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The Mantu | Modern Afghan Cuisine

Afghan Restaurant, Vegan Dumplings

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination

  • Try the vegan mantu dumplings, a popular and flavorful dish.
  • Good to know: Be aware that service can be slow and inattentive during less busy lunch hours.
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  • Vegan options are clearly marked on the menu for easy ordering.
  • Enjoy outdoor seating on the adjacent patio.
  • Expect attentive and friendly service, especially during dinner.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention dumpling, mantu and seemyan.

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Also karahi.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: solo

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for beautiful interior and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Mantu serves up modern Afghan cuisine in a setting that blends casual and upscale vibes, with artistic plating and well-seasoned, flavorful dishes. The menu is clearly marked with many vegan and vegetarian options, including standout dishes like vegan mantu dumplings and seemyan appetizers. The space includes indoor seating and an adjacent patio, with attentive and friendly service noted in most reviews, though one review cited a slower lunch experience.

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10 S Thompson St, Richmond, VA 23221

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:00–21:00
Thursday
11:00–21:00
Friday
11:00–22:00
Saturday
11:00–22:00
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
tofu, nuts, lentils

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

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