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A mostly whole food, plant-based vegan restaurant offering sharing plates, sandwiches, salads, bowls, kids meals, desserts and drinks. Open Tue 9:00am-3:00pm, Wed-Thu 9:00am-8:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:00am-9:00pm, Sun 9:00am-3:00pm. Closed Mon.
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421 E Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA, 22902
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 11 Nov 2023 by lance.botanical
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Added by Loxodonta on 18 Mar 2022
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56 Reviews
First Review by Loxodonta
MurrBurr
Points +72
Excellent Food, Atmosphere and Staff - Edit
I was driving through Charlottesville and stopped in for lunch, so first visit. The restaurant is nicely set up and has a cozy vibe. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The food and drink offerings are plentiful, with many grab and go options. We had the hash browns, cauliflower bowl and sweet potato bowl and everything was presented nicely and super delicious and flavorful. Great portion sizes too. We got a few desserts to go and a latte and they were awesome! If I end up this way again I will be sure to stop by. I wish it was closer to home!
Read morePros: Tasty Food, Cozy Atmosphere, Variety of Food/Drinks
lance.botanical
Ahhhhh, thank you so much for this glowing review - it was really so sweet to read! So glad you had the chance to pop in on your travels. I hope the rest of your trip was lovely & filled with other veggie stops!
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VeganVoice
Points +41
Heavenly - Edit
The butternut squash soup & cauliflower poppers saved my life tonight. Plus almond layered bar for dessert. I cannot believe my good fortune Botanical was open and not far from my job site . (It’s normally a two hour drive for me). This place is actual heaven. The staff are angels and the food is so unearthly good I could cry.
Read moreBackstory: Today I worked nine hours outdoors in weather resembling the Wizard of Oz when the tornado is coming, but also 10° below freezing all day. Bless you Botanical Fare !!!
Pros: All vegan menu , Delicious food , Kind staff
lance.botanical
This is literally so nice omg -- i hope the house that falls on the witch is us and it just happens to be right by your job site so you no longer have to drive 2 hours to be in our vicinity!!
Read moreBut actually -- thank you so so much for taking the time to leave this review about the food, staff & your time in our shop😄
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AngelinaBell
Points +33
Full vegan restaurant - Edit
So nice to have full vegan restaurants. Overall it was just an ok experience for me. I did like the sticky cauliflower, loved the butternut squash soup and the wonton nachos. Desserts were just ok. Service at tables was through a scan code. Everyone seemed very busy. Atmosphere was also just ok but they did have outdoor seating. Weather was cold so we sat inside. I have also been to the location in Crozet. Much nicer environment and service. But I certainly do appreciate an all vegan restaurant. Odd side note, the displayed art work was a turnoff to me. I understand art is subjective but simple 5”X7” collages were priced at over $200.
Read morePros: Good but pricey cocktails , Seasonal menu, All vegan
Cons: Inside environment not a fav, Service seemed lacking
lance.botanical
While we have no control over the pricing of small & local art, we are quite sorry to hear most things were "just ok". If you were looking to speak to team members & dine in, most people come up to the counter to have a conversation & place your orders - we then take care of all the service from there! (Bringing drinks, food, and bussing) The QR codes are mostly for people who want to place their orders quickly without having to speak to anyone. It isn't often we get mediocre feedback, so if you would like to air any more grievances or concerns, I would be happy to relay any more feedback to the owner!! Please feel free to email lance @ botanical fare . com (no spaces)
Read moreWe do however use a fair pricing model for our entire menu & do not price gouge on anything. The cocktails are priced that way, because that's the cost they need to be at industry standard and pay our bills. It is the bare minimum to remain open & profitable, and I hope you can understand.
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Catdogtor🐾
Points +496
will be back😄 - Edit
Have been here a couple times now and had good experiences both times. This last visit I had a sandwich from the fall seasonal menu and the miso Mac and cheese - thoroughly enjoyed both. Plenty of options, all vegan; also has coffee/espresso and some bakery😄
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so much for taking the time to write this review, perusing the book shelf, & enjoying our seasonal menus😄
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ViennaVegan
Points +1684
There's a new favorite in town! - Edit
Fantastic food, nice people, nice ambiance. You now order via QR codes at the tables - they bring the food to you on nice plates, cloth napkins, nice flatware.
