Vegan
American
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Fusion
Gluten-free
African
African fusion est. 2017 with a mostly gluten free menu. There are two separate weekday and weekend menus, dishes include rice and quinoa bowls, soups and burgers, wraps, toast and more. Black owned. Open Mon-Thu 10:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 10:00am-10:00pm, Sun 10:00am-9:00pm. Kitchen closes half hour before restaurant.
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Abbott Square Market, 725 Front St Ste 2, Santa Cruz, California, USA, 95060
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- Outdoor seating
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 25 Aug 2025 by akindele_bankole@yaho
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Added by Rebeli on 02 Jul 2017
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95 Reviews
First Review by VeganGeo
tkhe
Points +182
Not tasty at all - Edit
The "stew" was dry over cooked rice, the other elements of the dish completely flavorless, the burger with waffles was just a poor combo of flavors, and every dish we ordered was missing an element listed on the menu
Read morePros: At least it's all vegan
Cons: Tasteless, Dry , Menu doesn't match the dishes
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Tubajuba
Points +271
Hit or Miss - Edit
The shiitake black rice bowl was excellent. It could have used more vegetables. It was very tasty and generous portion. The shiitake sayu burger was not that good. It was cold and with fries it is two dollars more. It was also a very meager portion.
Read morePros: Some good food, Interesting location
Cons: Some food not so good
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Ashni
Points +2377
Cute vegan restaurant - Edit
Vegan restaurant inside a trendy food court with seating indoors or shared seating in a pretty square. Had some vegan soft tacos which were rly good and nice and spicy. Shared a wrap - was good with rice and beans and sauce, but a bit too much brown rice.. would have preferred a few more veggies inside it too.
Read morePros: Good food, Friendly service, Fun atmosphere in the square
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BiankaKovacs
Points +46
Gorgeous food! - Edit
I had a very good experience here. Great menu, variety of comfort foods. I loved the plantain chips and the crispy broccoli sides. They were gorgeous
Read morePros: Amazing menu, Very versatile tastes
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theveganom
Points +635
A vegan gem! - Edit
A really nice unique selection of vegan fare. It’s a great addition to downtown. The food is most excellent.
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SharonKaplan
Points +18
Best Vegan Restaurant - Edit
Wonderful! So happy they are finally up and running. I go there at least 3 times a week. The employees are so great, the food is so yummy, and the owners are fantastic - so open to hearing feedback. They really do care about serving really good clean food that's good for us, the environment, the planet, the animals, and our souls. I recommend that everyone go and check them out!
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Conniemm
Points +1873
Good food, small portions - Edit
I've been wanting to try Veg on the Edge for a while. During the soft opening they had run out of food so I was happy to go back again last night and give it a try.
Read moreI got the Shiitake Black Rice with tofu on the side. I wasn't sure if the hot sauce would be too spicy so they gave it to me on the side (it wasn't).
The rice was really good and I also loved the potato balls that came with the dish. They were like deep fried mashed potatoes.
While the food was tasty, I was disappointed in the portion size. I got a small bowl of food for $9.
Abbott Square is a new community space in Santa Cruz with several restaurants and bars making this a good place to go with friends who ended up ordering their meal at other restaurants. It was a fun, lively place to be but it was pretty loud inside. There is also plenty of outside seating.
Pros: Tasty food, Fun, lively atmosphere
Cons: Portions too small, Loud inside
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amped
Points +144
Awesome - Edit
Thanks for providing quality vegan options in Santa Cruz! Have really enjoyed your initial offerings and am looking forward to the complete menu. Prices are reasonable, staff is friendly and the offerings are centered around the vegetables. You are off to a great start.
Read morePros: Vegan, Good for the environment , Plant based and healthy
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sam.bishop3030
Points +149
Small portions, bland, long wait - Edit
Small portions, long wait with no explanation, bland non descript food. Frustrating experience having sought it out. Kids didn't like it.
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sarahjulieann
Points +60
So Good! - Edit
Such a cute restaurant! Great vibe! Not a huge menu but all that is on it is great!
Read morePros: Strictly vegan
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HowieS
Points +66
Best Restaurant - Edit
This is a fantastic plant based (vegan) restaurant in the new Abbot Square Market, downtown Santa Cruz. I ordered the spicy tofu and fusilli noodles and it was absolutely delicious. The dish included Veg on the Edge's famous potato balls, a green salad, tofu and noodles and even tempe strips. Although the plate looks small it was a very filling and satisfying meal.
Read moreThank you Veg on the Edge for a delicious vegan kosher meal and friendly atmosphere. I'll be back again and again.
Pros: Delicious Food, Reasonable Prices, Made fresh on premises
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Rebeli
Points +161
Excellent new place - Edit
Great food - all vegan (and gluten-free, organic and kosher). There's likely something for everyone, but there are also some very unique dishes (consider the "Moin Moin" - a West African specialty). The food is all made on site. As of this writing, the restaurant is still in "soft opening," so the menu is expanding with a new dish every few days.
Read moreIn addition to the Moin Moin, I've had both the Shiitake Fried Rice and the Spicy Tempeh with Quinoa. All come with delicious potato balls or plantain fries. I also like the Raw Plantain salad and the Sweet Potato / Peanut Soup.
And there are fresh organic juices from whole fruit and/or greens. Finally, the date-oat bars are a great surprise - tasty and not too sweet.
Note that the place is in a food court connected with the museum in the heart of Santa Cruz. There are several other (non-vegan) establishments, including coffee, pizza and a beer/wine bar.
Updated from previous review on 2017-07-14
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Jmcasad
Points +22
Great Space, Amazing Food, Super Service - Edit
The Shitake Stirfry was amazing, the service was super and the great new space is the place to be.
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VeganGeo
Points +25
Excellent Vegan Eatery - Edit
Very nice restaurant in Santa Cruz's Abbot Square. Tasty dishes. Planning to return frequently and bring friends.
Read morePros: Tasty vegan cuisine, African influence, Great downtown location
Cons: Can't wait for more menu entrees, Parking can be challenging, but walking is great
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