I-tal Garden

This place was highly recommended by friends who had visited before, so I had high hopes. My boyfriend and I (both vegan) both agreed that the food was decent, but not incredible. Unfortunately, the service was incredibly slow. We ordered our food at the same time (almost identical meals), but he got his food a good 20-30 minutes before I got mine. I expected to be able to eat my meal at the same time as the person I'm dining with. Then we had to remind them about our drinks we'd ordered. On top of all that, we realized they'd forgotten part of his meal and had to show them the receipt so they could bring it out later. We love supporting vegan restaurants, but 3 stars is as high as I can honestly rate this place.

I'm not vegan , but when I tried the food, it was 🔥🔥🔥. There were multiple items that I had, and I was amazed how similarly the food mirrored the non vegan dishes. My favorite so far is the crab cakes and the cauliflower wings, It was undeniably flavorsome. Jashad was very helpful with her recommendations and even suggested a dessert she liked, which was also very enjoyable. 😋

We’ve come here two days in a row on our NOLA trip. We’re not vegan, just vegetarian but the food was absolutely amazing and not typically “vegan”. The flavors are explosive and balanced. This is a great way to experience NOLA cuisine and soul food as a vegan. It is a little further from the French Quarter so I recommend getting an Uber or a car. But it is so worth it! We had the lion’s mane burger (our favorite), jackfruit ribs, and cauliflower wings. These were our faves from truly everything on the menu is worth trying. The place is nice, food is amazing, and the bathrooms are well kept and clean. The food is incredibly flavorful, staff is exceptionally nice, highly recommend if you’re a vegan looking for soul food cuisine in NOLA, check this place out!

first visit, spent about $26 which included a, 1 protein with 3 sides plate. which i got mac, cornbread and fries. mac was pretty good, more pasta than cheezy. fries were ok, was not a fan of the cornbread but the cauliflower bites were good. also ordered a kids nacho which was classic and although there’s nothing on the menu to suggest, u can request jalapeños. the aesthetic was cute and the staff pretty nice.

Soooo gooddd - we came here twice, and would have come once again if the place was open on Monday. Southern food made Vegan, in an extremely thoughtful manner. The chef actually has put time, effort and love into designing the menu. This place shows that vegan food is not only imitation or impossible meat, there's more to it. Much much more. They use clean ingredients for their dishes. Had three servings of crab cake because it was that delicious, crispy and light. The okra gumbo and jambalaya were delicious too. The jambalaya and okra gumbo were with quinoa instead of rice which was a nice touch. The food took quite some time to be prepared which was a bit disappointing. Hope they improve on that. However that's because they prepare everything fresh and to order. 10/10 would recommend. They started from a pop up, to a food truck, and now have a brick and mortar location. Hope they go a long way. They deserve it.

We tried the crabcakes lentil soup and gumbo as well as the mac & cheese meal with some buffalo cauliflower and everything was absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to come back and try the ribs and some of the pasta.

Jack fruit ribs had a sweet BBQ sauce. Similar to Memphis or Carolina style BBQ. Crab cakes were okay. RASTA PASTA- Insanely good.strongly recommended.

I ordered the Racho supreme (nachos) from uber eats. It’s not worth $19.50! I will be getting my money back. It’s basically just chips and cashew cheese and like a pinch of walnut meat and beans. This was my first time eating from here. I’m highly disappointed.

I would give more stars if possible. This place is FANTASTIC! If you are vegan and/or gluten free (GF) put this as your first stop so that you can enjoy it more than once (we did!). Fried avocado = awesome Fried lemon pepper bites (mushroom) = awesome The breading is crispy and they are fried to perfection. We got these delivered both times and they did not suffer on the trip either. The Ital plate with curried chickpeas or black eyed peas - they are both delicious and served on a bed of quinoa. The grilled veggies are superb and the "candied sweet potatoes" are the best sweet potatoes I've had in my life. Somehow they cook up dry and firm with slight char/caramelization. I could eat these all day. Very fresh salads. Kale salad comes with quinoa and the lemon pepper mushrooms. The vegan ranch is light and dilly. I've never had crab cakes, but these are scrumptious too. The sauce they come with is a little sweet to me, but they are perfect with the drizzle provided. Thank you to the sweet soul who gave us some extra crabless cakes. I'll be eating those for breakfast tomorrow before hitting the airport. I guarantee they will be better than my other options here! Really glad to have tried the food here. If I had another day, I would try everything else!

