Another awesome meal! I appreciate there willingness to custom make your meal!! Keep up the good work!
(5)
Hana A.
Order the deep fried cauliflower- doesn't taste like vegetables and a great alternative to french fries. Buffalo bomber sandwich came with Yukon gold fries. Bombay bowl (this is huge- two people can share and be satisfied) green curry sauce with coconut milk, kale, beans, almonds, hemp seeds, and herb-roasted veggies
(4)
Hannah K.
Just my favorite place ever! I wish I lived closer. It's a hit or miss when it comes to the staff but the food is always delicious. I love their chicken sandwiches! The south western and the grilled! The fries are insane and you can give these sandwiches to someone who eats meat and they probably wouldn't know the difference unless you told them. My boyfriend prides himself on hating all things vegan but he is willing to eat here with me and likes it!
(5)
Tigra C.
Go straight to Veggie Grill. Do not pass Go; do not collect $200. This was my very first stop when I arrived in CA last weekend. I made a beeline straight for the VG. I ordered the Buffalo Wings, Cauli-Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, a 1/2 All Hail Kale Salad, and the Chargrilled Street Corn without the parmesan. BUFFALO WINGS were amazing, as always. Love their spicy buffalo sauce! The CAULI-MASHED POTATOES & GRAVY is one of my go-to dishes. So yum! I actually wanted a side of Steamin' Kale but was put down for a 1/2 All Hail Kale as part of a Pick a Pair deal instead. This was fine with me, but I do prefer the ginger-miso dressing that comes with the Steamin' Kale over whatever dressing is served with the All Hail Kale. CHARGRILLED STREET CORN. I missed it last year when they debuted this summer treat, so I was elated to try it, and it was everything I dreamt it would be. The corn was so fresh, and it was seasoned to perfection. This is definitely an addition to my go-to items from now on (when it's in season). The one waitress we had, who brought out our food, could use an attitude adjustment. Aside from her, everyone else (the cashier, the male waiter or manager- not sure which he was) was great. Parking can be a little tricky here. They'll validate up to an hour of parking, but the parking lot fills quickly. Luckily, I found street/ metered parking across the street. After the West Hollywood location, this one is my next favorite.
(5)
Natasha D.
Disclaimer: I'm a born and bred meat eater, but I'm still an absolute sucker for Veggie Grill. Before they even had Los Angeles locations, I'd accompany my mother on her business trips to Irvine just so I could savor their Santa Fe crispy "chicken" sandwich and what I still think are the best sweet potato fries ever (accompanied by their amazing sauce). I'm so happy there's a location just down the street from my job! I stopped in the other day for a quick takeout lunch during my lunch break. The entire process was seamless. The phone was answered promptly, my order was ready in 10 minutes, and there are loading zones strategically placed just in front of the restaurant - no need to worry about parking. I was immediately given my neatly wrapped order and it was perfect Veggie Grill goodness. I've never had a bad meal at any of the three locations I've been to. Service is always spot on, as well. Trust me, you don't have to be a vegetarian/vegan to appreciate the awesome food served here. If you're craving something meatless (but still delicious and flavorful), go here!
(5)
Cesar R.
I'm agree with everyone ,this a place you MUST to try But the Portobello mushroom Sandwich was so good .... a great taste and delicious
(4)
Daniella E.
I'm highly in LOVE with Veggie Grill! I wish there was more in the San Fernando Valley! Every time I try something new here I love it! I don't think the Veggie Grill could ever disappoint me with the food! Highly recommend this Place!
(5)
Deidrea V.
After a long and exhausting day, I was completely worn down. The service started off with a long wait because the woman at the register was on the phone. I was too tired to even care so we just ordered and went to go sit down. Our food took a very long time to come out and one of our meals came out first while we continued to wait for the second. The girl that brought us our food had told us sorry about the wait when she brought the first meal and we just said that's okay. When she returned with the second plate of food she brought along a complimentary slice of carrot cake for the wait. Long story short, I was very impressed with them. I didn't even have to complain and they knew just what to do to acknowledge that the wait was longer that it usually is. This is what I recognize as excellent customer service. They care about their customers and I love that. That's why veggie grill encino is one of my favorite restaurants. Thanks again guys and keep up the amazing work. You guys are awesome! To top it off, the cake was delicious!
(5)
Rich G.
A quick update for the Veggie Grill, I have not been to this location in over year but happened to be in the area looking for something a bit more healthy. Parking is still ridiculous but at least they validate for an hour. The menu is bursting with lot's of new choices and their seasonal Spring menu. For some reason the Thai "Chiken" salad just jumped out at me and I was glad it did! Thai Chickin'* is loaded with Grilled Chickin', quinoa, romaine, cabbage, corn salsa, green onion, mandarin oranges, cucumbers, sesame seeds, cilantro, spicy Thai dressing ( you can sub Tempeh to be gluten free) Some of the best Tofu based replacement chicken I can recall! yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… The salad packed a big flavor profile and was satisfying to boot. I was so pleasantly surprised by how well balanced and how just plain delicious the salad tasted. It's was crave worthy. The only drawback and it's a big on is just the location. Parking requires you to score a street metered spot or valet parking in a private lot behind the retail space along Ventura. It takes a bit of time just getting parked and retrieving your car when they are busy.
(4)
Sara S.
When I was on vacation in LA I stopped by veggie grill to pick up lunch before heading to an event in studio city. I used to live in LA and veggie grill was one of my favorite restaurants although I had never been to the one in Encino. I ordered my favorite dish, the all hail kale salad without the corn salsa because I can't eat onions. I even specified to the server that I cannot eat onions. I asked about the strawberry rhubarb parfait and she offered me a sample. The sample was delicious so I also ordered one to go. I thought the wait for to go food was longer than usual. It did not make sense considering they were not busy and the food was already cooked. Finally after a long wait I got my order. I looked at it to make sure there were no onions and I saw something that looked shady. I double checked with the server and she said it's not onions. An hour after I arrived at studio city I starting eating my food. Sure enough there were onions in there. I was very unhappy! The strawberry parfait had completely melted and everything was a runny mess. I was surprised since it was a cold day. I hope next time they pay better attention to allergies. And I wish they had warned me that the strawberry parfait melts if it's not immediately eaten or refrigerated. I love veggie grill so I would give them a second chance.
(3)
Emma S.
Tried this place for the first time today and it was great! I had the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' Sandwich and it was a really good, very filling and a large portion. Very surprised by the dairy free Mac n Cheese! So yummy!! I will be back for more!
(5)
Karie F.
Tried the BTLA. It was supposed to have a "smokey" taste. Sorry but it was burned, not smokey, burned. The grilled bread AND the "bacon" was burned tasting. The "Bacon" was hard as a rock burned. Sorry but the only good thing about this sandwich was the Arugula. They are so accommodating here, they took it back, NP and I replaced it with the cheeseburger and fries. That was delish and enough to take half home for later. As always, the Pomegranate green tea was awesome and service is top notch! You cant love everything and they have so much to chose from here.
(5)
Jeffrey J.
Meh is how I'd describe the food. Crispy Chicken Plate was what I got and it was mediocre at best. I had to put ketchup on the chicken to make it more flavorful as it wasn't that good alone. The kale was plain and had a small dab of dressing on it. The mashed potatoes were solid, but could not save the dish. Given how fast the food came out, I feel as if they are reheating/microwaving food and assembling it. There is a lot and they do validate for an hour so there's that.
(2)
Micki B.
I love Veggie Grill! When this one first opened I was so pumped to have it in the valley. Overall it's good - clean, spacious, friendly staff and of course delicious food (whether you're a vegetarian/vegan or not). My only gripe is that I hate the parking here...there's a lot in the back that gives you 1 hour free, and sparse street parking. I tend to park at the Tony Roma's across the street but spend most of my meal worrying if I'm going to get caught and ticketed or not. If you're on the fence about trying out Veggie Grill, I would HIGHLY recommend it! Anything with the buffalo fake chicken is my favorite, but I also like to try their seasonal specials. If you download the VG app you'll also get cool offers and freebies from time to time...so what are you waiting for?
(4)
Laila B.
Just meh. This place was totally hyped up for nothing. I ordered mashed cauliflower with mushroom gravy? Well I didn't get the mushroom gravy so that was a bummer. I didn't find out until I got home of course so I couldn't go back. I did call them to let them know that they forgot a crucial component to my dish but all they said was sorry. When things like that happen, you're supposed to offer something! grr
(3)
Chris P.
For non-vegans this place is hit or miss. Other non-vegans should avoid the chocolate chip cookies like the plague. Tried a few items, some were tasteless, but not necessarily plague-y. Like the B-wing salad, really like the new Banh-mi salad. Came last year when they had fake steak tacos on a specials menu--that was my favorite thing, but haven't seen them since. I suppose I'll keep lunching with vegan friends and not starve.
(3)
Lara S.
What a wonderful find!! I just wish this place was closer to me. Buffalo wings were the best I've had. Go with that for sure! Can't wait to go back!
(5)
Darci M.
I am a meatasaurus. Period. I had a dear friend in town who is vegan and asked if I'd be willing to try this place. I said sure - I am branching out my taste buds lately, though I was expecting nothing. I've had fake meat before. It's the nastiest thing on the planet in my opinion and so I just thought I'd have a salad if nothing else. Well, wax my butt and send me down the slopes! THIS PLACE RAWKS. When we came in my friend was suggesting things for me to order and one of the employees approached us and asked if we had questions. She suggested things I might like. She disappeared a sec, then came back with FAKE CHICKIN (their spelling) for us to try. *cue horror movie music here* I was skeered, but VERY pleasantly surprised! *cue angelic choir here* Did it taste like actual chicken? Well...ish. But I said to my friend, "It's like school pizza...it's in no way real pizza, but it's still a very yummy slab of deliciousness that I will happily put in my piehole." That's how I felt about the chickin. So, I got their buffalo "wings" and a caesar salad. Okay NOW I was blown away! The buffalo sauce was sooooooooo good! I am now officially dreaming about the next time I can go to Veggie Grill and get their "wings," that's how much I liked them! Nice fresh celery sticks included and a very tasty dressing to dip them in. The caesar salad was pretty good - a little heavy on the kale for my taste (I like to hide it with more lettuce and spinach cuz it can be bitter), but certainly tasty. I tried my friend's "mashed potatoes" (made with cauliflower), which I knew would be good cuz I made feaux potatoes with cauliflower all the time when I was low-carbing, and they were WONDERFUL (smothered in a yummy gravy, too). We finished off with carrot cake. Now, my sister makes the best carrot cake in the world, so again I expected little, but it was quite good. The cake itself was divine. The frosting...well, it's just not quite REAL cream cheese frosting, but it was really good. I personally like a good, thick, rich cream cheese frosting, but as replacements go, this is highly doable and satisfying. So, there it is. My first ever vegan feast and I loved it. I still can't believe it! Oh, also, the place was nice and clean and the service was very friendly. Go!
(5)
Linn-Eva L.
Appetizer: crispy cauliflower and buffalo wings Main course: Santa Fe burger and Buffalo blaster burger Dessert: carrot cake OMG! I thought veggie food, of some strange unknown reason, would taste weird, but without a doubt one of my top 10 most pleasant surprises of all time! It was SOOO good! You should really try it! I'll be back asap. Top score!
(5)
Janet T.
Don't get me wrong I devoured everything we ordered here, but it sucks when a place advertises itself as being healthy but the grams of sodium in the food is typically high.
(3)
Stephanie C.
My first visit here and it was amazing. The food was so delicious!!! I will definitely be coming here again !!!! The tomato soup was the best I've had in a while and my salad I forgot what it was called but it was like a " buffalo wing " salad ahhh!!! Spicy ... but all so delicious.
(5)
Oliver E.
I've been to Veggie grill easily 65+ times since it has opened. Never in my life have I revived such good service as I have today. I came in to veggie grill and Jose greeted and took my order. He was extremely polite and attentive. He was looking like he was having a great day. He gave such a positive attitude and was extremely polite. I wish more workers were like Jose. If I were to a asses the veggie grills in Westwood, Santa Monica, Hollywood, and encino I would say Jose has topped out at the the absolute best employee in the establishment. I patronize veggie grill 3-6 times a week and I'm still blown away by the service which Jose provided me with. I will be sure to come back!
(5)
Rose H.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Veggie Grill!!!!!!!!! I was never a vegan or a vegetarian. I've always been a heavy meat eater, but I became sick and lost all of my appetite. :( After 5 days of not eating.. my friend suggested I should start eating healthier. So... I went to Veggie Grill per my friend's recommendation. When I first looked at the menu, I was VERY intimidated. I had no clue what to order, so I ordered what was the most familiar to me.... the Bombay Bowl. OMG!!! The first bite I took...I started crying. Not because it was horrible... but it was just THAT GOOD!!!! Jessie the manager there... she's been such a HUGE help, and she's always welcoming!!! She's suggested a few dishes for me to try... and ALL have been so yummy!!! So much so that I've now been a vegetarian for a little over a month! I'm losing weight, I have more energy, and because Veggie Grill's foods are so delicious, I've had ZERO cravings for meat...which is REALLY unusual for me. I'm determined to try every single dishes on their menu, but so far... I'm a little stuck on 3 of them: Crispy Cauliflower, Bombay Bowl, and my new fave... the Bahn Mi Salad. I'm worried that the Bahn Mi Salad will be taken away once the Summer Menu hits. :( I hope they don't take it away...EVER!!! :)
(5)
Kash D.
I have tried the buffalo bomber which was very tasty with fresh lettuce and tomatoes. It also had a fresh tasty bun and good buffalo sauce with a crispy tofu chicken patty which actually tastes like chicken. My girlfriend also tried it and she really liked it too. We have also tried the sante fe crispy chicken which which is pretty much the same as the buffalo bomber in terms of ingredients except that the bomber has buffalo sauce where the sante fe has a avocado spread which was also good but lacking in overall flavor when compared to the buffalo bomber. They also have fresh french fries that come with your sandwich. I would come here again.
(4)
Bradley P.
Vegan food in Encino! Nice! The kids that work here are nice. The service is quick. If you want a filling meal for cheap get the mondo nachos. $7 an you're stuffed full of veggies.
(4)
Nijole T.
Another excellent Veggie Grill location. I keep coming back for the huge menu of yummy non meat options and have tried my way through most of the menu. The imitation meat products are my least favorite, all the Veggie items the best. Love the service, very friendly and efficient, no matter how full they are. Clean, modern space. Not everything is super healthy, but it is super tasty and the prices are fair, portions great, glad they are doing so well, they deserve it!
(4)
Jordan R.
Always happy with their food. Their Consistency is key. I enjoy the buffalo mini wrap.
(5)
Bernadet G.
Friendly service, delicious food and drinks. Will be back!!
(4)
steph g.
Love my veggie grill! Excited that one opened up in the valley near me. Best sweet potato fries ever.. Love the bayou and santa fe chicken.. recently became fan of their chilli too. I like this location as it has seating outside with heaters!
(4)
Melissa S.
I actually did a happy dance when they opened here because I love the other locations so much! I might have just gotten the wrong dishes here but it wasn't that great. I had asked if the vg rollers were regular crunchy egg rolls like at Chinese thy said yes. Don't believe them! They're just reg wraps. Asian salad isn't too great and they forgot the dressing. Ill try this loc again but I'm sticking to the burgers and sweet potato fries.
(3)
Asia L.
Words can't explain how much my hubby and I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! We will be Customers for life! The Food, The Staff, The Environment All were on point!
(5)
Demetrius G.
I got the GF Power Plate, which doesn't seem to be so popular. It came with a huge portobello mushroom, tempeh, grilled onions, steamed kale, tomato slices, diced tomatoes, avocado, and this delicious dressing that I just drizzled on everything. The GF Power Plate was delicious! Way more substance than a salad, too. I make better sweet potato fries.
(4)
Nicholas T.
Disclaimer: this is my review of all veggie grill restaurants because, in my opinion, there is very little difference between the individual restaurants. Consistently, their food is delicious and their customer service is over and above outstanding. I've only been disappointed with one item on their menu (the "fish" tacos). All other items that I've tried have floored me. In my opinion, this has got to be the best American style (though they have recently expanded their menu a lot to include Mexican and even Thai food) vegan restaurant there is. This is an absolute must. Even carnivores love it. Go!
(5)
Pete C.
I tried the All Hail Kale. It was Marinated kale and red cabbage, corn salsa, agave-roasted walnuts, ginger-papaya vinaigrette with Blackened Chickin'. The Blackened Chickin' is fake chicken. My jaw got tired from chewing the kale. The fake chicken taste like fake chicken.
(2)
J C.
Veggie Grill simply reinforces the notion to me that "vegan" is just a euphemism for "pretentious douche bag with no taste buds." I had the Papa's Portobello sandwich, quinoa pilaf and cauli-mashed potatoes and gravy. The sandwich was ok, nothing special. The portobello itself was a bit gummy and lacked flavor, which they attempted to mask with toppings and sauce but it all came up short. The quinoa was overcooked and completely dry and flavorless. The cauliflower mashed potatoes looked disgusting, like worse than a can of Fancy Feast. They tasted ok at first, but the more I ate them, the less I liked them. The staff was very nice and the service was good, but the food was extremely disappointing.
(2)
Daniel C.
I'm not the biggest fan of restaurant vegetarian cuisine or meat substitutes, but at the behest of a good friend, I decided to go into Veggie Grill and give them a try (admittedly with fairly low expectations). However, I would soon find out that even if I had gone in with the highest of expectations I still would not have been disappointed. The food was amazing and the service we received was excellent. The young lady who took my order, whom I believe was named Amy, was very patient with my superfluous questioning and was very knowledgable about the menu. With her help, I made the decision to get the buffalo chicken sandwhich. Amy told me that the meat substitute they use here was the best you could get and I originally just nodded my head in agreement, thinking she said that just because she had to, but man! She wasn't joking! That sandwhich was better than some real buffalo chicken sandwiches I have had in the past! All in all, I had an excellent experience here. From the generous, helpful staff to the mouth-watering food, everything was spot-on. Good job on securing yourself a new loyal customer Veggie Grill!
(5)
Judy A.
I just LOVE Veggie Grill. From the decor to the food, everything is great. The staff is always nice, and if you ask to substitute something in the food, they are willing to do it. My favorite here is Papa's Portabello Sandwich.
(4)
Rosie S.
I went searching for a healthy restaurant in the Valley on Yelp and came across Veggie Grill. The only bad review seemed to be an annoying customer anyways, so we gave it a try. I had the grilled chickin' on steamed kale with the quinoa side. The "chickin'" was very tasty and had a great chipotle ranch and pesto that went with it. The quinoa was a little bland for my liking but still good. The sweet potato fries were yummy! There were many different items on the menu that I would like to try and I plan on returning to do so.
(4)
Mayra S.
The food was great. The restaurant however, was messy. We had to clean our own table.
(3)
Frankie A.
Really good food! Always gone to the santa monica location, but this one is just as great
(5)
Kaylee T.
Absolutely the best Vegan food!! Their Santa Fe Chicken Sandwhich is one of the best chicken sandwhiches i've ever eaten. The service is stuck up-ish, But the food more than makes up for it.
(5)
Athenart H.
Nom Nom Nom! This place has really good vegetarian and vegan food. The assortment of iced teas is a nice touch. Service is outstandingly friend and location is very clean and well-designed. They also validate for the valet parking lot out back. A tad on the pricey side (though worth it to most folks) for a place where you order and then sit down. Would like to see some lunch specials, or maybe more options for "lunch size" entrees.
(4)
Lori D.
i usually go to the veggie grill in Hollywood so im so stoked there is one closer and i will be a regular customer! i checked this place out last night and i was kinda bummed walking in because they don't serve beer (at least not yet) but the meal was good if not better than the Hollywood location! and there were MORE food portions served here. The wait staff went out of their way to make us happy!
(5)
Kaysa S.
Love the sweet potato fries and the mushroom burger!!
(5)
EJ J.
Veggie Grill is my spot!! Because of Veggie Grill I had to take a few Afros (Stars) off this other restaurant I reviewed because it didn't compare. When we first walked in, my better half told me the meat wasn't real meat so I was a little skeptical about ordering the Santa Fe Crispy Chikin. You notice the "chiken" isn't spelled "chicken" because it's not "chicken" lol. It's soybeans, wheat and peas made into a patty and I must say, the Santa Fe was very flavorful. I actually liked the Buffalo Bomber a little more but I wasn't mad at mine either. You have the option of getting it with fries, chili or coleslaw and I decided to keep it healthy with the coleslaw and that was an excellent choice. They also have an assortment of flavored lemonades a and ice teas that are free of high-fructose syrup. So all in all, I'd have to go as far as saying this might be my favorite "healthy" restaurant as of right now. Definitely give this place a try if you want to try something a little different and semi healthy. OOOOO 5 out of 5 Afros
(5)
Troy K.
Used to be Baha Fresh... Everyone, i mean, EVERYONE was happy that "something else" was going to open up. personally got even happier when found out it was Veggie Grill. I'm not vegan, neither Vegetarian, but this place is one of my favorites to grab a quick lunch. I do not eat meat every single day, so the days i want to keep my lunch "meat-less" i'm here. Buffalo Bomber + Sweet Potato Fries. DO NOT LEAVE without having the corn. Just Don't.
(4)
Stelle S.
Been eating like crap? All Hail Kale salad will get your health meter back to 100.
(4)
Manjot S.
Omg why is everything so good here?!? And their so friendly and helpful. I absolutely love their corn! And their cauliflower is so good. Sometimes I forget it's all veggie
(5)
J. M.
For a healthier choice for vegetarians and vegans I most definitely would recommend this place. The main dishes and appetizers are very tasty and fulfilling. I would could back to place with no problem.
(5)
Wendy S.
guess what i had for luncheon today? deep fried cauliflower, buffalo style, and a salad with thai dressing. how much did this tasty repast set me back, you might ask? nada! that's right, absolutemente nada! how, you might ask? well, i bought a gift card for $30 for a friend, and lo! received a free entree in exchange! deal is good at all veggie grill's throughout 12/30, i believe, so skedaddle online and do some veggie gifting!
(4)
Van G.
Oh man, I love Veggie Grill! I go to other Veggie Grill locations, especially the Santa Monica one that's by my house all the time but this location was more than disappointing! A very simple order of their new BBQ Tempeh dish was completely burnt the the crisp .. I mean literally black, covered in charcoal ( I'll upload the picture as well ). I understand, bad orders happen and I wouldn't be complaining if they simply replaced my order but restaurant staff started playing tricks on me. First they said they would replace it. After 10 minutes of waiting, when inquired I was told that they were "out of tempeh" and that I need to wait for them "to find it". Yes literally FIND IT. I'm not sure what it meant because it was 3pm with plenty of people eating inside. So I waited more. By the time my party I was with finished her dish I started watching other people orders and noticed that everyone was getting their tempeh just fine. I guess the piece that was suppose to go in my order was special. 20 more minutes of waiting and my validated parking time was coming to the end so I ate the side dishes, told girls at the counter that this was a disappointing experience and left the restaurant. I like Veggie Grill but I wouldn't recommend going to this Valley location.
(1)
Simon M.
The chilli soup was alright off of ventura it's so gets busy during lunch but again it's in the hear of encino offices. The soups are what I get. Located where it is the parking is limited to one hour and you have to pay afterwords.
(4)
Roger H.
I order the. "All Hale Kale" with blackened Tempeh is my favorite. Get a side of Buffalo Sauce to kick it up a notch. The manager has done a brilliant job training the staff. As you step to the counter to order, a smile, a welcome to veggie grill, pleasant, if not too busy staff will stop to see if everythang is OK. FIVE STARS EASY. TIP: I go during off peak hours, for a nice quiet healthy meal. This will be my lunch stop every other day for sure.
(5)
Jenny Y.
If I was a vegetarian, I'd be in heaven. But I'm not a vegetarian and I actually like meat in my burger and real chicken for hot wings. I'd have to say though, it's a pretty good substitute. I've had their buffalo wings- which is pretty good, their Santa Fe Crispy Chicken Burger- which was a bit too tofuy, and my friend had the Quinoa Power Salad- which looked really good. Their cookies are delicious too!
(4)
L V.
The food is "meh", the management and service is TERRIBLE. I called in an order an hour ahead of time and asked to have my (very small) order ready by 6 pm because I was hosting some vegan friends for dinner. The woman I spoke to on the phone said that was fine (this is important later). I showed up at 5:58 PM and paid for my order. AFTER I had already paid and left a generous tip, I was informed that I'd have to wait for a bit. I said "no problem!" expecting it to be another 10 minutes at the most before I received my food. I watched EVERY SINGLE PERSON IN LINE get their food before me. I watched a bunch of orders come up and sit for 20 minutes before someone came to claim them. At the 25-minute mark I asked a passing server to please let someone know I'd placed an order to pick up at 6 PM and that I needed it as soon as possible. At the 30 minute mark I was still being ignored, and my boyfriend, who'd had enough, asked to speak to the manager. A 40-something woman with a ponytail appeared and, without asking what was wrong, immediately started berating us and said that she "Couldn't prepare an order an hour ahead of time" and that we needed to "wait like everyone else". I'm not exaggerating here- she approached us as though WE were inconveniencing HER. Maybe because she already had our money? If I'd known that my order would not even be started until I came in to pay, I certainly would not have ordered from them. If she had even MENTIONED THAT TO ME WHEN I PLACED MY ORDER (see the beginning of this review), It would have been fine! Here's the worst part though: while waiting for my order I watched as the very same (white) manager yelled things like "ándale!!" at the Hispanic chefs working in the back. Really disgusting and very offensive. My Venezuelan boyfriend (who was already pissed after speaking with the manager) wanted to walk out at that point but we had already paid and had friends waiting for food. When we finally got our food, we left and quickly headed to the second place we'd ordered food from - Lido's in Van Nuys. In stark contrast to our previous experience, our pizza and lasagna were hot and ready as soon as we arrived. At Veggie Grill, I was treated badly start to finish. I will never be back.
(1)
Linda L.
The food is great! Human error occurs and there was a severe lack of consideration as far as customer service goes. I had an issue after ordering online where I had accidentally put the wrong pick up time. I called about 10 minutes later after realizing the time was incorrect. I was told my order was already made, and they couldn't do anything about it. After much debate, they decided to remake the food, which I am thankful for. At pick up my food was held aside and I was told that never again could this happen. If it did I would be charged twice. Accidents happen, and I immediately tried to fix the mistake. I'm unsure if I would come again, because though the food is good, the service leaves a bit to be desired.
(3)
Devin M.
I am not vegan but I liked this place. The host was very friendly helped me pick between the chikin tacos or "fish" tacos. Went with the fish. Tacos tasted pretty good. Had strawberry lemonade which was great, not too sweet. Coleslaw was my least favorite. Clean location.
(4)
Kate C.
I have always been pleased with the food at Veggie Grill. This review is regarding the level of customer service I received during a recent catering purchase. From the moment my phone order began until I walked back to my car after the food pick-up, I was beyond impressed. The staff were knowledgeable about the food and helpful with suggestions. The overall attitude of the place was welcoming and warm. The new Manager, Jesse, was great and you can tell she and her team truly care about the food they serve and the way in which they represent their company. It was a wonderful experience. The food...always good. The VG Cheese burger is a great go-to...Never disappoints. The bowls are fresh and I love the new menu items. Thanks again to Jesse and the Encino VG team. Keep up the good work!
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Ms. T.
Vegetarian fast food. It isn't healthy per se, but for fast food, it is vegetable based. I have enjoyed everything I have tried, including the seasonal menu items. It always seems clean to me, love ordering through the app for takeout, and the food is very tasty. The service could be a bit faster, but hey, I am not going to interrupt the cashier explaining tempeh or some other item to a first-time customer so I can get my crispy portabello order two minutes faster. I appreciate the willingness to share information and not expect every diner to be an expert. Thanks, y'all!
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Latoya H.
Being a carnivore i was kinda skeptical when my friend said we should eat lunch here. I had the Sante fe chickin sandwich with fries. It was actually pretty good. Im not a fan of guacamole so i took that off, but my stomach was definitely satisfied. They had all kinds of choices. They even had a gluten free and soy free menu. I think i will go back. It made me feel super healthy..lol
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Jennifer T.
I find that the portions are so small that I have to order two meals, and it's expensive for just one meal. After a few visits, I think I'll spend my dining out dollars elsewhere.
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Amy K.
Veggie Grill is a chain, so this one serves whatever the others are serving at the time, which is a tasty array of "burgers," "chik'n" sandwiches, salads, and other stuff. An inordinate amount of kale is featured liberally throughout the menu, but I'm sure on some dishes, you could ask for it to be left out. Staff was pleasant, restaurant was clean and staff were constantly walking around wiping tables and otherwise straightening up, our food came out quickly. My friend was very wary of the nachos as he doesn't like vegan cheese, but was quite amicable to the cheese sauce (the jalapenos, various fake meats, guacamole, vegan sour cream, etc. didn't hurt); he also enjoyed his salad and I was into my Buffalo Bomber sandwich. I was also really pleased by my onion rings, which I very rarely get to enjoy; generally I'm picky about eating fried foods that had meat swimming around in the oil, but at a vegan place, this isn't a problem. The ranch dressing could have used a bit of salt, but that would have been easy to solve had I felt more motivated: there's a whole station by the drinks where you can grab silverware, napkins, condiments, and even to-go boxes because you ordered too much food. Ambiance is pleasant, lots of natural light, wood and plastic, theme colors are pale green and orange. Due to the mostly-glass walls plus the music on the speakers, I found myself having to speak loudly to be heard across our small table. Also, we were a bit alarmed to find that, in our mid-30s, we were the youngest customers; tons of baby boomers. I'd ask if I've lost my coolness, but I was never cool. I found out VG validates for the pay lot behind the restaurant, otherwise parking is street/meters.
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Simon M.
This is my usual go to place for dinner. I have been here so many times that i cannot even begin to explain how great their food is. I decided to stop by here and grab dinner in time for Father's Day to celebrate. I ordered a burger and decided to choose a side salad in which the cashier said it would be a small but good amount, so I agreed. When my order was finally ready, I came to see that the salad was packed in an extra small container, and that half of it was the dressing container. I went back into the restaurant to let the cashier know and she regarded me with a snappy attitude that she had told me it was a small side and that that was what I was going to receive. Thankfully, a few minutes later, Amy (I believe she is the manager)came to ask what was wrong and how she could possibly help. I explained the situation to her and she quickly understood and apologized for the misunderstanding. Unfortunately, their portion sizes have gotten smaller which I need to look out for. She was even sweet enough to refund the purchase even though I told her it was definitely not necessary. If it wasn't for Amy I may possibly not have gone back for a while! Please dismiss that cashier from her work and recognize Amy for her professionalism and caring attitude!
