Ion It's Only Natural Ion - Middletown

I loved working here until I didn’t. The manager rehired old staff that was creepy to me when I was a minor. The manager pushed out original staff and ion has lost its charm. I support vegan soul food but not if the owner doesn’t have the soul it so needs.

The cauliflower bites were not the same. I don’t know what they did to him, but they were not good at all. They used to be good, but I don’t know what happened they were awful.

Great food? Yes, but could you get food like this anywhere else? Not really. With other vegan restaurants, either closing down, or relocating, this vegan joint is really satisfying. I take time and multiple visits before committing to a rating, especially when it comes to food, so I could try different things.Multiple visits, I stay greeted with the same positive attitude and feel welcomed right away. The food always comes to you in a fresh and timely manner.The atmosphere is always great and managed respectfully, but let's get down to the food.The portions? You definitely get your money's worth and always go on a ride of different well thought out flavors.The taste? Always good. Especially when you have a few drinks to accompany the food, but even if you're not a drinker, these plates shine.Definitely a recommended place to visitClean? From what you can see in the main searing area, it looks great, BUT as a pest control technician, due to the area, I know what goes on behind and under these buildings. Everything's looks to be well maintained in this establishment

I definitely have a soft spot for vegan places, and this one initially captured my attention with its imaginative and visibly eco-friendly ambiance. It truly is a charming place to enjoy a meal. Yet, I soon discovered that my initial enthusiasm would not last. The staff were candid about the unavailability of some dishes, and while the remaining menu items appeared promising at first, the reality was less than stellar. The dishes we got lacked the dynamic flair and creativity I had hoped for, especially considering the accolades this restaurant has received. Instead, the menu relied too much on mundane options like deep-fried tofu and beans that seemed canned, not meeting the expectations of a health-conscious, contemporary, vegan, and tasty meal.The meal was actually a letdown; the cornbread was unpleasantly soggy. The southern tofu had its flavor overpowered by an excess of deep-frying, accompanied by a sauce that also lacked creativity, both failing to highlight the tofu's natural taste. The main dish merely seemed like a reiteration of the appetizer, not managing to stir or delight the taste buds in any way. In conclusion, even with its pleasant atmosphere, the dining experience was lackluster, falling short of the innovative and fulfilling vegan culinary journey I had anticipated.

One of the best meals of my life!Vegetarian options: 100% vegan