Such amazing sushi, simply scrumptious. New take on sushi and such generous portions. We ordered 4 different rolls, loved them all. Yummmmmm Be prepared to wait for some time, but the food is all worth it. read more

Vegan Castle - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

To have a successful restaurant, and it's very hard, you have to support your employees. One person alone is not enough to run this place. Mop bucket out in the middle of the dining room. The singular employee is overwhelmed not able to take orders or clear off tables.... They put in self-help ordering, fine but didn't finish setting it up. No pictures or descriptions just old dirty menus on the side with descriptions. One last thing, the name doesn't indicate it's a sushi place. I hope they're able to make it work. I waited 30 minutes for my order, and there were only 2 other guests inside. read more

Vegan Castle - Nasty Mop in the dining room - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

Food is delicious and the value is amazing. As others said, the interior needs a bit of a clean. The fans and roof are dusty and dirty. But the actual restaurant floor and kitchen space seemed great, so no complaints. They do have a broken front door. Took a star off because they forgot two tacos on our order! Still, it was great food for low prices. If they opened a second location somewhere with a nicer interior they wpuld be 5 stars no problem, but the place they're in probably helps keep costs down. I would definitely come back and if they hadn't forgotten the tacos I would have really considered giving 5 stars. Would love to know what cream cheese they use! read more

I'm quite embarrassed that after years of living in Long Beach, I've just discovered Vegan Castle. Hands down the best sushi I've had in LBC! And yes -- it's VEGAN. If you're a baked sushi lover, you won't even notice the difference, outside of its exceptionally fresh quality and a "tempura" like no other! This is the spot you take your vegan friends and everyone will be thoroughly pleased. I dined in with a mentor/friend and ordered the Dragon, Scooby Doo and Spider Roll. The rolls are not only well assembled and nice on the eyes, but the flavors were incredible. If you're a fan of chili crunch, the Scooby Doo isn't overly spicy and is enjoyable. The enoki mushrooms in the Spider Roll were cooked to perfection and we had the equivalent of about a roll to take home with leftovers from each dish. Their vegan tempura reminds me of that of "hush puppies" and adds a nice seasoned savory crunch. This is a great spot to swing by for lunch or to order takeout with a humble dining space and kind staff that feels neighborly as ever. Highly recommend! read more

Vegan Castle - Spider Roll, Scooby Doo Roll and Dragon Roll - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

Health and Wellness aside, truly what we eat has a lot to do with all of our senses. If we can eat "sushi" in a sustainable way, then why not?! Prior to experiencing the vegan lifestyle, I never really ate sushi in the sense it was meant to be eaten raw! So, if you were in it for the baked items, you are gonna love this place! Mind you, I only ordered two items from the Appetizers. I came alone and so had no one to share other items on the plant-based menu. The textures and flavors are wonderful....granted I have only been here once and have only tried two things on the menu... I wouldn't mind returning if I were in the area. I would LOVE to see this place flourish! Right now it looks like a one man show. I got to hand it to Tony for working so diligently. He'll take your order, accept payment, and bring your order to your table read more

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Food was excellent. Service was good. We took the food to go; needs to improve ambiance. read more

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The presentation was awesome and the sushi was delicious. Lots of options. It seems like it's one guy running the whole place and he does a great job. read more

