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    4.7 (47 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Spring 2026 menu
    Jennifer N.

    Love the unique flavors they have here and love it even more bc it's all non dairy!!!! (Shout out to my lactose intolerant kings and queens) also love how each Awan store has the most interesting architecture and vibe. They only let you sample a couple flavors so choose wisely. Their flavors change pretty often but they do have a few flavors that are a staple there. My siblings like to get pints and drive it all the way back to Orange County (yes, seriously) I can never say no to Awan if I'm in the area.

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    Amanda H.

    Oh my goodness. We are STOKED to have stumbled on Awan! The gentleman that helps us-- was to patient with the kiddos letting them try flavors. It's a small little walk through counter with very limited seating. We loved and appreciated all of the Indo flavors. The matcha was the best earthy matcha we've had in ice cream. The mandarin was SUPER refreshing and a crowd pleaser. The sesame was also super tasty and unique from most other black sesame ice cream. The ice cream base was so silky for coconut. The kiddos loved the Oreo-- but the parentals really enjoyed all the specialty flavors. Do yourself a favor, if you're close, stop by, and try all the seasonal because they surely won't disappoint.

    Sascha J.

    Where have you been all my life Awan? Awan has officially become my go-to for something sweet, creamy and delicious. The Venice space is slightly small but it's fine. The merch in my opinion is a tad overpriced and won't be buying anything soon except maybe some pints of ice cream. In terms of the actual ice cream. The scoops are actually pretty generous and it's like elevated in terms presentation etc. I happen to be vegan but if you aren't you simply cannot argue with me over how creamy and tasty it is. I'm a vanilla lover and I found the vanilla to be one of the best vegan vanillas I've ever had. The pineapple is also amazing. The strawberry wasn't life changing but all the flavors are just so creamy and decadent in their own way; that you can count on. To note, there is also a little window you go to to get your ice cream, which can be annoying if it's crowded and you literally can't get over there. In my opinion they could just hand it to you, but sure. All in all I want and Awan in every city. Obsessed :)

    strawberry gaviota
    Rachel N.

    My favorite vegan ice cream in LA! I've tried their West Hollywood location and I'm so glad they've added one to Venice! Their flavors are so unique with very thoughtfully sourced ingredients, and the portions are perfect. I highly recommend any of their fruit flavors, the gaviota strawberry is divine and their pineapple pandan is the perfect balance of tart and creamy! I like how none of their flavors are too sweet either, and even though they do use a coconut cream base there isn't a super strong or overpowering coconut flavor. There's little standing tables inside and a bench outside, but this is definitely more of a to-go window with limited seating.

    Danica L.

    Delicious vegan ice cream! I've been wanting to try Awan for a while now and after seeing the collab with REM beauty, I had to check it out. I went on a Sunday morning and there wasn't a line. Staff were super friendly with helping me sample and choose flavors. The Love Spell flavor was super delicious. It was the perfectly blend of fruity and tart. Overall, great spot for a treat!

    Shinko Pear and Ginger (on seasonal menu as of November 2025)
    Fortuna N.

    AWAN is one of my favorite ice cream places! It's high quality Indonesian ice cream that's vegan and delicious (and I'm not even vegan)!! Their seasonal flavors are ALWAYS worth getting even if it's $1 extra. I personally love all their fruit flavors when I'm a chocolate and milk ice cream kinda gal so this says a lot. They have the best unique flavors rotating from their seasonal menu. I really love the Venice location because they had all the flavors to try whereas other locations they run out fast. My favorite was the: Shinko Pear and Ginger (5/5): It had a sweet, fruity shinko Asian pear base that was tangy and tasted like butterscotch undertones with the creaminess. I loved that it has tiny bits of crystallized ginger that went SO well with the refreshing and creamy pear base. Was a perfect pick me up to satisfy my sweet tooth.

    Chocolate oreo and strawberry
    Harry V.

    Finally got to try Awan after hearing about the hype and uniqueness of the flavors. Flavors were definetly made with real ingredients and You can't find these flavors anywhere, definetly very unique. I think they rotate flavors. The flavors today weren't the same ones I saw on yelp before. They let you sample. Tried shinko pear and ginger. It had the sweetness of the pear paired with a touch of ginger. The ginger lingers in the after taste. I didn't get this one but I like the concept. The Thai tea and black sesame butter was pretty good as well. I'd say the black sesame butter was the dominant flavor. You still get that Thai tea flavor, but not as bold as the black sesame Strawberry had a bit of tart to it, mentioned it was organic. For a price of a single scoop is $8, which is kind of expensive. Also parking in the neighborhood is a bit hard, good if you get lucky finding street parking, but if not you might have to walk a little further The workers were nice let you try all the flavors if needed so that you can select the one that fits your taste. They were really nice and understand that these aren't your typical ice cream flavors so they let you try as much as you need to pick your favorite.

