"Delightful vegan restaurant on Crabtree Blvd in Raleigh"…read more I'd heard of this for years and was happy to finally give it a try on a Saturday for lunch ~1:30pm. The restaurant is a bit set off from a strip mall, and has a small outdoor seating area. The inside has high ceilings and is airy, and is nicely decorated (I also enjoyed the "sci-fi themed" wallpaper in one restroom stall). We were greeted quickly and given a table right away. The specials on the wall sounded amazing-- it was hard to believe they were all vegan with burgers, bbq, "chicken", and more on there. We opted for simple-- the special cantaloupe soup for an appetizer and burgers (impossible) for lunch. Mine came with chips, and my girlfriend's came with mac and cheese. Food came out in maybe 15 minutes. The cantaloupe soup was AMAZING... perfect for a summer day... super refreshing and tasty. The cheeseburgers were good too-- well dressed with an aioli, if I remember right, as well as fresh lettuce, tomatoes, etc. I appreciated that I didn't have to pop a lactase, too, since all vegan! The chips I think were store-made and were absolutely tasty-- we got a lot too and snacked off them for the next few days. And my girlfriend liked the mac and cheese. Service was friendly throughout, and cups were refilled. And I felt the prices were reasonable for what we got. Overall, I'd DEFINITELY come back and am eager to try some of their fake meat dishes like the BBQ.

Great ambience, friendly staff, variety of options and some unique cocktails. Apps and drinks came…read moreout fast but a long gap before our main dishes came out and we had to ask for them. Cornmeal battered mushrooms- good portion size, delicious and a hit. Mess of collards- large portion, didnt see any bacon at all and the apple cider vinegar element was strong. Onions could have been chopped smaller. Meatloaf plate- very flavorful, the smoked local potatoes were a star too. It came with more collards Southern plate- this plate was a disappointing flop. Popcorn chkn (fried seitan) lacked salt and any flavor in the batter but the vessel had potential. Mashed potatoes were a little cold and also no flavor or salt. Coleslaw needed any flavor. Sauteed vegetables were plenty but again, zero salt or seasoning coming through. The hushpuppies had potential just needed to be a little smaller or a different shape to be balanced. Drinks: Flower and Flame- just a tad heavy handed on the smoke spritz G and Tea- this was delicious and I switched to this after tasting my wife's. Cardamom, mint and lemon make this refreshing!

AMAZING menu. MAX Delicious. SUPER VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY. and the best prices I've seen…read moreall up and down I-85!!! The owner was so kind , she took my order as I'm flying down the highway and didn't miss a beat! I'm so GLAD I FOUND THIS PLACE. It's the best food in the metropolitan area by FAR. And the smoothies!? GOOD LORD they are good. The wrap and smoothie was so dang good, I bought some self care items from her shelves! It's a whole store in there too!! SIX AND A HALF DAM STARS‼ I definitely recommend you find out for yourself. The new KING OF HENDERSON, Vegan Mami for the WIN‼‍

You walk in and it smells amazing, she has wellness products on the left and on the right is…read moredelicious treats like unreal. We tried her collard greens, sweet potatoes, noodles and bbq jackfruit! The 100% soursop juice was delicious! Only 4$ each. I am obsessed! It was so good we ate it up! Definitely a must stop and while we're in North Carolina our regular stop! I highly recommend and cannot wait to go back!! I went back with a friend and had the jackfruit quesadilla it was so delicious! Another stop! Came at the perfect time to try the gumbo! It was delicious! The flavors on point! Got the sun kissed smoothie and mm I need another! Sea moss is in the smoothie too! Breakfast slider! Belgium waffles, chickpea scramble, sausage, cheeze, and maple syrup!! The Mac n cheeze is so good! The owner was really kind and I love her food!

I finally got to try Eden's Vegan while the food truck was in my neighborhood. I wanted to try…read moreother things but I couldn't get clear feedback on the ingredients. The male in the truck was a bit vague (seemed in a rush or not willing to share) I do understand as mentioned that most things were made with soy excluding the bread and cake I purchased, so I finalized my purchase without buying anything outside of desserts. I would have liked a more details on the preparation of the other items. The pumpkin bread and the zucchini cake were delicious. My Mom even enjoyed the zucchini cake and she's not a fan of zucchini and didn't know it was vegan. Very satisfying.

