Vegan-friendly
American
Organic
Take-out
Bakery
Catering
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Non-veg
Serves fish, vegan options available. Restaurant in the Olde Towne East neighborhood serving breakfast, lunch and special events. Some dishes include chikn and waffles, mushroom sliders and taco toast. Also offers fresh baked pastries, coffee and tea. Confirmed open May 2020. Black-owned. Previously fully vegan but added fish and eggs to the menu February 2023. Open Fri-Sun 9:00am-3:00pm.
47 Reviews
First Review by plantbasedlifestyle
JessicaManna
Points +36
Closed - Edit
Website and Google say they are open but they are temporarily (?) closed. Called and the voicemail says they will reopen 2/1 but that is past.
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nidaziyadeh
Points +26
They are closed - Edit
Big sign on the door that says they’re under suspension I don’t know why it doesn’t say it anywhere online
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VeganLens
Points +1342
Small portion sizes, high prices. - Edit
Lifestyle is a cute little cafe, but the portions are very small and high priced. We left unsatisfied and ended up grabbing food elsewhere. I am very disappointed that they originally breaded themselves as a vegan restaurant and would wear clothing with the words vegan, but they decided to serve meat, dairy and eggs now. Very disappointing.
Read morePros: Cute cafe
Cons: High prices, Small portions, Started serving meat
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AngelaFlora
Points +29
Gluten-free and Vegan - Edit
When traveling, it can be quite challenging finding food that's both gluten-free and vegan. They were very nice and helpful in making sure I got something to fit my diet restrictions... they actually had several options for me to choose from, and everything was delicious!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-27
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veganthegiant
Points +38
Way Overpriced & Disappointing - Edit
The portion sizes were disappointingly small, leaving me hungry and unsatisfied, especially considering the steep prices charged.
Read morePros: Flavor
Cons: Price, Speed of service , Cleanliness
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edav344
Points +2516
Great brunch - Edit
Breakfast burrito was delicious, will definitely try more items in the future #Veganuary
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DynaMo
Points +103
Hearty, tasty, filling - Edit
I loved that they have HALF sandwiches on the menu so I could try several things. Delicious and satisfying sammies. Chips with seasoned salt and paprika, delicious. Vanilla latte, perfect accompaniment to the lunch.
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Davesw
Points +3829
Delicious! - Edit
**2022-10-12 I asked for clarification on the honey listed in some breads on their menu and got this response:
Read more"We do have honey in the building as a sweetener for coffee but it would be up to the guest to choose it. We do not add honey to any of hour foods."
Good food, and interesting menu, with good variety.
Small patio seating in the back.
Updated from previous review on 2021-10-02
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RobinGood_eating
Points +484
Tasty, but overpriced! - Edit
Small portions but big prices
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AdrienneBenavides
Points +18
Deceptive Advertising - Edit
We ordered to go the Mexican Gluten Free Bowl. It cost $12. It wasn’t a bowl it was smaller than a Cup-Noodle Soup. Definitely deceptive advertising. A Starbucks tall coffee is the same size as this. Buyer beware! I do not recommend this place. Overpriced and underfed. Shameful.
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BuffyIreland
Points +22
Must visit in Columbus - Edit
Very lively spot with great customer service. The Nacho toast and smoothie I got was delicious. I will be coming back for sure. They have a very easy to use online ordering system that makes it convenient.
Read morePros: Customer Service , Great smoothies
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ElizabethGolebie
Points +64
Definitely coming back! - Edit
Stopped in on a road trip - ordered online and it was ready when we walked in! Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and the food was AMAZING! I had the BLT, which may have been the best vegan BLT I’ve ever had? I was craving a milkshake and a little skeptical of the fruit flavors, but pleasantly surprised at how satisfying the mango shake was! Definitely will be back on future road trips😄
Read morePros: Excellent food, Friendly staff
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kashmir_stg
Points +416
Amazing!! - Edit
Everything we got was awesome!
Read moreWe ordered the chick’n and waffles. The soy-based chick’n was tasty and it came with a delicious maple cream sauce. We also got the Cali Breakfast Bowl that had Just Egg, plant-based sausage and avocado, tomato, scallion nummies. And Lifestyle Fries.
Everything is fresh and made to order. The owners are super friendly and welcoming. We were passing through and so grateful to find this little hidden gem!! We ate the food in the car and I had to run back in to tell them how great it was. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in Columbus.
Updated from previous review on 2022-06-12
Pros: All vegan, Fresh and made to order , Friendly and welcoming
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thevjf
Points +124
Do Yourself a Favor - Edit
Do yourself a favor and stop at this amazing restaurant. The chikn n waffles and chili were phenomenal. This restaurant was cozied up on a corner in Columbus and I was so glad I stopped here. The drinks were very good and I was appreciative the staff was able to help me with suggestions to help with my experience. I love this place and wish I lived much much closer.
