Vegan
American
Pizza
International
Organic
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Caribbean
Fusion
Vegan restaurant offering a changing menu of dishes with Southern and Caribbean influences, from salads, sandwiches and pizza to burgers to different platters and appetizers. Sunday brunch menu. Finer dining setting and bar drinks. Est. 2009 by operators of Hillside Quickies. Black-owned. Reported closed January 2025.
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1429 12th Ave (at Capitol Hill), Seattle, Washington, USA, 98122
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 27 Jan 2025 by drae
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263 Reviews
First Review by Soules
KimmySue
Points +50
Love this spot!! - Edit
Where do I begin? Whether the macho burrito, rosemary fries, Mama Africa Salad, Buffalo portobello, Cajun fried okra just like my Momma makes, yam gnocchi... should I go on!? If you haven’t been here, you must! It’s a special treat for even omnivores!!
Read morePros: Delicious Vegan, Variety, Great staff!
Cons: Too EXPENSIVE for take-out
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eastmeetsnorthwest
Points +184
Who doesn't love Plum Bistro? - Edit
Plum is a great convert-your-friends kind of place, and a great occasion or date restaurant in particular. It's beautiful, all of the food is really good, and there is something from everyone, from comfort food to more refined tastes. Personally, my favorite menu item so far is the Southern Slam, which is a home run in terms of texture, umami, balance, beautiful garlicky greens, and grits. The benedict wasn't my favorite, but I think that's a matter of taste, and the chips it came with were simply the best I've had. My partner did not love the bacon pancakes because they were "too like bacon" so if you actively dislike the taste and texture of meat, maybe avoid the meat-imitator dishes. If you want Thanksgiving reservations, GET IN EARLY, because they disappear so fast. I've frequently heard nonvegetarians extolling the joys of Plum Bistro just walking down the street.
Read morePros: Could convert your nonvegan friends, Hits you right in the nostalgia with comfort food, Great for occasions and date nights
Cons: Pricy - but Chopped next door is a budget option!, Long waits or reservations booked up is common, Some dishes will squick vegans (too like meat)
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jonanscher
Points +121
Amazeballs! - Edit
Every dish here is amazing! And every single thing is vegan. I love it! This is the fancy, city-life vegan restaurant I've always wanted.
Read morePros: Great food, Great food, GREAT FOOD!
Cons: You have to park in Capitol Hill, Yuk!
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ManjotSingh
Points +38
Amazing location and presentation, not worth it - Edit
This place is way overpriced for the portion size and lack of real flavor. I left feeling hungry and unsatisfied. The dishes were beautiful, but $10 for 3 mushrooms on a plate? Come on.
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spark0
Points +130
Delicious!! - Edit
Great food, great happy hour menu
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AdaS
Points +154
Gorgeous food. - Edit
This place is absolutely amazing. It has an easy to navigate menu, not too long, not too short. The food is very tasty and consistent. We had to wait about one hour for a table but it was on a Sunday lunchtime and we didn’t make a reservation. The staff was very helpful and efficient.
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andreafbe
Points +367
Mediocre food, poor service - Edit
I like the atmosphere of Plum Bistro and the food was tasty for both me and my companion (oddly though we were offered the Brunch menu late in the afternoon). Our waitress was totally indifferent about waiting on us or answering any questions we had, which were very basic. She couldn't be bothered to refill drinks and never asked if we wanted dessert (we had planned on having dessert). I would try this place again and hope for better service. If the service didn't improve I wouldn't go back.
Read more10/18 - My husband and I ate here in October and weren't impressed. Again, the service was so-so at best. The food wasn't anything great. We ordered a variety of entrees and so tried many different items from the menu. I'm not sure why so many people love this place. After this trip to Plum Bistro, we've decided it will be our last.
Updated from previous review on 2012-07-19
Cons: Poor, indifferent service
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LexMC
Points +92
One of the best place to eat in Seattle - Edit
So good . Everything on the menu is worth it
Read moreNo processed food here!
