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Norma's Plant Based Cuisine

4.8 (162 reviews)
ModerateVegan, Gluten-Free
Closed • 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

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Brian R.

We were very happy to be able to get a vegan and nearly plastic free meal while visiting Florida. My sandwich and the platter were both delicious. The service was quick & friendly with reasonable prices. I appreciate the attempt at reducing plastic use and I hope it continues. I look forward to trying more of their food! This is the way.

Cheryl Emily B.

I geared myself up to try this local vegan plant based spot, I see others are yelping about too - as said it's basically a small cafe inside a book store. To drink, my eyes were on the green machine smoothie - needed to get my greens in, it included spinach, kale, pineapple, and mango (don't kill me if that's not exactly it to the Tee but went something like that) I was all for it too. Drank that thing right up and Im craving it as we speak. It's not overwhelming sweet just the right touch from the pineapple. They had some other good ones that look worth trying. For my lunch meal I got the lomo arepa. Vegan meat with peppers and onions in a tomato based sauce. I asked the lady working there what the vegan meat is made from - basically soy and wheat. The food came out super fresh, hot, and presentable. I will say it's not something I would re-order but I can see why plant based lovers are into it. I would come back if in the area to try another smoothie or lunch dish - we'll see what holds next.

Store front within the bookstore.
Stachia L.

Oh man, the customer service here is just above and beyond. I was greeted immediately and my order was taken. I explored the book store and groceries they had inside of the store. It was spacious and all types of cool decor signage. I ordered the chicken alfredo pizza and cocada /mango smoothies. I really enjoyed my cocada smoothie. It reminded me a nice cool porridge with cinnamon. I will definitely be coming back to get one. The mango smoothie was fresh and who would have thought that lime and mango works. First time trying lime and mango and it had my taste buds dancing.

Noice Seating area
Joe S.

Reviewed to the melody of "Let it Be" by The Beatles: When I find myself in times of hunger, trying to eat clean I want food from Norma's, Plant Cuisine Pleasantly surprised from, and seating so pristine I want food from Norma's, Plant Cuisine Plant Cuisine, Plant Cuisine, Plant Cuisine, Plant Cuisine, Eating food from Norma's, Plant Cuisine From Reubens to Arepas, stuffed like I've never seen Eating food from Norma's, Plant Cuisine The staff is very friendly, treats us like king and queen Eating food from Norma's, Plant Cuisine Plant Cuisine, Plant Cuisine, Plant Cuisine, Plant Cuisine Some of the best food, I have seen All the food is vegan, from animals you try to ween There will be an answer, Plant Cuisine Tucked inside a bookstore, so much more than beans There will be an answer, Plant Cuisine Best Day Tripper meal ever as it's not in our neck of the woods. Wish I could go more often as their hours are basically weekdays during daylight hours.

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Sarah S.

Can I swear? Cuz I feel bad swearing about a place in a church book store... But HOLY F#*K!!!! I can't say enough about this place. Greeted immediately by the owners who gave us recommendations and really made us feel so welcomed and appreciated for being there. Norma's husband explained to us how the restaurant came to be. Normas passion for her food shines through not only on the food you're served but her personal interaction as we were at the counter deciding what to order. As she was preparing another order she made sure to comment on her husband recommendations and add hers too. I had originally planned on getting a bowl with plantains in it but after watching Norma dish up some of her arepas I was sold. Best for me was the arepa stuffed with beef, cheese and sweet plantains. (ALL VEGAN OF COURSE) The arepas were the best I'd ever had. Warm and crisp on the outside and soft and buttery in the inside. I can't put into words how good it was beyond that. Just amazing. I also had an arepa stuffed with their chicken salad which Joe finished for me and he preferred because it was so darned flavorful. It didn't come close to the beef for me though. I can't wait to come back for more. The hours make it a little tricky for folks working full time on the other side of town. We only made it over because we'd taken the week off for vacation and made it during a week day. But now that I know how good it is, I will happily take another PTO day to visit for lunch during the week. If you're on the fence or haven't been because of the hours, it is totally worth going out of your way or taking an extra long lunch to make it. IT IS SOOOOOO GOOD!!!

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Mihaela C.

