Good service good Food place super clean. I love the concept thank you for everything I I applied. Hope I get the job.

First time visiting from the East Coast, and Abbie made it unforgettable! Her warm greeting, insightful recommendations, and genuine kindness made all the difference.The Mr. FluffHead is definitely a fun treat to finish our meal. Thank you to the Pacific Beach team for a 5-star experience! read more

It tastes just like Micky D's! Really nice staff and very helpful with the ordering and informing you how the daily specials work. You can get some really good deals! Thank you Naima! You were so nice and helpful. Also love the music they play read more

I had a mixed experience at Mr. Charlies of Pacific Beach. I came on a Wednesday, when they have two for ten dollar deal. You are allowed to mix and match, so I ordered the cheeseburger and the Not a Chicken Sandwich. The plant based cheese burger was pretty good, but they do overly sauce the burger. After removing some of the sauce, to get a true feel of the plant based patty, it determined it was pretty good. The flavor and texture were nice. To really get a sense of the patty, next time I need to double the patties and go with light sauce for sure. I was not a huge fan of the not a chicken sandwich. It was okay, but the texture and flavor of the plant based chicken patty was off. It not only tasted a bit like tuna, but the texture, as it broke up, was similar to chunky tuna. It was supposed to be a plant based tuna sandwich, I would have been like right on! The lettuce on the sandwich was also pretty limp and not crisp. I think it could or could have been better. The hospitality at the counter was very good. The young lady not only offered good friendly service, she served me a water, while I waited. They offer a small amount of inside and outside seating. read more

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Wanted to try this vegan "McDonalds" ever since we saw it pop-up. I'd say, if you were vegan and have never had McDonald's, you would probably enjoy this quite a bit. We went with a Mr. Frowny Meal (Not a Cheeseburger) and got the Deluxe to get the 4 "chicken" nuggets. I was disappointed to not get the Mr. Frowny box since we didn't get it to go. We also wanted to try the breakfast and got the Mr. Muffin Deluxe. The fries were good, they were fine, could use a little more salt in my opinion. I did not like the breakfast sandwich. I think the "cheese" was a little too off-putting. I know it's not real cheese. The nuggets were alright, the texture reminded me of something I couldn't quite put a finger on. Cheeseburger was pretty good, I think hamburger would be better (since we didn't enjoy the cheese). I'd say, if it was a hamburger, you might actually get fooled into thinking it was real meat. Service was friendly. Small seating area inside and outside. Lots of people ordered the dessert which was a soft serve. It's PB so you know how parking goes, park a few blocks into the neighborhood or come early and you'll be fine. read more

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This place is amazing!! The vibe, the food, an especially the friendly staff. Niama was the sweetest and most helpful person. She made it more enjoyable dining in. The best "not a nugget" I've ever had! I especially loved the Mr. Charlie's sauce which is their take on Mac sauce and it tastes soooooo good. You can taste the fresh dill. I will definitely be back to this place. Vegan food can be really good when done right. I feel the prices are pretty reasonable too considering it's a vegan option and that can usually be much more expensive. Thank you for a wonderful lunch! read more

Mr Charlie’s - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

While I can't eat here (due to allergies) my husband absolutely enjoyed his meal! Wanted to leave a review because the employees working here are so so kind. They both went above and beyond! Great service. The inside is very clean as well! read more

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I got to try this new plant-based fastfood restaurant through catering at work. Cheeseburger- tastes like a classic, simple. Biting into it, I could not tell it wasn't beef. Nuggets- texture was most similar to a Mcnugget. The fries- it was alright. I wish it was a little more fluffy inside, but that's my own personal preference (BK fries is usually my jam). Next time I'm going for tots. Dipping sauce- I really liked the Mr. sunday sauce for my nuggets. It's sweet, it's smokey. I think this place really hits the spot if you are looking for an occasional "meaty meal" but need to lay off the animal fat. My body doesn't feel as heavy after eating this compared to eating a full on meat meal. read more

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A plant-based blessing! Seriously so good! I'm not ashamed to say I've had everything on the menu. My personal favorite is the Mr. Chuck Jr, but I have been blown away by the flavor of every menu item. Mr. Chuck Sauce, which is reminiscent of McDonalds special sauce, and the Mr. Sunday sauce, a light and sweet barbeque that reminds me of a dip from Chick-fil-A, are both the perfect accompaniment to both the burgers and the fries. Not only is the food delicious, but the daily deals are a phenomenal value! I love that there is a different deal for each day of the week! Mr. Charlie's also has some of the sweetest employees. Abbie and Naima always go above and beyond to make me feel valued as a customer. Needless to say, I am certainly earning my free Frowny rewards (10 visits for a free Frowny Meal) regularly! read more

