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Vegan
American
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Catering
Full-service vegan restaurant featuring home-style fare; weekend brunch menu 9am-3pm; regular menu 12-11pm. Free Wi-Fi. Current location since fall 2012; previously on N Orange Ave Ste 101. Sunday Brunch: 9am - 3pm. Reported closed September 2024.
373 Reviews
First Review by steroidicalkiwi
anthropomorphuck
Points +23
Good - Edit
This is the most commonly known Vegan restaurant in town. It's great the first couple of times but after that seems to loose it's appeal. The prices are moderate. The staff aren't always friendly.
Read moreDon't eat inside if you have anywhere important to go the smell will stay on you.
In terms of a restaurant is alright. In terms of it being vegan it's great..but just because it's vegan, it shouldn't be given handicaps.
Pros: Beer, Vegan food, art
Cons: Unfriendly staff, Menu dull pretty quick, Inside smell lingers
Guest
nsweeney
Points +260
Fantastic food - Edit
I travel to Orlando for business every few months and my first stop when I get off the plant is Ethos Vegan Kitchen. I ate there 3 out of 4 nights on my recent trip as I just really enjoy their food and the atmosphere is also very relaxing. Their food is fantastic, reasonably priced and the staff is very friendly. Wed is taco day/night, highly reccommend it. For an extra few cents you get sour cream and guacamole on the side. I also highly reccommend their cookies, they are not cheap at $1.50 each but they taste wonderful and are vegan.
Read morePros: Consistent excellent food, nice staff, comfortable atmosphere
Cons: Parking on street
Guest
NeiltheK
Points +78
I LOVE THIS PLACE! - Edit
On a recent road trip further north I made a special stop in Orlando so I could eat at Ethos. All vegan, friendly staff, cozy ambience, great food . . . I wish I lived closer, I'd be eating there all the time!
Read morePros: ALL VEGAN!, Cozy, friendly
Guest
harrysandy
Points +405
Where's the protein? - Edit
Bizarre vegan restaurant. The food is meatless, but there is little in terms of meat replacement. You kind of feel like you were invited over to your well-meaning aunt's house and she made her special dish for you and just left out the meat. But she was too clueless about how vegans actually survive day-to-day--by eating protein--so she didn't think to include any. I ordered the lasagna--no protein. My husband had sheep's pie--no protein. Our son order pasta with red sauce and they made that for him special, but with no protein. So we ordered a side of seitan, so he got protein. My daughter had pizza and added vegan pepperoni to it, so at least she got that for protein. We did not realize when we ordered our dishes that they would be protein-free. What's the point of having a vegan restaurant if your patrons are going to be just as starved for protein as if they went to some meat restaurant that has no vegan protein! Honestly, it seemed like the menu was designed by a 13-year-old girl who just became a vegan and knew nothing about nutrition. Sorry to go on, I was just floored by this incredible oversight.
Read moreFood was ok in terms of taste.
Pros: nice setting
Cons: hard to find protein
harrysandy
I agree not everybody wants fake meat. But few vegans want protein-free dishes. Tofu or legumes are fine. But a lasagna or sheep's pie without any protein source at all--fake meat or not--what are they thinking?
Read moredaikon
Seriously, what jaynamac said.
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christopher byron
Points +106
i love ethos - Edit
I drove past ethos on my way to rock n roll heaven (a rad indie record store in the area) and had to turn around to check it out. Ethos has a great vibe to it. The interior decorations were all travel themed, everything from the posters to the magazines. The prices are set right and the food is excellent. I would definitely go back and hang out and eat some excellent vegan food. The food is amazing!
Read morePros: great vibe, moderate prices with specials, excellent food
Cons: bad parking
Marxist Vegan
You think $9 (plus tax) for a small, sloppy sandwich is fair? Try sampling other vegan restaurants around the country/world or just cook at home.
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piffelina
Points +3608
don't miss! - Edit
ethos was a great, great find!
Read moreall the cookies were brilliant, and my what's the philly, dilly was great! very sad about missing the sunday brunch though.
definitely going back when in FL again!
