Pure Vegan Cafe

I’m from NYC and stumbled across Pure Vegan Café while visiting Raleigh—and honestly, this is the BEST vegan food I’ve ever had. The menu is creative, the flavors are incredible, and the portions are generous. I tried the chik’n & waffles and Buffalo ranch fries, and both blew me away. Everything tasted fresh, seasoned perfectly, and made with real care. On top of that, the staff was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The vibe is bright, clean, and inviting—you can tell they put a lot of love into this place. Pure Vegan Café isn’t just good “for vegan food,” it’s amazing food, period. If you’re in Raleigh (vegan or not), this is a MUST-visit spot.

I am absolutely bursting with joy over my discovery of Pure Vegan Cafe. This isn't just a place to eat—it's an experience! I fell so completely in love with the vibe, the food, and the incredible people that I found myself going back for three consecutive days during my visit. It truly feels like a labor of love, and you can taste it in every single bite. The atmosphere is a whole vibe in itself. The moment you walk in, you're wrapped in a sense of calm and beauty. It's clean, lovely, and so welcoming that you just want to stay and soak it all in. And oh, the food! Everything is simply delicious, fantastic, and a testament to how incredible plant-based cuisine can be. The value is unbelievable—I was able to get a fulfilling, mouthwatering meal for just $10-$20 each time. The vegan "chicken" sandwich with those perfect fries was a highlight. And let's not forget the oatmeal bowl—it was a pure, nourishing bowl of comfort. The cheesecakes are beyond divine; they are a work of art! The Mango and Biscoff Cookie Cheesecakes were nothing short of a revelation. Rich, creamy, and heavenly, they are without a doubt some of the most perfect desserts I've ever had. The wonderful customer service truly shines here, making the entire experience a dream. Every detail at Pure Vegan Cafe is handled with care and passion, and it makes all the difference. This place is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates truly amazing food and a lovely, positive environment.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I was on a road trip from NYC to Florida and decided to make a stop at Pure Vegan Cafe — and I’m so glad I did! The food here is beyond amazing: fresh, clean, and truly nourishing. Every bite felt like the perfect balance of flavor and health. The new platter is absolutely amazing — it’s everything a man needs to eat for real satisfaction. Filling, flavorful, and prepared with so much care, it left me feeling completely satisfied without the heaviness of unhealthy food. The atmosphere is just as uplifting — everything is spotless and welcoming. You can tell the owner puts her heart into this place. She is so talented, and you can literally see her kindness and good spirit through her eyes. This isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience that leaves you feeling lighter, healthier, and grateful. If you’re ever nearby, don’t miss the chance to stop here — it’s a true gem!

First time here and was blown away by how amazing the food was! I got the southern comfort on a gluten free bun, the peanut butter waffle and berry blast smoothie. Everything was delicious but the sandwich was my favorite! Staff is very friendly! Price is very good for the amount I got and it all being vegan & gluten free. I will absolutely be returning when I visit again! 🌱💖

I stopped here on my way back home to Norfolk, VA and I’m SO glad that I did! Everyone was so friendly and helpful, and the food was absolutely incredible! I also love that they have art for sale on their walls where 100% of the proceeds benefit a sanctuary! If you’re in the area-definitely check this place out!

Visiting Raleigh for the first time and decided to stop over here for brunch. Was absolutely blown away by the experience. Ordered one of the Chick’N delight specials at the recommendation of the person behind the counter, and also got some potatoes and some fruit for some lighter side options. The food came out quickly, and was hot and delicious. The potatoes were cooked to perfection, and the entree’ was flavorful and yummy! During our meal, I also caught glimpses of other dishes coming out to other customers and was constantly impressed by how those looked too! The staff were very friendly and polite, and everything was very clean and sleek inside. Definitely one of the places we will be coming back to on our travels through the area!

This was my second visit. Order at the counter and food comes out after a few minutes. First time, the chick’n & waffles was very tasty. This time, the Backyard burger and sweet potato fries were both excellent!

