Just finally made my pilgrimage here to NYMVC and let me tell you, I'm considering moving to Salem just to be near it! I was greeted by the friendliest service I've experienced in a long time. Ordered the seasoned fries (KILLER) and a generously stuffed, incredibly tasty Italian sub. Can't wait to go back, and I hope the owners and their staff get all the support they deserve. read more

I hate to write a bad review about a vegan place because they are few and far between, but OMG the service here is terrible. Was introduced to this place recently by a friend, and had a GREAT GF vegan wrap there. I had been craving it for weeks so we hopped in the car and drove out there from Boston in Friday evening traffic (IYKYK). They were open until 7:00p - we arrived at 6:28 and were informed that they turned the grill and fryers off. We asked when they do that....6:25. First of all - if you're open until 7, be open until 7. Pay your staff to clean and power down stuff after 7. If you're open until 6:25 then write that somewhere and we will go elsewhere (or not drive for OVER AN HOUR to get there). The annoying part is that the person at the counter could not care less that weren't getting helped. "Oh, sorry." It's sad, cause I'm still craving that wrap, but I'll have to find my fix somewhere else. read more

Okay; this is a tough place to review because you want to encourage vegan community, but you also don't want to go someplace and be treated like you shouldn't bother the staff. Positive: the food is great, I've eaten here four times and everything is wonderful. Inbetween: they have tshirts and merch; poorly arranged, but this part has a lot of potential. Negative: the staff has the worst attitude I've ever encountered in a vegan restaurant. There is this one shorter person with died hair at the register and either she hates her job, hates her life, or just hates the customers but I've never seen a worse attitude problem at the front counter. If she worked for me she would be fired in a day. Every person I've encountered who work there have the absolute worst attitude issues, no customer service skills at all. Also, those 11:00AM opening hours in a weekend are awful. This place has a lot of potential for greatness but there needs to be an employee shake up and a real manager needs to be brought in. read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - Breakfast sandwich and home fries - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

OMG! Fresh baked goodies right out of the oven!? Nothing is better then that!! So glad I was there when I was to experience this. Careful, taking a piece of super delicious blueberry muffin w/ the heat smoke coming out of it. So many damn blueberries, wow! The warm gooey chocolate chip cookie was melt in your mouth amazing! The breakfast sandwich was super tasty & since I don't do anything spicy, subbed for mayo instead & it was delish. No matter what you get you can't go wrong. I don't understand Salem's weird thing of businesses being closed Tues/Wed instead of usual Monday. Weird. Either way get here before they close at 5pm, you don't wan to miss this gem of a vegan cafe!! Now if we could only have them in Boston. read more

Food was decent, not my favorite vegan place but satisfied my hunger. The place was very casual and in a perfect area for exploring Salem. read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - Chick'n Caesar Wrap - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

One of the only vegan spots in Salem, I knew I needed to try this, and although I was initially stunned by the higher prices ($17 for a burger with an additional $5-7 to add on fries), the portions are quite generous, and I really enjoyed the food. The crispy chickn sandwich was cooked to the perfect texture, arrived hot, and had just the right amount of sauce. I got chips instead of fries which were only $2.25, going to show how they probably make their money. I also got their apple cider ($5.50) which was quite refreshing and aromatic. Overall, the food was so delicious but like most of Salem, prices are jacked up! read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - Crispy Chick'n Sandwich and chips ($19 total) - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Salem has understandably developed its city's economy around the infamous witch trials. And while it does take effort to look past the kitsch to learn about this terrible history, you don't have to look far to find amazing vegan food. Not Ya Mama's Vegan, recently relocated from Worcester, serves the BEST vegan chick'n patty. It's moist, plump, and thick and made fully in-house, confirmed by the nice man at the counter. So good, we got it on two dishes, the Caesar salad and the crispy chick'n sandwich. Not to discount its other offerings. It just means we're saving it for the next time we roll through (I'm looking at you, Reuben sandwich). NYMV is located on the north end of Witch City Mall, with a spacious dining area, and is not to be missed. read more

