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Vegan-friendly
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American
Pizza
International
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Catering
Breakfast
Vegetarian restaurant on the Monterey Peninsula since 2010. Serves breakfast items, a variety of savory entrees, and eclectic mushroom dishes including truffle pizzas. Food is mostly vegan. Live music nightly from 7pm-close. Est. 2022. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm.
187 Reviews
First Review by mlcats
Maricelha
Points +131
Lovely atmosphere - Edit
The food is delicious and the staff is nice.
Read morePros: Many vegan options
Cons: Pricey but worth it
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TomásWilliamJackson
Points +57
Had a delicious breakfast - Edit
The staff were friendly, coffee was good and the menu was full of vegan options.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff , Good breakfast options
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CathyDavid
Points +252
DO NOT MISS this outstanding restaurant - Edit
Worthwhile to seek out this restaurant. Creative dishes, cool atmosphere and a delightful waitress.
Read moreWish we were staying longer just to come back here💟
Pros: All vegan, Creative , Delicious
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tditullio
Points +52
Absolute favorite place! The variety of delicious vegan options are great. - Edit
Found this gem before we ate vegan and LOVED it. Once we started eating vegan it is our Go To. Try the breakfast menu and their orange cauliflower for dinner is amazing.
Read morePros: Amazing vegan breakfast items, Large variety , Friendly staff
Cons: None!
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Jlynnkuc
Points +30
A Must Try - Edit
I got the exotic mushroom sampler and it’s to die for!!! It’s amazing.
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LisaCortezBarry
Points +75
Delicious Find! - Edit
Lovely staff and delicious food. Mushrooms are highlighted on this mostly vegan menu. We had the taco salad and the yellow coconut curry and both were spectacular. I could tell that every dish was made with love!
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hawaiianhart
Points +100
This place never disappoints always friendly staff and delicious food. - Edit
This is my must stop restaurant every time I am here in the area!! 💗😋 good food and good vibes !
Read morePros: Great selection
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BaileySchneider
Points +2272
Exceeded my expectations - Edit
I walked here this morning from presidio and got there right when they opened. The staff was super friendly right from the start.
Read moreWhen I looked over the menu, there were a lot of breakfast items that caught my eye. It was honestly hard to choose but I went with the avocado and toast because I wasn’t too hungry. I honestly didn’t expect much because how fancy can avocado and toast be? Wow was I wrong.
The avocado was so fresh to start and you get an entire avocado which is so nice. The vegan eggs were the all vegetarian inc/ be leaf brand. Most realistic “over easy” egg you’ll ever have. And the plate came with TWO of them! They are pretty large in size. The toast was this huge slice with a delicious buttery seasoned spread on it. The plate also came with arugula, green onions, cilantro and two delicious sauces. One a green cilantro tasting sauce, the other an orange chipotle flavored one. Everything about this plate was so delicious that I’m contemplating going back tomorrow.
They are pricy, with my total coming out to $20 after tax and before tip, but it was honestly so worth it in my opinion. I think this was the best vegan breakfast I’ve ever had.
A nice little bonus was their bathroom. It felt like you were in a temple. It was so cool and unique and they have black toilet paper 😝
Highly, highly, highly recommend this place!!
Updated from previous review on 2022-02-22
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ZeffR
Points +36
Mushrooms! Best place in the world to try a variety of mushrooms. - Edit
Worth a visit just to learn about the menu.
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LRosenquist
Points +48
Insanely good. Possibly the best meal I’ve had ever. And that’s saying a lot. - Edit
This is now my favorite restaurant. It’s a two hour drive from my house, but I’m coming back regularly. The tasting menu is a little pricey, but completely worth it.
Read morePros: 99% vegan, (cow cheese is available for pizzas), Wait staff is super friendly , Reservations can be made online
Cons: None
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darren2dream
Points +464
A Mushroom Lovers Dream - Edit
We spent the weekend in Monterey just to get out of the house for a bit so we looked up some veggie places to eat. This was our pick for dinner and we truly LOVED it.
Read moreThe staff was super friendly, we sat outside with our dog and I think just about everyone who worked there came by to say hello at some point and pet her. We fed her some pieces of arugula, showed one of the owners and he came back and gave her a whole plate of it (which was far more than she planned on eating but, we enjoyed it).
We had a speciality local mushroom starter that was really delicious, for our meal we split the tamale pie and a flatbread pizza. Both were fantastic. Loved the place, loved the food, loved the people, wish I could have eaten there again. If you visit Monterey, it's worth it.
Pros: Tasty food, Friendly staff, Unique menu
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ecochee
Points +422
Great food and ambiance✨ - Edit
Great food and ambiance, would definitely go back. I had the spicy cauliflower, which strangely was actually not spicy whatsoever. Might have been a mistake? But still really enjoyed it!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-01-08
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SanFranvegan
Points +152
Delicious across many cuisines - Edit
We find it amazing that they can make delicious Italian (pizza and salad), Asian (orange chicken and curry), Mexican (tamales), etc food! Plus the mushrooms!
Read morePros: Variety, Mushrooms galore, Delicious and big portions
Cons: Dinner for 2 was really good but not great.
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sheridanforbes
Points +20
Brilliant Thanks Giving set meal for a vegan - Edit
Great food so nice to be able to try lots of different thing that were also gluten free.
Read morePros: On the night I went the whole menu was vegan , Amazing to have such a variety., Loved the friendly staff
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vickerbasket
Points +1409
Interesting Mushroom Decor - Edit
Came here for a lunch after stopping in Carmel. We made a reservation but it was probably unnecessary. They have cute outdoor seating booths with greenery in the panel separating the booths.
