Crispy quinoa is a stand out…read more Thé orange chicken and Parthia is also very good. The service is friendly and helpful. Parking can be a little tough. I like to grab take out here.

I used to LOVE Hope Kitchen. When I lived in Los Angeles, I…read morewent there at least once a week and always had a great experience. Unfortunately, my first visit back in two years was extremely disappointing. My server wasn't very communicative and didn't explain the menu, portion sizes, or that many dishes were meant to be shared, so I ended up ordering far more food than I needed. The food was not what I remembered. The curry was overly salty, I didn't enjoy the dumpling filling, and the protein inside the spring rolls had an unpleasant aftertaste. Overall, I simply didn't like the food (beside the vegetables soup) The atmosphere was extremely overwhelming. The outdoor seating I used to enjoy was gone, and inside the restaurant was crowded and very noisy, with loud customers, music, and kitchen noise all competing at once. After a long day, I was hoping for a relaxing dinner, but instead left with a strong migraine, I was trying to eat and felt like I wanted to run away from there to just get peace & quiet. When I paid, I explained that I genuinely didn't like most of the food. Despite barely eating more than a soup, a few bites of curry, and one spring roll, I was still charged $53 and was told "there was nothing they could do about it" This restaurant is nothing like the Hope Kitchen I used to know. Between the disappointing food, poor service, and uncomfortable atmosphere, it was a terrible experience. I won't be returning, and I cannot recommend it.

I want to start by saying, that my wife and I give every vegan place a shot, as there are so few…read moreleft. That being said, We were in NoHo, and saw "The Vegan & More" in Studio City, so we made a detour, and decided to give this establishment a try. The address for this place is simple, however, when you look for the marquee that reads "The Vegan & More" you don't see it. What you do see is at the same address (and they happen to have a Yelp Page for that restaurant too BTW) is the Jumpin Java Kitchen, which has been there since 1995! As you can see from the photos, this place that first attracted us to come, is not a full blown restaurant, nor a pop-up (that we also passed on this a.m.) but a page from the menu from another restaurant. To me, this is what one would call BAIT AND SWITCH. Now let's get on to what was ordered.. My wife ordered the Vegan Egg Scramble.. and mind you, the photo that they showcase both on Yelp and Google, is FAR FROM what they served. The key to this dish is the vegan egg... not the veggies... .and you can see from our posted photos, from this a.m. there's barely anything there... which is why my wife didn't eat it. Now there are a few things that really bug me here... 1. The Vegan & More should not have a page on Yelp,a and Yes, I am going to complain, as when we arrived at the address, there's absolutely NOTHING there to say we were in the right place, other than the address. Also when we asked the server, he confirmed they have Vegan Options.. Not once was the name "Vegan & More" mentioned! 2. Portions, what you advertise from your photos, IS NOT what you serve. Forget about the overabundant of "home potatoes" that costs you nothing, but the very key of the meal, for a vegan to eat, you barely put anything on... yet while your photos show otherwise... 3. When the server asked if we wanted a box, and we refused, you would think the owner would be notified that the meal hasn't be touched... but no.. nothing. We got the check, paid WAY TOO MUCH for barely anything... Did I eat, yes, was it good, it was ok... but that's not why we were here... A new Vegan Restaurant in Studio City is what brought us here... However, FULL TRANSPARENCY is needed! Don't say one thing, and be something else... not even a mention to rebranding, nothing... Jumpin Java Kitchen IS what is where you would expect to find The Vegan & More"... Beware....!!!!

Worst Vegan food experience I've had. Male server with beard and glasses was rude and threw menus…read more My partner had a question about about one of the smoothies and he just stopped mid sentence and walked away. He made the smoothie without her saying she even wanted it so we got stuck with that. Breakfast burrito had no seasoning. Pancakes tasted like nothing and they only gave us about 2tbsp of syrup. Did not check on us at all even when we motioned to them. We waited and waited for the check and 3 different servers asked how the food was. We said it's was not good and we're obviously unhappy. No one made any attempt to converse with us or offer anything other than the bill. $70 for bad service, weird attitudes and bland food.

I've dined in several times before, but I came more recently to get some takeout. My order was made…read morepromptly and I was greeted by a friendly employee who assisted me and ensured I got the correct order. The ambiance in the restaurant is lovely and the seating is very comfortable. It also smells great there. I got the pad Thai which was fantastic. It was well spiced and flavorful and had a lovely peanut flavor. The noodles were thick and doughy and really took on the sauce well. I got it with the faux chicken, which had a really meat-like texture and just the right amount of tenderness. The carrots and bean sprouts were crisp and added a nice crunch. It wasn't too heavy and I felt really good afterwards. Parking is really easy either at a metered spot in front, on the residential streets on the side or in their adjacent parking lot. I will definitely return again soon to enjoy items from their vast menu and hope to enjoy their wonderful dine in experience!

