Plant-based diets have spread like agave, and Los Angeles is fortunate enough to have vegan hotspots in every neighborhood. Wherever you may find yourself in this expansive city, the best vegan food is never far away. Whether you're celebrating World Vegan Month in November, or you're looking for the best vegan restaurants nearby, here is a list of the best vegan restaurants across Los Angeles.
Au Lac
Tucked away in the Promenade Plaza, Au Lac is an upscale gem that offers imaginative raw and Vietnamese fusion dishes. The salt and pepper yam “shrimp” are eerily real, while the rich desserts are perfect for sharing. It's a good place for celebrity sightings, but the true star is Chef Ito, who has taken a vow of silence and just might grace you with a visit your table. Don’t forget to ask the server about the “secret menu.”
710 W 1st St., Los Angeles 90012
213.617.2533
Shojin
Shojin is a perfect for vegan date night, offering macrobiotic vegan sushi in a fine dining setting in Little Tokyo. An extensive menu of flavor-popping creations and a large selection of sakes are sure to please even the pickiest palates. It's reassuring to see their “no chemical preservatives, no artificial color and no chemical seasonings” promise on the menu, too.
333 S. Alameda St. Suite 310 (Little Tokyo Shopping Center 3F)
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213.617.0305
Mohawk Bend
The craft beer restaurant and bar sits across the street from PETA headquarters in Echo Park, which may have something to do with the vegan-heavy menu. Mohawk Bend serves arguably the best vegan pizza in the city and it’s a little cheaper during happy hour specials.
2141 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles 90026
(213) 483-2337
By Chloe
Samantha Wasser opened a Silver Lake version of her New York eatery in May 2016. Nestled inside the new 365 by Whole Foods Market, by CHLOE. is fast food at its finest, with innovative grub like Portobello meatball sandwiches, sweet potato-based mac-n-cheese, quinoa hash browns, beet ketchup and much, much more.
2520 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles 90039
323.378.3891
Flore
You can’t beat the healthy home-style cooking at this little Silver Lake favorite. The best vegan biscuits and gravy in the West, consistently great service, and the gluten-free friendly menu make Flore a cozy place for a rendezvous. It's easy to see why Zagat has called Flore a “vegan lover’s dream.”
3818 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles 90026
323.953.0611
Vromage
If you've ever wondered whether there was fresh vegan cheese near you, you're in luck! From the blond butcher block tables to charismatic cheesemonger Youssef Fakhouri running around behind the counter, Vromage is delightful. Stop by L.A.’s first vegan cheese shop for lunch (the tiny menu offers pizza, salad and sandwiches) or grab a hunk of muenster, brie, "veganzola" or gouda to go. All cheeses are nut-based and dairy-free. Some are good for melting while others are best for party platters. Vromage ships internationally, too!
7988 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
323.745.0157
The Grain Café
Vegan crepes galore and breakfast all day long in Mid-City—what more could you ask for? The Grain Café has plenty of wraps, Oaxacan Mexican entrees, salads, and pastries, too. There’s an emphasis on organic and the fancy coffees and teas do not disappoint. Whatever you do—get the guacamole.
4222 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles 90019
323.931.4034
Rahel Ethiopian Vegan Cuisine
Rahel serves quality authentic Ethiopian food, right in the heart of L.A.’s Little Ethiopia district. All combo platters are shareable, the sambusa appetizers are crisped to perfection, and the all-you-can-eat buffet on weekends is dangerous. Large parties should sit in the hut and order the coffee ceremony for the full experience.
1047 S. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles 90019
(323)-937-8401
Organix
Part organic market, part vegan “Mexicatessan,” Organix is a quaint family-run spot in Eagle Rock that offers Americana with a twist. From the perfectly-spiced barbacoa tacos to their butternut squash- based Castro burger, every dish is a winner. Call orders in ahead if you're in a hurry, and wash it all down with a custom juice or seasonal smoothie. On the way out, grab some treats made by local gluten-free cookie queen, the Shugah Mama.
1731 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles 90041
323.254.0284
Vinh Loi Tofu
In an unassuming strip mall deep in the heart of Reseda, sits the small but mighty Vinh Loi Tofu, a Vietnamese vegan joint so well-loved that regulars let owner Kevin Tran order for them. Just tell him what flavors or textures you’re in the mood for and he’ll suggest something “better than what’s on the menu.” He’s embraced his eccentricity lately by way of his new t-shirts: “I Pick—You Eat” and “If You Want the Best, You Can’t Request…” Yes, the food is that good and we trust him that much.
18625 Sherman Way, #101
Reseda, CA 91335
818.996.9779
Stuff I Eat
This vegan soul food / Cali-Mex restaurant in Inglewood serves up fresh comfort cuisine and "to-live-for" raw desserts. European-style communal tables, art by locals on the walls, and one of the best brunches in Los Angeles make Stuff I Eat a mouthwatering experience. Chef Babette embodies the healthy vegan lifestyle and her menu is an extension of her vivacious spirit.
114 N Market St., Inglewood 90301
310.671.0115
Equelecuá Cuban Cafe
Equelecuá Cuban Cafe serves authentic Cuban-Carribbean food in Inglewood, conveniently located for travelers heading to or coming from LAX. Chef Caro Lafaurie’s “chicken” and rice, picadillo, ropa vieja, alitas (“wings” made from soy), tostones, café con leche and everything else will guarantee you return to try the rest of the menu. Perfect for vegans who never thought they’d enjoy a Cuban sandwich again.
1120 W Florence Ave, Inglewood 90301
(323) 741-2822
Seabirds Kitchen
LA vegans love Seabirds Kitchen, a lively Long Beach taco truck-turned-restaurant that offers inventive takes on standard local faves like beer-battered avocado tacos, purple taquitos, and BBQ jack sliders—so good that most patrons don’t seem to notice or care that they’re eating plant-based food. Everything here is tasty but whatever you do, do not leave without sharing a dish of the burnt Brussels sprouts.
975 E 4th St, Long Beach 90802
(562) 317-5545