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We came with a party of 9 including kids and sat outside. It was a lot of fun and the food was fun too. The service was awesome and we had an overall great time. We LOVED the free condoms and I made sure the teens in our party (who all happened to be boys) left with two each. What a great public health initiative and more restaurants should do this too. Overall fantastic! read more

Mr Charlie’s - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

If I were vegetarian/vegan and ate bread regularly (as I had in the past) I think I would really enjoy this place. I ordered their breakfast sandwich which was pretty good for a vegan breakfast sandwich . Service was friendly. Will I go out of my way to go back here- negative, but the food for what it is 5 stars, if that's what you're looking for. read more

You had me fooled! Honestly, I'm impressed. Everything here is plant-based, and everything was delicious. I ordered the Mr. Rack (their take on a McRib), and the sauce was absolutely spot on! The Not Chicken Nuggets were also a hit, especially with that BBQ dipping sauce. The service was amazing. My friend and I ordered the Mr. Fluffhead for dessert, and the staff were thoughtful enough to ask if we wanted it prepared later so it would be fresh when we were ready. Beyond the food, the decor is incredible. The yellow and red theme makes you feel like you're inside an art exhibition. The vibes are immaculate. It feels like eating inside a piece of modern art. If you're in Pacific Beach, don't sleep on this spot. read more

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Mr. Charlie's is fantastic everything we ate was so delicious, and it feels amazing to enjoy plant-based food that protects animals!! The place was spotless, service was swift, and the vibes were immaculate. Everyone was so kind, especially Devin, Naima, Abby, Issabella, and Hayden thank you all! Will definitely be back. read more

Cool little vegan fast food place in the heart of PB. They are open late, which is great if you're with vegetarian/vegan friends that are craving a bite to eat. Fries are just as good (if not better) than the actual competitor. Worth a try! read more

Mr Charlie’s - Not a Chicken Sandwich, Not Chicken Nuggets, Frowny Fries - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

The first of two Mr. Charlie's locations in the SD area has opened in PB where a Brazilian bowl business had operated. Apparently, there's a cult following for this viral plant-based fast food concept that has been known as the "Vegan McDonald's." The red and gold color scheme and menu items definitely give off a copycat feel. Even the takeout box mimicked a Happy Meal but with a frown. There were a few tables both inside and outside the suite for seating. The menu screens hung on a wall to the right when you walked in. The a la carte choices were on the left screen while the combination meals (i.e. Mr. Frowny Meal) were displayed on the right screen. I'm not going to lie as there was a sticker shock to see the cheapest combo cost $14.49. Plant-based burgers, patties, and cheese made up the main ingredients of the nine different sandwiches. Breakfast items, sides, drinks, and plant-based ice cream were the rest of the categories. I selected combo #8 (Mr. Rack) for my order. The sandwich was a rib-inspired, plant-based patty covered in barbeque sauce and topped with pickles and onions on a toasted bun. A side of Frowny Fries and a fountain drink came with the meal. There was no soda fountain available yet so I was instructed to pick a can from a refrigerator next to the menu screens. I think there should have been a price reduction if a 12 oz can of soda is replacing the fountain drink because $3.49 was an expensive markup for soda from a can. As for the food, the taste of the fake rib patty was much better than the appearance which looked rather flat and plain. It was hard to distinguish that plant-based ingredients were used. The fries were okay, not the crispiest. We did receive a small tasting cup of the Mr. FluffHead as we finished our meal. This was their plant-based ice cream with a little bit of caramel topping added. The texture wasn't as smooth as regular ice cream, but that was to be expected. I rounded my rating to a four star level because the service was very pleasant. read more

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Mr. Charlie's is a new addition to the PB neighborhood! I came by this morning excited to see what it's all about with being plant based. Upon coming in, what stood out is the fun theme similar to Mickey D's with the striking red and yellow decor, lighting, and happy meal looking boxes they place the orders in. I inquired about the Tuesday special and was excited to try it, but I was a bit confused (and bummed) because the Mr. Charlie's Instagram story showed it included two nuggets. My order just had a hamburger and fries. Guess I'll have to come back and try their nuggets next time! The food was tasty and flavorful! I was able to try their chuck sauce which is similar to Big Mac sauce/thousand island/animal spread. On my way out the gentleman working was kind and offered a sample of their dessert Mr.FluffHead their plant-based ice cream. Overall, a fun concept and similar tastes and textures to the OG Golden Arches. read more

