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    Cafe Vida

    4.3 (2.1k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Karina N.

    The wait for Sunday brunch is pretty insane. But once we got seated the service was excellent and the food was really good. I got the Spicy Chicken Huevos Oaxaca...and yes, it is as good as it sounds! Plus a Green tea matcha chai latte. The group also ordered some bubbly with soursop as the base and a variety of other dishes. It was a good time with friends. I'm glad we came here. The ambience was good and the music was nice too. I'll come back next time I'm in town!

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    Jenny Z.

    Nice outdoor seating on a sunny day! Service was good and attentive. Clean tables and brunch vibes. Food did take a little bit longer to come out, but tasted pretty good! PARKING street parking or park underground Erewhon and walk across. ORDER $7.75 golden tumeric latte $27.95 salmon teriyaki bowl PRICE Realllyy pricey but large portions. Tumeric latte was interesting and a bit spicy. The salmon bowl was nice and hearty with grilled veggies and chewy brown rice. OVERALL They have a lot of delicious items on the menu from fresh juices to corn pancakes and Mexican Cali dishes. Would come back to try their other items!

    Omelette
    Nancy B.

    My friend and I came here for lunch and I was soooo impressed. I didn't expect to like this place as much as I did. We sat outdoors and it was around 1pm on a Monday and the place was packed. The service was top notch and the food was delicious. I ordered the flight of mimosas (all flavors were delicious) and I got the chicken bowl and the chicken was soooo juicy and flavorful.

    Green Lemonade
    Emelin V.

    Beautiful cafe spot!! Service was great, and very friendly. There is a lot of exterior seating and quick service. I tried the wagyu cheeseburger, their caesar side salad and sweet potato fries. All yummy! I'd say their well done cheeseburger is okay, nothing major for a burger. Their salad and fries were good. The green lemonade was definitely refreshing and I highly recommend. Street parking nearby only, but a very beautiful side of culver city

    Elizabeth L.

    Café Vida makes the best breakfast. They have breakfast all day and all the offerings are good. I love the pancakes and eggs. Their Brown rice almond pancakes are gluten free and you can't tell. They have Chia, flax seeds and almonds, topped with fresh berries, and powdered sugar. They are served with with butter and maple syrup. Their Blueberry corn cakes are also great and different. They are fresh berries and powdered sugar, served with maple syrup and butter. You can add sides to all these items. The prices are fair, parking is okay, and the place is super clean and comfortable. They often have outdoor seating as well. The service is great. The entire staff is lovely and kind. They get your order right and they wait on you fast. Now it can get crowded and I don't think they take reservations, but the line moves at a fair pace.

    Brown Rice and Beans with cheddar for the burrito
    Salvador G.

    This place was sooo packed the wait was not long and the service was very fast ! We ordered the mimosa flight and two micheladas amazing. We ordered an order of Green And Red Chilaquiles AMAZING !!! The vibe was chill relaxed a little on the louder side but my voice carries so it wasn't an issue. Defiantly would come back they had many items on the menu that were eye catching and if we had the tummies we would've ordered it all

    Gluten Free Carrot Cake
    Carmen D.

    Food is very tasty. I tried the avocado garden sandwich (added chicken) and it was delish and huge. I was able to finish one and half of the sweet potato fries. Location is easy to get to but parking can be a challenge.

    Huevos Rancheros
    Jasmine B.

    Wanted to give Cafe Vida another try. I actually ordered the same dish and it was just as delicious as I remembered. I ordered a plain pancake but to my surprise it was the berry powdered sugar pancake. I didn't send it back given my last experience. Plus, the waitress probably didn't hear me say plain pancake. She was really nice and thankfully I kept the same waitress throughout. The restaurant was packed but service was fairly quick. Overall, I like that a dish I enjoyed was consistent and the service improved this visit.

    American Wagyu Cheese Burger
    Nicole O.

    We just went with our whole teams to this restaurant to enjoy our brunch. We sat outside since we have about 20 people. The environment was good and not crowded. The food was delicious and we enjoyed it very much. Server was great and took care of everyone. Thanks!

    Yucatan Omelette Blueberry Corn Cakes
    Diamond B.