We love coming here. I had trouble finding it the first time because it's located inside the Adventist bookstore. It's a nice space and it has a nice energy. We have been a few times and it's always good. The fries are nice and crispy, the signature Norma burger is lovely, and we have liked everything else we have tried. Everything is Vegan. The owner is a kind woman that wants to offer good food for everyone so we are happy to come here and support their business. It's not a fast food place where everything g is pre-made so you might have to eat a bit to get your food but the good thing is that you know is fresh and made right on the spot.

Mango Slushie
Dominique D.

Mannnnnnnnnnnnnn, Norma has done it AGAIN!!!! This place is rockstar! Forget all the fancy chain restaurants or other places that have "vegan" foods, go to Norma's!!! Do not let the location steer you away. It's not the easiest to find and its inside of a christian bookstore but everyone is so friendly and its super clean. There is also a mini vegan store in the back of the business. When we arrived in the parking lot we couldn't find Normas plant based cuisine but after a quick phone call to the business we were given easy directions and saw we had passed it about 3 times already. Upon entering we were greeted and given the most friendliest welcoming and run down of the menu. There's several table and chairs for indoor seating which was very nice as well. There are options for days and I wanted one of everything because everything sounded delicious , but i composed myself and went for the impossible tacos with fries lol Each bite was packed with flavor and better than the last. These were not those baby street tacos, these were your grandmas loaded tacos!! Toppings + a Chipotle sauce! The fries were fresh and cooked to perfection. We also had a mango slushie that was fresh and sweet. I will be driving from Tampa to come back here and eat....IT WAS THAT GOOD!! Make sure you come here hungry and ready to eat the best thing you've had a in a long while :)

Chicken salad Arepas Rellenas "The Works"

This place is located in a cool book store/ vegan grocery store. It's a nice place to grab a bite to eat. They have great vegan options! The service is wonderful and everyone is very nice. It's a small spot with a few tables which makes it a great place to get some work done while grabbing a bite to eat or sitting and chatting over a nice meal. The arepas are delicious and I seriously order them every time. My fave is the "chicken" salad arepa with avocado! The sauces are very good and everything is made fresh. Highly recommend!

Norma's menu
Shakira N.

This is a gem. When you walk into this bookstore it's beautiful and quiet. Once you pass the lobby immediately to the right is Norma's deli. It has a cute little sitting area with an adequate amount of tables and chairs to enjoy your breakfast, lunch or anytime meal. The staff are very friendly and kind. When I arrived I ordered a green machine smoothie which had the right amount of sweetness and there were options for add ins as well like chia seeds, or milk. I ordered the smoothie as is and it was delicious and refreshing. The menu offers quite an array of options. At the register they have a hot plate of fresh empanadas you can buy for $3.99 if you just want a quick hot snack. I was tempted but instead I ordered the meat and cheese arepa with avocado and cilantro cream. They did not disappoint. The arepa had a crisp on the outside to the last bite. It was fluffy and moist in the inside and the cilantro cream was to die for. It was creamy and light with a touch of lime flavor. I loved it! I can't wait to return and try more of their menu items. While I waited for my food I walked around and explored all of the treasures the natural food store had to offer. As a vegan there are so many things hard to find and guaranteed this store probably has what you need. I ended up grabbing a jerky stick to try and a lb of hemp seed granola which was very nicely priced. If you're in the area or need to get away take a step into this awesome bookstore where you will definitely find things to purchase, explore and enjoy while you devour the delicious food Norma's has to offer.

Menu

This was my first time trying Norma's. I ordered Norma's house burger and an arepa rellena con queso. I browsed their book selection while I waited for my order, which took about 10 min. Their vegan grocery section is in the back. Burger was really good! The combo of quinoa, avocado, red onion, lettuce, cheese, pickles and tomato worked well, and it comes with a tartar aioli. Bun was nicely toasted and all the ingredients tasted fresh. The arepa was also very good, not dry or overly greasy. Prices were average. Cashiers were very friendly, and the dining area was very clean. Overall, I would definitely come back and would recommend to others.

Nathalia T.

Such an interesting concept I wish I saw more of. A bookstore, eatery & mini mart all in one. Normas plant based cuisine had so many great vegan options. The salad and green smoothie were delicious. Took 2 mins to get greeted but once we were helped the young gentleman was great. The the bookstore had such a cute kid section setup & the mini mart had mainly plant based options (which was a bonus). 10/10 recommend for a little bookstore with a twist concept or some lunch !

