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Spiral Diner & Bakery  
 based on 21 member reviews
1314 W Magnolia, Fort Worth Texas
76104
817-332-8834
Type: Vegan, Organic, Beer, American, International, Take-out
Info: Vegan diner and bakery featuring all vegan food, with items such as sketti n' meatballs, red coconut curry with tofu, veggiemeat chili topped baked potatoes, and Spiral veggieburger in addition to fresh juices, smoothies, sundaes, pies, and desserts. Also sells a few vegan products and refrigerated foods. Casual new-age decor and eclectic mix of music with live acts some nights. Open T-Sa 11am-10pm, Su 11am-5pm, M closed. Also a location in Dallas. Price: Moderate.
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| "Great experience"
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Posted on: Sunday, October 18, 2009 |
Review: I took a taxi to the spiral diner since it didn't appear to be walking distance from anywhere, but it was worth it. Everything I had was so savory - even the salad - the raw walnut dressing was great! I also had the tofu scramble, which is the best i've had anywhere. The staff was very friendly - an all around great experience!
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| "love it!"
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Posted on: Monday, July 27, 2009 |
Review: I was so depressed to have a client in Fort Worth when I worked as a consultant in Dallas. I hated driving all the way to Fort Worth and back. BUT the Spiral Diner made the hour long drives so worth it! I had a tofu sandwich (it came with pesto etc) and I couldn't get enough of it....I had it every 2 nights! I was actually upset when my project was over and I no longer needed to go to Fort Worth. The staff was friendly, the menu was mouth watering, the desserts were amazing and I had some great food out there.
Pros: great food * variety * friendly staff
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| "Love this place"
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Posted on: Thursday, May 21, 2009 |
Review: I can't get enough about this place. I love the food and the people are great. Now if you are looking for a place to try out that is different this is it. It is so not the same old resturant. My kids love it too. They love the kids spagetti. It's not that often I can go some place and try everything on the menu so yes it is nice to have something like this in the DFW area I wish there were more of these and less of the drive thurs. Come and try it you will love it. Just don't come on Mondays they are closed. I drove 30 mins to get there and found that out. hehehe
Pros: great food * great people *
Cons: none * * |
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| "Nice place"
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Posted on: Wednesday, March 18, 2009 |
Review: I am from NYC, and find it tough going finding a good vegan place in Texas. This place was very enjoyable: a place with a relaxed atmosphere and good food--I would definitely go here again anytime that I am in the Dalls-Fort Worth area.
Pros: good food * relaxed atmosphere * good price
Cons: not overly healthy * * |
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| "worst restaurant in existence."
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Posted on: Friday, February 20, 2009 |
Review: just kidding, I love this place soo much. im about to go in a bit. all hail spiral!
Pros: amazing food * amazing staff * agave limeade
Cons: they like to play rick springfield when * im there. * |
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| "Great place"
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Posted on: Saturday, February 14, 2009 |
Review: I'm not a vegan. I'm not a vegetarian. I'm just trying to eat healthy. My cholesterol is bad. This place is good. Im going to give my two cents about eating. I am an amateaur chef. Please excuse my ignorance regarding vegan eating.
I have only had about 16 oz. of meat in the last week. and it was all chicken.
I have lost 13 lbs. and i feel better. and im craving vegetables. They are tasting good now.
I had a "patty melt" which was a perfectly toasted sandwich with vegan burger, some sort of vegan cheese, and grilled onions.It came with a side of some sort of vegan mayoaisse. It was served with a side of fresh fruit. I also added a small bowl of black beans.
It was good, and I feel good.
If you want food that tastes good and is good for you this is it.
and...the staff is incredibly nice. They bring you your food. They make sure you are happy/dont need anything. they will answer questions you might have regarding the food.
good eats.
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| "best vegan restaurant ever"
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Posted on: Saturday, November 29, 2008 |
Review: I eat there at least ones a week !!!
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| "great place"
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Posted on: Tuesday, November 25, 2008 |
Review: This is the best place to eat if you are vegan. They even have cooking classes to help out anyone looking to make good vegan food at home. The staff, as stated on the menu, is here to educate, not serve. So, you have to get your own drinks, silverware, and napkins. This is no big deal, because they are hard at work making your yummy meal. There are also flyers in the restaurant to educate you on becoming a vegan and helping animals. They usually have a Blue Plate special for the month that is terrific. The food is awesome and the staff are hip and friendly. If you get a chance, read the mission on their website. It lets you know that these are people working for a cause, not profit. Did I mention, the food is worth the trip.
