Flagship location of this casual neighborhood vegan cafe, est. since 2007. Features an extensive menu of Thai favorites as well casual American classics. Find dishes like breakfast pancakes and omlettes; lunch/dinner items like Thai curries, noodles, rice plates with seitan or soy meat; plus casual fare like nachos and lentil burger with fries. For dessert there are cakes and cookies. Park on street in front or around the side. California Certified Green Business. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm.
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10438 National Blvd, Los Angeles, California, USA, 90034
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Last update on 19 Apr 2024 by joethebutcher
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82 Reviews
First Review by think4leafclover
BrianGallegos
Points +74
Best food ever - Edit
Definitely recommend going here the food and staff are great but the art is amazing
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vsvihla
Points +542
Delicious and varied options - Edit
We had the chicken dinner, lentil soup, French fries, sweet potato fries, chocolate chip pancakes and butterfly pea tea. The pancakes were the best I’ve had in a restaurant- fluffy and the perfect amount of chocolate chips. We loved the chicken texture so much. The fries were perfect. And the tea was really nice. Highly recommend
Read morePros: Variety, Tasty!, Outdoor seating
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LoriEasterly
Points +22
Tasty - Edit
I had the VJ burrito with sweet potato. So Tasty!! Service was fast and friendly. Assortment of goodies to look at while you wait. The price was fair. Came for breakfast so I parked across the street in a lot with business that weren't open yet. It would have been worth any walk to find parking. Lots to choose from.
Read morePros: Flavorful breakfast burrito, Fast/friendly service, Priced fair
Cons: Parking may be tough/worth it.
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ashwinn
Points +767
Not fresh - Edit
My food tastes like it was from the microwave , a little bubbly. Figured the curry was a safe bet since the menu is so huge — but I think I would not recommend the Thai food. The western food seems to be more popular
Read morePros: Nice staff
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joethebutcher
Points +33
Simple, Quick, and Easy - Edit
I can ger food quick and cheap. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is very nice. Newly upgraded from the last time i was there.
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan options, Great atmosphere, Cheap and fair prices
Cons: Parking- sometimes busy
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bkspecial
Points +445
Tasty Thai-Inspired - Edit
I happened to meet the owner my first time here, and she was so kind, taking time to chat with us, thank us for coming, and even offered us a free spring roll to try. The garlic 'chicken' burger was awesome, with extra crispy sweet potato fries on the side. The all-vegan menu is Thai-inspired, with different noodle and rice dishes, burgers, and even breakfast items.
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Malehincapie
Points +276
Great food! - Edit
Yummy food! However, the waitress was giving attitude about my dog, my service dog! Hello?!?
Read more“You need to hide it or people would complain and leave without paying”. We literally had to beg to stay since we were starving.
After that I can tell she tried being nice, but kept handling us utensils and ketchup like she was about to start a fight lol we just kept smiling at her😉
Pros: Nice menu, Loved the neighborhood
Cons: Service was awful tbh
ScottEinsteinEpstein
You go for the food or a waitress that bothers you ? We want food reviewed
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EthanMinter
Points +99
Great - Edit
I had an unbelievable burrito from this place. Menu is huge so not everything is that good, but the winners hit.
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mdotbd
Points +506
Amazing pancakes - Edit
Best pancakes I’ve had, I still remember it years later!
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Seatown_vegan
Points +7136
It could be better - Edit
I ordered spring rolls, chicken wings, and pad Thai. The pad Thai was horrible. I only took a few bites and couldn’t eat anymore. Both the spring rolls and wings were great, with the wings being extremely exceptional.
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chug
Points +386
Just Okay - Edit
The Vegan Joint's staff is really nice and the menu has a lot of options, but our meals were mediocre. We had lunch. They have a lot of breakfast options which is what I'd try if I went back, but I probably won't as there are a lot of options to try in LA.
Read morePros: Big menu, Really nice staff
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trangham283
Points +20
Great options - Edit
The menu is extensive, lots to choose from. Their burgers are especially good, even though I had thought this place was skewing Thai/Asian fusion. They also sell slices of vegan cake in the store, though pricy (like $6 per slice). Nice and friendly stadf
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BobbieBarth
Points +115
Always an easy pick - Edit
Have eaten at the vegan joint for years now and love it. Big menu and their west LA location has a patio that is dog friendly
Read morePros: All vegan menu
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kaleyeah87
Points +375
Huge menu - Edit
The menu is gigantic!!! There’s soooo much to choose from, there’s def something for everyone. The Vegan Joint was a hit with my nonvegan family. My brother said the chicken nuggets were the best he’s tasted.
