7 Best Vegan Restaurants near Cle Elum

“the waffles are to die for....“

“Oh my gosh, my husband and I went in and had their prime rib dinner last night. It is one of the best we have had in years.“

“​If you are driving through Cle Elum—especially if you're making the trek out to a concert at the Gorge Amphitheatre—you absolutely must stop at Orchard. It is a total hidden gem that completely blows you away the moment you step inside.
​The first thing that hits you is the stunning, high-end design. The interior is beautiful, modern, and carefully curated, giving it an upscale vibe you wouldn't necessarily expect to stumble upon in a small mountain town. It sets the perfect mood for a great meal.
​Their menu is intentionally simple, focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients rather than overwhelming you with dozens of choices. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything you order. Every single dish they make is executed perfectly and tastes absolutely amazing. It’s fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care.
​Between the gorgeous ambiance, the top-tier food, and the convenient location for a pre-concert road trip stop, Orchard has officially become a mandatory destination for me. Highly, highly recommended!“

“Classic drive in. Great food, love the little dog park.“

“Street tacos and the grilled chicken burrito were really good. The burrito was huge and can feed two people. The steak burrito was dry and had zero seasoning and was extremely tough. Other than that, prices seem fair and affordable. (The photo is the street tacos BOX, two burritos, and the price paid. Someone ate the tacos before the picture was taken)“

“Very good Mexican restaurant. The food is excellent and of large portions. Staff is friendly and very professional. Cool place in a cool little town.“

“I had dinner at The Brick Saloon last Friday. I ordered the Brick Burger (jalapeños, provolone, applewood-smoked bacon, homemade guacamole, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle) with the rosemary shoestring fries and the Speelyi Beach Cooler mocktail (pineapple, lime, pandan, coconut cream, and sparkling coconut water).

The burger was very tasty (and massive) and all the ingredients were very fresh. I was pleasantly surprised that they used fresh jalapeños instead of pickled ones. The shoestring fries are always a favorite of mine: perfectly seasoned and served in such a generous portion that I can never finish them all by myself.

The Speelyi Beach Cooler mocktail was super refreshing and really hit the spot. The flavor combination was delightful, and I love that The Brick Saloon offers several mocktail options for non-drinkers.

The service is always good, even on busy nights, and the atmosphere is even better. I highly recommend stopping by for lunch or dinner during the winter when they have the big wood stove going. Every time they stoke the fire, the whole building smells like a campfire, and it feels incredibly cozy, warm, and inviting—like sitting in a mountain cabin. That’s easily my favorite part of eating here.“