I love South Park. I want to live in South Park. I want to be ingrained in the culture of South Park. So when Kindred opened, I was excited for a new spot to love, and a spot to enjoy with my ever growing list of vegan friends. I like the look, the large bar and the overall interior design. It’s quirky but interesting. Some of the seating is pretty odd and very tight to your neighbors. But I can live with that. The service was warm and helpful. But the drink. That first cocktail. The barometer for my first taste of Kindred… fell completely flat. I asked«do you have any happy hour specials». Her response was«we don’t as we feel our cocktails are affordably priced». The bourbon cocktail I ordered was $ 9. Not sure if that is affordable, but it is par for a cocktail in San Diego. The drink arrives. The low ball is half empty. Half of the low ball is ice. And where is my straw? I rarely am at a loss for words, but I was. I did get photographic evidence. The food was decent. As a non-vegan but a veggie lover, I went with the cauliflower entrée. It was fine, timely served and reasonably priced. I will go back once more, because I love South Park and because I love my vegan friends. I want to at least like Kindred, but a second drink of that nature will be my last. Here’s hoping to a full cocktail next time!
Charlotte H.
Place rating: 2 San Diego, CA
I had high hopes for this place and was pretty disappointed for a few reasons. I came on a busy weekend night, so I knew there was going to be a bit of a wait. What I didn’t know was just how rude the hostess was going to be. I get that it can be overwhelming with a large crowd, but she had a terrible attitude and wouldn’t take a moment to answer any questions, even when she was just standing at the podium. The drinks are okay. One bartender couldn’t answer a single question about the bourbon options. Some of the bartenders were a bit obnoxious to be completely honest. Food is okay. Tough spot for a restaurant with amazing places like Buona Forchetta and Hamiltons surrounding it. Décor is cool and definitely appeals to the community. Music was good. Waitresses were nice. Would probably only go back for drinks if I were waiting for a reservation at a nearby restaurant.
Karissa B.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
Kindred did not disappoint! I am gluten intolerant and was hoping they would have some options for me and it turned out they had plenty! They can make about 80% of the menu items gluten-free when requested(except desserts), including the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich! I ordered that without the bread and it was so delicious! The sauce is amazing and the«jackfruit» is so flavorful! I also love their homemade potato chips! My boyfriend ordered the same, sandwich style, and also loved it! We shared their dill popcorn as an appetizer and couldn’t believe how flavorful it was! Also, the waitress informed me that they are working on adding a gluten-free dessert item to the menu so I hope to see that soon. The only downside was the long wait for a table. We sat at the bar while we waited and ordered the popcorn since we were starving but it actually didn’t arrive in time so we had it transferred to our table. But as a vegan, it makes me happy to see a new vegan business doing so well only a month after opening. I do hope they start taking reservations though.
Tiffany T.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
Definitely a super cool spot. Came in on a Tuesday night and as you immediately walk into the door, the vibe and ambience of the place is extremely chill, relaxing, and the décor throughout the venue is really intriguing. Reminds me a lot of the theme that Consortium Holdings embodies throughout its restaurants, which I absolutely love. Got the Witchfinder General cocktail($ 9) as well as a beer cocktail that had fortunate islands infused, but forgot the name($ 9). Both cocktails were extremely refreshing and tasty and I can tell the bar knows what they’re doing. The Witchfinder General had a lot of ice in it which made me question how much liquid there actually was in the glass, but it tasted amazing nonetheless. As for food, I got the Memphis BBQ Jackfruit sandwich($ 10). Just as everyone else stated, it is AMAZING. Seriously, this restaurant is vegan, but even me being the huge carnivorous person that I am, this sandwich fulfilled me just as much as any one of my favorite meaty sandwiches would. Amazing and unique flavor and definitely a must try! Potato chips on the side as well. Also got the popcorn($ 3) and skewers($ 8), which were under the«Snacks» section. The popcorn flavoring was very unique and tasted a bit curry-like? My friends and I thought that, but it was a great snack. The skewers were comprised of tofu I believe and other vegetables drizzled in their own sauce. The skewers were appetizing as well, but I would recommend spending 2 extra dollars and just going for their main courses because with an additional 2 dollars to get something as great as the Memphis BBQ Jackfruit sandwich is much more worth it in my opinion. Overall, I would definitely come back. Service was very friendly too and that’s always a plus!
Roger M.
