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DO NOT GO TO THIS RESTAURANT

2 Posted on 03 / 18 / 2013

If you walk in and don't feel good about the place - turn around and walk right out. I waited an hour for some hummus and veggie sticks. And then the hummus had so much pepper I couldn't breathe after one bite. My partner's burrito had good base ingredients - quinoa and beans. But....that's all that was in it! No salsa, no lettuce, no anything to give it flavor. The whole place felt dark and dirty. What furniture therer was looked like it was retrieved from a dump. The people who run it should not be in charge of a restaurant. They need to be employees. NEVER GO HERE. You can get some very good veggie dishes at Carley's Bistro at 128 Roosevelt, a few minutes away. Carley's has an absolutely delicous Greek Salad. They also have a hummus dip, Feta Rosa, an Artichoke Dip, and Mediterranean Bruschetta.

Pros: the people mean well
Cons: everything else

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If you love yourself you won't eat here!

2 Posted on 02 / 02 / 2013

How is this place even open?!? There are quite a few things that were very concerning/confusing about this place. Is it a restaurant? Any place that serves food should have tables for there patrons, right? Inside was one table in what seemed to be the front room of this house that was absolutely filthy, so we thought lets eat outside! Ummm bad idea. Outside was an open yard full of wood chips. There were broken tables all over and not one chair in sight. My mother in law later mentioned jokingly that it looked like a crack dealers backyard and we should have watched our steps for needles! We should have taken this as our que to run, however, we had already put in our order for the brunch (that was the only option on a Saturday afternoon) so back inside we went. After about 30 minutes we finally got two of our three orders. Our food was brought out to us by a young girl who looked like she had just rolled out of bed (still wearing slippers), as she shuffle stepped into the room with two plates, she said the third would be out shortly. As she shuffled away I asked for silverware, she threw her arms up in the air and said she was working on it. The food was freaking COLD!! About 10 minutes later my husband finally got his food which was also cold. Brunch consisted of about a 1/4 cup of tofu scramble, potatoes, some type of stale biscuit like thing, with white flour "gravy", and two terribly burnt pancakes. All of these items fit onto a normal size plate just to give you an idea of how small the portions were. Grand total after all of this $36!!! Never again!

Cons: Hours of operation, changes with mood. , Clean facility I think not! , Must not be able to pass drug for employment.

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Aside of Heart

2 Posted on 11 / 09 / 2012

I wanted to like this place, but the fact of the matter is my stomach just didn't.

The employees are friendly and the restaurant has a nice concept. But the food just didn't taste good - plus my friend's burrito smelled really bad...and it wasn't burrito smell. I would never return.

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Very good asset for Phoenix

5 Posted on 10 / 23 / 2012

Nice neighbourhood cafe. I was suffering from jet lag so was delighted to find somewhere open at 3am that served good vegan food. Aside of Heart doesn't have much in the way of typical breakfast items (although I was told that they have a brunch menu on the weekends) but their quesadillas and pizzas did the job nicely.

Juices and smoothies are made fresh. Large range of sweet treats such as cookies and brownies - all 100% vegan.

It's a shame that I didn't manage to visit during the day because I've been told that they have a really good range of food then...at night the options are more limited, but you'll definitely find something tasty.

The manager (I think he was the manager, anyway) was friendly and passionate about the vegan lifestyle.

Very good asset for Phoenix in a fairly central location.

Pros: Open 24/7, Friendly and welcoming, Good food at very reasonable price
Cons: Limited menu available at night

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fantastic

5 Posted on 10 / 21 / 2012

24x7 vegan restaurant in the middle of downtown Phoenix... Is it possible? You bet. A home cooked meal awaits you.

Pros: friendly people, good food, it comes from the heart
Cons: location will throw you for a curve

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Food for Life

4 Posted on 10 / 20 / 2012

A side of Heart is THE place to eat if you are vegan, vegetarian or are just looking to broaden your horizons. From pizza, to burgers and hot dogs, Aside offers many vegan alternative to the meat eaters classics. With a diverse menu, as well as staff, Aside of heart is the place to indulge in the pleasures of 5 star vegan cuisine from around the world. As a 'Rasta' i only eat what is vital, and that is what rasta call 'Ital'. Ital is Vegan. I was drawn to the cafe by the amazing variety of vegan food, but was held by the ambient atmosphere and uplifting community. A side of Heart is a popular stop for Vegans from all over world in Phoenix on business and vacation as well as many locals. A side of Heart should not be passed up on your search for great food, for there is none greater. A side of Heart serves, food for thought, food for life and food for the soul! Peace!

Pros: wide variety, great atmosphere, educated vegans
Cons: still growing, some options not available at all times, free music venue

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Yummay!

5 Posted on 09 / 26 / 2012

Love this place. The food is fresh and excellent, lots of good beverage options. Like the furniture and is open 24/7 there should be more places like this! Thanks!! A must go!

Pros: Vegan, Raw, Good portions

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The best vegan food

5 Posted on 08 / 21 / 2012

This place is really great! The food was awesome, the atmosphere was very chill, and the service was outstanding. It's very intimate with a family feeling, everyone welcomes you with open arms and a smile and the servers are so friendly that they seem like old friends. The food was just sublime and cheap! Not only that, but they also have a theatre on the side, which apparently does plays every month that are free. Dinner AND a free show! This will definitely be a place that I will return to in the future.

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Great food, wonderful atmosphere

5 Posted on 08 / 21 / 2012

I don't always eat vegan, but when I do, I eat aside of heart. But seriously, I'm new to vegan ism, but to be honest I've ate at all the places in the area and none compare. I think the biggest thing other than the taste, is the personality, evryone is down to earth and real, not like a robot or a teddy bear. Not to mention 24 hr karaoke, they know how to show their patrons a great experience.

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cool hang

4 Posted on 08 / 18 / 2012

Aside of Heart is a funky, artsy, hang out. Seems to be a converted house, and in many other cities this one might be passed for condemning. The owners are friendly and the space very chill. I tried the raw tacos and while the portion size and and price was awesome, the overload of nuts didn't sit too well with me. Probably best to share with someone. They hold events and live music so good to call ahead before you visit.

Pros: inexpensive, good size portions, earthy

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Awesome food & service!

5 Posted on 07 / 15 / 2012

Great Raw Almond Tacos... the best! People are super friendly. Location is in Roosevelt Row, in quaint art shop setting. The Thai tea was the best I've ever tasted. Must have! Definitely going back soon!

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High quality vegan food.

5 Posted on 06 / 21 / 2012

This place has good vegan food and an open free environment to hang out in. Good people, good food.

Pros: friendly staff, healthy food, art space