I'm not vegan, but this place has completely won me over. The food is so good that I honestly don't miss the meat. We always order the beer-battered tacos, purple taquitos, and the Brussels sprouts--they're all incredible. The jackfruit is top-notch and absolutely shines in the nachos. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is what keeps me coming back. The outdoor patio is beautiful, the indoor décor is warm and inviting, and the whole restaurant feels like a welcoming community rather than just somewhere to eat. The staff deserves a special shout-out. Tanner is hardworking, creative, hilarious, and somehow manages to make every visit more fun while providing excellent service. Manager Yassi is an absolute delight and helps create the positive, welcoming vibe that makes this place so special. read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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My sister and I decided to grab a quick bite at Seabirds after spending the afternoon walking around and shopping at The LAB Anti-Mall. Since it's a vegetarian restaurant, I was excited to give it a try, and it definitely exceeded my expectations. We ordered three different tacos, and they were all delicious. My absolute favorite was the Beer Battered Avocado Taco. It was packed with flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside, and the creamy avocado inside made every bite amazing. If no one told me it was vegetarian, I probably wouldn't have even noticed because it was that satisfying. We also tried their house-made Fig Vanilla Iced Tea, which was so refreshing and unique. It paired perfectly with the tacos and was a great choice for a warm California afternoon. To start, we ordered the chips and guacamole, which were fresh, light, and the perfect snack while waiting for our food. Everything tasted fresh and made with quality ingredients. We sat outside under the large umbrellas, and the outdoor seating area had such a relaxing atmosphere. It almost felt like we were having a little picnic while enjoying the beautiful weather and people watching around The LAB. The service was also fantastic. Our server was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or just looking to try something different, this spot is definitely worth checking out! read more

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Support vegan restaurants! I decided to come back and try the food again. My favorites are the warm cauliflower salad and purple taquitos, and my partner enjoys their jackfruit salad read more

I loved this place. There's something for everyone. The purple potato rolled taquitos were perfectly crispy. The butternut enchiladas were super good. The Mac n cheese was good (not my personal fave) but my daughter who is a Mac n cheese connoisseur loved it. Tanner was our server and he was awesome -poetic and comedic! read more

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Love Love this place!! How in the world is this a vegan only restaurant! Ha! Not only is the food absolutely delish but the staff is always so friendly! I need them to open a location on the East coast :D Y'all already know, I'll be back! LOL read more

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Some people have a preconceived distaste for vegan/vegetarian food... admittedly myself included (at times). Shame one me. The food here is amazing. The flavors of my Warm Cauliflower Salad - phenomenal. Roasted cauliflower has yet to fail me anywhere and my salad was so fresh and SAVORY. It was also huge so I took leftovers. Surprisingly still a delicious salad the next day. Tofu, arugula, lots of nuts and chili oil, pickled peppers, roasted cauliflower... yum. Grilled Mushroom Taco - I had higher expectations for but it was OK. My friends got the Taquitos... amazing as well. I will be ordering that next time! All the dishes are surprisingly very filling. I've heard about this place often and now I understand why. Portions are generous and the ambiance of every business at the Lab is charming. They servers gave us cookies and scones on the house as we were dining here the end of the night which was so sweet! 10/10. read more

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I love the idea of sitting outside at Seabirds on a beautiful summer day. I just wish that I could give it a 5-star rating. I have been back since my original review but didn't think about updating my review until now. I am sticking with my 4-star review. Today we started with Brussels Sprouts. Those were good. We also ordered the Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup, a couple of Beets Me Burgers, and the Breakfast Burrito. Before ordering we were notified that the Pancakes (which sounded so good) and Waffles were not available. Everyone with us has had the Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup combo and was raving about it before ordering. Unfortunately, once it arrived, everyone thought that it was not one of the better grilled cheeses they had, noting that the pesto might have been different/not as good as it usually is. The burgers were the favorite for today. read more

