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Santa Cruz location of this vegetarian restaurant that offers many marked vegan options such as a vegan burger, tofu scramble sandwich, fries, a selection of soups and salads. The restaurant staff understands veganism and can offer suggestions. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-6:00pm.
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1319 Pacific Ave (at Walnut Ave), Santa Cruz, California, USA, 95060
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Last update on 02 Dec 2024 by Conniemm
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15 Reviews
First Review by Conniemm
VeganMusicMan
Points +297
Should go all vegan! So good! - Edit
I really enjoyed this place. as a long time strict vegan, they answered questions kindly, and in ways I felt good to eat here. I had a lovely little chop salad, that really hit right as I was in need of vegetables.😄Followed it up with Tom’s Bright Eyes Surprise that was nice.
Read morePros: Plenty of vegan options, Vegan options well labeled
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SarahS88
Points +2854
Came to try this location - Edit
Just as good as the Soquel one, this time tried the vegan Caesar wrap and the high road again! Focaccia is so good! Would give 5 stars if they were all vegan, but very vegan friendly!!!!
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Zurv
Points +2129
Yum yum yum - Edit
Glad this place is here it’s so good.
Read moreThe spicy chicken sandwich is bomb. The hash brown sando is good too. The fries are amazing. They have tasty vegan ranch too. Th e soft serve is super tasty. I thought the lobster sando was yum too. Highly recommend.
Pros: Chicken sando and fries, Location
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chubbybunny34
Points +102
It Ain't Chkn' Sandwich - Edit
Delicious casual vegan lunch food. Ordered "It Ain't Chkn' Sandwich". It is fully vegan and comes with lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, and house sauce. You can make it spicy by requesting grilled jalapeños and spicy house sauce.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-03-29
Pros: Vegan Sauce is available , Outdoor seating
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SpicyCoppertop
Points +202
Excellent vegan Burger - Edit
Vegan burger and French fries deliciousness #Veganuary
Read morePros: Fresh ingredients , Friendly staff, My Omni friend loved it.
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rytilton
Points +106
Good lunch - Edit
All the foods were good. Cream of fennel soup was yummy. My family liked persimmon lemonade.
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aanunez
Points +67
Great place - Edit
Ironically my wife didn't love the black bean party they make in house, but everything else was great. Fried green tomatoes, oyster mushroom roll, coffee drinks, breakfast. All bangers. I guess the only warning is that the patty might not be for everyone.
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EarthyCrunchy
Points +364
Delicious and fast - Edit
I appreciated all the clearly labeled vegan options on their menu, and the food was delicious. If you get fries, ask for the vegan version of their special sauce.
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vegbmore48
Points +100
Solid vegan sandwiches and more - Edit
Got their “not chicken” sandwich, which was great. Also super affordable ($9.50)
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sunflaura
Points +17
Delicious!! - Edit
I love this place and it’s very convenient downtown. I had the pesto fresco and fries and they were BOMB! I think my only issue is that they’re so good that they’re always super busy, so it’s a bit of a wait. But worth it!!
Read morePros: All vegetarian, many vegan options, Convenient location
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Dariush
Points +1134
Pretty Good - Edit
Kidding, the fast food here is excellent. I had the spicy chick’n sandwich which was very tasty. The fries are also great, and the chopped salad alone was worth the price of admission. The dining area is sparse so have a Plan B (eg your car) to eat your food.
Read moreFieldRoaster🌱
I’d tear into that bleedat
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lessdoug
Points +636
Good sandwiches and fries - Edit
Family from Santa Cruz recommended we go here to eat since we are vegan. Food was good, but I think we were expecting a sit down place. Not much seating inside or outside. Seems more like a grab and go type place. But again, food was at least good - but I wouldn’t say it was good advice!
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andyjng
Points +5943
Excellent Plant Based Comfort Food - Edit
OMG, so happy that Pretty Good Advice has opened up a Santa Cruz location, meaning I don't have to go all the way out to Soquel anymore to enjoy their amazing plant-based burgers!
Read moreSince they've opened, I've gone three times with twice in just a week. They are a burger/sandwich shop with fries, salads, and desserts when available. All of their burgers are vegetarian and use a black bean/soy patty base, and everything can be made vegan upon request if it isn't already designated as such.
I've tried their PGA Burger and their Spicy Chick'n Burger ($9 each), along with a regular size side of fries with their vegan ranch. The sandwiches were delicious each time I've had them. Although a bit on the smaller side, they're still great and one of the cheaper spots for a plant-based burger in town. What's cool is that they also offer tiny mandarins when you pick up your food - free of charge!
There is very limited seating inside so you are better off grabbing takeout and finding a public bench or sitting at Abbott Square to enjoy your meal.
This is truly a great addition to Downtown Santa Cruz and especially to the vegan food scene since losing a couple of big namers in the last few years. Thank you PGA! Keep on rocking.
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veerrrsix
Points +71
no bs - Edit
just a good, affordable option with a surprisingly expansive menu and tasty food. do I wish it was all vegan? of course. is there an abundance of well labeled vegan options? also yes.
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Conniemm
Points +1858
Fun place! - Edit
I was so excited when I heard that Pretty Good Advice was opening a downtown Santa Cruz location.
Read moreLike the Soquel location, the menu board uses fun magnet letters for their signage. The restaurant has a fun vibe. There are straight-up vegan options and other options labeled that they can be made vegan.
On today's visit I had the veganized. version of the Chick'n Sandwich. It was tasty. We got an order of fries on the side which came with a vegan ranch option. We also got to taste the banana soft serve which was very good.
The only bad thing is that I forgot to take a photo to post on HappyCow so I will have to go back soon!
Pros: Fun vibe, Tasty food
Cons: Very little seating
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