Vegan
American
Beer/Wine
Take-out
All-vegan restaurant est. April 2012. Comfortable atmosphere and a full bar. Open Tue-Thu 11:00am-8:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm.
76 Reviews
First Review by Shannin987
EverydayTastiness
Points +2744
worth the drive! - Edit
Since I arrived when the opened, I had my choice of table. I quickly ordered a chai to get me started. It smelled delicious even if it was a bit weaker than I would normally make. It was still good.
Read moreAfter chatting with the server, I decided on the house red bean and oat veggie burger. I was also tempted by the vegan florentine. The “burger” is a grilled sandwich with maple-bourbon BBQ aioli, caramelized onion, some greens, and pickled veggie slaw. I really liked the slaw addition. The bread was grilled to a perfect golden brown and had a very satisfying crunch.
For dessert I had the chocolate cake with chocolate frosting drizzled in an orange sauce. It was moist and scrumptious. I really could have used a second bite.
They have a great space which includes a patio, full bar, and a stage for live music. I am going to try to make the effort to go back. It was worth the drive.
Pros: all vegan, friendly staff, easy street parking
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BunnyFan
Points +217
Tasty vegan food - Edit
Great queer-friendly atmosphere and good food
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AdamT319
Points +126
Amazing lunch and a show - Edit
Trumpet Blossom is my favorite restaurant in Iowa City. It is the place I come for Birthdays and Anniversaries, it’s solid and you can never go wrong with the Reuben.
Read moreWe came to see boot camp perform at a Mission creek show at the restaurant during the festival .
I order 2 orders of the seitan wings(an order for each of the sauce choice) as an appetizer. I got the veggieburger, others at my table got the Reuben and the seitan gyro. I also got the Turmeric latte, definitely try the drinks here they are amazing and that menu is well established and I have too many favorites on it. The special was a tofu peanut wrap but we didn’t order it.
The fries and the sauces are good best in Iowa city with Oasis as a close second.
Some say this place is expensive, but it’s not that expensive., $10 for a homemade veggieburger is cheap. Also they make almost everything thing from scratch including the seitan. In a world where so many places serve processed stuff from Sysco, and charge $17 for an impossible burger TB is a stand out.
The staff is the best and friendly as hell.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-06
Pros: Made from scratch ingredients, Solid menu and amazing daily specials , Great venue for both local and touring bands.
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JasonBloomberg
Points +494
Definitely delicious - Edit
Finding good, healthy, vegan options while traveling is getting easier. Lunch today in Iowa City, IA was at the Trumpet Blossom Cafe. We shared:
Read moreMiso BBQ Mushroom Burrito with cup of curried lentil soup
Special of the day: Tofu Wrap
Mango Habanero Seiten wings
Buckwheat Corn cake
And it all was delicious. I look forward to going back again sometime.
Pros: The food, The Service, The atmosphere
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kale_and_trail
Points +459
Good food, charming space - Edit
I’m so glad we stopped in here on a cross country road trip! We waited a long time to order and for our food, but the server couldn’t have been kinder or more pleasant. I got the veggie burger and my partner got the miso mushroom wrap. Both were tasty, hearty, and fresh.
Read morePros: All vegan, Lots of GF options, Charming space
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Norwottuck
Points +179
Amazing place, friendly staff - Edit
We had the BLT, Soup of the day, Tempeh Strips, and Garden Salad. Everything was just great, the staff were incredibly friendly and clearly knew the menu very well. The space itself is amazing, lovely sustainability efforts, and we even talked about the background of the restaurant and some local news. Such a great experience.
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mariegraces
Points +65
Wonderful Everything - Edit
The food was creative and all vegan. Delicious!
Read morePros: Lots of choices, Walnut Parmesan , Vegan deserts
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bradlevsen
Points +55
Delicious as always! - Edit
I try to get here whenever I’m in Iowa. They never disappoint.
Read morePros: Great food, Great service
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smithkevinc
Points +300
Excellent Food & Atmosphere - Edit
Ordered the Mango-Habanero Seitan and a salad. It was all very good. When I'm next in Iowa City I'll definitely drop by here again. The atmosphere and staff are great as well.
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banthisanimalchin
Points +160
Really good taste - Edit
Food and ambience really good. The only thing is portions were small.
Read moreGreat desserts
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AnnaMN
Points +240
Fantastic and fresh! - Edit
I had the miso bbq mushroom burrito. It was the perfect combination of flavorful, saucy and fresh. I love that they serve items on whole grain breads and wraps by default. Very fairly priced too. If I lived nearby I’d eat here every day.
Read morePros: Fresh, flavorful and creative options, Whole grain tortillas and bread, Chill atmosphere
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fitz13
Points +37
Simply the best - Edit
House-made everything! Rotating menu. Won’t break the bank, unless you order more and more, which is a risk.
Read moreBesides the food, the vibes are great, and the bar is extraordinary.