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Alicia21
Points +422
Amazing food! - Edit
The food had great flavor and texture and the variety is great.
Read morePros: All vegan, Nice staff, Fast service
Cons: No near parking
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garcia.aluis1997
Points +22
I had the chicken wrap, and it was decent. Not much flavor to it. - Edit
Food is decent. The staff was rude when they demanded tips. I don’t mind tipping, I actually encourage it. However, it’s a little off putting when staff demands tips. I hadn’t even been served, or tried the food before they demanded a tip.
Read morePros: Variety of options
Cons: Staff demands tips
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austinrivas
Points +24
Great Place with Extensive Menu - Edit
Really like this place. The Veggie power juice was really really good. They have an extensive menu and an all day breakfast menu that looked really good. Everything I had was super tasty and fresh. Also the ladies who work there are so sweet and remembered us from a previous visit
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AmandaSakiye
Points +2820
Love the variety - Edit
You can have whatever you want! There’s so much variety.
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FFR-31MR/D
Points +36
Okay - Edit
I ordered the Spicy Noodle Soup and it was pretty bland, I’m sad to say. Perhaps I’ll try some of their other menu options in the future. 3 stars instead of 2 for the short wait time, pleasant customer service and cozy atmosphere.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-04-28
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Jime
Points +122
Delicious gluten free options - Edit
Although there are not that many gluten-free options, the ones that are, are extremely delicious. My go-to‘s are burrito number two and three (ask for corn tortilla), pad Thai, and the garlic chicken wrap (again, ask for corn tortilla).
Read moreThe menu doesn’t change, I wish they did, but overall my favorite burrito place.
Pros: Great price, Gluten free options
Cons: Menu doesn’t change
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losangela
Points +242
Good food at good prices, cozy atmosphere - Edit
Their dishes are filled with veggies! Big menu of mostly Thai food. It's cheap and filling!
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PlantBasedSavant
Points +81
It is a fine vegan restaurant. - Edit
While it is certainly not a high end vegan restaurant, it's OK. There are some great dishes in a nice casual atmosphere. The staff is nice.
Read morePros: The food is good
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CelesteMancia
Points +87
Great - Edit
Lots of good Thai dishes
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Shanticlare
Points +442
THE BEST RESTAURANT EVER!!! - Edit
It has been my favorite restaurant since I was two years old. I like the spicy noodle soup, fresh spring rolls, tofu scrambled burger, the garlic chicken burger, crispy spring rolls, fried tofu, their pad-thai, the spicy mint noodles, the lentil quesadilla, the combination burrito, the hot drum sticks, and the taco plate. All the people who work there are super nice and patient. The service is fast and the food is reasonably priced.
Read morePros: kind people work there, Amazing food, Fast
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Chia
Points +3635
Fast service, tasty food - Edit
I've been coming to The Vegan Joint over the years since it first opened its doors, and I like the improvements I've seen over the years, including the interior/exterior upgrades, the menu options, and the quality of the food. Was just here again April 2020 and had yet another good meal. Here's my Vegan Joint review update. It's casual dining with simple yet flavorful foods. The service is quick, and the owner, Hnoi, is gracious though she's usually out shopping & going to check on the other Vegan Joint locations. Dishes I especially like are the spicy noodle soup (highly addictive), the tofu scramble burger (ask for it, it's gone off-menu), and the pancakes which come out perfect every time. Also good are the fresh rolls, yellow curry, red curry, mushroom soup, Chinese soup, batter-fried veg chicken sandwich, tofu scramble with hash browns, and always the vegan cakes brought in from a local vegan baker. The vibe is relaxed and easy. The prices are fair. I'm happy.
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pikesperk
Points +968
Diner Food, okay I guess - Edit
Nothing super thrilling here. Diner food. They rushed me in super fast and I felt like they were rushing everyone to order and get out. I was trying to decide and asked for more time but the waitstaff just stands there waiting. The whole restaurant was a vibe of non customer service, lots of warning signs, Run Down, etc. not worth a revisit.
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imadeva
Points +457
Reliable Taste and Variety - Edit
Great breakfast burritos, curry, burgers, spring rolls, and possibly the best fried chicken around. Not to mention fruity pancakes and desserts to go. What's not to love?
Read morePros: Fried chicken, Curry, Friendly staff
Cons: Hard to park nearby
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