VEGAN REVIEW It's like having a meal at your great aunt's house. Seriously, it's like someone's living room. Some will call it cozy. Others will call it chaotic. No one would say it's formaL or even uncluttered... I had the vegan spare ribs (I think?). One person working there with a massive menu & minimal cooking area. I was the only person there the whole time so it worked out fine, but I can't imagine what would happen if they actually had a lot of customers??? Anyway, my meal was yummy. I took a piece of apple pie to go but dropped it :( CASH ONLY read more

We didn't know what what we were about to get into as we entered this cozy and eclectic little eatery in Downtown Schenectady but we were pleasantly surprised by the food and experience. You can't take a look at this menu and find nothing of interest. If I you put a Cheesecake Factory menu and put inside by side with the Moon & River Cafe menu they might have the same amount of items. The biggest difference would be the price. Moon & River is serving up incredibly affordable food. The offer Breakfast, lunch, and remain open well into the evening for dinner. This is a great stop for a quick to go lunch or breakfast or sit down in the afternoon with a snack and a cup of coffee as you settle in for a good book or play a game with some friends. In the corner it looks like there are some grocery items for sale. Our friends ordered turkey meatballs and tacos, and my wife and I ordered vegan nachos (we should have asked for vegan cheese which is available) that was topped with beans, salsa, and guacamole, but no cheese. My TLT was good but I don't think it was a smoky tempeh bacon, maybe just plain? My Lavender soda was good and pie with vegan icecream for dessert was great. Two vegans and two non-vegans approve, Moon & River Cafe is definitely worth checking out. Affordable plant-based vegan items and regular menu items for everyone else made with care and feeling. They totally deserve 5 stars for variety and effort but I am gonna give it a four because I think the a second person working, and a kitchen upgrade paired with a simplified menu during the open mic crowd could really help out. We will be going back to try something new. read more

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I don't really have anything bad to say but it's basic. For $10.80 I got a cup of coffee with spices in it and a smallish salad with beets in it. I asked for lime & cilantro as the 'dressing' which was an option, and it was covered in EVOO as well, which was a bit disappointing. Eclectic cafe and large menu selection which I don't see how he has it all on hand in that little shop, but he must. read more

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loved this little place!!!!! A nice walkable distance from the train station with great warm food and a lovely place to sit for a minute. The man who works there was super friendly and had great information for us. We'd go again next time we're in the area :) great vegetarian options. only thing to note is that it was cash only! read more

It felt like Dad was making breakfast to order from scratch. A very homey environment.

I really wanted to write a glowing review of this establishment. I love the cozy, funky atmosphere and the fact that it's an independently owned neighborhood hangout, a good place to meet friends over coffee and a pastry and even catch some live music. If you visit Moon & River, do just that -- and AVOID THE FOOD. We waited 45 minutes for the overworked cook to prepare four wretched meals served in minuscule portions. My tempeh stir fry was four ounces of burnt unidentifiable organic substance. Our other dishes were equally as bad. All that said, as I say, give them your coffee and donut business, but eat your meals elsewhere. read more

Driving back from our vacation we decided to pull off the highway and try something new! The menu looked appealing and it had something both myself and my partner would eat! Upon first impressions we did not know what we were getting ourself into. There were old books stacked up in corners and falling off shelves, old newspaper clippings crowding the walls, and children's stuffed animals on an old dingy couch. The gentleman behind the counter was friendly and willing to accommodate all dietary needs. I ordered the San Francisco Burrito and my partner ordered the Turkey and Cheese bagel melt. We waited 20min for our food. The cook was using what appeared to be an electrical griddle which could contribute to the long wait time. While waiting I did not see any safe serve certifications, or board of health approvals on the walls, which is something I always look for. As our food was cooking the cook blew his nose and did not was his hands afterwards..eww! Knowing all of this we took our food to go and bravely tried the cuisine. It was editable but nothing to write home about. As of right now both my partner and myself have not gotten good poisoning! Gordon Ramsey, John Taffer, and Robert Irvine would have a field day with this place! It has a lot of potential to be a unique, cozy, and eclectic bistro but in its present condition, I would not recommend! read more

