Creative spot that has a lot on the menu for a small space. Looking forward to going back.read more

it would be nice if they put their actual hours on the door. I drove two hours to come here. No one…read morewas here.

Had the tuna sandwich & Mac. Tuna sandwich: so so so good…read more Flavor is 10/10 and was huge! Very filling and satisfying. Perfect amount of greens and tuna on a vegan brioche bun. DELICIOUS. Mac: pretty good for vegan Mac added a lil chipotle sauce and siracha yum Will defintely try everything on the menu, my new take out spot

Omgee I live kind of far from here but so worth the drive if you want good vegan food. I had the…read morecauliflower burger it's messy and delicious. I need to make another trip real soon. And the cashew cheesecake is really good so similar to cheesecake with actual cheese. This place is a must try! Oh and the service is gold star

I am completely remiss to not have written this review long ago, but after 30+ years of being a…read moreloyal customer, it is the absolute least I can do for a neighborhood institution. Our family actually began eating here way back when as vegans, and let me tell you, finding incredible vegan options 30 years ago was no easy task! He traveled to great lengths because the food was so exceptional. (True story) Earle's was a total lifesaver then, and they've only gotten better with time. I can fully attest to the unwavering commitment to quality and service that they have maintained for over three decades. Whether you are grabbing a bite from the original cart, sitting down in their welcoming restaurant, or hiring them to cater an event, the experience is always flawless. The attention and care towards their customers, staff and community is always felt Earle's on Crenshaw isn't just a place to get a great meal for us anymore--we have officially made them a part of our family. If you want incredible, quality food made by people who truly care about the community they serve, you will find it here! Earle Family here is to another 30

Went by just before closing. Service was good, and quick. We ordered a chili dog, a chili pastrami…read moredog, chili cheese fries and a carrot cake. The hot dogs were good, the fries could have been cooked a little longer and either the fries or chili had a slight burnt taste to it. You can watch them make your food. They have tables and seats inside and outside. I don't notice until today when I looked at my receipt that the pastrami chili cheese dog was $17. Kind of pricey. Plenty of parking on Crenshaw or in the rear.

Baba's Vegan Cafe is my go-to spot for great food and a peaceful environment. How the food is…read moreprepared and served is genuine and it feels like you're right where you belong. I'm grateful that such a place exist. It'll continue to my favorite spot and the more people support it, the healthier our community can be.

This place is unbelievably delicious. If vegan food always tasted like this, I could easily be…read morevegan! I ordered the large Soul Plate and finished every single bite. I was first introduced to them through a BMHCE program that provides meals to expecting mothers, and I was honestly shocked by how amazing the food was. I had it delivered yesterday and loved it so much that I came back the very next day. What I love most is that after eating a full meal, I feel satisfied and energized instead of weighed down. You can truly taste the quality of the ingredients and the care that goes into every dish. Everything tastes fresh, clean, and made with intention. I can't say enough good things about this place. I'm already looking forward to my next meal here. Without a doubt, this is my new favorite restaurant!

Wanted to write an update 3 years after the original. I've visited many times since then, and the…read morequality of food and service are impeccable. The decor is always updated and the ambiance is beautiful. Shoutout to Wendy for being a fantastic server. She was super nice when I ate her for my birthday and she remembered me after just serving me once! She even helped me recover a credit card I left on the table. There's also a gentleman with glasses who I see quite literally every time I visit (maybe he's the owner?). He's very soft-spoken and knowledgeable about the menu. Would highly recommend The Grain Cafe!

Is the quality different between dine in or uber eats?…read more The past few times with Uber eats or take out, the quality has been horrible. Hard rice (undercooked or cooked and reheated- this is a health issue) and not fully cooked beans. Wilted lettuce that looked like it would make you sick. Less fillings of proteins and vegan cheese, etc. Recently had to throw more than half my order away since it tasted off and I still felt sick afterwards... Are certain locations better than others? It is a chain, right?

Everything was 10/10 I'm new to this lifestyle and I will be coming here more often everything was…read moregood and seasoned

As a carnivore eater I am venturing out and trying Vegan restaurants and I must say this one is a…read morehit. The Jackfruit "crab cakes" were very good and the Jamaican meal with garbanzo beans was . Both meals came with a side of greens that were amazing. I am also a big fan of their juices. A ton of sour sop and sea moss options. I left this place feeling energized! Staff is extremely nice and great vibes all around.

Twelve years ago, I fell in love with Au Lac and wrote a glowing review. Living on LA's Westside, I…read morerarely make it to Downtown, so today was my first visit back since then. I can't believe it's been 12 years--and I'm so happy to say it was every bit as incredible as I remembered. My friend and I came for lunch. I ordered the vegetable pho, and she had the curry rice. Both dishes were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, comforting, and beautifully prepared. Honestly, I wish we had more time because we had another appointment downtown. I would have loved to try more dishes and definitely dessert! Our server was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and incredibly professional. He checked on us at just the right moments without ever feeling intrusive. The service was as impressive as the food. The restaurant has such a warm, relaxing atmosphere. I especially loved the beautiful ceramic water cups with bird designs--they were so unique and charming. Even the water tasted wonderful! I'm thrilled that Au Lac is still thriving after all these years. If anything, the food tasted even better than I remembered. I certainly won't wait another 12 years before coming back. In fact, I was so impressed that I convinced my husband to come with me next Saturday for dinner! I've tried many vegan restaurants over the years, and Au Lac remains my absolute favorite. My favorite on the Westside is Variable Café, but if you're willing to drive a little farther, Au Lac is on another level. I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough. Whether you're vegan or not, this place is truly outstanding. Five stars without hesitation!

