Opened in July 2013, this is a fully vegan cafe in downtown LA. Serves organic, vegan, and gluten-free food without added sugar, yeast, caffeine, or alcohol. Sample items include rice and noodle bowls topped with veggies and tofu, an alfalfa patty burger, faux ham and cheese sandwich, fresh juices and tonics, and healthy baked goods. Interior is spacious and minimalist. Validated parking in open lot next door. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

A casual and friendly neighborhood cafe. All vegan menu featuring breakfast items like burritos and pancake, plus extensive lunch and dinner including wraps, veggie burgers, pineapple curry, fried rice, pad Thai noodle, and main dishes featuring tofu, veggies, and mockmeats plates. Soy products used are all vegan, and seitan is made in-house. Brown rice available. Dine inside or outside on the sidewalk. Parking on street. http://theveganjoint.com Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

The third Vegan Joint location, opened in November 2012. Look for it on the 2nd floor of a corner shopping plaza (take stairs). Same tasty food at affordable prices. Has outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Vegetarian Thai food restaurant near the Beverly Center. Features an extensive 100% vegan menu with variety of soybased meat-substitutes and tofu choices in main entrees and specials in addition to assorted veggie wraps, lentil loaf, veggieburgers, green salads, papaya salad, soups, noodles, coconut currys, and more. Offers bargain lunch specials (includes soup, side salad, fried spring roll, brown rice, and choice of main entree). Friendly and quick service, casual setting. Parking provided and also on streets nearby. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Vegan Ethiopian food place in the Mercado la Paloma, near USC. Opened May 2013. Inexpensive.

Opened in March 2013 by vegan chef Tal Ronnen, Crossroads offers an innovative gourmet culinary experience with a stylish upscale ambiance. Focus is on Mediterranean-themed small plates with selections in appetizers, salads, pasta, flatbreads, and desserts. Try the 3-cheese plate or kale spanikopita. Extensive farm-to-glass cocktails and wine list. Available for private events. Expensive.

Pizzeria converted to being all vegan since winter of 2009. Serves vegan pizza with Daiya cheese, calzones, sandwiches, appetizers and different kinds of pasta. Offers vegan meat toppings as well as gluten-free pizza crust. Mostly takeout, small space with a table for 2 plus a couple tall stools. Parking available in front lot and on the street. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Los Angeles vegan restaurant cafe. Menu features classic American and comfort food (that's all vegan) plus fresh juices. Breakfast is served on weekends. Small and causal with a counter and glass case displaying deli salads and a small selection of organic produce for sale. Gets crowded at mealtime, especially on weekends. Has outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Aka The FrankenStand, a spooky-theme mobile vegan hot dog stand that moves from event to event in the Greater Los Angeles area - check its website. Cash only. Inexpensive.

Organic vegan creperie making sweet and savory crepes plus waffles, scrambles, and sandwiches. Beverages include fresh pressed juices, coffee drinks, organic beer and wine; almond milk available. Desserts case features a range of cakes and sweets. Casual space with a lounge area and wi-fi. Park on street or in rear lot. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

A tiny kiosk-style vegan cafe in the lobby of Academy Awards Clothes building in downtown Los Angeles, opened by an owner of Silverlake LA's Locali store. Offers vegan comfort food including pre-made vegan sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. Their signature is a breakfast sandwich made of vegan sausage, soy-free cheese, chipotle sauce and maple syrup, all on a multigrain English muffin. Primarily takeaway with a couple stools for sitting. Has outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

DEC 2013 NOTE TEMPORARILY CLOSED...PLEASE UPDATE HAPPYCOW IF / WHEN IT RE-OPENS! Vegan ice cream parlor and sandwich shoppe, opened Jun 2013 by owner of Tarzana's Madeleine Bistro (now defunct). Situated across the Westside Pavillion mall, the cafe's simple interior utilizes reclaimed wood and materials. Makes ice cream with soymilk and almond milk as base, and the changing flavors include pistachio, mint chip, and peanut butter among others; waffle cone available. Sandwiches are panini style, and the list includes BBQ tempeh, chickpea salad melt, maddy mac veggie burger among others. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Vegan Indian restaurant and small store. All vegan food, except in their shop they bottled sell honey. Inexpensive.

