I can't wait to come back to this place. It's absolutely adorable, the staff are so friendly, and the concept is brilliant. I went on a whole food vegan diet for 40 days as part of a cleanse and health journey. So my fiancé and I decided to come out here before a concert one night. He's been vegan for years and years, but I've never had that diet so it was hard for us to go out. We found this place and knew we had to go. We arrived about an hour before close, got sat immediately, and had a super sweet server (I wish I remembered her name). But I didn't realize that the menu items were all affirmations. As someone who has had a super tough year physically and emotionally, I've been really getting into meditation and manifesting and overall good vibes. So I thought going there and seeing that menu was absolutely a sign. It's fully vegan and whole food. And VAST. There was so much to choose from. I asked opinions on what to get. I think I ended up getting I Am Restored for my drink. Delish. Not sweet but very good. And then my partner and I got the I Am Glorious and the I Am Next Level to share. Everything was SO good. House made. Great flavor. And great presentation. My only wish was that is was more affordable (why does healthy yummy food have to be so expensive?!). We'd be going more often and we don't live close by. But it's worth it. Excited for our next trip back there! Side note - we also ordered delivery from them as well. The I Am Caring nachos (did notttt travel well.. get them in person). And the I Am Giving Margherita pizza. That was yummy. Recommend for vegans and non vegans alike! read more

Cafe Gratitude - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Fully vegan restaurant with large portions and nourishing food. Also super welcoming and wholesome environment and vibe. I came here in a group of 5 and our experience here was decent. To start, we shared the I am seen doublebatch cheese board. I wasn't the biggest fan of the texture and flavors of the cheese, but I did enjoy the crispy focaccia crostinis. I also got the I am focused iced americano which was refreshing and strong. It was a bit bitter for my liking though. I prefer nuttier tasting americanos. For my main I got the I am great lion's mane 'steak n' eggs' sandwich. I enjoyed the flavor of the mushroom, but it was thin relative to the mouthful of bread in the bites. I also got this with smash red potatoes. I wish they were crispier, but at least they weren't dry. The service was pretty slow. My group dined here for about 2 hours and a half. It took a while to get our food after ordering plus get the bill. However, our waters were consistently refilled. I came for lunch on a Saturday. The interior is clean and neat with private bathrooms. Also, there seems to be underground parking here. Overall, while the food was okay tasting and the service was slow, the atmosphere, portion sizes, and whole foods made up for them. read more

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I visited Cafe Gratitude for lunch during Dine LA Week and thought the $25 deal was a great value. You get to choose two dishes, both in full-size portions, plus a drink. I ended up getting so full that I took my second dish home! I absolutely loved the coconut drink, "I Am Chill." They were also happy to customize it with less ice, which I really appreciated. The "I Am Next Level" bowl was delicious, healthy, and very satisfying. My second dish, the "I Am Beaming" Pesto Alfredo Pasta, was a little too creamy for my taste, but it was still enjoyable. It was fairly noisy during lunch on Friday, and the service was decent but could have been a little more attentive. There were a few moments when I found myself wondering when the waiter would come back to my table. Overall, a great Dine LA value with delicious, healthy food and some creative drink options. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes! read more

Cafe Gratitude - I AM BEAMING - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Love this place! Surrounded by goodness. The names of dishes, the ingredients, vegan based, and people... you can't be here and not feel grateful. The" ! am well" bowl was delicious. Lions mane, broccolini, asparagus, edamame, coconut dressing, coconut Jazmine rice-Yum ! Margarita Pizza "I am happy" from the happy hour menu was just OK not my favorite tbh. Dessert was pretty epic. "I am eternal" hazelnut praline chocolate torte. Definitely recommend. Service is always pleasant. Love that they have a scanner to pay bill now instead of waste paper. The self reflective question in beginning is always fun :) read more

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This is one of my favorite plant-based brunch spots here in the LA area. I have dined here many times throughout the years at both this location in Larchmont and the other one in Venice. The ambiance is always a cool, calm, and chill vibe. I tend to come around the time they open on the weekends, and it's especially quiet, and I enjoy eating out in the outdoor area. Smoothies are delicious and they offer so many customizable options. On this visit, I had the savory version of "I Am Hospitable." This waffle is cooked to perfection and it has the perfect amount of crispiness and fluffiness. The oyster mushroom is exceptionally well-cooked with a great crunch without it being too oily. Everything here is always seasoned appropriately. Customer service here goes above and beyond, and I believe (Candace?) saw us on our last visit. She was so warm and engaging, plus she gave some really great suggestions. I wish other restaurants had people like this. On every visit, no matter who seats us, we receive the same warm welcome and friendly service that makes us feel great the rest of the day read more

