I first came to Hey, Sunshine Kitchen back in 2024 and somehow never wrote the review they…read moredeserved! I've always loved their chicken sandwich and nuggets, so I already knew the food here was good. But on my latest visit, I finally tried the Classic Cheeseburger after people had been recommending it to me for MONTHS, and now I understand why. JUICY. Flavorful. Messy in the best way. Just an incredibly satisfying vegan burger, and one I've been thinking about ever since. Hey, Sunshine Kitchen continues to be such a gem in Culver City. Whether you're vegan or just looking for really good plant-based food, this is absolutely one to have on your list.

If you're a normal person, this place tastes like booty…read more My group got the burger and chicken sandwich and it was... definitely a flavor. Yuck. The drinks were ok. Nothing crazy. The service was somewhat questionable, with us having to ask for napkins and our last drink, and them telling us we already have it, when we clearly didn't. The tables are also microscopic and the biggest one only fits 2 people. Yeah, probably won't ever be back for some yucky expensive food. The hot sauce bottles were all near empty, if that's any indication of the flavors. The places looks cute and all but yeah, no thanks.

I order takeout from here all the time and it is SO good that I have to write a review. The vegan…read morechicken salad wrap is probably my favorite item. Whenever I'm craving salad or some crunch, I order that with the crispy chicken, non-spicy, with avocado and sprouts added and veganaise on the side. It is SO good and gives me that chicken salad fix that I miss since going vegetarian. It also comes with chips! Oh here's another tip: I dip the chips in the veganaise and then stuff it inside the wrap for added crunch and to distribute the veganaise in the wrap. I also love the coconut cake, cashew crunch bowl, pancakes, and everything else I've tried here. Everything tastes homemade (in the best way!) like everything is made with love, and you can taste it in every bite. Like i said, I order from here all the time and it is so fast. I know some of that depends on the driver, but they always prepare it super fast and package it up with care. My food is always still hot and fresh by the time it gets to me. The fries are somehow still the perfect consistency by the time they arrive! (If you like McDonald's and in n'out fries you'll love these!) I love getting takeout from here, but I'll have to dine in sometime soon!

Items purchased: The vegan joint bowl and Cashew crunch bowl. $38.00…read moreFood: A, Food was Fresh and nicely presented and came out the kitchen in a timely manner. Service: A, waitress greeted us and was polite and courteous. Cleanliness: A, Dining area and outside patio were clean. Bathroom was clean and stocked. Value: A, Pricing was on point. Ambiance: B, The whole Restaurant could use some updating.

We always enjoy Café Vida, and this visit was especially wonderful. The food was delicious as…read morealways, but what really stood out was the exceptional service. Our server, Malia, was extraordinary--warm, attentive, friendly, and genuinely made our experience special. David was also incredibly helpful and exceptional. It's rare to encounter a team that makes you feel so well taken care of. Great food and truly outstanding people. Thank you, Malia and David, for making our visit such a lovely one. We'll definitely be back!

It's the question: do I cook or not...? It's 80 plus in and out there, so not!! But I want cornmeal…read morepancakes! Cafe Vida still has blueberry cornmeal pancakes on the menu and serve breakfast all day!! =O Yes please!! =D Greeted with smiles and seated immediately. Seated outside under shade with the outdoor hubbub of the noonday; but no problems for me, save the lady next to me was trying to know everything I was eating and drinking!! =\ My server Ana is a sweetheart. She advised me to get the 2+2+2 instead of just the corn cakes; good call Ana!! =) Started with Sangria Vida - delicious! My plate: two cornmeal blueberry cakes, two scrambled eggs with cheese and chicken cilantro chorizo. The eggs taste farm fresh. The food is quality fresh and delicious and did I mention fresh?! I ate until I was stuffed; almost finished everything save my pancakes....left just under a quarter. After eating, sat for bit and wrote in my datebook and sipped on sangria; beautiful day to while away at Cafe Vida - come check y'all! =D

I met a friend here for lunch and, though the area was super busy due to the classic car show, it…read morewas really easy to find a seat. When I went to order at the counter, the staff said we could sit and they were serve us, which I wasn't expecting at all! I really appreciate they that have both the fast-casual order style and the sit down and enjoy style duality to this restaurant. I got the chai latte and a hummus bowl with falafel (though as I write this I can't remember if that was the actual menu name of the dish). It was delicious--the falafel was one of the best I've ever had taste wise, and a bit on the airy side instead of being super dense, which I appreciated. Sometimes falafel is too dang dry, and they really got it right. The hummus was phenomenal. I'm really such a sucker for a good, quality hummus and it was so creamy and the oil they topped it with was wonderful too. The veggies were fresh and the pita was such a star: it was thick and chewy and clearly freshly made. Immediate 5 star for the food. So glad I stopped by here and will definitely be back!

In a town full of great dining choices we have been here several times…read more Small, friendly, and fresh seems to sum it up. Indoor and outdoor seating. With mild music allowing you to enjoy your food and company. Meats prepared as ordered, amazing sauces, and a very solid burger.

The food here has been consistently delicious for over 10 years. Lots of great vegetarian options…read morewithout having to modify any items. Service is friendly, and Tara herself is so warm and welcoming! Plenty of Nepali decor, but still an elegant enough atmosphere to make it a good date spot. Highly recommend!

