The service is very good here but the main entree for both of us was a flop! The beer and wine were unique and good as was the bread and dips but when it came to our entrees they were not enjoyable. I ordered the shepherds pie which came out as a well done brick of mashed potatoes with charred black vegetables and a weird sauce! My husband ordered the garden pasta dish which was such a small portion and not satisfying at all. We will not be coming back for the prices they charge for their subpar food. read more

Nice service and food came out fast. Tortilla Soup: Rich and delicious Chicken and Biscuits: alright Sushi Roll: alright Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Bowl: Not spicy at all and mildly flavorful. Most my chicken pieces were burnt and I was mostly tasting burnt crisps. Disappointing read more

Thursday night date and our Tustin options were limited so we ventured to Costa Mesa. We had never been to this restaurant and were eager to try it. We had the potatoes and sauerkraut (appetizer) and the chicken and biscuits. We were very pleased at the presentation, the ambiance, food quality, and the service. Pleasantly surprised and we would go back! I would have given five stars had there not been a large dusty web (?) above our table. read more

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I recently came back twice--once for weekend brunch and another time for dinner. I truly love this place! The ambience and service are always wonderful and the food is so good. For brunch, I shared the breakfast sandwich with a side Caesar salad, side of fries, and Chilaquiles. The Chilaquiles first came out missing the beans that are supposed to be on it but they kindly brought it back out correctly. Unfortunately this was the only dish we really didn't like. Despite the beans and lots of sauce, it lacked flavor and I would not get this again. We LOVED the breakfast sandwich and the fries and side of Yum Yum sauce. The housemade plant-based egg on the breakfast sandwich was so good! I will absolutely be back for this. On my recent trip for dinner, I ordered what I've had before and love: the kale Caesar, fries, and shepherds pie. Usually the shepherds pie comes topped in snow peas but this time it had steamed kale and carrots. It was phenomenal! I also loved the kale Caesar. They had a specialty dessert which was a cherry chocolate cookie topped in chocolate mousse, served with a cinnamon spiced milk. This was so so delicious and I LOVED the milk. I cannot recommend this place enough! read more

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My BFF found this spot on Yelp and we decided to go to try it. It's a cute place with a bunch of plants and outdoor seating. Chef gave us a sampler of their salad. Tasted good. We ordered the Chronic $15 (mushroom, tuna & avocado - tempura fried, topped with spicy mayö & sweet n spicy citrus), Shepherd's Pie $23 (meatless gravy topped with mashed potato, seasonal veggies), Daily Pasta $28 (shishito pesto, tomatoes, mushrooms, walnut), and Eggplant & Focaccia $15 (yogurt, tomatoes, toasted focaccia with tomato jam, herbs). My BFF ordered the Almond Blossom $16 (almond, lemon, apple blossom bitters, sake) for her drink. Love that their food is organic and they have their own garden in their Oceanside location, but honestly we were not a big fan of their food. Some of the ingredients within the dishes itself did not pair well together. Really expensive. The Chronic was good though. Can't go wrong with sushi and spicy mayo. The staff was nice. There are bathrooms located in the back. Parking was a nightmare. Spots were very compact. We got lucky and found parking after circling around twice. read more

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Service was okay there was a bit of wait even thought place wasn't crowded. The meals were okay but they had a big drink menu which you should try. read more

The Plot - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The Plot is an exceptional place worthy of mention. I actually used to dine in here back when it was Native Foods, so the architecture holds firm, with a more plant forward and Earthy undertone now. The food itself speaks volumes. The space itself is such the vibes... in essence the perfect place to eat. Out of all the times I've eaten here, I haven't had a bad dish. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the creation of each plate granted it is chef driven and they emphasize aspects of farm to table. I really enjoy their brunch, but the lunch and dinner menus have unique offerings. The beverage menu is pretty extensive and on the plus side, they have a coffee pop up on weekends. Do yourself a flavor and get over here asap! read more

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We found this restaurant thanks to all the great yelp reviews! My friends and I had the best experience here. Our server Carissa had a nice welcoming vibe and so many great recommendations. My favorite dish was the gyro (which I forgot to snap a pic of ) Full of fresh veggies and protein with a nice sauce drizzled on top. Also the fries were thick and crispy served with a house made beet ketchup! I can't wait to come back and try other things on their menu. read more

