Giving Zest benefit of the doubt, all the food was so bomb for someone gf and vg. I had the nachos,…read moreFrench toast, and chocolate beet cake. All delicious. I even had a bit of my friends pesto pasta and the texture tasted like regular pasta. HOWEVER, I'm giving Zest 4 starts because I have a pretty severe allergy to walnuts. It was my fault for not reading all the ingredients but I did have to go to urgent care and get an epi shot after some extreme nausea and hives all over me. My only wish is that Zest put an emphasis on foods that contain nuts and which nuts. I understand a lot of vegan foods use cashews almonds and pine nuts as substitutes but I felt like walnuts were a bit random to have in nachos that I didn't consider that dish to be nut free before ordering. Good to know next time but the food was bomb!

I can see why Zest Kitchen & Bar is the BEST in Salt Lake City! Finally a place I can eat at that's…read moreBOTH vegan and gluten free with clean ingredients and no refined sugars. It's had to fine a vegan & GF restaurant when traveling. Must try the Zausage and chocolate almond crumble mousse! Caroline was absolutely fantastic and so accommodating to my dietary restrictions. Thank you again!

Travelling to SLC and this was our first stop and we were so glad we picked this place to get our…read morefirst meal! Was greeted by a very friendly person at the reception on entrance. We ordered chickn ranch and chickn mango habanero sandwiches with a side of fries with ranch. Order was ready within 15mins. Both sandwiches tasted great but I liked the mango one a bit more. Our buns were cold, I wish they were toasted it would take it up a notch. The fries were thin and crispy! The vibe is cute, about 6-7 tables inside to sit. Highly recommend! We will be back!

The house made meats here are delicious. The texture is great, they're not dry, and the flavors are…read moredelicious. I really like their sandwiches. At my last visit, I had the Mack Bowl, and I was disappointed in the macaroni because it was cold and not the most flavorful. But the "chicken" on up was really good and filling. The counter service is friendly and helpful, and they had fun decor with some seasonal extras. The bathroom was clean. They have a little parking lot, so no need to pay the meter. It's also neat that they sell their vegan meats for you to cook at home!

I have come here many times for the sweet treats, especially their candies and surprise bags…read more Apparently I have been sleeping on their prepped food. Their chickpea bao buns with chipotle aioli blew me away. It was the perfect level of spicy and very filling without making me feel heavy. It seemed actually nutritious, so no need for the guilt after (that I saved for the cinnamon roll dessert I picked up at the same time). The price was also very affordable. I love how much variety is available here and that it's all vegan. I always feel spoiled for choice, I never know what to get because it all looks so good. There's a decent amount of seating inside. The ladies at the shop are always very friendly. This is an amazing spot for a sweet treat or a quick meal. One of my top vegan spots in Salt Lake.

I absolutely love Sweet Hazel -- it's probably my favorite vegan restaurant in Salt Lake City and…read morehonestly, one of my favorite restaurants ever. Their burritos and fries are my go-to favorites. The burritos are just top-notch, but I have a soft spot for their fries -- it's kind of an inside joke for me. Whenever I go out to eat with people, they always say, "Well, I know what El is having," because I always get fries with my food. But theirs are surprisingly amazing. Fries are usually just "fine" or "good," but theirs? They're very good. The owner is incredibly kind, and their baked goods are fantastic -- especially the peanut butter brownie, which I can't recommend enough. Their soft serve is also really good, and I'm excited to try some of their candy next time. I even took a non-vegan friend there, and he really enjoyed the food. Beyond the food, the team is so nice, and they have a little vegan market with some really cool products. I bought about half a pound of vegan bacon from them, and now I'm making all kinds of breakfast sandwiches at home. If you're in the area, whether you're vegan or not, Sweet Hazel is a must-visit. And if you can't stop by in person, their partner company Break Free Candy ships their sweets, which is awesome. Seriously, if you order anything from the menu, make it the peanut butter brownie. It's life-changing -- and I say that as a huge brownie lover.

I traveled to SLC with a vegan friend and we are so happy to have discovered Vertical Diner! I…read morereally appreciated that the entire menu is plant-based and vegan. It made ordering easy, and everything we tried was delicious and flavorful. I had the breakfast protein bowl and loved it. Our server, David, was wonderful. He was attentive, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. Such a great spot in Salt Lake City, especially if you're looking for delicious vegan diner/comfort food with excellent service.

