Identifies as veteran-owned
Yes
Healthfull Essence in Atlanta
Categories
Location on the map
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, US
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Yes
Service options
Outdoor seating
Yes
No-contact delivery
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Health and safety
Staff wear masks
Yes
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Popular for
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Comfort food
Yes
Healthy options
Yes
Organic dishes
Yes
Quick bite
Yes
Salad bar
Yes
Small plates
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Dining options
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Catering
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Crowd
Family friendly
Yes
Groups
Yes
Tourists
Yes
University students
Yes
Payments
Debit cards
Yes
NFC mobile payments
Yes
Credit cards
Yes
Phone: +1 404-806-0830
Site: http://www.healthfullessence.com/
Site: http://www.healthfullessence.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:11AM–8PM
- Tuesday:11AM–8PM
- Wednesday:11AM–8PM
- Thursday:11AM–8PM
- Friday:12–8PM
- Saturday:12–8PM
- Sunday:Closed
Comments (199)
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Healthful Essence. It was like getting a soulful meal full of love from a family members home. Each dish was explained to me with patience, I was complimented while there and I got more than what I paid for. I got a meal option for each un meat I chose. I also got Seamoss with each meal. After eating these delicious meals over the course of a weekend, I was rejuvenated and lost some bloat weight. I will dine here each time I come to ATL.Thanks Corey for the recommendation!
Interesting no frills vegan experience. The food was definitely healthier than the status quo and it tasted pretty good just not great. I’m not new to vegan food so I would just say try something new Everytime you go...cool experience.
Its been years since I visited this shop. Popped by for a quick grab and go lunch. Parking is plentiful, staff is friendly and the food delicious, healthy and reasonably priced.The shop is small but theres enough table and seating. It wasnt full when I stopped by after 1 oclock.I selected the mango smoothie and un-chicken patty, which was filling without making me feel stuffed.My visit was short, but Ill definitely return to try their buffet.
Im leaving this review in hopes that the owners see this as a constructive critique and perhaps initiate positive change to the overall quality of the food (e.g. flavor & seasoning, and portions). I think this is a cool spot with a great vibe and some healthy options and hadnt been there to eat in many years. When I took my 10 year old son to get our favorite liquorice root/sticks, I asked him if he wanted to eat there as well, since the food smelled and looked pretty good. We ordered and I was surprised by the pricing for our simple orders: entree + 1 side for each of us, plus two drinks and tip for $30+. Though I couldnt remember what the food tasted like the last time I ate there years before, I decided it must be incredible for the pricing and felt good about investing in health options! Unfortunately, once we sat to eat, I was quite disappointed b/c the BBQ Tofu my son and I both ordered tasted like it was cooked in a watered down BBQ sauce with very little flavor and our sides were average at best. For my side, I had the curry veggies wich also tasted like they were in a watered down curry broth (w/ little seasoning). I tried my sons side, the greens, which werent memorable and I then realized we could have spent the same amount and ate much better at Soul Veg across the street. I havent ever been disappointed by the flavor, seasoning, proportions, or cost at SV, so I Im not sure Ill try eating at Healthful Essence again unless I was somehow assured the the cost/quality was significantly improved. That said, the one positive is the $5+ ginger beer I assume they make there. It still tastes great (to me) and is worth the cost, so Ill still come for that and the liquorice root.
An excellent crew serving up a superb and delicious selection. Check out the juices for they are absolutely fire!
Friendly service. Food was good when I sampled in store, but once I got my order home it wasnt as tasty. Weird right? I did get there right before they closed. Id try them again though for sure!
This restaurant has delicious vegan/healthy options. I frequent this location often. However, the customer service is terrible. On my last visit, my order was taken by a gentleman (not so gentle), who walks up pointing next. Thats not how you address paying customers. I readily respond with, I was waiting for a hello. I then direct my eyes to a posted menu, he aggressively says dont look at that. Then why is it posted? Its disheartening when you eagerly want to patronize businesses and a worker, with below par service, puts a damper on the overall experience.
Mac n Cheese is great but its Friday Saturday only. Fresh and tasty with real flavor.
The staff is just as fantastic as the food here! I had a medium plate of jerk bean curd, mac+cheese, and cabbage along with a piece if sweet potato cornbread and sorrel. It was delicious!!! Their jerk sauce is official and has plenty of scotch bonnet in it so if you like it spicy this is the place to be. Will definitely be back ☺
Looked up vegan food in ATL, went to check them out and I love it! Food was delish and service was excellent!
Delicious all-vegan food altogether with TVP as the base protein. Smoothies are amazing as well. Great mix of curried veggies, lentil/rice mix, faux fish/chicken/lamb, and desserts.
The 3 different squash stew was hearty and perfectly seasoned. The collard greens were good, the un-fish fritter had a great flavor to it. My fav was the corn bread which I call a sweet potato sweet bread that is really a dessert, in my opinion. Luckily, I arrived before about 8 other people so service was quick. I believe this place shares the parking lot with another business so I had to wait a few minutes to park. I watched the tv screen they keep on the Nature Relaxation film channel and enjoyed my meal.
My first visit - absolutely divine! The name should be HEAVENLY Essence because the food made me feel like I received manna from the sol source!😋Organic Rice and PeasCanbbagePlantains
Visiting and I was headed to the ATL Food Truck Park, but they cancelled and I was in dire need of good vegan eats! Man, when I tell you this place exceeded my expectations and the hospitality is A1!!! They young lady had no problem explaining all the options and making sure I was satisfied! The gentleman who rang me was extremely nice as well. I give 10 stars and will recommend and add to my list whenever I visit again!
Delicious vegan food with a Caribbean flavor. The patties are amazing and so is the sweet potato cornbread!
I was going to head to another vegan restaurant but went to this one cause its closer. I ordered brown rice with peas, squash in coconut milk, spicy eggplant and beets with ginger drink. It was very good, Im glad I made the stop.
