Cafe Sunflower Buckhead

★★★★☆ 4.3 (783) • $$

"After 23 years of living in Atlanta, I finally made it to Cafe Sunflower. This is an Atlanta institution for vegan food, a cuisine I admittedly don't seek out, hence why it took me so long to get here. As an omnivore, I really enjoyed the food. There's a reason this place has been around so long and is so beloved. They know how to make great restaurant-quality vegan food. As far as vegan restaurants go, I think this is one that sets the standard. Thus, five stars.The first Cafe Sunflower originally opened in Sandy Springs in 1994: https://www.yelp.com/biz/cafe-sunflower-sandy-springs-atlanta. That location unfortunately closed in 2020 due to the pandemic: https://www.facebook.com/cafesunflowersandysprings/posts/pfbid02p5PRhJUqKagL91j3zXRt5kwYBpKRzt5HgBhtvFkWeTJTH6vHjhP9aW29UKxu3gmAl. This Buckhead location opened in 1997. It's located in the two-story Brookwood Square shopping center, next door to Houston's. In 2014, the restaurant moved to a bigger space, but stayed in the same shopping center: https://www.tonetoatl.com/2014/04/planned-apartments-force-cafe-sunflower.html. I remember the old space which was tucked away from Peachtree Street. The current location faces Peachtree.We visited on an ordinary Tuesday night. The restaurant was moderately busy with a combination of dine-in and takeout orders. The clientele was diverse. Young, old, families, solo diners, large groups, date nights, etc. The space is sizable and simply-yet-tastefully decorated. There are multiple indoor dining areas plus a small, uncovered, pet-friendly, outdoor patio. Plenty of parking was available next to the restaurant, though I could see the lot being more congested at lunchtime due to the other businesses at Brookwood Square.One thing that I think is great about Cafe Sunflower is the variety of menu offerings in both food and drink. They offer vegan versions of all sorts of ethnic cuisines, from Orzo Eggplant Lasagna ($20) to Spicy Pad Thai Noodles ($21). Drink-wise, they have fresh juices, plant-based milks, coffee, tea, wine, and beer. Below is what I had (all prices listed were at the time of our visit).Red Wine (also on the blackboard specials at the entrance)* House Sangria ($10) - seasonalStarters* Avocado Spring Rolls ($12) - crispy wrapper, cilantro, aioli* Quesadilla ($15) - white mushroom, spinach, yellow onion, vegan cheese, guacamoleEntrees* Fettuccini Alfredo ($21) - fettuccine pasta, shiitake mushroom, green beans, red bell pepper, asparagus, cashew Alfredo sauce* Gyro Wrap ($18) - marinated seitan, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, feta, tzatziki sauce, vegan cheese, pita wrap, friesDessert* Raspberry Chocolate Mousse ($9 slice)* Carrot Cake ($9 slice)I had to get the House Sangria after seeing it on the specials menu on the way in. While not significantly different from other sangrias I've had, it was still tasty and refreshing. It also went well with all of the dishes I tried.Off the bat, I was pleasantly surprised by the Avocado Spring Rolls and Quesadilla. Just terrific quality and flavor all around. Wonderful color too. Generally, the dish presentation popped here. The Avocado Spring Rolls were fresh and hearty. Delectably crispy on the outside and filled with plenty of avocado on the inside. The Quesadilla was packed with cheesy goodness and umami. I believe Cafe Sunflower's Quesadilla can rival just about any other restaurant's quesadilla, vegan or not. It was that good. Generous portion sizes here too.I'm a fan of Fettuccini Alfredo in general. Cafe Sunflower's version was excellent. Normally made with butter and Parmesan cheese, my friend and I were really impressed with how smooth, creamy, and authentically-delicious the cashew Alfredo sauce was. It was really good. The noodle texture was just right too. We were trying to decide between this entree and the Bacon Beyond Burger ($19). We went with the pasta after our server told us how heavy the burger was.I had been eyeing the Gyro Wrap on the menu before our visit. I had to get it. Out of all the dishes we tried, this one tasted the least like its non-vegan counterpart. The reason why is because of the seitan. While the slices looked just like traditional gyro meat, the taste and texture were quite different. The pita was also a little hard and overcooked. The fries were less seasoned and oily (the latter, a good thing). All that said, I didn't regret ordering this dish and I still enjoyed it.Cafe Sunflower is also known for their cakes, so we had to try some. They offered five kinds when we visited. Slices of each kind were in a display at the check-in counter. Both the Raspberry Chocolate Mousse and the Carrot Cake that we got were fantastic. These were large, rich, high-quality slices that we couldn't stop eating. The Carrot Cake had a moist, appetizing consistency while the Mousse was thick, sweet, and creamy.Jose was our server. He did a good job.Like the thousands that have come before me, I recommend this place."