I came here on a Tuesday around 7pm! We had a party of 8 people and made a reservation in advance -…read morewe were seated immediately upon arrival in the back area and we ended up having the entire back to ourselves! We had people in our group with nut and gluten allergies and we had a vegan and pescatarian. They were able to accommodate EVERY dietary restriction and everything remained DELICIOUS. For starters, we ordered the MOMO dumplings: one veggie and one mutton. Both flavors were incredibly flavorful and I loved the orange dipping sauce it came with - it paired perfectly with it! For my main, I got LAMB SAAG. It was my very first time trying this and I was not disappointed in the slightest! Incredible flavor, great portion size. The entrees do not come with rice so I also ordered a side of white rice that went very well with the dish. For the table, we ordered KEEM NAAN, CHEESE NAAN, and GARLIC NAAN - all of them tasted great with everyone's dishes as well (if you choose to not get rice, the naan is perfect with the entree). As a lovely sweet treat, we received plates of watermelon at the very end! The perfect palette cleanser and so refreshing In terms of parking, it was a little tricky but not impossible! Definitely get there early to find parking, or try your luck searching for street parking (the street parking is free!). The total for our meal of 8 people was: ~$366, not including tip and every person got a drink (cocktails, teas, and lassis). I feel this price is an AMAZING bang for your buck, especially for a group of 8 people!! I absolutely intend to return here, it was a wonderful experience!

Been wanting to check out Variable Cafe for so long! Was extra excited to see the Yelp Top places…read moreto eat trophy at their counter :) Out of everything I tried, the coconut shrimp was supreme. Second fave was the drunk cauliflower. And then the tikka masala. The Tikka was still good but maybe not exactly what I was expecting - very veggie heavy plate. They have so many more items on their menu I'd love to try. Oh and the teas come in a really cute beaker setup, and they can make to your desired sweetness. It's a cute little spot, space is clean, and they have a bathroom for customers. There's a small parking lot in the shopping center where you can park for free too, yay!

|[ 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.

What an amazing place! Vegan has came a long way. I have been coming here for a long time…read more Especially The California Sunshine Pizza! Also the Coconut Fried Calamari and the Pesto Pasta are the best.... And then there is Julie the owner she is always warm and welcoming. Great place to check out. Earl Trusty Ferrufino Interiors Budget Blinds of Culver City Ferrufino.com

Julie Goes Green is an all-vegan Italian restaurant, so naturally I was excited to give it a try…read more We started with the Buffalo Cauliflower, and in my opinion, it was the star of the show. If you served this to a non-vegan, they might have a hard time believing it was actually cauliflower. It was absolutely delicious, and the texture was phenomenal. We also ordered a side of fries, which unfortunately fell a little flat. They were undercooked and lacked seasoning, so they didn't leave much of an impression. For my entrée, I had the Pepperoni Pizza. Overall, I enjoyed it, but the biggest drawback was that it was very salty. If they toned that down a bit, it would have been a winner. My husband ordered the Shrimp Scampi. The vegan shrimp was impressive from a texture standpoint--it was tender and even had that familiar "snap" you get from real shrimp--but it wasn't quite for me. The pasta itself was a bit underwhelming and could have used more flavor. Overall, I'd absolutely give Julie Goes Green another shot, and I would 100% order the Buffalo Cauliflower again. One final bonus: parking was easy, with a lot available for pickup orders. Just keep in mind that seating inside is fairly limited, so this is a great option if you're planning to order to-go.

Went here with my wife, son, and his partner. Service was excellent. They passed my first test…read morefor "real Indian" by having Kingfisher beer. We ordered a broad selection from the menu. Biggest hits were Chicken Korma, Chana Masala, and Biriyani. All of these were excellent. Cauliflower and samosa appetizers were solid. Butter chicken was average. Next time I visit my son in Culver City, I'm going back here.

I spontaneously met up with an old (vegetarian) friend here for dinner and really enjoyed their…read morenon-meat options. We ordered the Jackfruit Jalfrezi and the Daring "Butter chicken" with imitation meat. I normally am not a fan of imitation meat, but both dishes were overly. The jalfrezi had an incredible flavorful profile and I loved the tang of the gravy. The rice and garlic naan were good, but nothing memorable by themselves. My drink, the NA Indian detox was actually a smash hit. Service was friendly, but the bathrooms were surprisingly dirty/old. Maybe a byproduct of a busy day, but I definitely expect better for a restaurant at this price point (-1 star).

Tasty dishes, nice people, and great portion sizes. The seating area was also so enjoyable. We will…read morebe coming back.

Such a fun local spot in Culver City to explore Burmese cuisine…read more  Of course I had to get the tea leaf salad. This is a fantastically unique dish to this area of the world, where pickled tea leaves flavor a mix of fried grains, nuts, and seeds. There was a combination of textures from fried lentils, mung beans, peanuts, fresh tomatoes, and dried shrimp. This is a must order here, as it was unique and delicious.  We also got the Chicken Noodle Soup and the Beef Curry, which were simple and delicious as well. It was fun to look through their imported grocery goods while we waited to order as well. They have a very enjoyable outdoor patio to eat on, and it was an overall very enjoyable experience.

I haven't visited Govinda's for at least 40 years, and I was curious to see how it might have…read morechanged or not in all this time. The physical location changed since I was last there. The restaurant now occupied space direction adjacent to the ISKON Temple and Museum. It is clean, spacious, sunny, and has adjacent parking. The food was mostly bland but pleasing, as usual, and the buffet service was attentive and friendly.

I really wanted to like this place, but the food wasn't the most appetizing and lacked any…read moreseasoning. Beautiful restaurant, but it lacked warmth and comforting energy you'd expect from a place promoting happiness, love and peace. The employees were friendly, and the service was quick. Also, the menu is a bit misleading. Where you order your food, there is a large sign listing prices per item, which is what I was expecting to pay.... my meal should have been $4. But when I got to the front, the gentleman put my food on the scale and it was now $11 bucks. $4 for bland food I can tolerate, but $11 I could have gotten a salad at Trader Joe's and been happier.