Great shakes, bean burritos w/options, and tostadas! Why does Yelp demand so many characters to leave a review? Only 3 stars for Yelp, lol! read more

-The hummus wrap was so nice. -Also go some fresh juice. -Definitely will stop by when I am nearby. read more

Busy, homey and hippie-ish. Loved the atmosphere. Food came fast for me, even though the place was hoppin'! We ordered the tempeh taco, the jackfruit street tacos and the Asian Slaw. I loved all the IDEAS on the menu, but I thought that the execution was poor, in terms of flavors and portion size, though everything looked good. For background, I have been a vegetarian for 40 years, and love tempeh/tofu/salad and veggies. Let me explain... The Asian Slaw was good tasting, with almonds and sunflower seeds dotting the top of the cabbage/carrot/veganaise slaw, and even small, fresh chunks of citrus. But, it was enough for a family of six! I ate about a cup, had five cups left over, took some in a take home container and still left a cup on the plate b/c the container was full. If I had been making that salad, I would have put only half the veganaise and a few more drops of lemon juice and maybe some sesame oil. I got it home, but it was too wilted by that point to eat. Also, maybe this is intended for sharing, but a third of that portion would have been plenty to share. The jackfruit tacos had a "jackfruit taco filling" in them. I don't really think that jackfruit is a good meat substitute b/c though it has the stringiness of meat, it is missing every other good thing (that I remember) about meat. So, good effort trying to give it flavor or texture, but next time, go WAY LIGHTER ON THE VINEGAR AND SALT! I put some Asian Slaw in mine, since the salsa was really salty and didn't complement the filling. A good hot thin tomatillo sauce with more onions and cilantro could complement the delicious tortillas they have... that yellow corn flavor. The "tempeh" taco had a flavorless, tough, cold flour/corn mixture tortilla underneath a tempeh/quinoa mash, underneath a mountain of salad. Luckily, my husband loves salad, and made his way through the salad to the mash. I was expecting cubes of baked or fried tempeh, seasoned with some nice dressing. The mash tasted all right, but wasn't hot or cold and not that attractive for a taco filling. In my opinion, they should stick with the classics, (corn or wheat) not invent a tortilla that lacks the graces of either of the originals, and toughens up on the plate under all that salad. Okay, unasked for, but I make a great tempeh filling for tacos/enchiladas/burritos. Roast small cubes of potato or sweet potato Oil, salt and lemon on tempeh cubes, roast or fry with diced onion. Add sunflower seeds if desired. Stick that in a taco. Looks and tastes great. I may go back... the guy before me got the last buckwheat pancake... next time! read more

Really solid vegetarian and vegan dining. Plus, their menu was allergen friendly so everyone in my family could safely order something to eat. We all loved our dishes and didn't leave anything left on our plates. Would definitely come back the next time we are in Morro Bay. read more

En route back to the Madonna Inn I was famished. My breakfast earlier was meager, especially after the energy I expelled traipsing about Hearst Castle like a giddy lad. Yelp research said a tiny health food store in the land of Morro Bay had a cafe that would suit my vegan needs. Word had the tempeh tacos were to die for and I was soothed by the news, tempeh is my favorite incarnation of soy. I burst in demanding tacos with a quickness but instead was greeted with the tragic news that Sundays they do not provide the full menu... WHAT? I was aghast. I'm borderline Somalia level starving here and had been fantasizing about these tacos for an hour. The two brothers behind the counter passed me their apologies, evidently that's just the way of the hours here. I cried, feeling my stomach cave to the enzymes tossing around naught but some leftover fragments of almond. "Well, we have some pretty good salads going on, made up with items fresh from the farmers market." *wipes away tears on sleeve, dabs at snot dripping nose* "... what kind of salad..." "An avocado olive nut pâté, persimmons, some pineapple guavas, pink radishes, dried olives..." the list went on, capped with a homemade vinaigrette. *pretends he wasn't crying and merely had dust in his eyes* "Yea, hah. No problem, I didn't want tacos anyway.. We'll take two of these salads to go." Check my attached salad photo, it was like eating a salad prepared from the vegetable gardens of Zeus himself. Washed down with kombucha I hadn't felt this satisfied by a salad EVER. I do wish I'd snagged the tacos, who knows when I'll be back in Morro Bay. Truth be told I don't even know where Morro Bay IS. But now I'll recall this salad fondly when contemplating a salad for a full meal. "Can't you just have a salad for dinner you vegan you?" Previously I'd tear into the speaker with words like cold steel, snapping "Just because I'm vegan doesn't mean I want to eat a pile of raw greens for dinner you ass." But knowing there are holy grail quality salads out there like the one I found at Shine Cafe, I'll have to start letting those comments slide. read more

