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    Laughing Planet

    4.0 (212 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Vegan, Gluten-Free
    Open 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    LAUGHING PLANET ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Susan S.

    Looking for a green, vegan lunch spot on a recent trip, we found Laughing Planet on Third Street. I asked for the house speciality and ordered the featured bowl which as full of protein, but no fresh veges except for the chopped tomatoes and avocado. I liked the variety of veges in the bowl, which was pretty large, but, my partner was not impressed. The place was clean, but had no style to speak of. There were plenty of locals dropping in. There were lighter selections which we didn't get to try.

    Henry's T.

    Vegan Series, Part 4 So you're planning to go out for a meal with friends or family in Bend, Oregon. You realize that some of them are Vegan and some are not. Now what? Do you pick the Vegan place and ask those who are not of that persuasion to be adventurous on that particular occasion? Or perhaps you pick a place that has more traditional offerings and ask your Vegan friends/family to scour the menu for at least one suitable selection? Well imagine not having to ask either camp to sacrifice anything and going somewhere that offers a full menu that caters to everyone's preferences. How you ask? Take them to "Laughing Planet." Catering to the Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, and Omnivore members of your tribe, I can't recall ever seeing such a comprehensively diverse menu. Not only are all the Vegan options clearly delineated on the menu, but all of the entrees can be made Vegan by simply omitting or substituting cheese for Vegan "cheese" and chicken or beef with organic tofu or tempeh (for no additional charge). No need to do any subbing when it comes to their chili or most of their soups because they are already Vegan. Does dessert sound good? Try their Double Chocolate, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, or Snickerdoodle cookies. We tried all 3, they were all good, and they were all Vegan. No matter your food preferences I hope that you have an affection for our planet and want to see it cared for and cherished. Well these folks sure see it that way. Every sale of a kid's smoothie results in a donation to the "Friends of Trees" organization that is helping to improve and restore the tree canopy in the Portland area by the planting of more than 900,000 trees and shrubs since 1989. That seems just all too fitting to me given that one of our responsibilities as adults is to leave this planet as an inheritance to our children in at least as good a condition as we received it. If you are like minded then you gotta love their saying, "There Is No Planet B." Laughing Planet is no joke and deserves a visit from you soon! And that's...Henry's Take. #veganlife #bendvegan #laughingplanet

    A rock that was in a Mini Burrito.
    Chris C.

    Long time customer no more. This has been our go-to to-go spot for the last several years. Since the new management, the service and quality has been lacking. After picking up an order and driving home, my daughter bit into her mini burrito and cried out in pain, pulling a rock from her mouth. Yes, a rock in her bean and cheese burrito. I got a call back from Samantha at corporate who could not have been more apathetic to the situation. No apologies, explanations or assurances were offered - just a quick refund for the meal and good riddance. Needless to say, this is the end of an era for us.

    Tiny $15 burrito

    Very inconsistent. This burrito was 15$ and the size of a kids burrito. Would be nice to feel like I didn't get ripped off. The small spoon is for reference

    Chips and salsa, tempeh burrito
    Jessica H.

    Bright and quirky place with tons of vegan options. It's Mexican-inspired but definitely a "Pacific Northwest" kinda Mexican food, so don't go expecting Mexican food like what you would get in Texas or California. We got the chips and salsa to share, my mom got the crunchero quesadilla, and I got the tempeh burrito. My mom LOVED her quesadilla and the dip was flavorful too. Our chips and salsa were also very good. My tempeh burrito was a little more on the bland side but it was fine. I'm a bit picky about tempeh that tastes too "ferment-y" but I didn't notice that at all with my burrito. I will say it was MONSTER sized and therefore very messy. Everything was super filling and good value for money. Overall, we really enjoyed our food and the quirky decor (love the plastic dinosaurs on the tables -- we got triceratops!) Would definitely go back.

    Lara L.

    Delicious, healthy, and tasty... what more do you need? Their thai bowl is my favorite and their snickerdoodle cookie. Their bibimpap is pretty good as well. One of our other favorites is the chicken burrito made into a bowl. This place survived 2020 for good reason! They also usually have a coupon in the smart shopper for locals. Def a fav for those vegan and vegetarian dietary needs. For kids they have quesadillas and other healthy whole food kid options. One of our go to favorites in Bend and they have been here for at least 10 years

    Tara S.

    Love this place! Always happy to find a spot with tasty vegan options & laughing planet has lots... including desserts!!

    deluxe vegan Bean & Cheese

    Laughing Planet is literally my favorite spot in town. i usually hate burritos but the bean and cheese here NEVER disappoints, the vegan cheese is spectacular, the size and flavor is amazing and the house made gauc and salsas are 10/10.