I love Seabird's and am glad it's still around. Grilled Cheese & Tomato soup is an OG favorite of mine. I remember coming maybe 10 or so years ago, newly vegan, trying the grilled cheese- and having to stop and ask a staff member if Seabird's was fully vegan (I was worried the grilled cheese had dairy cheese because it was so mouthwateringly delicious)- it was and still is fully vegan. 10/10 recommend the grilled cheese!!! I got an email about The Porque Maria being a weekend special this weekend only so had to try it! Sadly I was disappointed. The arugula overpowered the rest of the features I was looking forward to. I wouldn't get it again. My fiance got the BBQ Burger and enjoyed it, a was pleasantly surprised by the battered red onions inside! I had a bite too, yum! We opted for outside seating since we were hoping for sun, but the patio was mostly shady at the time of day we went. Our server kindly turned the heater on for us and even let us move closer to it. I hope to keep coming back to Seabird's for a really long time! read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Porque Maria - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Parking lot is kinda poorly designed but the area is pretty cool. Dog friendly outdoor dining! I tried each of the 3 tacos: Beer battered Avo taco, adobo taco and the grilled mushroom taco. The Avo taco is definitely the best!! It's so good and the flavors are perfect. The adobo taco is second and the grilled mushroom was ok. My husband ordered the burrito from the brunch menu and he thought it was pretty good for being vegan. He's not a vegan fan and he didn't mind it. The burrito is heavy on the seasoning though. We also got the lake show mocktail. Pretty but NOT worth the $10. Spend it on food. Would recommend to try! read more

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The food here is quite flavorless and bland but definitely appears to be healthy choices. We tried the Korean bowl and the pesto pasta. I really love the atmosphere and the outdoor patio seating here - however likely wouldn't return just due to the food aspect read more

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SERVICE - located in the lab anti mall in Costa Mesa - parking available in lot though can be hard to find during busier hours - indoor and outdoor seating available - we walked in on a weekend evening though it was filled so might be a good idea to make a reservation - food served relatively quickly - ambiance good for a semi casual meal MENU - global inspired small bites and entrees - all vegan/vegetarian - average price FOOD - jackfruit nachos (8/10): corn chips topped with black beans, adobo style jackfruit, chipotle sour cream, almond cotija, and salsa. This was listed under the big plates section of the menu and the portion size did not disappoint. It could be shared between a few people as a larger starter or eaten as an entree for one. The flavors worked well together as many of them had a Mexican influence. I requested to add the walnut chorizo which was nice to make the dish slightly heartier. The one thing that i wish they had added was a dollop of guacamole. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! The menu selection is diverse for both dinner and brunch. read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Jackfruit Nachos - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Hands down the best vegan food I've ever tried! Literally every single dish was tasty and fresh. Our favorites were the BBQ burger and avocado taco :) lots of seating was available (however we did come on a Thursday) and we enjoyed sitting outside on the cute picnic tables they had. The server was friendly and quick with the service. I will definitely be coming back here! read more

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If all vegan food was this good, it would be really easy to be vegan! Unfortunately the Long Beach location closed, so when we have the chance and happen to be in the area we try and make a stop here. The food is all really good and they have beautiful presentation. I recommend all the food we got (Beets Me Burger, Zippy Fries, Purple Taquitos, and the Butternut Squash Enchiladas) and while not necessarily cheap, I still feel like their prices are very reasonable. They present their food so well that it looks a lot more expensive than it actually is. The staff is personable and they really make coming here an enjoyable experience. Seabirds is located in a super cool and unique shopping center with other fun little shops to check out. There's a pretty big parking lot, but it still gets busy but we've never had trouble finding a space. read more

