Here it's closed. sorry. I have heard they intend to reopen soon. It must be in a new place,…read morebecause the old Café Vida is still just the burned façade. Good to see some small places are already reopened. I just drove through for the first time and am saddened about the loss of historic look to the Palisades: Development or subdivision style housing being put up and not preserving the feel of what was. Best of luck to Cafe Vida always.

We sat outside. It was a bit chilly , but they had plenty of lamp heaters. The cappuccino was made…read moreperfectly and had the right amount of foam. The drink special of the day was blueberry mint lemonade. It was delish! I order the 2-2-2: 2eggs over easy, 2 fluffy buttermilk pancakes and 2 slices of bacon. The service was stellar. I highly recommend this place for a great breakfast meal.

Stopped by for Sunday brunch with my partner. It wasn't too busy - no wait. The interior was…read morebeautiful. Host let us sit whenever we wanted. The main room was full so we had to sit in the little hallway where you first walk in. We were a bit sad we missed out on more beautiful scenery but it was still cute where we sat. We ordered a Vanilla Iced Coffee, Philly Cheesesteak, and the Burrito with Salmon. The food was delicious and filling. The service was wonderful too. They made sure to check-in with us throughout the meal Unfortunately, we had a terrible parking experience behind the business complex. It's a long story but aside from that, we had a great experience at this restaurant and would recommend to others.

Nice little cafe in the Palisade with a very nice cozy ambiance when you enter. Indoor/outdoor feel…read moreas I think a lot of it is a big patio with plants all around. No one at the front though so almost accidentally walked into the kitchen when trying to find a host (oops). Someone eventually told us to pick a table and we sat in the entrance walkway. Our waiter was cool and recommended the Grilled Veggie Panini which was incredible. The potatoes were nicely seasoned as well. However after the food came that was the last we saw of them until we had to flag them down for the check lol. Nice spot but could improve on the setup and check in on your diners more. My homie was getting parched and no one brought us more water :( - if you pull up check that panini though, even if you're not a veggie boy like me!

My guy Dylan brighten up by doing such a kind gesture and gave me a cookie on the house! Little did…read morehe know that small gesture brightened my day the most. My strawberry dragon fruit cooler was the right amount of sweetness and so refreshing. Would show you my order but it was too good i finished it before i finished typing this.

I've been dying to come here and now I can't wait to come back!!!…read more This place has been on my to go places for Santa Monica! We never go since the walk is so far from Oceana hotel but this time we had scooters! The menu had so much yummy choices and it was so hard to pick one!! I did end up getting the strawberry cloud matcha which was perfect!! Not so sweet but you can't still taste the strawberry! My husband got the world's best vanilla latte. I had to have him try it since he's a "vanilla latte connoisseur". He said it was one of the best! I also tried all the pastries. Olive cake and chocolate banana bread were fiireeeeeee! Loved how moist banana bread was! The olive cake was also still really good the next day after you warmed it up. Both were not overly sweet which I love! The cookie was okay. We didn't like the salt on top of it. It was kind of weird too that the staff if I wanted salt in my matcha. Not sure if that's a thing??? Ambiance is casual. Love the spacious seating indoor and outdoor. There's also a pick up window! I can't wait to come back again and try another drink!!

I've always been a fan of Urth Caffe but I also always leave wishing it were just a little less…read moreexpensive and a little less crowded! Parking in Santa Monica is rarely easy, so I considered it a small victory when I actually found free street parking in the neighborhood during my most recent visit. My go-to order is usually the D'Lox Toast or the D'Lox Sandwich, but this time I opted for the D'Lox on a bagel. It was absolutely delicious as always, though seeing the $20.65 price tag for a bagel sandwich is always a bit of a shock each and every time. And, of course, I couldn't resist pairing it with a Wazuka Matcha. Another $8.50 later, I had one of my favorite matcha drinks in hand. All said and done, breakfast for one came to $32.28, which is pretty steep especially for a place where you order at the counter and find your own table. That said, the quality is consistently excellent. The ingredients are fresh, everything tastes great, and I always enjoy my meal and overall experience at Urth Caffe. If the prices were a bit more reasonable (and the crowds a little smaller), this would easily be a five star spot for me. Until then, it's still a place I'll happily return to whenever my friends want to go.

