Black Leaf Vegan Cafe

4.6 ( 436 reviews )
Checking... 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
335 W 9th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, United States
+1 317-560-4222

If you're searching for a delightful vegan dining experience in Indianapolis, look no further than Black Leaf Vegan Cafe. This café has quickly garnered praise for its exceptional menu that appeals to both vegans and non-vegans alike. Customers rave about the brunch burger and the expertly loaded nachos, with many stating they were pleasantly surprised by the generous portions. The meal combinations, such as the vegan bacon ranch burger paired with mac and cheese, have left patrons like Andrew Shearn feeling pleasantly stuffed and utterly satisfied.

With a warm and inviting atmosphere, Black Leaf offers a perfect backdrop for not just dining but also for catching up on work or studying. T'Miya Thomas highlights the clean and spacious vibe that enhances the overall experience, complemented by a radiant music selection. The customer service stands out, with quotes like "terrific customer service" reiterated by satisfied newcomers.

The café's dedication to flavor shines through in every dish, making Black Leaf Vegan Cafe a must-visit. Between the exquisite dishes and the welcoming environment, it's easy to see why diners recommend this gem. A visit here promises an unforgettable vegan feast!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Identifies as Black-owned
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Has live music
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Paid parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Black Leaf Vegan Cafe

Mal Messinger
Jun 18,2025
The food here is amazing! All vegan and extremely delicious. This is our first time here. We got a brunch burger and the nachos, with a mango lemonade and the verde smoothie. And the chocolate cake. The nachos were super loaded! Didn’t expect that! Everything was incredible, I highly recommend this place. Not to mention the staff is so friendly and awesome. 10/10!! Didn’t get pictures of the food because we smashed it!
Andrew Shearn
Jun 12,2025
Ordered the vegan bacon ranch burger with a side of mac and cheese. Everything was phenomenal. Portion sizes were great; I left feeling stuffed. The food is garnished nicely as well. Support vegan businesses!
T'Miya Thomas
Jun 4,2025
This place sets the tone if you’re looking for a place to do school work or remote work. It’s spacious, clean, and convenient. The food is really good, fulfilling and flavorful. The music is radiant, groovy and a vibe.
Kathleen Cole
May 30,2025
Freaking AWESOME vegan food!! Great atmosphere. Terrific customer service. A definite for vegans that live here or visit!!!
Paul Henderson
May 5,2025
Always looking for a great spot to eat, vegan tends to be safe for me (alpha gal). The bacon ranch burger OMG! And the Mac and cheese was darn close to real cheese. Also had the gut punch drink! This place is awesome will come again next time I get to the city for sure.
Jessica Black
Apr 8,2025
We are from Chicago but needed to spend a day in Indianapolis. Craving a healthy meal that was going to be good for us, we took a chance and were very pleased with the results. We had the pleasure of meeting the owners and their hospitality far exceeded our expectations. They were friendly, helpful and went beyond expectations with a smile. The food was delicious, filling and satisfying. We ordered the nachos, bacon ranch burger, carrot cake and red velvet cake with a wellness punch and beetroot juice to wash it all down. The deserts were moist and delicious- served warmed. The nachos were fully loaded and had some amazing sauces and toppings while the burger was delicious - my meat eating husband didn’t miss the “beef”. Delicious food at a great price.
Nancy Smith
Mar 27,2025
Very, very tasty vegan food! The cafe is located in a warm and inviting space that is located next to Indy's picturesque Canal Walk (in case you want to take a walk before or after). I was also very impressed by the attentiveness of either the owner or the manager who was there during our visit and who went way out of her way to give us parking advice. It is my understanding there will soon be patio furniture out front. A great place to get your vegan fill, play a board game or two, or stop by as part of your canal walk. Events are posted on their FB page and Insta. Highly recommended!
Peter Rattien
Mar 18,2025
Everything we got was amazing. This was our only stop in Indy as we had a few hours in between flights. The bacon ranch burger is on another level! The Mac & cheese is spot on. The nachos were piled hi, and had a bit of sweetness with the sauce. They had a fish sandwich on special and it was spectacular. Cute little spot where you order at the counter and eat at any of the many tables.

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