Soul Vegetarian No 2

★★★★☆ 3.7 (472) • $$

"I went with a friend to try this spot while in town. Parking was free and in close proximity. It was close to closing so there were just a few people in the restaurant. I ordered Kalebone sandwich and roasted potatoes. First of all, those potatoes were fire. They were really good. The sandwich was extremely good and filling. I didn't eat the entire sandwich but finished it later. It was a good experience. I could try other menu items again when in town."

Madras Mantra

★★★★☆ 4.1 (373) • $$

"I've been to the Marietta location, but this was my first time here. There are of course numerous other Indian restaurants in the area, but this one offers a distinctive and large South Indian menu that I think is well worth trying. It wasn't the most amazing service experience as they were struggling to open up on time and no one was rushing over to take my order, but the food itself delivered.I'd never had an idli in chaat form, but that delivered an interesting experience heavy on the yogurt. Of their numerous dosas, I ordered the house special, and it was indeed a special filling with delightful black chickpeas, mung bean sprouts, fried noodles, and all manner of flavors. And that's before you start adding in the chutneys and sambar. These things are an embarrassment of riches when done right. So much flavor."

Local Green Atlanta

★★★★☆ 4.3 (297) • $$

"Local Green Atlanta is definitely one of my personal favorites. I enjoy that they offer healthy options. My husband hadn't tried it before, so we opted to go for dinner one night. The cashier was helpful and insightful. The decor was cute and fun. I love the play on names with the menu items. We ordered the lizzo and Kingston lemonade, along with the urban legend shrimp Philly and badu kale/quinoa wrap with shrimp. Everything from our lemonade to our entrees was really delicious. The food came out hot and fresh. It does take a minute to receive your food, but they're cooking it fresh to order. However, we enjoyed the music and unlimited refills of lemonade while we waited. We will definitely be back again to try some other items on the menu!"

Velvet Taco - Interlock

★★★★☆ 4.2 (303) • $$

"This might be my new favorite taco spot!! We stopped by after going to Puttshack. You order and the cashier and then sit at the table. Once your food is ready they call your name and say some catch phrase that I can't remember right now. My food was really good!! Started with 4 tacos and then ordered two more. Yep, 6 tacos. I was being greedy and 3 tacos is plenty. Mediterranean mushroom - I thought this would be would be the fave so I ordered two of these the first round. Pretty good but didn't have as much flavor as the other two. The French fries weren't actual fries, which was a little disappointing lol. The dill had me wanted more of it! Nashville Hot Tofu - this was my favorite. The crispiness of the fried tofu was perfect. The napa slaw and pickles were perfectly paired and the sauce was good. Spicy but pretty flavorful. Beer battered Cauliflower - I thought this would be my least favorite but I loved this one too. They did the flavor right! Ordered without the queso. Cauliflower was perfect with the flavor and crunch factor. It had a good bit toppings which I'm a fan of. The avocado added a nice creaminess and went well with the different textures."

Curry Up Now

★★★★☆ 4.3 (263) • $$

"The first time I visited Curry Up Now, I was immediately impressed by the vibrant atmosphere and friendly service. The second visit confirmed that this is a place worth returning to. On both occasions, my meal exceeded expectations, leaving me eager to explore more of their menu.While I can't recall exactly what my friends ordered, I do remember how engrossed I was in my own dish. The flavors were bold and authentic, showcasing a perfect balance of spices. The portions were generous, ensuring that every bite was satisfying. Curry Up Now has consistently delivered a delightful dining experience. Whether you're a fan of traditional Indian cuisine or looking to try something new, you'll find something to make you happy here."