Seasoned good but wasn’t sold on the texture of most of the food. Nice staff but the food didn’t sell me enough to come back.
An amazing 2 Michelin Star dining experience They prepare only the finest vegan options. As a current Diabetic I find it gratifying to have such savory cuisine in my own city. Thank You.
Had a veggie plate, which consists of four choice servings. The person serving me on this date, being my virgin visit gave me very ample amounts. Essentially, if you cant do it all in one meal, youll mosdef have enuff for later.Update: 4/27/22 veggie plate still works 4me thou the pricing seems to have increased a bit much.
First experience was great! I am now a BIG fan of Sweet Potato Cornbread😁
First time nice space. Great service. Prices affordable. Jerk unchikn and cabbage were great.
This place is a gem for sure and if you arent sure you would like vegan and or vegetarian food do not fret this is still the place for you.I tried four menu items! All were good.1. Smoothie (blueberries, mango, kale)2. Spirulina Sea Moss drink (yummy)3. Soup4. 1/2 order of PlantainAll were great and a reason to come back!
Delicious vegan soul food at its best. Everything I tried was good. I highly recommend and I will definitely go back and introduce more people to the restaurant. I am adding to my Vegan options.
I visited this restaurant in August 2021. I ordered the curry vegetables over rice, unfish cakes and I can’t remember which meat substitute I ordered, but everything was delicious. I’d definitely visit again!
Not sure what happened when I got to the counter my portion was extra small even the cashier face look like yeah thats all bit of food when I commented.Over all flavor ok but for the price for 2 people drinks and 1 slice of vegan cake 50.00 almost .This wasnt worth it
One of my favorite Caribbean vegan/ vegetarian places to eat
Another wonderlust experience, the young man working the counter was very patient and informative. My first time experience was wonderful:-)
The Best no more needs to be said
I just picked up lunch there and in the middle of eating I had to write a review. This food is out of this world amazing and delicious. I got the ungoat, yams, okra, and noodles, wow! Plus the green lemonade and the fish cake. Its all incredible. I never stop eating just to write a review, but I had to for this one. Everything is vegan and they have some raw options too. The staff is super friendly and helpful, the place has a sweet and heartful vibe to it. To all vegans and non vegans, this place is a must visit. I wish I could give it more stars.
They DO NOT WEAR MASK or gloves. That is disgusting. Youre cooking and serving food. Regardless if it was covid or not.. Food is average. It must be meat eaters that arent use to plant base that like this place. Staff is RUDE. I support Black Owned but not at the price of being disrespected. The man got mad at me because didnt want to buy cake and because I used my phone to pay. Never again
Tried new food and drinks, pretty good dining experience! 😋
I am new to the area and I visited for the first time. Once I said it was my first time I was immediately and patiently guided through all menu options available, and was even allowed to taste items before ordering. I had the jerk un-duck, black eyed peas, greens and plantains (which come with each plate) and i also ordered the tumeric lentil soup. EVERYTHING was absolutely DELICIOUS and the portions are very generous. Definitely have made a loyal and regular customer here, as I cannot wait to try everything else on the menu! Thank you Healthfull Essence!!
Great food and the staff was really nice and helpful. Definitely will be returning back soon!
Great food! Loved it. Got the roti, curry ungoat, spicy eggplant, and curry veggies. I’m Caribbean and enjoyed this very much!
Incredible food, very friendly staff, and great portion sizes. Everything is vegan, too, which is a huge plus. I have no complaints about any of the food Ive tried. The collard greens are delicious!
Amazing food and great hospitality. The vibe is welcoming and mellow.
Perfect vegan food. I go there once a week and I love it! Please get the duck, you will not regret it. Everything that they make is wonderful, and, the price is very reasonable.
This is my Vegan paradise. The food is incredibly good. Every item is seasoned to perfection. Many of the menu items taste as though love....yes I said Love is the key ingredient. I am addicted to their ginger drink. That drink bites when you drink it. Yummy!! Friendly and knowledgeable servers. Great place for veteran vegans and newbies.
The lady that works there has a VERY nasty attitude is is very impatient. I called to inquire about the pizza that’s on the menu and she was rude and stated that the process is too long to make it. I was looking to order lunches for my coworkers and I for lunch but she declined to answer my questions and said I needed to come in to see for myself but I would NEVER give them my hard earned money due to the lack of good customer service. This is sad
Great place to eat for vegan and vegetergians. The food is awesome.
I have attempted to order from Healthful Essence through Uber eats twice but the order will not be accepted unless you order an extra side for an additional price and they are not cheap. Also, I don’t care for the responses from Healthful Essence to customers on this review link. Customer service is everything, I would support sometimes even if I don’t particularly like the food if customer service is top notch. Please be and do better.
Incredible almost-secret vegan-friendly restaurant. Everyone working there was extremely friendly and as I was walking up a lady leaving was praising the food. First timers are allowed to sample anything they want. I was absolutely floored by the Rundown and the Unduck. Seems expensive at first, $11 for the Medium (main and 2 sides) but they give you enough food for at least 2 meals. Keep the good cooking coming!
Stumbled upon the spot while dropping my Son off in Atlanta. I was pleasantly surprised with how great the food experience was for us. Very eclectic menu. The atmosphere was good. Definitely will visit again. Oh the food and service was awesome!
The food is really not good at all and the portions are extremely small for the price. i had the mac un-cheese, rice & lentils, curry un goat, collards & sweet potato cornbread. the curry un-goat was bland! it has the spice but no actual flavor. the collards also lacked flavor while the cornbread was just gross. the mac & plantains were delicious. the substitute meat items aren’t good (coming from a vegan) so if you just want good vegan veggies go to Soulfood vegetarian across the street, it’s waaaaaay better!
