Absolutely delicious! Finding vegan restaurants that are also gluten free can be a challenge, but they definitely found a niche. The breakfast bowl was delectable. A large portion and every bite was different. The chickpea sandwich in a bagel came with yummy pickles too. We'll have to come back for dessert. There's a full selection of gluten free baked goods available. From cookie bars to donuts.

Stopped by on a road trip to Hamilton. Awesome staff and awesome food! The strawberry summer salad tasted amazing! Would definitely come by Hamilton again just for this place

When you're in the mood for delicious healthy food, you're not going to find a better spot in Hamilton. Always a crowd pleaser. Food is out of this world fresh and delicious. And staff is super friendly! Inside is beautiful and they have a great little patio in the parking lot.

The BEST vegan food ever. I had the dish of the day which was a fried orange tofu on rice and grilled veggies, it was epic. My daughter got the planted mac, she loved every bit of it. So flaverful. The fun part was the drinks, we got the Italian soda, one with coconut, the other chocolate, both so good. Staff were so nice. Highly recommend.

Vegan and gluten-free goodness!! I got the Jackfruit BBQ sandwich with fries, it tastes similar to pulled pork if you've eaten meat. The jackfruit just melts in your mouth. The fries were nicely seasoned, hot sauce is free, and you can get ketchup at the front. My food was ready in something like 5 minutes and the waitresses were super nice. For dessert I had the PB&J cupcake which was good but I might've made it even better by adding some jelly filling. Overall though, I was very satisfied and will be coming back with friends and family! Update 1/14/24: I came here with two family members for brunch. We all thoroughly enjoyed our food (breakfast bowl, burger, bagel with carrot lox, latkes and PANCAKES). Oh my goodness, the pancakes were SO fluffy and delicious. I will absolutely be back!

Arrived past 8:30pm on a Tuesday, after inter-city cycling.  We received great attention and a couple of healthy, tasty, fresh food, plus choice of fried potatoes.  You can choose rice or supreme veggies.  We did takeout because they would be closing soon and sat outside by their picnic tables enjoying the warmth of the night 🌙.   The food was unpretentcious looking, and so is the place.  We had the Planted and the Falafel bowls respectively and I must say, we were both pleased.  My bowl had yummy sweet potatoes and my wife's falafel was great, a little spicy as too.  There is always a magic that accompanies people willing to look after you late, accommodate you and even offer you to seat and a visit to their washroom, of needed.  None of that structured non-sense some places have.  Inside there is plenty to seat and they have some nice paintings and lots of opened space. I recommend you try this place in the casual. Enjoy! 😋/🚲🚲

Finally made it here after seeing all the amazing photos of daily specials. Very lovely decor and space. Service is incredible and food is great. Had the grilled cheese, curry butternut squash soup and grilled zatar veggies. Fantastic ☺️. I also bought day old donut but sadly too dry, poppy seed cake yum! Brownies a miss for me. Overall great experience!

I true gem! I took my friend who was visiting from out of town to Planted because I wanted to show off Hamilton's food sence while being sensitive to her very strict dietary restrictions. The vegan, gluten-free menu was a dream for her! She was so excited see a menu where nothing was off limits! We loved every bite and both ensured we took coffee and treats to-go. But I'm almost forgetting to mention that we love the old church and curated selection of art. Bonus being on Locke Street... Allowed me to show off great area in Hamilton.

We got the orange tofu bowl and thai spicy peanut bowl. As a drink we got cherry lemonade. Both bowls were super delicious. Thai spicy peanut sauce was missing something, a little bit salt and sourness from lemon might have made the meal way better in my opinion. But im glad we have a really nice vegan restaurant in the city! Definitely will be back. Service was very slow. We came here on a tuesday. Although it wasnt crowded we waited for our meal a long time as well as for our bill at the end to the point my partner got to the front to pay since no one was coming. Service should be improved. Other than that no complaints

I just adore this place. From the minute you walk in you feel so welcome with staff shouting it from behind the counter. The full menu is safe for me and as a vegan celiac, this is such a blessing. I don't have to ask a million questions because they know and tell you all of the allergens that are present. We shared a plate of nachos, which was delicious, and got an apple fritter and a piece of strawberry cake to go. I also bought a piece of laffa bread and fried tofu to have for breakfast tomorrow. I highly recommend you go here and enjoy everything as much as we do!! Bonus points for being a safe space for the rainbow family!!! 🏳️‍🌈❤🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️‍🌈

