Vegan
American
Organic
Fast food
Take-out
Opened Aug 2018 this vegan restaurant specializes in vegan coney island style hot dogs and chili cheese fries. Also serves big mock burgers, seitan gyros, loaded fries, plain fries, and cheezy potato skins. For dessert find vegan cake and ice cream options. Uses organic and non-gmo ingredients. Reported closed December 2022.
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53 Reviews
First Review by AshleyAbdenour
intenselyclever
Points +194
Fast, Amazing, Vegan - Edit
Went here two days in a row because it was so delicious. Completely vegan food. Concept is vegan versions of traditional fast food, except exceptionally delicious. Get the loaded waffle fries (queso, “bacon” bits). Had the “whopper” and the gyro, not excellent. Would consider traveling to Detroit just for this restaurant.
Read morePros: Fast, friendly service, Vegan, AMAZING
Cons: None
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MorganZach
Points +681
AMAZING CONEY DOGS - Edit
Must try coney dogs, moderately expensive and not a lot of parking, but GREAT food!
Read morePros: Amazing food
Cons: Parking locations
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Lthomas924
Points +30
The absolute best burgers! CMB never disappoints. - Edit
I love 45 minutes west of Detroit. Anytime I am near the city or want a bomb burger Chili Mustard Onion is my choice. The Big Mock and The CMO King are better than the originals.
Read morePros: Food is top notch!
Cons: Small place but so worth the wait.
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CoreyS
Points +527
HEAVEN - Edit
As a guy who lives in LA and can go to countless vegan spots without issue... THIS PLACE IS BY FAR THE BEST FOOD OF THEM ALL. Zero doubt. This is the real deal. Woah!
Read morePros: EVERYTHING
Cons: That this place is not in LA.
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Dcarter81
Points +28
Great Experience! - Edit
The food was great and the service was awesome.
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xhelpmerhondax
Points +38
Sooooo good! - Edit
I finally got to try CMO and my friend (who’s not vegan) and I both loved it. We tried the coney dog, cheese fries, and the Big Mock. I loved all of it. I was surprised to like the burger as much as I did because I had the Beyond Meat patty at a restaurant in another city and didn’t care for it, but they prepared it much better here. I have no idea how they make the cheese fries but they are exactly like I remember them from when I was younger. Service was good overall but they did forget one of the items we ordered (but we weren’t charged for it and we were plenty full, so it wasn’t a big deal). I like the decor, but I wish there was more seating (and more parking, though there’s plenty of street parking for now too). Also, the dessert availability was low so we didn’t try any desserts this time, but I might try popping in just for that next time I’m in the area. The only thing I wasn’t a hug fan of is the plate the coney dog is served on. It’s cute, and it holds the dog upright, but I found it a bit difficult to cut the dog on and at one point I slipped up and dropped my chili covered knife onto my lap, but it’s fully possible I’m the only one with that issue, and most likely I’ll just ask for it to be served on the regular plate next time.
Read morePros: good tasting food, friendly staff, good sized portions
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Damntastyvegan
Points +961
Love this place - Edit
Came here for lunch on a Friday. Was pretty busy but only had to wait 10 minutes. The food was amazing and such a great idea. There’s finally a vegan Coney Island in Detroit. Waitstaff was extremely friendly and food was delicious. Can’t wait to go back.
Read morePros: Everything is vegan!, Friendly staff, Amazing food
Cons: Maybe a little pricey
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maevetorres
Points +13
Absolutely amazing. - Edit
I plan on trying everything on the menu and haven't been disappointed once.
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veganinvegas
Points +370
Take THAT National and Lafayette... - Edit
As a native Detroiter, I grew up eating coneys from both National and Lafayette. Haven't had a proper coney for 28 years now. A lot of other vegan restaurants throughout the US have "coneys", but they just aren't the same.
Read moreUntil now.
I have no idea how they're made, but the coneys here are just as I remember the meat containing ones. Same onion kick, same yellowish-brown napkin stains (LOL), same soft bun oozing with that not thick but not thin brown coney sauce. Only texture missing is the "pop" from the hot dog casing.
I gobbled that coney down, savoring every bite. Then ordered a dozen to go back with me on the plane. I shared the attached photo with my husband. His response was, "A VEGAN coney? No way!" Yes way!!
Pros: CONEYS! , Friendly staff, cool decor
Cons: 1,771 miles (one way) away from where I live
veganinvegas
Update:
Read moreConeys survived the four hour plane trip in my luggage. CMO double-wrapped the boxes with plastic wrap. A bit smooshed (OK, a lot LOL), but still as tasty.
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Jess2017
Points +61
Sooo Good! - Edit
A dream come true for GF vegans!
Read morePros: GF BUNS.. , Vegan burgers and hotdogs .. chili fries- all 👌, Great Desserts🍰
Cons: Pricey but worth it..
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Hellavegan
Points +564
New favorite burgerplace! - Edit
They have an all vegan menu and it contains burgers and hotdogs! On the menu you can find burgers similar to what McDonalds (Big Mock) or Burger king have on their menu. So if you miss a burger from your former life as a meet-eater you'll love this place.
Read morePros: Al vegan, Lovley burgers, Nice friendly staf
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1727Iloveyou
Points +40
Finally! Vegan comfort food - Edit
Chili mustard onion gives you delicious vegan diner food. Everything is vegan. I love everything but (ironically) the chili. The cheese dip tastes just like dairy cheese. I have quite a few Omni friends who eat here on a regular basis just because they love and prefer it.
