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A locally owned 100% vegetarian cafe with a 100% vegan menu unless you request otherwise. Located in historic preservation district of Allentown, Features handcrafted pour-over coffee and fresh-brewed full-leaf tea along with veg versions of classic sandwiches and sides. Check with them to see if espresso and breakfast food is available. Instagram @grindhausbuffalo. Reported closed November 2021.
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Last update on 03 Nov 2021 by SamAnthony
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27 Reviews
First Review by zula154
Hankk
Points +210
Closed 😢 - Edit
I walked about a 1.4 miles as you had it opening soon. I asked neighborhood people about it and they said it was closed about a month or more. They added that Meagan was awesome but they don’t know if she is going to reopen. They said she had difficulty finding staff.
Read moreI still give it 5 stars for trying to have a plant based place to eat in a sea of non plant based places.
Pros: Must have been awesome.
Cons: I missed it.
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JoltColaBaptismal
Points +133
The vegan breakfast burrito is what you want - Edit
Cold snowy day on my first time ever in Buffalo, and Grindhaus happened to have one of the best vegan breakfast burritos I've ever had. The yelp reviews are full of dorks that have never had coffee outside a hospital Goodyear waiting room so you can safely ignore those.
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plantingseeds
Points +478
Best breakfast burrito! - Edit
Another person on Happy Cow mentioned they had the best breakfast burrito they’d ever had here. I wasn’t expecting to agree and almost ordered something else, but decided to check out the recommendation. I’m so glad I did. It was all that! Seasoned so perfectly, house-made tempeh bacon pieces, fresh greens, and tofu with a consistency that seemed to melt in my mouth. They also had really good coffee and of course plant-based milk options to make it even better.
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SamAnthony
Points +1759
Amazing cafe - Edit
Wow, just blown away from the food here!!!
Read moreEverything about Grindhaus was amazing and can't wait to come back and try more.
We got the breakfast burrito (not on the menu but they do have it!) and VLT (tempeh, lettuce, tomato). Both delicious. The breakfast burrito also had their signature marinated tempeh that legit tastes like bacon. Sooo smoky! Loved the dill in the burrito, it was different and I never would have thought to add dill to a tofu scramble, but it really works!
The VLT was on local artisan bread and was perfect! Cold brew coffee was on point and they have a variety of non dairy milks. We went for the oat milk (chobani brand) and it was so creamy! Also picked up a locally made biscotti. Perfection.
They have a number of little tables outside for eating, socially distanced style. Just go in to order either way!
Pros: Affordable and delicious, Everything is vegan w/ option to add dairy cheese, Awesome staff
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TheresaStowell
Points +1253
great homemade food - Edit
This place is so cozy and welcoming. Kid-friendly, too with a shelving area full of games and coloring. Large menu with mostly vegan options. Order at the counter and they bring you your food.
Read moreIt was possibly an off day, but the staff seemed "off". Said they'd be right with us when we came in, but it wasn't clear that they'd be taking our order as opposed to seating us and did not seem to be in a friendly mood. I came in several years ago and had the opposite experience, so hoping it was a fluke.
Pros: great food, cozy spot
Cons: can be a bit of a wait to order
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McMallory
Points +2783
Super cute place! - Edit
Very cute place with tasty salads and sandwiches. Friendly staff and easygoing vibe. The dishes also have cute names, like the “Creature From the Beige Legume” chickpea-salad sandwich.
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GanJei
Points +269
Decent, cute place - Edit
It is a nice, relaxed Cafe. Welcoming atmosphere, especially for studying/reading while sipping a coffee/tea.
Read moreThe staff was very friendly, the meals were prepared fast. However, I noticed some ingredients are highly processed and taken from packages (like crispy onions), which was disappointing.
The tea and cookie I ordered were decent, as was the sandwich.
For the price, the portion size was rather small. The flavour was also not that outrageous. Don't get me wrong, it was delicious, just not outrageous, there are better dining places in Buffalo.
Overall decent, but for students it's for sure a nice place to hang out!