I love this place everything is fresh and yummy , must try the tempeh salad sooooo delicious, and the fresh juice bar , you can't go wrong with the avocado spring rolls read more

Looking for a good body cleansing without getting a colonic tube shoved up your fanny? Shine Cafe is a tiny vegetarian cafe located in the back of the sunshine health foods store. I don't eat Vegetarian that often, but I must say that this is a great place to try. You just feel good about eating this food. Tempeh Reuben - Good solid meal. *Felt great right afterward. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/JEnh1b8W9PsCujJvinIMCg?select=35FHEb9A9wE-kodIPejgjA Vegetable Spring Roll - Orbs of fresh veggies and seasons tempeh. The sauce really make this taste good. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/JEnh1b8W9PsCujJvinIMCg?select=NQCEhhkYX2xXRt5fWrl1Mg * just know that eating Tempeh can give you really bad tummy issues later on. I just might be sensitive to soy products though. read more

Shine Cafe - Tempeh Reuben - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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Shine is the bomb. The food is great, the vibe is laid back, and the people are so nice. My favorite is the dragonfruit bowl and the tempeh salad with the sesame ginger dressing. They have gluten-free options. The BLT with gluten free bread is good, I just wish the tempeh was savory instead of sweet (although not nearly as sweet as Goddess Goods). I drool just thinking about it! Their cold case has yummy desserts and drinks, so don't miss it. Those can be kinda pricey but worth the splurge. I wish they were open until 6 PM. There are soooo many times I want to call in an order on the way home to MB, but I can't because they close at 5. Wah! read more

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I found this place while driving around in Morro Bay. I loved that this place is super creative with their food. My favorite overall was the spring roll dish and the PEANUT CREAM SAUCE. SO GOOD! I would give this place 11/10 for the multiple options they have for vegans and vegetarians like me. Price and quality of the food are worth it read more

Shine Cafe - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

This is a small eatery/juice bar that is connected to a health food store. Stopped here on a road trip. Very healthy, wholesome vegan food. Tasty too! I took a chance on a Tempeh Reuben (I don't like tempeh but that's mainly because I can never cook it properly). They made it taste pretty good. Friendly service. Reasonable prices. I had never been to Morro Bay but I really liked it - charming little coastal town. read more

Worth going to Morro Bay for this restaurant alone. If we're making a trip south, we will go out of our way to make sure we go through Morro Bay just so we can stop at this restaurant. The ingredients are fresh, high-quality, generous, and absolutely delicious. I've never had some thing on the menu that was anything short of amazing. read more

I make a point to come here every time I'm in town. Delicious, fresh, and restoring food no matter what you order.

Vegetables are always fresh and the food is consistently great. Shine is one of our regular stops in MB. My favorites are the black bean tostada and the famous tempeh taco. The reuben and the spring rolls are also great. This is a place where you can stuff your face, order two entrees if you want, and still not feel like garbage afterwards. Simple ingredients put together in special ways. read more

Let me start off my review by claiming that I am not a vegetarian and I normally don't seek out vegan restaurants, however we came to Shine Cafe to meet some friends for lunch based on their recommendation. I studied the menu online via Yelp before I arrived to ensure that this carnivore could find something that would be satisfying to my taste buds. I ordered the Shine Hummus Wrap and it was way more food than my stomach could handle. The wrap was filled with so many tasty fresh vegetables that I didn't even miss any meat. Even as a self proclaimed carnivore I would revisit Shine Cafe again because there were so many tasty options to choose from and all the portions looked big. There was plenty of street parking on a Saturday afternoon. The restaurant had a relaxed California casual vibe with seating inside and patio seating in front of the restaurant. read more

