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Vegetarian restaurant in Madison Valley since the 2000s. Offering finer dishes with example of choices such as fried olive and hummus platter, spicy Carolina bbq sandwich, blackberry endive salad, and peach fennel salad. Open Mon-Fri 9:00am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-9:00pm.


94 Reviews

First Review by Miso Vegan

SadieSauce

Points +52

Vegan
17 Mar 2024

Unsatisfying dinner out

I won’t go back to Cafe Flora until they have better vegan options. As a long standing veg restaurant I expected them to at least have substitutes. But when i was there for dinner what they meant by “vegan available” was “we can remove the dairy cheese without a replacement and still charge you the full price”. I hope Cafe Flora starts to invest in some vegan cheese soon.

Cons: Lack of vegan cheese , Chilly air temp , Value doesn’t match the price

bEzz

Points +1397

Vegan
04 Feb 2024

Get the Cinnamon Roll

Cafe Flora is a vegetarian institution in Seattle. The cinnamon rolls are the best you might ever eat. So good! Very popular for brunch on the weekends, so be prepared to wait.

Jez

Points +485

Vegan
06 Sep 2023

Great Food, Weird Vibe

Food was tasty but the staff were quite unfriendly. Didn’t greet us, didn’t say goodbye, brought the bill without us asking, didn’t say thanks when we paid our bill. Just a negative experience. Wouldn’t eat there again

bradyn

Points +70

Herbivore
01 Sep 2023

Charming pleasure!

Love cafe flora! So charming and delightful! Easy parking and classy, upscale, and unique atmosphere. Wish they could make dishes without oil, so they’re not SOS free and couldn’t accommodate. But other than that, super great food!

gracefullplate

Points +56

Vegan
14 Aug 2023

one of my favorite spots in seattle

I dream about their spinach artichoke dip. The mushroom French dip is also fantastic. With a cute atmosphere and beautifully crafted cocktails, this is one of my favorite restaurants in town.

Pros: Atmosphere, Drinks, Unique

Mgfarmer

Points +559

Vegan
24 Jun 2023

Plenty of vegan options!

Great breakfast spot with plenty of vegan options. Excellent service and great spot with vibrant interiors.

Jimby

Points +60

Vegan
28 May 2023

Great vegan options!

Wish everything was vegan, most is offered as vegan optional. French dip sandwich made vegan was great!

JennaRiker

Points +54

Vegetarian
04 May 2023

A beautiful choice

Cafe Flora is one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle. It is a beautiful setting with huge windows, an indoor fountain, local art and such a relaxing vibe. I love everything here and recommend the drink menu too as well as the decadent gluten free, vegan chocolate brownie. It is a higher end place which I believe is worth it as they use high quality ingredients. They are family friendly as well as a place I have celebrated a birthday with friends.

IngridZ

Points +494

Vegan
01 May 2023

Pretty good but not for the hype

I think they should be better at presentation. And should have more low carb varieties.

divyaj

Points +514

Vegan
02 Apr 2023

Bland and overpriced.

First, I have to say the ambience here is amazing. Windows on all sides, sunroof, a fountain and lots of plants. It feels like eating inside a fancy greenhouse. I've only eaten here 3 times, but the food is always so bland. Today, I got the mushroom risotto that was undercooked, the artichoke dip lacked flavor and depth and the tacos were served with a salsa that was mostly just raw garlic. There is a long wait to be seated as well, just not a great experience

gotthebeet

Points +119

Vegan
11 Feb 2023

Lots of vegan options...

And delicious food! Great atmosphere as well.

Pros: Vegan options, Not cheap but not as expensive as other places for, The quality

SarahMays

Points +1177

Vegan
07 Feb 2023

Excellent Vegan and Vegetarian!

Cafe Flora is a wonderful place for brunch and lunch! It is gorgeous inside!! They serve vegetarian and vegan food and everything is clearly labeled on the menu. There were plenty of vegan options available (including their cinnamon roll!). You can’t go wrong with their tofu scramble and potatoes. I also loved the spinach artichoke dip I ordered this time! Excited to come back!

