I first came to Hey, Sunshine Kitchen back in 2024 and somehow never wrote the review they deserved! I've always loved their chicken sandwich and nuggets, so I already knew the food here was good. But on my latest visit, I finally tried the Classic Cheeseburger after people had been recommending it to me for MONTHS, and now I understand why. JUICY. Flavorful. Messy in the best way. Just an incredibly satisfying vegan burger, and one I've been thinking about ever since. Hey, Sunshine Kitchen continues to be such a gem in Culver City. Whether you're vegan or just looking for really good plant-based food, this is absolutely one to have on your list. read more

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If you're a normal person, this place tastes like booty. My group got the burger and chicken sandwich and it was... definitely a flavor. Yuck. The drinks were ok. Nothing crazy. The service was somewhat questionable, with us having to ask for napkins and our last drink, and them telling us we already have it, when we clearly didn't. The tables are also microscopic and the biggest one only fits 2 people. Yeah, probably won't ever be back for some yucky expensive food. The hot sauce bottles were all near empty, if that's any indication of the flavors. The places looks cute and all but yeah, no thanks. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

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As a vegan for over a decade I ALWAYS want to support vegan businesses. I have had an experience here of both good and bad. First, let me start off by saying I think its overpriced- WAY overpriced. I can get a fully organic meal at Panini Grill for $30 that will last me several days. A few of the employees are wonderful but the male manager is odd at best- he gives off swarmy vibes and today when I picked up my food (which was $30 for a ceasar salad and small side of macaroni) I noticed there was barely any vegan chicken- I asked the manager about it and he said that it was standard and if I dug under the chicken it will be spread throughout the bowl. Well, it wasn't. And while I was there, I commented that the food is quite expensive and what we are given does not seem to equate to the cost the manager said he could provide extra vegan chicken this one time- as if he was doing ME a favor, I declined. I won't be going back- this is the second not good experience I have had with poor delivery of food. I have noticed the same thing in some of the other comments- my food when I picked it up was ice cold and strewn all over- The order I picked up today the lid didn't even fit on the to go order so I had to make sure it didn't spill everywhere-really disappointed all around. Your money goes much further at Cava, Variable Cafe, That Vegan Joint, etc. I also worked for YEARS in the food service industry, so I am very aware of what goes into things. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - This was chicken salad bowl- notice how there are 4 small pieces of chicken- that was it. Almost $30- - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

Great food fix! Friendly service. We were greeted as soon as walked in. It's a small restaurant, cute decor and very casual. We ordered the cheeseburger, crispy chicken sandwich, mac & cheese, strawberry mint lemonade, and chocolate velvet cake. Lol! Hungry, hungry!!! Everything was delicious, flavourful, fresh, soft sandwich buns, filling and satisfying. Highly recommended! read more

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April 29, 2026 | Culver City | Hey, Sunshine Kitchen is quite the vibrant, as well as Plant-Based Café that keeps me coming back for more! Plus, the name is super cute! Star of the Show | Vegan Hot Spicy Chicken Sandwich | On my first visit, along with my best friend, we ordered & shared a number of items: taco, limited edition plant based spicy chicken bowl w/rice, sweet potato fries, and a cookie! The Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich stands above the rest, took full control the spotlight & still makes my mouth water, simply thinking of the flavors bursting from that crispy sandwich on that brioche bun! Yum!! Oops, I Did It Again | My best friend and I returned to only get Chicken Sandwiches... and a cookie for me! One night, I ordered myself a Chicken Sandwich, sweet potato fries, & a cookie via a delivery service for dinner! I most recently grabbed a Chicken Sandwich & a cookie to go, after having just had a late lunch with a friend, as part of her birthday celebration! That Chicken Sandwich is something special... the flavor of it all & seasoning keeps me coming back for more!! Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie | Yum! At first, I was hesitant, because I don't really like sprinkles as much! Let me let you know that the Vegan sprinkles on top of the yummy cookie are absolutely delicious! Sweet Potato Fries | Tasty & delicious alongside the Chicken Sandwich! I love, sweet potato fries! Seating & Parking | Inside & Outside Patio Seating! I've only experienced the outside patio seating with vibrant, yellow umbrella cover tables! Super cute! Parking is free and shared with other shops & restaurants! Sharing Is Caring | While attending an event/luncheon in Beverly Hills, I sat next to this really cool girl who lives in Culver City! In the midst of our fun & constant conversation and letting her know that I was Vegetarian/Pescatarian, she recommended Hey, Sunshine Kitchen! Thanks again! You are so right, I loved it! Also, while chatting with my Vegan Private Chef friend, told him about the sandwich, & he let me know that he enjoyed it the minute he tried it! Overall | Well, Hey Sunshine, you will definitely see me again! As you can see, the Chicken Sandwich had me a hello! Haha! I highly recommend! Let's go! read more