Opened Sept 2013, this is their 2nd location; other one is in Pasadena. Vegan restaurant serving mostly Thai food in addition to veggie burgers, wraps, pasta, and other American food. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

A vegan deli/juice bar located inside Organix market has a small kitchen that prepares a variety of vegan options including sandwiches, burgers and Mexican food. A child's menu is available. Located close to the Rose Bowl. Has outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Traditional Ethiopian cuisine in Los Angeles Fairfax district. Food is all vegan. Small and cozy space in area also known as "Little Ethiopia". Order lunch and dinner a la carte, or try the lunch special where a plate of assorted veggies, lentils, and special of the day are brought to you (free refill). Special beverages made from flax and sunflower seeds, plus vegan desserts. Food is flavorful and filling. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Opened on Dec 4, 2013 at the LAX airport, this is part of the Real Food Daily brand with locations in Southern California. All vegan food menu and vegan desserts. Moderate.

Opened Mar 2011 by owners of Millie's restaurant and bought by KindKreme in 2012, this vegan restaurant serves daily lunch and dinner plus weekend brunch. Causal decor with large windows and shares the same space as KindKreme raw ice cream shop. Moderate.

Shojin organic and natural food is a vegan Japanese restaurant in Los Angeles Little Tokyo. Its menu offers a variety of vegetable sushi rolls plus salads, appetizers, ramen noodle, and seitan entrees. Intimate space, on the 3rd floor of Little Tokyo Square shopping mall with parking in the plaza lot. Busy on weekend evenings so reserve ahead. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Expensive.

Lunch buffet service held at USC's University Park Campus, religious center, dining room 108. Operating during school semesters and is open to public. Organic vegan food, prepared to Vaishnava Hindu dietary standards. You are encouraged to bring your own reusable eating ware and to-go container. Occasional live music. Has outdoor seating. Cash only. Inexpensive.

Little cafe in a strip mall with lot parking. Makes all vegan food using salad greens, tempeh, vegan Daiya cheese. Has quesadilla appetizers, personal size pizzas, sandwiches, wraps, salads, breakfast crepes, daily cakes, and a large drinks menu. Opened in spring 2013 by former staff of Golden Mean Vegan Cafe in Santa Monica (not affiliated), and menu is similar. Free wi-fi. Prices cheap for food; moderated for drinks and cakes. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Casual all-vegan cafe chain with locations in Southern California (see website). Offers a variety of original veggie burgers and sandwiches, plus salads, sweet potato fries, kids menu, and desserts. This is the 7th Veggie Grill cafe, opened in May 2011 as reported to HC. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Vegetarian restaurant with an extensive menu of Thai food dishes in addition to veggieburgers, salads, wraps, vegan sushi, and more. Prices cheap to moderate. Casual and spacious setting. Parking in lot. Different ownership than the Vegan House on N. Wilcox, Hollywood. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Sept 2013 this small vegan food cafe replaced the now defunct Vegan Express. Similar inexpensive Thai food menu with also several veggie burgers and salads. Inexpensive.

Opened in June 2010, this is a little restaurant that offers Thai vegetarian cuisine as well as American foods like veggie burgers and wraps. Sample menu items such as pumpkin curry, drunken noodle, mock duck curry, chili dogs, tacos, and tempeh burger. Certified Kosher. Has parking lot. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Vegetarian Thai food restaurant. 2nd location. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Thai food menu featuring starters, salads, noodles, fried rice, currys, stir frys, and main entrees with choice of mockmeat or tofu. Brown rice, coconut rice, and other rice available. Everything can be made vegan upon request. Small and casual. Parking on street. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Woman-owned and operated books and drinks cafe featuring a menu of smoothies and juices, light vegan food and raw food. Has salads, sandwiches and wraps with Daiya cheese, raw soups, smoothies with house-made almond mylk or cashew mylk. All vegan except for honey option in drinks. Atmosphere is very casual and laid-back. Parking on street or in back. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Very small and cozy vegetarian restaurant with nice ambiance and neighborhood feel. Main course range from $14-18 each. Vegan dishes are marked on the menu. BYOB. Limited seating, dine inside or out on the sidewalk. Parking on street. Cash only. Expensive.

Mobile food truck selling all vegetarian french fries with vegan options. See website for calendar. Inexpensive.