I agree with other Yelpers - this place is hard to rate! short story: The funky eclectic decor and menu full of vegan and vegetarian options is DEFINITELY worth 5 stars. The food is really what brings me down to that 3 star review! When you walk in you truly feel like you just arrived at your neighbors house for some chit chatting over snacks and tea. The set up is cozy, with a mismatch of kitchen tables and chairs, a few couches and big arm chairs perfect for reading a book or hanging out with friends. There is also a shelf full of games and puzzles tucked into the corner, encouraging patrons to linger. The food is just a notch above simple, but with a menu which overflows with Vegetarian and Vegan options. The food is decent, but the portions small, and the prices a bit much for what you get. We started by splitting a hummus platter which we both felt pretty "meh." about. For my main course I ordered the "California" sandwich, which was delicious avocado, tomato, cheese and a smear of mayo on a hearty grained bread. My sandwich was nothing extra ordinary, but it REALLY hit the spot. It reminded me of a sandwich I used to order at the Wingra cafe at Edgewood College. Love that nostalgia of the taste buds! There is live music every single day starting at 8:00 PM and there is ALWAYS something to look at and someone to talk to at the Moon & River. read more

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Stumbled upon this gem last Sunday morning in pursuit of some vegan breakfast and was so happy that I did. We were greeted by the owner immediately, and felt extremely welcomed. The place has a very homey feeling and the menu is extensive with several vegan options. I had the vegan breakfast sandwich on a ciabatta roll and it came with fresh raspberries. My friend had the veggie omelet. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and plan to go back to explore other menu items. read more

Moon and River Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schenectady, New York

I have been here a few years ago and as my DS was visiting and is vegetarian we started to come here. Looked online and noticed it had music tonight so we arrived and there were maybe 10 other people already seated. The place is very eclecticly decorated book shelves, artwork and plants were placed all over the place. Very nice atmosphere. We ordered drinks (place has no alcohol license) old fashioned root beer, water and orange juice all good. My DH and I shared a turkey sandwich and I can't remember what my DS had to eat but I do remember him saying it was good. As noted in my pictures we ordered dessert DS had a vegan chocolate which was more like a brownie and a little old DH and I enjoyed carrot cake which was good. Richard Genest the owner sang a few tunes with the guitarist, notice video in photos, that was playing jazz that evening. We enjoyed the night. read more

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disgusting dont go there. its dirty the cook makes the food with frozen food out of the freezer. it was $30 for 3 items and one was a kids meal which the fries were undercooked. i would have rather ate at McDonalds. this place should be closed! read more

Imagine wanting to go to your friend's house to hang out but your friend isn't there so his/her dad invites you in and offers food he was just thinking of preparing and not wanting to be rude, you go in. That's pretty much what Moon and River Cafe was like - it was so quiet and there were no other customers so it felt sort of awkward, like I didn't belong there but didn't want to be rude by walking out. The food wasn't anything amazing, it was all something I could have made myself and I think if I had gone there expecting that, the rating would be a bit higher. There also wasn't any live music the time I went, so that could have contributed to a better atmosphere and thus higher score. After ordering, a few groups of people showed up to eat but it still felt like a library. However, considering the cook was the waiter and also the host, I had sympathy for the other groups that didn't even get a chance to order until after our food was done. Despite the issues mentioned, I would return if my fridge was empty and I was feeling completely lazy. After the meal, I'd be motivated again to cook myself a dozen gourmet meals as punishment to myself for being so lazy. read more

Moon and River Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schenectady, New York

Extremely thrilled with my experience at Moon and River Cafe. This isn't your traditional restaurant, so please don't come in with that expectation. Food is made from scratch, very slowly, and they only accept cash. It's a step back in time in many ways, but especially in the lack of pressure to eat quick, pay, and get out. You can spend hours in here if you wanted to. I certainly would, but I know that's not everyone's cup of tea. The decor is a little (read: a LOT) unique. It feels like a living room, looks like a living room, and probably was an actual living room at one point in time. That's because the owner can do whatever he wants with the place, and if he was books lining the walls, and pictures and signs from years ago on the wall, he can do that! The owner, whose name i sadly have forgotten, introduced himself at the end of the meal. I just so happen to stumble in on an evening with live music so i enjoyed sing along 80's hits, alongside my vegan enchilada (with a wonderful salsa verde), serves with a slice of melon, and a cranberry orange bread for dessert. Was very pleased with the food and with the music, though I knew one song only. Overall, I have nothing to complain about. I see many other reviews picking apart Moon and River for bad service, decor, food, whatever. This is a unique restaurant where you are guaranteed to walk away with a unique experience every single time. Take that for what you will. Best to the owner on continuing to expand the community surrounding this place! read more

