Vegan-friendly
Lacto
American
Delivery
Take-out
Coffee and food. Has vegan poke bowl, rotating specials, and vegan versions of Cubanos and banh mi. Much of the vegan meats used are from The Herbivorous Butcher. Dairy-free cheese and milk-alternative options for drinks, reported to be also selling dairy milk Oct '21. Parking on street. NOTE: Please verify if cow's milk is still offered. Open Wed-Fri 7:00am-7:00pm, Sat 7:00am-6:00pm, Sun 7:00am-4:00pm. Donuts Wed-Sun - Food menu from 10:30am.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 16 Aug 2023 by bathofwrethany
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51 Reviews
First Review by reba1203
rcf717
Points +196
NOT ENTIRELY VEGAN - Edit
I was under the impression that this restaurant was entirely vegan. IT IS NOT! There are a few drinks that include cow milk. VERY disappointed when I found that out after I ordered it for pick up. The food is very good but just be aware and clarify to make sure that everything you order is *actually* vegan so you don’t end up ordering a non-vegan option. I don’t understand why, there are so many vegan options for sweetened condensed milk. I would gladly pay a dollar more to avoid animal torture for any beverage!! HappyCow needs to change the label of this to an all vegetarian place not all vegan!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-09-30
Pros: Good food, Lots of vegan options
Cons: Misleading menu
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BuckeyeKid
Points +163
Great Vegan Lunch - Edit
Did to visit this place since it seems to be the only "true vegan" place in Rochester during my visit here. It is located a short distance from downtown Rochester and is in a little funky house. Very nice indoors and much larger than it would appear from the outside. It has a nice patio area in the back. I ordered the Banh Mi sandwich platter and 2 chocolate chip cookies. The service was very friendly and prompt and offered me a glass of water since I hadn't ordered a drink. I sat indoors and it only took a few minutes for my food to arrive. It was GREAT! Sandwich was very tasty. I ate one of the chocolate chip cookies and it was very good. My only comment would be that they might want to find a better side than the potato chips that they served. Will definitely stop here again the next time that I'm passing through Rochester!
Read morePros: Great Banh Mi Sandwich, Friendly and Quick Service, Good value
Cons: Have to park on the street.
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marilaporta
Points +38
Amazing food - Edit
One of the few vegan restaurants in Roch. Great place and food!!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Staff really nice , Great take out to show your friends that vegans
Cons: Closed on Sundays
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xoxounityoxox
Points +84
Would definitely come back! - Edit
Small place but wheelchair accessible and friendly staff. Only wish they offered more options, our party got the zumbro coffee, viet mocha, chopped banh mi bowl, and the spicy salmon bowl, all of which were lovely. The zumbro doesn’t scream “nutella” to me, but more of a mocha flavor with a hint of hazelnut. Still tasted good though! Very large portions for the price and mostly sustainable to-go materials like bamboo cutlery.
Read morePros: All vegan with a few dairy exceptions, Accessible and gender neutral bathrooms, Sustainability attempts
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moxeev
Points +79
YEEEESSS - Edit
I waited months to go here since it never worked out when I visited. So worth the wait.
Read moreMy parents and sisters, along with her boyfriend and friend came as well (non vegans).
My parents and my sister + boyfriend enjoyed the nachos and the one of the rice bowls (forgot what kind). My sister did not like the rice bowl but I did.
My other sister and her friend got the matcha smoothie, they hated it but they also dislike healthy items. I tried and LOVED IT.
I got the the brat, it was good. I’ve tried vegan hot dogs at home that were okay but this was good.
Spent a total of 50ish dollars (we got 3 Cokes, three teas, and two smoothies for drinks).
Pros: Vegan , Local, Decor
Cons: Parking? I didn’t really care, Small
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mattlily
Points +253
Fantastic - Edit
This place is delicious! I wish it had been there when I lived in Rochester.
Read morePros: All vegan food, Great coffee, Friendly staff
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m.ames
Points +27
Yum - Edit
Amazing! At first my Mom (non vegan) was put off by the almost entirely vegan menu, thinking it would be all flavorless tofu dishes. But we both throughly enjoyed our meals. It's our new favorite restaurant! It doesn't 'taste vegan' at all, a great place to take meat eaters.
Read morePros: Good Price, Lots of Vegan Options
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BegaLaine
Points +26
Hands down best, easy and cheapest vegan food in Rochester. - Edit
I love Old Abe’s and has great vegan food. I usually get the BBQ Korea brown rice bowl.