Place rating: 4 Little Italy, San Diego, CA
Hipster + vegan + crafted cocktails in one place? Yup, you’ve got it. Just think of this place as a vegan equivalence of Polite Provisions! The menu is still pretty small, food wise. But I’m sure they are working on the magic in the kitchen and expanding it soon. Cocktails are vast and you’ve got plenty to choose from. The Memphis BBQ Jackfruit is a must have. The addition of soy protein makes the jackfruit taste much more dense. Unconventional for sure as I’ve never seen jackfruit utilized in a dish before(let alone, a non-Asian food joint as this fruit is unknown to many people). Just think of it as a sloppy joe but with a vegan twist! Hearts of Palm(the flatbread was made with farinata, which is a chickpea flour flatbread) was another appetizer we opted for. We also ordered the beet risotto(beets as the risotto, topped off with potato scallion). If you ordered the Memphis BBQ Jackfruit, use the chips and dip it into the beet and sweet corn concoction. The flavors are lovely and blend together very well. I’d say this is more of an appetizer rather than an entrée as they have it listed in the menu but nevertheless your taste buds will still thank you for it. The hostess sat us down in the center back table with the centerpiece of the dining area being this massive head(with other creatures popping out on the sides of it). Sit there if you can, as you know damn well you’re going to Instagram the pic. ;) If you’re looking for some damn good food, this is the place. Though the specialty here in vegan food, come here with expectations of having good eats that just so happens to be vegan, not just solely for the sake of «trying» herbivore food!
D.A. K.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
Kindred is a testament to the inestimable influence of the late Sasha Petraske, who founded the bar Milk and Honey 17 years ago in New York. Petraske’s revival of pre-prohibition cocktail preparation, using quality ingredients, carefully jiggered, set the standard by which new bars could be measured, and the first in San Diego to measure up was the Stanton Bros.’ El Dorado. Their success and subsequent collaborations as part of The Consortium Group led to their Noble Experiment, Craft and Commerce, Polite Provisions, and several restaurants that serve high quality drinks. Consortium’s great cocktail program manager and bartender Anthony Schmidt, who learned from Sam Ross, Milk and Honey’s head bartender, has trained most of the great bartenders in San Diego. Running the cocktail program and head bartender of Kindred is David Kinsey, veteran of Craft and Commerce. That’s why the drinks here are top notch. The glasses are chilled, cocktails cold and delicious, made with respectable spirits, fresh juices, and quality bitters and syrups. I visited Kindred for the first time last night and Dave made me a top-notch cocktail of smoky mezcal, cherry and lavender liqueurs, and lemon juice. I asked for a recommendation for a bite to eat, and he recommended the Memphis BBQ jackfruit sandwich. It was ridiculous. BBQ jackfruit is a vegetarian cuisine staple, and as a vegetarian myself, I’ve had it in many places, and this was by far the best I’ve had. The addition of soy protein gives the jackfruit a meatier texture, the raw onion, tangy homemade sauce, and fresh grilled bread elevate the sandwich to perfection. I didn’t get a chance to meet the chef, but he gets vegan food down. I can’t wait to return and start working my way through the menu. A place with great drinks where I can eat everything? My new favorite restaurant.
Michelle H.
Place rating: 3 San Diego, CA
I had some pretty high expectations as far as their cocktails were concerned. Coming from a long line of restaurants and bars specializing in intricately made drinks, I was a bit disappointed with Kindred. My first visit here was during the midday brunch rush. The bar was packed. The tables were packed. The bartender, of which there was only 1 of at the time, was incredibly overwhelmed by patrons ordering their breakfast at the bar. Surprisingly enough, we weren’t even acknowledged for 10 minutes despite sitting smack dab at the bar in front of her. When she finally got around to placing our order(for drinks only), it became immediately clear that no one else behind the bar was going to jump in and help her make any of her drink orders. Bless her heart though, she took one of the drinks off our tab since we sat there so patiently. Someone lend the woman a hand! We ordered 2 things: Unbearable Lightness and Thundertaker. Unbearable Lightness was far too sweet and unbalanced. Thundertaker was stiff. My second visit came upon a midweek evening right before the dinnertime rush. My coworkers and I were able to grab a booth within 5 minutes of arriving, and service at the tables was far better than it was during my initial experience at the bar. Our server recommended the bowl of popcorn, which was BOMB dot com. I could not stop eating that thing, and I think they lowkey sprinkle some kind of crack in there. Definitely recommend the popcorn. I ordered food this time, opting for the cauliflower steak. It was large, filling, and flavorful, but I can’t justify the price tag. After all, it was still just a huge slab of cauliflower dressed in various purees. Get it if you’re hungry and here, but my non-vegan, non-vegetarian self would not go out of my way to eat it again. For my drink, I ordered the Ghost Chant. It was strong, but not all that tasty. Better than the other 2 drinks I had here previously. but still not as good as I’ve had from their other establishments. You’ll find their cocktail prices sitting at around $ 9, aligning closely with their other bars. Overall though, not my most favorite bar but it’s not the worst.(And if you want me to be brutally honest, I’d rather walk a few doors down to Hamilton’s for a beer, or drive elsewhere for a cocktail).
