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I saw this place on social media and bookmarked it for if I was ever in the area. Stopped in to grab a weekend sweet treat and tried my first ever plant based ice cream! This is a tiny shop, there is no indoor or outdoor seating, expect to take your ice cream to-go. This area is nice to walk around in and you're close enough to the beach that I didn't mind this. Pink Vanilla 4/5, this is SUPER date heavy, just traces of vanilla and coconut. It did come with quite a bit in the cup but even though its plant based, I would recommend you don't eat this all at once as you'll probably end up with a similar stomachache as I had ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Cookie Smash 3/5, this tasted like a candy bar between a Reese's and a Snickers. I was told this was a super popular flavor but I prefer a more fruity tasting ice cream so I opted for the pink vanilla read more

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What a hidden gem in Santa Monica! Randomly stumbled across this seriously delicious ice cream place (and dairy-free/plant-based, even better). The employee working was so friendly and helpful, offering samples and recommendations. They had quite a few great flavors to choose from - the chocolate and strawberry were standouts. I'm not usually a chocolate person ever, but this was soo good. The strawberry tasted super fresh/real too. Portion size was generous. I would absolutely recommend and come back. read more

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Been frequenting this spot for almost a decade. They always have the kindest employees in the shop. Their ice cream primarily uses coconut cream and dates, so I don't feel guilty afterwards. They have an assortment of toppings, and you can get by the scoop or pint. I love the rotating flavors and Wednesday deals. It's a super cute shop on Montana with outdoor seating. Highly recommend if you're looking for a healthier sweet treat, or any sweet treat! read more

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AMAZING. Workers are always so friendly, you can sample any flavor, and split flavors in each cup. My favorite is the cookie dough series they've had this month. I've come back like 5x in the span of 2 weeks. PLEASE keep the cookies & dough series in rotation!!! read more

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The service is great, the girl was very polite (I forgot the name). However, we didn't like the taste of ice-cream, it is good, it is an acquired taste. read more

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Really loved trying all the flavors. Michael the owner was there and gave us the whole backstory. It has the creaminess of real ice cream and not too sweet just perfect. Highly recommended to add toppings like the dark chocolate and the chocolate sprinkles! I would say the winner is the Tuesday special The chocolate peanut butter! read more

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Lucy T.

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If you are dairy free and love ice cream this is the place to go! I had the chocolate coconut ice cream, and it was mouthwatering! I tasted very healthy and satisfied my chocolate craving! The service is great because they do answer all your questions! The place is really small, so there is nowhere to sit! read more

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THE BEST VEGAN ICE CREAM IN LA!! Or any other part of the world honestly. You cannot tell that the ice cream is made from minimal, clean ingredients as it is so rich and creamy. Not only is the ice cream delicious, the service here every time has been on point. Every worker is so friendly and has the best attitude. read more

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Lucy Y.

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I love the vegan ice cream here! I just Postmated a couple pints, & my sealed bag came with the cutest drawings on it. Very sweet! The flavors I picked today were both favorites: Strawberry Shortcake - with soft Sweet Laurel cake chunks, so good! Lemon Cream - slightly coconutty, lemony, & smooth - love this! Both flavors were just the right amount of not very sweet, to let the fruity flavors come through. There's never any regret after eating these yummy, clean treats! Highly recommend! read more

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Delicious!!! Finally tried out this lovely vegan ice cream spot and they did not disappoint. I got two scoops of their limited Twixx flavor and it was very tasty. They have friendly and efficient service and give generous amounts. Some seating inside and out to enjoy with your friends or loved ones read more

