Est. March 2023. Fully vegan restaurant with a global menu inspired by Taiwanese, Israeli and Indian cuisines. Has several gluten-free options. Sample menu items include guabao (steamed bao buns with spiced tofu), falafel poori fattoush, dan dan noodles, masala poori chaat, zucchini kofta and more. Thursdays are take-out only. Also offers scheduled pop-ups which are announced on Instagram. NOTE: Soup kitchen serves non-vegan food here outside of business hours. May share utensils/kitchen. Open Thu-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm. Closed Mon-Wed.
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229 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, Ohio, USA, 45387
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- Outdoor seating
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 02 Jun 2025 by steveveg
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Added by rasika.venkat on 26 Mar 2023
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18 Reviews
First Review by bplusphoto
KelseyCowles
Points +225
So good!! - Edit
Wasn’t totally sure what to expect - but everything we had (peach fall gazoz to drink, the bao, chaat, and jianbing) was great and super flavorful! The service was great too. Would love to return!
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bigjer
Points +30
Delicious - Edit
Great hummus. All the food we got was delicious.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-09-27
Pros: Hummus, Prices
Cons: Menu limited
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stslj01
Points +1031
Unique vegan find! - Edit
You won’t find your usual vegan burger of buffalo cauliflower here. This place has a unique menu with foods you’ve probably never tried from cuisines from around the world. We split a mango lassi drink (which I have never seen vegan before) and chaat nachos, which were a daily special. Everything had delightful flavor profiles! Definitely worth a try, just be prepared to try new foods! Staff was super helpful and even helped me modify the spice level of the nachos so I could handle it.
Read morePros: All vegan! , Unique foods
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SabrinaJaffe
Points +884
Lovely vegan restaurant - Edit
Mazu is such a nice little restaurant in beautiful Yellow Springs. The food was so flavorful and delicious, and the restaurant atmosphere was great. The staff were very friendly.
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Napoleon_Blownapart
Points +10
MAZU: Where Flavor Takes the Spotlight - Edit
Stepping into MAZU is like entering a culinary theater where every dish deserves a standing ovation. From the zesty Hummus and Falafel Platter to the umami-packed Yansu Mushrooms, each plate is a masterclass in flavor choreography. The Chocolate Pudding? A sweet sonnet. The Masala Chaat? A vegetarian revelation that could convert the staunchest carnivore (me).
Read moreAnd the staff? Total pros — the kind of effortlessly cool, wildly attentive crew that makes you feel like a beloved regular even if it’s your first time.
MAZU doesn't just serve meals; it curates experiences that linger on your palate and in your memories. In a world of culinary understudies, MAZU is the headliner you didn't know you were waiting for. Bravo!
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rocknred
Points +1406
Tasty little find here - Edit
We found this restaurant and happy cow and it had lots of good reviews. The place did not disappoint. We’re here on a beautiful summer day and ate outside in the garden. It’s a quiet spot with a dozen or so tables and lots of greenery.
Read moreI started out with a wellness shot, which was delicious. My dining partner, and I split the falafel sandwich, dandan mian noodles, scallion, pancake, and chocolate pudding. Everything we had was delicious. A staff is very friendly. Counter service and they bring the food out to you. Water is served in a stainless steel urn with stainless steel cups. This place is a winner!
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rachelbaker29
Points +36
Delicious and quaint - Edit
Had lunch on a beautiful fall day and it was the highlight of visiting Yellow Springs. Incredible food and wonderfully friendly staff, will happily visit again.
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anmrise
Points +999
Elite dining - Edit
Absolute gem of a restaurant. Staff is so nice, everything is priced very fairly and so tasty. Great for takeout of outdoor dining.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Fairly priced, Great staff
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yoshi_the_supplier
Points +34
Wow - Edit
So friggin good. Bao buns! Scallion pancake! Killer falafel! Garam marsala chai! Lightly fried mushrooms! OMG this place is nutty great. Highly recommend!
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ShannonGarvey
Points +78
SO good! - Edit
The hummus and falafel plate was amazing.
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FrogSoda
Points +957
Adorable little cafe with great food! - Edit
This little eatery is 100% vegan and serves very delicious mediterranean style food. We ordered the Mazu Kati Roll and the Yansu Oyster mushrooms. The falafels in the Kati roll were very delicious and the fried oyster mushrooms were really good too. I do wish they served some kind of dipping sauce with the mushrooms, but we ended up adding them onto the Kati Roll and just folded it all up and ate it like a taco. Overall, the flavors were more unique than I’m used to for “Mediterranean”, but nonetheless, very satisfying and tasty. I felt like I was in another country eating something more authentic, rather than your typical Americanized version. 10/10! 
Read morePros: Indoor and outdoor seating, Very friendly staff, Unique Mediterranean style food
Cons: Restaurant was a little hard to find, Street parking might be limited
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VeganLens
Points +1333
Great mix of Taiwanese and South Indian - Edit
Mazu is closed for February, but this is a must stop in Yellow Springs. They have a great mix of Taiwanese and South Indian cuisine. The "Dan Dan Noodles" are a must try. The restaurant is small and it's super crowded on weekends, so expect a wait. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Prices are moderate, and portions are on the smaller side.
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JonLeach
Points +73
LOVED Mazu - Edit
Of everything we got (half the menu) the fried mushrooms could not be beat! The staff were really cool, service was great and of course the folks of yellow springs were nice to talk to. Cant wait for the menu to switch up and be wowed all over again
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John8080
Points +91
Delicious and Unique! - Edit
Loved it. The scallion pancake with all the toppings was amazing as was the noodle dish. Highly recommended. 
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Maphraw
Points +41
Delicious! (Hidden gem) - Edit
Fresh, tasty, original food!
Read morePros: Everything!
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StephanieAriel
Points +41
More stars, please. - Edit
Spectacular - every dish we had, we loved. One vegan and two meat eaters, best food of the trip. Friendly service, but I might just move here for that food!!
Read morePros: Vegan. , Fresh. , Perfectly seasoned and scrumptious!
Cons: None!!
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MatthewJobst
Points +29
Amazing food, owners passionate about food culture - Edit
I had Dandan noodles - delicious! Also humus and falafel platter - great falafel, not too dry - humus on point!
Read morePros: All vegan! Owners took time to talk despite busy , Great variety of ethnic food. All delicious!, Owners took time to educate me about food
Cons: Maybe more pita bread with humus platter
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bplusphoto
Points +170
Super fresh! - Edit
Don’t skip a beat stop by today! The food was fresh and delicious. Wishing this place the best of luck because I would love to see them stay around for a while.
Read morePros: All vegan options, Fresh product
Cons: Small eating area
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