Shine Cafe - Shine Hummus Wrap - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

I always make a point to stop by Shine whenever I am driving through, and always get the black bean tostada- I literally fantasize about it the whole drive if I know I'm going that way! Yesterday I got that and a tempeh Ruben to have for later and they both were soo delicious - I don't know what they put in their dressing but I have yet to have one I like better anywhere else!! Great service, awesome vibe- would give ten stars if I could! read more

The food and the fresh juice were delicious. We got the sandwich, tacos and the toast. Also, the heart beet and the carrot, orange juice. As for the wait times: We went on a weekday morning so it was pretty free and speedy. However, parking and wait times can be tricky during busy hours so plan ahead if you are going on weekends. Just a couple of things to keep in mind: the serving sizes are not that big so you might want to order enough food if you are hungry! Also, Because of Covid, we had to sit out on the sidewalk - which was a bit chilly and a bit exposed. Neither of these are really negative - just something to plan for. read more

This place is a dream for those who like the highest quality, most delicious food. I consider this place to be real food--something that is hard to find anymore unless you create it yourself. The staff are friendly and seem to genuinely enjoy themselves working there which is nice to see. Low-key atmosphere... probably why the food is so good ;) The Asian slaw salad and spring rolls are killer. You must get the spring rolls--don't blow it. The same crack sauce that comes with the spring rolls is on the Asian salad--you're welcome in advance. My mom loved the pina maca-lada smoothie and spring rolls. The portions are great and you will leave full and happy. The prices are very fair and that adds to how wonderful this place is. I stop in every time I'm passing Morro Bay now and bring whoever I'm with to share my addiction :) read more

My boyfriend and I were trying to decide what we wanted to do for his birthday. The weather was gorgeous for it being winter so we decided on going to Morro Bay. We came to find that there is an all vegan restaurant in Morro Bay, Shine Café. We had to go check it out. This place has a real charm to it. It's cozy and gives off the small town vibe that can sometimes be missed in our central coast beach towns nowadays. There were so many options of what to eat here and lots of different kinds of drinks whether you're craving juice, a smoothie, kombucha or a natural soda. We decided to make our own burritos. These are a great deal! They are stuffed to the max with filling and flavorful goodies, and start at just $9. This was probably the freshest tasting burrito I've ever had, and I felt great eating it because of the veggies! I highly recommend adding the jackfruit to your burrito. So juicy! To top it all off, the cashier was so nice! We mentioned that we were in town for my boyfriend's birthday, and he gave us a brownie for coming in on his special day. This really made a great impression on us and solidified that we will absolutely be returning every single time we come to Morro Bay for the weekend. Keep doing what you're doing, Shine! P.S. - You NEED to try the creamy cilantro sauce. Please do yourself a "flavor" and get a side of it with your meal. :) read more

Shjne cafe is amazing I was so in love with the cafe and the menu and the owner was so friendly. I ate here like three times over the weekend I was visiting morro bay from Orange County. The food is soo so amazing I kept a copy of the menu and just stare at it in awe from time to time haha. Seriously makes me want to move to morro bay and try to get a job here I love everything about this joint. Try it you will see what I mean! read more

Shine Cafe - Sitting outside the cafe waiting for our order taking in the sights - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

You should definitely enjoy a healthy bite (or two) at this lovely little hidden gem of a café in Morro Bay! read more

Shine Cafe - Yum, Vegetable Rolls! - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