Moon and River Cafe - Vegan enchilada and melon. Delicious. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schenectady, New York

Deucedly strange little off-the-beaten-path café in the historic Stockade district, with an outstanding breakfast-and-lunch menu of simple near gourmet favorites at reasonable prices but with an atmosphere so laid back and desultory that it verges on the somnambulent. It's as if someone took the Slow Food ethos and applied it literally to short order cooking and table service. If you can stand the oddities and aren't in a rush, it's a great little vibe, but if you're in a rush or have fussy kid company (as we often do) you will go insane. There, you are insane now. Enjoy. This is sort of a Post-Moosewood restaurant (vegan options, but meat available - the ham was yummy), as if the nearby Ambition Café were run by lifestyle middle aged hippies instead of young go-getters. The tiny old storefront has eclectic seating and used books and games befitting the independent coffee house aesthetic, but with a far sleepier air to it, as if you combined the dynamism of your Dad's barber shop with the seriousness of purpose of a circa 1989 Seattle coffee house. It's a cash-only place. I tend to distrust such places, because usually this is all about keeping profits off the books and away from the taxing authorities. In the case of the Moon and River Café, though, I think the owner just doesn't want to bother. Keeping it simple, but at the turtle's pace to win the race, is the watchword here. We had several sandwiches and the green-eggs-and-ham, and everything was extremely tasty and made with very good fresh ingredients. The portions are small, or rather "normal" sized (our super-sized cultural standards notwithstanding), but now you know that in advance, if you're extra hungry, just order something extra. Although you may want to pack a lunch to eat while you wait for your meal. We went on a slow afternoon, with only one other set of patrons (already eating) when we got there, and were served by two very friendly servers who kept asking us to repeat parts of our order. I repeated various details of my order for black coffee three times. ("Black" "hot" and "coffee" being repeated at least twice each to each of the two servers.) Of the three staffers (one of them the owner, we think), two of them appeared to be idle at any one time. Our sandwiches appeared in batches of twos, such that half our party were done eating before the other half were even served. (Sorry to be rude and start in before you got your food, hon, but we were starving by that point). I once went on an all-Vegan diet, and after a few days I felt slow. Both in the sense that I seemed to be moving, creeping, through molasses as I went about my day, and slow in the sense that it felt like, say, I'd have to hear the coffee order three times before I processed it. Maybe it was just my body detoxifying, or maybe my brain was being deprived of some essential amino acid to make the synapses fire in regular sequence. I can't say I was unhappy, but the world around me was a bit unhappy with me. That is the Moon and River. If dipping into an altered state for the brief one to two or three hours you will need to complete your sandwich-based short order lunch sounds appealing, though, this is your place. I'm going to somewhat unusually give it a four star rating for its sui generis qualities and truly decent food, understanding that this is the rare four-star where I'd have to think hard to make sure I'm really and truly in that kind of mood to make me want to go back again. read more

Great place to eat if you are vegan/vegetarian and your friends aren't! I was expecting the atmosphere to be very hipster but it wasn't! I got the vegan French toast and it was very delicious. The portions were kind of small compared to when I make myself pancakes/French toast but it was very filling! If this place was in the city it would definitely be more popular but it kind of looked like business is very slow. The owner who was also the chef and waiter and hostess was very nice. There was a piano tuner while we were there and it kind of made the atmosphere a bit creepy but my experience was overall very good. Try the moonrise!!! Orange juice and vanilla soy milk omg SO DELICIOUS!! read more

Moon and River Cafe - Vegan French toast with watermelon slices and a cup of coffee! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schenectady, New York

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I have never seen so many vegan and vegetarian options. It is a super homey restaurant. My husband and I loved it here! The ambiance is fantastic, the food is great, and the price is cheap for vegetarian/vegan food. They also have food for meat lovers as well. Anything that has chicken can be substituted with soy chicken for my fellow vegan foodies. read more

I stumbled in here by accident while traveling and it's a really unique inside! The owner is fantastic. Tons of vegan and veggie options too!! Try the pie. read more