Terrible. I was a consistent customer at Healthfull Essence for 2 years and it was no problem until recently i ordered 4 of their plain sea moss drinks for me and my girlfriend. After we were both on our second one and out of the store we realized that there was plastic blended into our drinks and that we had been consuming many tiny pieces of plastic from the drinks. We immediately stopped and saved the drinks for evidence we called and they seemed sorry for what had happened and told us to bring the drinks back. We continued to deliver the drinks and politely explained to them how much plastic we consumed and how we really don’t appreciate what happened they continued to refund our money and remake only 2 of our drinks. We didnt drink them immediately and then after realized there was plastic in the drinks again this time blue instead of clear. We were furious but have a love for the black community so we tried to give them the benefit of the doubt and return. We returned and most of the employees were giving us a weird and uncomfortable stare. We continued to give them one last chance and when it came time for closing while we were dining in the owner rudely yelled from across the place “IT IS 8:01 WE CLOSE AT 8” with a very rude attitude instead of politely coming and telling us they were closing. I’ve spent thousands of dollars on food on their food over the years and i do not appreciate the disloyalty and disrespect. I will never return to Healthfull Essence and i will be sure to let my people know about my experience
Not worth it. The prices online didnt match what they rang me up for in the store. One tiny container of bland kale, bland nori rolls and a bag of popcorn cost me 20.29. They also looked like they could care less if I ate there or not. Theyre cool with their regulars I see, but if apparently if youre not a familiar face then youre not deemed worthy of food customer service. Very cold the both of them. Bad service, bad food.
This place was excellent. Wonderful, fresh nourishing food(good portions for the price). The staff provides quality customer service-professional and helpful. Thank you!!! I will continue to return and recommend:)
This place was recommended at my sister, who accompanied me and my eleven-year-old meat loving son. I had some Curry dish with what I think was texturized veggie protein. It was very delicious and filling. My son tried the different patties and ultimately like the unchicken variety. He liked it so much, we bought extra one for home. You will note the prices are a bit high but the portion sizes are very large. So I spent about $26 for both of our meals which also fed us for dinner. Im satisfied and will go back.
The food was Amazing! I love this cozy Hole-in-the-wall restaurant. The energy in there was chill, laid back, great music and quiet conversations. The staff Were extremely friendly. Well definitely be back. Peace, Love and Light ❤
I had to give this place a one star although I am a fan of the food but today the SERVICE was HORRIBLE when I went in there for lunch. The girl who serves the food who wears the head wrap had the WORST attitude to the point where I thought I was at McD on MLK. Pathetic display of behavior and I have honestly not been treated so poorly by a black business EVER before like today. Im so upset that I spent 17 dollars and was treated poorly. I could have cried out of anger. Anywho, hopefully the girl and the green apron with the fake me out Erykah Badu vibe is fired!!!
This place is that local hidden local gem that has AMAZING food! Locally owned, fresh foods, delicious inspired dishes, and affordable. I NEVER miss a chance to eat here when Im in town!The food is 100% Vegan and made on site. The staff is genuine and warm. The ambience is like being at a friends house for dinner. Absolutely perfect!!
This was our first time here. We ordered the un-jerk chicken, cabbage, squash with sweet potatoes, rice, plantains, mac and un-cheese and roti.Two people split this and we didnt even get half way through and we are full. The food is delicious!! The only thing I was 100% sold on was the mac and cheese... only bc the noodles were mushy to me. The flavor was excellent though.
I ordered the un-fish cakes which I really enjoyed. The black eye peas were just okay. The rice and peas were very bland and had long plant stems from whatever spice was used in the dish, so I was constantly pulling stems out of my mouth while eating. The cabbage dish was spiced well, but still bland. Im not sure that this restaurant uses salt in their cooking. I love that they serve 100% plant-based meals made with great ingredients, but the overall flavors of the food could definitely use some improvement. Im not a fan of how overpriced this place is either. $6 for a single slice of chocolate cake is ridiculous, especially considering how small the slice was.
I love their curry unchik and curry ungoat. You go in and its cafeteria style so its great for a pop in. Hidden gem. Great vegan West Indian soul food.They also have alot of alkaline options. Great food you wont feel guilty about.
Im really torn about the rating because what makes one person sick could be totally random, but since someone else got sick too, I hope this is helpful information.I actually had great service when I stopped in for a Medium plate! The gentleman was really nice! But I had to toss my meal out of the car on the way home...I ordered curry UN-goat, beans and rice, collard greens and a cookie. The curry was especially potent and it was making me a bit queasy so I took a bite of the chocolate chip pecan cookie, hoping it would settle me- within a few minutes I was more nauceous than Ive ever been in my life!I chucked the cookie out of the window, drank some water and noticed that the curry (sauce) was leaking all over the bag, and the second the curry odor hit my nose again, it was over.... I pulled off on I-20 and it was all downhill from there. Left half my stomach lining on the side of the road...I thought it was the curry, but since me and someone else both had a cookie, maybe that was it.... I dont know :/
This is a great black-owned business with great food you dont feel guilty about eating. You can even taste the food before you select what you want. My daughter is two and she loves the sweet potato bread, and I love the banana bread and curry un-goat. Try them you wont be sorry!!!!!!!
This place was really good. Set the bar really high for black owned vegan food. I see why it has the hype that it does. It really is like that. I loved my hibiscus drink. Best one I’ve had.
Visiting from Tampa, Fl and decided to try all the vegan spots in Atlanta and this was one of our stops on day 2. We ordered the curry tofu with rice, collard greens, plantains unckicken pattie and another pattie that I’m not sure how to spell. The curry was lacking flavor and the rice was not the best. The best thing was the plantains and the unchicken patty. The collards were also really good.
I love this place. The have great vegan food. Smoothies and juices are delicious. They also have cook books
Best vegetarian food on this planet. Plus the food is cooked in alkaline water. There is so much love and creativity here, very healing juices and smoothies as well. Atlanta is so blessed!
Im new to vegan life and am highly unimpressed with the cooked vegan options Ive tried until YOU! Those unfish patties and the pumpkin veggie mux were everything right in my life! Love your food!
