Such a lovely find in Oxnard. La Jenelle Natural Cafe sits right by the channel near Silver Strand Beach, and it's got that laid back port city feel, salty air, boats nearby, nothing pretentious about it. Great spot to grab food and just sit outside for a bit. It's fully vegan, and everything tastes like it was made with real care, not like generic "vegan substitute" food. The menu is small, but that's clearly because they're making things in house rather than pulling from a distributor, and you can taste the difference. The person running the place was genuinely warm and accommodating, happy to answer questions and make suggestions. It's the kind of small business energy that's rare to find these days. Highly recommend if you're in Oxnard and want honest, thoughtfully made plant-based food. I'll be back. read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Outside - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

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We really should have left directly after walking in. But, we traveled pretty far to try this place given all the five star reviews. The one good thing is they have a screen flap door which seemed to keep the flies out. The interior was hot and dirty. That aside, the grab and go items in the cold case cooler were warm. I asked the woman who took our order if she knew the case wasn't cooling the items. She said the fan has recently broken and she would eventually have to remove the items. It was sketchy because the items were warm, the room was hot, and I'm not sure she knew how long they'd been like that. The house made pesto and rice pudding were super concerning sitting there without refrigeration. My experience trying the Shoreline Burrito fell short of what others have said. Mine was bland and dry. The Nachos were ok and the pesto garlic bread was tasty. I am not inspired to order any of these items again. I will happily never visit this eating establishment due to food safety concerns and bland flavors. read more

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Excited to do another review in Oxnard on my birthday! I ventured to Oxnard to see how clean the beach house needed to be, and among other things whether it was in good shape. Outside of this I looked up places to eat and the pictures of the food service etc. I found this place nearby. From the outside, parking was tough to find, difficult to find the place since it is small in a clustered area with homes and a few other shops. The place itself is quite nice inside and right to the side of it. They had outside decorative seats which were nice to look at. Service was great! The woman told us the bold truth about what is good in a pleasant way. She told us the ingredients and how each was a highlight. One of the dishes I wanted to order was the gyro sandwich but it didn't have a key ingredient available at the time. It was the tzatziki sauce. It was a vegan kind that really increases the flavor of the gyro sandwich. Outside of this, she didn't recommend it without that sauce. I ordered the shoreline burrito which the person at front claimed was popular and it looked good from the pictures. The only flaw was the price to value. The ingredients were good quality but did not have that large amount I expected. It was $21 for the burrito with some tortilla chips on the side. I was still hungry after and although it tasted fine, so so or slightly above average, it wasn't really a great value. But everything else was decent. Just that one flaw was disappointing. I found it to be okay to try it out if you want to eat healthy at least, the ingredients are decent quality. read more

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I don't understand how a container of to go soup was $36 with a 10% tip! I checked my bank account the next day and was flabbergasted. Granted I didn't look at the price but I wasn't thinking in those numbers. PS- the soup was just OK it wasn't anything special. read more

Love the MexiCali Bowl Super healthy vegan / vegetarian spot Can't go wrong here. I highly recommend La Jenelle read more

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Glad there's a vegan spot in Oxnard!! This place is so cute. The owner, I forgot her name was sweet and helpful. The restaurant is named after a boat that had a shipwreck in the area. The Nard nachos were super tasty! they have great vegan sauces. The tempeh bacon in the shoreline burrito was yummy. read more

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Everyone who works here is nice and the food is great!! Blessed to have found a great vegan spot near the beach!

I loveee this place. The shipwreck smoothie is sooo yum and I love when she has pastries out. I've never tried the food but it looks really good and I mostly love the natural ingredients and how it still tastes delicious read more

Service was amazing and the food was absolutely delicious! The owner was very welcoming & has many tempting menu options to choose from. With her help describing everything in detail, I finally ordered the Nard Nachos and Shipreck smoothie! Both were so fresh and tasty! Definitely looking forward to trying theother menu items & I've already recommended this hidden gem to a few friends! read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Nard Nachos were fresh & delicious! - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

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What an adorable cafe! The staff and owner are very friendly and helpful. The food's so yummy and nutritious, too! This sweet place is a must go. I always want to support plant-based establishments when I can. It's so sad how they're disappearing! . read more

It's a real treat to find such a wonderful place with gluten free options in the neighborhood. The first time we came my daughter ordered the gyro and it was excellent. This morning we ordered a bagel and burger. My daughter forgot to specify that she has a gluten allergy and we didn't realize until the food was made. The owner made another burger and refused payment, and let us keep the first one that was made, which is why we understood just how tasty it was. Excellent customer service, delicious food, clean establishment...La Jenelle checks all the boxes. We will be back! read more