Not far from where Joyce Carol Oates found influence for her stories full of odd characters is the Moon and River Cafe. On the day I visited, I found the owner and his one sever to to be similar to characters in a short story that is unresolved at the end and makes you feel uncomfortable without knowing exactly why. Kitchen tables and mis-matched chairs are scattered around and old street-front store. There seems to be no real kitchen or prep area, as items are made behind a counter at the rear of the space. Walls are lined with book shelves, an old, worn out couch, and art from a local artist. Book shelves have books and a mixture of unusual items on them, all just thrown together haphazardly. Next to the books (some for sale) are items like the canned ingredients to be used for meals and a bottle of Prell shampoo. Really. The space seems somewhat dirty or perhaps just dingy. It was awkwardly quiet, with no background music. The owner and the server were polite and informative. I'm not sure if the server was new or just slow at processing and moving. He seemed very unsure of what he was doing. The menu is large and includes items with meat, without meat, and vegan. I ordered a vegan burrito and received a tortilla with a smear of refried bean paste in it. Two others with me had hummus and olive tapenade. All the food was moderately tasty. There is parking on the street and they do not accept credit cards. A flyer indicates that there is live music of some sort every day. I walked out thinking, "that was odd", but at the same time thought it was an interesting experience. I won't rush back there, but I would encourage anyone who wants an unusual experience to check it out. read more

It's hard to rate this place. It's definitely artsy funky, eclectic. It kind of feels like you'e walking into someones sloppy apartment when you go in....only there are some tables so...it's run by an old hippy who will want to chat you up. There's some pretty cool art in there. Particularly Alex Acevedos stuff, I ended up buying a print of one of his paintings. So, the ambiance is really weird...and interesting I guess. The food...was kinda gross and the drinking glass was icky. Cash only. So to sum it up, this place is worth going to at least once to "experience" it, because it makes for some funny stories but I wouldn't make it a regular thing, cuz it's kinda icky. Sorry hippy dude. :) Oh, another upside, they have some vegan and gluten free options...if you're desperate for a meal. read more

The Moon and River Cafe is tough to describe. It bills itself as an "evening coffeehouse with light vegetarian fare" but it's really much more than that. The food is great, the customers and staff are friendly, and the cafe itself is the sort of place that a community would naturally form around. Nightly free entertainment can range from incredible to awful, from a polished four-piece jazz band to a half-dozen amateur ukulele players jamming together. Their menu is extensive and their prices are very reasonable -- most items are less than $6. I loved the fruit and feta plate! To sum up: How can you not love a cafe that offers peanut butter and banana sandwiches? read more

Moon and River cafe is a nice little spot. We where first introduced to them at the Schenectady Greenmarket. We tasted some fresh made "salsa" (although it had no kick to it so it wasn't really a SALSA). It was very flavorful and tasty so we decided to give the actual cafe a shot the next day. We attempted to go for breakfast but stood outside for over 10 minutes waiting on them since they had a sign on the door that said "Be Right Back". So we came back for lunch. It felt like I walked into my Grandmas house. Smelled of old books and boiled potatoes (or something along those lines). We sat down and looked over the menu. I got a Curry chicken and veggie dish while my boyfriend got a Hawaiian chicken and veggie dish. There was just one guy behind the counter doing all the cooking, and he had a helper who brought us our drinks and took our orders but I'm not sure if it was his first day or not because he didn't know anything on the menu or even how to work the coffee machine when I ordered my "to-go" cup. We got our food which was piping hot, fresh, and pretty delicious. Easily something I could have made at home though. But I liked the fact that it was all local produce. Being that it was just one guy doing everything it did take a while. Over an hour for lunch. But, we weren't in a rush so it was ok. The bill was about $20 for 2 meals and 2 coffees so that seemed about average. I'd go here again and try something differen't. Maybe a breakfast item if they're open. read more

Maybe I'm biased because I instantly love almost any place that sells vegan food. So I was pretty excited when I got here. There are lots of options on the menu for both vegetarians and vegans. It's a little pricey for small portions which is why I have to take down a star. I'm a cheap skate, and have a monstrous appetite so I like to get as much as I can for my buck. The place has a lovely homy feel too it. There are fruits/vegetables and fish at the tables. The owner was there when I stopped in and was helpful in the ordering process. It's nice that the food takes a little while to get to you because it's all fresh and gets prepared right after you order it. I can appreciate that. I do wish the coffee was cheaper and in a bigger cup. read more

Located in Schenectady's historic Stockade district, the Moon and River Cafe is a little different than most of the food places I've tried, especially around the Capital Region. It bills itself as a cafe and coffeehouse, and even has live music every single day. It's a cozy and eclectic place that serves a lot of vegan and vegetarian fare (but not limited to that), complete with second hand furniture, and remember to bring cash, since they don't take credit cards. As for me, I decided to come here after reading that the cafe has some Mexican style dishes. So I ordered a couple of bean tacos, which were actually a lot like tostadas on a hard shell. The food was decent, but a little more expensive than I'd like for the meal I had. But don't fret, they have a big mix of different menu items, some which are quite less expensive, plus coffee is only a buck! I decided to give the restaurant a 4 star review because of it's uniqueness. read more