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Disappointed.... as a holistic food blogger who is vegan and gluten free my boyfriend and I were so excited to find this place and baffled why we didn't sooner considering we live down the street. We had a hankering for ice cream and from everything we saw online it seemed right up our alley. I always appreciate when any business is fully transparent with the ingredients they use and are health conscious which this place is. We popped in tonight and immediately loved the vibe. It's cute and clean even though it's a bit small. We were drawn in by the strawberry cheesecake but their special tonight was cookies and cream so we decided to get that. I got one scoop of that with sprinkles and my boyfriend got that and the passionfruit. At first the flavor seemed really bitter to me but I kept eating it and then started to hit the cookie chunks which (and I could be wrong here) seemed to be raw to me which made the texture unpleasant. The whole scoop was just filled with the cookie crumble and it really detracted from the ice cream itself. It was VERY rich and bitter. I had to stop eating it. The passionfruit was fantastic (we both loved it) but I'm not kidding when I say we both got super nauseous immediately from the cookies and cream. I really think it was the flavor (which just had a confusing taste personally) and the cookie crumble which was almost raw and frozen inside. The service was great and we love the concept so definitely want to come back and perhaps try the strawberry cheesecake or a more fruity flavor and give that a shot cause we really want to like this place but this experience was just super unpleasant and disappointing. I will update review once I go back with my next experience! read more

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Best Ice cream in LA tastes like Ben and Jerry's but is totally organic and doesn't contain any gums or oils. The service is unbelievable! And it's a cute shop. Don't miss it read more

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H Leigh! Thank you so much for the amazing review - we really do…

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Jamie P.

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Michael and his wife turn out the MOST incredible gf, df, rsf ice creams in the world. I don't know how they do it but they're truly spectacular!! Such a wonderful company, smaller family-owned, I'm not sure how it's not blown up even more -- but it's my favorite ice cream spot and it's healthy?! WILD. BIG LOVE read more

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Bryan E.

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I've never been a fan of vegan anything. BUT.... this place is unbelievable. EVERYTHING is so delicious. I add their products in my protein shakes every night. Owner Mike is incredible and treats us like family. New employee Emmy was super sweet and helpful. If your in the neighborhood stop by, you will not regret it. read more

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Nova N.

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Jaelyn is the best! She helped me find my favorite ice cream mix and I love this place please come! Great vibes

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Nikita K.

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This is our new favorite spot! First of all, one scoop costs around $7-$10, but unlike other places, you get a huge scoop. The ice cream is delicious, though some of the milk-based flavors can be a bit rich. My favorite is the strawberry ice cream,It's not sweet at all and incredibly refreshing. The service is fast and friendly, and they always help me split one scoop between my family since it's so big.and they only charge for one cup Great place! read more

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Nicole W.

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This place ROCKS! I have never left a yelp review but felt the need for this one. I ordered two flavors for delivery and both are spectacular. Clean fresh ingredients and total transparency on ingredient list. For someone with a sensitive stomach and lots of dietary restrictions I thought ice cream was a thing of the past for me, but FFC has changed the game. It's delicious and better for you and doesn't hurt my stomach. I'm sure I will be a customer for life. ILY FFC!!! Don't ever leave me! read more

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The raving reviews brought me here. So I'm sure you're wondering: Did Frozen Fruit Co live up to the hype? I'm glad you asked. Frozen Fruit Co exceeded the Yelp hype. This place is changing the ice cream game for the better. As soon as we walked in, the passionate owner greeted us with a big, warm smile and eagerly asked us if we'd like to try this weekend's special flavor. First sign that this ice cream was going to be a hit. Samples were encouraged. Many samples later, my wife and I both settled on the snickerdoodle and sea salt chocolate. Although every single flavor that we tried was divine. Ok, onto the specifics of the product. Wow. Creamy, smooth, fresh, decadent, and... all natural and vegan?! Made with nothing but fresh, whole, ingredients and sweetened with dates?! Love this healthy, wholesome take on ice cream. And love that it makes my taste buds sing. It's easy to miss this charming, hole in the wall spot if you're strolling down Montana street. So put Frozen fruit Co on on your radar and stop by for some of the best ice cream that you'll ever have, complimented by top-notch service. read more

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Leo S.

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The best clean ingredients ice cream you will find in all of Los Angeles! The ice cream is SO delicious. I can't even believe it's dairy free. Really unique flavors. Everyone who works here is super sweet and just such a pleasure. Cute benches to sit outside by the waterfall but super casual and just perfection. Love the vibe and energy of entire place read more

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Dalia V.