Pros: the best we had in orlando
Guest
Benjamin
Points +24
SUPERB! - again and again! - Edit
A year ago I've been to ETHOS for the first time and wrote a review (which I had to delete to write this one - that's why you find my first review subsequently). This April I've been there again (I'm coming from Germany, so I'm not that often in FL), curios wether it's still that good. - It is! This time we managed to be there two times, so we had the opportunity to eat the excellent food we had last time (What's the Dilly, Philly? and Pumpkin Seed & Pesto Penne Pasta - the philly is a vegan's dream coming true, the pasta is delicious) and try some other, too. This time we had the Samson Burger and a Spinach Salad. The Samson Burger is massive and very tasty! I never had a black bean burger before, and I was surprised how good it is. My recommendation! The salad was excellent, too, very fresh, I enjoyed the interaction of the fruit, nuts and spinach. Afterwards, we had some lemon cake - awesome!
Read moreWe again enjoyed the friendly atmosphere a lot, they even recognized us from our visit a year ago! Good to have a place that far away from home where you immediately feel comfortable and welcome!
*******
My first Review from 3/27/08
Review: Me and a colleague came over from Germany to Orlando for business reasons. We found Ethos via HappyCow - and it was fantastic! We had What's the Dilly, Philly? with a Peanut Pasta Salad and Pumpkin Seed & Pesto Penne Pasta. It was really delicious and I wish I could have tried the other stuff, too! Afterwards, we had some Apple Galette (try it warm, it's awesome!) and Chocolate Cake for dessert. Yummy!
The food at Ethos is really SUPERB and we loved it (me as well as my colleague, who isn't a vegetarian herself)!
Perhaps even better than the food (if possible...) is the super friendly staff at Ethos', who gave us excellent commendations on what to choose. They are really, really nice and cool guys, running a very (!) friendly and wellcoming restaurant!
I hope I'll have the chance to come by for another time! Sadly, it's a long way from Germany to Orlando, FL...
So, no question: it's 5 cows from me and my colleague!
Pros: friendly staff * delicious food * welcoming place
Cons: * *
Pros: great staff, great food, great place
Guest
veganne
Points +53
Brunch is the best, especially the pancakes!! - Edit
As I am from England I'm always looking for new vegan places to eat, myself and my family ended up eating here 3 times, twice in the evening and once to the brunch which was the best I have ever had, we had the pancakes, cinnamon rolls, sausage patties, home fries all were excellent taste and quality, I wish we had a place like this in England!!
Read moreThe staff are always friendly and enthusiastic!
Pros: Staff, Food, Brunch
Guest
marybheine
Points +97
Comfort Vegan Food - Edit
I went here twice this week, as I like to go to different vegan restaurants around the world. Not an easy place to find, as there were missing street signs (I guess all the signs are used at Disneyworld instead). Nice employees who work there, especially Jeff, who would give me good advice about what to order. I could tell he really enjoys his job. I had the appetizer of steamed edamame, but got tired of opening them up. I would dip them in the accompanying soy sauce, but they would sometimes sink to the bottom of the container, and there was no way to dig them back up.
Read moreI had the pecan-encrusted eggplant as my entree. Great contrast of creamy mashed potatoes with brown gravy and the crunchy coating.There was some kind of alcohol used in the topping which I didn't like (I don't drink). The accompanying vegetables were heavy on the green pepper and oil. I had 2 cookies to go for later, but I was very disappointed with the taste. A bad oily, aftertaste from it. The second day I had the "dilly Philly" sandwich, as I live in Philadelphia. I found the pan-fried seitan very tasty, but the sandwich itself was very dry, and I ended up just picking out the insides. The accompanying cole slaw was the best thing that day. I had to move to the outside tables, as there was a strong and permeating grease stench coming from the nearby kitchen. Not appetizing, although those 2 window tables close to the kitchen were charming. I ate outside in the covered porch, but was surprised how many hairdressers from the beauty salon next door would walk through the porch area for their hourly smokes. Ick. Good prices on the food, but the credit card slips need to include a place to leave a tip.
Pros: friendly staff, comfort food, reasonable prices
Cons: greasy kitchen odor, hard to find, some things had an off taste
Guest
Herbiv4
Points +2048
Well worth it!!!! - Edit
I travel for work, so needless to say-I LOVE this site! Staying in a hotel about 1/2 mile from this restaurant, I walked to eat a late lunch there. Lesson learned the hard way...they do NOT accept AMEX cards. However, I returned to order the 'what they dilly, philly' with chips and salsa. Superb!!!! The staff is uber friendly (and understanding-lol-I had to walk back to the hotel to get my visa). I chose to sit outside and loved watching the lake while I ate scrumptious food. I will probably even go back for dinner tonight! This restaurant is well worth it!