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Leeor S.
I should have read the most recent reviews before agreeing to go here. My mom and I had dinner here tonight, and it was just a really horrible experience. We ordered a BUNCH of food, we like to try and share a bunch of stuff together. My moms been here before and she always gets the Sante Fe chicken sandwich, so we ordered that, the banh mi, buffalo wings, tortilla soup, cauli-mash potatoes, regular and sweet potato fries. First off, they charged us for two things we did not order. Fine, we got that fixed, sat down and were delivered half the order promptly. The rest of the order came TEN minutes later. This was fine because we were sharing, but I'm sure it would have inconvenienced other people. In my opinion, the food was inedible, bland, nothing that I would ever order again. The regular fries and the Sante Fe were the only things that were EH okay. We ordered extra buffalo sauce for the buffalo wings, did not help at all. We ordered extra gravy for the gross cauliflower, we were given the wrong sauce, and that side was ruined with an even worse sauce than the one before. So the food sucks, the service SUCKED (when my mom went to get our order fixed, they fixed it, with SO much attitude). The only thing that was actually amazing and that I would even maybe go back for are their iced teas - pomegranate green tea and hibiscus ginger tea, probably the best iced teas I've ever had. They get two stars just for that. Also, parking was 4.50, even after VALIDATION! So we paid $48 for a terrible meal plus $9 for parking. Never going back, except maybe for an iced tea ;)
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Nikki N.
I've been going to Veggie Grills all over the place. This is my first time in the a Encino one. Good service, clean. I like the selection of drinks and fun food to munch on with friends. I like the wall textures! And the light decorations! Im not vegan, but it's a good place for vegans and I like it also!
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Anthony P.
I love love love Veggie Grill! My favorite is the VG Cheesburger with sweet potato fries and chipotle sause plus chilout wing and strawberry lemonade - just amazing!! The only reason for 4 stars is that they should have vegan gluten free buns/tortillas instead of regular buns/tortillas. As soon as Veggie Grill goes 100% vegan I will give it 6 starts! ;)
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J N.
Went here today as we were in the area for the balboa strawberry festival and it was right down the street. We got to the veggie grill 15 mins after they opened and 3 booths and a few of the tables were filthy, mind you once again we got there 15 mins after they opened, you would think all tables would be clean. We over looked the menu for a few moments as this was our 1st time here. We ended up getting the buffalo bomber and crispy chickin' plate. These plates were disgusting. The buffalo bomber was a breaded chickin' less chickin patty drenched with buffalo sauce that just made the sandwhich extremely soggy. The sandwhich was cold. The yukon gold fries had way too much seasoning salt just thrown onto them. The same breaded chickin' less chickin patty was used for the crispy chickin' plate. The description for this plate was fried chickin. You would atleast think they would of fried the patty to make it crispy. They threw some mashed potatoes with some gravy and a wierd kale salad that just did not compliment the dish. Our drinks were also horrible as only 3 of the ice tea machines worked and were half way full probably left over from the night before. We even had to ask the cashier for our cups because she forgot to give them to us. I would not recommend this place. I'll stick to making vegaterian dishes at home as they come out better with more flavor for half the price we paid today.
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Elan A.
1st time eating here, had the quinoa salad, all organic place with free one hour parking, decent fast food feel to it, but organic.
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Robert C.
Great spot for people who would like a go at some all veggie options. I had the tasty fried "chicken" with a savory kale topped with thai sauce next to a side of delicious cauliflower potatoes. Seriously. The food is delicious. In fact, the "chicken" might be better than the real thing. My only beef...hahaha...get it..."beef" is that the portions aren't that big, but then again I just like to eat a lot.
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Kristin H.
I'm on a venture to try every single item on the menu. The first time I tried Veggie Grill was with a friend in LA. I had the Thai chicken and thought it was strangely delicious. After that, I found out there weren't any locations in the valley.... until now! This place is truly amazing. I'm not sure when they opened a location in the valley, but I am ever so thankful! Depending on what time and day it is, you can park in the lot behind the buildings. If not, Ventura Blvd it is! Seriously, I've tried about 1/4 of their menu, and I've never had anything even close to being bad.
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Melissa C.
Really love the Bombay Bowl here! Also the crispy cauliflower is delicious (but high in calories.) I got the All Hail Kale salad with blackended ch'ckn recommended by a lot of folks here and personally didn't like it. I do recommend their bowls though - very filling and delicious!
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Laura F.
WOW ! I MEAN SERIOUSLY WOW ! FAST FOOD VEGETARIAN ! This is an awesome place. I still can't get over how good the veggie meat taste here. Better than the real thing. The veggie bowls are so fresh and savory. The options are plenty so you never get bored. The portions are pretty big and leave you satisfied for half the day. I love the use of quinoa in their dishes. This place definitely nailed it on making veggies tasty and filling. The drinks are fresh and I like the use of teas and flowers for flavors. Prices are good, environment is clean and service is quick. I want to see more franchises of this chain in the valley. Like one in every corner would be ideal :D parking is kinda of a b**** but whatever that is Ventura Blvd.
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Jessica S.
Veggie Grill is a great choice for amazing, meat-y junk food. My personal favorites from this chain are the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, and the Crab Cake Sandwich. Some other things I've ordered have been a bit plain. When that happens, I just pile on some hot sauce. Located in a more city-like area of Encino. If you're in the valley and want something that will hit the spot, try here. I had a great cheeseburger from here.
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Yolanda O.
I absolutely love this place. Super cute manager :) Friendly, acknowledges every customer who walks in. She's very much involved in what she's doing. That rare to see. Staff are super sweet and efficient. Food is great and the place is clean. They're pretty rad speed wise when it comes to getting the orders out.
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david p.
It's not very common that I find myself looking for a veggie place to eat, but after getting a recommendation from a co worker, I said what the hell. Ordered the Bombay bowl and added fake sausage and it was truly fantastic. It's not too often when fake "meat" truly taste like and feels like real meat and here it does. Will be back and free 1 hour parking in the back, with validation.
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Danielle R.
I've been a vegan for 10 years and vegetarian my whole life. This is probably the worst vegan food I've ever had. If you want good vegan food, go to real food daily.
(1)
Lee F.
The place is a bit pricey for lunch but the food is really good. I had the Chicken Gumbo and it was filling and tasty. The other order was Fish Tacos and they were really good. You get three large tacos and the taste and texture of the food is right on considering that it is all veggie. Everything with a drink came to $15.00. Veggie Grill is worth another visit.
(4)
Brienna M.
I cannot get enough of veggie grill. Everything I have tried has been amazing! The best part is, my non vegetarian boyfriend loves it too! Prices are decent, but so worth it. I always crave the Mac n cheese!
(5)
Priya W.
Yummy food, great customer service, and nice environment. Absolutely loved my visit here, and I'll come again!
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Mimi M.
Stopped consuming meat about 3.5 months ago. Wasn't ever huge into the heavier fare, but chicken was definitely my go to. Until...it just wasn't anymore. Veggie grill satisfies my taste buds the way I thought meat/dairy did. But without the junk. Great menu. Great prices. Kid friendly. My husband and little one love it as well.
(5)
Randy B.
Swamp people and hunters say that a lot of things taste like chicken: snakes, lizards, alligator, snapping turtles, iguana, pigeon, quail, kangaroo, rabbit, frog, termite, and chicken, of course. While I haven't tried any of these 'other' chicken-like meats, I've also never had any soy-based products that I've liked before. While some were okay in taste (but not texture), others tasted like dog food. Well, until now. yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… Holy freak'n chickin'. I tried 2 items with chickin' -- the Buffalo Boneless Wings ( yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… ), and a Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' sandwich ( yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… ). Each was amazing on its own. The flavor was terrific, and the texture was amazingly close to chicken. Even if you try to tear it (like chicken), you see strands...just like the real thing. It was so good, I might even suggest that I prefer it over the real stuff. It's lean...no chance of gristle, and no chance for raw chicken (which is my all-time hunger killer). The sweet potato fries were as good as your gonna find. The Kale Salad was spectacular also yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… , and beautifully presented. The carrot cake was a healthy piece, decent icing, but the cake was very dry. Lots of other good sounding options on a well-designed menu -- some that are pure and traditional veggie, while others feature their own soy-based products in both chicken and beef options. Service was efficient, friendly, and helpful. Prices are very reasonable, under $10 for any item. The decor is cute, clean, and modern...and this location offers a small outdoor patio. Parking can be a bit challenging to find on your own, but valet is available...shared with the sushi place next door. All in all, a "Berger thumbs-up" for Veggie Grill and their Chickin'.
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Audrey R.
I have only been there once but I must say that the food was great! Customer service was excellent. I am not a vegan but I am considering it if vegan food tastes as good as what the Veggie Grill makes. I would go back again for sure.
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Julia D.
So, I really liked Veggie Grill already before coming to this location. I went to one for the first time in Portland, Oregon over the summer. I have to say, this location is not nearly as fantastic. On almost every level. But I'm just content that they even have a location near to my house so I'm still giving it an enthusiastic four stars. We need more vegan restaurants!! Thank you for existing! Keep it up! =-) I will say, if you are reading this, Encino VG, that here are a three small changes that could really make a difference as to your success: - Have the person taking the orders *not* be the most soft spoken, unsmiling boy in the place. He wasn't rude, but he made me lean way in to hear what he said and that's just plain odd if he's the face of your company as we order and pay. :) The girl who took our plates away was far more friendly and self-confident. We enjoyed asking her questions about your recipes and receiving informed answers. - Train your staff to clean up faster and more thoroughly. a lot of ladies were standing around behind the counter chatting but the floor was visibly dirty (crumbs, crumbs) and some of the booths weren't bussed fast enough for the next wave of costumers to have their pick of seating. - I found a hair in my food. I didn't tell you because, I am not easily made queasy. But seriously. Do you have super untrained teenagers working back there? No hairnets? Do they wash their hands? Do they leave the fridge open too?? Hairs in food may not be in themselves a show-stopper for everyone but it does make one question one's faith in the overall quality of the food. Perhaps it would help to hire a more experienced manager who can just whip the whole place into a productive, energized, friendly, exuberant environment with a standard of excellence we can all be proud to show to our non-veg friends. :) Thanks for the extra guacamole though! You guys were sweetie pies about that.
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Tamy S.
Awesome !!!!!! Veggie Grill is ALWAYS GREAT ! We love the food and we love coming to this Veggie Grill ! So happy to have Vegan food done so very well ! Thank you Veggie Grill ! Wish there was more locations !!!
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R. I. M.
Recently ate here since eating more plant-based foods. Nice extensive menu, they are cognizant of the many dietary limitations people have and staff are very helpful with questions. I enjoyed the Latin Salad and Asparagus soup, both Vegan. Excellent! Certainly a place worthy of future visits. I appreciate that the food is not anymore expensive than most other restaurants in the area.
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Christine A.
Veggie place for this carnivore?! I tried Veggie Grill for the first time. By the name I assumed, "ok, healthy hot spot for gym junkies". I did not realize it was pure vegetarian/vegan food. Not that I am opposed it it, by any means. Upon arrival, I was greeted at the door by two employees who asked, "have you eaten here before?" I would have appreciated at this point, if either of them said this was vegetarian cuisine. My "+1" and I were directed to the lady behind the doors, as she was to explain to guests about the food. She had her back turned to incoming customers, entertaining two guests who seemed like they were playing "20 questions". Annoyed, I just grabbed a menu to peruse myself. As suspected, "ah, healthy stuff!" Everything on the menu seemed to be around $10. Not too bad. Aside from the lack of information from the first three employees, the cashier (sorry, didn't remember his name) and the servers were rockstars! Great attitudes, huge smiles, and just so incredibly nice, wanting to please. Decided on the VG-cheeseburger and side of mac and cheese, because I was famished from a long day at work, I added a side of the cauliflower mashed potatoes (this wasn't part of the complimentary meal). My husband ordered the chipotle bbq sandwich with a side of chili. The inside was packed and a line of people waiting for an opening to sit down. I'm not a fan of outdoor seating (bugs, wind, etc. just isn't appealing while I eat) but that was my only option. Granted it's their second day, and it's uber busy, so I'm not going to knock any points off because of the outside dining. Although it was a windy evening. Food came out promptly. My husband and I stared at the food and then at each other, "I think its vegetarian meat." We shrugged, cut the two burgers in halves and split them so we could each try. VG cheese burger - the veggies (lettuce, tomatoes, onion) were all fresh. The "cheese" was runny, think of a watery nacho cheese. The burger patty wasn't dry like usual veggie patties are. This was nice. All on a wheat bun. Chipotle BBQ sandwich - this was my favorite of the two. I immediately picked up on the portobello mushroom as "the meat". The chipotle sauce had a very nice kick. Spicy, but not lingering. Mac and cheese - the pasta was wheat, with a nice nutty taste to it. The cheese was reminiscent of Velveta shells and cheese, so I was happy. There is a nice crunch from the panko bread crumbs baked on top. Cauliflower mashed potatoes - this was my favorite, "star dish" of the night. There were hints of cauliflower (one of my fave veggies) in this side dish, but not overwhelming. Good balance with the red potatoes. The gravy, was just "eh". Lemonade - oh this is the good stuff. None of that Minute Maid nonsense. This is made on the premises. To my surprise, being the hefty eater that I am. I did not miss the lack of meat, and I was completely full. Which is a surprise to me since I am such a carnivore. So why not 5 stars? Well, I wanted dessert and I was very displeased that the three dessert items had nuts and I do not like the change in texture when nuts are added into cookies or cakes. Oh, and also the parking situation isn't the greatest. Dinner time was "park yourself" but I think lunch time may be valet. First hour is free with validation.
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Natalie K.
Don't get me wrong, I still prefer eating a huge piece of ribeye but for a Vegan restaurant, Veggie Grill is mighty tasty. If all vegetarian/vegan food tastes like this, I wouldn't mind eating this healthy from time to time. I went on the 2nd day of their grand opening with a certificate from yelp. Thank you Brittney for posting the event! My guest and I were treated to a free entree and a drink each. We ended up ordering dessert too. Everyone on the staff was so friendly and they were so organized. The food came out quickly. I was really surprised to see things running so smoothly on just their 2nd day. My friend had their blackened chicken with quinoa and kale.The chicken had a great spicy flavor. Well, it's not really chicken but you know what I mean. My fried chicken with kale and mash potatoes with gravy was delicious! Nothing tasted vegetarian or vegan. The gravy was really creamy. Even their kale salad is pretty delicious. Their carrot cake is really good. I don't know how they made the vegan cream cheese taste so good. The cake itself is amazingly moist and it has the perfect level of sweetness. I'm most impressed with their nutrition information. My fried chicken plate was pretty big and I felt stuffed after eating it. I looked it up and the whole plate was less than 600 calories. There are many items under 500 calories too. I definitely felt healthy yet satisfied. I'm glad Veggie Grill finally opened this location since it's close to where I live. I will definitely be back to grab some healthy meals.
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Rachel R.
I hate to do this to a restaurant chain that I so dearly love, but this location's takeout is abysmal. I've placed several orders through the veggie grill app (which is awesome by the way), picked up, only to notice when I got home that there was something wrong with the order. I almost always order wings and a kale caesar with grilled chick'n. Last time I got this order, the wings were only half dressed in the sauce, and the caesar had NO dressing on it whatsoever. Then this time I ordered the same thing and while the wings were okay, the caesar came without the avocado that's on the menu plus a couple of small crumbles of bacon. It really feels like the management is trying to be stingy on their more expensive ingredients to save a quick buck. But I'm paying full price for something that is incomplete. Unfortunately I'm going to have to go to a different Veggie Grill where they treat their customers better.
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Michelle T.
I have been a customer of this Veggie Grill since it opened and when it first opened it was pretty good. The manager was great, the food was decent, and the place was clean. I don't frequent Veggie Grill all that often now and last night was exactly the reason why. There are always a number of dirty tables waiting to be wiped down, the place smelled like dirty mop (my shoes were sticking to the floor), the bathroom is gross... oh, and the worst part was the food. I got a clump of cold Mac n Cheese as my side. The food actually grossed us out a little. The tomato on the sandwich tasted like it had turned bad and it was all a bit disappointing. I have continued to go to this Veggie Grill because there aren't a ton of vegan options, but just because there are not a ton of vegan options, doesn't mean that I will continue paying approximately 40.00 bucks for two people a visit for bad vegan fast food. Even though there aren't a lot of options for vegans, it doesn't mean we have to settle for less.
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Angela A.
Grand Opening! Food is fresh, tasty, and vegan! This place gets more of a 3.75 stars for food & price and 5 stars for service. The food is good, fresh, feels healthy, but for the price, you're better off going to Whole Foods and making it yourself. Other than fresh & healthy, the flavors don't really offer anything that's extraordinary. But if you can't cook or don't want to cook and don't want a 1300 calorie burger, then Veggie Grill is the place to go!
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Stephanie B.
Wow!!! I'm Southern people and I loved this, seriously. The califlower (faux mashed potatoes) with gravy was great, grilled corn with chipotle mayo and cilantro delicious. Service was efficient and warm. Please do yourself a favor and eat here
(5)
Brett H.
Super good, healthy food. Not many options near Northridge and this is a good one.
(5)
david l.
I've tried most of their menu and the burgers is what I prefer. Food quality is good and the juices are great. I won't leave a long winded review for this place because simply put it's meatless food for the meatfree diet. Is it healthier? Not really but the Portobello burger is one of my favorites here.
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Rez S.
Thank goodness for Veggie Grill. San Fernando Valley doesn't have many vegan restaurants and it's a pleasure to have this Veggie Grill location open up. This place is pretty big, cool and clean. I definitely enjoyed my lunch.
Carnivores and herbavores unite! I love the Veggie Grill. It makes me so happy. I felt so happy and chipper going in before I even ate anything. First off the color scheme of this place is very bright and happy. To go along with this the employees are just as bright and happy. There was someone greeting costumers and opening doors. Then as you walk in someone is their with the menu to make suggestions and what not. The manager even came to the table at one point to ask how we were enjoying our meal and he was uber happy. He made me even more excited for my meal. If there's one thing I love more than food itself it's great customer service. They will take good care of you here. My sister got the Papa's Portbello and I got a Santa Fe Chicken. We also got a parfait to share. The food was amazing. Everything was flavorful and tasted as good as it looked. I kept saying the whole time I can't believe this is vegetarian food. My sister loved her food as well. The next day she was already asking to go back and she rarely likes to eat out. The best part of it all is that this food is healthy! You will leave full but not with a massive food coma. I wish I had tried Veggie Grill sooner. I felt energized after leaving Veggie Grill. Parking at this specific location is only free for the first hour. There is street parking but only after 6 on weekdays.
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Talar A.
Being a vegetarian i was excited to try this spot- esp after all the hype on Yelp. The customer service was excellent and everyone is friendly. The place is clean, modern, and well designed. Unfortunately the food was a bit disappointing- I've only been there once so maybe there was an ingredient missing from my "Savory Kale salad" which was not very savory at all! The sweetheart fries were my fave, and the side kale salad that comes with the burger is much tastier than the one I tried. My friend had the Grillin chicken and he wasn't too impressed either. If you come here try the fries, mac and cheese and if you like dark chocolate the chocolate pudding parfait (my fave part of the meal). Maybe I'll be back, but most likely I won't.
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Hungry P.
Ambience: Very casual place. You order in line. Then someone brings the food to your table. It has a nice outdoor seating area. Great for the warmer months. Parking is fairly easy. The place validates when the parking lot is charging so you don't have to pay. Just don't forget to ask for the validation! Thai Chikn Salad: The textured vegetable protein is lightly breaded and grilled which adds to the quinoa and cabbage in the salad. The mandarin oranges and wonton strips give it a rich Asian salad taste without all the calories. Too bad the restaurant is filthy because this dish is really good. Sweetheart Fries: The sweet potatoes are not overly grilled and you can indicate how much seasoning you want added. I actually like them more than the ones at Lyfe kitchen. Once again, it's a shame this establishment is so dirty, otherwise it would be five stars. Cleanliness: This is where the place falls short and loses all of its stars. The tables and chairs have crumbs on them and you have to clean them off before you sit down. Okay I can live with that. It's obviously not the Ritz. What I can't live with are when plates have dried food particles from previous diners. Maybe the dishwasher was broken that day? I asked one of the ladies behind the counter for more dishes thinking that the ones I had were the only ones with the problem. However, every dish she gave me had food particles. Although I enjoyed the food, I didn't enjoy the dirty dishes. I won't be coming back.
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Ej F.
I ate and actually enjoyed kale. Wow! (+) Cauli mashed potatoes w/ porcini mushroom gravy on the Crispy Chikin' Plate, and it tasted like chicken... very close (+) Pomegranate green tea, strawberry lemonade (+) Service was top notch, maybe because it is new but hopefully it keeps up that high quality of friendliness and attentiveness (+) Free dessert for our first visit (chocolate pudding parfait). cool gesture but it was too rich Next time I'm trying carrot cake and sweetheart (sweet potato) fries! Prices are pretty reasonable and there's plenty of tables both inside and out. FYI, there's a parking lot that is accessible up on Rubio Ave and Veggie Grill validates.
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John G.
BEST food we've had in a LOONG time. First time trying vegetarian food, loved it!
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Danielle N.
I continuously have wonderful experiences here. This has become one of my regular spots. I have been to other Veggie Grills, but none match the service at this location. I want to note two employees specifically, Christian and Stephanie, for their outstanding service. I truly feel valued as a customer, and their great attitudes and service encourage my consistent patronage of this restaurant. Seriously, after a long day at work who doesn't want delicious vegan mashed potatoes served by a friendly staff? The crispy chk'n plate... oh my goodness. I tried the Bombay Bowl after they had suggested it, and OH MY GOODNESS. Everything is so good. I also recommend the butternut velvet soup. I love you Veggie Grill!!!
(5)
Quan D.
Happened upon this location on their opening day. It was my first time dining at a Veggie Grill, but not my first foray into vegetarian/vegan food places. I found the food here to be very excellent, the service quick and friendly, and the ambiance a joy. The location is very convenient for the Valley and has a lot of seating inside and out. I like the decor it is very warm and the big windows give it a very nice natural and warm feeling. The food is delicious! If you've never had true vegetarian food, you're in for a treat. You wouldn't even know that it's not really meat. We started with the Crispy Chickin' Wings: Chill Out flavor. The 'wings' come unsauced but with two dipping sauces. I found these to be delicious. They were light and didn't leave you full like normal nuggets would and the sauces were a great flavor. For entrees we enjoyed the Papa's Portobello and the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin'. The Portobello was very roundly flavored with a bit of sweetness. It's a juicy sandwich so it can get a little messy, but the flavor very nice. A nice thick head of mushroom and savory toppings. The Santa Fe was very nicely put together but was lacking a little in the flavor; I think some more sauce would help that sandwich out a lot. But it was very light as well and was satisfying but not stuffing. Overall this was a very good experience and I would definitely come back for some more! The All Hail Kale salad sounds awesome and I gotta try their 'crab' cake!
(4)
Niki Z.
Obsessed with veggie grill! Their salads are tiny for the price but other than that I'm never disappointed. Pomegranate green tea there is one of my favorite drinks ever :)
(4)
Holli D.
This place is a chain, but the quality is good and the food is wonderful. The prices are reasonable and they have a rewards program. The deep fried cauliflower and the chikin sandwich are amazing. I like the fact they also have a seasonal menu
(5)
Kara B.
Every time I've been here, food has been incredibly delicious! I don't get to go often but I've always enjoyed their burgers. Place is cute and staff has always been so nice. It's definitely worth trying... Meat eaters AND vegetarians :)
(5)
Griselda M.
My friend took me to this spot and I am immediately in love! It was Sunday around 11am and the place was absolutely empty, which I don't mind. Our food was cooked and delivered in a timely manner as well. I got the Bombay bowl and the curry sauce was absolutely delicious. Veggies weren't tender but I don't mind since I love the crunchy taste, it was a great variety of veggies under a bed of quinoa! The drinks at this location are all teas, no soda or that yucky stuff. I got the ginger hibiscus one and it was to die for! Caffeine free too for all my folk who can't sip on tea for that purpose. I will definitely be going to this spot more frequently.
Please open a location in the EAST Valley! NoHo or Studio City please! Encino is a trek. I'd be there everyday! Ok, for those of you that say the food is bland, you're not trying the right things. They have things that are awesome and then some things that are not so much. Stick with me and you'll get the good stuff. Awesome: Buffalo wings, Crispy Chicken Plate, and if you're feeling healthy, Blackened tempeh chicken, grilled cookie (make sure they truly grill it), Buffalo miniwrap, cauli-mashed potatoes and gravy. Start with those. Not so awesome: They still need to work on their BBQ Beef. Maybe it needs more sauce, but pretty bland.
(4)
Ronald B.
Been here three times. Got the santa fe chickin', crispy chickin', and chickin' plate. Suffice to say, I love their chickin' dishes. It's a combination of soy, tofu, and peas, but it tastes like a better version of the real thing. I've never had any vegan food prior to my time at the Grill, but if all of it tasted like this, I could easily be converted. The tea selection (ginger! hibiscus!) is also commendable. The gentleman who took our orders was kind, polite, and savvy. The ambience is very modern and trendy. I'd gladly go again, and I think I'll keep going until I've had everything this healthy, happy establishment has to offer.
(5)
Laura B.
Dude.. I don't even know how to word this. I think I go here 3 times a week..and I almost always get the Buffalo Wings, Mac N Cheese, and onion rings- total fat vegan status. But they do have healthier options!! Anyway, I feel like there has to be crack in the food because I feel like I would cry without it. I love Veggie Grill. AND everyone in there is the coolest most relaxed and helpful person they could possibly be... basically I want to live here. Get the buffalo wings with Mac and Cheese!!!!!!
(5)
J. William W.
Not sure how good the food is, they are taking forever to bring food out. So much so I have all this time to give this low review. When folks walked in and received food after me it was it. Talked to waitress and the food magically shows up in a few minutes. She knew I was not feeling the situation. So she came back with some free meal cards. People next were complaining same time as me. Unorganized in kitchen? Not my first time here so I'll give them another chance to redeem theirselves but not cool bro, not cool at all.
(2)
Lucia S.
Love this place!! The wings are awesome and so are the onion rings!! I haven't tried anything I didn't like. However the chilli was more like tomato paste but still tasty :)
(5)
Agnes K.
Portobello mushroom burger rocks! Buffalo chicken salad ROcks! COle slaw as well. Cant wait to go back ! If it was closer I would go every day.
(5)
Marty C.
2 months later and that wall is still very gross. I sat by the window in the Northeast corner. Gross, dirty, filthy. Someone please take a wet rag and wipe along that rail / wall once a day. PLEASE improve cleanliness so I can feel comfortable eating at this location.
(1)
Brittany M.
One of my favorite restaurants! Not only is it cheap, but its delicious and definitely a way better option than eating out other places. I recently became a vegetarian and I can come here and not worry about what to eat AND I don't have to compromise taste. Everything here is absolutely delicious! I also love their teas, please never get rid of your teas!
(5)
L v.
I was so impressed with how Tania, the new manager, bent over backwards to make up for our negative experience. We really want to thank her and are so happy that our faith in Veggie Grill has been restored! Anyone can make a mistake, but it's how you move forward that will leave a lasting impression. Thank you, Tania, and thank you, Veggie Grill.
(5)
Lazlo T.
I love this place and i'm not a vegetarian... Everything ive had has been pretty good and not in a fake food way, In a real food way.. American Stack was great (when it was on the menu) and all their chicken sandwichs are delicious also... Sweet Heart fries also, its not on the menu but you can get a 1/2 order....Oh and the soup... not sure how they get the "Beefy" flavor in their barley soup... I dont think they have soda but i know they have beer... Worst part is the parking, you have to get your ticket stamped if you park in the lot they share with Katsua.... Yeah sometimes their slow and the tables need cleaning off but its still worth the visit, i've always had a few clean tables to choose from..
(4)
Randy and Sarita S.
Trying out vegan possibilities and this place was fantastic in both flavor, options and price. I would only suggest that you ask for ALL sauces and dressings on the side. I got the kale salad and it was really good. I didn't notice the overly generous amount of "bacon bits" croutons and "dressing" beneath the first layer. WAY more than I would want (I picked out most of it). The staff are patient and friendly. I bring this up because I've experienced a "snooty level" at vegan/vegetarian dining establishments (and I sure wish that would stop). We weren't sure what to get (THERE IS A LOT TO CHOOSE FROM). Dined on a Friday afternoon about 11:30am. Place was just getting rolling for the lunch crowd. The drink section was really delicious too. I had the lemonade - not too sweet. I tried the strawberry lemonade and it was VERY sweet. They had 3 other tea options and filtered water. Really cool. It was clean and up beat. I'm definitely going back again to try another option. My lunch date got a "chicken" sandwich and she are every morsel including the slaw on the side. It looked delicious. She's not vegan and couldn't believe she wasn't actually eating chicken. We asked the (very polite) server what the "chicken was" and she confirmed NOT chicken! I also got a side order of the cauliflower mashed potatoes. DELISH!! I got the gravy on the side. Parking is a bit tough. I parked (they give 1 hour validation) behind the building. I went over my 1 hour and it cost me $1.50 more (not sure how much over I went). Overall I would definitely visit again and/or try other Veggie Grill establishments.
(4)
Orsolya D.