Vegan Castle - Menu - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Welcome to the Castle! Absolutely worth the trip, but only one super king managing it all (most of the time). The guy running the show is a one man machine (preparing food, taking orders, handling pick up orders, serving tables, etc.), but that said this means everything comes out slower and orders take quite a bite of time definitely expect up to a 35 to 45 minutes wait for your food to come out after you order, but it will come out and come out amazingly!! Some regulars called in or placed orders online to cut down on the wait. Now we know! Seems like they have less busier times, but Friday and Saturday nights, everyone is craving Vegan Castle. V.C. puts so much care and quality into every dish, it's easy to see why they are so loved and supported. They just need some help to back up the demand of this popular Long Beach spot. Stellar rolls and eats - we were so hungry and had an event/party we were attending after where only drinks are provided, so we knew this would be dinner and essentially inhaled those incredible perfectly prepared rolls. Thick cut, eight pieces, topped with incredible sauces, plus all the goodness. We had the LB/Long Beach roll and the Veggie Tempura Roll, both had 10/10 flavor. Absolutely the best in the LB and definitely top five in Greater Los Angeles County. Definitely want to try everything on the list. Easy parking on the street. Restrooms for customers and tons of seating throughout. You can seat yourself and grab your own water, napkins, utensils, etc. Soy sauce on the tables, and pretty nice mellow ambiance with touches of plants, humble decor and sounds. read more

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Great and tasty as ever! Owner and chef is amazing! Such a chill spot, this place is great for vegans, veg curious, or non vegans. It's just good quality sushi! read more

Vegan Castle - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

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It took a while for Vegan Castle to win me over, but I'm glad it did! My very first experience was back in 2021, within their first year of business. In short, I really enjoyed what I ordered. I had one of the deep-fried rolls, a Red Dragon Roll, and a Crispy Fish Taco. I was just frustrated that it took nearly 75 minutes to get my food. Flash forward to early November 2024. I'm in the neighborhood and decided to place a to-go order. But opted not to when we learned that it would take an hour. At least this time my expectations were managed. I was in the neighborhood again a few weeks later and decided to swing by, place my order, then come back an hour later. I was a bit delayed coming back and arrived closer to 90 minutes later and my order was ready and waiting! I took it home and this Scooby Doo Roll was better than expected! It's filled with tempura shrimp, cream cheese, and jalapeño. It's topped with avocado, spicy mayo, chili garlic, and green onion. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/vegan-castle-long-beach?select=9XLA5cE6-O6T80bi6MoZpw Then in December 2024, I was in the neighborhood once again and popped over for another roll. I asked the guy what time it would be ready and to my surprise, he said 10-15 mins! I think I found the best pocket of time because my Spider Roll was ready as expected and it was super yummy! It's made with tempura enoki mushrooms, greens, carrot, cucumber, and avocado. It's topped with spicy mayo, unagi sauce, and green onion. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/vegan-castle-long-beach?select=jZX984N44Z1XUL5zs62Afg While I was eating, I had some great conversations with the guy about his restaurant. On my last two visits, he was the only one working! It really made me appreciate all that goes into being a small business owner. Much respect for being a rare vegan gem in the west side of Long Beach. read more

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While the sushi rolls were delicious, they mostly had the same few ingredients in different combinations. There is but one person running the restaurant. He cooks and serves. You aren't greeted when you enter, and you order and pay at a kiosk. It took an hour for our food to arrive even though there were only two people and two to-go orders ahead of us. I pity the four groups who came in after us. The ambience is horrible. The furniture, walls and ceiling all need repair. No decorations except some plants in a corner. If you really love their sushi rolls, you might find it worth it. I didn't. read more

Loved the Volcano and the Spider Roll! Those are must-gets, just trust. They are both pretty big rolls. The red dragon roll was solid. The rainbow roll was beautiful but wished it had more crunch to it and not sure how I feel about banana being one of the toppings. The ocean roll was okay. Also wished it had more of a bite or crunch to it, but that's just my personal preference. We came on a Saturday afternoon and there was just one guy working the entire place so we had a wait a lil bit for all of our rolls to arrive on the table but he did a great job at making sure everyone had at least something on the table to munch on while he prepped the rest of the orders. Plenty of street parking! read more

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The vegan sushi here is so good! There are so many different rolls offered, and we love that the entire menu is vegan. Definitely one of our favorites. read more

