Drive thru - efficient. Right in their small parking lot. Order and pull up to wait a bit for your food. Pumpkin shake - yummy!! It was made where you can actually taste the pumpkin (not talking about the spice). California burritos - omg, one of the best. At first I was bummed there wasn't any hot sauce or salsa, but after getting into the burrito - tasting the guacamole, the spices, it is super satisfying. My bf has been aching to get these burritos for the past month and we finally made it. He would prefer eating this burrito every week than our local taco shop. He is mostly vegetarian and does not normally prefer whole wheat burritos. This says a lot! read more

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Never thought I would be giving Evolution 2 stars, but here we are unfortunately. I used to love this place when it had a drive-thru and I returned several years later to see that they removed the drive-thru completely (and possibly moved locations?). Now it is no longer the hole-in-the-wall place it used to be (in a bad way) and is a shared business with Donna Jean, another vegan restaurant. It's small inside as most of the indoor space is for Donna Jean. There is outdoor seating but we just ate inside being the only customers at lunch time. Unfortunately this is where it goes down hill. Me and my girlfriend ordered burritos and they were automatically cut in half (for "Presentation" I'm guessing), but this is a red flag for me. Staff seemed unenthusiastic to be there and the vibes were a little off so we took most of our food to-go. We were up-sold on some fries because it was some sort of "combo" which I'm sure ended up costing more. The "ketchup" we got for the fries was basically like if someone just cracked open a can of tomato paste and called it ketchup. $43 for 2 burritos (which were small portions, cut in half), some fries and 2 fountain drinks is a bit steep to say the least. Overall I won't be returning here and recommend Plant Power over Evolution. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Burrito was cut in half and a small portion - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Cool spot was in the area working took an early lunch did not know they opened at 11 was there a 10 and they catered to me as if they where open I relay due appreciate it great service great food will bring the family to try out some items on there menu. Garcia Family approved. read more

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I really wanted to give this 5/5 but the customer service is terrible. Ordered online and they told us they didn't receive the order. We waited in the car for 25 min for them to then complete the order and they never told us it was ready (after they said they would call us). Food tastes great but if you're sensitive to unhealthy food then this will trigger you pretty quickly. Portions are not as big as they look in photos. Food 5/5 Atmosphere 4/5 Cleanliness 5/5 Customer service 2/5 Speed 2/5 Price 4/5 Outdoor seating? Yes Wheelchair access? Yes Restrooms? Yes read more

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so blessed to have a delicious vegan fast good joint in SD! The first time I tried this place by accident- and I fell in love. Buffalo Chick'n sandwich is my go to here! I sub for a wheat bun (taste better imo) & add vegan ranch. So fire! Their fries are also great, including their chili cheese fries! If there is one thing you want to try here it's definitely the Buffalo chick'n sandwich; I've brought non-vegan friends here and they too are a fan of the sandwich. Highly recommend trying this place! read more

Evolution Fast Food - Buffalo Chicken Sandwich w/ranch and Fries - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Upsetting experience First here is the good - it is vegan. The black bean taco would be higher rated IF they had a warm tortilla; it was cold. They skipped the lettuce we asked for - even on the ticket. The chili was so so - we wouldn't order it again They won't offer you one you have to buy the two and you can't mix and match the types (black bean/fish/pollo and carne Asada) (of course plant based) As I usually do I took photos. As we were waiting a guy (manager Juaquin) comes out calling the name on the credit card we used and saying hey did you take photos of my staff?! He was very aggressive toward me and my young daughter. No problem to say hey we prefer no pictures of our staff ...if you could make sure your review you don't show staff, we'd appreciate it. There were so many ways he could've been direct but kind and gentle. He came across harsh, rude and intimidating. It was unneeded aggression. I recommend he put up a sign that says no photos or no photos of the staff. Or perhaps only photos of the menu allowed. I have no problem with that policy but it was the delivery that was very aggressive and put us off this place. Staff at ordertaking could be a little bit more knowledgeable about what the ingredients are. A number of reviews and in the questions section, express a lack of information on the ingredients, what are the oils, what are they using to make the protein (is it heavy wheat) ... For me I will never go back. read more