Soul Vegetarian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (279)

"Convenient west side location; this restaurant was a great option for my vegetarian appetite. I was greeted with a warm welcome upon entry which is always a nice touch (especially for an ATLien. The hot buffet style options were behind a glass & served by kitchen staff. I chose greens, yams and mac-n-cheese. This vegetarian dinner included a small garden salad that was paired with a delicious dressing. Everything was superb! Very filling but bit in a heavy senae. I saved my 2 soft baked cookies for the day after and they were on point as well. I'll be back next time I'm in the A for sure. My only complaint is the restroom could have used some attention. ~Christy"

Chat Patti Indian Vegetarian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (214)

"Been a family favorite for years, there's some remodeling on the facade so it is covered but the restaurant is still open 11 am-9.30 pm Mon-Sun. It is closed on Wednesday. Come get your Indian street food fix here, the quality of food is exceptional. Very authentic, the staff is helpful, hospitable and quick. The ambiance is casual and it is great for groups."

Life Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.7 (242) • $$

"Ordered to-go, from inside the restaurant and was greeted by a friendly worker.The menu is extensive so it took me a while to review it. The menu is only on one kiosk or online.I ordered the Lobster Bisque appetizer and it was bomb. Not one note for improvement. A+The Portobello Rasta Pasta needed more salt and more mushrooms. BThe Kale Wrap was a huge miss. It was small and bland. DI would most definitely eat here again, but I would order in advance. The wait time is a little extreme."

Thai Chili

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (268) • $$

"We were so pleasantly surprised by the quality, flavor, and freshness of our recent takeout order from Thai Chili, which made for a perfect Friday evening in. Her pad see u with tofu, egg, and broccoli was delicious and not too oily, whereas my red curry with tofu and eggplant was light but flavorful. We rounded out our order with crispy fried tofu with sweet chili sauce, a nice, clean green papaya salad, and flaky and rich roti for dipping. In a town replete with really good Thai options, Thai Chili is now at the top of my list for delicious and fresh takeout."

Zubi’s Taco Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (133)

Curry Up Now

★★★★☆ 4.3 (141) • $$

"I've been to Curry Up Now in Alpharetta, so decided to check out this Madison Yards location. There's free parking in the deck next door. It's fast casual, so we placed our orders at the counter before seating ourselves. The inside was very clean and had tons of space and seating. For 3 people, we went family-style and split the samosa chaat, 1 burnt chili garlic naan, pani puri, chicken 69, and vada pav. The food came out super fast which I appreciated! The samosa chaat was pretty flavorful, although I do prefer having the samosas already broken up and mixed. The naan was a little dry and not as fluffy as I would have liked. The pani puri was delicious and I loved the flavor of the vada pav and the buttery pav! The highlight of the meal though was the chicken 69. Hands down some of the best chicken 65 takes I've had. It was flavorful and had a great crunch on the breading. Overall, love both locations I've been to and can't wait to try more off the menu!"

Chelsea's Bakery & Vegetarian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (131) • $$

"I was in the area for Fingerprinting & saw that I was pretty close to Chelsea's that I bookmarked ions ago. I like the concept of a buffet-style food, yet everything seemed to be heavily seasoned with Curry this & that. I got the BBQ Tofu & after a few bites, I was done. The Noodles reminded me of Rice a Roni, not a homemade Noodle dish & did nothing for me, same with the over charred Brussels Sprouts. I did eat all of the Mac & Cheese, yet it had a little too much Saffron or Curry as well. For a Bakery, the display case was limited & the Banana Bread was hard as a rock. 3rd star for the drinks, smoothies & Sea Moss. Service was rushed with the employee not really offering suggestions or guidance.I won't return."

Madras Mantra

★★★★☆ 4.2 (111) • $$

"Looks aren't everything! = Ambiance is bland. There's nothing wrong with it but nothing to write home about neither. = My recent enthusiasm for uttapam lead to this MM visit. Unfortunately it was disappointing. It was probably the most bland Indian food I've had in 20 years! This is supposedly South Indian! My vegetarian Indian friend got their dosa and said his dish too was mediocre. Baffling is the Yelp rating. + Price is reasonable ++ Service is prompt and friendly.+ Parking is a shared lotPerhaps it was an off night and I may give them another try.MY RATINGS- - - Inhumane- - Disgusted- Don't bother= Missed the Mark+ Good++ Better+++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been all my LiFe!"

