Los Angeles’ plant-based scene is exploding with creativity, transforming vegan dining from bland health food to culinary art. From Silver Lake’s innovative kitchens to Highland Park’s bold flavors, the city’s vegan restaurants are redefining what it means to eat green.
Angelenos are discovering that compassionate eating doesn’t mean compromising on taste. Restaurants like Baroo, Crossroads, and Maciel’s Plant-Based Butcher & Deli prove that LA’s vegan cuisine can be as vibrant and diverse as the city itself.
Explore LA’s most delicious vegan dining destinations now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Los Angeles
- Crossroads
- Shojin
- Bacari Silverlake
- Berbere
- Maciel’s Plant-Based Butcher & Deli (Highland Park)
- Baroo
- Hey, Sunshine Kitchen
- The Front Yard
Bacari Silverlake
What to Expect
Mediterranean-inspired small plates with extensive vegan options
Description
Mediterranean-inspired small plates restaurant offering an eclectic mix of globally influenced dishes. Their menu features inventive shareable plates ranging from vegan pizzas and cauliflower dishes to seafood and meat options. Standout vegan selections include green falafel with coconut harissa and a dedicated vegan pizza with roasted garlic and caramelized onions.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Bacari Silverlake
Baroo
What to Expect
Fermentation-driven, experimental vegan Korean-inspired cuisine
Description
Baroo crafts innovative vegan cuisine that blends Korean and experimental techniques, featuring fermentation-forward dishes like their signature grain bowls. Their plant-based menu transforms humble ingredients into complex, artfully composed plates that challenge traditional culinary boundaries.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Baroo
Berbere
What to Expect
Pet-friendly Ethiopian vegan restaurant with zero-waste cooking approach
Description
Innovative Ethiopian vegan cuisine blending traditional spices with local California ingredients. Chef T's menu features standout dishes like the ET Twist Taco with a house-made plant patty and berbere roasted potato wedges, alongside classic Ethiopian vegan staples like Shiro and Tofu Tibs. Offers a pet-friendly dining experience with a dedicated family seating section.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Berbere
Crossroads
What to Expect
Celebrity chef-driven vegan fine dining concept
Description
Crossroads Kitchen offers sophisticated vegan cuisine that transcends traditional plant-based dining. Their California-inspired menu features inventive dishes like king oyster mushroom scallops and artichoke 'crab' cakes that showcase complex flavors and culinary creativity. The restaurant provides an upscale dining experience with refined vegan plates that challenge perceptions of plant-based eating.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Crossroads
Hey, Sunshine Kitchen
What to Expect
Women-owned plant-based restaurant with pollinator initiative
Description
Hey, Sunshine Kitchen delivers vibrant, non-GMO plant-based cuisine in Culver City, specializing in creative vegan comfort food. Their menu features innovative dishes like the award-winning BBQ jackfruit sandwich, alongside warm bowls, tacos, and kid-friendly meals that showcase sustainable, compassionate eating.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Hey, Sunshine Kitchen
Maciel’s Plant-Based Butcher & Deli (Highland Park)
What to Expect
Handcrafted in-house vegan meats and cheeses
Description
Maciel's crafts artisan vegan meats and cheeses with exceptional creativity, offering plant-based deli classics and innovative protein alternatives. Their in-house made selections range from seitan-based deli slices to gourmet cheese alternatives, serving Highland Park's vegan community with scratch-made, locally produced plant proteins.
Where: Highland Park | More Info: Maciel’s Plant-Based Butcher & Deli
Shojin
What to Expect
Artisan vegan Japanese fine dining experience
Description
Shojin serves innovative vegan Japanese cuisine, specializing in intricate plant-based sushi rolls and creative fusion dishes. Their menu features remarkable plant-based interpretations of traditional Japanese fare, including specialty ramen and gyoza. The restaurant offers an upscale dining experience with carefully crafted vegan plates that transform classic Japanese flavors.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Shojin
The Front Yard
What to Expect
Expansive outdoor patio dining under sycamore trees
Description
The Front Yard serves California-inspired casual dining with a neighborhood restaurant vibe in Studio City. Their menu offers diverse options including a dedicated vegan section, with a spacious patio dining experience under sycamore trees. The restaurant provides multiple dining windows including brunch, lunch, dinner, and a specialized vegan happy hour.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: The Front Yard