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Serves meat, vegan options available. Diner-style restaurant located in the Roosevelt neighborhood. Serves mostly breakfast dishes, which may include classics, including vegan chicken & waffles, migas, tofuevos rancheros, pancakes, French toast, omelets, and biscuits. Sandwiches, burgers, and others are available for lunch. (Reported closed Aug. 2022 and then reopened.) Previously vegan, but reported in March 2026 to serve animal products. Open Mon-Tue 8:00am-8:00pm, Thu-Fri 8:00am-8:30pm, Sat 8:00am-9:00pm, Sun 8:00am-8:00pm.
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801 NE 65th St, Ste C (at 8th NE), Seattle, Washington, USA, 98115
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Last update on 13 May 2026 by AlloraSengupta
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382 Reviews
First Review by HaplessHeather
shanbogen
Points +213
Extremely underwhelming - Edit
I guess my review is probably gonna upset some people but this place just really wasn't good. Sometimes I feel like all-vegan restaurants' reviews suffer from "overexcited vegans syndrome" wherein we undeservedly rate a place high marks because it's so unusual and gratifying to see an entire menu of vegan food before us. I definitely get that sense with this eatery.
Read moreI had some serious complaints about Wayward Vegan Cafe though.
-Daiya cheese used in everything. I'm so not impressed by places just swapping out dairy cheese for Daiya. It tastes processed and bad, and in 2017, places should be able to use a better homemade alternative.
-The service was terrible. We were one of only three seated tables in the place and waited 30 minutes just to place our order, while our waiter was cleaning the windows. Then the appetizer and entrees came out at exactly the same time.
-They don't even know how to cook or clean vegetables properly. Side of kale arrived overcooked to mushiness, yet also inedible due to huge thick stems left on the leaves.
-Dishes are not thoughtfully constructed. Tater tot burrito desperately needed freshness or acidity to balance the tater tots and creamy sauce. Alfredo needed a touch of lemon. Chickun club sandwich was chewy on creamy on rich. I get that this is a comfort food place, but that doesn't mean we should sacrifice sound cooking principles.
-Tater tots were clearly frozen and reheated. French fries were soggy. If you're going to base your menu around items like this, prepare them correctly.
All told, I didn't eat anything that I would be excited to go back and eat again, and I had to wait a very long time for no reason, so I'm giving this place the lowest possible rating, which is 2 stars because it's an all-vegan joint.
Pros: Vegan
Cons: Food is not fresh or homemade, Food is not tasty or balanced in flavors, Service is not good
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JoltColaBaptismal
Points +133
If you don't like this place you don't like food - Edit
The single best vegan comfort food on planet earth.
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Animalesq
Points +35
Quality Greasy Spoon Diner with Touch of Kale - Edit
I dined at Wayward when it occupied a distinctively goth-punk storefront on the Ave. Having graduated to a two-story, comfortable corner location near I-5, it enjoys greater visibility but has kept true to its mission. I particularly like the Warlock with a side of the consistently most beautiful and tasty steamed kale I have ever eaten. My only criticism is that my last time there, I ordered a meal to go only to be refused the right to sit at the counter when I changed my mind and asked if I could eat one of the dishes there. I even agreed to purchase a drink and consume the beverage on-site but was still told that I could not eat the to-go order.
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HayleePearson
Points +30
AMAZEBALLS - Edit
Im so grateful to call this place my normal eating place! The food is unbelievable! It tastes like home😍❤️
Read morePros: has a selection of dessert, breakfast all day!, the food and wait staff have such a wholesome vibe
Cons: None eat here
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ArianaR.Portez
Points +31
Top notch Vegan cheat meal spot - Edit
Burgers? Check
Read moreBiscuits and gravy? Check
All vegan? Check
The menu is extensive arrived for dinner and ordered the lost scramble that contained beautiful veggies soft tofu and curry oh the curry also some steamed greens with sesame seed and I substituted for one of their well-known biscuits. It came with some jam our amazing friendly sincerely sweet server recommended. I was shaking my head in amazement and the taste of this dish. Mom ordered Mac cheese and bacon burger with fries. I tried some and although it's not something I'd ever ordered it tasted great and she loved it. The love of my life ordered the dirty bird Crisp faux chicken over biscuits with an agave spice syrup and this was a wow for us as well! Coke Zero on tap is free refills the restaurant has a casual eclectic vibe and the service was flawless and they supported my 2 year old and even brought him toys to play with! For dessert we had a slice of jodees vegan pumpkin cheesecake
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EmmaEntress
Points +25
Great restaurant - Edit
The best vegan omelets I've come across!
