Portia's Cafe - Columbus, Ohio

andres B.

Outstanding service and incredible food.

I'm not vegan but since developing lactose intolerance and having increased cholesterol, I've been trying to shift towards a more plant-based/whole foods diet. Eating out can be expensive both on your wallet and body if you're constantly eating at unhealthy places. So I try to go to a vegan or vegetarian restaurant if I do go out so at least I can have a healthy meal.

Portia's is a great restaurant even if you're not vegan. The whole menu looks appetizing and I like that they clearly state the ingredients. One issue with vegan food is that sometimes they can be highly processed because of the fake meat or sauces. There are definitely those options, but there are also plenty of options that simply use the ingredients as is. What I personally like too is that they try to use local ingredients when they can. I always try to support local businesses that are genuinely passionate about their vision and what they do. I can tell that each dish was made with careful examination and appreciation of each ingredient.

I ordered the lentil soup, tofu egg wrap, and a chai latte. The soup tasted great and had just the right amount of seasoning to not be overpowering. I included avocado and sausage in the wrap which I think made it a perfect breakfast wrap. It had a sauce that gave it a slight tangy flavor so that it wasn't just plain tasting like some other tofu wraps I've had. The chai latte was the first time I've seen a place put maple syrup in it which I thought was genius.

While the food and mission was amazing, I was also pleasantly surprised by the service. I was warmly greeted and felt very welcome like entering a friend's home. The staff was almost too nice to the point where I didn't know how to talk because I'm used to indifference or just straight up rude employees. I took my time to eat and did not feel rushed. Thank you for being kind and providing a lovely experience.

I would definitely come back and recommend anyone to try this restaurant, regardless of your beliefs. A true gem in today's society where true passion for food has mostly disappeared.

Liz

Portia's is a great hangout spot. If you're ever feeling down or lonely, seriously go grab a bite or a tea/ coffee. It's such a warm and inviting atmosphere and it just makes you feel better. I also love the great quality of fresh food. This is a perfect place for those with food sensitivities and allergies. I highly recommend the tofu gyro!

Erika

If you are looking for healthy vegan bites to eat this is a good spot to check out. Parking is off a busy street but there is parking in back. This restaurant vegan & gluten free. I personally am not vegan person but have a very sensitive dairy allergy. With this being my first time in I asked the employee what she would recommend. I ended up getting a half BLT wrap & half Falafel wrap to go. While I was waiting I got a Spanako Rice wrap with a cashews dressing! Chef's kiss, it was delicious.

Sowmya H. K.

Great place , if you are vegetarian/vegan and would like to eat clean and healthy food .
Food is super tasty all healthy ingredients .
Staff is very friendly.

chelsey S.

We visited today from out of state. We love Portia's Cafe!!! We have 4 little kids so going out isn't always the best! They have an awesome kids menu with many options! All kids enjoyed their meals. The atmosphere is very relaxed and homey! They had books for the kids to enjoy while we barely waited (maybe 8 mins) before they started bringing appetizers and our meals out. The waitresses were so kind and talked with our whole family. Food was delicious with quality ingredients!

Christopher W.

There is a ongoing philosophical debate amongst my friends and me about Vegan dishes: are the best dishes are analogues to meat-based products (a la Vegan "Chicken" Wings) or to forge a new path of innovative dishes with cultural influences. We spend countless hours debating the ethics of organics as the candle burns through midnight hours as the unofficial council of holistic foods. We banter over the paradoxes of taste and texture on a level where the greatest scholars could not comprehend the "herbal" wisdom of the self-proclaimed "Vegan Sages" we’ve styled ourselves as. Who would dare challenge our plant-based enlightenment? None, I say!

And with the divine and psychedelic wisdom as our guide, I decree as the head council member that Portia's has effortlessly resolved the debate. Seriously, I have been to countless poor Vegan restaurants that straddle one end of a Vegan spectrum a little too far. This is an incredible balance of taste, quality, variety and innovation. I'm constantly excited to find an excuse to return and have never had an experience short of phenomenal. The staff are friendly and inviting and seem to be genuinely happy at work. I never felt like I was a burden or inconveniencing staff by asking questions. Even when I am idly people watching I can see the same level of satisfaction in the guests. I highly recommend it as both an easy entry point into trying new vegan foods or as a more experienced connoisseur.

Sarah K.

Portia's is one of our favorite restaurants in Columbus! Even if you are not vegan, you will really enjoy it here. They have it all--Great staff, cozy environment and delicious food. We always feel energized after eating Portia's healthy, natural food (even if we eat a lot!). The chefs are so skilled at creating power-packed flavor combinations. Also a nice place to meet for coffee--don't forget to get a piece of "cheezecake"! 🙂

Mei C.

one of the most amazing vegan restaurants I’ve ever been to. The menu is genuinely healthy, but the flavors are incredible. The food is so wonderful and wholesome. I spent $90 there because after I tried some of my food, I made sure not to leave without a full bag of goodies from them. I wish I lived there so I could eat here all the time. Life changing food!