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The Plot has become a regular spot for my friends and me. The food is always fresh and absolutely delicious, with plenty of creative plant-based options to choose from. It's never too crowded, and I love that they offer both cozy indoor seating and a relaxed outdoor patio. The servers are friendly and attentive, making every visit feel special. Whether it's for a casual meal or a night out, it's the perfect spot to unwind with a cup of tea and enjoy great food. read more

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My friend and I went to The Plot to enjoy delicious food that was vegan, based on all the great reviews we had been hearing and reading and seeing on social media. The restaurant did not disappoint! We enjoyed everything we ordered. I did feel things were on the salty side (and in fact, some of the things we ordered literally had salt sprinkled on top), but my friend thoroughly enjoyed the saltiness (so it wasn't just in my head). I'd probably give the place 4 stars sure to the saltiness, but my friend would give it 5 (for the saltiness). Anyway, the restaurant is located inside a permanent yurt-like structure, the staff are friendly and attentive, the bathroom I used was clean and well maintained (although for a sustainability focused business, I'm surprised their urinal used water instead of those "dry" ones that save gallons and gallons of fresh water). I'd recommend going here, and trying the different things on the menu (they're accommodating of some changes too). read more

The Plot - This is their sushi roll! Deep fried and a little spicy (and salty), and tasty! - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike will be wowed by the food here. I've had their regular menu and their prix fixe Plantscape dinner and both knocked it out of the park. The flavor profiles are complex and unique but mesh so well together. Super high quality ingredients and just dish after dish of satisfying bites. Great service and fun vibes as well. read more

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Excellent vegan food. The taters and kraut and the faux cosmo were the highlights. Can't wait to try more dishes next time.

First, the customer service was amazing. Shout out to Christian and Cayetano! The food was delicious we got a toast flight! Will be back! The ambience was very relaxed very chill vibes. Thank you read more

The Plot - Toast flight and macha - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The Plot is a delicious innovative vegan restaurant. We went for brunch and the food was fantastic. We shared a toast flight which had something different on each slice. We had chocolate cherry scones which had a hint of rosemary. So delicious. I had a Korean chiken with rice and kale and my husband had chiken and waffles. Everything was so good. The service was outstanding. This was our 2nd visit. I am already looking forward to our next visit. They take reservations. The parking, however, is a challenge because there are numerous restaurants and shops. read more

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Aside from the amazing looking anti-mall location and the slow spinning fan when you walk in, or the greens and cloth napkins, the home made filtered sparkling water, or even that they are a Zero waste establishment... THE FOOD IS OUTSTANDING! Seriously the Toast flight, or the Patty-melt and you have to get their version of animal fries... stellar! Lindsey was our server, extremely knowledgeable and suuuuuuper friendly! read more

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Wow! This place is amazing! It's a culinary delight for anyone to experience and enjoy. Don't think vegetarian think good food, beautiful place, great service. I'm a carnivore but also love vegetables. You will be happy with the choices that are prepared here. They grown on the grounds their own veggies and herbs. Healthy and tasty! I'm in! read more

the plot is my favorite!!! I loved their green goddess salad with added chicken (tofu). The dressing is outstanding and the tofu is always cooked perfectly. I also ordered the pozole (soup of the day) and chocolate mouse. You can't go wrong with ANYTHING on this menu. The location is also so cool and different. My server was Carissa and she was outstanding - provided me with great recommendations and was so attentive. This restaurant is A MUST - whether you are completely vegan or a carnivore, I can bet my life savings that you will love this restaurant! read more

The Plot - Green Goddess Salad with Chicken - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Went here for my birthday and had been wanting to try it for a very long time. I was extremely disappointed. My son , who took me out for my birthday, was really disappointed as well. Food was not good. I won't be going back. I loved it when it was Native Foods. Shame. I'll be going across the street to Seabirds again. Felt it was a little overpriced. Service was also lacking and confusing because our first server went on break and never let us know who was taking over. In my opinion, I'd skip this one. read more

My husband and I came here for a light afternoon snack and we enjoyed what we had! It wasn't much but we will definitely come back! We had the Chronic. It's a lion mane mushroom crab, spicy tuna and avocado, tempura fried topped with spicy mayo and a sweet and spicy citrus. The texture is different from those of other sushi. By the way it's all vegetarian and not that spicy. The restaurant was like being in a yurt which was cool. The service was friendly and engaging. read more