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    Miya Y.

    I am not a vegan, but man this icecream is the shit. I can confidently say that this is one of my favorite icecream spots in LA. I would never know that there is no dairy in the ice creams. It is perfectly creamy without being too sweet. I love how they have a seasonal menu. My first time coming I had their cantaloupe which was amazing. This time I got their orange. The orange reminded me of a creamsicle. Super cool ambiance as well. I love how the interior reminds me of a hidden cave. The icecream comes out of this little door within the cave. Pretty neat.

    The window where the ice cream is served
    Julie S.

    Vegan ice cream! This place is a cool location that looks like it's made of colorful stucco. You walk into a small room and there is a guy who will let you try the various flavors. We tried a cranberry one that I didn't like, but the cookies and cream one was delicious. It's kind of funny how you order it, then go to a little vestibule to the side where a window opens up and it comes out. It's a bit pricey, my friend said the to go container are like $30. I got the "child" cup and it was $6. it was very good, kind of reminds me a little of real Italian gelato.

    Natalie Y.

    Finally got to try Awan after seeing it on social media for a while. For vegan "ice cream" the flavors are truly robust , fresh, and tastes very natural and organic. We got the coconut cream/vanilla and the mandarin flavor and it was very refreshing. The palm sugar at the end is also a nice touch.

    Jessica G.

    Having its outlet stood next to Dayglow, Awan was such attention stealer with its peculiar design, giving the vibe of entering a gorgeously designed cave to me. Not to mention, the color they featured was one of my favorite! On any weekdays they wouldn't be open until 3pm, while on weekend they would come earlier by noon. Good news was you could have it as post-dinner dessert given they would only be closed by 10pm. So long day-light during summer surely made it just perfect. Some of the flavor selections, either from the core or the seasonal ones, weren't like any you could easily find elsewhere. Even for the ones that might sound bit familiar like strawberry or vanilla or even oreo, they kinda featured their own unique selling point by mixing it with distinctive ingredients. Bringing a touch of Indonesia, I was really impressed that they presented the iconic brown sugar from my very own home country! Trust me, if you wondered it's just brown sugar, you'd better save that thought aside and gave it a try then thanked me later. If you're worried about dairy, this was certainly the answer for you as their ice cream was dairy free, using coconut milk. If you're unsure which flavors you might fancy, they did offer tasting. The single scoop cup was 5oz, but there's petite version at 3oz. If you're kind of indecisive like me or just want more mix of flavors, go for the split scoop, which was basically 2 scoops of the kid size. TBH I tried Awan already before and went for their Vanilla and Matcha, which I thought was OKAYish but bit too pricey. This second try hooked me stronger especially their Salted Caramel Gula Jawa, which used the earlier-called brown sugar shavings on top. That topping surely elevated the overall flavor, and I would recommend pair it with probably refreshing fruit-based ones or something with tangy note. In my case I paired it with the Nekohama Hojicha, which was maybe not the right decision as it made the Hojicha one tasted too subtle, which I guessed because the first one carried quite vibrant taste. NGL still think it's tad steep, particularly as I went for one seasonal flavor, which meant +$1 landing this split scoop at $11. Will I come back? YES, am still intrigued by all other flavors I haven't tried, and I am also appreciating the effort introducing home-country ingredients here! Thinking out loud, prolly the reason behind the price tag.

    Samantha D.

    The staff, the ice cream, the aesthetic, the look, all of it was GRAND. The staff were so sweet as our kids kept asking for sample after sample. The flavors are so yummy! But they were out of the 2 flavors we reaaaally wanted! Otherwise, it was such a cute place! Definitely a must try!

    Peach apricot swirl
    Tammy C.

