The food was quite tasty and we appreciate that there is a vegan option close to where we live. Kudos!

As far as vegan restaurants go, PLANTA is hands down the best I've experienced. I stepped outside of my comfort zone and tried several things I wouldn't normally order, and I loved every single bite. The Caesar salad was incredible so much so that I genuinely think they should bottle and sell that dressing in stores. And the raspberry cheesecake? It absolutely gave me life. It was rich, creamy, and so delicious that I'm still thinking about it. For our entrées, we ordered the Hawaiian pizza, spicy rigatoni, and spaghetti carbonara. While everything was good, the pizza and the rigatoni were my clear favorites. I also tried their sushi and was pleasantly surprised by how much it resembled traditional sushi in both texture and flavor. It was a fun and delicious experience. What impressed me most was the quality and creativity of the menu. There's truly something for everyone, whether you're vegan or not. The restaurant itself feels bright, airy, and inviting. It's the kind of place where you can easily gather with friends, family, or even enjoy a date night. The service was excellent, and our server was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu. PLANTA has definitely changed my perception of vegan dining. read more

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We decided to finally try this spot after a month of debating...so we made our way out there during rush hour ( I knoww) to hopefully enjoy a meal. While I am not a vegan or vegetarian my friend is....and I wanted them to enjoy the evening. The space is actually right next to the paid parking garage, so minimal walking. The restaurant is beautiful inside and the outside seating is probably lovely at night. Why the 1 star review? We were seated decided on a meal and no one came to even offer house water. Were they busy? There were only 5 people in the restaurant...including me and my friend! One lady dining alone...worked there. We stayed for a bit hoping to at least get served ....nothing. As we left, the staff who were grouped by the kitchen/bar bid us adieu (bye). Didn't feel welcomed....not the Bethesda I grew up in. Smh read more

Where do I start with this gem of a restaurant? I have lived in the area for nearly 11 years and I've dined in Bethesda more than a few times. I have walked past this restaurant a more than a few times but never have experienced it before. I use the word experience because it was an experience. I am not a vegan but that doesn't matter when you come here. From the moment we entered the establishment it gave off a Scandi, but friendly vibe. We were greeted by a young man with wonderful hair! You know who you are. He gave us menus, explained to us a little bit about the restaurant and allowed us to take our time. After looking through the menu, we decided to sit down. He went to prepare our table, then showed us to a wonderful outdoor seating area. Our server, Ava came out to great us . She was just fabulous and assisting us to try a little bit of everything. She had high praise for the chef and she was right. She was both courteous and friendly. We visited during happy hour. We had two drinks. My honey had Apreol spritz and I had a Mezcal maybe. Both drinks were delicious and well-made. Next came the delicious food. We had the kimchi baos, spicy tuna maki roll, the spicy tuna hand roll, and the summer roll. The last thing we ordered was the udon noodles. All of the food was delicious, but I must say that the udon noodles were a standout. The noodles were cooked to perfection and the creamy sauce gave me my first food epiphany! We didn't try everything on the menu, but I'm sure there are more delicious gems to be had. If you are in the Bethesda area and want vegan food that is full of flavor and deliciousness? This would be my first choice... And I'm not even a vegan! read more

Planta in Bethesda had some really creative sushi options, which were definitely the highlight of the meal. They were fresh, presentation was good and enjoyable. While the main dishes were a bit milder in flavor than I was expecting, the overall experience was still great. read more

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I am not vegetarian or vegan at all. That being said, I enjoyed my visit to PLANTA. I ordered their carbonara and it was delicious and satisfying. I am so glad my 5-year-old picky-eater found something she likes....avocado roll! I would like to visit again to try some other menu next time :) read more

PLANTA Bethesda - Carbonara - Vegetarian Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

