OCEAN GROVE: Dale and Dollops is a diner right on Main Ave. offering a full range of American-style vegan options. Healthy and delicious, we enjoyed the tempeh Caesar salad, the chickpea tuna salad sandwich, and a milkshake. They are open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and you can also stop in for a smoothie, soft serve ice cream, ice cream sundae, and a milkshake! Order inside and they'll bring it out to you! Leashed dogs are allowed at the cute outdoor seating and you can people watch and enjoy the weather. A couple of tables on the porch are covered by the building and another couple are on the sidewalk. It is also very sunny, so make sure your dog is comfortable from the heat and sits in a shaded spot. We were told dogs are also allowed inside and when we took a peek,, it is such a fun space! There are old-school games, a Photo Booth, and has a bright and colorful design! 69 Main Avenue Ocean Grove, NJ 07756 read more

Dale and Dollops - Vegan Near Me - Neptune Township, New Jersey

We want to love it here, they have so many things going for them! When they're good, they're GREAT. When they're not... the cheese on the cheese fries is runny instead of thick, the ice cream is foamy instead of creamy, the sundaes are sloppy instead of luscious, and sandwiches randomly don't come with chips as they usually do. They're also always out of some menu items: mac and cheese, whipped cream, etc. Depending on who is working they'll either cheerily bring the food to your table (it's counter service) or just yell your name from inside. They also charge a 3% "dine service charge" with no explanation. I hope they can find some consistency because we really want to support this adorable place. read more

Dale and Dollops - Buffalo cauliflower salad - Vegan Near Me - Neptune Township, New Jersey

Very tasty. Love the vegan "pork roll sandwich." I hope to try some more selections in the near future, but keep going back to this breakfast sandwich. read more

We had a very average meal here. Understand that vegan food is often more expensive than non-vegan, but we didn't think the prices jived with the food and experience. We preferred the buffalo chicken wrap ($15 w no side) to the veggie tacos ($12, no side). We'd give this place another shot but probably not super soon. read more

Dale and Dollops - Buffalo Wrap - Vegan Near Me - Neptune Township, New Jersey

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We still love it here and have been back many times. I have brought other non-vegans here and they all love it, especially the ice cream. It's so comfortable to listen and hear true old songs playing while eating. It's such a classic diner vibe! Everyone is nice and one guy actually remembered I was gluten free when I had wanted to order something. So, I appreciated that! The only thing I would say is if you are handicapped, their bathroom is very small. My mom uses a cane and does not like it. A wheelchair would not fit inside their bathroom. But, someone with a cane can use it, just it is tight. Definitely don't miss coming here and if you aren't vegan, don't be afraid. You will love it! read more

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I want to give it more than 5!!! I drive 2 hours almost every week just to grab a bite here! Absolutely amazing experience and food. You're greeted with the sweetest staff who help you choose the best options, then you get the most delicious food. Weve tried the burger, fries, cookies, sundaes, burritos, french toast sticks, nachos, hot chocolate...cant rank them because they are all amazing.. Also they have random specials almost every day but they get sold out FAST so be sure to order fast. Also take a minute for the vibes, such an amazing ambiance and fun spot for a cute night out. We also hosted a private event here and they went above and beyond our expectations. The owner is the nicest soul you'll ever meet! Cannot recommend this place more!!! 10000/10 must try read more

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It is great to have healthy food choices. The food is tasty. The wait time for food is unacceptable. You waste all your precious beach time waiting for it. I waited 30 minutes for a dish of chickpea tuna. They need a good manager and more help to keep the kitchen moving. I won't come back, sadly. read more

I'm so excited about this place opening. I had the tempeh Caesar salad and honestly, I didn't like it. The dressing was way too lemony for my taste. Everything in the salad was super fresh though, I wish I had gotten a different dressing. The buffalo bites were SOOO good. Probably the best buffalo cauliflower I've ever had. I can't explain it but they just blew me away. My boyfriend really enjoyed his buffalo wrap as well. I had a bite and wish I had gotten that instead :) Staff was friendly. It's not waited tables so not much to say about the service. Food came out quick, though. I do love the retro feel, very cute! They had a Photo Booth and a little corner to play some retro games too. A little disappointed I couldn't send myself the photos from the Photo Booth and the printer was not working. read more

Dale and Dollops - Buffalo bites, buffalo wrap and tempeh Caesar salad - Vegan Near Me - Neptune Township, New Jersey

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Retro 80's vibe. Food was delish! Will definitely return I plan to come with friends so we can all sample a bit of everything! really delicious and friendly service. read more

Dale and Dollops - All plant based foods! perfect for vegans and vegetarians! Pic of my "Pork" roll and eggs. - Vegan Near Me - Neptune Township, New Jersey

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Everything was so good! I really appreciate that they basically make healthier junk foods. The ice cream was outstanding as well. I really like the ambience as well. Staff was very nice too. read more

This was an unexpected find and a real treat. The main attraction seems to be the burgers, but the Lemon Tahini bowl I had was incredible. Everything tasted amazing and so incredibly crisp and fresh. I will definitely go back and try all their other offerings. read more

This is a wonderful vegan restaurant, great service, great ambiance inside and out. There was a variety of options for breakfast and last night. The season option was a pumpkin smoothie. Will return! How ghly recommend. read more

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Food is absolutely the best vegan I have ever had. It's soooo fresh and clean. The ambiance is so cool. The owner is adorable. Definitely coming back. My favorite place. read more

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Dale and Dollops is simply fantastic. It's all vegan but thoughtful and not just a mishmash of fake meat dishes or highly processed items. Everything feels home cooked and with real ingredients. I've eaten the tofu scrambles which are excellent. I've eaten the breakfast burrito which is huge and loaded with home fries and tofu scramble. Could use more sauce though. However I recently had the fried chicken sandwich and it was just amazing. It's probably fake meat and the bun is white bread but...man oh man they do a great job. I will continue to order from Dale and Dollops and will continue to be excited about the food. For vegans this a must and even for non vegans you'll love the food her read more

Good fast vegan food choices. Shakes are amazing! We're in Ocean Grove on a weekly basis and always stop in to grab a bite!