Dessert: - Chocolate crown cake: rich chocolate flavor…read morethough the cake itself was a little dry Ambiance: - great place to sit and enjoy life - seating both inside and outside on the patio and street

Such a great brunch spot in Venice! The outdoor patio is right by the beach, so the whole place has…read morea really relaxed, California vibe. The food was fresh and delicious. I ordered the Fig tree breakfast special, Everything felt simple but really well done. The drinks were great too, and sitting outside with the ocean right there made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for a sunny weekend brunch!

We went for breakfast. The menu selections arent great. If your just in the mood for a couple of…read moreeggs, toast, and some sausage or bacon... this isnt the spot. So I ordered French toast - it was very dry, no syrup or sauce and had a couple of fig slices on it - Meah. My wife ordered coconut pancakes, the portions was more generous than my French Toast, but also very dry. Everything like bacon or eggs have to be ordered separately as $$ide dishes. The wait staff is horrible. We had to get up from our table and go hunt them down just to get a menu, then to order coffee, and for everything else. The atmosphere is nice because it is right on the Strand. But given the VERY high prices, the nothing special food and menu options, and the lousy wait staff - I would pass on this place.

finally got around to trying this vegan restaurant for dineLA, and i had a great experience! they…read moreseem to be going for a more upscale dinner experience, but i have heard great things about their breakfast as well! i started with the i am luminous lemonade, which was the perfect refreshing drink to pair with my meal. we tried both the delectable corn ribs and the eclectic cauliflower for starters. i really enjoyed both of them and thought they were flavorful, though the cauliflower definitely comes with more food to eat in general! i would like if they gave more corn, but it was good. i got the "i am loving" black rice bowl, and really enjoyed the crispy brussel sprouts with the pickled veg and sesame dressing. i am usually not a huge quinoa fan, but i thought this bowl was done well. i tried some of my friends "i am kansha" and WOW that smokiness on the tofu is something i haven't gotten elsewhere. we ended with the "i am appreciated" strawberry cheesecake. i was not a fan of the nutty crust myself, but i liked the cake. doesn't have much of a cheesecake texture, a lot lighter, but i appreciated the fruity fluffiness! we were able to find parking on a close by residential street. i will be back to try more items!

One of my favorite places to go eat in Venice, CA. You can truly taste that they care about their…read moreingredients and quality of the food. Delicious menu. I wish they would bring back their lasagna, as it was one of my favorite dishes. I recommend trying out anything with lion's mane or to add it to your dish.

|[ u n v a r i a b l e l o v e ]| This review was a long…read moretime coming- this is my fav vegan resto! The quality and service is consistently great and I LOVE how delicious everything is. My go to is the Seoul bowl it's so good and perfectly marinated while still being health conscious 5/5. The newer tikka masala has been a fav lately- it's veggie based but the spices and flavor are on point, just as delicious as a non-vegan dish! I think with soy meat it could be even better, I'll see if that's an option next time, but this was 4.5/5. West coast shrimp side is really satisfying and savory. I rly should try more items here but it's hard to deviate from my favs haha. |[ s i p ]| Drinks are also decent but the star for me here is the food. I really look forward to more new food items to come. |[ n o t e s ]| Parking lot is small and kinda hit or miss but it's worth it. :) Ambiance- cute brunch spot while still health conscious.

Delightful and tasty hidden gem on Washington Blvd in Marina del Rey. There are several places in…read morethe area, but Variable stands apart with their flavorful and satisfying vegan menu. While I am not at all vegan, it can be a fantastic change of pace when trying a cuisine that is not at all my regular routine. Happily, Variable has tons of choices, and we loved what we got. I was drawn towards the 'N Seoul Bowl' (Korean spicy plant based pork, house marinated Kimchi, organic edamame, steamed organic spinach, carrot, steamed broccoli, onion , organic shiitake, topped with green onion and sesame seeds and side organic quinoa). So good, a bit spicy, and so many flavors on the plate it was impossible to not only love it, but I could not finish it, either. That goes from all their dishes. They are big, and in our experience, it came out piping hot soon after ordering it. My companion tried the 'Indian Tikka Masala' (homemade Indian curry, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, yellow squash, potatoes, cabbage, chickpea, micro green, Served with blend wild Jasmin rice and Indian Flat Bread). Tastes so fresh, hearty, with just enough of a kick to it. I look forward to trying some of their other dishes, too. The burger that the table near us ordered looked fantastic. I gotta think that everything here is pretty dang great.