Cafe Gratitude - I I AM HOSPITABLE - SAVORY (GF) - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place has been on my list to check out for a long time, and I'm pleased to say it was not a disappointment. The layout is cool and really makes the most out of the space. We sat outside and it felt nice and comfortable. I was very impressed that the menu had whole food dishes with house made dressing and condiments. Candice was phenomenal and truly helped elevate our experience read more

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Solid place for vegan food in LA. We went for the current Dine LA special and paid $35 each for a drink, appetizer, entree, and dessert. Overall service was okay. Perhaps they were busy due to it being a Saturday night. Staff was friendly overall, but we waited 20 minutes after we asked multiple waiters for our check (AND even went to the hostess stand to ask for it again) then when we received it, were charged incorrectly. We also had to ask for water refills multiple times, as no one checked in on us during our meal. I ordered the Dine LA special drink, Buffalo cauliflower app, sweet potato and curry bowl, and key lime pie. My friend ordered the same drink, Dine LA special lemon arancini app, Dine LA special coconut tacos, and cookie. Some items (such as the drink, cauliflower, and tacos) were stronger than others, but they all were solid. Honestly, without the Dine LA specials, I think the prices were a bit high for a casual restaurant. The ambiance is true SoCal- open, bright, airy, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Would be back if I'm in the mood for a plant-forward meal. read more

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Visited Cafe Gratitude while in Los Angeles. The atmosphere was super relaxed and easygoing, and the service was friendly without being over the top. Tried a couple of their dishes -- really fresh, clean flavors with a cool twist that kept things interesting. It's the kind of spot where you can just sit back, enjoy your meal, and not feel rushed. Overall, a solid, chill place and worth coming back to. Saluti read more

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Cafe Gratitude is basically what would happen if a hug, a yoga retreat, and a vegan brunch spot had a beautiful organic baby. Everything was spotless, calm, and full of genuinely lovely people. The service was so warm I briefly considered asking if I could move in. I ordered a latte, the Caesar tempeh wrap, and a bowl -- and somehow every single bite tasted like it had been blessed by woodland fairies with culinary degrees. Flavor? Absolutely out of this world. But the BEST part? The names of the dishes. "I Am Well," "I Am Grateful," "I Am Light"... and when your server brings your food they lovingly announce: "You are well." Honestly, being affirmed by a stranger while handed organic vegan food healed at least 37% of my problems. I came for lunch and accidentally left spiritually moisturized. If you want delicious fully vegan organic food, positive vibes, and the experience of being gently complimented by your salad, this place is IT. read more

Cafe Gratitude - Latte - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This has been one of my go-to restaurants for years whenever I would visit LA. However, I now feel like I probably won't come back. The food just isn't very good anymore and I feel like nothing is flavorful. I'm not sure if the quality has gone down or if my standards have gone up. We ordered the gem salad, lions mane sandwich, and pesto alfredo pasta. The salad dressing was overpowered by the water content of the lettuce, meaning the dressing probably wasn't "strong" enough. The "bacon" on top tastes just like mushrooms marinated in soy sauce. The pasta had a very weak pesto flavor. The bed of arugula under the pasta makes the dish very bitter if you get a bite even with a small bit of the leaves. I do like that there are veggies like edamame in the pasta! The lions mane sandwich is one we've had before and really enjoyed, but there was significantly less lions mane this time and it just tasted overall more dry. The side potatoes are too thick for my personal preference. I wished they were smashed a little more. For this visit alone, I would've probably given two stars for the food. However, service is always great here and I have had dishes that i've loved here in the past, so I will give three stars. read more

Cafe Gratitude - gem salad - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Perfect spot for wholesome food! Everything is so flavorful, filling and nourishing. The I AM CARING nachos and I AM KANSHA bowl were excellent. read more