I'm what I call to dub, " Almost Vegetarian". What the heck am I talking about? I just mean that I eat Vegetarian 99% of the time. Thus, when choosing a meal, I would without a doubt opt for a vegetarian place. Enter Veggie Grill. Veggie Grill is a heaven for vegetarians or vegans. I have been here a few times now (and will be back as I scored 18 gift cards!!!) and have enjoyed both the customer service and the food. The proof that it is great? My meat-loving boyfriend who is certainly a "manly eater" even approves of Veggie Grill. Upon arriving at Veggie Grill, you will feel like you stepped into a giant salad bowl because of the shiny brown wood details, bright orange and green paints, and fresh, airy layout. Ordering takes place at the counter and there is no menu board so beware of those awkward moments of having to let the person behind you go ahead while you decide on your order. The counter person/cashier on duty has always been kind and very knowledgeable plus willing to substitute items in order to satisfy your needs. While waiting for your food, indoor and outdoor seating is available (although it fills up fast at times). During each of my experiences, Veggie Grill did take some extra time to prepare the food (it isn't prepared ahead of time) but it is worth the wait. Plus, the amazing assortment of drinks available for sipping (peach tea, pomegranate green tea, unsweetened tea, and strawberry lemonade) will help with the lag. How is the food? Terrific! I have tried the Carne Asada (grilled veggie steak, Mexican spices, red onion, lettuce, tomato, and spicy vegan mayo on a wheat bun --$8.95) which I asked bunless and served on kale. This comes with a side of red cabbage slaw or chili which I substituted for quinoa. It was AMAZING! Best carne asada, ever! Papa's Portabello Sandwich (grilled mushroom, tomato, basil & garlic pomodoro, caramelized onion, pesto, red onion, and chipotle ranch) is equally heavenly and perfect while the All Hail Kale salad (marinated kale and red cabbage, corn salsa, agave-roasted walnuts with ginger-papaya vinaigrette -- $8.95) has been my go-to salad 12 times now! I seriously have eaten it 12 times and never tire of it! The Santa Fe Crispy Chicken sandwich (fried"chicken", lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado, and spicy vegan mayo -- $8.95) isn't my favorite choice BUT Veggie Grill uses Gardein brand "chicken" which is my favorite chicken substitute! Having a sweet tooth craving? Try the Carrot Cake (fresh carrots, walnuts, and vegan cream cheese frosting -- $3.50). The desserts are made without eggs, no refined sugar, and no animal fats and yet: this is God-sent carrot cake! I can't begin to explain how amazing it is! Again, my boyfriend who eats ALL sugars and fats is even in love with it. As I've mentioned, customer service is great. The staff is always quite friendly and quick to help: I had a catering order for 20 people and was not only served EVERYTHING that the catered lunch would need from napkins to salad tongs to serving utensils; but was also helped by an employee to carry it all to my car. The bulk food stayed fresh all day and even days afterwards for leftovers and Veggie Grill didn't skimp on salad toppings, cake slice pieces, etc. I would definitely recommend it for an event or work lunch. Kids will also be satisfied with healthy meals of a kid-friendly entree, side, drink, and dessert for only $5.95! Speaking of prices, all meals are under $10! Healthy and inexpensive! Veggie Grill has a paid parking lot, however they validate for an hour. Although a little slow on the service; Veggie Grill offers delicious and healthy food without busting your wallet. If my boyfriend is any indication: even your meat-eating friends will love it!
(4)
Nancy N.
My daughter and I are in love with this place!! The food is delicious and the carrot cake is to die for! We recently became vegetarian about 4 months ago and every time I come here the food is delicious and I don't have to worry about any animal products. & the best part is the customer service here is awesome! The employees are very helpful and extremely respectful.. This is one of my favorite spots!!
(5)
Christina N.
I finally got to try the Veggie Grill in my area! I was soooo excited, I've literally have been begging someone to take me there since it opened up. This was my second time trying a Veggie Grill in general but I still loved it! It's very spacious inside and everyone is happy and will happily help you if you don't know what to get. I had the thai chicken wrap with a side of red cabbage.. delicious! My friend ordered the santa fe chicken as a wrap with a side of chili, also delicious! You can't go wrong with this place!
(5)
Amy B.
Iv been here a couple times in the past few weeks since getting a new job in the area. Each visit was very pleasant. The staff is friendly, food comes out fast and has taste great each time. I highly suggest the Santa Fe crispy chicken sandwich. I think it's a good/safe goto if it's your first visit, it's freaken delicious! :)
(4)
Stephanie W.
Love Veggie Grill! Their food is delicious and they're always coming up with new menu items. Glad they opened up this location since it's close to me. I wish they would open up more spots in the Valley. If you go, make sure to get their buffalo "wings" and VG rollers...my faves!
(5)
Danielle R.
My sister was going through a vegetarian phase and I'm always down for a good vegan restaurant, so we decided to check out this place which is not too far from us. I used to LOVE chicken patties when I was younger but now eating a real, live chicken grosses me out for some reason. That day I was craving a spicy, chicken-like burger without all the nasties. I decided on the Buffalo Bomber with coleslaw. My sister ordered first and immediately the lady at the counter suggested something else to her (the honesty is much appreciated by the way). My sister ended up getting the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' with fries at the cashier's suggestion. Then the cashier asked me what I got and told me that it was a good choice... Yay! :) both of our burgers were awesome and my sister even commented that it tasted just like chicken. Having eaten many vegetarian/vegan patties/meats in my life I could tell that it wasn't real meat but I prefer it that way. Who needs McDonald's when you've got a MUCH HEALTHIER VEGAN alternative?!?!?! Nobody that's who. Love you veggie grill!
(5)
Linda K.
My first time here one of my vegan friends suggested I try this place. I'm glad I did buffalo chicken wings taste amazing and hits the spot. This place is very clean and very welcoming plus one hours free with validation!!!
(4)
Duke R.
The food's pretty good if you're a vegan - great variety. But my main issue is the service - just about every time I've ordered takeout here, they forget something. Tonight I ordered 2 kale Ceasar salads, and they forgot the tempeh bacon on both. So now it's gotten to the point where not only do I have to check my order, but I now have to check the ingredients of each item. Come on, Veggie Grill!
(3)
Sarah L.
Veggie Grill is a great vegetarian chain restaurant that offers fresh, tasty and reasonably priced food. They have a large menu filled with sides, salads, burgers, sandwiches, tacos and wraps. My favorite item to order is the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' with sweet potato fries. I guess this dish is not the healthiest item on the menu since it is all fried. Oh well. Sometimes veggie proteins can have a weird after taste but I found that Veggie Grill does not have that. The restaurant is clean and everyone working there is very friendly and check on you during your meal.
(4)
Dennis N.
I usually dislike eating kale in general; but their all hail kale was awesome. I like all their sandwiches and wraps especially their "fish" tacos and crab cake sandwich. The down side is it's a little pricey but with good choices on the menu. There is valet parking during the day at the back, but you can validate your parking validation at the restaurant for a free 1 hr parking. The servers were nice and helpful.
(4)
John R.
I'm not vegan and I love the buffalo bomber here! It's delicious! This has now become one of my places to go to! Inside was clean and our waitress with the glasses was very helpful and nice.
(5)
Gina J.
I love red meat...and chicken...and fish. That said, Veggie Grill is really freaking good! My vegetarian coworker always raved about this place, so once this one opened by my house, I thought I'd give it a try. I got the B-Wing salad and the chocolate pudding parfait. One of my biggest guilty pleasures is a basket of buffalo wings. I look forward to licking all that deliciously spicy sauce off my fingers. This salad plays to the buffalo chicken very well. On taste and texture, this 'chicken' is pretty damn good. The only way I could actually tell the difference was that this 'meat' didn't shred the way chicken usually does. The salad has carrots and celery (to go along with the buffalo chicken theme) as well as avocado. I loved this salad! It's vegetarian without the FEELING of it being vegetarian. Now, on to the chocolate pudding parfait. IN-FREAKING-CREDIBLE. The pudding is nice and smooth without being overwhelmingly rich. You get some nice crunchy texture from the cookie crumbles, and also a nice sweet tang from the whipped cream. I could've had another 5 of those. Such a great dessert! I'm not much of a soda drinker, but I noticed that their beverage selection is limited to water, iced teas, and lemonades. I didn't try any of them, but next time I'm here (there will definitely be a next time), I'm going for the strawberry lemonade. This place is a little hidden. I drove right by it without realizing it was there. It's by the Katsu-Ya, so look out for it. Parking in the back can be a little crowded, but the one hour of free parking with validation is a nice plus.
(5)
Sunny T.
Great food but the lack of stars was the server spilled ketchup all over my wife's pants and didn't do anything to make it right. The person in the front also had attitude issues but again Im saying the food was good. Im giving one more try and we will see from there.
(3)
Stan C.
We went for a quick lunch. We each ordered the mushroom burger. I had it on a bun, my wife with no bun. Each was excellent. I had the sweet potato fries as a side (an extra charge for those but worth it). We ate on the patio which is on a walkway on the side of the restaurant. Unlike many of the restaurant patios in the Valley, the patio was not on the street, so no exhaust fumes and no pedestrian traffic to put up with. The service was very pleasant (you order at the counter and they bring your order to the table when it is ready). Over all, a very positive inexpensive informal dining experience.
(4)
Mr B.
Consistency is KING and you will find the KING AND THE QUEEN at this place! First off , FREE PARKING. Free validation in the back. Great Staff , always friendly, always with a smile- ALWAYS. Every location- These people know how to train their staff, bottom line. Food is KILLER! ALWAYS! Always great, Always leaving satisfied. ALWAYS Clean! Everywhere. Even the fucking bathroom. I would eat my meal in the bathroom to prove to you how clean this place is. I am not going to lie though, its fucking expensive...but get over that. you shouldn't be eating out if you are not ready to get hit with 12$ entree prices. 3 Favorites: 1. All American Stack with Sweetheart Fries (Get Extra Ranch with your fries! ) 2. Savory Kale Caesar - Its new and kicks butt 3. All Hail Kale Salad - AWESOME I cant get enough of this place and I am super happy its not in the valley, I was a huge fan of the hollywood locations but now don't have to drive an hour in traffic to eat at my favorite veggie spot. Cheers Veggie Grill! Hope you keep growing!
(5)
Mimi S.
I've stayed away from Here because I was told it's deceivingly expensive. But I went the other day and spent less than $8 and was very satisfied with my meal. My friend however did unintentionally spend $20 by adding fries, salad, drink and cookie to her order.
(5)
Vee D.
So I get these coupons in mail. I had never heard of this restaurant and I'm not a vegan, so I really wasn't sure what to expect. But one day I was kind of broke, & I noticed I had a coupon for a free sandwich. I went ahead and gave it a shot. Oh. My. Gosh. This place is amazing. I was wholly shocked by how good the food was especially since it is mostly vegan, I think. Highly recommended. Kind of hard to find, though. It is across from Tony Roma's on Ventura Blvd. and its good. So try it!
(4)
M M.
Just tried this place for the first time. I tend to choose healthier options in general; this place definitely offers plenty of those! It's a vegan place, so there are no meat or dairy products here. I had the harvest bowl. It was okay - nothing to scream about. But I'm willing to try other options given that they are healthy and fairly affordable.
(3)
B F.
Awesome plant-based fast food that's definitely a cut above your ordinary fast food! The crispy "chicken" will satisfy even the pickiest omnivore, and there are so many unique creations, including seasonal dishes. I just met the new manager, Jesse, who's on a mission to improve any former deficiencies at this location, so I'm sure it's worth a retry if you had any less-than-excellent experiences before. Delicious and nutritious!
(5)
Jennifer H.
I have been a regular customer for quite some time but I am done. They regularly get my order wrong. I order by phone then go to the phone order line expecting to be expedited only to be ignored for a good 15 minutes while I watch employees milling around without even acknowledging my presence when the store is not even busy. I found what might have been hair in one of my orders. I'm not going back.
(1)
Cher A.
I am totally addicted to this place. I eat here at least 3 times a week and I love it. It is quick, healthy and their service is great. Every staff member I have encountered is polite and seems happy to be there. My non-vegan friends never mind accompanying me to this place because the food has pretty good flavor. They have access to all of the ingredients in their food online and if you are gluten free you can order the burgers kale-style or substitute tempeh which is what I do. If you only have 20 minutes this is one of those places that is as quick as Paquito Mas across the street. The parking lot only validates for an hour which is also a good thing to remember. The only downside form this place is that they don't serve any hot beverages. I have brought a few people there that were disappointed they couldn't get a coffee after their meal (which is to be expected for a vegan place) but it would be nice if they at least had some herbal hot teas. Still, definitely a place I never say no to!
(5)
Candace L.
I'm a creature of habit and perhaps that's why I like the Hollywood location much better than this one. I had heard this opened and since I live in the valley and only a few miles down Ventura - I figured I could get my VG fix and drive over here to check them out. Maybe they are still working out the "just opened" kinks but the service seemed a lot different than Hollywood. Tables needing to be cleared and cleaned, food taking awhile to come out, very long slow moving line to order (luckily we missed this, but it was observed). Inside just feels a bit stuffy. The menu is the same - tasty as always! The buffalo wings and Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich are still my go to items. Parking is in back and free with one hour validation. I'll stick to the VG by my office - there's something I just don't care for with this location.
(3)
Aziz Z.
Great service, clean atmosphere, and tasty food. This Restaurant offers a wide variety of Vegan/Vegetarian food e.g. burgers, chicken sandwiches, buffalo wings, and desserts. This location in particular is the newest in the Valley which makes it very easy for those who live in the area already and those who are used to going to the branch in Santa Monica. The service is great and attentive to the customers needs; every couple of minutes there is someone to come check up on you, to make sure that everything is going alright. In addition, the restaurant is very clean, organized and well put together. Lastly the food is great, many different options, all of which are healthy so there is no guilty feelings afterwards. Furthermore, I will most definitely be coming back to this location for all of the reasons listed above (not to mention its pretty near to my home)
(5)
Pete S.
Came here for their opening day yesterday, man it was packed! First of all, parking: If you want to park here, Veggie Grill validates first hour. Great deal because with the exception of yesterday, it usually comes out pretty fast. If you want to park on the street, read the signs but we did park in the residential area since it was after 6pm. It was a short walk. As you come in, I have to say the design of this place is really awkward. How so? Well, it was incredibly narrow if you were waiting in line. Side by side wise, it's difficult to fit two people in the lane. If you want to walk to the bathroom, you pass the cashiers down the hall. Another strange tidbit, the men's restroom has a lock while the women's restroom does not. Huh? You would think its the other way around since men are sterotypically faster? As for the food, it is incredibly good. I've never been disappointed with the taste and the quality of food. I usually get the All Hail Kale salad (The best thing since sliced bread but probably not the best comparison) but decided to try the Baja Salad. It was just as good. Food tasted fresh as always. Even the kids meal is tasty. Yesterday however, we had some hiccups with our order. We had the food voucher invites and we had kids with us. I've been to a couple of these Grand Openings and had the free food vouchers but never had to pay. Yesterday was the first time I had to shell out $6 per kid. Not a big problem but I would've rather given the money to the workers as tip. Another hiccup was the kids meals we ordered didn't include the usual wiki sticks kids toys. So I had to make a few trips to the front counter and ask. Speaking of the front counter, I went numerous times. I was missing sauce, my kids order wasn't correct. To get to the front, you have to bypass the drinks station area which was kind of chaotic because that's the same place where people get their food to go and thats also where the food comes out. Luckily for me, Kelly who works here made it easy. Whatever I needed, she got for me since she was like the lookout person for missing goods. So after a few times up to the counter, I finally got what I needed. Of course, after that ordeal, few other workers came by including the GM Anthony to check up on us. (I was the one who asked for the comment card). All was good from then on. So just minor hiccups but I believe it was not a five star experience only because I've been to a couple other grand openings for comparison purposes. Your staff here are incredibly upbeat and friendly. I just wanted to share that. Congrats on opening another location guys. I saw Kevin, one of the founders there but didn't have time to say Hi. You guys do rock for having such a great product and I will always be a loyal fan.
(4)
Aya T.
I came here with my complimentary entree + drink offer. When I arrived, this place was packed. I was lucky to not wait in line or wait for the tables. Because 5 minutes later, there were long line and people were looking for the tables. The workers were so nice and welcoming. I remember more than 5 different workers greeting "Hi, how are you doing?". I've been to other veggie grill locations so I know their food. Every time I go to Veggie Grill, I love the food. Their food is healthy and delicious. This time I ordered blackened chickin' plate (kale, pilaf, chicken). The dressing for the kale was tasty. I think my chicken was little spicy. I didn't think it was spicy while I was eating but after I finished eating, my mouth was little spicy. No matter what you order, nothing greasy or high calories. Highly recommended to weight watchers.
(5)
Nicole U.
I am a fan. Super tasty, easy and fast good for you food.This place is always packed but the wait for food does not seem to take very long. I love the bright decor of the restaurant. I had the buffalo chick'n salad with a green tea. The salad was huge and had so many chick'n strips...I was pleasantly surprised. Wing sauce was tangy and hot which paired well with the creamy ranch dressing. My salad was loaded with fresh lettuces, avocado and celery. Nice crunch.
(4)
Sandy P.
Been craving the bombay bowl and sweet potato fries here like crazy multiple times a week. This food pumps you up with energy after you eat it. Really happy they're in our neighborhood. There was one time I had a problem with my order and the manager (I believe his name was Greg) overcompensated for the problem. He did not get off the phone with me until he made sure that I was happy and until he had assured me that he would fix the problem in the future. Love you guys!
(5)
Eric B.
I love the Bombay bowl. I travel daily and need good spots with non GMO, gluten free dishes and Veggie grill is my favorite. This location has free parking validation which is great on Ventura blvd. Being that I eat a plant based diet this is my go to spot. There are locations all around and it's tasty. Occasionally I get the sweet potato fries. Veggie Grille is awesome and I highly recommend!
(5)
Gigi D.
Yay for the Veggie Grill. The VG Cheeseburger was so delicious. And OMG the Sweetheart fries with that Chipotle sauce... it was like a little slice of heaven. The service was excellent and Carly was so very helpful in helping us to decide what we wanted. All if the staff there were so friendly and they were SWAMPED!!! I can't wait to go back and try the Santa Fe Crispy Chicken sandwich next time and the mac-n-cheese. Looking at all the food going by, everything looked so tasty.... Oh and as good as the food was, I look at my bottle of Margo's dark rootbeer and what does it say on the label??? All proceeds go to help animal shelters. How cool is that? All in all, it was great food, great atmosphere. This is definitely a place I will come back to again.
(5)
Nancy T.
Absolutely LOVE the layout of this particular location. So new and clean! Their outdoor patio is especially awesome, although it's too hot to sit outside in the Valley in the summer heat. The employees here are super friendly. The food is consistently good - exactly what I've come to expect from the Irvine location, which I've been frequenting for years. We ordered some of our favorites here: crispy chick'n sandwich, VG nachos, sweet potato fries, and "fish" tacos. Everything tasted just as good as I remember it, except the "fish" tacos were a bit overly "fishy" if you know what I mean - personally don't prefer that, but they still tasted VERY similar to real fish. It's amazing what this place does with veggies - seriously, most of the stuff pretty much tastes like the real thing. I was also pleasantly surprised to discover that they replaced one of their teas with an organic herbal ginger tea that's caffeine-free! It's pretty tasty and a welcome change from the peach iced tea, which was overly sweet in my opinion. Lovin' this new location, EXCEPT for the carrot cake. Although VG's carrot cake is definitely one of my absolute favorites, this location totally oversweetens their carrot cake. I wonder what's the deal?! Both Irvine locations always have consistently perfect carrot cake, so not sure what's up with it at this location...but hope they fix this soon!
(4)
Mark C.
The GM Anothony and his staff were friendly and delivered great service. The food is delicious and surprisingly the chicken wings were amazing.
(5)
Daniel J.
My favorite restaurant! The food is amazing and the staff is so polite and welcoming. The manager Lindsay/Lindsey (sp?) always greets me by name and there is also this one Aussie guy (forgetting his name atm-- apologies) who is so cordial, you always end up feeling like you're a part of the family. I am vegan, but for meat eaters trying the place, I highly recommend the Buffalo Bomber. Though, to be honest, everything I and even my carnivorous friends have tried is great! I have half a mind to quit my job and open one of these places just to eat their food all the time. Yes-- its that good. :)
(5)
Brenda N.
I love the food and service at this place. I've been here twice already. Once at the opening and another time for lunch with friends. The food is delicious and it even got my meet lover friend on board. The service is fast and friendly. We got our food within five minutes of ordering. Everything tasted great. The guy taking our order was helpful and made good suggestions, since I told him that it was my friends' first time there. I really like this place and would recommend it to anyone, even if they're not vegetarian. (:
(5)
Nari L.
Great food here~ I got the Kale Caesar Salad which was amazing! I can't wait to come back to try other things here. The only downside is that I found an eyelash in my dish. But they discarded it and made me a new one right away. I'll def be back here! Free parking in the back with 1 hour validation!
(5)
Anne A.
Veggie Grill took over the local Baja Fresh. A little sad, but I haven't eaten at a Baja Fresh in such a long time and noticing that they're slowing shutting down store by store. At the recommendation of my co-worker, I had lunch at Veggie Grill today with an open mind. Not being a vegetarian or a vegan, I was still open to trying out. As I usually do, I asked my "what do you recommend" question. The friendly woman at the register gladly made some recommendation from the sandwich section, appetizer, and salad section. I went with the kale salad topped with "chickin" wings and bottomless variety of flavored iced tea and lemonade. I and probably with three glasses of strawberry lemondade and pomegranate iced tea. While devouring my tasty kale salad, I thought to myself, I can easily make this dish. Yes, I can, but do I have the time? Most of the time, no. Veggie Grill to the rescue! Total $17 with $2 tip. Free 1 hour parking. Would I come back, definitely yes! I felt good after my meal -- and enjoyed "clean eating." Highly recommended local vegan/vegetarian fast food chain restaurant! Excellent attention and service for a fast food restaurant. Whenever I feel like "cleansing" or eating healthy, this is my neighborhood spot.
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Ani M.
Every year around Easter my brother and I go on a strict lent where we are not allowed to eat meat, dairy, or alcohol the week of ash Wednesday all the way to the saturday before Easter. This year was my first year trying Veggie grill thanks to a recommendation made by a waiter at an Italian restaurant where I couldn't eat anything( tear tear) The parking is tricky here, or maybe I'm just slow but I ended up parking at the bank of america parking lot, then getting scared and bringing my car to their parking lot after asking one of their cashiers.I got the buffalo burger for myself which was good. A month into my lent and I was looking for another flavor in my mouth besides veggies, hummus, and anything else that is vegetable related. Their fries are awesome! I would eat them outside of my diet, they are so good! I also loved the portobelo fries and the fried cauliflower. Definitely going to remember this place for next year and the years to come. I just wish they had more locations as this one is 30 min away from my house and the 405 traffic isn't exactly my idea of a good way to waste time.
(4)
Dominic P.
Love this chain. Sodium will still get you, but much easier on the kidneys than processed meat or chicken. Friendly service with a clean environment.
(5)
Jennifer H.
I love VG and was excited to see a valley location but having been burnt every time I order here I need to finally post it. I have tried this location six times in the last 4 months and each time my order had some issue. While the issues were of varying degrees, it was always consistent that something would be wrong. Be careful if you get takeout - one time the soup cup was literally only 60% full (cheap!), another time they forgot to give me the soup entirely, separate visit I paid extra for a topping and of course it was not added, saw my dessert didn't have walnuts after they specifically asked if I wanted them and I said Yes, etc. etc. They also take forever, even if you call an order in. The extra star was for their management recognizing the poor service and making efforts to improve it.
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Marc G.
Very clean... Not sure why this stood out, but it did... Spotless... but then again it is brand new, so... The staff were all super nice... the ice tea was great... and the food was really pretty good, especially knowing that you are eating healthy. I had the Grillin' Chickin Sandwich, which was filling and tasty... and the chili, which was excellent. I also tried some of the quinoa, which was good. I like that grain. But the steamed kale was just okay, definitely on the boring side. This is a nice change of pace and a good way to keep your Meatless Mondays... or whatever day you choose.
(4)
Heidi A.
Always great! Customer service is spot on! Food is absolutely delicious! Can't get enough! Carrot Cake is a must!
(5)
Rihan K.
I went to the Westwood one couple days ago and i was glad to hear they one in Encino it was also great I had the Buffalo Bomber it was amazing!!! The Drinks are good too they have legit drinks not now pepsi or sprite they good organic iced teas WILL DEF COME BACK A++++++
(5)
Leron R.
The Bombay Bowl is, the BOMB (its on the NEW menu) Love the kick to the buffalo wings. That spicy buffalo sauce needs to be bottled up and sold in stores; II'd pour it on everything. Their BBQ sauce is really good too. It's a good place to bring non-vegans to help them ease into a healthier lifestyle. If I recall correctly one of their employees said that their clientele is 70% nonvegans, so that says a lot.
(5)
Robyn S.
This is one of my absolute favorite places to eat, if only there was a location a little closer to my home. The Sweetheart Fries and the SAUCE, don't forget the sauce, are both very very good. I also recommend the Bali Bliss burger (which I get on a bed of cooked kale), Cauli-Mashed Potatoes, Mac-n-Cheese, any of their iced teas and their Chocolate Pudding Parfait. Now I'm SUPER hungry!!!
(4)
Martin K.
Great Food if you are not in the mood for meats! We like it! It's a great option for once in a while. Mix the fountain drinks to your leasure! The "Tempe" was not my thing. The Salads are a lot of fun!
(4)
Kat D.
I absolutely love this restaurant. The food is so fresh and healthy for such reasonable prices. The staff was so welcoming and patient with us since it was our first time there. Definitely recommend the Quinoa Power Salad. Will be back for sure!
(5)
Kat A.
I am NOT a vegan, and really not a huge fan of vegan food usually, but I am obsessed with this place. The food is 5 stars. Everything I have gotten has blown my mind. The santa fe chicken sandwich, the sweet potato fries, Fiesta salad, and the yummy strawberry lemonade and teas. The people who work there are SOOOO nice and friendly and always smiling. This place rules.
(5)
Massage By Dana A.
How fun! Healthy and creative food, trendy atmosphere, excellent service and d e l i c i o u s vegan food! Im going back there soon.
(5)
Estefania J.
Love this place. Great customer service . Got the santa fe "chicken" , so good even my meat eating friends loved it. Personally don't recommend anything w cheese. I find it chewy and to be honest completely gross. I love the carrot cake; great tasting and the icing isn't too sweet. Snap a pic of your receipt and rack points in the app!
(5)
Linda M.
Awesome Veggan Place!!! Love Love there Food!!! Absolutely NO MEATS NO MILK NO EGG!! Great location with indoor and outdoor seating, nice and clean. I like there "chicken" sticks with buffalo sauce, deff. Recommend there "chicken" replaced buns with Kale style and there coleslaw :):) yummu#! Great place for vegans like me!
(5)
Mako Hema O.
Always excellent! I received a FREE entree for my Birthday, such a great surprise! I had my usual- Santa Fe Crispy ChicKin ( tofu) sandwich over Kale- always perfectly consistent ! The teas are to die for! ginger pomegranate is my fave! Thank you Veggie Grill! I'm a huge fan!
(5)
Jennifer D.
This restaurant is great if you are a vegetarian which I am not. If you eat meat then nothing you order at this restaurant will compare. The food has a lot of sauce to overcompensate for the bland taste. The atmosphere isn't great either. The staff that works there are friendly.
(3)
Jesyka H.
I love this restaurant and have been coming here since it opened, but this post is a special shout-out to one employee who went the extra distance today: GREGORY. I was having a terrible, really horrible day and Gregory went above and beyond to help me out and make my day better. Once in a while, you encounter people who reach out beyond their own self-interests to comfort another human being, simply because it's the kind thing to do. Gregory is this kind of person. Gregory, THANK YOU so much for being a wonderful person. I will be visiting Veggie Grill even more now just to see your awesome face. =D
(5)
Zohar M.
Although I am not a vegan I am in love with all vegan foods. Veggie grill is the place to go when you want to eat and and don't know where to go. The buffalo wing styled cauliflower is really good!! Really clean and great place to eat at!!
(4)
Jude M.
Taste: 2 Creativity/Authenticity: 2.5 Atmosphere: 3.5 Service: 3.5 Bang for your buck: 3 Are you serious with all these 5 star ratings? than again it is a vegetarian place so most of your pallets are bland and tasteless. Now i love food and i enjoy eating healthy food as well; but this is just garbage like eating cardboard with sauce on it. Went here with a friend who said this place was good; man was he wrong. He got the "chicken" salad, i got the "fish"taco, cauliflower mash potatoes and green salad. It was like eating paper, my corn tortilla were dry, the fish cake was tasteless, i had to drench it in lemon and hot sauce to get some flavor. The house salad was bland, the lettuce wasn't fresh the only thing i cared for was the cauliflower mash potatoes and that wasn't even than good but way better than anything we had. Overall the place is nice, very clean well light but i will not be coming back, follow your heart on sherman was is way way better
(1)
Isaac U.
Simply amazing to the infinity! I love the food at this location! The menu is absolutely healthy and the staff is very friendly. The only reason for giving four stars is because the menu is not very extensive. I've tried most of the items on the menu and I am running out of options. I wish they put new items on the menu. But this place is great for lunch AND dinner. I've been having Veggie Grill for lunch 4 times a week for about a month, and I've lost 5 lbs. Not bad huh?
(4)
Jade Q.
I used to love Veggie Grill and was a frequent customer for years at the Sunset & Grove locations. When a new one opened in the Valley, I was excited, but honestly being there feels like I'm at Baja Fresh. It doesn't have the same feel, as if they just want you to get in and out quickly. It is now less like a regular restaurant and more like fast food...dare I say, a vegan McDonald's.
(3)
Meg L.
I haven't had anything here I haven't liked! Being gluten free I feel it's one of the few SAFE places to order GF dishes and trust that it will in fact be GF. Can't tell you how often I've gone somewhere and been served gluten after I've specifically requested and explained my gluten allergy or my food has simply just been contaminated. Staff are super friendly! I'd eat here more often if it weren't so expensive. Other than that, it's a great place!
(4)
Jason C.
Love, love, love this place! The food is fresh, healthy, and delicious! And the service is always A+. This is heaven for vegetarians, but I found that even my carnivorous friends enjoy the food variety here. You cannot go wrong with the Veggie Grill. Prices aren't cheap, but you get what you pay for-- the quality is second to none! And the meat substitutes are non-GMO, which is huge!
(5)
Hamid N.
Easy and convenient way to eat a healthier meal, which is tasty as well. I love the Quinoa Power Salad. Super filling, under 10 bucks and licious. I also get a side order of grilled veggies when I'm too lazy to make them myself...around 5 bucks. I haven't tried anything else on the menu, but everything I've tried so far has been great.
(5)
Celina M.
As a Vegetarian I absolutely love this place! it is always very hard to find inexpensive vegetarian or vegan food, especially on Ventura Blvd. My boyfriend and I tried it out, because many of our friends recommended it and we both got the Chicken Sandwich. It was absolutely amazing! It tastes very similar to chicken. I also tried the Cauliflower they had and it was alright. Nothing too crazy, but very creative! They also have a cool points system (its and App for your phone) and for every purchase you get points.
