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Serves meat, vegan options available. Menu offers some marked vegan options like cauliflower wings, a hummus plate, French fries, sweet potato fries with vegan dipping sauces, fried Brussels sprouts, soft pretzels, the Beyond Burger, and cauliflower tacos. NOTE: All hot sauces are reported to contain butter. Open Mon-Fri 11:30am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-11:00pm.
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223 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, New York, USA, 14891
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Added by ElaineVigneault on 01 Aug 2007
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44 Reviews
First Review by bill
LivyDivy
Points +79
Disappointed and Confused - Edit
We went here for lunch after hiking at Watkins Glen. I was encouraged by online reviews and the menu showing multiple vegan options. There are two vegan apps (sweet potato fries and cauliflower wings) and a cauliflower taco entree. There’s a beyond burger on the menu but when I asked the waitress if it was vegan due to not having a (VG) next to it, she said it is not vegan but could not and would not elaborate or confirm. I ended up getting just the sweet potato fries for my meal. We waited over 30 minutes for my companion’s burger and my sweet potato fries. The bar was empty and only 2 tables had people, including us. The food arrived lukewarm and clearly was not fresh. The fries were mushy and bitter like it had been reheated after being cooked in old oil. This was just a sad visit.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-01
Cons: Options, Quality, Service
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Kat13
Points +62
Delicious options - Edit
They serve a few vegan options, clearly marked on the menu. I have been several times over the years and the menu does change, so best to check online before going, but over the last decade plus they've always had at least 1 vegan entree option. Had their cauliflower tacos last night with black bean hummus, salsa, and vegan aioli. Very delicious!
Read morePros: Clearly marked vegan options, Delicious food, Good, low key atmosphere
Cons: Could do with more vegan options
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ckloehr
Points +68
Vegan cauliflower tacos - Edit
Friendly service and delicious vegan tacos, however minimal protein.
Read morePros: Vegan tacos were delicious , Pleasant service
Cons: No protein added to vegan tacos
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ledenton
Points +95
All hot sauce has butter - Edit
Since it’s listed in the description of this restaurant as an option, I was just told that all hot sauces have butter. Even tho the cauliflower tacos have a vegan aioli, be sure to specify no hot sauce!
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orangeyougladitsJen
Points +46
Great tacos! - Edit
Stopped in for a drink and was delighted to see that the tacos were vegan. The cauliflower was fried to perfection and the vegan aioli was a great addition. Hannah took care of us amd gave us some great tips while staying in town. Highly recommend!!
Read morePros: Service, Attentiveness, Food selection
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stonecat
Points +1020
Disappointing - Edit
I tried the brussel sprouts which are not vegan as posted to menu. I asked that they be prepared vegan due to reviews on HC and they came out fried with no sauce or seasoning of any kind. I love brussel sprouts but these were terrible. When I didn't eat them, the waitress didn't even question why.
Read morePros: Beer
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sigmafrog
Points +20
Not clear what is vegan - Edit
Menu doesn't mark vegan options. When asked what vegan options they had, they said they weren't sure but cauliflower wings probably were.
Read morePros: Server was kind
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ElmiraDewes
Points +1821
Food was not good - Edit
The food was not good, the place was super loud. So, a guy who was cleaning and picking up dirty dishes was extremely loud and it was not pleasant to eat with such noise. I would not recommend this place.
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C&CVegan
Points +684
It’s All About The Fried Brussels Sprouts! - Edit
Decent pub fare all the way around. Had the Cauliflower Tacos, and my wife had the Beyond Burger. Both were solid, but it was the Fried Brussels Sprouts that stole the show….truly an amazing appetizer! Pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff. Would definitely head here again!
Read morePros: Fried Brussels Sprouts!!!, Cauliflower Tacos, Nice atmosphere & friendly staff
Cons: Not fully vegan, Could use a few more vegan menu options
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MarilynSmithZucker
Points +24
No Vegan Menu as Stated - Edit
Came because website said there was a vegan menu…there isn’t. They had one already-vegan option -cauliflower tacos which were cold pieces of cauliflower drenched in store bought salsa served with cold fries. Table was sticky and I had to cover it with a napkin. Bay breeze was like a giant glass of fruity drink.
Read morePros: Some vegan options, Vegan dessert option
Cons: No vegan menu as stated on website , Food was cold, Cauliflower tacos drenched in store bought salsa
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JayZee
Points +30
Nope. Warm beer, separate vegan menu does not exist, what was vegan not good. - Edit
Website menu has a comment “ask for separate vegan menu”. It doesn’t exist.
