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The Foundation

2301 Main St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Mt. Pleasant)
604-708-0881
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Ranked #607 of 1,772 restaurants in Vancouver
Price range: $0 - $20
Cuisines: Vegetarian, Healthy, Fusion, Organic
Dining options: Late Night
Neighborhood: Mt. Pleasant
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Dining options: Late Night
Neighborhood: Mt. Pleasant
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Vancouver
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

I was surprised because the location is great, but when inside, it kind of felt like a little hole in the wall restaurant. The food was good and there were lots of options that were interesting and I have even tried to copy at home. I tried the black beans on quinoa with a lime sauce (not even sure if... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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52 reviews 52 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

This is a cute little place with a menu that is based on vegetarian dishes and actually offers a pretty good variety in this food realm. It is a funky little place with its own unique atmosphere and clientele...fun to visit for something a little different.

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See 27 more reviews by Sandy C for Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada
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45 reviews 45 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

We visited The Foundation strictly for their famous Nachos that recently received rave reviews in a local paper. Well, I wouldn't exactly rave about them. In fact, I won't even go back for them a second time. Not that they were bad, just not that spectacular, nothing to write home about. The serving size for two peple was decent enough,... More

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See 5 more reviews by molley59 for Vancouver
New Westminster, Canada
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44 reviews 44 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2012

I recently went here with some buddies for beers and nachos. The nachos were great, but the service when it came to getting beer refills was not. The servers are all a little slow but from what I have been told that has been expected here. The atmosphere is cool and unique and you can actually see ovens where the... More

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See 11 more reviews by jeffsumm for Vancouver
London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012 via mobile

We went to this place because it was recommended on our travel guide amongst the vegetarian/vegan options in Vancouver. The place itself is cool, the food was OK and there were a few interesting dishes to choose from, as well as local beers. The only thing that was truly disappointing was the service: no communication, we didn't feel welcome and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 29, 2012 via mobile

A vegan resturant that pumps hip hop and you can eat amazing food What sounds unreal..... Well it is And it's dope so go and eat !!!and tip well

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Sherwood Park, Canada
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 26, 2012

Cool restaurant with a chill vibe. Funky menu and great food. Everything is vegetarian and they have a great vegan selection too. Fresh vegetables, well made, very very tasety. I will definitely go back. Great prices. Music is too loud.

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Bellingham, WA
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4 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 16, 2012

The Foundation worked well for a couple of vegetarians and a couple of meat eaters. Our meat-loving sister and niece were willing to join us in vegetarian heaven, with plans to order the famous nachos. We were all very happy with our meals and the dark chocolate fondue was a fabulous end to the evening. But, as other reviewers have... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 2, 2012

I still remember the first time my friends and I tried this restaurant. I am a little unadventerous on the food side. I walked in and nearly freaked at my friends. It is very ecclectic and looks a little home-made shall we say. But I was promised it was great food, and in a matter of 10 minutes when we... More

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See 2 more reviews by taterwho for Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2012

The food served here is delish, creative vegan creations so I feeling I am doing something good for my body and my taste buds delight! Their nachos' are legendary though only served at night. Don't come here thinking you are going to be in and out in a normal fashion. The two times I have been here they only had... More

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