A couple of our vegetarian friends really wanted to try Planta, and so we decided to hold our Friday night date night there. (Yes, we bring friends with us on date night. We are weird.) Although my husband and I are omnivores we appreciate good plant based food, and since many had said it was good, we had high hopes. Fortunately, Planta lived up to our expectations. We made reservations, since we'd heard it can be hard to get a table. Even though it was a Friday night, we could have gotten a table. But, it was also raining so that might have contributed to lower traffic. We ended up getting a bunch of food to share: Spinach & artichoke dip Bang Bang Broccoli Thousand layer potatoes Spicy Tuna Roll Volcano Roll Red Dragon Roll Unagi Nigiri (I didn't try this one, but everyone else raved about it) My husband had the Emperor's Old Fashioned, friends had the Lych Please and the Pom and Get It. I, as designated driver, had a Cosmic Colada followed by the House Mint Lemonade (and I had a sip of the Lych Please just to taste it.) My favorites were the Bang Bang Broccoli, the Spicy Tuna Roll, and to my surprise, the Thousand Layer Potatoes. I also loved the House Mint Lemonade. The broccoli managed to not actually taste like broccoli, it tasted like Fried with Peanut Sauce. (No, there is not a missing word there. It tasted like Fried.) I usually don't get excited about potatoes unless they are twice baked or the amazing potato salad from Polka deli, but these potatoes were actually really good. Sliced, layered, not exactly crispy except on the edges, but super tasty much to my surprise. I'd actually order them again. The Spicy Tuna Roll tasted nothing like tuna, nor did it taste like watermelon per se but it was delicious. The notes of coconut probably played a role in my assessment. Folks in general were less enamored of the Volcano roll than the other dishes and I concurred. It wasn't bad, it just was lackluster compared to the others. It tasted kind of like a salad dressed with a lack of oomph. While I personally liked the spinach & artichoke dip, the folks in the party who aren't coconut-o-philes thought it had too much of a coconut taste. I've never met a coconut I didn't like though so this didn't bother me. I would order the Lych Please if I weren't driving, it was good - sweet but not too sweet. The Cosmic Colada wasn't bad but I probably wouldn't order it again either. It had less of the coconut flavor than I hoped for and a lot more just "juice" flavor. If I'm not driving next time I'll just suck down the house mint lemonades instead. All in all, it was good. I'd definitely come back and order some of these items again and hopefully try some others. I absolutely will bring my close vegan friend here next time she's in town! read more

Food was absolutely delicious--some of the best things I've ever tried! Our table agreed that the dishes didn't need to be named after existing dishes that traditionally feature meat--these dishes were different and can stand just as easily on their own!Service would have been 5/5 but one diner ordered a second glass of wine that never made it to the table. Restaurant did remove it from the bill before bringing it though, which doesn't always happen.All in all a perfect night! read more

Initial note: We ordered off the Savor Bethesda menu, but all the items are on the regular menu too. 4.5 stars Really loved our belated valentines dinner at Planta. Neither of us are vegan or vegetarian, but we had a lot of fun. The food was awesome. Planta is very easy to get to too (see note about parking down at the end). Just a note that the online and in person "savor bethesda" menu has the wrong cheesecake listed for desert. It's a berry one, not Key Lime. Hits: honestly everything. The Dragon Roll App is really tasty and we were very impressed by the vegan-ness of the sushi. The Summer rolls, which we added on our own, were really fresh and tasty. The tater tots were so wonderfully, lightly crispy and I loved the kimchi and the other accoutrements . Our mains: the vodka pizza and Carbonara were also amazing. I'm a bit of a carbonara snob and I was really impressed by the creaminess and flavors of the dish. We also really liked our mocktails and the berry cheesecake desert. But: While the Chocolate Brownie desert was simply really nice. We definitely plan or coming back/ ordering again via delivery etc. Note: There's plenty of parking nearby, a garage on Elm street and even the Bethesda Row garage right down the street too. read more

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I tried a bite of Chili crab noodles and they were REALLY good! I had another dish at a separate PLANTA that I also liked, but this dish lowkey might be better. The udon noodles were ok. They were very coconutty and creamy but the taste was not something I'd really like to eat a lot of. So not a fan. read more

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Planta of course is all vegan and the food is very good, just super expensive and staff are not always friendly. My daughter has a service dog and they wouldn't let her in without documentation despite her dog's vest. Daughter had to dig through her email and produce a Dr's note. I guess they have to be careful but they have to find a way to do that that avoids guest humiliation. Another time we had reservations for Valentine's Day and they had overbooked so they turned us away at the door. Would have appreciated a phone call in advance. Left us in a tough spot with our guests, which really stung. Another time we had a fantastic waiter who made our dinner very special. So I find them undependable. That combined with their high prices keeps me mostly away. read more

When we arrived for our reservation, we were seated almost immediately. After we were seated, the dining area got crowded. The ambiance was aesthetically pleasing. Our waitress was cordial and friendl, she took our beverage orders. We ordered some blueberry mocktails and water. We ordered the spaghettini carbonara, chick'n fried mushrooms, cauliflower wings, and korean chick'n sandwich with fries. Everything exceeded my expectations. The food was flavorful and good quality. It was such a great experience that I am looking forward to visiting again. read more