I knew I was going to like this place the minute I walked in the door. And when our food came, I was sure I was right before even taking my first bite. And when I took my first bite, everything was confirmed. The vibe inside is hippie like for sure. It's by no means a fancy place, although it's welcoming and charming in an eclectic sense. When we placed our order at the counter we were told it would be about 20 minutes for the food to arrive. Thirty five minutes later we were munching on a healthy feast. I couldn't resist their Tempeh Rueben, as Rueben sandwiches seem to call my name...It was one of the best I have even had. And I couldn't resist sipping on my hubby's Mudslide smoothie, so delicious, too. We shared a spring roll, which was as pretty as it was tasty . And my hubby's Shine Hummus Wrap was also amazing. Both of our meals were served with a beautiful side salad. Portions were huge! And, no surprise, we ate all of it! What a special place, can't wait to return! read more

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Went to lunch at Shine Cafe yesterday. Their menu is a little confusing, especially if you are not completely sure about "vegan cuisine" items on the menu. Sandwich ingredients listed as "Bacon" for the BLT but it's actually Tempeh which we had never heard of; we assumed it was a seasoning. It's NOT. It is a sliced fermented soybean cakes (Tofu) to replace the "bacon", "carnitas", corned beef, and the like. Guess we needed to carefully read what was in each sandwich, burrito, taco, etc. Everything is vegan, there are no other choices. If you order a salad, they only give you one little squirt of the dressing. If you want more you will need to order it separate - $2.50 / 4oz. Suggestions to the owner - your menu should not mention "bacon", "Ruben" "Carnitas", or any meat product even tho it's in quotes. Rubens I've had in the past did not have avocado, tomato or Tofu. They had corned beef with cheese. And not sure what Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos are?? Call it like it is to avoid the confusion. Another concern - there are very few tables available - we had to wait for a table outside to become available, since there doesn't seem to be inside seating. May try the smoothies next time we happen to be in the neighborhood. They sound tasty and healthy. read more

Love this place for lunch and breakfast! Their buckwheat pancakes (only on weekends) are delicious and their spring rolls are my go to. Highly recommend for vegans! They are also very conscious of allergies which I really appreciate! read more

Absolutely love this place. The vibe in here is so funky and so cool and everyone is so down to Earth and friendly. I got the black bean tostada and it was probably the best thing I've ever eaten. It was warm brown rice and black beans on the bottom with fresh greens and a creamy adobo/cilantro dressing and fresh salsa with a fried tostada on the side. It was so savory and so filling, my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Everything here is completely vegan and the food portions are very substantial. Highly recommend if you're vegan and if you aren't and just want some fresh clean food. read more

I have been to Shine Cafe many times and the food is typically good. However, last week I ordered the jackfruit tacos. They tasted extremely "salty" - so salty I could not eat the food (except for eating a tortilla). I mentioned to one of the employees that the food was very salty and was harshly told that they do not salt their food. My friend, who also tasted the food, reiterated that the dish tasted extremely salty so possibly it was their seasoning. The worker gave a dirty look, grabbed the plate and walked away. No, "I'm sorry" or "let me check out what seasoning is being used." I was not looking for a refund, although I should have asked for it since the food was inedible. This is the worst service I've ever received from Shine employees and the worst tasting food served to me. read more

We drove here from Paso Robles since we are visiting from out of town and we are vegan. Well worth the drive! We ordered the TLT (tempeh bacon and avocado sandwich). It was delicious. The cashew chipotle dressing for the salad was very good as well. The location is cute and the staff is friendly. There is a juice bar in the same building as well. read more

I'm sooo glad I I found this place! I actually found it on Yelp. My husband and I were on our anniversary trip and he wanted fish and chips but I felt like something that wouldn't make me feel bleh! So I found this little haven. I got a salad with a cilantro dressing it was fantastic!! I will definitely come back every time we pop in Morro Bay! read more

Healthy food, big portions, but lacked flavor. We ordered tempeh taco, jackfruit taco, burrito, and tempeh Reuben.