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AriTravels
Points +74
Sad - Edit
I tried to give a 1 star but it would only let me do a 2 for whatever reason. We travel all over for vegan food save your money and go to pizza pi. It was created by the same people and is amazing. We had the California crunch wrap and potato pancakes that we had a few bits of and couldn’t dream of eating the rest. This made me sad
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shenxi
Points +108
great diner food - Edit
casual place, great food, not too pricey. The desserts are particularly good, the cooks are also good at using cheese and potatoes. Some of the sandwiches have mediocre bread that makes them worth avoiding, but most of the menu is good.
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AmandaMC
Points +25
Great Vegan Brunch - Edit
Fantastic spot for a classic brunch, options galore, everything you'd expect from a diner and more. Would definitely add this to your Seattle vegan bucket list!
Read morePros: Nice staff, Big portions , Great food
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jayhay23
Points +251
Amazing Place - Edit
World class vegan comfort food. The menu is huge and tantalising - we had a Lumberjack (sausage, scramble, tempeh, mini pancakes, hash) and blueberry pancakes. Honestly amazing, great service, great coffee... just go!
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Jeb.getsome.food
Points +63
American Diner with bigger menu better quality and 100% vegan - Edit
All vegan american diner food greasy and amazing. I've gotten thet biscuit mountain and the club sandwich each 3 times becauset they're so good I didn't want to get anything else. Finally I tried the philly cheesesteak and chicken waffles. philly was amazing the chiggen was bland but still fine. Also the cinnamon rolls are amazing. Only problem with this place is that there are so many options and they all sound amazing so you have to go several times!
Read morePros: Huge menu all vegan, gluten-free available
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2lentilforyou
Points +520
vegan diner - Edit
It was great to see whole menu vegan. Staff were friendly. They don't do real coffee just American diner coffee. Portions large. We enjoyed our breakfasts, it was diner-type food if that makes sense though. Pancakes very fluffy and nice and they use a nice vegan cream. Too full for lunch afterwards!
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LGraves
Points +281
overrated - Edit
The tofu scramble tasted like curry tofu. The tempeh bacon was barely seasoned and my greens were inedible (they were hard and oily).
Read moreJust another mediocre vegan diner.
Pros: vegan, gluten free menu
Cons: bland, over priced
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vegannonuts
Points +172
not healthy, but sooo delicious - Edit
I love indulging in Wayward Vegan Cafe when I am in Seattle. Diner food made vegan with all day breakfast. I usually opt for biscuits and gravy. They're super filling just as comfort food should be. I've also gotten the crunch wrap which brought me right back to my taco bell days. Don't come here to eat healthy. This is diner comfort food through and through.
Read morePros: excellent food, good value
Cons: vegan "junk" food
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NigelGentry
Points +114
Huge Menu - Edit
It takes a long time to decide what to have because the menu is huge. There are breakfast, lunch and dinner options, but all of these are available all day, anyway. The food is delicious with some very imaginative egg and meat replacements to replicate traditional American comfort food, including steak, fried chicken and omelettes. The staff are very friendly and engaging with the customers.
Read morePros: Huge menu, Imaginative meat/egg alternatives, Good service
Cons: Coffee served was cold and replaced by lukewarm
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KristinNirvana
Points +322
Great Diner - Edit
I love that they have a decent sized menu with a decent amount of breakfast options. It used to be bigger but I can understand that it would be tough to have that many different items to cook, but it's still an adequate amount now.
Read morePros: Vegan Breakfast!, They have an upstairs
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kfhen
Points +46
Perfect Hangover Fare - Edit
Awesome breakfasts. Decadent crunch wraps. Perfectly spiced bloody marys. Not the most health-conscious meal you'll have that week but sometimes you just need gravy or fried things (or both).
Read morePros: Solid menu, Friendly service
Cons: Dining room cleanliness not the greatest
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alexriyan
Points +189
HOLY GUACAMOLE - Edit
Oh my goodness I have been waiting FOREVER to try Wayward. A quick trip to Seattle this week created the opportunity. I brought my Omni mom and she enjoyed the California Dreamin' Crunchwrap with fries while I indulged in the fettuccini alfredo. It was worth the wait. The cashew cream sauce was so flavorful and creamy and the "chicken" had the most incredible flavor and texture! I could even taste the Parmesan cheese on the garlic bread. SO yummy and filling. I snagged a fry off mom's plate and holy moly was it good. Can't wait to come back and try more things off the menu!!
