where to dineVEGAN

in Los Angeles and surrounding areas

2015

Farm Sanctuary staff favorites

(V) Fully Vegan Establishment

South Bay

Fresh Brothers: 2008 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach; 310-546-4444 and 407 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach; 310-374-5678. This pizzeria chain offers options like vegan cheese and olive oil instead of butter on the crust. ($-$$)

Gina Lee’s Bistro: 211 Palos Verdes Blvd., Redondo Beach; 310-375-4462. Gina Lee’s Bistro features Asian-inspired cuisine with a convenient, separate vegetarian menu. Many of the dishes are vegan. ($$-$$$)

The Green Temple: 1700 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach; 310-944-4525. An entirely vegetarian restaurant, The Green Temple serves burgers, sandwiches, and Sunday brunch made with organic and locally grown ingredients. Note that the soy cheese is not vegan. ($$)

Habanero’s Pepper: 3879 Pacific Coast Hwy., Torrance 90505; 310-375-0241. This cozy, family Mexican restaurant has a separate menu that is entirely vegan! All of their desserts are made without animal products including cupcakes made in a variety of flavors. Try the potato taquitos with a vegan horchata. ($-$$)

(V)  Happy Veggie: 709 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach; 310-379-5035. This completely vegan, Asian-inspired restaurant offers many options, including pad thai, pho, and lemongrass “chicken.” Try their delicious desserts! ($-$$)

(V) Nekter Juice Bar: 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach; 800-385-1650. Nekter serves delicious smoothies, fresh juices and acai bowls made from various fruits, veggies, spices and nut milks. Orders can be custom created and they also have pre-bottled juices and vegan snacks to grab on the go. ($)

The Pita Pit: 1112 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach; 310-374-3663. Fast and casual, this nationwide franchise provides several veggie pita options that can be made vegan. ($)

Rice: 820 Manhattan Ave. Suite 105, Manhattan Beach; 310-798-7722. Using largely organic ingredients, this sake bar and sushi eatery offers extensive vegan roll and ramen options. ($-$$)

Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza: 780 S. Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo; 310-335-9999. Try a delicious wood-fired pizza with vegan cheese at this pizzeria and grill. ($$)

Stacked: 3525 W. Carson St. Suite 172, Torrance; 310-542-5068. Make your own salad, burger, or pizza with all of your favorite ingredients at this full-service restaurant. ($-$$)

The Source: 509 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach; 310-318-1600. The Source is a coffee and light food café with a vibrant menu featuring fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps,

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and vegan baked goods using local and organic ingredients whenever possible. Try their roasted beet and blueberry muffin. The Source also serves elixirs, drinks, juices, and smoothies aimed at promoting and restoring well-being. ($)

The Spot: 110 2nd St., Hermosa Beach; 310-376-2355. LA’s well-known health food restaurant offers a variety of vegan breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. ($-$$) Turquoise: 1735 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach; 310-373-3234. Specializing in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes, Turquoise boasts a large menu that uses largely organic and local ingredients. Try their homemade tofu kabob or tapas. ($$)

(V) Veggie Grill: 720 Allied Way, El Segundo; (310) 535-0025 and 2533 Pacific Coast Hwy., Torrance; (310) 325-6689. This vegan, casual dining chain features many plant-based “meat” options. This is a great place for kids and the pickiest of eaters. Veggie Grill is constantly adding new and exciting options to their menu including seasonal delights and soup of the day. There are several locations throughout the LA area. ($-$$)

zPizza: 829 N. Douglas St., El Segundo; 310-648-7919. This pizza chain’s menu features the Berkeley Vegan pizza, as well as other pizzas that can be made vegan by substituting Daiya vegan cheese. Note that there are multiple locations. ($-$$)

South Los Angeles

(V) Azla Vegan: 3655 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles; 213-745-7455. This restaurant offers inventive interpretations of traditional Ethiopian fare, drawing upon the best of California vegan cuisine with an emphasis on local, organic produce. ($-$$) (V) Mr. Wisdom Specialty Health Food: 3526 W. Slauson Ave., Los Angeles; 323-295-1517. Hare Krishna Restaurant, part of the Mr. Wisdom Specialty Health Food store, serves only organic vegan options. ($)

(V)  Stuff I Eat: 114 N. Market St., Inglewood; 310-671-0115. Stuff I Eat offers vegan comfort foods, including quesadillas, a jerk tofu sandwich, nacho salad, and desserts using organic ingredients. ($$)

Long Beach

(V) Ahimsa Vegan Café: 340 E. 4th St., Long Beach; 562-435-7113. Appealing to vegan and non-vegans alike, this vegetarian café offers a variety of vegan sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, and desserts. ($)

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(V) Anandamide Psychedelicatessen: 2040 E. 4th St, Long Beach; 562-438-1427. Offers a nice selection of chocolates, desserts, and drinks. All items are raw, vegan, and organic. ($-$$)

Café Ambrosia: 1923 E. Broadway; Long Beach; 562-432-1098; This Mediterranean café offers a great vegan menu that includes baba ghannouj, mousaka, Greek lasagna, desserts, and more. ($$)

Steamed Organic Vegetarian Cuisine: 801 E. 3rd St., Long Beach; 562-437-1122. This community-oriented, completely organic restaurant uses the steam cooking technique to provide vibrant and fresh vegetarian cuisine. All items can be made vegan. ($)

