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Yummy! I really enjoyed my salad here. The ingredients were fresh and crisp. I loved the staff, they were incredibly nice and helpful. The restaurant was clean and tidy which is very much appreciated!
Always a great casual place to have a bite of fresh, healthy food. If you are vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free or even a red blooded carnivore, you'll find something you like. For a Sunday lunch, we enjoyed enchiladas, sandwiches, soup, huevos rancheros, and an acai smoothie. Service is with a smile and fairly prompt. And they've managed to keep the prices of the meals at affordable levels, under $18 on average in 2026. Come back to this Encinitas staple.
We've drove by this place for years and wondered how the food was. Sad to say, it was very disappointing. My husband ordered the chicken stuffed spud. I ordered the Indian curry. Of the two dishes, mine was better. Still, the curry left much to be desired. My husband's entree was so bad, he asked me to pour my curry over it. Luckily, it improved it. Neither one of us finished our food. Overall, the service was ok. The restaurant wasn't clean and had an open tub in the dining area where customers placed dirty dishes, which wasn't very hygienic. This place could be so much better. It's in a nice enough location, close to the beach. The dining area had some nice decor. We most likely won't be back.
A recent Saturday lunch here was nice! I ordered the Lotus Bowl, which was a tasty combination of mock chicken, black beans, spinach, carrots, broccoli, cabbage, and brown rice. The tahini-ginger sauce made all the difference! We had to hunt down utensils but it wasn't a big deal.
We came here for a late lunch on a Sunday. So very many choices as a vegetarian. Great add ins or subtractions to make it fit your dietary needs. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and our food came fast. All I can say is yum!
What a little treasure in downtown Encinitas. I love visiting Lotus Cafe. The staff is always friendly with a menu that has something for everybody. The cafe has a unique decor and I love it. It's also clean with plenty of interior and exterior seating options. I got the curry veggie tempeh. It was just right and healthy. My friend got a chicken tahini bowl and it was soo good. We also ordered Papaya juice. It was tasty and nutritious!
The food is amazing! I used to come here as a child and came back 10 years later and it's still amazing! Obsessed with the acai brown and they put extra granola at the bottom to make sure you get granola in every bite! The mt. Palomar stir fry was super good and healthy too! Such a great healthy spot.
Received a nice, calming but warm welcome from the gentleman. Wifey and I liked the nirvana vibe. Lots of healthy selections! Today, we enjoyed the Pineapple Express Smoothie and Ranchero Chicken Sandwich in Sourdough bread. The coconut flavor with plant-based whey protein was a perfect thirst-quencher for a Tuesday mid-day brunch. The sandwich hit the spot with the ranchero sauce and cheese. So much more to try on their menu! Gotta return.
This is my favorite restaurant. The consistency is legit. The soups melt in your mouth and taste so homemade. The falafel balls are crave-able at 11pm -that tahini sauce is the best thing I've ever tasted and That crispy crunch of fried falafel my go-to is the 1/2 avocado tuna cup. The lemon dressing is the freshest, punchiest more perfect pop and I add a little homemade ranch to make the tuna even creamier. The atmosphere is so private and chill and it's just the most perfect spot. I've eaten here twice a month for years. I always leave happy and feel like I have my body the good stuff.
I absolutely Love Love Love the Blackened Blue cheese Chicken Sandwich is Amazing You won't be sorry if you give it a try it's my second time and I can't even think about eating anything else yet !
Everything about this dish was great good quality. The presentation was beautiful, but the taste was even better. Perfectly grilled salmon, wonderful sauce, and colorful, fresh vegetable that was cooked just right. Perfect Dinner balanced and delicious meal.
Ordered the Açaí bowl that is blended with organic apple juice or almond or coconut or oat milk. I didn't choose. The cashier just gave me apple juice which is fine. Topped with blueberries and banana along with fresh fruit, coconut, organic granola and honey. They make the açaí sorbet in house which I feel is rare. Really peaceful ambiance with lots of ceiling fans. Wood booths filled with maroon cushions. It was SUPER busy, but my order arrived quickly since most people were ordering big meals. Little did I know that the açaí bowl would be MASSIVE. I couldn't finish it all. I needed to take it home and put it in the freezer to enjoy on a different day. Wow. Just thinking about that bowl I'm full. Ordered to go and was packaged really securely. While I waited I went to the bathroom which was clean and didn't require a code.