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First...Jackie is awesome!!! Food was incredible. My wife and I had brunch on a Sunday and went back on Monday for dinner. You will not be disappointed. They lived up to their mission statement!!! Can't wait to go back. read more

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the place is small but cute and quaint. staff was very nice and helpful. our stepdad is a meat eater and not being so nice to the staff about vegan food, but our poor server deflected his criticism well. so sorry to her if she sees this! the cheese fries were delicious but wish the potatoes were crispier. the brussel sprouts special was a great appetizer with different flavors and textures. we got the Shepards pie, biscuits & gravy, & mushroom pasta special. the entrees were very salty. it was kind of disappointing. the entrees didn't have a variety of texture and flavor. the desserts tasted very healthy? it wasn't really my cup of tea. overall the ambiance and service was excellent but i wish the food was a little more crafted. for a place that has a lot of mushroom decor, there was not a lot of mushroom plates. read more

The Plot - fries brussel sprouts - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My friend and I decided to try the plot now that it's finally open in the old Native Foods location in the camp. Overall super happy to have another vegan restaurant although this one is more upscale and dine in for sure - 4.5 stars. We ordered the cheesy truffle fries, the polenta, chorizo, biscuits, and gravy, and the banana, crème brûlée. The server first brought a tasting from the chef, which was a little bowl with a mushroom in it with some sauce. My friend said she really liked it. I don't like mushroom so I let her have mine. For the cheesy truffle fries both of us had a different expectation of what these would look like and expected more cheese sauce, but very much enjoyed what we got. They also asked if we wanted beet ketchup and that was really lovely and had a really bright flavor. The fries had a nice crispiness to them and felt luxurious. I very much enjoyed the polenta chorizo. The polenta had some herbs in it, and I overall liked the flavor and appreciated the broccolini on top. My friend got the biscuits and gravy and she really liked it. I got to try a little bit and thought it was good as well. I was reluctant to order it myself because it says chicken, but the chicken is a tofu base and was super delicious texture wise. Banana crème brûlée wasn't overall too heavy on the banana flavor. Both my friend and I agreed that we thought it was really good texture and taste wise. It has kind of a crispy top similar to a crème brûlée, but overall is more of a thick, solid texture than a traditional crème brûlée. Overall, I really liked the food The server said they might be starting brunch service at some point so I'm excited to see what that looks like. After looking at the menu for drinks, we had some questions for the staff and they were somewhat helpful although it was a little confusing sometimes what they were trying to say about the drinks we had had questions about, but I know it's their first week, so giving them some grace here. They just opened so the staff is still getting used to the flow of everything as well as using the devices that they take the orders on. Knowing this I gave five stars since I know it takes some time for staff to get trained, etc.. Inside they have really made it sleek and modern in comparison to how it was decorated before they've made it much more comfortable to sit in terms of not being squished. They have a bench around the outside wall which makes it much more comfortable to sit at. While it is a small location, they did a good job of making it feel like you have enough space. The one thing I will say is at least the two person table felt a little small in terms of the number of plates they brought us. I think the server are still learning, but they need to take the extra plates away sooner rather than later, because there isn't that much room on the table. We went on a Friday night, and the camp is notoriously awful for parking. It took me 15 minutes to find parking just driving around the lot. The camp used to have complementary valet, especially on weekends and I wish they would bring that back because parking is a disaster here. However, my friend did get lucky. She said she was able to park within the first few minutes. read more

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SERVICE - located in the CAMP shopping area near the LAB - parking can be difficult especially over the weekend - indoor and outdoor seating - plenty of tables open on weekend afternoon - indoor space is well lit and decor is plant themed - servers are very friendly and helpful MENU - plant forward variety of brunch and dinner dishes - all vegan, gluten free options marked - average price ($16 per entree) FOOD - patty melt with fries (9/10): wild rice and lentil patty sandwiched between two slices of crusty bread with melty cheese, mushrooms, and served with a side of fries and onion jam. This was our favorite dish. It is hearty but does not leave you feeling heavy. There is a strong umami punch from the mushrooms and patty which is offset by the creamy cheese. The onion jam is also an unexpected alternative to traditional ketchup. A must order for weekend brunch. - chilaquiles (8/10): tortilla chips smothered in roasted chili salsa, tomatoes, beans, queso fresco, and cilantro. Our server recommended this as one of the best sellers from the menu and I could definitely see why. The flavors were perfectly balanced between the spicy salsa and the creamy cheese. I was not expecting the tiny beans as most places would put black beans but this worked well. It makes a great dish to share with friends. - beet benedict (7/10): three gluten free biscuits topped with roasted beetroot and covered in coconut hollandaise sauce. This was one of the daily specials and recommended by our server. It was a unique and visually stunning dish with the contrast between the red beets and yellow sauce. I appreciated how the default biscuit was gluten free and it did not have an odd aftertaste. The sauce was very coconutty. - French toast (5/10): three slices of battered sourdough toast covered in strawberry sauce and served with a side of maple syrup. This was another one of the specials for the day we went. I liked the texture of the bread and the slight eggy flavor that it had absorbed. It was a good dish to share but I felt like it could become overly sweet on its own. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! The food and ambience were fantastic. read more

