Shizen (sister restaurant to Tane) is my all time favorite vegan restaurant, but I haven't been…read morethere for years since moving away from the Bay. I had no idea Tane Izakaya was in Highland Park- I knew about the Hawaii & Berkeley locations. So of course we had to go! My fiancé and I loved it!!! The food was well prepared and flavorful. The only dish we didn't like was the edamame because the way it was prepared- the shell and inner bean were both chewable unlike other edamame preparations where you bite and get the beans out. Maybe we were eating it wrong, but we kept having to remove the chewed up shell from our mouths after enjoying the bean inside. We got a reservation, highly recommend! We parked on a neighborhood street since we were there early to walk around and get Donut Friend. If you're vegan or curious, within walking distance are so many vegan options from Donut Friend to Magpie's to Maciel's & more!

food is good but service is bad…read more every bite was MMMM. literally best vegan sushi ever. so delicious. the place was nice too.... but our table was neglected. service was slow. the server didn't acknowledge us and there were just weird moments. they forgot 2 of our orders and brought out our side LAST. didn't give us ginger either. the craziest thing is that they forgot an item and then brought our check. it was charged/marked on the check as well!!! super unorganized. don't recommend coming here unless you don't care about service.

Variable is a staple in our takeout rotation. Can't get enough of them…read more Their drunk cauliflower puts all other cauliflower wings to shame. The texture is addictive. My favorites are My Son's Pho (it's my favorite pho on the West side) and the N Seoul Bowl (which is light but hearty and the portion is so generous I always have leftovers for lunch). The Sunset Strip Burger is a major crowd pleaser. The Northern Lights pasta is cravable. The service is always warm and welcoming, but never hover. Love the staff. And it's usually quiet inside, pretty small. We've never had to wait for a table. It's such a gem, we were instantly hooked. I just wish I'd known about it sooner.

So good. I have a shellfish allergy and very much miss shrimp and crab. I got the vegan shrimp…read morePo'Boy and had to call the waiter over to confirm it was not real shrimp...wow. Great fries too and huge portion for the Saint Louis No. 2 Po Boy. It was certainly enough for two people. Service is very friendly, but was a bit slow (one star deduction, but still... much love!). Cute, clean inside. Great vegan options.

I've been wanting to try this food for a good long time but I live 90 minutes away. Today was the…read moreday and I was satisfied in every way! Bee and Wali were just as friendly and kind as their reputation. I admire their hard work and dedication so much, they've built something incredibly special. In other words, a welcoming and comfortable space with food that is OUT OF THIS WORLD DELICIOUS!!!! I had the chicken schwarma pita with fries and every single bite was a party, a celebration of what it means to be human with taste buds! Super fresh and visually stunning, secret ingredient is love. I can't wait to come back!

Came here on my lunch break because I was craving some Mediterranean style food. BeeWali's did not…read moredisappoint! I got the Chicken Shawarma wrap with fries and hot damn if that wasn't some of the best vegan food I've ever tasted! I'm more of a flexitarian, but I try to eat at least one vegan meal a day. And wow, am I glad I chose this place! First off, those fries. Seasoned to perfection. I think they use some sort of cajun seasoning. But whatever it was, it was hella good. Next, the wrap. Um, what?! How is this vegan?! Whatever meat alternative they used, the texture was perfect. Also amazing seasonings and sauces. It was packed with flavor and lots of veggies. And it was super filling, too! I also grabbed a coconut water cause I need my electrolytes. I took my meal to-go, but kind of regretted it because the inside is so cute! Retro diner chic. Counter stools. Tiled floors. Adorbs. Also, the staff was super helpful and very attentive even though I was doing take-out. Just a five-star experience all around. Can't wait to come back for more delicious vegan food!!

Soul food with a side of greatness I only discovered…read moreBeeWali's Vegan AF about a year ago -- and I've been hooked ever since. Their Eagle Rock location was my first taste, and when I found out they opened a second spot on Venice Blvd, I pulled up immediately. The kabob plate is my go-to -- juicy, perfectly seasoned, and filling in all the right ways. But ask around and you'll hear everybody talking about the viral f'sh plate. And yes, it lives up to the hype. This isn't just food, it's flavor therapy. Every bite feels like it was made with love, and the energy Bee and Wali pour into their food and community is unmatched. Whether you're new to vegan eats or deep in your plant-based era -- this spot will leave you full and inspired.

If you are in the area, definitely check out BeeWali's! I love it when the owners are there,…read morewelcoming customers and ready to tell their story! The wall is full of photos that tell their own story. Menu is very creative and delicious. The food is very special, and photos don't lie! Portions are very big, so be ready to bring some home. Definitely great value for the money versus portion size. Service is very fast, and you can taste the food before ordering. The seating area outside is very cute and not as loud as you would think, considering that the street gets a lot of traffic. Overall, excellent experience. Thank you, Bee and Wali! :)

Incredible vegan burritos, vegan tacos, flavorful salsa, and fresh chips. Absolutely coming back…read morewhen I'm in the area.