(5)
Gina D.
This place has good Gluten Free french fries! If you are gluten-free you can't really eat fries even though they are gluten free since restaurants use the same oil to fry onion rings and cheese sticks in which are usually gluten free. Not to find a place that serves Organic fries to cut down the pesticides. For a treat though, it is pretty good here.
(4)
Rechelle P.
I frequent this place a lot, and it is quality food! They have nice outdoor seating, and are dog friendly! Their location in West Hollywood also does a lot of fundraising for my favorite non-profit organization, BFP! Great food and great people!
(5)
Yohan B.
Too bad... I used to love this place, the veggie cheese burger was my go to order, craved it for days after having it. Used to go to the westlake store, not sure if it's just a difference in managers or what but have given the Encino location several try's only to be let down on all of them. Menu items missing, food not delivered as ordered, and today, in addition to being "out" of crispy cauliflower they announce and display new items, I order them, and thy can't make them yet. Really, who made the display? Fan lost.
(2)
Ariana S.
I absolutely LOVE Veggie Grill! I'm a vegetarian and have been a VG customer for a while now. When they opened this new location in the valley, I was thrilled. My favorite things to order are the Grillin' Chickin' Sandwich in a wrap (definitely have some extra chipotle ranch there with you on the side), the Savory Kale Caesar salad, and the Chickin Tacos. Their sides are also super good! I usually get either the Sweetheart Fries or the Quinoa + Kale side salad. I swear though, everything is amazing. And the people who work there are always very friendly. Highly recommend this place to not only vegans and vegetarians, but to real meat-eaters as well.
(5)
Omar Q.
This place is amazing . You must try it , crab cake was the shit taste so real .will recommend this place to anyone
(5)
Bumble B.
Been eating at the west side locations for years, so I was stoked when this location opened. But much to my chagrin, the parking is a nightmare & even worse, the serving sizes are about a QUARTER of the size of their west side counterparts, for the same price I might add. So I guess it's back to Santa Monica I go. Lame sauce.
(1)
Jacob M.
Got the chicken sandwich and was extremely disappointed. My expectations were much higher. I did not enjoy the food and will not be back here. The service topped off my bad experience as well. They did not give me my requested sides had to wait 10 mins for them to correct there mistakes and my meal with my girl was ruined. Thanks
(1)
Jessica S.
So amazing! I always get the b-wing salad. I don't eat regular chicken buffalo wings anymore because they're so greasy and fried and disgusting but these b-wings here at veggie grill aren't greasy and they're a little healthier than the average. I've also had a different "chicken" sandwich and it was delicious. The soft tacos and nachos and cookies are amazing. Even if you aren't vegan, you seriously won't miss meat AT ALL. I have faith that all the food is delicious even though I haven't had it all The staff is always friendly and the place is always squeaky clean. Obsessed! Definitely here at least once a week.
(5)
Sophia W.
Came here and got treated by my roommate for my birthday! We both got salads I got the asian salad and she got the kale salad! We tried each others and I have to say the kale salad is delicious though they messed up on our order before!, but mine just tasted alright... I think i would need to try their sandwiches and burgers next. The drinks are delicious though!
(3)
Robynn G.
Absolutely love this place!! Even my meat eating husband likes it here!! The food choices are amazing. Love the fresh teas. If you are looking for a healthy great tasting place to eat with friendly staff then this is the place. It never gets old with the great selection as well.
(5)
Pratik P.
A legit place for vegetarians. Though I'm not a pure veg, this place is great. For those off times I want to eat meat but don't want to actually.. In fact this place makes it easy to be a vegetarian. Just like certain types of Indian food, being a vegetarian rules! The chickin' sandwiches are good in addition to their coleslaw and fries. This place provides a much healthier and tastier option for vegetarians. Even for those who decide not to eat meat sometimes, like me. I like the fact they do not serve soda but they do offer some healthier options..but I wouldn't count calories here. One hour free parking validation is a plus!
(4)
Mark S.
Tastes like chicken! (But it's not.) Don't let the word "vegan" scare you away, the food here is delicious. For some people, the idea of vegan fare is maybe not so appetizing. But if you think plant-based food sounds yucky or gross, you're in for a taste treat. There's something for everyone at VeggieGrill, even if you thought you were a strict carnivore. For starters, I highly recommend the buffalo wings. If you didn't know it wasn't real chicken, you'd be fooled. I make no bones about it, and either does Veggiegrill because there ain't no bones in this chickenless delight. Tempeh, Chickin', Veggie-Steak and "Crab" Cake along with other high protein, high fiber yet unbelievably great tasting items fill out their menu. If you are looking for a reasonably priced family restaurant with no meat, dairy, eggs, cholesterol, animal fat or trans fat, bring your friends or family to VeggieGrill. And if you decide not to tell them it's vegan, they'll never guess! They are applying for a liquor license so pretty soon you'll be able to order buffalo wings along with your favorite brew. Imagine: it will be just like Hooters but with much better food and without greasy dead animals!
(5)
Rafael K.
If I could give this 10 stars I would. This place is amazing. Great food especially if you keep kosher like me and great friendly service . In out and move on with my life when I eat and it's exactly what I get . I wish there were more places like this
(5)
Madeleine S.
I can't get enough of this place. This is my idea of fast food. I'm a creature of habit so when i like something i will eat it to death. My fav right now is the buffalo ANYTHING, roasted veggies and their carrot cake(to die for!! its like an instant mouthgasm).
(5)
Krystal K.
Always consistent delicious food.. I always get the veggie burger with the sweet heart fries .. & the All hail kale salad is up in top 2 as well ! I love eating here because I never leave with that bloated full feeling.. Just satisfied :) yummy lemonade too...
(5)
Layla J.
Compared to other branches I've been to, I give this place 3 stars. They burned the quinoa in my harvest and bombay bowl. The harvest bowl tasted a little off from the many times I've been to other veggie grills. The service was good though. My orders were ready for me both times when I picked them up. The staff were nice and helpful.
(3)
Jennifer C.
I had heard about Veggie Grill from others and was curious to try. The food sounded and looked great! I love that this place is vegan and has gluten free options! I have food sensitivity to gluten, dairy, and eggs and it is usually hard to find places that have food to accommodate all of that! So I know that if I order anything that is labeled GF on the menu, I would be good! The food is delicious! I would call it gourmet vegan heathy food! I love how it is a casual atmosphere where you order at the counter, find a seat, and they bring the food to you. It's pretty quick too! Also, I love that they are so healthy that the drinks they have are just organic teas and lemonades! The strawberry lemonade is great!! The portion sizes are great too! Especially the kids meal! For only $5 you get an entree, side, desert, and a drink! And a generous portion of all of that too! The only reason I give them 4 stars is because of parking. At least for this location, I have not been to any other location yet, there is no lot. Street parking is difficult on Ventura Blvd. They do offer valet but I hate to do that, especially with a baby and for a casual bite. But Veggie Grill is a must try! Definitely will be coming back soon and often!
(4)
Linda C.
Adding a star just for it being a truly all-vegetarian restaurant that is clean and modern, with efficient and friendly service. Disclaimer: I am not vegetarian but I try to eat as sustainably as possible. I am trying out a gluten-free diet this month for the first time, and found that most of the meat-substitute items at Veggie Grill have wheat gluten in the un-meat. I had ordered the buffalo "wings" not realizing that, but the manager hipped me to it after he saw I had ordered the mac-and-cheese in gluten-free form. I tasted the un-wings anyway and they were really good. If I had been able to try more of the un-meat items I might have been even starrier. I took the un-wings home to my son who is a buffalo wings fanatic, and quite finicky, and he proclaimed them "really good...if you hadn't told me they weren't really chicken I wouldn't have known." He can sniff out soy-substitute a mile off, I tell ya. I did not enjoy the mac-and-cheese. The quinoa pasta was too grainy and the non-dairy cheese sauce was too much like the fake stuff they put on nachos at any concession stand. My husband thought it was okay, though. His kale side dish was good and I ended up eating much of that. He also enjoyed the Crispy Chickin' Plate with the mashed caulipotatoes. I liked them, too -- even the gravy which I am very picky about. Don't plan on parking and then wandering around the area -- you only get one hour of free parking in the lot with your validation.
(4)
sheri c.
I could not be more excited that Veggie Grill opened in Encino! I have been frequenting the Hollywood locations but this is much more convenient. The manager Theo and all the staff are truly some of the friendliest, happiest people I have met and it makes the experience that much better. Now, the food....YUMMMMMMM!! I am a both vegan and gluten free and every item is clearly labeled and can be altered as needed. I am a full on mac and cheese addict (quinoa pasta and Daiya cheese!) and love the Bali Bliss over kale. They just added a Caesar Salad w tempeh bacon which is now my new favorite. I think I just drooled thinking about it. The sweet potato fries OMG. Even my carnivore friends love it and have mentioned if they could eat there every day they would become vegan. I hope this place open in Burbank by the studios so I can take some peeps up on that!!
(5)
Jonah F.
Star rating: 3 for food, two for service Grade: A ("must try")
(5)
Joanne P.
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Kat C.
I love Veggie Grill! The Encino location has parking in the back (get your parking ticket validated inside and it's free parking for an hour). Food tastes great and is served quickly. I recommend the Buffalo Wings appetizer served with celery and creamy ranch sauce. They also have a version of this as a salad (B-Wing Salad). For sandwiches, the Sante Fe Crispy Chicken is so yummy. I usually get it with the red cabbage 'slaw. They also have an ice-tea bar with black tea, green pomegrante tea. etc. You can mix them or even make an Arnold Palmer (lemonade & ice-tea). Service is good. Tables and bathroom are clean. There is a small outdoor patio as well. The prices are higher than Burger King, McDonalds, etc, but at least you do not feel sick after you eat.
(5)
Marilynn L.
The Kale Caesar salad was drenched in dressing that tasted nothing like caesar. It just tasted like a fatty oily yogurt dressing.
(2)
Alaine M.
Food is amazing and staff is friendly and helpful. I recommend the ginger hibiscus tea and the fish tacos!
(5)
Hippy J.
If you cringe when you hear the words "vegetarian cuisine", you really should visit this place. So many restaurants make vegan and vegetarian food taste like a loaf of death. I couldn't put my fork down. Every dish is well thought out, well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Even a simple salad hits the spot! I was thrilled with my burger, buffalo "wings" and kale salad. The price is amazing for the quality of food you're getting. The atmosphere is very airy and laid back as well. I'll definitely go here again. I wouldn't recommend the tempeh strips, they're a bit bland... but with a dipping sauce I even ate those.
(4)
Jax F.
LOVE the new steak tacos. The nachos and buffalo wings are always a must. My boyfriend and I usually order 3 plates and share. Good comfort food without the super guilt. It's not extremely healthy food, but it beats the real meat/cheese option. Always solid service, it's a good spot to get a quick bite for vegans, vegetarians or those who don't want to eat meat that day. You also get to satisfy the comfort food craving. Win win.
(4)
David B.
Yes. Very good food. The chicken dinner plate was delicious. For dessert get a grilled cookie. A go to for vegan food.
(4)
Joseph B.
This place is absolutely incredible. The food is some of the best tasting vegetarian that I have ever had. My girlfriend and I are not technically vegetarian but we do like eating healthy and this place is our favorite. The Mac n cheese tastes real, and their burgers are excellent. The customer service is also amazing - they go way above and beyond what is Necessary for even the smallest issues. We love it and you will to. Highly recommended!!
(5)
Christina C.
This is one of the newer Veggie Grills, finally in the valley! I'm so glad they're making their way up closer to suburbia. I think I've been to this Veggie Grill several times now. You get free 1 hour parking with validation in the back lot off of Rubio St. My old favorite things: 1. Sweetheart Chili Cheese Fries 2. Chop Chop Salad 3. Bali Bliss Burger I think the chili fries and the chop chop salad got taken off the menu. Sad! :( So my new favorites are: 1. Kale Caesar Salad 2. Bombay Bowl (winter menu) 3. Quinoa Power Salad The staff here are a lot friendlier than other locations I've been to, so that's a big plus! If you download the Veggie Grill app on your phone you can earn free meals/sides. It involves taking pictures of your Veggie Grill receipts and receiving "love." Warning: Don't press REDEEM before you order! Wait until the cashier asks you to hit REDEEM because it will start counting down 5 minutes for it to be used. My little brother made this mistake and we lost his free entree. :( Please don't make the same mistake! I'm begging you!
(5)
Ellen C.
This place is vegetarian/vegan. I'm not a vegetarian nor vegan, and I enjoyed my food here. The "chicken" soup was good and had nice flavor. The cauliflower mash with mushroom gravy was awesome! It was creamy, hearty and tasted like mash and real gravy. It's nice and clean; you order at the counter, they bring you your food and they clean up after you.
(3)
Shonay R.
This place is for the clean eaters. It was very good and the prices were not bad at all. Its very well lit and clean on the inside as well. Now that's what I call eating clean. A must try for conscious eaters. Yummy healthy eats.
(5)
Patsy L.
Slow. Poor management. West Hollywood locations are much quicker and your food is actually hot when you get it.
(2)
Amy C.
Suuuuper busy, but if you're in the mood for a light, delectable meal, you've found your place! Everything is meat and dairy free, most is gluten free, yet still verrrry tasty. Who woulda thunk? I had the kale salad with the buffalo chick'n. The salad was lightly sauteed and delicious and the chick'n was spicy and tasted quite authentic. Also tried the mac 'n' cheese (pasta made of quinoa and dairy-free cheese), which was surprisingly delicious. The teas are lovely and refreshing too. Overall, I'm pretty happy they've moved to the Valley - I'm even going to bring the hubby there despite his fear of health food... Also, there's a ton of parking behind the building, even if the street is full. Enjoy!
(4)
Lauren M.
I love Veggie Grill! Even in LA vegetarian options can get slim and this place is SO good! Even my meat-eating husband loves the cajun chik'n sandwich. Definitely get the Chik'n dinner plate with the kale and mashed potatoes, YUM! The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is when I've ordered online or on the phone before, a few times they have seemed a little disorganized when I arrived - my order wasn't ready or they hadn't started it, etc. Everyone has been very nice though about it and I will keep going back as often as possible because it's so good!
(4)
Romster R.
No soda, no meat. The layout is pretty clean and spacious. They have a good selection of juices and iced teas. I personally always get the ginger iced tea. Some of the food is hit or miss on taste but I loved the buffalo strips. Tastes just like chicken. I was not a fan of their carne asada variation. For a quick healthy bite, this is a good place to try
(3)
Melissa A.
Veggie Grill Is AMAZING!!!! I'm so Excited for the Encino Location. Great Menu Items to select from and most important... it's healthy! I use to make a trip to the West Hollywood location, it's worth it! I highly recommend the VG Rolls, the All Hail Kale and the Bayou Chickin' sandwich!
(5)
CandidRebellion C.
Eclxcellent food as always, fantastic and happy service, nice and spacious too! Parking the first time was confusing, but I'm sure I will figure it out next time since they validate for a specific lot
(5)
Marian L.
I had their VG- Cheeseburger and it was delicious. I didn't realize that it was a vegetarian place at first despite it's name hahaha, but I'm down for veggie burgers and this one was deilicious! I had their chili which I really liked. Maybe even more than their cheeseburger. I grabbed myself a strawberry lemonade which made my meal just perfect! Satisfying, delicious and healthy! This place is walking distance from my work too. Parking looks like you have to pay a small fee in the lot and there is street parking on weekdays after 6pm.
(4)
Lori T.
Omg I love this place. I don't eat out much but this is my new addiction. I would definitely recommend trying there pomegranate green tea. It's freaky deicious and will have you going back for a second round. You can't go wrong with the menu so far everything I've tried has been good.
(5)
Armand W.
New location for us valley folks and man are we happy about the arrival of this place! Every time i go i'm always greeted by a really nice staff, they know the menu well and make good recommendations for veggie grill newby. My kid love's the sweet potato fries and chicken fingers, i go with a side of buffalo chicken strips, santa fe crispy chicken in a wheat wrap, the wife typically orders all hail kale salad which is bomb, trust!. Cant go wrong with veggie grill... even if you love meat!
(4)
Melissa E.
Omg I have been to this location twice already since they have been open. I am a veggie but really want to become vegan soon. The first vist I had the VG burger with mac and cheese on the side, soooooo amazing and tastes like the real thing but of course not harming the lil babies (animals). The second time I went I split the Buffalo wings and the Baja wrap with a side of sweetheart fries. I seriously wish I can eat here everyday!
(5)
Keith C.
Great service and food. We were greeted by the manager as we walked up to order our food and he offered suggestions. There was a slight mix-up with our order and the waitress comped one of our meals. Atmosphere was very pleasant and there was an eclectic mix of patrons in the clean and well designed restaurant. We recommend and will be going back. The only down side if I was being super picky... there wasn't anything gluten free. Other than that, we found a new place to eat.
(5)
Nena L.
I am so glad there is finally one in the valley, I hope they open another one "Maybe Northridge":) . I highly recommended & really have to give this location a 5 star customer service is great and the best compared to other locations. The Manager Anthony B, is very warm welcoming to all new & existing customers. Its been nice when being a repeated customer they acknowledge your presence. Food is great. I am always referring people to this location. If you not vegan and not sure what to get the staff is very helpful to suggest items based on what your in the mood for. I personally always : Suggest the "Santa Fe Crispy Chickin" & Onion Rings with Creamy Ranch to all my non-vegan friends. Along with the Carrot Cake.
(5)
KP M.
When I want to feel like a kid and eat my Mac n Cheeze I'm going to Veggie Grill and add some mash potatos and dessert it up with the Chocolate pudding! Yes calories, Yes, not dairy, and Yes delicious! How about that Kale salad...lots of flavor and my other go to. Even my "little brother" loved it...love it all! and for a 11 year old that is saying something.
(4)
Samantha R.
Everything I've eaten here is amazing! From the fish tacos to the chili to the chicken sandwich! This is one of my favorite restaurants and I have nothing but compliments for them!
(5)
James M.
The prices are great, the service is impeccable, and the food is amazing and plentiful. I love this place! I avoid the "Stack" burger, I like the VG Cheeseburger, the Wraps, and the Bayou Chick'n. The desserts are great, the mac n cheese is very good, the fries and mashed cauliflower are both very good as well. Get a fountain drink, cheaper and the tea and lemonade are perfect.
(5)
Crystal R.
I'm so happy that there's finally a veggie grill in the valley, especially not too far from where I live! The manager and staff are very friendly. If you're a first time vegetarian/vegan or if you're a meat head looking to experience vegetarian/vegan food, then this is the place you're looking for! Great food! :)
(5)
A B.
The menu selection is great for both true vegetarians and vegetarians in training. Took a family of four for dinner on a Monday night. The service was good, everyone was friendly, restaurant is very inviting. The biggest negative that almost gave it four stars was the dirty table. I had read another review that mentioned dirty tables and it seems they are consistent with not cleaning the tables. It wasn't that busy when I went either. I give it 4.5 stars but felt it was fair to round up to 5.
(5)
Ivy O.
This place place has some of the best customer service I've ever seen. On the phone, at the register, waiting on you...so friendly!! Always! The prices are so affordable considering how healthy and how many veggies the food has! The texture of the dishes is among the best I've had at vegan restaurants.
(5)
Elizabeth L.
I am not a vegetarian but am trying to eat better so I thought that the Veggie Grill would be a good alternative to burgers and fries. Lucky for me the Encino store is close to me. When I walked in I was the only fat person there. lol I had fish tacos. I give them a b-. The mouth feel was right but no real taste of fish. The relish and cabbage in the tacos was very tasty. The chili that came on the side was good but did not really taste like chili, more like baked beans with different spices. My husband had the veggie burger which he loved and I tried and give it a big thumbs up as well. It was dense and juicy with excellent flavor. The yam fries it came with had good taste but were limp. We also tried the mashed potatoes/cauliflower mash with mushroom gravy. YUMMY. Also tried the mac and cheese which was a miss for me. It taste like fake cheese to me but the pasta had a good texture. For dessert we tried the chocolate pudding parfait and the grilled cookie. Pudding I give an A+ cookie meh. I eat real cookies so no comparison but for a vegan cookie not bad. We had a lot of leftovers since we basically sampled the menu, but I will be going back to try more. No more fast food for me :)
(4)
Cathie N.
yummy! i had this food delivered via labite so i can't review a dining experience. the packaging they use is soo cute! the crispy chickin plate was very tasty and the texture was not funky at all. i will definitely eat here again.
(5)
Michael L.
Such a great place for vegans. I am so excited they decided to put one close to me.
(5)
Marissa R.
SOOOOOOOOOO DELICIOUS. I love their vegan Santa Fe "Chicken" burger with sweet potato fries. It makes my day! The staff is very friendly and the food comes out fairly quickly. I can't wait to come back and to take other people here as well, as I definitely recommend it to everyone (vegan and non-vegan alike)!
(5)
Jane D.
this is a review for all the veggie grill locations i've been to, since they're all basically the same in my experience. this chain is one of a kind, it's the only vegan fast food chain that i know of. of course, it's a step above your typical fast food; it costs more and there's a much better atmosphere inside the restaurant. this place doesn't disappoint. the crab cake is really good, so are the sweet potato fries with the ranch sauce and the chili...well, everything i've tried is good, and everyone i've taken there liked it. it's not a vegan tourist destination or anything but definitely a good place to stop buy for lunch. i always enjoy my meal there.
(4)
Jeff L.
Veggie Grill Rocks! Whether your a herbivore or carnivore ( I am the latter ) I think you will enjoy VG if you like "Good Food"! I have tried the "Buffalo Bomber" and the "Santa Fe' Crispy Chickin" and both were AWESOME! The sweet potato fries, cole slaw, and chili are all great sides.... I can't wait to go back! The friendly service from the staff gets an A+ as well.
(5)
Donna B.
This place is so amazing! It's time they opened one in Ventura. I love how great it all taste, and I love even more that is all organic and vegetarian. I'm not vegetarian yet but I'm on my way there, and places like Veggie Grill make it an easier transition.
(5)
Cathe T.
I had lunch there today with my client who is 92 years old and a vegan. She has been a vegan for 30 years. She knows good vegan and bad from years of experience. ! She is also legally blind and hard of hearing. She is also very fussy about cleanliness. We were both impressed. The whole staff, especially Ricardo, were so accommodating and happy! It can be difficult and time consuming to order sometimes because of her disabilities but the patience of the staff was commendable. They seemed like they really enjoyed their jobs! We had a wonderful time. Now to the really good part...THE FOOD !! The Chill out chicken was so perfect. The texture, the taste...perfect. We also had the "fish" tacos and they were just as amazing. My client was raving about the food all the way home and called her daughter to make plans to go again. She knows good vegan!! Thank you all so much for your hospitality and the great food. We'll be back.
(5)
Scott Z.
Growing up eating meat every night, it was hard for me to say yes to my friend's suggestion that we eat a place called VeggieGrill, however, I was pleasantly surprised by my experience. I hesitantly browsed the menu, wondering if I was going to enjoy anything that they had to offer. After a couple moments of pondering, I decided on the Sante Fe Crispy Chicken Sandwich and stopped pondering and started enjoying. The sandwich was crispy, refined and most importantly, quite delicious. I honestly could not taste the difference between this chicken and regular chicken and I proceeded to get lost in its succulent flavor. Other fine notes from VeggieGrill was that the service was fast and efficient and the drink selection was unique and also supremely tasty. From Strawberry Lemonade to Black tea, I had a hard time choosing between which one of these rare flavors I should experience first! A group of us sat down and ate and felt very safe, welcome and comfortable and I think that just shows how truly wonderful the atmosphere of this place really is. The prices are on par with any other similar walk-in and eat restaurants and I have no complaints on the amount that I shelved out for that delicious one-of-a-kind meal. I can almost certainly see myself returning to VeggieGrill and I encourage other "meat-heads" to go out and give it a try.
(4)
Brian C.
Okay you Valley people. You finally have one of the best darn veggie only restaurants ever! Clean, comfy, quick and totally delicious food. You won't even miss the fact that Chicken and Cows are not on the menu - well , they sort of are, but they are not real chicken or beef. Instead, you will have many wonderful veggie options that blow your mind and leave you fill and satisfying. Today I had the Soup Salad combo which featured delicious Chicken Gumbo and a Kale salad. The kale salad was tender, tasty ad totally awesome - glazed in a sweet creamy dressing and topped with chopped onions and carrots. I have been to two other veggie grills and this one will soon be my favorite. Good service - good seating options (in an outside) and superb vegetarian menu items.
(5)
Matt A.
From the comments of some of the staff when I visited it was their 2nd day open. I went for dinner. Parking is in the back and it appears that day time parking is valet only, the restaurant at the time of this writing validates however when I went to visit it was open parking in the lot but when I left no one was manning the exit so the validation on the ticket wasn't needed. If you choose to sit outside just be warned that being between the two buildings there is a bit of wind that picks up, the inside seating is nice but understandably it was very busy that day so not wanting to wait after ordering in case one opens up we ate outside. My initial expectation was that it would be a health focused eatery, I was surprised that it appears the food is all vegetarian, so the "burgers" are not really burgers and I don't think their chicken dishes are actually chicken. That's not a bad thing but in reading some of the menu items it may have influenced my choices on what I chose. I ordered the Chipotle BBQ 'Burger' and I was actually quite pleased, the sauce was a great flavor and enhanced the dish. My side selection was the chili which was okay, it had a chili flavor and wasn't bad but I think next time I'll try something different this wasn't for me. Placed an extra order of cauliflower mash and it was quite good, it had potato and cauliflower with a veggie gravy on top. What stood out to me about this specific side dish was that you could tell the potato was there but at the same time it still maintained the cauliflower flavor, neither seemed to be fighting over the flavor with the other item, its was a nice balance, both were there sharing the spotlight. The Chipotle 'burger' used Portobello mushroom and at first glance you might mistake it for carne asada. I also got to try the cheese 'burger' and its not straight tofu but has oats and other things in it. Its good but I liked the Chipotle burger more. I also tried the macaroni and cheese and I'm not sure if they use real cheese or a vegan variety and thought that it was good but the mash was the winner on sides for me. I saw some other tables order the buffalo "chicken" and was curious how that came out, I'll have to come back to find out. The menu is very cost focused and everything seems to be priced under $11, some extras can push that up but compared to other places in the area this is very affordable and was still healthy. Typically incorporating meat into my meals I was actually surprised at how good it was and for those who are mainly carnivores I would recommend giving it a try with an open mind but going into it knowing you won't be getting meat I think you could enjoy and which is good for you once in a while. I'll be back to visit again.
(4)
Holly S.
The All Hail Kale salad is great, but they don't say it comes with tomatoes in so many words on the menu in case you hate them like I do. I usually eat more meat and cheese than about anything, but I love this place. So, anyone will like it, well, maybe not my 60+-year-old dad from the Midwest. The Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' is so good! The mac and cheese is gross. The bean me up chili is good. The carrot cake is delish, and I don't like sweets much. There is a little too much frosting though. But, it's the only frosting I'll actually eat anywhere. The food is consistent with other Veggie Grill locations.
(4)
Christie H.
SO happy there is finally a vegan spot right around the corner from me!! I've always loved Veggie Grill, but it was always a bit of a drive. So glad it is now here! The staff is super pleasant and lovely of course! I will be here frequently!
(5)
Cassondra N.
Best. Place. EVER. Organic vegan and delish! This place has made my meat eating mother a believer! Staff was super friendly too! Please open one in SCV!
(5)
Lynne A.
This was my second time here. First time was not so good, but this time more than made up for it! Had the Thai chicken salad, and the carrot cake. The salad was scrumptious, and the carrot cake to die for! How does that cake taste so good without cream cheese frosting? LOL The service is always great. The outdoor seating is very nice. The strawberry lemonade is divine. They validate parking in the back too. Diana took our order with a smile, and she was very sweet. Definitely be a regular here. :)
(4)
Lisa F.
This place is awesome! As a vegan, it's hard to find good vegan "fast" food, but Veggie Grill delivers. Sandwiches made from Gardein chic'n, salads that are actually filling, tacos, soups and buffalo wings. The new Buffalo chick'n sandwich is incredible. And who wouldn't love the Grilled Chocolate Chip Cookie? Definitely recommend this place. And if you'd like to see just how excited I was to eat there, please read more: thevalleyvegan.com/2013/… Plenty of food photos to tempt your tummy. And WATCH!! youtube= youtube.com/watch?v=XHrR…
I'm not a vegan, but I play one on TV. Kidding aside, I am a meat eater who enjoys vegan cuisine. I know I've found a good vegan dish when I don't feel like my meal is missing something. That is why I like Veggie Grill---I don't feel like I'm being cheated. Their Santa Fe Crispy Chickin is awesome, as well as their buffalo wings. My wife loves the Papa's Portobello burger and the Thai Chicken Wrap. My wife and I have been a few times, and most recently we brought our kids along (didn't tell them it was fake meat). My son ate all his chickin nuggets and had no idea it wasn't real chicken. However, my daughter, who is a chicken nugget connoisseur, didn't like them. The one thing I didn't care for was their Carne Asada Sandwich. Their fake beef tasted like pot roast, which was disappointing. I'm planning on trying a different fake beef option next time, to see if it's all of the beef or just that dish that doesn't taste good. One thing's for sure---they have good fake chicken. The people are always super nice and their different naturally flavored iced teas are refreshing.
(4)
Don H.
One of my favorite vegan restaurants. The Encino location is new and has some serious growing pains, plus crappy parking. If you're serious about your vegan food make the trip to Santa Monica. Their kale salad is stupendous with a delicious ginger dressing. Best price for the quality of food. There are choices for all vegans, new and old. (Encino is making great progress. I eat there several times a week) I'm so very proud of the owners of this chain. They have done an outstanding job of supporting healthy eating alternatives.
(5)
Samuel J.
LOVE IT ~ Food is always amazing!
(5)
Star F.
I am a vegan, and happy the valley final opening up vegan spots, but the veggie grill just isn't that good. Their tempeh looks store bought not freshly made, and it tastes bland and not appealing at all, and I love tempeh. The place is clean and friendly, but just not that tasty. I prefer Native foods. But I wish them the best and am happy they were brave enough to open in the valley.
(2)
JP S.
This place is awesome. The food is great and the service spectacular. Haven't had a bad experience and I've been at least a dozen times. The shaded patio makes this location extra nice.
(5)
Julia A.
So good. I really loved the Bombay Bowl which is a new winter item. So impressed. Such delicious tasting nutrient dense food. I added sausage to mine. YUM Can't wait to get it again.
