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Busboys and Poets

Vegan Mains, Bookstore Cafe

3.9food Limited vegan options

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes Ask about: uncertain ingredients

Check which vegan dishes are available during weekend brunch; some lunch options may not be served until brunch ends at 3 p.m.
Good to know: Ask staff to confirm the bun and other ingredients before ordering the vegan burger; one reviewer was told its brioche bun wasn’t vegan.

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Try the vegan hash for breakfast; one vegan reviewer praised its tofu scramble and seasoning.
Good to know: Allow extra time: a reviewer reports waits of 30 minutes or more even when the restaurant isn’t busy.
Crispy Brussels sprouts and vegan pasta are reviewer favorites.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention pasta, sandwich and bread.

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Also avocado panini, bean soup, cake, cauliflower appetizer, cheesecake, chicken sandwich and crispy brussels sprouts.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and generous portions.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere and beautiful interior.

Good to know

Gluten-free options
Outdoor seating
Wi-Fi
Brunch, lunch, dinner, coffee, takeout
Cards and mobile pay

About

This American neighborhood restaurant pairs a broad vegan selection—including vegan pasta, BBQ-style plant-based sandwiches, and a vegan hash—with a bookstore, coffee service, and space for poetry events. It’s a casual, mixed-menu spot for groups with different diets; reviews praise the food and book browsing, though some report slow service and a loud dining room.