on future trips read more

Harlow - Bahn mi and pesto pasta - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I liked Harlow before the Pandemic. Many of the menu items that I knew and loved are no longer offered. In addition the prices went up around the Pandemic, and I think for the food offered a complete rip off. I ordered the Utopian Dream salad, and the dream was a nightmare of sorts. I expected all these amazing flavors and ingredients. For almost $15 to have a bowl of mostly kale is a joke . I even thought they got my order incorrect. I didn't taste really any of the ingredients except for Kale, salad dressing, and some kind of shredded carrots, and something else I think green papaya not for sure. It was like 50 cents of ingredients. The staff is nice, but on the slow slide. I don't think they have enough staff. The sign of a greedy and cheap owner. So, I feel for the staff. The decor is nice, and I like the layout of the place, and all the living plants. Fitting since it's a plant based restaurant. I used to love this place, but I think it's really gone down hill with quality, flavors and price. Not a place I plan on returning to! read more

I found Harlow through Yelp and I am so glad I did! I needed a break from the usual food options like pizza and burgers. I was looking for veggie filled goodness and that's exactly what I found at Harlow. I ordered the pesto garden scramble. It had quinoa, farm fresh eggs scrambled with seasonal vegetables, roasted yams, potatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms, & kale with a walnut basil pesto. I opted out of the roasted walnuts on top. The serving size was a lot larger than I expected. It is a splittable dish. I enjoyed all of the different flavors and textures in this bowl. The pesto was a great sauce for all of the veggies and eggs. I loved this bowl! I also ordered the flamango smoothie. It came with strawberry, mango, banana and almond milk. It was refreshing. The interior of Harlow is really cute and inviting. It has lights, plants, and wooden tables. There is also bar style seating. Parking is street parking and we were lucky to park right in front. The employees did not greet us or say much to us except take our order. I loved the food at Harlow and would definitely return. It's a great option for vegan, gluten-free, and healthy food! read more

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We went here because my friend has celiacs and another is vegetarian. The food here was amazing, filling, and the portions were so generous. The decor was extremely fun and the staff were helpful! Everything we had here was very good and definitely good for some clean eating! read more

Gluten free review: Welcome to funky, fun, good feeling Portland! This place is fun and feels friendly. They were very knowledgeable about my allergies and when they didn't know, they were happy to look it up. No making you feel bad at all! They were happy to help. Both meals were delicious! Thank you Harlow for your along food for everyone! read more

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I was craving a good vegan mac and cheese, so I'm glad I was able to find one here! I've been eager to try this spot for a while because I love health conscious foods and drinks. Along with the Hawthorne Mac, I ordered the Rising juice. The juice was a mix of naturally sweet fruits and carrots with a hint of ginger. The Hawthorne Mac had a pleasant cheesy flavor that is reminiscent of a real cheese mac and cheese. There was a nuttiness about it that made it unique and added a bit of crunch for some extra texture. It was quite large so I was able to get at least a couple meals out of the one serving. Next time, I would love to try their bowls! read more

Harlow - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I've been eating out so much that it's that time again to watch what I put in my body. I decided that I needed more greens in my life, so I thought I would pop into one of Portland's more popular plant based cafes and juice bar. I ordered the Betty Bowl with their house made lemon ginger dressing. The Betty Bowl is grain based (quinoa or brown rice) but full of kale. This bowl definitely met my expectations in my health food checklist and tasted great. I also ordered a smoothie to go with my meal, which really brightened my day. With food like this, I can be converted to a vegetarian. Lol, I am not going to though, there's still too many food options in Portland to try. If you feel the need to replenish your greens or at least feel good about what you put in your body, I recommend Harlow. read more

Harlow - Betty bowl - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wonderful order at the counter, food brought in a jiffy, homemade and tastes like it is prepared with passion and love, wonderful period music at a nice low volume, quiet, plenty of seating opening at counter or tables. Bus your own table and serve yourself water and take out boxes. Prices reasonable and quality healthy food . EAT THE BISCUIT!!!! And try the bowls and smoothies and breakfast!! So many CHOICES!!! read more

Harlow - Bahn Mi with chips and salsa side - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Casual counter-service restaurant, nicely decorated and cozy. The menu is mostly vegan except for a few dishes where they use eggs. They have good options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The service was okay. Not the friendliest staff but they weren't overtly rude or anything. My food came out quickly enough. I had to remind them about my drink which then took another minute or two but that's not a big deal. I got the seasonal pasta (butternut squash, mushrooms, spinach in sage cream sauce), a ginger pineapple soda, and a no-bake cookie. The pasta and soda were really good. The sauce was super rich and had a texture that I loved. It was a pretty big plate but with lots of vegetables so it wasn't just a massive pile of pasta. I liked that the ginger soda was more zingy and dry than sweet. The no-bake cookie was not very cookie-like, it was really more like a (cookie-shaped) chocolate bar with seeds and dried fruit. Very dense. It was too big for me to finish the whole thing in one go. It was okay but not what I expected, which is kind of my fault for not taking a closer look when I picked it out. They do have some "regular" (baked) cookies which looked good. Overall my impression of the food was positive so I would definitely come back if I lived in Portland. read more