Pros: Many options, fast friendly service, Good place to chill & hang out, Quick fix for non-veg friends
Cons: Small portions for the price, Taste of the food is OK, but not amazing
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Dogwalkingnaturegirl
Points +65
Grindhaus - Edit
Just visited Grindhaus for the first time this past weekend. They were slammed due to Allentown Art Festival going on; but you would have never even guessed it. My two sandwiches were made within 5-10 minutes and they were both amazing. My friends also loved their food too.
Read morePros: quick, good food, cool atmosphere
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VincentRobert
Points +46
Essential Allentown hot beverage & vegan lunch spot - Edit
Updated 4/25/19 to include more menu items I dig.
Read moreLove this place. Unassuming street corner cozy cafe with small kitchen, great staff, good music selection. Assorted tables & comfy chairs. Smoky tempeh apple “the wrap” is yummy, the tofu 'egg' salad wrap is especially great if you're a fan of dill and sweet pickle; can’t go wrong with the Tempeh VLT; but the Breakfast Wrap has been hard to ignore lately.
Give yourself a few minutes in case a few people are getting food or some coffees ahead of you...it's not a huge kitchen and everything is made to order. The owner/proprietor is awesome and I’m totally and completely smitten!
Great pour-over coffee, and decent tea selection. Will be back when I can.
Pros: good selection of vegan menu items, pour-over coffee, friendly & relaxed atmosphere
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herbshuttles
Points +138
Really good tempeh! - Edit
Went to this cafe to work on my laptop for the day. There was great atmosphere and food. I had a combo meal with the VLT (tempeh BLT sandwich) with a lentil rice salad. So good!! However, I did also get a cold brew with soymilk and the coffee was too watery for cold brew. Would definitely go back for the food though.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Great ambience , Can work here (wifi)
Cons: Cold brew too dilute
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Maggiebakescakes
Points +48
Super tasty! - Edit
Had their vegan breakfast burrito special. It was one of the best breakfast burritos I have had!
Read morePros: Chill atmosphere
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rasplizzy
Points +215
Best Vegan Food in Buffalo - Edit
We visited Buffalo over Thanksgiving Break and let me tell you we tried a bunch of vegan friendly options around here--Grindhaus was the best! It was the only one we went to twice. Absolutely delicious food. Our sandwiches were delicious and I was super happy that they had hot chocolate and MINT HOT CHOCOLATE that were vegan. The chocolate mousse for dessert was amazing and rich. Just a huge huge fan of this place. The inside was cool too, very artsy which I love. It's in Buffalo's Allentown which is a super hip and cool neighborhood. Not to mention the prices were the best out of all the other restaurants we went to, and very nice staff.
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veganpatch
Points +5252
Nice stop, but not completely vegan - Edit
We stopped to eat right before crossing the border. It was really nice to find such a convenient restaurant. The staff was friendly and fast.
Read moreNote: The mozzarella offered is only available in dairy form (no vegan option for mozzarella) however you can sub tofu.
Carmel apple cider: Really great apple cider. It was a really large portion as well.
Cinnamon hot chocolate: My partner really helped enjoyed this, I however would have preferred it plain. Either way it was really good hot chocolate.
$8.00 VLT: Really great flavor for the tempeh bacon. Huge sandwich and very filling.
$8.00 The Lorax: The spicy mayo was really good but a little spicy for me. My partner enjoyed it. The bread on both sandwiches was slightly toasted.
Overall we were happy with our stop and would stop in again. We were disappointed to see that they served honey.
Pros: Nice large sandwiches
Cons: Serve honey, Serve dairy
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Oliviafoti
Points +491
Great food and vibes - Edit
Food was amazing and everything was tasty! I love how the place is vegan unless you specify you want it vegetarian instead. Great hot chocolate and they have a few board games if you like that kinda stuff :)
Read morePros: Tasty, Affordable
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VeganUSA
Points +9661
Vegan oasis in Buffalo - Edit
The menu offers so many unique vegan options that go beyond a quinoa bowl or avocado toast. We had a wrapper which featured an incredible bacon-style tempeh with apples, and another sandwich, the VLT, was also a bacon-style option. These were filling, and were not salty or oily. Service was excellent; the setting was fun.