Lovely little spot to enjoy vegan wraps and tasty spring rolls. The line out of the door makes you think this place must be a popular spot in Morro Bay for healthy eating. Didn't try the smoothies but many people ordered them. Friendly staff ! Highly recommend! read more

Been coming here for years. Great food, amazing price. So casual and soooo good! We recommend the tempeh Reuben.

sooooo delicious!!! big portions and such cute vibes. got the tlt and it was fire. loved all the decor inside and the mixed silverware! they let me sub out the dressing for free too. will be coming back! read more

Shine Cafe - TLT, The Bomb Bagel, smoothie - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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Spring rolls come with a ginger dressing. Idk what else is in it to make it creamy but it's delicious! Hummus wrap is perfectly toasty and filling. Shine sandwich was good as well! I love all their sauces which complements the food well. read more

Great tasting food served by your local hippie! My fam absolutely loves this place, even though we are not vegans! The market next door is funky with a great earthy vibe and a more than decent selection! If you are looking for the Lassen's style place, this, might not be for you! read more

This is a great vegan spot in the heart of Morro Bay, where you can find really clean, healthy meals. I ordered a quinoa burrito bowl with a side of the cashew chipotle sauce. That sauce is exquisite. I really loved the chocolate banana smoothie! It was actually one of the best smoothies I've had in quite a while. Portions were well sized and the price averaged about $12 per meal. Only downside was they were out of several items on the menu when I came in for lunch at 1 pm and when I asked about whether breakfast was still being served, the cashier was very short with me and seemed highly annoyed by the question. Maybe he was having a bad day, it happens to us all. Overall, a really good spot to stop in for a healthy bite to eat or maybe even just a smoothie on the go. read more

Found this place on road trip with daughter. Loved our lunch. We each had a sandwich and shared a delicious black-eyed pea soup. Everything was excellent and fresh. Staff quite friendly and sunny. A couple days later we stopped in for a smoothie and that was a tad disappointing. It was watery and had big chunks of dates that got stuck in the straw. I think it was quickly and poorly made. No big deal. Overall, I love this place. read more

Hubby and I each ordered a "pick your own" bowl and also tried the spring rolls. The bowls were packed with fresh veggies and tasty beans and tempeh. Neither of us could finish our food bc we got too full, but we're stoked to have leftovers - this place was delish! We tried 3 different sauces (chipotle, cilantro and whatever ginger-lemon sauce came with the spring rolls). They were all creamy and very flavorful. We'll definitely eat here next time we're passing through Morro Bay! Only con, which sadly seems to be a trademark of many vegan joints: clean up your store! Tables/glass and sauce bottles seemed a little grimy. The food was good enough to overlook this, but it'd be 5 stars if read more

Such a great restaurant! We highly recommend the spring rolls (out of this world!!), black bean tacos, Reuben, soup of the day, and black bean taco salad! We tried the strawberry milkshake and the mudslide and both were amazing! Fantastic food and friendly service! We will be back! read more

Shine Cafe - Spring rolls - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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One of my go to places when I'm in Morro Bay! All of their food is health, high quality, and fresh vegan dishes that are unique and full of flavor. They also have great fresh pressed juices and smoothies. My personal favorite is the Bomb Bagel. They are a smaller location so there isn't much seating inside and there are a few outdoor seating tables as well. The customer service is always on point and I have had great connections and conversations with the staff. I highly recommend stopping in for any of their dishes or drinks, because they are fantastic! read more

Oh my gosh This restaurant has the most delicious vegan food I've ever had. Ok listen here. We ordered the tempeh taco and the 3 spring rolls. Wow. Don't waste any more time searching for restaurants in the area. The tempeh taco is huge and full of deliciously chopped veggies and quinoa in the bottom. It's server on a large tortilla. But the flavors upon entering my mouth... this was pretty scrumptious. Very earthy taste. The rolls of course were amazing. Make sure and eat them with the sauce it comes with. Not sure what that wonderful dip is but this dish is a must. I hope one day they can be in Los Angeles. Thank you to the cooks for the wonderful experience. I really appreciate you guys and the way you apologized for having our food out a little late. Don't hesitate. Even carnivores would love this food. read more

Shine Cafe - The rolls - Vegan Near Me - Morro Bay, California

I LOVE this place. I am not vegan but I definitely didn't miss the meat in my bowl. I found this place on Yelp while in town on a trip and I am so glad we went here! Everything was super refreshing and the staff were super kind and helpful by answering our questions. I'll definitely add this to the list of places I have to go to every time im in town! read more