Ive been here for lunch but i've heard great things about their breakfast items so i had to give it…read morea try. I got the breakfast burrito and it was super, super good - would get again. I just didnt love how wet it got toward the bottom and the salsa was nottt the best. Otherwise, very flavorful and yummy. My friends loved their dishes as well and also said they would order both again. Service and location were incredible as usual - love all the workers there and the amazing venice views

​We dropped by Great White to grab some drinks and quick bites to cool off from the LA heat. It is…read morea truly visually beautiful restaurant with a large outdoor area, gorgeous lighting, and large moving windows that make the space feel completely open. The staff are dressed in matching white t-shirts and pants, and the shirts say "All-Day Cafe." However, we walked in a little after 3:00 PM and found out we couldn't order smoothies (which end at 3:00) or breakfast items (which end much earlier at 11:00). For an "all-day cafe," that felt like a bit of a misrepresentation. ​Since it was very, very hot outside, I was disappointed that they were serving lukewarm water. Unfortunately, there was no vegan pizza on the menu, but our first waiter was very, very nice and friendly, and he had the kitchen accommodate us by omitting the cheese, substituting olive oil for chili oil, and adding spinach. The pizza turned out to be very thin, but yummy, and my party also enjoyed the ceviche. I had an iced coconut coffee that was absolutely delicious. ​After our first waiter ended his shift, our second waiter, Mike H., took over the table and never checked on us not even one single time after someone dropped off the food. When a small issue came up with one of the plates, he was just so nonchalant and dismissive, and Mike didn't add to the ambiance of the place at all. Fortunately, I believe it was a manager who then stepped in with a smile and addressed the issue, which was really nice. Aside from that unfortunate service experience, the food and drinks were tasty, but the misleading menu hours, lukewarm water on a hot day, and inattentive waiter definitely left room for improvement.

I've known about this place as loads of friends have recommended it for lunch. Finally made a visit…read moreto it. First time and it was quite nice. It's located along the boardwalk at the beginning of the pier. Literally right at the base of it. Of course with the patio seating, that's the best seat in town. You have the view of the boardwalk and it perfect for people watching. When we stopped in, there was a security guard checking for ID. I guess even with a restaurant they carded people and stamped their hand for alcohol. Patio was open seating with wooden tables and umbrellas. There was two bar on the patio. Majority of the seating were outdoor. Later found out that there's a nice beer garden out back where the restroom was but it wasn't open. Staff were all friendly which is nice. It's a casual beachside cafe. Menu had your usual food, easy eats. Started off with a nice cold one which we were surprised when they brought it out. It was massive. Food, your usual beachside menu. The Philly cheesesteak, which everything as à la carte. It was decent, nothing major but good. Also an order of the chili cheese fries, fish and chips and a classic hot dog with trimming on the side. Food was decent for a beachside cafe. It's nothing fancy but a fun casual dining experience. Vibe and ambiance was pretty mellow and chill. When we were there it seemed more like holiday makers versus the locals. We had a nice experience for our first time and the service was great. Staff were all friendly and sweet. Service animal are allowed in.

Good beer! Good vibes! Good service! If you come down to Santa Monica Pier hit up this place to…read morechill have a drink and vibe with the beach attitude! You never know what might be going on in front of this bar/cafe. We watched a guy and girl do a skate board photo shoot doing some crazy tricks. If that wasn't enough I won an engraved Stella goblet with my name engraved on it just for ordering Stella Artois. That just made my day. This place has a huge back patio 3 bars. Great staff! Super friendly. You do not wait for a table you seat yourself. Someone will come with a two sided menu. Now on to the food. The food is decent. Not over the top. Pricing is about $10-$20 depending what you order. We got the salad without feta cheese with ranch, which was ok. The clam chowder that I've seen raved about I was disappointed as it did not come in a bread bowl. But it wasn't bad. Fries were the perfect mixture of crispy and soft. The magi mahi sandwich was good. I bet they got a lot of dine and dashers previously because they take your credit card up front. So don't be surprised when they ask you for it.

I was craving a burger on a Friday night and saw the reviews of this place. This was soooo good and…read morehit the spot so well! I will definitely drive all the way across town to get it again. It was hot and did not take long to make. The restaurant set up was not ideal but it didn't affect me since my order was to go. There were too many tables and chairs for the space so it was hard to walk through without your butt hitting someone.

Dropped in here for a quick bite after taking a look at their menu. There are so many delicious…read moreselections. I ended up getting the brisket fries and it was next level. They really load up on the toppings on top of well seasoned fries. For the price, it was amazing value. Worker working on the night of 4/20 was super friendly! Good amount of seating inside.