Edited September 2023: I have been a customer for many years. All the original staff I knew and loved are gone. A lot of the vibe went with them and it feels more generic and commercial. We did have a lovely new server yesterday, but there seems to be a high staff turnover during the past year or so. I still recommend Planted. The reason I have removed 2 stars is that the portion sizes have REALLY downsized from what they were. Hamilton used to be a haven for vegan dining, but both Locke St. vegan eateries have become less enthralling. Planted is the only one I will eat at currently. Original review: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways: 1. Community minded - the only eating establishment I know of who looks after those less fortunate in the neighbourhood. 2. The people who work here are happy and friendly. I'm so happy every time I go in to see familiar and new faces, who quickly become friends. It's simply a very nice place with very nice people! 3. The food. Oh the food, such an assortment and so delicious. From soup and sandwiches to vegan omelettes and the most scrumptious desserts. The choices keep expanding. Best of all, it is ALL gluten-free and vegan. I'm willing to bet that hard core animal eaters would enjoy the offerings. This is my absolute favourite place to eat in Hamilton and I look forward to going soon. 4. Pleasant environment. Very welcoming and cozy even though it has a concrete floor and high ceilings. A request: publish a cookbook. Don't worry about revealing trade secrets because we all would rather eat there, but it isn't always possible. I know 2 publishers so feel free to contact me if you ever decide to go for it and don't know a publisher. Thanks for being there. I love how you have evolved.

I want to stay Planted at Planted! I am not vegan but have dairy and gluten issues so options are scarce for delicious meals out. The flavoura were amazing! Unique tastes and awesome service. My new favorite!

Amazing food and service!! The pesto pasta was incredible and seriously, I haven't had a cruller donut in like 10 years. It was perfection!

Love the place! Artistic,cozy,aesthetic Love everything we tried, fresh and healthy and service is amazing Good place for vegan,vegetarian,gluten free

I love the food and atmosphere at planted. My favourite is the falafel bowl and nachos. The desserts are yummy too. Check them out if you are vegan or not vegan like me and still enjoy vegan fare.

Coming in with severe dietary restrictions, we hoped they would be a safe choice with options and they definitely delivered. Our server was incredible, and took the time to sit down with us to explain our options and to check when they were unsure. The food came quickly, was hot and delicious. We aren't vegan but we're open to new culinary experiences and if you're in the area they are ABSOLUTELY worth checking out. The only critique I can really offer is that the building is less accessible than it could be, but that's not a limitation that they as a business can impact; that's on their landlord. They do compensate with outdoor tables at road level and they deliver and do take out. Their ordering system is really neat, allowing us to order online from our table or at the counter. It was a fun experience and we would definitely come back next time we're in Hamilton.

Omg this place is amazing!!! Completely vegan and gluten free, this place does it all: brunch, lunch, desserts! It’s dangerous that it’s only a twenty minute walk from home. I had the ceaser burger with side ceaser salad and shared the fry plate. So good, so much food - had to share the burger, pack up half the fries and take the Nanaimo bar to go. Definitely go. I’m already daydreaming about my next visit and what amazing food I’m gluing to try next!

The vegan cuisine offered here is exceptional, with a wide array of options to choose from. The experience is not overly extravagant, but rather subtly impressive. The service provided is amicable and hospitable, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Although parking can be challenging in this area, it is a common occurrence on Locke Street. The prices are reasonable in proportion to the generous servings. Please take note that the entrance of the establishment is not wheelchair accessible. However, once you step inside, you will find that everything is conveniently located on the same level, and the washrooms are easily accessible. I fully intend to return in the future.

We drive 40 min to get to Planted. When we first visited Planted they were at their old location. We were pleasantly surprised by their Thai Bowl and the rest of the menu. My very picky, non-vegan son even declared his burger as the best one he ever had. Then they moved, changed their menu for the worse and after the dismal experience this weekend I don't think we will ever go back. We arrived 1:25 pm and were told that we can only order from the brunch menu. Not a problem except that they didn't have waffles, pancakes, smoothies, espresso, and can't make decaf coffee. 20 minutes into waiting for our food, we were informed they couldn't do half of what we ordered. It took them 30 minutes to serve our food and there were only 4 other tables occupied at that time. I love good, healthy food and where they were once my go to restaurant, it is just not worth it anymore. Hopefully other guests will have better experiences.

Delishious healthy food, cozy place, very pleasant atmosphere! Definitely, we will be coming back!

Crazy good menu you don’t have to second guess anything ! The fluffiest pancakes I’ve ever had and I’ve never seen so many options for gluten free cookies brownies etc ! And great prices ! Will definitely be back