(5)
Carla G.
I am being a bit conservative with 3 stars only because A) I am not a vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, or anything of the sort (I love meat and dairy too much), BUT I have many friends who do not consume one or both of the items I love, and B) This is the first vegan cuisine restaurant I have ever tried. Since I have nothing else to compare it too and I did enjoy it, I am giving it 3 stars for now. I must admit that I was not expecting to like the food and most of all was not expecting to have so many options including desserts! Wow, was I surprised, to the point that I could not make up my mind because so many items on the menu looked appetizing. I went with the B-Wing Salad (meatless chicken strips smothered in yummy buffalo wing sauce over lettuce), Strawberry Lemonade, carrot cake, and an Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie :) It was ALL yummy!!!! I even considered becoming "vegan" for a moment, but needless to say, vegan or not I will definitely return to taste other menu items. The employees were very friendly and attentive. Best of all is that you can taste the food before you commit to ordering it, therefore you do not waste money and food :)
(3)
Lauren D.
Loved it! I had a spicy crispy chicken sandwich with a side of steamed kale. The menu has so many delicious sounding options! I can't wait to go back and try something else. They offer teas and lemonades, as well as some natural sodas. They have a cute kids menu with mac and cheese, chicken nuggets, and one other option. Even if you are a diehard carnivore, give it a chance!
(5)
Jorge G.
I saw Patrick Dempsey from Grey's Anatomy eating here on a Saturday night. It was funny to see him and his family eat healthy while he plays a doctor on tv. Of course I let him eat in peace and I went about enjoying the VG cheeseburger to calm my former In N Out addiction. The staff is friendly but make sure not to use the ketchup that they serve you in a cup alongside your order because that contains high fructose corn syrup. Use the Annie's that they provide with their utensils by the drink fountains. That's organic.
(5)
Sheila G.
Great restaurant. The different lemonades are delicious and I really like the sweet potato fries. They have nice ambience indoors and a good outdoor patio. Highly recommended.
(4)
Nicole R.
I love this place!! So healthy and delicious!! Finally the ideal spot to grab savory Salads!! Love the app you can download also!!
(5)
Rory W.
What can I say about this place. It's the bomb! Service with a smile and great food as well. If you want a healthy option this is it.
(4)
Sheri F.
One of the best Veggi places I have ever been to!!
(5)
Dianna K.
Ordered the BBQ Tempeh, eck. The coleslaw was good and the Yukon fries. Boyfriend ordered the "fish tacos" which were very tasty. The lemonades and teas are very good.
(3)
Kate K.
Fantastic place to eat. Friendly staff and super clean. Ordered the portobello mushroom plate with quinoa, tomatoes and cucumbers. Also ordered their version of buffalo wing salad which is soy and it was really good. Will visit again!
(5)
Ace O.
Great food and clean restaurant. I would expect the prices to be a little lower for tofu but the food is delicious. When I was there a white man with a shaved head was walking around making sure all the customers were happy and it did make me feel good. Not sure if he is the manager or not but he is a really nice guy
(4)
Alexander K.
I've only been a vegetarian for three years and I never expect meat substitutes to taste similar to the real thing. Veggie Grill has surprised me. Their food is delicious. I recommend the fish tacos and the chicken sandwich.
(5)
Rach T.
Clean, friendly atmosphere. Tasty food. Lots of imitation soy products and heavy sauces/dressings. Would like healthier options on their menu. I enjoyed the Quinoa Kale salad, though would have liked to be able to request my dressing on the side. A good place for lunch. Tables available for enjoying your meal outside.
(3)
Sharon C.
The food is good. I really like the Buffalo Wings and I'm not a vegetarian. The food is pretty pricy though. The workers were really nice and happy to explain different dishes and give suggestions.
(4)
C M.
I'm not a vegan vegetarian anymore. But still loved this place. The food was good I had the all American stack.
(5)
John D.
You can't not beat the service, the food, and the atmosphere here. Everytime, I'm satisfied with the experience. Best place for vegan food!
(5)
Quintin E.
Amazing service and helpful staff, last few times I went to dine here was with friends and the manager was so helpful with suggestions even the staff at the counter. Very relaxed and chill environment perfect for lunch or dinner. Lots of delicious options including the VG sliders (starters)... I could eat those all day. Try EVERYTHING! The Bayou Chicken is my personal fav. I always manage to spend 20 bucks (starter, side and entree), but have leftovers with such big portions.
(5)
Cori D.
Amazing food. Never disappoints! The staff is kind and helpful. Sitting outside at night in the summer is as god as it gets. :)
(5)
Clark L.
Staff is always friendly and have great customer service. I enjoy the food every time even though I'm not vegan or vegetarian.
(5)
James R.
Everything about this place is impressive. Wish it was closer to my house. The blackened chicken wrap is really good as are the buffalo strips.
(4)
Nicole G.
I've been to several Veggie Grill locations before, the staff is always friendly, food is always awesome, until I came to this location. Food was the usual epic awesomeness that I've come to expect, however a mere 2 hours later I experienced a horrible stomach ache, blurred vision and vomiting. At first I didn't think my beloved restaurant did me wrong until my 2 other friends starting to experience the same thing. Not sure if the kale was bad, someone didn't wash their hands or what but it was horrible. Please Please Please correct this, I fear I will never return to this location, but I don't think I will avoid Veggie Grill forever.
(2)
Aleyna S.
Love love love Veggie Grill! Seriously one of the best restaurants to come to the valley! My wife and I are vegan and this is one of our favorite spots. We have yet to try a dish that we didnt think was delicious - everything is tasty! It's so nice to have a place to eat where we don't have to ask if something is vegan or not, everything is! And everything is delicious! My favorite is the Buffalo bomber!
(5)
Alex R.
Made it to their first day of opening! Super kind staff and delicious food. Can't go wrong with veggie grill and so happy they are finally in the 818!
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Valet, Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
Mr N.
Another awesome meal! I appreciate there willingness to custom make your meal!! Keep up the good work!
(5)Hana A.
Order the deep fried cauliflower- doesn't taste like vegetables and a great alternative to french fries. Buffalo bomber sandwich came with Yukon gold fries. Bombay bowl (this is huge- two people can share and be satisfied) green curry sauce with coconut milk, kale, beans, almonds, hemp seeds, and herb-roasted veggies
(4)Hannah K.
Just my favorite place ever! I wish I lived closer. It's a hit or miss when it comes to the staff but the food is always delicious. I love their chicken sandwiches! The south western and the grilled! The fries are insane and you can give these sandwiches to someone who eats meat and they probably wouldn't know the difference unless you told them. My boyfriend prides himself on hating all things vegan but he is willing to eat here with me and likes it!
(5)Tigra C.
Go straight to Veggie Grill. Do not pass Go; do not collect $200. This was my very first stop when I arrived in CA last weekend. I made a beeline straight for the VG. I ordered the Buffalo Wings, Cauli-Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, a 1/2 All Hail Kale Salad, and the Chargrilled Street Corn without the parmesan. BUFFALO WINGS were amazing, as always. Love their spicy buffalo sauce! The CAULI-MASHED POTATOES & GRAVY is one of my go-to dishes. So yum! I actually wanted a side of Steamin' Kale but was put down for a 1/2 All Hail Kale as part of a Pick a Pair deal instead. This was fine with me, but I do prefer the ginger-miso dressing that comes with the Steamin' Kale over whatever dressing is served with the All Hail Kale. CHARGRILLED STREET CORN. I missed it last year when they debuted this summer treat, so I was elated to try it, and it was everything I dreamt it would be. The corn was so fresh, and it was seasoned to perfection. This is definitely an addition to my go-to items from now on (when it's in season). The one waitress we had, who brought out our food, could use an attitude adjustment. Aside from her, everyone else (the cashier, the male waiter or manager- not sure which he was) was great. Parking can be a little tricky here. They'll validate up to an hour of parking, but the parking lot fills quickly. Luckily, I found street/ metered parking across the street. After the West Hollywood location, this one is my next favorite.
(5)Natasha D.
Disclaimer: I'm a born and bred meat eater, but I'm still an absolute sucker for Veggie Grill. Before they even had Los Angeles locations, I'd accompany my mother on her business trips to Irvine just so I could savor their Santa Fe crispy "chicken" sandwich and what I still think are the best sweet potato fries ever (accompanied by their amazing sauce). I'm so happy there's a location just down the street from my job! I stopped in the other day for a quick takeout lunch during my lunch break. The entire process was seamless. The phone was answered promptly, my order was ready in 10 minutes, and there are loading zones strategically placed just in front of the restaurant - no need to worry about parking. I was immediately given my neatly wrapped order and it was perfect Veggie Grill goodness. I've never had a bad meal at any of the three locations I've been to. Service is always spot on, as well. Trust me, you don't have to be a vegetarian/vegan to appreciate the awesome food served here. If you're craving something meatless (but still delicious and flavorful), go here!
(5)Cesar R.
I'm agree with everyone ,this a place you MUST to try But the Portobello mushroom Sandwich was so good .... a great taste and delicious
(4)Daniella E.
I'm highly in LOVE with Veggie Grill! I wish there was more in the San Fernando Valley! Every time I try something new here I love it! I don't think the Veggie Grill could ever disappoint me with the food! Highly recommend this Place!
(5)Deidrea V.
After a long and exhausting day, I was completely worn down. The service started off with a long wait because the woman at the register was on the phone. I was too tired to even care so we just ordered and went to go sit down. Our food took a very long time to come out and one of our meals came out first while we continued to wait for the second. The girl that brought us our food had told us sorry about the wait when she brought the first meal and we just said that's okay. When she returned with the second plate of food she brought along a complimentary slice of carrot cake for the wait. Long story short, I was very impressed with them. I didn't even have to complain and they knew just what to do to acknowledge that the wait was longer that it usually is. This is what I recognize as excellent customer service. They care about their customers and I love that. That's why veggie grill encino is one of my favorite restaurants. Thanks again guys and keep up the amazing work. You guys are awesome! To top it off, the cake was delicious!
(5)Rich G.
A quick update for the Veggie Grill, I have not been to this location in over year but happened to be in the area looking for something a bit more healthy. Parking is still ridiculous but at least they validate for an hour. The menu is bursting with lot's of new choices and their seasonal Spring menu. For some reason the Thai "Chiken" salad just jumped out at me and I was glad it did! Thai Chickin'* is loaded with Grilled Chickin', quinoa, romaine, cabbage, corn salsa, green onion, mandarin oranges, cucumbers, sesame seeds, cilantro, spicy Thai dressing ( you can sub Tempeh to be gluten free) Some of the best Tofu based replacement chicken I can recall! yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… The salad packed a big flavor profile and was satisfying to boot. I was so pleasantly surprised by how well balanced and how just plain delicious the salad tasted. It's was crave worthy. The only drawback and it's a big on is just the location. Parking requires you to score a street metered spot or valet parking in a private lot behind the retail space along Ventura. It takes a bit of time just getting parked and retrieving your car when they are busy.
(4)Sara S.
When I was on vacation in LA I stopped by veggie grill to pick up lunch before heading to an event in studio city. I used to live in LA and veggie grill was one of my favorite restaurants although I had never been to the one in Encino. I ordered my favorite dish, the all hail kale salad without the corn salsa because I can't eat onions. I even specified to the server that I cannot eat onions. I asked about the strawberry rhubarb parfait and she offered me a sample. The sample was delicious so I also ordered one to go. I thought the wait for to go food was longer than usual. It did not make sense considering they were not busy and the food was already cooked. Finally after a long wait I got my order. I looked at it to make sure there were no onions and I saw something that looked shady. I double checked with the server and she said it's not onions. An hour after I arrived at studio city I starting eating my food. Sure enough there were onions in there. I was very unhappy! The strawberry parfait had completely melted and everything was a runny mess. I was surprised since it was a cold day. I hope next time they pay better attention to allergies. And I wish they had warned me that the strawberry parfait melts if it's not immediately eaten or refrigerated. I love veggie grill so I would give them a second chance.
(3)Emma S.
Tried this place for the first time today and it was great! I had the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' Sandwich and it was a really good, very filling and a large portion. Very surprised by the dairy free Mac n Cheese! So yummy!! I will be back for more!
(5)Karie F.
Tried the BTLA. It was supposed to have a "smokey" taste. Sorry but it was burned, not smokey, burned. The grilled bread AND the "bacon" was burned tasting. The "Bacon" was hard as a rock burned. Sorry but the only good thing about this sandwich was the Arugula. They are so accommodating here, they took it back, NP and I replaced it with the cheeseburger and fries. That was delish and enough to take half home for later. As always, the Pomegranate green tea was awesome and service is top notch! You cant love everything and they have so much to chose from here.
(5)Jeffrey J.
Meh is how I'd describe the food. Crispy Chicken Plate was what I got and it was mediocre at best. I had to put ketchup on the chicken to make it more flavorful as it wasn't that good alone. The kale was plain and had a small dab of dressing on it. The mashed potatoes were solid, but could not save the dish. Given how fast the food came out, I feel as if they are reheating/microwaving food and assembling it. There is a lot and they do validate for an hour so there's that.
(2)Micki B.
I love Veggie Grill! When this one first opened I was so pumped to have it in the valley. Overall it's good - clean, spacious, friendly staff and of course delicious food (whether you're a vegetarian/vegan or not). My only gripe is that I hate the parking here...there's a lot in the back that gives you 1 hour free, and sparse street parking. I tend to park at the Tony Roma's across the street but spend most of my meal worrying if I'm going to get caught and ticketed or not. If you're on the fence about trying out Veggie Grill, I would HIGHLY recommend it! Anything with the buffalo fake chicken is my favorite, but I also like to try their seasonal specials. If you download the VG app you'll also get cool offers and freebies from time to time...so what are you waiting for?
(4)Laila B.
Just meh. This place was totally hyped up for nothing. I ordered mashed cauliflower with mushroom gravy? Well I didn't get the mushroom gravy so that was a bummer. I didn't find out until I got home of course so I couldn't go back. I did call them to let them know that they forgot a crucial component to my dish but all they said was sorry. When things like that happen, you're supposed to offer something! grr
(3)Chris P.
For non-vegans this place is hit or miss. Other non-vegans should avoid the chocolate chip cookies like the plague. Tried a few items, some were tasteless, but not necessarily plague-y. Like the B-wing salad, really like the new Banh-mi salad. Came last year when they had fake steak tacos on a specials menu--that was my favorite thing, but haven't seen them since. I suppose I'll keep lunching with vegan friends and not starve.
(3)Lara S.
What a wonderful find!! I just wish this place was closer to me. Buffalo wings were the best I've had. Go with that for sure! Can't wait to go back!
(5)Darci M.
I am a meatasaurus. Period. I had a dear friend in town who is vegan and asked if I'd be willing to try this place. I said sure - I am branching out my taste buds lately, though I was expecting nothing. I've had fake meat before. It's the nastiest thing on the planet in my opinion and so I just thought I'd have a salad if nothing else. Well, wax my butt and send me down the slopes! THIS PLACE RAWKS. When we came in my friend was suggesting things for me to order and one of the employees approached us and asked if we had questions. She suggested things I might like. She disappeared a sec, then came back with FAKE CHICKIN (their spelling) for us to try. *cue horror movie music here* I was skeered, but VERY pleasantly surprised! *cue angelic choir here* Did it taste like actual chicken? Well...ish. But I said to my friend, "It's like school pizza...it's in no way real pizza, but it's still a very yummy slab of deliciousness that I will happily put in my piehole." That's how I felt about the chickin. So, I got their buffalo "wings" and a caesar salad. Okay NOW I was blown away! The buffalo sauce was sooooooooo good! I am now officially dreaming about the next time I can go to Veggie Grill and get their "wings," that's how much I liked them! Nice fresh celery sticks included and a very tasty dressing to dip them in. The caesar salad was pretty good - a little heavy on the kale for my taste (I like to hide it with more lettuce and spinach cuz it can be bitter), but certainly tasty. I tried my friend's "mashed potatoes" (made with cauliflower), which I knew would be good cuz I made feaux potatoes with cauliflower all the time when I was low-carbing, and they were WONDERFUL (smothered in a yummy gravy, too). We finished off with carrot cake. Now, my sister makes the best carrot cake in the world, so again I expected little, but it was quite good. The cake itself was divine. The frosting...well, it's just not quite REAL cream cheese frosting, but it was really good. I personally like a good, thick, rich cream cheese frosting, but as replacements go, this is highly doable and satisfying. So, there it is. My first ever vegan feast and I loved it. I still can't believe it! Oh, also, the place was nice and clean and the service was very friendly. Go!
(5)Linn-Eva L.
Appetizer: crispy cauliflower and buffalo wings Main course: Santa Fe burger and Buffalo blaster burger Dessert: carrot cake OMG! I thought veggie food, of some strange unknown reason, would taste weird, but without a doubt one of my top 10 most pleasant surprises of all time! It was SOOO good! You should really try it! I'll be back asap. Top score!
(5)Janet T.
Don't get me wrong I devoured everything we ordered here, but it sucks when a place advertises itself as being healthy but the grams of sodium in the food is typically high.
(3)Stephanie C.
My first visit here and it was amazing. The food was so delicious!!! I will definitely be coming here again !!!! The tomato soup was the best I've had in a while and my salad I forgot what it was called but it was like a " buffalo wing " salad ahhh!!! Spicy ... but all so delicious.
(5)Oliver E.
I've been to Veggie grill easily 65+ times since it has opened. Never in my life have I revived such good service as I have today. I came in to veggie grill and Jose greeted and took my order. He was extremely polite and attentive. He was looking like he was having a great day. He gave such a positive attitude and was extremely polite. I wish more workers were like Jose. If I were to a asses the veggie grills in Westwood, Santa Monica, Hollywood, and encino I would say Jose has topped out at the the absolute best employee in the establishment. I patronize veggie grill 3-6 times a week and I'm still blown away by the service which Jose provided me with. I will be sure to come back!
(5)Rose H.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Veggie Grill!!!!!!!!! I was never a vegan or a vegetarian. I've always been a heavy meat eater, but I became sick and lost all of my appetite. :( After 5 days of not eating.. my friend suggested I should start eating healthier. So... I went to Veggie Grill per my friend's recommendation. When I first looked at the menu, I was VERY intimidated. I had no clue what to order, so I ordered what was the most familiar to me.... the Bombay Bowl. OMG!!! The first bite I took...I started crying. Not because it was horrible... but it was just THAT GOOD!!!! Jessie the manager there... she's been such a HUGE help, and she's always welcoming!!! She's suggested a few dishes for me to try... and ALL have been so yummy!!! So much so that I've now been a vegetarian for a little over a month! I'm losing weight, I have more energy, and because Veggie Grill's foods are so delicious, I've had ZERO cravings for meat...which is REALLY unusual for me. I'm determined to try every single dishes on their menu, but so far... I'm a little stuck on 3 of them: Crispy Cauliflower, Bombay Bowl, and my new fave... the Bahn Mi Salad. I'm worried that the Bahn Mi Salad will be taken away once the Summer Menu hits. :( I hope they don't take it away...EVER!!! :)
(5)Kash D.
I have tried the buffalo bomber which was very tasty with fresh lettuce and tomatoes. It also had a fresh tasty bun and good buffalo sauce with a crispy tofu chicken patty which actually tastes like chicken. My girlfriend also tried it and she really liked it too. We have also tried the sante fe crispy chicken which which is pretty much the same as the buffalo bomber in terms of ingredients except that the bomber has buffalo sauce where the sante fe has a avocado spread which was also good but lacking in overall flavor when compared to the buffalo bomber. They also have fresh french fries that come with your sandwich. I would come here again.
(4)Bradley P.
Vegan food in Encino! Nice! The kids that work here are nice. The service is quick. If you want a filling meal for cheap get the mondo nachos. $7 an you're stuffed full of veggies.
(4)Nijole T.
Another excellent Veggie Grill location. I keep coming back for the huge menu of yummy non meat options and have tried my way through most of the menu. The imitation meat products are my least favorite, all the Veggie items the best. Love the service, very friendly and efficient, no matter how full they are. Clean, modern space. Not everything is super healthy, but it is super tasty and the prices are fair, portions great, glad they are doing so well, they deserve it!
(4)Jordan R.
Always happy with their food. Their Consistency is key. I enjoy the buffalo mini wrap.
(5)Bernadet G.
Friendly service, delicious food and drinks. Will be back!!
(4)steph g.
Love my veggie grill! Excited that one opened up in the valley near me. Best sweet potato fries ever.. Love the bayou and santa fe chicken.. recently became fan of their chilli too. I like this location as it has seating outside with heaters!
(4)Melissa S.
I actually did a happy dance when they opened here because I love the other locations so much! I might have just gotten the wrong dishes here but it wasn't that great. I had asked if the vg rollers were regular crunchy egg rolls like at Chinese thy said yes. Don't believe them! They're just reg wraps. Asian salad isn't too great and they forgot the dressing. Ill try this loc again but I'm sticking to the burgers and sweet potato fries.
(3)Asia L.
Words can't explain how much my hubby and I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! We will be Customers for life! The Food, The Staff, The Environment All were on point!
(5)Demetrius G.
I got the GF Power Plate, which doesn't seem to be so popular. It came with a huge portobello mushroom, tempeh, grilled onions, steamed kale, tomato slices, diced tomatoes, avocado, and this delicious dressing that I just drizzled on everything. The GF Power Plate was delicious! Way more substance than a salad, too. I make better sweet potato fries.
(4)Nicholas T.
Disclaimer: this is my review of all veggie grill restaurants because, in my opinion, there is very little difference between the individual restaurants. Consistently, their food is delicious and their customer service is over and above outstanding. I've only been disappointed with one item on their menu (the "fish" tacos). All other items that I've tried have floored me. In my opinion, this has got to be the best American style (though they have recently expanded their menu a lot to include Mexican and even Thai food) vegan restaurant there is. This is an absolute must. Even carnivores love it. Go!
(5)Pete C.
I tried the All Hail Kale. It was Marinated kale and red cabbage, corn salsa, agave-roasted walnuts, ginger-papaya vinaigrette with Blackened Chickin'. The Blackened Chickin' is fake chicken. My jaw got tired from chewing the kale. The fake chicken taste like fake chicken.
(2)J C.
Veggie Grill simply reinforces the notion to me that "vegan" is just a euphemism for "pretentious douche bag with no taste buds." I had the Papa's Portobello sandwich, quinoa pilaf and cauli-mashed potatoes and gravy. The sandwich was ok, nothing special. The portobello itself was a bit gummy and lacked flavor, which they attempted to mask with toppings and sauce but it all came up short. The quinoa was overcooked and completely dry and flavorless. The cauliflower mashed potatoes looked disgusting, like worse than a can of Fancy Feast. They tasted ok at first, but the more I ate them, the less I liked them. The staff was very nice and the service was good, but the food was extremely disappointing.
(2)Daniel C.
I'm not the biggest fan of restaurant vegetarian cuisine or meat substitutes, but at the behest of a good friend, I decided to go into Veggie Grill and give them a try (admittedly with fairly low expectations). However, I would soon find out that even if I had gone in with the highest of expectations I still would not have been disappointed. The food was amazing and the service we received was excellent. The young lady who took my order, whom I believe was named Amy, was very patient with my superfluous questioning and was very knowledgable about the menu. With her help, I made the decision to get the buffalo chicken sandwhich. Amy told me that the meat substitute they use here was the best you could get and I originally just nodded my head in agreement, thinking she said that just because she had to, but man! She wasn't joking! That sandwhich was better than some real buffalo chicken sandwiches I have had in the past! All in all, I had an excellent experience here. From the generous, helpful staff to the mouth-watering food, everything was spot-on. Good job on securing yourself a new loyal customer Veggie Grill!
(5)Judy A.
I just LOVE Veggie Grill. From the decor to the food, everything is great. The staff is always nice, and if you ask to substitute something in the food, they are willing to do it. My favorite here is Papa's Portabello Sandwich.
(4)Rosie S.
I went searching for a healthy restaurant in the Valley on Yelp and came across Veggie Grill. The only bad review seemed to be an annoying customer anyways, so we gave it a try. I had the grilled chickin' on steamed kale with the quinoa side. The "chickin'" was very tasty and had a great chipotle ranch and pesto that went with it. The quinoa was a little bland for my liking but still good. The sweet potato fries were yummy! There were many different items on the menu that I would like to try and I plan on returning to do so.
(4)Mayra S.
The food was great. The restaurant however, was messy. We had to clean our own table.
(3)Frankie A.
Really good food! Always gone to the santa monica location, but this one is just as great
(5)Kaylee T.
Absolutely the best Vegan food!! Their Santa Fe Chicken Sandwhich is one of the best chicken sandwhiches i've ever eaten. The service is stuck up-ish, But the food more than makes up for it.
(5)Athenart H.
Nom Nom Nom! This place has really good vegetarian and vegan food. The assortment of iced teas is a nice touch. Service is outstandingly friend and location is very clean and well-designed. They also validate for the valet parking lot out back. A tad on the pricey side (though worth it to most folks) for a place where you order and then sit down. Would like to see some lunch specials, or maybe more options for "lunch size" entrees.
(4)Lori D.
i usually go to the veggie grill in Hollywood so im so stoked there is one closer and i will be a regular customer! i checked this place out last night and i was kinda bummed walking in because they don't serve beer (at least not yet) but the meal was good if not better than the Hollywood location! and there were MORE food portions served here. The wait staff went out of their way to make us happy!
(5)Kaysa S.
Love the sweet potato fries and the mushroom burger!!
(5)EJ J.
Veggie Grill is my spot!! Because of Veggie Grill I had to take a few Afros (Stars) off this other restaurant I reviewed because it didn't compare. When we first walked in, my better half told me the meat wasn't real meat so I was a little skeptical about ordering the Santa Fe Crispy Chikin. You notice the "chiken" isn't spelled "chicken" because it's not "chicken" lol. It's soybeans, wheat and peas made into a patty and I must say, the Santa Fe was very flavorful. I actually liked the Buffalo Bomber a little more but I wasn't mad at mine either. You have the option of getting it with fries, chili or coleslaw and I decided to keep it healthy with the coleslaw and that was an excellent choice. They also have an assortment of flavored lemonades a and ice teas that are free of high-fructose syrup. So all in all, I'd have to go as far as saying this might be my favorite "healthy" restaurant as of right now. Definitely give this place a try if you want to try something a little different and semi healthy. OOOOO 5 out of 5 Afros
(5)Troy K.
Used to be Baha Fresh... Everyone, i mean, EVERYONE was happy that "something else" was going to open up. personally got even happier when found out it was Veggie Grill. I'm not vegan, neither Vegetarian, but this place is one of my favorites to grab a quick lunch. I do not eat meat every single day, so the days i want to keep my lunch "meat-less" i'm here. Buffalo Bomber + Sweet Potato Fries. DO NOT LEAVE without having the corn. Just Don't.
(4)Stelle S.
Been eating like crap? All Hail Kale salad will get your health meter back to 100.
(4)Manjot S.
Omg why is everything so good here?!? And their so friendly and helpful. I absolutely love their corn! And their cauliflower is so good. Sometimes I forget it's all veggie
(5)J. M.
For a healthier choice for vegetarians and vegans I most definitely would recommend this place. The main dishes and appetizers are very tasty and fulfilling. I would could back to place with no problem.
(5)Wendy S.
guess what i had for luncheon today? deep fried cauliflower, buffalo style, and a salad with thai dressing. how much did this tasty repast set me back, you might ask? nada! that's right, absolutemente nada! how, you might ask? well, i bought a gift card for $30 for a friend, and lo! received a free entree in exchange! deal is good at all veggie grill's throughout 12/30, i believe, so skedaddle online and do some veggie gifting!
(4)Van G.
Oh man, I love Veggie Grill! I go to other Veggie Grill locations, especially the Santa Monica one that's by my house all the time but this location was more than disappointing! A very simple order of their new BBQ Tempeh dish was completely burnt the the crisp .. I mean literally black, covered in charcoal ( I'll upload the picture as well ). I understand, bad orders happen and I wouldn't be complaining if they simply replaced my order but restaurant staff started playing tricks on me. First they said they would replace it. After 10 minutes of waiting, when inquired I was told that they were "out of tempeh" and that I need to wait for them "to find it". Yes literally FIND IT. I'm not sure what it meant because it was 3pm with plenty of people eating inside. So I waited more. By the time my party I was with finished her dish I started watching other people orders and noticed that everyone was getting their tempeh just fine. I guess the piece that was suppose to go in my order was special. 20 more minutes of waiting and my validated parking time was coming to the end so I ate the side dishes, told girls at the counter that this was a disappointing experience and left the restaurant. I like Veggie Grill but I wouldn't recommend going to this Valley location.
(1)Simon M.
The chilli soup was alright off of ventura it's so gets busy during lunch but again it's in the hear of encino offices. The soups are what I get. Located where it is the parking is limited to one hour and you have to pay afterwords.
(4)Roger H.
I order the. "All Hale Kale" with blackened Tempeh is my favorite. Get a side of Buffalo Sauce to kick it up a notch. The manager has done a brilliant job training the staff. As you step to the counter to order, a smile, a welcome to veggie grill, pleasant, if not too busy staff will stop to see if everythang is OK. FIVE STARS EASY. TIP: I go during off peak hours, for a nice quiet healthy meal. This will be my lunch stop every other day for sure.
(5)Jenny Y.
If I was a vegetarian, I'd be in heaven. But I'm not a vegetarian and I actually like meat in my burger and real chicken for hot wings. I'd have to say though, it's a pretty good substitute. I've had their buffalo wings- which is pretty good, their Santa Fe Crispy Chicken Burger- which was a bit too tofuy, and my friend had the Quinoa Power Salad- which looked really good. Their cookies are delicious too!
(4)L V.