Cafe Gratitude - I AM CARING (GF) - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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All I can say is it's not just the food I want to rant about how transcendent it is but the evolution of food it offers in a healthy manner not even that it's the people that work there there energy is unforgettable and irresistible and a no brainer for a stop every time I choose to treat myself which is every three days. I really think this place will continue to dominate in a field the world needs more of! read more

Very helpful. Amazing customer service and willing to suit your nutritional needs. They're always here to help you to be the best at this establishment and eating good food. The managers are helpful and always here to help. They are great and very understanding. read more

Came here for a girlfriend's birthday dinner and was excited to finally try Cafe Gratitude after hearing so much about it. We ordered a few dishes to share, and I loved how each menu item is named as an affirmation--so cute! We got: I Am Delectable (corn ribs with salsa macha, crema ajo blanco, cilantro, and lime) - so good, especially with the sauce. I'd never had corn ribs before but would definitely order again. 4.1/5. I Am Trusting (roasted purple potato & lion's mane mushroom salad with garnet yam, bell peppers, kale, broccolini, edamame, mung bean quiche, spinach pesto, and BBQ sauce) - couldn't really pick out the lion's mane since everything was mixed together, but the flavors worked beautifully. 4.1/5. I Am Fulfilled (butternut bolognese lasagne with broccolini, spinach, truffled almond béchamel, almond burrata, rice lasagne noodles, Brazil nut parmesan, and gremolata, served with a Caesar salad) - such an interesting vegan take on lasagna, and surprisingly hearty. 4.3/5. I Am Giving (Hawaiian pizza with pineapple, blackened tempeh, coconut bacon, marinara, coconut burrata, and Brazil nut parmesan) - the coconut burrata was creamy and delicious, and I discovered I love tempeh. 4.2/5. To drink, I had I Am Powerful - a hard blue lemonade with Juneshine hard kombucha, blue spirulina, lemon, and agave. Refreshing and unique! 4/5. The staff were warm and friendly, even taking a group photo for us. This place is a great reminder of how creative and flavorful plant-based food can be--honestly some of the best I've had. read more

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Have been here a few times. It's so cute, love the light breezy vibes. Staff is *so* nice. I got the tahini butter cookie today, which was a really nice texture and not too sweet. Really enjoyed. Have had the cinnamon roll in the past which was also super good. Both are gluten free. Need to come back for food but tend to go to the Venice location for dinner cuz it's closer. The only downside is that it feels like kinda hefty up charges for gluten free alterations, like minimum of $4.50 on dishes that are already $22-$25 at baseline. Sigh up for their rewards program! read more

Cafe Gratitude - Cinnamon roll - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came to Cafe Gratitude for the first time. I'll start by saying I am not a vegan and don't often eat vegan but this will not be the last time I eat here. DineLA was a perfect time to try it out. Everyone loves Larchmont for the charm and not LA feel of the town and this restaurant fits right in with the vibe. We sat out on their patio on a beautiful evening. The service was great and honestly how can you not have gratitude for getting helped by people that are truly appreciative for what they do. We started with two mocktails that were delicious. I had the Italian chopped salad which honestly can compete for best salads I've ever had. We also got the crab cakes and I tasted it. It wasn't for me but loved by the table. My main was the I AM BEAMING pesto pasta that I'll call perfection, keeping the P's in place. Very filling, very flavorful and all gone by the end of the meal. Finished off the dinner with the cookie dessert. I am not a nuts in my cookies person so it wasn't my favorite. However the "ice cream" on top of the warm cookie helped me get through it just fine. If you know a vegan or are a vegan yourself. This is a place where you don't have to search for something you can eat. The menu is for you. And that is something to have gratitude for. read more

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I've been here countless times and every single time I come I am enthralled with how good this place is!! It never disappoints! It's so tasty and you can't even tell it's vegan! The service is always wonderful! And the place is beautiful! You can't go wrong if you sit inside or outside! I love this place soooo much! Highly recommend eating here!!! read more

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Absolutely love this place! Their vegan food is always so creative and on point. I love the variety of their menu and how the waiters give you an inspiring question to contemplate with your table mates and how the atmosphere is so warm and friendly! read more

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Best vegan restaurant in LA. And healthiest! Everything here is good, love both locations! read more