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MAKE A CARNIVORE WANT TO EAT MORE VEGAN (4.75 stars) "The vegan McDonalds" is turning me away from the fast food I grew up with to a healthier and cleaner alternative without losing too much of that taste that we all have grown up to love. - FOOD: surprisingly good - PRICE: eating "healthy" isn't cheap in America - SERVICE: excellent - AMBIANCE: can't miss it with its bright red and yellow presence on the block First Mr. Charlie's in San Diego! As I've heard two more locations plan to open (in Hillcrest and Little Italy). KID FROWNY ($11.99) - ordered with a cheese burger, came with 2 chicken nuggets, small fry, and small drink. Side of sweet and sour sauce. Perfect introductory meal if you are not yet familiar with Mr. Charlie's. The cheese burger definitely tasted like a McD cheeseburger without that strong taste of onions and pickles and gooey-er "cheese". The texture was very soft. I could do without the chicken nuggets as they did indeed taste "planty" and an after taste that wasn't favored to my pallet even after dunking them in the sweet and sour sauce. The fries are a definitely win for me, tasted exactly like McD French fries with less sodium and grease. I had left over fries and ate them 30m later and they do get stale just as McD fries. Breakfast and Lunch menu served the entire day (open to close). Hours after soft opening will be from 9 - 10pm and midnight on weekends. When I came it was soft opening, so a lot of kinks are still being ironed out. They don't have a fountain machine yet and my beverage was a canned soda (I'm ok with that). I wanted to order a Sundae but the machine was broken or not working. I guess it calls for another visit soon! Looking forward to ordering their version of the Big Mac meal as I heard that was the most popular meal being ordered during their soft opening. Will def be back! Until the next review... read more

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This is such a cute place. As soon as you walk in you get this nostalgic feeling that reminds you of what it was like to be a kid and getting a happy meal from McDonald's only if this is a healthier version. Once you walk in, it's very bright and the customer service is great. The food is so fresh as if the experience couldn't get better as soon as you eat the food it is just so delicious and flavorful. From the moment you walk in to sitting down to enjoy your food it's such an experience and I would definitely recommend this for any of my vegan or vegetarian friends. Was very excited to find out that this was a black owned restaurant. I can't wait to come back and support. Update : second time coming i did order through yelp (grub hub) id advise against online ordering you won't receive your order. There was another lady here who ordered online and had the same issue. We had to call for a refund and order and wait here. Inconvenient if you're in a rush. read more

Mr Charlie’s - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

When my wife and I found out that Mr. Charlie's soft opening is happening right now (grand opening is February 7th) we jumped in our car and made the quick trip down the 5 to PB. My wife ordered the Not a Cheeseburger and fries, and I ordered the Mr. Muffin Deluxe. Friendly service and there were maybe 8 other people coming and going while we waited for our order. Understanding that this is a soft opening, a little feedback for improvement: -- My Mr. Muffin Deluxe tasted strongly of burnt grease -- a very bitter aftertaste that lingered. Maybe the crew needs to clean off the grill more often or more thoroughly? In addition, most of the cheese on my sandwich leaked out onto the wrapper, which I then had to scrape off to eat. -- There was a sign out front advertising Thursdays as "Free Fries Day" or something like that. When I asked for my free fries, I was told that there was some fine print on the sign saying that free fries only come with the purchase of a Mr. Sunday -- not regular burgers. That was a disappointment. Otherwise, all good. My wife liked her Not a Cheeseburger and (not free) fries, and we were given (free) samples of a vanilla ice creamish dessert with caramel which was quite good. Also, it's great that the breakfast sandwiches are always available -- that's not the case at Plant Power, which has been our go-to for vegan fast-food burgers and fries. We'll be back after the grand opening and see if things improve in the grill department. Always happy when a new vegan place opens -- hope they stick around. read more

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Mr Charlie has a very cool theme, and it's awesome to have a plant based fast food joint in the area! The menu packs a punch with various offerings. I had - Mr Royal with Cheese - Mr Rack - Mr Muffin Deluxe - Not Chicken Nuggets While I enjoyed all of them, except the Mr Rack, flavors didn't have as much of a wow factor to them. The service was quick despite the number of customers, and prices feel more affordable than other places! I'd come back here for the Mr Rack, but perhaps not for the other items that I had. read more

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So glad this opened my fiancee and I have been dying to try it. Honestly we had high expectations and they were MET. The decor is so cute and vibrant and there's a perfect picture spot outside because let's be real, we love our Instagramable moments. The service was quick and really helpful. All staff we interacted with were very kind and more then generous to us. Now the food. I am impressed. I've never had a vegan burger so tender, juicy, and well seasoned. If you didn't tell me it was vegan, I doubt I would have known. The fries also have that beautiful salty flavor to them that I love from fast food fries. We got a not a cheese burger frowny meal for 15 dollars, so about standard fast food prices. We will 100% be back to try more of the menu as well as their daily deals! No photos of the food because we ate it too quickly. So that's saying something. read more

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Abbie was the best. Great energy and made me excited for my food. Mr Charlie is lucky to have her

This place is incredible!! You can eat without a guilty conscious! The food is amazing, vegan or not.