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I love sushi, and was dining with a vegan. Planta was the middle ground. Granted I was apprehensive about the menu because I love seafood, I decided to try something different. The menu was interesting. I had watermelon sushi! The texture was not to my liking, but they really did make it look like the real deal. I also had the chick'n and waffles. That was delicious. The drinks were good. It was almost a five star experience, but I left feeling somewhat unfulfilled. I think I was missing animal protein, and it was no fault of the restaurant. The restaurant is light and airy. I like the nearby parking garage for convenience. Service was great. The bar area was beautiful and I can see myself stopping by for drinks when in the area. read more

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Came here this past weekend with my cousin who is vegan and we both love this place! The food is so fresh and good and the drinks are BOMB as well. The ambiance makes you feel like you're in a jungle with all kinds of healthy food. If you are a huge sushi fan, you will definitely love theirs. And even if you aren't a huge fan of sushi, I would still try theirs! The "Dragon Roll" is my favorite and if you're a novice, try that one first. You will not be disappointed read more

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Wow! Plant based- you'd never know it! I think this is the best carbonara I've ever had in my life. Can't wait to come here again when I'm in town! read more

Thought I'd roam outside my little box. I can't say I've been to an exclusive vegan restaurant before, but I think it went well and I would go back. Hitmakers: Crispy Rice, Bang Bang Broccoli, Spaghetti Carbonara Lackluster: my Emperor's Old Fashion, Tater tots, and their dessert selection. Decor was modern. Service was great: we had someone in training and someone guiding him, both were fine with us. We went on a cold winter day and it was Freezing inside, despite moving from a periphery spot to the middle of the restaurant. Please, please someone turn on the heat! We got 2 drinks and that still didn't warm us up! read more

Planta Bethesda really impressed me. We came for happy hour and everything was delicious -- I had a cocktail, two rolls, and a couple of small plates and left completely full. With tip, it worked out to about $27 a person, which felt like a great value for the quality and portions. The space is modern and inviting with both indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outside and loved the relaxed vibe, then walked around the neighborhood afterward -- lots of great little shops and a fun area to explore. My first visit to Bethesda, but definitely not my last! read more

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Best French Toast of 2026 and the year just got started! Had a Sunday Funday equipped with a lovely macchiato, beautifully adorned French toast, and fried mushrooms. A friend of ours delighted us later with Espresso Martinis made with Mezcal for a little twist. Our server was polite, attentive, and fun! The brunch ambiance got revved up after 1pm, so make sure to have reservations! read more

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This place just never disappoints. The service is wonderful and the food is always so flavorful. It's food that I can't replicate at home, so so love coming here. We came here for happy hour and tried a bunch of dishes. My favorite was the eggplant unagi, crispy rice, and the bao bun. We also got the fried cauliflower and the chick'n fingers. They were both good as well. For dinner I got the spaghetti carbonara. There is soenthing about the texture of the dish that is addictive to me. I love the almond sauce and the mushroom bacon. My friend for the udon dish and it was very mushroom heavy. I thought it was good but wouldn't be ny go to. She loved it. read more

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Our server Steven was exceptional. He was very attentive even while training new staff. We celebrated a birthday and Steven was quite entertaining making the night even that more enjoyable. Special thanks to Steven for providing top tier service. I will say the volcano rolls was a bit on the bland side as I have ordered them before and the taste was completely different this time. I recommend revisiting consistency with the recipe. read more

PLANTA Bethesda - Toffee Sticky Pudding - Vegetarian Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Not gonna lie I was skeptical of vegan food but Planta was very good. Would give it 4.5 stars if I could. The spicy rigatoni could have passed for non-vegan, it was so creamy. The more I ate the bang bang broccoli, the more I thought I was eating fried chicken. The firecracker roll was alright, but nonetheless excitingly vegan Parking in a garage right around the block corner is a great plus. read more

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This was my first time going to a vegan restaurant and eating a completely vegan/plant based meal and I really enjoyed it. The food was SO good. The restaurant was super cute and vibey. Our server was a sweetheart and super kind. My favorite dish was actually the carbonara pasta (not pictured) and the Japanese sweet potato hand roll. I would definitely go back and I want to try one their other pasta dishes which I heard is also really good. For someone who doesn't eat regularly plant based meals - I was initially skeptical and nervous because I was worried like oh my food needs some sort of meat to compliment. But trust you really don't and you can enjoy a super yummy and delicious meal without it. read more