(V)  Veggie Grill: 6451 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach; 562-430-4986. Veggie Grill is an all-vegan, casual dining chain that features a wide variety of plant-based and gluten-free “meat” options. There are additional locations in Hollywood, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, El Segundo, Torrance, and Irvine. ($)

Viento y Agua Coffeehouse: 4007 E. 4th St., Long Beach; 562-434-1182. If you’re looking for something quick, this coffeehouse offers great vegetarian sandwiches that can be made vegan. ($)

Wok N Roll: 4756 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach; 562-597-8783. Using fresh veggies and soy meat, Wok N Roll offers vegetarian and vegan versions of Chinese favorites. ($)

zPizza: 4612 E. 2nd St., Long Beach; 562-987-4500 and 5718 E. 7th St., Long Beach; 562-498-0778. This pizza chain’s menu features the Berkeley Vegan pizza, as well as other pizzas that can be made vegan by substituting Daiya vegan cheese. Note that there are multiple locations. ($-$$)

Santa Monica/West LA

Annapurna Cuisine: 10200 Venice Blvd., Culver City; 310-204-5500. Specializing in dosas, this Indian restaurant boasts an entirely vegetarian menu. ($)

Bawarchi Indian Kitchen: 10408 Venice Blvd., Culver City; 323-557-4413. Using the Dum Pukht style of cooking, Bawarchi Indian Kitchen offers a wide variety of fresh and healthy vegan and vegetarian dishes daily. ($)

The Bigg Chill: 10850 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles; 310-475-1070. If you’re looking for a cool treat, this frozen yogurt shop features one vegan flavor daily. ($)

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Chandni Vegetarian Restaurant: 1909 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-828-7060. This all-vegetarian restaurant offers signature dishes from the Punjab region of India. Vegan meals are available upon request. ($)

(V) Euphoria Loves RAWvolution: 2301 Main St., Santa Monica; 310-392-9501. Providing an eclectic variety of food and drinks, this raw, all-vegan restaurant also offers a weekly doorstep delivery system of organic, prepared raw foods. ($-$$)

Feed Body & Soul: 1239 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice; 310-450-5550. Feed Body & Soul is a vegan-friendly restaurant featuring many organic and fresh foods, often from local farmers markets. ($-$$$)

Fresh Brothers: 1447 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-656-6888. This pizzeria chain offers options like vegan cheese and olive oil instead of butter on the crust. ($-$$)

Green Peas Casual Food: 4437 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City; 310-397-9815. Offering healthy food in a casual setting, Green Peas Casual Food has a wide range of vegan dishes such as breakfast, pizza, sandwiches, and quesadillas. ($)

Go Veggie: 5462 S. Centinela Ave., Los Angeles; 310-577-0167. Go Veggie is a vegetarian café serving sandwiches, soups, fresh-squeezed juices, and more. ($)

(V) Golden Mean Café: 1028 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-393-6500. This vegan café serves a variety of dishes made with local organic ingredients. ($$)

Govinda’s: 3764 Watseka Ave., Los Angeles; 310-836-1269. Govinda’s Indian vegetarian and vegan buffet offers fresh ingredients and a rotating menu. ($)

Interim Café: 530 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-319-9100. Using largely organic ingredients, Interim Café provides many vegan options, including sandwiches, burgers, tofu scrambles, and desserts. ($)

Jamaica’s Cakes: 11511 W. Pico Blvd., West Los Angeles; 310-478-1971. This bakery offers a variety of vegan baked goods daily. And since everything is made from scratch, they also allow for a majority of the menu to be special ordered vegan. ($-$$)

Kreation Juicery: 1023 Montana, Santa Monica; 310-458-4880. With both a juice bar and truck, Kreation Juicery uses 100 percent organically grown fruits and vegetables from local farmers for their tasty concoctions. There are additional locations in Beverly Hills and Marina Del Ray. ($)

(V) LA Vegan: 4507 S. Centinela Ave., Los Angeles; 310-574-9888. Using fresh ingredients, this all-vegan eatery serves healthy Asian and American food. ($)

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LYFE Kitchen: 9540 Washington Blvd., Culver City; 310-507-7955. While promoting social responsibility and the well-being of customers, LYFE Kitchen provides healthy options with a convenient separate vegan menu. ($-$$)

M.A.K.E. Raw Cuisine: 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica; 310-394-7046. Located inside Santa Monica Place, M.A.K.E. is an all-vegetarian gourmet and raw food restaurant featuring dishes created by raw chef and author Matthew Kenney. Has seasonal menus and most dishes are vegan. ($$-$$$)

(V)  Native Foods Café: 2901 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-314-4333 and 9343 Culver Blvd., Culver City; 310-559-3601 and 1114 Gayley Ave., Los Angeles; 310-209-1055. This fast and casual vegan chain serves organic dishes, including sandwiches, soups, wraps, and a kid’s menu. There are several other locations. ($$)

(V)  Real Food Daily: 516 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-451-7544 and 414 N. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles; 310-289-9910. Real Food Daily is an all-vegan chain offering a variety of entrees, desserts, and weekend brunch. There is an additional location in Pasadena. ($$)

Renovo: 2200 Colorado Ave. Suite G1, Santa Monica; 310-828-7267. Offering healthy smoothies and juices, Renovo is a nutritious and quick option. Try the Rain Forest or Beach Body meal replacement drinks. ($)

Rising Hearts Bakery: 10836 ½ Washington Blvd., Culver City; 310-815-1800. If you’re looking for a healthy and quick snack, Rising Hearts Bakery is a gluten-free and kosher bakery serving vegan bread, cookies, muffins, and more. ($)

