The Stand Vegan Cafe is a full-service vegan restaurant offering chef-made breakfast, lunch, and dinner - plus smoothies, juices, coffees, desserts, wine, and beer. Has many gluten-free options as well as nut-free and soy-free options. Some examples include tofu broccoli quiche, miso kale salad, avocado toast, seasonal soup, smoothie bowls and sandwiches such as avocado and hummus. Everything is prepared from scratch and to-order. Conveniently located in the Sportsplex, right off Exit 21 from I-95. Reported closed August 2023.
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85 Mill Plain Rd (at Post Road, Exit 21 I-95), Fairfield, Connecticut, USA, 06824
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- Outdoor seating
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 06 May 2024 by Bellaaaaa
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54 Reviews
First Review by CherylM
lleslienicole
Points +172
Fully vegan! - Edit
Tried a bunch of different things here today and everything was delicious! Had the TLTandA, the kids grilled cheese, and the kids Mac and cheese. The fries are perfectly seasoned wedge fries with great dipping sauces. So impressed!
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paigelikesfood
Points +161
One of my fav local spots - Edit
I have been coming to this place since I first went vegan, and have seen it undergo menu changes and mature as an establishment, going from almost exclusively takeout to now a sit-down restaurant.
Read moreSo I was heartbroken when I received an email that it would be closing at the end of this month. Knew I needed to stop by and support it in these last days. Food was delicious as always. Will definitely miss this gem🫶Hopefully the great minds behind it can keep their love for food going elsewhere
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djwiggity
Points +102
Great local spot! - Edit
I was pleasantly surprised to find a vegan restaurant while visiting Fairfield, and even more pleased with the food! We ordered a variety of dishes for vegans and non-vegans alike, and everyone seemed pretty happy with our dinner. My chicken fried tofu was a delicious, fun entree, and my tastes of the buddha bowl and noodles were great as well. Would love to come back whenever I'm visiting again!
Read morePros: Good variety
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tB-DontCamp
Points +116
Get the Mac - Edit
Stopped by on a road trip. This place is right off the highway. The cauliflower app has a great sauce but I thought the breading could be better. The Mac and cheese is a 10/10.
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L5IW3-7Cp2vei9G
Points +20
Top notch food AND its Vegan - Edit
I've been here a couple of times. The food is delicious, ingredients fresh and tasty. A must I'd you are in Fairfield.
Read morePros: Menu variety. From Asian Noodles to burgers.., Food quality is excellent, Lovely laid back atmosphere
Cons: None, none, none
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Amyladedada1
Points +528
Great vibes - Edit
I had tried The Stand Vegan Cafe at a event years ago. So happy to got to try their food again at their cafe. It is so cute and the food is delicious!
Read morePros: Tons of vegan options
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JacquelineViolet
Points +230
Great food! - Edit
Delicious! Probably one of the best vegan burgers that I’ve ever had. It was homemade, and flavored so well. We also got the jackfruit rueben which want add good as the burger but still decent. It’s not very dense on the jack fruit, and the texture of jackfruit was too soft to resemble the real thing, but the flavor was great.
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EllieBlair
Points +42
Great food and environment - Edit
I got the TLT-A (Tempeh lettuce tomato and avocado). It was amazing! So much flavor on crispy sourdough bread. I am not from the area, but I will be back next time I’m visiting!
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Cute dining room, Lots of options
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=^..^=
Points +61
The best of the best - Edit
The Stand is my fave eatery in Connecticut hands down. The food is fabulous, the service is is friendly and the ambiance perfect. Very highly recommend!!
Read morePros: Delish, Vegan
Cons: Soy
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amp15
Points +266
Vegan spot in Sportsplex - Edit
Delicious smoothies and great food! Our favorite dish is the French onion burger. Great for dine-in or takeout. Food portions are a little small for the price.
Read morePros: 100% vegan!
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Veganxxx
Points +107
Great lunch spot - Edit
I've made it a habit of stopping by here whenever I'm in the area. I especially love the French Bread Dippers, the Chicken Fried Tofu, and The Stand Juice. Clean and simple decor.
Read morePros: Great options
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LRS13
Points +269
Perfectly Located off I-95 - Edit
Fully vegan restaurant with a nice variety of options. The inside of the restaurant was adorable. Each table had flowers, the tables were well spaced, and it was nicely decorated. The staff was attentive and very kind. It’s a very easy stop right off of the highway when traveling through Connecticut. The food was very good, the presentation was lovely, it was reasonably priced, and as an added bonus, there was live music while we were there. This will definitely become a regular stop when traveling this route.
Read morePros: Nice ambiance and decor, Conveniently located
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DustinSchriffert
Points +123
A Gem in Fairfield - Edit
The Stand is a great spot to meet up with a friend for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu has nice variety, although it heavily sways towards typical cafe faire. But there isn't a menu item I have tried that I didn't like!
Read moreTheir expanded hours for evening dining is also a very welcome change. Their prices can seem a bit steep for breakfast or lunch (in my opinion), but combined with table service and elegant dinner entrees and cozy atmosphere, it feels like a very worthwhile night out at dinnertime.
