Billed as "the vegetarian and vegan waterhole," this cafe offers a simple menu that includes veggie burgers, a noodle soup, juices. Falafel offered on Friday. Busy on weekends. Loud music. No storefront sign, just the street number. Accepts debit cards. Open Mon 11:00am-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 10:00am-10:00pm, Sun 10:00am-9:00pm.
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10844 82nd Ave (at Old Strathcona), Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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49 Reviews
First Review by greensky_888
XenaWarriorPrincess
Points +2619
Great veggie spot near the university - Edit
Tasty vegetarian comfort food in a bright, airy atmosphere near the university campus. More than half of the menu is vegan. I especially enjoyed the donair and the pumpkin mac and cheese, both of which are on their "back from the vault" menu of old specials. The portion sizes are generous and the staff are friendly.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-12-10
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C4077
Points +25
Hidden Gem - Edit
Food was amazing, offered lots of variety of food and drinks.
Read morePros: Variety, Taste, Homemade
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BOO2U2
Points +68
I liked it and would definitely go again. - Edit
Great place. The food was great, the service was great and the price was fair. The dessert was one I will be dreaming about for years to come - that blueberry cheesecake was to die for!
Read morePros: Amazing food., Bright and welcoming atmosphere, Loved the cheesecake.
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Neeks91
Points +91
Excellent - Edit
Food, service, and value were all excellent!
Read moreWill definitely make it a point to go back
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DaveMoorhouse
Points +112
Great spot, friendly service, excellent food - Edit
The food was great, the service was excellent. Will definitely be back again!! I had the Huevous Rancheros made with tofu scramble it was amazing!!
Read morePros: The breakfast options were great , Fast friendly service
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Chilaf
Points +385
Excellent - Edit
Food was excellent. I had the burger and fries and both were the best I’ve ever had. We also had their soup like, not sure the name on the menu, but my bf really enjoyed it. I also got a brownie and it was good but heavy.
Read morePros: Good food , Wifi
Cons: Parking
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Garlicvegan
Points +179
Outstanding - Edit
Delicious food, casual/fun atmosphere, lovely staff. We were in Edmonton 2-1/2 days and ate here twice!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-08-21
Pros: Delicious food, Friendly staff, Good price
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doubtfulfox
Points +401
Cozy - Edit
Great place for brunch! Lots of options!
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NayeliAbrego
Points +2987
Never disappoints - Edit
This is the first veg place I ever went to in Edmonton back in 2018, and I couldn't stop dreaming about it until I returned in 2021! It was even better than I remembered. Everything is delicious, and the interior design is my plant-loving, twinkle-light café fantasy. My all- time favourite is the Open Secret Bowl (which I think has been removed 😭). I also love the Breakfast Bowl! Plus their desserts and drinks are amazing. You really can't go wrong here 🥰
Read morePros: So many options, Extremely delicious, Consistently good
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aquarichy
Points +143
Stellar - Edit
Delicious meals and beverages. Wonderful staff who were very accommodating. Great vegan desserts.
Read moreIt was truly excellent pumpkin pie. Someone who I think was the owner was working and was amazing to customers too.
Updated from previous review on 2022-11-22
Pros: Pumpkin pie, Food and tea, Service
Cons: Poor signage outside, Pricey tea (though neatly served and tasty)
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JohnPrior
Points +1033
Never disappoints - Edit
No matter what I choose to eat, it’s always delicious.
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ana.raluca.mariana
Points +42
Delicious and Satisfying - Edit
Great experience! Great vegan sour cream 😃
Read morePros: Food is prepared fast, Vegan options , Accommodated if the food option is not vegan
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Ccoad
Points +16
Delicious Vegan Food - Edit
Loved everything I’ve tried here. My favourite are the XL Mosaic wings and ceasar salad.
Read moreOn my last visit on August 28, 2021- our sever was exceptional good for a table of about 10 people.
I had Huevos Rancheros veganized with potatoes instead of the tortillas. The cashew sour cream was so good! I also had an iced cashew chai which hit the spot after a match down Whyte in the sun!
It’s a little tight in here for seating but I’ll ignore that for the excellent food and friendly service.
Pros: Yummy desserts , Trendy atmosphere, Good location
Cons: Small quarters
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ndorward
Points +22
Awesome food and service - Edit
We had a fabulous dinner and enjoyed every bite. Great drink options too
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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JoeBlow
Points +83
Yummy vegan food - Edit
Healthy, nice atmosphere
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ThePrairieVegan
Points +357
Great vegan Restaurant in the heart of Old Strathcona - Edit
I visit Cafe Mosaics all the time, but I also don’t go enough. It’s bright and clean and fresh, but feels as comfy as a college hangout or mountain lodge.
Read moreThe food is creative and tasty, and there are options for everyone no matter how hungry you are or what mood you are in.
Staff are fabulous folx who brighten your experience.
Looking for plant based meals near the Fringe or University, you have found it! Enjoy!