Erika B.
Place rating: 4 Hayward, CA
Hip, trendy, delicious & a place I would never take my meat-eating boyfriend to are all things that come to mind when I think of Kindred! The décor is stunning down to each small detail. Intricate fixtures, a ceiling of mirror like tile, great lighting, and a huge black beast wolf creature statue(?) that protrudes out from the wall! Even the bathroom décor is eccentric with framed pictures of cats. Came here on a Saturday night around 8 with a couple girlfriends. The wait for a table was an around 45 min to an hour(they don’t take reservations) but we were able to find a spot at the bar to get drinks before getting seated. The cocktail menu is extremely creative and unique so don’t be afraid to ask for recommendations. All of our drinks were delicious aside from one that had rose water which was just too strong for me and tasted like drinking perfume. Our server was friendly and helpful with menu and got all of our questions answered as I was dining with my friend who has severe food allergies. Even she could eat plenty on the menu! We got the appetizer sampler plate(the name of it is fleeting me now) that came with a pesto aioli hummus, bread, seitan, golden beets and fresh fruit. We also got the hearts of palm which was on this delicious chickpea ‘bread’ with avocado. The Wizard Bowl was also a huge salad. As mentioned in other reviews the Beet risotto stole the show so don’t fill up on only appetizers. Reasonably priced with drinks around $ 9 or $ 10 and most dishes around that price as well.
Rachel D.
Place rating: 3 San Diego, CA
Meh. Full disclosure I’m not vegan but do like vegan & vegetarian food occasionally. The pros: my cocktail was amazing. The bartender and food runner were really friendly and nice and we were seated along the window immediately at like 6:30 on a Saturday night. Oh, and the book they brought us our check in had a really immature and hilarious penis joke in it. The cons: the food was just ok(the pickles and cauliflower were good) — nothing I couldn’t make at home for the most part. Service was terrible. We waited our entire appetizer and meal to get water and I had to go get a cocktail at the bar bc the one waiter was impossible to get to come back once he took our order. Overall I’d skip it — would much rather go to s park brewing or buona forchetta(if for some reason the wait wasn’t two hours) on that intersection Alchemy was better IMO.
George P.
Place rating: 5 National City, CA
Dropped by here last night for some dinner before a show and it was amazing. It didn’t take long to get seated and all the staff we talked to were very happy and helpful. Ended up with a booth for seating which was super cool, and the place itself has a unique romantic/chill type of feel with it’s décor. Ended up ordering a ginger beer(served in a glass!), along with the charcuterie plate(so many good vegetarian items, especially the pears and the spreads) and a black kale salad(so delicious and the right amount of filling). Really enjoyed my time here and I do hope to make a return visit again in the near future.
Lissa -.
Place rating: 4 Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful space. Got the deli platter and it was yummy. Could have used more bread, though. Service was ok, though a little reluctant. Check out the weird photo in the women’s bathroom. Enjoy!
Liz K.
Place rating: 4 San Diego, CA
Ok let’s go star for star… Star 1 for the cat motif and cool seating areas! Star 2 for the awesome Memphis BBQ jackfruit sandwich… No BBQ, no jackfruit, but still filling, delicious and the BOMB! The chips that come with it are good as well! Star 3 for the Beet Risotto! OMG, this was FRICKIN delish! No words… seriously, no words!!! Just get it! Star 4 goes to the friendly waitstaff. Thanks for a great dining experience and your recommendations! Prices are fair however just shy of a 5 star rating because you do not offer any Happy Hour specials. Stopped in at 4pm(your opening) on Friday and drink prices were still over $ 9 a drink. Not cool. I’d come back for the food but would leave right after to drink elsewhere.
Walter M.