The chicken fried tofu and skinny Buddha bowl are some of our favorites!
The Stand is definitely worth supporting and a hidden gem within Fairfield.
Pros: Menu changes periodically., Good vibe and friendly staff., Outdoor seating in the Summer.
Cons: Not cheap...but good quality ingredients never are
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WildaMerant
Points +130
Tasty - Edit
Cute cafe in a giant plaza. Has a pretty large menu with a diverse range of foods and drinks. Can dine in or out. Ample parking anywhere in plaza and can walk to the cafe. Cute aesthetic inside.
Read morePros: Good range of options, Both and healthy and non healthy vegan food, Great flavor
Cons: Slow service (slow on two occasions), Food could come out a little faster
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ChefJenna
Points +91
Great for travelers - Edit
Great food and service. Location is right off the highway and perfect for travelers.
Read morePros: Chef owned, Fresh, Cute and convenient
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Sjjk12
Points +1089
Great - Edit
I had the Buddha bowl with a side of grilled tofu, it’s good, I liked the fresh veggies, I wish the tofu wasn’t extra. Very good
Read moreCons: Overpriced
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ravron
Points +46
Outstanding! - Edit
Stopped here for a late lunch with my wife and mother. Staff was very pleasant, and the food was absolutely delicious! We had the Light Buddha Bowl, Soya and Zunoodles, and The Mac and Cheese. All three dishes contained ample portions, and the food was extremely tasty. Everything was very fresh, and all the food is made to order, so it takes a little while for the food to arrive, but it is definitely worth the wait!
Read moreIt is so convenient to I-95, that it is the perfect place to stop for breakfast, lunch, or an early dinner. Ample parking, too.
Pros: Delicious food., Friendly and helpful staff., Reasonable prices.
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deanutbutter
Points +168
Great road trip stop - Edit
The Stand is right off I-95 North, super easy to stop and take a break during a long drive. The cafe was bright and lively, and I enjoyed perusing mg their collection of vegan cookbooks while we waited for our food. I had the Skinny Buddha Bowl, which was delicious, but they have a little of everything on the menu from juices to comfort food.
Read morePros: Completely vegan, lots of options, Convenient to route 95, Indoor and outdoor seating
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Sofafilms
Points +291
Very tasty. Friendly service. - Edit
The only negative is that it’s a bit pricy. Otherwise, I thought everything was very tasty. I had the Buddha bowl. My husband had a jackfruit grilled cheese sandwich. I also had hibiscus iced tea and we had a couple of yummy almond butter chocolate chip balls. The woman and the register was very friendly and welcoming.
Read morePros: Delicious, Friendly
Cons: Expensive
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mitchmcc
Points +79
Great food, friendly service - Edit
Stopped for early lunch on a road trip. Convenient to I95. Great vegan options. Tasty food. Friendly service
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-07-08
Pros: All vegan, Breakfast items (till 4pm), Friendly service
Cons: Could have used a side with the breakfast burrito
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HilaryIlona
Points +97
Small portions, yummy sandwiches - Edit
We had the jackfruit grilled cheese, tofu banh mi with (four) steak fries (for 4.50 more) and a kids Mac and cheese because we were still hungry after ordering those two and not eating breakfast earlier. We liKed the jackfruit sandwich the most. Overall, it was healthy tasting, not particularly spicy, no hot sauce option, the Mac and cheese was straight up bland, and not good. The condiments/sauces were good but the portions were smaller. It’s not as good as the other vegan restaurants we’ve been to in CT.
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NagashaKuranko
Points +16
Well someone got a makeover - Edit
Beautiful setting, classy “parisian-esque” casual sit down dining. Came here on a perfect summer scarf weather day so this review might be influenced by some rose tinted glasses, but I can assure you wont he disappointed. Just reading their menu, I could feel my mouth start to water and my blood sugar steady. Young vibrant but CHILL wait staff Also, I hear the owner Jenna is a literal goddess.
Read morePros: Lots of gluten free vegan options , Healthy, creative, and comforting food, Clean environment, fair prices
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kashmir_stg
Points +394
Dessert is top-notch! - Edit
We must come back for breakfast/lunch/dinner!!
Read moreWe only got dessert but it was amazing!
We got the Frozen Peanut butter Fudge Pie and the Chocolate Mousse with Matcha Latte and Ice Hibiscus tea. We’ll be back soon
Pros: All vegan, Delicious desserts , Great atmosphere
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iloveveganicecream
Points +814
Great sandwiches & sweets - Edit
I would definitely recommend the tempeh “TLTA,” the blondie, and the snickerdoodle. The staff is so nice.
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Veganera
Points +18
Good experience - Edit
Good food and relaxed environment. The miso kale salad was delicious and they make beignets over the weekend which are SO good!
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jennamcgann
Points +96
Great vegan food! - Edit
Great vegan breakfast and lunch spot! The Tofu Banh Mi is my favorite😄
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KileyOBrien
Points +348
I like - Edit
When they first opened I was trying so many different foods from here. Many of them amazing but some were just really bleh. I will always love their bagel with tofu though that one is so good! And the staff is so friendly too! Something’s are just hit or miss! But I would recommend trying it!
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