This is my FAVORITE place to eat, hang out, and study!!!!!!!! Everything on the menu is so healthy and fresh, they use the best ingredients, all organic and no seed oils. BEST CHAI in San Diego, so authentic. The owners and staff are so kind too. This place just has such a cute, happy and positive vibe. Also the menu is so vast, it's almost overwhelming you can get anything from smoothies, breakfast food(all day), healthy pastries and Mexican food! I am here almost everyday I like it that much
11 hours ago
Lotus Cafe is one of our go-to spots, especially after a walk around the area. The food always feels so clean, fresh, and nourishing. I almost always order the Nirvana burrito and it never disappoints, it's become my favorite. I've also tried their tofu breakfast burrito and veggie burger, and both were just as good, flavorful, satisfying, and still light. One thing I really appreciate is that they have great options for everyone. I'm vegetarian but my husband isn't, and we both find plenty we love here. I've even brought my parents a few times and it's always a hit. The space has plenty of seating and there's usually good parking nearby, which makes it an easy, relaxed stop. The staff are friendly and the food typically comes out pretty quickly too. Overall, just a consistently great spot with healthy, delicious options. I always enjoy coming here. read more
1 month ago
Yummy! I really enjoyed my salad here. The ingredients were fresh and crisp. I loved the staff, they were incredibly nice and helpful. The restaurant was clean and tidy which is very much appreciated! read more
9 months ago
Always a great casual place to have a bite of fresh, healthy food. If you are vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free or even a red blooded carnivore, you'll find something you like. For a Sunday lunch, we enjoyed enchiladas, sandwiches, soup, huevos rancheros, and an acai smoothie. Service is with a smile and fairly prompt. And they've managed to keep the prices of the meals at affordable levels, under $18 on average in 2026. Come back to this Encinitas staple. read more
We've drove by this place for years and wondered how the food was. Sad to say, it was very disappointing. My husband ordered the chicken stuffed spud. I ordered the Indian curry. Of the two dishes, mine was better. Still, the curry left much to be desired. My husband's entree was so bad, he asked me to pour my curry over it. Luckily, it improved it. Neither one of us finished our food. Overall, the service was ok. The restaurant wasn't clean and had an open tub in the dining area where customers placed dirty dishes, which wasn't very hygienic. This place could be so much better. It's in a nice enough location, close to the beach. The dining area had some nice decor. We most likely won't be back. read more
8 months ago
A recent Saturday lunch here was nice! I ordered the Lotus Bowl, which was a tasty combination of mock chicken, black beans, spinach, carrots, broccoli, cabbage, and brown rice. The tahini-ginger sauce made all the difference! We had to hunt down utensils but it wasn't a big deal. read more
We came here for a late lunch on a Sunday. So very many choices as a vegetarian. Great add ins or subtractions to make it fit your dietary needs. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and our food came fast. All I can say is yum! read more
What a little treasure in downtown Encinitas. I love visiting Lotus Cafe. The staff is always friendly with a menu that has something for everybody. The cafe has a unique decor and I love it. It's also clean with plenty of interior and exterior seating options. I got the curry veggie tempeh. It was just right and healthy. My friend got a chicken tahini bowl and it was soo good. We also ordered Papaya juice. It was tasty and nutritious! read more
1 month ago
The food is amazing! I used to come here as a child and came back 10 years later and it's still amazing! Obsessed with the acai brown and they put extra granola at the bottom to make sure you get granola in every bite! The mt. Palomar stir fry was super good and healthy too! Such a great healthy spot. read more
Received a nice, calming but warm welcome from the gentleman. Wifey and I liked the nirvana vibe. Lots of healthy selections! Today, we enjoyed the Pineapple Express Smoothie and Ranchero Chicken Sandwich in Sourdough bread. The coconut flavor with plant-based whey protein was a perfect thirst-quencher for a Tuesday mid-day brunch. The sandwich hit the spot with the ranchero sauce and cheese. So much more to try on their menu! Gotta return. read more
4 months ago
