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Female-owned vegan restaurant offering warm bowls, salads, hot sandwiches, tacos, sides, kids meals, drinks and desserts. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
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3863 Overland Ave (at Culver Center, Between Pet Supplies Plus and Pampas Grill), Culver City, California, USA, 90232
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 01 Dec 2023 by Guest
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Added by VeganChels on 11 Jul 2023
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44 Reviews
First Review by VeganChels
mitmilius
Points +109
Great vegan food from friendly folks! - Edit
Love the food and the staff. So great. Side portions are overly generous. Could give me a cup instead of a bowl and charge me 2/3 increasing your margins and not my waistline! Lol. Hot chicken sandwich is a bit messy but so good. The BBQ bowl or the “chicken” caesar bowl are my other goto’s. So good. And dont forget the fresh sides and raspberry lemon bars!!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-23
Pros: All vegan, Desserts, Sides
Cons: Side portions are large! , Limited indoor seating if weather’s not good
Guest
Pilot.lj
Points +1413
Culver City diamond - Edit
Uhh YES! This place is delightful with a fun menu! Backyard bowl was hearty and delicious! Mac and cheese was some of the best I’ve had.
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meowmeow216
Points +16
Best vegan food we’ve ever had! - Edit
Best vegan food we’ve ever had! Delicious and creative options, great service, cool atmosphere!
Read moreI’m not vegan but my husband is and I loved it!
Also! I saw on Instagram if you stop by on pollinator Monday and get a free plant!
Pros: Food, Service , Atmosphere
Guest
bdg99
Points +104
Wish I lived in Culver City - Edit
What an amazing place. I’ve eaten here twice and if I was in town longer it would be three or more times. I even bought the cookbook. Really excellent fast casual vegan restaurant.
Read morePros: All vegan , Bowls, sandwiches, tacos!, Friendly staff
Cons: None
Guest
JulienneSlice
Points +1823
Authentic, original and delicious! - Edit
The sister duo and cookbook authors have really raised the bar for plant based cooking with Hey, Sunshine Kitchen. What’s even better is they are ethical vegans who happen to be veterans in the culinary profession.
Read moreThe menu is delicious and designed with creativity, originality and a deep understanding of pairing ingredients and flavors that are really outstanding.
I highly recommend you check this place out even if you are bit out of the vicinity.
Check out any of the bowls, they are filling, delicious and satisfying. However they offer other goodies like house-made chickpea patty burger and crinkle cut sweet potato fries!
Don’t forget to order their refreshing strawberry mint lemonade, it’s the best!
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-18
Pros: Vegan, Nutritious , Plenty of parking 🅿️ (go up the ramp)
Guest
ElliottKim
Points +30
Satisfying and delicious - Edit
I wanted something that was healthy and nourishing with Southern California vibes. HSK hit the spot. The restaurant is clean and inviting. I was welcomed warmly by the owner as I walked in.
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donglydiaj
Points +11
Superb - Edit
Staff were very knowledgeable about ingredients and preparation. So kind and patient. Loved their hospitality. Already that makes this place special in our hearts
Read moreDue to allergies we checked ingredients and they were so kind to review ingredient labels with us.
Many items already gluten free and are all vegan (no milk, no egg, no meat). We needed to check other allergens about were happy to find we could order several items, some with small modifications like leaving off onions made in shared fryer
Would recommend backyard bbq tofu. Delicious and made with love. Not a veggie bowl slapped together like some other places. Each component went so well together.
Guest
mrotis
Points +190
Incredible - Edit
Best vegan chikn sandwhich I’ve ever had
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Spickett812
Points +44
Fresh and delicious - Edit
The jack fruit carnitas taco was so good! The hearty side of beans and rice was a perfect complement. I got the barbecue tofu bowl with half rice, half greens. It was good! The flavors were all great. The buttermilk dressing was light and fresh. Know that the tofu is just raw tofu. I would probably do tempeh because I like firmer, seared tofu, but that’s me. I loved the strawberry lemonade. My husband got a blackberry lemonade. We’d go back!
