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Bohemian tea room with vegetarian light food menu offering dishes, such as hummus plate with pita, and sweets like cookies, cakes, and chocolate. Offers tea tastings and tea classes. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm.


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24 Reviews

First Review by Sarsparilla

Vegannie1

Points +80

Vegan
27 Aug 2023

Great Tea and Groovy Ambience

Extensive vegan choices. I had a bowl of veggies over rice and it was quite good and the tea list is endless! Vegan baked goods too.

Pros: Quality of food, Choice of tea, Ambience

Cons: music

AmyZakerski

Points +24

Vegan
17 Mar 2023

Not fully vegan but so close

Can accommodate just about any allergy or dietary restriction. Many healthy options. Best hummus ever. Uses Dare vegan cheese. Many vegan desserts (maybe more than half are vegan). Staff is knowledgeable on what's vegan. Your choice of coconut oil or ghee on kitchari - choose coconut oil or no oil for vegan. Beet salad comes with blue cheese but can be omitted or subbed with very delicious vegan cheese. Has dairy milk but drinks don't automatically come with it - choose oat or coconut milk. Many drinks come with honey unless you request otherwise so watch out for that. Banana nut toast comes with honey but can be omitted. Can be very busy, expect to wait a little.

Pros: All Food can be made vegan, Gluten free bread that is actually good, Extensive tea menu

Cons: No soy milk (oat is really good though)

raupi93

Points +219

Vegan
29 Jan 2023

Perfekt tea and good ingredients

The tea was perfekt and I had a vegan cheeseplate plate which tasted great. For a cheeseplate I hoped for more cheese because there were just two different kind of cheese and the rest was salad, vegetables, bread and fruits. Everything really tasty! But just not enough cheese to call it like that.

Pros: Plenty of vegan options, Great tea

Cons: Not enough cheese

kenny.cakes

Points +1395

Vegan
10 Jan 2023

Just tea

Going just for tea is fun despite them not having many fruit or white tea options. I did not like my food. I got a bowl where all the veggies were wet and steamed with zero seasonings or sauce. It was tough to get through. I don't care for the desserts either because it is health focused and doesn't taste nearly as good as what I could be.

metalmom440

Points +32

Vegan
07 Jan 2023

Must try place if you are visiting Asheville

Delicious tea room with complimenting menu of apps, various bowls, salad, sandwiches and excellent desserts. A large percentage of items are also vegan, with a wide range of items clearly marked. All deserts are gluten free. You must try the outstanding pistachio truffle ball! #Veganuary

Pros: Options between snacks, bowls, sandwiches and dese, Gluten free options , Excellent service

Cons: N/a

MelodyVeganJoy

Points +7309

Vegan
26 Dec 2022

Wonderful experience

Love the ambiance, the vegan pastries , and the exotic selection of teas.

Mountain1111

Points +256

Vegetarian
22 Jul 2022

Relaxing

I like both locations but this West Asheville spot has more vegan food options. Enjoyed the huge list of teas to choose from. The peppermint and yin zhen silver needles are high quality.

Pros: Tea service presentation., Relaxing atmosphere., Location is near many amazing vegan places.

Cons: Parking

WNCVegan

Points +110

Vegan
16 Dec 2021

Not to Be Missed

A wonderful tea house with two locations. A vast selection of excellent teas with vegetarian and vegan treats (both savory and sweet) to die for. Don't miss the chance to treat yourself here

Pros: Great tea, Relaxed setting, Wonderful snacks

Cons: Parking can be a challenge

ivyvanhout

Points +188

Vegan
26 Jul 2021

West Asheville location

The food at the west Asheville location is delicious. The Reuben and the noodle bowl are my favorites. I’ve been getting the iced tulsi chai for years. I appreciate that they have an array of plant milks. Sit on the outside patio if you can.

Pros: Gluten free options, V/gf desserts

Journey

Points +245

Vegan
12 May 2021

Cruel, truly cruel.

These people kicked me out! After being a long time paying customer, and truly loving this place. Durring the lockdown I ordered a to-go kale cszsar salad, and a new moon tea. When I picked it up I noticed the tea was in a honey jar with the wrapper half off, indicating it was a used jar, or a jar from their recycle bin.
When I got home I opened it and took a big swig.. it was soap suds and tea.
I immediately called to ask if i could return it, they said no, because they did not believe me, and rudely hung up. I told them when I called back that I could bring in the honey jar with soap suds, tea and the salad to prove my claim, but they refused. I then tasted the salad it tasted soapy too, which may have been due to my soapy palette, after sipping the soapy tea from that used honey jar. I am vegan & I am not a liar. I called back again and told him i could not eat the meal because of the soapy jar of tea, and how now the salad also tasted soapy. I asked if i could return it or get a refund. Again he refused, so I asked to speak with the owner he said the owner was out, and to call back the next day. So I called the owner the next day. The owner did not believe my story even though I told him that I could bring in the used honey jar with soap suds, tea and salad to prove my claim, but he refused and told me never to return. Even after one year they offered no path to return, no apology for the mistreatment, and no excuse nor explanation why they kicked me out. Cruel truly cruel.

Pros: There are not that many vegan restaurants in NC, So it really hurts when my favorites kick me out.