Read morePros: YUM, ALL VEGAN
Cons: Tad pricey, We were sat in a little cramped corner
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rrr1976
Points +59
Bring your non vegan friends - Edit
This place has a huge selection of vegan options. Every non-vegan friend or family member i have brought here has said "this is vegan?" with that said, for a vegan accustomed to fresh produce and and a light touch, this restaurant is a vegan "comfort food haven." Another way to put that is gut-bomb heaven. A lot of the food is what you would expect from the usual breakfast diner + vegan flair. Totally worth the meal...just keep the eyes smaller than the stomach.
Read morePros: Vegan choices, Great Service, Nice location
Cons: Limited "fresh" option
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EmeraldCityVegan
Points +38
my favorite restaurant in Seattle - Edit
Our go-to place almost anytime we go out! We've sampled a majority of the menu items, I've enjoyed everything but my most favorite things are the MOZZARELLA WEDGES! Like seriously so good, you must try them! Another favorite is the country fried seitan breakfast. It's one of the best things I've ever had, the hashbrowns are bomb and so is the tofu scramble. And of course the seitan was sooooo good, with lots of gravy!! Nothing better! My husband loves the chick'n parm sandwich and the Chico vegan melt. I also love the spirit burger, the fettuccini alfredo, the chiggen wrap... so much more, everything we've had has been great. The service is usually great, even when they're busy. We waited 25 minutes to get a seat on President's Day and it was well worth it! Prices are very good, too, we can eat there for around $30 for 2 people, including an appetizer and tip.
Read morePros: all vegan , friendly staff , good prices
Cons: wish they opened earlier!
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gvarun
Points +141
Amazing diner vegan food - Edit
really cool vegan diner with an amazing selection for brunch and breakfast. Came here on a weekend trip - had the buffalo wings and omelette with tempeh which were both very good. The buffalo wings were amazing - and made with tofu for those that don't like the faux meat texture (it was kind of like the bean curd texture). Good service and friendly staff.
Read morePros: variety of selection for breakfast food (almost to, tasty!
Cons: not healthy :( but you wouldn't really come he
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BriannaBorg-Smith
Points +57
mock meat lover's heaven - Edit
So many options on the menu! Wayward has delicious food. I tried the ex-benedict which includes an egg-like patty, vegan faux meat of some sauce (I think ham?) and hollandaise sauce with a side of hashed browns. The sauce really made the meal! Delicious.
Read morePros: good variety of menu options, delicious, quick service
Cons: busy, may have to wait to be seated
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VegetativeState
Points +38
Absolutely my favorite spot in Seattle - Edit
I have been going to wayward for around 14 years or so and this place became my favorite vegan restaurant after the ownership change (to the current owners). Over the years and through the location changes, it has only gotten better an better. Whenever I am in town, though I frequent most of the other vegan spots in town as well, Wayward is always #1 on my list.
Read morePros: diverse menu with options for sensitivities, fair prices, absolutely delicious
Cons: only in Seattle
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bloolovesbatman
Points +118
So many delicious choices - Edit
There's so many wonderful things to try it seems unfair to have to choose a few. Definitely bring a buddy and half everything!(:
Read morechrisgo
I couldn't agree more! What a great find this is. ❤️❤️❤️
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sglcklch
Points +3843
Excellent breakfast! - Edit
This place is AWESOME. Big menu, lots of options and everything is served all day. We had the Tempeh Tantrum and the Country Bumpkin. All delicious. Their tofu scramble was quite possibly the best I'd ever had. Portions were generous too. We would've loved to have dessert as well, but didn't due to time constraints. Well, next time for sure!
Read morePros: Great food, Good value, Extensive menu
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BanjoGirl
Points +236
eat here! - Edit
We loved this place! Big menu full of too many choices! Good kid options, and breakfast served anytime. The carrot cake was the highlight- the best one I have ever had. I wish I lived closer to frequent this place!
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notameat
Points +1085
Great - Edit
What a great place to eat. Many options and very great service. We had the Avocado Omelet which was outstanding. Wish they were closer to home.
Read morePros: Great selection of food, Great Service
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