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Joylark Kitchen

4.9 (22 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 8:30 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Dogs allowed
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Happy hour specials

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Warm goodness bowl with an addition of marinated tofu (extra cost)
Jennifer S.

I've been in search of a full vegan restaurant in my area having turned vegan relatively recently. How happy was I to find Joylark! It is so refreshing to be able to order off an entire menu without modifications. The menu offers recognizable ingredients and exotic spices. Having said this though, some of the dishes we ordered did not pack a flavor punch as expected. For example the sambal cauliflower with hot and sweet sambal sauce was void of much flavor to satisfy our pallet. On the other hand, the chips and queso knocked our socks off! Here the flavor was perfect - a beautiful smoky chipotle like seasoning gracefully danced through the rich and creamy cashew queso. We even ordered one to go so that we could share with other family members and they were ecstatic about the flavors as well! I will go back for this in a heartbeat. My entree, the warm goodness bowl, was under seasoned as well and did not excite. It was a dish that seemed off the vegetarian/vegan section menu of any other restaurant I've been too. There was a garlic magic sauce mixed it but it did not seem to add anything special to the meal. I ordered a grilled tofu as a side and added it to the bowl which definitely helped make the dish more filling and entree worthy. My husband ordered the banh mi and was happy with his selection. He did not taste the marinated tofu but rather the accompanying vegetables and mango were more present. He loved the maple mustard sauce that he ordered with his side of fries as I liked the aioli that I ordered with mine. For dessert we ordered the chocolate cake parfait which was quite creamy. The ambiance at the restaurant is nice as it totes a a sophisticated yet casual decor appeal. Upon our arrival the hostess was not around to greet or seat us so we relied on the hospitality of the bartender/server , John, to make us feel welcome. They certainly seemed under staffed for the night which may have been due to unforeseen circumstances (?). Our waitress Michelle was the star of the show with her kindness and service. Luckily we were not in a rush and were able to soak in the atmosphere. Overall Joylark is a great spot for vegans. The menu is not outstanding and offers seem more common and vegetable forward as opposed to new exciting variations of vegan ingredients - perhaps though I am spoiled by my recent visit to two outstanding vegan restaurants in NYC. We will certainly return to Joylark as it did provide us with an overall satisfying meal and ambiance.

Special juice
Diana Q.

Its been a long time since I've eaten at a restaurant thats impressed me this much. After hitting the gym in fairfield, me and my husband decided to go look for some lunch nearby. We wanted something healthy album also with good protein options. I noticed joylark had finally opened (in the spot where craft260 used to be). We decided to take a chance and check them out. Upon walking in, the place was remodeled very tastefully. I love the color coordination, its very chic. The bathroom has towels instead of papertowel which adds a nice eco friendly touch. The menu is pretty big, which usually is a red flag since its hard to keep up with so many options. My husband ordered different meals, including an Appetizer. Every since dish, every component even was flawless. The juice made me feel like I aged backwards, and the wrap felt like I was feeding my soul and belly at the same time. Everything was made with love and you can really tell. They have a happy hour menu that even includes a mocktail and I just thought that was such a thoughtful touch since I consider myself sober curious ;). I think I just found my new happy hour spot.

Charred Carrot and Tofu Curry
Jessica R.

Had the most amazing experience here! I got takeout with my family and we arrived early while they were still making it. I would have loved to have dined in, as the ambiance was quaint and cozy. The service was so friendly and helpful and I could tell how passionate the employees are and how they really want customers to leave feeling happy and satisfied. While we waited at the bar, we were treated to some complimentary almond butter bites. These were nutty and perfectly sweet and a perfect treat! We all thoroughly enjoyed each dish we got. The serving sizes were way bigger than we anticipated so we had lots of leftovers! To start, we got the roasted beets, Brussels sprouts, sambal cauliflower and cornflake potatoes. The standout appetizer was definitely the cornflake potatoes which was in a rich and creamy garlicky sauce. The corn flakes added a nice crunch while the potatoes were perfectly cooked and were nice and soft. The beets were also fantastic I really loved the sweetness of the beets and roasted apples with a little savoriness coming from the sherry vinaigrette and crema. I'm honestly not the biggest fan of Brussels sprouts to begin with, but somehow they managed to make them actually taste good! I really loved the sweet sauce they cooked it in to disguise the bitterness of the Brussels sprouts. The cauliflower was also wonderful and had a great crispiness and a tangy sauce. For entrees, we got the banh mi, burrito and charred carrot and tofu curry. While all of these were very tasty, the burrito was definitely my favorite! I really loved how they seasoned the beans and their homemade queso! The curry was also a must order as the peanut sauce had the most lovely flavor and was really sopped up by the carrot, lentils and tofu. They threw in some complimentary fruit, which was so fresh and perfectly ripe and a nice sweet treat. Parking was very easy in their large lot. I will definitely return the next time I am in the area!

Latte with peanut butter and banana flavoring.
Shane D.

I had a nice time. The food was presented well and the coffee was really well made. Lots of fun coffee flavors as well. Even for people who aren't on a plant based diet this place is welcoming and the food is very tasty. Decor is charming as well.

cauliflower parm

Great sit-down ambiance & service, and remarkably inventive, delicious food & cocktails -- so many options! Cauliflower & brussels sprouts appetizers were perfectly-textured & tasted. My chopped seitan melt was phenomenal; my partner's crispy cauliflower parm really tasty (note don't expect italian flavors on this one -- it's more African/MidEastern-spiced). Run don't walk! It has perfect ambiance for breakfast, lunch, dinner, a bar/bakery/diner section, a happy hour menu, quiet discussion nooks. Just excellent! We are so happy a place like this exists now, and we can't wait to go back again.