    You know the type of meal that makes your table dead silent because everyone's too busy eating? This was the experience I had here. I started with the watermelon lemonade which was super refreshing. My whole table got the Yucatán omelette which was really good. The chicken sausage had good flavor. We also had the blueberry corn cakes which were the perfect texture and were too sweet. I'll definitely be back.

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    Thiri Z.

    This place was very popular on Saturday! So come early and put your name down. We got sat about 30 mins after, which isn't bad considering every table was full and there were 10+ people ahead of us. Drink: I couldn't decide between the spicy matcha or the turmeric latte and asked the server, he recommend the turmeric latte with almond milk. It did not disappoint! It was creamy, rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this. Food: I got the special, spicy chicken huevos Oaxaca! It was sooo good. The tortillas were crispy, the egg perfectly runny, the chicken had a kick and bursting with a lot of flavor. The salad was decent as well. My cousin got the Yucatan omelet, and I didn't get to taste it but he said that's his favorite and ate the whole thing. We shared an order of pancakes and that was very good, too. Highly recommend to share with the table if you want something semi sweet but prefer savory breakfast instead, like us! The outdoor patio was filled, it was a little loud the day we went since there was a protest across the street at the city hall, but overall the place was located near a couple of parking structures and a short walk from both. The service was great, and the food came out quickly. The other team members were very attentive and refilled our waters without having to ask. I HIGHLY recommend this place for lunch and brunch.

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    Sakol M.

    Sunday brunch on a cold morning sounds great in Culver City, if you sit inside with a hot cup of coffee in your hands. Lots of people inside. Employees are active and the place is alive with Spanish music. The server was nice and there were lots of interesting dishes I would have ordered, if not for my vegetarian diet. Good news is they have options. I got the veggie scramble. It was just okay. What I really wanted to order was their special: the Spicy Chicken Huevos Oaxaca or the Brunch Short Rib Burrito. I must splurge and get that next time. I'm sure when I do, it will be more than three stars.

    Chicken Chipotle Quesadilla
    Brinny S.

    Such a great brunch option in central downtown Culver City. I was here on Sunday with two friends for brunch. I was able to park in the Culver Parking Garage around the corner. The first hour of parking was free. We waited for about 20 minutes for a table. They won't seat you until everyone in your group is there. I ordered the chipotle chicken quesadilla with a side of sweet potato fries. It didn't come with any salsa, but it wasn't bad. The portion size was good for the price. The fries were warm and crispy. Service was alright; the waitress seemed a bit rushed. Pretty decent food and I wouldn't mind coming back here for brunch.

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    Their service is really nice. The food is really good and my kid loves it. The inside and outside is really clean and nice.

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    Food and service is excellent. I've been coming to this place for a while and I love it.

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    Cafe Vida is the best. Never disappointed when I dine there. The problem is only deciding what to get since everything is great.

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    Quality food, amazing service, great location, so many food options, kid friendly, SPECTACULAR

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    The food is delicious, and the ambience is just what you expect from Cali! Try the enchiladas!

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    The food and service were outstanding. The ambiance surprisingly terrific. We definitely shall return.

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    Can I purchase a gift card online?

    Are you guys open for dine-in?

    Yes, they are.

    Do they take reservations?

    As far I know, no. Only waiting list on Yelp. So you can check the wait time on Yelp and book your place in line and drive there for example.

    There phone doesn't seem to work, what are the vegan options? Seems as though one has to omit ingredients to make anything vegan that is one their menu online...

    Organic veggie bowl is vegan, had that today & it was delish! And of course they have an Impossible burger. They have tofu, so you can make other dishes vegan, too.

    What time is breakfast served until on weekdays?

    I believe it's brunchy like all day or early afternoon

    Do you have free WiFi?

    Yes they do, just ask for the password

    Do they take lunch reservations?

    I don't know! sorry

    How's the parking?

    Culver City in general has crappy parking. Directly around Café Vida you would have to street park at meters if available but if you are going during the middle of the day it is unlikely to find a spot. There are parking structures a few blocks away… 

    Is there bottomless mimosas?

    Hi there, Unfortunately, we don't offer bottomless mimosas

    Good for parties?

    No. It's rather small and cramped.

    Do they have bottomless mimosas on the weekends?

    No, they don't have bottomless mimosas but you can get single mimosas with fresh squeezed juice!

    Is this place dog friendly?

    Yes, Cafe Vida welcomes dogs in the patio area

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