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    Vees Cafe

    3.6 (74 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    This is wrong, the restaurant is still not honoring Groupons!
    May..Lene D.

    This cafe is a hot mess with their Groupon deals. I came on a Sunday to use my Groupon that was set to expire 9/24/25 and noticed a big sign on the register claiming they aren't accepting them anymore and to contact Groupon for a refund. Fare enough right??? Wrong! I put a claim with Groupon and got a reply back that there is an ongoing investigation for Vees. I get an email today saying they rectified the issue and Vees is honoring Groupons again. Wrong! Called the number to ask and the gentleman who answered said NO and they removed themselves from Groupon! Can someone just give me my money back?'!!! Also, even though I didn't get to use my Groupon, I did support the business by buying a pasta. It took a bit to get to me even though it was sitting at the counter for a while. The pasta was good, but the inconvenience would never allow me to come back! Can you please let Groupon know you are NOT honoring Groupons so I can get my money BACK please!

    Strawberry Lemonade
    Aaron O.

    Vees Café is such a gem in the middle of DTLA. I'll mention this first, as it's super rare in DTLA - they provide free parking (!!!), which is a godsend here and immediately makes the experience more relaxed. You walk up to the counter to order, and since the menu is big, I'd recommend scoping it out beforehand if it's busy. The staff is helpful, though, and guided us through a couple of choices. We split a Strawberry Lemonade, which was super refreshing, and also had some of their infused water. For food, I went with the Vees Butterfly Pasta. It came with a rich, creamy sauce, plenty of fresh cheese on top, and shrimp that paired beautifully with the dish. The bread provided was delish and just right for soaking up the extra sauce. I loved the colorful little flower on top, too. Gave the dish a great extra pop of color. My wife had the California Wrap, which was light, fresh, and tasty, without being too heavy. She was also a big fan of the fries, which she said were cooked just right. Both meals felt satisfying and well-balanced. The restaurant itself has a laid-back, modern atmosphere that makes it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Service was friendly and attentive, and the whole place felt welcoming and clean. If I had one small suggestion, it would be to make pricing a little more visible, maybe with a wall menu or some printed menus up front for people to look through before ordering. That aside, everything was awesome. We are rooting for this place to keep thriving, and we will definitely be back to try more of the menu. Great vibe and great food in DTLA.

    JUST PROTEIN PLATE
    Iris G.

    Love how secluded this place is from all the noise and heavy traffic of DOWNTOWN LA. Entry into the parking station is off of Figueroa. The venue will give you a validation voucher so you don't have to pay. This place is huge! And can accommodate about 50 people or more . Love that the place is quiet and the back music is not loud. I started my morning with the Just Protein plate and the chorizo panini. The just protein plate has grilled chicken breast and 5 egg whites with a side of fruit. I was left speechless at the quality and quantity of the food. Very much enjoyed their side salsa 10/10. The panini chorizo was also high quality. Literally blew my mind at how delicious it all was. I haven't had a chorizo panini anywhere else, so I can't really compared it or say I had better. However, it being my first I know it will not be my last. Lastly, the drink.... I was not impressed with the strawberry matcha. Felt it needed something just can't quite put my finger on it. Overall, service was amazing. Female cashier was polite and patient with our large group. The place was super clean and welcoming. I will return again.

    Bailey A.

    Another cute spot to duck into what is special about Vees is that the have a variety of food that they actually do well, & they can satisfy a sweet tooth craving or an urge to eat healthy & yummy at the same time I had banana coffee for the first time, WHAT have I been missing?! FOOD&DRINK: Mixed Berry Fruit Smoothie Banana Coffee Chipotle Chicken Sandwich Breakfast Burrito French Toast

    Chilaquiles Verdes
    MaryJane B.

    Omg! This was the wordy experience. We went particularly because my daughter wanted a parfait as it was on the menu seen on yelp. But they didn't have yogurt. So we ordered something else. Like toast. The girl looked at me like I was crazy when I asked for a refund of my 15 dollar parfait. Then said she couldn't refund me. Then had to call a manager, to tell me he can refund me in maybe 2-3 hours or tomorrow!! Wtf? Needless to say I had to walk out with no refund and dispute with my bank just to save myself energy and to keep me from exploding. On an other note my chiliquiles were trash. The eggs weren't cooked all the way. And I picked at it and threw it away. Never again. Do not be fooled by the photos.

    This is the side of "steak". If you look at the pictures on DoorDash compared to what you see in this photo you'll be blown away.
    Hoot G.

    I ordered food from here off DoorDash and it was so gross I couldn't eat it. The fruit with my classic breakfast was one sad strawberry, thinly sliced and thrown in a loose bag with four blueberries. The side of "steak" was so greasy it was leaking through the container, and the contents inside, not only looked nothing like the photo on the website, but I don't think could be classified as steak. The scramble I ordered with extra vegetables, came with no vegetables and looked like complete slop. Avoid this place!

    Burnt plastic container, for nachos. LOL
    Pete J.

    Do not order their nachos. The soggiest, burnt, tortilla chips in LA. They also melted the plastic container they were served in, rendering them not able to eat. Plastic and hot soggy, burnt, tortilla chips....a genius must be in charge!

    Hayden L.

    I was meeting a friend for lunch who was staying at the Westin Bonaventure. There aren't too many lunch options open on a Saturday afternoon, so we decided to give this place a try. It was a very pleasant surprise! It's a large, clean cafe with many booths and tables on the ground floor of an office complex. There is 1 hour free parking in the garage with validation. We ordered the Chicken Greek Salad and Tuna Melt panini. Both were tasty and the portions were large. They also have a good selection of fresh juices and smoothies. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. The service was friendly and prompt. It's definitely a nice choice for breakfast or lunch in the downtown area, especially on Saturday or Sundays when not much else is open.

    Vees Café is my new favorite spot in DTLA! Amazing food, excellent coffee, super friendly staff, and the vibe is exactly what you want when you need a break from the downtown chaos. Fresh ingredients, fast service, great music, and validated parking for over an hour. A true neighborhood gem -- I'm officially a regular now!

    Jared F.

    For what it is, it ain't bad. The food is about what you'd expect for a quick cafe in downtown. The place was pretty quiet when we went, so I'm not sure if it's a testament to other days. The staff were super friendly.

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    Service is very slow waiting over 20 mins to have someone to come to table and over 30 mins to get the food and still haven't gotten it

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    such yummy food and lovely ambiance. Will definitely be going back! The coffee and desert were both heavenly.

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