My sister suggested this place. She’s trying to go vegan and wanted to eat at a new vegan spot. We walked in the atmosphere is very calm. The service was phenomenal in the food was even better. They had lots of options of burger sandwiches, appetizer salad juices. It was very flavorful hot fresh. I would definitely come back here again and recommend it for a friend.

The food is delicious! We've had the backyard burger it's his favorite and I enjoy as well! The fries are crispy but the sweet potatoes don't come crispy. I had the buffalo chik'n and the chik'n bacon ranch. Buffalo had too much sauce for me personally but the chik'n bacon ranch was delicious! I recommend adding pickles to any one that doesn't come with them! We shared a chili dog I believe will double check that and it was soooo goood! I'm not a fan of the sodas. I recommend the shakes/smoothies. I had the Java smoothie and it was so good I definitely want to get another! I highly recommend this place! Easy parking and clean location. Friendly staff and it's clean and nice inside.

This place is great if you have food allergies. I am not Vegan, but I like the fact I can eat the cheese here. I have the burger which is made with impossible meat, it was full of flavor the bun and the cheese were delicious. It was a bit pricy, but it had great flavor. The employee was very helpful and friendly; the outside tables were nice. The burger came with no sides - we ordered the kale salad- not my favorite- it was drowning in dressing; I didn't eat it.

I ordered an impossible burger with toppings on the side. Unfortunately, I did not receive lettuce, tomato and pickle. I did receive a kale mixture and the ketchup, mustard, and garlicky sauce. Despite the omission of toppings the burger was good and the sweet potato fries. The sweet potatoes set in was a nice size, served hot. The carrot cupcake was delicious, but the portion was noticeable small. It was more like a half of a cupcake. The cauliflower wings was a large portion, but there was a dark seasoning on the cauliflower that overpowered the Buffaloe seasoning, which was quite tasty. As a vegan, it was a treat to eat here. Nice atmosphere.

The name doesn't make this obvious, but this place is a mix of Indian and more American style items. The American style trends more towards the fake meat and cheese kind of thing, while the Indian food is more classic to the cuisine. Stopping in for brunch, I got both an uttapam and a side of tofu scramble. The uttapam was good, but I wasn't sold that is was the best you'd be able to get in an area with as many Indian restaurants as the Triangle. The tofu scramble on the side had some curry spices and finely chopped vegetables and was quite scrumptious. Adding a chai resulted in a very spicy beverage with ginger and other zingy flavors and possibly some tea. I doubt you'd struggle to find this sort of Indian food done well around here, but if you're seeking vegan specifically, then this is the place to look.

Always nice to find good vegan food and customer service is amazing! Will definitely be back

Pretty good. I tried the chilli fries, buffalo burger and cauliflower wings. All very delicious. Good customer service and nice comfortable spots to eat outside.

Wandered into Pure Vegan cafe for lunch. It's a counter service place in a strip mall. It has several tables and a relaxing environment with lots of plants except for the too loud contemporary pop music that was blasting. The menu is large -- something for everyone. I'm not vegan but am gluten free and I could not say no to a gluten free Belgian waffle. I cannot even remember the last time I had a waffle! It came with strawberries, coconut cream and syrup. The menu advertised maple syrup but it was not. It was your basic syrup with main ingredient being corn syrup. The waffle was fabulous -- crispy on the outside but dense and moist on the inside. Perfection. I did not eat the coconut cream. Husband ordered the chicken and waffle and enjoyed his as well. We ate there and although our food was served on real plates the only cutlery was plastic. Metal flatware would have been better for cutting. Overall a decent spot and great place for vegans.

For vegans/people with food allergies, this spot is a flavorful oasis of choices! This restaurant has a 100% plant-based menu, with a strong influence of Indian cuisine as well as American dishes. The curry was very flavorful, and the texture of the chick'n was pleasant and close to "the real thing." Cold-pressed juices and smoothies are also available (the truly healthy kind). This spot is great for a quick lunch or dinner, offering inside and outside tables.

