• The Cardinal

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  • White Veg-options
Lacto
American
Beer/Wine
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegans could have the tempeh tenders (also in sandwich form) and the beet burger. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-12:00am.


10 Reviews

First Review by gunnymomma

Kirbiewalters

Points +513

Vegan
19 Apr 2024

Holy [censored]

WOW is all I can say. BEST tempeh me and my wife have ever had. We got the tempeh sandwhich with the cardinal sauce. It’s like a sweet and spicy Dr Pepper sauce. I am a Dr Pepper girl through and through so this was such a delightful surprise. The fries are also incredible I’m not sure how they made such a simple thing so good?? Anyways this is a must visit if you are vegan and in the area !!

Pros: incredible tempeh , Friendly staff , Cute interior and bar

teek

Points +187

Vegan
03 Apr 2024

Love!

Really love this place! The cocktails are amazing and they have a couple of vegan options as is! Really yummy and love the options!!

MelgCundiff

Points +144

Vegetarian
18 Jul 2023

Great vegan options

While not 100% vegan, I was excited at the options of things that could be made vegan in this small town. The wait staff was knowledgeable of all ingredients and were able to answer any questions.

I had the tempeh tenders appetizer and the beet burger...and I would totally go back!!

MontanaBrown

Points +22

Vegan
26 Mar 2022

Very good!

The tempeh tenders are the best thing there! I also got the beet burger original style and it was okay. Not a fan of the beet patty which is why I’m giving it four start. However, next time definitely getting the tempeh tender sandwich! The fries are also good, just basic!

Pros: Lots of Vegan Options , Very accommodating

Cons: The beet patty is not that good

Srincon

Points +574

Vegan
10 Nov 2021

Yummy eats

My partner and I were excited to see three vegan options on the menu! I got the Buffalo tempeh and he got the beet burger. Both were yummy. The tempeh is breaded & personally I would have wanted more Buffalo flavor/ a spicer burger but it was all in all filling. The beet burger had a soft texture and we had it with slaw and really enjoyed it! The potato chips were great and the fries were basic but yummy.

Pros: Vegan options , Outdoor seating , Vegan Mayo

emmanoodlesoup

Points +29

Vegan
30 Jun 2021

Great atmosphere

I got the cardinal style tempeh sandwich and it was very good (slightly spicy Cheerwine sauce). It has a nice upbeat dive bar type atmosphere and friendly staff.

Updated from previous review on 2021-06-30

Pros: Old-school arcade games, Upbeat atmosphere, Recyclable takeout boxes

gimbronone

Points +109

Vegan
10 Mar 2021

vegan. corn. dog.

VEGAN CORN DOG! AND it was awesome. the tempeh tenders were ok - they mentioned they should be breaded but weren't. i kinda wish they hadn't served us them because they were not v good but we felt bad sending them back since they made an exception serving them... meh. beet burger was to die for. the server sent us over to their sister restaurant, Lily's and THAT WAS GREAT TOO!

MackenziePalladino

Points +40

Vegan
02 Nov 2020

Vegan friendly

One of my fave restaurants in Boone! Their tempeh/beet burger is to die for. *they offer a vegan style for both of these sandwiches with vegan Mayo, lettuce, Tomato, etc** The Carolina spread plate is also a great option for vegetarians! Great atmosphere and amazing cocktails

Pros: The ultimate place to hang and relax, Amazing food/vegetarian specials occasionally, If you’re visiting this is a must

Cons: No cons

Shiru

Points +2844

Vegan
20 Jun 2020

Tasty food.

Very tasty food. I got a buffalo tempeh sandwich and the cardinal tempeh tenders. The cardinal sauce is sweet (kind of like a mix between BBQ and teriyaki). I wasn't sure I would like it but it was quite delicious.

gunnymomma

Points +62

Vegan
15 Feb 2020

very pleased

waitress was vegetarian, so she was very knowledgeable as Vegan options and how to veganize other selections. I had the Tempeh Tender Sandwich while dining in. It was excellent. Also, I ordered a Beet Burger to go, and I was very pleased with this one. A very hearty meal. UPDATE : I just tried the Veggie Dog (vegan) with Avacodo Spread & Onions ... yum.

Pros: Good Value, Friendly Staff, Nice Vibe

Cons: corn dog is vegetarian, not Vegan




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