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    Green Temple

    4.4 (1k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    GREEN TEMPLE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Quiet
    Good for groups

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    Pistachio lime cheesecake
    Brittanie R.

    Decided to give this place a try while in Redondo Beach and it was a good choice. The service was great, our server was super kind and helpful. There were a lot of options to choose from and they all sounded delicious. I got the Blue Place, it was good. The star of it all is their TOFU SAUCE! OMG! IT IS DELICIOUS. For desert we got the lime pistachio vegan cheesecake, it was amazing! I'd def go back.

    Carrot,apple,ginger juice
    Lauretta N.

    I'm in love with their walnut loaf. We haven't been to the restaurant in a while but was craving the walnut loaf which is what I ordered and wasn't disappointed. It has so much flavor and the gravy is outstanding. Who needs ground beef meatloaf when this is available? Hubby had the Italian wedding soup and it was also delicious. Ordered the carrot,apple,ginger drink....yummy. Service is good. Go try the restaurant. It's amazing.

    Side of mixed vegetables & sauce
    Kristin S.

    So happy to have found a place within walking distance from where I was staying at the beach. Placed a to go order last minute before they were closing. Amazing service & beautiful interior. Hopefully I can make back in next time to eat in. This restaurant is fully vegetarian/vegan. The burger and side was delicious and filling. The strawberry pie was okay. Not was I was expecting. When I think pie, I think fruit filling. It was a good strawberry flavor but the texture of the filling was off to me. Very squishy and more of jello type thick jello/gritty texture. Will try something different next time.

    Dining area
    James T.

    Very friendly and full of joy.we had the roasted blackberry cream pie plus teas. What a delight to have this delicious pie delivered to us by a smiley person happy and very friendly. We will be back many times. The turmeric tea.

    Toasted blackberry pie
    Elisa H.

    What a terrific find! We were in the area and looking for a vegetarian restaurant and the Green Temple exceeded all expectations! Inside is small and cozy while a roomier outside heated patio is also available . We chose to dine inside as the ambiance is so welcoming and relaxing . Our server was so nice, wish I had asked for her name. We started our meal sharing a creative spinach salad, followed that with stuffed tamales and a veggie bowl with the a delicious tofu dressing. Both of us were quite satisfied when the server brought the dessert menu. All of a sudden we couldn't resist the toasted blackberry pie, a perfect ending to a meal. Metered street parking is limited so be prepared to walk. A good idea to work up your appetite as what awaits you is worth every calorie.

    Corndilla and Babamut
    Jude G.

    First time here and it was the best meal I've had in a while! The BABAMUT is top tier !!!! Straight gas!! Highly recommend! Bring your mom, your dad, the siblings all that! The chamomile tea was beautiful ! The service was perfect couldn't ask for a better experience ! Will be coming back !!!!

    veggie burger w mushrooms
    Melanie B.

    one of my favorite places in the riv since i was a kid! food is great, it's light, healthy and always hits the spot without leaving you sluggish and tired. staff is so kind and friendly! my mom and i love coming here specifically for our mom and daughter date nights because the patio is gorgeous! it's the perfect nook to sit and enjoy!!!

    Regular size vegetable bowl with brown rice and black beans.
    Josie J.

    After a couple of bad experiences with the owner I stopped coming. It's been years since I've returned. I decided to try it again. I ordered one of the bowls with steamed vegetables, brown rice, black beans and tofu sauce. I also ordered a green drink. The bowl was delicious but the tofu sauce was thin and watered down. Despite this I enjoyed my meal. The green drink was refreshing. The server was friendly and attentive. It was a warm day and I sat outside in the patio. Overall, the dining experience was a great improvement from my previous ones. Will return.

    Dinner salad
    Helen C.

    We ordered: GREEN TEMPLE Bowl (3 item)- baked potatoes, garden mix, and avocado. THIS WAS DELICIOUS. THE TOFU SAUCE IS EVERYTHING ! GREEN TEMPLE SALAD- got this with the herb vinaigrette. Brought this with a slice of walnut bread. So good! BROCCOLI PINE NUT CASSEROLE- my friend ordered this. This was good but I liked my bowl better.

    Eli S.

    We came here to celebrate a birthday, not only was the food delicious, but the service was so warm and kind as well! Isaiah and his coworkers were attentive, kind, and helped make our birthday celebration that much more special! Thanks for a wonderful experience.

    Cornadilla, Babamut, and chamomile tea
    Leah N.

    SO YUMMY!! as a vegetarian, it was such a relief to be able to look at a menu without avoiding half of the menu due to meat seriously so good, lots of options for hot and cold weather, large menu variety, fast service, and gorgeous location. Staff was friendly and attentive!

    Caroline R.

    Delicious healthy meals are hard to find and this cozy spot pleases your soul! Tried the Palo Azul tree bark tea drink for its antioxidant properties and the enchilada and the Sproutada Salad. Check out the pic! .. and tomato bean soup!

    Pistachio lime cheesecake, foodgasmic!!
    SCOTT D.

    Amazing! Every time we come to this side of LA we make a point of hitting Green Temple. Even if we drive an extra hour, it's always worth it. We always over-eat, but boy are we fat and happy! The space is peaceful, beautiful, wonderful. Every seat is the best seat in the house. Always overhear enlightened conversations. And always enjoy the service. The owner is big-hearted and bright-souled, we just love him. Make sure you try the cheesecakes, even if you've overeaten and are in pain, they are worth the extra mile because they are heavenly. Bon Appetite!

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    4 years ago

    Great Vegan Restaurant delicious bowls every time and everything on the menu is amazing. Healthy soups and salads.

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    Coolest spot in cute beach town Riviera Village. Super nice people with the utmost healthy options. I've gone 10X+

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    6 years ago

    Lovely atmosphere and staff. Food is so fresh and made with care. The desserts are the best! Get the strawberry cheesecake.

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    3 years ago

    I absolutely love their four bowl! I've been coming here for years and it's one of my favorite restaurants.

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    Is the cornbread vegan?

    Yes

    Do they have AC inside?

    No. Currently sweating indoors, but there is a patio that I could have chosen.

    Do they allow dogs in the courtyard/patio?

    Dogs unfortunately are not allowed on the patio

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    I went to Higher Taste for lunch after class this past Friday and was pleasantly surprised by the…read moreflavors and textures of my appetizers. I ordered the potato taco which had a fabulous crunch and a perfectly delicious chipotle ( ? ) dipping sauce on the side. The taco itself wasn't very flavorful but I think it's perfectly fine because the sauce carries more than enough. I also ordered the vegan fried chicken and I was so intrigued by the flavor. They had a notable buttery taste to them which was rich and pleasant. I believe they were coated with a cornflake cereal which gave them a proper crunch. The hibiscus drink was a tad thicker than I expected and wished it had a more balanced flavor ( sweetness : tartness ), but it wasn't a bad drink by any means. Definitely one to drink cold. I let mine sit for a bit and I think that affected the tasting experience. & Service is genuinely chill which I respect and prefer. No need to perform. I'm just there to eat! & You order by yourself on a tablet too. It's really my kind of vibe.

    1 star Honestly,…read morereally disappointed with this place. We waited an hour and a half for our food and it still hadn't come out. We ended up having to ask for a refund, and it wasn't just us. Four other customers also had to get refunds because they were waiting forever for their food. I understand places can get busy, but waiting 90 minutes for food is just ridiculous. We basically wasted our time sitting there and left without getting what we ordered. Definitely wouldn't come back.

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