A Place That Fails on Every Level, Safety, Integrity, and Basic Care…read more I've eaten here multiple times and every visit left me, my friends and family feeling physically ill. Why? Because they use cheap low quality canola oil and it shows both on the palate and in the body. But the deeper issue isn't just what's in the food. It's what's rotting beneath the surface. A close friend of mine Brittney (17 and under age in this experience) reached out to the owner to explore a collaborative business opportunity. Instead of professionalism she was met with a shocking invitation to hot tub together. Completely inappropriate and wildly unprofessional. Even more disturbing are the longstanding sexual allegations against kitchen staff he's kept on for years. Employees are routinely fired often for things they didn't do while the owner claims surveillance cameras prove it. Yet those cameras never seem to catch actual wrongdoing. Convenient isn't it. Meanwhile he creates a culture of fear instability and dismissal. People are disposable. Boundaries are not respected whether in the kitchen or in conversation. This isn't just a bad dining experience. This is a pattern of neglect abuse of power and willful ignorance. I urge you support businesses that respect people, employees, customers and community. This is not one of them.

Food: delicious…read more Service: excellent. We went in afternoon on a Sunday so we were only customers. Ambiance: very nice good lighting and calm. music playing was peaceful Kinda seemed out of the way to get to a bit. But it's worth it.

I wish I would've taken a picture. I ordered a lemongrass tofu noodle salad and it was delicious!…read moreThe dining area is large and cool. Most everyone was ordering to take out though. I ordered to take out as well. I don't live near by the restaurant and when I went to it, it seemed like it was in ok location but I wouldn't wanna hang out there too long.

I really wanted to like this place, and I think there's a lot of potential here. The vegan chicken…read morewas fantastic--easily one of the best I've had anywhere--and that alone makes me want to come back. But the rest of the experience was kind of a mixed bag. When I arrived, it seemed like the kitchen was understaffed. The person at the front was doing his best to take orders and cook at the same time, which I respect, but it did mean a long wait for food. Another table that ordered after me was served first, and when my food finally arrived, the biscuits were unfortunately very undercooked--pretty raw in the middle. I was starving, so I ate them anyway rather than wait even longer, but it was disappointing. The vegan cookie I got wasn't very good either--kind of dry and bland--but again, I ate it because I was really hungry. The biggest issue, though, was the group of five people loudly rehearsing a play at full volume right in the middle of the restaurant. I totally respect the arts and love that people are creating things--but the entire time, they were projecting their lines as loudly as possible. It was impossible to read or relax. I was quietly working on finalizing the publication of my novella, and even though I was doing something creative too, I managed to do it respectfully and silently from my seat. I really think a different venue--or at the very least, a lower volume--would have made a big difference for everyone else there. That said, I'd still be willing to give this place another shot. The food has a lot of potential, and I think with a little more structure and a quieter atmosphere, it could be a great spot.

I am here for the satanic theme vegan restaurant!!…read more Got the $6.66 French toast and it is delicious, had to get 2! Personal note, get it, try it, you will not regret it. Tried their mushroom soup special. It was tasty but not $8 worth.. it's a lot of broth, not very hardy. The chicken parm sandwich seems very basic but no, it surpassed my expectations! Vegan chicken was the perfect texture, savory with creamy vegan mozzarella topped with marinara sauce. The hidden surprise to me was even the bread or bun was really good. Service was friendly & quick. Restaurant is a true dive bar. Not a lot of tables, seats. Fun decor but a true dive.

The peach baklava from Kahve was absolutely perfect. I went with a friend, and they got themselves…read morea $3.85 BOTTOMLESS iced coffee that was so so yummy. Everything was so affordable and so good! This establishment is like an older house that was repurposed to be a cafe, and the seating feels like you're just at your own living room/dining room/sofa. Service was phenomenal too- staff came to check in on us even though there weren't really table numbers at the establishment, and the gesture was much appreciated.

The food was really good. There was a cute outside area to sit at as well. Very happy with…read moreeverything.

Vegan ice cream... can't be good, right? Wrong!…read more Monkeywrench isn't just vegan; it's the best vegan ice cream I have ever had, and maybe even some of the best ice cream I have ever had. Monkeywrench is a grab-and-go spot with a few tables to eat at outside. We enjoyed our visit quite late, so the weather was perfect on a warm August night. The employees were very nice, and the service was quick. I love the support for the LGBTQ community and the anti-ICE stance at Monkeywrench. The waffle cones are to die for, and watching them pump out fresh cones by the minute was mesmerizing. The budderfinger and French Silk were both so yummy. The French Silk had these huge chunks of pie crust, which were such a great textural addition. The creaminess of the ice cream was unreal, especially given that it is vegan. Looking for great ice cream in SLC? This is the spot, whether you're vegan or not!

