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Vegan restaurant offering pastas, sandwiches, open toasts, waffles, pita & hummus, smoothie bowls, chai, coffee, juices, and Emjay Brewery kombucha. Open Tue-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm. Closed Mon.


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11 Reviews

First Review by Worldly Wags

fabienroche

Points +1717

Vegan
24 Mar 2025

Disappointed.

Nice location and set on the two upper floors overlooking the lake. To be honest, we visit vegan places all over the world as we like supporting the effort. In this rare occasion it was very much under par compared to the reviews. The tofu pesto sandwich was good but the Sloppy Joe's was tasteless. Cajun fries took ages to arrive, but were decent I guess.
The owner never really calculated us, was busy playing loud guitar with a friend on the floor below which meant you had gargled music up top (a mix of The End from the doors and The lion sleeps tonight coming from below). Toilet sink was gross and the cook was smoking in the kitchen.
They have a kombucha business (at least I think it's theirs) and several flavours, which are good - that's a couple of the stars, the third for being totally vegan even if all the owners are not, which is weird - you gotta have the ethos.
Didn't take any pics. Didn't feel like it.

Pros: Vegan

Cons: Expensive for what it is, Not enthralled by food, Funny vibe

mharnden

Points +28

Vegetarian
10 Mar 2025

What a treat!

This was a real find. Excellent vegan food with great hot sandwiches, safe iced beverages likes iced coffee and kamboocha , made by the owners. Been twice and great both times. Closed Mondays, and open 5 to 10 each night. Set on a high rooftop over the lake and bridges, great sunsets and large collection of 60s and 70s vinyl to listen to. Very sweet and friendly owners. Loved every moment…♥️😎

Pros: Excellent food, Nice location, Food served hot!

Cons: Not open everyday, Not open for breakfast. , Lunch would be a nice option too.

dhavaljpatel101

Points +26

Vegan
08 Mar 2025

The best cafe in whole of India

We visited the cafe twice in 3 days we were in Udaipur. It's the most chilled out cafe I have ever been to. Food is delicious and service is quick. The owner is very welcoming and staff members are super friendly too.

Cafe is in perfect location, looking over Pichola lake. Sitting area is nice and relaxing.

Everyone who visits the city, should visit the cafe too. Can't recommend highly enough!

Pros: Ambience, Food, Staff friendliness

pamelaw97

Points +362

Vegan
06 Mar 2025

Fabulous Restaurant

Beautiful views on rooftop. Cool vibe.

Pros: Fully vegan, Rooftop views , Delicious food

GillVHibbitt

Points +872

Vegan
04 Mar 2025

Delicious smoothie

Great to find a vegan cafe here!
Lovely people. Great views from the rooftop.
Delicious smoothie.

Pros: Totally vegan 😊, Friendly , Delicious

JessHamer

Points +173

Vegan
14 Feb 2025

Yay, a vegan place in Udaipur! 🌱

Great vibes, delicious food, and 100% vegan! Owners are very friendly, the views are great, and food yummy. Nice selection of drinks too. I had the bruschetta, the bread was delicious and topping fresh and tasty

Updated from previous review on 2025-02-14

Pros: Food, Vibes , Drinks

Cons: A little pricey (but worth it!), Opening times unclear

BartMinne

Points +87

Vegan
13 Feb 2025

Tasty comfort food

We had the pumpkin oats patty burger special, the cajun fries and twice the pesto tofu sandwich. We LOVED it, for sure after travelling around in Rajasthan for a month. The place has a small, fabulous menu and a great view of the lake. Highly recommend for sunsets.

Pros: Taste of the food, The view , Music being played

Cons: Small menu, sometimes size does matter.

thesunrisedreamers

Points +2169

Vegan
11 Feb 2025

Pretty good!

We only got to try Smoky Jo's once on our trip as they were closed due to illness, they have a pasta & sandwich menu along with pancakes. The view is so good and the staff are really nice!
The pumpkin pasta was pretty good but a lil salty and the sloppy joe sandwich was really mustardy! The choc chip pancakes came covered in chocolate which we loved even if it's sickly. We also had to wait 40 mins for them to make them fresh, but it was okay. Overall we paid a higher price for the food and it wasn't perfect the pasta is worth trying :)

Pros: All vegan!

veganfoodwithshoeson

Points +90

Vegan
08 Dec 2024

True haven in Udaipur!

This place is a solid 10/10! We love restaurants with a quality over quantity menu. We visited once and had pasta (the two prices are for regular pasta and then homemade tagliatelle - which is well worth it!) and then again in the evening to catch the night view too, and had sandwiches - pesto tofu and sloppy Jo! They also brew their own kombucha, play vinyl, and provide a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere. A must visit in Udaipur!

Pros: Quality over quantity menu, Homemade food, Great vibe and views

Patpending

Points +24

Vegan
21 May 2024

Amazing vegan food

Great new cafe in Udaipur - amazing chai and everything I tried has been so tasty. Amazing find - don’t miss it x

Pros: Food, Chai, Vegan

Cons: Nothing

Worldly Wags

Points +55

Vegan
Owner
16 May 2024

A vegan gem in Udaipur!

Smokey Jo's offers hands down the best pasta I've had in India thanks to Chef Akanksha! The views of the lake are splendid, staff is friendly and truly believe in what they are doing. Plus an all-vegan menu is everything for a travelling vegan 💙 Couldn't recommend more 💙

Pros: Incredible food, Great ambience, Welcoming staff




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