First time experience & it was the worst experience. For starters, I feel like it doesn’t make sense when you order 1 entree & 2 sides and the plate is so small that the sides are touching each other and eventually gets mixed. Then they messed up my order and gave me the WRONG plate , they had my plate mixed up w/ another customer and on that plate it was the last little bit of Mac & Cheese they had left, so I had to get another side option when they re made my plate. I also got there cake too. All in total, the food was not that good at all! Their food is way to overpriced for their cake to be tasting like play-dough. I was struggling really bad to eat my food bcus my sides were so mixed in together, it was hard to properly eat. So this place is a fat NO for me👎🏽
Feels like home. Beautiful staff🙄Theyre all kind and very hard workers. The food is creative and tasteful. Hot meals and variety of deserts yummy and all Vegan friendly. This place is legendary. Charles is your guy. ENJOY!
Very good 100% vegan restaurant serving both raw and cooked tasty, well seasoned foods, all from scratch. Makes their own mock meats, milks and cheeses. Fresh, Made to order juices & smoothies. Very reasonable prices. Dine in and take out. Some outdoor seating. Caribbean vibes. Conveniently located in West end area, near metro station, yet on side street. Small off street free parking lot. Clean unisex bathroom for customers. Wheelchair accessible. Delicious curries, Mac and cheese, plantains, mock seafood dishes, cakes, pies, salads.
I was actually very pleased with the food but the customer service was terrible. I typically order via UberEats since its close to my job and on this particular day, the meal was delayed due to the ‘restaurant requesting more time’. My meal was delayed by an hr and a half and out of curiosity, I called to ask for some sort of compensation—dessert, discount—something for the inconvenience. The harm in asking is a ‘no’ but the rudeness of the employee was beyond me. I received a no and the employee immediately hung up. I typically want to support businesses such as this, but my money will not be wasted on poor customer service.
The red lentils are my favorite, but everything I got was really tasty! Love that you get to taste test the meat substitutes before making a choice.Smoothies are on point and Im getting my self a desert to go, because Im too full to eat it now 😊The environment is relaxed and the girl behind the counter was knowledgeable and absolute delightful.Ill be back.
Always a great place for vegan cuisine. They have a variety of Irish Moss drinks that are made in house as well as other drinks, e.g. Ginger beer, Sorrel, Smoothies, and drinks made with Moringa🤗
Ordered a two item plate and an order of cookies for $16 and received a SUPER small carton of food halfway filled with sauce and broth, and one cookie. I could get 3x the amount of food anywhere else for this price. The taste was OK but buyer beware that you will get an extremely small quantity of food for the price!!!!!
The customer service was great. The staff was friendly, and overall amazing. Unlike some of the reviews I read, the food was well seasoned. The only reason I gave 3 stars is because the cake was just was absolutely disgusting. It was extremely stale, dry, and cold. It tasted as if it had been sitting in the refrigerator uncovered for about a good month. I’m not saying that was the case. However the cake really was so stale to the point it was not eatable. I ended up throwing it away. If it wasn’t for that I would have given 5 stars. I was just upset that someone would serve food that was clearly outdated.
Absolutely an amazing experience Everytime. The food is fantastic, both healthy and delicious. Huge portions too. The energy of the staff is great, very kind and authentic. I travel 2 hours to eat there!
Rude staff! The food isn’t as good as it used to be. The young lady that replaced the regular cashier Joy when she was sick, was extremely rude and lacked people skills, she was very over bearing and short with the customers. If you don’t want the customers asking questions maybe you should label the food. The price points are too for bad attitudes and inconsistent food. Won’t be patronizing. There are far better options within the city to settle for this
The first time I went everything was great. Their un fish cakes with the sauce are delicious. I sadly didnt find out about the sauce until I continued to go there. The staff is okay depending on the person. It doesnt seem as if everyone fully understands the menu and how it works. Sometimes you may get plantain, sometimes you dont. You may get the sauce for your unfish cakes and sometimes you dont.
This is a nice place for vegan eaters to go my daughter utilize this restaurant when she was in town because shes vegan. her family really enjoyed the menu and especially the macaroni and cheese. It is convenient child home and they give you a nice quantity of food.
Vegetarian restaurants are hard to find. But, when youre a vegetarian you appreciate them. If youre used to heavy amounts of fat and sugar in you food then your taste buds might find the food a little bland. But, if youve actually made an effort to eat healthy and havent corrupted your taste buds their food is great. The food is a little expensive, but, you get what you pay for. After you eat the food youll feel full and happy with no side affects.
I just love eating at a vegan restaurant that serves delicious food. I ate here years ago when I first moved to Atlanta and I have no idea why its taken me almost 5 years to return... silly girl (lol). For a wet Saturday afternoon there was a steady line but the wait was minimal. There were so many vegan items to choose from but they unfish cakes caught my eye first, they looked so yummy.So when you walk in theres a hot food case with items to choose from and they also have special items in the back so make sure you ask. Pick up a food tray from below if youre thinking in. Theres a white board with a handwritten menu with prices by the register and another menu with the unmeat items in the dining area. The server allowed me to sample a few items which I was very appreciative of; I ordered a medium plate with curry ungoat, mac n cheese, cabbage and a side of the fish cakes.*medium plate with meat and 2 sides $9.99 (i believe)* side fish cakes (2 per order) $3* alkaline water $2I was surprised by the portions, they were very large. I dined in so the items were on a plate.Theres four medium size low tables in the restaurant and about 3 small high top tables. They also have a sofa for sitting.Food taste: everything was DELICIOUS, i cleaned my plate! The curry was nice and spicy, the mac n cheese was very flavorful, cheese was very creamy and it was hard to believe it was vegan. Best item was the fish cakes, so flavorful and crunchy; I was tempted to go and place another order.I definitely dont wait another 5 years to visit, Im looking forward to my next visit.Excellent service and amazing food.