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Love how planta innovated their menu to make sushi that still tastes great as plant based dishes. I personally love the unagi eggplant the most and my husband loves their layered potatoes. They also have maki mondays which are great for tasting a variety of their maki rolls. read more

PLANTA Bethesda - Vegetarian Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Ok I'll have to give this place a try again. The manager was kind enough to consider modifying my dish, but I think the kitchen messed up. But from what I ate, this bowl was delicious. The potatoes were so good with the pink sauce provided (not sure the name). The guac and pico were delish too with the provided tortilla chips. My biggest issue was the portion. This was an over $20 dish and I don't believe the quantity was reflective of such. Especially for a vegan dish..... the manager though was kind enough to refund me for the kitchen messed up. I was pleasantly surprised at how cute this place was (shows how much I expect from a vegan spot lol) looks like a great place for happy hour. read more

PLANTA Bethesda - AL PASTOR BOWL (modified?) - Vegetarian Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Planta is one of those rare spots that keeps me coming back--despite the fact that neither my partner nor I are vegan. I've visited locations in Miami and Toronto, and each time I'm blown away by how creative and delicious plant-based food can be. Most recently, we stopped by for their Maki Monday special (which is such a great deal, by the way), and shared several different rolls along with the nachos to start. Everything was flavorful, beautifully plated, and so satisfying that we genuinely didn't miss the meat or dairy one bit. The menu is full of inventive takes on familiar favorites, which makes it fun to explore even if you're not strictly plant-based. Whether you're vegan, veggie-curious, or just love good food, Planta is a go-to. read more

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We were genuinely excited to dine at what has always been one of our favorite restaurants, Planta. Unfortunately, this experience was beyond disappointing -- it was shocking. We walked in and sat at an entirely empty bar. At the time, there were only about five tables occupied in the entire restaurant, yet approximately fifteen employees -- including two managers -- were on the floor. Despite this, we sat there completely ignored for over ten minutes while staff stood around chatting and moving about. Eventually, the bartender approached, dropped off water and menus, and immediately walked away without another word. It then took another ten minutes before she finally returned to take our order. At that point, we were already considering leaving because of how blatantly ignored we felt, but we stayed solely because we've always loved Planta's food. She took our full order, including cocktails and food. Fifteen more minutes passed. Another employee had joined the bartender behind the bar making drinks, yet we still had received absolutely nothing -- no cocktails, no appetizers, nothing. During this time, a table seated behind us after we arrived had already received both drinks and food. We were completely flabbergasted. I finally walked to the host stand and asked to speak with a manager. One of the managers was passing by, and when informed that I wanted to speak with her, her response was simply, "Yeah, give me a sec," before walking away. Mind you, the restaurant was still relatively empty, and we remained the only two people seated at the bar. The level of disregard was honestly unbelievable. After feeling thoroughly ignored and disrespected for nearly an hour, we decided to leave. As we got up, my friend told the bartender, "We're leaving because we haven't received anything," to which she casually responded, "Oh, you didn't get any food?" What stunned us most was that we never even received our cocktails. This entire experience was INSANE. We were prepared to spend well over $200 that evening, and instead we walked out feeling disrespected, invisible, and honestly saddened by how far the restaurant's service has declined. I truly hope the owners of Planta are aware of what an absolute disaster this restaurant experience has become. read more

Another divine meal at the BEST restaurant! Flavors are spectacular. Service top notch. Restaurant is immaculate. No better meal or experience. Can't wait to return. Jack, Maya, Diana- thank you so very much read more

Planta is my favorite vegan restaurant in the DMV due to its variety and freshness. I dined here during the Savor Bethesda Restaurant Week and got an amazing deal! I tried the summer rolls, the house burger, and a his giant cookie with ice cream for only $20!! I sat at the bar and my bartender was attentive and friendly. However, I did enjoy my mojito more from a previous visit versus how she made it. The summer rolls were tasty, but the peanut sauce they came with was a little watery for my taste. My burger was delicious and I loved how I could tell the patty was made from fresh and real ingredients. The fries were also perfectly crisp! My least favorite was the cookie. It tasted a little off to me and definitely needed the ice cream. read more