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Excellent vegan food, great atmosphere, friendly employees. Highly recommend the sushi roll app and the cheesey truffle fries

speaking as a non vegan/vegetarian, i was impressed with how much i enjoyed the food. yes, you can tell that it's veg/vegan, and yes the textures are kinda mushy, but boy do they deliver on the flavors! this place is lofty and airy, and feels so spacious. theres plenty of indoor and outdoor seating! the staff were all so friendly and attentive and didn't rush us, even when they were getting ready for dinner service. we were also told this restaurant is zero waste, which is awesome! we ordered the patty melt, which had a rice and lentil "patty", caramelized onions, and some sort of jammy spread. the "patty" itself didn't have much flavor, it kind of reminded me of refried beans in taste and texture. the caramelized onions are on the sweeter side, which i didn't like as much, but some may. the bread was toasted to perfection and had a nice crispness. the fries to me were so good, thick cut, salted nicely, served with a beet (?) ketchup which i didnt like as much. the breakfast sando was in my opinion the better of the two. the bun was nice and soft. the "egg" was of unknown ingredients but it was delicious, tasted kind of like a curry? maybe? the tomato and pickled onions inside were a nice contrast to the flavor bomb "egg". it came with a interesting side salad, but not really my jam. read more

The Plot - patty melt (brunch menu) - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Came here last night with the bf and I had never heard of them. He's been to the Oceanside location and said it was a really good place. I like the rustic decor of the place. We were seated quickly even though we didn't have reservations. We were given a sample to taste since it's a new establishment here. We ordered the truffle fries to start, and then had the "meatloaf" and the "biscuits and gravy." Everything was delicious. I was really surprised how flavorful everything was. The texture of the chicken I assume was extra firm tofu as it didn't give off the texture of vegan chicken that I've had at other places. We really enjoyed the entire experience and plan to come back in the near future. read more

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I have been to The Plot in Oceanside and was so excited to hear that they were opening a second location in Costa Mesa. I love visiting the Camp so the location is perfect in my mind, surrounded by similarly minded businesses. The restaurant is light and airy with a big outdoor patio. I loved the benches with pillows that made for a very "come and stay" vibe. I met a friend here for Sunday brunch and we were both extremely impressed. The servers were all very friendly and knowledgeable, providing great food recommendations. I had the Bfast Sando which was delicious - a great egg alternative made with chickpeas and tofu. My friend had the Patty melt with fries and thoroughly enjoyed it. Tried the alcohol-free riesling and Paloma and found them both light and refreshing. Will definitely return to enjoy a meal off of the regular menu. read more

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Had to find out what all the trending talk was about at the Plot in Costa Mesa. We were greeted with a smile and promptly seated. We asked our waiter Javi to recommend some of their best dishes and without hesitation he suggested the following: The Chilaquiles had a nice kick with all the flavors you'd expect from Chilaquiles. The chicken and waffles w/maple syrup really hit the spot. The kimchi spam bowl exotic with a crispy surprise in every bite. My favorite was the patty melt. I thought it was amazing. Javi really suggested winning dishes and was so welcoming... you just can't wait to go back. Ambiance was trendy and happening. Service fantastic! read more

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Love, LOVE this place! The Ingredients and flavor combinations are sheer genius! Excellent service and calming ambiance, I could hang out here everyday. read more

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Great food! Wonderful staff! The Carrot Fish was amazing!! Highly recommended!! The outside seating was great in the evening!! read more

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The food was good. Had a nice hippie countercultural feel from the 1960s but the food was actually very tasty. All vegan or vegetarian I would highly recommend read more