I recently visited and no one wore a mask. I called to asked why and the owner blasted me that wearing a mask was unsafe and hung up on me. I believe in supporting black business only if they treat me like a good client. I will no longer support this establishment. I will support other Black Businesses that treat me with better customer service. I was very disappointed how the owner spoked to me and hung up on me. Very disappointed how we treat each other. I will continue supporting Tassili’s. They have better customer service.
I love being in the restaurant--i love the family in there. It is always an amazing + pleasant + welcoming experience. it is literally all peace + love + mutual respect in the building, which is something i can appreciate + am always grateful for.im usually always smiling but you cant help but smile when you walk in there. the energy is always love + positive.THE FOOD--it speaks for itself! it is one of the only vegan spots i go to. everything ive had in there is amazing. its an experience, every time. i HIGHLY recommend this spot. it is exemplary of what a restaurant, business, people should be like to one another.
As a first time customer, the likelyhood of our returning is slim to none. Older lady was horribly rude! My husband didnt quite understand the ordering policy so when he explained that to her the rudeness began! When I saw that she she dumped his sides on top of each other, I asked that my food be placed in separate compartments and was told thats how we do it here. Followed by comments of her not having time to coddle people and other sidebar comments as she waited on the next customer. I could care less how good your food is when your customer service is non-existent!
The food isnt as healthy as it should and the prices dont make sense. Not worth the money but edible.
I Love The Fact That At This Place They Have A Nice Selection Of Both Raw Vegan Dishes and Vegan Cook Food. They have Buffett Style and they have entrees too. The Food Is Very Flavorful. It is nice, neat and clean environment. The prices are fair and the customer service is friendly and courteous!
Overpriced, bad service (slow and food is served on a carton boxes), food is untasety, and dessert is so dry. This is the first time I had to throw my meal away. This is neither a good spot for vegan food nor Caribbean. People saying otherwise probably never been to a good vegan restaurant.
Amazing food and great people. I came here for this first time today wanting to try something new, &boy was i in for a treat. This is definitely a hidden jem. I had the un goat, Eggplant,&sweet potato cornbread. Me being vegan its hard to find places like this that really put love into the food. They are passionate about what they do and its greatly appreciated. My new go to spot in the West End.
The food was delicious. Price was reasonable for what I ordered. The best vegan food Ive had. Shared with my whole family and we all enjoyed it.
Oh my goodness! This his a diamond in the rough. I love it. I would have never known it was tucked away where its located. I recently stopped eating meat so my friends and I wanted to check out the vegan restaurants. This place didnt disappoint. Friendly staff and amazing flavor! I will be returning with my family soon.
The food was good, I just hated how small the plates were..my food ran together a lot. Also, the older lady serving the food isnt very friendly. Would consider returning, hopefully with a more welcoming feel.
I am picky about any food I eat so I prefer to just eat home cooked meals, but this place is an exception. It was sooo good! I am Jamaican and I know good food when I taste it. This place is great. The curry ungoat is my fav so far, but I need to taste more of their dishes. I highly recommend this restaurant!
Ordered on uber eats. Very little quantity of food for the money. Most of the menu items were sold out by 12:30pm. Received food in timely manner, but was spilling out of the bag. Most of my order was in the bag rather than in the container, so much so that it was spilling out of the bag. To me that was unacceptable. Flavor was sub par and meat quality was low (taking into account it is listed as a vegan place). May be good to a vegetarian or a vegan, but to someone who eats meat, this did not satisfy.
Litterally the most flavorful food I had while in Atlanta and gave great portions. I was so full that it hurt but i couldnt stop eating. I didnt like the Ginger beer bit they did warn me that it was strong.
Always ask for a plastic NOT paper bag if youre picking up. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone if the sauce from my food didnt spill out and tear open my paper bag and mess up the seats in my carEVERY SINGLE TIME I pick up my food. Its ridiculous to continue using paper bags for wet food!! Im tired of my food spilling everywhere.
I enjoy these vegan options in the West End. Growing up on Caribbean food I do wish they used a bit more spice on some items but thats my only complaint. Everything is home cooked and service is always great.
I recently decided to try this place the day before Mothers Day. The space is small but nice. The man behind the register was kind and really helped me to decide on something good. I ended up trying their curry ungoat with rice and beans, along with cabbage and plantains. It was pretty good. Ill be back for sure.
The young Server was very professional and served with a smile. I like that we were able to sample the food before we ordered. I especially enjoy the RASTA PASTA, lentils, Curry un-goat, and the sweet potato cornbread was delish. And the Beet and ginger beverage a potent and fresh.
The delivery person delivered my food to a random person standing on the street. The person answering the phone wasn’t helpful at all. Just kept saying how the delivery person gave it to Barbi. How when I was standing outside for 20mins waiting and watching on the GPS tracker. The delivery person never came to my location I believe because of traffic and instead lied and said it was handed to me. Who hands 60$ worth of food to a stranger ?
Love the food! Service is cool too. All vegan menu. Great if you want to try out new food. Or if youre looking for some good vegan friendly comfort food. Very earthy. The kings and queens are there.
Very good vegetables! The mac n cheese and beans were my favorite. I had the curry and was super pleased as a raging omnivore. I loved not feeling sluggish after my meal!
This was my first time visiting this establishment. From the time I walked in my sister and I were greeted by a wonderful gentleman who allowed us to sample some of the wonderful food options. The warm atmosphere was inviting and the food was amazing. I will definitely be returning.
I love Healthful Essence Restaurant because it is vegan and I dont have to worry about what I eat here. They have a large variety of cooked food and they also offer raw living food. And all healthy and delicious. I especially love the Raw Pizza and their smoothies.
Very good customer service ...I was able to sample most of the food on the menu. I had to make him stop giving me samples otherwise I was going to get too full. Overall the food was yummy I will go there every night if I could. The portions were very large I ordered one plate and split it with my boyfriend we both were full.
Bland, Unseasoned, watery curry. Waste of MONEY! The staff were great but the food is a complete waste of money. The curry wheat gluten tasted like watered down curry that an inexperienced cook would make. The flavors are just not there. The beans (peas) and rice had nooooo flavor what so ever, same with the veggies. Liquid smoke and pepper is the most you would taste from it. Dont waste your time and money on this food. The price are a rip off as well.