Pros: Vegan, Lots of different food, Good portions
Cons: A little expansive , but well with it
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janinemdm
Points +40
Best place in Seattle! - Edit
The tempeh Vermont and Mac and Yease will CHANGE YOUR LIFE!!! Seriously the best place in Seattle
Read morePros: Tempeh vermouth, Depth of flavor, Mac and yease
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SkyEllen
Points +88
High end vegan - Edit
A smallish restaurant on the fancy side. Amazing smoked Gouda with beets & grapefruit appetizer. Also really loved the chili
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corlealeo
Points +64
Delicious! - Edit
Small and charming restaurant. The food is incredibly good. Nice selection including seitan and tempeh dishes. My favorite vegan restaurant in Seattle.
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AlineD'Angelo
Points +74
Amazing food! - Edit
Had the quinoa pie and cheesecake, some of the best vegan food I’ve tries in a while!
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KateLaForge
Points +130
amazing! - Edit
So delicious, interesting flavored, fantastic, fast service. Would eat here every day!!
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AndrewMiller
Points +56
Great food for special events - Edit
Everything is pretty good and I have yet to have a bad dish there. It rotates the menu and we like to eat here on big occasions to celebrate. Cool atmosphere.
Read morePros: Rotating menu, Mac is bomb
Cons: Expensive
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docholiday
Points +112
Hardly to top - Edit
Being 5 days in Seattle trying vegan restaurants- outstanding!!!!!
Read morePros: Large variety of dishes, Combination of raw and cooked- no fast food vegan, Exciting use of spices to make meals special
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lewisjc
Points +308
Expensive but worth it - Edit
Great vegan restaurant but very expensive
Read morePros: Loads of interesting tastes and foods
Cons: Expensive
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Profasmith
Points +182
Upscale, vegan restaurant - Edit
Wonderful menu with loads of interesting, upscale vegan fare.
Read morePros: Great ambiance, Amazing, high quality vegan food
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ekg1234
Points +286
WOW - Edit
Ok, this place is delicious. I got the jerk tofu and yam burger with a side of russet potato fries with a vegan aioli dipping sauce. Wow, the combo of flavors from the jet tofu, puréed yam, onion, and cabbage (almost a sauerkraut) was amazing.
Read morePros: Creative dishes, Cool vibes, Nice staff
Cons: A bit pricey
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Amv2409@gmail.com
Points +20
Very tasty! - Edit
Had the Macho Burrito and it was delicious!
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fosstuff
Points +162
Liked this a lot. - Edit
Loads of interesting new combinations of goodies to try!
Read morePros: Big menu with some interesting dishes, Cocktails, Great for a hot date
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TommyATL
Points +22
AMAZING - Edit
Cute and tiny bistro! Wonderful Lunch menu and great service! Delicious!!
Read morePros: 100% Vegan Options!!
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LizzWalker
Points +34
Great for a nice dinner! - Edit
Absolutely delicious food. A bit more like a fine dining experience than you get at many other vegan places. Probably a good first date location :)
Read morePros: All vegan (no chance of cross contamination)!, Friendly service , Clean and tasteful atmosphere
Cons: Make reservations ahead of time
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the.fernweh.fox
Points +73
Great For A Special Dinner Out - Edit
This place is tiny. But the food is mighty. Plating sizes are normal. All vegan, with gluten-free options it's one place I usually only go to for special events or date nights. I suggest getting a reservation, anytime, any day of the week. It's hard to tell when they'll be busy and since it's so small it fills up quickly.
Read morePros: Delicious Food
Cons: Tight Dinning Space, Staff, Mediocre , On the Expensive Side
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AlyssaHodges
Points +193
mmm - Edit
Expensive but I always come back for the Mac and yease... wish the portion was bigger.
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Bex2017
Points +399
Fantastic!!! - Edit
Service was amazing! The food was fantastic!!! We tried the Mac & Cheese and Cauliflower Dish! We are headed back for dinner tomorrow night!! :)
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bradleybean
Points +28
excellent comfort food. - Edit
The best vegan Mac and cheese I’ve ever had. My wife had a vegan burrito which was delicious as well. The salad was very bland. A little on the pricey side.
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ielliott
Points +61
Prices are going up - Edit
I love Plum,but the prices keep rising and 20% service is now added to the bill. Tonight the restaurant was freezing. It does get cold in Seattle. I hate to say this but I think Plum is overpriced for the quality of the food.
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