Rosti Tuscan Kitchen: 931 Montana Ave., Santa Monica; 310-393-3236. Rosti Tuscan Kitchen is an Italian restaurant with a vegan menu offering soups, salads, pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. There are other locations in Calabasas and Encino. ($-$$)

Samosa House: 11510 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City; 310-398-6766. This Indian restaurant and kitchen specializes in vegetarian and vegan foods. ($)

Scoops Westside: 3400 Overland Ave., Los Angeles; 323-405-7055. For a delicious treat, Scoops Westside is an ice cream shop that provides vegan options. ($)

(V) Shojin: 12406 West Washington Boulevard, Culver City; 310-390-0033. This completely vegan Japanese restaurant offers meals made with organic and natural ingredients. ($$)

Shop House: 1059 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles; 424-442-1171 and 1401 3rd St Promenade, Santa Monica; 310-382-2028. ShopHouse is a tribute to the inspiring food culture of Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Everything is gluten-, wheat-, and dairy-free, and many items are vegan. ($)

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Sweet E’s: 8215 W 3rd St. Los Angeles; 323-422-8885. Sweet E’s is a “mini bake shop” offering vegan cake pops, cupcakes, and brownies. ($)

Soybean Chinese Restaurant: 11966 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles; 310-477-6526. With their separate vegetarian menu, Soybean Chinese Restaurant is a great option. ($)

Swingers Diner: 802 Broadway, Santa Monica; 310-393-9793. This fun diner offers many vegan options, including breakfast, sandwiches, and dinner entrees. There is a second location in Hollywood. ($-$$)

Urth Caffé: 2327 Main Street, Santa Monica; 310-314-7040. The Urth Caffé sells all organic specialty coffees, coffee drinks, teas, coffee-making equipment, high-quality health conscious meals, and exquisite desserts. Offers several vegan options. ($-$$)

(V) The Vegan Joint: 10438 National Blvd., Los Angeles; 310-559-1357. Serving tofu and veggie omelets, burritos, burgers, noodles, and more, The Vegan Joint has something for everyone. ($)

True Food Kitchen: 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica; 310-593-8300. Focusing on farm-fresh, organic, and seasonal fare, True Food Kitchen provides a great array of gluten-free and veg-friendly meal choices. ($$)

 Veggie Grill: 2025 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-829-1155 and 10916 Lindbrook Dr., West Los Angeles; 310-209-6070. This vegan, casual dining chain features many plant-based and gluten-free “meat” options. There are additional locations in Hollywood, Long Beach, Los Angeles, El Segundo, Torrance, and Irvine. ($)

Beverly Hills/Hollywood/West Hollywood

The Addiction Bistro: 408 N. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-203-1793. The Addiction Bistro offers a generous vegan menu and specializes in hot dogs, burgers, and chili. ($-$$)

Astro Burger: 5601 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-469-1924. Quick and casual, Astro Burger provides great vegan burger and hot dog options, including vegan cheese and vegan mayonnaise available upon request. ($)

(V) Babycakes NYC: 236 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles; 855-462-2292. For a sweet treat, Babycakes NYC is a vegan bakery featuring cupcakes, cakes, cookies, and more. ($)

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(V) Beverly Hills Juice: 8382 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-655-8300. Beverly Hills Juice provides many vegan juice options, including coconut and ginger creations. They can also be found at the Santa Monica Farmers Market. ($)

Blu Jam Café: 7371 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-951-9191. This great café has a variety of vegetarian and vegan breakfast, brunch, and lunch options offered all day. We recommend the Spicy Tex Mex Tofu Hash. ($-$$)

Bulan Thai Vegetarian Kitchen: 7168 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-857-1882. This all-vegetarian Thai restaurant features many vegan options that are clearly marked on the menu. They have a second location in Silver Lake. ($$)

(V)  Café Gratitude: 639 Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-580-6383. Café Gratitude specializes in both raw and cooked gourmet cuisine using completely organic and vegan ingredients. There is a second location in Venice. ($$)

Craig’s: 8826 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood; 310-276-1900. Craig’s is an upscale sports bar offering a nice atmosphere and a vegan entrée section of the menu. They are open nightly for dinner and offer lunch take-out. Try their Vegan Sausage Pizza. ($$-$$$)

(V) Crossroads: 8284 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-782-9245. If you’re interested in fine dining with a Mediterranean flair, Celebrity vegan chef Tal Ronnen serves up an exquisite variety of dishes at Crossroads. ($$$)

 Doomie’s: 1253 N. Vine St. Suite 9, Hollywood; 323-469-4897. In the mood for comfort foods? Doomie’s offers great vegan homestyle cooking. ($-$$)

Earthbar: 8365 Santa Monica Blvd. Suite B, West Hollywood; 323-301-4980. For something light and quick, try this vegetarian, all-organic juice bar and café offering power smoothies and cleanse packages. ($)

Elderberries: 7564 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-851-0700. Elderberries is a small café offering vegan, organic, and gluten-free fare, all with an aim at nourishing and healing. They serve vegan salads, sandwiches and wraps with Daiya cheese, raw soups, and smoothies. ($)

Evo Kitchen: 7950 W. Sunset Blvd. Suite 104, Los Angeles; 323-375-3390. This family-owned restaurant offers something for everyone, including many vegan sandwiches, pizzas, wraps, and breakfast items. ($-$$)

