Vegetarian diner with an all-vegan bakery. Serves American diner food with all-day breakfast available. Kitchen makes its own seitan cutlet, vegan cheese as well also using vegan brands. All menu items can be made vegan. Example of food and drinks including meringue pie, vegan milkshakes, tofu scrambles, vegan mozzarella sticks, club sandwich with side of slaw, chickn sandwich with onion rings, cheezeburger with tempeh, reuben sandwich, and seitan cutlet meal. Vegan doughnuts on weekends. Classic diner decor. Open Mon-Thu 9:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:00am-10:00pm, Sun 9:00am-9:00pm.
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450 Massachusetts Ave (at Central Square), Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, 02139
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336 Reviews
First Review by massta
amanda196
Points +652
Vegan diner food?! - Edit
This is one of my favorite places to go because of the atmosphere and the plethora of food options. I’ve tried nearly all the frappes and loved them, so I appreciate that they have specials once in a while too. The vegan omelettes are my favorite, never had anything like them before. The chik’n & waffles and buffalo Mac and cheese were also great when I tried them. The giant gyro was a bit disappointing in terms of flavor, lacking something, but that wouldn’t deter me from trying anything else from here.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-26
Pros: Many options, Vegan desserts, Nice decorations
Cons: Food can be a bit greasy and heavy at times, Loud and hard to hear inside
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Brycew
Points +1334
Best Brunch in Greater Boston - Edit
I’ve been coming here since I was a local student craving good vegan food over a decade ago. You have to picture all the diner food that vegans don’t normally eat, and imagine that there was a universe where it all could be vegan, and that place would be called Veggie Galaxy.
Read moreI remember that the same owner (I think) used to have a pizza place in Harvard Square called Veggie Planet. It was good as well, too bad that didn’t last!
Here’s hoping Veggie Galaxy continues to delight the world with its wonderful fare!!
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PeteDevnull
Points +20
Cambridge Institution - Edit
Born out of the fun but way more modest VEGGIE PLANET restaurant in Harvard Square, I've been going to Veggie Galaxy since the literal day it opened. It's been quite cool to see the menu expand and get better and better as time goes on. There's so many great dishes, from the sandwiches like the reuben and chopped cheese, to the chicken and waffles (one of the better vegan attempts I've had anywhere), to the new mac n cheese variants (pepperoni mac and cheese? so weird but SO delicious), to the awesome weekly specials, and the great deserts. Staff are friendly, food is great, if you're looking for fun super tasty diner food that works for veg, vegan AND omni friends (no meat but they have "regular" cheese and egg as an option, though everything can be made vegan and is often by default), this is pretty much THE place for greater Boston. Other places have some good veggie/vegan options, but none have the expansive veg/vegan menu of this place.
Read morePros: Huge Menu, Great Quality Food, Reasonable Prices (for the area)
Cons: Can get busy prime time on weekends
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Altadhdguy
Points +75
Best Vegan Spot in the State - Edit
This has got to be the best place in the state every single food option here can be made vegan and it is absolutely delicious. This is a good spot for any person who is looking to stay away from everything that a vegan person would stay away from, for me it’s dairy. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Food Quality , Customer Service, Desserts
Cons: Parking
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zedland
Points +60
one of boston’s best - Edit
in my opinion, veggie galaxy might be one of boston’s best vegan-friendly restaurants. everything on the menu sounds delicious, and most of it is. i highly recommend this to folks visiting the area. it’s also nice knowing that everything can be made vegan - that is exciting and also overwhelming all at once. I LOVE THIS PLACE and i wish it was open 24/7 like diners sometimes are
Read morePros: vast selection of foods to choose from, everything can be made vegan, baked goods are to die for
Cons: parking can be hard to come by
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owensmith530
Points +76
Amazing brunch - Edit
So many different options it was hard to choose! I also liked the retro diner feel. One of my favorite vegan spots in Cambridge.
Read morePros: Retro diner ambiance
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CarolinaDuqueSierra
Points +18
Amazing plant based Diner - Edit
Amazing menu, plenty of vegan options and very big portions. We'll definitely go back.
Read morePros: Great service, Big portions , Great ambient
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MoniqueReverie
Points +70
Big meaty goodness - Edit
This place is simply amazing. If I was on death row my final meal would probably be something from veggie galaxy.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-24
Pros: Anything can be made vegan, Tons of options , Everything is yummy
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mpiazzola44
Points +48
So so so so good! - Edit
Absolutely delicious vegan options. Wish I could order everything on the menu
Read morePros: Food, Vibes, Service
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mochimochivegan
Points +405
Get the matcha frapp!! 🍵 - Edit
If you’re like me and you’re in the constant pursuit of the elusive Matcha Softserve and anything adjacent to it, you will absolutely love the matcha frapp (more like a milkshake) here. I did not expect an Americana diner in Boston to have such fresh, fragrant matcha but here we are. I forget what the names of what we ordered were but all the savory was 10/10 (tbh the French toast was unimpressive but if you’re in the mood for sweets by all means go for it). My friends were obsessed w the vegan bacon. Wish they wouldn’t stock Zionist yo egg though!
