I'm upgrading to 5-stars for a few reasons: had the lentil burger, vegetarian spinach empanada, and a slice of lemon cake today and they were all DELICIOUS! The team that runs this cafe are lovely - friendly and professional, all at the same time. They use eco-friendly containers for take-out, which is awesome. Definitely plan to return to see (both the) Dark & Light Cafe! read more

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Stopped here to get a frosted coconut raspberry strawberry lemonade for six dollars. This is located in the little area next to Wolf Ranch brewing in the middle with the seating. It is inside and has AC. However, their bathroom are for customers only. I definitely recommend this location. However, the price prices are a little bit much. I'm assuming it's because where they're at the rent is probably higher. Overall, it's a great place to stop for a frosted lemonade beverage . This location is located in Mount Dora. read more

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Amazing food. Vegetarian or Vegan. Creative Unique Menu. Very friendly - home Made. Details Like sides added are colorful And delicious. creative atmosphere. Wish it was in west Palm Beach!! Best Hint about Mt Dora! read more

A bit hard to find! We heard about this place and after coming to town many times, we never discovered this place. Someone walked us over or we may have not found it. Nice to find a vegan restaurant in Mt.Dora! My first impression is that the prices are a bit high, but the flavors were pretty good. The cafe is small, slightly grungy but clean, and reminds me of my hippie days eating out. Nothing glamorous about the place. The music was too loud and so not inviting as a place to eat. The owner remarked how we can eat outside or take it to go due to the music, which is a new one for us. If I wanted a concert, I can turn my phone loud. If they want people to eat inside, why not make it a bit more desirable to do so? We mentioned this to the owner and though she was sweet about it, it sounded like it was somewhat out of her control. We had the tacos and also the Chickpea salad. The salad needed more dressing in my opinion, maybe a container double the size (2 or 4 oz.) would be good. We asked for a second dressing flavor and got the ginger dressing, which was good. The tacos were pretty good, but when you got to the bottom of the tacos, the flavor seemed to go away. The portions were nice size and the staff were all really kind and smiling. I like to see happy staff at a restaurant. I know that we won't be eating inside again unless the music volume is lowered. This may preclude us from coming back, but then, we do like the vegan options and they are the only eating location in town that offers tasty vegetarian and vegan dishes. I just think they are starting out and testing the waters without getting into a huge lease situation to rent maybe. Or at least that was how it seemed to look to us. If they do well, maybe they would be able to control the music volume and the landlord would make changes for them. Not sure if we would come back. We could find a place that is a bit more conducive to serving food. But, maybe this is a place where you should prefer to use as a carry-out only. After all of this, they should get 3.5 stars, but we will give them the benefit of the doubt, hope they stay in business and will give 4 stars. read more

This is a cute cafe located in downtown Mount Dora! Since I have a dairy sensitivity I searched for vegan places, and Dark & Light was the top result! I decided to try their empanadas (the Meatless, Corn and Spinach). All of them were good but the meatless was by far my favorite! If you had told me it was impossible meat I would have said no way, cause it tasted like meat to me! The team here is super sweet and kind. I hope more continue to come to this place and make it more popular! read more

Dark & Light Cafe - Early dinner at Dark & Light! - Vegan Near Me - Mount Dora, Florida

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We were so impressed by this cafe! It is located inside of the Mt Dora Marketplace and offers a menu filled with lots of vegan options. The staff was all amazing! So welcoming and it was a pleasure to dine here. The frozen lemonade was the perfect refreshing drink and the veggie burger was delicious! I loved that it was made with veggies instead of soy protein. You can find some options with soy protein but I loved how many options didn't utilize soy protein. There is a great amount of seating and we really enjoyed our time. We will definitely be back soon! read more

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I was there today and it was such surprise to find this vegan place it is amazing . the food was so good and the custumer service too . I am giving the a 5 star plus review . can't wait to go with my son he is also vegan. read more

Food delish - great spot, nice folks! I need a vat of that ginger dressing! Everything is so fresh! read more

They were listed as being open at noon yesterday (Wednesday). We drove from Ormond Beach to check this place out and they were in fact closed. We went to the Thia resturaunt around the corner instead. They gave us vegan options, no oyster sauce or chicken broth. Clean good vegan food. You're loss! read more

Exciting to have this new venue join the marketplace! I have visited Argentina 2 times prior and have craved empanadas since. Now I have a place to go get authentic Argentine empanadas! They offer other pastries and vegan options too. I tried the spinach and the plant based meatless empanadas. Both were delicious! I also had an alfajores....that took me back in time to where I first tried one. Next time I want to try other options including their coffee! The owners are sweet and love providing great food and service. For 2 empanadas and 1 alfajores, I paid $13. You need to definitely try this place! read more