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Came by to pick up a quick bite before walking over to balboa park and we really enjoyed the food. The chicken burger was good and the pesto chicken burger was amazing! There's a drive through and dog friendly outdoor seating. Service was great, will stop by again. read more

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I used to love this place, but something has changed. The chkn strips on this visit were just straps of tofu, before it was seitan. If I wanted tofu, I would order tofu. Beefy burger still good, thank goodness, as are the shakes. But my beloved chikn.... sigh. read more

I don't normally eat fast food, but this is a great exception. I like the tempeh burger with chickpea salad. The tempeh burger taste more flavorful than regular beef burgers so that's saying a lot. That chickpea salad has bell peppers in it and it is a great side. The churro cheesecake is made out of cashew cheese, so the consistency is very similar to regular cheesecake. I highly recommend getting that for dessert. read more

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I've heard great things about this place and had high hopes coming here for the second time and bringing a friend, but the experience was lack luster at most. . We looked over the menu & both decided on veggie burgers. My friend ordered the black bean patty, fries and a vanilla shake. I got the Evo burger with the house made tempeh patty also with fries and a hibiscus tea. We both agreed everything was alright. . You'd think forgetting to take pictures of our food the flavors would be unforgettable, but they were bland. Tempeh is marketed as a bacon replacement and my sandwich was not reminiscent of any crisp, savory strips. My friend said the black bean patty was plain and that she's had better veggie burgers elsewhere. The highlights were definitely the fries with the rosemary, garlic salt seasoning and the milkshakes & drinks. The fries are warm and thinly sliced and I love the house made ketchup. They don't use the cleanest brand for milks, but the shakes are rich and sweet. . The space has really cool artwork and a large outdoor covered patio with tons of plants and and an artsy feel. There are two restrooms with a code and wifi with a password. The staff did their job, but they all look like the Addams Family versus the Brady Bunch they were polite, but you can see on their faces they don't want to be there. That demeanor is consistent with both of my visits thus far. . We often hear the third time is a charm, I want to see if their vegan chick'n sandwiches, wraps, sides & desserts live up to the hype. . Update - So my friend vomited after eating here and there was also a long, black hair in her burger. She mentioned it to the staff and they made her a new one, but that still didn't stop her from puking. I was able to eat what I ordered and kept it down, however it did NOT sit well in my tummy the next day. I wanted to try them again, but the fact that the small view of the kitchen from the ordering counter looks like a dungeon entrance is probably why the food & service is mediocre. I really enjoy the market they have here a couple Tuesdays every month, but unfortunately I will not order food from Evolution again. read more

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VEGAN FAST FOOD with a Drive-Thru!! This place is incredible and filled with amazing staff. I'm a big fan of the steak chimichurri sandwich, Fried chicken wrap with honey mustard, and the BLTG (the Chipotle sauce is banging!!) Everything is fresh and made to order and the perfect amount to fill you up. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Mural outside - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

When I arrived I pulled up to the drive thru but didn't know I had to place the order ahead of time so I parked and went inside. Once inside I then placed my order. The carne asada fries had more guacamole than anything but they were good. The portion is more like a small so I would advise to order something else. The lemonade was delicious. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Lemonade House Made - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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I'm embarrassed to admit how often I go to Evolution Fast Food. I typically order the chicken sandwich and Evo fries. The portion sizes are generous and the price is reasonable. The evo fries are delicious and unlike anything I've ever had. Service is quick and reliable. The parking lot is small so I try to only use the drive thru. They are right across the street from Balboa Park and next to an awesome brewery if you want a drink with your meal. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Evo Fries - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Always good friendly service. Quick to get food out to us. The buffalo sandwhich and buffalo fries are the best vegan ones I have ever had . The lucky matcha shake was sooo good. It had like a coconut whip cream on top was amazing 10/10. Please if u guys can have matcha shake year round I will be back weekly lol. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Lucky Matcha Shake - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Been to the old location a few times and was pretty good. Tried the new location recently and the food quality and portion sizes have gone down a bit since I last remembered. read more

