Dharma Southern Kitchen

This was probably my favorite place in Orlando. The burgers were juicy, loaded, and they offered interesting sauces (like the peach for the sloppy joe). The Nashville hawt burger is a must! The fried pickles were on point: I chose tartare which was the perfect sauce for them. Updated from previous review on 2025-03-10

Thank you guys who left good reviews. This is the first restaurant we tried after landing. The classic burger was really good. I also have a soft spot for the pickle chips.

The staff is so friendly and everything on the menu is delicious! The Orange Bird is my personal favorite. Definitely pay them a visit if you are ever in the area!

After a month of working out of Orlando and trying every vegan only place on HC (that was open), I can happily say Dharma was my favorite. I was honestly a bit reluctant to try it as they really only advertise having chicken sandwiches, and as much as I like a vegan chicken sandwich, there is typically many other options I would rather use my calorie intake on. I decided to go as when I got off the flight I was pretty hungry and it was a relatively easy shot from the airport. The restaurant is in a pretty nondescript building in a residential neighborhood. The place definitely has a hole in the wall, but kitschy vibe. Let me tell you these sandwiches are absolutely incredible. I went several times and in all I tried the buffalo, the Phish, the BBQ, and the Classic. I can’t decide if the Buffalo or the Phish was my favorite but both among the best of the best vegan sandwiches I have ever had. The only one I probably wouldn’t get again is the barbecue. Don’t get me wrong, it was really really good, I just think they have much better options. If you’re in the neighborhood, I would say give them a try 110% . Heck, I would even make a trip out-of-the-way to go to Dharmas. Updated from previous review on 2024-08-25

Love Dharma it’s easily one of my favorite restaurants in Orlando and Tampa. They changed their menu a bit, but the new options are great. The orange bird used to be jackfruit years ago, but now it’s tofu. It was still delicious! The fried okra was not my favorite though. Everything else 10/10 Updated from previous review on 2024-08-03

The staff was friendly, n had good recommendations, I tried the Nashville hot sandwich, n the fried Brussels. it was tasty, a bit too much mayo on the sandwich (slaw) but besides that it was delicious. I loved the flavor n crispness of the Brussel sprouts, but they were just a little too sweet for me, to be clear they weren’t really really sweet, I just prefer my foods savory over sweet. Def would recommend and go back!

I’ve tried vegan fried chicken before, but never like this one. This place is one of the best vegan places I’ve ever tried

i’m not going to lie, the quality in food has definitely gone down a little since they reopened - at this point, it’s really hit or miss. i first tried dharma when they reopened after a long closure and location change and i was very impressed by the quality and portion of food; lately, they’ve been a lot stingier with the portions and i’ve definitely noticed that the food is saltier and not as well-prepared. i’ve noticed a difference in quality (especially by the photos i’ve taken) starting from when they reopened, and nowadays i notice things like chick’n pieces that take up about half of the bun, smaller and soggier buns, extremely salty food, and the occasional burnt piece of food. the portions vary extremely, from just a few fried pickles and half a patty to a whole box of pickles and a packed sandwich; i don’t really know what im gonna get when it comes to any of the items i’m ordering, and i’ve found it really discourages me from picking up food there. for example, the georgia peach sloppy joe is my favorite item there and i originally loved how much beef they piled on and the amazing flavor. the flavor is still there, but the last time i picked up from here the sandwich was barely filled and mostly bun; the sandwich was insanely salty too. that being said, the workers are still nice and the food does taste pretty good. it isn’t as good as it used to be but it isn’t bad. for the price, however, i wouldn’t choose to pay this much for something that i know HAS been so much better in the past, even if i was willing to pay that much before. Updated from previous review on 2023-08-30

Just had an awesome lunch. Chickum sandwich plus macncheez. Both were huge servings and delicious. Shareable. Our favorite in Orlando.

Good vegan food. Menu was much better at the old location. Now it's mostly just overpriced chicken sandwiches. Still, us vegans are desperate at times.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

I initially went there to pick up my birthday cake from Valhalla bakery next door. Unfortunately they were closed, which was my fault for misreading their hours. However, there was Dharma! Me and my husband were hungry and decided to try them out. Wow, so yummy! They do have salads for those wanting to eat more wfpb. Great little spot for a quick bite.

This place was great! It was a little hard to find, I'm thinking it was the signage, not sure, but I found it. Had a original chicken (vegan) sandwich which was delicious & the mac & cheese. Clean atmosphere. Great service. I'd definitely go back when in area.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very nice staff. I would highly recommend. The quality of food is great. This is one of the best restaurants in Orlando on God. You're missing out if you pass this spot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ordered and loved the BBQ chicken sandwich. It was tangy, sweet, savory from the BBQ sauce, onions, and pickles. The chicken was light and juicy. Its less flaky in texture than other vegan chicken, not sure what it is made of, maybe jack fruit? Tastes so fresh and well balanced. My absolute favorite was the side of mac n cheese. It was so creamy, well seasoned, a little crunchy from the toppings, and had a kick of heat from spicy paprika or cayenne. So delicious! Will be dreaming about the mac n cheese.♡ The location is small counter service with tables outside. Save room for dessert because there is a fully vegan bakery, Valhalla ♡ I grabbed some croissants to go. Updated from previous review on 2024-03-31

All the food is vegan, plant based. It's really delicious.

Vegetarian options: Vegan options.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheesy Homies, The Orange Bird