* Portions are fair and filling * Food is rich and well seasoned (all the items I got (corn bread, greens, cauliflower, mac n cheese, and jackfruit ribs) were amazing) * The servers are really kind and personable. They are helpful and talkative * Atmosphere is fun and has a lot of character I would definitely return if I didn't live so far!

Outstanding vegan food in New Orleans! A bit off the beaten path, it was away from the chaos of Bourbon St. Near the highway & some cemeteries prolly not the best area to go walking. However, worth a quick taxi ride for the food. We got there at 8pm and were hoping the kitchen was still open since they close at 8:30pm! Luckily we got in and tried to quickly decide on an order. I tried to ask the young woman behind the counter for her recommendations. She noted her favorite was the RA pasta. I really wanted to try gumbo and couldn't figure out the cup vs bowl sizing. I asked how large one was vs the other and she said one is a cup & other is a bowl. Lol um... so didn't really get an answer on that. Would be helpful to have the cup & bowl by the counter to compare size. Took awhile for the food to come out and we quickly ate since they closed at 8:30. The RA pasta was excellent. Made in a creamy coconut sauce. I could do without the fried mushrooms on top. Didn't add much to the dish. The gumbo was my favorite. Hearty and filling. I got the cup size since I ordered pasta. If you get the cup size & side dish that would be enough for dinner. The loaded nachos were so good too! Wish we had more time and space to try other items! Saw many ordering a deep maroon color drink that looked refreshing. They have spent of seating on the main level or take the stairs up to additional seating. There is also a single restroom. Cool African art displayed around the restaurant. Worth a stop when in NOLA!

Accidentally posted the review twice -- seriously, still thinking about how great this place is 2 months later!

The food and staff were great, although it took a bit longer than expected. I loved everything I had: crabless cakes, mac n cheese, cornbread, and quinoa jambalaya! The place is also really cute with plants throughout.

The best vegan food!! I loved their greens, the ribs (I didn't get a picture cuz I gobbled them up too quick!), their Mac n cheese, and their Cajun oyster bites are out of this world! I wish I lived here to be able to enjoy this regularly.

I-tal Garden is a Black-Owned Plant-Based Vegan Restaurant in New Orleans. According to information online, they provide healthy alternatives to traditional New Orleans - style soul cuisine. Boy, this was needed after we enjoyably consumed many sweet, buttery, highly rich foods/meals during this trip-lol. Having dinner at I-tal Garden the last evening in New Orleans was a good way to end the trip w/ a great-tasting vegan meal. I-tal Garden's decor includes colorfully painted walls, Afrocentric wall artwork, floor plants, plants on shelves, etc. There is both indoor & outdoor seating w/ an outdoor patio. High chair / table and standard chair / tables seating arrangements are there for indoor dining on the 1st floor. There is also a second mini-floor of indoor dining w/ all stool / counter-style seating. Good music plays in the background and makes you want to sway to it as you eat. Staff are nice, explained menu options, and answered questions before customers pay for their orders at the register. The Crabless Crab Cakes, the Ital Garden Salad & their Vegan Mac & Cheese were all delicious! The Mac & Chesse tasted "cheesy" enough w/ out being overpowering, the salad was fresh, and the Crabless Crb Cakes were flavorful. My stomach and body were thankful to have had some health-conscious dishes. I would definitely return when I ever revisit New Orleans. Hours of Operation - Tues. - Fri. - 4pm - 11pm Sat. - 2pm- 11pm Sun. - 2pm - 10pm Website - italgardennola.com Instagram - @italgardennola One can sign up for their newsletter via email. Pickup & Delivery are also available.

I went with the Mac plate and ribs. Mac and cheese was solid. Cauli wings were also a hit. Ribs and greens were good but just ok to me. Large spacious seating area. Friendly service. Expect to wait about 20 minutes. Worth it though.

Love this place the people and the food. The food is amazing lots of healthy options. Most def food to feed the soul!

