Almost all the food is vegan, with the exception of a few drinks that contain honey and pollen (ask which ones). Part of the the Cafe Gratitude brand originating from San Francisco - its second Los Angeles location. Menu features both raw food as well as cooked meals, vegan desserts and raw pies. Trendy, beach vibe and busy at mealtime. Also offers breakfast until 1pm which includes pancakes, waffles, and french toast. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm.
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512 Rose Ave, Venice, California, USA, 90291
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 15 Apr 2024 by swrobel
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Added by webmaster on 16 Jul 2012
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131 Reviews
First Review by gr8vegan
SarahMays
Points +1407
Best brunch! - Edit
We went to 2 Cafe Gratitude locations while we were visiting LA. Both were great! The food is delicious, unique, and served quickly. They had fun non alcoholic drinks and smoothies as well. We really appreciated that they were open daily and early enough to accommodate our travel plans. I’m excited to go back next time I’m in LA!
Read morePros: So many delicious choices!, All organic and vegan, Great locations and hours
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VeggieMike
Points +132
Really Good - Edit
Had the Yo Soy Mucho Bowl. Would order again for sure.
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Bushtitty
Points +501
Drool worthy vegan meals - Edit
Love this place. The first time I came here, I had the I am Loving entree with wild rice, yams, fried brussel sprouts and guacamole. It’s a large portion and I couldn’t finish it. I came here again for lunch and had the I am Liberated (raw kelp noodle bowl with a side of mushroom carnitas) and really enjoyed it, loved the addition of arugula too! Also had the Yo Soy Fuerte wrap me omg it was amazing, really happy our server recommended it! It made me think of a crunch wrap supreme but better. The desserts are excellent too, I suggest the almond butter square and the walnut chocolate chunk cookie. Great service too!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-03-12
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audreyd
Points +279
Amazing food - Edit
This is one of my favorite vegan restaurants in California! I got the new I am awesome eggplant parmigiana sandwich yesterday and ohmygod it was so so good!! A very heavy meal for sure but so worth it! I’d maybe get it with the side salad instead of fries in the future to even out the meal a little haha!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-09-08
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KadiHarmon
Points +9926
Nice Place! - Edit
Really loved having so many choices on the menu, and that I went with friends so we could share a bunch of stuff! We all really enjoyed it. Only bummer was they were out of flan for dessert, but we were there late so totally understandable. Guess that just means I’ll have to go back again for it!
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NomadicDreamer
Points +295
DELICIOUS VEGAN SPOT IN VENICE! - Edit
We had an amazing experience at this vegan restaurant in Venice. The food was absolutely amazing and the kombucha was great as well! Our favorite dish was the “I am Glorious.” It is highly recommend!
Read moreWe also ordered “I am Humble” and it was good, but not as good as the other plate😄
You should def come check this place out for some good vibes and vegan food. There is an outdoor area for seating, which is perfect on a sunny day!
Pros: Delicious vegan options , Outdoor seating area
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Points +28381
Cafe Gratitude - Edit
The buffalo cauliflower is so delicious...and it isn't even fried. I got the gratitude salad with the dressings on the side and really loved it, as it was filled with arugula, quinoa, green beans, tomatoes, avocado, and vegan cheese. Nice healthy meals to be had here.
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BirkieVegan
Points +16
Perfect - Edit
Ended a long run here and chilled out on the patio with an AMAZING vegan burrito with mushroom carnitas and home fries and a mocha. Could see myself happily working my way through the whole menu. Service was helpful and food arrived quickly. Will be a go to stop every visit to LA.
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daveoz
Points +1331
Great Healthy Food - Edit
Nice vibe. Creative Vegan specials. Big portions. We always come here when visiting Venice Beach.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-05-19
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PlantBasedSavant
Points +81
Used to be good - Edit
It used to be one of my LA favs. Then it was just controversy after controversy. The Landmark Education debacle in 2009 and the Engelhart's slaughtering of animals in 2016. They let so many people down. The food feels very clean which is good. But the restaurant is 100% not vegan as they use honey. The atmosphere is good. The staff seems to turnover a lot. I know they do a lot of business and make a lot of money, but there are certainly a lot of us who just can't past the fact that they now slaughter animals on the farm.
Read morePros: Food quality is good, The restaurants are all nice
Cons: They kill animals , They use honey
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JRSIII
Points +188
One of the best vegan restaurants - Edit
I am mucho bowl was amazing as well as the nachos. Recommended for meat and plant eaters alike!
Read morePros: All vegan options, Their Mexican food is bombastic , Live their housemade sangria
Cons: No cons
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gwennam
Points +469
True Intentional Vegan Food - Edit
When is this place not perfection?
Read moreThe menu is so excellent has so much care put into it. It’s the kind of thing where you know they truly care about each dish and ingredient and never serve something that wasn’t fully intentional.
The vibe is also great, and has plenty of outdoor seating for covid times. Staff is always the kindest.