Harlow - Seasonal Pasta, Ginger Pineapple Soda - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Stopped here for a late lunch. The place was very cute, lots of plants and greenery around the place made for a fun atmosphere. My husband and I ordered the beet reuben sandwich with a side of tomato/red pepper soup, and a savory mushroom biscuit, all to share. I wasn't super hungry but wanted to try the place while we were in town. It was SO much food, and so filling, for just over $20. I felt like the price for how full we left was impressive for the area. Everything was absolutely delicious. The biscuit ended up being 2 biscuits, served with both butter and jam. Would definitely go back if I were in the area. read more

Amazing fresh flavors. Lovely quaint sweet spot 23rd Ave view on a cloudy winter day with calm music, inviting aroma of fresh produce will make your Sunday morning turn into a wonderful day read more

Harlow - Garden Scramble - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Flavorful hearty vegan food. I went to Prasad 7 years ago and recognized some of the dishes, glad to find out the restaurant is by the same owner and enjoyed the same curry dish! The curry is bursting with flavor with steamed kale and veggies on a bed of brown rice. Great way to enjoy veggies! The Mac and Cheese has a bit of tangy flavor with lots of seasoning. The Liquid Sunshine with OJ, mango, pineapple, and coconut oil was a bit bland while my niece seem to enjoy the Matcha Do About You. Will be back when I'm in the area! read more

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This place has some unique and healthy food options. Not many protein options besides eggs but salads and grains dishes are seasoned well and supplemented with tasty sauces. Smoothies are also good. I tried the pink flamengo smoothie, which was good. It didn't blow me away but it was a good simple smoothie. I also got the urban bowl and miss read the menu. I wish it had some grains in combination with the greens but it was a healthy food option for the area. My wife's food choice, the pesto green scramble, was better. If I were to go back, I would try another scramble or get that pesto scramble dish. Good luck with the street parking when visiting this location! read more

Harlow - The Urban Bowl - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Came here with a couple of friends who have significant food allergies. We were really excited to try out things we knew were safe for them to eat. This is a cute cafe style eatery with significant space inside and shaded and unshaded seating outside along the sidewalk. While it is spacious inside, the seating is mostly 2-tops and bar style seating. It would be difficult to bring a large group here, but seems like a good spot for a health conscious couple getting weekend brunch. I got the outlaw scramble and the mushroom steamer, and my friends got the biscuits and gravy with a side of tempeh and the Mac and cheese with chili. My friend who got the biscuits and gravy was very impressed by them. She shared a bit with me and I have to say it was pretty good. I might even like it better than regular biscuits and gravy. She also shared the tempeh with me, and it was probabbly the most flavorful item there. Quite tasty. It was sweet and umami and had a great mouth feel. That said, I really regretted my own order of the outlaw scramble. It wasn't very flavorful, the raw kale was jarring and a weird contrast to the other textures, and the eggs weren'tcooked very well. There was supposedly jalapeño sauce on it, but it was not spicy at all. It also wasn't a scramble; a scramble usually involves cooking all the ingredients together. This was just eggs on top of all the other ingredients, which had not been cooked. It would have been more accurate to call it a bowl. Even the mushroom steamer was bland. The spices were nice and subtle, but there was no hint of the puff coffee or the cardamom agave syrup. It just tasted like lightly spiced almond milk. My friends and I also all felt as though the staff here felt inconvenienced by our presence. The person at the register seemed mildly annoyed that she had to talk to us when we each placed our orders. There was also no check in to see how the food was after it was dropped off at our table. Overall, I found the service lacking, and while some of the food was very good and all of it was very healthy and offered lots of options to people with food sensitivities; some of it was unpalatable and poorly described on the menu. I might give this place another try to see if I can find better items on the menu, and I know my friends will be back, but it's definitely not high up on my list of places to eat. read more

Harlow - Mushroom Steamer - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Friendly staff familiar enough with the menu to make recommendations. Quiet, relaxed atmosphere. read more

Harlow - Outlaw Scramble (with jackfruit & quinoa), Sweet Greens Juice - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I loved the matcha lemonade! Super tasteful and refreshing. Loved the ambiance of the place; it was modern and monochromatic and lots of plants. The cashier was sweet to us. I would recommend for refreshing drinks for sure! read more

Harlow - Matcha Lemonade and Matcha Latte with oat milk - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

As a gluten-free pescatarian, I love that I can peruse the whole menu! The biscuits and gravy are my go-to brunch item, featuring New Cascadia biscuits. I have also enjoyed the honey lemonade and the adaptogenic mushroom hot chocolate, although the latter could use some sea salt to enliven the palate. My spouse enjoyed his avocado on a toasted everything bagel, and we both enjoy the Missionary Chocolates cookies for sale. Friendly staff. Grab a table on the back patio if you can. read more