Read morePros: Fresh , Delicious, Good sized serving
Guest
phytophile
Points +1184
So excellent you’re going to want more - Edit
Get the chocolate chip cookies. They will blow your mind. Also, the crispy chx sandwich. Mmmmmm
Read morePros: Excellent , Super excellent , Superb
Cons: Nutin bad to say
Guest
spise01
Points +949
EVERYTHING IS SO GOOD - Edit
I built my own bowl with a chickpea patty and oh my god every single ingredient was so fresh and delicious. I would eat her everyday if I lived close by. Also the cookies are so warm and soft!! Not to mention everyone who works there is super friendly.
Read morePros: Delicious, Amazing service , Variety
Guest
gdoyle
Points +24
Must-eat - Edit
I eat at Hey Sunshine Kitchen at least a few times per month. I’ve gotten hooked on the Mediterranean chickpea sandwich. The Caesar bowl with half greens and half rice (get extra dressing!) is also delicious. For healthy, delicious vegan food, be sure to come here!
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Suburbivore
Points +117
Delicious and easy to get to - Edit
This 100% vegan place is delicious, has friendly service and a nice casual atmosphere, and—bonus—easy parking. The menu is great but I also love its accessibility.
Read moreWe had the Backyard BBQ Tofu bowl and the Fiesta Carnitas bowl. Can’t wait to go back and try more.
Pros: Delicious flavors, Easy parking, Friendly staff
Guest
JCHVegan
Points +18
I love this place! - Edit
I've been a big fan of Heather and Jenny since their cooking class days so I was very excited to learn that they opened a restaurant in my area. I stopped in just after they first opened, and have been back many many times. I just love the atmosphere, the energy, the positivity, the absolute joy that they clearly feel in bringing their amazing vegan food to anyone and everyone.
Read moreWhile all of the food is SO good, I do have my favorites. I strongly suggest the Backyard BBQ Tofu Bowl (loaded with flavors and textures!). If it's a sandwich you're craving, definitely give the Crispy "Chicken" Sandwich a go... and it pairs really well with a side of mac salad or coleslaw (or both!). I'm also a big fan of the Baja "Fish" Taco which, I suggest, you get in combo with their rice and beans on the side. Speaking of sides... the Sunshine Chowder is SO good. A cup of that with ANY of their meals is a win.
They also offer a nice variety of sauces (which, I believe, are made in-house). Not sure which sauce to order? Ask them and they will help you out so that you can match the perfect sauce with your meal. My favorite is the lemon herb aioli.
They also have a nice range of refreshing drinks... and I bounce back and forth between the wild blueberry lemonade and the spiced hibiscus iced tea.
Let's talk desserts... there are a number of yummy options, but my money is always on the rainbow chocolate chip cookies (yes, cookies plural, because I usually get one or two to go).
The menu even includes a nice kid's section!
On top of all of the amazing food is the welcoming and supportive atmosphere. If you're new to vegan cuisine and are unsure about how to navigate a vegan menu, they are there to help you. You WILL be greeted with a big smile and genuine gratitude for your visit.
Hey, Sunshine Kitchen is a wonderful place, run by delightful people who make delicious food... and it just makes me happy.
Their motto is perfect: Dine Brightly!
Pros: Amazing food!, Delightful atmosphere and big smiles!, Women-owned business run with compassion!
Guest
SimoneRendell-Shelby
Points +192
Yummy! - Edit
This is my second time going to this restaurant and again everything was excellent from the service I received to what I ordered and to top it off I received a plant! An incentive to encourage bees, birds and butterflies 🦋 ❤️ #Veganuary
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-22
Pros: Crispy Chicken burger, Cleanliness , Friendly staff
Guest
·X·
Points +21590
Hey Sunshine Kitchen - Edit
Great restaurant, food, and staff. I enjoyed the "beef" bowl. Parking was easy too.