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Was in WLA today to handle some business and pick up some supplies after an early morning round of Disc Golf in Pasadena. Got hungry after a long drive and we found HSK on Yelp. IT'S SO DELICIOUS. The carnitas tacos and the crumble tacos taste so good! As a Hispanic who loves street tacos, HSK has elevated the street taco and made it vegan! The garnish was superb! The Mac and cheese tasted like real Mac and Cheese. The Spiced Hibiscus reminded me of what we drink on Noche Buena and it was delicious also. The chicken sandwich was also delicious. Definitely returning! Worth the trip :) read more

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OMG OMG OMG !!! Soooooo good ! We got the Mediterranean chickpea bowl and the chicken Caesar bowl, Mac and cheese and a side of chickpea fritters The fritters were out of this world!! The sauces were the best I've ever had. The aioli and carrot sauce the bowls were so delicious but I do like the chickpea more than the " chicken " I wish this place was closer to us in burbank. I'd eat here all the time. I can t wait to come back! The raspberry cake is the bomb too. This place has the best vegan food I've had in forever. Had to get a couple orders or chickpea nuggets to go. I can't live without them To top it off the owners of the restaurant heather anc Jenny were here and were so sweet and friendly. I love to support small businesses with lovely people who put their hearts into the incredible menu read more

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Great, tasty, and very healthy food. The entire menu is vegan. I enjoyed the Mediterranean chickpea bowl. You can also create your own bowl. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

Super blown away. I'm not vegan and this was actually my first time trying a vegan restaurant. Everything tasted amazing and hit all the right flavor notes. It wasn't just "good for vegan food," it was just really good food. The staff and the owner were super friendly and welcoming which made the whole experience even better. It's also the perfect place to grab something after a workout at the gym nearby. The food is healthy, filling, and tastes great while hitting all the nutritional goals. I tried the backyard BBQ tofu, for only a little over $15! This place honestly changed my perspective on vegan food and I'd pick it over the usual fast casual spots. I'll definitely be coming back a few more times before moving. This place is the gold standard for what locally owned restaurants should be. Highly recommend checking it out, you won't regret it! read more

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Sososo good! I order takeout here at least once a week because I'm always craving Hey, Sunshine! My go-to is their build your own bowl option + mac 'n cheese. The workers are CFA level friendly & my order is accurate 99% of the time. Prices are a bit high, but it's worth it considering they use quality, yummy ingredients. Will be back again next week :) read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Build Your Own - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

4.5 stars! This is an all vegan restaurant. I came by around 2pm on Saturday and it was still plenty busy! Not only was the restaurant busy, but so was the parking lot. A decently large parking lot but shared with many other restaurants and a gym. I was circling in loops in an endless line for awhile. As for the restaurant, it is pretty small on the inside and the line crowds out the door really quickly. You can order at the counter or there's one self kiosk on the side. Order, get a number, and sit at a table and they'll bring the food out to you. Self-bus the dishes afterward. My partner and I got the limited edition hot sesame chicken with crispy rice bowl, crispy chicken sandwich and for sides: Mac and cheese and chickpea nuggets. My favorites might've been the sides. Those had the best flavor of all. The bowl was good and felt healthy but was just a bit underwhelmed by flavor. All their dressings were on the watery and more runny side. I suppose that means it's healthier? The chicken sandwich was solid. Had all the fixings to hit every flavor note. read more