Decent southern vegan food, with an expansive menu and big portions. (3/5 is not a bad rating.) We stopped in for dinner one night quite hungry, and certainly left full. To start, I got the gumbo ($9 for a cup), which was overly salty, but had a decent spice mixture and broth depth, with plenty of veggies and quinoa. For my main, I got the I-tal plate ($15), which comes with black-eyed peas, rice, battered cauliflower, collard greens, and cornbread. Everything was decent, though I wish the black-eyed peas were more interesting. My wife got the mac n cheese plate ($15), which was solid; her highlight were the BBQ cauliflower wings. We also got a side potato salad ($5), which was pretty bland and unexciting. Quality-wise, this was middle-of-the-road, with nothing really standing out. Portions were huge and therefore the value good, but taste-wise, we weren't overly enthused. And they serve everything in plastic, disposable plates, so if even if you're dining in, there's a lot of waste from the serving choice.

We were super excited to try this place and it didn't disappoint! We got two veggie mains and three sides for $23; the prices are definitely reasonable. Loved the cauliflower wings with buffalo sauce (spicyyyyyy!), and the staff was super kind and friendly. I'd recommend to anyone who is vegan or vegetarian wanting to try some NOLA staples! Would love to see a vegan po'boy on the menu too :)

We had the best experience and the tastiest of foods! The service was the best, the ladies at the counter were amazing and so kind! It's such a vibe inside too! Coming from out of town and came here because of the great vegan options! Thanks again!

I LOVED I-tal Garden! I got the Ra Pasta and it was so creamy and flavorful. The crispy mushroom bites were perfect and crunchy, and the vegetables were cooked so nicely. The coconut flavor from the coconut cream was definitely there, but I quite liked it with the other flavors going on. I loved the gumbo and thought it was also super flavorful, along with the creole greens. The hibiscus tea was delicious and refreshing. I would love to come back when I next visit NOLA. Delicious vegan food and no animals harmed in the making! The lady at the counter was so lovely. I also liked the seating upstairs since I came by myself. I also was able to easily walk to this restaurant from the French quarter. The plants and artwork everywhere were also a nice touch !

The food was great!! Upon walking into the restaurant, you may go to the counter place your order and have a seat. The cashier informed us that there was about a 30 minutes after we placed our order which was suspected. I will say the 4/5 stars is from ordering, we felt rushed and the cashier seemed to be having an off night or maybe because it was a bit busy. We asked for recommendations or popular items and she just huffed and flipped the menu over. We ordered and waited about 30-40 mins for the food (which was completely okay given we were provided a heads up). Once we received our food the cashier gave me the bag and told me to check it because she only bagged our cauliflower wings. Good thing I checked because we were missing a couple of things. Once we got home we also noticed that our cauliflower wings didn't have any sauce on them given we ordered buffalo and bbq. I would love to try the restaurant but maybe earlier in the day when staff don't seem as overwhelmed.

There aren't enough words to express how incredible this food and the service is. The restaurant is self is quaint and comfortable. Everyone is so friendly and happy to give advice. The Jack fruit ribs are unbelievable. Please. If you're local, if you're traveling from out of town. This place is absolutely mandatory.

If ever you've wanted a restaurant with far more vegan options than an ill-thought salad thrown together at the back end of the menu, you'll find PLENTY of reasons to visit and return here. The flavors are amazing, the portion sizes are just right, and the attention to quality and care in preparation shine through clearly, even after a delivery wait. This restaurant speaks highly of not just plant-based but actual whole plant food as part of a viable, sustainable way of life, and as a lifelong resident of New Orleans, I'm grateful to finally find such a unique offering to this city--not all of us desire nor even can digest meat and seafood, even if born and raised here. The Ra Pasta: So rich! A lot of people miss cashew milk as a viable and rich alternative to dairy. The base was just thick enough to be a perfect match to the pasta, and the sauce had an overall great flavor. The crispy oysters were a perfect touch, with just enough on top to have one in pretty much every bite. They made quite an excellent contrast of textures, and their flavor complemented the pasta well. I appreciated the hint of spice, too! The Ra Mix (Hibiscus + Lemon-Ginger): Was that bits of actual ginger I got??? The zing hit me in just the right way, and this refreshing twist on an Arnold Palmer was a perfect treat in its own right. Just sweet enough to not be overbearing to my palate (I don't use sugar, honey, agave, et cetera very often), I can see myself stopping for one in the middle of a midday summer walk. The Creole Greens: These greens were wonderful, and each bite felt nourishing. I'm a fan of each of the individual greens, but this blend was so smooth and perfectly seasoned that I ate the whole side first, almost forgetting that I had more to the meal. There wasn't the usual hint of bitterness I've come to expect, and yet the seasoning didn't overpower the plant flavors at all. It wasn't full of saltiness, and it was far from bland: this balance was much appreciated. The texture was just right--not overly crisp nor mushy and overcooked. I'd definitely order this again, too.