The food is phenomenal. Best Vegan (plant-based) rolls we ever had. We keep coming back. Once in awhile when we feel like eating rolls, this is the only place that comes to mind. We always order the fried rolls, crispy fish tacos, and fries. The portion they gave us this time was a lot. It was decent for the price and was surprised. Everything tastes good. Order in advance to avoid wait time as it may take a while to get your food here. The chef takes pride in his cooking but they definitely need more manpower. I've seen different girls work here but maybe hire another cook but maybe too costly. The owner chef is always friendly however. One thing they need to change now is the flusher in their toilet. It's been like that since years ago and I can't believe they still haven't fixed it. It's still like that and been that way for so long. read more

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Bottom line: BEST sushi in SoCal--hands down! Vegan Castle is a hidden treasure where Tony works absolute magic. Everything is 100% vegan, and the sushi rolls are out of this world--fresh, flavorful, and creative. He also makes amazing tacos and a wide variety of other dishes, all at super reasonable prices. Whether you're vegan or not, this place is a must-try. The quality and value are unbeatable. Don't miss it! Call first!!! read more

Vegan Castle - Two sushi rolls and a fish taco!!! - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

Amazing!!! Never had more delicious vegan rolls Very friendly chef who fed us deliciously and with soul! Very fresh and quality products, everything was cooked fresh and appetizing We will definitely come back more than once! read more

Vegan Castle - Red Dragon Roll - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Giiiiiiiiirl! Ok... So let me first say that if the food wasn't absolutely amazing I would have given this place one star. 1. This place is insanely slow. I got there when it opened and didn't get my food until 2 hours later. 2. There is no customer service. Literally there's just one dude working there and he's too busy to help you. 3. This place is in a horrid state of disrepair and cleanliness. To elaborate: I got there when it opened and there was only one person ahead of me. There was no sign or any indication on where I was supposed to order my food. I kinda just had to interrupt the only guy there to order my food. It took 2 hours for my food to be served and for some reason the people after me got served first and they got served the wrong food but since it took so long they just took the wrong food and left. About an hour and a half into waiting I was informed that one of the items I ordered was not in stock and I got a refund. The place itself had a boarded up front door, broken seating, cracked and broken ceiling and paint, the floors/walls/tables were grimy, the toilet can only be flushed by pulling on a zip tied chain and it looks like the place hasn't seen soap and water for years. Anyway, if you have a couple of hours to kill, don't care about customer service and have had all your shots then this is the place for you! read more

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This was my first time trying out vegan food. The staff were friendly. I tried the shrimp vegan taco. The taco is a little messy, but healthy and delicious. The only thing is the restaurant does not feel very welcoming, it needs to be updated. But overall great food, great quality, and budget friendly. read more

Vegan Castle - Shrimp Vegan Taco - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

Even though I'm not vegan anymore ... I still love this place! Everything is delicious! read more

Vegan Castle - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

My girlfriend and I loove this place! Best vegan sushi I've ever had! My girlfriends vegan and I'm a flexitarian so I'm a little more picky with vegan sushi because I still eat regular sushi every now and then. However this place seriously has the best vegan sushi! It's a must try! It can take quite awhile for you to get your food at times but that's because the owner is doing everything. Super nice guy and really puts his heart and soul into his food. It's definitely worth the wait though! I'd say come patient and give a big tip. All the vegan spots are struggling in the area and I'd hate to see another amazing vegan spot go under. We have to help support this place as much as possible! A food gem read more

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There's something deeply intimate about food crafted by a single pair of hands and this vegan sushi proves that passion can be tasted in every bite. From the moment the plate arrived, it felt less like a meal and more like a carefully composed work of art. Each roll was perfectly crisp on the outside, giving way to a soft, flavorful interior layered with fresh avocado, savory fillings, and that satisfying sushi rice texture we all crave. The sauces? Absolutely decadent. A rich, spicy drizzle balanced with a slightly sweet glaze, finished with sesame seeds and green onions it created a harmony of flavors that danced between bold and comforting. Every bite had depth, not just taste but intention. What truly elevates this experience is knowing it's all made by one person. You can feel the dedication in the details the precision of each slice, the balance of textures, the way everything comes together so effortlessly. It's not just food... it's craftsmanship. And let's not ignore the presentation the vibrant orchid, the glossy finish of the sauces, the golden crisp of the roll it's clear this is someone who cares deeply about what they create. Final Verdict: This isn't just vegan sushi it's proof that plant based food can be indulgent, creative, and soul satisfying. A hidden gem crafted with intention, skill, and heart. (5/5 without hesitation) read more