Today was my first time at Healthfull (stumbled upon it on the way to another vegetarian spot in the area). I am in fact full! Its been a week since Ive eaten any meat. I ordered collards and okra today; the advertised menu wasnt quite what was available. The collards were a little bland to me, they included red bell peppers. I really enjoyed the okra. The plantains were ok. The sweet potato cornbread is different...Ill go back again and broaden my horizons. ;)
Nothing special. Definitely not worth the high prices. If you dont cook this is a good place for you. If you do cook dont bother. At dinner time the vegetables were dried out and the selection was slim. Its just ok. I doubt I would go back. The staff is pleasant and courteous and it looks clean although I carried out.
My new lunchtime spot! I dont have a favorite yet, but you cant go wrong with the rasta pasta and un-fish cakes. Also love the ginger beer, so far. I want to eat more plant-based meals and this place helps a lot. A real jewel in the West End of Atlanta.
We really enjoyed the food. It is Carribean Vegan food. It was delicious and the lady preparing the plates was very warm and friendly. We will definitely go back for more. The Un-fish fritters were my FAVORITE!!!
Great food, but too expensive. And they dont want to give you a good portion for what they want you to pay for it. I followed them since they were in little five points, but their prices are too much.
LOVE the food! LOVE people! LOVE the music! Best food Ive had in years and ate here 2 out of 3 days I was in Atlanta. Worth the drive from Nashville and stock the fridge with leftovers... Nuff Said
I cant believe I havent reviewed this place - it is one of my top go-to vegan spots in Atlanta. The food is DELICIOUS - how do they make all those delicious un-meats?! I just dont know!. The staff are super friendly - they always remember us when we come in and ask how were doing and seem to genuinely care. Weve never been disappointed - ever - except when we get there and it turns out theyre closed, LOL (why dont we just look up the hours?).Some of the things you HAVE to try are: Sweet Potato Cornbread, Un-Fish Patties, Chickpea Patties, and Roti Plate (its like a burrito with three of the available dishes).
We missed the un-mac & cheese day, but I got fried plantains with the curry veggies, unfish cakes, rice and curried mushrooms Yippiee! The mango delight tastes delicious with orange juice
Wow! I enjoyed the lentil samosas--we bought them out!!! The sweet potato cornbread was delicious--its hard to find good live and gluten-free food! I will always come back!
Great service. Decent food. Soy meats, Vegan options, and select raw foods. I think with the name “healthful” they should not serve texturized vegetable protein aka soy. Tasty juices and smoothies. Try the moringa moss, almost worth the $8! Inside seating available and boutique for shopping
This is my first time coming to this establishment and it more than likely will be my last time. Prior to ordering I called to understand how the roti was sold, the person who answered the phone stated you get one unmeat and two sides. I called back and ordered two curry goat roti’s with sides of Mac and uncheese, and rice and peas. The person on the phone took so long to take the order stating she wanted to make sure we were coming to retrieve the food, we told her we were getting off the exit which meant we were less than 2 mins from the location. When we got there no food was prepared, and we were told there was no Mac and uncheese, no rice and peas. Since we called ahead, were anticipated the food to be ready, as well as we were confused why we weren’t informed that those two items were out. Now we are being told you don’t get sides and everything is put inside the roti. This particular piece of information should have been made clear prior to placing the order, since we were under the impression we were getting a roti with two sides. The customer service was horrible, and was unwelcoming.
Really good vegan food! I love southern food and they combine southern with Caribbean really well. Very clean inside, affordable and the staff is very friendly. I’ll definitely come back!
Great vegan restaurant that has friendly associates that are the to serve you morning but the best.
I think this place has officially become my favorite vegan restaurant in Atlanta.
Very interesting food...I love it, a little pricey but the portions are filling, and yup it’s ALL vegan
Awful. Unseasoned “Un-Fish” entree. The Blueberry Coconut cake wasn’t good and too expensive for that small slice, and the spicy popcorn was complete and total garbage. If you want raw tasty popcorn go to Tassill’s Raw Restaurant it will not disappoint
The food being vegetarian was not delicious and filling.
Everything is delicious. Counter service- samples welcomed. Real fruit smoothies and curried un-goat are great! Dont be afraid to try something vegan
Awesome food, I always have to stop by when Im in the area.
Most definitely the best vegan food in Atlanta PERIOD.. also the best carribean food I have had since I left the island..no joke.. you will love yourself for trying this place out..MUST GO FOR ALL VEGANS.. or people who want are curious about the lifestyle.. or someone whos trying to get their love ones to transition
I had the ungoat, collard greens, and unmac and cheese and it was soooo good. They also have great desserts of you have a sweet tooth. Great vegan restaurant in the West End!
Everyone was super friendlh and helpful, especially as first timers! And the food is delicious! If you still crave carribean food but have decided on being vegan, you dont have to lose out, just come here to still get your fix!
The staff was friendly and the food was beyond Remarkable. I had the curry goat over turmeric rice, string beans and okra with a seamoss smoothie on the side.
Food is pretty good, but a lil high like most vegan/ vegetarian spots. Customer service is good and informative. Dining area is too small. Maybe 4 tables tops.
I love the spicy lentils, BBQ tofu, in-fish cakes(which is something like a hush puppy or fritter) if you are a meat eater and wan to try some thing healthy and new with out being disappointed, Id recommend the jerk un-chicken with rice and peas, collard greens, and Mac in un-cheese! I eat there adivdly. My favorite dessert is the gluten free coconut blueberry cake, and the gluten free carrot cake. Everything is made from scratch, and the environment is festive, loving, and communal. I love it they will help you adjust if you are used to meat and help you with any ailments you are having by changing your diet and recommending you to certified wholistic nutritionist and doctors. The food may be out of some peoples budget however it is worth the investment. The staff works hard, provides good food, and health Knoweldge its well worth a try.