Place rating: 5 Oceanside, CA
If Slayer and Exodus raped Noble Experiment in a humid Golden Hill parking lot you would have Kindred. The spawn was such a mutant that it reverted back to when the blood lines were vegetarian, but since it’s 2016 and the mind always wins and the modern push has geared them to the Vegan plant based food option. Like a white satanic cathedral where you can atone for your carnivore ways by drinking away your guilt straight from the mixing glass. With hipsters running around San Diego rocking undercuts and underdeveloped mustaches this place is a breath of fresh BBQ scented air. There is no BBQ here(not even that sandwich), but even me writing it has you hungry now doesn’t it. I loved the former Alchemy, but a full renovation was needed, staff included as their food, service, décor had become stagnant. You can see the Paul Basile influence in the new design and the David Kinsey influence in the menu being heavy on the Amari, but when you think Death Metal Vegan bar you’ll be surprised at how soft the décor is, it’s not dark and overbearing, it’s almost European museum-esque. The drinks menu has 4 Apertif offerings, but sadly no digestif offerings(I came prepared with my own and they were glad to oblige with nods of approval). More than a dozen unique cocktails like the unbearable lightness(cappelletti and bourbon is a thought provoking combo as it’s normally paired with a negroni type drink). Spice must flow has tequila, cold brew, chili vodka and orgeat. It’s a little overpowering on the coffee and chili, but I can see where David was going with this. Brain Candle is like they are trying to make Balvenie Caribbean Cask deconstructed and then reconstructed into a cocktail. Faith Hammer is the strongest on their menu being very spirit forward. Beer cocktails are what mimosa laden hangovers regret not being. Small craft beer selection, you don’t need a good one when SD is saturated. Deli battle has lots going on. From cashew cheese to golden beats, lemon tomato spread. I asked for extra bread thinking it was not gluten free(I should have known better). Fried & Pickled makes for great snack food with the acid needed to stand up to spirit and herb friendly cocktails(stomach wise). Salt & Vinegar is a very bold dish that pairs well with beer. Beet risotto is more like scalloped potato topped rice corn chowder. Needs spice and tang. Wizard Bowl is a cacophony of flavors that is totally subdued by the champagne vinaigrette, rounds everything out. They could have gotten away with a maple vinaigrette and pickled the carrots too. The BBQ Jackfruit has no jackfruit for any Asians wondering, nor does it have BBQ sauce for everyone else. It’s still hearty with the soy curls, but need a sweet tang of Memphis styled BBQ sauce. Sourdough draws away from where your mind and stomach are leading you to. Like a cliff hanger that ultimately leaves slightly sad. Brunch menu is still getting off the ground. Like the cold light of day these dishes don’t look very appetizing. Now that you think about it as good as their normal menu is most only eat it for dinner, in the dark, maybe those aren’t that good looking either. They did very well opening and hit the ground running. Pretty easy with a wealth of experience tending bar, opening shop and a menu that’s pretty simple(think Native Foods meets an executive chef who turned vegan), but Brunch is a mess, long waits, wrong orders. I’m not vegan, don’t pretend to, but gave their food a shot because there is nothing else like it, but I think I’ll stick to the drinks here or when I’m actually trying to eat healthy. The Brunch crowd kind of dilutes the drinking crowd you should expect at a Death Metal Vegan Cocktail bar with people wanting mimosa’s and what you would find on the menu at Breakfast only places like Breakfast Republic. I’d rather hang with drunks than Sunday Funday-ers. All things Amari, All times different, All«Battlestar Galactic», All Transdimensional.
Akemi W.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
Goodfoodgoodfoodgoodfood! I have to agree with some of the other reviewers: the service really isn’t great. We had a horrible time getting someone to take our order, getting water, getting our check, etc. It seems like tables are not assigned to a single waiter, so we were never helped by the same person twice. And it’s hard to tell who’s a patron and who’s working, so you can’t just catch someone’s eye and have them come over to help you. But I don’t care about that if you feed me well, and Kindred did that in spades. The cauliflower steak was fine enough, but the purée it came with was AMAZING. Who would have thought that squash in baby food form could be something special? I didn’t recognize the seasonings, but I am definitely a fan. The jackfruit BBQ sandwich was even better: meaty, rich, and delicious. Meat substitutes can be sad and artificial, but this was just fabulous. The only thing that would have been better is if it came with a side of greens instead of potato chips. I never thought I’d be asking for something healthier at a vegan restaurant, but that was a little too much grease for my tastes. I also appreciate that they have several non-alcoholic cocktails on the menu. Didn’t get a chance to try them, but they looked good, and I appreciate that there’s something fun there for the non-drinkers. Can’t wait to come back!
Melanie N.