Pros: great food * nice staff * organic, vegan
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| "Heaven in Cowtown - Spiral Diner"
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Posted on: Wednesday, August 13, 2008 |
Review: There is not much that would attract me to Ft. Worth, aka Cowtown for it's huge cattle slaughter industry but now that I discovered The Spiral Diner I will gladly go to Cowtown (as long as they are open). The Spiral Diner is the hippest place and most saving grace of that town. Austin is supposed to be the hippy town of Texas and vegetarian friendly but Ft. Worth has us beat.
The Spiral Diner has huge varied menu. Burgers, sandwiches, salads, wraps and burritos and hot plates, coffee, smoothies, juice deserts. At most restaurants I always get the same thing because of taste but I had a hard time choosing. I have had the Savory Seitan Wrap, the Sweet Luv'Us Hummus Wrap, The VLT and pasta primavera....I've never been so excited about food : )
Pros: Varied Menu * Reasonable prices * Friendly Service
Cons: Too far from where I live! * * |
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| "Wonderful!"
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Posted on: Saturday, July 19, 2008 |
Review: Everything about this place is wonderful, especially the food. The cookies and cream shake is to die for, and the sketti and meatballs are wonderful. And the desserts are so good. My dad, who is a meat and potatoes hunter, said the blueberry pie was the best he ever had, and he also had nothing but good things to say about his burrito. The peanut butter cups taste just like peanut butter fudge. And the people there are wonderful too. Don't miss this place.
Pros: Wonderful food. * Nice people * Great quirky atmosphere
Cons: Too far from where I live * * |
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| "Let down."
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Posted on: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 |
Review: After reading many many reviews here and on other websites I drug my family to eat here. I had high expectations but was sorely let down. I was so dissapointed that I sent an e-mail to the address that's listed on their website. This is an excerpt from that e-mail that tells the problems:
1.) First, it took almost 10 minutes for anyone to even notice us sitting in the far corner by the window even though several staff members were helping surrounding tables.
2.) No one offered our 17 month old son a high chair so I had to track one down myself.
3.) Our son's kids meal came really fast and I was really impressed until no one came back with napkins or utensils for me to feed him with.
4.)Almost an hour after we arrived I gave up and asked for our food to go. Our son finished his meal within 10 minutes of getting it and we had to entertain him by taking him outside for much longer than should have been necessary. A 17 month old will only sit still for so long. An hour is far to much to ask of him. But I think an hour is plenty of time to get my dinner.
5.) No one came to check on us or give us an update on our food.
6.) When I told the woman at the check out counter the above reasons why we probably wouldn't be coming back the only thing she really said was that we were sitting in her area.
This is not an main stream eating establishment in the slightest, but I would expect a certain amount of customer service.
Maybe it was an off night for everyone there. Maybe they were busier than normal. Who knows. All I know is that unless they fix the customer service issues I won't be returning. And that's a shame because once I did get to eat my food out of the to go container I really enjoyed it. The food is worth the drive to me, but the customer service turned me off completely.
I feel awful to post such a poor rating, but I haven't had a bad expierence like that in a long long time and it seemed like everyone there that I spoke to could care less what the situation was.
I felt like a number, not a person.
Pros: Good food * Nice selection *
Cons: Poor service * Nonconcern for the customer * |
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Posted on: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 |
Review: Spiral diner is good I guess, I hate not giving Vegan places the best review, but it is a good option for us in DFW. The food is good but you can make the same at home a little more tastier. I will go again because of the desserts, they are awesome. But it is good enough if your in the area to stop by..
Pros: Location * healthy * desserts
Cons: not mucj bang for the buck * make better food at home * |
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| "I'd love to go back!"
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Posted on: Friday, May 30, 2008 |
Review: I live a few hours away, so I've only been able to visit Spiral once. I ordered the Crispy Spring Wrap with seasonal fruit (oranges) as my side. The wrap was pretty large and came with grilled seitan, crunchy veggies, and agave-mustard sauce. It was delicious, but my only complaint is that the wrap was entirely too saucy -- sometimes less is more! I also wish there weren't so many sandwiches and wraps on the menu and that they had plate-style entrees instead. There's a small grocery store were I was able to pick up my Clear Conscience contact solution, and I got a fresh chocolate chip cookie for dessert. It was crispy and tasty, but I was expecting more -- I've had much better vegan cookies in my experience! I would definitely go back just to be able to try other menu items!
