Vegan-friendly
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Billed as "the vegetarian and vegan waterhole," this cafe offers a simple menu that includes veggie burgers, a noodle soup, juices. Falafel offered on Friday. Busy on weekends. Loud music. No storefront sign, just the street number. Accepts debit cards. Open Mon 11:00am-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 10:00am-10:00pm, Sun 10:00am-9:00pm.


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53 Reviews

First Review by greensky_888

MarcusK

Points +1200

Vegan
27 May 2025

Nice- not vegan but everything can be made vegan

Nice selection of apps, main courses and desserts. Located on Whyte Ave and it’s not too far from the university.

The wings are 2/5. Dry and mediocre
The nachos are 5/5- very tasty
The curry with vegan sausage is 4/5.

The restaurant is vegetarian but everything can be made vegan.

Pros: Nachos, Golden curry

Cons: Wings

KristinaLynn

Points +130

Vegan
26 Mar 2025

Fav vegan spot in edmonton

Went two days in a row and got the Benny and Brussel sprouts one day, and the burger the other day. The Brussel sprouts are incredible, but I’d recommend the burger over the Benny. It had this excellent cheese in it. They have a great menu with fast service and nice ambience.

possy

Points +119

Vegan
08 Jan 2025

Maple brussel sprouts!!

Had the vegan Bennies. Really good hollandaise but luved the pumpkin addition to the shredded hash browns and the maple brussers were def the star of the show! 💫

renegade1851

Points +85

Vegan
27 Dec 2024

Good little option

Delicious food in a cute little space

XenaWarriorPrincess

Points +3141

Vegan
12 Oct 2024

Great veggie spot near the university

Tasty vegetarian comfort food in a bright, airy atmosphere near the university campus. More than half of the menu is vegan. I especially enjoyed the donair and the pumpkin mac and cheese, both of which are on their "back from the vault" menu of old specials. The portion sizes are generous and the staff are friendly.

Updated from previous review on 2021-12-10

C4077

Points +25

Vegetarian
07 Jul 2024

Hidden Gem

Food was amazing, offered lots of variety of food and drinks.

Pros: Variety, Taste, Homemade

BOO2U2

Points +72

Vegan
27 May 2024

I liked it and would definitely go again.

Great place. The food was great, the service was great and the price was fair. The dessert was one I will be dreaming about for years to come - that blueberry cheesecake was to die for!

Pros: Amazing food., Bright and welcoming atmosphere, Loved the cheesecake.

Neeks91

Points +99

Vegan
17 May 2024

Excellent

Food, service, and value were all excellent!
Will definitely make it a point to go back

DaveMoorhouse

Points +122

Vegan
05 Nov 2023

Great spot, friendly service, excellent food

The food was great, the service was excellent. Will definitely be back again!! I had the Huevous Rancheros made with tofu scramble it was amazing!!

Pros: The breakfast options were great , Fast friendly service

Chilaf

Points +385

Vegan
08 Oct 2023

Excellent

Food was excellent. I had the burger and fries and both were the best I’ve ever had. We also had their soup like, not sure the name on the menu, but my bf really enjoyed it. I also got a brownie and it was good but heavy.

Pros: Good food , Wifi

Cons: Parking

Garlicvegan

Points +179

Vegan
21 Aug 2023

Outstanding

Delicious food, casual/fun atmosphere, lovely staff. We were in Edmonton 2-1/2 days and ate here twice!

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-21

Pros: Delicious food, Friendly staff, Good price

doubtfulfox

Points +417

Vegan
21 Jan 2023

Cozy

Great place for brunch! Lots of options!

NayeliAbrego

Points +3087

Vegan
13 Dec 2022

Never disappoints

This is the first veg place I ever went to in Edmonton back in 2018, and I couldn't stop dreaming about it until I returned in 2021! It was even better than I remembered. Everything is delicious, and the interior design is my plant-loving, twinkle-light café fantasy. My all- time favourite is the Open Secret Bowl (which I think has been removed 😭). I also love the Breakfast Bowl! Plus their desserts and drinks are amazing. You really can't go wrong here 🥰

Pros: So many options, Extremely delicious, Consistently good

aquarichy

Points +143

Vegan
22 Nov 2022

Stellar

Delicious meals and beverages. Wonderful staff who were very accommodating. Great vegan desserts.