Ever since I randomly stumbled across Pure Vegan's Cary location (now closed), it's been my go to vegan spot. I'm not a vegan but I absolutely love all the vegan options. I've always thought they had the most amazing smoothie bowls in the area.. So duh when I nearby I was in the area and decided to grab a smoothie bowl. I got there and I was informed that the smoothie machines were broken and have been broken for over 2 months. So there weren't any smoothies or fresh pressed juices available to order. They've been waiting for a tech-why a tech would take over 2 months idk. The disappointment in that news me to this write review in hopes that management sees it. Please fix those machines! lol no but seriously. Much love to all the other options there but the smoothie bowls are truly unmatched. The menu has changed a quite a bit since my first visit. Outside of the smoothies bowls/fresh pressed juices. The Chipotle bowl (taco salad) and samosas are highly recommended!

My family of 4 adults picked up an order of Chik'n Drumsticks w/ BBQ, Chik'n Vindaloo, Roasted Brussels, Chik'n Wings w/ Ranch, Chili Cheeze Fries, Mac and Cheeze, Cauliflower Wings w/ Buffalo and Samosas (which came with a mint chutney & a tamarind chutney) today. We were so excited to find a vegan restaurant that we wanted to try a variety of things. EVERYTHING was so delish, and we have enough left over for dinner! I am so happy we found this restaurant, we highly recommend it!

I'm not vegan so I admittedly hadn't stopped by here despite living nearby for a while. My mistake! I didn't realize they had smoothies and smoothie bowls until recently. Stopped in today to get a purple bowl and it was absolutely delicious! Super fresh and balanced and NOT overly sweet like most chain smoothie places in the area. $9.99 for a 16 oz bowl with three toppings plus granola which is also a great deal for the area. Service was very friendly as well. Will definitely be back!

Absolutely amazing vegan food. Everything was delicious, and priced very reasonably. The staff was very warm and friendly. I'll absolutely be back. Thank you.

I think this place has changed ownership since the last time we came here. However I don't believe this has changed the quality of the food. This review will be short and sweet. I'm not a vegan but this place crush's making awesome vegan food. The buffalo sauce burger is may favorite burger here. Prices are fairly reasonable. The ambience is fine but could be worked on a bit more. Service was quick, we didn't wait more than about 5-8 minutes for our food. Will be back!

Absolutely loved everything we had here. Chipotle Chicken Sandwich, Dhai Puri. Restaurant was clean, service was fast prices were decent.

I love the breakfast burrito. It's delicious The staff is so friendly and helpful. I always feel happy here. The vibe is good. We have been several times and really enjoy every experience

Very grateful for this restaurant in Brennan Station on Creedmoor Road (on the Chow side) when the Vegan relatives came to town recently. There were items that made non-Vegans happy as well. Order at the counter. Menu is large and enticing. Much of it is Indian inspired. Plenty of American options as well. They also have breakfast items all day and do smoothies. I tried the PVC Tikki, which is a burger made from potato, peas, carrot and spices, and toppings. Also got an order of sweet potato fries for the table. Husband tried the South of the Border Burger, which is an Impossible burger with toppings. Littles did the Strawberry Cream Waffle, one of whom made the mistake of pouring too much syrup on his, then couldn't eat it because it was "too sweet" LOL. Both types of fries were delicious. Others tried some of the Indian style offerings and loved them. I tasted the Samosa with potato & peas which comes with two sauces. It packed some heat and had lots of flavor. Dislikes: the drinks! Two "lemonades" for the kids were $17. They were bottled juices, so that was why, but it would have been nice to have some less expensive drink options. Didn't help that they forgot to bring them. Had to ask for them when the food arrived. No alcohol here, by the way. And my biggest dislike about the drinks is if you want water, they have small thin plastic cups that you pour yourself and no ice. Atmosphere is that of what it is, a counter-service restaurant. When they are preparing smoothies the blending is super loud.

