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Cafe serving vegetarian cuisine with international flair, such as vegetarian sushi, sandwiches, salads, a raw tapas plate, fruit smoothies and elixirs, and dinner plates. Reported closed June 2025.
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40 Wall St (at downtown), Asheville, North Carolina, USA, 28801
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- Outdoor seating
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Last update on 09 Jun 2025 by Davesw
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214 Reviews
First Review by aglenn0
111artsgallery
Points +1335
Sunday brunch - Edit
Always a must , usually always like couple times my appetizers over cooked or rushed the had lot open seats but made people Waite they where quick with check we always try stop here but was not nearly as good as had been in the past
Read morePros: Lots vegan items
Cons: Expensive for what ya get
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MyGreenTongue
Points +478
Lots of vegan options & Friendly service - Edit
We shared the vegan cheese plate which was full of flavor. The cheeses are more like dips but are tasty. Cauliflower tacos were are favorite.
Read morePros: Many vegan options
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faith312
Points +45
Nice ambiance - Edit
Lovely interior, friendly staff. The pakoras were great.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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clln
Points +24
This place was amazing! So many great vegan options! - Edit
Had the dragon bowl and buffalo cauliflower tacos. They can make anything vegan. Brought a water. Owl for my dog
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Dog friendly , Friendly staff
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VeganCheezhead
Points +126
Delicious food with plenty of vegan options - Edit
We had brunch here and loved it. We started with a cinnamon roll and the bagel with carrot “lox.” We could have stopped there but the menu had so many options, we just kept eating. The waffle and “chicken” sandwich was super tasty, and the Laughing Seed salad with the sesame ginger dressing was great, too. We even indulged in some Bloody Marys because how often can you find vegan versions? I definitely would go back. I’d give it five stars if that were allowed.
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Delicious food and drinks, Attentive servers
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epn305
Points +659
Very tasteful and mostly vegan - Edit
We were seated outside and really enjoyed our diner. Our friends were neither vegan nor vegetarian and also enjoyed their dishes. They have real cheese but most items can be made with vegan cheese. I had the bbq cauliflower tacos, I loved the texture and the taste. We will definitely come back to the Laughing Seed.
Read morePros: Food is very tasteful , Staff, Great location
Cons: Portions are a little small
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AmandaDomian
Points +34
Great food/environment - Edit
Food was excellent, and mocktail was super yummy as well. Lots to choose from on the menu.
Read morePros: Outside seating, Great food/ presentation , Friendly server
Cons: A little bit on the pricier side
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Portela
Points +120
Great Place - Edit
Great place with lots of vegan options in the heart of Asheville.
Read morePros: Great Atmosphere, Vegan Friendly
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moonbeam_magick
Points +126
Delicious! - Edit
Had veg brunch pretty late on a Sunday which was great to be able to still enjoy brunch as a surprise. The chikn waffle sandwich was absolutely delicious. Cute atmosphere right in the middle of everything. Loved this place!
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chelseakenny
Points +13
One of the Best - Edit
Definitely one of the BEST vegetarian restaurants ever, with ample vegan options. Highly recommend the Seed burger. Super friendly staff, too, and a great atmosphere.
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LaurenBarnes
Points +96
Great place - Edit
Loved it. Lots of great vegan options
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venugopadev
Points +154
Terrific gem! - Edit
I visited here in May when the weather was nice so we enjoyed the outdoor seating. We visited from out of town and were very impressed with the menu as almost everything had a vegan option. The buffalo cauliflower tacos were very tasty as was the burger. It was so good that if we had more time I would be back to try more items.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Did not need to wait for a table , Good service
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SamAnthony
Points +1759
Underwhelming. Just ok. - Edit
Agree with some of the recent comments that I found Laughing Seed underwhelming. There were three of us and we tried a few things off the brunch menu (Sundays only for some reason) - cinnamon buns, chickn and waffles, and a breakfast plate (tofu scramble, potatoes, kale). The food needs an update in 2019. I'm sure the food served here was revolutionary when Laughing Seed first opened, but today the food just tastes flavorless and bland.
Read moreChicken and waffle sandwich was the best thing we had, but nothing mind blowing. I was really expecting more since this place is always touted when talking about the vegan scene in Asheville. We were not impressed.
Also the servers have some attitude and not in a good way. Normally I don't comment on service as I just care about the food, but the hostess gave us some attitude when we sat on the patio (apparently we were supposed to go inside to ask to be seated? There was no sign).
