We found this vegetarian diner and discovered everything is actually vegan! The good: Food was served hot and well seasoned. The Passion Fruit iced tea was delicious! Service was friendly and quick. The not-so-good: Atmosphere was meh. Worn seat cushions. Not everything was in good repair. The ugly: It had just had a food inspection on September 18, 2023 which a "Conditional Approval" to continue was issued. Items discovered would be subject to a reinspection within 72 hours. The bathrooms were in need of some TLC as a cockroach ran across the floor and deep cleaning was needed. If you want to try this restaurant just be aware of some possible lingering deficiencies. There is free parking around the back. Prices were reasonable given it's Sep 2023. EDIT: After reading the publicly-available inspection report, available from the photo of the Conditional Inspection I can no longer recommend Simple Joy. There are some significant deficiencies and safety concerns that changed my recommendation. Hopefully they will correct these items soon.

Read the report for yourself:

11 - food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

Comments: Observed moldy bread in refrigerator. CORRECTED ONSITE - Moldy bread discarded. ** Food is not safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented.

20 - proper cold holding temperatures

Comments: Foods requiring temp control for safety observed held at unsafe temp in both deli top refrigerators and in TurboAir glass door refrig. See temp list. ** For cold holding, PHF not maintained at 41 F or less.

26 - toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

Comments: Observed two cans of household use aerosol pesticide on floor at cook line. USE ONLY INSECTICIDES THAT ARE SPECIFICALLY LABELLED OK TO USE IN A FOOD ESTABLISHMENT OR USE PROFESSIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE. ** Poisonous or toxic materials are being improperly used or applied.

36 - insect, rodents & animals not present

Comments: Observed approx 10 live cockroaches in kitchen (under sink, on floor, on food prep surface of deli top refrig). Establishment has no professional pest control. PLEASE PROVIDE INVOICE FOR PROFESSIONAL PEST CONTROL TREATMENT FOR FOLLOW UP INSPECTION. Strongly recommend regular service. ** Premises are not maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests.

37 - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display

Comments: In Whirlpool Gold refrig, observed bag of raw potatoes stored in a pool of dirty water on bottom shelf of refrig. CORRECTED ONSITE - potatoes moved to higher shelf in refrig. DISCUSSED: either repair leak in refrig or do not store food on bottom shelf. ** Foods not stored away from potential contamination.

48 - hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Comments: No hot water available at left compartment of 3-comp sink where person in charge says dishes are washed. Hot water is available (128F) at middle and right compartments, but water starts and stops and does not have consistent pressure. HOT WATER AT LEAST 110F MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR WASHING DISHES AT 3-COMP SINK. ** The water source and the hot water generation system are not of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food establishment.