This restaurant has it all--a beautiful location, excellent service, and delicious, healthy food. I stopped in with my family around lunch time while wandering around the Redondo beach area. I have a dairy allergy, so vegan food is great for me, and this restaurant offers vegetarian food as well. When you step inside, it really feels like you are sitting in the middle of a peaceful garden. The server was very friendly and answered all our questions regarding the menu and my allergy. Our food was filling and so good. I got the green steamers bowl, which includes steamed vegetables, rice, beans, and a delicious and light tofu sauce. My parents ordered a three bean soup and veggie quesadilla. We also had the hummus appetizer. Everything was excellent. A wonderful part of our afternoon! read more

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I would give these guys five stars except they do not participate in DoorDash. The use is bento and it is like double the amount to have something delivered. Such a bummer because I would eat here much more often if they had other options for delivery. Food is always yummy and fresh, Service is great, the setting is wonderful. read more

SERVICE - street parking available nearby - bathroom on the side of the main entrance - indoor and outdoor patio seating - waiters are very friendly and willing to answer questions about the menu and provide recommendations - food served very quickly - all items are made in house with locally sourced ingredients MENU - cafe style food with sandwiches, salads, bowls, and some Mexican inspired entrees - fully vegetarian with vegan and gluten free options marked - average price ($18 per entree) FOOD - Veggie Burger (9/10): this is one of the best veggie burgers I have ever ordered. The patty has a strong umami from the walnuts, which also add texture. The soft whole wheat bun is lightly toasted which makes it crispy but not too crunchy. There is some lettuce, tomato, and onion on the inside. I would have preferred if it defaulted to come with vegan/regular cheese, even if that makes it slightly pricier. I asked for ketchup and mustard, and got a good amount of both on the side. The side of steamed vegetables with sauce was okay, although I would have liked the vegetables to be roasted instead. Overall, a really solid burger. WOULD I COME BACK? Yes! I really want to bring my parents here it is a nice spot for a casual lunch/brunch read more

Green Temple - Veggie burger - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Where do I start! The servicer's are wonderful!! They give the best information about the food, drinks and desserts...I had the enchiladas with mushrooms YUMMY! The teas are tasty! The dessert pistachio pie vegan...extra yummmy!!! Go for the great location and views of the city!!! Go for the service! AMD of course the delicious food......GOOOOO! read more

Mediocre Mexican food. Very blah. Overpriced and very forgettable. Sorry I wanted to love this restaurant being a vegan. But after 4 visits over 5 years, I can finally state that I would pass on this restaurant despite its proximity from my home. read more

Had an all vegan feast today at the green temple. Amazing food, service and atmosphere. The bread that came with the soup is insanely good. Feels good to fuel your body with whole foods made with love read more

Green Temple - The blue plate - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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My husband and I are vegetarians, and we stopped by to visit here while spending time with a friend in LA. Anytime we can visit a vegetarian focused restaurant we are super excited, and Green Temple definitely did not disappoint. The restaurant decor is very unique, all the seating is actually outdoor in a very quaint courtyard. It provides lovely shade during hot sunny days, but if it's a bit cooler outside they also have heaters. There were a wide variety of options on the menu, from appetizers, salads, small plates, entrees, mexican dishes, and desserts. They also had both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage selection. I thought the portions very good sized, and everything tasted great. I was very impressed by their in house hamburger, the texture was great! I thought this was a wonderful spot for lunch and I would highly recommend. read more

The ambiance here has always been one of my favorite parts. The fun eclectic style and calm feel. The food feels so fresh and I just looove getting the salad I feel like it's fueling my body. My kids favorite is the savory tofu sauce and taking a giant batch home. I always get whatever special is offered and my kids get the 4 bowl. The owners are so kind and calm and their vibe is lovely. I've been eating here since the day they opened. Such a special place. read more

Been here a couple of times. I like their food. The only reason I'm not coming back is because they do not allow dogs on the premises. There is not rhyme or reason. I can only assume the person in charge just doesn't like it. Although all their seating is outdoors in the front and in the back, NO DOGS. It's ridiculous because they are so close to the water and every place with outdoor seating allows dogs in the area. Lots of vegans and vegetarians have dogs so it's a shame that they do not welcome my dog which means I am not really welcome either. I really wanted to support a place that is vegetarian/vegan over going to omnivore restaurants They have convenient parking just for the restaurant in a little lot off the street so you don't have to pay for street parking. read more

Miniature servings! Ordered the 3-bowl and the portions were so small, I was shocked. Don't waste your time and money.