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100% plants, 0% guilt! I love this spot and how fresh all the flavors are. The strawberry flavor (more of a sorbet than ice cream) is super refreshing these hot summer days. Food: 10/10 Drinks: N/A Service: 10/10 Affordable: 9/10 Vegan-friendly: 10/10 read more

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Alex D.

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This is everything I want as a dairy free person! I love that it's super simple ingredients too! I share the peanut butter salted caramel with my son before we go to the park and it makes both of us so happy to have a sweet treat. Also enjoyed the strawberry and cream and the mint chip. Highly recommend if you are dairy free or just try to natural sugar like dates and maple syrup, so delicious! read more

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Mackenzie F.

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My favorite dessert place ever! I am a frequent customer and the flavors never disappoint.

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Mike V.

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Easily one of the best ice cream spots in LA. The ingredients are clean & simple, the flavors taste amazing, and you'd never guess it's all plant-based. What makes Frozen Fruit Co even better is how much they actually connect with their customers. They're always taking feedback--both in person and on Instagram--to come up with new flavors, and sometimes even whip up custom ones for people. It feels like Michael & Victoria genuinely care about making the experience fun and unique every time. Definitely a gem in the LA ice cream scene, and you won't be disappointed when you go. read more

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Still one of the best dessert spots in LA. Came here for an afternoon sweet treat and had a scoop of the strawberry as well as the chocolate sea salt. Everything is made fresh and is vegan/dairy-free. The employee helping us gave us samples to decide between the chocolate and chocolate sea salt (the chocolate sea salt has extra oomph while the chocolate is very sweet). There's a bench outside with a fountain. Credit cards accepted. You can get points each time you visit. Again, it's a lovely spot to get (relatively) healthy yet tasty dessert. read more

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Victoria P.

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Nina N.

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So hearty and can taste all the real ingredients. Orange creamsicle is 10 out of 10 Vanilla brownie has the right textures but it tastes more like a granola-y vibe than a decadent brownie vibe read more

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Brian P.

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Michael and his staff are so sweet! I enjoyed the Almond Biscotti flavor SO much, that when I mentioned it to him he made another batch just for me and let me know when it was ready. All of the flavors are so delicious and they use Sweet Laurel cookies for some of them which is awesome, but you cannot go wrong with any of them! Also worth mentioning, this is the first vegan/gf ice cream that while eating the pint, I haven't been able to stop it's so good... and that says a lot! HIGHLY RECOMMEND EVERY FLAVOR. read more

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Amazing, delicious, made in shop vegan ice cream! Worth stopping here! Owner was very nice!

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You know when The Bee Gees are playing and the staff is singing and dancing while they serve you , you are in the right place with the right vibe. Vegan fruit sweetened Plant based and non dairy ? Whoa surprise find on a visit to see my son who is an undergrad at ucla working the summer at a lab until Fall term. We are fans! Thank you for innovating such a healthy option for dessert. The community is so lucky, Also woman owned or woman innovated or both ! ? Yay for women owned businesses . Only complaint? Why don't we have this in SF? Ping me if you want to open one read more

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Victoria P.

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Unbelievably delicious vegan chocolate ice cream OMG!!! Creamy, chocolatey, perfectly sweet - I could eat this every day.

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Amazing flavors with clean, real ingredients which make 'nice cream' that tastes fantastic! read more

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Probably the best plant-based dairy free ice cream spot out there. I made a stop with one other person during the weekend. We were greeted by the nice girl there who offered us samples immediately. She was very knowledgable and answered all our questions. I love that they do not use added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Their ice creams are made with very few ingredients which I like. I loved everything I tried. They're known for their salted chocolate which is pretty good. They have featured flavors that are different everyday. On the day we went they a chocolate strawberry one that was really good. We shared a single scoop which consist of any two flavors of your choice. We got their salted caramel and vanilla. OMG a single scoop is quite large and was only about $6. The salted caramel is my favorite. It was perfect. Vanilla is also a goodie. Their ice creams are very creamy and smooth. Their pricing is so good for what they offer and how much they give you. It's additional for toppings but no toppings needed for me. I really want to come back and try their peanut butter one when they offer it. I'm kind of a eat-clean kind of person so I was very happy I found this place. I highly recommend if you are like that as well. read more

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Victoria P.