Place rating: 4 San Diego, CA
Holy cow, is this place hipster. I live in North Park and frequent all the restaurants in the area, so I’m used to that vibe and I love it. But, just a heads up for anyone who’s not rocking the facial hair, flannel, and ironic suspenders. The food was amazing. I’m a vegetarian, so when I heard Kindred was opening I wanted to try it as soon as possible. We had the deli battle(tray of assorted dips, veggies, seitan, and bread), popped corn(with garlic, chili, dill, and chives), fried & pickled(fried pickles and pickled cauliflower), and beet risotto(risotto made with beets not rice). I would recommend all of them, but my favorite was the risotto. The fried potatoes on top were an excellent addition, and it’s a mystery to me how they achieved the creaminess of the risotto and the sour cream without actual cream. My drink, the Sweet Leaf(scotch, ginger, lime, allspice dram, sage), was also inventive and delicious. I went during the soft opening, and as is expected they were still working out some kinks with the service and wait times. Overall though, an excellent addition to the neighborhood!
Kelly J.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
I was on the fence whether to give this place 4 or 5 stars, and then I went into the bathroom and saw the death metal kitty décor. I’m totally sold now on all of it. The incredible food, the whole death metal vegan theme(also those of you worried about the music, it is at a very low level and just kind of sets a cool mood without annoying you or getting in the way of conversation). Before we even walked in, DH was saying«I love this place!» So I’m pretty sure the mood was targeted specifically for him. He looked at the wolf demon skull thing on the wall with snakes coming out of it and said, «Dungeons & Dragons!» For me, seeing his excitement was already worth the trip there before we even ordered our food. The waitress recommended the caramelized banana pancakes, which may sound rich but were actually quite delicious and not too sweet. I didn’t even need the maple syrup, the butter scotch bourbon sauce and coconut whipped cream did the trick. DH and I ordered this and also the Tofu Benedict, and shared each dish. Both were so filling that I am glad we shared– I’m not sure I would’ve been able to finish one or the other all on my own. I can’t recommend one over the other, both were so delicious. If you get the Tofu Benedict, make sure you slice up the tomato and eat alongside, it is like a stewed tomato and goes perfectly with the dish. Service was top-notch, the suggestions for food were on point, and Cassie checked on us throughout the visit to make sure everything was copacetic. DH and I will be back to try the cocktails(which sound incredible), and the jackfruit BBQ sandwich. Oh and to enjoy the kitty décor. Do yourself a favor and be sure to check out the bathroom while you’re here. It will make you smile.
Tony C.
Place rating: 5 San Diego, CA
The moment I walked into Kindred I was already impressed with the complete remodel. The place is beautiful! It’s like polite provisions but with a darker side with skulls and ram horn décor. On top of that any place that plays Black Sabbath and creates some good cocktails will always get two thumbs up from me! The whole vegan thing has never drawn my attention. When someone suggest vegan for a meal my first thoughts are«yuck, I want a friggin rib eye steak.» After dining here last night I have to admit that Kindred has completely changed my way of thinking when it comes to vegan. To the point that I’m craving some of the food now. We nestled in at the bar for dinner and were greeted by Jonathan. John was great BTW and not being familiar with Vegan cuisine I asked him for recommendations. Jonathan also not being vegan gave us a list of his favorite plates and was I extremely happy with what he came up with. First we started with chargrilled seitan(yes, I had to google that), topped with chimichurri, harissa and a horseradish aioli. I was expecting some mushy tofu consistency but no. The seitan was grilled perfectly with a meat like consistency that I enjoyed. All the sauces combined were great! Garlicky, spicy, and a little zing from the aioli. Delicious! Next up was the beet risotto. Let me say that I don’t really like beets. I used to hate beets and usually stray away if possible. Not this plate! It’s prepared with a few fried scalloped potatoes that had a nice outer crisp and soft in the middle. Topped with a sweet corn sauce, scallion sour cream and the beet risotto. All I have to say is that I was wanting more and literally scraping my plate for any lingering little bits of beets. So good! Last but definitely not least. Quite possibly my favorite part of the meal was the Wizard bowl salad. The name is perfect because it’s like magic in your mouth. By far this was the best salad I’ve ever had. Butter lettuce, maple spiced carrots, poblano tahini, roasted beets, candied pecans. I know I’m missing a couple ingredients that made up this glorious salad. I would be completely content with a cold IPA and a wizard bowl for dinner. I highly recommend Kindred to any foodie, vegan or not, meat lover etc. I once was lost but now I’ve found the light. I believe!!!
