Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
American
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Bakery
Catering
Gluten-free
Latin
Breakfast

Vegetarian restaurant serving breakfast all-day and lunch fare with a Latin American twist. Most of the menu can be made vegan if not already. Example of food include breakfast tacos and tostada con huevos, both of which may be veganize with tofu scramble. Additionally there are daily baked goods plus coffee and espresso drinks. Est. 2021. Open Tue-Sat 8:00am-2:00pm.


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45 Reviews

First Review by rcf717

stonecat

Points +989

Vegan
31 Dec 2025

Delicious

Love this place. Fresh and friendly. The soup was sooooo good and my chocolate chip cookie was the best!

Pros: Fresh food, Friendly service

Cons: Limited seating

bvegan13

Points +97

Vegan
22 Dec 2025

Great breakfast

Had an amazing breakfast here today. Hubby had the vegetarian breakfast burrito and I had the vegan version. It was amazing. Also shared a vegan blueberry lemon scone. It was the best vegan pastry I've ever had, seriously. Wish this restaurant existed where we live. Since we're here visiting, I'm so glad to have found it. Another perk was the dog friendly environment.

Pros: Vegan options, Dog friendly, Delicious food

Fidget2022

Points +20

Vegan
03 Dec 2025

Amazingly Delicious

Wow! was searching for a breakfast place with vegan options on my way to Jacksonville! What a surprising delight! The food was extraordinayily fresh and so flavorful! Worth a trip up just for lunch!

Pros: Grilled veggie cheese special! , breakfast tacos, Healing heart latte

OperationChowhound

Points +11249

Vegan
22 Nov 2025

Tasty Tostada

The Vegan Tostada included two crispy corn tortillas in green tomato poblano sauce topped with tofu scramble, refried beans, almond ricotta, and pickled onions. I liked it except for the cilantro that was not mentioned on the menu. They warmed up the chocolate chip cookie, which made it even more delicious.

Pros: clearly marked vegan options

VeganSteph16

Points +239

Vegan
11 Oct 2025

Amazing Spot!

This place is great! The food is fresh and tasty. The service was so pleasant and helpful.
They do have a few non vegan options, that a member of our group liked.
They offer unlimited coffee refills,and they sell bags of the fresh coffee beans there.
They also have a few vegan and non vegan pastries.

Cons: Non

CuddlyKitten

Points +415

Vegan
01 Oct 2025

Superb!

I had the vegan version of the breakfast burrito, and it was truly scrumptious! In addition, the hibiscus & champagne beverage i ordered was perfect! The lady serving me was very friendly, as was the other lady working with her.

I definitely intend to return, and based on this initial experience I highly recommend this place:: great vibe, food, decor etc.!

Pros: Food (Hearty - Rich - Healthy - Vegan Fun!), Vibe (Very Friendly), Decor (Relaxing, Tssteful, Clean etc.)

Cons: No

Copernicus

Points +2447

Vegan
26 Jul 2025

Rising from the ashes of The Present Moment

I finally know what happened to the building that once housed The Present Moment, which I believe was the only fully-vegan restaurant in the area. Buena Onda seems to be a spiritual successor, but I'm not sure how connected the two are.

Ordering is convenient: you simply order at the register and your food is brought to you. Most things are vegan or can be made vegan. There's also a little Micro Market in the back which sells various locally-made items and wines.

Overall the food was great. I had the day's special which was mushroom fritatas. I also had a lemon scone and a glass of Black Cat kombucha.

stefanietravels

Points +581

Vegan
13 Apr 2025

Great lunch!

Walked here from old town and it was worth it! Delicious bowl/kale salad with tofu on top. Espresso drinks with non-dairy milk options

Cons: Wish it was fully vegan

DebraDean

Points +32

Vegan
15 Mar 2025

Loved this!

Dear husband and I had breakfast here. DH (vegetarian) had the breakfast bagel. I (vegan) had the Present Moment bowl with added tofu. Delicious!! The women working behind the counter were everything wonderful! Pleasant and knowledgeable. We definitely recommend!

Pros: Great food - so many options!, Staff were amazing!

Cons: Not open for dinner. Closes at 2:00. 🫤

nlhaigh

Points +1187

Vegan
14 Mar 2025

Great brunch spot

We had a lovely breakfast that included a vegan rice crispy treats as an appetizer. No regrets.

Pros: Friendly staff, Delicious rice crispy treats, Parking in the back

Casbrrrrr

Points +299

Vegan
30 Jan 2025

Must Stop in St. Augustine

The food here is very fresh and flavorful with plenty of vegan options and delicious coffees and drinks. Only complaint was that they don’t have any spicy house made salsa besides cholula. Even if you’re not vegan I highly recommend especially for their lattes and cafe cubanos.

