![Chikn sandwich with southern style potatoes [salad] and mac & chz at NuVegan in Washington](https://images.happycow.net/venues/1024/17/90/hcmp1790_1010815.jpeg)
Vegan cafe offering a large soul food menu of southern American style entrees, hot and cold sides, shakes and smoothies. Sample items include vegan soft serve, mac n cheese and biscuits, fried chicken, and Sunday brunch. One of a few branches, this one is in the Howard University/Park View area. Est. in the 2000s as Everlasting Life which became Woodlands then NuVegan in 2015. Black-owned. Reported closed September 2024.
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2928 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, USA, 20001
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Last update on 04 Sep 2024 by ShaneMcDaniel
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192 Reviews
First Review by Mimi710
nmich
Points +1135
Decent - Edit
Was disappointed that almost half of the menu was not available when we visited during lunch hours. Wanted to try the mac n cheese, crab cakes, ribs… none were available. Service was also a bit dismissive. We happened to come on a very hot day and there was no AC - it was just as hot as outside.
Read moreStill giving 4 stars as the food we did have was good. Especially enjoyed the wings and breakfast wrap.
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Zurv
Points +1082
Delicious soul food - Edit
Heard a lot about this place and it meets the expectations!
Read moreThe yams, greens, curry chicken, rice, cornbread, Mac and cheese, and potato salad were all delicious.
Pros: Food, Location
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WilliamRosenfelt
Points +180
Great cafeteria style vegan soul food! - Edit
We were here during our honeymoon back in 2019. The meatloaf was amazing and my wife enjoyed her salad and chikin wings. Would definitely go back!
Read morePros: Cafeteria style!, Friendly service , Soul food
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oatlord
Points +39
Amazing breakfast burrito - Edit
Delicious. Entree and two sides is $19. They also have desserts and smoothies.
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jalopy
Points +294
REALL GOID - Edit
CRABCAKE SANDY GO CRAAAaaaAaaAzY
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Vegcrusher74
Points +33
Make this a regular stop - Edit
Everything is so good. Went with a group and everyone enjoyed their meals. The Mac & Cheese is fantastic.
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ScottHutton
Points +578
Great Comfort Soul Food! - Edit
Many homemade entree and side optlons
Read morePros: Homemade Vegan Food, The friendly staff, Easy and quick walk up ordering
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LoganMelton
Points +1278
Incredible - Edit
Wow! This place blows expectations out of the water. Service is quick, since the food is served cafeteria style, the taste, texture, everything was perfect. Don't let the cafeteria style format and plastic cutlery turn you off, this is a must visit in the DMV.
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kirsten.ableson
Points +146
Excellent food! - Edit
Yummy food, and so many options! I ordered enough food for three meals and I’m so glad I did!
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VegProudMom
Points +20
Food far from great. Unkind service. Plastic cutlery 😳 - Edit
We arrived first time and we’re very disappointed. Half of the menus was not available, service was not kind and the place should be cleaned better.
Read moreDisappointing they use only plastic “plates” and cutlery…
Not coming back again😒
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-06
Cons: Half of the things in menu weren’t available , Place needs cleaning, Staff not kind
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stewstewstew
Points +89
Lives up to the expectations - Edit
It is as good as the reviews say it is, will definitely be going back. Got the chicken and even without sauce was some of the best I ever had. The Mac and cheese also was incredible.
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PlantsnMelanin
Points +76
Flavoursome and friendly service - Edit
BBQ ribs were delicious.
Read moreMac n cheese very moorish.
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FieldRoaster🌱
Points +414
Classic great southern food! - Edit
I’m a fan. Came late on a Friday (closes at 8pm). They had three mains left l: chick’n drummies , tofu, and Salisbury steak. Got the drummies and tofu. For the money you’ll get much fuller on the tofu and brown rice. For sides had collared greens x2, Mac and cheese and sweet potato. We all liked the collard greens. Mac and cheese also would get again. Potatoes a bit too sweet for our preference. Cornbread for $2 is good value.
Read moreSeating and dining area is no nonsense. Cafeteria style (they serve you based on what you ask for / point to)
Pros: Mac and cheese is good
Dariush
Didn’t try the Salisbury steak? 🤦🏻♂️
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pinkdragon
Points +114
Best Vegan Soul Food - Edit
The mac and cheese is to die for. The vegan fried chicken is also delicious! They have such a wide array of options it’s hard to pick just one! Desserts are worth it as well.
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FelinityVeg
Points +96
Best mac I’ve ever had! - Edit
Everything this restaurant serves is extremely delicious. I’ve tried several items and there is nothing that I didn’t love. If you’re in the area, go check them out, and make sure you get some mac and cheeze!
Read morePros: Best mac and cheeze ever, A lot of variety and everything is delicious , Staff is great
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villain
Points +8338
Sets the standard for vegan soul food - Edit
NuVegan definitely sets the standard for vegan soul food, and other restaurants should be taking notes. The Mac and Cheese was creamy and rich, and the Sweet Potatoes were flavorful and well spiced. The chick'n drummies were great, too. Just be aware that there are many sauce and flavor options for the chick'n. You won't be asked what flavor, offered a sauce, or told it's an option. It's written small on the menu on the wall, though. My dining partner had the lemon pepper flavor, as well as BBQ and Buffalo sauces. Their favorite was the lemon pepper. I'm so jealous! I need to come back to try all the flavor options.