Always the best food every time we come here!! Chili cheese fries & milkshake on point read more

Pretty disappointed in the service. Way to start a review, I know. Just disappointed in the service like I was bothering them by ordering food. The cashier just didn't want to deal with me. I got a eye roll, when I didn't give attitude or anything. Now that I got that out the way. The food is really good. The California burrito definitely has great flavor and is a decent size. Could be a little bigger but that's just me being fat haha. The wait is very long but not a big deal. Definitely would recommend coming here! Will try more items but definitely will have someone go for me. Feels very unwelcoming. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Very tasty California Burrito - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Menu vegan fast food right next to Donna Jean & some other good places to grab a drink Some vegan snack offering as well, brownies, peanut crispies, and a smattering of choices of flavored popcorns read more

Evolution Fast Food - Menu - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Falafel was burnt as coal, hummus was an odd color, flavor not great. Also, hair in the box. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Falafel bites with hummus - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Evolution is the OG vegetarian fast food spot in San Diego. I've been coming here for years, and have yet to be disappointed. The burgers are amazing. My favorite is the GFO Burger with bacon and cheese. A side of fries (extra crispy). read more

Evolution Fast Food - Fries - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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COVID review: Cashier was wearing a face mask. She seemed to be having a horrible day. She rushed through our order and seemed bother that we order more than one item and asked for hot sauce. Given we had waited close to 20 minutes to even place our order to begin with (drive through). This is our second time here and definitely not impressed with the food. California burrito was both a hit and miss, all depending on the bite. The guacamole and pico were on one side. So not every bite had that, which is the point of a burrito. It had so much "mustard", that it overpowered any other possible flavor. Burger was good, nothing special either. Fries were good, a little salty but better than the other two items. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Fries - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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I'm not generally into junk food, but Evolution's black bean patty with mushrooms and Swiss on a gluten-free bun hit the spot! Fast, no-nonsense service. I ate on the quiet, shaded, dog-friendly back patio. I've only got three weeks total in San Diego, so am trying to try everything on my list before going back for seconds, but I have been back already once. 1,000% more delicious than it looks in the photo, which absolutely doesn't do it justice. Parking lot and drive-thru option. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Tastes way better than it looks! - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

I love treating myself to some tasty vegan fast food on a lazy Sunday! I prefer to call in my order and pickup (they have a small parking lot), but they also have a drive through. My go-to is the black bean burger with mozz and pesto. But I also love the Buffalo chicken fries and a shake! read more

Amazing food! I had a black bean burger, classic style with French fries, it was delish!!! I would highly recommend this place! read more

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Ok, I'm going to preface this review by saying we didn't actually try any of the food here. We just ate brunch after we flew in from San Diego airport and we were looking for a sweat treat. So, we decided to come here and order some vegan milkshakes. The milkshakes here were fantastic. I almost felt like asking if there was real milk in them! Also, the blueberry cheesecake was sensational. When dairy is your enemy there are a lot of things in life you get used to not having. This place allowed those of us with dietary restrictions to feel like everyone else and enjoy a few of our favorite sweet treats. Thank you so much Evolution! read more

As a meat and cheese lover, I was (probably expectedly) a little disappointed. The 'cheese' had a weird funkiness to it that kind of made it smell off. The patty didn't have much flavor. I was kind of hoping for something like a beyond meat... That being said, it's a really cool concept of a restaurant. I want to try their other items and the fries were good! read more

Evolution Fast Food - Classic burger with 'cheese' - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

This 1 star goes to the new chicken tenders. Please throw away all the Gardein tenders. They are disgusting and such a downgrade from the other ones before you all made this switch. We had one order where it tasted like it was frostbite on it, thawed, and then recooked. Go back to the other brand, PLEASE. read more

This place is an absolute must if you were once a carnivore and are craving some fast food choices! And their shakes.... Don't even get me started! Yum! read more