Pros: House-made food, Drinks, Atmosphere
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KMLarson
Points +101
Hidden Gem - Edit
Every single time I drive through this state I go out of my way to stop here and order enough food for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the road ! Iowa is not known for being vegan friendly, so imagine my surprise to find some bomb @$$ vegan chefs on my way up north. I’ve had everything on the menu and have yet to be disappointed. Tip the staff good bc they work hard!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-25
Pros: Super clean eating , coffee and tea options in the evenings, Hip venue doubles as concert hall
Cons: Lack of parking, POPULAR! GET RESERVATIONS ON WEEKENDS! , Sometimes they sell out of my favorites 😭
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MarlysCliniteHorne
Points +302
Above and beyond - Edit
When we showed up today to get takeout the bartender said the kitchen wasn’t open for another 15 minutes. I mentioned that we were trying to get back to the hospital asap she made an exception and got the order in right away.
Read morePros: Excellent service , Great food
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Jewelry
Points +145
Great food and zero waste! - Edit
We got a Rachel wrap and miso bbq mushroom wrap with side salads and shared the wraps. Completely satisfying meal, colorful and creative
Read moreTo top it off, they supply cloth napkins and reusable straws.
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ashleyjoyce
Points +83
v cozy + super tasty! - Edit
expectational vegan food. cute cozy vibe. friendly folx that work there. can’t wait to go back. ✨
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Bissonomy
Points +127
Delicious and reliable - Edit
Static menu with some exceptional standouts as well as a rotating special that is often a creative take on a comfort food. Excellent shakes and coffees as well.
Read morePros: Creative specials, Surprising taste combos, Solid staples
Cons: Not if you're in a hurry
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M.B.
Points +83
Super tasty - Edit
Yummy sandwiches, cakes and so on.
Read moreFair prizes and friendly stuff, highly recommended.
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vegalicious68
Points +133
Great - fully vegan!!!! - Edit
After spending three weeks in the states and my only vegetable intake being the odd slice of tomato on a veggieburger, I was super super happy to find this fully vegan restaurant. I tried the Seitan wings which were delicious. I then had a BLT with salad, absolutely fantastic! …..Followed by a crumble. I was already full, but decided to have it anyway, because it looked so great and it tasted wonderful. Lovely lovely place, will return next year.
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stickboybike
Points +94
Super charming - Edit
I had the miso mushroom burrito and washed it down with the peanut butter, banana smoothie with a little bit of powder  cacao added to it. The burrito is a fantastic combination of textures and flavors in a very neat package. Nice touches are the classic drinking glasses that are ball jars as well as the mismatched linens instead of paper napkins.  I haven’t spent much time in the Midwest, but a little place like this seems to be an oasis for people like us who are vegan. Highly recommended! 
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djwiggity
Points +151
Great vegan restaurant / bar - Edit
What a nice spot! We were able to sit out on the patio (though our dogs had to wait in the car since the only access is through the restaurant) and have a nice meal overlooking the creek. The wings, crabcakes, and fries (including aiolis) were great. The bar had a good selection including some local beers and favorites from outside of Iowa. Too stuffed to try the desserts even though they sounded delicious!
Read morePros: Beautiful patio, Good drink selection, Friendly staff
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VeganSausageDog
Points +876
Fresh and yummy - Edit
Lovely fresh home made style vegan food. The seitan wings and falafel wrap were a real highlight.
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gumblebumble
Points +105
Excellent Food and Drinks - Edit
Loved the falafel salad and turmeric latte. The outdoor seating area is great, too.
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cometparty
Points +92
Can’t get enough of this place! - Edit
I visited this wonderful restaurant three times in as many days (and I’m already looking forward to my next trip to Iowa City, haha). Have tried the Reuben, tofu-egg salad wrap, and the soup of the day with corn cakes, all of which were excellent. Yummy turmeric latte and kombucha on tap too. I also love the warm cozy atmosphere—the aesthetic here is 💯🥰
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-11
Pros: Delicious food and drinks, Friendly and attentive service, Cozy ambience
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wgovegan
Points +24
Delicious and Original - Edit
My wife and I recently relocated (back) to Iowa City and are so thankful for this place. The wings (with the habanero mango sauce) are SO. GOOD. I loved them with the vegan sauces. The special milkshake the had was a Strawberry Rhubarb that I wish I could eat/drink daily.
Read moreI also love the ambiance of the place. There is stage that I'm guessing accommodates some live music or open mics, and I can envision a pleasant time sitting at the dimly lit bar, sipping a cherry old fashioned and taking in all the positive vibes.
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VagrantVegan
Points +1333
Fantastic and Eco Friendly - Edit
Everything was absolutely wonderful, and the presentation was amazing. Little touches like mason jars and cloth napkins make the difference. I appreciate the eco touches like the metal straw and drink stirrer. The seasonal produce added a freshness and color that elevated this meal. Everything tasted fresh and had great great texture. Our server was also wonderful, and the atmosphere was fun.
Read morePros: Local and fresh produce , Cool atmosphere
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ace13
Points +105
Great spot - Edit
I stopped here during a road trip and was thrilled with my meal. The Solstice salad was fantastic! Appreciated the vibe too. Give them a try if you’re near Iowa City!
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