Fratelli Café: 7200 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-938-2233. Fratelli’s café is great if you’re looking for something quick and casual. This coffee shop features a large menu and most items can be made vegan. ($-$$)

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Fresh Brothers: 250 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills; 310-860-9400. This pizzeria chain offers options like vegan cheese and olive oil instead of butter on the crust. ($-$$)

 Hugo’s: 8401 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood; 323-654-3993. Hugo’s provides many vegan options and several items that can be made vegan upon request. There are additional locations in Studio City and Agoura Hills. ($$)

Larchmont Bungalow: 107 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-461-1528. This artisan café’s vegan options include breakfast items, enchiladas, a maple tempeh bacon club, and “chicken” tostadas. ($$)

Life Food Organic: 1507 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood; 323-466-0927. For something quick and healthy, Life Food Organic is an all-vegetarian raw café with vegan options, including sandwiches, smoothies, and desserts. ($-$$)

Locali: 5825 Franklin Ave., Los Angeles; 323-466-1360. Locali is an organic gourmet deli that offers vegan and vegetarian options. Ask for their famous Vegetarian Reuben with vegan fixings. ($)

Lucifers Pizza: 7123 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-906 8603. Many pizzas at Lucifers can be made vegan by substituting vegan cheese. There is a second location in Silver Lake. ($-$$)

M Café: 7119 Melrose Ave., Hollywood; 323-525-0588 and 9433 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills; 310-858-8459. This mostly-vegan, macrobiotic café offers healthy sandwiches, wraps, rice bowls, pastries, cupcakes, salads, coffee, and more. ($-$$)

Mao’s Kitchen: 7313 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles; 323-932-9681. Mao’s Kitchen is a Chinese restaurant specializing in vegetarian options, which can also be made vegan. ($-$$)

Meals by Genet: 1053 S. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles; 323-938-9304. Located at the heart of L.A.’s “Little Ethiopia”, this restaurant strives to bring customers the best of the vibrant, traditional cuisine of Ethiopia in a casual bistro setting. Their vegetarian combo is vegan and other items can be made vegan. ($$-$$$)

Milky’s Frozen Yogurt: 1429 S. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles; 424-354-3197. For a quick treat, Milky’s Frozen Yogurt offers a handful of vegan soft serve options with a vegan toppings bar. ($)

Muse on 8th: 759 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles; 323-933-6873. Muse on 8th is a vegetarian café offering art shows, nightly events, and organic coffees and teas. They offer a large, vegan-friendly menu. ($)

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Newsroom Café: 120 N. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles; 310-652-4444. Newsroom Café offers something for everyone with vegan options that include soups, burgers, pasta, and desserts. ($$)

Nite Moon Café: 1357 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles; 323-988-4052. Located inside the Golden Bridge Yoga Shop, this all-vegetarian café features sandwiches, soups, smoothies, and vegan baked goods. ($-$$)

Paru’s: 5140 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-661-7600. Paru’s is a vegetarian Indian restaurant that offers mostly vegan fare, but some drinks and desserts may contain dairy. ($-$$)

(V) Rahel Ethiopian: 1047 S. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles; 323-937-8401. This completely vegan Ethiopian restaurant offers a large lunch buffet. Try their Vegan Fest Combination. ($-$$)

Real Raw Live: 5913 Franklin Ave., Hollywood; 323-461-4545. For something quick and refreshing, Real Raw Live is a vegetarian and vegan-friendly raw juice bar from Euphoria Loves Rawvolution. ($)

Scoops: 712 N. Heliotrope Drive, Los Angeles; 323-906-2649. Scoops is an ice cream shop that offers vegan options. ($)

Shop House: 6333 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles; 323-462-2856. ShopHouse is a tribute to the inspiring food culture of Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Everything is gluten-, wheat-, and dairy-free, and many items are vegan. ($)

Swingers Diner: 8020 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-653-5858. This fun diner offers many vegan options, including breakfast, sandwiches, and dinner entrees. They have a second location in Santa Monica. ($)

Urth Caffé: 8565 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles; 310-659-0628 and 267 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills; 310-205-9311. The Urth Caffé sells all organic specialty coffees, coffee drinks, teas, coffee-making equipment, high-quality health conscious meals, and exquisite desserts. Offers several vegan options. ($-$$)

(V) Vegan Glory: 8393 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-653-4900. Vegan Glory offers something for everyone with their vegan Thai and American cuisine. ($)

(V) The Vegan House: 1717 N. Wilcox Ave., Los Angeles; 323-962-6195. This vegan restaurant provides an eclectic menu with both Thai and American food. ($-$$)

(V)  Veggie Grill: 6374 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood; 323-962-3354 and 8000 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-822-7575. This vegan, casual dining chain features many plant-based and gluten-free “meat” options. There are additional locations

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in Los Angeles, Santa Monica, El Segundo, Torrance, Irvine, and Long Beach. ($) (V) Vromage: 7988 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles; 323-745-0157; Vromage offers superior-quality artisan cheeses made from nuts and aged to perfection. They are arguably the best substitutes for dairy cheeses available! ($$) zPizza: 8869 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood; 310-360-1414 and 123 N. Larchmont, Los Angeles; 323-466-6969. This pizza chain’s menu features the Berkeley Vegan pizza, as well as other pizzas that can be made vegan by substituting Daiya vegan cheese. Note that there are multiple locations. ($-$$)

