Vegan
American
Organic
Raw
Western
Juice bar
Take-out
Opened Jul 2015 this is a botanical bar and vegan food restaurant in Yaletown. Profits are donated to charity. Confirmed closed, Jul 2018.
30 Reviews
First Review by kenvegan
SamanthaKTeng
Points +1469
Nice that there’s healthier items than most places - Edit
Waited awhile to be seated. Had the Thai glass noodle stir fry, Gluten free burger and the Buckwheat pancakes. The pancakes didn’t have the “famous coconut whip” on it as the menu states. The burger was pretty yummy. I felt like the glass noodle stir fry needed more flavour. But otherwise a nice place with healthy options!
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ArabellaBoop
Points +32
Tasty Treats - Edit
Seriously great food, and really amazing service
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EricN.Franks
Points +18
Fantastic Vegan find! - Edit
I came here last time I was in Vancouver, and, by far, it's my favourite Vegan spot!
Read moreThe food I had here was well prepared, delicious, and the staff was friendly, and answered any questions I had about the menu!
I highly recommend this spot! My favourite dishes are the buckwheat pancakes, and their Tacos! I also had a kava beverage that was excellent!
Pros: All Vegan, Great quality of ingredients! , Profits go to charity
Cons: Can be a bit pricey (but it's actually worth the c, Can be hard to find if you're new to the area
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rachelandmichael
Points +405
Pancakes!!!!! - Edit
Came in for some take-out, everybody was jet lagged in the hotel room. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did two orders of buckwheat pancakes and they were great. Exactly what I was craving. We will both order them again next time we are in town. Menu was large with a lot of options, can’t wait to come back and actually sit down. Looked like it had some options the kids would enjoy as well. Price was consistent with an all vegan place.
Read morePros: good food, great service
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Shxylah
Points +118
grounding, gorgeous ambiance + meals - Edit
One of my most favourite raw restaurants ever. Lively, earthy interior and fresh, living nourishment!
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marieroberts
Points +1559
mostly raw foods - Edit
We shared the “cheese” plate, absolutely amazing!
Read moreWill definitely come back
Pros: fresh, raw, whole foods
Cons: most items are cold, make sure you know your meal
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veganairman
Points +309
Vegan heaven - Edit
My wife and I went here for lunch one day and ordered the Cannelloni and a flatbread that was on special that day and both dishes were amazing. They were so fresh and not greasy at all and delicious. The atmosphere was very relaxing but energizing as well. We will definitely be back again next time we are in Vancouver to sample more things from the menu.
Read morePros: Tasty food, Great Selection, Great atmosphere
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Rachel16
Points +105
Amazing - Edit
I loved this place. The restaurant is beautiful, very fine-dinning experience with comfortable seating. The service was good, but food was a little slow coming out. The wait was worth it though and food was amazing. We got the cheese platter, quiche, cannelloni, kale salad and apple pie and all were delicious. A very healthy vegan restaurant. A must visit place in Vancouver!
Read morePros: excellent food, great atmosphere, friendly service
Cons: little pricey, wait time for food
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Ariane
Points +510
Serene place but a bit expensive - Edit
I like the food but the names was a bit misleading.
Read moreThe canelloni was a cold dish, basically a salad. I wish the description stated that.
The soup was very fresh and tasty.
Updated from previous review on 2017-08-28
Pros: All vegan
Cons: Description of the dishes needs improvement., Too much garlic
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LindseyElizabeth
Points +865
Expensive, but healthy and tasty - Edit
I rarely go here because it is out of my price range for frequent visiting, but it is a really nice place. I love their kale salad and kava drinks, although everything I've tried here has been great!
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veganaurora
Points +318
Hip and very health aware - Edit
We ate here for a late breakfast and I had very yummy vegan pankcakes with strawberries, coconut cream and maple syrup. The mango smoothie I drank too was filled with other healthy ingredients.
Read moreMy partner ordered the raw gluten free pizza which I wasn't sure was ever going to be a good choice for him because it was very different from the 'normal' pizza he loves to eat. It came as two dark, raw, flatbread pieces with mushrooms and rocket and a sauce on. I ate a bite or two which I enjoyed but he didn't; after ploughing through a piece he explained that he really disliked the texture of the flatbread.
The Zend Lounge is very conscious of health foods and there were lots of the latest healthy ingredients and choices there. I think it isn't a place to take non-veggies too if they're not keen on trying out new things. I think we would have appreciated it more if we were more aware of the latest trends in health foods.
Pros: Very healthy and self aware, Modern decor, Tasty pancakes
Cons: No cheap eats
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GuyLaine
Points +223
Manger avec bonne conscience! - Edit
Décor coquet sur une rue animée, dans un beau quartier de Vancouver, ce resto végétalien est à but non lucratif. Les portions étaient petites pour le prix. Pour une bonne cause! L'ambiance était bonne! Un petit hic: nous étions 3 et personnes n'a reçu son repas en même temps.
Read morePros: La cause!, La variété du menu, Les grands verres d'eau!
Cons: Service non synchronisé
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fenfen
Points +54
mufftastic - Edit
Muffins muffins muffins, don't forget to try the muffins
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sglcklch
Points +3713
A pleasant surprise - Edit
Had dinner here a few days back. Got the burger off the specials, the cannelloni, and the banana split for dessert. Everything was tasty. Portions were pretty generous. Service was friendly. I didn't have high expectations coming in but color me surprised!