Pros: Lots of vegan food and drink options , Beautiful space

Cons: Weekend brunch can get crowded

dlachica

Points +2477

Vegan
03 Feb 2023

It’s got it all

Some off street parking, nice atmosphere and great food. We split the Indian Burger with a side of the coconut curry soup and added side kale Cesar salad. We were expecting pesto on the burger and not sure what we got, but the sauce was slightly tangy and worked well with the black bean patty. The kale Cesar was my favorite. Loved the crispy capers, roasted pistachios and the hearty greens. Soup was ok for us. We would have preferred little more seasoning and creaminess.

Pros: Variety of seating options, Lots of vegan options, Breakfast served until 2p

Bluebellsgarden

Points +28

Vegan
20 Nov 2022

The French dip sandwich made from mushrooms!

It is sooo good. I haven’t tried too many other things, because I always get that. They also serve it at Florette, their restaurant at SeaTac.

Pros: French dip, Nice space with a fountain inside

Birgit

Points +1159

Vegan
05 Nov 2022

Lovely location

Vegetarian food most can be made vegan. Very friendly people and light and airy setting. Loved the tomato avocado toast and rosemary lemonade and cinnamon roll. Second time here was disappointing: Biscuits and gravy were pretty plain and the tofu on the side way too salty. The Colorado rancho scramble with tofu had cardboard like tasting potatoes and same salty tofu and it was just topped with beans and tortilla chips. It’s not what I call yummy vegan food. Also too pricey.

Updated from previous review on 2019-08-13

Cons: Expensive, Too much salt added

ViennaVegan

Points +1036

Vegan
01 Sep 2022

In business since the 1990s -- it's good!

Friendly service. They are open until 10pm and it was a great spot for a late dessert and coffee.

Pros: Vegan dessert options

ChelaLandau

Points +1455

Vegan
01 Sep 2022

Delicious vegan brunch

We came here during brunch and it was very busy, we waited about 30 minutes to get a table. We said first available as they have heat lamps for the outdoor tables. Table was perfect, lots of spacing between tables and they diligently check vaccine cards (saw them turn away a lady wearing a chin diaper who said she “forgot” hers and could they seat her anyway—“no”.).
In any case it was well worth the wait, we both got vegan scrambles with tofu, mine was with mixed spicy greens and biscuits and mushroom gravy—my boyfriend’s scramble came with grilled potatoes. Food was really delicious, service was great and attentive. Restaurant is fairly large but beautiful and inviting. I would be here every weekend if I lived in Seattle.
Oh!! And I completely forgot the amazing vegan waffle. Mouth watering as I write this review and I remember how good it was.

One last update from today. It really annoys me to pay a 50 Cent up charge if you want vegan rather than cows milk cheese. But the vegan food is good albeit highly salted and seasoned.

Updated from previous review on 2022-02-22

nlhaigh

Points +537

Vegan
09 Aug 2022

Great service and vegan dishes

We went here for a birthday brunch and it was lovely. The cafe has a variety of indoor and outdoor seating areas and a lovely sun room. Food was delicious.

Updated from previous review on 2022-08-09

Pros: Delicious dishes, Friendly staff, Variety of seating options.

Cons: Bloody Mary needed more tomato juice IMO

punkbroccoli

Points +63

Vegan
27 Jul 2022

Delicious brunch

We like to come here on special occasions, like playing hooky from work. I love the cinnamon roll, golden milk latte, and southern platter (tofu, biscuit and gravy, sautéed greens). Mango passionfruit nog was also really refreshing. Nice ambience if you can get a spot near the window. Most (but not all) menu items can be made vegan.