I love ice cream. And I'm always a little skeptical when it's non-dairy. I got to say this place…read moretaste delicious!. I wouldn't have known it was non-dairy without seeing the sign. And they had all sorts of flavors.

Such great food and service and it's super fun to sit on the patio in warm months and the yurt in…read morecooler months. I have so many favorite dishes here. Here are a few... The Spicy Peeto Breakfast Sandwich The Walnut Chicken Salad Sandwich The Mole Taco Salad Also the macaron

Roots Cafe is a fun little brunch spot in the heart of Millcreek. They have an outside patio that…read moreis just delightful but you better come early otherwise you'll wait in line for a table. There's a small parking lot south of the restaurant but it fills up fast. Our coffee cups were kept full while waiting for our food to arrive. I tried the Savory Polenta Benni on this visit. It's a nice twist on eggs benedict using a polenta cake in place of an English muffin. Paired with their house made pork sausage and roasted potatoes this was a delicious breakfast choice. They have lots of fresh made juice and smoothie options too which are a nice compliment to your meal.

Like always, Yelp helped me find another great spot! We were traveling through Utah and this was…read moreour first food stop of the trip. It definitely did NOT disappoint! The staff was friendly and welcoming. The restaurant was very clean. First of all, Muertos Cantina is a total vibe! The inside is so cool with fluorescent lighting, colorful decor and bottles displayed beautifully behind the bar. Even the bathrooms are worth mentioning! Each one is decorated differently with tons of bright colors. Seriously, each bathroom is like its own little fiesta sanctuary. Now for the FOOD! They start you off with fresh tortilla chips and a trio of salsas, and the chips were AMAZING (especially the flour chips). Each salsa had its own completely different flavor. The Red Chile Arbol had some heat, the Chipitle Lime Crema was smooth & creamu, and then there was the milder Tomatillo Verde, which was my favorite. Soooo good! We also tried the Agua Frescas. They were refreshing, flavorful and really pretty to look at. The watermelon was probably our least favorite, but to me anything watermelon flavored can sometimes taste a little watered down. The pineapple was definitely the winner because it was way more flavorful and satisfying. Then came the Elote Corn Dip. YUMMY! It had fire roasted corn, cheese, spices, crema, pico de gallo, cilantro and Tajín. It had so much flavor and texture. Definitely one I would order again. My daughter chose the Birria Ramen, and I think this might have been her favorite part of the meal. It had slow cooked beef birria, consommé, melty cheese and ramen noodles with cilantro and red onions, plus lime and radishes on the side. It had a little spice to it and was absolutely packed with flavor. She loved it! My husband ordered one of their burritos with a side of tater tots. The kid in him was VERY happy that tater tots were an option. And FYI the burritos here are HUGE. I ordered the Smothered Spicy Chile Verde Burrito, and OMG. It had braised pork in chile verde sauce with rice and refried black beans, wrapped in a flour tortilla and then smothered with MORE chile verde, melted cheese and chipotle lime crema. It was MASSIVE and SO GOOD! I honestly have yet to find anything in Reno that compares to this one. I would order it again in a heartbeat. And whatever you do, SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT! We got the churro beignets, and they were fantastic. Covered in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with caramel and condensed milk... seriously, what more do you need? They were the perfect way to finish the meal. Muertos Cantina ended up being such a great first stop on our Utah trip. Fun atmosphere, really good food, huge portions and so many different flavors. Again the atmosphere set the entire vibe for our meal. Yelp came through for me again!

My SO was craving a burrito from here so I grudgingly went along for moral support, if not to eat…read more Based on my snacking off of his plate and perusing the new menu, I am bumping them up to 4 stars. The food is still very good here and some of my previous gripes are no longer an issue. I can now order tacos and burritos à la carte again. While there is still no way to go pick whatever salsa I want and the options are still more limited than before, at least they bring out 3 of my favorites with the chips now. The drinks are still just okay , a shadow of their former selves and I will never be able to accept the loss of my beloved watermelon margarita, the way they used to make it, but I will concede the drinks are decent. Service was fine. Parking is a hassle but that's just Sugarhouse. ‍ So yeah, I guess I'm back to "willing to eat here once in a while", from "I'm never eating here again". They even have a nice taco Tuesday deal which I may hit up in the near future.