I'm updated my review to reflect a recent takeout dining experience. A couple weeks ago, we ordered 2 salads, and 2 sandwiches. We ordered pickup. Upon arrival to our house, the order was incorrect, whoopsie! We called back and the waiter who answered mentioned that we had accidentally taken a staff meal home. None of our to-go boxes were labeled. How could anyone know? This is a rookie mistake. It's been a while since this Goblin worked in food, but that's a non-negotiable. Especially given a place that prides itself on catering to restricted diets and lifestyles. This is exactly how you let a pumpkin seed slide into a seed allergy order. Instead of letting us keep the meal, she asked us to bring it back to the restaurant. We were happy to do so. Everyone deserves to eat. Should we have kept it for ourselves? We bring the food back, and the waiter explains that there was a mixup, and apologized. They handed us another to-go box (which wasn't labeled) and tried to end the conversation. "Have a good night!" We had to then explain to this waiter that our wives demanded something in return for the error, which was true. The waiter/bartender had a puzzled look on their face. Customer? Demanding I make something right? In my workplace?! A direct statement void of passivity about the quality of my service? With conditions? The audacity! We live in a world where we, the customer, bring back your incorrect order for you, waste our time, and we just get a, "thanks, have a good night!" This goblin had to claw his way up the ranks pillaging for gold which doesn't come easy. Everyone knows food cost in Seattle went up ~%46 since 2019. Wages haven't. We told the waiter our wives wanted a slice of cake. The waiter was shook by our audacity, and moved towards the fridge behind the bar to consult with two chefs who were shutting it down. We were arriving near/at close on a Monday. The other two chefs body language exuded "just give them the rest of the cake". There was a couple moments of pause and hushed conversation. The waiter pulled out a large serving plate with only a small chunk of Chocolate Mousse Cake left. Instead of putting that into a box, apologizing, and fixing the problem. They conferred about the legitimacy of our claim with the chefs. Hesitantly, they cut the cake into a small slice, put it in a box (which wasn't labeled) and handed it to us. What's hilarious is that they would leave such a small piece going into the next day of prep. Why not just 86 it right there? Why was it so hard for this person to acknowledge they made a mistake, and do something kind for us in return? The chefs clearly understood these fundamental building blocks of customer service, had they not been there in the front of house, I'm sure the waiter would've made an excuse to not remedy the situation. From all of my years in food service, if something is wrong, you make it right, end of story. By owning the error, you keep your integrity. Even a small gesture like 10% off one item, between the hours of 7:35pm- 7:45pm every third Monday, however inconsequential and trivial, makes people feel like you've made things right. These basics need to be addressed with FOH staff. With food cost nearing the price of rent each month in Seattle, customers should feel empowered to speak their mind respectfully. My only reason for going into excruciating detail is the hope that this can be a teaching moment, and more people can eradicate passivity. Passivity is a threat to community, culture, service, and so many other integral parts of our society. It's OK to disagree in public. It's OK to check someone. It's OK to tell your server "No, honestly, it wasn't that good, here's why..". When we deny the truth about our experiences for fear of disrupting the status quo, we withhold an essential part of building stronger, more diverse and resilient communities. "Goblin D, don't you think this is a bit too deep for a food review?" No, and if you've made it this far, the two stars are for the two chefs who made sure we got our cake. read more

Loved the portobello french dip sandwich! Lots of shrooms, cooked perfectly and very well seasoned. My spouse said the barbecue sandwich made with tempeh was good but not great. My friend very much enjoyed the tofu bahn you. Although we all really enjoyed the nachos, they were not what I expected. I expected cashew cheese sauce that was cheesy tasting. It was very different from that but tasted great. The lentils and tomatos were very well seasoned. They are not spicy but are yummy. The kale salad was good but I have had a better vegan one in SF. The service was friendly but slow. On the plus side, there was zero pressure to rush. I look forward to going here again when I am next in town. I want to try the mac and cheese and one of their pretty cocktails. read more

