The Optimist Co
A café and bar with a vintage industrial interior, it serves coffee roasted in-house from beans sourced worldwide, alongside vegan bowls, raw cheesecakes, and vegan burgers. Scores well for friendly staff and a pleasant mix of on-site dining and takeout options, with wheelchair accessibility and outdoor seating, though some find pricing on drinks and desserts on the higher side. The venue shifts to a cool bar atmosphere in the evenings, making it a good spot for solo dining or working on a laptop in a lively but not overwhelming setting.
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
Some users reported cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
A few noted hidden animal ingredients in dishes labeled vegan — ask about sauces and broths.
Some flagged vegan options aren't always available.
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