Downtown Los Angeles

Border Grill: 445 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles; 213-486-5171. Border Grill provides upscale, modern Mexican cuisine with many vegetarian options and a special Meatless Monday three-course dinner. ($-$$)

Breakaway Bakery: 5264 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles; 310-968-9380. For a quick treat, this bakery offers vegan cupcakes, cookies, donuts, bread, and bagels. ($)

Green Hut Café: 808 W. 7th St., Los Angeles; 213-627-8166. Quick and easy, Green Hut Café is a counter-service café offering a few vegan sandwiches and burritos. ($)

Lemonade: 505 S. Flower St., Los Angeles; 213-488-0299. Serving seasonal recipes with fresh ingredients, Lemonade is a vegetarian and vegan-friendly café. There are many additional locations in Los Angeles. ($-$$)

(V)  Localita & The Badasserie: 817 S. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles; 213-623-3223. This small, vegan café serves comfort foods and pre-made sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. ($)

Mama’s Hot Tamales Café: 2124 W. 7th St., Los Angeles; 213-487-7474. For Mexican fare, this eatery offers vegetarian and vegan-friendly tamales. ($)

Mendocino Farms: 300 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles; 213-620-1114. Quick and healthy, this sandwich market provides a separate menu section for vegan options. There are many additional locations in Los Angeles. ($)

Pitfire Pizza: 108 W. 2nd St., Los Angeles; 213-808-1200. Pitfire Pizza offers vegan cheese pizzas and vegetarian plates that can be made vegan. ($-$$)

Pizzanista!: 2019 E. 7th St., Los Angeles; 213-627-1430. Grab a quick slice of vegan pizza or go for the whole pie at this pizzeria.

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Purgatory Pizza: 1326 E. 1st St., Los Angeles; 323-262-5310. Purgatory Pizza is a great option for both vegans and vegetarians. They offer several vegan pizzas and sandwiches with vegan cheese and “sausage.” ($-$$$)

(V)  Shojin: 333 S. Alameda Suite 310, Los Angeles; 213-617-0305. This completely vegetarian Japanese restaurant offers many vegan options, all with organic and natural ingredients. ($$)

Sky’s Gourmet Tacos: 5408 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-932-6253. Sky’s Gourmet Tacos boasts an extensive separate vegan menu. ($) (V) The Springs: 608 Mateo Street, Los Angeles; 213-223-6226. Located right next to Farm Sanctuary’s LA office, The Springs includes an organic juice bar, yoga studio, wellness center, and raw vegan restaurant & wine bar. ($$-$$$)

Tierra Café: 818 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-629-1402. Fast and casual, this all-vegetarian café provides many vegan options. ($)

Urth Caffé: 451 South Hewitt Street, Los Angeles; 213-797-4534. The Urth Caffé sells all organic specialty coffees, coffee drinks, teas, coffee-making equipment, high-quality health conscious meals, and exquisite desserts. Offers several vegan options. ($-$$)

Silver Lake/East LA

Blossom: 426 S. Main St., Los Angeles; 323-623-1973. This trendy Vietnamese restaurant will provide vegetarian versions of all their main dishes and many can be made vegan. ($-$$)

Bulan Thai Vegetarian Kitchen: 4114 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-913-1488. Bulan Thai Vegetarian Kitchen offers Thai cuisine with vegan options that are clearly marked on the menu. There is a second location in Hollywood. ($$)

Cinnamon Vegetarian Restaurant: 5511 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles; 323-982-9480. This Mexican restaurant offers several vegan options. Try the “chicken” mole or vegan tamales. ($-$$)

(V) Cruzer Pizza: 4449 Prospect Ave., Los Angeles; 323-666-0600. Cruzer Pizza is a 100 percent vegan pizzeria offering pizza, pasta, and sandwiches. There are many gluten-free options, as well. ($$)

Elf Café: 2135 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-484-6829. Using largely local and organic ingredients, Elf Café is completely vegetarian and offers a menu with marked vegan options that include vegan fondue, a shwarma sandwich, and shish kabob. ($$-$$$)

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Fatty’s & Co.: 1627 Colorado Blvd., Eagle Rock; 323-254-8804. For a great atmosphere and delicious vegetarian and vegan food, Fatty’s & Co. has something for everyone. ($-$$$)

(V) Flore Vegan Cuisine: 3818 W. Sunset Blvd., Silverlake; 323-953-0611. Fast and casual, this entirely vegan restaurant offers both a deli counter and sit-down service featuring sandwiches, burgers, pizza, burritos, and more. ($$)

Four Café: 2122 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-550-1988. Four Café offers many vegetarian and vegan sandwiches, including their crowd-pleasing veggie burger, using local and organic ingredients. ($-$$)

Good Girl Dinette: 110 N. Ave. 56, Los Angeles; 323-257-8980. With an eclectic menu, Good Girl Dinette features both American and Vietnamese comfort food, which includes vegetarian options. ($-$$)

(V) Green Leaves: 1769 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles; 323-664-2345. This vegan Thai restaurant boasts an eclectic menu. Try their Tropical Pancakes or Protein Salad. ($)

KindKreme: 1700 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-989-1718. For something sweet, KindKreme provides raw, nut-based ice cream with many vegan flavors. The shop is located inside Sage Organic Vegan Bistro. There is a second location in Pasadena. ($) Local: 2943 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-662-4740. Using organic and locally-sourced ingredients, Local offers many delicious vegetarian and vegan options. ($$-$$$)

