Southern American, vegan soul food restaurant. Serving dishes like bbq vegan ribs, "crab" cakes, collard greens, candied yam, mac n cheese, pancakes. Has vegan baked goods from local bakers. Casual setup. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
Categories: Vegan, American, Take-out, Catering
56 Reviews
First Review by Nancy B
Contributions +46
Local Favorite: Vegan Soulfood - Edit
My wife and I eat at Land of Kush often and really enjoy the food. We tend to get food to go as we live nearby. If it's busy, (and it usually is) be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes for your food, but all the food is worth the wait.
I tend to get the Curry Chickun, mac and cheese and potato salad, but everything is good and my wife has her own favorites and always gets the collard greens.
If you're vegan and in Baltimore, this restaurant should be on your list to visit.
Pros: Great Food, 100% Vegan, locally owned and operated
Cons: sometimes longer waits for food, small seating space due to popularity
Contributions +122
Delicious - Edit
My boyfriend & I stopped in here after a day of hiking. We got the drumsticks, bbq ribs (which were’t really “rib” like, but still delicious), mac & cheese, collard greens and potato salad. Everything was to die for. I even ran back and grabbed a cookies & cream piece of cake. The service was quick and the atmosphere casual/friendly.
Pros: easy parking, quick service, delicious food
Contributions +61
often good, sometimes meh - Edit
wildly inconsistent. could be a solid joint, but the entire operation feels amateurish.
Contributions +38
amazing ! - Edit
Great soul food!
Contributions +63
Very tasty - Edit
Small place with good selection of vegan home cooking. Crowded on Sundays. Liked my bbq ribs, collard greens and carrot tuna salad and sorrel drink.
Contributions +27
Delicious but inconsistent - Edit
I've been here a few times, and the food is delicious. It's not toting itself as healthy, holistic, or holier than thou. It's got flavor, texture, and filling-quantities. If that makes sense. The vegan crab cake is amazing, and I was pleasantly surprised by the chicken fingers. Even my non-veg husband enjoyed the food, but especially enjoyed the collard greens.
The only down side is that they are a bit inconsistent with their food quality (food that's cold) and their speed. But, they're super flexible and super friendly, which helps to make up for that!
Pros: Delicious Food, All-vegan, so no cross contamination, Friendly Staff
Cons: Sometimes cold food, Can be slow
Contributions +15
I must say I'm disappointed - Edit
I have been going here for years. The food is often great but occasionally it is very bad. The customer service is where they struggle, there really is no customer service.
Pros: The food can be very tasty, The portion sizes are sometimes great
Cons: Taste is hit or miss, Very poor customer service, Portion size is hit or miss
Contributions +19
Great word of mouth but poor selections - Edit
A friend of mine suggested that we make the long trek to Baltimore to check out this restaurant. The word of mouth about the vegan treasure trove was that the mac ‘n cheese was amazing and the other selections were just as wonderful. When we got there the line was out the door (in 20 degree weather no less) and it seemed that this place was insanely popular. That was probably our down fall during our visit. By the time we got to order they were out of their mac and yams and basically everything else we wanted to try. The food we did get was cold but still tasted good. It definitely wasn’t worth the wait or the drive.
Pros: Great atmosphere , Celebrates local artists
Cons: Long waits, Ran out of the popular food options
Contributions +160
Pretty good food! - Edit
Pretty good vegan food. Was disappointed that my iced coffee wasn't delivered until after my meal was eaten and then had grounds all in it. But, I would still go again for the food!
Contributions +27
Fantastic Visit, Will Return - Edit
I went for lunch and the food was delicious. I ordered the BBQ ribs, collard greens, and mac and cheese. I especially loved the BBQ ribs. The sauce on them was amazing. The restaurant was also having a complimentary tasting while we were there, for new items they were looking to add to their menu.
Updated from previous review on 2018-01-04
Pros: Excellent food, Good value, Great portion size
Cons: Unfriendly Staff
Contributions +16
Okay... will try something different next time - Edit
Decided to visit because of the reviews (and of course, I’m on the vegan track). Ordered their famous crab cakes. Disappointed because they were very salty. I also got a fruit shake which was good.
I will return to try something different.
Contributions +25
Great lunch - Edit
When I try a place I haven’t been to, I usually try the special to see what they are highlighting. This didn’t disappoint! Huge serving a Mac & cheese, a serving collard greens (delicious and savory), and a big bowl of “ribs”, with tons of veggies and a great mix of flavors.
Well done!
Friendly staff, asked how our food was when passing by the table, etc.
Contributions +30
amazing food- all vegan - Edit
I got the"ribs" with greens and Mac and cheese. The flavors were amazing. The Mac and cheese was wonderfully creamy. Will definitely go back again.
Pros: all vegan, good service
Cons: not very much seating.