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The first time I ate here was fantastic. Ever since then I have eaten here two more times and attempted once more which I will elaborate on. Since then they have messed up my food EVERY time. The most recent being they gave me a not gluten free sandwich. If you have allergies do not go here. So now I have a sandwich I can't eat such a waste. Shame bc I really wanted to love this place and gave it a lot of chances. read more

Nice to have another vegan restaurant option North of Boston. Not Ya Mama's Vegan (formerly in Worcester) has opened up a new location in the original Jodi Bee's location which is just to the right of the main door to the Witch City museum. Tried an iced matcha, side of mac and cheese and a Rueben and all of the food was good. read more

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We came here to try their vegan food while visiting Salem for the day. This place is located close by to the visitor center (around the corner). There is plenty of indoor seating. We came around 1 pm and there were several tables available. This place promotes a LGBTQ+ friendly environment, which is great. Menus are located on the counter and you proceed to order at the counter, give your name, and the food is delivered to your table. The food is served well and tastes great! We got the crispy chicken sandwich, Reuben sandwich, an order of fries, and Mac n cheese. The restaurant staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall, I'd definitely come back when back in the area! read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - The Reuben, Full order French Fries, Mac n Cheese, Crispy Chick'n Sandwich - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Not Yo Mama's Vegan Cafe is hands down my favorite spot for plant-based eats on the North Shore! On my last visit I tried a special they were running, the vegan chicken wrap/taco pictured in my Yelp photo. At just $4.50 each, I grabbed two, and honestly I could have eaten a third. The "chicken" was tender and well seasoned, the veggies were fresh and crunchy, and the sauce tied everything together with just the right kick. Beyond the food, the staff was upbeat and helpful, and my order came out quickly even though the place was buzzing. Value wise, it's tough to beat. They have generous portions without breaking the bank. Whether you're a longtime vegan or just curious, Not Yo Mama's delivers bold flavors and a friendly vibe every time. Can't wait to go back and see what other creative specials they roll out next, highly recommend! read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - Test Item (chicken wrap/taco) - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

I can't say enough good things about this place. It's hands down my favorite vegan restaurant in all of New England. Every time I visit, I'm blown away by the creativity, quality, and flavor packed into every dish. You can tell the ingredients are fresh, thoughtfully sourced, and prepared with real care. The menu has a perfect balance of comfort food favorites and unique, chef-driven creations you won't find anywhere else. Plus, the atmosphere is super welcoming -- cozy, relaxed, and full of positive energy. Whether you're vegan or just looking for incredible food, this spot is an absolute must-visit if you're anywhere near Salem. I honestly wish I could eat here every day! read more

Was so looking forward to this place... ordered 4-5 different items... all were kinda tasteless. Really hope they can improve and wish them all the best! read more

Been a vegetarian for a very long time and this is some of the best vegan food that I didn't make for myself! In the heart of Salem connected to the witch city mall. Staff was very excellent. Kind, courteous, and quick to be helpful. This is definitely not a place for a healthy vegan meal. They do it dirty here. But if you're looking for some vegan comfort food this is the place. The only other thing I can say is that the price is on the high end but vegan food (and being a tenant of Salem I'm sure it's not cheap). read more

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stopped in for a quick snack. the person behind the counter with the green hair who helped us was very nice and attentive especially with my allergy concerns. i got a chocolate chip muffin, it was just ok. i also got a burrito with sausage and pepper and it was delish. will be back! read more

Friendly service and delicious food. The reuben sandwich was terrific. So was the Nashville chicken sandwich and the mac and cheese with crispy chicken. Comfort food all the way. Service was quite fast. read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - Reuben sandwich - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Wife and I went to Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe again for lunch. The chicken Caesar salad was so fresh and the steak and cheese sub was so damn good. If you haven't checked it out yet you gotta get there. This is hands down my favorite vegan restaurant. read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - Chicken Caesar salad - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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I had the best vegan Reuben here that I have ever tasted in my life! Everything was cooked to perfection and the portions are HUGE. The place is spotless and the staff is very friendly. I can't wait to go back when I return to Salem in October! read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - The Reuben - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Been there four times... every time... super fresh ingredients, flavor is outstanding and staff are all smiles and help... My daughter and i split a BLT today and the sandwich was hands down the best, lightest, flavorful (with the chipotle aioli) I've had... a Salem hidden gem... read more