Read moreThe food here is very filling, portions are generous, and the pricing is perfect. Even the environment is pleasant and laid back.
The only thing I didn't like was the cinnamon roll. I loved the size (it's massive), but it was completely stale, and even the frosting was unusually hard. The cornbread was a better option, it was deliciously soft and had a very classic flavor.
Updated from previous review on 2023-05-26
Seatown_vegan
Best vegan soul food in the land! I visit every time I go to DC! Can’t wait to have it next week.
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ricola
Points +16
GASSSSSSSS - Edit
I got the cormbread and yummy food
Read morePros: Sweet potatoes yum, Big serving size & reasonable price
Cons: no smoothie available today:(, Why sticks in the wings lol
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ekrulick
Points +121
The best spot in the DMV - Edit
Hands down the best, tastiest, reasonably priced, filling vegan food in the DMV.
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JasonManias
Points +1387
Always great - Edit
Been to a couple of the locations and have had perfect, comforting meals each time
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Breah
Points +651
Amazing vegan soul food! - Edit
I’ve tried almost everything on the menu at this point, including several of the sweets. The steak and cheese sandwich, chicken sandwich (several sauce options, but the best are the jerk and the mambo), and crab cake sandwiches are all excellent. My favorite sides are the tuna mac, mac n cheese, all the kale salads, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and collard greens. HUGE portions for a great price. They even have brunch on sundays. Love supporting this black-owned local business!
Read morePros: All vegan, Huge portions, Lots of options
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JoanO
Points +60
Disappointed - Edit
Very disappointing visit. Mac and cheese very mushy and country fried steak was hard as could be. Hopefully this was an off day. On the positive side, very reasonable prices!
Read morePros: Fully vegan , Very reasonable prices
Cons: Not fresh when visited
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BeyondBoundaries
Points +103
Excellent Vegan Soulfood - Edit
After a bad experience at a local food truck (nonvegan) we were able to redeem our day at NuVegan. Great flavors, savory, and creative. Prices are reasonable, as well. We will definitely return next time business brings us to DC.
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Eaxia
Points +108
Will miss this place when vaca ends… - Edit
So I went with family twice. There are so many options to choose from!! We tried:
Read more* Mango habanero chicken sandwich- tasty but would haven’t been able to say that’s what the sauce is
* Collard greens- amazing!
* broccoli- good but not stand-out
* crab cake sandwich- really delicious!
* Mac’n’cheese - really good/really rich
* ribs- tasty! Very rich
* fries - from frozen (bagged)
* buffalo chicken sandwich- amazing!!
* garlic kale - super garlicky!! Not for the weak or vampires!!
* macaroni salad- classic flavor
* potato salad- classic flavor
* fish sandwich- good but needed more sauce
* okra- standout dish!! So good
* curried tofu- good, wouldn’t get again
* chicken drummetts- like fried chicken, but a bit plain; get something to dip it in
* sweet potatoes- rich, creamy, rich, sweet, rich
* cabbage- super tasty
* steak sandwich- so good!! Filling, big!
* cinnamon buns- like a dream… still in love
* red velvet cake- good, but not standout
Love, love, love this place!!
Pros: Big portions, So many options, Great staff
Cons: I don’t have a big enough stomach, There aren’t more of them
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jellybeard
Points +44
Still in food coma as I write this - Edit
I just managed to fit in the massive cinnamon roll after a giant dinner. It was so good I couldn’t stop. We had chicken sandwiches, crab cake sandwich, and ribs, with a few different sides. We all got the collard greens though. The portions were big and we wanted to try everything. The family all gives this place a 5 (13 and 16 yo boys plus us parents).
Read moreCons: Everything was served on single use plastic.
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RowanDog
Points +68
God I miss this place. - Edit
This is the best Vegan restaurant I've ever been to. I miss it so much.
Read moreCons: Only located in DMV area
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Kickboxer7
Points +16
Will not disappoint! - Edit
I have been a vegan for over 20 years and very finicky about where I go and eat. This is by far the best vegan food I have ever experienced. It is definitely worth a try!
Read morePros: Entire menu is vegan, Been a vegan for over 20 years. Best taste ever! , The best vegan macaroni and cheese ever!!
Cons: Too far from my home in New Jersey!! : )
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jabari.akuffo
Points +51
Delicious, real vegan soul food - Edit
The prices were right, and the food was delicious. This store is Black owned as well and the customer service was very good; everyone was polite and friendly. The only thing is they need more seats and tables, there was a couch area we sat at because it was crowded that day, I hope they replace it with table and chairs for a more comfortable dining experience. Also, I noticed there had been a homeless man sitting up in that restaurant, I'm not sure why they allowed that, but overall it was great and I would go again.
Read morePros: Delicious fried chicken, Delicious macaroni and cheese, Collard greens were good
Cons: Homeless man was sleeping in there (really?!), Needs more/better seating
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