Vegan Restaurants in LA
- You won't find this ingredient at any of the Los Angeles vegan restaurants.cow. cow in farm/field image by L. Shat from Fotolia.com
According to the Happy Cow Compassionate Eating Guide, the ethnic diversity of Los Angles has contributed to the diversity and quality of vegan restaurants in the area. Whether you are craving Thai, Southwestern, California Fusion or American cuisine, the metropolis of Los Angeles offers a vegan eatery to satisfy your palate. - The cuisine of Rahel is Ethiopian and includes authentic dishes like yemiser kik wot, a lentil stew in pepper sauce and shiro wot, a stew made from chick peas. A special treat at Rahel's is the vegan, wheat free, organic cakes such as German chocolate, lemon and coconut. Rahel is located in the area of Los Angeles known as Little Ethiopia and features an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day of the week. Rahel's is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday. Reviewers at the Happy Cow eating guide give Rahel 4 ½ "cows" out of 5. There is high praise for the flavors, portions and presentation of the food.
Rahel Ethiopian Veggie Cuisine
1047 South Fairfax
Los Angeles, CA 90019
323-937-8401
rahelveggiecuisine.com - Native Foods Café was founded by the well known Chef Tanya Petrovana. Chef Petrovana has been featured on the Food Network, in Zagat, and in Vegetarian Times. Her menu features homemade vegan food and includes appetizers like nachos, chili-cheese fries and "chicken" wings. A variety of gourmet salads are also available along with burgers and sandwiches made from vegan meat substitutes and all-in-one dinner "bowls" featuring flavors from world cuisines. Native Foods also offers a special children's menu that includes "chicken" nuggets, pizza and macaroni and cheese. The restaurant is open Monday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Reviewers on the Happy Cow eating guide give Native Foods 4 out of 5 "cows" with some concern about the calorie-laden fried foods and sauces.
Native Foods Café
Westwood Village
1110 ½ Gayley Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-209-1055
nativefoods.com - Truly is a small, casual vegan cafe that serves American- and Thai-inspired food. Menu items include breakfast dishes, sandwiches, veggie burgers, Thai rice and noodle dishes and vegan ice cream. The Happy Cow eating guide cautions that some soy products used at Truly may include whey and patrons who are concerned about eating whey should clarify this when they order. Truly delivers and offers catering. The restaurant is open daily 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Reviewers at the Happy Cow eating guide give Truly 4 ½ cows out of 5 and praise its tasty food and affordable prices.
Truly Vegan Restaurant
5907 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
323-466-7958
trulyvegan.net
