Fudenjuce — Restaurant in Nevada City

UPDATE: It’s been 3 years since my last review, so I wanted to update my experience. Fudenjuce has incredible food. Flavor wise, they have never disappointed me. I still think their menu is a little complicated, but boy am I always happy to have their food in front of me! It’s great for kids, groups, groups of kids, and solo too. I just heard they are opening a new location, and I am both proud of their success, and THRILLED to find them closer to home. I wish I could have added a photo of these amazing vegan tacos, but… I ate them too quickly! 😆

Old review: ⬇️ I like this place. The food is always good, and I respect that during last year's PSPS they remained open with generators. I like the outdoor seating, and though parking is limited, there has always been something available nearby. So why three stars? First of all, the food takes a very long time. Up to 30 minutes sometimes to get out 3 or 4 meals. I understand that they have limited kitchen space, and that they are frequently busy, but it's something to think about if you are short on time. (side note: Smoothies are usually pretty quick and ALWAYS delicious) The second thing I feel is worth noting is the intentional lack of customer service. I'm sure they have a repertoire with some of their (more) regular customers, but I have never felt like they were interested in my business or my repeat business at all. It's not just me either, because I've sat there waiting for food for 30 minutes watching the alarmed faces when they're met with stoicism instead of friendliness. I'm sure some of that is due to the unnecessarily large menu which probably induces many questions. And that brings me to my third issue with Fudenjuce - why is the menu sort of vegan? They put honey in some dressings, there is sour cream in some otherwise perfectly cruelty free foods, and you have to order vegan cheese or you get the congealed mammary kind. I wish to whittle down their menu to two distinct categories - vegan, and not vegan. It loses its appeal as "vegan friendly" when you have to self-assess what is edible within each dish. At the very least, stepping up the customer service so that they know how to make meals vegan would probably bring this review up to a 4. It would at least show they care. Also, Dairy-less Date Shake...

Three visits in two days. Yup, we’ve found a winner!! Pesto chik’n wrap was bomb although the meatless alternative tasted more like sausage and had that kind of consistency but was so good we ordered it two days in a row. The blt was great although could use more fak’n or have avocado? I removed the top slice because I could mostly just taste bread with it served the way it was. We also had the Asian wrap and went back for shakes. The ‘Bugs’ did not disappoint! It was bomb and recommended to us by the lady who runs Broad Street Inn - thank you, Julie! My hubs had the Tropical and it was refreshing too. Both large and very filling! The little side salad they give you with your wraps is not necessary. I tried to eat mine the first day but was too full but didn’t want to waste. I ordered the wrap the next day and told them to hold the lettuce and I’d just take the sauce to add a little extra punch on my wrap. Overall a great experience and wish we lived closer to come more often but Australia Is a bit too far so see you next year on our annual visit...

I love that we can order & pick up delicious smoothies. The other day, they were busy & forgot to make ours, when said 15 minutes & we arrived 20-25 minutes, however that was ONCE in all these years- and they jumped right on it, with care. I love the Darrell's salad; falafel & so much more! I love that meals come with healthy salad. The wraps are great. We enjoy milkshakes occasionally, but more often order-smoothies, both great! They have wonderful coffee & desserts & are SO KIND. The owners do their best & all the staff seem dedicated & always greeted with KINDNESS HERE. MY only wish is that the owners would let my artist friend come back & finish sealing the gorgeous blue tile project. He's alive now & will do it for trade. It's so beautiful & something many treasure & he feels he must finish to bring delight to others for many more years. If you're looking for a Super meal or treat & kind words, please support this local gem. I give permission for owners to PM me on FB for contact of local...