Made a delivery order, we ordered the mac n cheese, chicken biscuit, chicken wings, Chilli hotdog, faloodas, juices, and banana nut muffin. Mac n cheese was lacking MAD flavor. Needed seasoning BAD. Chicken biscuit was good Chicken pieces were very tasty Chili hot dog was good Faloodas needed straws Juices were good Banana nut muffin - completely missing from the order Tried asking for a refund for the item that I didn't receive. Guess what? They don't do refunds. We're from out of town so if store credit is offered, won't be able to use it.

I had the kebab and side salad with the cilantro dressing. The kebab was really good and a bit spicy and I wish the cilantro dressing had a bit of a cilantro forward flavor, as it was a little bland for my taste. The service was nice and welcoming. It was pretty quiet inside and had a decent amount of space. I also had a pineapple lemonade infused with sea moss which was $11, which was also pretty good

They deliver on DoorDash and Uber Eats in the triangle area (Cary, Raleigh, Durham, Morrisville). They also do various promos and have great Happy Hour discounts go to spot for vegan takeout and delivery. The dredge on their fried Chick'n is unique and so delicious

Once again I was provided with a scrumptious meal courtesy of Pure Vegan Cafe. As an out of town visitor to Raleigh it makes me happy to know I have lots of Pure Vegan choices Including dessert They offer waffles, burgers pressed juice and more now the added bonus is Indian style food as well. Today along with my chipotle bowl I ordered samosas What a Treat!!! The mint chutney was on point With the size and the flavor Thank you for providing a great meal to this Vegan

Best vegan menu that I have ever seen. The samosas were perfection-not greasy at all. Ordered the backyard burger and it did not disappoint. If you've been wanting to try some plant based food, this is a great place to start!

Amazing food and staff. I really wish I could try everything in here. There is outdoor sitting if you have dogs, however there is only one umbrella so not ideal for awful hot summer days. Highly recommend this place!

Ok, this was our first time visiting this place & I will say it is SOOOO AMAZING!!! My partner and I are willing to try new vegan spots and gradually change our diet and lifestyle's slowly. This place is a great start to Veganism I ordered for us, surprisingly I made the right choices. I ordered the Breakfast Burger and the Strawberry Waffles along with Chilli Cheeze Fries for my partner. Let me say, before I finally sat down to eat he was devouring the breakfast sandwich. I barely had time to take a picture & I knew I wasn't going to participate in taste testing, I'm glad he really enjoyed it. He hasn't touched the GF Chocolate Cupcake; we were so full & satisfied. I personally ordered the Buffalo Chik ' N Sandwich with Buffalo Fries and was blown away by the ingredients. Now, I will say the "Chicken" did have soy, so that's probably why I wasn't too fond of it. However, it was still good. It's just me being picky/flavorful and trying to accept the fact that it isn't chicken. Next time, I will try a burger and a hot dog. We will definitely be returning for more taste tests... The real clue was how fast we both had the "ITIS" and fell asleep. When I say something is GOOOOOOOD, PLEASE EAT HERE! Coming from a picky eater VS an open minded eater. Thank you Pure Vegan Cafe! We will drive in the rain/storm again for your food! We ordered takeout so we can't say too much about the service or ambiance, but it was a cute little cafe shop or as some would say, Hole in a Wall.

Venna, it was so nice to meet you. We love to meet the owners of local restaurants and me and my wife Jen, truly enjoyed your restaurant. The food was absolutely amazing. We wished we had taken pictures of what we got, but were hungry and enjoyed the food so much lol The service was also great. Also thanks for the Chicken 65 sample that you got out for us when we asked how it was : ) We will surely try the Indian options the next time we come there. Thanks again for a wonderful experience!

The service is great! Friendly staff! The menu is big with lots of choices! The nachos were so delicious! We will be back!

My Dad, a carnivore, LOVED the chorizo tacos- a must try! The owner is so sweet and they have wonderful customer service. My family and I also tried their samosas, chick'n waffle, and uttapam. Everything was fantastic! We even got a biscoff cheesecake to take home and it tastes just like a proper cheesecake.

Both sandwiches were delicious. Fries were seasoned well. Chocolate chip cookie that I purchased later was extremely stale. Silverware and water cups located right by register. Indoor and outdoor seating. Plenty of parking lot parking. Timely service. Spent about $32 on meal for two. No drinks.