    Korean BBQ bowl
    Robin S.

    I've avoided Laughing Planet because of a perceived notion that it was strictly vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, what have you. Being an omnivore, such restaurants have little appeal. Although I will eat vegetarian meals quite often (rarely vegan), I like having meat options. And that's exactly what Laughing Planet offers, turns out. This is a fast casual, bus your own table joint. Order at the counter, get a number, the food comes out in short order. While I'm fine with fast casual, I'm not so enamored of the bus your own table thing. A lot of casual restaurants seem to be picking up on that unfortunate trend. Mind you, while I have no problem clearing the table, I find that some others really aren't very diligent about cleaning their mess. So the staff has to come by anyway. It's not a big deal - I'm just offering an opinion. Food: - SW green chile burrito, ordered deluxe (sour cream and guacamole added). Very good and very large. I ate it all but maybe I shouldn't have. My only complaint is that because the burrito is so big, it tended to lose structural integrity and I ended up using a fork. - Korean BBQ bowl with beef. Pretty decent and spicier than I had anticipated. But the sauce is not great - a little too acidic for my tastes and it certainly isn't Korean. Tons of broccoli included, which is a good thing. Condiments are available at the back left, which is where the bussing station is located. Leftover containers are there, too. Prices are reasonable, parking is sufficient, staff is friendly. And they have beer. Wifi, no password. You will, of course, want to grab a dinosaur or two to attend your table while you eat.

    Thai Bowl
    Sydney L.

    I came here for the first time a few weeks ago. The Thai Bowl was very yummy and filling and the service was friendly and fast. The ambiance was welcoming, relaxed and a great vibe. Excited to come back again! :)

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    Delicious health bowls! I am so impressed with the portion of the food and the flavor of the food. They make healthy bowls taste amazing!

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    Disgusting bathrooms. I cant imaging what the kitchen looks like! Ever time i come it gets dirtier and dirtier.

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    The bowls were super delicious. I ate one and drank a beverage. It was a nice spot for an evening.

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    Food was amazing. Staff was very helpful in helping me with food choices which was important as it was my first visit

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    Showed up at 7:50. The two male employees walked over and turned off the open sign as we got out. Super lame. Supposed to be open till 9:00.

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    Toasty - Nacho Crunchwrap in all its glory

    Toasty

    4.9(94 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    The first time we tried Toasty, it cemented itself as a must-visit-every-Bend-trip spot…read more The Podski itself is lively and has diverse options, but our heart yearns for Toasty. Are you vegan? Lactose intolerant? Love the jingling Mexican drive thru but yearn for flavor and substance? Toasty is the place for you. Get what calls your heart, but the Crunchwrap and nachos are special. We got our food quickly after ordering! I wish we had a Toasty in Portland!!!

    TL;DR: A small but mighty food truck tucked into a bustling food pod district serving uniquely…read moreflavored vegan crunch wraps. The Experience: I visited Toasty while I was on vacation in Bend and loved having so many options at one spot as a vegan. What stood out: Service: The woman taking orders was attentive with answering our questions and making recommendations. Our two crunchwraps took around 25 minutes before our buzzer rang and we went to pick it up. Product/Food: I ordered the buffalo chik'n crunchwrap and my boyfriend ordered the nacho cheeze crunchwrap. As someone who despises eating lettuce, the way the cold and warm ingredients are intentionally layered throughout the crunchwrap is beyond delicious. I ate my crunchwrap within minutes of it being hitting the table. The tortilla was perfectly flaky, the homemade ranch was an amazing texture, and the chick'n was seasoned to perfection. Ambiance: Toasty is a small food trunk in the Podski food truck pod complex. It is incredibly busy and it can be difficult to find a seat. However, it is fun and lively with some great people watching opportunities once you are seated. Toasty will continue to be our favorite spot to eat at in Bend!

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    Beautiful location

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    Nacho crunchwrap

    Toasty - The one and only Nacho Crunchwrap!