Gokul Sweets

★★★★☆ 3.5 (125)

"When I was out looking for a drink after dinner, I came across Gokul Sweets and really didn't know it existed. I mean, there's ANOTHER Gokul Sweets location not even a mile away in the Patel Plaza. This location is closer to Cherians.I came on a Thursday evening right before they closed, and man, the colors! There's just so many snacks that range from the hot pink to the bright yellow, and they all catch your eye. My drinks plan went out the window and I decided to start selecting sweets from their displays. Tonight I got:Badam Tarbooz x 1 ($9.99/lb)Pista Barfi x 1 ($7.99/lb)Coconut Barfi x 1 ($7.99/lb)Kaju Pista Katri x 1 ($9.99/lb)Dry fruit milk shake x 1 ($5.50)Running down the list of desserts, the Badam Tarbooz was delicious! It looked like a small little slice of watermelon, and guess what? It TASTES like a little slice of watermelon. I laughed when I bit into it, shared some with my mom and sister, and they both laughed too. It's not at all what you expect, but it's dang good!The Pista (Green color) and Coconut (yellow color) Barfi squares are both very rich, and flavor of both are also really good. The pista is pistachio and the Coconut is, well, coconut. Both have sliced almonds covering them. I think I preferred the coconut one more of these two.The Kaju pista katri is also a pistachio flavored snack that is almost a tiny diamond shaped sandwich. You can peel these apart and eat each individual layer. I think the pistachio flavor here wasn't as pronounced but it also wasn't bad. Still, this was my least favorite snack.The Dry Fruit milk shake was surprisingly really good. Very slightly sweet, and filled with finely chopped nuts including cashew, pistachio and almond as well as spices that made me smile. If you like a sugary sweet drink, this may not be for you, but luckily they have several drinks to choose from.In addition to all the sweets i'm talking about, don't sleep on their actual meals. Gokul sweets throws down with all sorts of traditional indian and not so traditional dishes. I tried none of them this visit, but due tho their tues-thurs specials they mentioned to me, i'll be back to try them.Located off of Dekalb industrial way, right across the street from Waffle house, just before you reach Scott Blvd., it's a small little parking lot but you should be able to find a spot. Getting in and out aren't too bad either.I don't have anything bad to say about Gokul Sweets. I'm just sad that I didn't find it earlier"

Envegan

★★★★☆ 3.7 (86)

"Been seeing Envegan in other locations across town, so I was glad to see this one at Camp Creek Marketplace. I am not vegan or vegetarian, but I like trying new things, so here we are. I have only tried the Black Bean Burrito and strawberry lemonade which were great, but they do offer a nice menu of sandwiches, burgers, bowls and other lighter fare items. Think: quinoa, kale, spinach, smoothies. The flavors are all there and I can't wait to try more items!"

Planta Queen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (53)

"Beautiful restaurant! This is the nicest vegan restaurant I've been to in GA! Ambiance is on point! Many different photo ops throughout the restaurant! Food was fabulous! I tried the bang bang broccoli, the 1000 layer potatoes, crispy rice and the kombucha mojito.Service was just ok they seemed overwhelmed and understaffed. At one point we had two servers coming over asking what we needed and saying oh you didn't order anything but the order was provided to the other staff member. It was confusing for everyone. Regardless of the service the food and ambiance has me sold. I'll be back soon!"

Kailash Parbat Decatur

★★★★☆ 3.6 (50) • $$

"There are four vegetarian Indian restaurants in this plaza at present. This one is notable for being upstairs and upscale. Numerous signs stated to take the elevator up to this restaurant, but it was down so one had to walk up some stairs. It was open on a holiday, but unsurprisingly busy. I got takeout, but there were chairs and tables unused on the balcony outdoors.They promoted their chole bhatura as being a signature item, and they did a great job with it. Even in takeout, an extra contained with pickled onions, a bit of chili pepper, and a lemon to squeeze were included. The chickpeas themselves were warmly spiced and bursting with flavor, and although I didn't get a really giant bread, two breads of reasonable size made for a large portion overall. I added a veg manchow soup, which came with separate crunchy noodles. It was salty and delivered a flavor fix that allowed me to skip the nearby Indo-Chinese place.They did forget my soup, but I wasn't too concerned about it as they rectified this quickly and it was a busy day for them. I wasn't sold on them being the best of many restaurants nearby, but I'd certainly like to come back."