Dropped in to this small cafe while passing through on our way up to northern NY. The gentleman working, who I assume is also the owner was pleasant and helpful. We shared the salad of the day, a mango cilantro salad and it was DELICIOUS! I ordered the vegan enchilada on recommendation and was a bit disappointed that there were zero veggies inside and only a few skinny slices of avocado on top. My travel companion got the curry chicken and veggies and he was very satisfied. It looked and smelled great, with lots of large, fresh veggies. FYI this place only takes cash! read more

Tons of vegan and vegetarian options, reasonable prices, and quick and friendly service. The owner is very sociable, and happy to personally make you whatever you'd like. There are free live events going on almost every night, including music, dance, art, and other performances. The food is usually pretty good. I've had really amazing sandwiches here a few times, and once or twice I've gotten something that was pretty good, but not exactly what I was hoping for, and a few of their meals are on the smaller side. Even then, it's still pretty great! We stop in every so often, and I'd definitely recommend trying them out! read more

When Shades of Green in dowtown Albany closed, I was devastated. Who could move on with life without the delicious potato melt? I still miss it. But, I cannot believe it took me this long to find Moon and River. Another place right around the corner from my rock gym, one of my climbing partners suggested we grab a bite after an exhausting night of climbing. While I don't think anything will replace Shades, this was as close as I think anything could come. The menu is amazing! Dozens of vegetarian choices that not only included tofu, but tempeh as well. (Don't you feel like tempeh is harder to find?) I got a veggie stir fry with tempeh sticks- delicious. And what's more, a normal portion size. Usually when I go out to eat I come home with half the meal (or I end up eating the whole thing and then clutching my stomach in pain from eating too much). This was a freshly prepared meal with lots of flavor and just the right amount. Further, the atmosphere was very pro-peace, which I fully support. Anyone who supports sewing light in the world is worth my time. :-) So why four stars, not five? Personally, I never carry cash, so a restaurant that doesn't accept cards is kind of a bummer for me. And, because it's so small, it does take a while for them to prepare the food. Also, one night I went with friends and we were sitting enjoying our dinner when a performer went on. It was just four of us, and we were talking pretty quietly (and we were in the back of the cafe), but people were shooting us daggers. We felt unwelcome by the customers, even though it is a place to eat, in addition to being a place to hear music. That aside, the place is wonderful, delicious food, and lots of veggie options. I will definitely be going back! read more

My husband and I found this place while visiting Schenectady and searching Yelp for a vegan place to eat. The owner is so sweet and I really enjoyed the cozy ambiance. My husband had the vegan cinnamon French toast and I has the breakfast tofu scramble. Both were really delicious with fabulous flavor! We also had hashbrowns which were pretty standard. We were so grateful to have found a vegan restaurant in Schenectady! read more

This place is wonderful the guy I was dating did open mic here on Sunday last year and it was so nice we had dinner and our waiter and owner of the place danced for us read more

Great, quirky little place. The owner is very friendly. Offers an extensive menu with lots of vegan options. They are also very accommodating. My daughter returned for the live music and had a really fun time. It's a one man show so the wait can be a little long but there are puzzles and games to keep you busy and the food is worth the wait. read more

My family and I had the pleasure of visiting the Moon and River Café this past summer when we were traveling through Schenectady on our way to Vermont. It was late, we were hungry, and we were getting a little worried that every restaurant in town was either closed or had excessive wait times. We decided to give Moon and River Café a try, and it ended up being just what we were looking for.... we absolutely loved it! As soon as we passed through the doors of the café, we felt like we'd been transported back in time to a less complicated era. They had live music, the menu was fantastic, and the owner was so friendly. We ordered several vegan dishes, and the owner made some suggestions to make our choices even better. My 12 year old son still raves about the vegan Ruben sandwich, which was admittedly to die for! We left the café feeling like both our stomachs and our souls had been refreshed. We will always consider the Moon and River Café to be one of our favorite restaurant finds, and we will definitely go out of our way to visit it again. Our only regret is that we didn't have time to stop for breakfast on our way out of town the next morning.... read more