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Very happy GF vegan couple!!! We were able to eat all our meals here and not run out of delicious options. It's tucked away and run by a family who seems to care about the quality of their food. Absolutely delicious and my husband said he was actually full. read more

Absolutely love this place! It's a great vegan find. I was visiting Mount Dora and ate here for every meal during my stay! The eggplant panini was my favorite and the fruit nectar is heavenly. The service is great and the employees are all so sweet. If you're in town visiting and want a tasty healthier option, prefer vegetarian and vegan food, or just want something yummy, I highly recommend!! read more

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Really good food and beverages. We were lucky to find this place and ended up coming back each day of our vacation. They make smoothies and lattes with no sugar added if desired! I was able to get an iced green tea latte with no sugar! All of their ingredients are wholesome. The food is delicious. Be aware that there is very limited indoor seating and it is shared with several other food vendors. read more

We stopped by on Saturday because we saw the reviews on Yelp. The place didn't look like much and it was packed solid with people. We decided to take a chance and we are so glad we did. The food was AMAZING!!!!! My favorite was the vegan burrito and I'm not even a vegetarian. We also loved the eggplant panini and beet salad and ginger salad. I would make the drive to Mt. Dora just to come here to eat (about an hour drive). This is a must do dining experience especially for vegetarians, vegans and meat eaters alike. Oh, and we took home some pastries and the cinnamon rolls are to die for. Don't expect a great ambiance but the food more than made up for it. read more

I've been vegan for over 7 years and this is one of the BEST places I've ever been to! I had the meatless empanadas and vegan protein waffles. AMAZING SERVICE sweetest people! read more

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Lunched here today, so good I came here to write a review. Not surprised to see they already had 5 stars. The food was delicious (eggplant panini) and the service with a beautiful smile so refreshing! read more

Great find!! Food very fresh and healthy Amazing vegan options Loved the yucca bites and empanadas Owners are lovely too! read more

Dark & Light Cafe - Vegan Near Me - Mount Dora, Florida

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This is my go to restaurant in Mt Dora! Their lentil burger is beyond amazing and if you have a sweet tooth their desserts hit the spot. The place is a little hard to find in a building shared with other businesses but they have a cute indoor and outdoor sitting area. The owners are absolutely amazing and very helpful. There's an easy online ordering app for pick up which is nice. Wish there was one in every town :) read more

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Always looking for an exceptional cappuccino coffee and they made it to perfection. Dark & Light Cafe has been added to my list of fabulous coffee shops in Mount Dora. Can't wait to try their food, as I read people are highly recommending it! Genuine owners offering exceptional service make it all that much better. Can't wait to go back! read more

Stopped in for lunch yesterday. The vegan spinach empanadas were delicious. Service was friendly and fast even though they were busy. Got a vegan cinnamon roll to take home and it was delicious. read more

TAKE MY MONEYYY! A hidden gem within Mt Dora is an understatement!! This might be the 8th wonder if the world! There are no vegan/vegetarian options anywhere near here and if restaurants have options, it's a salad... LOOK NO FURTHER! This place has it all! Amazing customer service, delicious food and HEALTHY! There is more than enough space to sit down and enjoy your meal with such a positive vibe! From burgers to tacos and plenty of yummy sweets to end your meal with! Everything is made from scratch and made with health and happiness in mind!! I had the lentil burger and HOLY MOLEY IT IS AN EXPLOSION OF FLAVOR! Happy dance and all, just devoured that burger which had fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions on top of the finger licking lentil patty also accompanied by fresh steak fries So much flavor that ketchup would be blasphemy!! They have great gluten free options as well for wraps and buns as well as sweets! This place needs to be see by all who come by Downtown Mt Dora because you can indulge minus the guilt! So many different fresh options that everyone I go I can't wait to try something new read more

Lentil burger had great flavor as well as the wrap The sauces also were just right

The food was amazing, and the owners are very friendly and attentive! A must try if you're in Mount Dora!!

Run don't walk to "Dark & Light Cafe". The staff are extremely nice & friendly & very sweet. It is located in a place where there is shared space with other business, but very cute. The food is made to order and made from scratch, including the salad dressing. I had thr black bean quesadilla, a spinach empanada, and a ginger walnut salad. Everything was delicious I will definitely come here again read more

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Good food, great service, very clean and nice. Great place to spend time with friends and family .