BoxBar has been on our list of vegan places to try for forever and a day. We made it out that way this weekend and our experience lived up to everything we've heard about them!! The pasta was amazingly tender, cooked to perfection. There was a lot of flavor and depth in each bite, more of a deliciously earthy mac and cheese as opposed to maybe a velveety smooth creamy type. The Jalapeño poppers were amazing. I've always associated poppers with a crusted fried topping but these were bold, going in a different direction. The jalapeños were fresh and soft to the bite, easy to cut with the side of a fork, loaded with components such as cashew cheddar, crema, avocado sauce, sweet pickled jalapeños, pico and cabbage slaw - all coming together perfectly in each bite (i'm utilizing their menu description) For the main dish, Sandi ordered the "Smokey Barbecue" which came with a complimentary side of chips and I ordered the Portobello French Dip and upgraded my side to a Side Salad for an extra $4. Each dish, every bite was delicious, even something as simple as a side salad was elevated with their Ginger Tahini dresing. Dipping the Portobello Sandwich into the Dip was just .. magical. We also both opted for the same drink, South Park Mule. The drink was legit, in addition to tasting great, I actually had a buzz as well .. indicating to me they didn't skimp on the adult juice Their food is amazing across the board and there's so much more to go back and try! Definitely worth the trip!! read more

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Wonderful food. So fresh. The cocktails were so lovely too! Will definitely be back. Welcoming atmosphere. read more

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This place is decent. The staff was friendly and the location was cool. The food was all right, them mac and cheese was a large portion. In my opinion. I thought it was a little bland personally. Everything was decent though. read more

Excellent vegan spot in west Seattle that even your non-vegan friends will love! Their tempeh BLT was exceptional. Also, the winery next door allows you to order their food in while you are at the winery! They also have fun entertainment- went for a drag show that was really enjoyable! Fantastic seasonal dessert specials. It's not that complicated- vegan food done well can be just as delicious as food with animal products! And box bar does it right! read more

Friendly service these nachos were shockingly good I didn't think I could get full without a pile of meat, but these nachos prove me wrong! Ambiance was easygoing, we felt like we could talk and laugh. Wr also tried the sliders which were pretty good. I appreciate the unique menu here! read more

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We came early on a Wednesday afternoon around 4:30 pm and it was a great time to come! They weren't busy and there was plenty of seating to choose from. Our server was very nice and attentive, and the food was phenomenal! I am ashamed it took us so long to try this place and now I want to come back ASAP! I love everything I ordered. I got the Key Lime Pie cocktail which was nice and strong and super tasty. If you like key lime pie you will love it. I also got the Portobello French Dip with the Kale Salad. OMG I think it was the best French dip I've ever had. Soooo good! I think there is something for everyone here, but you will especially love it if you're vegetarian or vegan. I'd like to bring our dogs and sit outside sometime. It's nice to have that option. It's small inside, but there is a variety of seating...3 booths, some tables and chairs, and bar seating. We will be back for sure! read more

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First time here and it was great! I'm sad it's so far because it's so tasty We got the po boy and the TLAT (or whatever it was - tempeh blta) and split them and they were delicious. The flavors were superb, the bread was great, and the chips were tasty! The server was really nice and helpful and gave us tips ...mostly said everything was good, which it was. I love that everything is vegan. I was eyeing up the vegan nachos and may have to get them and the chocolate mousse next time. read more

Had a delicious brunch here with some friends! I had the Biscuit Benny and they had the Avocado Toast and Tofu Rancheros. Everything was flavorful. I'm not vegan and eggs benedict is my favorite brunch food so I was a bit nervous about trying vegan eggs for the first time. I need not have worried - these were so good! We also had the Bloody Mary and Key Lime Pie drinks. The Key Lime cocktail wasn't too sweet. The Bloody Mary was perfection - it comes with a little beer on the side as well! read more

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Fabulous 100% vegan restaurant and bar in West Seattle. Food was delicious and beautiful and enjoyed by this foursome of 2 vegans and 2 omnivores. Service was excellent and the vibe was perfect. There is also a drag show later in the evening but unfortunately for my old @$$ it was past my bedtime. Will definitely be coming back here! read more