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I liked this place; it serves good food, but it's a bit overrated on Yelp, in my opinion. I made a custom bowl, with half rice and half salad, plant-based chicken, and a bunch of toppings, including a bunch of roasted veggies and croutons. I also got a cookie with sprinkles on it. The bowl felt nourishing and it was tasty, but I wasn't blown away. It's a neighborhood lunch spot to me, and a solid one, but not a place to go out of your way for. The cookie was just okay. Ultimately, I'm not in a rush to come back but I could see it happening. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Custom Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

Really yummy vegan comfort food. The service is friendly and quick, you stand and order at the counter, seat yourself, and then they drop the food off. Prices are pretty standard. The inside is clean and cute. It's nice that there's a free parking lot, so none of the usual LA struggle. The mac and cheese was the best, most convincing cheese I've ever had. Portions are generous. Loved it overall. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Spicy chicken sandwich - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

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I've visited in person and have had delivery. I'm a vegetarian with a smaller appetite. Meal bowls are delish. Strawberry lemonade is yum. Everything is pretty tasty apart from the chocolate chip sprinkle cookie, which had a strange charred taste and was so moist it fell apart as I tried to eat it. That said, my main disappointment is having no nutrition information available. That's something I would expect from a health oriented/ingredient centered restaurant. read more

The food here is so good!! We were greeted kindly by the staff and they seemed happy to have us there. Comfortable seating inside and outside. I absolutely loved the chickpea bowl. It was packed with flavor and each item has its own unique taste that went well together. A fairly big menu that I would love to continue trying. Very bright environment as well :) read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Classic Cheeseburger, Mediterranean Chickpea Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

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Finally tried this place out and it is worth all the hype!!! My friends and I are not vegan, but we all LOVED our food! Everything was fresh, flavorful and delicious. The portions are a nice size as well. I also recommend getting the spiced hibiscus tea! The space is bright and cute with seating both inside and out, mostly 2-top tables. The staff were very friendly including the owner. They made sure we had what we needed and answered any questions we had. The restaurant is located in a shopping center which had plenty of available parking in the lot. Best casual vegan place I've ever been to! Looking forward to going back! read more

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WE LOVE PLANT BASED OPTIONS So far, I've had the jackfruit taco, falafel bowl and the chickpea sandwich. 10/10 all around. Jackfruit taco def has a kick. I'm so happy hey, sunshine kitchen joined Culver City. read more

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My friend and I both ordered the Backyard BBQ Tofu. We both really liked our dinner. The food was delicious and filling but the services was even better. The woman who took my order at the counter was friendly, funny and helpful. She gave orders to the kitchen, got the dinners into bags, kept the customers informed when their food would be ready. She was a real asset to Hey Sunshine Kitchen. My order was ready within ten minutes. I will definitely be back. read more

While working just adjacent to Hey Sunshine I popped in to try it out. And what a delicious decision! I was greeted by a friendly woman (I'll assume manager or owner who was training "Zach"), and she was so warm and welcoming! She inquired if I had been before and I said "no", so she began to provide information about the amazing menu. I asked about the window special "hot sesame chicken bowl" in comparison to the Crispy Chicken Sandwich and she shared the bowl was spicy but filling and so I went with it! While I waited, she offered water (available on the counter) and I listened to how she was training Zach. She was so passionate and caring describing how to gently place bowls in the to go bags and why it makes a difference. Why some get utensils and some don't, but she cared and it showed. Her passionate care for presentation showed so much pride in the product and that alone hyped me up to already start planning my lunch for tomorrow (yes, I'll be coming back for sure!). The restaurant was clean and bright and takes pride in their presentation and food and it shows, look at those YELP! Awards proudly displayed on their counter!!! And they are definitely well deserved! My Hot Sesame Chicken Bowl was served on greens, came with a delicious citrus vinaigrette dressing and the freshest vegetables! hey Sunshine, everything about you is Excellent! read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Crispy Chicken - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