The service, the food and the environment; everything is so lovely!!! The food is phenomenal - I forgot what I got, but it had sweet potatoes, broccolini and a sweet barbecue sauce. The breakfast burrito was also so good - it had tofu scramble, avocado, black beans and a lot more yummy items. The service is lovely and people are very friendly & welcoming. They are also quite funny. It's such a pretty environment with a lot of seating. It is quite pricy ($22 for my bowl), but it's also high quality vegan food. Vale la pena es lo que dicen en mi familia. I recommend!! read more

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First time visiting the Larchmont location and I loved it. I have been to the Venice location a few times, so I already knew I was in for something good. This will always remain one of my favorite restaurants as long as they keep the Medical Medium menu. These dishes are genuinely special because they are made from whole foods that nourish both the brain and body. You can taste the creativity and intention in every bite. I tried the new millet nori roll, the pumpkin pasta bake and the best pizza ever. The I Am Healthy Mediterranean Puttanesca Potato Chickpea Pizza is unreal. It is wild that a pizza can be this healthy and still taste that incredible. My only wish is that they still had their Newport Beach location. It was such a convenient spot and much closer to home. read more

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We finally made it to this CG location! Hallelujah! After mourning the loss of CG from northern California, we managed to visit both locations in southern CA, including having a fabulous lunch here recently. Hubby got his favorite I Am Whole as did I and it is just next level good. Server was super friendly and kind and the vibe was relaxed in a good way. Restrooms were clean and played music which I really appreciate! Wish we lived closer. I bought a cookbook there, too, as a piece of CG I can enjoy at home. read more

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Amazing dining experience, friendly staff, and DELICIOUS food. One of my favorite vegan restaurants in THE WORLD. We order, I am delightful, I am dazzling, I am energetic, and I am glorious. Did not include a picture of the last two, ate them before we could take a picture. Highly recommend the coconut drink, I am chill. read more

Cafe Gratitude - I AM DAZZLING - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here with a group of 6 girls for brunch and had a lovely time! The vibes are earthy, calming, and lots of plants. Brunch is my favorite meal of the day so I came prepared to be impressed. Everything here is organic, healthy, clean, all that good stuff. I would highly recommend this place. I used to go to Sage Plant-based Bistro (before they shut down) and this place gives me the same kind of vibes. So happy to find another vegan brunch spot to support. I ordered the "I Am Hospitable" chick'n n waffles and it was sooo good. The chicken sub of fried oyster mushrooms were so crispy, savory, and delicious. I would order anything here that has those mushrooms. It came with a side of orange infused maple syrup and sweet cashew cream. Good item to order if you want savory and sweet. For my drink I got the "Yo Soy Alma" latte which was an herbal cafe de olla style drink. It was warm, a little bit spiced. The waiter let me know they added a little bit extra sweetner to mine because I had asked if it was sweet. It was good, but the portion size was pretty small for $6.75, especially with the foam at the top. so I probably wouldn't order it again. One of the girls ordered chilaquiles and said they were just okay. The girls who got the "I Am Strong" blueberry protein pancakes and the "I Am Great" steak and eggs breakfast sandwich loved them and would recommend those items. Something unique about Cafe Gratitude is that all the menu items are affirmations. When the server repeats your order back to you, they tell you "You are hospitable" or "You are strong.". It's kind of sweet. The server also left us with a question of the day to discuss, which was "What makes you feel most free?" Most dishes are $18-20 range. They are very accommodating to gluten-free as well. There are 2 gender-neutral wheelchair accessible restrooms. read more

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It was a Saturday around brunch time when I met some friends here for some good food and good conversation. It was my first time ever coming here and I didn't know much to expect, but I was immediately impressed by how kind and friendly the staff were, as well as how nice the outside patio was. The menu here has a ton of different burger, entree, appetizers, and pizza options to choose from and I kept it simple and ordered a margarita pizza as well as "The Effervescent" which was just a ginger ale. On top of those things, my friend ordered some nachos for the table and since this was right after my birthday, I had a little ice cream as well. The nachos were pretty darn good, and was a great way to start off the meal. I really liked the Margarita Pizza and liked it way more then I thought I was going too. The sauce was good and the dough was just the way I liked it on this style of pizza. The weakest part of the meal was definitely the drink, which I just didn't love the flavour of. Overall, Cafe Gratitude gets a thumbs up from me. This vegetarian restaurant had a great menu, great staff, and a great environment to go along with it. I'll definitely be coming back here in the future! read more