Pros: Moderate prices * Completely vegan * Nice staff
Cons: Menu is hefty in the sandwiches/wraps * Disappointing cookie * White tortilla on my wrap |
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| "I Love Spiral!"
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Posted on: Sunday, March 02, 2008 |
Review: Living in Fort Worth would be sad for a vegan like me if not for Spiral Diner. There food is super yummy and mostly organic. They have a huge menu with salads, sandwiches, dinner plates, awesome desserts, and coffee. They even have natural Blue Sky sodas on tap. This is a restaurant for everyone vegetarian or not. My favorites: taco salad, Jamaican jerk sandwich, sweet luv us hummus wrap, and those addictive peanut butter cups (think Reeses but way way better). Thank you Spiral!
Pros: Yummy! * Vegan grocery area * Great atmosphere
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| "Vegan perfection"
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Posted on: Thursday, February 07, 2008 |
Review: I'm from LA and was on a business trip and drove an hour to eat at the only vegan restaurant in the area. I had the Jamaican Jerk BBQ sandwich & Spaghetti Tropica... delicious. Casual, inexpensive, and super friendly staff.
Pros: yummy * organic * casual
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Posted on: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 |
Review: I have eaten there several times, and I am very impressed. Everything I have eaten there was awesome!
Pros: Excellant Food * VEGAN FRIENDLY *
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| "Spiral Diner Rocks!"
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Posted on: Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
Review: Spiral Diner is a unique place with a cool atmosphere and even better food. Located on a corner close to downtown Ft. Worth, across the street from a scooter shop, the restaurant serves up home-style all-vegan fare with a twist. The delicious chik'n noodle soup is not to be missed if it is available. The Jamaican Jerk tempeh sandwich is a tasty treat, with sweet jerk sauce and a slice of fresh pineapple(sans vegenaise is my preference). My omnivore partner was very satisfied, as well. Several flavors of natural fountain soda are available here. There is an extensive selection of beer, including a local brew from Ft. Worth. I didn't save room for dessert or a smoothie, but I will try and do so next time, as they look very good!
Pros: great food * all vegan * ethical business
Cons: could offer more sides * * |
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| "My Favorite!!!"
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Posted on: Saturday, July 28, 2007 |
Review: Spiral Diner has not only the best menu selection and tantalizing flavors, the restaurant has a welcoing atmosphere where I want to stay and talk with friends. In a world of mostly chain-restaurants, it's refreshing to find a haven for Vegetarians, Vegans, and those interested in a flavorful and healthy meal. Wish they were everywhere!!
Pros: flavorful food * great selection * fun staff
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| "Wonderful!!!"
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Posted on: Friday, July 13, 2007 |
Review: The menu is vast and varied, the atmosphere was awsome, the people working there were friendly and the food was excellent! Even my meat-eating husband was happy. We will definately be stopping in anytime we pass through Ft. Worth!
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| "Incredible!"
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Posted on: Sunday, June 17, 2007 |
Review: I was so surprised to find an all vegan restaurant in Ft. Worth, of all places. The food was great and I just about fell over when I saw that they have Dr. Becker on tap! The brownie was to die for!
Pros: excellent food * good prices * friendly staff
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| "Delicious!"
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Posted on: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 |
Review: Give this place a try, even if you are not a vegetarian. The philly cheese sandwich is awesome.My boyfriend that eats meat craves this sandwich! The pasta primavera is delicious. The chocolate shake and the brownies are also a must.
Pros: Delicious Food * Affordable * Great Atmosphere
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| "Great Vegan Cuisine"
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Posted on: Friday, October 27, 2006 |
Review: It was great to find this restaurant on the Happy Cow so that I had a vegan option during a business trip to Ft Worth. The food was great, and they even had some of those great hard-to-find vegan products (like seitan) for purchase. I just wished I lived nearer so I could go back!
Pros: Excellent food * Healthy food * Good portion size
Cons: Staff were only so-so * * |
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| "So. Dang. Good."
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Posted on: Wednesday, October 04, 2006 |
Review: Even my carnivore friends and family love this place. Large portions of awesome organic goodness. From hummus to schpadoinkle to brownie, the best fare in town. Thanks Spiral!
Pros: Great atmosphere * pancake buffet Sundays * Crunchy folks in Cowtown
Cons: Not in my house. * * |
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