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A nice and refreshing find for a simple Sunday Brunch.... My friend and I both built our own bowls and my meal was flavorful, light and refreshing just like I like.... I personally got Fresh Salad Greens for the Base, Sesame Crusted Avocado for the Main, for the 6 toppings: broccoli, black beans, red onions, sweet potato, beets and cabbage; and finally for my sauce I got the lemon herb aioli.... Service was simple and they help give you recommendations when you order, after that you sit down and they bring you your order.... Interior seating is limited but there was space I like that the place is bright and nice inside... It is quite far from me but I would try to go again. read more

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This sister-owned, plant based, neighborhood gem is MAGIC! They are so deserving of all the love and success that continues to come their way. Food - delicious. I've had the chicken sandwiches, bowls, and mac and cheese (OMG!) Everything is SO tasty. And good for the planet! Space - gorgeous Service - amazing Owners - two in a million! Can't wait for my next Hey, Sunshine Kitchen meal! read more

Went straight here from LAX to visit for the first time with my daughter and her husband that arrived from Spain, just based on the reviews...and man they lived up to the hype! Great food and fast service and the manager Julian is a gem and was so welcoming and personable to us, made us want to come back anytime we're in the area. Highly recommended and I'm not even Vegan but my daughter is we all loved everything we ordered! read more

I stumbled upon this spot on Yelp, looking for a bite to eat in Culver City. I'm so happy I decided to come here, because this spot lives up to the 5 star reviews. It's located in a plaza with atrocious parking, but once you manage to snag a spot after a couple loops around, you are greeted by friendly faces at Hey, Sunshine Kitchen. There are so many delicious sounding options, but I opted for the Backyard BBQ Tofu bowl which comes with sunshine rice, BBQ tofu, sweet potato, coleslaw, sautéed cauliflower, grilled corn, diced tomato, shoestring onions, fresh cilantro, massaged kale, pickled red onions, lime, and buttermilk ranch. They give a generous portion and it's a hefty bowl. You can taste the quality and freshness of each ingredient, and this bowl was incredible. The flavors and textures of everything was perfect. Ugh, I wish they had more locations because Culver is a trek for me. They make healthy food taste like the best thing on Earth and make the experience enjoyable. I will be returning for sure and in the meantime, will be trying to recreate this at home. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Backyard BBQ Tofu Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

After learning about the founders' goals and commitment to support small local farmers while focusing on fresh clean ingredients that are non-GMO, plant-based, and sustainable, it is truly inspiring that Jenny and Heather have developed this beautiful women-owned kitchen! Knowing that their dedication to support small businesses increases the cost of their menu, I was enticed to come back to try their other items: the chickpea patty bowl, chickpea nuggets, and macaroni and cheese. The chickpea patty bowl was $15 and had a variety of ingredients from beets, chopped sweet potato, chickpea patty (although not crispy), cauliflower, corn, onions, kale, cranberries, lime, and sunshine rice. All of the ingredients were fresh and the jalapeño cream gave it a nice kick all together. Personally, I still love their fried chicken patty sandwich! The macaroni and cheese was delicious! With fried shoe string onions, it was flavorful and cheesy and only $4.95. The chickpea patty nuggets were yummy as well. Lightly but perfectly crispy with a tender filling like sweet potato dipped in a nice bbq sauce. I thought it was also fairly priced at $5.95. I ordered through ToastTab and picked up with no hassle. Service was quick and friendly and the interior was clean. Thanks for having me back Jenny and Heather! :) also picked up some poppy seeds today! read more

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The crispy chicken sandwich is super but the potato salad has been sitting in the sunshine too long it melted. Too soupy, like a chowder and not a salad. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Potato Salad or Soup? - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen truly lives up to its name. It feels like nourishing your body with pure sunshine. Everything is fresh, vibrant, and just so good. Everything on the menu is packed with flavor and both satisfying and energizing at the same time. It's the perfect spot for a casual lunch when you want something that actually makes you feel good afterward. The Strawberry Mint Lemonade is absolute perfection. Refreshing, bright, and it hits the spot every time. The service is fast and friendly, and I've never had to wait, making it even easier to keep coming back. I also just discovered they offer cooking classes, which makes me love this place even more. Healthy, delicious, and full of life. Definitely a go-to. read more