Vegan Castle - Dragon Roll - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

What a Gem this is for Long Beach. Hands down the best vegan sushi I've ever had. Small but cute spot right off a main road. Chill ambiance inside, nothing too fancy nor too loud. Great to take my family of 3 kids. Now when it comes to the service and food that's why I keep coming back. The service is top notch. The owner does everything himself, he's super man in the kitchen. So yes there will be a little bit of a wait keep that in mind but grab your water and just relax knowing there's lots of love going into the order. Every roll on the menu is so unique, colorful, some with unique sauces and all with flavors exploding in your mouth (pause ). My favorites are the dragon roll, miso soup, ocean roll but I've tried most of the menu and enjoyed all but the sweet banana one. I just can't do the sweetness tbh lol If you're looking for a great lunch or a date out highly recommend coming here. If you don't like the wait then order at least 20 minutes ahead by phone! read more

Vegan Castle - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

The rainbow roll was my favorite because I was pleasantly surprised that vegetables and fruit made up the colors at the top instead of fake fish. The roasted red peppers were the "tuna" at the top of the roll. Delicious! Also really loved the hand rolls. I liked the very satisfying shrimp-less one. I thought it was cute that the dragon roll was bendy! Would definitely come back again to this hole in the wall place. The guy making the food was solo and was very friendly and hardworking. Very good prices for this kind of sushi! read more

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Food was delicious but the wait for the food took about an hour so be prepared to wait a long time. Staff was friendly read more

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Really good sushi. Price is reflective of quality and presentation. Went for pick up order as I was passing by the area. Recommend to call and place order or maybe you can do it online ? Otherwise you're probably going to have to wait a good while. There are several tables for dine in though I'd only recommend if you're in no hurry. When I went it was just one worker doing it all from making the rolls to serving customers and answering the phone. So it can take awhile but I think it's worth the wait. read more

Food is always amazing Freshly made with great care Found this place based on social media and have gone back at least weekly read more

The Santa Fe Roll is bomb! Don't sleep on this Westside LB gem. Recommend ordering ahead.

Still delicious, still consistent. Definitely going to come back and back and back. We still think the best is the Red Dragon roll.

Incredible vegan sushi spot in Long Beach. I didn't come with much expectations and was really impressed with the food. When you arrive, you order at the front and then they will bring the food to you. They definitely put a lot of attention in their ingredients and presentation. My favorite roll was the spider roll which was crisp, flavorful and hit the spot. I also tried the tuna hand roll which had a nice texture and overall was delicious. Even though the setting is pretty simplistic with not much of an aesthetic, the delicious food made up for it. The restaurant is located in a neighborhood area so you can find parking there. I will definitely come back to enjoy their other rolls. read more

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I loved this place! The sushi was fresh, super flavorful, and honestly so creative. You can really tell they care about the details! everything looked beautiful when it came out, and it tasted just as good as it looked. The rolls had such fun flavor combinations that worked perfectly together, and it felt like every bite was made with a lot of care. Even if you're not vegan, I think you'd be impressed. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Vegan Castle - Red Dragon Roll - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Holyyyyyy smokessss, this place is AMAZING!!!!! 10/10!!!! The aquarium and vegan sushi = perfect date.