Read moreI've had lunch, dinner and brunch here. Loved the waffles at brunch. Also the Mac and cheese.
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-03
Pros: Fantastic options, Casual, counter service
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for this review! (and thanks for uploading pics of some great latte art - that was definitely me hahah)
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AnitaH
Points +482
Amazing food! - Edit
Got a few items to share. Portions are not too big but definitely filling. The ambiance of the place is nice - decor is lovely. I wish there was hot sauce readily available but all in all, a great meal.
Read morelance.botanical
I looooove hearing that our entirely plant-based meals are filling. Thank you so much for coming in & taking the time to leave a review & post pictures.😄
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Mma13
Points +1616
Love to support a local vegan place! - Edit
The seasonal vegan crab cake really blew me away. SO delicious! The umami potatoes were delicious too. I’ve tried several other menu items that were good and these were amazing!! Portions are rather small for the price but the customer service here is incredible- the nicest people work here!! And the coffee is amazing😄
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-08-20
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for the review!
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skykat
Points +136
A plant based gem! - Edit
So glad we saw these reviews and stopped here during our travels to pick up our daughter from college. This place is wonderful! Fantastic friendly service combined with a well decorated, inviting atmosphere to enjoy eating in. They offer an appealing menu and we enjoyed everything that we ate. We ended up eating here again on our way back home. My pictures are from our 2nd trip back. We will definitely come here again on our future trips to her college! Highly recommend!
Read morePros: A creative menu of vegan dishes, Friendly service , Lovely decor
Cons: Limited street parking
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for leaving us this review!! We really appreciate it! I know this response is sooooo late, but the parking garage right next to us is actually free for the first hour! That's usually about the amount of time it take for someone to dine with us, and it's only a dollar if you need 30 extra minutes on top of that.😄
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KarinaLynch
Points +534
Very good! - Edit
We like this place!
Read moreGreat options, very homemade, friendly, and very delicious!
lance.botanical
Thanks so much Karina!
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FairfaxVeganFam
Points +462
Enjoyable - Edit
It was good! More like counter service than a full service restaurant.
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks!!
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TheTofuTyrant
Points +2164
Incredible - Edit
This eatery has so many good options—mostly whole plant-based! It’s also a super cozy spot and has a patio. I loved the miso mac & cheese, the sticky cauliflower, the crispy chix sandwich, and the cauliflower soup.
Read morePros: All vegan , Great food, Good coffee
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ChaseLaubach
Points +246
Good food in nice market area - Edit
Tasty Vegan options, easy to find,
Read moreCons: Expensive
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Nofilter79
Points +20
Wowza! - Edit
We live in Virginia Beach and very little vegan options. Probably the best I’ve ever tasted! We had the wonton nachos, sticky cauliflower and vegetable fried rice. Absolutely delicious. Can’t wait to come back!
Read morePros: Food, Location, Ambiance
lance.botanical
Thanks so much! So happy to hear you enjoyed everything & hope to see you again soon💗
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gib
Points +28
Local favorite - Edit
Relocating to Charlottesville, Botanical has become our family’s favorite local restaurant. They provide a menu that changes each season and balances unique creations with veganized staples. They have a great all-vegan dining facility with coffee bar, to-go options, and diverse selection of drinks. Great place for a snack and watching passerby at the walking mall or a night out for couples. We’ve loved every meal here and the service is outstanding!
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so much! We're happy to be a lil vegan haven in cville for all who relocate here 😄
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kaylab21c
Points +155
Great - Edit
The biscuits were bomb & the avocado toast was sooooooo good!
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so much! And thank you for uploading that gorgeous picture of the breakfast sandwich!😄
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clcrun
Points +49
Great vegan food, great atmosphere, great city. LOVE! - Edit
Botanical is one of my favorite vegan restaurants. The main dishes are all creative and satisfying. The desserts are delicious and memorable. Highly recommend going if you are in Charlottesville and want a fresh delicious meal.