Read morePros: Lots of options for drinks and food, Fantastic atmosphere, Ridiculously delicious
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sarakharmon
Points +512
Good food, but sells Purium - Edit
They have an amazing chik’n and waffles and Mac and cheese, but they do sell products from Purium, a controversial Multi-Level Marketing company. Although the food is great and they don’t push these products nearly as much as Herbalife cafes, but it is something to be aware of.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-01-24
Pros: All vegan food
Cons: Purium
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dchale2
Points +13
Exploring restaurants in my backyard! - Edit
I have passed this place multiple times and finally made plans to visit. We were greeted right away, and told how to go about ordering. The staff was so friendly and available for questions. My meal was delish!! Totally will be back.
Read morePros: All vegan options, Good variety of food, Super friendly staff ❤️
Cons: Out of Mac and cheese (but seems a good sign!), Small seats (literally)
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j.eni_
Points +120
great brunch gem! - Edit
stopped here on my way through from chicago, and wow what a gem!
Read moreMy vegan meat hesitant father got the chicken and waffles with extra chicken and was quite happy with it and feeling full afterwards (his most frequent complaint of vegan meals being that they don't fill him up)
I also enjoyed the waffles but plain with their maple butter- definetly a fav! the butter was really great not overly sweet or overpowering. The side sausage patties were decent, but nothing special imo.
My mother had the mexi bowl, and loved the fresh veg and avacado in it, as well as their mac and cheese. The mac was creamy but more of a fresh mac style with nutritional yeast and some pepper instead of a cheddar flavor which she was expecting. Good but she preferred the bowl.
Over all great experience!
Cash free and all ordering it done online on your phone or their set up kiosk inside.
Updated from previous review on 2022-04-15
Pros: amazing vegan GF waffles! , good addition options , friendly staff
Cons: cash free, small seating area
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anmrise
Points +567
Great Brunch - Edit
This is The Spot if you want a lowkey lunch. The berry waffles were delicious, as were the buffalo bites & fries. Coffee options were minimal and not amazing, but we're here for the amazing food.
Read morePros: Fantastic breakfast menu, Quick & prompt service
Cons: Gets crowded easily
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VeganbyChoice
Points +1763
Café with flavor - Edit
1st time at this location. Small spot. A few tables and bar section for dining in. Good menu with easy to read descriptions of the available food. I had the egg cheese melt. Comes with a just egg, smoked Gouda, lifestyle guac, tomato, on sweet wheat. It was worth having again. If I would make one suggestion, I personally would have enjoyed it more if the bread was crunchy. Looking forward to coming back and trying other dishes in the menu.
Read morePros: Friendly service, Comfy space, Good quality food
Cons: Would have preferred crunchy bread
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JenShuteBenson
Points +140
Delicious food - Edit
The breakfast burrito was amazing. My friend got and shared with me. I had avocado toast which was great also. I wish they had normal nondairy milk lattes however not health versions. But I did get coffee with their nondairy milk.
Read morePros: Food was fantastic, Cute spot w patio, Hands free order through your phone
Cons: No plain latte
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koledurant
Points +21
Bullcrap - Edit
Their food may be good and prices are high probably because (they dont put a sign up) that they do not accept cash.
Read moreCons: Does not accept cash
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swimatt363
Points +305
Fresh and flavorful - Edit
Lifestyle cafe always satisfies. It’s so full of flavor and just tastes so crisp and fresh every time. I don’t go here enough.
Read morePros: Great variety, Fresh, Clean
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Silly Little Vegan
Points +1166
Yum! - Edit
Everything that we've had here has been delicious!
Read morePros: I believe everything is vegan
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Serasaur174
Points +100
Incredible food - Edit
I was sad to see that Angry Baker was gone, but WOW this food is good! The “chicken” and waffles was a mind blowing mix of sweet and savory. The matcha latte was YUM! Definitely will come back.
Read morePros: Amazing tastes, High quality and nice-sized portions, Awesome, welcoming staff
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christopherevans
Points +329
Traveled all the way from Dayton - Edit
Best Vegan food I’ve ever tasted. Heard about this place from my father who isn’t Vegan at all. He raved about this place and he is very very hard to please. He took me the next week to try this amazing place.
Read moreTried the fish sandwich (amazing)
Buffalo wings (amazing)
Tacos (outstanding)
Will hit this spot everytime I’m in the CO
Pros: Food prep time, Ambiance , Presentation
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Keeperr
Points +47
Good hidden spot - Edit
This restaurant is in the previous spot of Angry Baker (RIP) so I am happy that a vegan restaurant took over. They get 4 stars instead of 5 because one of their items lists honey in the bread, and honey is not vegan, so be aware.
Read morePros: All original ideas for items
Cons: Be aware of honey in the bread
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ElizabethMcManus
Points +46
Get the Chik’n and Waffles! - Edit
Great business with a rapidly growing menu. The Chik’n and Waffles are amazing, as are their selection of pastries.
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