Lucifers Pizza: 1958 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles; 323-906-8603. Many pizzas at Lucifers can be made vegan by substituting vegan cheese. There is a second location in West Hollywood. ($-$$)

Masa of Echo Park: 1800 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-989-1558. This restaurant is very vegetarian and vegan-friendly, offering vegan versions of Chicago-style pizza, pastas, and other comfort foods. ($$)

Millie’s Café: 3524 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-664-0404. Millie’s Café serves homemade diner food and offers many vegan options. ($-$$)

 Mohawk Bend: 2141 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-483-2337. Mohawk Bend is a gastro-pub that features something for everyone. Try the Buffalo-style Cauliflower. ($-$$)

The Park: 1400 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-482-9209. For dining in a casual setting, this neighborhood bistro is a great option for vegetarians and vegans. ($-$$)

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The Golden Road Pub: 5410 W. San Fernando Road, Los Angeles; 213-373-4677. Located next to Golden Road Brewing and the sister brewery to Tony’s Darts Away and Mohawk Bend, this pub features vegan appetizers, sandwiches, and burgers. ($)

Purgatory Pizza: 1326 E. 1st St., Los Angeles; 323-262-5310. Purgatory Pizza is vegan and vegetarian-friendly, offering several vegan pizzas and sandwiches with vegan cheese and “sausage.”($-$$$)

 Sage Organic Vegan Bistro: 1700 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-989-1718. Sage Organic Vegan Bistro boasts a large menu with something for everyone. All the food is vegan aside from a few flavors of the Kindkreme ice cream, which contain honey. ($$)

The Trails: 2333 Fern Dell Drive, Los Angeles; 323-871-2102. Located off of the hiking trails at Griffith Park, this beautiful coffee shop and café provides vegan options, including vegan pies and muffins. ($)

Tribal Café: 1651 W. Temple St., Los Angeles; 213-483-4458. If you’re looking for something light and healthy, this eatery and juice bar offers separate menu sections for vegetarian and vegan fare, including their Tribal Burger and bowls. ($)

Two Boots: 1818 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 213-413-2668. This national pizzeria chain offers a “V is for Vegan” pizza. There is an additional location in downtown Los Angeles. ($-$$)

(V) Vegan House on Sunset: 2703 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles; 213-483-2105. This vegan restaurant features both Thai and American cuisine. ($)

(V) The Vegan Joint: 4728 Fountain Ave. Unit D, Los Angeles; 323-667-9560. Quaint and comfortable, this vegan, Asian-inspired café serves tofu and veggie omelets, burritos, burgers, noodles, and more. ($)

San Fernando Valley

Gangadin Indian Cuisine: 12067 Ventura Place, Studio City; 818-509-0722. If you’re looking for Indian fare, Gangadin Indian Cuisine provides a separate vegetarian menu that also offers many vegan options. Try their vegetable samosas. ($-$$) The Gardarene Swine: 11266 Ventura Blvd, Studio City; 818-508-5500. This restaurant places a heavy emphasis on the vegetable, and offers several vegan options. ($-$$)

 Hugo’s: 12851 Riverside Drive, Studio City; 818-761-8985. Hugo’s features many vegan options and a number of items that can be made vegan upon

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request, each labeled clearly on the menu. There are additional locations in West Hollywood and Agoura Hills. ($$)

 Hugo’s Tacos: 4749 Coldwater Canyon, Studio City; 818-762-7771 and 3300 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles; 323-664-9400. This is Hugo’s sister restaurant, which serves many vegan Mexican dishes. ($)

Le Pain Quotidien: 13045 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818-986-1929. With locations internationally, this restaurant serves many vegan options, including tofu scramble, quiche, and open-faced sandwiches. ($-$$)

Pizza Rev: 12103 Ventura Blvd., Studio City; 818-505-1748. This artisan pizzeria provides vegan cheese and gluten-free crust options. Try crafting your own custom vegan pizza. ($)

(V)  Sun Café: 3711 Cahuenga Blvd., Studio City; 818-308-7420. Sun Café is completely vegan and mostly raw, serving salads, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, smoothies, and more. ($$)

Tomo Sushi: 144 N. San Fernando Blvd., Burbank; 818-729-0808. This sushi restaurant is vegetarian and vegan-friendly. ($$)

Tony’s Darts Away: 1710 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank; 818-253-1710. Environmentally friendly, Tony’s Darts Away is a beer bar offering vegan sausages, chili, and more. ($)

(V) Vegan Plate: 11943 Ventura Blvd., Studio City; 818-506-9015. Vegan Plate is a completely vegan, Thai restaurant serving soups, salads, wraps, burgers, and more. ($)

(V) Vegan World: 11044 Ventura Blvd., Studio City; 818-985-9544. With something for everyone, this restaurant offers both American and Asian dishes. ($)

North Los Angeles

Artizan Pizza Kitchen: 11672 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood; 818-508-8680. This pizzeria offers pizzas with vegan cheese and many other veg-friendly options including wraps and pastas. Try the Broccoli Sun-dried Tomato Pizza. ($-$$)

 Follow Your Heart: 21825 Sherman Way, Canoga Park; 818-348-3240. This completely vegetarian market and café offers many vegan options and dishes that can be made vegan. ($-$$)

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Garden Wok: 6117 Reseda Blvd., Tarzana; 818-881-8886. Garden Wok is an entirely vegetarian Chinese restaurant serving many mock meat dishes. Most items are vegan. ($)