Domino arepa
Sharlene F.

If you are looking for some good plant based eats make sure y'all visit Norma's ! I had the domino arepa with cheese, black beans and plantains! Hands down the best plant based arepa I've ever had and probably the best arepa I've had in Orlando. It was super flavorful, perfect amount of ingredients and everything was super fresh! I would 10/10 recommend and I will be be back for more! Thank you so much!

Impossible 3 Tacos
Mel R.

I love trying out new vegan spots, so I had been eyeing this place for a while and finally decided to stop in! I was a little confused upon arrival, as it is located inside a bookstore! The bookstore was small, quiet and packed with religious books. (Definitely a Christian library). There is plenty of seating room in front of Norma's to eat inside if you choose. Everything on their menu is vegan! They have a lot of menu items, with different plant based meat(less) options. I appreciated the variety of foods, like rice bowls, tacos, arepas, smoothies, salads and even breakfast food. The customer service was great, I ordered the impossible 3 tacos. It was pretty empty when I arrived (one hour before they closed) and it took about 18-20 minutes for me to receive my food after ordering with no guests in front of me, and one after me. I don't know if they usually take long or maybe because they closed in an hour? The tacos themselves were good, the best part for me was the sauce. I really enjoyed it, and knowing that it was vegan was an extra plus! They packed the tacos with A LOT of vegan cheese, and that was my only downside as im not a big fan of vegan cheese. I would not be opposed to ordering the tacos again, but this time without the cheese. Their menu items did peak my interest, and I see myself giving this place another chance in the future.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh arepas, wide vegan menu, and friendly service. The pleasant atmosphere and bookstore setting also stand out.

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I went here for lunch with my coworkers and it was great. The restaurant is in a good spot and is…read morevery clean and spacious inside. The staff were really friendly and answered any questions that we had. I did the build your own crêpe and I got double portion of chicken, provolone cheese, spinach, tomato, mushroom, mushrooms, onion, green peppers, banana peppers, and honey mustard. I love that with the build your own you can add as many veggies as you would like! The crêpe was absolutely delicious and very filling. I also love that the crêpe was firm enough that it held all the fillings and you were able to hold it without it falling over and getting soggy. My coworkers who got the buffalo crêpe and another crêpe loved theirs as well. I will definitely be back to try more crêpes off their menu especially a dessert one!

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The Crepevine - The Crepevine in Altamonte Springs is the best restaurant to get a delicious quick meal. We specialize in sweet and savory crepes made fresh

The Crepevine in Altamonte Springs is the best restaurant to get a delicious quick meal. We specialize in sweet and savory crepes made fresh

The Crepevine - The Crepevine in Altamonte Springs is the best restaurant to get a delicious quick meal. We specialize in sweet and savory crepes made fresh

The Crepevine in Altamonte Springs is the best restaurant to get a delicious quick meal. We specialize in sweet and savory crepes made fresh

The Crepevine - The Crepevine in Altamonte Springs is the best restaurant to get a delicious quick meal. We specialize in sweet and savory crepes made fresh

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This place is a hidden gem. We originally came up to the area to go to a different restaurant and…read morewe were told that it was an hour long wait. Because we did not have the time to wait, we decided to look up something else and were in the mood for Asian food. We showed up at a dimly lit Plaza, unsure of what we would find. Much to our surprise, we entered the restaurant, and there were several tables open. There was probably only three or four parties sitting there when we entered. One waitress quickly, directed us to the table and the menus. Because I had never had pho before, I was at the Jeopardy of others suggestions and I was not disappointed. We ordered some dumplings for the table as well as edamame and it came out rather quickly. I ordered the steak pho, which showed up a little later. No lie, it was delicious and flavorful. It was way better than what I had been going out to eat for! The waitress was kind and quick to get our bill when we asked for it. The meal was affordable as well, which you don't see very often anymore. And the portions were insanely large. Highly recommend this place and I will definitely be back.

Good atmosphere, great food and service. I will be back! I…read moregot the steak pho and the slices were thin and easily managed with the chopsticks. The broth was delectable Friends got pork belly, dim sum, fried chicken and summer rolls. They ate everything with vigor!

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Chicken Wings and Vietnamese crepe.

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