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Seabirds has still got it. Hands down one of my favorite vegan restaurants -- and honestly, one of my favorite restaurants in all of Orange County. Beyond the standouts I mentioned in my last review, you absolutely can't go wrong with the Caesar salad (add the grilled tofu), the adobo jackfruit taco, or the SoCal Crunch Wrap. Ermagherd. I genuinely drool just thinking about this place. And did I mention the tomato soup and grilled cheese? Or the avocado-based chocolate mousse? Because I should have. Both are next-level. At this point, consider me officially addicted. read more

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On a Tuesday afternoon at 6pm, my friend and I walked right in. The outside was bright without being ostentatiously sunny, and perfectly weathered - not too hot, not too cold. There were folks indoors, presumably trying to escape the rays of sun that we too were trying to avoid by sitting on the same side of the bench outside. Our waiter was delightful and helpful and efficient. Nook had sadly closed at 6pm so the first order of business was some caffeine. The matcha strawberry with oat milk did not disappoint. We also loved the purple potato taquito, the mushroom taco, socal crunch wrap, and the chaffle. I was impressed with the burst of flavor in each bite. I would get all of these options again, but seeing how delicious these were I am intrigued by the rest of the menu. When my friend suggested Seabirds, I was not enthused by the vegan label but I figured I was due for some veggies in my diet. Boy was I glad we gave this restaurant a try. I'll be back! read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Purple Taquitos Grilled Mushroom Taco - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Not a vegan but this food is so good I'll give up meat for a day. The burger is so good you'd be convinced it was meat if that's your usual preference. The enchiladas are amazing. Margarita is a nice flavorful option. Zippy fries when available are worth trying. In a decent size plaza with a decent sized parking lot. Not overly expensive and high quality food read more

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My new favorite vegan restaurant. Absolutely loved the dishes I had so far. People are friendly, and the place is comfy and cute. Loved the fact the dishes here have their own unique flavors and style. Wha I enjoyed so far - soups, grilled cheese, tacos, enchiladas, burger..and mostly the desserts read more

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My first time trying this place was in 2020 & I remember it being good, but not in detail. We came back recently to spend some time in the sunshine, walk around the LAB & decided to have lunch here (they have a decent sized vegan menu--we're actually vegetarian but the foods great.) They offer a live waitlist through Yelp...I believe or their website one of those. Much appreciated as it's a cozy spot. (Not a lot of room for groups, mostly small parties & indoor & outdoor seating.) Service is always enjoyable, staff are friendly & attentive. Restaurants clean too. We ordered: -purple taquitos (I wasn't crazy about the fermented coleslaw topping, but the taquito & the salsa jt came had me lickin' my fingers) -nachos (comes with jackfruit, black beans & another sauce that was also sooooo flavorful) -french fries--i think ill pass on these. I got excited when i saw Belgium style & I thought they were going to be larger & fluffier. Still good but mot quite what I was expecting -avocado taco, ugh FIVE stars. Shoot how about ten! This taco is my favorite. The sauce alone, I had to ask for more...& more because it's so yummy & spicy & creamy (& no milk or cheese which is crazy?! Like how???) The fluffiness of the taco is unreal, the batter is just so decadent. Be careful, you can easily put down a few of these because they're light in texture but packed with flavor. -& topped it all off with a mimosa (it's a large glass so thank you.) in this economy a champagne flute ain't cuttin' it haha Overall, I'm so sorry Seabirds I was away so long. I forgot how truly delicious this place is. read more

This area is absolutely gorgeous! There's an outdoor and indoor seating area (outdoor is significantly better and feels more private honestly.) If you get cold easily, you're in luck as they have outdoor heaters that are turned on upon request. The service here is always great. We're never bombarded with questions here. Every time I go here, it's always a nice calm experience. The hostess was kind and our server was helpful, to the point, and friendly. The food left a bit more to be desired unfortunately. For a BBQ burger, I barely tasted the sauce. That ketchup for the fries though? Sweet mother of mercy that's probably some of the best ketchup I've had. Combining it with the burger certainly helped but the patty needed a tad more seasoning. Overall, cute place with good food! The parking here is nonexistent so be prepared for that frustration. I enjoyed what I received and left with a good feeling :) definitely will be coming back. read more