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We had a really good time at Box Bar, a plant-based diner in West Seattle. Although I am a vegetarian, it wouldn't have been my first choice, but I'm glad I tried it. We started with the whipped tofu feta, mac and cheese, and nachos as starters. I have a texture issue (things that are too creamy and white/off white aren't generally my favorite), and there are a lot of saucy substances in the food. For my dish, I had the tofu bahn you, but got it without the mayo, which made the sandwich dry (I should have asked for a thai chili sauce on the side, which is 100% my fault). The service was great, the environment was cozy, and the prices were fairly affordable for vegan cuisine. I'd definitely recommend Box Bar, although it wasn't for me. read more

This is where I get my favorite salad ever. I never get tired of it. It's the vegan kale Caesar and I add marinated tofu and tempeh bacon and it's a little slice of flavor paradise for me when I get it home. Or the times I sit in and have it I'll often also grab a tasty cocktail from the bar. The one I enjoy most is made with aquafaba ("Aquafaba (/kwfb/) is the viscous water in which legume seeds such as chickpeas have been cooked. Its use in cuisine was the discovery of the French musician Joël Roessel. Due to its ability to mimic functional properties of egg whites in cooking, aquafaba can be used as a direct replacement for them in some cases, including meringues and marshmallows. It is especially suitable for use by people who avoid eggs, such as vegans and people with egg allergies."), which makes a really convincing and satisfying cocktail foam for the classic fizzes. I love it here. The folks are lovely, the food is tasty and the vibe is warm and cozy. And the food is vegan. It's a great combo that I love for my neighborhood. read more

This is a hidden vegan gem in Seattle, and easily in the top tier of vegan restaurants in Seattle. Both my wife and I are vegan. We had an earlier dinner on a Saturday night prior to seeing a show a half-mile down the street at ArtsWest. (pro tip to Seattleites like us who don't live in West Seattle... this is a great place for a pre-show dinner; also, there is a nearly empty pay parking lot by Rite Aid half way between the restaurant and ArtsWest.) We had the lentil nachos, pizza salad (not on the menu on the web site), a brownie butterfinger sundae (also not on the menu on the web site), and some sort of mocktail with aquafaba that was not on the in-restaurant menu or the web site's menu. Everything really goes on about the lentil nachos, and while they were good, the star of the show was the pizza salad. It consisted of two heads of romaine lettuce, with a cheezy sauce, seitan pepperoni, chickpeas, and roasted tomatoes. Incredibly unique, tasted great, and the flavors worked well. The mocktail was also awesome. In addition to aquafaba, it had simple syrup, some sort of sour... and something else that I can't remember. The aquafaba elevated the drink; I don't know why more places don't use it as an ingredient in mocktails. Great egg white replacer in mocktails. We're going to come back in the future and check out the various sandwiches as well, which all look good. Price-wise it's cheaper than what we're used to paying in Seattle. Generally, when we each have a drink and split an appetizer, entree, and dessert, we expect to pay well over $100 with 25% tip. Our check here came to $90-ish with $25 tip (and post-dinner coffee). The entrees are priced slightly less than what we'd expect, and the mocktails were very inexpensive (for Seattle) at $8 a pop. Ambiance is nice. It's a casual bar, with outdoor seating. We sat outdoors, but I'm not sure if that's the best choice, because the cars roar by. Inside there were a handful of booths and some tables. I wish they offered reservations, but on Saturday night at 5:45 pm it was busy but that there was no wait. Service was good, particularly since we were outside. Server came fairly quickly after we sat down, took our drink order, and when came back to take our food arrive. Drinks and food arrived quickly. He checked in once while we were eating, and then came back when we were finishing up with dinner to take our dessert order. This has definitely become our go-to place for West Seattle! read more

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Went here with some friends last night. I really liked the drinks. We tried a couple of them but I can only remember the name of 2 of them: gimme and lemongrass party. All of the drinks were pretty good and well priced for $12 with a good amount of alcohol in each without tasting absolutely horrible. I especially liked gimme because it was vodka with cucumber and lime so it quite refreshing and light. We also got the house salad ($8-10) and queso with chips ($10). Neither were amazing but ok to snack on. We didn't finish those dishes either. The interior is very cozy and intimate. It's a little small and can fill up fast. Service was quick and kind. She checked in on us a couple times throughout the night which I appreciated. Overall I'd come here again for alcoholic drinks. read more

