Vegan
American
Juice bar
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Bakery
Catering
Gluten-free

Vegan cafe with full bakery case and fresh juices. Serves salads, sandwiches, and dishes like mac n cheese. Open Tue-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:30pm. Closed Sun-Mon.


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129 Reviews

First Review by brett3333

static175

Points +629

Vegan
21 Sep 2024

Always great food

Been here tons of times always forget to review. This is one of the Rochester favorites for every vegan as every other review says. Vegan comfort food in a warm inviting atmosphere, with lots of vegan sweets as well. Large menu that always has rotating specials as well, take out is pretty quick but you usually need a reservation for Friday Saturday. If your not from here this is a must go.

Pros: Large menu w/ rotating specials, Friendly staff, Tons of sweets

RichWinograd

Points +93

Vegan
19 Sep 2024

Fabulous Vegan Vibe and Food in Rochester NY

VegNews did an article about vegan friendly Rochester NY, and specifically mentioned Red Fern, and they were right on. My wife and I traveled from Miami to ROC and went straight to Red Fern, just ten minutes from the airport. Wonderful old neighborhood with houses built in the late 1800s. Red Fern is located in a part of one of these amazing houses. Such a cool vibe. Sit inside or outside on the quaint corner. Service is excellent and the food is first rate. Wide selection of plant-based options, hard to choose, but everything is fresh and delicious. Must go! And then must drive just one hour to Watkins Glen area to visit two of the best animal sanctuaries in the country - Farm Sanctuary and Sweet Farm. Tours are available.

Updated from previous review on 2024-09-19

chelsealynneambrose

Points +55

Vegan
27 Jul 2024

My true addiction

I moved to roc 4 years ago but first went to the red fern 7 years ago. I totally manifested finding a Rochester husband in order to get me closer to the red fern 🤣. I get the compost plate (at least) once a week. I get it with lentil burger and double Mac salad. It truly is my favorite food. The cakes are phenomenal. The specials are amazing. The staff is kind, and the owner donates tons of money to local animal charities. I absolutely love this business and all of the food 🩷

Pros: Good owner, Friendly staff, Amazing (healthy-ish) food

Cons: Wish I could afford going here everyday

jrdelisi

Points +460

Vegan
22 Jul 2024

Great find!

I was so excited to find this place after a week in a rural town with only veggie burgers.
So many great options here. The baked Mac and cheese was amazing. Very creamy and filling.
My husband had the loaded nachos— with so many toppings it’s like nothing you’ll ever have anywhere else. We also share the quesadilla which was also excellent.
This is a must have if you’re in Rochester.

BuffaloVegan

Points +287

Vegan
20 Jun 2024

Eclectic

Quality creative diner food. They have a compost plate - the vegan version of Rochester's regional specialty -Garbage Plate.

They also have a whole bakery case that always has amazing things including beautiful cheesecakes theater are browned on the top edges. Lots of GF options, too.

I've had many things but recently came in for an eggs Benedict brunch special with Yo Eggs. It was great.

Pros: All vegan, Interesting specials

Cons: Indoor seating isn't accessible

dzkatybill

Points +16

Vegan
12 Jun 2024

Get the cheesecake!

Delicious food and a very friendly staff! Came here with a group from work that all had various dietary preferences/restrictions, and The Red Fern accommodated us all. It was probably the first time that all of us could order everything on the menu😄the lentil burger (loaded!) was great, along with the soup of the day. But omg the cheesecake! Get the cheesecake. It's awesome.

Pros: Cheesecake, Friendly staff, Welcoming and accommodating menu

bvankampen

Points +643

Vegan
12 Jun 2024

LONG LIVE RED FERN

This place is amazing, best veg place to eat with sooo many incredible desserts. My favorites are the low dough burrito and chickn caeser wrap

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-01

SusanSmith

Points +426

Vegan
30 May 2024

Meh mains, fab desserts

First the praise: the desserts are to die for and absolutely worth a visit (or several). The food, however, was just meh. Everything seemed gloppy and coated in some kind of sauce; not just what we ordered but also what was on neighboring tables. I’ll go back to grab some desserts to go, but that’s about it.

audreyc

Points +980

Vegan
14 May 2024

I want to give 6 stars! ⭐️💛

I can’t recommend Red Fern enough!! The menu has a lot of variety and such creative, good food. The desserts are delicious. I especially loved the cheesecake.

