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Vegan
American
Fast food
Salad bar
Take-out
Celtic-themed whole foods vegan cafe, opened Jun 2015. Offers pasties, bowls, veggie burgers, daily soup, pies and smoothies. Previously at Coos Bay, new address reported Feb 2017. Open Tue-Sat 11:00am-4:00pm.
52 Reviews
First Review by Yolante101
talakoala
Points +882
So so good - Edit
Loved the burgers and sriracha Mac and cheese. Such a lovely place with kind staff and a beautiful outdoor area.
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ElizabethStrehl
Points +91
Amazing burgers! - Edit
Very friendly staff and charming restaurant with local artwork for sale. I tried a special, the teriyaki burger with grilled pineapple (much like Red Robin's bonsai burger). It was DELICIOUS, perhaps the best vegan burger I've tasted. For my side, I couldn't choose between the sweet potato fries and the mac 'n' cheese. I think the sweet potato fries were some of the best I've ever had, and their fry sauce is amazing. The mac wasn't my favorite, but the rest of the meal earned more than 5 stars, so it balances out. I can't wait to go back and try their desserts.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Great burgers, Amazing sweet potato fries
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ColinTurner
Points +18
So good! - Edit
100% vegan restaurant! Great food and friendly staff.
Read morePros: Mac and cheese, Nachos, Hawaiian Burger
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huckleberry.han
Points +144
10/10 in every way! - Edit
This place is lovely. Not only is it your only option for all-vegan food almost anywhere on the Oregon Coast, but it’s also delicious, the staff are wonderfully kind, and the vibe is so cute in there. It’s a must-stop on your coast trip. We looooove the Tin Thistle!
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Peggylovesvegan
Points +22
Great Food - Edit
I am so lucky to live nearby. Tasty vegan food. Cheerful staff and great atmosphere right in downtown North Bend Or.
Read morePros: Delicious bowls, lovely burgers, Great sides
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Xegan
Points +35
Adorable and delicious - Edit
Ngl, my gf and I were skeptical looking at the pictures. However, we decided to go after realizing the pictures were probably taken on a rainy day by amateur photographers on their phones and I'm so glad we went. The absolute best burgers I've ever had, specifically the BBQ and Hawaiian. My gf and I kept coming back, taking 20 minute drivers for the cheerful owner and stellar food.
Read more*tip: park across the street. the parking there is 2 hours free as opposed to the 15-minute parking in front of the building
Pros: Food, Owner, Atmosphere
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LauraK
Points +371
Amazing find! - Edit
Loved it! Got the pastie which was kind of like a samosa. Very tasty on its own and particularly with the dipping sauce 😋 Fiesta salad was perfect balance of hearty and light /fresh. Everything on menu looked good. Adorable nice space. Recommend!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-01
Pros: Tasty, Atmosphere , Friendly
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Cjpodbregar
Points +28
Gyro Special - Edit
Ordered the Gyro Special on Saturday and it was deliciously made with all in house ingredients from scratch. They also have their own homemade mac and cheese and daily soups! #Veganuary
Read morePros: Gyro
Cons: No
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CnG💗veg
Points +53
Our favorite place - Edit
Delicious food, all vegan and lots of gluten free options too. The people that cook and run the place are super nice. We have tried almost everything on the menu and it has all been delicious. It’s also a great place to bring our non-vegan friends they always find something they love and they don't even miss the meat.
Read moreIn the spring and summer they have a great garden area
Pros: Great food, Friendly staff
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GreengoMujer
Points +52
Plant Foodie Paradise - Edit
After every bite we both were saying “hmmm” almost singing with delight. The best barbecue burger topped with mushrooms and grilled onions. The cauliflower bowl was superb. Add a side of roasted Brussel sprouts and warm mixed berry pie and you have two very happy people.
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Bunelda
Points +24
Vegan Comfort Food! - Edit
I enjoy everything about The Tin Thistle, from the food, the dining environment, and the staff. They always greet me with a smile and remember my favorite dish, the Village Burger on a Gluten Free Bun with Sweet Potato Fries.
Read morePros: Delicious Vegan Food
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RachelPowellBuckley
Points +76
Yummy Vegan Eats - Edit
Delicious vegan food! My omnivore husband enjoys eating here with me when we are in the area. The owner reversed her health conditions (cancer, I believe) on a healthy vegan diet.💚🌱
Read moreIf you get a chance to dine in, don’t miss a chance to enjoy your food in the sweet little garden area! 🌸🪻
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alisonb42
Points +44
Flavor! - Edit
The Tin Thistle was such a surprise! There aren’t a whole lot of vegan options on the coast but this is not only a fully vegan restaurant, the food is REALLY good. Lots of variety and everything we had was delicious
Read morePros: So many options, Flavorful
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Forager
Points +334
Yummy - Edit
Great vegan food in Coos Bay. Large, lovely space and a beautiful garden courtyard. Would come again!
Read morePros: Tasty food, Great cookies , Beautiful indoor and outdoor seating areas
Cons: Only one type of pasty.
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AmyFox
Points +22
Left with our plates cleared and bellies full - Edit
This place is absolutely amazing! Hands down, best vegan place I've visited so far. I ordered the specials of the day: Hawaiian Burger and garlic mashers and my husband ordered the nachos and soup of the day, chili. Also, the mixed berry pie. Everything was so flavorful and we will be visiting again the next time we are in town. The service was 10/10, as well.