Awesome little vegan cafe! A lot of good choices and good outdoor seating. Quick service and good food! read more

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I had an amazing experience here today!! The owners are so very sweet and easy to talk to. We ordered the burger and Cesar salad and let me say everything was delicious. You can tell they put love into their food and they don't use generic brand names. The bean patty is house made. My non vegan dad was very impressed by the food. If this place wasn't as far away I would come more often. In the mean time I'll be day dreaming of the burger. read more

Omg why haven't I heard about this cafe til today! I got the shoreline burrito, nachos, and the ship wreck smoothie! Let me say.. it was fireworks at first bite! The burrito had so much flavor, every bite I took I wanted more! Nachos were amazing with really good vegan cheese.. it wasn't powdery vegan cheese like other establishment. It had a nice chipotle smoky taste, with all the yummy toppings. The homemade guacamole pico was delicious it just made both of the dishes an even more explosion in your mouth. To cool off the spice, the smoothie is a must try! I'm so happy and excited to have a vegan place so close to home. I will definitely be back to try every single item on the menu. Keep up the good work and I can definitely feel and taste the love of vegan food in their cooking. read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Nachos with Organic Nitro Cold Brew Coffee - Trident - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Oh, La Jenelle...how I wish y'all had a location in Santa Monica! During our week in Oxnard, we visited every day (except Tuesday) and enjoyed so much delicious, healthy, organic fare like a jackfruit sandwich, nachos, and key lime chocolate balls. The owners and their daughter are incredibly kind and conscious and it was our pleasure to support such a delightful, family-owned business ;) read more

It's all vegan. Expensive items but very tasty. The man and the woman that were taking orders and making the food were very helpful and nice people. I got the anacapa salad, which was pretty good. I also ordered the El Capitan pulled potc(made with jackfruit) sandwich that was messy but very tasty. I got the berry bliss smoothie and a fiji water. All the food came quick and delivered to the table and was really tasty and made me feel good. Small spot but big flavor. Nice outdoor tables. I went with my mom and her little dog. Good vibes. I'm a fan. Delicious and healthy stuff. It's worth a try for sure. read more

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my daughter and I was looking for a Plant Based stop/restaurant to eat. we actually stumbled across La Jenelle and decided to to get a meal for an early birthday present for me. we had the burger, the quesadillas, garlic bread and a burrito. for drinks we had the lemon water with chia seeds and also the Berry smoothie. Desert was the plant base brownie. THE FOOD WAS AMAZING ! We truly enjoyed dining there. The owner is extremely pleasant. She made us feel so welcomed. I would definitely recommend this as "THE SPOT " if you want fresh organic plant based food! Thank you Xochitl making our experience enjoyable! read more

Yummy and cute spot! We ate a breakfast before a morning of kayaking and got the breakfast burrito and cinnamon roll. The breakfast burrito was yummy and the cinnamon roll was divine. Will definitely stop by again!! read more

Almost everything is made in house. Everything is spectacular! This is not fast food, so a little wait, but worth every second. The owner was very helpful and nice and the food was amazing. read more

Great food and staff amazing and nice the best vegan place in the 805 tbh and close to the beach perfect

Super, sincerely friendly service. Absolutely delicious and healthy food. The owner puts her heart into every dish.

What a great chill place and Sochi (sp?) the owner is so kind and friendly. Food was amazing! We were from out of town but it's obvious everyone knows her as people were going in and out to get snacks and talk to her. A real beachy neighborhood find. Go there if you're in the area! read more

Best burger anywhere! Little cafe with a few tables and totally worth every penny. I eat here a couple times a week and I'm not even vegan. Don't miss it. It's truly an amazing cafe! read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - The burger! - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

The energy was vibrant, the presentation beautiful and the flavor delicious . My Mexi bowl was so good and I loved how the owner was so excited about her creation and the fact that she made the oat milk for my coffee. read more

I stopped by to try this vegan charm and was pleasantly surprised at the casual atmosphere and home style vegan food they have to offer. The man running the place is super chill and really cool. They explain everything in the menu and there is not a lot to choose from, but just the right amount. I ordered the North Jetty Bagel and he was out of bagels but suggested using a baguette instead. I'm cool with this so I tried it and it is SO good!!! He was very kind and I'm so happy I found a new spot. read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Front of the store - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Cute little restaurant, delicious food, and super nice owners! I had a grilled mushroom sandwich, my husband had a burrito, and for dessert we shared a baked donut and a cupcake. All vegan and all delicious! read more

