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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Bathroom of the restaurant, through a hall in the adjoining building. Queer/Trans pride is welcome and appreciated.
    Daniel J.

    A delightful respite from the meat-heavy standard of other restaurants. I loved the diverse menu of vegan options. I'm only vegetarian (ovo-lacto) so I would have welcomed some augmentation for some items, but I'm never sad to try a fully vegan meal! I had a delicious "ABLT" sandwich, featuring a "tempeh bacon" which was delicious. My dining partner had a less stellar time with the "compost plate" which, and maybe he read the menu wrong, was comprised of all cold, gloppy items. Everything tasted good-ish, but the presentation and choice of serving everything cold made it lackluster.

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    Alexandria P.

    My favorite vegan resteraunt in Rochester! One of my go- to's for whenever I want a delicious and healthy meal out! Staff is helpful and kind, very comfortable resteraunt ambiance, and delicious food! My favorite dishes are the fruit and cheese platter, any of their salads (specifically Caesar), and their veggie-loaf plate! I also love their desserts!

    Steak bomb
    Celina G.

    Tried this spot for the first time last month - sandwiches were delicious- lentil Burger, tofu egg sandwich, steak bomb sandwich. We also hand a GF chocolate chip cookie which was also good. We are not vegan but do enjoy vegan food and we're already making plans to return with family/friends. The wait for our food was a bit long but understandable as it was a bit busy- obviously a popular take out place, too. The only thing I would change is not ordering sesame sticks as a side (no photo here). I wasn't sure what to expect and they just looked like the Trader Joe's sesame sticks.

    Chicken Caesar wrap with sesame sticks
    Kate B.

    We went to the Red Fern on a Thursday for lunch and were seated quickly on the patio. It was a lovely spot to sit and watch the people go by. This restaurant deserves all the good reviews. It's not just good for a vegan restaurant, it's just plain good! The menu was super diverse with lots of options for all preferences. I had the special which was a mexican rice bowl and our other guest had the chicken caesar wrap with sesame sticks. Both meals were outstanding. Delicious, ample portions and very fresh and flavourful. Our server was pleasant, timed his visits well and looked after us perfectly. I would definitely go back ... loved it.

    Grilled vegetable focaccia sandwich and the curry peanut Soup of the Day - Cup (8oz).
    MJ K.

    The Red Fern serves its purpose incredibly well, and has a lovely, homey vibe, tucked away half-underground. The menu is entirely vegan and can be largely made gluten-free, and thus is an easy place to bring folks with dietary restrictions. However, the food is quite pricey for what you get, and despite my desire to really love the restaurant, I can never quite get there. The pastries and soups are the best things there, in my opinion, and the staff are very accommodating of other dietary needs such as allergies. I wish I could leave half-star reviews, because for me, Red Fern would sit at a solid 3.5. But honestly, their dedication to providing a completely vegan option in Rochester is commendable, and more than worth that extra piece of star.

    Sierra S.

    The most delicious birthday cake! Red Fern knocked this vegan Triple Chocolate Cake out of the Park! Not only was the cake flavorful and not dry, it was beautiful as well. When I went in to pick up the cake, it was a busy Saturday night. There was one person working the counter. She was friendly and let me know she'd be right with me. After I spoke to someone, they were attentive in getting my cake right out to me. The ambiance inside is comfy cozy, although I wasn't there this time to dine in. I will be returning soon for more cake orders and likely dinner or lunch. Thank you Red Fern for making his 40ish so special.

    Flat Bread special 05.13.2025

    Fabulous Flat Bread special 05.13.2025 Always a great option. Great food Great service

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    Melissa S.

    I found their menu online as I was looking for someone for lunch on a day trip to Rochester. They are a vegan restaurant tucked into a little corner of a quaint building in the gorgeous Park Ave area of a Rochester. The red double doors into the place was my first awe moment! I'm very into the ambience of a restaurant. The inside is super sweet with white chairs and a home-like vibe. It is small, but we were there during daytime on a Friday so there was no wait at all. There is also some outdoor seating. I had the grilled cheese on sourdough with avocado. The cheese spilled over the sandwich! It was super tasty. I had a side salad with their signature balsamic. Delicious! They also have a good selection of smoothies that went down amazingly for the kids! They loved it. I ended my lunch with the most amazing rainbow sprinkle rice crispy treat! I highly recommend a visit to The Red Fern!

    Steak Bomb
    Alicia L.

    Red Fern is always a win for me. I look forward to their weekly specials, and if I'm not feeling any of those my go-to meals are .. Buffalo Bleu, Steak Bomb, Compost Plate w/ lentil burger, and Steak & Potatoes. The Fruit and Cheese platter is a must for an appetizer ! And as far as desserts.. I've tried most and I'd say their cheesecake is pretty good. I'd pass on the regular cakes though as they can be dry from time to time. It's hit or miss. Cookies are sometimes too hard as well but still flavorful. Overall, 5 stars for me. I love this place and have been here well over 15-20 times. They're one of the only vegan places, if not THE only, that has consistent hours, and I can rely on them to be open from lunch until late. Whether I want a smoothie or a snack. And I should mention that I usually get my food to go unless I'm meeting with friends. But have eaten inside plenty of times. It can be tight in there, so I prefer sitting outside when I do. Staff is always super friendly, and my food is usually ready to go when I arrive to pick it up ... except one time I had to wait almost an extra 30 minutes... But that seems very rare. Parking can be a little annoying too, but they do have the back lot available until 5pm I believe .. and if you circle the streets long enough something will open up.

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    Great service. Delicious fresh food. It has a lovely cozy feel inside. We were there for lunch.

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