Read morePros: great food, nice location, reasonable prices
Cons: don't accept AMEX
Guest
azzureelove
Points +32
Nice Place - Edit
This place was very nice, and it was worth the drive. The staff was very nice and helped me pick out a good lunch. I have not been very impressed with the desserts, but overall they have good food.
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justingross
Points +271
Enjoyable Evening - Edit
What a find in Orlando. I was here second weekend of 2009 and I ate here. My friend and I had a delicious dinner. I had the Philly sandwich and my friend had the Sheeps Pie. It was pretty good food. The staff was really friendly and helpful. I always like it when the staff a veg place is friendly. It's so important. You order at the counter and they bring your food to your table. I wish they had a larger menu...that's the only critical thing I can think of. But we were very satisfied with our evening. If you're in Orlando and you want vegan food...even if you don't...Stop by Ethos.
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marvin2000
Points +71
Excellent and affordable - Edit
When their twice. Live on the West Coast of the state and happened to be in orlando. Liked everything I tried. My family is not vegan and they loved it to. My daughter old liked the Lasagna. The garlic pizza is very garlicky so that was a matter of taste. Wish they had more locations. Can't wait till my next trip to orlando to go back.
Read moreThanks.
Pros: Excellent Food, Affordable, Friendly staff
Cons: None
Guest
brainyblonde
Points +108
food not so hot - Edit
I'm thrilled to see yet another all vegan restaurant open in Orlando (there are two now with Cafe 118 in Winter Park) but I was let down when I went. First of all when I went (a few weeks after they opened) the ambiance was similar to McDonalds. Hopefully that has changed since then (a little warmth, colors, cute touch to the plain bathrooms and decor- heck even McDonalds- the evil empire- has more color ;)
Read moreMy tea was good. I do remember that. But my dish which was veggies in a shepard's pie was overcooked and the veggies? I swear they tasted can. My dear friend wasn't too thrilled either and he's a strict vegan (me just veg) I probably won't go again and my other friends who have gone since felt the same...
Pros: at least it's vegan, location, nice workers
Cons: bland so so dishes, ambiance
Guest
woofboy111
Points +20
I was disappointed... - Edit
I am not Vegan or vegetarian, but I enjoy eating vegan/vegetarian food on occasion. When I read about Ethos in the paper, I decided to give it a try.
Read moreI ordered the Udon Asian Odyssey, which was supposed to be Udon noodles with assorted vegetables. Udon noodles are thick, round noodles that look somewhat like fuzzy worms when cooked. What was served were wide, flat noodles that seemed more along the lines of chow fun. I wouldn't have had a problem with the chow fun noodles if I was told that is what I was ordering, but I was expecting some udon. I'm guessing either Ethos was out of the udon and made a substitution without informing the customer, or they are assuming that the average vegan doesn't know much about Japanese noodles. I really don't like it when I order one thing, and get something else. Someone else that I dined here with also had something similar happen in their wrap.
I also found the noodles to be way too salty. I love salty foods, but the amount of salt in here was over the top. Besides from the wrong type of noodles, the pasta seemed like it would have been really good if it wasn't for the salt. Instead, I had to eat some bread and drink lots of water to counter out the overpowering salty taste.
I hope I went to Ethos on a bad night. The restaurant seemed to have potential. If they actually cooked what was described on their menu and didn't dump a whole box of salt into their food, it probably would be pretty good. As far as the menu goes, it was much better than some of the other Orlando Vegan restaurants, so it was kind of disappointing to have problems with the food. I also think the restaurant would be much improved as well if they got rid of the counter service at dinner and had actual servers. I think I'll eventually return to Ethos to give them another try, but after my first experience, it's not a place I have cravings for.
Pictures of my Udon (without udon noodles) Odyssey can be seen here:
http://watch-me-eat.blogspot.com/2008/10/ethos-vegan-kitchen.html
Pros: one of the few vegan places in Orlando, nice location
Cons: Extremely Salty, meals are not what's described on menu, overpriced
Guest
vegan sunshine
Points +68
a vegan mans DREAM - Edit
I love this place. i have only been once, but it was great. We ordered pizza and the philly sub; both were delicious. The chocolate chip cookies were good, too.