Read morePros: Fresh ingredients, nice environment, menu changes
Cons: Closes very early so not great for late night meal
lance.botanical
Loved reading this review, thank you much!
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Slindbla
Points +96
Crab Cakes are the BEST! - Edit
Love this place! We’ve been twice and loved everything we’ve tried. I especially love the wonton nachos and the crab cake sandwich. The chef creates fantastic flavor profiles.
Read morePros: Food is AMAZING!, Ordering at your table is cool. , Staff are very helpful
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for the support! We'll be bringing back the crab cakes eventually.😄[check out our restaurant week menu]
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AaronBrown
Points +28
Wow - Edit
Super interesting dishes, everything we had was delicious.
Read morePros: Outdoor seating area extremely nice , Dog friendly
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review, it's so appreciated!
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Chip
Points +63
Tasty and Filling - Edit
Delicious flavors in a lovely setting with great prices.
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so much!!😄
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chett126
Points +65
My kids loved it! - Edit
This was such a wonderful place!!!! We visited while in town seeing Monticello. My kids said this was their favorite restaurant!!! Too bad we don’t live around here. The food was amazing! I am WFPB, and there were so many options for me. My only problem was trying to decide what to order!!! We were all so thrilled to have a charcuterie board…something we can’t find anywhere else. I highly recommend this place!!!
Read morelance.botanical
Hahah, yes we are very proud of our charcuterie board! Very glad you liked it so much & we hope you get the chance to come back someday😄
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IzzyEnxuto
Points +68
Delicious & Diverse - Edit
My friends and I shared several different meals and loved everything. The pastries are also excellent, and the price point is great. We will definitely be back!
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so so much!😄
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madewithhappiness
Points +13
Absolutely wonderful - Edit
What a great meal! One of the best plant-based/vegan/healthy eating restaurants I’ve ever been to, not only this but they’re also super queer friendly✨🌈. A must try is the rainbow terra and crunchy cauliflower bowel. I also loved their summer special drink called the lavender blossom cold brew.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-25
Pros: Crunchy cauliflower bowel , Rainbow terra , Summer special lavender blossom cold brew
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for the review! We plan on bringing back our lavender blossom syrup every summer😄
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TofuLuva
Points +99
Super delish! - Edit
Yummy bowls & salads featuring creative combos of flavors & textures with the freshest ingredients. A delicious change of pace from the usual boring salad offerings at so many places.
Read morePros: Imaginative combinations of flavors & textures , Nearly everything can be made gluten free , Generous portions
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for the review! :)
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bunnypuff1123
Points +52
Hit or miss depending - Edit
I’ve gone here a few times and I greatly enjoy their soup and mushroom sandwich, but I dislike their Mac and cheese
Read morePros: All vegan options , Fair prices , Quick service
Cons: Sometimes too cold
lance.botanical
We definitely understand the miso mac & cheese is a bit different, but we have changed the recipe up a bit since this review & we hope you'll give us another try sometime😄
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BethClarke
Points +26
Highly recommend! - Edit
Great selection of food - really tasty! Staff are lovely. Kitchen made us extra waffles since the first batch took a little longer than expected.
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so much for the review, we really appreciate you taking the time do this💗
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lastwordspoken
Points +90
Great food, great atmosphere - Edit
Botanical Plant-Based Fare is such a great find while out on the road. It feels a little more upscale, which is nice and all the options are fantastic. They have indoor and outdoor seating along a pedestrian only street. My tour mate and I got: the Veggie sandwich from the Spring Menu, the miso Mac & cheese, kale Caesar salad and wonton nachos. Everything was super super good and quality. The staff were also very kind.
Read morePros: So many options!, Quality food
lance.botanical
Thanks so much for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed it all enough to leave such glowing & kind compliments😄
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MattChester
Points +2852
Wonderful spot that you shouldn’t miss - Edit
Too great of food that you might miss if you just walk by. Very well done and reasonably priced, and nice mini market of goods to check out inside too
Read morelance.botanical
Thanks so much for the review! We really appreciate you stopping in😄
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