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Vegan-friendly
Lacto
American
Juice bar
Take-out
Gluten-free
Honey
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe with vegan and gluten-free options including pancakes, toast, buddha bowls, wraps, burgers, and energy balls. Food is made to order. Has fresh juice and smoothie bar. Open Mon-Sat 8:00am-4:30pm, Sun 8:00am-3:00pm.
35 Reviews
First Review by MichaelMMM
RobinBobbin
Points +134
Vegan breakfast - Edit
We stopped in for a late breakfast on our way out of town. I appreciate that they had warm vegan options as most places in the area only have smoothies or bowls as a vegan option. I went with the tofu scramble with the addition of another vegetable and vegan cheese with a side of hashbrowns. We got in about 9:30am and the staff was very busy with a few larger families. After we finally ordered we ended up having to wait nearly 45 minutes for our food. The scramble was a bit grease (leaving grease on the table by the time I was done) and was a bit under salted though I could add salt from the table. The hashbrowns were cooked through but not crisp as they were obviously rushed to get cooked. If I was to go back I’d do a bagel to bowl instead.
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Juice, smoothies and coffee, Indoor and outdoor seating
Cons: Baked goods in plastic, Only disposable serving dishes, A bit of a wait when busy
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DrMichelle20
Points +483
Tofu scramble - Edit
Great tofu scramble with veggies! My husband loved his vegan blueberry muffin. Nice to have a place with so many options for breakfast
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Madisonian
Points +869
Awesome vegan eats - Edit
Freshfit had the best vegan scrambled tofu dish we have ever eaten, loaded with veggies, cheese and hash browns on the side. We also tried the dinner plate size vegan GF blueberry pancake - also awesome.
Read moreEven better this visit than we remembered. This time we had an espresso topped pancake with vegan butter and syrup, and the tofu scramble with vegan cheese. We also tried the oatmilk lattes, which were great. Super friendly staff as well
Save room for the vegan chocolate brownie!
Updated from previous review on 2022-10-01
Pros: Friendly staff, Delicious entrees, Pet friendly
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clankoid
Points +53
Great place for fresh healthy food - Edit
Tons! Of vegan options especially for breakfast they’ve got the only vegan breakfast options (that I know of) on the beach. My go to is getting a tofu scramble with veggies add vegan cheese and a side of toast or potatoes. The vegan pancakes are really good too they have a lot of different mix ins and flavors. I think they are the only place on the obx that has vegan pancakes. Juices and smoothies tasty and full of fruit I’ve tried several flavors and the “refreshing” smoothie and “ph balance” juices are my favorite. For lunch I usually get the chickpea wrap and it’s always tasty!
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DeirdreF
Points +344
Lovely cafe - Edit
Lovely cafe with good food and drinks and friendly staff!
Read morePros: Friendly staff , Good fresh food and drinks
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deeli924
Points +36
Delicious!! - Edit
We come for breakfast before we leave the island every year. The food is good, the people are so nice and attentive and I love having a vegan breakfast option!!!
Read morePros: Pancakes!, Fresh!, Beautiful location
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countravioli9
Points +62
It was too difficult to get what I ordered - Edit
I was excited to come here because they have so many vegan options. I was passing through and ordered to go. I asked for a black bean burger, she said “a black bean burger?” I said “yes”. Then I asked if the coleslaw was vegan and she said yes so I picked that as a side. Then she read my order back and said “a turkey burger” I said “no, a black bean burger” she said “oh right, a black bean burger”. When my food was ready she said “turkey burger” again. I said “I ordered a black bean burger” she said “yeah that’s what I meant to say”. I got in the car and my friend started leaving, I decided to look at it, and it was a Turkey burger. I decided to give up and not ever go back after that.
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adamcapp
Points +17
A good breakfast - Edit
Most vegan options of any restaurant in OBX.
Read moreWill definitely go back 👏👏
Pros: Lots of vegan options , Tofu scramble , Good juice options.
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StephanieSickerott
Points +280
Great vegan options - Edit
The vegan options were awesome! Menu was clearly marked. Food was amazing. The only downside was the waitress was slow (there was only one other person there) and we had to pay up-front for our food, which was odd. Otherwise it was a great place.
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Menu clearly marked, Delicious food
Cons: Pay up-front, Slow service
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LenMeyer
Points +42
Love their food! - Edit
Great family owned restaurant with yummy vegan and vegetarian options. Acai bowls are the best!
Read morePros: Amazing food
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Moogz
Points +18
Great vegan options for the price and cute location! - Edit
Great food! Ordered the tofu scramble and the vegan blueberry pancake SO GOOD! Also got a latte with coconut milk. Great place for vegans and non vegans alike. Tables outside by the water. Cute interior with big windows. Food is also affordable! Will be back many times over.