The food is amazing, the cocktails are perfect and unique, but the best part about Box Bar is the service. George is the best and manages such a spectacular team! They are friendly and accommodating, whether you are dining in or taking to go ! read more

We finally tried Box Bar for dinner and it was fantastic! I always thought this place was just a random wine bar (and I don't drink). It is a bar that serves wine, but they also have a fully plant based (vegan) menu with many interesting items. I ordered the TBLTA (tempeh bacon, greens, tomato, english cucumber, guacamole, and lemon mayo on lightly toasted sourdough bread). It normally comes with potato chips on the side, but I chose the house salad instead (extra $3). I'm a meat eater, so I didn't think my sandwich tasted anything like a traditional BLT, but it was delicious nonetheless. I also really liked the salad because the dressing was so good and I thought the portion was generous. My husband had the Smoky Barbecue sandwich (barbecue tempeh and cabbage slaw on a ciabatta roll) and swapped the chips for the soup of the day (Smoky lentil soup). He loved his sandwich and said it was really flavorful. I generally think lentils are boring, but I tasted the soup and it was amazing. During Covid-19 they are open for indoor dining. We eat early, so the place was pretty empty when we were there. Our server was friendly and attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. We would definitely come back for dinner but they also started serving brunch on Saturdays (10 AM - 2 PM), so we are also interested in checking that out! read more

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Hidden gem in West Seattle! Fun neighborhood spot. I lean vegetarian but found the the vegan faire here exceptional. Especially enjoyed the mushroom French Dip. Definitely worth a visit. read more

People often think that vegan food cannot be tasty. You are wrong and box bar process it! I had their nachos be aware it is huge so you better share but you kinda don't want to . Service was great and very laid back vibes. read more

I'm not vegan but I love it here the food is great and you will love it! The service is great! and the inside of the bar/restaurant is very well put together! read more

The food is good, but the drinks are just ok. Given the price of the cocktails, I'd say the they aren't worth it. However the food is SUPER good. read more

We love the box bar, especially the kale salad. But the 2 we ordered tonight, June 19, didn't have the garlic dressing we love. Please keep the original recipe. read more

Delicious all vegan menu. The nachos were a great shareable starter. The bbq sandwich was very messy- which makes for a very good bbq sandwich. The texture of the chocolate mousse and its crust was awesome! They have a great happy hour menu with food and drinks. I want to try everything on the menu! read more

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Come one, come all... Like seriously. Don't miss this hidden plant based vegan restro-bar. I'm a big fan off neighborhood gems that are tucked away from the hustle bustle and I'm glad I got a chance to check on it by chance. You got to come in and seat yourself. The servers come and get your order and that's about it. Simple and easy. The decor is cozy and ambience quite casual. I could see the bartender hard at work, making and serving drinks to all. I must admit they looked quite nice. I had the tortilla chips with cashew queso. Paid an additional $3 for the guac. Yum! I'm glad I tried it. The cashew queso was warm and fresh and so was the avo dip. Got the kale Caesar salad. Wow! It knocked my socks off! Kale was delicious, fresh and tasty. The cashew sauce.. yummmmmmmmm. Do not miss this dish. The jalapeno poppers were ok. I missed the crunch. But it was still quite tasty. On to the smokey barbecue sandwich that comes with chips but I paid an extra $3 to get the house salad. Man, the plant based tempeh was to die for. One bite off the sandwich and it feels great. The quantity was huge so I had to box it. I highly recommend this place. I'm coming back again for brunch to try their cocktails too. read more

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Purely based on the food, I had the Mac and cashew cheese and it had a lot of the "creamy sauce" but was a bit thick / dense. The flavor was great but got confused with the texture. Service was great and the place is super cute. read more

Bro... where to even start with place. I am overwhelmed by the menu because I don't know what to order. Everything sounds delicious. Went with jalapeño poppers because they are near impossible to find veganized. They were outstanding. Now onto my meal: I had the bbq sandwich and it was tossed with slaw on the most delicious bread. French dip sandwich was outstanding as well. Will be back as there are so many options to chose from, and it seems to be a place where each item on the menu is a must try. read more

