"The best veg restaurant."   My Rating
16 christophe r byron	Posted on: Friday, November 13, 2009
	Review: I've toured a lot and have been to many vegetarian restaurants throughout the US and The Spot is by far the best place I've ever been to. Located about a block from the ocean, the spot delivers home-cooked style american dishes, like faux meat loaf. If you go you must try to tahini or special sauce. I think i like the spot because all their food tastes so great and it feels like something that mom would make. I would definitely recommend going to the spot if you live in the los angeles area.   Pros: excellent food * homestyle cooking * price Cons: * *
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"Avoid One Thing"   My Rating
7 THEMOVIERA D	Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2009
	Review: First off let me state that the "Great Spud" or "Giant Spud" or whatever it's called was excellent. I had mine made with vegan cheese and topped with vegan "burger." My wife had the Tacos (vegan) which were pretty good but the tamale had a "freezer burn" taste to it. There was one thing that started off the dining experience on a sour note. Vegan Quesadilla with soy cheese. Note to The Spot: Just because you put shredded cheese between two tortillas does not make it a quesadilla. The soy cheese wasn't even melted or hot. It was pretty dismal. On the upside if you avoid the soy quesadilla this place probably has what you're looking for! The fresh squeezed orange juice was also great.   Pros: Friendly Service * Location * Vegan Friendly Cons: Soy Quesadilla * Tamale *
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"Vey average..."   My Rating
2 veganjess	Posted on: Monday, August 03, 2009
	Review: Read the great reviews and was super excited to go here when we were on the area. I am vegan and my hubby is a straight carnivore. I got the Spot Burger (original veggie burger) with soy cheese. It was nice but nothing spectacular. It seemed a little mushy and undone in the middle. I could have made it myself. The almond rice tasted like plain brown rice with some cut up almonds. Could have used more seasoning and maybe toasting the almonds for more flavor. The iced tea was the best part----a blend of lemon zinger, cinn apple and I think chamomile. Very yummy. My meat loving hubby got the tempeh enchilada with organic non-soy cheese. He said it was very average and bland. NOthing he would ever order again. I sooo wanted to love this place but for the price ($40 for lunch) I was very underwhelmed. :(   Pros: close to beach * many vegan options * Cons: bland taste * very average for the price *
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"Always hits THE SPOT"   My Rating
2 dollydlux	Posted on: Thursday, November 13, 2008
	Review: I have been going to The Spot off and on for years. I grew up in the South Bay but didn't discover it until I went vegan 4 years ago. Now I travel back to my old stomping grounds as often as possible to eat the always consistant, hearty, and healthy food at The Spot! Last time I went I purchased the cookbook and have been eating the Mexorama everyday this week. Anything is delicious with the savory sauce smothered on top. I usually get the savory steamer but this last time the super helpful waiter suggested the mexorama (which is my usual with pinto beans too) and I am hooked. The pinto beans are wonderfully seasoned, not spicy but not just plain beans either. Go visit this restaurant! It has such a feeling of community about it. Yes it is cash only but they will accept personal checks if you forget (which sometimes I do!).   Pros: consistant * comforting food and ambiance * great location Cons: cash (or check) only? * far away :( * not open till 11
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"Simple Food"   My Rating
296 Chia	Posted on: Monday, April 07, 2008
	Review: Was here in April 08 with friends for lunch. Had heard about it for a long time, and I finally had a chance to check it out. It was all right. The atmopshere was pleasant, each table draped with a colorful cloth. Friendly waitress. The food was simple and healthy. From the many options of the menu, my friends and I got the savory garden burrito, the tamales/taco/enchiladas combo plate, the Spot veggie burger, and a plate of rice/tofu/beans, a cookie, and a blueberry cobbler. The portions were generous, and the taste was simple and mildly flavored... pretty basic. And it's located just 1 block from the beach!   Pros: large menu * healthy food * Cons: cash only * street parking *
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"nice little spot"   My Rating
28 jamber79	Posted on: Monday, March 03, 2008
	Review: Does not accept credit cards, so bring cash. Have to pay at the meters so bring change too. Great food and service. Low key place near the beach. Love the tacos with veggie burger crumbles. Veggie burgers are huge. Nice organic beers. The sometimes daily special tamale pie is not that good in my opinion, it has too much corn meal. Chili is very tastey, just a little too spicey for me. They have soy cheese available for every dish which is great.   Pros: atmosphere * * Cons: parking * *
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"My favorite place ever!"   My Rating
4 rawvegvega n	Posted on: Friday, December 14, 2007
	Review: I have been going here for quite a while. The food is wonderful and in huge portions. The staff is super cool and friendly too which is very important to me. I just love the savory sauce. It's so yummy.   Pros: amazing food * amazing staff * great value Cons: * *
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"The Spot is very good, staple vegetarian food"   My Rating
4 HermosaJul ieJo	Posted on: Thursday, June 28, 2007
	Review: I really appreciate the Spot. They were one of the 1st fully vegetarian restaurants I ever frequented, and they remain stable and consistent over the years. Their baked tofu, tempeh and other delicious items are always available, and many of their specials have become regular menu items over the years, such as the Neptune Loaf and Mushroom Walnut loaf. This restaurant will please any vegetarian looking for a full menu of items to order from. Their soups are also very hearty.   Pros: * * Cons: * *
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"A favorite vegetarian place in the LA area"   My Rating
2 rcyoder	Posted on: Sunday, December 31, 2006
	Review: Whenever we're in the South Bay area, we like to eat at 'The Spot' in Hermosa Beach. We went there tonight with the kids and in-laws. My usually picky 6 year old daughter ate not one but *two* plates of spagetti! :-)   Pros: Child Friendly * Great Food * Good Service Cons: Too far from Pasadena * *
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