Inn of the Seventh Ray: 128 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga; 310-455-1311. This restaurant emphasizes organic and farm-fresh cuisine, while also providing a beautiful and serene setting. ($$-$$$)

Juicy Ladies: 22423 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills; 818-968-9642. For something light and healthy, this all-vegetarian café offers organic juices, smoothies, and raw foods. ($-$$)

Lenzini’s Pizza: 5044 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood; 818-506-0200. This pizzeria offers vegan cheese and a vegetarian pizza options. There are multiple Los Angeles locations. ($-$$)

Leonor’s Vegetarian Mexican: 11403 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood; 818-980-9011. For Mexican cuisine, this vegan-friendly restaurant serves “unique vegetarian creations.” Try their soy cheese tamales. ($-$$)

(V) Lotus Vegan: 4715 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood; 818-760-8088. This strictly vegan, Thai eatery indicates that there is no casein or white sugar in its meals. ($) LYFE Kitchen: 18700 Venture Blvd, Tarzana; 818-776-0525. While promoting social responsibility and the well-being of customers, LYFE Kitchen provides healthy options with a convenient separate vegan menu. ($-$$)

(V) No Udder Desserts: 20839 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills; 818-340-4194. No Udder Desserts serves completely vegan cupcakes, cookies, cake, cheezecake, and more. ($)

Pho 21: 21525 Sherman Way, Canoga Park; 818-854-6622. This Vietnamese restaurant boasts more than 20 vegetarian items, many of which are vegan. ($-$$)

The Original Pizza Cookery: 6209 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills; 818-887-4770. Pizza Cookery serves vegan salads, sandwiches, pizza, calzones, and pasta, all in a friendly setting. ($$-$$$)

Pizza Nosh: 30313 Canwood St. Unit 31, Agoura Hills; 818-991-3000. This completely vegetarian pizzeria offers a Vegan Combo pizza with no cheese. ($-$$)

Rawsheed’s Raw Vegan Fusion: 17823 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills; 818-383-6291. Using completely vegan and raw food, this restaurant serves a wide variety of veg-friendly fare, including salads, pastas, soups, sushi rolls, and more. ($-$$)

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Rosti Tuscan Kitchen: 23663 Calabasas Road, Calabasas; 818-591-2211. For Italian cuisine, this restaurant provides a vegan menu with soups, salads, pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. There are other locations in Santa Monica and Encino. ($-$$)

(V) The Vegan Joint: 20855 Ventura Blvd. Unit 3, Woodland Hills; 818-884-6368. Quaint and comfortable, this vegan, Asian-inspired café serves tofu and veggie omelets, burritos, burgers, noodles, and more. ($)

(V) Vegetable Delight: 17823 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills; 818-360-3997. Using mostly organic ingredients, this completely vegetarian Chinese and Japanese restaurant features an extensive vegan menu. ($-$$)

(V)  Vinh Loi Tofu: 18625 Sherman Way Suite 101, Reseda; 818-996-9779. This all-vegan Vietnamese restaurant offers Vietnamese classics, including tofu.($)

San Gabriel Valley/Northeast LA

(V) Bean Sprout Café: 103 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia; 626-254-8708. This all-vegetarian Chinese restaurant provides a menu with clearly marked vegan options. ($)

Blaze Pizza: 667 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena; 626-440-7358. Blaze Pizza offers vegan cheese as an option. Try their Veg Out pizza with vegan cheese. There is an additional location in Irvine. ($-$$)

Chang Thai Bistro: 614 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia; 626-357-9658. This Thai restaurant offers many vegan options, including tofu or vegan shrimp in all of their dishes. ($)

Covina Tasty: 1063 N. Citrus Ave., Covina; 626-332-8816. For something quick, this completely vegetarian fast-food place offers veggie burgers, ice cream, chili dogs, and more. Most items are vegan. ($)

Fine Garden Vegetarian: 841 W. Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel; 626-282-2282. This all-vegetarian Chinese restaurant features a variety of vegetable and mock meat dishes. ($)

Fiore Market Café: 1000 Fremont Ave. Suite 102, South Pasadena; 626-441-2280. Fiore Market Café is vegan-friendly and has live jazz on Fridays. Try their Tempeh BLT. ($)

Garden Fresh Vegetarian Food: 16034 Gale Ave., Hacienda Heights; 626-968-2279. Try the Mushroom Orange Chicken at this completely vegetarian Chinese restaurant. ($)

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(V) Green Earth: 37 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena; 626-584-0268. This vegan restaurant boasts a wide variety of options, including American, Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese dishes. ($-$$)

Happy Family III: 500 N. Atlantic Blvd. Suite 171, Monterey Park; 626-282-8986. With their assortment of imitation meats, this Chinese restaurant is vegetarian and vegan-friendly. ($-$$)

Happy Family Restaurant: 18425 E. Colima Road, Rowland Heights; 626-965-9923. Happy Family Restaurant is an all-vegetarian and mostly vegan Chinese restaurant. ($$)

Happy Veggie Garden: 1015 S. Nogales St. Suite 127A, Rowland Heights; 626-810-2298. Happy Veggie Garden is a completely vegetarian and mostly vegan Chinese restaurant that offers mock meat, tofu, and vegetable dishes. ($)

KindKreme: 319 S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena; 877-985-5463. For something sweet, KindKreme provides raw, nut-based ice cream with many vegan flavors. There is a second location in Echo Park. ($)