The food was fantastic! The service stellar! Just wish the people who visit this business would…read moretake full advantage of the excellent food prepared here!

Absolutely delicious buffet today. I feel like I'm going to pop…read moreWonderful experience. I'll be back.

Stopped here a few weeks ago to try the food based on reviews. If you enjoy Vegan food this is a…read moregood try but for me was not a big fan. The owner was super nice and accommodating though. I tried the meatballs and they were not what I expected and covered with a lot of barbecue sauce. The grilled pita bread that accompanied the dish was spot on. The set up inside is nice and the location is easy to find.

Pure Vegan completely surprised me, in the best way! I am not vegan but discovered them during a…read morefast. Everything I've tried has been incredibly flavorful, and even if you're not vegan, I think you'd genuinely enjoy the food here. The chorizo tacos were probably my biggest surprise. They were so flavorful and had such a convincing texture that I literally had to remind myself they were vegan! Definitely one of those dishes that makes you forget you're eating plant-based. I've also tried the sweet potato fries, vegan butter chicken, and their fresh juices, and everything has been delicious. The butter chicken is flavorful and comforting, while the fresh juices are a great complement to the meal. What I love most is that the food doesn't feel like it's sacrificing flavor just because it's vegan. Everything I've had has been satisfying, well-seasoned, and made me want to come back and try more of the menu. My favorites so far: Chorizo Tacos Vegan Butter Chicken Sweet Potato Fries Fresh Juices 5 stars! I'll definitely be back because I still have plenty more of the menu to explore!

We stopped here and grabbed a pick up order on our way south! Great stop, our order was accurate…read moreand ready on time. The cafe was steady busy. We were greeted promptly. I ordered the cauliflower wings which were more like vegetable tempura with Indian spices and the kale salad. The salad was light and easy on the dressing. My husband got the chipotle chicken- it came with fries. Definitely seemed like a house made chicken. Like any good vegan, we got dessert too! Chipwich had a strawberry filling (and maybe a food coloring?) it was very good. The Belgium chocolate cheesecake was like a super fudgy brownie with a layer of cake on top!

My husband's vegetarian coworker recommended this restaurant and we decided to give it a chance. He…read moreshould have hyped it up more because I thought it was amazing even as a an omnivore. My husband and I went on a late Saturday afternoon and we were seated immediately. We shared the Fido's Fries as an appetizer and I got the Chili Cheese Dogs as my entree. Almost everything could be made veggie or vegan so I asked for the dogs to be veggie. My meal also came with a side so I got the frickles (fried pickles). The Fido's Fries were beer battered fries, topped with cheese, bacon (we got the pork option but they have soy), scallions, & sour cream (on the side). The fries were absolutely delicious! I loved my chili cheese dogs as well. It was a very generous portion because it was two dogs and a ton of frickles. As a dog lover, I adored all of the dog art & statues around the place. The menu is even dog themed. I mean they call appetizers kibbles & bits. That could not be any cuter! There is indoor seating (with a bar) and outdoor seating. As you can probably already tell, the restaurant is dog friendly (with their outdoor area). They even have a dog friendly menu (called puppy meals). Service was superb! There is no dedicated parking lot but we easily found free parking a few blocks away. My mom is a vegan and we sometimes struggles to find creative meals when she visits. I will definitely be taking her here next!

Had lunch here the other day while visiting UNC. The atmosphere is comfortable and fun with the dog…read moreart. The menu was somewhat uninspired...nothing really sounded that good. My wife had the grilled chicken salad and I had the crab cakes. The only thing that was okay were the fries. The crab cakes were soggy and thin. Salad was pretty mid. One and done on this place!

AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING all around. All around great food and great service! The hot hunty…read morechicken sandwich is a MUST try!!! Andrew guided us through the menu and treated us like family! We can't wait to come back!

