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    Joyheart Cafe

    4.6 (93 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    braised mung bean noodles
    Tsu-Li L.

    Came here on a Saturday at lunch time. A few tables were already taken, but we didn't have to wait for a spot. The waitress came quickly to take our orders but we weren't ready yet so she came a few minutes later. They have two sections of the menu: vegan and vegetarian (ovo-lacto vegetarian). Both have rice and noodle dishes. I got the braised mung bean noodles under the vegan section and my friend got the vegetarian eel rice under the vegetarian section. The eel rice came out a lot quicker than the noodles. Both the rice and noodles came with some seasoned edamame on the side. The braised noodles had carrots, daikon, shiitake mushroom, cabbage and fried tofu skin (though not crispy since it's already in the soup). The flavor was more subtle than the bright red color would suggest, and tasted savory-sweet from the vegetables. It's quite a big portion! The eel rice came with bokchoy, pumpkin and some salad. We also got drinks from the Orange Tabby cafe, but you have to order it from the counter and pick it up yourself. Although, you can see the counter from all the seats, so you won't miss your order. There's some pop music playing, but it was quiet enough where you can hold a conversation. The cafe is located inside a vegetarian focused supermarket, which is inside a plaza so there's also plenty of parking. Would definitely come back to check out the other dishes!

    Cin-Yee S.

    Birthday lunch here with my mostly vegetarian Taiwanese mother (who does not cook with salt or oil, and wants everything as organic and natural as possible - like to the point that she never let us wear non-cotton clothing growing up). Everything was well/-prepared and satisfying! My mother only complained a little bit that her Three Cup Oyster Mushroom had been prepared with too much flavor (she does not like any kind of sauce or seasoning). The women running the cafe were very patient with her and answered all of her questions about the food preparation and assured her that there would be vegetarian side dishes. Overall, a win. Afterwards, we browsed the adjoining grocery store's offerings, and she read all the ingredient lists on the packaging to her heart's content. If you have someone in your life who buys $22 organic soy sauce instead of the Kikkoman like me, and insists on scent-free natural detergent, this is the place for you.

    Rainbow noodle
    Relee L.

    This place is so sweet and endearing- service is great, from the orange tabby drink bar across the room and the ladies at the front for joyheart's food. All the food here is vegetarian or vegan, and delicious- super light, but still well seasoned food that doesn't leave you feeling bloated. The drinks are also amazing, would recommend the hojicha and tabby lattes. Everything feels like it's made with care and you feel at home- 10/10 would recommend for a healthy food break

    3 cup mushroom
    Rita W.

    surprisingly filled up during a weekday lunch - there's a few tables outside, and plenty booths inside literally was my first time having fake meat & the waitress explained everything p well lol basically all the "meat" is some sort of tofu also they automatically give hot water which is like the most Asian mom thing ever 3 cup mushroom - 9/10 not bad actually was just mushrooms w 3 cup sauce vegetarian eel - 7/10 tried on the recommendation of a coworker lol was not satisfactory if you expect eel, but honestly it's not too bad for tofu meat - if anything maybe I wish there was more sauce bc the tofu itself felt slightly burnt? I get that they're tryna imitate eel in that regard but I don't think that worked out too well all the food came out piping hot & I def burnt myself finished the majority of my meal and the carnivore stomach didn't feel satisfied lol like it was full volume wise but it felt like nothingness honestly would come again if I went vegetarian but I don't foresee that happening like anytime ever

    Water & Black Tea Topped Cream
    Min C.

    Despite walking in 15 minutes prior to closing I received a warm service and the eel, oh wow the eel, was amazing! Highly recommend - since I already consume some plant-based "meat" products I couldn't tell any difference but the presentation is beautiful and appears very healthy. Of course, I recommend looking around the grocery shop before/ afterwards.

    Vegetarian White Ribbon Fish
    Dang L.

    Nice clean balanced food. My mom is a super picky vegan and this meet all her requirements - vegan, no onions/garlic. Service was good, attentive enough but not too attentive. All the dishes are below. Love the side of pickle veggies. My noodles were very flavorful along with the vegan minced proteins so the bland veggies balanced the flavors well. Food had good flavors. Couldn't ask for more. Also has clean restrooms. I will be back to try more things. I really enjoy it and see why people have it such a good rating.

    Vegetarian Crispy Chicken  Japanese-Style Eel Rice
    John G.

    If you're into vegetarian food, this is a nice little spot only open for a few hours during lunch. The food here is amazing. We tried at Eel Rice and fried Chicken rice plates. All plates come with some vegetable sides. Service in here is decent, I believe it's mostly volunteers from what I've heard.