First time here and I was honestly blown away. My boyfriend brought me since he's been coming for…read moreyears, and now I totally get why. I'll admit, I sometimes feel like vegetarian food can lack flavor, but that was definitely NOT the case here. Everything we had was bold, flavorful, fresh, and absolutely delicious. We ordered the lunch special: I had the spicy eggplant with soy beef, and he had the pad Thai. Both dishes were packed with flavor, perfectly tender, and didn't feel like they were "missing" anything compared to non-vegetarian dishes. The rice stood out, it wasn't your typical plain jasmine rice but more of a hearty grain blend, which I actually enjoyed even more. On top of the amazing food, the staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. This place is definitely going to be a regular for me when I'm in the area. It's a bit of a drive, but 100% worth it. A huge bonus if you have kids! they have a little station with crayons and Legos. That small detail made a big difference for me. My toddlers stayed happily entertained, and I was actually able to sit and enjoy my meal in peace. Thank you for thinking of parents and creating a more relaxed dining experience!!! 100% recommend.

Element Vegan Cuisine is a pop up restaurant that primarily sells Asian-inspired dishes from sushi…read moreand poke. I decided to try out their poke nachos. It cost $22.05. What's nice is that there's a good quantity of wonton chips but unfortunately, the overall taste was just not good. It wasn't good enough for me to finish it. The eel sauce, spicy mayo and such just did not combine well with the wonton chips. It got to the point where I was just looking for the spicy tuna but they put so little of it in the whole thing that I had to just throw it out.

I tried their vegan pretzel dog and Oreo cookie braided pretzel. It was way bigger than I thought…read moreand tasted amazing. They serve it fresh and hot too so you get the best bang for your buck- I would highly recommend the spot!

I love this place! Thé lettuce wrap tacos are a great appetizer, any pizza with their cashew cheese…read moreis fantastic (I always ask for extra) and thé juices are so tasty and healthy. I've tried the nachos and penne as well and both were delicious. Service is pretty good, you seat yourself and someone takes your order. I love the ambience, it's like a garden party meets day club without the loud music and more chill vibes. Parking is limited in the lot. But there is street parking as well.

Coming back to SunCafe after about three years felt nostalgic -- it's one of those places that's…read morebeen part of the vegan scene for a while. I went with the Beyond Burger and a jackfruit taco. The burger was solid; flavorful, well put together, and something I'd definitely get again. The taco was a nice addition too. The space is still beautiful and has that relaxed, sit-down energy that's perfect if you're not in a rush. I will say, I would've appreciated a little more guidance when it came to choosing items on the menu, especially with so many options. But overall, the food still holds up. A good spot to revisit if you're in the area.

I finally made it to Leonor's, a longtime vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurant that has been…read moreserving Studio City since 1988. I started with the vegan chicken salad, and it was honestly such a pleasant surprise. It was fresh, creamy, filling and came with warm bread on the side. It is a great option for someone who wants something a little lighter without leaving hungry. The California Hamburger was also solid and came loaded with guacamole and fresh toppings, but the asada tacos completely stole the show. The soy asada was packed with flavor, and once I added their house salsa, I was officially addicted. I also tried the Special Pizza. I am not usually a pizza person, but I completely understand why this one is so popular. It was loaded with toppings, had a good crust and tasted even better with a little extra spice. For drinks, I had the horchata and the Vampire Juice made with carrot, orange and beets. Both paired really well with the food. Leonor's is currently asking the community for support, so this is a great time to pull up, bring a friend and discover a longtime local spot.

The staff is really nice, and the restaurant is pretty in a Mexican ambience sort of way. Parking…read moreis easy in their private parking lot. I was thrilled to see an only-vegetarian Mexican restaurant not too far from where I live, but the food isn't the most nutritious. I ordered the Doug's Delight burrito. This basically had brown rice inside, with a sparse amount of pinto beans. There was no salsa / pico de gallo. It was topped with avocado slices, and some ranchero sauce. The sauce was good, but the inside -- the most important part of the burrito, kept me wanting an actual veggie burrito filling. I think if they added tofu as an option, like Sharky's does, and black beans, and pico de gallo, and made it have very little rice, it would be a pretty good burrito. But, this wasn't a pretty good burrito. So, 3 stars only.