This is my favorite restaurant. The consistency is legit. The soups melt in your mouth and taste so homemade. The falafel balls are crave-able at 11pm -that tahini sauce is the best thing I've ever tasted and That crispy crunch of fried falafel my go-to is the 1/2 avocado tuna cup. The lemon dressing is the freshest, punchiest more perfect pop and I add a little homemade ranch to make the tuna even creamier. The atmosphere is so private and chill and it's just the most perfect spot. I've eaten here twice a month for years. I always leave happy and feel like I have my body the good stuff. read more
5 months ago
Everything about this dish was great good quality. The presentation was beautiful, but the taste was even better. Perfectly grilled salmon, wonderful sauce, and colorful, fresh vegetable that was cooked just right. Perfect Dinner balanced and delicious meal. read more
Ordered the Açaí bowl that is blended with organic apple juice or almond or coconut or oat milk. I didn't choose. The cashier just gave me apple juice which is fine. Topped with blueberries and banana along with fresh fruit, coconut, organic granola and honey. They make the açaí sorbet in house which I feel is rare. Really peaceful ambiance with lots of ceiling fans. Wood booths filled with maroon cushions. It was SUPER busy, but my order arrived quickly since most people were ordering big meals. Little did I know that the açaí bowl would be MASSIVE. I couldn't finish it all. I needed to take it home and put it in the freezer to enjoy on a different day. Wow. Just thinking about that bowl I'm full. Ordered to go and was packaged really securely. While I waited I went to the bathroom which was clean and didn't require a code. read more
7 months ago
8 months ago
This is my FAVORITE place to eat, hang out, and study!!!!!!!! Everything on the menu is so healthy and fresh, they use the best ingredients, all organic and no seed oils. BEST CHAI in San Diego, so authentic. The owners and staff are so kind too. This place just has such a cute, happy and positive vibe. Also the menu is so vast, it's almost overwhelming you can get anything from smoothies, breakfast food(all day), healthy pastries and Mexican food! I am here almost everyday I like it that much read more
8 months ago
Really disappointed with this açaí bowl. It was overpriced for the quality, and by the time it arrived it was completely melted and watery. As you can see in the photo, the bowl had turned into a soupy consistency with chunks of ice instead of being thick and frozen like an açaí bowl should be. It seemed like it may have been sitting out in the kitchen for a while before being served or delivered. Definitely not fresh, and not what I expected for the price. read more
1 year ago
$70 for 4 meals. Not busy on a Saturday morning. Friendly staff and food comes out quick. Food is healthy and delicious! read more
Stopped in for late lunch last weekend, managed to time it accidentally the same time as the street festival. No wait for service, food came out quickly, and was delicious and fresh. We like it for the vegan options, but it's great for a mixed group. read more
Ordered the Cobb salad with Turkey and my wife ordered the strawberry salad and added chucked. Everything was excellent and we were treated like VIP. We also order and build your own juice (green apple, carrot, cucumber) super delicious Inside is super cool and restaurant is in a nice area and Super clean. read more
2 years ago
Love this place. The tuna salad in the avocado is amazing, I get it every time! Smoothies are yummy. Haven't tried a juice yet. Very yummy deserts- vegan, GF, they are all yum! Service always so friendly- love seeing the two familiar faces there that I am used to seeing. Casual ambiance. Love the meditative vibes and calm music. read more
2 months ago
I always hear so much about Lotus Cafe, and I think it's an iconic establishment in downtown Encinitas, but I've surprisingly never been--until now! To be honest, I did not know what to expect, but I have to admit that my experience was very positive. The cafe is located in a shopping center, which is very convenient because there's no need to fight for parking. The ambiance is very casual; you line up to order at the counter, they give you a number, you find a table, and they'll bring your food to you! They do accept Apple Pay. There are tables inside, outside, and in a covered patio, so plenty of places to choose from. I went around dinner time, and it wasn't very crowded, though there were other patrons. There is also a little station where you can help yourself to napkins, water/ice, straws, utensils, etc. It's self serve. The bathroom has a code, but you can easily ask