• Shoreline Diner and Vegetarian Enclave

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Serves meat, vegan options available. A typical diner that also has vegan options on the menu. An oasis on the meaty fast food corridor of 1-95 between NYC and Boston. Open Wed-Sat 8:00am-9:00pm, Sun 9:00am-2:30pm.


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33 Reviews

First Review by aimeeo

NinaCastlestrong

Points +40

Vegan
31 Mar 2025

Very tasty

I had the Tofu Souvlaki and it was very tasty. Good selection of vegan foods and the service was nice as well.

candiedabbie

Points +111

Vegan
12 Apr 2024

Tasty breakfast spot

Love this place for breakfast/brunch! We always get the French toast (amazing!) and buckwheat pancakes (kid friendly!).

BobandCathy

Points +16

Vegan
09 Mar 2024

Great place for veggies

I would give them 5 stars for their food, prices, etc. but can't because they aren't 100% veg. They are the only veg place in town to serve all three meals and the veg food is organic, fresh, prepared well and reasonably priced. I highly recommend them after they expanded their vegan and vegetarian menu this year

Pros: many vegan options with expanded options, organic veg options, reasonable prices

DrBlacksenVeganDr.

Points +34

Vegan
02 Jul 2023

I love this place...

I love the fact that they have vegan options. Most diners do not display that or have it. The quality of food is great. I have no complaints about this place. Great hospitality from all staff. If you're vegan or not, this is a must go to place... Enjoy🙂

Pros: Very good vegan options, Very clean place, Great hospitality

Cons: I got nothing...

Vegmom11

Points +21

Vegan
19 Jun 2023

A POOR, OVERPRICED EXPERIENCE June 2023

I hadn't been back to the this diner for many years having lived more than an hour away. I was in the area with my husband and wanted to go there since I have been trying to go vegan for the last year.

Restaurant was extremely clean- a positive point, but not homey- just utilitarian looking.

First: the prices were supremely expensive- more than the typical diner.
A tempeh reuben was $19 + but I decided to try it anyway because I was expecting something really good. It came with pick of a side: french fries, cole slaw, fruit salad. I wanted the coleslaw- but couldn't choose it because it wasn't vegan so there was not much of a choice. (Don't know why they don't have a jar of vegan mayo handy).

My sandwich and fries arrived. - on a metal tray?, Brown, deep fried potatoes in a metal basket- the color they get when the grease has been in the fryer for too long. I ate a few and left the rest- not good. No condiments on the table at all- no salt, pepper, sugar, ketchup, no napkin dispenser.

Tempeh reuben on regular toast- comprised of red cabbage- one layer and was supposed to contain tempeh and a lentil patty and a sweet mustard sauce. I ate the first half and there was no tempeh in it. I thought it might be mixed into the lentil patty- I was wrong. Second half contained half a block of tempeh- unaltered, the lentil patty and the rest -so it was better than the first half.

My husband had the crab cake and the same fries. His, were thrown on the piece of paper on the metal tray- not in a basket. Also no garnishes anywhere (only $18.50 for this). You had to request ketchup to get a tiny paper container of it- like McDonalds. He oredered an egg cream to drink. Obviously, either they don't know how to make one or they got distracted when they were doing it. Classic egg cream is milk, seltzer and vanilla syrup. What he got was milk and seltzer only.

Total bill with tip was $46. Also, our waiter disappeared so we had to ask for our check at the counter.

The best thing I can say is the staff was very polite and pleasant and the place was clean.

Won't be going back there when we move to the area later this year.

DeeDreamsInColors

Points +75

Vegan
10 Feb 2023

Delicious Diner Experience

There are so many vegan options in their menu. I was able to go with non-vegan friends and there was wonderful food options for all of us! Lots of great Vegan&Gluten Free options as well! I ordered the tofu squash scramble and hash browns and a side of chocolate chip pancakes. So so so good! I’ll be back!