Saw them at Vegan Street Fair in Westwood. My visit to the fair was more so to have small tastings…read moreof the vendors rather than having to choose one place for a large meal. They had $5 BBQ "wings" so I decided to try them. They were very tasty! Service was also great. Will definitely give them another try.

Beefy Leafy Goodness…read more Leaf Over Beef is an incredible fully vegan plant-based pop-up eatery serving up delicious BBQ style soul comfort food in the Greater Los Angeles Area including North Hollywood, Long Beach, Sylmar with BBQ Plates, Burgers, Wings, and so much more. Their food is made with warmth, flavor and flare. BBQ Chick'N Fries, Birria Tacos, 8 Hour Smoked Wings, that Mac n Cheese and just and endless assortment of great things. The service is a 30/10 each an every time. L.O.B. offers some beautiful deals and experiences including their feasts for All You Can Eat BBQ. Currently you can still catch that at the local Vegan Exchange LA, rotating in the SFV each month, as well as Craft Beer Long Beach Festival and movies night at Pioneer Cemetery. Check them out of Eventbrite, Instagram and Facebook. This popular pop up only gets better with age w/ a versatile menu that also includes some brunchy/breakfast things. Available for delivery during their pop up days, usually via Uber Eats/Postmates or DoorDash. Some gluten-free options in the mix like some of their tacos. Come out and Leaf up the P-Based Beef!

Vegan HEAVEN! or more like Mexican Vegan HEAVEN! the possibilities, the options, the sugar!…read moreLiterally any Mexican bakery item you can think of is here in Vegan version. I can now enjoy my cravings in peace and pull up to potlucks with everyone's favorites. I ordered a concha, puerquito, and quava emepanada. They were all yummy, but I especially liked the quava filling in the empanada. Parking lot shared with neighboring businesses. Service is quick and friendly. Prices are decent!

Toluca Bakery is such a little gem! You can't go wrong with anything here -- the tamales, conchas,…read moreand flan were all delicious. The highlight was the vegan tres leches cake... absolutely perfect! Vegan tres leches cakes are hard to find, and it was the birthday boy's special request. Even the non-vegan familia loved it and couldn't taste the difference! Thank you for writing on the cake and helping make my son Andres' birthday extra special. Toluca Bakery will definitely be a must-stop every time we're in LA!

El Cocinero is magic. Plant based, mouthwatering, food coma portions MAGIC. You're gonna want to go…read moreagain and again so you can try everything! I still have so much to try. Been blown away by everything. My bf who has been scarred by some 100% vegan restaurants in the past tried a bite of my bowl and went back for at least 10 more bites. The true test.

There is a term you say in Hawai'i that when something is good, it "broke da mouth." AND THIS…read moreVEGAN Mexican dinner by El Cocinero BROKE MY MOUTH! I recently tried out El Cocinero's food at an event that they catered to. As a person who eats meat and is not restricted, I would come here for the good food. The vegan al pastor had chunks of pineapple and it is seasoned and cooked to taste just like the meat version. The texture is just a little bit different but it does resemble a lot like meat. The vegan pastor also tastes just like the meat version, just less "smoky" and the texture is softer. The rice is flavorful and fluffy. The beans are seasoned just enough to have flavor but not compete with the other dishes. The creamy chipotle sauce was perfect topping the rice and beans. I do like vegan food but the only reference I had with Mexican vegan are places that try to add fake cheese and lean heavily on beans and rice. This business shows that you can still have all the flavors and not rely on cheese and meat. They focus on the flavors and not what would make non-vegans feel comfortable. Initially, I was going to give this first time experience a 4 star review so that it encourages me to go check out the restaurant so I can add the service and the ambiance. However, I was lucky enough to bring home leftovers and as I was eating it, the food tastes better. Had to add the extra star!

The kind employee was very warm and welcoming and patient with all our questions. A great way to…read morestart our day! Such a sweet and beautiful space. Love all the pink balanced by the green plants. Lots of drink options yet we stuck to an Americano and tea. Although we aren't vegan, we were pleased with the food options. The "ham and cheese" croissant was delicious. The avocado toast was probably one of the best I've had. Sweetness of the avo paired with the acidic tart of the pickled onions along with the capers, topped w tagine made for a scrumptious breaky.

Good food, but the worst service imaginable, and they are theives. Increbly slow to serve if you…read moreorder there, but DON'T ever order online from them. They won't make your food, and then refuse to refund your order, even if you order via their own website and preferred vendor. There's sadly very few vegan places in the valley, but this place should be avoided.