The Preserved Seed

The restaurant itself was really cute. The service was not the warmest though. I loved the vegan soup, but when we asked to get the veggie burger as a salad instead of on a bun, it came on a small side plate with a couple of vegetables on top… I asked if we could please have a plate of lettuce to eat with it and they said we would have to order a whole extra salad each. Seriously, how much does a pile of lettuce cost vs. a bun? The veggie burger itself was small and not very tasty, we left hungry. This is the first restaurant ever that has not given us a salad in place of a bun and there were not very many vegetarian, vegan, gluten free options on the menu.

cute old-​country europe vibe, good fresh food and very reasonable prices

Now called «The Yellow Deli». Run by a religious community, it’s such a cool little spot, you need to take the stairs up to get in and its very cozy and friendly. The food was also delicious but not as healthy as I had expected, but all the same delicious! They offer something like 7 different kinds of homemade bread to choose from for your build-​your-​own sandwich (with obviously a selection of their own recommended choices). I had roast beef and cheddar. The soup was perfect. The salad was tasty. Both came with a slice of warm, fresh bread. I highly recommend coming here for a quick, yummy, lunch bite.

Formally the Preserved Seed, now called Yellow Café, (at least for our visit). We’ve always made this our destination eatery for healthy dishes, breads, etc. Though the interior and location is still pleasant, the quality of foods and ingredients in proportion to price and service is comparatively out sized. Once, the Ruben was served on marble rye with substantial amounts of corned beef is now served on lower tier wheat bread appearing to be purchased at Safeway or another large grocery retailer. I give two stars for an establishment that promotes health and nutrition while skimping on quality ingredients.

This place is amazing. So good tasting and good for you. I wasn’t in town to eat here more than twice but I would go here every day if I could. Turkey gobler is totally rad. Iced Chai tea was interesting and fun too with more spice than normal.

My boyfriend had the Turkey Gobbler and a piña colada smoothie. I had the veg. Soup of the day which was split pea and a ginger ale. It was all perfect, delicious and reasonably priced. This is a great place for a casual meal. It is now called The Yellow Deli.

Turkey gobbler is the best sandwich I have EVER had!!! I drove from Vancouver not just for the sandwich but knowing I would definitely be hitting up the preserved seed once in Nelson for this sandwich! Also the tofu salad is delicious! I highly recommend this place and I just heard that they run 24hours! Give them a try!

I want to like this place and may (or may not) give it another chance. It’s open 24 hours a day, Monday morning through Friday at 3PM. Closed on weekends. Run by The Twelve Tribes, a religious community. It was a nice warm spot on a cold day in Nelson, BC. Please note that this restaurant is not accessible to the disabled. I went in for lunch and there were no tables available, so must be a very popular spot. When I was finally seated, I was given water right away. It was at least 10 minutes before someone gave me a menu. It was another 10 minutes before someone took my order. I had to ask someone for the tea I had ordered about 15 minutes earlier. The food was absolutely delicious, but the staff seem very unhappy and stressed out. It was awkward. Also, saw a member of the kitchen staff wipe her nose with her fingers and then go right back to her duties in the kitchen. Since other folks gave this place 5 stars, I had high hopes. The food was definitely 5-​star. The service, on the other hand, was not.
The ambiance was great. Warmth and natural wood accents. Folksy music playing in the background. I may try it again and give them another chance.

Absolutely delicious! I make sure I eat here every time in Nelson! Great service, awesome food and excellent portions! Great healthy food at a great price! If you’re in Nelson, you’d be outta your mind not to eat here!

The Preserved Seed is in a cozy little house tucked into a hillside at the foot of the town of Nelson. It is owned by The Twelve Tribes, a small religious community based about twenty minutes outside of town at Mt Sentinel Farms. Much of the wonderful comfort food they serve is grown on their farm, and the staff are all part of the Mt Sentinel community-​the men wear pony tails and beards, the women dress in long skirts, and the place has a quiet, homey vibe. The community’s vision was to open a small café offering a simple menu in a comfortable living-​room-​style setting, but the place is so good that they recently opened an adjacent house to hold all the people who were lining up for a wholesome, delicious meal. They keep odd hours, so I’d recommend checking their schedule before setting your heart on a visit.
My favourite thing to get here is the BBQ Tofu Salad Wrap, which is made with smoky tofu, sweet creamy barbecue sauce, and crisp veggies wrapped on a soft whole wheat tortilla. The description doesn’t do this addictive sandwich justice. The veggies are incredibly fresh, the sauce is unbearably delicious, and I can’t even begin to describe how ridiculously good the smoky tofu is. I have the opportunity to eat this tasty wrap just one time every year or two, but the flavour is permanently imprinted on my tongue.

healthy, real food served up delicious and hearty. warm cozy atmosphere with a wood stove burning in the corner and nice music playing. apple cider they press themselves from organic apples from their farm, eggs from their farm, and more. I had the coconut curry rice bowl with tofu and the split pea soup served with their freshly baked bread warm and soft with butter. my husband had the coconut curry rice bowl with chicken and ate every last bit. I’m going back tomorrow for their yerba matte vanilla chai tea and an omelette for breakfast.

Wholesome and lovingly made and raised food served by Jesus worshiping remaindered dead-​heads in wood clad mid 70’s northern California comic strip version of David Grismans house… really quite nice.