Cafe Gratitude - Margarita Pizza and a Ginger ale! - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love this place. Atmosphere is nice and relaxing. Great place for lunch. It's on Larchmont, just south of Melrose, on the west side of the street. Street parking isn't too bad but they also have valet. It is a little pricey especially for their pressed juices - $13! But they're delicious and you didn't have to spend the time juicing all those fruit and veggies yourself! My favorite is the Yo Soy Fuerte crunchwrap. Delicious! Their fries are good too. The Properous salad is refreshing and tasty. The food here even when it's heavy like the fried mushroom chik'n sandwich, still feels somewhat light. The service is also really great. Will definitely keep coming back and definitely need to try the lasagna next time! read more

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Yesssss I am back! For the 3rd or 4th time. Cant resist myself but today I had I AM WELL. I liked it but not my favorites. However, I AM GREAT was awesome! Still love this place! Food, service, and the vibes is what makes me come back! Until next time Cafe Gratitude. read more

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My favorite spot so much that I'm basically a local there at this point. The vibes are immaculate, the staff is so authentic and fun and cool, the food is always amazing, truly the best vegan I've ever had, and it really feels like they want you to enjoy yourself when you're there.. The Dine LA here is super generous as well so it's a great time to try. read more

Café Gratitude delivers consistently flavorful, thoughtfully prepared plant-based food with a menu that feels both nourishing and indulgent. The Mediterranean Protein Bowl and butternut bolognese-style dishes were especially satisfying--rich flavors, great textures, and clearly high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is calm, modern, and welcoming, making it a solid spot for a relaxed meal or conversation. Service was friendly and attentive, though the menu can feel a bit overwhelming on the first visit and prices are on the higher side for casual dining. Overall, it's a great option for vegan or plant-forward food in LA--creative, intentional, and filling. Definitely worth returning when you want something healthy that doesn't feel boring. read more

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TLDR; Extreme basic brunch vibes. Vegan. Everything caricatured about LA but real life. Awesome ambience, food, and staff. 12/10 if you're about that energy LOL. It should already tell you what kind of place this is, that each menu item is named with an "Affirmation." For example, my Forbidden Rice Bowl was the "I am Loved." The servers will repeat your order back to you, like "So you are loved...." etc etc. It's so fun. Yes it is pricey here, but what vegan food joint isn't? What I love about this place is not only the vast menu (tough for vegan places), but also how creative they get with their ingredients. Everything tastes GOOD. Not nasty and healthy. I ordered the "I am Supported" smoothie, which was marketed to be gut-healing. It was gorgeously made, and was so filling. My forbidden rice bowl was nothing short of delicious. Each bite felt like I was doing something awesome for my body, and tasted SO good! The ambience is great here too. Wonderful outdoor patio which is always appreciated, and a gorgeous interior that did not feel stuffy or crowded. Our server was so friendly and bright, which is always a huge plus too! Parking is a little odd - they literally only have 3 parking spots in the lot, but there seems to be plenty of street parking along the side of the street! read more

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To say I am grateful that I found Cafe Gratitude is an understatement. Four of us ventured to Larchmont Village just to try this eatery. Best decision of the month for sure! We were greeted by our server Crawly who took the time to explain the menu and the affirmation game. We loved the concept and played along all afternoon. Larchmont village can get vary busy. The upside is this restaurant is on the north end of Larchmont near Melrose and is not as busy as the main village area. There is a small parking lot, under ground parking and street parking. The restrooms were clean and there is pleny of indoor seating and a great patio area. We sat on the patio. We all tried something different for our beverages and entrees. As in keeping with the program I will share with you my affirmation choices. I am love (iced hibiscus and elderberry tea) to drink and I am festive (chilaquiles) for lunch. We all shared I am thrilled (pumpkin spiced brioche french toast) as well. The iced tea comes with free refills. The chilaquiles was very tasty with a wonderful salsa. And the french toast was served with a berry compote and warm maple syrup. Make sure to check out the menu so you can see and understand all the food and beverage choices. This is a vegetarian restaurant which uses creative healthy foods rather than fake meats, etc. Besides playing along with the affirmations, the server also has a question of the day which helps to spark conversations with intention. We appreaciated Crawly's insights and stories about the philosophy behind the restaurant. Know that it can get busy here, and you can make reservation on Open Table which I highly recommend. After our visit to Cafe Gratitude, I received a thank you from the restaurant through the Open Table message system. Cafe Gratitude definitely lives up to its name! read more