Hi Cat! I literally just saw this amazing review - thank you so much…

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Killer flavors! Aside from their big portions, what I did, was ask for my topping in between the scoops so it doesn't spill out the side. Such nice service and such a cute place 11/10 recommend. read more

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Ilana S.

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We have been regulars here for years and love it. My husband is avoiding refined sugar, so loves that he can get a sweet treat here that is sweetened with dates. We love the almond biscotti, mint chocolate chip and chocolate peanut butter. Also the special with cherries. Delicious! The staff has always been extremely friendly to us. Our teenager still prefers dairy ice cream, but this is perfect for us. We also love the waffle cones! Delicious! read more

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Really good ice cream especially the cherry chocolate! I honestly thought it was real ice cream and not vegan

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I love this place! The vegan ice cream is delicious and made from bananas and coconuts instead of cream. It is honestly better tasting than regular ice cream! They always have Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Salted Chocolate and Salted Mint Chip. The salted Chocolate and Salted Mint Chip are my favorites! In addidinton to these wonderful flavors they have weekly specials! I think the cofee and cookie dough are the best I've ever had! Highly recommend! read more

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A diamond in the rough when it comes to healthy vegan ice cream! Frozen Fruit Co has a vast array of creative flavors in their vibrant, flowery storefront with the friendliest servers. I absolutely adore their weekend specials and Thursday flavors. Don't forget to take a picture because their wallpaper and decor are adorable! read more

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I stopped in for some vegan ice cream. Chose the mint chocolate chip, didn't even try any other flavors bc it was so good. Highly recommend. Big serving for just one scoop too. read more

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I came here with some friends for a sweet treat because two of us are vegan and my friends seemed to be quite impressed with the flavor of the ice cream. I was more impressed by the simplicity of the ice creams and the transparency of ingredients. I appreciate how they made each treat as simple and natural as possible. I tried a bite of the strawberry ice cream and it was honestly more like a sorbet than an ice cream since the ingredients are only strawberries and agave. I loved the flavor and my friends said the flavor was very refreshing. I thought it tasted like the strawberry sorbets that I can get a pint for less at a grocery store. However, I appreciate the sustainable message and commitment to the environment and healthiness that this small business supports. I hope they flourish with those values. I thought the cashier was nice and she did allow samples to a family that I saw come in after us. My friend asked for what was popular and she politely described the two or three top flavors. It was an enjoyable experience. There's no indoor seating but there is a nice counter you can kind of lean on. read more

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Got the decaf flavor it was 10/10. Love how healthy it is. They have monthly flavors too which is pretty cool

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More info about Big Love

729 Montana Ave
Ste 2
Santa Monica, CA 90403
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(424) 744-8860
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http://www.bigloveicecream.com

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Hours

What time does Big Love open?

Big Love opens at 1:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Big Love close?

Big Love closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Big Love take Bitcoin?

No, Big Love does not take Bitcoin.

Does Big Love take credit cards?

Yes, Big Love takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Big Love have catering options?

Yes, Big Love does have catering options.

Does Big Love have a happy hour?

No, Big Love does not have a happy hour.

Does Big Love serve alcohol?

No, Big Love does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Big Love allow dogs?

No, Big Love does not allow dogs.

Does Big Love have TVs?

No, Big Love does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Big Love have bike parking?

Yes, Big Love has bike parking.

Does Big Love have parking?

Yes, Big Love has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Big Love wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Big Love is wheelchair accessible.

Does Big Love have free WiFi?

Yes, Big Love has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Plant based "ice cream" scoops completely made from a small number of simple plant based ingredients. Rich and decadent tasting whilst just being made from a few simple plant based ingredients. We use thick & creamy 100% coconut cream (no gums or additives) as the base in our "ice creams". Instead of cane sugar we sweeten our ice creams with 100% date, maple or agave syrup. Some "add ins" (cookie batter/chunks) are sweetened with coconut sugar. Visit us at our store on Montana Avenue or order online direct to your door via Postmates, Doordash, Grubhub or UberEATS. Please note that all of our plant based ice cream are now scoops (not soft serve like in older customer photos).