Read morePros: Vegan options, Affordable, Great view
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Quattlejizz
Points +383
Vegan pancakes - perfect location - top spot. - Edit
Chocolate chip & Blueberry vegan pancakes 5/5
Read moreHashbrowns 4/5
Vibe 6/5
Staff 6/5.
Pros: Right on the water & solid ambiance, Vegan pancakes, tho, Affordable
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Joanie1982
Points +44
Can’t give 5 stars but I would do - Edit
Because it’s not completely vegan the app doesn’t allow me to give 5 stars. The scramble tofu, the breakfast potato’s are just perfect. The vegan pancake too. They put a lot of effort to please vegan, they deserve 5 stars for that. Thank you guys for being open minded, it’s nice to have you in a place where vegan food is rare.
Read morePros: Well done vegan option
Cons: Nothing
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Mirandawing6
Points +114
Great options! - Edit
I was concerned the outbanks wouldn’t have great vegan options- but I was wrong! Their vegan pancakes are delicious ( my husband and I tried their espresso and blueberry pancakes). They also had coffee with vegan milk options! The items were easily labeled as vegan on their menu. The only recommendation I would have for them is to list if their flavor shots are vegan as the staff there didn’t know the answer to that as well.
Read morePros: Lots of options!
Cons: Unknown if flavor shots for the coffee are vegan
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Aly&Sean
Points +548
Vegan breakfast!! - Edit
Always so excited to find a place with vegan breakfast options! We got the vegan blueberry pancakes, tofu scramble with spinach, peppers, and mushrooms, hash browns, and a green magic smoothie. Everything was delicious! They have lots of outside seating right on the bay (which we loved so much we forgot to take photos of the food). They can also accommodate for food allergies!
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RiverOne
Points +112
Grilled Chickpea Wrap - Edit
Delicious grilled chickpea wrap and beet salad - ate on deck overlooking waterfront.
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CandiceThies
Points +42
Pleasantly surprised - Edit
I honestly didn't know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. I do wish there were more options but from the options available it was good. Not sure with the location I'd drive back and forth for the limited menu of vegan items but definitely worth the stop on the way to rentals.
Read moreThe coffee is super hot so be careful.
Pros: Vegan options, Fresh and hot when ordering
Cons: Not a ton of vegan options, Location
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HeatherEversole
Points +127
Delicious! - Edit
Great good! Vegan and vegetarian options. Right on the water.
Read morePros: Great options!, On water
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brittjuel88
Points +28
Amazing vegan options. - Edit
We love the vegan pancakes and the chickpea grilled wrap. Great staff
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Juices, Gluten free options
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KellyKramer
Points +281
Great options - Edit
Loved this restaurant, staff was very friendly and food came out quick. So many options and flexibility with orders too!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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kdowning
Points +301
Delicious vegan options! - Edit
Great variety of vegan options with pancakes(delicious), bagels, tofu scramble, sandwiches, smoothies and more. Staff is super sweet and they offer compostable straws.
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chikp_lvr
Points +72
Fantastic!! - Edit
Worth the 30 minute drive from waves. Delicious scramble, pancakes and taters! Oh em gee!!!!!!!
Read moreWater view.
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kefox1995
Points +1088
Best Vegan Breakfast - Edit
Absolutely phenomenal food. The best tofu scramble I’ve ever tasted, make sure to add vegan cheese. Hash downs had onions in them. So so yummy- would like to come back to try the pancakes! Huge selection of smoothies and juice
Read morePros: Best tofu scramble , Smoothies and Juice
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CaseyB
Points +62
Delicious Food and Amazing Service - Edit
Although not entirely vegan, I would absolutely give this place 5 stars. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Menu is clearly marked and the staff is attentive and knows the menu well to answer any questions. This is place is a must.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan, and gluten free options. , Some meat products available to accommodate, Beer/adult beverages available
Cons: Not for people who only go to fully vegan cafes
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awakenstars
Points +44
Love this place - Edit
Such nice people with great options for everyone and great views! Coffee was amazing and the food too!
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Dessy
Points +45
Fresh juice!! - Edit
We’ve been here a few times for the juices & they’re great! They put ice cubes in them, which is a little strange. We had the tofu scramble and hashbrowns for the first time today - not amazing, but I’ve had some real nasty tofu scramble in my day and this was totally acceptable! Staff are ALWAYS friendly, knows what is and isn’t vegan, & will accommodate dietary restrictions. I’m just so happy to find fresh juice!! It’s always exactly what my body needs after a full day of sun and getting my ass kicked by the ocean. Cashier was wearing a mask.
Read morePros: Actual fresh made juice, Clearly marked vegan options
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CodyDenzler
Points +48
Amazing - Edit
Wonderful food, great service, and an amazing view. The hash browns are out of this world.
Read morePros: Great vegan options, Friendly and knowledgeable, Clear menu
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