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I came here with my friend and we had a wonderful customer experience. The service, the food, and the touch of class in this restaurant were all amazing. We ordered the cauliflower appetizer and it was an excellent choice! Each bite was tasty and light - not greasy as one might anticipate. I ordered the poke bowl, and it was super delightful, flavorful, and very filling! My friend ordered a vegetarian burger with fries, and he enjoyed it very much. We also ordered the non-alcoholic drinks which were presented beautifully and very refreshing. This restaurant is a cut above other restaurants in both the service and the quality and creativity involved in making vegetarian dishes. The dishes are not only filling, but also very palatable and versatile! My poke bowl was the best poke bowl I'd ever had, and it was purely vegetarian! We will be back! read more

Well well well... this is my first time entering planta... rest assured.... I'll be back to meow around. Immediately the greenery reminded me of the freedom of being outdoors.... In my natural state as a wild animal. But you have to be reminded... this is all vegan.... I was greeted cheerfully and felt extremely welcomed. The lighting in the room, the green plants everywhere and the choice of furniture was . Now the food.... We ordered the Hawaiian pizza and poke bowl with tofu (shoutout all tofu lovers - u r seen) The Hawaiian pizza was flavorful and juicy. Everything you could have ever dreamed of. I almost sucked off a paw pad! Can you believe that? The onion on it was an amazing touch and crunch! Worth it. The poke bowl had a lot going on but it all came together very well!! From the crispy tofu to the crunchy seaweed I was ready to do a flip off a wall. Worth your pretty penny me thinks read more

PLANTA Bethesda - POKE BOWL - Vegetarian Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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The service was great but food was average. The quality of food was not as good as other planta locations. Favorite was the spicy tuna roll, I would go back for the sushi happy hour. read more

My brother is vegan and has told me about Planta for years. I'm kicking off the year by limiting meat so figured Planta would be the perfect place for a Friday night dinner. My partner and I did not have reservations and even though the restaurant was busy, they were able to seat us immediately. We ordered the bang bang broccoli, 1000 layer potatoes, ahi watermelon nigiri, and two bao sliders to start. Everything came out quickly and was so filling that we decided to split the burger as our main with a Caesar salad. All of the food was delicious and we left both full and satisfied. My favorites were the bang bang broccoli and ahi nigiri. As I drink, we ordered the cucumber mule and I ordered one of the brez social tonic drinks. Both drinks were wonderful sipping mocktails. Service was friendly and efficient. We will definitely return and check out the other area locations. I'm looking forward to trying out more of the 'sushi' menu. read more

PLANTA Bethesda - Vegetarian Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

I've visited twice now! Once in November and again a few days ago. As a true meat eater, I can say this place is hypnotizing. Every single thing we ordered was filling and unique. While you could taste slight differences, I never felt like any ingredient was lacking. The setting and decor is so warm and peaceful. The servers are always pleasant. My absolute favorite things are the rainbow roll, Hawaiian pizza, spinach dip, and udon noodles. I don't think I'd ever get tired of this place. read more

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I came here a little while ago and finally catching up with reviews. Planta was having "seafood" month and I got the miso tofu salmon. Heavens was this good!!! They cut the tofu so that it could have the same salmon flaking. The flavor and textures were amazing. Much better than I had imagined!! The service was attentive and courteous. Our group of 6 felt cared for. The facilities, including restrooms, were trendy, somewhat fancy. Parking in this area is challenging but they have some paid garages, paid street parking nearby. Planta is overall vegan, and they are very delicious and flavorful and filling! Read that again. Even though I am not vegan, I really loved it. In fact, most of my group were not vegan and they also loved it. So non-vegans- don't be afraid to try it out! Really! As with everything these days, the prices are going up and for Planta, it's on par with a non-vegan restaurant, so it's not a place I could frequent often due to budget constraints in this recent economy. However, if budget is no constraint, I could easily see myself becoming a regular! Verdict: I liked this particular Planta very much and I do recommend people (including carnivores and omnivores) to check it out. As for myself- I hope to come during happy hour sometime to snag some deals! read more