Read morePros: All vegan, Inexpensive , Fast
Cons: Small dining area
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audreyschwieder
Points +18
Favorite place in Rochester - Edit
Old Abe is hands down my favorite place to eat in Rochester! The food is absolutely delicious. This place is a must visit! So much flavor in every dish and tastes very fresh. Never ever disappointed.
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Lynnspiration
Points +274
Love it!! - Edit
So glad an all-vegan food place is open in Rochester! I just wish they were open earlier in the day (coffee before work) & later at night... as well as every day of the week. Delicious food and great coffee.
Read morePros: All food is vegan, many options
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BiteSizedBeet
Points +914
Love it! - Edit
I love Old Abe’s! The mix of flavors & textures in the Korean BBQ Bulgogi Bowl is incredible. The boondi (the little fried puffs) especially add nice crunch & heat. I loved the BLT as well. Both dishes use meats from The Herbivorous Butcher. I live over an hour away but would drive back just to go here.
Read morePros: Food is all vegan, Great flavors & textures
Cons:
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JordynKathmann
Points +50
Best vegan food in Rochester - Edit
All the food is vegan and non-diary milk is available for all the drinks. Absolute best bowls and sandwiches I have ever had. Abe is a super nice guy and the shop is abordable, huge fan A place.
Read morePros: Friendly owner , Helpful staff for food allergies , All the food is vegan
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plant_based_warrior
Points +23
SE Minnesota Vegans rejoice! - Edit
The BEST vegan restaurant in Rochester.
Read moreWe've visited Abe's multiple times since our discovery of them last month. Every vegan item on the menu is delicious. Our personal favorite is the poke` bowl with the spicy 'salmon'. Our kids love the grilled cheeze, how Abe specially prepares the Daiya cheese to give it it's flavor is a delicious mystery.
This vegan landmark is now our go-to dining establishment!
Pros: Extensive vegan fare, Specials change frequently
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AlexisReid
Points +27
Favorite food in Rochester - Edit
Delicious poke bowls and sandwiches, mostly with vegan meats as a base with really fresh veggies. All but a couple items are vegan, all are vegetarian. Owner is awesome and amiable. Always adding creative and tasty new menu items.
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jenstam8gmail.com
Points +29
Favorite place! - Edit
We love the bahn mi bowl but it's all super delish! Plenty of vegan options! Awesome place, great atmosphere. Go say hi to Abe!
Read morePros: Vegsn options
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bethbgooder
Points +62
Great vegan cheesesteak - Edit
Best vegan cheesesteak, my family loved the poke bowls
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options!
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ToothlessBart
Points +16
No bad choices - Edit
Always a good meal at Old Abe’s.
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bookboy
Points +32
Love Abe's - Edit
My go to place for vegan food, never been disappointed.
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ShaneHolden
Points +18
Vegan Options - Edit
Great place for coffee and vegan food!
Read morePros: Vegan Saracha Brats from the Herbivorous Butcher!
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VeganKitty78
Points +20
Cold brew, and good food too! - Edit
Old Abe's is the best place to get some seriously delicious eats! You can't go wrong with the mostly vegan food he serves. The bowls are excellent and the sandwiches are HUGE. Abe is a great guy to just sit and have a chat with on any given day.
Read morePros: Fast service, Great food, Good conversation
Cons: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays , Not all food is vegan friendly
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lindseyw
Points +28
Favorite spot in Rochester - Edit
Delicious, creative food & fantastic coffee. Kombucha & a small beer selection available as well. Outdoor space. Abe is a local favorite!! Couldn’t recommend this place more.
Read morePros: Awesome staff. , Quirky space. , Tons of vegan options.
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bfitz
Points +206
Almost all Vegan Menu - Edit
Good size menu with almost everything on the menu Vegan! We got three dishes and they were all delicious. Very cute place with friendly quick service.
Read morePros: Tons of vegan options, Good value , Delicious dishes
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Stephaneen
Points +1247
Delicious! - Edit
Finally, a dedicated vegetarian and mostly vegan restaurant in Rochester, MN. Old Abe's has six or seven different hot items to order, lots of coffee, kombucha, and other dessert items. They also carry plant-based meats from the Herbivorous Butcher in Minneapolis. I order the Poke bowl and it was delicious. My boyfriend ordered the banh mi sandwich and said it was delicious. The owner is super nice and took the time to explain the menu to us. We'll be back!
Read morePros: Read comic books while you eat, Funky cool space
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reba1203
Points +103
Highly recommend! - Edit
Bahn mi sandwich is so awesome that I order it every time 😊 I need to branch out and try the other options! Coffee is great too.
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