Yafa
Yafa serves Mediterranean cuisine with several vegan dishes like stuffed grape leaves and a cauliflower steak. Prices align with Carmel's typical mid-range, with items like a $30 cauliflower steak and lentil soup. The setting feels homey, and while some vegan dishes require modifications, options such as the baked artichoke are popular despite certain non-vegan components like smoked paprika aioli.
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Poorly marked
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN lentils, cauliflower, chickpeas (in falafel) + 1 more
Some users reported staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
Others mentioned hidden animal ingredients in dishes labeled vegan — ask about sauces and broths.
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