PS If anyone has the recipe for the ashwaganda latte hmu
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badgerbuddy
Points +32
Upscale Vegan Diner with an Odd Hippie Patois - Edit
I enjoy this cozy spot. It's often kind of loud and full of a certain sort of rich people, but the food and drinks are nice, and the waitstaff is very good. The puttanesca pasta is so tasty, and they make a fine eggplant sandwich. I am not much of a Mediterranean food guy, but they also make a decent mezze plate. Overall, their food has a nice balance of flavors that's pleasantly different from what I am used to. I also love the lattes and the apple-rich apple cake!
Read morePros: Homey, Good with Flavors , Nice Variety
Cons: Noisy
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pikesperk
Points +1307
Delightful! - Edit
Wonderful spot, had a delicious breakfast and they made me a Mickey Mouse pancake. Had the tofu scramble with potatoes and toast. Homemade strawberry jam (didn’t need the added sugar). Also had a fresh juice and a muffin to go.
Read moreCons: Expensive
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AnnieHawkins
Points +89
Disappointed - Edit
Burger was great. Fries greasy and overcooked. Pasta terrible. Burrito inedible. Nachos small and disappointing Very expensive Not at all child or autism friendly.
Read morePros: Vegan
Cons: Expensive, noisy, weird overhead heaters.
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AdamWeiss
Points +27
Still great - Edit
Cafe Gratitude seems like it's been around forever and still feels pretty new. Absolutely love the store in Venice which is always buzzing with great energy and amazing looking people! Even though it's a little pricey, the servings are big and you often leave with leftovers. I love all the bowls, and don't forget about the incredible desserts. I know they are not low calorie, but they are so good!
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Really nice service people, Amazing variety of food
Cons: A little bit expensive, Can get pretty crowded during busy times
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AnikaSchäfer
Points +247
Great concept - Edit
The food is nice, but nothing spectacular. As everything in this area, prices are totally inflated.
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allib
Points +41
Love this place - Edit
An LA favorite.
Read morePros: Everything tastes as good as it sounds, Portions are perfectly generous , High quality ingredients/seasonal menus
Cons: As an la native I don’t prefer their Mexican food, Some of the regulars are creepy to young women., A little loud
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PeterAus
Points +238
Great vegan food - Edit
Really good healthy vegan food. Celebrity sights too. Ask for the sauces on the side though. Very oily and heavy sauces imho.
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BeeElleElle
Points +137
Tasty 😋 - Edit
I love the kelp pesto noodles here (doesn’t taste oceanic at all, for anyone who’s never tried kelp noodles). This place is a bit pricey, but great! Just don’t go for a seated meal if you are in a hurry, because they have some of the slowest service ever. Friendly, but so slow...
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V:Traveller
Points +4561
Very good food - Edit
Food: 5/5
Read moreVegan options (variety): 5/5
Vegan labelling: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5
Portion size: 5/5
Atmosphere: 5/5
Service: 3/5
Location: 5/5
Reservation recommended: maybe
Visited: 8/2017, 9/2019
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RaquelGuimarães
Points +142
Fake Gratitude - Edit
Will never go back!!!!
Read moreArrogant staff, slow service, not helpful.
Asked to change tables cause a friend decided to join and took forever.
Sugar for cappuccino was never offered, when asked I had to ask 2 people and took way too long!
Satvic Bowl was really bad, could not eat. No flavor at all!!!!
Fake place, do not go!!!!
Cons: Arrogant staff, Flavorless food, Slow service
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chefdrigo
Points +34
Fake - Edit
I’ve been here a few times and it was never great.
Read moreThis time was the last chance, will never go back!!!!
Arrogant staff, slow service, not helpful.
Asked to change tables cause a friend decided to join and took forever.
Sugar for cappuccino was never offered, when asked I had to ask 2 people and took way too long!
Fake place, do not go!!!!
Cons: Arrogant staff, Tasteless food, Bad service
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gbendes
Points +130
Niiiiice - Edit
Wide variety of plant based options (all vegan). Chiliquiles were awesome. Daughters citrus smoothie was excellent!
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badgirlsvegan
Points +2137
Love this place - Edit
Hits the spot for my basic needs. So good for a chain.
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Leanne31
Points +151
Loved this place! - Edit
This place is amazing! So much variety and it’s all vegan. We tried 2 of the bowls and 2 starters and 2 desserts. Would order any of them again ... all of which where delicious. Happy hour gives you starters at cheaper prices. Will be back!
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feelgoodpicks
Points +397
Favorite Restaurant! - Edit
First time at this Venice location and loved it! It’s bright, clean, & modern with fabulous selections of vegan baked goods & grab n go juices at front counter.
Read moreSmoothies are healthy tasting and not too sweet. I loved my garbonzo bean quiche and side salad. Pancakes were delicious too!
Whole menu is vegan, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
We came with a party of 11 for breakfast on a Sunday and they were very accommodating.
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