So nice to have a place that's dedicated gluten-free, and its dairy-free menu and attention to other dietary restrictions make it a go-to for me and my friends, who all have our own autoimmune disorders and sensitivities It's amazing how a lot of flavor is created with simple ingredients; i especially notice that with the pesto garden scramble, which is a go-to if I want something really filling. The tofu banh mi is another favorite. I'm so impressed with the gluten-free baguette--soft yet able to support the sandwich contents (until the sauce makes it too soggy, but that's not the bread's fault). the only dish i've been disappointed with is the betty bowl. i think that should just be classified as a salad when very little beans and rice are incorporated and it's mostly veggies. the sea vegetables also threw me off but maybe others would like i like their smoothies and matcha too. visited harlow when i was just visiting portland as a tourist and knowing portland had multiple gf options like this was one of several factors that helped me decide portland was the place for me to live read more

Harlow - Pesto garden scramble - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Rude service...got our orders mixed up...add a $2. Health fee (I guess eating there means subsidizing their health insurance?) ordered the banh mi $14.50 which was a super thick slab of tofu on a bun with a sweet sauce on it and hardly any pickled carrots or radishes YUCK! Hubby got the beet reuben $14.50 which wasn't like a reuben at all??? It was sickening sweet and the sauerkraut must of been in short supply because it was basically nonexistent. Had the chili side, sweet again(we're vegan and trying to eliminate sugar) & hubby had a salad side, you guessed it, sweet dressing. Won't return read more

Conceptually great food but poor execution at a premium price. The tofu scramble bowl was really tasty, but it was a gloopy mess that the crumbly masa tortillas couldn't handle. A better vehicle would have been rice or any bread with acutal structure. The serving size was maybe half a bowl, not worth the $20 unfortunately... read more

Efficient option when you're strolling 23rd. Line moves quickly, staff are friendly even when clearly very busy. Nice green juice options. The friend who recommended this place LOVES the food options. read more

Usually don't leave reviews, but I was really disappointed in the quality today. I've frequented both Harlow locations for the last 4 years--even applied to work in their kitchen--and have typically really enjoyed the food, with their bowls being my go to. However, what I received today was quite a let down for the price. Overcooked, mushy quinoa, undercooked, almost raw vegetables, and barely drained greens/beans left the bowl drowning in liquid. Quite a disappointment for an almost $20 dish. read more

Would not recommend. Not only was the food flavorless, the worst part was the way I was treated. I ordered the betty bowl and wanted to add tempeh but the person working at the register must have not heard. I kindly let someone working know that I did not receive my tempeh and they acted like it was the biggest inconvenience to have to go heat it up. Megan was unhelpful and will definitely not be seeng me at Harlow on NW 23rd again. Food was again, nasty. read more

For context of my review.... I'm not a vegetarian. Though I do love a good power foods bowl and like to eat healthy, flavorful vegetarian dishes. I've eaten at vegetarian / vegan establishments before and found dishes so terrific I come back for them. This didn't happen for me at Harlow. We needed an early dinner before catching a flight and stopped by for something. Honestly, I wasn't too excited to order, because I wasn't in the mood for a smoothie and nothing else really called to me. I ended up ordering the pesto garden scramble with jackfruit. I love pesto! At first, I was enjoying the meal all right. But about 1/2 through I couldn't eat anymore. It just didn't come together for me like other bowls I've had of a similar vein. Maybe it was the jackfruit not blending well with the pesto, the kale was nearly raw. Maybe it's just me. My friend ordered the utopian dream salad and she commented that the noodle base was tough and needed to have been cooked more. I'd try a smoothie here, but other than that it's not my kind of place. Vegetarians/vegans likely have a whole different take on the place, so if that's you, give their reviews more weight. As for the dining experience, ambiance was fine. It's fast casual. Order your food, then sit. They bring your food out to you. Staff was pleasant enough. read more

Harlow - Pesto garden scramble with jackfruit / quinoa - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Alice was extremely helpful and kind. Really took the time to talk us through the menu. Made us feel very cared for. Loved the Betty bowl and the quesadilla. Excellent recommendation. They even have eggs if you eat eggs. Good cafe, excellent music and ambiance read more

Healthy delicious food. Smoothie options are a mix of popular mixes to some unique options. Not too sweet and yet flavorful Vegan and vegetarian options in food and drink. No dairy milk means no up charge for almond and oat milk. They may make their almond milk in house. Plenty of seating inside and some outdoor tables. Food is so good. See menu. We love the salads and bowls both for breakfast and lunch. (Even take home for dinner later ) Kind stuff. Helpful with questions. Though didn't seem to have good answer or as much patience when I asked about the chai- which can vary from spicy to traditional like typical Indian chai - milky, thr flavors etc. since I couldn't get clarity on it we skipped it. Great location on 23rd in cool Nob hill Smoothies can take a bit if busy but worth it. We return here every time we are back in Portland read more

Harlow - Speicals - Vegetarian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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