The food is "meh", the management and service is TERRIBLE. I called in an order an hour ahead of time and asked to have my (very small) order ready by 6 pm because I was hosting some vegan friends for dinner. The woman I spoke to on the phone said that was fine (this is important later). I showed up at 5:58 PM and paid for my order. AFTER I had already paid and left a generous tip, I was informed that I'd have to wait for a bit. I said "no problem!" expecting it to be another 10 minutes at the most before I received my food. I watched EVERY SINGLE PERSON IN LINE get their food before me. I watched a bunch of orders come up and sit for 20 minutes before someone came to claim them. At the 25-minute mark I asked a passing server to please let someone know I'd placed an order to pick up at 6 PM and that I needed it as soon as possible. At the 30 minute mark I was still being ignored, and my boyfriend, who'd had enough, asked to speak to the manager. A 40-something woman with a ponytail appeared and, without asking what was wrong, immediately started berating us and said that she "Couldn't prepare an order an hour ahead of time" and that we needed to "wait like everyone else". I'm not exaggerating here- she approached us as though WE were inconveniencing HER. Maybe because she already had our money? If I'd known that my order would not even be started until I came in to pay, I certainly would not have ordered from them. If she had even MENTIONED THAT TO ME WHEN I PLACED MY ORDER (see the beginning of this review), It would have been fine! Here's the worst part though: while waiting for my order I watched as the very same (white) manager yelled things like "ándale!!" at the Hispanic chefs working in the back. Really disgusting and very offensive. My Venezuelan boyfriend (who was already pissed after speaking with the manager) wanted to walk out at that point but we had already paid and had friends waiting for food. When we finally got our food, we left and quickly headed to the second place we'd ordered food from - Lido's in Van Nuys. In stark contrast to our previous experience, our pizza and lasagna were hot and ready as soon as we arrived. At Veggie Grill, I was treated badly start to finish. I will never be back.
(1)Linda L.
The food is great! Human error occurs and there was a severe lack of consideration as far as customer service goes. I had an issue after ordering online where I had accidentally put the wrong pick up time. I called about 10 minutes later after realizing the time was incorrect. I was told my order was already made, and they couldn't do anything about it. After much debate, they decided to remake the food, which I am thankful for. At pick up my food was held aside and I was told that never again could this happen. If it did I would be charged twice. Accidents happen, and I immediately tried to fix the mistake. I'm unsure if I would come again, because though the food is good, the service leaves a bit to be desired.
(3)Devin M.
I am not vegan but I liked this place. The host was very friendly helped me pick between the chikin tacos or "fish" tacos. Went with the fish. Tacos tasted pretty good. Had strawberry lemonade which was great, not too sweet. Coleslaw was my least favorite. Clean location.
(4)Kate C.
I have always been pleased with the food at Veggie Grill. This review is regarding the level of customer service I received during a recent catering purchase. From the moment my phone order began until I walked back to my car after the food pick-up, I was beyond impressed. The staff were knowledgeable about the food and helpful with suggestions. The overall attitude of the place was welcoming and warm. The new Manager, Jesse, was great and you can tell she and her team truly care about the food they serve and the way in which they represent their company. It was a wonderful experience. The food...always good. The VG Cheese burger is a great go-to...Never disappoints. The bowls are fresh and I love the new menu items. Thanks again to Jesse and the Encino VG team. Keep up the good work!
(5)Ms. T.
Vegetarian fast food. It isn't healthy per se, but for fast food, it is vegetable based. I have enjoyed everything I have tried, including the seasonal menu items. It always seems clean to me, love ordering through the app for takeout, and the food is very tasty. The service could be a bit faster, but hey, I am not going to interrupt the cashier explaining tempeh or some other item to a first-time customer so I can get my crispy portabello order two minutes faster. I appreciate the willingness to share information and not expect every diner to be an expert. Thanks, y'all!
(4)Latoya H.
Being a carnivore i was kinda skeptical when my friend said we should eat lunch here. I had the Sante fe chickin sandwich with fries. It was actually pretty good. Im not a fan of guacamole so i took that off, but my stomach was definitely satisfied. They had all kinds of choices. They even had a gluten free and soy free menu. I think i will go back. It made me feel super healthy..lol
(4)Jennifer T.
I find that the portions are so small that I have to order two meals, and it's expensive for just one meal. After a few visits, I think I'll spend my dining out dollars elsewhere.
(2)Amy K.
Veggie Grill is a chain, so this one serves whatever the others are serving at the time, which is a tasty array of "burgers," "chik'n" sandwiches, salads, and other stuff. An inordinate amount of kale is featured liberally throughout the menu, but I'm sure on some dishes, you could ask for it to be left out. Staff was pleasant, restaurant was clean and staff were constantly walking around wiping tables and otherwise straightening up, our food came out quickly. My friend was very wary of the nachos as he doesn't like vegan cheese, but was quite amicable to the cheese sauce (the jalapenos, various fake meats, guacamole, vegan sour cream, etc. didn't hurt); he also enjoyed his salad and I was into my Buffalo Bomber sandwich. I was also really pleased by my onion rings, which I very rarely get to enjoy; generally I'm picky about eating fried foods that had meat swimming around in the oil, but at a vegan place, this isn't a problem. The ranch dressing could have used a bit of salt, but that would have been easy to solve had I felt more motivated: there's a whole station by the drinks where you can grab silverware, napkins, condiments, and even to-go boxes because you ordered too much food. Ambiance is pleasant, lots of natural light, wood and plastic, theme colors are pale green and orange. Due to the mostly-glass walls plus the music on the speakers, I found myself having to speak loudly to be heard across our small table. Also, we were a bit alarmed to find that, in our mid-30s, we were the youngest customers; tons of baby boomers. I'd ask if I've lost my coolness, but I was never cool. I found out VG validates for the pay lot behind the restaurant, otherwise parking is street/meters.
(4)Simon M.
This is my usual go to place for dinner. I have been here so many times that i cannot even begin to explain how great their food is. I decided to stop by here and grab dinner in time for Father's Day to celebrate. I ordered a burger and decided to choose a side salad in which the cashier said it would be a small but good amount, so I agreed. When my order was finally ready, I came to see that the salad was packed in an extra small container, and that half of it was the dressing container. I went back into the restaurant to let the cashier know and she regarded me with a snappy attitude that she had told me it was a small side and that that was what I was going to receive. Thankfully, a few minutes later, Amy (I believe she is the manager)came to ask what was wrong and how she could possibly help. I explained the situation to her and she quickly understood and apologized for the misunderstanding. Unfortunately, their portion sizes have gotten smaller which I need to look out for. She was even sweet enough to refund the purchase even though I told her it was definitely not necessary. If it wasn't for Amy I may possibly not have gone back for a while! Please dismiss that cashier from her work and recognize Amy for her professionalism and caring attitude!
(4)Leeor S.
I should have read the most recent reviews before agreeing to go here. My mom and I had dinner here tonight, and it was just a really horrible experience. We ordered a BUNCH of food, we like to try and share a bunch of stuff together. My moms been here before and she always gets the Sante Fe chicken sandwich, so we ordered that, the banh mi, buffalo wings, tortilla soup, cauli-mash potatoes, regular and sweet potato fries. First off, they charged us for two things we did not order. Fine, we got that fixed, sat down and were delivered half the order promptly. The rest of the order came TEN minutes later. This was fine because we were sharing, but I'm sure it would have inconvenienced other people. In my opinion, the food was inedible, bland, nothing that I would ever order again. The regular fries and the Sante Fe were the only things that were EH okay. We ordered extra buffalo sauce for the buffalo wings, did not help at all. We ordered extra gravy for the gross cauliflower, we were given the wrong sauce, and that side was ruined with an even worse sauce than the one before. So the food sucks, the service SUCKED (when my mom went to get our order fixed, they fixed it, with SO much attitude). The only thing that was actually amazing and that I would even maybe go back for are their iced teas - pomegranate green tea and hibiscus ginger tea, probably the best iced teas I've ever had. They get two stars just for that. Also, parking was 4.50, even after VALIDATION! So we paid $48 for a terrible meal plus $9 for parking. Never going back, except maybe for an iced tea ;)
(2)Nikki N.
I've been going to Veggie Grills all over the place. This is my first time in the a Encino one. Good service, clean. I like the selection of drinks and fun food to munch on with friends. I like the wall textures! And the light decorations! Im not vegan, but it's a good place for vegans and I like it also!
(5)Anthony P.
I love love love Veggie Grill! My favorite is the VG Cheesburger with sweet potato fries and chipotle sause plus chilout wing and strawberry lemonade - just amazing!! The only reason for 4 stars is that they should have vegan gluten free buns/tortillas instead of regular buns/tortillas. As soon as Veggie Grill goes 100% vegan I will give it 6 starts! ;)
(4)J N.
Went here today as we were in the area for the balboa strawberry festival and it was right down the street. We got to the veggie grill 15 mins after they opened and 3 booths and a few of the tables were filthy, mind you once again we got there 15 mins after they opened, you would think all tables would be clean. We over looked the menu for a few moments as this was our 1st time here. We ended up getting the buffalo bomber and crispy chickin' plate. These plates were disgusting. The buffalo bomber was a breaded chickin' less chickin patty drenched with buffalo sauce that just made the sandwhich extremely soggy. The sandwhich was cold. The yukon gold fries had way too much seasoning salt just thrown onto them. The same breaded chickin' less chickin patty was used for the crispy chickin' plate. The description for this plate was fried chickin. You would atleast think they would of fried the patty to make it crispy. They threw some mashed potatoes with some gravy and a wierd kale salad that just did not compliment the dish. Our drinks were also horrible as only 3 of the ice tea machines worked and were half way full probably left over from the night before. We even had to ask the cashier for our cups because she forgot to give them to us. I would not recommend this place. I'll stick to making vegaterian dishes at home as they come out better with more flavor for half the price we paid today.
(1)Elan A.
1st time eating here, had the quinoa salad, all organic place with free one hour parking, decent fast food feel to it, but organic.
(4)Robert C.
Great spot for people who would like a go at some all veggie options. I had the tasty fried "chicken" with a savory kale topped with thai sauce next to a side of delicious cauliflower potatoes. Seriously. The food is delicious. In fact, the "chicken" might be better than the real thing. My only beef...hahaha...get it..."beef" is that the portions aren't that big, but then again I just like to eat a lot.
(4)Kristin H.
I'm on a venture to try every single item on the menu. The first time I tried Veggie Grill was with a friend in LA. I had the Thai chicken and thought it was strangely delicious. After that, I found out there weren't any locations in the valley.... until now! This place is truly amazing. I'm not sure when they opened a location in the valley, but I am ever so thankful! Depending on what time and day it is, you can park in the lot behind the buildings. If not, Ventura Blvd it is! Seriously, I've tried about 1/4 of their menu, and I've never had anything even close to being bad.
(5)Melissa C.
Really love the Bombay Bowl here! Also the crispy cauliflower is delicious (but high in calories.) I got the All Hail Kale salad with blackended ch'ckn recommended by a lot of folks here and personally didn't like it. I do recommend their bowls though - very filling and delicious!
(4)Laura F.
WOW ! I MEAN SERIOUSLY WOW ! FAST FOOD VEGETARIAN ! This is an awesome place. I still can't get over how good the veggie meat taste here. Better than the real thing. The veggie bowls are so fresh and savory. The options are plenty so you never get bored. The portions are pretty big and leave you satisfied for half the day. I love the use of quinoa in their dishes. This place definitely nailed it on making veggies tasty and filling. The drinks are fresh and I like the use of teas and flowers for flavors. Prices are good, environment is clean and service is quick. I want to see more franchises of this chain in the valley. Like one in every corner would be ideal :D parking is kinda of a b**** but whatever that is Ventura Blvd.
(4)Jessica S.
Veggie Grill is a great choice for amazing, meat-y junk food. My personal favorites from this chain are the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, and the Crab Cake Sandwich. Some other things I've ordered have been a bit plain. When that happens, I just pile on some hot sauce. Located in a more city-like area of Encino. If you're in the valley and want something that will hit the spot, try here. I had a great cheeseburger from here.
(4)Yolanda O.
I absolutely love this place. Super cute manager :) Friendly, acknowledges every customer who walks in. She's very much involved in what she's doing. That rare to see. Staff are super sweet and efficient. Food is great and the place is clean. They're pretty rad speed wise when it comes to getting the orders out.
(5)david p.
It's not very common that I find myself looking for a veggie place to eat, but after getting a recommendation from a co worker, I said what the hell. Ordered the Bombay bowl and added fake sausage and it was truly fantastic. It's not too often when fake "meat" truly taste like and feels like real meat and here it does. Will be back and free 1 hour parking in the back, with validation.
(5)Danielle R.
I've been a vegan for 10 years and vegetarian my whole life. This is probably the worst vegan food I've ever had. If you want good vegan food, go to real food daily.
(1)Lee F.
The place is a bit pricey for lunch but the food is really good. I had the Chicken Gumbo and it was filling and tasty. The other order was Fish Tacos and they were really good. You get three large tacos and the taste and texture of the food is right on considering that it is all veggie. Everything with a drink came to $15.00. Veggie Grill is worth another visit.
(4)Brienna M.
I cannot get enough of veggie grill. Everything I have tried has been amazing! The best part is, my non vegetarian boyfriend loves it too! Prices are decent, but so worth it. I always crave the Mac n cheese!
(5)Priya W.
Yummy food, great customer service, and nice environment. Absolutely loved my visit here, and I'll come again!
(5)Mimi M.
Stopped consuming meat about 3.5 months ago. Wasn't ever huge into the heavier fare, but chicken was definitely my go to. Until...it just wasn't anymore. Veggie grill satisfies my taste buds the way I thought meat/dairy did. But without the junk. Great menu. Great prices. Kid friendly. My husband and little one love it as well.
(5)Randy B.
Swamp people and hunters say that a lot of things taste like chicken: snakes, lizards, alligator, snapping turtles, iguana, pigeon, quail, kangaroo, rabbit, frog, termite, and chicken, of course. While I haven't tried any of these 'other' chicken-like meats, I've also never had any soy-based products that I've liked before. While some were okay in taste (but not texture), others tasted like dog food. Well, until now. yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… Holy freak'n chickin'. I tried 2 items with chickin' -- the Buffalo Boneless Wings ( yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… ), and a Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' sandwich ( yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… ). Each was amazing on its own. The flavor was terrific, and the texture was amazingly close to chicken. Even if you try to tear it (like chicken), you see strands...just like the real thing. It was so good, I might even suggest that I prefer it over the real stuff. It's lean...no chance of gristle, and no chance for raw chicken (which is my all-time hunger killer). The sweet potato fries were as good as your gonna find. The Kale Salad was spectacular also yelp.com/biz_photos/vegg… , and beautifully presented. The carrot cake was a healthy piece, decent icing, but the cake was very dry. Lots of other good sounding options on a well-designed menu -- some that are pure and traditional veggie, while others feature their own soy-based products in both chicken and beef options. Service was efficient, friendly, and helpful. Prices are very reasonable, under $10 for any item. The decor is cute, clean, and modern...and this location offers a small outdoor patio. Parking can be a bit challenging to find on your own, but valet is available...shared with the sushi place next door. All in all, a "Berger thumbs-up" for Veggie Grill and their Chickin'.
(4)Audrey R.
I have only been there once but I must say that the food was great! Customer service was excellent. I am not a vegan but I am considering it if vegan food tastes as good as what the Veggie Grill makes. I would go back again for sure.
(4)Julia D.
So, I really liked Veggie Grill already before coming to this location. I went to one for the first time in Portland, Oregon over the summer. I have to say, this location is not nearly as fantastic. On almost every level. But I'm just content that they even have a location near to my house so I'm still giving it an enthusiastic four stars. We need more vegan restaurants!! Thank you for existing! Keep it up! =-) I will say, if you are reading this, Encino VG, that here are a three small changes that could really make a difference as to your success: - Have the person taking the orders *not* be the most soft spoken, unsmiling boy in the place. He wasn't rude, but he made me lean way in to hear what he said and that's just plain odd if he's the face of your company as we order and pay. :) The girl who took our plates away was far more friendly and self-confident. We enjoyed asking her questions about your recipes and receiving informed answers. - Train your staff to clean up faster and more thoroughly. a lot of ladies were standing around behind the counter chatting but the floor was visibly dirty (crumbs, crumbs) and some of the booths weren't bussed fast enough for the next wave of costumers to have their pick of seating. - I found a hair in my food. I didn't tell you because, I am not easily made queasy. But seriously. Do you have super untrained teenagers working back there? No hairnets? Do they wash their hands? Do they leave the fridge open too?? Hairs in food may not be in themselves a show-stopper for everyone but it does make one question one's faith in the overall quality of the food. Perhaps it would help to hire a more experienced manager who can just whip the whole place into a productive, energized, friendly, exuberant environment with a standard of excellence we can all be proud to show to our non-veg friends. :) Thanks for the extra guacamole though! You guys were sweetie pies about that.
(4)Tamy S.
Awesome !!!!!! Veggie Grill is ALWAYS GREAT ! We love the food and we love coming to this Veggie Grill ! So happy to have Vegan food done so very well ! Thank you Veggie Grill ! Wish there was more locations !!!
(5)R. I. M.
Recently ate here since eating more plant-based foods. Nice extensive menu, they are cognizant of the many dietary limitations people have and staff are very helpful with questions. I enjoyed the Latin Salad and Asparagus soup, both Vegan. Excellent! Certainly a place worthy of future visits. I appreciate that the food is not anymore expensive than most other restaurants in the area.
(5)Christine A.
Veggie place for this carnivore?! I tried Veggie Grill for the first time. By the name I assumed, "ok, healthy hot spot for gym junkies". I did not realize it was pure vegetarian/vegan food. Not that I am opposed it it, by any means. Upon arrival, I was greeted at the door by two employees who asked, "have you eaten here before?" I would have appreciated at this point, if either of them said this was vegetarian cuisine. My "+1" and I were directed to the lady behind the doors, as she was to explain to guests about the food. She had her back turned to incoming customers, entertaining two guests who seemed like they were playing "20 questions". Annoyed, I just grabbed a menu to peruse myself. As suspected, "ah, healthy stuff!" Everything on the menu seemed to be around $10. Not too bad. Aside from the lack of information from the first three employees, the cashier (sorry, didn't remember his name) and the servers were rockstars! Great attitudes, huge smiles, and just so incredibly nice, wanting to please. Decided on the VG-cheeseburger and side of mac and cheese, because I was famished from a long day at work, I added a side of the cauliflower mashed potatoes (this wasn't part of the complimentary meal). My husband ordered the chipotle bbq sandwich with a side of chili. The inside was packed and a line of people waiting for an opening to sit down. I'm not a fan of outdoor seating (bugs, wind, etc. just isn't appealing while I eat) but that was my only option. Granted it's their second day, and it's uber busy, so I'm not going to knock any points off because of the outside dining. Although it was a windy evening. Food came out promptly. My husband and I stared at the food and then at each other, "I think its vegetarian meat." We shrugged, cut the two burgers in halves and split them so we could each try. VG cheese burger - the veggies (lettuce, tomatoes, onion) were all fresh. The "cheese" was runny, think of a watery nacho cheese. The burger patty wasn't dry like usual veggie patties are. This was nice. All on a wheat bun. Chipotle BBQ sandwich - this was my favorite of the two. I immediately picked up on the portobello mushroom as "the meat". The chipotle sauce had a very nice kick. Spicy, but not lingering. Mac and cheese - the pasta was wheat, with a nice nutty taste to it. The cheese was reminiscent of Velveta shells and cheese, so I was happy. There is a nice crunch from the panko bread crumbs baked on top. Cauliflower mashed potatoes - this was my favorite, "star dish" of the night. There were hints of cauliflower (one of my fave veggies) in this side dish, but not overwhelming. Good balance with the red potatoes. The gravy, was just "eh". Lemonade - oh this is the good stuff. None of that Minute Maid nonsense. This is made on the premises. To my surprise, being the hefty eater that I am. I did not miss the lack of meat, and I was completely full. Which is a surprise to me since I am such a carnivore. So why not 5 stars? Well, I wanted dessert and I was very displeased that the three dessert items had nuts and I do not like the change in texture when nuts are added into cookies or cakes. Oh, and also the parking situation isn't the greatest. Dinner time was "park yourself" but I think lunch time may be valet. First hour is free with validation.
(4)Natalie K.
Don't get me wrong, I still prefer eating a huge piece of ribeye but for a Vegan restaurant, Veggie Grill is mighty tasty. If all vegetarian/vegan food tastes like this, I wouldn't mind eating this healthy from time to time. I went on the 2nd day of their grand opening with a certificate from yelp. Thank you Brittney for posting the event! My guest and I were treated to a free entree and a drink each. We ended up ordering dessert too. Everyone on the staff was so friendly and they were so organized. The food came out quickly. I was really surprised to see things running so smoothly on just their 2nd day. My friend had their blackened chicken with quinoa and kale.The chicken had a great spicy flavor. Well, it's not really chicken but you know what I mean. My fried chicken with kale and mash potatoes with gravy was delicious! Nothing tasted vegetarian or vegan. The gravy was really creamy. Even their kale salad is pretty delicious. Their carrot cake is really good. I don't know how they made the vegan cream cheese taste so good. The cake itself is amazingly moist and it has the perfect level of sweetness. I'm most impressed with their nutrition information. My fried chicken plate was pretty big and I felt stuffed after eating it. I looked it up and the whole plate was less than 600 calories. There are many items under 500 calories too. I definitely felt healthy yet satisfied. I'm glad Veggie Grill finally opened this location since it's close to where I live. I will definitely be back to grab some healthy meals.
(5)Rachel R.
I hate to do this to a restaurant chain that I so dearly love, but this location's takeout is abysmal. I've placed several orders through the veggie grill app (which is awesome by the way), picked up, only to notice when I got home that there was something wrong with the order. I almost always order wings and a kale caesar with grilled chick'n. Last time I got this order, the wings were only half dressed in the sauce, and the caesar had NO dressing on it whatsoever. Then this time I ordered the same thing and while the wings were okay, the caesar came without the avocado that's on the menu plus a couple of small crumbles of bacon. It really feels like the management is trying to be stingy on their more expensive ingredients to save a quick buck. But I'm paying full price for something that is incomplete. Unfortunately I'm going to have to go to a different Veggie Grill where they treat their customers better.
(2)Michelle T.
I have been a customer of this Veggie Grill since it opened and when it first opened it was pretty good. The manager was great, the food was decent, and the place was clean. I don't frequent Veggie Grill all that often now and last night was exactly the reason why. There are always a number of dirty tables waiting to be wiped down, the place smelled like dirty mop (my shoes were sticking to the floor), the bathroom is gross... oh, and the worst part was the food. I got a clump of cold Mac n Cheese as my side. The food actually grossed us out a little. The tomato on the sandwich tasted like it had turned bad and it was all a bit disappointing. I have continued to go to this Veggie Grill because there aren't a ton of vegan options, but just because there are not a ton of vegan options, doesn't mean that I will continue paying approximately 40.00 bucks for two people a visit for bad vegan fast food. Even though there aren't a lot of options for vegans, it doesn't mean we have to settle for less.
(2)Angela A.
Grand Opening! Food is fresh, tasty, and vegan! This place gets more of a 3.75 stars for food & price and 5 stars for service. The food is good, fresh, feels healthy, but for the price, you're better off going to Whole Foods and making it yourself. Other than fresh & healthy, the flavors don't really offer anything that's extraordinary. But if you can't cook or don't want to cook and don't want a 1300 calorie burger, then Veggie Grill is the place to go!
(3)Stephanie B.
Wow!!! I'm Southern people and I loved this, seriously. The califlower (faux mashed potatoes) with gravy was great, grilled corn with chipotle mayo and cilantro delicious. Service was efficient and warm. Please do yourself a favor and eat here
(5)Brett H.
Super good, healthy food. Not many options near Northridge and this is a good one.
(5)david l.
I've tried most of their menu and the burgers is what I prefer. Food quality is good and the juices are great. I won't leave a long winded review for this place because simply put it's meatless food for the meatfree diet. Is it healthier? Not really but the Portobello burger is one of my favorites here.
(4)Rez S.
Thank goodness for Veggie Grill. San Fernando Valley doesn't have many vegan restaurants and it's a pleasure to have this Veggie Grill location open up. This place is pretty big, cool and clean. I definitely enjoyed my lunch.
(5)Katrin P.
After a long day of hanging out with my sister and cousins in Hollywood last Saturday, the night was winding down. Had to drop off my cousins in Reseda where they lived and we were all hungry. By my vegetarian cousin's recommendation we stopped by Veggie Grill. I'm always open to trying new food, and though I myself am not a vegetarian, I kept an open mind. The menu had a lot of variety and the pictures of some of their dishes looked colorful and delicious, not bland or pure greenery. Again, by my cousin's recommendation I got the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin', which of course is not chicken at all. It was delicious! I was pleasantly surprised at how good it tasted. When I first took a bite I noticed that it didn't taste 100% like chicken but it tasted good and by the end of it I had forgotten I wasn't eating meat. Loved how they had fresh guacamole(no onions yay!!!) on the sandwich, and the spicy vegan mayo was great! I also tried some of my cousin's dish, which was the Harvest Bowl. Fresh ingredients, colorful presentation, delicious sauce. I would defiantly get that dish next time. What struck me most was that by the end of our meal. we were all full, but we didn't feel weighed down or sluggish like you might feel with eating fast food (not that it took a long time for our food to come out - another plus!). This kind of healthy, organic meal felt great in my stomach and afterwards I could have gone on a walk around the city or some other adventure instead of succumbing to a food coma that greasy burgers or pizza tend to do. Veggie Grill has both indoor and outdoor seating. The interior was well lit and modern in décor. The servers were pleasant and helpful. 4 stars for now because its my first visit. :)
(4)Jessica N.
Carnivores and herbavores unite! I love the Veggie Grill. It makes me so happy. I felt so happy and chipper going in before I even ate anything. First off the color scheme of this place is very bright and happy. To go along with this the employees are just as bright and happy. There was someone greeting costumers and opening doors. Then as you walk in someone is their with the menu to make suggestions and what not. The manager even came to the table at one point to ask how we were enjoying our meal and he was uber happy. He made me even more excited for my meal. If there's one thing I love more than food itself it's great customer service. They will take good care of you here. My sister got the Papa's Portbello and I got a Santa Fe Chicken. We also got a parfait to share. The food was amazing. Everything was flavorful and tasted as good as it looked. I kept saying the whole time I can't believe this is vegetarian food. My sister loved her food as well. The next day she was already asking to go back and she rarely likes to eat out. The best part of it all is that this food is healthy! You will leave full but not with a massive food coma. I wish I had tried Veggie Grill sooner. I felt energized after leaving Veggie Grill. Parking at this specific location is only free for the first hour. There is street parking but only after 6 on weekdays.
(5)Talar A.
Being a vegetarian i was excited to try this spot- esp after all the hype on Yelp. The customer service was excellent and everyone is friendly. The place is clean, modern, and well designed. Unfortunately the food was a bit disappointing- I've only been there once so maybe there was an ingredient missing from my "Savory Kale salad" which was not very savory at all! The sweetheart fries were my fave, and the side kale salad that comes with the burger is much tastier than the one I tried. My friend had the Grillin chicken and he wasn't too impressed either. If you come here try the fries, mac and cheese and if you like dark chocolate the chocolate pudding parfait (my fave part of the meal). Maybe I'll be back, but most likely I won't.
(3)Hungry P.
Ambience: Very casual place. You order in line. Then someone brings the food to your table. It has a nice outdoor seating area. Great for the warmer months. Parking is fairly easy. The place validates when the parking lot is charging so you don't have to pay. Just don't forget to ask for the validation! Thai Chikn Salad: The textured vegetable protein is lightly breaded and grilled which adds to the quinoa and cabbage in the salad. The mandarin oranges and wonton strips give it a rich Asian salad taste without all the calories. Too bad the restaurant is filthy because this dish is really good. Sweetheart Fries: The sweet potatoes are not overly grilled and you can indicate how much seasoning you want added. I actually like them more than the ones at Lyfe kitchen. Once again, it's a shame this establishment is so dirty, otherwise it would be five stars. Cleanliness: This is where the place falls short and loses all of its stars. The tables and chairs have crumbs on them and you have to clean them off before you sit down. Okay I can live with that. It's obviously not the Ritz. What I can't live with are when plates have dried food particles from previous diners. Maybe the dishwasher was broken that day? I asked one of the ladies behind the counter for more dishes thinking that the ones I had were the only ones with the problem. However, every dish she gave me had food particles. Although I enjoyed the food, I didn't enjoy the dirty dishes. I won't be coming back.
(1)Ej F.
I ate and actually enjoyed kale. Wow! (+) Cauli mashed potatoes w/ porcini mushroom gravy on the Crispy Chikin' Plate, and it tasted like chicken... very close (+) Pomegranate green tea, strawberry lemonade (+) Service was top notch, maybe because it is new but hopefully it keeps up that high quality of friendliness and attentiveness (+) Free dessert for our first visit (chocolate pudding parfait). cool gesture but it was too rich Next time I'm trying carrot cake and sweetheart (sweet potato) fries! Prices are pretty reasonable and there's plenty of tables both inside and out. FYI, there's a parking lot that is accessible up on Rubio Ave and Veggie Grill validates.
(4)John G.
BEST food we've had in a LOONG time. First time trying vegetarian food, loved it!
(5)Danielle N.
I continuously have wonderful experiences here. This has become one of my regular spots. I have been to other Veggie Grills, but none match the service at this location. I want to note two employees specifically, Christian and Stephanie, for their outstanding service. I truly feel valued as a customer, and their great attitudes and service encourage my consistent patronage of this restaurant. Seriously, after a long day at work who doesn't want delicious vegan mashed potatoes served by a friendly staff? The crispy chk'n plate... oh my goodness. I tried the Bombay Bowl after they had suggested it, and OH MY GOODNESS. Everything is so good. I also recommend the butternut velvet soup. I love you Veggie Grill!!!
(5)Quan D.
Happened upon this location on their opening day. It was my first time dining at a Veggie Grill, but not my first foray into vegetarian/vegan food places. I found the food here to be very excellent, the service quick and friendly, and the ambiance a joy. The location is very convenient for the Valley and has a lot of seating inside and out. I like the decor it is very warm and the big windows give it a very nice natural and warm feeling. The food is delicious! If you've never had true vegetarian food, you're in for a treat. You wouldn't even know that it's not really meat. We started with the Crispy Chickin' Wings: Chill Out flavor. The 'wings' come unsauced but with two dipping sauces. I found these to be delicious. They were light and didn't leave you full like normal nuggets would and the sauces were a great flavor. For entrees we enjoyed the Papa's Portobello and the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin'. The Portobello was very roundly flavored with a bit of sweetness. It's a juicy sandwich so it can get a little messy, but the flavor very nice. A nice thick head of mushroom and savory toppings. The Santa Fe was very nicely put together but was lacking a little in the flavor; I think some more sauce would help that sandwich out a lot. But it was very light as well and was satisfying but not stuffing. Overall this was a very good experience and I would definitely come back for some more! The All Hail Kale salad sounds awesome and I gotta try their 'crab' cake!