Read morePros: A couple of options
Cons: Not very good , Even French fries were not fresh, Misleading comment on the menu from website
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happycowgirl
Points +6272
Great for a Brew Pub - Edit
Wish there were more vegan option but what they have is great, staff is awesome and there's live music on the weekends.
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froessc
Points +995
Outdoor seating - Edit
The food was very good and the service matched.
Read morePros: A lot of sides available. , Prices were reasonable.
Cons: The sprouts were sold out. , Not many entree options.
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AlisonD
Points +32
Great options! - Edit
I had the Beyond Burger there with fries and it was very good! Our waitress was the sweetest and really was attentive when I asked questions about the vegan options!
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brianwjackson
Points +16
Good food. - Edit
We knew there were limited options, but everything was clearly labeled. My wife and I had the Cauliflower Tacos which were amazing.
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KitMcGrath
Points +270
Decent options - Edit
I was pleasantly surprised by the vegan options here, and everything we ordered was tasty.
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Jsabins
Points +308
Good food - Edit
Lots of options for an area that is not too vegan friendly. Cauliflower tacos were very filling and delicious.
Read morePros: Lots of options
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SouthernmostVegan
Points +2198
Enjoyed it - Edit
I’m giving it extra points because of the number of options available in a town I wouldn’t expect to have vegan options. We ordered a Beyond burger, cauliflower tacos (sautéed not fried), sweet potato fries, and fried Brussels sprouts. The Beyond burger was predictably good. The cauliflower tacos were very good. The verdict has not yet been deliberated on the fried Brussels sprouts. I expected pan fried, but these were like deep/deep friend to the point when they became dry. I felt like they were WAY overcooked by my husband thinks it was done on purpose.
Read moreThey had so many options on the menu that I *might* go back and try other stuff.
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devonwithano
Points +8668
Super yummy! - Edit
Because of Covid, the service was a little slow but the food was absolutely FANTASTIC! I definitely recommend the hummus if it’s an option during their seasonal menu!
Read morePros: Vegan friendly Options , Creative food
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JDecker
Points +109
Food was good! - Edit
The poutine was great - mushroom gravy and cheese curds, what’s not to like? The portobello mushroom sandwich was ok, too much bread to mushroom ratio. Cauliflower tacos were amazing, def recommend them over the mushroom. They also do a cauliflower wing which I’m sure is amazing and they have vegan aioli.
Read morePros: Vegan options, Great local beer
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McKenzieLawton
Points +66
Great beyond burger - Edit
I got the beyond burger here and was not disappointed. The burger sauce was 💯. The steak fries were also really tasty. I left feeling satisfied!
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AutumnHaac
Points +30
Seiten Taco with no Seiten? - Edit
Ordered the Seiten tacos, got home, there was no Seiten oh pico and avocado. I was super excited to try here, but now I'm just mad I wasted $12.
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DanielleBrown
Points +47
Inconsistent - Edit
This place USED to have great vegan options. The menu and recipes have changed and not for the better. Seriously disappointed!
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Michelle W
Points +227
Seitan tacos! - Edit
The restaurant has recently changed names to "Rooster Fish Brewing Pub" and still has the same great homemade seitan tacos that other reviewers mentioned (prompting our visit). We also got the pretzel and the staff put the "special sauce" made for the vegan Beyond Meat burger on the side. Everything was delicious! We visited here as part of our stay at the nearby Farm Sanctuary.
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AmyLabb
Points +16
Great for lunch/dinner - Edit
Went for breakfast during recent trip to Watkins Glen and discovered they recently changed their menu and no longer offer breakfast. Went back later and had the delicious seitan tacos. Went back another day to have them again since they were so good. We tried the onion rings, which are made with pickled onions, and didn't care for them. They also have a beyond meat Burger on the menu, which my sister enjoyed.
Read morePros: Delicious vegan options, Friendly staff, Good location
Cons: No longer serves breakfast, Could use more vegan options
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VeganUSA
Points +10386
Vegan options in fun cafe setting - Edit
Located on the main drag of Watkins Glen, this cafe offers many vegan breakfast, brunch and lunch choices.
Read morePros: Choice, Large portions
Cons: Seating can run out quickly at peak hours
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wrenands
Points +95
In Love - Edit
I am absolutely in love with The Wildflower Cafe - the seitan tacos and onion rings are to die for. I've been here multiple times, and the staff are always accommodating, and willing to change up menu items to make them vegan - for example, the soft pretzel appetizer is vegan without the butter or cheese! (Just ask for the spicy vegan spread as a replacement.) The desserts I've had are delicious, and the building itself has a great aesthetic, ultimately deeming this place a favorite among my family and friends. Aside from the park, I would go to Watkins Glen just for this cafe.
Read morePros: onion rings, staff, place
Cons: could be more vegan options
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