Seabirds Kitchen - BBQ Burger with everything - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Vegan paradise!!! Their bowls and salads are definitely the best. My family got K-bowl and cauliflower bowl and they loved it. My partner and I got the Sunday brunch waffle and beet burger...I'd skip the waffle. It didn't have the right texture that a waffle is supposed to have. We also got the burnt brussels sprouts ..while the flavor was on point, it wasn't worth it in terms of portions. read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Step into the tasteful but kitschy architectural lovechild of 2018 corporate pinterest and Jessica Day's bedroom. Everything is 100 percent vegan, with pastas, tacos, and even more to eat. Tanner is hilarious, accommodating, and strapped with a rhyme for every dessert. Goddamnit just come here. And get the Mac n cheese! read more

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Chilaquiles rojas are delicious!!! But the fried pickles... hands down the best I've had!!!

I really love the location of this place. Inside of "The Lab" anti mall. Great vegan spot. Everything on the menu is mindful eating for those vegetarian, nut free and gluten free. Had the Beets me burger with fries which was great tasting and filling and the"chorizo type" So Cal Crunch wrap had a nice spice to it. Loaded with warm veggies and cheese. Got the churro waffle with ice cream. It was good, but honestly wish I'd passed on the fried dessert option. Chill music, nice fire warmers for colder night outdoors and good service. Would come back again for sure. read more

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Seabirds is always delicious! Most definitely the best vegan restaurant I've ever tried! Everything tastes fresh and not like vegan food =) Employees are always lovely and the outdoor seating is fun! read more

Great place for vegan food with a diverse menu and even some brunch options. Ambiance and service is really good too. Will definitely come back. read more

So I'm not vegan. I would never come here as a first choice. I came here to celebrate my friends birthday. So my taste buds might be a little different. We came to Seabirds in Costa Mesa for a birthday celebration and overall I thought it was a good experience. The food was creative, fresh, and definitely the kind of vegan dishes that would impress even non-vegans like me. I'll be honest, I love meat and wouldn't normally go out of my way for a vegan spot, but I have a couple of vegan friends who were excited to come here and I left pleasantly surprised. Service is the reason I'm knocking off one star. Our server, Lindsay, just wasn't giving the energy or attentiveness you'd expect, especially for a celebration. Maybe she was having a bad day, but it was a little early in the day for that vibe. Napkins and water are two simple details I always pay attention to, and they weren't handled well here. The girl who actually brought out the food, I don't know her name, was happy and bubbly, so it made the difference with Lindsay even more noticeable. By the time we were wrapping up and Lindsay asked if we had room for dessert, I was already ready for the check. The timing and lack of attentiveness just made me want to take my business elsewhere at that point. As for the food, it was definitely worth trying. The fried pickles were delicious and probably my favorite bite of the day. The banana bread was also really good, and the tacos had great flavor even if they came out more medium warm than hot. Everyone at the table finished their plates, which is always a good sign, and my vegan friends were really happy with the meal. For vegan food I'd even call it delicious, though for my personal taste I felt like something was missing. That's just me being used to meat, but I could appreciate the effort and flavor. Parking was fine, though there is construction going on around the area right now. It makes the aesthetic a little hard to appreciate since you are not sure what's permanent and what's in progress. Once that clears up I think the whole area will look much nicer. Still, the location is good with plenty to do nearby if you want to make a day of it. Overall I think Seabirds is a solid option if you're vegan or bringing vegan friends. The food is thoughtful and worth trying, the atmosphere has potential once the construction is over, and it's a spot where you can relax and enjoy something different. The service could use improvement, and hopefully my experience with Lindsay was just an off day, but it was noticeable enough to mention. Otherwise, I'd recommend giving it a try and definitely ordering the fried pickles. read more