(4)Niki Z.
Obsessed with veggie grill! Their salads are tiny for the price but other than that I'm never disappointed. Pomegranate green tea there is one of my favorite drinks ever :)
(4)Holli D.
This place is a chain, but the quality is good and the food is wonderful. The prices are reasonable and they have a rewards program. The deep fried cauliflower and the chikin sandwich are amazing. I like the fact they also have a seasonal menu
(5)Kara B.
Every time I've been here, food has been incredibly delicious! I don't get to go often but I've always enjoyed their burgers. Place is cute and staff has always been so nice. It's definitely worth trying... Meat eaters AND vegetarians :)
(5)Griselda M.
My friend took me to this spot and I am immediately in love! It was Sunday around 11am and the place was absolutely empty, which I don't mind. Our food was cooked and delivered in a timely manner as well. I got the Bombay bowl and the curry sauce was absolutely delicious. Veggies weren't tender but I don't mind since I love the crunchy taste, it was a great variety of veggies under a bed of quinoa! The drinks at this location are all teas, no soda or that yucky stuff. I got the ginger hibiscus one and it was to die for! Caffeine free too for all my folk who can't sip on tea for that purpose. I will definitely be going to this spot more frequently.
(5)Vjirk S.
This is the letter I sent to them this past summer: ******* My girlfriend and I have been long-time fans ever since you've opened in El Segundo. We were so stoked when you opened up a location in the valley in Encino as it's just 10 minutes from us, so convenient! I was excited too, for you to expose some vegan/veggie goodness for valley folk. However, very sadly, the food at this location has been consistently disgusting. It seems like the cooks were either not trained properly or just don't have the right attitude, as the food is consistently below sub-par, and not Veggie Grill quality. The staff is quite nice - I wish they had more night-time support, but my complaint is really with the food. Every Wednesday evening, I place a $30-$35 order for entrees and sides. Each Wednesday, as my girlfriend and I sit down to eat, we find something wrong with the food, every time. Here's a short list: * · Cucumbers instead of celery for B-wing salads * * · B-wings not coated in sauce * * · B-wing portion size consistently off * * · Avocado cut in large wet chunks * * · Wrong sides given; half portions for a full size * * · Food cold (and this is when we pick up within the time frame) * * · Kale not chopped but in large pieces * * · Dirty romaine lettuce * * · For crispy chicken burgers, chicken cut up into strips instead of the full patty * * · No utensils with napkins * * · Food not ready within pick-up time frame; have to wait in regular line * * · HAIR IN THE FOOD The last one, hair in the food, was the last straw for us. My girlfriend eating her salad last night found a long hair attached tightly to the food; I've attached a photo. That's revolting. When I picked up the food that night, the manager-on-duty was awesome. The cooks were goofing off, and she was trying to get them to focus on times. They didn't seem to be respecting her much (or customers for that matter, with the hair in the food), but she was still professional. She gave us a free entrée for waiting so long, but honestly, we can't go back. The food just sucks that bad. Maybe it's just Wednesday nights, but my stomach churns now when I think of Veggie Grill. Please, please look into the food sanitary conditions at this location, as well as the Wednesday evening cooks. Veggie Grill has such high standards for food, and this place has done a horrible job adhering to that. ******* So I sent this letter/email in the spring, got a reply from the owner & DM, was given an apology and promised a gift card for another free entree. We sent them our address, never got the gift card, and never heard from them again. We went back for the first time a few weeks ago, thinking just MAYBE they've changed. Like a bad ex, same exact issues (minus the hair, so I guess they've progressed from that). Done and done. And no VG, I do not want a free gift card.
(1)James-Michael P.
Please open a location in the EAST Valley! NoHo or Studio City please! Encino is a trek. I'd be there everyday! Ok, for those of you that say the food is bland, you're not trying the right things. They have things that are awesome and then some things that are not so much. Stick with me and you'll get the good stuff. Awesome: Buffalo wings, Crispy Chicken Plate, and if you're feeling healthy, Blackened tempeh chicken, grilled cookie (make sure they truly grill it), Buffalo miniwrap, cauli-mashed potatoes and gravy. Start with those. Not so awesome: They still need to work on their BBQ Beef. Maybe it needs more sauce, but pretty bland.
(4)Ronald B.
Been here three times. Got the santa fe chickin', crispy chickin', and chickin' plate. Suffice to say, I love their chickin' dishes. It's a combination of soy, tofu, and peas, but it tastes like a better version of the real thing. I've never had any vegan food prior to my time at the Grill, but if all of it tasted like this, I could easily be converted. The tea selection (ginger! hibiscus!) is also commendable. The gentleman who took our orders was kind, polite, and savvy. The ambience is very modern and trendy. I'd gladly go again, and I think I'll keep going until I've had everything this healthy, happy establishment has to offer.
(5)Laura B.
Dude.. I don't even know how to word this. I think I go here 3 times a week..and I almost always get the Buffalo Wings, Mac N Cheese, and onion rings- total fat vegan status. But they do have healthier options!! Anyway, I feel like there has to be crack in the food because I feel like I would cry without it. I love Veggie Grill. AND everyone in there is the coolest most relaxed and helpful person they could possibly be... basically I want to live here. Get the buffalo wings with Mac and Cheese!!!!!!
(5)J. William W.
Not sure how good the food is, they are taking forever to bring food out. So much so I have all this time to give this low review. When folks walked in and received food after me it was it. Talked to waitress and the food magically shows up in a few minutes. She knew I was not feeling the situation. So she came back with some free meal cards. People next were complaining same time as me. Unorganized in kitchen? Not my first time here so I'll give them another chance to redeem theirselves but not cool bro, not cool at all.
(2)Lucia S.
Love this place!! The wings are awesome and so are the onion rings!! I haven't tried anything I didn't like. However the chilli was more like tomato paste but still tasty :)
(5)Agnes K.
Portobello mushroom burger rocks! Buffalo chicken salad ROcks! COle slaw as well. Cant wait to go back ! If it was closer I would go every day.
(5)Marty C.
2 months later and that wall is still very gross. I sat by the window in the Northeast corner. Gross, dirty, filthy. Someone please take a wet rag and wipe along that rail / wall once a day. PLEASE improve cleanliness so I can feel comfortable eating at this location.
(1)Brittany M.
One of my favorite restaurants! Not only is it cheap, but its delicious and definitely a way better option than eating out other places. I recently became a vegetarian and I can come here and not worry about what to eat AND I don't have to compromise taste. Everything here is absolutely delicious! I also love their teas, please never get rid of your teas!
(5)L v.
I was so impressed with how Tania, the new manager, bent over backwards to make up for our negative experience. We really want to thank her and are so happy that our faith in Veggie Grill has been restored! Anyone can make a mistake, but it's how you move forward that will leave a lasting impression. Thank you, Tania, and thank you, Veggie Grill.
(5)Lazlo T.
I love this place and i'm not a vegetarian... Everything ive had has been pretty good and not in a fake food way, In a real food way.. American Stack was great (when it was on the menu) and all their chicken sandwichs are delicious also... Sweet Heart fries also, its not on the menu but you can get a 1/2 order....Oh and the soup... not sure how they get the "Beefy" flavor in their barley soup... I dont think they have soda but i know they have beer... Worst part is the parking, you have to get your ticket stamped if you park in the lot they share with Katsua.... Yeah sometimes their slow and the tables need cleaning off but its still worth the visit, i've always had a few clean tables to choose from..
(4)Randy and Sarita S.
Trying out vegan possibilities and this place was fantastic in both flavor, options and price. I would only suggest that you ask for ALL sauces and dressings on the side. I got the kale salad and it was really good. I didn't notice the overly generous amount of "bacon bits" croutons and "dressing" beneath the first layer. WAY more than I would want (I picked out most of it). The staff are patient and friendly. I bring this up because I've experienced a "snooty level" at vegan/vegetarian dining establishments (and I sure wish that would stop). We weren't sure what to get (THERE IS A LOT TO CHOOSE FROM). Dined on a Friday afternoon about 11:30am. Place was just getting rolling for the lunch crowd. The drink section was really delicious too. I had the lemonade - not too sweet. I tried the strawberry lemonade and it was VERY sweet. They had 3 other tea options and filtered water. Really cool. It was clean and up beat. I'm definitely going back again to try another option. My lunch date got a "chicken" sandwich and she are every morsel including the slaw on the side. It looked delicious. She's not vegan and couldn't believe she wasn't actually eating chicken. We asked the (very polite) server what the "chicken was" and she confirmed NOT chicken! I also got a side order of the cauliflower mashed potatoes. DELISH!! I got the gravy on the side. Parking is a bit tough. I parked (they give 1 hour validation) behind the building. I went over my 1 hour and it cost me $1.50 more (not sure how much over I went). Overall I would definitely visit again and/or try other Veggie Grill establishments.
(4)Orsolya D.
I'm what I call to dub, " Almost Vegetarian". What the heck am I talking about? I just mean that I eat Vegetarian 99% of the time. Thus, when choosing a meal, I would without a doubt opt for a vegetarian place. Enter Veggie Grill. Veggie Grill is a heaven for vegetarians or vegans. I have been here a few times now (and will be back as I scored 18 gift cards!!!) and have enjoyed both the customer service and the food. The proof that it is great? My meat-loving boyfriend who is certainly a "manly eater" even approves of Veggie Grill. Upon arriving at Veggie Grill, you will feel like you stepped into a giant salad bowl because of the shiny brown wood details, bright orange and green paints, and fresh, airy layout. Ordering takes place at the counter and there is no menu board so beware of those awkward moments of having to let the person behind you go ahead while you decide on your order. The counter person/cashier on duty has always been kind and very knowledgeable plus willing to substitute items in order to satisfy your needs. While waiting for your food, indoor and outdoor seating is available (although it fills up fast at times). During each of my experiences, Veggie Grill did take some extra time to prepare the food (it isn't prepared ahead of time) but it is worth the wait. Plus, the amazing assortment of drinks available for sipping (peach tea, pomegranate green tea, unsweetened tea, and strawberry lemonade) will help with the lag. How is the food? Terrific! I have tried the Carne Asada (grilled veggie steak, Mexican spices, red onion, lettuce, tomato, and spicy vegan mayo on a wheat bun --$8.95) which I asked bunless and served on kale. This comes with a side of red cabbage slaw or chili which I substituted for quinoa. It was AMAZING! Best carne asada, ever! Papa's Portabello Sandwich (grilled mushroom, tomato, basil & garlic pomodoro, caramelized onion, pesto, red onion, and chipotle ranch) is equally heavenly and perfect while the All Hail Kale salad (marinated kale and red cabbage, corn salsa, agave-roasted walnuts with ginger-papaya vinaigrette -- $8.95) has been my go-to salad 12 times now! I seriously have eaten it 12 times and never tire of it! The Santa Fe Crispy Chicken sandwich (fried"chicken", lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado, and spicy vegan mayo -- $8.95) isn't my favorite choice BUT Veggie Grill uses Gardein brand "chicken" which is my favorite chicken substitute! Having a sweet tooth craving? Try the Carrot Cake (fresh carrots, walnuts, and vegan cream cheese frosting -- $3.50). The desserts are made without eggs, no refined sugar, and no animal fats and yet: this is God-sent carrot cake! I can't begin to explain how amazing it is! Again, my boyfriend who eats ALL sugars and fats is even in love with it. As I've mentioned, customer service is great. The staff is always quite friendly and quick to help: I had a catering order for 20 people and was not only served EVERYTHING that the catered lunch would need from napkins to salad tongs to serving utensils; but was also helped by an employee to carry it all to my car. The bulk food stayed fresh all day and even days afterwards for leftovers and Veggie Grill didn't skimp on salad toppings, cake slice pieces, etc. I would definitely recommend it for an event or work lunch. Kids will also be satisfied with healthy meals of a kid-friendly entree, side, drink, and dessert for only $5.95! Speaking of prices, all meals are under $10! Healthy and inexpensive! Veggie Grill has a paid parking lot, however they validate for an hour. Although a little slow on the service; Veggie Grill offers delicious and healthy food without busting your wallet. If my boyfriend is any indication: even your meat-eating friends will love it!
(4)Nancy N.
My daughter and I are in love with this place!! The food is delicious and the carrot cake is to die for! We recently became vegetarian about 4 months ago and every time I come here the food is delicious and I don't have to worry about any animal products. & the best part is the customer service here is awesome! The employees are very helpful and extremely respectful.. This is one of my favorite spots!!
(5)Christina N.
I finally got to try the Veggie Grill in my area! I was soooo excited, I've literally have been begging someone to take me there since it opened up. This was my second time trying a Veggie Grill in general but I still loved it! It's very spacious inside and everyone is happy and will happily help you if you don't know what to get. I had the thai chicken wrap with a side of red cabbage.. delicious! My friend ordered the santa fe chicken as a wrap with a side of chili, also delicious! You can't go wrong with this place!
(5)Amy B.
Iv been here a couple times in the past few weeks since getting a new job in the area. Each visit was very pleasant. The staff is friendly, food comes out fast and has taste great each time. I highly suggest the Santa Fe crispy chicken sandwich. I think it's a good/safe goto if it's your first visit, it's freaken delicious! :)
(4)Stephanie W.
Love Veggie Grill! Their food is delicious and they're always coming up with new menu items. Glad they opened up this location since it's close to me. I wish they would open up more spots in the Valley. If you go, make sure to get their buffalo "wings" and VG rollers...my faves!
(5)Danielle R.
My sister was going through a vegetarian phase and I'm always down for a good vegan restaurant, so we decided to check out this place which is not too far from us. I used to LOVE chicken patties when I was younger but now eating a real, live chicken grosses me out for some reason. That day I was craving a spicy, chicken-like burger without all the nasties. I decided on the Buffalo Bomber with coleslaw. My sister ordered first and immediately the lady at the counter suggested something else to her (the honesty is much appreciated by the way). My sister ended up getting the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' with fries at the cashier's suggestion. Then the cashier asked me what I got and told me that it was a good choice... Yay! :) both of our burgers were awesome and my sister even commented that it tasted just like chicken. Having eaten many vegetarian/vegan patties/meats in my life I could tell that it wasn't real meat but I prefer it that way. Who needs McDonald's when you've got a MUCH HEALTHIER VEGAN alternative?!?!?! Nobody that's who. Love you veggie grill!
(5)Linda K.
My first time here one of my vegan friends suggested I try this place. I'm glad I did buffalo chicken wings taste amazing and hits the spot. This place is very clean and very welcoming plus one hours free with validation!!!
(4)Duke R.
The food's pretty good if you're a vegan - great variety. But my main issue is the service - just about every time I've ordered takeout here, they forget something. Tonight I ordered 2 kale Ceasar salads, and they forgot the tempeh bacon on both. So now it's gotten to the point where not only do I have to check my order, but I now have to check the ingredients of each item. Come on, Veggie Grill!
(3)Sarah L.
Veggie Grill is a great vegetarian chain restaurant that offers fresh, tasty and reasonably priced food. They have a large menu filled with sides, salads, burgers, sandwiches, tacos and wraps. My favorite item to order is the Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' with sweet potato fries. I guess this dish is not the healthiest item on the menu since it is all fried. Oh well. Sometimes veggie proteins can have a weird after taste but I found that Veggie Grill does not have that. The restaurant is clean and everyone working there is very friendly and check on you during your meal.
(4)Dennis N.
I usually dislike eating kale in general; but their all hail kale was awesome. I like all their sandwiches and wraps especially their "fish" tacos and crab cake sandwich. The down side is it's a little pricey but with good choices on the menu. There is valet parking during the day at the back, but you can validate your parking validation at the restaurant for a free 1 hr parking. The servers were nice and helpful.
(4)John R.
I'm not vegan and I love the buffalo bomber here! It's delicious! This has now become one of my places to go to! Inside was clean and our waitress with the glasses was very helpful and nice.
(5)Gina J.
I love red meat...and chicken...and fish. That said, Veggie Grill is really freaking good! My vegetarian coworker always raved about this place, so once this one opened by my house, I thought I'd give it a try. I got the B-Wing salad and the chocolate pudding parfait. One of my biggest guilty pleasures is a basket of buffalo wings. I look forward to licking all that deliciously spicy sauce off my fingers. This salad plays to the buffalo chicken very well. On taste and texture, this 'chicken' is pretty damn good. The only way I could actually tell the difference was that this 'meat' didn't shred the way chicken usually does. The salad has carrots and celery (to go along with the buffalo chicken theme) as well as avocado. I loved this salad! It's vegetarian without the FEELING of it being vegetarian. Now, on to the chocolate pudding parfait. IN-FREAKING-CREDIBLE. The pudding is nice and smooth without being overwhelmingly rich. You get some nice crunchy texture from the cookie crumbles, and also a nice sweet tang from the whipped cream. I could've had another 5 of those. Such a great dessert! I'm not much of a soda drinker, but I noticed that their beverage selection is limited to water, iced teas, and lemonades. I didn't try any of them, but next time I'm here (there will definitely be a next time), I'm going for the strawberry lemonade. This place is a little hidden. I drove right by it without realizing it was there. It's by the Katsu-Ya, so look out for it. Parking in the back can be a little crowded, but the one hour of free parking with validation is a nice plus.
(5)Sunny T.
Great food but the lack of stars was the server spilled ketchup all over my wife's pants and didn't do anything to make it right. The person in the front also had attitude issues but again Im saying the food was good. Im giving one more try and we will see from there.
(3)Stan C.
We went for a quick lunch. We each ordered the mushroom burger. I had it on a bun, my wife with no bun. Each was excellent. I had the sweet potato fries as a side (an extra charge for those but worth it). We ate on the patio which is on a walkway on the side of the restaurant. Unlike many of the restaurant patios in the Valley, the patio was not on the street, so no exhaust fumes and no pedestrian traffic to put up with. The service was very pleasant (you order at the counter and they bring your order to the table when it is ready). Over all, a very positive inexpensive informal dining experience.
(4)Mr B.
Consistency is KING and you will find the KING AND THE QUEEN at this place! First off , FREE PARKING. Free validation in the back. Great Staff , always friendly, always with a smile- ALWAYS. Every location- These people know how to train their staff, bottom line. Food is KILLER! ALWAYS! Always great, Always leaving satisfied. ALWAYS Clean! Everywhere. Even the fucking bathroom. I would eat my meal in the bathroom to prove to you how clean this place is. I am not going to lie though, its fucking expensive...but get over that. you shouldn't be eating out if you are not ready to get hit with 12$ entree prices. 3 Favorites: 1. All American Stack with Sweetheart Fries (Get Extra Ranch with your fries! ) 2. Savory Kale Caesar - Its new and kicks butt 3. All Hail Kale Salad - AWESOME I cant get enough of this place and I am super happy its not in the valley, I was a huge fan of the hollywood locations but now don't have to drive an hour in traffic to eat at my favorite veggie spot. Cheers Veggie Grill! Hope you keep growing!
(5)Mimi S.
I've stayed away from Here because I was told it's deceivingly expensive. But I went the other day and spent less than $8 and was very satisfied with my meal. My friend however did unintentionally spend $20 by adding fries, salad, drink and cookie to her order.
(5)Vee D.
So I get these coupons in mail. I had never heard of this restaurant and I'm not a vegan, so I really wasn't sure what to expect. But one day I was kind of broke, & I noticed I had a coupon for a free sandwich. I went ahead and gave it a shot. Oh. My. Gosh. This place is amazing. I was wholly shocked by how good the food was especially since it is mostly vegan, I think. Highly recommended. Kind of hard to find, though. It is across from Tony Roma's on Ventura Blvd. and its good. So try it!
(4)M M.
Just tried this place for the first time. I tend to choose healthier options in general; this place definitely offers plenty of those! It's a vegan place, so there are no meat or dairy products here. I had the harvest bowl. It was okay - nothing to scream about. But I'm willing to try other options given that they are healthy and fairly affordable.
(3)B F.
Awesome plant-based fast food that's definitely a cut above your ordinary fast food! The crispy "chicken" will satisfy even the pickiest omnivore, and there are so many unique creations, including seasonal dishes. I just met the new manager, Jesse, who's on a mission to improve any former deficiencies at this location, so I'm sure it's worth a retry if you had any less-than-excellent experiences before. Delicious and nutritious!
(5)Jennifer H.
I have been a regular customer for quite some time but I am done. They regularly get my order wrong. I order by phone then go to the phone order line expecting to be expedited only to be ignored for a good 15 minutes while I watch employees milling around without even acknowledging my presence when the store is not even busy. I found what might have been hair in one of my orders. I'm not going back.
(1)Cher A.
I am totally addicted to this place. I eat here at least 3 times a week and I love it. It is quick, healthy and their service is great. Every staff member I have encountered is polite and seems happy to be there. My non-vegan friends never mind accompanying me to this place because the food has pretty good flavor. They have access to all of the ingredients in their food online and if you are gluten free you can order the burgers kale-style or substitute tempeh which is what I do. If you only have 20 minutes this is one of those places that is as quick as Paquito Mas across the street. The parking lot only validates for an hour which is also a good thing to remember. The only downside form this place is that they don't serve any hot beverages. I have brought a few people there that were disappointed they couldn't get a coffee after their meal (which is to be expected for a vegan place) but it would be nice if they at least had some herbal hot teas. Still, definitely a place I never say no to!
(5)Candace L.
I'm a creature of habit and perhaps that's why I like the Hollywood location much better than this one. I had heard this opened and since I live in the valley and only a few miles down Ventura - I figured I could get my VG fix and drive over here to check them out. Maybe they are still working out the "just opened" kinks but the service seemed a lot different than Hollywood. Tables needing to be cleared and cleaned, food taking awhile to come out, very long slow moving line to order (luckily we missed this, but it was observed). Inside just feels a bit stuffy. The menu is the same - tasty as always! The buffalo wings and Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich are still my go to items. Parking is in back and free with one hour validation. I'll stick to the VG by my office - there's something I just don't care for with this location.
(3)Aziz Z.
Great service, clean atmosphere, and tasty food. This Restaurant offers a wide variety of Vegan/Vegetarian food e.g. burgers, chicken sandwiches, buffalo wings, and desserts. This location in particular is the newest in the Valley which makes it very easy for those who live in the area already and those who are used to going to the branch in Santa Monica. The service is great and attentive to the customers needs; every couple of minutes there is someone to come check up on you, to make sure that everything is going alright. In addition, the restaurant is very clean, organized and well put together. Lastly the food is great, many different options, all of which are healthy so there is no guilty feelings afterwards. Furthermore, I will most definitely be coming back to this location for all of the reasons listed above (not to mention its pretty near to my home)
(5)Pete S.
Came here for their opening day yesterday, man it was packed! First of all, parking: If you want to park here, Veggie Grill validates first hour. Great deal because with the exception of yesterday, it usually comes out pretty fast. If you want to park on the street, read the signs but we did park in the residential area since it was after 6pm. It was a short walk. As you come in, I have to say the design of this place is really awkward. How so? Well, it was incredibly narrow if you were waiting in line. Side by side wise, it's difficult to fit two people in the lane. If you want to walk to the bathroom, you pass the cashiers down the hall. Another strange tidbit, the men's restroom has a lock while the women's restroom does not. Huh? You would think its the other way around since men are sterotypically faster? As for the food, it is incredibly good. I've never been disappointed with the taste and the quality of food. I usually get the All Hail Kale salad (The best thing since sliced bread but probably not the best comparison) but decided to try the Baja Salad. It was just as good. Food tasted fresh as always. Even the kids meal is tasty. Yesterday however, we had some hiccups with our order. We had the food voucher invites and we had kids with us. I've been to a couple of these Grand Openings and had the free food vouchers but never had to pay. Yesterday was the first time I had to shell out $6 per kid. Not a big problem but I would've rather given the money to the workers as tip. Another hiccup was the kids meals we ordered didn't include the usual wiki sticks kids toys. So I had to make a few trips to the front counter and ask. Speaking of the front counter, I went numerous times. I was missing sauce, my kids order wasn't correct. To get to the front, you have to bypass the drinks station area which was kind of chaotic because that's the same place where people get their food to go and thats also where the food comes out. Luckily for me, Kelly who works here made it easy. Whatever I needed, she got for me since she was like the lookout person for missing goods. So after a few times up to the counter, I finally got what I needed. Of course, after that ordeal, few other workers came by including the GM Anthony to check up on us. (I was the one who asked for the comment card). All was good from then on. So just minor hiccups but I believe it was not a five star experience only because I've been to a couple other grand openings for comparison purposes. Your staff here are incredibly upbeat and friendly. I just wanted to share that. Congrats on opening another location guys. I saw Kevin, one of the founders there but didn't have time to say Hi. You guys do rock for having such a great product and I will always be a loyal fan.
(4)Aya T.
I came here with my complimentary entree + drink offer. When I arrived, this place was packed. I was lucky to not wait in line or wait for the tables. Because 5 minutes later, there were long line and people were looking for the tables. The workers were so nice and welcoming. I remember more than 5 different workers greeting "Hi, how are you doing?". I've been to other veggie grill locations so I know their food. Every time I go to Veggie Grill, I love the food. Their food is healthy and delicious. This time I ordered blackened chickin' plate (kale, pilaf, chicken). The dressing for the kale was tasty. I think my chicken was little spicy. I didn't think it was spicy while I was eating but after I finished eating, my mouth was little spicy. No matter what you order, nothing greasy or high calories. Highly recommended to weight watchers.
(5)Nicole U.
I am a fan. Super tasty, easy and fast good for you food.This place is always packed but the wait for food does not seem to take very long. I love the bright decor of the restaurant. I had the buffalo chick'n salad with a green tea. The salad was huge and had so many chick'n strips...I was pleasantly surprised. Wing sauce was tangy and hot which paired well with the creamy ranch dressing. My salad was loaded with fresh lettuces, avocado and celery. Nice crunch.
(4)Sandy P.
Been craving the bombay bowl and sweet potato fries here like crazy multiple times a week. This food pumps you up with energy after you eat it. Really happy they're in our neighborhood. There was one time I had a problem with my order and the manager (I believe his name was Greg) overcompensated for the problem. He did not get off the phone with me until he made sure that I was happy and until he had assured me that he would fix the problem in the future. Love you guys!
(5)Eric B.
I love the Bombay bowl. I travel daily and need good spots with non GMO, gluten free dishes and Veggie grill is my favorite. This location has free parking validation which is great on Ventura blvd. Being that I eat a plant based diet this is my go to spot. There are locations all around and it's tasty. Occasionally I get the sweet potato fries. Veggie Grille is awesome and I highly recommend!
(5)Gigi D.
Yay for the Veggie Grill. The VG Cheeseburger was so delicious. And OMG the Sweetheart fries with that Chipotle sauce... it was like a little slice of heaven. The service was excellent and Carly was so very helpful in helping us to decide what we wanted. All if the staff there were so friendly and they were SWAMPED!!! I can't wait to go back and try the Santa Fe Crispy Chicken sandwich next time and the mac-n-cheese. Looking at all the food going by, everything looked so tasty.... Oh and as good as the food was, I look at my bottle of Margo's dark rootbeer and what does it say on the label??? All proceeds go to help animal shelters. How cool is that? All in all, it was great food, great atmosphere. This is definitely a place I will come back to again.
(5)Nancy T.
Absolutely LOVE the layout of this particular location. So new and clean! Their outdoor patio is especially awesome, although it's too hot to sit outside in the Valley in the summer heat. The employees here are super friendly. The food is consistently good - exactly what I've come to expect from the Irvine location, which I've been frequenting for years. We ordered some of our favorites here: crispy chick'n sandwich, VG nachos, sweet potato fries, and "fish" tacos. Everything tasted just as good as I remember it, except the "fish" tacos were a bit overly "fishy" if you know what I mean - personally don't prefer that, but they still tasted VERY similar to real fish. It's amazing what this place does with veggies - seriously, most of the stuff pretty much tastes like the real thing. I was also pleasantly surprised to discover that they replaced one of their teas with an organic herbal ginger tea that's caffeine-free! It's pretty tasty and a welcome change from the peach iced tea, which was overly sweet in my opinion. Lovin' this new location, EXCEPT for the carrot cake. Although VG's carrot cake is definitely one of my absolute favorites, this location totally oversweetens their carrot cake. I wonder what's the deal?! Both Irvine locations always have consistently perfect carrot cake, so not sure what's up with it at this location...but hope they fix this soon!
(4)Mark C.
The GM Anothony and his staff were friendly and delivered great service. The food is delicious and surprisingly the chicken wings were amazing.
(5)Daniel J.
My favorite restaurant! The food is amazing and the staff is so polite and welcoming. The manager Lindsay/Lindsey (sp?) always greets me by name and there is also this one Aussie guy (forgetting his name atm-- apologies) who is so cordial, you always end up feeling like you're a part of the family. I am vegan, but for meat eaters trying the place, I highly recommend the Buffalo Bomber. Though, to be honest, everything I and even my carnivorous friends have tried is great! I have half a mind to quit my job and open one of these places just to eat their food all the time. Yes-- its that good. :)
(5)Brenda N.
I love the food and service at this place. I've been here twice already. Once at the opening and another time for lunch with friends. The food is delicious and it even got my meet lover friend on board. The service is fast and friendly. We got our food within five minutes of ordering. Everything tasted great. The guy taking our order was helpful and made good suggestions, since I told him that it was my friends' first time there. I really like this place and would recommend it to anyone, even if they're not vegetarian. (:
(5)Nari L.
Great food here~ I got the Kale Caesar Salad which was amazing! I can't wait to come back to try other things here. The only downside is that I found an eyelash in my dish. But they discarded it and made me a new one right away. I'll def be back here! Free parking in the back with 1 hour validation!
(5)Anne A.
Veggie Grill took over the local Baja Fresh. A little sad, but I haven't eaten at a Baja Fresh in such a long time and noticing that they're slowing shutting down store by store. At the recommendation of my co-worker, I had lunch at Veggie Grill today with an open mind. Not being a vegetarian or a vegan, I was still open to trying out. As I usually do, I asked my "what do you recommend" question. The friendly woman at the register gladly made some recommendation from the sandwich section, appetizer, and salad section. I went with the kale salad topped with "chickin" wings and bottomless variety of flavored iced tea and lemonade. I and probably with three glasses of strawberry lemondade and pomegranate iced tea. While devouring my tasty kale salad, I thought to myself, I can easily make this dish. Yes, I can, but do I have the time? Most of the time, no. Veggie Grill to the rescue! Total $17 with $2 tip. Free 1 hour parking. Would I come back, definitely yes! I felt good after my meal -- and enjoyed "clean eating." Highly recommended local vegan/vegetarian fast food chain restaurant! Excellent attention and service for a fast food restaurant. Whenever I feel like "cleansing" or eating healthy, this is my neighborhood spot.