Love this place...you don't have to be Vegan to eat here either!!! I love this place omg think I'll get some tomorrow lol!! Trust me if you haven't been ... RUNNNN!!

Found this cute little gem by coincidence! Very lovely designed space with neon sign and Greenspace background for pictures. Food tastes threat! Not too much oil and perfect amount of spices. Avocado toast even had micro greens on it. Brussels sprouts came with a delicious sweet spicy chili sauce. Also had a burger but forgot to take a picture. It was so delicious we finished it within minutes Definitely recommend this place!

The owners and customer service is AMAZING! The were so personable, and kind. They want to ensure that each customer feels appreciated. The food was so good hard to believe it's plant-based. Such a large menu of juices, smoothies, sandwiches, burgers, fries, salad and protein bowls and even breakfast items. I ordered quite a few and was not disappointed at all. I did not miss eating meat with this meal.

I'm not going to lie, the Chik'N Sandwich (Delicious) made me a believer. I typically don't eat vegan "meat" options because of the taste, but this chicken was battered and seasoned to perfection. The Berry Blast smoothie was delicious and a little on the thicker side! This would be great in the AM! You can never go wrong with fries so I tried the Buffalo Ranch! I'm a waffle fries fan already so the Buffalo ranch drizzled on the top was like icing on the cake! I also tried the vegan brownie. It was moist which is a plus;however, I like my brownies a little crisp on the edges. The service was good and the food arrived quickly. I will be back soon!

If you live 2,500 miles away, and only have time for 1 place to eat at before your flight leaves you behind in the Tar-heel State (I love North Carolina, but I've gotta get back home!), then you need to eat at Pure Vegan Cafe. My first bite I was like "WHAT THE HECK AM I EATING, THIS IS SO DELICIOUS!!" The vegan patty on the Backyard Burger was cooked so perfectly, even meat eaters would love it. Slightly pink on the inside, perfectly grilled on the outside. The chili cheese was great, and the burger even had slaw!?? Dayum!! The chai tea was amazing too. Perfectly spiced to accompany such an amazing burger creation. The only regret was having been born with only one stomach, because I really wanted to order more food (chili cheese fries!!). I'll be back again whenever I'm in town.

The food was great. The service was amazing. My food and juices were prepared in record time. I would definitely recommend this spot.

Though this is my first review I've been to Pure Vegan Cafe a few times . And the food remains consistent. I tried the Chik'n 65 with white rice one the side. This is a dish I enjoy a lot when I go to Indian restaurants. This dish is definitely modeled after the Chicken 65 dry version (meaning it's not going to have gravy to cover the rice), but it's seasoned to perfection; nice and crispy with every bite. Pure vegan is a great spot for people that are curious about vegan food, as it has a lot of options that will compete with some of your meaty favorites.

The food here is really good!! If you're vegan, you will love it! Even my non vegan boyfriend enjoyed! I'm just taking one point away and because the lady who took our order wasn't super friendly! But other than that def go here!!

Possibly the best Indian food in Raleigh! They also have a huge variety of non-Indian options, so this is the perfect spot for groups. They have something for everyone and everything is delicious.

This place is so so cool, the food is so yummy and they have so many different choices!! I also loooooove that it's minority women owned! I could live here

This is definitely my most favorite restaurant right now. Everything I have tried on the menu has been delicious, well put together, great portions, and quickly served. I forget to take pictures usually, but here's a couple!

Convenient location in a busy plaza. Trendy decor and a good amount of seating in the space. Despite my shoes sticking to the floor in there, they boast an A97.5, sanitation rating (if my memory serves me correctly). There is some outdoor seating as well and seems like kind of place I would go for a lunch date to catch up with a friend over a smoothie. The green juice I had was nice. The chipotle bowl was delicious and hit the spot--fresh crunchy lettuce, creamy sauce, mildly spiced walnut meat. It was exactly what I wanted to eat after a long day of work when the whether is so warm and muggy. Customer service was eh, but not bad. And my online order was ready when I arrived to pick it up. My only real issue is that the bowl was messy to eat because of the serving container choice. Would have been nice if they chose an actual bowl instead of what seemed like something that would hold a large serving of French fries or a small sandwich + side.