the employees for it. The interior and menu are decorated with this theme of "lotuses" in mind, so I think it's very cute. In terms of the food, I love how they serve breakfast all day! Breakfast is my favorite meal, so of course I opted for a pitaya bowl. I got it with apple juice, no honey. It was, as expected, a beautiful bowl! It tasted strongly of apple juice, but other than that, it was just your basic bowl. With that in mind, it was on the pricier side for an acai bowl, though the portion size is larger than most. Meanwhile, my friend ordered the Moonlight pasta with a salad and garlic bread. She loved the garlic bread, but the pasta was a pass from the both of us. Despite its fancy name, the dish is basically just pesto pasta with cheese; my gripe with it is that the pesto was chunky yet watery at the same time? It was not very flavorful. I think this was a miss. Overall, I liked Lotus Cafe, but I don't think anything stood out to me, besides the ambiance. I don't think I'll go out of my way to come back, but I wouldn't be opposed to trying it again either. It's very cute though! read more
Such a cute place. So many options for gluten-free and dairy-free. We ordered: Chicken sandwich- so good!! Fries were hot and delicious. Salmon sandwich with gluten-free bread- yummy and fresh Guac and chips- the chips tasted homemade and the Guac was delicious. Right on 101 it is a great place to stop and people watch with seating outside. read more
7 months ago
Upon walking in, there was a line and full restaurant around 1 on a Saturday. They have plenty of outdoor seating, lots of doggos sunbathing while their owners ate which was a pleasure to see. Menu is great for keto/paleo, vegan/vegetarian, and gluten free diets. Food: I got the Buddha bowl with mock chicken, side of chips and salsa and a juice (carrot, beet, celery) and a ginger shot. The menu is eclectic from Mexican flavors, Indian, Italian and American. There seemed to be a lot of veggies loaded in each dish (which I love). I really enjoyed my food, portion wasn't too big which I was happy about but to be honest I expected leftovers from a $16 dish (only downside). I needed to add salt because beans were a little bland and there wasn't any dressing on the veggies but it felt nourishing and hit the spot. Mock chicken had a nice bite and spice to it. Ambiance/service: fast- casual dining experience, the food runners are attentive though and very quick to clean tables for the next patron. This place is very casual and down to earth, perfect for a relaxing lunch date with loved ones or solo trip. 10/10 recommend! read more
Pricey? Sure. Fresh, delicious, and too many vegetarian/vegan options to count? ALSO YES!!! As a vegetarian of forever I sometimes struggle having so many options, but everything was so good (they have a few fish/meat options too! Plenty of in and outdoor seating. Order at the counter. The lotus bowl was the table fave, but the vegan shakes also slapped. Felt full and good after eating their food. Would recommend! read more
2 years ago
if you want super healthy and good food, this is the place for you! there is a ton of different entrees here and most can be made vegan or are already vegan. i got a chicken sandwich and the chicken was a bit dry. however the nirvana burrito was super juicy. there's plenty of seating inside and outside and the food comes out pretty fast! read more
9 months ago
Order at the counter and food will be brought out. The menu is extensive but I appreciate that there are many ways to modify the meal for vegan or gluten free. The staff was very pleasant and eager to answer questions. I love that you can get your veggies steamed. Good meal and something for everyone read more
2 years ago
The food was delicious and they had many gluten-free and vegan options. The house chai tea is amazing. The service was very friendly and the decor is beautiful. read more
2 years ago
The food was so delicious, fresh and healthy! They have so many options - great spot for those who are plant based or gluten free. I had the tofu scramble with veggies and also a strawberry banana smoothie. They also are very flexible at modifying / subbing items as needed for your dietary preference. This is now my go-to spot for brunch and lunch in Encinitas! read more
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It's all about the homemade Chai. So tasty and comforting. Forget the powdered offerings of so many other places. Add in a lovely decor, super comfortable booths and an eclectic menu, and you have a recipe for a great experience at Lotus Cafe. read more
2 years ago
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