Read morePros: So many vegan choices, Freshly and individually prepared, Unique entree options
Cons: No off street parking
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TaraBukowski
Points +38
Ok - Edit
The food was ok but the portions were barely there. You’re better off going to Amy’s Place for a great meal that’s cheap.
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mcouthon
Points +37
Pretty good - Edit
They were out of the dished we wanted (VLT and slaw), so I had the egg salad, which was ok, though it didn’t resemble eggs very much, and my gf had the tuna wrap, which she says was pretty good.
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tamrabear
Points +52
vegan heaven - Edit
Amazing food and staff. Rhe atmosphere is so laid back and casual. Perfect for someone like me. Love all the fresh made lemonade choices and the teas. The Wrapple is great. You will leave with a happy, full belly
Read morePros: vegan lovers paradise
Cons: none.
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the_mindfulwanderers
Points +578
Hot Chocolate is "knock your socks off" GOOD!!!!!! - Edit
So happy we finally stopped by this little gem! My husband and I each had the VLT with avocado ~ it was incredible! My friend ordered the eggless egg salad sandwich which was also very tasty! However, if you only come here for one thing, you must try the vegan hot chocolate! I don't know how they do it, but it is the best hot chocolate you will ever taste! :). cannot wait to come back
Read morePros: 100% Vegan, awesome location, great food!
Cons: kinda small inside, especially when it gets busy
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Happytraveller
Points +285
Cozy and Friendly! - Edit
Stopped in for a coffee and biscotti. Great variety of vegan sandwiches. Vegan hot chocolate. Vegan desserts.
Read morePros: clearly labelled if anything sold is not 100% vega
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Samn
Points +18
loved it - Edit
Very cozy in there. Staff was super super friendly. Food was great. The hot chocolate was my favorite thing!
Read morePros: all vegan options. great.
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ellieann
Points +59
Stopped in on a road trip - Edit
Driving across the country and stopped in buffalo to eat lunch. Spilt half an egg less sand which and a VLT. Tasty but nothing special. Reminant of the sandwiches I make at home. But a good vegan option to stop in
Read morePros: Vegan sandwiches
Cons: Things I could probably make
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sydneygram
Points +38
great casual atmosphere with tasty vegan food - Edit
Loved this place! Staff was really friendly. Wish I lived nearby so I could eat here more often, it would be a great place to study in a comfy chair. Great music selection too. We got the apple tempeh wrap with bbq slaw and the chickpea salad wrap with the lentil side dish. Amazing food!!
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ElmiraDewes
Points +1759
beautiful place to go to have good food) - Edit
We had VLT sandwiches and tempeh Bacon Apple Wrapple were amazing delicious. Also we had Smoked Tofu Pasta Satan was very good. I was really impress. I would recommend this place.
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FatTonyBMX
Points +1347
Disappointed - Edit
With so few vegan options in the area we were really hoping to like this one. We took my wife's mother and brother who are not vegan. We each had a wrap or sandwich and a side and none of us were impressed. Some were okay and some weren't very good. Decent if you want to grab a coffee and quick bite, but not worth going if you and your family are hungry and want good food.
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Muuuuu
Points +3323
Almost vegan - Edit
I'm so glad I went there. The sandwiches are spectacular (I had the one with a lot of dill... omg), the staff is nice and the atmosphere is cosy.
Read moreNote that everything is vegan by default - unless you insist to get mozza instead of tofu in one of the sandwiches.
Pros: The food, Nice vibe, Nice staff
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zula154
Points +65
Good but limited - Edit
It was very good and staff was nice. Excellent coffee and biscotti. Very limited menu so hopefully they will get more. Only complaint was no salt and pepper shakers. I had to get the big ones they cook with.
Read morePros: Coffee and vegan biscotti
Cons: limited menu
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