Pros: Fresh and flavorful food, Fast food, Great coffee

Cons: Limited seating

tcastillo32086

Points +19

Vegetarian
22 Nov 2024

The best

The food is never disappointing, it’s consistent it’s delicious it’s conscious it’s local they support they’re the best

Pros: The food, The comfort , The community family feel

Cons: None

HeatherFeatherTucker

Points +110

Vegan
06 Sep 2024

My favorite spot on town!

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE Buena Onda! Everything is so fresh and tasty!

Pros: Fresh and tasty food, Yummy desserts, Delicious coffee and drinks

KanabVegan

Points +316

Vegan
18 Jul 2024

Yummy but pricey

Lots of great vegan options, even pastries. I got the breakfast bagel and it was 5 stars- so delicious.

brookie457

Points +1513

Vegan
06 Jul 2024

Fantastic yummy lunch

We had a fantastic lunch at this restaurant, the staff is super friendly, and accommodating. The restaurant was clean and well decorated. I would highly recommend this place. 

JenniferNolan

Points +40

Vegan
16 Mar 2024

Unfortunate

My husband and I stopped here this morning for breakfast. I ordered the vegan breakfast tacos and a golden milk latte, and my husband got the Tostada Con Huevos and regular coffee. The latte was fantastic. Loved it. However, neither of us enjoyed our food. My tacos were heavily over salted, with each component being extra salty in itself. It also only had a one textured mouth feel, very mushy. My husband said his was overly salty as well and had so much sauce covering everything. It was all he could taste. I was hoping to love this place after all of the great reviews, but unfortunately, we won't be back 😢

Pros: Golden latte was great, Atmosphere was nice, Staff was friendly

Cons: Overly salty, No texture in the tacos, Too much sauce

RVoyagers

Points +107

Vegan
30 Jan 2024

Clever and DELICIOUS

We were in search of a good spot to have a meeting and hopefully some yummy vegan food. This place KILLED it. Service/people were amazing and the food.. holy crap 😳 .. buckle up and ask for napkins

Pros: Clever, fantastic food, Adorable atmosphere, Super friendly and exceptional service

squeak904

Points +26

Vegan
20 Jan 2024

First timer

Flavorful and delicious! Will be back!

BriLeigh

Points +26

Mostly Veg
25 Nov 2023

Incredible

Some of the best food I've ever had. Veg, non-veg, doesn't matter, some of the best food I've ever eaten. My husband wants to make a trip just to eat here again.

Tati.Aracena

Points +58

Vegan
03 Aug 2023

Best spot ever

Get the avocado toast and add tofu scramble. You’re welcome!

Pros: Delicious

lisakw

Points +1433

Vegan
25 Jul 2023

Could stay there all day!

This restaurant had a wonderful assortment of breakfast and lunch items. Had great drinks, including espresso drinks a nice mugs. The food has a slightly Latin tinged influence. We had empanadas and fusion tacos. Super nice service. Don't forget to check out the trendy store in the back near the bathrooms!

dms1971

Points +27

Vegan
22 Jul 2023

Perfect

We were so glad we went a little off course to have lunch at Buena Ondo Cafe.
My 14 year old son had the daily special which was the superfood veggie burger with vegan cheese on GF bread. It was a huge, sloppy sandwich that he said hit the spot.
I had  the “present moment bowl”, which has kale, lentils, squash and tons of flavor. My husband had a tofu Banh Mi on GF bread. Another big, sloppy sandwich that was worth the stop.
All in all we were very happy with our lunch experience and would highly recommend.

craigmc

Points +41508

Vegan
07 Jul 2023

Good options

Nice cafe with lovely people offering a decent selection of vegan food and dishes that can be made vegan.
One special, one toast and a breakfast burrito were all enjoyed. Sweet treats finished the meal.

Pros: Staff, Good options , Fresh

carmy_m

Points +32

Vegan
27 Jan 2023

Love this place

Food and service always great , love having a place where I know I will always find great vegan choices #Veganuary

Cons: Closes early;)

greysonstrzelczyk

Points +237

Vegan
13 Dec 2022

Truly good vibes.

This place is a true embodiment of its name, Buena Onda. The staff are kind and friendly. The ambiance is serene and peaceful. The food is delicious and wholesome. I got the vegan breakfast burrito, and my friend got the lentil & quinoa veggie breakfast bowl. They both offered generous portions - super filling! They have vegan pastries and a lot of drink options available as well.

Pros: All vegetarian, but everything can be made vegan., Friendly staff

Cons: A little pricey

M’Rea

Points +62

Vegan
22 Nov 2022

Options Options Options

This great environment makes it easy to relax and enjoy a filling meal even for this vegan. Clean, great service, many options and delicious beverages!

Pros: Variety of beverages , Gorgeous inside

colbyjam

Points +117

Vegan
01 Nov 2022

Delicious

Tasty tofu banh mi & soup combo. Lots of vegan options. Definitely coming back.




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