I came to Au Lac again to celebrate my bday with a friend before a show at the Music Center. Au Lac…read moredoesn't take reservations. My friend had the tofu, house salad. She said the house salad was better the last time she came bc the lettuce was different. She recalled it was Romaine lettuce last time. This time it was a green salad. I had the lemongrass fish which was made of soybean. It was a little too dry and rubbery for me. I kept putting it in my soup with rice to make it taste better, but ran out of soup. I won't be ordering this dish again. I took half home, cut up the soybean fish and added it to a stew. I didn't mention to my server that it was my bday, but was disappointed that he didn't even offer like regular servers do, "Would you like to see the dessert menu?" I didn't tell him it was my bday nor did I ask for the dessert menu bc I wasn't the one paying the bill. Not that I needed dessert, but it would've been nice to have been asked. When I mentioned this to another server who came by to clear our table that our server didn't even ask if we wanted dessert and that the restaurant doesn't seem to want to push its desserts, he quickly brought us a dessert menu, but my friend was already paying our bill - too late! It would've been nice to be asked earlier. I even had candles in my bag just in case we got dessert. Anyway, this server said he'll tell our server about not offering dessert. The next day I came back with another friend after a Music Center event. My server from the day before recognized me. This time he asked us at the start before we ordered or after we had just ordered whether we'd like to see the dessert menu. Huh? Ask at the END not start of a meal! Instead of embarrassing him, I told him, "No, thanks. My bday was yesterday." On this second day, my friend and I shared a Chinoise salad (delicious and refreshing!) and paella (not like a paella, a little too wet and granular for our taste, but healthy - a living food dish). We had mint and lemon water for both meals. $12 parking in the adjacent structure. Free parking passes at the Music Center if you're a season ticket holder or good luck with finding street parking. I'd still continue to occasionally patronize this restaurant when I have Music Center events bc I want to support veganism, the restaurant; however, I was disappointed with some of the food and waitstaff this weekend. I'd suggest that the waitstaff go thru customer training on when/what/how to talk to customers. Incentive from the website: join the rewards plan - 300 points for 30% off the bill and 100 points for a free dessert! I'm aiming for the free dessert!!

Visiting the area to celebrate my brother's birthday since he's now vegan. This place, "Stuff I…read moreEat" has a good selection of organic fresh flavorful food cooked to order. We ordered the Jackfruit tacos, Enchilada pie, Nachos, Stir Fry, and side salads. Everything was delicious and tasted amazing. The Stir fry and Jackfruit tacos are indescribable; you can't just eat one taco so you'll need to order at least 2 or 3. The atmosphere was friendly, good vibes! I think the dining area can definitely use redecorating or at least rearranging the seating to feel more restaurant style and less like take out feel.

I needed a big meal before my 10hr flight and stuff I eat did that! I ordered the soul food…read moreplatter. Wowsa wowsa wowsa this hit the spot. Definitely got the itis but it was okay because I knocked out on the plane. The seasoning was good but because I'm a little spicy I had to add some hot sauce and ohhhh wee the kale greens went up another knotch along with the bbq jackfruit. The server was nice but I thought it was awesome that Chef Babette came out and said hello as I picked up my food. It's little touches like that make me come back with that being said. I'll be back to enjoy some more stuff I eat.

Best meal of my life. The service was efficient and friendly. The food was rich in flavor,…read moreinnovative, and beautifully presented. I recommend the impossible cigars, vodka pasta, linguini with scallops, and the ice cream sundae. Truly unreal food!

Crossroads is in my constant regular date night rotation despite not being a vegetarian any longer…read more The menu changes consistently according to seasons and this makes almost every visit feel new. I'm obsessed with their lion's mane steak and will order it almost every time I visit (unless I'm trying one of the new seasonal main courses) - it's surprisingly close to the flavor and texture of actual steak! The calamari is one of my favorites and my very anti-vegan stepkids actually said it's better than real calamari, which is huge. Chef Tal Ronnen is amazing at making a vegan dinner not feel like a vegan dinner, but instead a decadent filling meal that's comparable to any Italian restaurant. One of my other favorite things about Crossroads is how friendly the staff is. The hostess, Miriam, not only remembers my name but she seems to have a warm and familiar rapport with all the guests that come in. My husband and I love to sit at the bar and Matt the bartender is a blast to talk to. He's always recommending the perfect cocktails with our orders and takes the time to talk about bands and concerts with us. I couldn't recommend Crossroads enough!

Such a lovely little spot. We came in after being out in the rain and immediately felt so welcomed…read moreand comfortable. The cafe itself is beautiful and cozy, and the whole team was incredibly kind. Our server honestly made the experience even better. He was so friendly and genuinely excited about the menu, took the time to explain everything, and gave us great recommendations based on what we were in the mood for. You could tell he really cared about making people have a good experience. The food and coffee were amazing, super flavorful and satisfying without feeling too heavy. It ended up being one of our favorite stops during our trip. Huge thank you to everyone there for making our day so special.

Cafe Gratitude is basically what would happen if a hug, a yoga retreat, and a vegan brunch spot had…read morea beautiful organic baby. Everything was spotless, calm, and full of genuinely lovely people. The service was so warm I briefly considered asking if I could move in. I ordered a latte, the Caesar tempeh wrap, and a bowl -- and somehow every single bite tasted like it had been blessed by woodland fairies with culinary degrees. Flavor? Absolutely out of this world. But the BEST part? The names of the dishes. "I Am Well," "I Am Grateful," "I Am Light"... and when your server brings your food they lovingly announce: "You are well." Honestly, being affirmed by a stranger while handed organic vegan food healed at least 37% of my problems. I came for lunch and accidentally left spiritually moisturized. If you want delicious fully vegan organic food, positive vibes, and the experience of being gently complimented by your salad, this place is IT.