Vegan Chicken & Waffles in Raleigh, NC

Element's Chik'n & Waffles: a signature cornbread waffle, crispy plant-based chik'n, and seasonal apple-pear compote. The best breakfast in downtown Raleigh.

Looking for the best chicken and waffles in Raleigh — plant-based? Element Gastropub at 421 Fayetteville St serves Chik'n & Waffles ($21.50) that will make you forget everything you thought you knew about vegan breakfast. Our signature cornbread-Belgian hybrid waffle is topped with perfectly crispy chik'n and a seasonal apple-pear compote — a brunch classic reimagined for vegetarians and vegans alike, served Saturday 8am–11am.

Chik'n & Waffles — signature cornbread-Belgian hybrid waffle ($21.50)

Crispy plant-based chik'n + seasonal apple-pear compote

100% plant-based — no compromise on flavor or texture

Open Saturday 8–11AM at 421 Fayetteville St, City Plaza

Signature Cornbread Waffle

Our cornbread-Belgian hybrid waffle is unlike anything else in Raleigh — crispy edges, fluffy interior, with a subtle sweetness that perfectly balances the savory chik'n

Crispy Plant-Based Chik'n

Golden-fried plant-based chik'n with the crunch and flavor you crave — proof that vegan breakfast can satisfy any appetite

Seasonal Apple-Pear Compote

A bright, sweet-tart compote made with seasonal apples and pears that ties the whole dish together and keeps it rotating with the seasons

Does Element Gastropub serve vegan chicken and waffles?

Yes! Our Chik'n & Waffles ($21.50) feature a signature cornbread-Belgian waffle, crispy plant-based chik'n, and seasonal apple-pear compote — 100% vegan and served Saturday 8–11AM.

What makes Element's waffles unique?

Our cornbread-Belgian hybrid waffle is a house specialty — it has the crispy edges of a Belgian waffle with the subtle sweetness and texture of cornbread. Completely plant-based and unlike anything else in Raleigh.

Is the chicken on the waffles actually vegan?

Yes — the chik'n is 100% plant-based. It's golden-fried to perfection with the crunch and flavor of traditional fried chicken, but made entirely from plant-based ingredients.

Can I get Chik'n & Waffles on Sunday?

Chik'n & Waffles is available during breakfast (Saturday 8–11AM) and also on our Sunday brunch menu (11am–3pm) as Elemental Chik'n n Waffles with bourbon maple syrup.

What should I check before visiting?

Choose your day before planning a morning visit. Saturday breakfast runs from 8am to 11am; Sunday brunch runs from 11am to 3pm. These are separate service windows, not the restaurant’s full opening hours. Check the current menu for the dishes served during your visit, and use the reservation link if you want to plan a table. Element is at 421 Fayetteville Street, Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27601, on City Plaza. Metered street parking is available on Fayetteville Street and nearby blocks, with city parking decks a short walk away. Use the contact page for full operating hours and directions. For Friday and Saturday takeout, order by 9:15pm and collect your food by 10pm; dining hours are unchanged. Reserve through the existing booking link, or use the online ordering link for pickup. For a larger private gathering, contact the events team rather than assuming that a regular table reservation covers a group booking.