Read morePros: 100% vegan!, atmosphere
Guest
Daytonaveg
Points +37
Ethos rocks! - Edit
I've been to Ethos quite a few times now. It's wonderful! Great tasting vegan food, friendly staff, good atmosphere... it's the best vegetarian/vegan restaurant in all of Central Florida. It's the best. I've had most of the dishes, but my favorite are the pecan encrusted eggplant, the pizza, and the philly sandwich. The portobella one is also great! So many great options to choose from!
Read morePros: all vegan menu, good atmosphere, friendly staff
Cons: none
Guest
Kell Bell
Points +58
Fantastic Comfort Food for Vegans! - Edit
I recently ate at Ethos for the first time, and I'm sure it won't be my last. The food is incredibly tasty. Everything tasted like it had been seasoned, marinated, or simmered for hours. The Vegetable Galette was ordered as an appetizer, but watch out - it's enormous and a meal in itself! You'll be amazed at the crust...we could have sworn it was made with butter, but the friendly staff confirmed it was vegan butter. Amazing! The Philly sandwich is seasoned perfectly and very hearty and "meaty". The Sheep's Pie is the perfect medley of mashed potatoes and vegetables, and took up half the table. Bring your appetite - the portions lean towards big. The inside is reminiscent of a cafe - you order at the counter and a waitstaff brings out the food to your table, and local artist's works hang on the walls. Everyone from the patrons to the staff were all very friendly and inviting. Green tea and cookies were enjoyed outside in their outdoor seating area. They have a small selection of cakes and cookies, but I settled on a classic... chocolate chip. Glad I did - they don't get much better than this.
Read morePros: Great Value, Large Portions, Delicious Food
Guest
MichelleD
Points +40
Excellent - Edit
I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone! I had the pecan crusted eggplant, which was to die for... and my mother (who is not a vegetarian) had a pizza. Both were beyond expectation.
Read moreTheir bakery was a real treat! I took some yummy cookies and muffins back to my hotel for later.
I have such a hard time finding nutritious vegan meals when I eat out. For someone who travels frequently this place was certainly appreciated!
Pros: Great food!, Nice atmosphere.
Guest
myra975
Points +1830
A Breath of Fresh Air - Edit
Excellent tasting healthy food at affordable prices. "Features hearty, home-cooked traditional and intercontinental fare." Atmosphere was really nice with clean eating areas both inside featuring local art and outside with a nice view of Lake Ivanhoe. We ate the "What's the Dilly, Philly" & it was out of this world - the portions were just right. It was really nice just being able to go to a great restaurant & not have to worry about ingredients- 100% Vegan. Ethos is a place we will always frequent when we are in the Orlando area. I love the fact that this place also helps the community & has events to support others - feels like a little family.
Read morePros: 100% Vegan, Live Music on Fridays, Sunday Brunch
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gr8vegan
Points +2357
Vegan 2.0! Wow this place is awesome! - Edit
The description of this place should be changed. Their menu is NOT limited, but OUTSTANDING. This is a very hip brand new refreshing vegan restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating (w/view). Ethos is simply the blueprint of how a vegan restaurant should be done. I can't imagine how much the owners spent on creating this place. Its heaven. If you are vegan and live in Orlando get yourself over there asap. There were TONS of hip vegans eating here when I went today. (Got stuck in Orlando on a canceled connecting flight) The staff is SUPER NICE / FRIENDLY / HELPFUL / EFFICIENT! Let me get to the food! GO FOR THE PHILLY! However when I saw someone eating a Shepherd's pie and wished I could have tried that, too! I did go overboard and had a cookie & a pastry! Both were fantastic. Anyone contemplating opening a vegan restaurant should check this place out. It'll knock your socks off
Read morePros: Design, Philly, Cookies
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steroidicalkiwi
Points +32
very good. - Edit
i enjoyed what i had at this restaurant. i had the what's the dilly, philly? (vegan philly cheesesteak sandwich) and it was to die for. the dessert that i had, the spiced and walnut cake, was good as well. for my first visit to a vegtan restaurant in florida, i was impressed. i met the owner and she seems very nice. when i come to florida again, i plan on coming here to eat at least once.
Read morePros: tasty food, changing menu, friendly staff
Cons: very busy during dinner hours
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