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Fossegrim
Points +90
Tasty vegan diner food - Edit
Pleasant vegetarian/vegan diner in Cambridge, I stopped in and got the "Mac 'n Stack", which is a breaded fried seitan cutlet with plant based bacon on Mac and "cheese" waffles, which is probably the least healthy thing I've eaten in a while. Was pretty good! Friendly wait staff, good food, decent location. Would go again.
Read moreOnly complaints are that it's not fully vegan and that the bathroom was a little worse for wear.
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hugemittons
Points +1889
Great food and variety - Edit
Tried a lot of things from this place and everything was great. Nice staff too
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MichelleMeehan
Points +24
Great food for everyone - Edit
So glad we ate here. My husband who isn't vegan loved this place and was saying we should come back before we were even through with the meal! The food was amazing! Items that aren't vegan on the menu can be made to be plant based. I could even have the desserts here! I will definitely be going back here! Did I mention they serve breakfast all day?!
Read morePros: The variety of the menu, The servers were incredible , The diner decor is so much fun
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Avsusky
Points +56
Comfort food to the max! - Edit
This place is wonderful, a diner that really cares about quality. I'm in Boston on a trip from Alaska and went twice. This is vegan comfort food and junk food done extremely well. The cocktails- phenomenal! The ranch- tangy, creamy, herby- top notch.
Read more*All items mentioned are vegan
The show stoppers:
-the Tuesday special fried oyster mushrooms, the breading was fab!
-The brussle sprout ap, comes with an agave sauce and a bleucheese dressing
-the chocolate martini
-the chocolate chip cookie cheesecake- the crust is made of cookie 😆
-and most of all, the blueberry pancakes! They taste like buttermilk pancakes- and the whipped cream was fab.
I also had the steak frites, and that was pretty good 4/5. They have lovely salads as well, which I was surprised to see- a big variety of mixed leafy greens, roasted chickpeas and plenty of crisp veggies!
The mid items:
-the new england clam chowder was too bland and mostly just tastes like potato chowder.
-Their hollandaise is not good, but hollandaise is almost never good in restraunts, vegan or not. I always have to ask for a lemon wedge and give it a lil squeeze.
-I did not try the waffles, I have never had good vegqn waffles, so I am warry. I asked a server if they were light and crispy or dense and chewy, and they said dense. So if you're picky about them like me, maybe stear clear.
If I lived here I would try everything eventually 😭 now I gotta go back to vegan food wasteland 🥲
Forgive the messy photos, I forgot to take them before we dug in 😅
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-26
Pros: Fried Oyster mushrooms , Blueberry pancakes, Chocolate martini
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Liquoricepearls
Points +503
The amount of choice is overwhelming! - Edit
I wish we had somewhere like this in the UK! An amazing amount of options, cute diner atmosphere and delicious food. We had the matcha frappe, stuffed French toast with banana caramel, a Reuben sandwich and biscuits and gravy. Would be visiting again if we had more time in Boston.
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EmdotAlice
Points +5018
Diner food - Edit
This is not my favorite food genre, but it was well executed. We actually came here twice because the location was pretty convenient (right by the Central stop on the redline in Cambridge). On my first visit, I got the gyro. The gyro meat reminded me more of pastrami than gyro meat, so I’m not sure if this was a mixup or if that’s just how it was supposed to be. It was ok, but I wouldn’t get it again. My partner got the vegan buffalo mac, which was really tasty but too heavy for me. On the second visit we got the cauliflower wings, the breakfast bowl with scrambled tofu and my partner got the chicken and waffles. The buffalo sauce was really tasty but the wings were again too heavy. The breakfast bowl was ok though I didn’t really care for the tofu scramble. I might try their other vegan egg option if I come back. My partner really liked the chicken and waffles but I didn’t try it. I thought it was weird it came with powdered sugar, but maybe that is normal for this dish.
Read moreAnyway, overall this place is definitely worth a visit if you like diner fare. It’s got a huge menu and they can make everything vegan so I’m really glad this place exists.
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Blackdogdavey
Points +147
A great diner experience - Edit
We went with two non-vegans and found many different dishes that pleased everyone
Read morePros: Large portions of tasty food, Friendly staff, Funky diner atmosphere
Cons: Finding parking in Central Square
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LottiKarotti
Points +1305
I would fly to Boston just for this. - Edit
I think my dream came true! I couldn't decide what to eat... I can recommend everything. I had the best donut I've ever eaten, Apple Cider Donut. All Cake is vegan and you'd never taste that! Can't recommend it more.