History

Established in 2016.

You might remember us as Frozen Fruit Co — we’ve simply changed our name to Big Love. Same handmade plant-based ice cream, familiar flavors, and the same Santa Monica team, serving the community since 2016.

Meet the Business Owner: Victoria P.

Big Love Plant-Based Ice Cream began as an idea overseas, dreamed up by founders Victoria and Michael. With a shared sweet tooth and a desire to eat more consciously, they set out to create plant-based ice cream that truly tastes indulgent. What started as recipe testing at home quickly grew into a bigger dream: bringing their ice cream to Santa Monica. Today, Big Love is proudly rooted in LA, serving handmade plant-based ice cream made with care, creativity, and real ingredients.

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We love coming here for the terrific service and awesome food!…read more The night we came with a friend we had a star sighting. Yes. The food is that noteworthy that you can be seated next to a very young blonde academy award nominee and leave as full one can get on pad thai, and their signature fried eggplant. Just come here already, you vegans you!

I feel bad giving 3 stars, because I seem to be in the minority here but as a vegetarian that…read moreappreciates good zesty food and good-decent prices, I must be honest. Pros: + Good service + Clean place + Lots of vegetarian and vegan options + The Thai Fried Chicken was delicious and balanced! + Food presentation was excellent Cons: - Food was dry. - The Endive Cups were dense and needed some sauce. - The Mung Bean Croquette - although not bad - felt more like a fast food item; it too was dry and although the sauce and presentation were nice, it's not something to re-order. - The Meang Kham wasn't bad either, I appreciated the different flavors but for the price - as an appetizer - no. - The biggest negative were the prices. They were set as upscale, and fine dining, but the place was just average and the foods - at least what we ordered - not that good. Granted there were many options and the others might have been better, but I get the feeling this place is more about the food presentation rather than the quality of the food focused. For ~$100 (3 appetizers and 1 main entree) I left somewhat hungry. I feel there are hole-in-the wall vegan/vegetarian places that would be much better. It's a nice place but it's more show than substance (given the costs). 3.5/5

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I went to this place last summer and I still cannot stop thinking about the carne asada burrito…read more After the first time I went, I immediately went back the next day. The burrito was perfect and the sauce they give you on the side omgggg, I really wish there was one here in Arizona!!! 10/10 would recommend.

This place is lovely! The workers were so good and the food was absolutely delicious. The chips and…read moreguacamole were incredible and came in a great portion. The carne asada bowl was amazing so perfectly balanced with so many different flavors that compiled the bowl perfectly. I also tried the chicken al pastor taco, the brisket taco and the KBBQ braised beef street taco and they were all so good. Definitely coming back!

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A vegan sushi restaurant...need I say more?…read more If you're even thinking about trying it, just go! The wait was completely worth it. Every bite was fresh, creative, and absolutely delicious. As a vegetarian/vegan, it's such a treat to find a place with so many amazing options that don't feel like an afterthought. Delivery was fast and simple! Five stars all the way. I'll definitely be back!

DELICIOUS VEGAN SUSHI So delicious!! Everything was good and the workers are nice here . But no…read morefree tap water

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1212 Santa Monica

What a cool hangout place! We love the happy hour here! We for the sliders and the Parmesan fries!…read moreOmg sooo good! The sliders were on spot! Fries were crunchy and tasted stelllarrr! Service was quick even how busy it was! They were so nice and on top of it! Great ambiance especially for big groups or anyone trying to catch a game!

