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Living Kitchen

Restaurant Vegetarian restaurant Vegan restaurant Health food restaurant Organic restaurant

Vegetarian fare & juices made with local, organic products served in a spare, modern setting. People often mention vegan, delicious, great, good, restaurant, love, Charlotte, cheese, time, amazing,


Address

2000 South Blvd Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28203

Contact

(704) 333-0008

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

Permanently closed.

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: vegan (20) delicious (14) great (10) good (10) restaurant (10) love (8) Charlotte (7) cheese (7) time (7) amazing (6)
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  • 5/5 G A. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazingly delicious vegetarian food! I’m not vegetarian by any means, but wow this food really hit the spot. To be honest if I could always eat like this I would consider going vegetarian. The nachos were delicious, make sure you get those. At first I was a bit confused on how a burrito wrapped in a leaf would work, but it was great! Definitely recommend this place, if I’m ever in Charlotte again I’ll for sure stop here for some delicious food.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lambros B. 2 years ago on Google
    I am a carnivore, meat and more meat kind of diner. My daughter and her boyfriend eat mostly vegan meals so I was willing to treat and try. It would be unfair for me to judge the food but I cleaned my plate and they did too. Good vibe, not the easiest place to find, but nestled in a good spot along the light rail line.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MishayTV 8 months ago on Google
    We loved it! We are so thankful to have a vegan and organic restaurant in Charlotte. The food was delicious and the employees were very friendly. We had the nachos, the pimento and cheddar cheese burgers, the brownie and the berry cheesecake.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laila LaTisha B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Vegan spot. The customer service was great and they gave great recommendations. I got the avocado toast it was good just wish there was more avocado on the toast. My friend ordered the waffle and she loved it.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessi B. 2 years ago on Google
    living_kitchen was an amazing location Downtown Charlotte, NC on 2000 S Blvd. Suite 300. The menu had so many amazing plant based choices. Great for Vegan and Vegetarian. Swipe right for the foods we tried along with the cold pressed juices they offer. Will definitely be coming back here to eat. The location is great the aesthetic is beautiful, tons of natural light and right in the heart of Charlotte.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bugs S. 1 year ago on Google
    This was one of my favorite restaurants in the triangle. I was so disappointed when they closed down. I love the innovative vegan cuisine which doesn't compromise on flavor! the menu is extremely vast. Yes it's a little pricey but well what's the dining experience as a whole! Plus the restaurant is right by Whole Foods so it's a great place to stop by after grocery shopping.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nancy B. 11 months ago on Google
    Vegan food is becoming commercially popular - with all kinds of highly processed meat and cheese substitutes. This food is the real deal! FRESHLY MADE, nutritious, and delicious 😋 Yummy and reasonably priced. All Gluten free as well!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michele H. 11 months ago on Google
    I recently started eating a vegan diet under recommendation from my physician — but eating out has been hard. I was so happy find a dedicated vegan restaurant on a day trip to Charlotte and was especially happy that even their vegan cheeses were house-made from good ingredients. We each ordered something different and traded bites and all were delicious. If you like spicy, try the Chipotle Quesadilla. The Fire & Brimstone burger was also delicious. And the Broccoli and Mushroom Flatbread also hit the spot — love the crispy crust. I wouldn’t hesitate to bring omnivore friends here with me for a meal as the food was that good. I will look forward to coming back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Oles G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the second time we’ve tried Living Kitchen. I’m excited for the third time that I’ll be here. We got the tasty broccoli mushroom bread which was tasty. Tried the yellow curry this time as well. We also ordered the Avocado Basil and Cheddar Cheeseburger. I got a side of their soup of the day and that one was a ringer! Extremely delicious. I’d say that was my favorite dish. The first time that we were here, the Chipotle Quesadilla was recommended to us, and that still stands as the best thing we’ve tried here. The lavender coffee is something if a treat to try as well! The food was slightly under-seasoned when it came out to our table, but with a little bit of big-boy-elbow grease the salt and pepper shakers worked like magic. It was a very enjoyable meal. Don’t let other reviews deter you from coming here and missing out on this place. The staff were very polite and courteous and did a fantastic job on a busy Saturday afternoon. Huge props to them as some patrons came through the outside seating area and just plopped into a table like an entitled charity case. Don’t do that, Karen, it’s not a good look. The staff didn’t kick them out or anything, they encouraged patrons to see the hostess to be seated and they did a great job where honestly I was surprised how oblivious people where to the normal process of going to a restaurant. With the pandemic, I suppose some of us are rusty from not enough time in the sun. As it was a busy day, the food came out as soon as I expected it too. Hot and ready and all together. We did order a lot and they did a great job getting everything set for one delivery to the table. This is one of the best places for us to eat as we are in a clean Keto diet prescribed to me by my doctor. If you ever undergo a serious diet change then you realize how little food you can actually eat from restaurants that’s not some sort of poison. I’m really proud of Living Kitchen providing a great place to eat food that’s good for your body and good for your soul.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lucian F. 1 year ago on Google
    I love that Living Kitchen is all plant based. I’ve had the Pimento Cheeseburger and the Turtle Cake. Both phenomenal. I can highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for healthy and good tasting vegan food in Charlotte area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M H. 1 year ago on Google
    I am not vegan, but I stopped here with my boss who was in town (she is vegan) she suggested Living Kitchen for lunch and I am so glad she did because I completely loved the food! I had the Pimento Cheeseburger which was absolutely fabulous, and the carrot cake???? Oh my....delicious!!! Very good service too. 10 stars!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronald M. 2 years ago on Google
    Nutritious, organic, real food in a relaxing atmosphere. Our waitress was delightfully pleasant and the food was delicious. The grilled cheese sandwich was yummy 😋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bonnie G. 2 years ago on Google
    We had another lovely experience at Luna's Living Kitchen at Atherton Mill. The ambience and decor lend to a warm, welcoming, cozy, social, and yet appropriately distanced dining experience. We ordered the sweet potato 'sushi' as an appetizer. Delicious! Order this if you are vegan and used to love sushi or even if you are not vegan or if you have never had sushi. It's yummy. The texture of the sweet potato is similar to tuna you would see in sushi. The dipping sauce is 🔥, it's not just a simple soy. We spoke to our waitress and she said it was coconut aminos and I believe and marinated Thai Chiles, I know I'm right in the coconut aminos part and whatever it is, it is so good. We also ordered the living burrito (will order again & love the chipotle dipping sauce with a kick of heat), arugula side salad (dressing is yummy), the BLT (2nd time ordering this, I get it with sourdough and love it), with the corn chowder as a side. The chowder was creamy, spicy, with cilantro on top, I could not get enough, delicious! I want this recipe! Highly recommend Living Kitchen. It is a very chill, tasteful dining experience and everything is always so fresh and you really taste that and feel that. You will leave full, most likely with a box for a midnight snack later, but you don't feel icky full, it's delicious, clean, fresh, vegan food prepared mindfully. Thank you for another awesome night out!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cindy J. 2 years ago on Google
    I am a believer!!!!! I was never a fan of vegan burgers until now. I had the fire & brimstone burger with a side of a kale Caesar salad - Whew! That burger slapped. It was topped with guacamole, a few slice of red onion on souR dough with the right level of spice. For dessert, I had the Dulce Amor drizzled with raspberry sauce it was beyond amazing! It was the perfect triangle amount to satisfy my sweet - coated with a nice graham cracker crust. I didn't feel overstuffed or bloated rather I walked out satisfied and well nourished. This place is also the perfect co-working space if you are looking for a change of scenery. I was able to enjoy my well balanced meal with free Wi-Fi and amazing customer service. My waiters were super attentive and his recommendation for this Dulce Amor dessert was spot on. Highly recommend this space for anyone looking for clean eats and without breaking the bank. I will definitely be back to try their infamous carrot cake.