Read morePros: So many good options, Friendly Service, Cozy atmosphere
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DanaBankus
Points +26
Amazing 100% vegan restaurant! - Edit
The staff was extremely helpful, patient, the garden patio was so quaint, and the food was DELICIOUS! I had the chili Mac and village tacos, and my husband had the BLTA special with potato salad. We will be going back for sure!
Read morePros: 100% vegan
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BrianAbbey
Points +80
Love The Tin Thistle! - Edit
We’re on a road trip passing thru and stopped here for lunch and loved the extensive vegan menu. We both ended up ordering house-made vegan burgers with gluten free buns, which were amazing. The burger was a walnut and veggies mix which was fulfilling but not overfilling. Flavors were spot on, sweet potato fries were air fried I think so not too greasy. Owner was delightful to chat with, as were a few other very friendly locals who were eager to chat us up and talk about being vegan on the Oregon coast. Will definitely be back, and recommend you give this place a try when you’re anywhere near Coos Bay.
Read morePros: Whole menu is vegan, Great gluten-free options and buns
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corinal
Points +1641
Really creative - Edit
Everything we ordered had such a creative twist. Pumpkin cookies with frosting kind of like carrot cake, roasted brussel sprouts with almonds and cranberries and what tasted like a lemon twist, and a Hawaiian burger with delicious sauce. I liked that the burger wasn’t made to taste like meat - it looked like marinated and fried tofu. Everything was really good!
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Great food
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TerriChrisman
Points +284
Delicious! Worth a stop. - Edit
Ordered takeaway en route to Eugene. Order was ready when I walked in the door. Hubs got the Indian pastie and garlic mash. I tasted both and they were totally Yummy. I ordered the fiesta bowl- delicious. A much better option than a burger in my opinion.
Read moreThe staff were very friendly.
Pros: All vegan, Totally delicious , Lovely staff
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pdavidsonphoto
Points +46
Delicious Food - Edit
I used to live in Coos Bay and was a regular to this restaurant. Every time I visit I have to stop. On this particular visit I stayed for four days. You guessed it I ate there every day for lunch with a friend and the hubs. It never disappoints as the food is delicious! Just grateful this restaurant is still there serving up great, wholesome, and healthy vegan eats!
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Travelingwomyn
Points +90
Thank you Happy Cow for an excellent source - Edit
So thrilled to make it back to the Tin Thistle and find that the food, service, and ambiance is as nourishing and good as before. The Punjabi bowl, roasted Brussel sprouts, the sweet potato fries, the mango Lassi, and the BLT were enjoyed thoroughly by all of us. This restaurant provides healthy vegan absolutely delicious food. We drove way out of our way to eat here again.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-05-25
Pros: Absolutely Delicious food. , Very friendly and delightful service, Very conveniently located. Right on hwy 101
Cons: Too far from our home so we can't eat there daily.
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AnnaliseNeff
Points +130
Incredible find in a vegan desert - Edit
This place is sooooo yummy. Everything is vegan and their house made burger patty is genuinely the best Ive ever had. I cannot say enough good. Make sure you stop by!!
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MareNew
Points +81
Tin Thistle is a Must stop! - Edit
Have eaten here regularly and its really great! It has a casual fun eclectic decor too😊
Read morePros: All Vegan Yay ❤️❤️❤️
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mexivegan
Points +392
Take a Trip to The Tin Thistle - Edit
I was driving through North Bend with my mother. We stopped in for lunch. We were both very impressed with all the food. The special sweet potato mango chutney soup had great flavor and a nice level of spiciness. The potato salad that came with my BBQ Village Burger tasted great. The burger was crispy on the outside with nice texture inside. The pie tasted great. It had flax in the crust. It was one of the best pie crusts I've ever tasted. I would recommend going to North Bend just to eat here.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-06-20
Pros: Spacious interior w/ high ceilings + outside patio, Great food, including desserts, Everything is vegan, so no worries
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JaniceStanger
Points +183
Fresh and delicious food - Edit
I got the barbecue burger, which was freshly made in house from whole food ingredients; for a side, I selected a simple salad (it's too easy to consume only overly rich food when traveling). I also enjoyed a delicious smoothie. The people there are very friendly.
Read morePros: Food is freshly made in house , Intriguing choices, and everything is vegan, Interesting art decor
Cons: Open only five days a week and for limited hours
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piscessun
Points +33
Delicious! - Edit
I had a pastie, hub had the portobello sandwich. Both were absolutely delicious! We plan to come back and try other items. So happy this is near our summer job.
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Shagay
Points +43
Extraordinary - Edit
Such a great treat to discover this really, really great vegan restaurant. We were brand new vegans and the quality of the food, the beautiful presentation, the taste... WOW. This place could really help a folks who are curious about veganism or vegetarianism learn just how tasty WFPB living can be. The staff was wonderful, the atmosphere funky, classy, fun, comfortable. Can't wait to head north and visit again. Number 1 in my book!
Read morePros: Delicious, Affordable, Lots of variety
Cons: 2 hours away from home
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