One of the top meals that I've had in the Triangle, and it was 100% vegan! The food was awesome,…read morebut what stood out even more was the service- the epitome of Southern hospitality. Since it was our first time at Pure Soul, the host gave us drinks on the house (we got Sweet Tea, Lemonade, and Root Beer). The tea and lemonade were on the sweeter side, but I enjoyed both. My sister liked the root beer, which was from Uncle's Scott's, a local NC brand. They also offer a discount for teachers, students, and veterans. For entrees, we got the: - Drumstix plate (BBQ, buffalo, or fried- included rice and a sauce): We chose fried- it was perfectly crispy, so tasty. Couldn't choose between hot honey and honey mustard, so they gave us both, again so nice. Rice was well-cooked. - Chicago burger (grilled onions, cheddar, pickles, tangy aioli): Classic! Enjoyed this overall. - Fried fish plate (includes rice, slaw & tartar sauce): This is funny, but this dish was a bit too fishy for me lol. But crazy how well they do their vegan alternatives. - BBQ plate ("pulled pork" in a sweet BBQ sauce, served with slaw): Probably my least favorite entree, I think the pork was too sweet for me, but it did balance with the slaw. We tried a bunch of sides, which from my most to least favorites were: Soul Mac (not too cheesy), Hushpuppies (crispy outside, pillowy inside), Rob's Favorite Cornbread (so moist), Sweet Potato Fries (classic), Bilbo's Greens, Blackeyed Peas & Veggies, and Nik's Candied Yams (too sweet for me). Ambiance is nice with both indoor and outdoor seating. Lots of parking available. 10/10 would recommend!

On a whim we decided to enjoy a road trip and Raleigh adventure. We started our day at this great…read morecoffee shop. The coffee shop is on a fairly busy street with street parking everywhere. It's a cozy and comfortable place with inside and outdoor seating. They serve several types of coffee blends and other beverages. They also have a limited pastry and baked goods selection. After ordering our cold brew, macchiato, and chocolate croissant we sat in some comfortable chairs in an area with shelves full of neat and quirky items to peruse while waiting for our order. While waiting a section of the bookcases opened as a family walked out. Didn't realize it was there. Not sure what's back there, but pretty interesting nonetheless. Picked up our orders and sipped over a conversation for lunch and hitting some open houses. The cold brew was very good. The croissant was fluffy and tasty, which paired well with the strength of the macchiato. This is a great little place to enjoy coffee and conversation or read a book. There were a few patrons working on their laptops as well. Pretty cool place overall. Recommend trying this place.

Cute spot! I ordered an iced pistachio latte and it was yummy. The barista was friendly and they…read moreseem to be dog friendly as well. I came here to kill some time and read, so i wondered through the shop. The ambience is very cozy, and they had a cover patio (though it was kind of rainy that day). There was also a little room with tchotchkes for sale, and the tea room (I poked my head in just to see and the employee was ~ not amused ~ oops). I'd say this is great if you want to stop in for coffee and chat with a friend. I'd also love to book tea sometime, as it's a cool concept! This wouldn't be on my list for a solo coffee trip, as it was hard to find a comfortable corner to read a book.

Great food! I love knowing I can eat everything on the menu without searching for vegan items. It's…read moreALL vegan!

Let me start by saying I'm a meat lover and carnivore to the fullest, and I haven't had a lot of…read moreexperience with vegan food. Mike's has truly made me a vegan food lover! I went with 2 hot dogs today to get a taste of something meaty but not meat, a Carolina and an Hola Amigo. Carolina came with chili, cole slaw, onions and American cheese. Hola Amigo was fully loaded with guac, sour cream, jalapeños, banana peppers and nacho cheese. Before diving in, I had an assumption that all ingredients tasted similar to their meat or dairy counterparts. I couldn't believe how tasty all of this was. Hot dogs, tasted like hot dogs. Chili and cheese the same. These were two delicious and fully loaded dogs that I'd put up with the best of them. I'm looking forward to trying their juicy looking burgers next time. I will never give up meat or dairy, but Mike's has single handedly opened my palate to vegan food. If you're vegan, this is your spot. If you're a meat lover like me, definitely come and give this one a try. You'll be glad you made that leap.

Food was great, my daughter approved it, birria mulitas, queso tacos were delicious and the consome…read morewas amazing. The ambiance was very laid back nice place. Service was fast. One last thing the aguas frescas hit the spot.

I went here for the first time because i have been wanting to try Los Angeles style birria tacos!…read moreWhen i walked in it already smelled good , i ordered birria tacos of course but it was a litttleee pricy. The birria tacos were so good, juicy and flavorful. The red (spicy) sauce was also good ! Great experience