PLEASE advertise the fact that you are a VEGAN restaurant more clearly! The small sign on the left of the restaurant outside partially covered by an awning was not prominent enough. We ordered 2 coffees, 2 pork roll and cheese sandwiches and one breakfast burrito ($51!). Waited about 15 minutes only to find out they were vegan items. It wasn't indicated on the menu on the wall anywhere. Please add a sign inside your restaurant prominently. The staff was very sweet and polite, but we didn't eat our very expensive breakfast. read more

Yum! Finally I get to try a pork roll egg and cheese! Super friendly and helpful staff. Coolest atmosphere- we got to take Polaroid pictures in the Photo Booth and play some video games. Sure to be back. read more

Dale and Dollops - Vegan Near Me - Neptune Township, New Jersey

Vegan diners are great and especially in ocean grove which is short on options. Of the items I've tried, the salads have been the strongest. The breakfast burrito is decent, but not great. The service has been quick each time I've gone and the atmosphere is fun and cozy. read more

Great food! Sandwiches/ tofu scramble/ marinated greens are really good! Highly recommended!

We were happy to see a new restaurant open in Ocean Grove and wanted to support it but our experience was disappointing. The food was what you'd expect although there was no oatmeal, and at breakfast when there were only a few items on the list, that is one of the most important. More surprising was that they did not have salt or jelly and we were told they were out of it. Really? Walk down the street to the Pathway market and buy some. Also, the food is fine but way overpriced one slice of avocado toast and an egg scramble cost $40. Maybe tourists will go for this but as a local I will not be back. read more

Friendly greeting! It was a happy looking place and everybody was really nice and of course to top it off. The food was delicious. Incredible onion rings, buffalo bites delicious salads I love the BLT we try to variety of things was adorable. They have movies some evenings and they have a photo booth and delicious Ice cream and shakes and smoothies. It was really enjoyable.!!! read more

First time here, a cute place with very nice people. We ordered BLTs and milkshakes. The milkshakes were yummy. The BLTs were rather bland: crispy "bacon," lettuce, tomato & mayo on white bread. I asked what the "bacon" was made of; it's daikon radish that's been marinated. Honestly I ended up feeling like I'd eaten a Nothing Sandwich. I will check on what their faux proteins are made of the next time we eat there - and there will be a next time because overall this place is good and I really appreciate that it's vegan. read more

When you walk through the door you are immediately greeted with a warm smile and an amazing atmosphere. When you enter the main dining room you are transported into a childhood dream of colors and video game consoles. The service was amazing and super fast, and the food was extremely fresh. The music tied everything together. You can hear the staff in the back laughing and having a good time but also serving you with a smile. Overall they have the best food and they are fully vegan. This place just made me genuinely happy and I had an amazing time. 100/10 everyone has to go here! read more

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The food is excellent and the portions are large. The service can be spotty- sometimes great and at other times, they kind of ignore you at the register. The decor is cool and retro. The metal chairs are uncomfortable unless you are very thin. I recommend the tempeh caesar wrap. read more

Everything here was amazing. The food, the atmosphere, the service everything!!! I didn't even know what I was eating but I went into it with an open mind and I couldn't put it down! The Caesar wraps are amazing 10/10 read more

Excellent food, kind staff, and the restaurant itself is so creatively designed. AND Open late nights!!!

the food was pretty good. i got the burrito and it honestly wasn't the best, however i enjoyed my blue smoothie and the food that my companions had was good. the service was quick and the servers were nice- you just have to bus your own food. lastly, it is SO cute inside. its like a little 50s diner and everything is themed so nicely. 4/5 stars because i am nitpicky and 90% of my burrito was rice. read more

Great food and there is nothing else like it in the area. I've tried just about everything on the menu and nothing disappoints. You don't have to be vegan to love this menu. Just try and leave room for a sundae. You won't be disappointed. read more

I love this place. The people that work there are excellent. The service is great. The menu is good and it gives a lot of choices. I am not vegan but I have eaten there at least twice a week since they have open and so have my friends. My favorite is the Portabella wrap but you'll have to come and find out what you like the best. They are open till 9 PM and that gives you an opportunity to get something local. All day breakfast is great also. You have to try it. I understand that for the winter they will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. read more

This place is fabulous! Food is fresh and delicious... had the Tempeh Caesar Wrap and my friend had the burger. My friend doesn't prefer vegan dishes but she loved the burger. The decor is colorful and inviting, and they have a Photo Booth and video games. Service is quick and friendly. I hear they'll start showing films at the end of July. A great find! read more

If I had one last meal I would order here! It is probably the best food I've ever had in my whole life. The service is amazing, everyone is so kind and food comes quickly and fresh!!! The whole place has an adorable 80s theme and is great for family's with kids because it had great games in the back! Everything is vegan but it doesn't taste nasty it tastes AMAZING!!!!!!I will always be a returning customer! read more