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Notstevie
Points +1565
It’s good! - Edit
Lots of great bowls, tasty ingredients. Great Mac and cheese. Would highly recommend :)
Read moreNeed to come back and try their sandwiches soon!! #Veganuary
Pros: Lots of parking
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AKR
Points +82
Vegan goodness - Edit
Hey, Sunshine Kitchen has super tasty and wholesome food served with warmth and welcome. We loved the BBQ and the avocado bowls, all the individual components are individually delicious and come together beautifully. I would also recommend just popping in for a cookie and lemonade! I hope they thrive and prosper and I would happily eat there any time I'm in town.
Read morePros: Great selection, Fresh and delicious , Warm and friendly atmosphere
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gdashiell
Points +13
Amazing and reasonable priced vegan and environmentally-conscious restaurant - Edit
I absolutely love their chickpea patties; So tasty! Also, the sisters who own the place are always very kind and accommodating. I've also tried the chickpea appetizer and the burger and they were all delicious.
Read morePros: fresh, tasty, healthy
Cons: order at counter, no booths
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Kikleton
Points +135
Stop by and give them a try! - Edit
Heather, the owner, was so friendly and guided me through my first time at Hey Sunshine. She recommended the Mediterranean Chickpea bowl and it so delicious. I had a sneaky Mac & Cheese on the side and it h comes with crispy onions on the top. Stop by if you can!
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divyaj
Points +651
Tasty bowls - Edit
The owner was super-friendly. I got the BBQ Tofu bowl, which was superb. The pickled onions were a little sweet, but otherwise the veggies were good. We also tried the beef crumble bowl, which tasted like beyond meat and was also pretty good.
Read moreThe Mac was very similar to the standard American fake cheese Mac, I didn't enjoy it that much. Everything comes topped with some fried onions, which adds some oomph.
Heysunshinekitchen
Thanks so much for coming in and trying us out!
Read moreXO
Heather and Jenny
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AubsKabobs
Points +98
Best bowls! - Edit
Went with a couple non-vegan friends and we all agreed we would go back! Great bowls! Loved the chickpea patty one best!
Read morePros: Chickpea bowl, Desserts
Heysunshinekitchen
Thanks so much for coming in! We can't wait to have you back!
Read moreXO
Heather and Jenny
Guest
Djelder
Points +29
Cute restaurant with great food and positive atmosphere - Edit
Really enjoyed the food and service here the last time I came. Very flavorful food. Reasonably priced. And great atmosphere.
Read moreHeysunshinekitchen
We appreciate your kind words! Thanks so much for joining us!
Read moreXO
Heather and Jenny
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DanielleM.Eastman
Points +42
Incredible - Edit
Loveeeee the avocado bowl. Can’t wait to visit again when in LA!
Read moreHeysunshinekitchen
YAY! Thank you Danielle!!!
Read moreCome visit us again soon!
XO,
Heather and Jenny
Guest
VRunner
Points +331
Fresh and Delicious - Edit
Cute restaurant close to Sony. The service was amazing, and the food delicious. Had the BBQ tofu bowl and of course saved room for dessert. I wish I had tried more, everything I had was spot on. If you are in the neighborhood you have to try it out.
Read moreHeysunshinekitchen
Awww, what a sweet review, thank you so much!!!
Read moreWe can't wait to welcome you back!
XO
Heather and Jenny
Guest
yetimtn67
Points +60
Happy Vegan Place - Edit
Loved the avocado crunch bowl. Healthy and delicious food. Super friendly staff.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Great bowls with unique dressings
Heysunshinekitchen
Thanks so much for joining us! It's all about those house made dressings!
Read moreLooking forward to next time we get to serve you!
XO
Heather and Jenny
Guest
jbrower25
Points +37
Best Mac&Cheese ever. - Edit
Hands down the best Mac & cheese I’ve ever had. Amazing. Also the chicken sandwich is by FAR my favorite in LA. 5 Stars!!!
Read morePros: Mac & Cheese, Chicken Sandwich , Macaroni salad.
Cons: Burger is beyond meat. Not a fan
Heysunshinekitchen
THANK YOU so so SO much!!!
Read moreXO
Heather and Jenny
Guest
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