Pretend - Dublin
Pretend
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Dublin's vibrant vegan scene offers diners a delightful mix of experiences. At Vegan Sandwich Company, patrons rave about flavorful options, from falafel wraps to avocado toast, in a cozy atmosphere with welcoming staff. Conversely, the fried offerings can fall flat—some diners find the fish substitutes soggy and the flavor bland. Over at Pretend, the indulgent vegan fast food delights, although some dishes are criticized for being greasy. Desserts like snickers toffee crème shine, while the lack of seating may deter those seeking a sit-down experience. Overall, both spots promise a unique but varied culinary journey.
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I finally found the fish shop again and I was not disappointed! I tried the ham and cheese croissant, flat white, and banana cake - all were delicious, especially the croissant. The melted cheese was amazing.
The food was prepared quickly and the service was excellent. We ordered the smoky burger and chips. We thought both dishes were delicious, although they didn't have a strong fish flavor as expected. The restaurant is more of a grab-and-go place, so the use of disposable packaging was a downside.
New Review: I recently visited Vegan Sandwich Company for some lunch and was blown away by the remarkable variety of delicious options they offer. From hearty falafel wraps to fresh avocado toast, every item on the menu was bursting with flavor. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. I will definitely be returning to Vegan Sandwich Company for more tasty eats in the future.
I had a fantastic experience at this restaurant. I enjoyed a delicious vegan "steak" sandwich with pickles, coleslaw, mustard, lettuce, and tomato. It was made in the proper New York City deli style, filled generously and fried perfectly on the outside. The staff was very friendly and I also purchased my vegan Christmas "turkey", "honey" glazed "ham", and peppercorn gravy to try later. I can't wait to sample the rest of the menu - these vegan dishes are sure to please anyone with taste buds!
My husband is a big fan of vegan fast food, so we had to try Pretend while we were in Dublin, especially since it was close to our hotel. During our first two visits, we tried the steak sandwich, the loaded BBQ fries, and the loaded chive and garlic aioli fries. While the flavors were good, we found everything to be too greasy, heavy, and difficult to eat. However, we couldn't resist trying the desserts, so we got the snickers toffee creme and the baileys almond Guinness cake a couple of days later. Both desserts were delicious, albeit very rich and dense. They were stored in a large freezer and could be heated up for you, but we chose to take them back to our hotel room frozen and enjoyed them a few hours later. The service was friendly, but there is no seating available, so you have to stand and wait while your food is prepared, which can be a bit awkward and time-consuming. If you're a fan of this type of food, then Pretend is the place for you, but for those who prefer lighter options, you may want to just stick to the desserts. Overall, our experience in October 2022 was mixed but enjoyable.
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Wings & Tenders
Burger
Sandwiches
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