Was in the area decided to stop by let me tell you a great decision staff was friendly. The food took a min to come out there was a couple of people ahead of us but well worth it we had the wait. We loved the Santa Fe and the Scooby will deff be back. read more

Vegan Castle - Santa Fe Roll and Volcano Roll - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I am very impressed. The ambiance was cute and relaxing. I was surprised to see one gentleman manning the restaurant. He had amazing customer service. He made the food and served it with a smile. Presentation did not lack nor did the last of these rolls. I'd definitely come again. read more

Vegan Castle - Spicy Edamame - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Absolutely loved the sushi. Went there with our friends. Sushis are delicious. Presentation was great and rolls were huge. Will definitely go back. #Veganuary read more

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I admit that I was super skeptical of this place only because sometimes I feel places sometimes have difficulty living up to the hype that they generate. I'm super glad that this place lives up to the hype. I definitely enjoyed all the food that we had. We had the Tuna Handroll, Fish Handroll, Spider Roll, and Red Dragon Roll. Let me start with the Handroll as appetizers. They both were delicious. I honestly forgot that it was vegan. It hit me halfway through that I was not eating fish. Now the stars of the show were the rolls. I had my eye on the Red Dragon and it did not disappoint. All the flavors combined perfectly to create a very satisfying flavor profile. Definitely a good one. But I must say that the Spider Roll was the BEST! The Tempura batter combined with the rest of ingredients was a symphony in your mouth. Hyperbole alert, but it definitely was amazing. If you dig tempura like I do, then this one is a must. Next time I come, I'd like to try other rolls, but I know I'll at least get the spider roll since it's now my go to roll here. Who knows, maybe another roll may take its spot. But I look forward to finding out! read more

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Been coming here forever. Best vegan food hands down. But the owner refuses to hire help. He'll have 6 tables waiting with no food for hours. I've waited 2 hours before, and let it go because the food is great-- but it happened again and at this point it's unacceptable. Foods amazing, but this place needs workers, at least another cook. Come here if you want to wait 1+ hours for your order. read more

ORDER AHEAD and give them time to create their masterpieces! The food is delicious! 1 out of the 4 of us is vegan, and the other 3 just love delicious food, so we decided to try Vegan Castle. (Should have read more reviews.) Just like other reviewers, I would have given 5, but was unaware of the wait time and was shocked when we were told our food would take so long to come out. Don't dine in on your lunch break UNLESS you ORDER ahead, especially on a Friday! Ambiance: simple, needs personality, but somewhat clean. There's only one chef (talented) and one chef apprentice/server; both super nice! Keep improving, and if the food is what's bringing people back, take colorful pictures of the food and make that your wall art. Food was amazing! We had miso soup (not sure if the missing tofu was intentional), spicy edamame, cucumber avocado roll, LB roll, rainbow roll and spicy crispy tuna roll. All of us were delighted with the playful, yummy flavors. We devoured all of it. Service: There was a bit of self help when getting our "utensils" and napkins and drinks, but honestly it gave it a homey feeling where we all pitch in to set the table and once our food was ready we were attended well. read more

One man show but definitely worth the wait. Love the food and presentation. Lets support local businesses, especially vegan ones to help keep them open and running to make amazing food for us. read more

Great food (beautifully presented!) and friendly service! My only issue is the ambiance is lacking a bit. It's a fairly small store and the walls are pretty bare. There was also a bench that I was sitting on that was falling apart a bit, so sitting down and standing up was loud and difficult. But they do have some beautiful plants! Overall, the place was pretty good! I would come back, but it would be great if they could make the place a bit more inviting somehow. read more

Vegan Castle - From closest to farthest: a Spider Roll, Avocado Roll, and Cucumber and Avocado Roll. - Vegan Near Me - Long Beach, California

I don't know who gave this guy the right to be so talented but holy smokes this place is good. The rolls are so flavorful and textured, and the presentation is always beautiful, especially when you dine in. This is my favorite place to bring non-vegans because they're always so impressed. My vegan-skeptical dad keeps asking when we're going back and my ex tells me he still thinks about this place. Plus the prices are affordable and the owner-operator is so nice. It can take a while to get the food because he's a one-man show but it's worth it! read more

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