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Was excited to try this place. We ordered the buffalo cauliflower Mac & cheese, curry tofu ramen, tofu banh you & Buffalo tofu sliders. The noodles were overcooked beyond recognition and the flavor was water plus a little seasoning. Could have saved $14 and had better flavor and texture from top ramen at home. The sandwiches were very bad and served with slightly stale chips. The Mac and cheese was edible, thus the additional star. Super disappointed. How does this place have such great reviews? Confusing. read more

The food is incredible! Sorry to say, but the 'social order' that vegans felt safe hiding with-in is no longer! The masses are now enjoying something that is truly an 'out of the box' experience. read more

Good service, lovely setting and tasty food! My husband and I shared two sandwiches and we also ordered the kale salad. The salad was huge and delicious! We got the bbq tempeh sandwhich and the portobello sandwiches. I like the bbq one the most but they were both great. I loved that they came with chips but you can sub for a side salad if you wish. read more

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I've seen this business up in U-village but have never been in, so it's nice to have one in the neighborhood. It wasn't busy during the Friday afternoon I came in. The person on the register was moderately helpful. I can't have caffeine or dairy so I asked for a recommendation. At first, they recommended a couple of green tea drinks, but since those have caffeine they suggested I look for the icon indicating no caffeine. They can also substitute oat milk for dairy. I opted for a mango lemonade with normal ice and sweetness and some jelly boba as well as a brown sugar boba with normal ice and less sweet. The brown sugar is still pretty sweet with the less sweet option and I would get it again on a cooler day. The lemonade is much more refreshing in the heat, although I think next time I'll opt for less sweet with that, too. I like that the lemonade is pretty tart. The cafe is bright and clean. There are a few tables to sit at, but I took my order to go. The music is fairly loud, so I'd imagine when it's busy it's pretty loud. read more

This spot was one of my favorite out-of-nowhere discoveries last year. A menu chock-full of hearty & satiating plant-based goodness; not too little, not too much but...juuuuuust right. Everything has such wonderful balanced & great flavors. Think solid American dishes spun just a lil bit for all inquirers of just damn good food. Well-spiced starches, yummy nachos, moist & succulent soy curls, nourishing salads, etc. Look out for the occasional international cuisine inspiration, as well (I still gotta try the Tofu Banh Mi, for example). I believe their soy products are the awesome local northwest brands Surata Soyfoods & Island Spring Organics last I checked but check next time. The space fittingly suits their name with pure bliss: it's a charming vintage box building - in all of its boxy goodness - and they have a bar inside. Whodathunk? Thoughtfully designed with simple wood touches & finishes; a nice chill spot well-deserved for this pocket of WS. The staff is friendly & you get to see the open kitchen right there behind the bar. All fans of good food get on over here to pay a visit! Not just for vegans. Heck, even before *I* was vegan, *I* was just a fan of good food. Perhaps that helped give me a faster edge to transitioning? ;) read more

Great spot for a casual bite with our pup. The nachos are tasty as well as all of the cocktails! read more