Every time I walk by here, this place is BUMPIN'. Music, vibes, so busy, such a party! Like, in a…read moregood way and still, not too much for those who are looking for a chill vibe. Came here on a Saturday afternoon and even without a reservation, they were able to seat us right away. Definitely 5 stars for service and not being rude, but friendly and attentive even at a busy time (World Cup was on tv!). I heard alllll about the happy hour specials so I was stoked when we were able to get the best outdoor seating and the happy hour was going on until 7pm he said. So naturally, ordered a bunch of things to try. Unfortunately, that was a solid 3 stars for me. It was just fine. I was actually bummed because I was so excited to try the menu items. They were okay. Ordered sliders (kinda dry and without flavor), Parmesan fries (seasoning was there but not very flavorful and the sauce was bland, the krab rangoons resembled egg rolls (that was new!) and fish tacos were meh. My friend ordered the chicken and it came with fries (the dish not happy hour selection) and that looks more substantial but maybe not worth $32. The drink was sweet (pink lady). Outdoor vibes were cool and def a great spot at the end of 3rd street but probably wouldn't come here for the food. Again, indoor (big tv!!) and outdoor set up was awesome, but food is just okay. Great for large groups but make a reservation!

Outdoor patio & View of the main bar.

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Papi Tacos & Churros

Totally stumbled across this gem of a taco and churro shop when we were walking by towards the…read morebeach. Loved how open the space was, saw a bunch of people enjoying tacos out near the sidewalk (plenty of outdoor and indoor seating), and I was like, I wanna try this place! And so we did! Got a churro to share (it was sliced into two pieces), no topping was necessary and it was deliciously crunchy and tasty. Fresh out of the kitchen and definitely did not taste commercial like other churros sometimes taste. The churro came out after a few minutes and the service at the counter was lovely and patient, even though the line started to get long! Will definitely come by to try their tacos next time!

Good customer service. No bathrooms. Outdoor seating was nice. The lady working there was very…read morefriendly. Food: the birria was really good. So was the carne asada. The aqua Fresca (watermelon) was ok. I feel like we over paid but it was good. The Salsa was great. I would definitely order Birria if went back. The cosome was great too. I would definitely come back and give them another shot.

O.G. Plate $18 with avocados $2.50. Didn't get a warning about the avocados surcharge!

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Inside restaurant bar dine in area -2024

Tehran Market

Fresh produce at much lower prices than any other store in Santa Monica…read more Is it all organic? Probably not, but sometimes you also have to think about the budget. It's fresh, it's good quality and to be honest: their fresh produce is actually better than Trader Joe's. Spices, an enormous selection that's worth checking out. Anything middle eastern in terms of

Shop locally! Great produce! Bargains to be found on almost everything! I love their persian…read morecucumbers and other produce. I love their deli department, but most buy their feta cheese. They also have readymade salads such as tabouli or chopped Mediterranean salad. I also love their Digestive cookies! On the weekends they have a BBQ on their back lot parking lot. One serving of their grilled chicken is enough for 2 people! Enter from the back parking lot. Free parking in the back, enter from the alley or on 15th St, north of Wilshire.

Warm food menu, as of October 2024.

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Beef, chicken thigh, and salmon kabobs

Variable Cafe

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.

Variable is a staple in our takeout rotation. Can't get enough of them…read more Their drunk cauliflower puts all other cauliflower wings to shame. The texture is addictive. My favorites are My Son's Pho (it's my favorite pho on the West side) and the N Seoul Bowl (which is light but hearty and the portion is so generous I always have leftovers for lunch). The Sunset Strip Burger is a major crowd pleaser. The Northern Lights pasta is cravable. The service is always warm and welcoming, but never hover. Love the staff. And it's usually quiet inside, pretty small. We've never had to wait for a table. It's such a gem, we were instantly hooked. I just wish I'd known about it sooner.

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PLANTA Brentwood

have been here a few times and it's some of the best variety of vegan food offered in the area. the…read moreplace itself has a nice bar and inside seating area. staff is always friendly and willing to answer any questions and give great recommendations. parking is a bit tricky, but if you luck out on street parking right in the front it's great. one particular time i've been is this past valentine's day and while they were very behind on getting people sat at the time of reservation placed, they were very honest at the wait times and willing to make accommodations for many guests waiting. we were able to get drinks at the bar while we waited, chatted with other waiting guests, and were regularly updated about our table. the food was quick to come out and our server was great. the party next to us actually fought and caused a bit of scene but the staff handled it so well i had to tell them what a great job they did at handling the chaos of the day. safe to say our dinner AND a show for valentine's at PLANTA will have us returning! HIGHLY recommend the thousand layer potato's and spicy lumaconi

First timer, but this place is fantastic! LOVE the ambiance. The happy hour specials are…read morephenomenal, 2 of us ate a 4 course meal for right around $100, unheard of in LA. We had the crispy rice, nachos with beef added on top, and the vodka pizza which is one of my favorite vegan pizzas to date. We also got the noodles (non spicy ones) and the brownie with ice cream OMG, amazing. Our waiter, cannot remember his name unfortunately, was fantastic. Very attentive and gave great suggestions. Overall, 10/10, will definitely be back!!