Cons: Very cruel manager, One mean staff member, 1 year later & still I am not allowed to eat here, I cannot give less than 2 stars or I would give 0

skking1961

Points +85

Vegetarian
11 Aug 2020

Yum. Driving through

I was driving through Asheville and found this place on Happy Cow. It’s close off 240, so it’s fairly easy on/off. Very creative menu options. I got the Forest Dragon tea and the Almond Chocolate Joyful NAR. Both were fantastic. Worth a visit. They have a large vegan offering.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly service, Outstanding food and drink

Cons: Street parking or park across a busy street

chelsea.elle13

Points +447

Vegan
11 Mar 2020

Tea and vegan desserts

I recommend checking out their West Asheville location for a larger food and dessert menu. Many vegan desserts and a HUGE tea selection.

My favorite thing to order is the Shak-tea with oat milk and the Caramel Mocha Cacao Bar :)

Pros: Lots of vegan desserts, Huge tea menu, Great atmosphere

McMallory

Points +1661

Vegan
03 Nov 2019

Not all created equal

Nice place with an amazing tea selection, but the vegetarian menu varies by location, and not all are as good as this branch. A nice place to relax and have a tea, though.

JackieP

Points +379

Vegan
30 Aug 2019

Nice atmosphere.

I enjoyed my visit. So. Much. Tea. Food is smaller bites, but good. I'd relax there more often, but I find their chairs to be uncomfortable.

Pros: Veg options, Impressive tea selection

Cons: Uncomfortable chairs

DanielleSinclairDub

Points +18

Vegan
15 Jun 2019

Best place for a small bite

Great atmosphere and a lovely staff. I probably spend way too much free time here. I love it!

Pros: Besides some baked goods, everything can be made v

Emily711

Points +24

Vegan
04 Apr 2019

Wonderful place to relax

Love the tea selection and the atmosphere at dobra. The staff are super knowledgeable and they have delicious vegan snacks as well (albeit very expensive ones lol). A wonderful place!

Pros: Friendly, knowledgeable staff, Lots of vegan options, Relaxing atmosphere

Cons: Vegan snacks and light fare are very expensive

JeremyLoeb

Points +54

Vegan
11 Feb 2019

Great spot for teas

And some light snacks as well. Staff is helpful and knowledgeable

ilovetoeatveggies

Points +221

Vegan
10 Feb 2019

Fav Chill Spot

WAVL Dobra is my favorite spot to chill and grub and drink and read and work and everything. The teas and sweets and food are all perfect.

Cons: Staff a bit too arrogant.

Birgit

Points +1163

Vegan
10 Jun 2018

A true gem

We came in to order some food for our road trip home and loved the welcoming serenity of the place and the super friendly staff. Avocado toast, Buddhabowl, spring rolls and pistachio rose cookie were very delicious (oishi!!!!)and so fresh. The packaging and cutlery were eco friendly. Loved also their great selection of teas and beautiful pottery and the overall Japanese flair.

turtleveg

Points +1590

Vegan
21 Mar 2018

lovely and unique

We stopped in on a cold winter day and had such a pleasant experience! I ordered a delicious Moroccan mint tea and it arrived in a gorgeous tea pot and was hand poured for me at the table. They also had some light/healthy vegan/gf menu selections but I didn't try those.

PixieMel

Points +740

Vegan
02 Oct 2017

A must-visit!

I really enjoy trips to Dobra, as a tea lover and plant eater. Their tea list is extensive and sure to have something for everyone. The food is light, fresh, healthy, and delicious. Not everything is vegan but there are several options available. I usually order the spring rolls. They make a good meal for 1 or you can share as an app with another person. They're pretty big.

Vegan desserts/treats are available.

Good info to know: There are 3 Dobra locations, including 1 in downtown Asheville and 1 in Black Mountain.

Pros: Healthy Food, Extensive tea menu, 3 locations

Cons: A little spendy

Arianne1328

Points +52

Vegan
27 Mar 2017

one of my favorite places!!

Amazing little spot to kick off your shoes, grab a cushion on the floor and have great conversation. Relaxing and quiet. I enjoy that they only serve tea and a super small finger food menu. Perfect for a Saturday afternoon or after dinner hang

Pros: ambiance , all ages

cacaomeow

Points +16

Vegan
12 Jan 2016

High Vibe Freshness

I've always loved Dobra, and was so happy to see this space open on the westside with an expanded menu! Dobra West is an amazing little spot with consistently flavorful & fresh veg food. Really great soup & dahl specials ... plus ayurvedic kitchari, vegan tom kha, the freshest spring rolls ever, a yum veg & rice bowl with kimchi & shiitakes, etc. They have a rotating cashew cheesecake that is always AMAZE -- get it. Also lots of raw treats and chocolates plus some baked goods that contain dairy but look delicious. Everything is vegetarian, gluten-free and high quality. A great space to do work, meet up with people, or sip on some tea in solitude. The atmosphere is inviting and peaceful - lots of different seating options with cozy, cushioned alcoves in the back and open, sunny tables in the front. Some of the freshest, no BS, high vibe veg food in Asheville, no doubt. I feel nourished and satisfied every time I eat here.

Pros: excellent atmosphere , high quality, flavorful, and fresh food, good value

Sarsparilla

Points +16

Herbivore
03 Dec 2015

great quality, affordable, awesome atmoshere

Asheville's Dobra folk opened this new location in July of 2015 that not only provides west asheville fine drink but healthy delicious food items. The menu is 90% vegan; all vegetarian and GF. Miso and veggie bowls, macrobiotic, ayurvedic, indian/thai cuisine. Awesome specials. Highly recommended. Be sure to adventure into the lush world of fine tea as well :)




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