Robert T.
Place rating: 4 San Diego, CA
Attended the soft brunch premier here 10:45AM today. Kitchen was running about ½ hour behind. Waitress explained that just the items with asterisks were available today. My tofu scramble was okay size-wise and quite delicious. My Fiancé had a dish with hollandaise sauce that she thought could have been more generous. I asked for a bloody mary but the waitress explained that they would only be able to make an interpretation of the bloody mary. Still, we like the place and dinners were very delicious and generous for the price.
David G.
Place rating: 4 San Diego, CA
I’d like to say that«vegan cocktail lounge» is a new concept for me, but it’s actually not. Charlie Was A Sinner in Philadelphia has been doing this for a while now(albeit 3 time zones away). But Kindred gives it a uniquely San Diego spin. I joined a guest here for an early dinner on Sunday. The place was already packed with people, but we were able to squeeze in at the bar. The décor is absolutely stunning, with a gleaming marble bar, mirrored ceiling, and lots of custom metalwork. It bears absolutely zero resemblance to Alchemy, the restaurant that used to occupy this address. The bartender came by for our drink orders, and I had a «Weapon of Choice»(pisco, Cocchi Americano, Aperol, orange bitters, cucumber), while my guest had one of the IPAs on draft. The Weapon of Choice was fine, but had too much of an astringent taste. Maybe I should stick to less aggressively boozy cocktails. For food, we shared a few different items. First, we had the popcorn, which was herbaceous, citrus-y, and absolutely wonderful. Next, we tried the«fried and pickled» platter, which was a delicious mix of fried pickles and pickled cauliflower with a ranch dip. The fried pickles were especially on point, with a nice crisp and not a drop of extra grease. As much as I liked the appetizers, the real superstar of dinner was the beet risotto. The sweet beets, corn, rice, and faux sour cream had a lovely texture and complex flavor. Definitely a dish to remember. My only semi-serious complaint about Kindred was the service. It was absolutely freezing in the restaurant, but the bartender and staff refused to close to the windows under any circumstances. They wouldn’t give a specific reason other than«we don’t do that» and an indifferent shrug — rude. I understand they’re trying to create a San Diego-y indoor-outdoor vibe, but — come on now — it’s December, for crying out loud! Climate control issues aside — I think I’ll be back to Kindred pretty soon to partake in more of their delicious dishes. I’ll just be sure to bring a parka.
Justin J.
Place rating: 5 Spring Valley, CA
The best new restaurant of 2015 came right before baby new year makes his appearance. Seriously, Vegan or not there might not be an eatery in town that captures complex flavors like Kindred. I have eaten at Chef Jeremy Scullin’s Blossom in New York before heading on my plant based journey, and I know the man as a clever innovator. His interpretations of classic cuisine inspire, delight, and confuse at their possibility without using animal by-products. Not a part of Consortium Holdings(Ironside, Underbelly, Polite Provisions) but from the same minds, and the space is chock full of the hipster interior design of the other properties. After catching a post on their Facebook account that they would be open on Christmas Eve, I arrived shortly before opening at 4pm and waited with about 15 other folks to be ushered inside. My selections from the menu: Snacks ~ Chargrilled Seitan Skewers drizzled with Harissa, Chimichurri, and Horseradish Aioli. Killer rendition of street food. Tastes like pork but better. Grab a local brew and order this if you find yourself with a carnivore craving. Dine ~ Seared Cauliflower Steak, Orange Squash Purée, Tahini Beets, small Puff Pastries, and an «Au Jus.» So many textures and tastes, it’s a fine dining quality entrée. To Go — Memphis BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich. Smoky sweet BBQ sauce, tender Jackfruit, Green Chili Aioli, Housemade Pickle, Grilled Onions, on Fresh Sourdough. As good a sandwich as a Texas BBQ haunt and I would happily eat one everyday for lunch. Sweets ~ Boring English Trifle. Sherry Lemon Cake, Banana Custard, Blackberry Jam, Whipped Coconut Cream. Phenomenal and the best dessert I have had in at least 2 years. No Bulls%#t. To Go — Cookie Dough Truffles. Eat Pastry Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Cookie Dough(find it at Whole Foods) covered in dark chocolate and served with a side of orange cream. The truffles are good but stick with the Boring English Trifle. Trust me. Ethically conscience nourishment, full of umami, with Sabbath pumping in the background and great prices. Come here and try something fu#k!#g epic.