Amazingly delicious food. I can’t believe I’ve lived here for so long before visiting. This is going to be a primary spot for us to dine in the West End. Lovely staff and incredible cuisine. Visit ASAP.
Excellent customer service and great vegan comfort food. If you love Caribbean food and recently become a vegan this is a great place to eat. This is kind of a cheat day spot for OG vegans.
Poorly managed, literally run out of everything by 5pm, but they are open till 8/9. Confusing.Rubbery crispy fritters, dry bland rice and peas...I had to update this review three times as I was eating, because each thing I took a taste of made me angrier.
I went to this place in my US Airforce uniform and OMG Ive never been treated rude like that, esp in my uniform. I requested to eat there, my food was served without drink/water. I asked if drink was served in addition and the response was very rude we can get you some if you want, i could tell the water they served was tap water. Smh pathetic!!! Obviously my last time going there and I will not recommend it to anyone
The staff is very friendly. The food I ordered wasnt good. Unduck, broccoli mix, and greens. I did manage to salvage the greens the peach cobbler, plantains were ok and the beverage I ordered was sour.
Its always closed on Sundays and its probably the best Caribbean good Ive ever eaten. Its Vegan and the people are incredibly kind. Great service too. Nothing more to say than how amazing and great this place is.
My second order from Uber Eats from this place was really disappointing. The first one was perfect and I was excited as I thought I found me a nice Vegan black owned place to get Caribbean food from. But unfortunately my second order from them today had a little something extra in it. Smooshed on the inside bottom of my sealed Fruit Moss bottle was a small black roach in the sea of fruity yellow. I was baffled and hoped that it was a seed or something like that, but my intuition wouldnt let me just drink it, and I definitely know what a roach looks like as I have stayed in some not so nice places before lol. I decided to pour it out into another cup, and spooned out the black area and saw little antenna and legs, and saw for sure it was a roach. I was torn about reviewing this place but I am so disappointed and grossed out because I wanted to love Healthful Essence as there is no place like it, but I had to alert others to my gross experience! I hope this restaurant vastly improves the way they keep their restaurant clean and present food to their customers.
The food is simply amazing! The staff was very friendly and that had a reggae DJ. I am really looking forward to going back. They made me feel like family!
The fish cake was okay but the goat curry tasted like I was eating sponge. I know its vegan but there are other more flavorful vegan spots..Issa no for me
Omg. Healthful Essence vegan food is positively orgasmic. The roti is fantastically delicious and vegan or not if you are on the Westside you must go to this restaurant. Being Black Owned is a plus too.
I love love love this restaurant! Their un fish patties, pumpkin and sweet potatoes & collard greens are AMAZING! I cant say enough great things about Healthful Essence
Nice atmosphere ... Healthy foods & Exotic health drinks ... 👌💕💞
If you want to try vegetarian I highly recommend! I love the temerity and lentil soup & vegetable casserole theyre delicious!
Onion steak is legit! Squash dish was tasty and plantains perfection. Great house music vibes, chill atmosphere. Combination of healthy and tasty.
The best drinks. Vegan food that tastes good to meat eaters....Lets get It! Best sorrel Ive tasted ever.....good music cool genders and drummers on the weekend.
The staff is always happy to help you if you are new to the restaurant and they have great items for health and wellness also!
I love this place I drive 2 1/2 hours just to come ...Ive never had a bad experience and I appreciate how the owner take time to talk and answer any question about the dishes...the Sorrell juice is GREAT !! I see reviews that people complain I cnt see y ..THANKS N CONTINUE DOING THE GREAT JOB U ALL DO ....I COME FROM MILLEDGEVILLE
I wanted to take photos but I ate all of my food too fast!!! I just found my new spot!!! Food is great and portions are a nice size.
Great variety of vegetarian foods along with good customer service. Wait time was very short.
Food was great!!! I love how they mix southern comfort food with carribean.The staff was great and answered all my questions even making suggestions
This spot is worth visiting. They serve large portions for reasonable rates. Always neat and with awesome vibes. I highly recommend this place.
Awesome food and great vibes. Stopped here on my way to Chicago from Florida and definitely was impressed. Everything was fresh, flavorful and huge portions. Will be stopping back on my way back home to Florida.
The setting was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the staff was very warming and helpful. I love it when the vibe feels like home! You will not be disappointed!
This place has some incredible vegan food. Almost like homemade comfort food kind of stuff. I would highly recommend you try this place out.
Great service; tasty home cooked style food. Chill vibe. And the coconut blueberry cake is on hit!! Definitely a hidden gem.
Great place for all-vegan food, Caribbean style, raw food dishes including raw pizza and Kale salad, fresh juices, house-made hot sauce, Jamaican-style Veggie patties, and a hot food bar.
I love supporting black owned vegan spots! Very good food!
Sooo tasty. super friendly folks and a great range of flavors. spice lovers and the spice averse among us were all very happy.
Solid vegan soul food including drinks like sorrel and sea moss and desserts.
Poster child of hidden gems! SO good, super friendly and inviting. They give you a tour of the food and how its made. Drinks are house made. Just good stuff all around.
This food hits the spot everytime..... 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Had a great experience all food cooked with alkaline water so its makes it taste fresher to me just my opinion mostly will become a regular
Everything was delicious! Cousin and I ordered different things to try more!
Great customer service, and the food is pretty good. If you go get the sweet potato cornbread. However, it is a bit pricey...
Great food .....great service......
Plenty of delicious vegan options and the staff is very friendly. Its kinda hard to find if youve never been. Right next to Goodwill on the backside.
Excellent vegetarian/vegan Caribbean food. Quick! Lots of vegetables. They have delicious Sorrel and Moss too!
Tried this place once with a friend and I am obsessed since then. I enjoyed the awesome mood and delicious dishes and drinks. Great work.
Food is always seasoned wonderfully. I love their beans and rice dishes.
