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Great Sage specializes in global vegan cuisine in a simple zen-like atmosphere. Features happy hour Tuesday to Friday 3-6pm; live music and drink specials Thursday nights (open til 10:30pm); Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. It's part of the Conscious Corner family of local, independently owned businesses also within the same shopping center: Nest (clothing and gift boutique), Bark (natural pet food and supplies), and Roots Market. Open Tue-Wed 9:00am-9:00pm, Thu-Sat 9:00am-10:00pm, Sun 9:00am-9:00pm.


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153 Reviews

First Review by ahaus829

Laurenveronica7

Points +1592

Vegan
02 Feb 2019

One of my favs

This restaurant is fantastic! I wish it were bigger because it’s so popular. Or that they’d open a new location. Their menu is always wonderful. I’ve only have one bad thing from here and that was the cauliflower appetizer, it’s just too soggy. The wine pairings are lovely and right on the money. Coffee after dinner is sublime. The seasonal crisp is one of my go to meals. (It’s expensive, but worth it)

Pros: All vegan!!, Great staff

Cons: Small

JoyceMattis

Points +76

Vegan
01 Jan 2019

Great food, but not a lot to choose from during 3-5pm

Super delicious, but every time we have the opportunity to stop by is during their "lite fare" menu and it's super super disappointing. The first time me and my boyfriend went we were looking at their menu online and thought we'd have so much to choose from, but when we got there we realized we didn't. I would go again if I could make it during their breakfast, brunch, or dinner menu.

Pros: Dessert and meals

Cons: Not many meal options during 3-5pm

hhaarmann

Points +20

Vegan
11 Nov 2018

Best vegan restaurant in Howard County

Nice variety of vegan dishes and drinks presented well by dedicated friendly staff in a relaxing but stimulating ambience

Pros: Delicious healthy all l-vegan menu, Rapid friendly knowledgeable waiters, Relaxing yet stimulating ambience

dbader13

Points +2272

Vegan
21 Oct 2018

My #1 Favorite Vegan Restaurant

With a seasonal menu, this vegan restaurant is an A on all accounts! Food is always delicious and creative, great atmosphere, wonderful waitstaff, and perfect for groups or a quick meal by myself. Make sure to catch music night, too!

stickinthemudhut

Points +16

Vegan
16 Oct 2018

Best vegan menu

The best beet burger I’ve ever tasted. The cocktails are to die for.

Pros: Creative, Delicious, Seasonal

Cons: Location, Pricy

JuliannElmer

Points +34

Vegan
04 Oct 2018

Fantastic!!!

Absolutely fantastic restaurant!!

Pros: BEST PLACE EVER!!, It’s a must go!

jamzig666

Points +58

Vegan
13 Sep 2018

Yes!

This place was so good!!! Nummies.

Pros: Soy free options , Friendly staff, Adorable animal photos in the washroom.

MichaelaConley

Points +30

Vegan
04 Aug 2018

Feeling Reuben-Esque?

We were both thinking about good vegan restaurants, thinking how good a Reuben would be for lunch. Joe said, let’s go to Great Sage for lunch. Yep, the Reuben’s were awesome and the Pina Colada cake for desert was beyond belief. Go there, they do not disappoint

MaryDenholm

Points +329

Vegan
17 Jul 2018

Summer menu is great!

Great sage is a frequent favorite for me and my husband. We just went to try their summer menu and it’s delicious! The beet burger is a great addition and so is the summer berry salad. I have always loved the adult Mac and cheese - truly THE BEST Mac and cheese ever and I’m a former cheese addict so I know my Mac and cheese. The summer Mac and cheese is delicious too, definitely worth ordering, and is a nice switch up but I’ll be happy when the original is back on the menu :)

Pros: Fully vegan menu, Many gluten free options and can customize

Cons: Far drive from Timonium/Towson area but worth it

mzlite2u

Points +50

Vegan
30 Jun 2018

Great Place

I went for breakfast because I heard they had the most amazing pancakes. While the pancakes weren’t available, I had the breakfast sandwich it was awesome. The coconut pineapple muffin was amazing.

Pros: Fully vegan

Cons: No where near my house lol

Kelcy

Points +263

Vegan
24 Apr 2018

Fantastic Vegan Restaurant to visit

This is one of our favorite restaurants. The menu changes seasonally but there are a few items that do not rotate. My wife always gets something different, but I usually get the adult Mac & Cheese because it is so delicious and I can't help myself. They also make great cocktails, have excellent wine and you must save room for desert. You can't go wrong with Great Sage.

Pros: Delicious Food, Fully Vegan restaurant, Locally owned and operated

Cons: Not close to anything (need to drive to get there)

StevenSauce

Points +15

Vegetarian
16 Apr 2018

I love this place!

I went here 3 times already and everything has not disappointed me! Perfect service, drinks, and food...wow...makes me want to become full vegan. This is definitely a spot I’m coming to at least quarterly. It is a bit pricey but worth every penny ;)

Pros: Great food, Great service, The buffalo cauliflower tho... love it!

LilGothLollipop

Points +21

Vegan
11 Mar 2018

Wow!

So this was my first trip to an all vegan restaurant and to say I was impressed would be an understatement. It was really great knowing I could pick anything on the menu and not have to worry about hidden animal products. The food was super tasty and the staff very friendly!

Pros: Great Food!, Friendly Staff!, Desserts!

Cons: Semi-Long Wait Time

kherrmann

Points +121

Vegan
26 Feb 2018

Great restaurant!!