Was recommended to me by a good friend of mine! I haven't tried the food yet BUT grabbed myself a smoothie called the "Shipwreck" and it didn't disappoint! Was filled with bananas, coconut, cacao nibs, dates, and I believe almond milk. The smoothie was blended to perfection and not overly sweet! The service was amazing as I was greeted at the door with a smile and conversation by the staff. *would have took a picture but my smoothie done Shipwreck was 10/10 Service 10/10 read more

This place is awesome! The lady was super nice and helpful inside in choosing. We went with the burgers and were very happy. The bun was soft and slightly crisp on outside like a good pretzel bun (not crispy like a chip but nicely done if that makes sense). The burger was flavorful and moist. All the toppings added so much to the taste. The pickles, cheese, and sauce. We had the lemon lavender cheesecake and cinnamon crumb cake for dessert and they were the perfect topping. The cheesecake in particular was lemony and rich. The crust was so good - not overly sweet. Rich. We will be back! read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

Amazing experience! 100% vegan, packed with flavours, and very filling! Its a small place where food is cooked and served by the owner of the cafe. She is very hospitable, sweet, and attentive. read more

So freaking good! I'm not even vegan (my sister), which means I have weird feelings towards substituting meats and such. This place is the only exception, the food is phenomenal, a bit pricy but nothing I can be upset about. The staff is very kind and always down to chat as well. Overall, worth the stop! read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Dogs I saw while sitting outside. - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

La Jenelle Natural just put Oxnard on the map for vegan cuisine! We were looking for plant based food close to the harbor and La Jenelle delivered deliciousness and friendly service all in one. The owner was great to talk to and the food was outstanding. Our family passed plates around the table to make sure everyone could taste everything we ordered. Best jackfruit carnitas I've ever had. The pulled pork sandwich was fantastic. I tried the special which also just amazing. We've already decided to come back today. Outdoor seating and great food. What more could I ask for? Thank you La Jenelle! read more

Food is really good! Service was a little slow at the time but it improved and we were happy to find comfortable seating outside.

I can't say enough good things about this local spot! From their cute indoor and outdoor decor to their friendly customer service to their soups, desserts, juices, and food, everything is great! My favs: Shoreline Burrito, "Porc" Sandwich, and Le Jenelle Burger. Go check it out! Trust me, you won't be disappointed :) read more

Delicious overnight oats! Unpretentious laid back healthy vibes! Service was good. The smoothie was a little on the sweeter side but overall I enjoyed it. read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Smoothie and sleepy oats - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

Situated on sleepy Silver Strand beach, the food here is definitely a vibrant way to wake up! Came for lunch and had the MexiCali bowl. So delicious and full of flavor. Everything in the bowl was bright and flavorful, and next time I'll know to order extra of the delightful cilantro avocado lime sauce (and maybe take some to go)! Highly recommend for vegans and non-vegans alike. read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - MexiCali Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

This place is great to bring your vegan friends and family. Some unique options to try. No seating inside but seating options outside. Friendly service. Will come again. read more

This place is Amazing...my first time eating here! I was taken to lunch here for my Birthday and just loved it! I got the La Jenelle Bacon Burger! It was delicious all vegan eats!!! Very nice and great service by the family owned owners! Bean Patty Burger The La Jenelle Burger so good!!! I will definitely be going back to try all the meals offered here! Silver Strand, Oxnard CA read more

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Delicious!!! The owners are so welcoming, the food selection is wonderful! Love that I have a great plant based option nearby!! Can't beat the location by the beach too! read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - View from outside seating - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California

I have been wanting to try La Jenelle for a while now and so happy I finally did today! Ordered the Nard Nachos and Jenelle Burger. Both were so flavorful and satisfying. Super friendly staff and a really cute spot. Excited to come back and try more. read more

Best vegan food I've had in Ventura County. Their flavorful and beautiful food was something I'll keep dreaming about. I definitely want to come back and try everything they have on their menu!! Must try even if ur not vegan it's delicious. Highly highly recommend to everyone!!! lovely staff as well - ask for hot sauce if u like spice :D read more

La Jenelle Natural Cafe - Shoreline Burrito and Nard Nachos - Vegan Near Me - Oxnard, California