We started out with the chips and guacamole and the garbanzo soup. The guacamole and salsa were fresh with the green salsa adding the heat we needed. The soup tasted like vegetable stews I have made before but I have never thought of putting garbanzo in them, which gave it that special something. All in all it was very flavorful, the broth had a hint of garlic and cilantro, which is always a good thing.
The Forever-Young "Buffalo Bill Burrito" was a sight to see. Taking up the entire plate I had no idea what I was getting into with brown rice and pintos overflowing out of the burrito. The burrito definitely packed enough to fill up two people or have for two meals, but was lacking in overall flavor. That is always easily fixed at any Mexican restaurant with an addition of hot sauce and salsa. The burrito was very fresh tasting and hit the spot, but next time I will probably go with another menu item.
We also tried the Forever-Young beef taco dinner. The tacos come with enough on the plate to make the two into four easy. I was curious about the soy meat, as usual, only to be surprised at how wonderful the "beef" tasted. I found the meat had more a pork carnitas texture and flavor rather than beef. They should consider adding soy pork to the menu. The beans and rice were a bit bland, and could use some salt or garlic at the very least. The menu stated that they were both steamed and cooked without any salt. While this may be healthy, it didn't do much for the overall flavor.With the dinner you get a great and unique tasting tea made of boiled flax seeds, prunes, and cinnamon. This is a tea that aides in digestion and is supposedly great for your skin as well. We had enough left over for dinner that night, which is always a bonus. We're definitely going back.
*On the Internet there is a lot of speculation as to whether or not this restaurant is actually vegan, the menu stated that the cheese is soy, however some soy cheeses do contain casein which is not vegan. So, if that's a concern for you I'd just get it without. The soy chicken is also rumored to have egg whites in the mix, which is also a common occurrence. So now you know and can order accordingly! (The restaurant is a vegetarian one and advertised accordingly, so if you are a vegan just ask if you have questions. There is something for everyone.)