Enjoy the burritos, looking forward to trying more items on the menu. Outdoor seating available. Unfortunately I haven't been able to order them yet with Uber eats. read more

I love that they are a vegan restaurant in the middle of San Diego! That being said, there is room for improvement that I think will make them a really great niche market in the food super city that is San Diego. Service was good. We went through the drive-through because we were exhausted after trekking the zoo. It was quick and easy to order. There wasn't that crazy of a wait considering the food is made to order. We made it right in time before the dinner rush. The menu was simple but had ample choices and we tried a great variety of foods. We ordered a California Burrito, Evo Burger, and smoothies (Strawberry Goji and 2 Pineapple Mango). The smoothies are great! They're very refreshing and aren't pumped full of sugar, which we appreciated. The burger was also very pleasant. I will say the California Burrito was both "a hit and a miss" as someone mentioned previously, depending on the bite. My main critique was the "carne asada" in it was very heavily seasoned without much else added to balance it out. I felt like I needed more French fries in it to distract from such a strong aftertaste. It's worth a try if you're on the hunt for Vegan options, but I would definitely suggest planning ahead what to order off the menu as it is sort of a hit or miss right now. read more

Evolution Fast Food - California Burrito - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious fries The wait time sometimes frustrates me lol but yummy fresh fries I do return for them when I'm craving them read more

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Such a nice little place with outdoor seating. The food is phenomenal. Best vegan fast food I have ever had

They really are fast! The salad with imitation chicken was a quick and easy snack - definitely not a full meal for me, but that's ok and what I was looking for! My boyfriend enjoyed the burrito, and I liked it more than the salad. This is some of the best and most convenient vegan food I've ever had! I'm glad that they have expansive menu options that would suit anyone, even those who aren't typically looking for plant based foods. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Salad - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

California burritos, fries, and shakes? What's not to like. I've never tried going through the drive thru but it doesn't seem the quickest as I see customers waiting a little. They have shaded patio seating past the hallway with the bathrooms which is where I've taken my food to enjoy. read more

Stopped by this place last minute on a Monday night to grab something quickly. I ordered the pesto mozzarella chicken wrap and let me say, it was delicious!! I opted to turn this wrap into a meal and get fries and a drink. Given the quality of the food, quick service, and friendly staff, the price is right and I will certainly be coming back! Also uploading a picture of their cheesecake menu as this stood out to me since I love cheesecake and look forward to trying this next time! read more

Evolution Fast Food - Cheesecake menu - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

I walked in here on a Sunday night and the food came out pretty quick. The location is clean, the dining area is cute, and the bathroom was clean. The chocolate shake was pretty good 4/5. The fries were okay, nothing special and needed a dipping sauce. The California burrito was just okay, 3/5. I wish it had more avocado and spice. The chicken wrap was also okay, 3/5. It was just bland. Overall it's was okay, maybe I didn't try their best menu items because I have heard people love this place. read more

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The service was amazingly friendly and the location is pretty good by Balboa Park. However my girlfriend got a food allergy. It is still hard for us to narrow it down as we tried sandwiches shakes and drinks read more

Evolution Fast Food - Outside - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

I used to be a regular but the quality of the food is so inconsistent! It's disappointing because as a vegan I try and support these kinds of businesses but they make it hard. Their food can be cold, their fries aren't even cooked all the way through and one time I found a piece of metal in my beefy burger patty. Service is good but the food can be a hit or miss and I'm done gambling with evolution fast food. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Street Taco - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Im a big fan of this spot, you should eat here. The mushroom Swiss with the tempeh patty on hemp bread is my go to here. On the main menu page, you can add "sides" like hummus and guacamole for $1. They are little cups but well worth the buck, especially when you get the fries. The hibiscus tea is a nice treat I throw in on trips where I get the fries. Their online ordering is easy, I use it every time. I often grab my food and eat in Balboa park, which is across the street. read more

Evolution Fast Food - Mushroom Swiss (GFO) - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

I usually get the California burrito here, but decided to try the breakfast burrito today. wow! just awesome!