Vegan
American
Fast food
Take-out
Coffee joint offering sandwiches and vegan mac n cheese. Kitchen stocks vegan meat and cheese. Previously named Volstead Public House. Completely vegan as of September 2019. Open Tue-Sun 8:00am-2:00pm.
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Added by Erika on 28 Aug 2015
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44 Reviews
First Review by Erika
Ren'e
Points +38
It's not that good - Edit
The atmosphere is relaxing but the food was bland and really not good. I enjoyed their pumpkin spice latte. I had the mcbluffin and my husband had the avocado toast but with a bagel. We both left knowing we wouldn't return unless we were starving and had to eat there. Yeah it's a no for us
Read morePros: Pumpkin spice latte decaf
Cons: Vegan eggs were so bland, Cream cheese had a strange taste, Bagel was soft but didn't like the flavor
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VeganInPHX
Points +282
Why the Hype? - Edit
The Nile seems quite popular, so I went to check it out. I ordered the (vegan) steak and potato burrito, but sadly would not order it again. I wanted a pastry too, but none called to me initially. When I went to look at them again, they had all been put away in a container. It was still about an hour before close. I’m glad I checked it out, but won’t go out of my way to return.
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jlucie
Points +37
Closes early - Edit
Be careful since they close the kitchen way before closing time so if you come for food don’t waste an hour drive like we did 😅
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MsPocketSand
Points +96
Damn Fine Breakfast Sandwich - Edit
I was trapped in Mesa for a conference where no one GAF about having plant-based options and the Nile delivered. It's super chill, the McBlufin hit the spot. I'll be here daily during my time here
Read morePros: Convenient location, Good, filling options, Additional grab and go options
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poseidonneptune
Points +607
1 GF option, hash browns - Edit
Unfortunately only 1 gf option so that’s what I had. But lots of other options for vegans if you can eat the wheat!
Read moreAll coffee is nut milks for milk alternatives.
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saratheplanteater
Points +516
Delicious vegan treats and coffee - Edit
Fantastic spot for plant based awesome vegan baked treats and outstanding coffee. Great vibe, free parking ... all is good!!!
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GuyS.
Points +75
Small portions, also not tofu? - Edit
I was glad to find some vegan options in the immediate area, but the portions were small. To be fair I made the burrito into a bowl, but I would need 2 to be full. The menu describes a tofu scramble but it seemed like a tiny bit of ‘Just Egg’ , which had I known I probably wouldn’t have ordered.
Read moreThe staff was nice and accommodating, nice little breakfast/ lunch spot…Just wanted to people know that you may want to confirm what is described on the menu is what you’ll actually get.
Pros: Decor, Friendly staff
Cons: Menu descriptions inaccurate
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KeithTharp
Points +990
Best vegan breakfast in or around Mesa - Edit
We were in town for 4 mornings and ate here each day. Normally we would try multiple different places, but once we had the amazing breakfast experience at The Nile we decided this was our place. I tried the McBluffin, the Steak & Potato, and the Southwest Wrap, they were all delicious, on the final day I went back to the Steak & Potato.
Read moreThe staff were always super kind, the coffee was fantastic, and the environment was super chill. We got lucky while we were here and also got to experience the Saturday morning farmers market. I wish we had this place back home in Maine.
Thank you to The Nile and the wonderful staff for having the best vegan coffee shop we’ve been too in a long time!!
Pros: Wonderful staff, very kind
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b4vicky4
Points +39
The Mesa Experience! - Edit
Great place and wonderful customer service. The Pistachio Latte was delicious 😋! Would definitely recommend! 
Read morePros: The atmosphere was great!, The service was wonderful!, The food was amazing!
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GoblinFrog
Points +474
One of the best vegan breakfast spots - Edit
Truly a pleasure. The McBluffin, SW burrito, and seasonal beat toast were all sooo good. They offer some local produce in their fridge too
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lea2latte
Points +840
Cute vegan downtown cafe - Edit
I love the ambience this little downtown cafe brings. The cafe is warm and rustic w a modern feel. They have an extended outdoor patio too just off of Main St. in downtown Mesa. The staff is friendly and helpful and all of the food is super delish. I love coming here!
Read morePros: Good vegan foodies, Staff is friendly, Cute and comfy cafe
Cons: Pastries r a bit high priced
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TarotCrow
Points +77
Great music venue, great coffee - Edit
The whole menu here is vegan! This is a great spot to chill and work. Friendly staff, too.
Read morePros: Coffee , Openly vegan!, Bathrooms
Cons: Early closure (2pm)
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ShedCake
Points +562
Squawker Texas Ranger - Edit
This place is lovely. Liked it so much I went three times and had the Squawker Texas Ranger twice.
Read morePros: Atmosphere , Food , Music
Cons: On the expensive side
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AZSubby
Points +188
Amazing! - Edit
Not only is this the best damn theater in town to play a gig or watch a gig, but a killer vegan restaurant! Great coffee shop options, killer food, and always have great baked goods both in house and supporting other local vegan bakeries.
Read morePros: Great food, Great drinks, Great music venue!
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MarKey
Points +171
Mac n cheese! - Edit
Limited lunch menu but what I got was amazing. Got their seasonal sandwich which was a caprese with Artichokes and it was delicious, but Omg the Mac n cheese was the best vegan Mac I've had. Was concerned at first but you can get the hint of coconut that confirms it. Tons of drink options.