Silver's Delight

★★★☆☆ 3 (65) • $$

"I never patronized this place until they started coming to my job in Gwinett as part of this food service named Fooda. Once a week they travel from East Point to Gwinett to sell/serve a set menu. I intially started off wity the carrot cake. It was very good. Not overly sweet and definitely not dry. The next time they came I decided to get the Jerk Chicken, rice and peas and cabbage. I felt like I wasted my money. The portions were skimpy for the money they charging. They give you a dab of rice and a dab of cabbage. It doesn't even fill the space in the plate. The chicken was excessively dry and overcooked not to mention so hot I couldn't really taste the flavor of the jerk seasoning. The cabbage was raw. Please stop serving raw cabbage. It is not coleslaw. And whatever you do put a decent amount of food on the plate. You guys come once a week yet you still hold back on the portions. Furthermore I live 2 miles from your restaurant and would love to be a regular because you are in my community and you are black owned but not if I'm not getting my money's worth. Just food for thought. I would love to try your food again and brag about it. Many employees complain about the same thing."

Chopt Creative Salad Co.

★★★★☆ 3.5 (46)

"I 100% like this location better than my previous Chopt. Akman was amazing and really helpful to my pallet when I asked about the seasonal items.Typically when I go to other locations and ask their opinion, they don't really give me any feedback and just let me know they'll be back with me. I live in N Druid Hills area now and will travel to this location more often just based on my interaction with him and how pleasant he was. Also this location was a lot cleaner with their salad stations. 10/10"

Yummy’s Vegan Take Out

★★★★★ 4.7 (20)

"Yummy's is the appropriate name for this hidden gem in Stone Mountain. We were spending our annual time away at evergreen resort and found them on Yelp - I'm a Yelper Ambassador! The Yelp reviews were a big help and definitely made it easier for us to decide on what we wanted and how the interaction would be with the family. The customer service was great, the family was very nice and the baby was adorable. Now the food, we both played it safe for our first meal and ordered the burrito, samosas and spring rolls. Everything was really good, except the spring rolls were a little to greasy for us. Because we enjoyed our first experience we went back again the next day and this time we were ready to dive into some other options. My wife had the nachos and I ordered the mushroom burger. Both were amazing!! However, the nachos were over the top with the spicy homemade salsa. The sweet potato fries were some of the best I have ever had, so definitely make sure you try them and let me know your thoughts. We are definitely putting Yummy's on our top list of vegan spots for us to eat at on a regular basis. I look forward to them adding some seating or moving to a larger location."

Jay Bhavani Atlanta

★★★★☆ 4.1 (16)

"Writing this review has left me feeling a bit conflicted. On one hand, I absolutely adored the ambiance and the service at this place. The food was served promptly, which was a plus. However, when it came to the dishes themselves, I wasn't entirely satisfied. The vada pav, to my delight, surpassed my expectations and left me wanting more. However, other items fell short of the mark. The pav bhaji lacked the traditional flavor I was hoping for, and the rajma-paratha was not good. On the bright side, the sandwiches were absolutely delicious. This dilemma leaves me unsure about the rating to give, as I would lean towards a 3.5, but alas, that option is unavailable. In the end, I'll settle for a 4-star rating. If you decide to give this place a try, I highly recommend going for the vada pav and sandwiches, as they are truly exceptional."

Vegan Wangs

★★★★☆ 4.2 (9)

"When I ended up in South Atlanta at an airport hotel for the night, I used the yelp! app to look for vegan food options and ended up ordering through the app. I ordered the wing plate which had 5 wings and potato salad for $22. Pretty steep for wings, but crossed my fingers they were worth it. When the food arrived by doordash late, the food was room temp, not starting off the best I thought. But once I tasted the wings, all was forgiven (almost). The wings are absolutely the best. Tender, crunchy on the out side, and remarkably, very filling. Since I had the food delivered, I can not speak of the ambiance or the staff. Next time in Atlanta I will definitely pop in the restaurant to eat in and try the food hot."