MomV3

Points +127

Vegan
13 Nov 2022

Great stop on 95

The menu had several creative vegan options. Easy on/off to 95. We got the tofu scramble and the tacos, both pretty good. They needed a little hot sauce. Several non diary milk options for coffee. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring about our dietary needs (1 vegan and 1 gluten/dairy free). I will definitely stop here again when passing by.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Location

Cons: I can't think of any

Youngskelle

Points +64

Vegetarian
09 Sep 2022

Vegan Ruben sandwich

This transitional New England diner has many vegan options that are prepared thoughtfully. Seasoned and properly sauced. I’d return again!

Cons: California prices

EricHebert

Points +29

Vegan
11 Jun 2022

Good options

Super friendly staff, like beyond nice. Several vegan option for breakfast and lunch...very impressed. I had the Smart Burger which was OK, I'm just not a huge fan of bean-based burgers.

Pros: Several vegan options, Great staff

NicoleBourque

Points +122

Vegan
09 Jan 2022

A lot of vegan options for a diner

I had a chipotle tempeh wrap with sweet potato fries. It was good. A little bland. I couldn’t really taste any chipotle but it was good

mLane

Points +13

Vegetarian
17 Jul 2021

This was such a pleasant surprise along route 95.

On our trip home we stumbled into this place in lieu of yet another impossible whopper experience. So glad that we did!

Pros: Veg/vegan diner with normal diner options, Kind service, Excellent quality

Cons: No cons!!! , You must try this place

Sieyyna

Points +155

Vegan
15 Jul 2021

Great vegan blt

Cute space with GREAT service! Servers know everything on the menu and how to accommodate vegans people with allergies! Plenty of classic options for vegans too. My gluten free non-vegan aunt loved their burger too!

kyoungbird

Points +1895

Vegan
07 Apr 2021

Deliciousness at a diner

Delicious tofu scramble and vegan Reuben.... they were not busy at all on an evening at dinner time. Happy to give them business. Very friendly and great food

Pros: Lots of great vegan options, Delicious

Cons: A bit pricey

Lufflylauraloo

Points +129

Vegetarian
23 Feb 2020

Lovely vegan breakfast burrito

Visited this place recently when visiting family in Old Saybrook. Its an awesome 80s throwback - all dusky pink and mirrors. I loved the vibe.

There were a few vegan options and it was so nice to have a vegan breakfast burrito - the fakon was a nice change!

Staff couldn't have been more helpful.

GirlByTheSea

Points +106

Vegetarian
22 Feb 2020

About a dozen vegan menu options

Delicious tofu and hash breakfast

Pros: Vegan breakfast/lunch/dinner and dessert options, Handicap accessible, Reasonably priced

Lauralei

Points +586

Vegan
11 Jan 2020

An oasis on I-95!

I love this place. Whenever I’m in the area I look forward to stopping. How cool is it that there is a vegan menu at a regular diner? The hours of operation are long and the homestyle comfort food is filling and delicious without being too unhealthy. They have vegan butter for your toast & almond and soy milk for your coffee. They serve breakfast all day as well as lunch and dinner. I wish I lived closer!

Pros: right off I-95, breakfast, lunch & dinner, fast & friendly service

natalia11691

Points +554

Vegan
29 May 2019

always like to stop

we always like to stop on our road trips to NYC good options, i had the french toast and my fiancé had the reuben. his french fries were amazing but my homefries were sub par.

Malimian

Points +30

Vegetarian
12 Jan 2019

Nice Option

As the only WFPB vegetarian in my family it’s nice to have this restaurant in our area, which has options for everyone. It’s a little expensive but they make everyone feel welcome and we’ve always had a positive experience. I prefer the vegan lunch over breakfast offerings.

Pros: Vegan Options, Decent Hours of Operation, Convenient Location

Cons: Expensive

lindsay33

Points +90

Vegan
13 Oct 2018

Good vegan options

To be honest, the food quality seems to be low, but they do cater to vegans with many options. They have at least 5 vegan breakfast options and about 6 lunch/dinner options. Good for a quick bite but not too healthy.