    4.5 stars I'm was really happy to see that they recently opened up a new Awan near Venice so I didn't have to drive as far. Awan is somewhat tucked away on Rose Avenue and I wouldn't have know that they were selling ice cream if I hadn't already known I was going specifically for ice cream. The exterior is green and in the dark it makes everything look closed until you look closely and see that they have a door propped open. The ice cream itself was delicious! The person helping us was so kind and patient with my friends and I trying all the different flavors. Everything is coconut based, but the coconut flavor was not overpowering. It also had a nice consistently that felt similar to gelato. The top half of their menu is the list of permanent flavors and then bottom half is their seasonal flavors. I was debating between the dayglow coffee or the peach apricot swirl, and ended up deciding on the latter knowing that it'll be rotated out but I could always come back for the coffee. Overall, I took off half a star because the inside was kinda small and it felt like I couldn't stay in there too long to finish my ice cream while chatting with friends. But then again, you are in Venice and it's nice to walk down the streets. I also think the ice cream is somewhat expensive at $6(permanent menu)/$7(seasonal menu) for the kids small (1 scoop), but it is on par with all other ice cream places in LA.

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    Prerty good ice cream, the food was good and the service was friendly, quick and easy. The ambiance of course was cool too!

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    LOVED THE ICE CREAM HERE!!! Both gluten free and vegan - and still some of the best ice cream I've ever had.

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    Market - Los Angeles

    4.3
    (360 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    My daughter suggested we try Market as part of my birthday week visit to LA. Great place…read more Cool interior: industrial chic with modern art. Fun high top tables. Our woman server was great and fun. The food was excellent: we did the squash blossoms, salmon appetizer, two of the best selling pastas. Every bite was really good. Great cocktails and wines by the glass. Loved it. Recommend to all who celebrate!

    Popped in on a week night with my fiancé and there was no wait. No reservation, we were seated…read moreright away. We were hopping around happy hours in Venice and decided this would be our third and final stop since we have been wanting to check it out. The vibe & the restaurant is beautiful. If you are two people, then you will be seated at the two tops which are so uncomfortably close to each other, you literally feel like you're having dinner with the people to your right and left. There is like 2 inches of space between each table! Upon seating, we were offered still or sparkling water, went for regular water. The server explained the menu and initially everything felt standard and fine. When we were ready to order, we selected two pasta dishes and a Caesar salad. At that point, the server paused and said our order was "kind of light" and that that sounds like more of "a light meal." in what world is it OK to make comments about someone's order?? and he asked if we were very hungry before his comment then I may have cut some slack. But the comment felt unnecessary and a bit judgmental, as if we were being encouraged to order more food rather than simply choosing what we wanted. It made us feel uncomfortable honestly. We explained that we had been hopping between happy hour spots and this was our third stop, and he simply acknowledged it and walked away. Overall, the food was really good but the service was ok at best. Our server pretty much disappeared after that and we didn't see him until it was time for dessert which we did order the affogato. At that point, I'm not sure why but another server took over our table and he was much friendlier. He mentioned that if we were from the area that we should come back and check out the nightlife because it turns into a club lounge that gets really fun on weekends. We appreciated his rec and he was great but that particular interaction with the previous guy took away from the experience. I'd still come back because the food was really good and I wanna try other things on the menu.

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    Cool industrial interior
    Squash blossoms
    Squash blossoms
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    Cafe Gratitude

    Cafe Gratitude

    4.1
    (1.9k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    I have been to Cafe Gratitude several times. The service is always great. Food is delicious…read more Parking is a little difficult depending on the time of day but we were able to fine street parking. Dog friendly on their patio which was perfect and the weather was so nice. We came during happy hour. I didn't even know they had a happy hour menu so this was great. It was the perfect late lunch.

    Came here to celebrate a graduation for a dear friend. She is vegan and wanted to try this place…read more Im always up for trying new things and was excited to see what they had to offer. The menu has lots to choose from. We ended up going with the soy fuerte gratitude crunchwrap, truffled mushroom bianca, and the coconut calamari. The flavors were good and filling! I really enjoyed the calamari, i wasn't expecting it to be young coconut strips but it is a great alternative! The crunchwrap was good as well as the pizza. I was really surprised and told my friend, ok vegan food doesnt look hard to make! She started laughing lol Service was great, lots of seating inside. There is street parking and also a public garage around the corner. I had a great time and did enjoy the food however, im not sure what it could have been but i was using the restroom a lot the next day. I typically eat a lot of veggies so im not sure what it was. I joked with my friend, no wonder you're skinny, i felt like i had a colon cleanse LOL Eating here opened me up to trying new spots that are vegan!

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    I Am Trustworthy Portobello Mushroom Fajitas from the Medical Medium menu list.
    I Am Trustworthy Portobello Mushroom Fajitas from the Medical Medium menu list.
    I AM KANSHA - Japanese Smoked Tofu & Asparagus with Roasted Tahini

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    I AM KANSHA - Japanese Smoked Tofu & Asparagus with Roasted Tahini

    Awan - vegan - Updated July 2026

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