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Busboys And Poets

American Vegan Menu, Vegan Cheesecake

Worth ordering: Sandwichnamed in 6 reviews

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Enjoy the bookstore and art displays alongside your meal.
  • Good to know: Ask servers to clarify if brioche or aioli are vegan-friendly.
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  • Try the vegan cheesecake from Vegan Treats.
  • Good to know: Expect longer wait times during busy weekend brunches.
  • Good to know: Consider ordering vegan nachos with yellow corn chips to ensure vegan compliance.

People mention

Cake, cheesecake and coffee.

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Also chicken sandwich, latte, salad, hash browns, nachos and buddha bowl.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for cozy atmosphere, attentive service and friendly service.

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Also praised for fast service and good value.

Good to know

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

About

Busboys and Poets combines a casual American dining experience with a unique bookstore setting, creating a lively venue where books and art meet food. The menu features a wide range of clearly labeled vegan dishes, including vegan nachos, paninis, and desserts like vegan cheesecake from Vegan Treats, with many patrons praising items such as the tempeh sandwich and vegan 'beef' sandwich. This location is quite spacious with both indoor and outdoor seating, and it supports events such as wedding receptions, while maintaining wheelchair accessibility throughout.

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4251 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA 22206

Opening hours

Monday
08:00–22:00
Tuesday
08:00–22:00
Wednesday
08:00–22:00
Thursday
08:00–22:00
Friday
08:00–23:00
Saturday
09:00–23:00
Sunday
09:00–22:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Great atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tempeh, tofu, mushrooms + 3 more

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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