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    Fix & Repeat - Boards

    Fix & Repeat

    4.5(124 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    I've been waiting because my daughter actually said she needed to write our review but WOW doesn't…read moredo it. So let's back into this. We went to Bend to see AJR - her favorite band. And we stayed the night AFTER the show instead of driving back to Beaverton. SO the next day we had brunch at Fix & Repeat. She was wearing her AJR shirt and hat, and she was HAPPY and still bubbling over the show. We were talking about the show and received our food - we both ordered the Spiced Burrito. Let me tell you - this place is PLANT Based. So it's not FAKE meat. It's walnut meat which takes a lot of effort and knowing how to flavor and season. Because it's just mashed walnuts otherwise. We got the burrito and used the Campfire Hot sauce (which is SO delicious and flavorful - and local to Bend!) And my daughter said she felt like Angels had made and delivered her burrito as it was THE BEST THING SHE'D EVER EATEN. It had such great flavor. It was phenomenal. I love a hearty breakfast burrito and man it was delicious. Then after we were drooling over the food we had JUST eaten, we went back to talking about the concert. There were two openers - one that we shall not mention and Izzy Escobar. The manager or owner, who was there working started talking to the staff about the concert and we said OMG you were there too?!?! And mentioned WOW was Izzy Escobar amazing or what?! And she said yes and we were bubbling over talking about HOW incredible she is and one of the staff members said "UM - that's her isn't it?!" And we looked behind us and Izzy and her band were SITTING ON THE PATIO!!! She is vegan so they popped in for breakfast too!! And also kept saying how AMAZING the food was. So we got GREAT food and got to meet Izzy!!! This was an absolute dream. We can't wait to go back - maybe for an Izzy concert!

    Really great spot! The burrito bowl that I got the first time I went was amazing, and the second…read moretime I went avocado toast was also really solid. Today I just grabbed the Chia parfait and a golden milk latte. Both of which were awesome The only thing I will say is looking at the old menus that are still on here... I really wish they still had the cacao latte using Laird products. I would easily be a regular if they did

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    Fix & Repeat
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    Jackson's Corner - Tomato soup and grilled cheese

    Jackson's Corner

    4.2(799 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Great spot for families with a good selection of healthier food options, including sourdough pizza…read more You order at the front and then grab a table while you wait. The drinks were good, and they also have a happy hour, which is always a plus! Overall, a casual spot with good food and a family-friendly atmosphere.

    tl;dr great food, tell them about all your allergies so they can modify, get gluten free pastries!…read more A tasty option for brunch or dinner with several clearly marked gluten free items. You can also customize your meal as needed. To order, you stand in line like at a food court counter, but in a fancy way. While we were there, the line stretched to the door most of the time but it moves fast. This is the time you use to choose your bottle of wine, pick food, and browse the pastries on display. There were several places to sit indoors and out after placing the order. The kids hade the garlic bites (fried balls of bread with garlic and cheese...looked like doughnut holes!) and a pizza. They can add pepperoni to a cheese pizza for the particular children in your life. My husband and I shared a Cobb salad, no croutons to make it gf (the lemon dill dressing was AMAZING! Actually, this whole salad was very good). We also intended to share the NY strip with chimichurri. However, we didn't read that it comes with bread and a side salad (great!) and roasted vegetables in romesco sauce (also great!). My husband is allergic to nuts and so he couldn't eat any. That is not a complaint...all on us! The menu is clearly marked. But be aware if you have a nut allergy to specify that you can't have the romesco sauce. Or let the order taker know, as they are informed on modifications and whatnot. So he ate the salad and done pizza. I ate most of the steak and veggies. Everything tasted really good. The steak was a bit gristly. But the chimichurri was great. My absolute favorite thing was the elote cake with tajin buttercream. It was not a sweet cake. But it was heavenly. I should have grabbed another piece before we left. It was creative and salty and delicious and I still want it two days later. Service was great. Food is brought out as it's ready, not all at once. And the side salad and bread is brought before the main dish. The people were friendly and helpful. This was a great place and I would definitely go back.

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    Jackson's Corner - Seasonal Turkish Eggs, Seasonal donut holes, gluten free bread, side of bacon and drip coffee.

    Seasonal Turkish Eggs, Seasonal donut holes, gluten free bread, side of bacon and drip coffee.

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    Wich Doctor Sandwich

    Wich Doctor Sandwich

    4.9(38 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    When I find something I like ( especially food) I want to share my thoughts with my friends and…read morefellow Yelpers. 4 days ago I came to the Wich Doctor for one of my favorite sandwiches I have ever eaten. The Peach Pit. I knew my wife and friends were going out to dinner in a few days . I made sure we were going to eat at the WIch Doctor. My wife and friend Cheri are both vegetarian. They both tried the TLC. Farm tomatoes and mixed greens, house mayo, smoked crunchy salt, tillamook smoked cheddar crusted sparrow bakery sliced sourdough. My wife and friend Cheri are vegetarian. They both could not believe that the sandwich tasted like a BLT. Brenda ( co-owner) said the combination of the smokey salt and smokey cheese make a bacon flavor. They both loved their sandwiches. MY friend Dave had the Peach Pit. He had the same feeling as when I had that sandwich the other day. OUTSTANDING. I wanted to try Cedar Street . Roasted tri-tip, irish cheddar, obsidian stout worcestershire shallot jam, house mayo, arugula, toasted one loaf bend bakery sourdough ciabatta. This upscale Cheesestake sandwich was terrific. The best tri- tip I've ever eaten. After eating I had to tell "Chef" Cody ( co-owner) he was batting 2 for 2 on my visits to " Wich Doctor". Both Brenda and Cody are great at what they have put together. Great food and friendly , informative service.