It's nice to have this vegetarian option nearby. The ambience is nice , heat lamps keep the outdoors warm enough even on a winter evening. Some of the food is hit or miss but the roasted blackberry cheesecake, chocolate peanut butter dessert , and carrot ginger juice were all really good. Servers were also attentive and listened to what we needed. All around a nice dinner ! read more

Randomly found this location by doing a search on Yelp for healthy food. The food here is very clean, fresh, and absolutely delicious! The Palo Azul Tea, which we never heard of until we found this wonderful eatery, is super healthy and good for you too! The atmosphere is very calm, peaceful, relaxing, and the owner and staff were so incredibly friendly and helpful too!! We will definitely be coming back. read more

Delicious food they have at redondo beach. My friend introduced me to this vegetarian resturant. I'm not vegetarian but I think anyone should try it out. I got the tofu steamers, which had a good amount of tofu sauce. I loved the flavors the tofu sauce had to offer, creamy but delicate. It was getting a bit flavorful so I asked for more brown rice but I didn't know a small bowl of rice would be $5. I liked how this place promotes healthy eating, because it's hard to get that when you eat out. I wanna come back to try the other tempe, tofu sauce, and avocado goodness :)) cute interior decor this resturant has read more

Green Temple - Tofu steamers - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Im so sad they dont have dragon shots anymore. But i still love this place. Came here for the white sauce. I wish they have one in long beach. read more

Green Temple - 3 bowl: tempeh broccoli and pasta with jamaica juice - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Great place for clean vegetarian food! It's been around for 25 yrs so that says a lot. Nothing like it in the South Bay. The courtyard is charming and the service has always been top notch! Their veggie burger is delicious. read more

Always a pleasure eating there! The owners are delightful and the food superb! My favorite is their tamales and soups.

Been coming to Green Temple for over 10 years. I still am in love with their white lasagna. The tofu sauce is everything. Veggies are always very fresh and I recently tried the Blue plate (homemade veggie burger with sautéed mushrooms in their "gravy" sauce. So delicious! Service is always friendly and the outdoor courtyard space is very relaxing. High recommend checking out this restaurant! read more

I am not a vegetarian but I absolutely love this place. I got the special when I went which was the spinach mushroom enchiladas ($20). It was so good and I didn't miss meat at all! I also love the vibe of this place. It's very chill outdoor place that's perfect for warm summer days! read more

Green Temple - Spinach Mushroom Enchiladas ($20) - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

I really enjoy dining at The Green Temple. The setting is delightful with outdoor dining in and around the courtyard fountain or next to the side by the off street parking where it gets ample sunlight. Enjoy delicious vegan/vegetarian options that can be ordered in full or half sizes and fresh squeezed juices while enjoying the fresh ocean air (it can get quite cold and breezy.) my go to would have to be their tofu steamers, I crave it every time I go but have never had a bad meal here. A definite must! read more

Green Temple - Tofu steamers (full size) - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

After I die and am cremated, I would like my ashes to be added to the tofu sauce and/or veggie burger so I can experience those delicious flavors one last time. Always a lovely time. Beautiful outdoor seating. Everyone is kind. Bathroom seems to be newly renovated and it's definitely an improvement. read more

I'm from out of town and this place was recommended by a local. Glad we stopped by! Sometimes when you seek out plant based options at restaurants they are not really "exciting", which sort of defeats the purpose of going out to eat. This place was great! The menu was interesting and had a good variety to choose from. Very friendly staff and service was fast. Would definitely recommend. read more

Fantastic vegan food homemade and served by the owners. Loved the soup and sandwich combo. I've come here twice and loved the food and atmosphere each time. The garden courtyard is a lovely spot hidden away for a discrete and relaxing lunch. read more

Green Temple - Minestrone soup and avocado sandwich on homemade bread. - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

The best vegan food in the area many variety. The service was amazing. Nice atmosphere really good nice people very good prices.

This place is amazing. The most delicious vegetarian spot. With enough choices to satisfy meat eaters who are trying a plant based change. The patio is very pretty. The service is good. The food is consistently delicious. Parking is just ok - so close to the beach that isn't a surprise. read more

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Delicious and hearty food. Lots of options to choose from! They also have fresh squeezed juices and detox teas. Loved the decor as well. There is seating inside and they do have an outside patio with heaters. It's right in Riviera village of Redondo so it's great to walk around the rest of the businesses after having a meal. read more

Green Temple - Store front - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

We've been enjoying The Green Temple for over 20 years. It's top on the list of not only vegetarians and vegans but for people like me that simply enjoy delicious food. I have yet to have a dish at this little gem of a restaurant that I don't enjoy although I have several favorites. We have one daughter that's pescatarian and one vegan that are very grateful to have the pleasure of living waking distance to GT. We all also enjoy the beautiful feel of the outdoor patio with the privacy, lush plants and Bali feel of the decor. read more

great service, beautiful ambiance especially outdoors, and delicious vegetarian meals. their tofu sauce is the best!