 Loving Hut: 621 W. Main St., Alhambra; 626-289-2684. Loving Hut is a completely vegan, Asian-inspired restaurant chain serving a variety of dishes. ($-$$)

(V) My Vegan: 633 S. Arroyo Parkway Suite 3, Pasadena; 626-578-9017. With their extensive menu, this Thai restaurant has something for everyone. ($-$$)

New Happy Family Restaurant: 8632 E. Valley Blvd. Suite E, Rosemead; 626-288-5786. This Chinese restaurant serves entirely vegetarian fare with many vegan dishes using faux meats. Try their vegan desserts. ($)

Oh Happy Days: 2283 N. Lake Ave., Altadena; 626-797-0383. Located inside a grocery store, this intimate café provides quick and nutritious vegan meals. ($)

(V)  One Veg World: 178 S. Glendora Ave., West Covina; 626-917-2727. With an emphasis on the health of both its patrons and the planet, this completely vegan restaurant features American and Asian-inspired dishes. ($)

Pita Jungle: 43 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena; 626-432-7482. Fresh and healthy, this Mediterranean and Middle Eastern chain offers a number of vegan items. ($-$$)

The Press Restaurant: 129 Harvard Ave., Claremont; 909-625-4808. If you’re looking for entertainment while you dine out, this restaurant features live music and offers some veg-friendly options such as vegetarian lasagna and vegan chocolate cake. ($-$$)

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Something Healthy: 1014 S. Shamrock Ave., Monrovia; 626-301-0096. For a quick meal, Something Healthy offers a vegetarian menu with many vegan options, including wraps, sandwiches, and salads. ($)

Urth Caffé: 594 East Colorado Blvd, Pasadena; 626-844-4644. The Urth Caffé sells all organic specialty coffees, coffee drinks, teas, coffee-making equipment, high-quality health conscious meals, and exquisite desserts. Offers several vegan options. ($-$$)

Vege Paradise: 140 W. Valley Blvd. Suite 222, San Gabriel; 626-280-5998. Ifyou’re looking for Chinese fare, this restaurant is all-vegetarian with many vegan options. ($)

(V) VegeUSA: 1425 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia; 626-386-0800. Located inside the VegeUSA store, this vegan bistro offers Asian and international-themed dishes with an emphasis on environmental sustainability. There are a lot of dishes made with faux meats, including their Vegan Pepper Steak and Vegan Shrimp. ($-$$)

zPizza: 1705 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena; 626-792-5500. This pizza chain’s menu features the Berkeley Vegan pizza, as well as other pizzas that can be made veganby substituting Daiya vegan cheese. Note that there are multiple locations. ($-$$)

Acton/Palmdale/Lancaster

Acton Market Country Store: 32003 Crown Valley Rd, Acton; 661-269-1522. Grocery store that has many vegan options, including basic vegan sandwiches from the deli and a coffee bar with milk substitutes. Perfect for a quick snack before or after a tour! ($$) Chipotle Mexican Grill: 1125 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale; 661-266-0944.Easily create vegan burritos, tacos, and salads by choosing beans, rice, vegetables, sofritas, and other choices.($)

Miso Sushi: 3720 Sierra Highway, Acton; 661-269-4050 and 44230 10th St. W, Lancaster; 661-940-6369. This sushi restaurant offers several vegan dishes. ($-$$)

The Organic Café: 1973 W. Ave. L, Lancaster; 661-948-9575. For something quick and healthy, try this organic café’s vegan sandwiches, salads, or smoothies. ($)

Thai Café: 1052 W. Ave. K, Lancaster; (661) 942-6599. This Thai restaurant features many dishes that are vegetarian-friendly and many can be made vegan. ($)

The Whole Wheatery: 44264 N 10th St. W, Lancaster; 661-945-0773. The Whole Wheatery is a natural food store with a lunch café inside that carries many vegan products. ($)

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Yard House: 1247 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale; 661-274-9271. Yard House, a national restaurant chain, features a vegetarian menu using Gardein™ products. Most dishes can be made vegan. ($$)

Santa Clarita/Valencia

Bake You Happy: 24305 Town Center Drive #105., Valencia; 661-255-5100. These season-two winners of the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars offer one vegan cupcake flavor on Thursdays. ($) Chipotle Mexican Grill: 19085 Golden Valley Road Suite 105, Santa Clarita; 661-298-0899. Easily create vegan burritos, tacos, and salads with black beans (avoid pinto beans), sofritas, rice, vegetables, and other choices. There are additional locations in the area. ($)

LYFE Kitchen: 24201 West Valencia Boulevard, Suite 3260, Santa Clarita; 661-259-5933. While promoting social responsibility and the wel-being of customers, LYFE Kitchen provides healthy options with a convenient separate vegan menu. ($-$$).

Tandoori Grill: 23360 Valencia Blvd., Valencia; 661-288-1200. If you’re looking for Indian fare, Tandoori Grill features a vegetarian section of the menu and most items can be made vegan. ($-$$)

Tomato Joe’s Pizza: 27732 McBean Parkway, Santa Clarita; 661-263-8646. Tomato Joe’s Pizza offers vegan cheese, crusts, sauces, and toppings to create your own vegan pizza. ($-$$)

zPizza: 27015 McBean Parkway, Valencia; 661-259-5000. This pizza chain’s menu features the Berkeley Vegan pizza, as well as other pizzas that can be made vegan by substituting Daiya vegan cheese. Note that there are multiple locations. ($-$$)

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