Read morePros: Large menu, Friendly staff, All can be made vegan
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thebartlettbaker
Points +420
Surpassed Expectations and Then Some - Edit
I had been thinking about this visit for months. And I will still be thinking about it for months to come.
Read moreFor starters, the customer service was excellent! The impeccable service perfectly complimented the cozy vibe of this classic diner. My server, Hannah, was so personable and welcoming and she guided me through some of the best things on the menu! She highly recommended their vegan cheese sauce and I think that was my favorite part. Everything on their menu is vegetarian and everything can easily be made vegan! All of their milkshakes and desserts are vegan as-is. I was in heaven.
My order consisted of an earthy matcha milkshake, a satiating reuben sandwich and crispy waffle fries, a side of their tantalizing cheese sauce and a slice of tres leches cake for dessert. Everything was delicious. I’m a baker and my only critique is the tres leches cake was not soaked enough— but it had good flavor!
I will most definitely return and try some other menu items like their mac and cheese. It’s made with the same cheese sauce that was incredibly addicting and perfectly seasoned. I’d dip anything in that 🤣
For me, the highlight was their STUNNING cake display with perfectly crafted cakes, spinning in golden light. I was mesmerized and choosing one slice was the hardest decision, but a good one at that. Looking at all of these darling desserts inspired me creatively, which is the best feeling for any artist to feel.
I left feeling comforted, emotionally and physically. I cannot wait to return. This was my favorite restaurant experience of the entire year!
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-08
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NatalieCutter
Points +35
FIRE. - Edit
Gah. It's so good. Worth a trip out to Cambridge if you're staying in Boston. Portion sizes are good, Seitan is incredible, diner feel is fun and awesome. Go. You won't regret it. I had the Rachel and it was delicious.
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britdncr1
Points +276
Still ridiculously good - Edit
Totally broke my diet a few times on a recent trip to Boston to eat at Veggie Galaxy. A friend brought me 10 years ago and I thought about their stuffed French toast many times over the years. If you want a good diner meal, vegan or not, Veggie Galaxy won’t disappoint. Amazing desserts and fun atmosphere. Very nice welcome and service here too.
Read morePros: Great diner food, Fun Atmosphere , Service
Cons: Too far from my home.
SumitMehta
I'll have to try this
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kirsten94
Points +130
Mac & Cheese - Edit
Absolutely amazing! Whatever you do, try the mac and cheese. Everything can be made vegan, the staff are so friendly and the diner vibes are fun. We also had fried chicken, the monte cristo sandwich, fried Brussels sprouts and cakes. Reasonably priced for Boston as well.
Read morePros: Mac and cheese, Vibes, Huge menu
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averymckenna
Points +20
New Vegan Steak & Eggs! - Edit
Tried the new vegan steak & eggs dish at veggie galaxy! They use offbeast (formerly known as moojimeats) steak and you-egg and it comes with a side of home fries! The steak was perfectly crispy and flavorful and had a chimichurri sauce on top. The runny yolk on the yo egg was impressive but do wish it had a bit more flavor! But once you combine everything, it created a perfect bite!
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CatieAnderson
Points +562
Wonderful! - Edit
Came here with my non-vegan family and they loved everything! They said that the mozzarella sticks were better than any non-vegan ones they’ve had before. Great entrees, sides, and deserts!
Read moreAll time favorites: clam chowder, captain’s platter, Boston cream doughnut, nachos/tatchos
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-11
Pros: Super friendly staff, Fun ambiance
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krstabb
Points +88
Delicious diner food made vegan - Edit
Very fun spot for diner food (and atmosphere!), made all vegetarian/vegan. Everything can be made vegan if it isn't already. Breakfast all day. Several vegan protein options available. Nice and helpful staff. Would go back there over and over trying different things.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Everything can be vegan, Fun diner atmosphere
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AaronScottGriffin
Points +13
Favorite Place - Edit
This place is the best. My husband and I regularly make the drive in from Western Mass to get our fix. The only downside for me is that all the dessert creams are coconut based.
Read morePros: Vegan Mozz Sticks, Vegan Philly Cheese Steak, Vegan Buffalo Mac & Cheeze
Cons: Most of the desserts are coconut based, Sometimes the wait is an hour long if it’s busy
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laurenjach
Points +216
A staple when I’m in Cambridge - Edit
Veggie galaxy has a huge menu full of breakfast and lunch options, especially diner food. Anything that is not already vegan can be made vegan. I come here every time (sometimes multiple times) when I am in the Boston/Cambridge area
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