Opened Sept 2010, this upscale vegan restaurant serves food and drinks using natural ingredients. Menu includes burgers, sandwiches, panini, day's soup, organic salads, Belgium waffles (mornings only) and oatmeal. The glass case display features muffins, cakes, and various desserts. Choice of soy, almond, or hemp milk for your drinks. Has fresh juices. Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-8:00pm, Sat 9:00am-8:00pm.
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191 E Main St Ste 1B (at Old Town Tustin), Tustin, California, USA, 92780
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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101 Reviews
First Review by JaimeSue
xmrfigx
Points +933
Great food - Edit
My wife came across this place a few months back and raved about it. I finally got the opportunity to make it down here with her and it did not disappoint.
Read moreI've mentioned my struggles with finding good vegan breakfast spots. I do well at home but sometimes you want to go out and this place hit the spot. Monica had the Waffle while I had the pancakes. Both were great! The lunch menu has some really appealing selections as well. We will definitely be returning to try those out next.
The location and decor are very appealing as well and the staff was very friendly. Definitely a must try.
Pros: great food, good portions
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pkashani
Points +62
jewel in Tustin - Edit
My husband and I loved our dinner here. Everything was very fresh and excellently prepared. Nice that the entire menu is vegan. The Caesar salad and side of cauliflower were delicious. The truffle burger would convince anyone to go vegan! The dessert case is impressive - we indulged in a coconut almond bar which we enjoyed. The portions are not huge but just right to leave room for dessert.
Read morePros: fresh food, excellent preparation, delicious
Cons: portions not huge, price point slightly high, -
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yourmoderndayhippie
Points +214
A little pricey but worth it! - Edit
My mom and I first went here and then I revisited with my boyfriend. Both times I got the Truffle Burger and it was amazing! I do wish it came with other side options, I'd rather have some good garlic fries than a salad. But otherwise it's great, I look forward to going back and trying one of their pizzas!
Read morePros: Great food, Great atmosphere, Great location
Cons: Expensive
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Bgilly
Points +377
Everything is delicious, and they have breakfast! - Edit
I have been coming here for over a year, and I love it every time. Super friendly staff and delicious food. I haven't tried anything that I didn't like.
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Agelii
Points +194
excellent food & service - Edit
Vegan heaven! Pancakes & cakes do die for. Only tried brunch & lunch menu, but absolutely delicious food.
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autismcaregiver
Points +69
Needs more Menu Options with No Sugar and Oil - Edit
Please make more menu options that don't use sugar or refined oil!!!!
Read moreWhole grain foods that are sweetened with pure maple syrup or agave or honey are desperately needed at this restaurant!!!!!
No refined oil options are also needed !!!!!
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mello102
Points +20
Absolutely delicious - Edit
I went here a few weeks ago and I had a southwestern type burger while my fiancé had a pasta dish. Both were absolutely delicious! We will definitely be going back again. My most favorite part of the restaurant was the out of this world entirely vegan dessert case!!! The only down side about this restaurant is that it's a little expensive for our tastes- we are still students! None the less, worth the splurge!
Read morePros: Delicious, Fast, Clean
Cons: Cost
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SonjaCPA
Points +5270
tasty cafe - Edit
I went with a large group of people, so we took up most of the seating inside this cozy café. It was easy accommodating a group as everyone ordered their own meal at the counter and got a number. The Portobello Panini and Truffle Burger were the most ordered items. I personally had the Truffle Burger which was amazing. The truffle flavor was strong and divine. To continue the truffle theme, I got the chocolate truffle torte for dessert. Very rich and decadent. The entire dessert display looked fabulous and I wish I could have ordered one of each one. I can't wait to come back and check out the rest of their menu. The service was friendly and quick too!
Read morePros: desserts, variety on menu, friendly staff
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WokWildside
Points +186
What Can't They Do? - Edit
Whether you go for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or just dessert, FreeSoulCaffé does a great job. I've never had a bad meal here from waffles to panini to salads to soups to pasta to pizza to mini cakes... It's all good. They continue to improve and expand the menu slowly. They try to perfect dishes before releasing them... Then they work on just making them better.
Read morePros: good variety, well-balanced flavors , great service
Cons: popular, so seating can be limited, boba can run out, nothing significant as a con!
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samlove0134
Points +68
This is what any cafe should be like - Edit
Vegan or not, service is important to any business. Freesoulcaffe hits the mark on all aspects. Amazing customer service, unbelievable cruelty-free food, and great ambience. Turns out my parents had been going to this cafe for years, and only found out that all items were vegan AFTER I told them recently.
Read moreThere was also a cat who snuck in and begged for attention, so that's always a good sign in a vegan establishment. ;)
Love this place! Highly recommend eating here.
Pros: Excellent food, Amazing staff, Calm ambience
Cons: Pastries were pricey
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Wabbott
Points +26
amazing - Edit
I felt very welcomed right when I walked in. I ordered the Hatch Burger and Goji Tropic Juice and they were both Heavenly!
Read morePros: good service, welcoming, amazing food
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Keith_Thode
Points +717
Sandwiches, Soups, Cheescakes, Cookies. Heaven - Edit
My first time here and I chose a sandwich, soup, a cheesecake, and 3 different cookies to go. I went back for dinner, even though I only go to this area once a year and I have other favorites in the area.