Sooo good! My husband and I split a 2 protein + 4 sides platter with cornbread and ate on the patio. Everything we had was great and I loved the variety/ full meal, but the crabless cakes and oyster bites were favorites. The inside has lots of great art. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you.

We stopped in after a boat tour and the food was amazing. We got hibiscus tea that had this lovely clove after taste. My wrap was amazing, crispy and tasty. And my husband devoured his pasta. Would absolutely come back!

11/10! The food here was so good. I wasn't expecting this from vegan food. I had the ra pasta and the cauliflower wings in lemon pepper and barbecue. Everything was fresh, seasoned well, and cooked perfectly. I'll be back soon.

OH MY GOD. BEST VEGAN FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD. I'm vegetarian and eat vegan when possible. Came here with one vegan and two carnivore friends and we were all THRILLED. The staff was very nice and plenty of places to sit. A perfect place to come before heading out into the French Quarter. I have a soy and mushroom intolerance and get so frustrated when vegan places go in so hard on the meat alternatives that I can't eat anything. The jackfruit ribs were maybe the best thing I've ever eaten. I will come back here every time I'm in NOLA.

I'm so glad I got to stop in! Service was great and the food even came out a little quicker than expected. Inside of restaurants is cute too. I thought the black eyed peas were delicious and seasoned perfectly. The quinoa jambalaya was a little too salty for my taste but the other flavors were spot on. The grilled veggies were great. And the crab cake was good but I'd probably get something else next time. Can't wait to come and try some other things!

This is, by far, the best vegan food in the city of New Orleans. It really is just soooooo good. I usually just build my own plate and some of my favorites are the Mac n Cheese, Jambalaya, oyster bites, collard greens, and crab cakes. Honestly though, anything you get will be fantastic. The food takes a while to get to you, but be patient! Greatness takes time. Please give this place some love, it really is fantastic.

I waited all week for this place to open and I'm SO glad I did. Everything was so delicious. I got the creole pasta and it scratched a craving that I've had for ages for a creamy seafood pasta dish. I do think this place is a little overpriced but they're providing a food set that is impossible to find in the vegan market so I guess they can decide their own prices. The restaurant is cute. Everything comes in single use plastic which I do not love but it makes clean up easy, I suppose. The service wasn't abundantly friendly but you just order at the counter and sit down so it wasn't really important. The food is great, I'd probably stick to takeout next time since it comes in the containers already.

Don't walk. Run! This place is amazing. 10/10. Very satisfied with everything I tried. Service was quick and easy. Loved the music and ambiance. I can't wait to return for those oyster mushrooms and Ra pasta. Corn bread is also amazing!!!!!

The food is amazing. The service is poor. Twice I've ordered pickup and the food is 45-60 minutes later than scheduled. 1.5-2 hours after ordering. Seems like they may start your to-go order after you wait in line to pick up. They Simply look at you dumbfounded. I really hope the service gets better because the food is really good.

Great vegan soul food under the highway! Chill laid back sit-down place. Love the artwork on the walls. The greens are incredible. The cajun pasta was to die for. Definitely check it out if you're in New Orleans!

I've NEVER had vegan food as good as this place! My goodness! I was greeted upon walking in and asked if it was my first time dining - which I love! I was given a menu and I had to decide what I wanted. The cook came over to me and asked if I had any ideas of what I wanted. I was torn between the crabless crab cake salad and the lemon pepper mushroom wrap. I went with the wrap and I made a great choice! It comes with a cashew ranch, but I chose the creole mustard instead of my father for my wrap. I was sooooooo FULL! Definitely returning very soon!!