One of the vegan OGs in Los Angeles…read more Had the Big Vegan Burrito and Big Vegan Torta. They're not kidding about the size. Portions are probably the most generous of any vegan restaurant I've been to. They don't skimp on the meat either. For reference, the burrito is a tad bit bigger than a Chipotle burrito and the torta completely fills the inside of a half-size takeout container. You get to choose from 6 meat options for the filling. I got al pastor. It was decent. It also comes with pineapple chunks, so if you're someone who's repulsed by pineapple on pizza, be warned that this has the same taste. Highly recommend, 10/10. The fact that this restaurant has been standing for almost a decade says a lot.

Customer service 10/10 Food 10/10…read moreDrinks 10/10 Legendary Diamond in the rough Awesome place to grab some good grub

Just far away enough from Hollywood Blvd., a little gem to be found where you can truly enjoy a…read moredelicious meal. The menu is amazing. Try the spring rolls and the "chicken" garlic pepper. They don't disappoint. They also offer a dirty Thai tea with coconut milk. Delicious. The young lady that works here is really sweet. This will be my new go to when we come to see a show at the Pantages Theater. Loved this place!!

I wish I remembered the name of the drink, but at least I have a pic -- so delicious !! Would…read moredefinitely recommend. The arancini and knots were perfectly fluffy and well done. The entrees were filling and satiating. Definitely a great Valentine's Day dinner ! It was a bit chilly that night and we were seated right by the door tho so a huge gust of wind kicked every time it opened so beware of that. Service was rather quick and helpful in navigating the menu/ questions we had. Would def return

Pura Vita is a special restaurant with amazing food and even better service. I wanted to arrange…read morefor my family's dinner to be paid for in advance and Nadia the GM went out of her way to accommodate the fun surprise. Thanks to the staff for going above and beyond to help!

This place is amazing and truly one of a kind! I had the privilege of dining here twice this past…read moremonth and consistency had fantastic experiences both times! The restaurant has both inside and outdoor spaces with two different entrances. This was a bit confusing since we walked coming from Sunset and entered the inside the first time we came! Thankfully, the staff were super helpful and directed us to the other entrance for the patio seating! I did get a look at the inside space which had its own lovely ambiance and felt calming and mellow. The patio seating felt magical and being there I felt transported to a completely different place! The decor is lovely and if you're a sports fan, they have games playing in the background. There are ample heat lamps placed throughout, which was great since both times we went it was chilly at night! The staff even adjusted it to our comfort. Both times I came here, there were Prix fix menus to choose from. The first visit had a smaller Prix fix menus, while the second time had more on the menu and didn't cost much more. I highly recommend ordering from the Prix fix as it's a great value to be able to try a food variety of options! The standouts were definitely the monkey buns, the king oyster bao, and the sweet and sour mushroom, although everything we had tasted amazing! The monkey buns had a soft doughy texture and were nice and sticky with a wonderful savory mixture inside and a subtle sweetness. The king oyster bao was pretty similar although didn't have the stickiness but was more spicy and creamy inside. The sweet and sour mushroom is a must with the crispiness mushroom to really mimic chicken with a lovely tangy sauce that was just so scrumptious. For dessert both times, we got the Triple Chocolate Trifle which was layered with so much texture and flavor and was rich and decadent but not overly heavy. This dessert truly is a must even though the bao beignets also sound very enticing and I would love to try on my next visit here! I also loved the experience of having the tea brought to our table (you get two refills with hot water). It was so flavorful and fun to watch it steep and being able to smell the freshness of the tea leaves. It was so refreshing and flavorful and truly complimented and brought out the flavors of the food. It's an experience that must be had at this restaurant. I highly recommend this restaurant and it's my first experience with vegan dim sum and I'm already obsessed! It's a place both vegans and non vegans alike can enjoy and it's such a fantastic experience to dine here with the culmination of the food and eclectic ambiance. The service was also so friendly, prompt and helpful and they truly go over the top here to ensure you have an amazing time. We were also assisted by one of the owners, who was the sweetest and most accommodating. I could truly see how passionate she is about the restaurant. Parking is pretty easy in the surrounding neighborhood here, even on a busy Saturday night. I cannot wait to return soon!