In spring when I went, they had both indoor and outdoor seating. The atmosphere and decor are sweet and cheery. The cost was on the lower end of what I usually see for comparable restaurants and I was surprised how small the bill was for the quality of the food and atmosphere!
To reiterate… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pros: Sweet and cheery atmosphere, Great food and great variety , Two all-gender restrooms

signallights

Points +137

Vegan
28 Apr 2024

Great find

Driving through Rochester for a day and was excited to find this.
Great range of vegan food and so much of it looked awesome. Would go back in a heartbeat though the food was a bit hit and miss for me.
I’m not going to dock them a star when i think it’s clearly a great spot but I must say I didn’t enjoy their “garbage plate.” It was a bit weird and like a strange buffet at your friends on thanksgiving. Apparently it’s a local speciality so maybe it makes sense to the people of Rochester but not me.
The quesadilla was great.
The side salads could use some work. All a bit over dressed and sad.
The place was packed and it might sound like I’m being negative but honestly I still had a great time and everyone’s food i saw looked great- think I ordered badly.
Also unlike many vegan places, this was a nice cosy spot that you could take family or a date. A real restaurant not just a little cafe.

Pros: Nice location , Loads of options , Great service

Cons: The garbage plate dish was not for me

attheave

Points +151

Vegan
03 Apr 2024

Top 5 favorite Vegan restaurant in the US

I travel a lot for work, and this is in my top favorite vegan restaurants in the US. Every time I am in Rochester I stop by and get the macaroni and cheese.

HeatherRoseH

Points +48

Mostly Veg
16 Jan 2024

Great Specials

I highly recommend getting the specials. They offer new ones every week and they are always better than the main menu choices!

Pros: Amazing Specials

Cons: Parking is limited

hungrybel

Points +308

Vegan
01 Jan 2024

Favorite restaurant in Rochester

always amazing. When I leave Rochester I have withdrawals :,) I’ve taken a cheese making class with the owner which was really cool. They’re always doing something to raise money and awareness for animal rights which feels so good! #Veganuary

Pros: Everything , Atmosphere , Awesome owner

HappyHungryWilliam

Points +169

Vegan
27 Dec 2023

Favorite Vegan Restaurant

I love everything about the Red Fern from the food to the service to the atmosphere it’s all so lovely! When I lived in Rochester I would get their seitan steak and potatoes with buffalo kale weekly. The whole menu is great and the people are wonderful! ✨

Pros: Best eats! , Great people! , Lovely atmosphere

Pdula

Points +164

Vegan
10 Dec 2023

Excellent! A must visit in Rochester!

Everything in this place is perfect - the food, the atmosphere, the staff! We had several dishes and everything was tasty. I especially like that they make so much themselves. It's not just a lot of pre-made faux meat and commercial "cheeze" here, it's real food. Dessert was amazing and there are options for indulgence and if you just want something more fruit and nutty too. Big variety, friendly staff, there's really no downsides to this place. Love, love, love

Poundie

Points +15256

Vegan
02 Dec 2023

Top notch! 😋

This is a relaxed, sit-down/waiter-served restaurant that has a large and creative all-vegan menu. I had a "Compost Plate" (a vegan version of the Rochester standard dish known as a "garbage plate") and a cherry cheesecake; both were great. My friends had other things: mac & cheese, burrito, lentil burger, and a stew--and everyone enjoyed their meals. This seems to be a must-visit place while in Rochester.

veganqueenofqueensnyc

Points +1299

Vegan
29 Oct 2023

Excellent

The Red Fern has a varied menu, offering everything from Vegan "comfort" food to healthy options, including oil-free, gluten-free, soy-free, garlic-free, onion-free, and/or nut-free menus, for those with particular sensitivities or health concerns.
I was seated and promptly attended to by "E" who provided service with a smile, going above and beyond in spite of being incredibly busy.
After attending the T. Colin Campbell Whole Food Plant Based Wellness Retreat for the past five days, I wanted to keep the momentum going, and so I ordered the seasonal "Autumn Leaves" salad, topped with a steamed Lentil burger, which proved to be both tasty and satisfying, as well as visually appealing. My only critique is that it needs to be served in a bigger/wider bowl as it is substantial.
For dessert, I ordered 1 each of the raw "bites" (which are sweetened with dates; not sugar): apple and German chocolate. They were both exquisite but I must say, the chocolate knocked it outta the park. I ordered 1 more of each to go for my travels back to NYC tomorrow.
Oddly enough, The Red Fern isn't open on Sundays/Mondays (they'd be packed for Sunday brunch if they were open Sundays, for sure!). Nevertheless, I highly recommend - I would definitely return if I ever find myself back in Rochester, NY.