It was truly excellent pumpkin pie. Someone who I think was the owner was working and was amazing to customers too.

Updated from previous review on 2022-11-22

Pros: Pumpkin pie, Food and tea, Service

Cons: Poor signage outside, Pricey tea (though neatly served and tasty)

JohnPrior

Points +1090

Vegan
10 Sep 2022

Never disappoints

No matter what I choose to eat, it’s always delicious.

ana.raluca.mariana

Points +42

Vegan
31 Jul 2022

Delicious and Satisfying

Great experience! Great vegan sour cream 😃

Pros: Food is prepared fast, Vegan options , Accommodated if the food option is not vegan

Ccoad

Points +16

Vegan
06 Sep 2021

Delicious Vegan Food

Loved everything I’ve tried here. My favourite are the XL Mosaic wings and ceasar salad.
On my last visit on August 28, 2021- our sever was exceptional good for a table of about 10 people.
I had Huevos Rancheros veganized with potatoes instead of the tortillas. The cashew sour cream was so good! I also had an iced cashew chai which hit the spot after a match down Whyte in the sun!
It’s a little tight in here for seating but I’ll ignore that for the excellent food and friendly service.

Pros: Yummy desserts , Trendy atmosphere, Good location

Cons: Small quarters

ndorward

Points +22

Vegan
01 Jul 2021

Awesome food and service

We had a fabulous dinner and enjoyed every bite. Great drink options too

Pros: Lots of vegan options

JoeBlow

Points +83

Vegan
30 Jan 2021

Yummy vegan food

Healthy, nice atmosphere

ThePrairieVegan

Points +359

Vegan
24 Sep 2020

Great vegan Restaurant in the heart of Old Strathcona

I visit Cafe Mosaics all the time, but I also don’t go enough. It’s bright and clean and fresh, but feels as comfy as a college hangout or mountain lodge.

The food is creative and tasty, and there are options for everyone no matter how hungry you are or what mood you are in.

Staff are fabulous folx who brighten your experience.

Looking for plant based meals near the Fringe or University, you have found it! Enjoy!

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Great flavours , Lovely atmosphere

trmanuel

Points +115

Mostly Veg
11 Dec 2019

Cute spot, awesome food

Had the curry and LOVED it

abarnett19

Points +26

Vegan
10 Jul 2019

Best Vegan Food in Edmonton

I go here all the time and am never disappointed! My favourites are definitely the pho and mac and cheese and you h a v e to try them if you go. The atmosphere is really great - Café Mosaics is the place to go if you’re wanting anything from a quick snack to a full meal.

intikhana

Points +194

Vegan
02 Jul 2019

Good food and great range of drinks

Friendly staff and nice little patio seating on the Ave also. Can get really busy, but worth waiting.

GFvegangal

Points +52

Vegan
01 May 2019

Will definately return

First time visit was impressive. Very tasty with generous portions. Good vegan and gluten free options. Nice casual vibe.

Lucyben

Points +175

Vegan
10 Apr 2019

best and biggest

this place was insane. I'm not sure if it's because I'm not from North America but the portions are huuuge. and so so yum, the scramble tofu was in another league and I haven't had the cupcake yet but it looks ridiculous. I've been in Edmonton for two days and this is my second meal here...struggling to see why you'd go anywhere else.

Pros: shout out to free wifi , good playlist, huge portions

SarahMariee

Points +94

Vegan
02 Feb 2019

Amazing Brunch!

Stopped by for a quick brunch on the way back to Calgary and was blown away. Super accommodating and helpful! They also have amazing lattes and vegan treats. Highly recommend this place

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Can modify many dishes , Great variety

Madimassacre

Points +275

Vegan
23 Jan 2019

It’s a nice time if you don’t mind the wait

I’ve been eating at Mosaics for years. They’ve had renovations, menu changes, new staff... and yet staff training seems to be overlooked. Every time I’ve been here it’s been slow service. Or even rude.

Tonight I dined in with a group of friends. When I asked what the soup of the day was the waitress didn’t know and had to go ask the kitchen. When she returned she informed me that it was spicy asparagus, which she described as sounding “weird”. Didn’t sell me on the soup, had the kale caesar.




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