Contributions +39
loved it - Edit
I loved the food and the people are friendly. I can't wait to go back and try everything.
Pros: great food, parking garage right across the street, nice amount of food for price
Cons: limited seating, can't get daily specials on Grub Hub
Contributions +32
Great for anyone! - Edit
Love this place. Perfect place to go when you want to fill yourself with comfort food. Maybe even the best vegan Mac&cheese in Baltimore! Even my nonvegan friends love it!
Pros: everything is vegan good deals
Contributions +15
My first plant based meal - Edit
made me feel like this plant-based eating will not be so difficult after all!
Pros: the service and the food was excellent! , Great portion sizes!!!!
Cons: None. Except maybe lack of adequate parking...but
Contributions +20
delicious! - Edit
I got the spinach lasagna and the mac and cheese which was amazing!! The service was good too! They also had a variety of desert 😋. very affordable!!
Contributions +98
Amazing Food & Service - Edit
Food was delicious !
& I was even happier for the amazing service & that it's a black owned vegan business.
I love it !
Contributions +154
Satisfying Splurge - Edit
Land of Kush is not a monetary splurge but one of richness of the food. I have loved every soul food selection I have made. Combo platters are a good deal. The availability of catering is an added plus.
Pros: location, catering, consistency
Cons: only rich comfort food
Contributions +147
My go-to vegan spot in Baltimore - Edit
The Land of Kush is a vegan soul food joint known for their southern style mac ‘n cheese. This no-frills, order at the counter restaurant offers platters where you pick your entree, two sides, and a drink. You can also order each item separately or get a platter of three sides. Don’t forget to check out the baked goods on the counter. The cornbread is a must. Sides include collard greens, carrot “tuna”, and more. Entrees include BBQ ribs, eggplant parmesan, “chicken” salad, and a Maryland staple, crab cakes! Some entrees are only available on weekends and different specials are offered daily, so you definitely will never get bored of this delicious food. Metered street parking is usually available right outside the restaurant. If you are in the area, definitely stop in for a meal that you will remember.
Pros: excellent food, good value, best vegan mac 'n cheese
Cons: sometimes run out of food, customer service not a priority
Contributions +96
Just because it's vegan doesn't mean it's good - Edit
I've been to a good half-dozen vegan "soul food" restaurants, and by a huge margin, this is the worst.
I live in DC. We have two similar places there.
One owner was disorderly and swore at my wife.
I'd rather go back there than this place.
Food tastes like no one bothered to try it before serving it.
Been vegan/vegetarian for almost 20 years. This about as bland and flavorless as anything I've had in that time.
Pros: i guess it's not super expensive?
Cons: everything tried 5 menu items. they all sucked.
Contributions +141
vegan soul food - Edit
This is my favorite vegan restaurant in Baltimore ! They have amazing vegan soul food ! The macaroni and cheese is to die for along with the greens and sweet potatoes , brought along some non vegans and they couldn't even taste the difference ! They also have raw dishes and desserts which are amazing . Haven't had anything from here that I haven't enjoyed ! Also large portions for cheap
Pros: great price , amazing food
Cons: not a lot of seating
Contributions +33
Down Home cuisine - Edit
Owners are often in the establishment and are a nice husband and wife. All of the food is great except I haven't tried the breakfast yet. My favorites are the rib tips and the curry chicken.
Pros: cute location, clean, nice staff
Cons: a little pricey
Contributions +1022
Really delicious vegan food! - Edit
Land of Kush is perfect for delicious, quick vegan soul food. You can choose from just sides, salads or make a combination platter. The cornbread is slightly sweet and very tasty, so make sure you grab one with your meal!! They are very generous with the portions :)
Pros: Excellent food, Large Portions, Fast
Contributions +218
Twice as nice - Edit
Land of Kush was a neat little spot perfect for a quick and affordable meal. We had all of their entrees. The sauces were delicious! We tried most of their sides as well including carrot tuna, collard greens and mac and cheese. We took a few desserts to go and sampled their homemade lemonade, iced tea and ginger beer. All were hits! If you don’t believe us ask Stevie Wonder. We went there twice when he was in Baltimore!!
Contributions +336
Delicious - Edit
Good value for the money. I had the 3 sides platter, whole wheat Mac n cheese, candied yams and collard greens with a sweet ginger drink, it was all delicious. Nice clean little cafe, order first at the counter.
Pros: Delicious , Friendly , Clean
Contributions +26
Great Find - Edit
I will come back to Baltimore just for this restaurant EXCELLENT. They were out of some of the entrees that I wanted to try but, I enjoyed the chicken salad and the Mac and cheese was great also . Thumbs up!!! The only reason I won't give a perfect rating is because they were out of some of the entrees that I wanted to try.
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