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Honestly, maybe I just ordered the wrong thing, but I didn't really enjoy my meal here. It didn't have a lot of flavor not spice. My friend chose this place since she is super health conscious and has major dietary restrictions so it's good that they're serious about being transparent with the ingredients and allow you to make modifications if needed. The ambiance itself is nice so I won't take anything away from that regard. As far as service, our server wasn't overly friendly or anything. She did her job and everything came out in a timely manner, but was hoping for a little more personality or character. Anyways, just a meh experience. I'd try it again, but would absolutely order something else next time. read more

Cafe Gratitude - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Holiday catering review only Check out my previous reviews for my opinions on dining at the restaurant. Gratitude catered our holiday party this year and it was fabulous. I am so grateful for this delicious vegan food. I've had their holiday menu more than once and have had fun trying the different entrees. They have many vegan entrees to choose from. Here's how I rank them: First Place: Savory Mushroom Wellington: The Wellington won first place because of it's beautiful presentation. It's just such a classic holiday dish. The Wellington had a great mix of vegan meat and veggies. Lots of onions in here. So tasty! Second Place: Butternut Squash and Mushroom Risotto. This is what heaven tastes like. Such a great dish. So tasty. Comforting. All vegan with no fake meat which is what I like best. Could also be a side dish! Third Place: French Lentil and Walnut Loaves: The lentils are a substitute for meat. No imitation meat here. The loaves are already portioned for you so all you have to do is plate them. A great and easy dish. Fourth Place: Herbed Holiday Roast. For the meat lovers this dish is ideal. However, it requires more preparation than the other entree dishes. I prefer not to have to do too much prep with take-out and I'm more of a veggie lover so this is fourth place for me. The side dishes are also awesome. The Brussels sprouts and lemon tahini is a very tasty dish and the Brussels sprouts were cooked perfectly. I love the low calorie option of the cauliflower mashed potatoes and how buttery and rich they tasted. The brioche cornbread stuffing was moist and savory. The mushroom gravy was also a perfect condiment. The fresh cranberry and pear chutney was an interesting twist on another classic holiday condiment. The Caramel Apple pie for dessert is divine. You wouldn't guess it was from a vegan restaurant if you didn't know. I also really love the packaging on Cafe Gratitude's holiday meals. The label checks off what is in the box and the reheating instructions for everything are on the label. The Larchmont restaurant has a parking lot which is super convenient for pick up. Grateful for this wonderful food! read more

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5 stars coffee, minus 1 star for Platform fee on the bill if you pay via the QR code. read more

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Experience was so-so. Service was outstanding as usual, but I was honestly disappointed by the food and drinks that we were given. The butternut squash pasta was salty on top where the flakey salt was added, but aside from that, the flavor fell flat. Not much going on, and it felt a bit watery but no spice or flavor for what was considered vodka sauce. I enjoyed the vegetables in it, but everything was cut in random sizes. The tahini matcha latte was SO bitter. The whole drink was overpowered by the tahini, and I had to ask for extra maple syrup because it was such a savory drink and lacked so much matcha flavor and sweetener. The extra maple helped it become more drinkable, but I was so disappointed. Ambiance was fine. Tables are very close together, so it's hard to have privacy when having conversations, but not much that can be done with the limited space. I don't think I'll be back sadly, even though I love the cafe gratitude motto. read more

Cafe Gratitude - I AM ENTICING I AM BLESSED - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Such a lovely little spot. We came in after being out in the rain and immediately felt so welcomed and comfortable. The cafe itself is beautiful and cozy, and the whole team was incredibly kind. Our server honestly made the experience even better. He was so friendly and genuinely excited about the menu, took the time to explain everything, and gave us great recommendations based on what we were in the mood for. You could tell he really cared about making people have a good experience. The food and coffee were amazing, super flavorful and satisfying without feeling too heavy. It ended up being one of our favorite stops during our trip. Huge thank you to everyone there for making our day so special. read more