A special place.. and I applaud them for their originality and courage to be different, as well as…read moretheir exploratory approach with Chinese cuisine. The Asian-inspired interior is elegant and refined. Staff was cordial. But other than the novelty and nice teas (exceptional, high quality teas indeed), the food and value were a bit disappointing to me. We came on Mother's Day and tried their prix fixe high tea. There were 3 courses: the appetizers were cute in appearance with some special tastes; the main course (smorgasbord-like tea sandwiches) was dry and bland. Desserts, while a bit too sweet for our taste (after a culinary tour to Asia, my family now upholds the phrase "not too sweet" as the highest compliment to Asian desserts), were nonetheless tasty and flavorful, to be fair. Must give them accolades for the nice teas!! We tried 3 kinds: Milky Oolong, Milky Ruby, and an herb tea. None of them contains any milk or diary products. Not sure where they sourced their teas but the fragrances were exquisite! Their Oolong reminded me of the Taiwanese local-favorite Jin-Xuan (金萱) tea, where the locals used the term "milky" to describe the subtle aroma from the tea. Our high tea was about $70, so at the end it was about $90 per person, with taxes and gratuity. In a market where high end Beverly Hills restaurants are serving $40-ish prix fixe lunches, I find it hard to justify coming back here.

The food is amazing! You don't have to be vegan to enjoy Voodoo Vegan! The Chef is great she knows…read morewhat she's doing! I had a few things but I remember the best mac and cheese cause I never been into Mac til having this dish! You won't regret stopping and getting yourself something to eat here! 10/10

This truck is VOODOO alright! I've eaten here a few times and it is always amazing. The problem is…read morethat I can't try new things because I'm hooked on the po' boy sandwich and the Mac. Even took some to go for my friend and she loved it! Make sure to follow them on IG for events and notifications of sellouts. I've had issues with their kiosk being glitchy but a staff member has always been nice enough to help. There was some confusion with my food going to someone else but they fixed the issue promptly. I absolutely love the food from this truck and look forward to grabbing something from them the next time I'm at Vegan Exchange in NOHO!

First time here, arrived at 5 just as they opened before a recital at the Disney Concert Hall, and…read moreasked our server Jack to feed us a meal that is gluten free (Living Food Omakase). One of us was doubtful and low-key worried about vegan and living foods--he was amazed before he was halfway through. Drinks: the ruby cold pressed juice so delicious, not too sweet; the thai tea, a desert drink with caffeine! He started us with olive cheese dip: so super delicious with the crunchy seeded crackers. The Bird's Eye Tofu, crunchy on the outside, hot and melty on the inside. And the entrees? He brought a Notrito Salad which felt alive and delicious. The Tori Katsu really blew my mind. The Octopus so crunchy ourtside, soft and chewy and flavorful inside. The yellow noodle soup, so cocoanutty and flavorful. The Jack Makhani a spicy jackfruit yumminess. So glad we saved room for dessert I love Au Lac. I love this DTLA location. Now off to walk in the Concert Hall gardens before a recital!

I have been at this restaurant a few times before, having performed here with my sketch group and…read morealso coming for dinner before seeing shows at Center Theatre Group. Each time I've come the waitstaff has been super friendly, and the food amazing. So, when planning a little birthday lunch for my mom's 81st birthday, this was one of the first places I thought of. My mom lives in south LA and we live in the valley, so after picking her up, we wouldn't have to travel far to eat. Although we planned to arrive to the restaurant at 2, traffic was horrible and we arrived at 230pm. After looking for parking, I dropped the fam off at 2:40 so they could sit and look at the menu while I found parking. I get a text from my husband saying they closed at 3 so hurry. This was news to me, as I thought they closed at 5. I found parking and rushed in at 2:48, to see my family outside the restaurant. Perplexed, I went in to ask if we could still eat, as it wasn't yet 3pm. No wait staff came to the front to greet me, so I walked in a bit and asked the waiter if it was okay to eat. The waiter said we close in ten. I said I thought the website said you closed at 5. I must have read it wrong. I understand, but it's not 3 and we came a bit of a distance and it's my mom's 81st birthday. The waiter, whose name is Jack, offered to ask the kitchen if they would still make food. I said yes please would you ask? While Jack was asking, another waiter asked me if I had been helped. I told him yes, that Jack was asking the kitchen if we could still have lunch. This waiter says, we're closing in 10. I'd like to have lunch too. And walks away. Yes, with shade. Jack returns and says it's fine as long as we can order within a few minutes of getting the menu. I say great and we all come in. The 2nd waiter takes our order with the least amount of personality he possibly can, and the whole lunch is slightly awkward and we're not able to truly enjoy ourselves with the feeling of "we better hurry up and eat" lingering. By the time we ordered and received our food (which was delicious as usual) , there were still 4 other groups of customers there, and we actually left the restaurant within a minute or two after the last customers before us. Also, no one came around to ask how our food was and if we needed anything. I'm giving 3 stars because this experience didn't quite sit right with me. Yes, it was near closing, but your doors weren't closed and there was no sign saying last call/order at 2:45 or anything like that. I feel like once the kitchen approved making our lunch, customer service should have been at its peak for paying customers, who gave no attitude and tried to be as polite with the ask as possible. It was not. I still tipped 25%, because Jack (waiter 1) was polite and my 81 old mama who I was celebrating raised me that way, but I'm not sure I'll patronize them again.