Eggplant nigiri with truffle

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Mezcal cocktail

Compton Vegan

4.2

(107 reviews)

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Im not vegan and frankly I avoid it because the "meats" are…read moreestrogren based,but not here great "ribs" the slaw greens perfect Check them oit

Such a good choice if you're in the area. The Mac n cheese was delicious. The chicken drumsticks…read morewere creative. The "bone" is sugar cane. The chicken texture was insane. So was the shrimp. Tasted and had the texture like shrimp. The batter for the fried food had so much seasoning. A little spicy cause I'm a wimp but couldn't stop eating. Collard greens were so flavorful. Everything tasted so good. Idk if they also make their own sauces, but the BBQ and Buffalo were also good. We received the wrong plates, but we had already left. I'm guessing maybe they ran out of some stuff. Wish we could've tried the corn bread. I hope we're back soon to try more things. It is hidden away a little, trust the gps haha. You gotta order online and pick up at the place.

Dinner plate - Ribz, Mac & Cheeze, Beans and Greens!

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Fried shrimp, chicken drumsticks, Mac n cheese, collard greens

Cafe Gratitude

My favorite restaurant of all time! Every dish on the menu is absolutely delicious. This is such a…read moreunique and special place where food is made from scratch and truly made with love! The menu has the perfect balance of wholesome, nourishing meals and indulgent comfort food, and somehow you always leave feeling great afterward. The people are just as incredible as the food. The staff and the manager, Nathan, are some of the kindest people you will ever meet. I have been coming here for seven years, and they have made me feel welcome from my very first visit.

Jason was super helpful and kind! Love the food and atmosphere…read more I love the pasta with tempeh or the 'burger.' Would recommend!

I Am Trustworthy Portobello Mushroom Fajitas from the Medical Medium menu list.

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I AM KANSHA - Japanese Smoked Tofu & Asparagus with Roasted Tahini

Layla Bagels & Coffee

I had to stop by and get breakfast quickly because I was in the area. I so badly wish I found…read morereasons to be in Santa Monica in the mornings because I would make this spot my regular. I loved the bagels, I got the breakfast bagel with all the insane toppings on there. It left me full and happy.

great bagels! i enjoyed the mia bagel, and was happy they offer a vegan option. the bagels…read morethemselves don't seem super special imo, but i think the overall meal was of comparable quality to other breakfast spots in the area. don't bother with the matcha cream top.. unfortunately quite milky and not enough matcha imo!

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Milo and Olive

This place was amazing! I was so incredibly impressed. We came here with my kids, and this place is…read moredefinitely kid friendly. We sat in the backyard patio, and loved it. They have heat lamps and twinkle lights. They have paper and crayons for the kids. Victor was our waiter and he was awesome! So friendly and kind and gave great recommendations Parking: Parking was not bad! Metered parking for 2 hours and ample on a Saturday. Food: We got the chicken meatballs, Arancini, the salad with the fried capers and shrimp, and tagliatelle mushroom dish, corn, margherita pizza. My favorites were the Arancini, anchovy caper salad, and the tagliatelle. The dish that stole the show was the tagliatelle! It was AMAZING! the pasta was honestly the best I've had and I've had some amazing pasta. I will hands down be back!

