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I had met Chef Donald at an event almost 2 years ago, when I first learned about his all vegan restaurant he planned to open downtown. Ever since then I had been anxiously awaiting the opening of VegeNation! So, when Surprise! They opened almost a week earlier than they had originally stated, I needed to get my grub on ASAP.
I was there twice today, TWICE! It is that good, it is that budget friendly, that I went for both lunch and dinner and I'm not ashamed!
Staff - perfectly nice and attentive. I enjoy when I'm at a restaurant and I can feel that the server loves and believes in the food. The servers aren't quite there yet, but I take away no points because my understanding is that the servers weren't expecting the early opening either. They were perfectly good servers, this is just a preference of mine and I'm confident they'll get there.
Location - in the up and coming part of DTLV, walking distance from Container Park and such, easy on-street parking.
Decor/Ambience - Check out photos attached. Very comfortable.
Lunch - CIAO MARGARITA PIZZA I'm not a big fan of Daiya, but the in house made sauce, charred grape tomatoes, basil, and perfectly cooked crust won me over. MUCHAS GRACIAS Sweet Potato Quesadilla oh em gee, so freaking good, I can't even. CHOCOLATE TACOS little pastry crisps filled with chocolate pudding, topped with salted caramel, berry, and coconut. JAMAICAN HIBISCUS PUNCH caffeine free, just enough sweetness, LEMONADE WITH COCONUT WATER AND CHIA SEEDS. I didn't taste this, but it looked awesome and my friend loved it. My omni Co worker was blown away by how good everything was. My favorite tidbit from her was "I am so satisfied, so full, yet I don't feel gross " Yup, welcome to Vegan food, my friend!
Dinner - MEATBALL GRINDER "meat" balls in that delicious red sauce on a toasted hoagie roll, topped with melted Daiya, served with a side of potato wedges and their own home-made ketchup. The Hub's reaction "I didn't realize how much I missed meatball parm" (we've been vegetarian for many years) EAST WEST TACOS Jackfruit (mimics pulled pork) seasoned well, topped with a Korean sauce and just the right amount of citrus (lime) to. Die. For. BLACK BEAN CHILI STUFFED SWEET POTATO this is actually a side item, and it tastes exactly as good as it sounds. BROWNIE SUNDAE so effing good period. DRINKS We had a drink that was Whiskey, Cold Pressed Apple juice, and cherry. It was divine (and strong). Also had the Mango Ceylon Iced Tea delish!
Price - for lunch, before tip we were at $36 (2 meals, 2 drinks, dessert) for dinner, before tip we were at $49 (2 meals, 1 alcoholic beverage, 1 non alcoholic beverage, 1 side, dessert) Incredible value considering our non-alcoholic drinks included free refills and the ingredients are organic whenever possible.
Bottom line - Highly Recommended. Check out their website for more info including their mission statement. Veggies and Omnis alike can appreciate the flavors, artistry, and feel good vibed of VegeNation
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