Read morePros: yummy food, generous portions
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katerinkus
Points +103
Excquisite flavours - Edit
The atmosphere is very relaxing and pleasant. Food is quite unique (at least for me, a not a raw vegan). Even though their portions may look small they are surprisingly filling.
Read morePros: Refreshing, Interesting, Great atmosphere and service
Cons: none
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oppergoeroe
Points +196
Great restaurant - Edit
Had a very good dude smoothie and vegan pancakes. Proper breakfast!
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Stephmtl
Points +51
Amazing! - Edit
Best vegan restaurant in Vancouver in my opinion. The quiche is soo tasty.
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NWVeganskater
Points +73
Is what is - Edit
Very good food. Had a great experience.
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DRG
Points +65
Over the top AMAZING - Edit
I visited Zend twice during my 3 day stay in Vancouver and all of the food that I ordered was delicious, beautifully presented, and fresh!
Read morePros: Fresh, Friendly staff, Cozy
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GlennFraser
Points +338
Superior Vegan Adventure - Edit
From its tasteful décor, through to its original menu and genuinely wonderful staff, this place really is an experience to savour. Plus, the kava menu is intriguing and well worth investigating. Do yourself a favour.
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sammyboycebal
Points +31
So unique and delicious! - Edit
I love this place. I have been for both brunch and lunch and really liked the options. Everything on the menu is so healthy and different. It's nice to go for vegan food that isn't just rice bowls :P I went with carnivores and they were a little put off by some of the mock-egg and mock-meat brunch options, so maybe tread lightly if bringing people along for brunch. We LOVED the Zend cards, though, and sat around for so long playing them - please make them available for sale!
Read morePros: Healthy, Unique , VEGAN
Cons: A little expensive
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rocknkat
Points +13
wonderful - Edit
Very nice modern vegan restaurant.
Read moreYou can feel the positive energy as soon as you walk in the door. The staff are vey friendly and the food is delicious and nutritious.
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traveljunkie00
Points +291
Feeling adventurous? - Edit
If you want to try something different, Zend Conscious will provide that. If you want predictable flavors or are taking out veggie newbies, I wouldn't recommend it. We had the cheese board, beet benny, and quiche. Definitely fresh and healthy.
Read morePros: Healthy, Unique
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mep
Points +509
Yummy Food, but Tiny Menu - Edit
I may have offended our server when I asked if these 8 dishes were the entire menu, but I asked with good reason - the menu is so limited! While the food was good, portions were small and I left a little unsatisfied. Seems like a cool ambience, although I was not impressed with the food (the most important part!)
Read moreCons: Limited menu, Small portions
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Ryecatcher
Points +2222
Affordable high-end experience - Edit
Even though I had the address, I passed Zend Conscious Lounge looking for it because it just look so much like a sophisticated steak restaurant or maybe like a really upscale Japanese restaurant from the outside. And yet it's so easy to find it: where the fire is.
Read moreI ordered a three-course set menu and started with a zend drink that was commended to me by my waiter. It was served in a small wooden cup and it had a very strong, intense taste; it tasted somewhat like expensive wood, it seemed to me as if the cup and the beverage were the same thing just one solid and the other one liquid; but it's more likely that zend drink contained mainly ginger.
So the ambiance is absolutely delightful, the interior is done up very nicely. The party games on each table are a great idea! Furthermore the staff was most friendly, attentive and knowledgeable.
Lastly the food would pass the highest quality and freshness standards. The servings weren't that big, but (besides good looking) quite filling. I have to admit that it hit the spot, but on the other hand wasn't outstanding. Some of the ingredients weren't my favorites (such as ginger), so after all it was fine but could have been better (according to my particular taste).
Finally, well, a high-end restaurant like this is expensive, that goes without saying, hence I won't complain about that. I found it a bit weird that everything was gluten-free (why would anybody want that?), but that's basically all I have to criticize.
Don't know about Wi-Fi, but probably they do have.
Even though the food could be more delicious (according to my taste) I couldn't possibly give any other rating than five cows, that's as clear as day.
Pros: delightful ambiance and interior, very attentive staff!, great concept
Cons: expensive
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erikabooyah
Points +75
Love the smoothie - Edit
We ordered the tropical bliss smoothie which was really amazing. We also shared the nacho cheese dip and the sushi roll. Everything was great but nothing extraordinary. Our waiter was extremely friendly as well.
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Wheat-free Vegan
Points +183
Zend you're doing it right! - Edit
Zend Conscious Lounge is the best yet to discover vegan restaurant in the heart of Yaletown on Mainland Street. It's east to spot with great signage and visible fire pit right outside the main window. There is ample seating in cozy u-shaped booths, warm lighting and an overall relaxing atmosphere. The staff are welcoming, attentive and intuitive. Food aside it was them that made this the best dining out experience we've had in the area in 8 years. The food was all delicious, beautifully presented and very satisfying. A live band playing New Orleans inspired music kept us there longer than we had planned on staying. Can't wait to go back and highly recommend Zend to anyone looking for the perfect dinging experience. I have no doubt that this will become the place to be for vegans and foodies alike.
Read morePros: Amazing staff, Beautiful delicious food, Warm and welcoming atmosphere
Cons: Parking not always easy
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