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vegankiwis
Points +316
Highly recommended! - Edit
We were frequent visitors to Freesoul when we lived in Orange County. This place is by far the nicest spot in the area. The food is 100% vegan and delicious!
Read moreSome of our favourites are: Potato pizza, Marinara Pasta, Green Tea Granita, Waffles...and the whole menu!
Friendly staff, beautiful and clean atmosphere (seriously, the staff are always cleaning the place!).
Pros: WAFFLES!, 100% vegan, the only real 'cafe' in the area
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Chia
Points +3635
Old Town Tustin Cafe - Edit
I had read about this place on happycow and ate here in June 2012. Here's my Freesoulcaffe review.
Read moreThis place reminds me of Urth Cafe (locations in the LA area) - from the menu board to the desserts case display - except that it's all vegan here. Also the menu is more concise with just a handful of items (sandwiches, colorful salads, chili).
The only mention of the word "vegan" is on the menu. From just looking at the desserts case you would not even know that the attractive assortment of mini-cakes and bars and baked goods are all vegan.
The inside of the cafe is very cozy, comfortable, modern chic. Out front is a lovely courtyard with seating around a small water fountain. The other patrons seemed to come for the relax, to sit outside with their coffee and a book or computer.
We had a fresh carrot & apple juice, a bowl of chilli (beans, spices), an espresso min-cake, and a blackberry mini-cake. The chilli was tasty. The cakes were good, though a bit too sweet for my personal liking. I enjoyed the espresso flavor in the cake. I also had their individual cup drip coffee (no regular brew offered after 11am, but you could get espresso drinks). Moderate prices.
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kglaguna
Points +99
and dessert too!!! - Edit
I'm a first timer & will definitely be back...had the vegan blt & butternut squash soup...both excellent. They have a dessert case that could make a former sweets junkie weep...all vegan!!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Wednesday July 25, 2012
Pros: great atmosphere, great food, Dessert!!
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Ginatron
Points +24
Exceptional Gourmet Vegan Food - Edit
My husband and I were absolutely amazed to find a place like this little haven in old town Tustin. This place has everything we like about our favorite cafes in Los Angeles and much more! Beautiful ambiance, luscious deserts, homemade soups and coffee that rivals the neighboring "Kean!" We knew once people start discovering it for themselves is was going to be hugely famous in Orange County. We drive half an hour to get there and it's worth it every time. You will not be disappointed!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Saturday January 01, 2011
Pros: Delicious Gourmet Food & Coffee, Beautiful Ambiance, Friendly, Conscientious Staff
Cons: None
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OperationChowhound
Points +7463
Cute Cafe - Edit
I wanted to try a lot of the baked goods in the display case, but I ordered a waffle and a hot chocolate. The cafe was clean and in a nice area. There is patio seating.
Read morePros: all vegan, baked goods, good location
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MrsVeganPizza
Points +262
Incredible Desserts and Coffee! - Edit
Their array of desserts is really something! The only thing I specifically remember trying is the peanut butter torte which was very rich and delicious, as was every other dessert I've tried. They have quite a variety to choose from. Also their coffee drinks are soothing, and again rich and delicious. However, I tried one of their sandwiches called the Atlantic I believe, and it was AWFUL! It was just inedible to me, and was expensive to boot. The side salad it came with wasn't great either. However, I went the first month they opened and they may have improved their sandwiches since then, so I would certainly be open to giving it another try. Randomly saw veggie celebrity Milo Ventimiglia there (didn't go up to him, just saw him at a nearby table). This is a lovely, clean, cafe with a cute outdoor patio. That whole neighborhood has a sweet quaint feel to it. I would really like to try their breakfast waffles sometime as they sound delish. This is a great place for an afternoon date, or evening dessert date, or even just to hang out with friends. I hope this place becomes as ubiquitous as other coffee houses, because regardless of them being vegan (which I love), their quality surpasses them all! (Be aware that they are closed on Sundays.)
Read morePros: Amazingly rich and decadent desserts, Large variety of desserts and drinks, Adorable, Quaint, Lovely Ambience
Cons: Closed Sundays, Atlantic Sandwich
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spiceislandvegan
Points +1304
A blessing to have this caffe in my home town! - Edit
I have been visiting this caffe since they were opened a few months ago. I love their coffee and baked goods. I stopped by 2 or 3 times a week to get my coffee drink. I don't go to Starbucks anymore since I can't buy their breakfast goodies (not vegan). This caffe has all the vegan goodies all you want from muffins, scones, cupcakes, tortes, cakes, cheesecakes, and cookies. The baked goods were baked daily and fresh. The coffee drinks are large in size and very good. I have tried several sandwiches such as panini and smoked ham sandwich. They are good and big. I think to eat their dessert I have to eat only half portion of their lunch. My favorites are pumpkin cake, pumpkin and apple muffin, pumpkin scone, and peanut butter torte. Their peach roibos tea is also so good.
Read morePros: Tasty, Fresh, Nice patio
Cons: a bit pricey, street parking
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JaimeSue
Points +16
Delicious Vegan Breakfast and Lunch, too! - Edit
I can't tell you how happy I am to have a vegan breakfast place in Orange County. Tons to choose from, all fantastic. The soups and sandwiches are also very fresh and delicious and inspired creations. Fair Trade tea and coffee - I'm so in love!
Read morePros: tons of vegan choices, hearty, tasty meals, beautiful outdoor location
Cons: closed on Sunday, breakfast only till 11
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