Pros: Vegetarian place, Nice patio
Cons: Food was underwhelming, Service could be better
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hadleyj16
Points +105
Cake was good - Edit
I got veggies, and I don’t like those so that was my fault. The cake was nice and service quick
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typeoneinthesun
Points +110
Not as Good as I Expected - Edit
Maybe I just had high expectations for laughing seed, or maybe I just ordered the wrong thing, but I had the jackfruit tacos and they weren't as good as I'd expected. The textures and flavors just weren't up to par with jackfruit tacos I'd had in the past. I'll probably go back and try something else, but we'll see if they redeem themselves.
Read moreUpdate: I’ve been back a few more times, and the food was delicious. Definitely overpriced, but really good nonetheless!
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RovingVegans
Points +553
Underwhelmed - Edit
I heard so much good stuff so my husband and I have it a try. We had their burger which was rather bland and the hummus plate wasn’t that great idea. Overall a pricey place for average food. However, their raw cheesecake is out of this world. If I known, I would of had two slices of cheesecake and call it good.
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JeremyLoeb
Points +55
Veg and vegan food - Edit
Food is always great - a nice spot for a meal
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serenafan
Points +35
5 stars - Edit
Great restaurant with a superb menu and great drinks. Always enjoy coming here when I’m in town. Check it out!
Read morePros: Great food, Nice decor
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KylieghHeller
Points +117
Lots of vegan options and local food - Edit
Almost everything there was vegan or could be made vegan! Great whole food options if you’re looking for a healthier option. They source a ton of their food from local place including gluten free bread from a local bakery.
Read morePros: Great food and helpful staff. , A ton of healthy vegan option
Cons: Almost everything is over 10 dollars
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tasheatsplants
Points +326
Good food - Edit
My family and I were in town for an overnight trip and went here for dinner on a Saturday. It was easy enough to find free parking and walk to the restaurant, but during busy times, you'd probably have to pay for parking (which is close by).
Read moreI got the double laughing seed burger, and they were much smaller than expected. Taste was good. I thought the coleslaw was too oily (I didn't expect oil at all). Other family members enjoyed their entrees (most ordered something with rice and beans), but one thought the black beans were too spicy. I think the prices were a little high, but that's probably because it's a downtown spot. Waiter wasn't that attentive, for example, she never offered to refresh our drinks.
Pros: Lots of vegan options, No meat served
Cons: Slightly overpriced, Limited parking, Waitstaff not that attentive
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TifK29
Points +541
Delish - Edit
This place is super cute and trendy. They have crafty mocktails, creative appetizers, and rotating specials. I had the Dragon Bowl and added local tempeh. Sans the dollop of kimchi (personal taste) I thought it was great! It had cauliflower rice, arugula, cabbage, avocado, beets, pumpkin seeds, and lemon tahini dressing. We also shared jalapeño onion fries with a chipotle dip... SO good. Im trying to be better about waste, and the to-go cups are not biodegradable so I declined a take away mocktail. And I didn’t get dessert although they looked good. The service was very attentive and friendly.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Jalapeño onion fries, Great service
Cons: Plastic to-gos
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jodielou
Points +83
Great downtown restaurant with vegan options galore! - Edit
Love this restaurant with many vegan options. Favorites include the jalapeno onion fries, lotus bowl, and the harmony bowl. Last time I was there all desserts were vegan too!
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VexanTegan
Points +44
Great service, fantastic food, and chill vibe - Edit
Laughing seed was one of several places I had on my list to eat in Asheville. After the first meal we went back 3 more times! Everything we had was delicious and the Carrot Halwa was a different and delicious dessert. Can’t miss!
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan options, Friendly and knowledgeable staff, Nice atmosphere
Cons: None
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Jeff81
Points +432
Cafe atmosphere - Edit
We enjoyed a nice lunch with several friends. The food did not disappoint any of us. They had a few vegan desserts that were very good.
Read morePros: Many vegan options , Good service
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PhyllisE
Points +691
Lunch with three variations - Edit
Tried the seed burger, the raw manicotti and the dragon bowl.
Read morePros: Raw manicotti was great. Marinara was fabulous., Dragon bowl a good variation on a bowl, Whole grain gluten free bun for burger
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PixieMel
Points +740
What to get?! - Edit
My mom and I like to have lunch dates here and we go back and forth on choosing what we're going to order and share. There's so much! We usually always start with the jalapeno fries. For the entree, lately I've been drawn to their salads. They're really great. I love the taco salad the most. It's a generous, flavorful meal. My mom really enjoys the harmony bowl. I don't think you could go wrong with any of it.
Read moreTheir front patio dining area is nice. It's on a cute, lower traffic street. I recommend sitting out there if the weather permits.
Pros: Patio dining, So many options, Great food
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ChasadyQuinn
Points +19
Great Atmosphere - Edit
So many great options. The drinks were great, my jackfruit over grits was a little bland but my boyfriend got the midnight mushroom bowl and it was wonderful.
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