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Yum. Plant based food can be kitschy and very hit or miss. This was so flavorful and tasty. The items we tried all allowed the ingredients to stand out. I've been to the Lab a bunch, but somehow missed this little gem. The patio is adorable and there are heaters for the rare cold day. Our waitress was cute and super helpful. Answered all of our wacky questions and guided us to some great choices. Highly recommend. read more

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Three of us quickly sat without a reservation for Sunday brunch. Love going out with a few friends because we can all taste more plates. I had the chilaquiles AND lemon blueberry pancakes. Unbelievable that its all vegan here because I couldn't tell the difference. Seabirds is part of the Anti-Mall so stuff your face and wander into all of the cute lil shops after! read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Lemon Blueberry Pancakes - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I have previously been to Seabirds for weekend brunch, so this was my first time eating from the dinner menu! We were sat quickly and the vibe inside was great. I was able to have the Quesa Birria taco and it was AMAZING. 10/10 no notes. As someone who grew up with a Mexican mom who makes great food, I typically don't eat Mexican food out a lot. But let me tell you these quesa birria tacos are IT!!! The crunch of the taco with the consommé was perfect. The salsa it came with was perfectly spicy as well. We also had the mac and cheese 2.0 and the Beets me burger. Both were solid options and plated beautifully. The chocolate chip cookie was also great with the right amount of sweetness. Overall, it was a great experience and I will 100% be back for the quesa birria tacos!! read more

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Didn't know this vegan restaurant was at The Lab, but I was so happy to have come here for brunch with my vegan friend. Employees are super friendly and the food was great - the lemon blueberry pancakes are a must order. My only skips are the mac and cheese - noodles were well-cooked but the sauce was lacking seasoning and a cheesy flavor. Other than that, we had a great time - would come back! read more

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The food was MAGNIFICENT, 10/10! Came with a friend and honestly today was a rough day at work but the tomato soup and grilled cheese made it so much better. Also Tanner our server was such a vibe! He joked with us and made us feel so comfortable and cozy over here at seabird! Will be back soon :)) THANK U TAN read more

Seabirds has been on my radar since their Great Food Truck Race days and I recently visited the brick & mortar. The Beer Battered Avocado Tacos were just as good as I remembered it. I also tried the brunch tacos and they were delicious-- the red chili salsa has quite a kick! Since they're located at the Lab, parking can be a bit tricky, so give yourself extra time to find a spot. read more

Have been coming here for years and it will forever be my favorite vegan restaurant. The quality is unmatched and the flavors are amazing. A lot of restaurants end up not innovating, but Seabirds always makes great refreshes to their menu. They never miss! Can't go wrong with the famous beets me burger! I recently tried the pesto pasta and it was amazing as well! The Brussel sprouts and grilled cheese are also some of my favorites read more

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Seabirds is a great option for vegans and non-vegans alike as the food is extremely delicious. I ordered the bbq burger ($21.50) which came with a side of fries -- the patty was one of the best vegan patties I've ever had. Highly recommend. read more