I was looking for a vegan place around Schenectady and saw this cafe on yelp. I entered the place optimistic despite the appearance but when I entered I immediately regretted it. I could tell the food was not going to be up to an average restaurants standards. There was one man I'm assuming the owner working and the place was completely empty and looked more like an old cluttered living room than a cafe. Still feeling optimistic I ordered a sandwich and to say the least it was awful. I felt guilty because the old man was so sweet so I tried eating it but I honestly couldn't get through it. I asked to wrap it up and payed the bill which was $9 for literally the worst sandwich ever. Sorry to the old man working it he was so sweet. read more

we stopped in when in town and wow! the quesadilla was amazing ! very friendly staff and fun live music ! will definitely come back

Great spot in a cool historic neighborhood with live Music every night which is very rare and very cool. Here is the deal.. the menu is ridiculously big and the coffee is horrible (reheated old), how about tea, sure let me just grab this lipton tea bag and plop it in a mug for you. Take this place for what it is, a cool hangout, but make sure to fill-up before you go and bring your own coffee because clearly they do not have a passion for either. read more

If I had a chance to come here a few more times I would probably have given Moon & River 5 stars. I was really glad I was able to come here before I headed back home to the Bay Area, actually, ecstatic is more like it. Its a sort of restaurant but it feels more like you are in somebody's kitchen. I went this morning for breakfast, before heading to the airport, and an older guy, who I'm guessing was the owner, made all of my friends, and my food, and he was a very nice fellow. I was given coffee with powdered soymilk, something I've never seen but I seemed to drink a few cups quickly. I also had a GREAT fruitbowl. usually fruitbowls are like grapes, cantalope. honeydew, some pineapple. This fruitbowl, however, had black seedless grapes, bananas, mango, pineapple, orange slices, annnnnnnd I cant remember the last, but it was amazing. my main breakfast was a tofu scramble with toast w/ olive oil on it. I was impressed. The tofu scramble was different, i usually expect loads of tofu but there was a lot of vegetables in my scramble that I was happy to see. Asparagus, peppers, onions, cauliflower, and a great choice of seasonings. The big plus about this place is that it is very, very cheap. Not in a bad way at all. Amazing prices. I would come here for breakfast all the time if I lived in Upstate NY. read more

Only went because of vegan choices. Dirty place. Waited 45 minutes for two sandwiches. Melted Turkey sandwich with 2 pieces of processed Turkey, and a vegan sloppy Joe. The French fries were raw and about 1" long. we had maybe 20 fries on the side . 3 sodas and the bill was 27.00. The cook/server was also on the dirty side. We both felt sick on the way home and just wanted a saltine cracker to get the taste out of our mouths. Yuk. read more

The menu is HUGE! ~90% of the menu is vegetarian and they make my beloved tempeh Reuben. I definitely need to try their breakfast sometime, maybe the Moroccan eggs... read more

Tucked away in the Stockade of Schenectady there lies a little place called the Moon and River Cafe. I've been there three times, and all three times I've been happier than any person alive after eating my meal. I honestly can't choose between my three meals which one was my favorite. Between the African Peanut Stew I had my first time, the Vegan Antipasto I had the second time, or the Vegan Reuben I had last Friday night, I can't choose which one was the absolute best. The decor is incredible. The ambiance of the music every Friday night is incredible. And most importantly, the food is incredible. Love this place. read more

Agree with other reviews, many reasonably priced vegetarian options which is often hard to find. Also very laid back and has an assortment of games to play while you wait for your food.... Which always takes quite a while, so make sure you're not starving or in a hurry. The food is pretty much like you would make at home and the portions are small but food is good and the desserts are excellent. Also plenty of seating and friendly, personable atmosphere. read more

Little, intimate, live music EVERY NIGHT, great and extensive menu ranging from vegan smoothies all the way to burritos... all made fresh to order in a small little kitchen prep area behind the counter. It's these types of places that keep me interested and coming back to schenectady... everything else sucks because people care more about what the places LOOKS like than for what it has to offer. Definitely a favorite hangout spot of mine.. The only reason it's 4 not 5 stars is that the coffee is usually luke warm, and this is definitely a place that can get a little crammed. read more

vegan omelet was the bomb. added mushrooms and "cheese", and it was phenomenal. decor is hippie chic, vibe is all relaxed and laid back. if you need class or luxury, look elsewhere. if you want really good food at dirt cheap prices, slide on in. wish they had beer and wine, but hey. read more