We love the food! Been customers for over 20 years. Serves great vegan food and offers also raw vegan dishes.
Paid $35 for a large plate, full of cheap items such as rice & beans 😑. Prices are completely out of line. Never again!
Long line, customer service was ok food was seasoned fairly. More than just food though. Great vegan health store as well
Tasty and delicious food, great customer service. I will be back.
Great atmosphere, EXCELLENT vegan amd vegetarian food, awesome art, dope vibe.....but the lines can be a turn off. A mpre streamlined cashier line or an additional cashier might help
I know vegan ,healthy food cost,they never have a sell,they have small selection of raw fooddam I really miss the raw quiche!yummy😍
The meals were delicious, good customer service and nice environment. Will definitely go back. Meals are reasonably priced.
Ma SPOT😍😍😍😍 So wholesome!!! So tasty, MY GAWSH!!! Great place to Meet Ppl!!! And to get Some Healthy Nutritious Caribbean Southern food!!! TeamVegan!!! #Health and #Southernhospitality #Lawwwwdavmercy!! 😍😍😍😍😍
Ive never Had carribean food before and I loved it! The atmosphere was very positive and I cant wait to return.
Vegan Caribbean food at the best prices and relaxing atmosphere. The inside good music and occasional outside African drumming is unbeatable.
This was the first time I had been here. Everything was so fresh and perfect. I plan on stopping here anytime I’m ever in the area again.
THEY COOK WITH ALKALINE WATER! Cant knock that. Healing food and Healing atmosphere! Been coming for 5 or so yrs now... Some ppl said 20yrs +.. Wow!
Its not that I do not like the food. I had a horrible experience today. I asked the cost of the unfish Ala cart that seemed to be confusing to the new man there I wanted to just walk away. Today the customer service was horrible
Good food. Tried the un duck, vegetables were cooked perfectly
Always amazing food. Good clean environment, great variety. Great vegan and raw vegan food.
The best restaurant in the city. They pack a lot of flavor and they are Vegan. I Love it. I eat here everytime I visit Atlanta
Food is delicious and tasty. Good portion sizes. Reasonable priced. Love ❤️ the great energy.
Always have what I can depend on. Great Vegan Caribbean soul food and sea moss drinks.
You must try the South of the Border veg roll, fair warning, can be very spicy. My favorite lunch spot!
Awesome place and always enjoy the food.
Super fabulous vegan Caribbean style food try everything twice then try it again. Long lines at times and thats cause the food is good
Bring your non-vegan friends (as I am) here and you will amaze them. Food is awesome (a French guy telling you this) and people are very friendly.
The Food is sooooooooooo expensive. Its veggies all of it and its really really expensive. For taste great depending on what day u go.
Healthy food and warm Family environment. Would refer a fellow bloggers to taste the Fish Cakes with Pepper Sauce.
The food is very very good albeit a little expensive, but I’m a firm believer that you get what you pay for and Healthful Essence never disappoints
Best raw food dishes in all of Atlanta. If youre vegan, I recommend eating here.
Total reviews rating 4.4
199 Reviews for Healthfull Essence 2023:
Review №1
2021-11-14I learned about this restaurant during my African History Tour of Atlanta and I returned the next day during the lunch hour to give it a try. After asking one question, the cashier/server asked if it was my first time and offered me a taste test. I wasn’t expecting that. But I appreciated that the restaurant goes the extra mile. They explained the meat substitute options and provide a decent taste portion for me to try. Everything was delicious to be honest. I settled on The Run Down, a veggie soup sort of, and Plantains. I also ordered a Mixed Fruit Smoothie and 2 Drinks - Iced Tea and Green Tea Lemonade (I think that was it). My total came up to approximately $40 but it was all worth it. I would definitely return again.I hope you found this review helpful. If so, please give me a thumbs up. Thank you.
Review №2
2022-04-15The food is delicious. I am not a vegetarian but leaning more and more towards a vegan diet. I was in the area and decided to try Healthful Essence for a late lunch. I was very pleased with the food and service. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The restaurant is a very small neighborhood restaurant and the food is amazing. I will definitely be returning to this place.
Review №3
2022-02-07I have visited several times and truly enjoy the freshness and quality of their food. They give you decent portions and the customer service is consistently good! I dont ever feel rushed when ordering and if you have any questions about any of the items, they are very helpful with answering any inquiries. It can get a lil pricey based on what you order, but its well worth it. I love their food and would recommend this place to others.
Review №4
2022-06-17This was my first visit to this wonderful establishment!! I love everything about Healthful Essence from the friendly welcome to the charismatic banter of the employees! The food was very flavorful and filling I will absolutely be back. (I skipped work early from Emory to come here and it was well worth it)
Review №5
2022-03-07My husband and I went this past weekend for the first time and it was very pleasant. We tried pretty much everything on the menu and it was delicious. We also ordered the detox which was highly recommended. We will definitely be back 💜
Review №6
2022-05-23Definitely a 5 star!! They are very creative with their vegan Caribbean eats! This is my go to place for a healthy, inexpensive, and a great portion of food! Their eggplant & plantains are the best! And the cornbread is everything!
Review №7
2022-02-23I love the restaurant and all of the workers . Princess is a jewel and cooks with perfections. Charles makes juices that are very delicious . I recommend this restaurant to anyone that is vegan or trying to convert over. Take that challenge.
Review №8
2022-06-21This was my first time visiting this restaurant although I knew about them and Ive passed here many times but the day me and a friend stopped in for lunch/dinner the staff that served us was very helpful when describing the foods and how they taste it I will definitely be going back
Review №9
2020-09-30Oh my goodness! Im not even vegan but the macaroni and un-cheese was delicious! Everything was delicious too be honest especially the greens. I definitely have to visit Atlanta again to get some more of this.
Review №10
2022-04-21Their food is usually on point! One of my favorite items is the squash soup! Ooo soo good. And dont sleep on their smoothies 😋 very fulfilling.