I was driving back to NY after a weekend trip to DC with my mom, and while on the highway decided to check out HappyCow to find a good spot for dinner, and wouldn’t you know Great Sage was less than a 10 minute drive away!! I’d heard of the restaurant before, and was so excited to try it! We ended up loving everything we got, and thought the restaurant and the “conscious corner” were really nice! I had the butternut squash soup with corn bread (highly recommend the corn bread omg!!) and the sweet potato gnocchi. Everything was so tasty and plated so nicely. Prices were very reasonable and the portions were perfect. I only wish I had more room to have dessert and a hot drink because they sounded so good too! Hopefully I’ll be back one day!

Cornp

Points +20

Vegan
09 Feb 2018

My all time favorite

I go to great sage every month and they are consistently the best restaurant I’ve ever been to! Friendly staff, AMAZING food and wonderful atmosphere. If you’re a local or just visiting this place is an absolute must-go!

Pros: Excellent food, Friendly staff, Large menu

Cons: Pricey, Can get busy

KristinRierson

Points +36

Vegan
04 Feb 2018

Steadily gone down hill

When I first came to Maryland, I was excited to have vegan restaurant options. The first time I went to Great Sage (in 2012) I was amazed, thrilled, and loved it. I had an amazing meal, with wonderful service, and an overall happy experience. Since then, I typically go every year around my birthday, the food, service, and quality has degraded. While I love the idea of the holistic, all-vegan restaurant, I found the last two times I was there, the food tasted processed, with at least one dish cold (both times), and the service remarkably slow.

Pros: All-vegan, so no cross contamination, Artichoke Dip. Still delicious, even after 6 years

Cons: Decline in quality, Price, Lack of consistency

daroff

Points +1613

Vegan
14 Jan 2018

Consistently Excellent Vegan Fare

We love Great Sage - and despite a 45 minute-plus drive from our home - we come at least once a month for delicious vegan meals. Great Sage is our go-to restaurant for special occasions - birthdays. Anniversaries, hosting VIP travelers, and the like. It is somewhat pricey, but definitely worth it!

In our years of eating here, we have NEVER been disappointed with the food or the service.

The menu changes seasonally - so don’t get too stuck loving one dish. We particularly love the Sunday brunch (10am-3pm), which features unbelievably delicious brunch comfort food.

Run, don’t walk, to Great Sage!

Pros: Consistently Delicious , Full Bar, Great Service

Cons: Somewhat distant location

YoYoVegan

Points +18

Vegan
04 Jan 2018

Delicious 😍😍😍

The vegan crab cake sandwich & Mac & cheese were AMAZING!

MarbellaVasquez

Points +24

Vegan
03 Jan 2018

on the expensive side but...

In the expensive side but the food is delicious.
The decor and ambiance is ok but very friendly service.

JGVegan

Points +34

Vegan
14 Dec 2017

Sooo Good!

I have been to Great Sage many times and every time I am pleased with what I order! The food is delicious! I love going to a restaurant that is 100% vegan so I don't have to worry about substitutions or leaving items off and can just enjoy my meal. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is nice. There is a market right next store that sells many vegan items so it's the perfect place to spend an afternoon. :) If only I lived closer I would come here even more!!

Pros: Delicious food, Nice atmosphere , Wonderful service

hayleyflowers917

Points +24

Vegan
28 Sep 2017

left feeling VERY full!!

I have always had a mini love affair with Great Sage. The last time I was here I had the Gobi and my boyfriend had the crab cake. I was seriously so full I had to get up and move! We sat outside on like a Tuesday and it was such a fun atmosphere. Our waitresses were super helpful when we couldn't figure out what exactly to order! Will definitely be back to try something different.

Pros: Outside seating, Fresh HUGE portions

Cons: not sure what the cheese is made out of, expensive cocktails

Jamie9705

Points +831

Vegan
14 Sep 2017

Delicious Takeout!

We got takeout while staying in a hotel about 40 minutes away and we were so glad we took the time to make the drive over to Great Sage! It was delicious!

Can't wait to go back next time we're in the area.

Updated from previous review on 2017-09-14

Pros: 100% vegan!, Great food, Nice staff

vegannonuts

Points +172

Vegan
08 Aug 2017

Always a great choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner

Great Sage is part of the Conscious Corner shopping center in Columbia, Maryland with Nest, Bark, and Roots Market. Make some time before or after your meal to check out these shops. Roots has a great selection of vegan groceries as well as an excellent hot bar, and Nest has gorgeous local pottery for sale. Head into Bark to get supplies for your furry friends. Great Sage is a sit-down casual dining restaurant that changes their menu seasonally. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating as well as a bar. I have had many a delicious meal at Great Sage, but the highlights include the spinach artichoke dip, the pistachio panzanella salad, and the adult mac and cheese. You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu so make sure to come hungry and definitely leave room for dessert! The breakfast menu is equally as enticing. This is a great location for dates or small get togethers with friends. The menu is full of classic combinations done right.

Pros: excellent food, nice vibe

Cons: pricey

Sarkel

Points +466

Vegan
04 Aug 2017

everything vegan but small portions for the price

I like this restaurant a lot, although I do wish they'd have more raw and oil-free options. It's definitely the best in the Maryland area.

Pros: organic , all vegan , many gluten free options

Cons: service can be very slow, too much salt, oil and heaviness sometimes, not got value

ebonyc

Points +24

Vegan
03 Aug 2017

Great Food!

The menu is very diverse with a lot of healthy options to choose from! I will definitely eat here the next time I'm in Maryland!

vegnoms

Points +151

Vegan
30 Jul 2017

Scrummy! Pet friendly patio!

Delicious, innovative vegan food. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Pet friendly patio as well, very accommodating to your pups. We sampled 6 different brunch items. I visited with 2 omnis and they both raved about the food. Seriously good! Highly recommend!

stephnsushi

Points +33

Vegan
23 Jul 2017

Great Sage

Loved it! Friendly vegan service. Loved the hash for brunch.

Pros: quality food, good service, nice atmosphere




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