Pros: Varied menus for those with food sensitivities., Excellent service, Reasonably priced

Desh

13 Dec 2023

Taylorvegan

Points +89

Vegan
22 Oct 2023

The best vegan restaurant!

We went twice in one day on a visit! Their menu hasn’t changed much since we last visited five years ago, but that’s ok because it’s all so tasty! I did get the kale salad and wasn’t a big fan (it was a lot of kale, it wasn’t massaged, and the pieces were uncomfortably big) but the sandwiches and plates are delicious! Their desserts are to die for as well!

Service is great. In our rush to get out of the restaurant with a fussy toddler, we left our bamboo and silicone toddler spoons and didn’t notice until the next morning. I called to see if they found them, though I expected they had probably been tossed, but they weren’t! They had put them to the side and we were able to pick them up the next night. I very appreciated that.

Pros: Flavors and size, Desserts

veganjas64

Points +1097

Vegan
17 Oct 2023

Flavor Party in My Mouth

Overall a fantastic restaurant with wonderful staff and amazing food. Everything has a flavor palate that is complimentary and delicious. Highly recommend!

Pros: Generous portion sizes, Dessert options, Great value for price

Gina306

Points +128

Vegan
05 Oct 2023

Fresh & delicious

Wonderful and lip licking! Generous portion of goodness.
Very friendly service ✌️🎉

Pros: Fresh , Tasty , Generous portions

EricKnaak

Points +21

Vegan
09 Sep 2023

Always quality food

They offer pickup or eating in. I tend to prefer picking up so we don't need to worry about reservations.

Oldandlame

Points +16

Vegan
28 Aug 2023

First time

Went for anniversary! Place is a little small but the service was great and the food matched! We started with the fruit and cheese plate then had the Mac n cheese nachos with all the toppings, it was so good!!! Then moved on to the steak bomber was great! My new favorite dessert is the peanut butter rice crispy treat!!! Heavenly!!! One thing I did learn is make a reservation to make sure I can eat there again. I will be eating there again can't wait to try more things!!

Pros: Everything we ordered , The staff , Choices

Cons: Parking , Closed Sunday and Monday , Only one location

KarenRubinstein

Points +92

Vegan
21 Aug 2023

Great food on Rochester

Finally a reasonably priced vegan place with great food

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-21

Pros: Ablt, Great food, Great service

Cons: None

ditollap

Points +141

Vegan
06 Aug 2023

Excellent vegan restaurant

100% plant based restaurant. they customized an oil free buddha bowl for me with oil free tofu and coconut free rice. it was tasty despite the fact the dressing offered was avocado based so I could only do fresh squeezed lemon.

Pros: lots of vegan options, friendly service, dog friendly patio

carleighj

Points +40

Vegan
06 Aug 2023

So good!

I had the special (Greek flatbread pizza with mozzarella cheese, olives, red onion, peppers, sautéed spinach, and tofu feta). It was SO GOOD. For desert I had a slice of cheesecake with cherries- might be my favorite new desert. And I took home a rainbow sprinkle cookie.

I would totally recommend trying this restaurant if you’re in the area!!

Pros: Gluten free options , Variety of deserts , Accommodates allergy restrictions

ErinLouttit

Points +1963

Vegan
30 Jul 2023

Such a great vegan place in Rochester

We'd heard of the Red Fern before we arrived in Rochester and were excited to try it. We weren't disappointed. The food is amazing, the two draft kombuchas we got to drink were heavenly and everything on the menu looked good. We brought a non-vegan friend with us on our second visit, and they also thoroughly enjoyed it. Vegans and non-vegans alike, this is the place to go!

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-30

gidi2

Points +61

Vegan
16 Jul 2023

Delicious every time

We have gone to the Red Fern both times we visited Rochester New York. It's incredible. Delicious food and wonderful desserts. You can't go wrong. Philly steak was amazing!




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