Pros: Lots of vegan options , Great flavours , Lovely atmosphere
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trmanuel
Points +115
Cute spot, awesome food - Edit
Had the curry and LOVED it
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abarnett19
Points +26
Best Vegan Food in Edmonton - Edit
I go here all the time and am never disappointed! My favourites are definitely the pho and mac and cheese and you h a v e to try them if you go. The atmosphere is really great - Café Mosaics is the place to go if you’re wanting anything from a quick snack to a full meal.
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intikhana
Points +194
Good food and great range of drinks - Edit
Friendly staff and nice little patio seating on the Ave also. Can get really busy, but worth waiting.
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GFvegangal
Points +52
Will definately return - Edit
First time visit was impressive. Very tasty with generous portions. Good vegan and gluten free options. Nice casual vibe.
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Lucyben
Points +175
best and biggest - Edit
this place was insane. I'm not sure if it's because I'm not from North America but the portions are huuuge. and so so yum, the scramble tofu was in another league and I haven't had the cupcake yet but it looks ridiculous. I've been in Edmonton for two days and this is my second meal here...struggling to see why you'd go anywhere else.
Read morePros: shout out to free wifi , good playlist, huge portions
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SarahMariee
Points +94
Amazing Brunch! - Edit
Stopped by for a quick brunch on the way back to Calgary and was blown away. Super accommodating and helpful! They also have amazing lattes and vegan treats. Highly recommend this place
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Can modify many dishes , Great variety
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Madimassacre
Points +277
It’s a nice time if you don’t mind the wait - Edit
I’ve been eating at Mosaics for years. They’ve had renovations, menu changes, new staff... and yet staff training seems to be overlooked. Every time I’ve been here it’s been slow service. Or even rude.
Read moreTonight I dined in with a group of friends. When I asked what the soup of the day was the waitress didn’t know and had to go ask the kitchen. When she returned she informed me that it was spicy asparagus, which she described as sounding “weird”. Didn’t sell me on the soup, had the kale caesar.
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Mon7que
Points +206
Fave place to eat! - Edit
This restaurant is my fave place to eat in Edmonton! I love the variety in the menu! You can choose between healthy options (which still taste yummy) or more deep fried/sweet options.
Read moreI wish so badly they’d go fully vegan! Pretty pretty please!!! I know The Moth Cafe is their sister restaurant and is vegan, but Moth has less options... and are missing out on some of my faves.
Faves/highly recommend:
Toona Wraps in lettuce leaves is a mussst (wonton wrappers are no longer vegan), unicorn burger made vegan without the egg or dairy cheese, Pho with extra veggies, Happy Cow Stirfry, Laughing Monkey Hot Pot, Stay Gold Pony Boy (Mac n cheese! This is dif than typical Mac... but it’s yummy! And the portion is small be warned!) and their chocolate cake!! (Topped with chocolate ganache and berries. Sometimes it’s been a bit dry but I find this will happen with some small restaurants)
Ps: Cafe Mosaics please go vegan and I will talk about you in every 2nd sentence of mine!
Sincerely a HUGE fan. Love you guys lots!
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Cons:
-smell of eggs cooking sometimes when you’re sitting near the kitchen. Since going vegan certain animal products bother me more ... might sound snobby but it’s the truth.
-Sometimes it takes a long time for the waitress to make a drink. I’ve come to expect that service here CAN be a bit slower but overall is usually good.
Pros: Huge variety, I’ve enjoyed every item I’ve ordered!, Cute decor
Cons: Can smell eggs sometimes when you sit near kitchen, Slow service sometimes, Not fully vegan. Come on, you can do it!! 2019? ;)
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Chelseachernobyl
Points +817
Food mostly good but.... - Edit
I feel kind of bad giving this place a 3 star but this is why: had a few things from here which were very yummy. Liked the mushroom pate and the vegan Benny. The sausage also tastes/ is delicious field roast. The cupcakes are amazing. The veganized croque madame was bland, but they can’t all be winners. The service is sometimes a little slow but friendly. The music is very loud and makes it hard to talk. The real issues though are that a client stopped here to get a bunch of cupcakes as a surprise treat. Incredibly nice of her but every cake was in its own individual plastic container.... like what the heck? Also got a small baked good and instead of a small cardboard bag it was given in a massive grocery sized brown bag..... maybe they were out of small bags. Also no refills on DRIP coffee, which knowing the mark up on coffee is pretty nuts. They don’t even charge a small refill fee but a full $3 for a second cup.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Decent food
Cons: Uses plastics, Very loud music, Expensive and no coffee refills
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efenosvriemen
Points +1872
Amazing - Edit
Went here for the first time the decor is beautiful and i will definitely be going back. I love that almost the whole menu is vegan.
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RisingMoment
Points +89
Love Love Love - Edit
This is by far my favourite place to eat! I love going in here and having the option to ask myself what I am in the mood to eat. There is such a great selection of food, and 95% of the things I've tried, I've loved.
Read moreThe unicorn burger, laughing monkey hot pot are my #1 choices at the moment but you really cant go wrong with anything on their menu!
Pros: Great Location, Amazing Food / Flavour , Love the atmosphere & people
Cons: Music is too loud = struggle to converse
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