Quick day trip to Raleigh, NC with my vegan friend to get some vegan food! Decided to try Pure Vegan, as she has not had it before. The interior is very light, bright, and clean. The tables are spacious. The bathrooms were flooded when we visited, so that was a little unsettling. I ordered the South of the Border burger with a side of vegan mac and cheese. The burger was really delicious. I'm a huge fan of Impossible Foods meat, so no surprises there. It was a tad salty though. The mac and cheese was just average. Didn't really have a "cheesy" taste, and the sauce was very runny. Overall, I'm really glad I tried it! Thank you!

As a many years vegan, it's always with great pleasure that we try new restaurants in Durham! Pure vegan has it all for whatever mood you may be in, more fast-food style choices, but also very refined indian dishes and also great healthy smoothie to go with it, especially nice after a good exercise. Even simple snacks like their hotdogs are simply perfect. Our whole family recommends highly this place!

Food is hot and fresh! Service is always friendly and the restaurant is always clean and bright.

Food is delicious. Mac n cheese is amazing. Staff is always kind and polite. Love this place!

I came here while in town for their smoothies since I had a gum treatment and my gums were sore. I wasn't able to try any of the solid food which was a bummer. The smoothies were delicious, I ended up drinking both in the car before I even made it back to my hotel. I wish they had options as far as sizes as I would have ordered a larger size. The smoothies are made to order so they are fresh which is a plus. All and all if I am ever back in the area I will come back and try some of their other menu items!

This place was recommended so my family and I tried it and were very pleased! Only minus is the price and the lack of my food being packaged the way I requested (strawberries on the side were sprinkled all throughout). Parking easy, maps takes you to the back of the building but easy enough to find where you need to go. Fruit punch juice was amazing! Sliders were decent, little on the dry side Burger, my husband really enjoyed his burger Fries, delicious and large enough for 2 Peanut butter and jelly smoothie was sooo good. Made to order: a little looser and more like a shake then a thick smoothie Vegan cookie: choc. Chip! Yum. Crunchy like I like it. Will definitely return, though I couldn't make it a regular outing considering the fairly steep prices.

This place is nothing short of amazing! Have been here twice and will definitely come back. Both times everything was delicious, prices are very reasonable, the staff is super friendly. I can't wait to go back!! The ambiance was super chill, we sat outside both times.

UPDATE: STILL DON'T EAT HERE , I had to go to the hospital last night! Don't eat here like... Like Really don't eat here! First of all they messed up the order and would not correct it (told me to order another bowl) also refused to refund my money! They told me to buy another bowl Because they rather loose a customer for life then make them a new bowl! They screwed up and blamed me. Got home ate the incorrect items. Later that evening I was throwing up, had the shakes and severe stomach pain. Will be contacting a lawyer.

I usually start my #plantbasedfoodie search for chickn waffles not becuase I like waffles but looking for the ultimate vegan fried chickn. This place in Raleigh has really good offering as a whole (with the waffles). #vegan #plantbasedfoodies

A MUST GO!! I just moved here from Southern California and have been on the hunt for some good veggie/vegan options and BOY did I stumble across a gold mine!! Minority and woman owned/operated, Pure Vegan is an amazing establishment with quality food and service. My friends and I went and had great conversation with the women, enjoyed delicious food, and relaxed in the animal-loving atmosphere! I got the BBQ Jackfruit (pictured) and it is arguably the best barbecue I have had since becoming a vegetarian. The barbecue sauce is phenomenal and the texture is really comparable to the real deal. We also split the chili fries and Mac and cheese. The fries come with a good amount of sauce and "meat", and are great for sharing. With (soon to be) three locations, this place is a great option for someone looking for some earth friendly eats and an awesome atmosphere. I will definitely be going back!!