Cafeteria style vegetarian cafe with hot food and salad bar, sandwiches menu, and soups. Casual and small with counter service. Food is served in disposable ware. Next door to Marina Farms store. Reported to HappyCow to have re-opened April 2013. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Very casual veggie restaurant adjacent to a Hare Krishna temple. Upstairs is a gift shop selling imported Indian clothes, jewelry, and gifts. Serves prasadam (holy food) prepared by monks. Pay for food by weight, or opt for the all-you-can-eat buffet from Mon-Sat which features a salad bar and hot foods bar. Dairy is used in some hot dishes. Desserts, including vegan cake), samosas, and beverages also available as extra. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

One of the string of Thai food vegetarian restaurants in Los Angeles. The extensive menu includes breakfast all day, sandwiches and veggie burgers, salads, Thai curry and stir frys, noodles, and more. Red/brown rice served. Casual, modern decor with flat screen TVs. Prices range from cheap to moderate. NOTE: Not everything is vegan, so ask. HappyCow has received numerous reports that staff is not always knowledgeable/honest on what is vegan and that they may still be using animal based products in some dishes. Inexpensive.

Vegetarian Indian grocery market and casual veggie Indian fast food restaurant. Inexpensive.

Veggie restaurant serving mostly Thai food in addition to Western food. Faux meat dishes, rice and noodle dishes, curry, wraps and burgers, pancake, and more. Very small and simple set up, no air conditioning. As reported to HappyCow Aug 09, restaurant has switched from vegan to vegetarian. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

A bright, casual coffeehouse and cafe with a vegetarian food menu. Has vegan desserts, live entertainment some nights, free wi-fi internet. Re-opened (all-veg) at this location Jun 2012, previously on Santa Monica Blvd. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

One of the more well-received Indian vegetarian restaurants in Los Angeles. Serving nicely spiced and flavorful vegetarian Indian cuisine in a casual and colorful setting decorated with Indian tapestry, lamps, and photos of Indian spiritual teachers. Menu features South Indian cuisine including masala dosa, thali, samosas, and more. Dimly lit indoor and outdoor patio seating. Parking on street. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

East Indian food grocery and deli-style vegetarian fast food service; previously named Bharat Bazaar and Samosa House. Counter service, casual seating, bus your own table. Food is kept warm in a glass case display with many main entrees from which to choose (some vegan, ask); plus a la carte snacks menu for order (samosas, dosas, pakora), and also Indian sweets and juices. The grocery section features a large selection of Indian spices, sauces, grains and legumes, ready-to-eat packaged dried as well frozen Indian foods, and a small selection of fresh vegetables. Expanded seating in 2012. Has parking lot. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Small, old-fashioned coffee house cafe serving light lunch, organic coffee by groundworko, house-made chai, vegetarian and vegan snacks and sweets. Carries vegan doughnuts from Twice Baked Vegan Bakery. Has wi-fi. Inexpensive.

Downtown Los Angeles vegetarian cafe. Located inside a busy fast food court that is popular with the downtown work crowd. Menu consists of light meals such as breakfast, sandwiches, wraps, organic coffee, elixir tonics and teas. Many options can be made vegan upon request. Counter service. Difficult street parking. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Mobile food truck selling all vegetarian falafel sandwiches. The falafels are made with corn, black beans, and other ingredients. Follow their twitter for dates & details. Inexpensive.

Serves meat, veg options available. Nov 2012 reported began offering meat; previously operated as vegetarian. Makes Northern Indian vegetarian cuisine. Veg dishes are prepared with vegetables and faux meat and displayed in a steamtable and sold by weight. For the combo plate you choose 3 dishes, a rice, a bread, plus small side salad. There is also an appetizer & snacks menu. Vegan items are labeled. Has vegan desserts. Small place, seats 10-15. Location is in a strip mall. Accepts credit cards. Inexpensive.

Serves meat, veg options available. Half of the menu can be made vegan upon request; serves brown rice; try the tonics (fresh organic citrus pulp with sparkling water). Bring your own wine at no extra charge. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.

Serves meat, veg options available. Formerly all-veg but no longer as of spring 2012. Mobile food truck selling a few different flavors of dosas, an Indian crepe served with dips, with or without stuffing; plus masala spiced potato fries. Ghee is used, so vegans need to specify. Parks at various and changing locations, see website. Cash only. Inexpensive.

Serves meat, veg options available. Menu items are marked with "v" for vegan and "vo" for not vegan by default but can be made vegan upon request; not all items are listed on the menu, so ask cashier for updates. Breakfast on weekends. The kitchen applies a slow food cooking approach to create seasonal dishes using fresh local organic produce. Uses reclaimed wood in the dining room, used equipment in the kitchen, and energy efficient appliances. Has outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Moderate.