Katyathevegan

Points +104

Vegan
04 Sep 2017

What a great surprise!

My parents and I were looking for somewhere to stop on the way up to NY and we saw a sign for the diner so we decided to check it out, and I'm glad we did! They had a whole vegan section for breakfast and lunch! And all of the food was very good! We ordered the two tofu scrambles and a vegan sloppy joe.

Pros: There's a vegan section on the menu, Food is good

VeganBubble

Points +233

Vegan
31 Jul 2017

Good in a pinch

Your options in this area are limited, so this is nice to have. I just ate here once, passing through, so this is not a comprehensive review. The tempeh wrap was just so-so, but the sloppy joe was satisfying. I asked for hot sauce to kick it up a notch. The chili was uninspired. Sweet potato fries are always a hit.

Pros: Casual diner, Very few vegan options around area, Kid-friendly menu

Cons: Food is a little bland

Stacie99

Points +515

Vegan
15 Dec 2016

Nice diner

Cozy, home style diner with designated vegan options.

Pros: wide assortment of vegan options , vegan dessert, nice to have a diner with options!!

CathyDavid

Points +252

Vegan
25 Sep 2016

vegan-iner

Not all vegan but definitely a diner with real home made vegan options, no frozen veggie patties here but rather a real home crafted black bean based burger. The tempeh in the tempeh Ruben also tasted home made.
The food tasted great for diner food.
So nice to have options right off the highway when traveling. Lots of kudos to the diner owner or who ever decided to dedicate a portion of the menu to cater to vegan eaters, thank you!

Pros: right off 95 easy on/off, food seemed to be homemade, it's a diner!

Cons: although vegan deserts were on the menu they had n, this a diner not a fine restaurant

RMA20904

Points +223

Vegetarian
27 Aug 2016

Amazing

A vegan, gluten free paradise with options for meat-eaters. This is our must stop restaurant when driving through Connecticut. A sister restaurant to Georgie's in West Haven, both are worth a stop.

Pros: Vegan versions of favorites

Jack+2

Points +44

Vegan
21 Feb 2016

Wonderful Surprise !

It is not often that you see "Diner" & "Vegan" together. This delightful Diner actually has a separate section on the menu that is vegan.
we went for breakfast after an early morning walk at Hammonasset Beach.
The food was very good, and it was great to have choices.
I had the buckwheat pancakes and they were light, fluffy and cakey. I only wish they were gluten-free.
We will definitely be returning, I look forward to trying the Tempeh Reuben.

LisaMonique

Points +20

Vegan
18 Sep 2015

so many vegan options!!!

I was at a wedding at the Madison Beach Hotel and this place was recommended by the valet... A little hesitant as not many people get vegan especially when he said diner. The staff was awesome and they had so many vegan breakfast and lunch options . I would give this place 5 stars but happy cow won't let since its not 100%vegan

LovePandy

Points +41

Vegetarian
21 Jul 2014

Diner Food Not Health Food, But Happy for Veg*n!

Can't beat the location and ease of on/off of I-95 if you are traveling through the area. This place deserves lots of props for offering veg*n options!! I'm not in love with the ruben (unlike some other posters) but the chickpea salad and the veggie burgers are delish (especially with the onion rings)! Salads available, chili and a really delicious butternut squash soup. The best part was dessert, though -- a special that day...chocolate raspberry layer cake! So good and a HUGE portion.

As others have mentioned, this is a great place to meet up with omnis as well. Decor is typical diner with big screen TVs showing food channel or similar. We were there during the summer and the a/c is turned up on HIGH. Prices are on the high side for a diner but the portion sizes are generous.

Would love to see offered non-dairy ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, egg creams!!

Pros: Easy access from I-95, Decent selections , Fantastic vegan cake

Cons: Kind of cold in the summer, Where's my milkshake?!




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