Loved the vibe here. Chill atmosphere with really good food. There homemade veggie burger is 10/10. I would Come back just for that! read more

Green Temple - Veggie burger - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Can I update my review? I really could and I apologize because I would really never understand the taste of good good and better choices until I turned into a plant-eater. Came here for breakfast and ordered BREAKFAST BURRITO(vegan) and TOFU SCRAMBLE with sides of their homemade SCONE,fruit bowl and toasts. They were super tasty and fulfilling. We also got their mimosas,ORANGE AND HIBISCUS. Service was quick as usual! We chose the outside seating but patio heaters were making me warm. Appreciated! read more

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I used to go to Green Temple when they opened over 20 years ago. It was dog friendly, you could bring a bottle of wine and they catered to vegans. But we pretty-much stopped going when the dogs and wine were no longer allowed. Recently they started to allow well behaved dogs on the outer patio that's street facing. Plus they added alcohol to the menu in the past few years. I'm now a regular again! And the food seems to be better than ever. Their soups, salads, burgers are all beautifully presented, not overly salted and delicious. read more

Green Temple - Vegan tamales and veggie burger - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Love this place. My husband and I were in Torrance and looking for a nearby vegan friendly restaurant. It's really cute and it's so nice to have a restaurant with so many vegan options without it being processed/frozen (not judging, love me some processed vegan meats!). Focusing on vegetables, tofu and tempeh just has a special place in my heart. The owner was incredibly sweet and briefly chatted with us about their history, and sent us home with a delicious cookie. Will definitely try and come back here again soon read more

I have been here for over 20+ years. The food is delicious and fresh and the ambience is peaceful and beautiful. Everything you get is amazing! The white lasagna and walnut loaf are incredible and my absolute favorite is the sproutada. My go to restaurant and favorite restaurant in the world! The pistachio cheesecake is THE BEST!!! read more

Green Temple - Pistachio Cheesecake, the best in the world! - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Finally used a gift card I received over 2 years ago since I was in the area. Didn't eat inside but the outdoor setting looked tranquil and comfortable. Ordered an almond and spinach salad, strawberry cheesecake and a garden wrap that resembled a wet burrito. Everything tasted very fresh and was satisfyingly filling. The "small" salad was large enough to share between two people. The wrap was the size of a regular/normal sized burrito and was hearty. The strawberry cheesecake flavor tasted like strawberry yogurt, but the macadamia nut crust was sooo good! The service was very friendly. Parking is a bit challenging, especially on the weekend. read more

Great food and service. I typically get the sproutada and my husband loves the savory gold. Green Temple is our go-to restaurant when I don't want to cook at home. It's so nice to have a local restaurant serving healthy, organic, fresh food. Great flavor and range of different types of entrees. Highly recommend read more

Green Temple - Sproutada - Vegetarian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

We love the Green temple like family. Their good is consistently excellent and when friends and relatives visit it is on their must go list. Great owners read more

This is my favorite go to in the afternoon straight from the beach or after an appointment. They serve the freshest ingredients. Food is good. The tofu sauce is freshly made and warm, it's the best. Put on anything! Service is good as well. A fresh yummy place all around. They expanded yrs back and are open til 9. Only thing I would change is to allow your small fur baby during less busy times. Many are walking their fur babies looking for a good lunch spot. For now no pets. read more

I mean this place is great for so many reasons! If you're a vegan and enjoy a peaceful and relaxing environment, then this place is for you! The bread is to die for! It is baked on site so it definitely tastes better than usual bread lol Amd the service always is great! When I asked for recommendations, the server was quick to point out their favorites and popular options. read more

Amazing food and service! The vegetarian dishes are very creative and super delicious!! Great for any size party. Love the fresh food and patio dining. read more

Been coming here for years. It's always been a place I've enjoyed going to. Had lunch with a friend here and we were told that we were the very first customers they served since the service pandemic. It's nice to be able to eat out again. Had the mixed vegetables, vegetarian quesadilla, my friend had the lasagna. Everything was AMAZING! The patio ambiance is still beautiful! Looking forward to going back again soon. read more

I had lunch here the other day when a vegetarian friend was in town. We got the Green Temple bowl with brown rice, greens, avocado, pinto beans and tofu and it was delicious! So happy to have found this place. The tofu sauce was truly amazing. read more