I really appreciate that they have their own parking lot plus underground parking -- it makes meeting up with friends for brunch so much easier! The atmosphere is always welcoming and calm, perfect for catching up over good food. As a mushroom lover, I went with their recommendation and tried the "I Am Well" bowl -- and wow, it absolutely delivered! Every ingredient in the bowl paired beautifully, with balanced flavors and so much umami. So, so good. Highly recommend! read more

Cafe Gratitude - I AM WELL (GF) - Vegan Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is a five star restaurant that I'm giving a four star review because of my experience tonight. I'd be happy to change the review if I see these things change. I've been a regular at Café Gratitude since its early days in Venice, and now living near the Larchmont location I go here frequently for years, as do my family and friends. Tonight I was first surprised by a mildly rude response to my table request by the hostess, uncharacteristic of any experience I've had over the last ~20 years I've been coming to Café Gratitude. Food, outstanding as always. Then at checkout, our server placed a plaque down on our table and told us we had to pay through a QR code, which I've never seen here. Half jokingly I told my friend, how impersonal for Café Gratitude, which is premised on real human connection. I didn't think much more of it, and went to pay, then noticed a " platform fee" on my bill, meaning that the restaurant is passing down the cost of using this platform that was not preferred over human service in the first place, without transparency upfront. My friend paid her portion of the bill without even noticing the platform fee tacked on. About 16 years ago, I read a book written by the founder of Café Gratitude called Conscious Commerce, which I still remember much of today. Whoever conceived the idea to streamline the checkout process in this way, has strayed from the business principles that it is founded on and has built its credibility around with poor execution. Is this a fast food restaurant? Big Chain restaurant? What is the cost of connection that would inspire this type of corner cutting for efficiency? I mentioned to the server that I hoped my concerns would be relayed to management, and felt his response was lacking any real understanding or empathy, again coming back to whether the restaurant is losing sight of its foundational value values. I hope this review can be received as constructive. This experience alone won't dissuade me from continuing to eat at Café Gratitude, however, if I continue to notice that the restaurant is straying away from its identity and philosophy at the expense of quality, service, and community values, that can change. Hoping for the best, and that my review is well received. read more

I've been wanting to try Café Gratitude for a while, and the DineLA lunch menu gave us the perfect reason. It was $25 per person for a drink and two food items which I think is a great deal. There's also underground parking and we were seated quickly. The space is small but cute, with nice window seating for smaller parties. My husband and I ordered separately so we could share with our toddler. The I Am Chill drink was a hit and instantly claimed by our little one. I had the I Am Shining but wasn't a fan since I'm not into sparkling-style drinks. If you are, it might be more your thing. I ended up ordering an iced oat milk cafe latte (I Am Light) to drink instead so my husband can take over my drink. For food, we tried the I Am Enticing, I Am Awesome, I Am Delectable, and I Am Beaming. The hearts of palm crab cakes were flavorful and well balanced with the slaw. The eggplant parmesan sandwich was delicious and the almond burrata was creamy and rich. The corn ribs were our absolute favorite and we would order those again and again. They were also kind enough to put the salsa macha on the side due to our toddler's peanut allergy so that he could have some corn.The salsa had an umami-rich peanut and chili oil flavor that we loved thay paired well with the crema. The pesto pasta had great textures and just the right saltiness. We also really liked the cresta di gallo noodles. Everything we tried was so delicious and we can't wait to come back and try more. Make sure to sign up for their rewards program for $10 off your next visit. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Been giving more vegan places a try and I came here with high expectations. The concept was really unique and the service was great! They follow the theme of the restaurant which was clever and eye-catching. Before diving in: Service: 5/5 Food: 3/5 Ambience: 5/5 We ordered the buffalo cauliflower, the I am Glorious and I am Valued. I fully understand with vegan food that you have to try and appreciate it for what it is, rather than comparing it to what it is taking inspiration from. However, the two wraps did not hit the spot for us. The buffalo cauliflower was so good that it got us excited for our main meal, but we ended up leaving over half of it and filling up on the sides. It felt like a right idea, bad execution situation. With all this being said, I think it is still worth a try for vegans or just anyone who wants to try something new. Side note: maybe skip the matcha. Latte was good! read more

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