Evie's - Roanoke

I called ahead and asked about vegan food options and was told that they could make changes to make a dish vegan, except for the soups, which were made ahead of time in bulk. No problem. We went to the restaurant and it felt welcoming and warm, we chose a table by the window. The waitress, Doris, was AWESOME. She made sure everything I had did not have butter in it and was vegan. Unfortunately, and out of her control, the entrees we were served were not worth the money spent, except for the side salad with mustard maple sauce and the bread. My dish, promoted as a staple of the restaurant, Ellie's Red Beans and Rice, was bland and the rice was not cooked evenly. My partner, who is not vegan, had their prized Southern Meat Loaf, and even that was dry and bland as well, and the broccoli was super salty. I was so hopeful, but soon disappointed with the plant based offerings. They could have done so much better.

Not many clear vegan options (can be just one), but some more vegetarian options that can be modified to be vegan. I wanted the black burrito with salat to be replaced for the tortilla, but they wanted to charge an additional $3 that I thought was somewhat inappropriate. I have the low-fat tostada, which is definitely vegan. I usually eat whole vegetable food, with no oil in the round, so I guess that the meal was not oily or excessively salted. they're supposed to be one of the signature courts, but they were a little bland. I have the maple senf dressing that I thought would be like honey scavenging, but it was a vinaiigrette, so I didn't use it. the server was fantastic. they confirmed that there is no vegan brot and all dressings are vegan except 2 (also the secret sauce that is in the grunde 1000 island.) I came to work here. I don't know if I'd go back alone. it was decent, but I wasn't woven. I could make the same eat at home much cheaper. updated from previous review on 2018-10-10

Roanoke is a usual stop for us on the way from NJ to visit family in North and South Carolina. We always have dinner at the Wildflour Market and Bakery. The storefront space is large, open and inviting. The staff is friendly, helpful and efficient. There are always multiple vegetarian options including specials. There is a variety, Mexican dishes, lasagna, ricotta pie, and a tasty grain burger that is different than the usual veggie burger fare. My family has enjoyed the food on each visit. Last, but not least, they have a huge selection of fabulous cakes! After multiple stops here, I can honestly say there is no downside.

First impression was dwindling quickly as the wait staff proved a lack of basic knowledge about Vegan options and the differences between red and white wines. After several trips to the kitchen and back we wound up changing our orders twice. Food finally arrived. One order was missing a substitute for the cheese and took a bit long to get someone to respond. Overall the food was ok but not inspirational by any stretch of the imagination.

They have lots of vegan options, you just have to ask the staff. They're happy to change a dish up. We've been twice, the first time I had the red beans and rice (without cheese) which was very good. Second time I had a millet patty with no cheese and I added avocado. Very yummy! They even double checked which breads were vegan for me! None of their desserts are vegan.