Lacto
Ovo
American
Fast food
Salad bar
Delivery
Take-out
Gluten-free
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Counter service eatery with multiple outlets. First choose leafy greens or a grain and then add vegetables, which can be blanched if you want, and then other toppings like sprouts, seeds, nuts, etc. A few sauces are vegan. Meats are chicken and fish. Reported closed January 2021.
5 Reviews
First Review by cookiem
fuz1987
Points +191
Limited, but tastey - Edit
Quick service, staff knew all about which of their stuff was vegan friendly. I had the beefsteak burger, which was a big slice of tomato, cress and vegan mayo. On the day I went they were also doing free juice with the burger and chips (crisps).
Read moreNo frills, but tastey.
Pros: Good service, Vegan options marked, Knowledgable staff
Cons: Fewer vegan options than you would expect, Tad expensive for what you get
Guest
levi24
Points +644
Cool Concept, Many Vegan Options - Edit
I strongly suggest opting for the 'Make Your Own:' unlimited veggies (I get broccoli, kale, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and mushrooms), grain (I get half quinoa, half black lentils), sauce (tomato and black bean are tasty), and an assortment of other toppings (I get chickpeas, seaweed, corn nuts).
Read moreA little pricey, but you are getting a nutritiously well-rounded meal with semi-generous portions.
If you are visiting D.C., I recommend coming here for lunch! It's D.C.-based, Jose Andres owned (D.C. notable Chef), and brings in the work crowd.
Guest
kennyp353
Points +1785
Concept better than reality, but still really great - Edit
You can get something really healthy here, though if you're not careful you'll end up with fish sauce in it - ensure you ask what's veggie. I piled on the veggies, had them steamed with quinoa and tomato sauce since the curry sauce has fish in it - not that you'd know unless you asked, nothing is indicated veggie or not. Piled on more toppings, huge plate of food, at a good price - with nice unlimited juice drinks for an extra two bucks. It looked amazing but didn't really taste of much, though. Still, I'd give it another chance.
Read morePros: Loads and loads of healthy options
Cons: Beware fishy additives
Guest
shineonyou
Points +989
Focus is on Vegetables, not Vegetarians - Edit
Beefsteak is OK. Everyone seems to think this is a vegan’s dream, but that’s not totally the case. Rather, this is a restaurant focused on vegetables (if that sounds wacky, the celebrity chef behind Beefsteak, Jose Andres, is a pretty wacky guy). My husband, who isn’t vegetarian, actually loves this place more than I do.
Read moreYou can order a bowl off the menu or create your own. As far as I know, none of the pre-made bowls are vegan as is. So you’re going to make your own. You can select as many veggies as you want and then select a grain, sauce, toppings, etc. It is pretty exciting that there’s no limit to how many types of veggies that you get. The bowls tend to be huge and very, very filling. And I have a big appetite!
They also have the beefsteak tomato burger. They’ve told me this is vegan- I emailed to ask about this, particularly because you can’t tell otherwise if the bun is vegan. The mayo is Just Mayo brand. It’s really good but not so filling. Also, it’s seasonal- in the winter it’s a slice of beat instead of a slice of tomato. I recommend adding avocado, but of course this is extra.
Nothing is marked as vegan on the menu, which is pretty annoying, if only because not labeling vegan items is VERY unusual for a fast casual/create-your-own restaurant in DC. Just on this one block of Connecticut Ave. there are two other fast casual restaurants with well-marked vegan ingredients (Sweetgreen, Shop House).
Pros: Large portions, Unlimited types of vegetables
Cons: Menu doesn't denote vegan items
Guest
cookiem
Points +5952
Salad and Steam Bowls - Edit
This place is a fast, casual dining choice that helps keep you focused on veggies. I just wish it went all the way and kept it all veg, since, really, the meat choices look pretty sad.
Read moreThere are a few pre-made mixes of ingredients, or, you can make-your own. Most people choose the latter. For $1 more, you can steam your vegetables... personally, I think the salad is a better idea, especially because it's $1 cheaper. They also have lots of beverages from wine to green juice, they have gazpacho and carrot miso, and they have potato chips.
Lots of fresh veggies galore - but, they say it will depend on the season. Sweet potatoes, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, snow peas, green beans, red onions, etc. After you pick the veggies, you can add sauce, some fresh toppings like tomatoes, sprouts or radishes, among other items, but not the kimchi - it has fish sauce.
Add on some crunchies, maybe a liquid cold dressing like soy ginger or sherry vinaigrette. The cost is decent if you pile on the veggies. The other items are limited to how many you can top on your salad or bowl before they charge you.
If in doubt about something's veg*n nature, just ask.
Good concept for a new player in the salad and bowl scene in DC.
Pros: Fresh veggies, Juice freshly pressed
Cons: Label doesn't mark vegan items, Needs more sauces/ dressings
Guest
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