Pros: Vegan cinnamon roll!!!, Cute space, Tasty nonalcoholic drinks

Cons: Expensive but worth it

Veganmouse

Points +810

Vegan
01 Jul 2022

Disappointing

Had the vegan spinach and artichoke dip to start - it was fine, a fairly small portion and not amazing

French dip - saw so many good reviews of this, and I'm confused? It was a heated sandwich, which made the bread kinda chewy. The dip was just broth. The fries were on the verge of being undercooked

Cocktails - watery and didn't taste of much

villain

Points +6979

Vegan
22 Jun 2022

Used to be better, quality has changed

Going to Cafe Flora used to be my favorite part of being in Seattle. I was glad that they had kept their mouthwatering coconut cake as they continued to innovate, but over the years it went from being a soft cake with tons of coconut in it and subtle undertones of intricate flavors, to being a dry cake that is overly sweet and just tastes like frosting. It seems that they've changed recipes, or simply stopped putting in the work that they used to. The restaurant is too expensive for what it is now. Their burger also used to be better, I still love the fries though. They don't have enough vegan options considering what is now doable with vegan food. 20 years ago they were surely the best vegetarian restaurant in Seattle, but they need to catch up now. It was a dollar to add vegan mozzarella to the burger, and it tasted like Daiya. Dairy cheese was cheaper to add, so they tax vegans here. Even if it wasn't Daiya, it sure did taste the same. I was expecting something unique from somewhere that brands themselves as a tad bit "finer" of dining ($$$). Plating is nice. Interior and staff are welcoming.

Updated from previous review on 2022-06-22

Cons: Need more vegan options, Surprisingly, there's a vegan tax

EmdotAlice

Points +3083

Vegan
29 May 2022

Great vegan brunch

We’ve been here a few times and have always enjoyed ourselves. On our latest visit we went for brunch and tried their avocado toast, biscuits and gravy, cinnamon roll, side of seasoned tofu scramble—and tasted a bite of our friend’s carrot pancakes. Everything was good but especially the tofu scramble. Probably the best tofu scramble I’ve ever had. I highly recommend pairing it with the biscuits and mushroom gravy.

The fig & orange latte is also worth trying especially if you’re a fan of the cafe nico at Vivace

Pros: Many vegan options, Best tofu scramble

Cons: “Available vegan” options are not as good

NO’L

Points +247

Vegan
29 May 2022

Sweet neighborhood spot

They have some good vegan options & make tasty cocktails. I had the Flora Grain Bowl and yam fries and was happy with my meal! They also make a delicious golden milk using alternative milk.

Updated from previous review on 2022-04-06

sage444

Points +48

Vegan
27 May 2022

fell in love.

had to come here twice while on a quick trip in Seattle, it was so incredibly good and the atmosphere was also cozy and vibrant! definitely check it out :)

Pros: food!!!, ambience & decor, service

Mina83

Points +432

Vegan
27 May 2022

Tasty vegan Brownie

We had the vegan Brownie, which was quiet chocolaty. The coffee (late with oat milk) was not so good, though.

devilgetout

Points +72

Vegetarian
10 Apr 2022

Great atmosphere, delicious food

I’ve eaten here a few times, once for lunch and once for dinner. Both times were really good. For dinner last night up I had the risotto and my partner had the tacos dorado. They were both so good! It was hard to save room for desert. And I’m pretty sure all the deserts were vegan. The vanilla ice cream from Full Tilt was soft and perfect for the rhubarb crisp. Will definitely go back!
Extra bonus - their to go containers are 100% compostable and tree friendly

Updated from previous review on 2022-04-10

Pros: All vegetarian , Great quality

Shel Graves

Points +262

Vegan
28 Mar 2022

Always a Relaxing Treat

Cafe Flora has survived the pandemic and is still offering dine-in: They have a relaxing atmosphere whether inside or fountainside on their covered patio (which they had pre-pandemic as well. They also added additional covered space outside.

My favorite is brunch: and their vegan waffle with seasonal updates is delicious. Recently, the ginger rhubarb corn waffle with tahini butter was exceptional. They also have a fabulous vegan cinnamon roll topped with frosting and pecans.

Their holiday prix fixe menus are always a treat.

Staff are professional, efficient, and warm. They contribute to the overall casually upscale experience: a neighborhood getaway.

I do miss the rotating art exhibits from pre-pandemic days. There was always a wonderful selection.

Updated from previous review on 2022-03-28

Pros: Great and interesting flavor combinations, Unique atmosphere: casually upscale, Kind, efficient staff

Cons: Vegan options (but a vegetarian restaurant)




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