I don't enjoy sharing negative experiences because they may be anecdotal vs indicative, but when they feel like the latter I want to write. Starting with cocktails, I can categorically say they were atrociously bad. Our server, who also made our drinks, took the first 5+ minutes after taking our order (more? Felt like a lot more but time is weird) to stand around talking to the other server. When there are only two other tables occupied on a weekend evening, maybe there's less pressure to perform but it should be the opposite. They made one drink, then spent more time talking, then made the other. They weakly shook the drink with what sounded like five ice cubes in it for about two seconds. I watched them casually grab my straw by the mouth end to both insert it in the drink and to move around the jumble of bits of stuff they added to it, which made me lose my appetite. By the time we got our drinks the ice cubes were about half their size, leaving the drinks starkly under-iced and overwatered. And yet, my drink was also still absurdly salty. I had to ask for more ice (they gave me a measly seven of those thin rectangular hollow cubes) and another straw. I normally don't use a straw but the salted rim was not appealing given the saltiness of the drink, plus the edge of the glass I used to sip without a straw (recall the fingers on the business end part) had a chip in it, which was not pleasant and I was not about to clear yet more salt by trying again. My wife's drink was equally weird tasting and under-iced. Not good in any way, except they were like $14 instead of the usual $18-20 Seattle price, which is good considering I couldn't taste any alcohol either, but hey, it could have been the salt blocking all other sensation. Staying on the drink tip, the wine list is weird. I actually am not a wine snob so seeing they serve from boxes is fine with me and ecologically preferable. And yet, ordering a Chardonnay got us a glass of orange syrupy stuff which tasted like a liqueur, which our server insisted was the Chardonnay despite its color, consistency, and tasting nothing like one. The kale Caesar was outstanding and very large. Props to the kitchen. The banh you sandwich was good, but paying $16 for what's commonly a $5 sandwich is odd. You have to do something extra with one of these if you're charging extra. The portobello dip was also good. Both sandwiches were adequately sized and well-made. The supplied knives would not cut through the bread without smushing the sandwich. There's something awkward about a near-empty restaurant but even more so when the ambience is off. The design choices, the ultra quiet playlist on one speaker (couldn't hear anything out of the one closer to the booths), the layout, just not a place for my tastes. You can have the same number of tables in 1/2 the space and it would feel much more comfortable. That part is entirely subjective, obviously. The servers were nice but the casual kind that are doing their own thing vs the kind of servers who were trained in the discipline. Some people prefer it, I don't, but it is more the norm than not. Still notable to me. In summary, the drinks were terrible, the food was good, the space was awkward. Overall it's a place that will work for some people just fine, where others like me will not enjoy it. I won't seek it out again but I won't not go if asked to meet there. That's why it gets the middle 3-star review. I should also add that they have an overall kind vibe - the kitchen staff seem happy, too - where some places treat you bad or have weird vibes, and I do wish them well. We need nice places that do good for their neighbors. I just wish they knew what the f they were doing with their bar and that it felt good to be there. read more

This is my partner and I's favorite restaurant in Seattle. The kale salad is UNREAL. And the lentil nachos (**chefs kiss**). The food is flavorful without sacrificing nourishment and nutrition. We go to Box Bar to enjoy delicious food that doesn't make us feel sluggish. I have been vegan/vegetarian for 10 years, and my partner is a big-time meat eater, but he suggests this place just as much as me. Oh, and don't forget the BLT. My heavens. AND THE KEY LIME PIE COCKTAIL. Trust me. read more

Don't let Vegan deter you! Amazing nachos!!! And $12 cocktails that are delicious!! Can't leave a photo because we ate everything. read more

No meat? No problem! I'm not a big meat eater at home anyway, but usually have it when dining out. The meal we had tonight at Box Bar totally reset my expectations! We had the lentil nachos, the portobello French dip, and a jackfruit slider. Each one had SO much flavor, perfect texture and presentation and was so incredibly satisfying! I can still recall the taste of each individual dish. Oh and let's not forget the lemongrass cocktail - one of the tastiest creations I've had, perfectly balanced. And friendly service and great music, too!! WOW!! Sorry it took me so long to go, and already can't wait to go back! read more

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Love the kale salad, HH menu, laid back atmosphere and yummy cocktails. "Gimme" is my go-to. Hoping this place expands their hours!

What a train wreck of a business! The staff was talking trash about customers and half of the food was out of stock. We were going to order some food and found all this out from other customers who were leaving because of it. No chance we return based on the environment. Also, note that they don't allow anyone under 21 inside, not even while the adults order food. read more

The food is delicious! I most recently had the tofu feta from the happy hour menu. It was so ridiculously good! I love this place and the service has always been excellent as well! Good lighting and atmosphere, very chill and a great place for a date or to meet friends. There were several people at the bar dining solo as well. read more

This Place is Fantastic, if you like Vegan Food and great Atmosphere visit this Place, Meat the owners they are Super cool. Variety of food from meats to Vegan Yummm!!!! Visit them * NEW location* They Also have Beer and cocktails Can't wait to come back read more

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