The Plot - Spam made out of red lentil and kimchi. Very good - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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So happy Costa Mesa opened after Oceanside has been a favorite place to stop on the way back from San Diego. Stopped on a rainy day for my birthday and loved both sandwich's my friend and I got. Service was quick and attentive. And love the round yurt spot, feels cozy and open at the same. Crème brûlée banana desert was unlike any desert I've had before and very creative and delicious. Just hoping the "chicken" and biscuits can make it to the menu all day in the future. Looking forward to trying both weekend brunch and dinner read more

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Amazing food and Wonderful service! We have eaten at the Plot in Oceanside and loved love it...we are so happy that they opened one at The Camp on Bristol across from the Lab. It's all completely Vegan and they have many gluten free options as well. They are happy to explain the dishes to you. And what goes into the delicious food most of it is locally grown and organic but it's all plant-based clean and delicious. I know it sounds funny but you can actually taste the love in every bite. It's that good. The plot is adorable and funky, very hip. It's like eating in a big tent yurt there is also outdoor seating with heaters, which is fun for people watching. You must try the Chezzy Truffle Fries the "sushi" and the chicken and biscuits if you want something a little heavier! Whatever you order I'm sure you'll enjoy you can't go wrong. I've been back twice now since they've opened this location. The plot is the place it's totally worth dealing with a busy parking lot. Get there early and make reservations. read more

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The Plot for brunch was a winner! Their Pina Colada scone converted this non-scone person - warm, delicious, and truly amazing. The chilaquiles were also fantastic, especially the incredible charred herbs. Highly recommend and will be back! read more

Our favorite restaurant in Orange County, hands down. From patient, friendly, and knowledgeable servers, to the occasion gift from the chef in the form of a sample dish like pickles, to the delicious and decadent and fresh food, The Plot is best thing in the world. The menu items rotate based on season and the chef's new ideas. The hot tea is served as fresh whole leaves in a teapot. The coffee is served in your own French press. Every time we come, our server recommends a different dish for "next time." So the next time we come, we try that dish and we love it. And that new server encourages us to try ANOTHER dish! We go consecutive days at a time and we love it. read more

The Plot - Meatless loaf. 100/10 - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Came here for the first time to celebrate our mom's birthday dinner. We tried to make a reservation for 8 and they didn't really have an opening online. We tried to call them Multiple time when they opened but after an hour was able to get hold of them and they were able to accommodate us in the evening. Our mom is a vegan so it's nice to have a place that is fully vegan. Service is great since we walked in. I can't recall the names of our host and server but they were extremely friendly and the host, he was the nicest person. Even though he's a host he helped us a lot with food running, pre bussing the table, refilling our water, and even setting us up for desserts. We did share everything and did family style. We ordered the grilled cabbage, crab cake, truffle cheese fries, the chronic, biscuits and gravy, chopped kale cesar salad, polenta and chorizo, yuzu yam, carrotfish and chip, and the shepard pie. Wish i took photos of them but only was able to take a photo of the amuse bouche! Everything came out quickly. I do recommend the carrotfish and chip, biscuits and gravy and the cesar salad. Yuzu yam was good just on the heavier side. We tried the banana creme brulee but wasn't as great as it sounded. We would definitely come back again read more

The Plot - Amuse bouche - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Wow. The food was amazing. My husband is a meat eater and went out of comfort zone to eat at the Plot with me. The pinot noir was delicious and we tried the orange wine that was not overly sweet and very refreshing. Brussel sprouts and pickles were delicious. The carrot fish tacos and seasonal pasta were also fantastic. But the service was above all the best part of our time there. Thank you and we will be back soon. read more

My girlfriend took me here for my birthday - this place blew my mind! Such ingenious and flavorful dishes! And the staff is super friendly and they have great menu recommendations - they never steered us wrong. The banana crème brûlée might be my favorite dessert of all time. And it's green how cool is that! read more

The Plot - banana crème brûlée - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I ate here today..AND THERE was a lettuce worm or tiny caterpillar in the shawarma bowl Unfortunately I saw it after finishing the bowl..told the waitress and she did not seem to care much..not cool at all Still paid the full check as they did not offer any discount or empathy to a customer..not going back here read more

Omnivore here! This joint is some of the best, most creative food I've had in a while. We had a special that was a celery root veggie bowl that blew my mind. The red lentil "spam" was better than Spam spam! I can't wait to come back! read more

The Plot - Spam Kimchi Bowl - Vegan Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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