This place is delicious and incredibly popular, so make reservations at the busiest times or prepare to wait. They have a bar area, too, so if you're going in solo just for the incredible offerings, that is an excellent choice. Their libations are plentiful, as well as seasonal and festive. The staff are well versed in all the ingredients to help you navigate personal preferences, predilections and prohibitions. The prices are steep, but the food quality is on par with the prices, service and contemporary offerings. This is not your boring vegan cafe with burgers and salads. Their pizzas and sushi are maybe the most popular table items. The pizzas can be made gluten free. My only concern is I always want more, and pizzas can only be ordered in one size. They have many options to choose from, but sometimes the simplest seems the best - Vodka pizza! I've had it twice and just don't want another one. Their appetizers are fabulously flavored. I noticed almost every table orders the bang bang broccoli and /or the kelp Caesar. The broccoli is deep fried tempura style if you ask me, but the sauces are very different with a peanut spicy duo sauce smothering these florets. When you bite in, the bright fresh green of the broccoli balances the rich sauces. The 1,000 layer potatoes have a sweet touch to them that we weren't expecting, but it's a creative dish, so, enjoy the unique plating. I have yet to try the pasta offerings, but am dying to do so another time. Having tired a bunch of sushi, I'm happy with what they have from torched and pressed to spicy tuna and crispy rice, they are delicious. This is a great choice for a fancy evening meal or a treat yourself lunch. The food is so good, that I cannot ever just order the normal meal amount, which is why I can't just go her for a normal meal but must make it special to justify ordering twice as much food as normally eaten for my meals. Bonus: leftovers! read more

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Maki Mondays = a great deal! All you can eat of the maki rolls on the menu after 5pm for $29! It's amazing how they make all these vegan rolls taste like the real thing. Very inventive. Would like to try the pasta. Beautiful interior as well! read more

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I came here while my car charged and am glad I did! I am allergic to seafood and am dairy free. This is a great alternative. The sushi was so good! The chai latte was a bit too spicy. It took them a long time to make it but the waitress comped it. I give them a 4 because I was there alone, and it took them a good 20 minutes to come and take my order. Everyone else seemed to be attended to right away. So that was weird. Other than that I will return. The food was just so good. read more

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Planta is definitely delicious, but I do think the flavor profiles start to feel repetitive after going a few times. It's also pretty expensive, which is why we usually stick to their Maki Monday deal -- unlimited maki rolls and crispy rice for a set price. Honestly, I wouldn't be as excited to return on a non-Monday. Favorites: - Torched & Pressed - my go-to. Fantastic truffle flavor with perfectly ripe avocado. That said, there's been inconsistency lately with the amount of rice. When they use less, the truffle shines -- but recently the extra rice has drowned it out. - Crispy Rice - amazing. Super crisp base with toppings that pair perfectly. - Dragon Roll - tasty and well-executed, but the flavor can get a little boring after a while. - Red Dragon Roll - least favorite; the texture just didn't work for me. Service has always been decent, no complaints there. Definitely recommend sitting inside -- the outdoor area isn't as nice with people constantly walking by. Overall, I really enjoy Maki Monday and think it's worth it, but outside of that deal, the prices are a little hard to justify. read more

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I wish I could give it a zero star since we did not even get food here. I was really looking forward to trying this place out, but we were not told of their policy of only vegan Cake. We came here to celebrate my friends birthday dinner and had brought in a cake that was vegetarian, but because it was not vegan, we were asked to take the cake out of the restaurant. When we asked to speak to the manager, they did not seem at all apologetic or try to make amends for this so-called policy. When we called to book the reservation that it was a birthday dinner, there was no mention of their so-called vegan policy. read more

I would eat here again, as someone who consumes meat. My wife and I were here with another couple for dinner; they had picked it, and I believe it was for an approximation to kosher rather than as vegan per se. But every dish was delicious. I need no persuading: just as there is ample evidence that protein that comes from animals can be prepared as an unappetizing meal, so too protein that comes from plants can be made into a scrumptious treat. I have since learned that Planta is a chain. I tried another venue, and it also met the same standard. Some items are imitations, i.e., beef, chick'n, or carbonara. Other options are what they are, in their own right. All of it was great. We had the Baby Gem with Green Godess and the Pad Thai Slaw. We had the Bang Bang Broccoli and the Cripsy Gyoza. We also had multiple "sushi" choices. I can say I'd be ready to try it all again. There a few of their offerings that tempt me even further, such as the Reuben. I intend to try it. When I come to a place such as Planta, I realize I need to be a better person. I do not mean devouring less meat for ethical reasons, though that too. I mean out of self interest, which ought to be compelling if the other arguments are not, I need to have smaller portions and more food based on plants. The catch is some of what is here is quite processed. That is in the nature of the matter: if you want a simulation of meat, that requires exertion to transform the plant. The wait staff also is well trained. They are solicitous. Everyone should have to serve at some point (and nobody should be relegated to that for life). It instills courtesy and discipline. read more