Every dish hit the mark, and hit the spot after a long morning walking the French Quarter. Staff recommended lemon pepper seasoning for the fried oyster bites and it was delicious. Cornbread has the right level of sweetness to pair with the gumbo perfectly, but my favorite side dish was the black eyed peas in a coconut curry. Next time we're in NOLA we will for sure return.

This place right here! Get on in here and get you some. You won't be disappointed. If it's good for everyone's Favorite Internet Auntie Tabitha Brown-You KNOW it's about to slap. She ain't steered us wrong-Ever. Huge portions. Order at the counter and grab you a seat. They even have a patio. Bathrooms are unisex. So remember to lock your door. 10/10.

I really like the environment here. The ambiance is so welcoming. The staff are EXTREMELY a helpful & kind. The food feels like home cooking. The art is exquisite. They always have great music playing. Smooth vibes all around. Love it here!

Visiting from Arizona and stopped by I-tal and it a gem food was delicious highly recommend.

I really wanted to give this place 5 stars but it just did not warrant it. Pros: cool decor, friendly staff, clean bathrooms, vibes everywhere! I ordered a 2 protein, 3 sides plate. The oyster bites with the maple sarrachi sauce was amazing! I would totally come back and order just a plate of the oyster bites. The cornbread was good as well and counted as one of my sides. I also ordered the mixed juice ( ginger, lemon, & hibiscus) and oh my goodness it was amazing. They also filled my cup up and I didn't need any ice. Cons: portion sizes. I also had the crab-less cakes, vegan mac and cheese, and creole greens. The cakes were small and very "bready". It needed some more hearts of palm to give it that "crab" taste. The Mac and cheese was bland but a decent portion size. The creole green caught me off guard. I was expecting collards or mustards or even turnip greens but it was a mix of kale, cabbage, and mustards I believe. The flavor was ok and if in a pinch I'd order again but I had my mouth set up for some "green" greens. I ordered my food inside but togo and the staff forgot to call my name. My food was warm but not hot when they finally brought my order up. For $26 before gratuity, I expected way more food and flavor. However I will be back and hopefully the next items I try will raise this rating.

Food was good..... service was mad slow..... took about an hour i guess they were understaffed..... also the portions were kinda small but I wud recommend it.....

Please support this wonderful place. The environment is wonderful, the soul food amazing, the couple who've started the place wonderful! Anything you'll try is great, from the fried oyster mushrooms to cornbread, the avocado fries to their tea drinks! everything is fresh and filling. I'd recommend the platters. Definitely worth the visit in New Orleans and will be recommending this place to people! Also shout out to Shannon by the register- so sweet, kind, and helpful with the order and questions. Soulful food, soulful place. Please support Chef Joseph & his wife's work! Ps. The Honey Mustard sauce is FIREEEEEEE

I ordered from I-tal Garden via Yelp with Grubhub delivery. It made my day to find it while in search for a vegan restaurant within a reasonable distance from my hotel that delivers. I was also thrilled to see that it was ranked number one out of restaurants with vegan food within the radius at the time. I nearly considered ordering sides, or the Vegan Rodeo Burger Meal until their Mac Plate caught my eye. The Mac Plate pretty much consisted of everything my tastebuds craved at the time like mac and cheese, collard greens, cornbread, and cauli-wings which ended up being the deciding factor for me. It took forty-four minutes from the time my order was acknowledged by Grubhub to the arrival of it at my hotel. And oh my God! The food smelled wonderful, and it looked very delicious! I had the biggest smirk on my face while taking every bite from the initial bite to the last. All in all, I had a pleasant ordering experience with I-tal Garden. I enjoyed my meal to the fullest and would gladly order from again during any of my ventures to New Orleans. It is definitely a must visit if you want a vegan friendly food spot as also mentioned by Yelper, Amor D. ~Blessings~ Thomas G

Visiting from Los Angeles and was lucky enough to find the most amazing vegan restaurant. We loved the okra gumbo, the ribs, Cajun pasta, and so much more. everyone at the restaurant was so kind and service was wonderful!! So happy there is a vegan spot in New Orleans!!