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The limited time bowl with half rice half greens was so delicious. It has a good flavor in the sesame sauce and good crunchy/soft texture balance. My mom either got the hot or crispy chicken sandwich which was hot, fresh, and had a good spice to it. The lemonade was a good tart one. The macaroni tasted like how I remember when I used to eat animal products and the crispy onions were an excellent topping. There was only one person working at the time but she was very sweet and attentive to her work. Even though there's a tablet to order from, she was ready to help and patient with me when I was ordering. The place was a bit small with tables close together but there's also outdoor seating. And there's a restroom read more

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WoW!!! I was blown away by the bowl here. I am not vegetarian and have never tried plant-based meats and the hearty beef crumble was extremely tasty and memorable. The meat was seasoned to perfection and all the veggies and different types of onions were so fresh and delicious. I got a side of the ranch since I'm a big ranch fan and it was awesome with the bowl! Can't wait to come back and it was huge and super filling. read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Hearty Beef Crumble - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

Another great meal from Hey Sunshine Kitchen. This time I ordered the Hot Chicken Sandwich and it was delicious! The combination of the crispy plant based patty,Cole slaw, pickles, mayo on a Brioche Bun was perfect! I would definitely order this sandwich again. Another Home Run from Hey Sunshine Kitchen! read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Hot Chicken - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

The customer service from the manager was awesome. We ordered his recommendations of the Mediterranean Burger, chocolate cake and Mediterranean Chickpea (salad), and strawberry lemonades. One of the authors/owner was there so I was very surprised that this 4.9 rated vegan restaurant missed the mark so hard. I personally told the owner that we didn't receive what we ordered, because there were elements missing from the salad and no chocolate cake. She came to the table to see the salad had no lime, no massaged kale and no mint. If I were her, I'd have been embarrassed by giving a customer such a substandard experience, especially with me actually in the building, but they don't care in there. Maybe this happens often. Her response was to get a bowl of DRY kale, and threw some mint and lime on top. I could not believe this woman. She did it with a smile, but honestly that is terrible service. Any other place would have remade it for less. She wanted us to make that mess into a meal, I really should've gotten a refund. The beets were brown and it was sitting on Romain lettuce with a rotten leaf they overlooked, she saw all this and was fine with it. To be a vegan restaurant in California, nothing was fresh. She gave us two brownies for the trouble which I did not want, I just wanted my cake. My cake was awesome but those brownies must've been on their way out, they tasted like fig newtons! First and last time ever patronizing this joint. This was definitely a 1 star experience, yuck. read more

I'm so glad I stumbled on this spot while browsing UberEats! I ordered the Classic Cheeseburger--it's a Beyond Burger, but the kitchen gives it this subtle, flavorful upgrade that leaves most of the uninspired vegan burgers I've had on my travels in the dust. It's easily my new go-to. Pro tip: Since I was ordering delivery, I called the restaurant directly right after placing it to ask if they'd leave the patty on the grill just a touch longer than usual. They were so sweet about it and executed it flawlessly. Also, can we talk about the coleslaw? I usually steer clear of restaurant slaw because so many places drown it in heavy, uninviting mayo. But Sunshine absolutely delivered. Their dressing is beautifully light and slightly sweet--honestly, it makes an amazing burger topping. So many vegan spots rely way too heavily on processed, hyper-engineered faux meats and cheeses. This place strikes such a lovely, authentic balance. You can get a genuinely vibrant, healthy bowl, or dive into comfort food classics like their mean vegan chicken sandwich--and I hear the sweet potato fries are a fantastic side, too. To top it all off, the female owners are absolute gems. Even over the phone, they treat everyone with this effortless, warm hospitality that makes you feel like an old friend. It's just great energy all around. Check them out! read more