This was tasty and a great find in Salem. I didn't think we'd be able to find vegan food in a smaller town but I was excited to be wrong. We enjoyed our Reuben sandwich and the Italian too! read more

Friendly staff, excellent vegan food! And great portions! Friendly little place in the mall that has great coffee and treats as well

Awesome, hardworking family and staff. This is a new vegan spot in the old Jodi Bee Bakes shop in the Witch City Mall. They serve exceptional homemade chick-un sandwiches and & killer vegan pastrami Reubens. They make both of those fake meats, and much much more. We loved them in Worcester. Now we love them in Salem! read more

This is the French toast breakfast sandwich. It's one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The food options are diner style. I came to Salem specifically to try this menu, and I will definitely come back. Mordecai, our server was very friendly and helpful. read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - This is the French toast breakfast sandwich. - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Wow wow wow. Amazing menu with so many choices on great vegan food. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The cafe itself has a great setup and was equal parts cozy and cool. The food was incredible, can't wait to go back. read more

It just hits man, it slaps so good, like the food? top tier man, the vibes are immaculate, and thats on period. I had the mac and cheese and the Crispy chick'n sandwich and the biscoff cheeseless-cake, all bangers and I'd recommend them to anyone visiting. Mort is amazing, service was immaculate, can't name a single fault to be honest. Definitely worth what you pay, isn't overpriced compared to other places, lgbtqia+ friendly and it feels very welcoming. read more

One of the best crispy chicken sandwiches I've had. The latte was amazing and everything they served to everyone else looked and smelled great. Awesome to have a fully vegan spot in Salem! read more

We heard this place had opened not long ago so we were eager to try it out. The girl at the counter was friendly and offered suggestions and answered all the questions we had. The menu is definitely more comfort food aimed and not meant to be a super healthy option. The food was excellent. We ordered a 'steak' bomb and a 'steak and cheese'. We were torn between fries or mac n cheese, the girl at the counter said both were wicked good, talked about the seasoning on the fries and how the mac and cheese was house made so she sold us on both, she was absolutely on point, we loved both and both subs were excellent. The cooks are the husband and wife owners, we interacted with both and both were very friendly. I gave the atmosphere one less star only because of how empty the place was, lots of shelves but nothing on them, passed that though the restaurant was clean and neat. The tables were clean and ready for guests. Overall I can't wait to go back again! read more

Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe - 'Steak' bomb and seasoned fries - Comfort Food Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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You cannot go wrong with the steak bomb. Outstanding. Even if you are a meateater you will crave this. Tastes exactly like the SuperSub steak bombs from Beverly back in the 80s and 90s. Every bite is perfect blend of peppery steak, mushroom, peppers, cheese, onion, salami in a fresh Italian bread sub roll. Absolutely addictive. Melt in your mouth. I still cannot believe these are all plant based. Mind blown. This steak bomb will become your new addiction even if you're not vegan. read more

Atmosphere: immaculate, vibes:spot on, service: fabulous, food: mouthwatering. Frequent visitor, recommend to every friend. 10/10!

Great atmosphere. Lots of loving great ppl! if you love good vegan food and people who amazing check them out!!

10/10 recommend. The food is amazing and the people running this place are amazing. Very welcoming. Must come here if you're looking for a place to eat in Salem. The best vegan food around. read more

This is a review for just the service, I came in to pick up my online order and tipped as well. I asked can I use the bathroom after picking my food up and a women with a short cut said that bathrooms are for dine in customers only which makes no sense. The bathroom should be for all customers. Good food but poor customer service. read more