Milo and Olive is great for many things. It is a bakery, a great to go selection and breakfast,…read morelunch and dinner. We love it. Parking is not my idea of fun, but that is okay. The service is great. They can help you and we dinned there and ordered food to take home. They had it hot and ready when we got out check. Milo and Olive uses seasonal, market-driven food which leads to the best ingredients available from local farmers and vendors with sustainable practices. Breakfast has the best handcrafted breads, rustic pastries and morning desserts. They also have a full breakfast men with dishes incorporating a variety of breads, For lunch and dinner they have great salads and pasta. They also have great pizza and I wish we had gotten an extra to take home. Next time we will. You will enjoy this place.

Brioche Breakfast Sandwich

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Artichokes

Bread Head

Family-owned & operated

Established in 2024

After paying $24 for a veggie sandwich at Gjusta, I have new found appreciation for the team at…read moreBread Head. Their mozzarella sandwich is a masterpiece with Fresh Ovoline Mozzarella, Avocado, Alfalfa Sprouts, Pickled Red Onion and a delicious Za'atar Spread. What makes it stand out as one of the best sandwiches in LA is the bread. They make their own focaccia several times a day and it is divine. Probably the only other place that can dare to match their creations is La Zucca at the Beverly Hills Cheese Store. Some of our other favorites is the tuna sandwich. Service is always on point and the sandwich travels well for consuming it at home. There isn't a ton of space to sit, but there is some counter style seating. Tip: Their menu is limited by choice. Check their Daily specials (Sandwich of the Day) for inspiration. They have 3 kids sandwiches (all are meat based). Tip: The biggest challenge is parking, sometimes metered parking is available. Otherwise, park for free in neighborhood streets away from Montana. It's a pleasant walk.

My girlfriend and I went to this sandwich shop last week and it was great. I got the BLT with…read moreturkey added and she got the veggie wrap in a sandwich form. We liked it so much that we made a plan to come back next week. So we went to today and I ordered a BLT with turkey added, no problem. My girlfriend asked for the veggie wrap in a sandwich form and the guy at the register said "we don't do modifications". My girlfriend responded by saying they were able to do it last time so could you check. He looked fairly new and had trouble putting in my order in the register since I modified it by adding turkey. So he went to the back and just asked, do we do modifications? To which the guy in the back said no. She's vegan and that's all she can have off the menu so she ended up not getting anything and she was bummed since she really liked the sandwich they made last time. So we won't be coming back here and this place gets one star based on the customer service. It's a sandwich shop, if it's an extra charge to put a veggie wrap into a sandwich no problem. But the hard NO when it was made last time is PRETTY LAME for a sandwich shop not being able to make a veggie sandwich.

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Santa Monica Seafood Market & Cafe - Santa Monica

Everything was very tasty. I especially liked that they have a little shop inside that you can…read morebrowse while waiting for a table. We ordered the oysters, clam chowder, mussels and the miso cod. Everything was cooked perfectly (minus the raw oysters, ofc) and so delicious. You could really tell that everything was very fresh. My only complaints are that I felt like the oyster garnishing (if that's what they're called) could've been slightly better. Nothing stood out to me and that's what I personally look forward to when I have oysters. The meal also took a very long time. I think it may have been due to the fact that it was a Sunday and we came between the lunch and dinner rush? Service was very friendly and kept apologizing about the delay. I will definitely come back because the food was really good, maybe during an actual lunch/dinner hour.

Hubby & I stopped by for a quick lunch. Glad we were able to grab a table. Cozy intimate area for…read moredining inside a seafood market. Clam chowder - so creamy and delish. One of the best we've had. Solid ingredients. New England Lobster Roll - so light and fresh. It's like the perfect bite. Branzino in Butternut Squash Curry - the fish was so tender and fresh. A bit rich for lunch but it was a lovely dish.

Fish and chips for my birthday lunch

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Trio of Tacos to kick off 2025!!

Amai Coffee

Love their espresso tonic drink…read more And this is coming from someone who makes their espresso at home almost daily Good stuff

We got the matcha einspanner, banana matcha, and mango sticky rice matcha. Service was fast and…read morethere's a good amount of seating inside for studyung. - Matcha einspanner: standard, good amount of sweetness - Banana matcha: banana flavor was a but too artificial for our liking Mango sticky rice matcha: subtle mango flavor and good amount of sweetness (we liked this one the most)