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Now in love with Seabirds! My boyfriend and I officially dubbed Seabirds as our "unofficial restaurant" lol. Long story short -- our first time meeting was at a coffee shop, but Seabirds was our first official "First Date." That evening was such a wonderful memory and even this time going with him as his girlfriend two months later... it was still a wonderful time and adding to my mind as good memories. On our "first date" -- I had the pesto pasta dish and even though dinner made us very full, another table near us ordered the Chaffle. It smelled so good and I love the smell and taste if cinnamon. As a result this time for a brunch date -- we ordered Chaffles for dessert! Huzzah!!! The Chaffle definitely did please the sensual smell buds of my initial foodie moment those two months ago! It was like smell at first drool but this time it was all the delicious-ness in my tummy. It was definitely a "Mmmm..." food purr moment. And what's funny, we paid the same experience forward. The table next to us saw and smelled what we ordered. I hope for that group of friends they end up going back to Seabird and ordering the Chaffle. The end. Lol, just! I cannot end with just talking about thr Chaffle. Our brunch actually started with the Blueberry and Lemon Waffles. the highlight of this was the Lemon whipped cream! #drool -- Mmhmm... a zesty lemon-ized pile of goodness! The sweetness of the blueberry sauce paired perfectly with the lemon zest... creating a tartness. And the pancakes were fluffy! For the savory dish -- we got the Beets Me Burger! I love beets! Recently addicted to them, so we had to get this. The patty was colored beautifully due to the red richness of the beets and there was a slight spice kick. Not super spicy, but a delightful mini-kick adding an oomph! The texture of the burger patty was awesome! It was like a real burger. The sauce and pickles enhanced it. Wish there was a bit more sauce. Overall, yum! The only drag was by 11:30am they were out of coffee. But to make up for it, they let me get coffee from next door -- Good Town Doughnuts. I am so thankful they allowed me to do that. Major bonus for a place that compromises. I will definitely be coming back here more and more with my boyfriend. Seriously falling hard for vegan foods now! Xoxo read more

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We got the butternut squash enchiladas and the beet burger and loved both, definitely would come back!

Thank you Seabirds for blowing my mind and taste buds! I live in Las Vegas and wanted to find the best place for plant based food close to Huntington Beach. This place was so worth the 20 minute drive from the hotel. The ambiance is adorable with inside and patio dining. The service from staff was above and beyond. Chefs kiss to how phenomenal the food was. I could cry happy tears for how delicious everything was. Please open on in Las Vegas! We enjoyed the 1. LAKE SHOW MOCKTAIL - spiced pineapple shrub, lemon, sparkling ginger kefir soda, butterfly tea; 2. WARM CAULIFLOWER SALAD shaved brussels sprouts, grilled tofu, arugula, hazelnuts, chiles, crushed garlic croutons, fried dates, tahini - I'm gluten free so I got it without the croutons; 3. PURPLE TAQUITOS purple potatoes, chipotle sour cream, fermented curtido, almond cotija, cilantro 4. JACKFRUIT NACHOS adobo style shredded jackfruit, organic black beans, chipotle sour cream, almond cotija, red onion, cilantro, ancho salsa, organic corn tortilla chips. The salad was perfect! The taquitos delicious! The nachos, omg the best jackfruit I have ever had!!!! Seabirds is perfect; everything and everyone was amazing from recommendations and decor. The food was fresh and was 100/10 so good! Even my partner who is not plant based loved it and said the taquitos were the best! He was also impressed with how outstanding the jackfruit was in the nachos! A must try!!! read more

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Excellent vegan food and good menu. Nice location in The Lab. Lot of seating outside, not much indoor seating

Ordered the fried pickles= frickles. Potato taquitos, k-bowl and 3 tacos (1 of each kind) Everything is AMAZING!!!! seriously amazing!!!! Highly recommend. read more

Seabirds Kitchen - Ordered the fried pickles= frickles. Potato taquitos, k-bowl and 3 tacos (1 of each kind) - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Yossi greeted us with a smile and recommended the homemade pesto rigatoni with almond cheese and toasted gremolata (I chose to eliminate the seitan sausage crumble) -- absolute perfection! I normally order the purple potato taquitos, but stepped out of my comfort zone and so glad I did!!! Then came the homemade vanilla soda (don't forget to stir it) -- a sweet, nostalgic sensory delight! I rarely have room for dessert, but we tried the famous churro waffle with vanilla ice cream, and the chocolate avocado mousse. Both disappeared faster than we'd like to admit. I live over 40 miles away, but would crawl back here on my hands and knees for another meal at SeaBirds. Outstanding food and service, and proof that exceptional vegan restaurants still exist -- thank goodness! 20 out of 10 stars!!! read more

Seabirds Kitchen - chocolate mousse with homemade gluten-free oreo crumble, and the churro waffle (chaffle) topped with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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