We stopped in at this restaurant. You order up at the window and it is a rough little dining room. The first thing we got was a mango passion, fruit smoothie and it was awesome. I ordered the street tacos and my husband ordered the lentil burger. Excellent. We also ordered the empanadas. My husband got the veggie one which has a lot of veggie meat in it. He liked mine better and I agreed. The spinach empanada was perfectly seasoned and delicious. We spoke with the owner and he was a wonderful person, and so pleasant. Broken English He came from Argentina. Food was about $45 for two of us but it was a real food and we were have to eat it at this price even. read more

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UMHMM. Looking for a weekend getaway? Mount Dora FL. This quaint town is a hidden gemmmm! So much History and varied restaurants. Check out Dark and Light cafe. This LiL cafe is doin it right. Freshly prepared and lip smacking delicious vegan meals. read more

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Had the lentil burger and cinnamon roll and brownie lol! Both were incredibly amazing and the cinnamon roll was exceptional, the brownie was delicious too! YUMMMM will definitely be back. The owners were soo kind too. Really lovely. Food came out fast! read more

We were blown away by the vibrant flavors and beauty of the plating at this unassuming, humble restaurant. The folks are friendly and patient with your questions, and the service was pretty quick. We had the meatless nachos, the jackfruit quesadilla, and the black bean quesadilla, with the yucca appetizer. The yucca was nicely browned and pillowy soft inside, with a terrific dipping sauce. The nachos were excellent, with three ramekins of sauce (Pico de Gallo, guacamole, and guasacaca) , both the quesadillas were well spiced, and very satisfying portions. Can't wait to return! read more

Dark & Light Cafe - Nachos with yucca in the background - Vegan Near Me - Mount Dora, Florida

Wow! Definitely the best vegetarian and vegan restaurant in Mt. Dora -- and also one of the best vegan little eateries that we have discovered anywhere (and we travel alot so I'm including places in NYC, LA, etc. when I say that). Many vegan eateries offer a fairly predictable menu but within moments of walking inside, we could tell that the owners take pride in being not only creative, but creating something delicious. My daughter and I had a tough time deciding what to choose but ultimately she went for the all day tofu scramble breakfast and I chose their lone sandwich -- a mouthwatering concoction featuring portobello mushrooms, avocado and a sauce that was absolutely sublime. The tofu scramble was perfectly seasoned and it was accompanied with potatoes, vegan "sausage" and wonderful whole grain bread and jam. The portion was so generous that my daughter took half of it home and continued the deliciousness with the leftovers this morning. Capping off our meal were the frosted lemonades! My daughter selected one infused with coconut. I opted for lavender. Both were sublime. To top it off, my daughter is in a wheelchair so we were delighted to find that not only was it super simple to get from the parking spot into Dark & Light Cafe, but the bathroom was totally accessible -- a rarity in many (dare I say, most) cases. The entrance to this cute, delicious gem is back off the street but it's definitely worth searching out. We will DEFINITELY be back (many times) and make this a regular stop when we pass through Mount Dora! Run, don't walk to this eaterie! read more

Amazing food! It's really hard to find vegan options...this cafe has plenty of options! Will definitely be returning! Veggie burger was amazing! read more

The very very very best chickpea avocado wrap!!! Excellent service! I highly recommend

This place is amazing! Not just for vegans or vegetarians. Not sure where they hail from, possibly South America...Chile? But they have brought some exotic flavors and textures that I have never experienced before. EVERYTHING on the menu is phenomenal. They do a brunch on the weekends and their baked goods are indescribable. A perfect location in historic downtown Mount Dora. The Yuca Balls and Alfajors are superb! read more

The food was great, the service was great. This place is a hidden gem. I did not dine in. We got carry out. We will be back for more.

So pleased to have found Dark and Light Cafe. Delicious vegan and vegetarian food and super friendly Argentinian-warm service! Lots of indoor (cool) and plant-surrounded outdoor seating. Highly recommend- just don't make it too crowded for us to return. read more

Dark & Light Cafe - Avocado toast and Black bean/Quinoa quesadilla. Yum! - Vegan Near Me - Mount Dora, Florida

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Food was delicious and service was great!! I could eat the avocado toast every day. It is literally loaded with avocado and so so yummy.

Food was delicious and the service was great! The best was finding a place with so many vegan option, fresh food and so well prepared. Amazing experience! read more

This is hands down one of the best vegan/vegetarian restaurants I have been to! Food was excellent! It's a small place but the food is mostly homemade and portions are very ample. If you are looking for a vegan restaurant and they are hard to find, go here! read more

If you are looking for a vegan restaurant in downtown Mount Dora they're hard to find however this place is the best you can find anything here you would like and it's all delicious! Very nice owners and chef. They're baked goods and cinnamon rolls are absolutely delicious. Also for the empanadas! read more