Lacto
American
Beer/Wine
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant in the Desert Botanical Gardens offering labeled vegan dishes which change seasonally. Sample dishes include fried tofu, salad, soup, a grain bowl, a noodles dish and more. Also has NexVeg plant based protein options to substitute into any dish. Ask admissions how to get in the restaurant. Open Mon-Fri 10:30am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-9:00pm.
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11 Reviews
First Review by mvineyard
SammieBretz
Points +127
Cauliflower and noodles - Edit
Cauliflower shishito dish was out of this world. The cauliflower was finished like kettle corn. Crispy sweet. Chili sauce and flavorful charred shishito peppers.
Read moreNoodle dish has so much flavor. Sweet, acidic, salty. Has sriracha but it isn’t that spicy.
Berry basil lemonade was also flavorful.
Pros: Flavor, Friendly staff , Good variety
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Vegan Vagabond
Points +5445
This is a good place for a mixed diet group - Edit
This is a restaurant in the Phoenix Botanical Gardens. They have a pretty good menu with a number of vegan options, as well as vegan labeled desserts. I came with a client friend thatis an omnivore. I ordered hummus, a root salad, and a chickpea curry dish. I also got the berry crumble for dessert. Everything was fresh and tasty. 
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adalea
Points +1156
clearly labeled and good! - Edit
big fan of the fried cauliflower and shishito peppers! also the berry lemonade is good
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Jason.Fontana
Points +1853
Amazing Good - Edit
The service was great, the food was delicious. Vegan items were clearly marked. I highly recommend adding the smoked tofu to your meal.
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osnapitzkarina
Points +71
Not a Fan - Edit
I was not a big fan of Gertrude’s, unfortunately. I ordered the carrot & beet hummus for the table and the stir fry noodle for myself.
Read moreThe hummus lacked any good flavor. I ended up eating the chips and not the hummus. The noodles were drowned in soy sauce, it was like soy sauce soup.
I also ordered the cactus water Cosmo which tasted like sugar water.
I really wanted to like Gertrude’s. The location is super serene and I’d had a great time at the Botanical Garden. Unfortunately, it just did not do it for me.
Pros: Decent vegan options , Good service
Cons: Not good
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katyscott33
Points +377
Loved the food! - Edit
Everything we had was flavorful, fresh, perfectly seasoned. Clearly marked on menu. Great setting especially if you’re planning to enjoy the gardens.
Read morePros: Appetizer (cauliflower) was exceptional , Main course (noodles, mushrooms, tofu) amazing, Dessert - one of the best I’ve had (choc. Bundt)
Cons: Would have liked more than vegan main course, The waiter was great and knowledgeable , We were unsure if we could walk around gardens
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Kellay85
Points +63
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Between my husband and I we ordered the veggie hummus, the shaved root salad, tamales, and stir fry noodles with tofu. The salad dressing was not good, way too salty. The salad went mostly uneaten. The hummus plate was tasty. Presentation was beautiful and chips had a slightly sweet taste. I enjoyed the tamales plate. I didn’t know what to expect but was pleased. The leftovers the next day were enjoyable as well. I didn’t try the stir fry but husband said it was good. The non vegan in our patty had the shrimp salad. She also did not enjoy her dressing and only ate about half of her meal. Ambiance was nice, we sat outside. Walking through the inside of the restaurant was very loud, would not have wanted to eat inside. It was expensive, but we are on vacation so understand we will be spending more than normal on meals.
Read morePros: Ambiance , Multiple options
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onthe_GoVegan
Points +354
Great ambiance, delicious food - Edit
There are several fully vegan options including a smoked tofu appetizer and several apps and entrees. They also have vegan dessert options. The atmosphere is amazing in the heart of the Desert Botanical Gardens. They prioritize local produce and spices with unique flavors and options.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options. , Farm to table, Thoughtful flavors
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BeverlyOrnberg
Points +1209
Visit the Botanical Gardens and stay for lunch! - Edit
Lots of vegan options, and the plate presentations were a work of art. The menu changes seasonally and the chef is very creative. You will not be disappointed.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Beautiful food!
Cons: Absolutely must have a reservation! No walk-ins.
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jennn_
Points +68
Everything was delicious. - Edit
The menu is marked with a ‘v’ so that you can clearly see what items are vegan or can be ordered vegan.
Read moreThe cauliflower appetizer is a m a z i n g!!!
We also ordered the tamales and the stir-fry rice noodles.
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mvineyard
Points +28
Some great vegan options - Edit
Menu items are clearly marked.
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