Read morePros: Delicious , Friendly staff, Mac n cheese
Cons: A bit slow, but worth it, just expect a lil wait , Online website is lacking
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tbdawson
Points +566
Good coffee & breakfast - Edit
Love the overall aesthetic of this shop! Was perfect for a morning coffee date enjoying our meals while admiring the beautiful historic building! It is located in the cutest location with lots of little local shops to walk around and check out after!
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RachaelK
Points +327
All day breakfast - Edit
I came here for a late breakfast / early lunch. I got the mcbluffin with bacon and a side of fruit. I also got their seasonal caramel apple tea with oat milk. Everything was great! If I came again I would ask for the hashbrown on the side. It comes in the sandwich.
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AllenM
Points +151
Not worth the trip - Edit
Came here shortly after opening, had to wait a long time to be attended only to be told that they did not have bread (which makes up a majority of their menu items), vegan bacon, pastries. On top of all that it seemed entirely overpriced. Do not recommend.
Read moreCons: Does not carry items on their menu, Overpriced , Long wait
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Vegan615
Points +203
All vegan, outdoor dining. 5 stars - Edit
We got the McBluffin (my parents who are non vegans loved it) and me, a vegan got the Desert Bloom which was a ciabatta or bagel with vegan cream cheese, berriesalmonds, and agave
Read morePros: All vegan place , Great breakfast options
Cons: There was too much agave, very wet, was drenched
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Jason.Fontana
Points +1964
We loved it - Edit
My wife and I enjoyed a great breakfast here over the weekend. The food was really good and the service was top notch.
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NikiBenedict
Points +29
Amazing Brunch spot - Edit
The McBlufin is the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had. I also has the southwest sandwich, avocado toast and coffee is amazing. Love this spot and will be coming back #Veganuary
Read morePros: All vegan, Good vibes
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rocketed
Points +20
A little gem! - Edit
A fantastic little gem downtown.
Read morePros: All vegan, with options
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savsmalls
Points +717
fav avo toast, revamped menu but worst staff exp @ a vegan restaurant - Edit
love their avo toast with cream cheese on it. i alsways get extra avo and cream chz for only $1.5 extra😄their desert bloom toast is yummy too, really good flavor. my hubby really likes their southwest burrito and his favorite is their copper state burrito. a friend of mine loved the southwest sammy. their pasta salad is ok, just dry. their sqwauker lunch sammy was good, my hubby really liked it! i personally think their fake meats taste realllyyyy weird, but i think most processed/packaged fake meats do unless its sausage
Read moreupdate 11/12: THEY HAVE A REVAMPED MENU. they have classic breakfast sandwiches that are SO GOOOOODDDDD. i like the mcbluffin!
i will mention the experiences i have had with their staff have been alright.. honestly they’re all very dull and just want your order and for you to get out of there. if i didnt live so close i would take my business elsewhere for that reason. i stopped by on a sunday at 140 before close and they closed their kitchen at 130 because “it takes longer to close down” i’ve been here manyyyy times and i’ve never had/seen this happen. lady didn’t apologize for the inconvenience or anything, she genuinely seemed bothered that we got there 20 min before close.. whatever! happily took my business to jarrod’s across the street for their huge vegan pastry case :~)
update: got there at 125pm to get food and they were “out of almost everything” so they couldn’t make a SINGLE dish. all while theres a group of 6 eating their meal outside AND someone got their food order when we were walking past again around 135 after stopping at main st harvest. yet they couldn’t make a single dish for us! worker didn’t apologize until we decided to go elsewhere. definitely bullshit, they just want to go home early. i wouldnt care if they updated their hours online and made it known that its now a regular occurrence to close kitchen at 130.. will not be returning
always stop by main st harvest a few businesses down too! they have local produce and a fridge full of vegan dishes from local businesses!
Updated from previous review on 2021-11-16
Pros: beautiful establishment , decent prices
Cons: wish for regular potatoes in burrito, THEY DO NOW, not very health conscious, close at 2pm, terribly unfriendly staff
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dōTERRASteph
Points +129
Most delicious potato salad!! Amazing!! - Edit
Friendly service, delicious food. What more could you ask? The potato salad alone gets it a 5 star rating!!!
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Erika
Points +2232
Constantly expanding veg options - Edit
They have a great selection of vegan sandwiches and other comfort food. They always seem to be experimenting w/ new menu options and expanding their baked goods case. Definitely don't forget to grab a latte and punch card while you're here :)
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2015-08-30
Pros: vegan mac n cheese, house made baked goods, coffee
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Savedbytofu
Points +27
Great vibe - Edit
Good food nice historic building
Read morePros: Owner/Manager very qualified , Location
Cons: Limited kitchen space, Small menu
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savetheginger
Points +88
Not quite right - Edit
It’s $12 for a sandwich and a side which is fine for the quantity of food and it being a nicer place. I shared an autumn turkey and squawker with my partner. We got chili and pasta salad. You get a ton of pasta salad but it only has shredded carrots in it and it was super bland. The chili was pretty under seasoned too- it just tasted like tomato. The autumn turkey was good. It was on nice bread and the turkey itself was good but it wasn’t salty at all, just all sweet so it wasn’t what I was expecting. The ranch on the squawker was sweet and there was too much of it. The majority of the flavor was sweet from the ranch and then franks red hot for the hot sauce which is kind of disappointing. It was a cute place and there were tons of coffee and tea options. Over all I like the idea but I didn’t fully like anything that I got. It’s a cute place though.
Read morePros: Lots of drink options, Decent price, Atmosphere
Cons: Under seasoned, Bland, Everything was too sweet
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