So much flavor, love this place! The cheeseburger is amazing, and I love the picnic bowl when they offer it (or just get the build your own bowl with the crispy chicken and bbq ranch). Try the Mac and cheese too, so good! read more

Plant based kitchen and the burgers are so good. They are pretty quick with the service as well. It kind of hidden in a shopping center across a Brazilian restaurant. Highly recommend. read more

This is such a great spot for a hearty and healthy meal, whether you're vegan or not. The portions are large and filling, and every ingredient is so fresh and pairs well together. I made my own bowl with the beef crumble and pistachio dressing, because a lot of the reviews mentioned those as their favorites, and it did not disappoint. Also, the sweet potato fries are delicious! I love that this spot has parking, although the lot is always busy, and service is really great too! read more

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen - Beef Crumble bowl - Vegan Near Me - Culver City, California

Great food in a cute space. The Mac and Cheese tastes like childhood, and the fried onions were a nice addition. Excellent jackfruit carnitas taco. The chickpea patty sandwich reminded me of a filet-o-fish in a good way and the sweet potato fries were perfectly crisp and fluffy. The buttermilk ranch sauce was flavorful but a bit watery. The pistachio Caesar was flavorful and a thicker better consistency. And even the brownie was great and not too sweet. I can't wait for my next visit! read more

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LOVE the vegan concept, LOVE the people running it, and LOOOVE the Mediterranean Chickpea Burger. Words can't describe how perfectly flavorful this burger is... the chickpea patty is crispy on the outside, softer on the inside; coleslaw is fresh and crisp; mint leaves add sooo much flavor; burger bun is super satisfying. I don't know what else they put into this burger but every bite = pure bliss. Conveniently located with plenty of parking outside, and lovely indoor & outdoor seating. We usually get our food to go, and the packaging is very professional. Service is always quick and efficient. What makes me truly happy is the happy faces of the owners (when we enter the restaurant and are greeted by them) and how involved they are in the running of their restaurant. This is a place with so much HEART. Let's all do our part to support it! read more

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This place is my fixation right now! It's SOO SOO good! If I could rate it more than 5 stars I would! They have so many selections here, like warm bowls & salads, sandwiches, tacos, sides, & desserts! My go to bowl (~$15) is: Sunshine rice with beef crumble, cauliflower, broccoli, sweet potatoes, shoe string onions, cucumber, corn, & pistachio Caesar dressing! I believe their beef crumble is made with beyond meat, so you know its yummyyy! I've also tried the jackfruit carnitas my first time here & it's delicious as well! I legit can't even tell it's jack fruit! If you're open to trying new plant based foods, sunshine is the best place to try it because everything they make is so so good. I can't stress that enough! Service is always so welcoming, friendly, and so attentive! They always check up on you & make sure everything's going well or if you have any questions! Ambiance is great and homey! Lots of indoor/outdoor, & accessibility seating read more

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The bowl was so amazing! The sandwiches were surprisingly bland, but the hot chicken one was was okay. It has a really cute ambiance and the service was not bad, they did forget a couple of things and bring us the wrong order originally (but trying not to hold that against them since they seemed to get busy right after we got there). We did the build your own bowl and I loved it! (It was on the dry side, so we did add a lot of sauce and hot sauce). Personally, we did not like the Barbeque Jackfruit Sandwich, I would avoid that and try something else. Food: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Value: 3/5 Overall: 3.5/5 read more

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I had their mac & cheese, as well as their jackfruit taco, as well as their classic burger, and every single one of them was absolutely positively completely fantastic. On top of that, they are extra environmentally conscious, and we happen to go on a day that they were encouraging every customer to please take one plant with them as they left to help encourage proper pollination and to help support our pollinator ecosystem and they were doing it with totally indigenous species, which was very impressive. I can't say enough about this wonderful restaurant and I really hope people please try them and please make it be a regular place that they go to because they seem absolutely lovely and I think that their values are aligned to some things that are so wonderful and focused on things that are important to me. read more

Best food ever cant tell the difference between meat and the food Are you fine take a kitchen class if you have a chance great people good prices five star all the way read more