Everything at I-tal Garden was delicious. My cousin and I both got meals (which really lasted +2 meals each) and shared between ours. The employees were sweet and helpful with questions in reference to dietary restrictions, and the menu was very accommodating. Will absolutely be coming back whenever I'm in the area.

HELLO IF YOU ARE VEGGIE OR VEGAN AND WANT FOOD IN NOLA HERE U GO. this place is everything please go support them. the space is large, you could possibly bring a group at the right time of day. great for a casual lunch. the staff is friendly and helpful and very laidback. the menu is EXTENSIVE and it's so nice to be able to eat literally anything on the menu I want. it's all delicious, and I just can't say enough about how much customization you can do to your options. the different flavor choices, the different sides you can try. ugh all good. it's a tad pricey but worth for the quality.

OhMyGodness. This was one of the main spots I wanted to hit up but didn't know if I'd get a chance. But of course...the Universe aligns. Ital food is from Jamaica. It's Rastafarian deliciousness. Super clean and from the earth. High Vibe AF. So of course I got the biggest combo platter. Crabless Cakes, Fried "Oysters", Quinoa Jambalaya, Creole Green Beans, Roasted Potatoes and Curry Black Eyes Peas. Sweet Potato Pie and Blueberry Drizzle Cake for the late night. OutFuckinStanding!

Outstanding food. I'm not vegan but went there to take my fam that is. My daughter who finds it difficult to find good vegan was in heaven. My pasta was amazing Vegan or not Vegan (as I am not) was exceptional, highly recommended!!!!

We found I-tal Garden as an alternative to being rained out of the Veganfest up the road. Solid decision. The food was delicious, ample parking, clean and not over decorated, pretty space with plants, partially open kitchen and up/downstairs seating. There were families playing games & enjoying the time together. Not a lot of folks on phones and just a chill vibe with good music. Our food was not cheap but it was delicious. And we sampled a lot of stuff. The host/waiter is super patient, a cutie who meets you at the counter where most folks order. The staff of sisters is working quickly and professionally-- getting carry out orders, delivering plated meals already in to go ware and giving people whatever condiments or other things they need. We really loved: avocado fries, sweet potatoe pie, jackfruit ribs, mac and cheese-- is so good it reminds me of Soul Veg. Other really good stuff: lavender lemon cake, cauliflower, greens, a black eye peas with quinoa and RasTea. A great place for good service, healthy eating in or carry out. They also have breakfast. So happy we found the Ital Garden.

Really amazing food. I'm not vegan but my friend was so we decided to come here. We had the cauliflower wings with buffalo sauce and ranch. The wings were great the buffalo sauce was very hot which was nice. We both got the filet-o-mushroom burger which was incredible. The tartar sauce was really great, wouldn't have guessed it was vegan. The bun might have been the best part. Would definitely recommend coming here, even if you aren't vegan.

Excellent food and service! Cute and clean inside! I ordered the jackfruit ribs, cornbread, Brussels sprouts and creole potato salad, it was delicious!

A+ on the food service and ambiance. Love the vegan selection. I had jackfruit ribs, greens and some of the best Mac and cheese ever, vegan or not. I definitely recommend them. I would come back here again when I am in New Orleans.

Hands down a must visit if you want a vegan friendly food spot. My first time trying veganized southern food, and it was amazing!! Also, being a picky eater, I must say that everything I tried was delicious There wasn't a single item I didn't like. Great food, great vibes! I'd give 10 stars if I could! I came to eat 2 days in a row cuz it was that good

Very slow service especially since place was empty when we walked in. Took them an hour to tell us out of gumbo, wouldn't let my friend have 2 sides as replacement even though cheaper and then asked my friend to make up the difference for another item. We finished our meal before friends got their meal. Seasoning bland. Wrap overcooked.

Enjoyed my Ital veggie burger meal! Very tasty & Hibiscus Tea was so refreshing! Very nice experience!

This place is cute, and the food is delicious. I loved the mushroom burger, and it was too big for me to finish. My husband ate every bite of his nourishment bowl. Service was a little slow but worth it. I like that they offer a fancy fruit-infused water, too.

yes! hibiscus drink so good! food excellent! great atmosphere. just go there! ital is vital!