Read morePros: Delicious comfort food , Desert options, Location
Cons: A bit pricey, Not a lot of seating inside
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jessicahaze
Points +83
Everything - Edit
I’ve tried nearly everything on the menu and it’s all soooo good. Brush park may be my favorite. But Beetball sub is a close second
Read morePros: Family owned, 100% vegan
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JewelColeman
Points +18
Amazing! - Edit
First time in Detroit and needed vegan options. This place was amazing! The Coney dog was great
Read morePros: 100% vegan
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AndreaR.McNair
Points +25
Amazing! - Edit
My neice and I had the Big Mock and our friend had the Gyro we all had the loaded fries. Everything was so good we will be back.
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BobbyMulpuri
Points +54
Some of the best food I’ve had! - Edit
I’ve traveled a lot and tried all kinds of vegan spots but CMO has got to be some of the best I’ve had
Read morePros: Lots of great options, Big mock is legit
Cons: On the pricey side
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PeterRuggirello
Points +42
Vegan comfort food paradise - Edit
The food was phenomenal! Awesome comfort food that will make you greatly satisfied. Great service and a really friendly waitstaff. You will not be disappointed!!
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SureJohn
Points +114
Amazing vegan food - Edit
I had the waffle fry nachos and my sister had the gyro and chili fries. Both were wonderful. I'm sure the several other options are great as well. Also had the Samoa (?) cake (coconut, caramel, fudge) and a sample of the soft serve vanilla ice cream, both exquisite. Nice that this place is walking distance to the pro sports stadiums/arena. We reserved parking on parkwhiz a few blocks away, walked here, and then walked to LCA. Good times.
Read morePayment, including the selection of the tip, was done on an iPad with the server right at your table. The option for a receipt was probably on the iPad but I didn't notice and they didn't offer. Not a fan of this process. Very minor issue.
Went on Thursday at 6 and the place was almost full, as there aren't a ton of seats. I can see it easily filling up on Fridays and Saturdays
Updated from previous review on 2019-02-15
Pros: Great food, Great environment, Fast
Cons: Server at table while selecting tip, Didn't offer receipt, Limited seating
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ChristianCarter
Points +25
Amazing Vegan Coney Island - Edit
A friend of mine kept raving about this Vegan Coney Island so we finally decided to try it and are glad we did.
Read moreNow...........This place isn’t perfect and does have its flaws. For one the parking lot only fits about 5 car and the inside is the size of my living room. The Inside being small isn’t a issue, as it is a coney Island after all, the issue is that the majority of the seats only seat two, so if you’re coming with a group of 4 good luck. We didn’t have to wait as the host sat us at a table of 2, and pulled up a chair so we were fine and aren’t that picky anyway.
But the food was GOOD! With any type of processed vegan food, it’s always hit or miss with me, but CMO is doing it right. We all ordered the exact same thing: the chili cheese coney dog with chili cheese fries. Surprisingly, All of the food tasted exactly like the real thing! We also we ordered the Pumpkin Brownie cake (which I waskeptical of) and it tasted so good. I think there’s some coconut in the cake as well.
After weighting the pros and cons, the good really does outweigh the bad. Next time I visit here I went to try the Big Mock!
Pros: Lots of Vegan Options, Tasty food
Cons: Small parking lot, Not many tables
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Rachaeleven
Points +20
Finally had a big mac - Edit
I absolutely love this place. Cute vibe, great staff. But the food was fantastic. I haven't had a big mac in so many years, and this one exceeded expectations. The loaded waffle fries were amazing too. Glad I'm in town long enough to go back again.
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vanveganz
Points +84
Loved the Gyro - Edit
I'll definitely get the gyro again, but the special felt like it was made of all the old leftovers from the past few days. Get the gyro...
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KristaR
Points +28
Amazing!!!! - Edit
Love the simple menu and gluten free options. Very friendly staff and inside decorating is beautiful.
Read morePros: All vegan menu , Gluten free options, Great tasting food
Cons: Small dinning room, Little parking area
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Stickwitch
Points +88
A+ would go again - Edit
CMO is flawless. MI needs more places like it. Had the Big Mock (Beyond burger) with loaded waffle fries and pumpkin spice soft serve. Super yummy! I appreciate that the preparation was more than just slapping the burger on the bun. They weren’t cutting corners. It was the diner food of my dreams. Reminiscent of Chicago Diner and Champs.
Read morePros: Cute, clean space with awesome artwork, Friendly, attentive staff, Real vegan diner food. Fries!
Cons: Smallish menu, but still lots to choose from
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Marcovski6
Points +70
Great food! - Edit
Had the beetball (beetroot meatballs, gotta try!) and coney dog with cheezesauce and chili fries, and it was delicious! Short menu but everything looks great, and the whole decor is also worth the visit. A must try!
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lemonsugar
Points +16
Cozy, delicious, friendly service. - Edit
Such a wonderful feeling knowing everything you order is totally vegan and prepped in a vegan kitchen.
Read moreThe food was amazing. Fresh to order. Friendly service and patient with our first time dining.
Loved it so much we bought the tshirt! Def will be back.
Pros: Totally vegan, great wine! Service was friendly.
Cons: Later opening hours would be great. No cons.
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AshleyAbdenour
Points +64
Yummy coney with a homey feel! - Edit
Native Detroiter who is now grown up vegan foodie loves the nostalgia of CMO. I loved Friday nights at Coney growing up and will always have a soft spot for chili cheese fries! The food and deserts are pretty incredible, I recommend everything on the menu. The vegan bumpy cake and bread pudding had me 😍😍😍
Read morePros: Food, Options, Atmosphere
Cons: New, so working out the kinks, I was overcharged so look at your itemized receipt, Service was pushy, but it was the grand opening!
veganinvegas
Sanders-like bumpy cake? Darn... wasn't one of the cakes available when I went last week. Would have paid a small fortune for a slice of that.
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