    Vegetarian Crispy Chicken & Japanese-Style Eel Rice
    Thalia M.

    Growing up I've always gone to the temple once in awhile with my family and was able to try the wide variety of vegetarian dishes that were available. My mom also cooked up some dishes at home as well! This was my first time trying different vegetarian dishes as I've always been used to the Vietnamese cuisine. What we ordered: Japanese Style Eel Rice: 4/5 Right off the bat, this dish looked almost exactly like freshly grilled eel. It was mind-blowing. I also absolutely enjoy bok choy and was so glad that it came with it as well as some stir fried bean sprouts (just like my mom makes)! The "eel" itself was very meaty and flavorful, however, it had a slight sour taste to it. I enjoyed this dish nonetheless. Three Cup Chicken: 4.6/5 The "chicken" looked like sweet and sour chicken from Chinese takeout which was so cool. The texture was quite similar to the "eel" as well. I enjoyed the seasoning and glaze on this much more! I would order this again.

    Enjoyed the food very much. We also got the matcha next to it. Also very excellent. Parking is excellent. Will come again for other in the menu. I do recommend this place

    Winter Melon Milk ($3.50)
    Alisa B.

    Very cute little Taiwanese cafe hidden away in a plaza. They have an entirely vegan and vegetarian menu! My favorite is definitely their Japanese-Style Eel Rice. I have never seen such a place have vegetarian eel, so I was very curious! The texture is very different than your typical unagi, but the flavor is definitely there. I highly recommend trying it at least once! KEEP IN MIND: The imitation eel is coated in egg, so it's not vegan. I also tried the Minced Pork Noodles, which were a HUGE portion and had lots of seasoning (so flavorful!!!)... but I must say, it was VERY OILY and did not taste anything like minced pork unfortunately. Definitely tasted like a five-spiced tofu stir fry. Still very delicious, just not what I expected.

    Eel Entree
    Andy N.

    Joyheart Cafe has really taken a piece of my heart. They are a vegetarian/vegan cafe that shares its roof with a grocery store. I don't know of many other Taiwanese vegan restaurants so I was excited to come and explore what dishes they would offer. I came here in search of a dish to take home to honor my brother who was vegan at the time of his passing. Since 2020, I've gone plant based and enjoy treating myself every now and then with vegan restaurant food. I'm also now posting this review on my own birthday. I'm also now posting this review on my own birthday. As I was browsing their menu from afar, there was one dish that caught my eye immediately: Japanese Style Vegan Unagi (Eel) ($12). I had to take a second glance and make sure that was correct... vegan. eel? The pictures looked great and I knew then and there that I had to get it for myself. I tried calling but nobody picked up the order so we decided to drive there anyways. Fortunately they were open. Damn. This vegan unagi was BOMB. It looked like unagi. It tasted like unagi. It felt like unagi. We took it home where we cooked up some brown rice and veggies to go along, and our meal was amazing. I'm not sure what type of meat substitute was used - perhaps some type of soy. But the way it was cooked up with their sauce made for an amazing dish, and a fraction of what 'real' unagi would typically cost at a restaurant. Needless to say, I was so happy we stopped by and I look forward to returning again. As of February 2021, they're only open from 11:00 - 14:00 on most days and unfortunately do not offer any of their vegan baked goods. I hope that they are able to sustain themselves through this pandemic and will hopefully have these options return as I'd love to try them one day.

    3 cups mushroom rice, minced pork noodles.
    Cindy L.

    One of our fav veg restaurants. Not many items on the menu, but we like whatever we ordered. Yes, a little oily, but the combination of the rice and veggie is very satisfying. We don't go very often as it only opens during lunch (11-2) M-Sat. I wish they would offer vegan options for some of the vegetarian dishes, such as the eel and 3 cups chicken.

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    All vegan goodness. There's also a little store area to buy vegan products to cook. Friendly staff. Adjacent to a buddhist temple.

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    Been here a couple of times and recommended for my vegetarian coworkers! they loved it :) Their braised noodle soup is my go to!

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    Good food, great service, nice environment, highly recommended here, they are open Sunday now!

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    Ask the Community - Joyheart Cafe

    When do you normally make and sale desserts?

    The dessert chef usually makes desserts on Wednesdays and Fridays. She also takes special orders.

    How much is the Totoro cake? Do I have to order in advance? Thank you!

    I don't think this cake is offered anymore.

    Can you provide pure vegetarian food without egg?

    Yes it's possible, just have to ask!

    Are the desserts vegan?

    Most of the desserts contain milk and eggs. We can make vegan desserts upon special order.

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