Great service and great food! Had a lentil wrap and a beautiful salad made with local greens, walnuts and flowers and the beet couscous (which was my favorite!)
February 2024
Phenomenal. The samples really helped me decide I wanted to try literally everything so I got the smorgasbord lol amazing service, intentional ingredients, so much flavor! The mac and cheese was my favorite. I will definitely be back!
December 2023
Absolutely loved this place. Great food, chill staff, and love the rotating menu concept.
*DRK is a vegan cafe with an ever-changing daily lunch menu. Mostly gluten-free and made from scratch with real, whole foods. Allergen mindful and safe.
*Local and woman owned.
*A hidden gem located in the courtyard oasis, surrounded by flowers and waterfalls.
*Celebrating 11+ years!
*Dine in, patio seating, quick take out, and catering available.
*Online specials & discounts.
*Ride your bike, get 10% off.
*Wraps, tacos, salads, hummus, pasta, noodles, beans, slaws, smoothies, iced teas, treats, coffee, and more.
*Local artwork, crafts, & jewelry for sale (100% goes directly to artists).
*Thank you for supporting our local business!
Other Information
Attire: Casual
Parking: Garage, Street, Validated, Lot, Private
Price Range: Below Average
Best for Gluten-Free Baked Goods Because: Desert Roots Kitchen in Tempe is a good stop for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dining.
Best for Vegetarian Because: Even if you've never eaten a vegan dish in your life, Desert Roots Kitchen's tasty selection of eclectic, nicely seasoned fare will please most diners.
Best for Restaurants with Healthy Menus Because: Desert Roots Kitchen is a homegrown vegan cafe where real ingredients are the star of each dish. Great homemade pastries available every day.
Best for Restaurants with Gluten-Free Menus Because: Desert Roots Kitchen caters to diners looking for fresh, healthy and delicious menu items.
Best for Tempe's Best Restaurants Because: Desert Roots Kitchen is a gourmet vegetarian cafe located in Tempe's trendy Mill Avenue district featuring farm-fresh ingredients and flavors.