  • 4/5 Jamila J. 2 years ago on Google
    The nachos were so delicious and I am not vegan! My husband and I wanted to try something different for dinner and decided to checkout this place. Neither of us are vegan but we ate here anyway. The two best dishes were the nachos with the butternut squash queso and the tomato soup. My hubby didn’t really care for the oyster burger and I didn’t like the quesadilla. The ambiance was nice and I would go back to the restaurant and try some different dishes.

  • 5/5 Tangi J. 5 months ago on Google
    We had an amazing experience at this restaurant upon arrival. The atmosphere was certainly a great vibe with live music and quaint table settings. We were greeted more than once by the staff. Our server was knowledgeable and informative. The food was delicious and the desert didn’t disappoint. This vegetarian organic restaurant is a must try.

  • 5/5 Zoe M. 7 months ago on Google
    Amazing restaurant!!! Everything is so fresh and it’s evident in the quality that the food is made from whole, healthy ingredients. Its food that tastes incredible and leaves you feeling great too, which is surprisingly hard to find! I’ve been vegan for ~10 years and this is one of my absolute favorite vegan restaurants (and I’ve brought non-vegans who loved it too!). High recommend!!

  • 5/5 twang3411 2 years ago on Google
    Have been to this place for more than 5 years but this was my first time dining there since the covid-19. The parking garage is huge plus because parking was always a huge headache when considering going there. Very friendly staff and liked the patio seating option. Suggest to go Monday-Saturday though because their Sunday menu is reduced. But overall, liked the food and enjoyed the company from friends who I haven't seen for nearly 3 years.

  • 5/5 Laura B. 4 months ago on Google
    Obsessed with this place. I love that there are so many vegan options here. We came for breakfast and they have some new items. Definitely get the waffle! It was incredible!

  • 3/5 Vidhi N. 6 months ago on Google
    Interesting concept but needs some work. The bbq mushroom had a very hard piece of bread and the flavor of the bbq was quite off. I would likely be back simply out of curiosity. Additionally, I enjoyed the salad but again I am not sure if it completely sold me. Overall, the whole meal seemed like it was missing something or it was off.

  • 5/5 Lindsay G. 6 months ago on Google
    Absolutely incredible restaurant! Fully vegan and organic and can be appreciated by all! The living burrito, chipotle bowl, and sweet potato rolls were all fantastic!

  • 5/5 Chelsea L. 2 years ago on Google
    First visit to Charlotte and stumbled upon this place when most of the vegan close by spots were closed. Had the cheese platter appetizer, white pomegranate tea, crimson berry tea, raw pad Thai, yellow curry and epic grilled cheese (teas and sandwich not pictured). It was amazing, the atmosphere is super chill with comfy different seating options. Staff is super nice and recommended certain things per our questions. Definitely in love with the cheese platter, the cashew cheese spreads with fig butter and it was chef's kiss with that cranberry walnut bread.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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