    10/10 no notes…read more Looking for a good lunch spot? This is it. Their tri-tip sandwhich is delicious. The meat is cooked perfectly and is well seasoned on a soft toasted ciabatta roll. I've tried a few different tri-tip sandwiches in bend recently and this one might be my favorite (don't come for me!). The staff are really nice too! In case you haven't been to this area, it's a food truck that is part of an outdoor pavilion area. Super fun spot to check out if you're with a group. I'll be back!

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    Crux Fermentation Project - Bar scene

    Crux Fermentation Project

    4.3(991 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    It's been awhile since I visited here and it has really improved. The outdoor space is so much…read morenicer and the turf eliminates the dust that at times would be circling through the air from the kids running around playing. The Italian sandwich, order inside, it delicious! The smash burger outside in the food truck is great! Their mimosas are the best in town!

    After eight years, Crux is overdue for a review update. Biggest reason is that quite a few years…read moreago they expanded the place significantly, opening up the large room to the right of the bar that opens into the outdoor area. That room is equipped with restrooms, relieving one of my major complaints about a lack of facilities, as well as a second serving station complete with taps. Since then, Crux has significantly changed the outdoor area as well although I'm not certain it's an upgrade. It's a little too landscaped and way too much like a playground now. Locals have always tended to refer to Crux as 'daycare but with beer.' The last several times I've come here, the second serving station has not been in operation even though it looks to be still fully functional. Meanwhile the line to the bar serving stations is often long, sometimes almost out the door. Not sure why that is, doesn't make sense to have the capacity to more efficiently serve customers but not use it. All that said, the beer is still stellar and they continue to have a wide range of beer choices, the new(ish) large room has plentiful high-top seating (mobility challenged folks will need to venture outside), and the music is kept below ear-splitting volume. You can also sit at the bar itself although the vibe there isn't great - it's not like a neighborhood pub bar. Crux still has a kitchen. I used to order directly from them but have since transitioned to patronizing one of the several food carts outside. Being food carts, they tend to come and go so I'll not go into detail there. That said, the new Alpine Smash burger is fabulous. The other significant change in recent years has been with the location. A dispute with the property owners to the west resulted in the access road that way being closed, requiring Crux patrons to use the road coming from Second/Scott Street (or ride a bike). The west road is now open, maybe because the Jackstraw housing complex over that way is now completed and the road serves their tenants. RIP Spoken Moto.

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    Main Bar area

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    The Hook & Plow Bend - Nashville hot fish sandwich

    The Hook & Plow Bend

    4.3(172 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    An unfortunate event lead to our trying this most excellent restaurant. A broken piece of artwork…read moreneeding restoration necessitated a trip to Bend, OR. Between the exceptionally good food at Hook and Plow, a most pleasant hotel experience, and a memorable trip to the High Desert Museum; our trip to Bend turned out to be a pleasure instead of the miserableness I expected. We had the Steak Tartare, the Chef's Board, the Blackend Crabcake, the Pear and Burrata Salad, and the Bone-in Pork Chop. We each got the cheesecake for desert and split the other dishes. This was more than enough for the three of us and we left full, happy, and with three large to-go boxes. The flavors of the various dishes were amazing. While all the dishes were vvery good, the standouts to me were the steak Tartare, the Pear and Burrata Salad, and the Cheesecake.

    Had a second meal here, and unfortunately the experience lessened my opinion of this restaurant. I…read morehad the halibut, which was their "catch of the day". It was incredibly dry without any sauce, served with roasted potatoes (instead of mashed as advertised), and came with a little salad... there was no dressing on the salad, so it was really of no added value on the plate. I really wanted to like this place, but even the service is just a little "off" from my expectations. I sat for over 10 minutes with no contact from a server. No water. And the place had no air conditioning on a day that was 80 degrees. I don't think I'll give this place a third try, but I hope they can fix the problems. I like their concept and location.

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    The Hook & Plow Bend - Flat Iron Steak: You can always find a great steak option on our menu!!!

    Flat Iron Steak: You can always find a great steak option on our menu!!!

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