Lyra's Natural Kitchen — Restaurant in Richmond

I am distraught. I ordered a VEGAN chickenLESS salad sandwich after wanting to try this place for a while. I was so hungry that I ate several bites thinking I was safe because they have several vegan options. Started to realize something tasted weird and the consistency was “too real” a meat substitute. THEY GAVE ME REAL CHICKEN! It probably had real mayo also which I’m allergic to and now my chest is red and my ears are hot and red. I have been vegan for 7 years and haven’t eaten any meat. I’m incredibly upset. Number one because I feel bad I ate an animal and it’s causing me distress and number 2 because I have allergies. Places need to be careful about mix ups like this because with people having allergies it could wind up very very bad. They did give me a refund and we’re going to remake my sandwich vegan but I felt like throwing up and crying so I just left. Please pay attention …….. :( just ruined 7 years of me being vegan. So upsetting. I never leave reviews but it’s very important… just horrible….dont offer vegan food if you’re going to accidentally serve a vegan meat!!! And can’t blame the customer because some vegan substitutes are very convincing and we should trust the...

This place was so amazing. I had to leave a review.

First, I want to start by saying that it is a black owned business in a great location. I spoke with the owner who was a lovely woman and gave great customer service who said the business was actually named after her granddaughter. All that to say this establishment definitely has that at home feeling to it.

Now onto the part, you really care about. The food was amazing. I love that they have healthy options that still gives home-cooked meal. The place was very clean and well-maintained. The atmosphere was very light and welcoming. I have the crab salad, which was so filling and delicious. All of the ingredients were fresh and even dressing tasted like it was homemade. I love that they have high-quality ingredients at affordable prices and with many tasty vegan options there is something for everyone. If you’re looking for a meal you can enjoy without the guilt or heartburn look no further.

I will definitely be returning and...

I tried Lyra's for the first time this past Sunday and I must say the food was top tier. I had the lyra's mac& cheese (could not believe it was vegan), vegan crab cake sandwhich and tropical smoothie with soursop added. My very picky, non vegan daughter and I devoured it. The food was fresh, prepared well and over all wonderful. As a true vegan for over a decade, I was able to tell that they honestly prepare their vegan food seperately with seperate cookware and utencils from the non vegan food. The owner's were very kind, welcoming and inviting. Also keep in mind that they do also have a vegetarian and a non vegan menu, so its a great place for all to come out and enjoy. I will most definitely be a regular at Lyra's Natural kitchen...