Read moreI think I saw an old menu on Happy Cow where you could choose the method of preparation for their assortment of in season mushrooms but now you can elect to add their mushrooms to most of the dishes. We got the Vegan Rita pizza with cordyceps added and the fried egg sandwich with paprika potatoes. The pizza came with vegan cheese, button mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and a generous sprinkling of arugula on top. The crust was more like a pita than typical pizza crust but I kind of liked it. The fried egg sandwich, which we had requested a vegan egg for, baffled us in that it looked so much like a real egg. Alas, it was a real egg and not a vegan egg. Thankfully we’re flexible but I wish the order had been right. The potatoes were alright, could’ve roasted a bit more and less salty.
Overall, nice options but I enjoy going to fully vegan places more. Parking is easy with plenty of spots.
Pros: Amusing bathroom
Cons: May accidentally have non-vegan items
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vegangrocerygrabs
Points +1770
Surprisingly Delicious! - Edit
Wow oh wow! Julia's truly blew me away. When I saw they were a vegetarian restaurant I was a little skeptical of how many things could be made vegan. Come to find out almost everything on their menu is vegan and everything else can easily be made vegan. Everything vegan is clearly labeled with a V along with gluten free (GF) and items containing nuts (N). Flavors were fresh, menu items were creative. I was thoroughly impressed m. Will definitely be coming back when I'm in the area!!!
Read morePros: The bathroom is an experience, Almost everything is vegan, Friendly staff
Cons: Pricey
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Quattlejizz
Points +383
Experience. - Edit
Coming here will make you feel good. You eat well prepared meals with calm flavor profiles, and enjoy smooth Portuguese jazz while bathing in the morning sun. The real stars of this place are the mushroom dishes, which I regrettably did not order. The huevos rancheros were great, and I would definitely recommend. Skip the coffee and donut holes, and go instead for kombucha, juice, or tea.
Read moreFind a reason to use the bathroom.
Respect to the artist: Laura Tryon for her transformation of the space.
Pros: Oasis
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MikeFeinstein
Points +2158
Tasty, high quality - Edit
Relaxed, conscious environment. Very tasty food, high quality - and pricey, because that is the neighborhood. I got the vegan hot-buttered rum along w/my meal. Good, but they brought it after the starter cauliflower came. Make sure to tell them to bring it before the meal. I think it is hand made, so maybe takes a while. But they can time it. I don't think you can go wrong with the food, but be prepared to spend. So make this a sit-down dining experience.
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ScottCline
Points +3727
Delicious lunch - Edit
I had the fried “egg” sandwich with paprika eggs and it was delicious. The staff was very friendly and many things were vegan friendly.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff
Cons: A bit expensive.
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Seatown_vegan
Points +9005
Amazing! - Edit
Came here specifically for breakfast before leaving this beautiful area and heading back home to rain. The fried egg sandwich is absolutely Ah-ma-ZING!!!! I highly recommend it. Also ordered the French toast banana split thing which was great as well. Would definitely frequent this place if I lived here.
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Cathyclay
Points +21
Julia's vegetarian/ Vegan - Edit
I love to come to Monteray CA even more now that I found this gem of a place. Best food, best service! I have now tried most of the dishes they serve. They specialize in mushrooms! It is amazing! We love you from Modesto!
Read morePros: Food, Service, Environment
Cons: 2 hours from home
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martinsarabia
Points +24
Amazing find - Edit
Loved finding this place on our vacation!! The space at Julia’s is a vibe on its own. Menu is fantastic. Will return.
Read morePros: Lots of options, High level menu , Super friendly space
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Conniemm
Points +2067
Great restaurant! - Edit
I had breakfast at Julia's yesterday. What a great spot!
Read moreWe had huevo ranchero with vegan "eggs" the restaurant sources from Loving Hut. It was delicious. I especially enoyed the crispy potatoes.
For dessert we had donut holes that were coated in sugar. It was served with a bowl of candy cap sauce that was also very sweet. I found I didn't need the dipping sauce. The same sauce is used in their hot chocolate, which was delicious.
The interior is beautiful with slabs of trees as tables. The silverware is big and quirky. The bathroom was a real experience.
I met the owner and it sounds like the place has transformed some since the pandemic started. There are plans to expand along with construction of a new bathroom with a different theme.
I highly recommend checking out this place. Good food and a good time.
Pros: Everything can be made vegan, Fun atmosphere, Great service
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InHerImagePhoto
Points +285
Amazing! - Edit
Really great experience- if you’re into funghi ( and dosing) this is a really unique restaurant. They have a real love for mushrooms and a diverse menu in a lovely dining room setting. A great find if you’re in the area!
Read moreBe sure to visit the bathroom- it’s a total experience ❤️
Updated from previous review on 2021-09-10
Pros: Vegan options , Microdosing options , Do not miss a visit to the bathroom!!- trust me!!
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LindsayNeussl
Points +800
Amazing food! - Edit
4 stars only because its vegetarian and not fully vegan, anything can be made vegan. Had vegan eggs and great unique options! DEFINATLY get the donut holes!
Read morePros: Lots of VG options and GF
Cons: Vegetarian
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vegan_mouse
Points +1510
Insanely good - Edit
This was a real treat while visiting Carmel for our anniversary. Both dishes we had were delicious and filling - we had no room left for dessert! I love the vast variety of the menu. Definitely pricey, but you get what you pay for!
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JRSIII
Points +188
Julia’s met all our expectations - Edit
Highly deserving of 5 stars, Julia’s offers an all vegan, diverse, flavorful, and full portion meals that blew my wife and i away. Highly recommend the exotic mushroom platter, the orange chicken, Buffalo wings, and of course the house made ranch.
Read morePros: Huge flavorful portions , Affordable , Diverse options
Cons: No cons
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