Super friendly service! The burgers were nostalgic and just right. The cheesy sauce is a mess but totally worth it

If you're a vegan and miss fast food, this place is a must! I've gotten the burger, nuggets, tots, and a breakfast sandwich and everything has been great! The decor is also cool. read more

Mr Charlie’s - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

The food here is very delicious and the staff is super friendly. They have daily deals that make a lot of bang for the buck too. Pretty cool to have the Mcdonalds menu but all vegan an IMO better tasting read more

Bomb food! Great service! I got the burger, nuggets & ice cream & everything was freaking delicious. I'll definitely be back. I'm excited to try their breakfast. read more

What a find! Great service and A fun take on the McDonald's menu's except the top plant-based! This speaks to my vegan heart! Totally fun here and the ice cream soft serve was amazing. read more

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Vegan Delights in a Welcoming Space: Fast Food Done Right! Jaylan welcomed us warmly & quickly took our order. Mr. Charlie's delivered on both flavor & peace of mind. The cheeseburger was fresh, filling, & delicious, with a soft sesame seed bun & all the satisfaction of classic comfort food--without the unpleasant reminder that no animals were involved. The crispy, familiar textures make it easy to forget you're eating entirely plant-based. And the non-dairy soft serve sundae? Mr. Charlie's Mr. Fluff Head is absolutely delicious & not to be missed. A fun, satisfying vegan experience that makes compassionate eating easy. read more

Mr Charlie’s - Jr Cheesebuger - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

Great place if you don't eat meat but want that fast food, McDonald's style fix. The fries are excellent. Service was nice. Seating available, indoors and out. Everything is a bit pricey to me. read more

Staff is very kind, we sat outside and they got our dogs a water bowl. Breakfast sandwich was soooo good, same with the tots. Lots of yummy sauces to choose from. It's also really cute inside. The price is half of what I spend at Plant Power.. so I'll definitely be back! read more

Mr Charlie’s - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Yum. So good. Delicious burgers. I think I literally inhaled mine. I will definitely be back. I also love all of the fun options they offer. Burgers are great, however Their chicken sandwiches are so dry . Even after I added sauce at home. Those are not good. read more

Bright place, friendly staff. Food, not too crazy about it. I would say it was more flavorful than the chicken sandwich.. but both were kind of mushy, and neither had a distinctive taste. read more

Our favorite vegan fast food restaurant award goes to... Whenever we visited Los Angeles over the last couple years, my husband and I always made time to stop off at our favorite vegan fast food restaurant: MR CHARLIE'S! When we found out Mr Charlie's was opening TWO locations in San Diego, it's an understatement to say we were ECSTATIC! We love any of the frowny meals. Any combo that sounds good to you - just get it! It's guaranteed to be delicious and hit the spot. Ambiance is so cute with the red & yellow theme. And service is great. Don't forget the soft serve! read more

Mr Charlie’s - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Place was awesome!! I came here on a whim and it hits. Im not a vegan fella but Im glad I stopped by randomly

Hayden was so patient with me for my 1st time visiting from LA. Also Abbie was very friendly and great customer service. As a vegan of 11 years I will be back next San Diego trip! 10/10 read more

Food was okay, service was very good. Restaurant was very busy but food quality came out good. For how busy it was.

Absolutely delicious! I got the Mr. Chuck deluxe meal to go and everything was tasty. I got extra bbq and Mr. Chuck sauce, which I highly recommend. The fries were perfectly salted and the right mix of crispy and kinda soft. It was all hot and the wait time was minimal. Staff was very kind and helpful. Facility was clean. read more

This place just opened up in the heart of Hillcrest, and the theming of the restaurant is on point. I love the aesthetic, and the merch is so cute. The food is bomb, and im not even vegan. I would recommend ordering the chicken sandwich and ordering it extra crispy, and try the chicken nuggets. read more

Mr Charlie’s - The restaurant - Vegetarian Near Me - San Diego, California

This was not lunch, this was a culinary diss track. The patty was crazy juicy, the bun was softer than a PAWG, and the sauce tasted like it was engineered by flavor scientists who quit Big Fast Food on moral grounds. Every bite unlocked that nostalgic McDonald's flavor profile from childhood, except with no dead cows and no cholesterol. read more

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