So, Starbucks doesn't really knock itself out for vegans. I like their coffee but there are other places where one can get something to eat that is plant-based to go with one's coffee. JJ Bean is one of those places. YouTubers, Vegan Twosome put us on to this place by, reviewing it a few months ago.
Of course, there are many JJ Bean locations and they don't necessarily serve all the same things. We did visit the website however and what we found on the menu at the Bidwell and Davie location was pretty similar. I kind of remember this place being a Mexican restaurant about a hundred years ago.
We started with just really good coffee. They had oat, soy and almond milk all available. I'm a black coffee guy but I do like a drop of something once in a while and I decided to try almond milk for a change. Very nice!
JJ.B, has a selection of vegan muffins which they run out of as the day goes on. I think this was the Chocolate Zucchini and it was rich and tasty. Muffins are the epitome of health food as far as a lot of people are concerned but they can be surprisingly high in calories, vegan or not. This was a pretty nice treat though! There are a few other baked goods as well that are plant-based.
The Yoggu! Coconut Yogurt Parfait was a nice treat also. We had never had Yoggu yogurt but it was really velvety and rich. The topping was crunchy and a little sweet. Breakfast of champions!
Finally, we had the Impossible Bulgogi Burrito. Again, we would say that this was a tasty and satisfying item. We both thought it could do with a little stronger bulgogi flavour but I you have to be able to make the majority happy. The toasting was a great thing. With a few veggies, this is an all round sandwich that would be perfect anytime.
This location of JJ Bean seems to be in what is either an appendage on the neighboring tower or maybe it is a completely separate building that predates the tower. It would be interesting to find out. Either way it is a pretty interesting space with some varying seating choices including outside. The staff were helpful and patient with the vegan. We thought the prices were reasonable overall. If there were more JJ Beans around, I could easily kick my Starbucks habit.
Food 4 out of 5
Vegan Options 4 out of 5
Comfort 4 out of 5
Service 4 1/2 out of 5
Value 4 ouot of 5
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