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2 months ago

Fabulous food, fabulous options, fabulous presentation, fabulous service. A must try for Vegans and non-Vegans!

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Thank you Elle! We look forward to welcoming you back!

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26 days ago

Good experience. Food was delicious and service very good. Nice job. Not best location but I hope this little jewel will stay .

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The food is amazing!! Great ambience and decor. Helpful staff with great service. Would highly recommend.

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Thank you! Delightful to serve you. See you soon.

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Aw, thank you, Sharon! We will be delighted to welcome you back!

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Finally a delicious plant based restaurant with a great vibe! Staff are great and the restaurant is beautiful. My new go to place for sure.

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The Sinclair - Brussels sprouts

The Sinclair

(341 reviews)

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We were a group of 6 for lunch and we all ordered different meals and everyone loved their dish!…read more Attentive, friendly staff and beautiful ambience.

The service the options, the customization! On a cold snowy night in January, this place was packed…read moreand jumping. Nice vibes, music pumping, drinks flowing...Chris our server was PHENOMENAL! She was a huge part of our magical experience. I started off with the buffalo cauliflower. I will preface this by saying I'm not a big Buffalo flavor person, but I'm a vegetarian and didn't feel like getting my usual vegetarian app - brussel sprouts. I wanted to expand my palate that evening and surprisingly I actually really liked it. The amount of blue cheese was perfect for me (despite the reviews) as it would have made it too salty and greasy. Next was my entree: Modified Kettle Cooked Zoodles. As a vegetarian, I never have the highest expectations but I was blown away! Chris our server was so sweet to have this customized for me. We took the idea of hubby's Branzino sauce and added more veggies to the Kettle cooked Zoodle dish. It was so yummy! Hubby's Branzino: fish was well cooked, elegant flavors from the Puttanesca sauce with spinach and mashed potatoes were excellent! Faux-ito: I got two, the first was the classic, the second was a mix of strawberry and pineapple. Both delicious mocktails! The Forbidden Pear: hubby got this one. very balanced, not sticky sweet. I can't believe this gem is just sitting here in Fairfield. Not too far off from a night in the city. We will definitely be back!

Isabelle Et Vincent - Pastries

Isabelle Et Vincent

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Top notch French bakery. Everything is amazing…read more I ordered macarons and a cranberry walnut baguette. The cheese danish was buttery and delicious. Interior is inviting, Amazing quality is what stands out here.

"The summer air was soft and warm The feeling right, the…read moreParis night" (ABBA) Fantastic. Isabelle et Vincent is fantastic. If you're on the hunt for a traditional French bakery with authentic French and European pastries, desserts, and breads, you will happily walk out of here with a bag of wonderful goodies. When you walk in, you'll come across a tempting display case piled high with their baked goods. I saw platters of croissants of every description! Plain, Chocolate, Choc/Raspberry, Almond, Almond/Choc, Croissant Donuts and Croissant donut holes. But wait there's more! Brioches, chocolate Plies, Pinwheels, fruit turnovers, Cinnamon Rolls, Coffee Cakes, Danishes, Beignets, Scones, Fruit Tarts, Palmiers. The list goes on and on and I haven't even gotten to their cookies, macarons, baguettes, rolls, challah, cakes, quiches, and sandwiches. Seriously, you can have three meals a day here for a month and never duplicate anything. When I walked in, the dining room was pretty busy with customers enjoying a late lunch. The ordering line for baked goods was around five deep, which gave me plenty of time to check out the goods. I ended up with a nice assortment of a chocolate croissant, a chocolate Plie, a fruit turnover, donuts, and a fruit pie. We had some of the goodies last night and a bit more for breakfast today. The chocolate plié was amazing, and honestly, everything we've tried so far has been great. Easy FIVE STARS, n'est-ce pas?

The Cottage

The Cottage

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Dinner last night to celebrate my wife's birthday. First time to The Cottage (Westport). An…read moreamazing meal form start to finish. Drinks: cocktail was well crafted, although was surprised to see wine by the glass only!? Apps: Fluke crudo - tender, with so many unusual flavorings. Just spectacular. Maitake Mushrooms - earthy, smokey and full of flavor. King Salmon - again, very unique preparation, Fish was like butter; cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. Only critique - could have used something more to round out the meal... wild rice maybe? was a bit small. Burger - top 5 ever! Not over packed. Perfect medium rare, also bursting with flavor. Bacon jam and siracha and other seasonings on a tender brioche (?) bun. In contrast to the salmon, it was a really big burger, but I couldn't stop eating it, and super crispy fries made it complete. Peanut butter sundae - warm peanut butter foam with chocolate ice cream & chocolate fudge. Balanced and delicious. Ambiance was average -- small, with narrow paths; no tablecloths and hard chairs. A bit surprising, had expected a bit more upscaled given the menu, but the food was amazing, and our server was very knowledgable and helpful. We will be back!

One of best meals we've had in a long time. From drinks to dessert we were impressed by this…read moremindful and flavorful menu. Never in my life have I ever craved a deviled egg, but I sure do now! That burger was one of the best around. Every single bite. Just go. Try it for yourself.

Joylark Kitchen - vegan - Updated May 2026

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