(5)Ani M.
Every year around Easter my brother and I go on a strict lent where we are not allowed to eat meat, dairy, or alcohol the week of ash Wednesday all the way to the saturday before Easter. This year was my first year trying Veggie grill thanks to a recommendation made by a waiter at an Italian restaurant where I couldn't eat anything( tear tear) The parking is tricky here, or maybe I'm just slow but I ended up parking at the bank of america parking lot, then getting scared and bringing my car to their parking lot after asking one of their cashiers.I got the buffalo burger for myself which was good. A month into my lent and I was looking for another flavor in my mouth besides veggies, hummus, and anything else that is vegetable related. Their fries are awesome! I would eat them outside of my diet, they are so good! I also loved the portobelo fries and the fried cauliflower. Definitely going to remember this place for next year and the years to come. I just wish they had more locations as this one is 30 min away from my house and the 405 traffic isn't exactly my idea of a good way to waste time.
(4)Dominic P.
Love this chain. Sodium will still get you, but much easier on the kidneys than processed meat or chicken. Friendly service with a clean environment.
(5)Jennifer H.
I love VG and was excited to see a valley location but having been burnt every time I order here I need to finally post it. I have tried this location six times in the last 4 months and each time my order had some issue. While the issues were of varying degrees, it was always consistent that something would be wrong. Be careful if you get takeout - one time the soup cup was literally only 60% full (cheap!), another time they forgot to give me the soup entirely, separate visit I paid extra for a topping and of course it was not added, saw my dessert didn't have walnuts after they specifically asked if I wanted them and I said Yes, etc. etc. They also take forever, even if you call an order in. The extra star was for their management recognizing the poor service and making efforts to improve it.
(2)Marc G.
Very clean... Not sure why this stood out, but it did... Spotless... but then again it is brand new, so... The staff were all super nice... the ice tea was great... and the food was really pretty good, especially knowing that you are eating healthy. I had the Grillin' Chickin Sandwich, which was filling and tasty... and the chili, which was excellent. I also tried some of the quinoa, which was good. I like that grain. But the steamed kale was just okay, definitely on the boring side. This is a nice change of pace and a good way to keep your Meatless Mondays... or whatever day you choose.
(4)Heidi A.
Always great! Customer service is spot on! Food is absolutely delicious! Can't get enough! Carrot Cake is a must!
(5)Rihan K.
I went to the Westwood one couple days ago and i was glad to hear they one in Encino it was also great I had the Buffalo Bomber it was amazing!!! The Drinks are good too they have legit drinks not now pepsi or sprite they good organic iced teas WILL DEF COME BACK A++++++
(5)Leron R.
The Bombay Bowl is, the BOMB (its on the NEW menu) Love the kick to the buffalo wings. That spicy buffalo sauce needs to be bottled up and sold in stores; II'd pour it on everything. Their BBQ sauce is really good too. It's a good place to bring non-vegans to help them ease into a healthier lifestyle. If I recall correctly one of their employees said that their clientele is 70% nonvegans, so that says a lot.
(5)Robyn S.
This is one of my absolute favorite places to eat, if only there was a location a little closer to my home. The Sweetheart Fries and the SAUCE, don't forget the sauce, are both very very good. I also recommend the Bali Bliss burger (which I get on a bed of cooked kale), Cauli-Mashed Potatoes, Mac-n-Cheese, any of their iced teas and their Chocolate Pudding Parfait. Now I'm SUPER hungry!!!
(4)Martin K.
Great Food if you are not in the mood for meats! We like it! It's a great option for once in a while. Mix the fountain drinks to your leasure! The "Tempe" was not my thing. The Salads are a lot of fun!
(4)Kat D.
I absolutely love this restaurant. The food is so fresh and healthy for such reasonable prices. The staff was so welcoming and patient with us since it was our first time there. Definitely recommend the Quinoa Power Salad. Will be back for sure!
(5)Kat A.
I am NOT a vegan, and really not a huge fan of vegan food usually, but I am obsessed with this place. The food is 5 stars. Everything I have gotten has blown my mind. The santa fe chicken sandwich, the sweet potato fries, Fiesta salad, and the yummy strawberry lemonade and teas. The people who work there are SOOOO nice and friendly and always smiling. This place rules.
(5)Massage By Dana A.
How fun! Healthy and creative food, trendy atmosphere, excellent service and d e l i c i o u s vegan food! Im going back there soon.
(5)Estefania J.
Love this place. Great customer service . Got the santa fe "chicken" , so good even my meat eating friends loved it. Personally don't recommend anything w cheese. I find it chewy and to be honest completely gross. I love the carrot cake; great tasting and the icing isn't too sweet. Snap a pic of your receipt and rack points in the app!
(5)Linda M.
Awesome Veggan Place!!! Love Love there Food!!! Absolutely NO MEATS NO MILK NO EGG!! Great location with indoor and outdoor seating, nice and clean. I like there "chicken" sticks with buffalo sauce, deff. Recommend there "chicken" replaced buns with Kale style and there coleslaw :):) yummu#! Great place for vegans like me!
(5)Mako Hema O.
Always excellent! I received a FREE entree for my Birthday, such a great surprise! I had my usual- Santa Fe Crispy ChicKin ( tofu) sandwich over Kale- always perfectly consistent ! The teas are to die for! ginger pomegranate is my fave! Thank you Veggie Grill! I'm a huge fan!
(5)Jennifer D.
This restaurant is great if you are a vegetarian which I am not. If you eat meat then nothing you order at this restaurant will compare. The food has a lot of sauce to overcompensate for the bland taste. The atmosphere isn't great either. The staff that works there are friendly.
(3)Jesyka H.
I love this restaurant and have been coming here since it opened, but this post is a special shout-out to one employee who went the extra distance today: GREGORY. I was having a terrible, really horrible day and Gregory went above and beyond to help me out and make my day better. Once in a while, you encounter people who reach out beyond their own self-interests to comfort another human being, simply because it's the kind thing to do. Gregory is this kind of person. Gregory, THANK YOU so much for being a wonderful person. I will be visiting Veggie Grill even more now just to see your awesome face. =D
(5)Zohar M.
Although I am not a vegan I am in love with all vegan foods. Veggie grill is the place to go when you want to eat and and don't know where to go. The buffalo wing styled cauliflower is really good!! Really clean and great place to eat at!!
(4)Jude M.
Taste: 2 Creativity/Authenticity: 2.5 Atmosphere: 3.5 Service: 3.5 Bang for your buck: 3 Are you serious with all these 5 star ratings? than again it is a vegetarian place so most of your pallets are bland and tasteless. Now i love food and i enjoy eating healthy food as well; but this is just garbage like eating cardboard with sauce on it. Went here with a friend who said this place was good; man was he wrong. He got the "chicken" salad, i got the "fish"taco, cauliflower mash potatoes and green salad. It was like eating paper, my corn tortilla were dry, the fish cake was tasteless, i had to drench it in lemon and hot sauce to get some flavor. The house salad was bland, the lettuce wasn't fresh the only thing i cared for was the cauliflower mash potatoes and that wasn't even than good but way better than anything we had. Overall the place is nice, very clean well light but i will not be coming back, follow your heart on sherman was is way way better
(1)Isaac U.
Simply amazing to the infinity! I love the food at this location! The menu is absolutely healthy and the staff is very friendly. The only reason for giving four stars is because the menu is not very extensive. I've tried most of the items on the menu and I am running out of options. I wish they put new items on the menu. But this place is great for lunch AND dinner. I've been having Veggie Grill for lunch 4 times a week for about a month, and I've lost 5 lbs. Not bad huh?
(4)Jade Q.
I used to love Veggie Grill and was a frequent customer for years at the Sunset & Grove locations. When a new one opened in the Valley, I was excited, but honestly being there feels like I'm at Baja Fresh. It doesn't have the same feel, as if they just want you to get in and out quickly. It is now less like a regular restaurant and more like fast food...dare I say, a vegan McDonald's.
(3)Meg L.
I haven't had anything here I haven't liked! Being gluten free I feel it's one of the few SAFE places to order GF dishes and trust that it will in fact be GF. Can't tell you how often I've gone somewhere and been served gluten after I've specifically requested and explained my gluten allergy or my food has simply just been contaminated. Staff are super friendly! I'd eat here more often if it weren't so expensive. Other than that, it's a great place!
(4)Jason C.
Love, love, love this place! The food is fresh, healthy, and delicious! And the service is always A+. This is heaven for vegetarians, but I found that even my carnivorous friends enjoy the food variety here. You cannot go wrong with the Veggie Grill. Prices aren't cheap, but you get what you pay for-- the quality is second to none! And the meat substitutes are non-GMO, which is huge!
(5)Hamid N.
Easy and convenient way to eat a healthier meal, which is tasty as well. I love the Quinoa Power Salad. Super filling, under 10 bucks and licious. I also get a side order of grilled veggies when I'm too lazy to make them myself...around 5 bucks. I haven't tried anything else on the menu, but everything I've tried so far has been great.
(5)Celina M.
As a Vegetarian I absolutely love this place! it is always very hard to find inexpensive vegetarian or vegan food, especially on Ventura Blvd. My boyfriend and I tried it out, because many of our friends recommended it and we both got the Chicken Sandwich. It was absolutely amazing! It tastes very similar to chicken. I also tried the Cauliflower they had and it was alright. Nothing too crazy, but very creative! They also have a cool points system (its and App for your phone) and for every purchase you get points.
(5)Gina D.
This place has good Gluten Free french fries! If you are gluten-free you can't really eat fries even though they are gluten free since restaurants use the same oil to fry onion rings and cheese sticks in which are usually gluten free. Not to find a place that serves Organic fries to cut down the pesticides. For a treat though, it is pretty good here.
(4)Rechelle P.
I frequent this place a lot, and it is quality food! They have nice outdoor seating, and are dog friendly! Their location in West Hollywood also does a lot of fundraising for my favorite non-profit organization, BFP! Great food and great people!
(5)Yohan B.
Too bad... I used to love this place, the veggie cheese burger was my go to order, craved it for days after having it. Used to go to the westlake store, not sure if it's just a difference in managers or what but have given the Encino location several try's only to be let down on all of them. Menu items missing, food not delivered as ordered, and today, in addition to being "out" of crispy cauliflower they announce and display new items, I order them, and thy can't make them yet. Really, who made the display? Fan lost.
(2)Ariana S.
I absolutely LOVE Veggie Grill! I'm a vegetarian and have been a VG customer for a while now. When they opened this new location in the valley, I was thrilled. My favorite things to order are the Grillin' Chickin' Sandwich in a wrap (definitely have some extra chipotle ranch there with you on the side), the Savory Kale Caesar salad, and the Chickin Tacos. Their sides are also super good! I usually get either the Sweetheart Fries or the Quinoa + Kale side salad. I swear though, everything is amazing. And the people who work there are always very friendly. Highly recommend this place to not only vegans and vegetarians, but to real meat-eaters as well.
(5)Omar Q.
This place is amazing . You must try it , crab cake was the shit taste so real .will recommend this place to anyone
(5)Bumble B.
Been eating at the west side locations for years, so I was stoked when this location opened. But much to my chagrin, the parking is a nightmare & even worse, the serving sizes are about a QUARTER of the size of their west side counterparts, for the same price I might add. So I guess it's back to Santa Monica I go. Lame sauce.
(1)Jacob M.
Got the chicken sandwich and was extremely disappointed. My expectations were much higher. I did not enjoy the food and will not be back here. The service topped off my bad experience as well. They did not give me my requested sides had to wait 10 mins for them to correct there mistakes and my meal with my girl was ruined. Thanks
(1)Jessica S.
So amazing! I always get the b-wing salad. I don't eat regular chicken buffalo wings anymore because they're so greasy and fried and disgusting but these b-wings here at veggie grill aren't greasy and they're a little healthier than the average. I've also had a different "chicken" sandwich and it was delicious. The soft tacos and nachos and cookies are amazing. Even if you aren't vegan, you seriously won't miss meat AT ALL. I have faith that all the food is delicious even though I haven't had it all The staff is always friendly and the place is always squeaky clean. Obsessed! Definitely here at least once a week.
(5)Sophia W.
Came here and got treated by my roommate for my birthday! We both got salads I got the asian salad and she got the kale salad! We tried each others and I have to say the kale salad is delicious though they messed up on our order before!, but mine just tasted alright... I think i would need to try their sandwiches and burgers next. The drinks are delicious though!
(3)Robynn G.
Absolutely love this place!! Even my meat eating husband likes it here!! The food choices are amazing. Love the fresh teas. If you are looking for a healthy great tasting place to eat with friendly staff then this is the place. It never gets old with the great selection as well.
(5)Pratik P.
A legit place for vegetarians. Though I'm not a pure veg, this place is great. For those off times I want to eat meat but don't want to actually.. In fact this place makes it easy to be a vegetarian. Just like certain types of Indian food, being a vegetarian rules! The chickin' sandwiches are good in addition to their coleslaw and fries. This place provides a much healthier and tastier option for vegetarians. Even for those who decide not to eat meat sometimes, like me. I like the fact they do not serve soda but they do offer some healthier options..but I wouldn't count calories here. One hour free parking validation is a plus!
(4)Mark S.
Tastes like chicken! (But it's not.) Don't let the word "vegan" scare you away, the food here is delicious. For some people, the idea of vegan fare is maybe not so appetizing. But if you think plant-based food sounds yucky or gross, you're in for a taste treat. There's something for everyone at VeggieGrill, even if you thought you were a strict carnivore. For starters, I highly recommend the buffalo wings. If you didn't know it wasn't real chicken, you'd be fooled. I make no bones about it, and either does Veggiegrill because there ain't no bones in this chickenless delight. Tempeh, Chickin', Veggie-Steak and "Crab" Cake along with other high protein, high fiber yet unbelievably great tasting items fill out their menu. If you are looking for a reasonably priced family restaurant with no meat, dairy, eggs, cholesterol, animal fat or trans fat, bring your friends or family to VeggieGrill. And if you decide not to tell them it's vegan, they'll never guess! They are applying for a liquor license so pretty soon you'll be able to order buffalo wings along with your favorite brew. Imagine: it will be just like Hooters but with much better food and without greasy dead animals!
(5)Rafael K.
If I could give this 10 stars I would. This place is amazing. Great food especially if you keep kosher like me and great friendly service . In out and move on with my life when I eat and it's exactly what I get . I wish there were more places like this
(5)Madeleine S.
I can't get enough of this place. This is my idea of fast food. I'm a creature of habit so when i like something i will eat it to death. My fav right now is the buffalo ANYTHING, roasted veggies and their carrot cake(to die for!! its like an instant mouthgasm).
(5)Krystal K.
Always consistent delicious food.. I always get the veggie burger with the sweet heart fries .. & the All hail kale salad is up in top 2 as well ! I love eating here because I never leave with that bloated full feeling.. Just satisfied :) yummy lemonade too...
(5)Layla J.
Compared to other branches I've been to, I give this place 3 stars. They burned the quinoa in my harvest and bombay bowl. The harvest bowl tasted a little off from the many times I've been to other veggie grills. The service was good though. My orders were ready for me both times when I picked them up. The staff were nice and helpful.
(3)Jennifer C.
I had heard about Veggie Grill from others and was curious to try. The food sounded and looked great! I love that this place is vegan and has gluten free options! I have food sensitivity to gluten, dairy, and eggs and it is usually hard to find places that have food to accommodate all of that! So I know that if I order anything that is labeled GF on the menu, I would be good! The food is delicious! I would call it gourmet vegan heathy food! I love how it is a casual atmosphere where you order at the counter, find a seat, and they bring the food to you. It's pretty quick too! Also, I love that they are so healthy that the drinks they have are just organic teas and lemonades! The strawberry lemonade is great!! The portion sizes are great too! Especially the kids meal! For only $5 you get an entree, side, desert, and a drink! And a generous portion of all of that too! The only reason I give them 4 stars is because of parking. At least for this location, I have not been to any other location yet, there is no lot. Street parking is difficult on Ventura Blvd. They do offer valet but I hate to do that, especially with a baby and for a casual bite. But Veggie Grill is a must try! Definitely will be coming back soon and often!
(4)Linda C.
Adding a star just for it being a truly all-vegetarian restaurant that is clean and modern, with efficient and friendly service. Disclaimer: I am not vegetarian but I try to eat as sustainably as possible. I am trying out a gluten-free diet this month for the first time, and found that most of the meat-substitute items at Veggie Grill have wheat gluten in the un-meat. I had ordered the buffalo "wings" not realizing that, but the manager hipped me to it after he saw I had ordered the mac-and-cheese in gluten-free form. I tasted the un-wings anyway and they were really good. If I had been able to try more of the un-meat items I might have been even starrier. I took the un-wings home to my son who is a buffalo wings fanatic, and quite finicky, and he proclaimed them "really good...if you hadn't told me they weren't really chicken I wouldn't have known." He can sniff out soy-substitute a mile off, I tell ya. I did not enjoy the mac-and-cheese. The quinoa pasta was too grainy and the non-dairy cheese sauce was too much like the fake stuff they put on nachos at any concession stand. My husband thought it was okay, though. His kale side dish was good and I ended up eating much of that. He also enjoyed the Crispy Chickin' Plate with the mashed caulipotatoes. I liked them, too -- even the gravy which I am very picky about. Don't plan on parking and then wandering around the area -- you only get one hour of free parking in the lot with your validation.
(4)sheri c.
I could not be more excited that Veggie Grill opened in Encino! I have been frequenting the Hollywood locations but this is much more convenient. The manager Theo and all the staff are truly some of the friendliest, happiest people I have met and it makes the experience that much better. Now, the food....YUMMMMMMM!! I am a both vegan and gluten free and every item is clearly labeled and can be altered as needed. I am a full on mac and cheese addict (quinoa pasta and Daiya cheese!) and love the Bali Bliss over kale. They just added a Caesar Salad w tempeh bacon which is now my new favorite. I think I just drooled thinking about it. The sweet potato fries OMG. Even my carnivore friends love it and have mentioned if they could eat there every day they would become vegan. I hope this place open in Burbank by the studios so I can take some peeps up on that!!
(5)Jonah F.
Star rating: 3 for food, two for service Grade: A ("must try")
(5)Joanne P.
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(5)Kat C.
I love Veggie Grill! The Encino location has parking in the back (get your parking ticket validated inside and it's free parking for an hour). Food tastes great and is served quickly. I recommend the Buffalo Wings appetizer served with celery and creamy ranch sauce. They also have a version of this as a salad (B-Wing Salad). For sandwiches, the Sante Fe Crispy Chicken is so yummy. I usually get it with the red cabbage 'slaw. They also have an ice-tea bar with black tea, green pomegrante tea. etc. You can mix them or even make an Arnold Palmer (lemonade & ice-tea). Service is good. Tables and bathroom are clean. There is a small outdoor patio as well. The prices are higher than Burger King, McDonalds, etc, but at least you do not feel sick after you eat.
(5)Marilynn L.
The Kale Caesar salad was drenched in dressing that tasted nothing like caesar. It just tasted like a fatty oily yogurt dressing.
(2)Alaine M.
Food is amazing and staff is friendly and helpful. I recommend the ginger hibiscus tea and the fish tacos!
(5)Hippy J.
If you cringe when you hear the words "vegetarian cuisine", you really should visit this place. So many restaurants make vegan and vegetarian food taste like a loaf of death. I couldn't put my fork down. Every dish is well thought out, well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Even a simple salad hits the spot! I was thrilled with my burger, buffalo "wings" and kale salad. The price is amazing for the quality of food you're getting. The atmosphere is very airy and laid back as well. I'll definitely go here again. I wouldn't recommend the tempeh strips, they're a bit bland... but with a dipping sauce I even ate those.
(4)Jax F.
LOVE the new steak tacos. The nachos and buffalo wings are always a must. My boyfriend and I usually order 3 plates and share. Good comfort food without the super guilt. It's not extremely healthy food, but it beats the real meat/cheese option. Always solid service, it's a good spot to get a quick bite for vegans, vegetarians or those who don't want to eat meat that day. You also get to satisfy the comfort food craving. Win win.
(4)David B.
Yes. Very good food. The chicken dinner plate was delicious. For dessert get a grilled cookie. A go to for vegan food.
(4)Joseph B.
This place is absolutely incredible. The food is some of the best tasting vegetarian that I have ever had. My girlfriend and I are not technically vegetarian but we do like eating healthy and this place is our favorite. The Mac n cheese tastes real, and their burgers are excellent. The customer service is also amazing - they go way above and beyond what is Necessary for even the smallest issues. We love it and you will to. Highly recommended!!
(5)Christina C.
This is one of the newer Veggie Grills, finally in the valley! I'm so glad they're making their way up closer to suburbia. I think I've been to this Veggie Grill several times now. You get free 1 hour parking with validation in the back lot off of Rubio St. My old favorite things: 1. Sweetheart Chili Cheese Fries 2. Chop Chop Salad 3. Bali Bliss Burger I think the chili fries and the chop chop salad got taken off the menu. Sad! :( So my new favorites are: 1. Kale Caesar Salad 2. Bombay Bowl (winter menu) 3. Quinoa Power Salad The staff here are a lot friendlier than other locations I've been to, so that's a big plus! If you download the Veggie Grill app on your phone you can earn free meals/sides. It involves taking pictures of your Veggie Grill receipts and receiving "love." Warning: Don't press REDEEM before you order! Wait until the cashier asks you to hit REDEEM because it will start counting down 5 minutes for it to be used. My little brother made this mistake and we lost his free entree. :( Please don't make the same mistake! I'm begging you!
(5)Ellen C.
This place is vegetarian/vegan. I'm not a vegetarian nor vegan, and I enjoyed my food here. The "chicken" soup was good and had nice flavor. The cauliflower mash with mushroom gravy was awesome! It was creamy, hearty and tasted like mash and real gravy. It's nice and clean; you order at the counter, they bring you your food and they clean up after you.
(3)Shonay R.
This place is for the clean eaters. It was very good and the prices were not bad at all. Its very well lit and clean on the inside as well. Now that's what I call eating clean. A must try for conscious eaters. Yummy healthy eats.
(5)Patsy L.
Slow. Poor management. West Hollywood locations are much quicker and your food is actually hot when you get it.
(2)Amy C.
Suuuuper busy, but if you're in the mood for a light, delectable meal, you've found your place! Everything is meat and dairy free, most is gluten free, yet still verrrry tasty. Who woulda thunk? I had the kale salad with the buffalo chick'n. The salad was lightly sauteed and delicious and the chick'n was spicy and tasted quite authentic. Also tried the mac 'n' cheese (pasta made of quinoa and dairy-free cheese), which was surprisingly delicious. The teas are lovely and refreshing too. Overall, I'm pretty happy they've moved to the Valley - I'm even going to bring the hubby there despite his fear of health food... Also, there's a ton of parking behind the building, even if the street is full. Enjoy!
(4)Lauren M.
I love Veggie Grill! Even in LA vegetarian options can get slim and this place is SO good! Even my meat-eating husband loves the cajun chik'n sandwich. Definitely get the Chik'n dinner plate with the kale and mashed potatoes, YUM! The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is when I've ordered online or on the phone before, a few times they have seemed a little disorganized when I arrived - my order wasn't ready or they hadn't started it, etc. Everyone has been very nice though about it and I will keep going back as often as possible because it's so good!
(4)Romster R.
No soda, no meat. The layout is pretty clean and spacious. They have a good selection of juices and iced teas. I personally always get the ginger iced tea. Some of the food is hit or miss on taste but I loved the buffalo strips. Tastes just like chicken. I was not a fan of their carne asada variation. For a quick healthy bite, this is a good place to try
(3)Melissa A.
Veggie Grill Is AMAZING!!!! I'm so Excited for the Encino Location. Great Menu Items to select from and most important... it's healthy! I use to make a trip to the West Hollywood location, it's worth it! I highly recommend the VG Rolls, the All Hail Kale and the Bayou Chickin' sandwich!
(5)CandidRebellion C.
Eclxcellent food as always, fantastic and happy service, nice and spacious too! Parking the first time was confusing, but I'm sure I will figure it out next time since they validate for a specific lot
(5)Marian L.
I had their VG- Cheeseburger and it was delicious. I didn't realize that it was a vegetarian place at first despite it's name hahaha, but I'm down for veggie burgers and this one was deilicious! I had their chili which I really liked. Maybe even more than their cheeseburger. I grabbed myself a strawberry lemonade which made my meal just perfect! Satisfying, delicious and healthy! This place is walking distance from my work too. Parking looks like you have to pay a small fee in the lot and there is street parking on weekdays after 6pm.
(4)Lori T.
Omg I love this place. I don't eat out much but this is my new addiction. I would definitely recommend trying there pomegranate green tea. It's freaky deicious and will have you going back for a second round. You can't go wrong with the menu so far everything I've tried has been good.
(5)Armand W.
New location for us valley folks and man are we happy about the arrival of this place! Every time i go i'm always greeted by a really nice staff, they know the menu well and make good recommendations for veggie grill newby. My kid love's the sweet potato fries and chicken fingers, i go with a side of buffalo chicken strips, santa fe crispy chicken in a wheat wrap, the wife typically orders all hail kale salad which is bomb, trust!. Cant go wrong with veggie grill... even if you love meat!
(4)Melissa E.
Omg I have been to this location twice already since they have been open. I am a veggie but really want to become vegan soon. The first vist I had the VG burger with mac and cheese on the side, soooooo amazing and tastes like the real thing but of course not harming the lil babies (animals). The second time I went I split the Buffalo wings and the Baja wrap with a side of sweetheart fries. I seriously wish I can eat here everyday!
(5)Keith C.
Great service and food. We were greeted by the manager as we walked up to order our food and he offered suggestions. There was a slight mix-up with our order and the waitress comped one of our meals. Atmosphere was very pleasant and there was an eclectic mix of patrons in the clean and well designed restaurant. We recommend and will be going back. The only down side if I was being super picky... there wasn't anything gluten free. Other than that, we found a new place to eat.
(5)Nena L.
I am so glad there is finally one in the valley, I hope they open another one "Maybe Northridge":) . I highly recommended & really have to give this location a 5 star customer service is great and the best compared to other locations. The Manager Anthony B, is very warm welcoming to all new & existing customers. Its been nice when being a repeated customer they acknowledge your presence. Food is great. I am always referring people to this location. If you not vegan and not sure what to get the staff is very helpful to suggest items based on what your in the mood for. I personally always : Suggest the "Santa Fe Crispy Chickin" & Onion Rings with Creamy Ranch to all my non-vegan friends. Along with the Carrot Cake.
(5)KP M.
When I want to feel like a kid and eat my Mac n Cheeze I'm going to Veggie Grill and add some mash potatos and dessert it up with the Chocolate pudding! Yes calories, Yes, not dairy, and Yes delicious! How about that Kale salad...lots of flavor and my other go to. Even my "little brother" loved it...love it all! and for a 11 year old that is saying something.
(4)Samantha R.
Everything I've eaten here is amazing! From the fish tacos to the chili to the chicken sandwich! This is one of my favorite restaurants and I have nothing but compliments for them!
(5)James M.
The prices are great, the service is impeccable, and the food is amazing and plentiful. I love this place! I avoid the "Stack" burger, I like the VG Cheeseburger, the Wraps, and the Bayou Chick'n. The desserts are great, the mac n cheese is very good, the fries and mashed cauliflower are both very good as well. Get a fountain drink, cheaper and the tea and lemonade are perfect.
(5)Crystal R.
I'm so happy that there's finally a veggie grill in the valley, especially not too far from where I live! The manager and staff are very friendly. If you're a first time vegetarian/vegan or if you're a meat head looking to experience vegetarian/vegan food, then this is the place you're looking for! Great food! :)
(5)A B.
The menu selection is great for both true vegetarians and vegetarians in training. Took a family of four for dinner on a Monday night. The service was good, everyone was friendly, restaurant is very inviting. The biggest negative that almost gave it four stars was the dirty table. I had read another review that mentioned dirty tables and it seems they are consistent with not cleaning the tables. It wasn't that busy when I went either. I give it 4.5 stars but felt it was fair to round up to 5.
(5)Ivy O.
This place place has some of the best customer service I've ever seen. On the phone, at the register, waiting on you...so friendly!! Always! The prices are so affordable considering how healthy and how many veggies the food has! The texture of the dishes is among the best I've had at vegan restaurants.
(5)Elizabeth L.
I am not a vegetarian but am trying to eat better so I thought that the Veggie Grill would be a good alternative to burgers and fries. Lucky for me the Encino store is close to me. When I walked in I was the only fat person there. lol I had fish tacos. I give them a b-. The mouth feel was right but no real taste of fish. The relish and cabbage in the tacos was very tasty. The chili that came on the side was good but did not really taste like chili, more like baked beans with different spices. My husband had the veggie burger which he loved and I tried and give it a big thumbs up as well. It was dense and juicy with excellent flavor. The yam fries it came with had good taste but were limp. We also tried the mashed potatoes/cauliflower mash with mushroom gravy. YUMMY. Also tried the mac and cheese which was a miss for me. It taste like fake cheese to me but the pasta had a good texture. For dessert we tried the chocolate pudding parfait and the grilled cookie. Pudding I give an A+ cookie meh. I eat real cookies so no comparison but for a vegan cookie not bad. We had a lot of leftovers since we basically sampled the menu, but I will be going back to try more. No more fast food for me :)
(4)Cathie N.
yummy! i had this food delivered via labite so i can't review a dining experience. the packaging they use is soo cute! the crispy chickin plate was very tasty and the texture was not funky at all. i will definitely eat here again.
(5)Michael L.
Such a great place for vegans. I am so excited they decided to put one close to me.
(5)Marissa R.
SOOOOOOOOOO DELICIOUS. I love their vegan Santa Fe "Chicken" burger with sweet potato fries. It makes my day! The staff is very friendly and the food comes out fairly quickly. I can't wait to come back and to take other people here as well, as I definitely recommend it to everyone (vegan and non-vegan alike)!
(5)Jane D.
this is a review for all the veggie grill locations i've been to, since they're all basically the same in my experience. this chain is one of a kind, it's the only vegan fast food chain that i know of. of course, it's a step above your typical fast food; it costs more and there's a much better atmosphere inside the restaurant. this place doesn't disappoint. the crab cake is really good, so are the sweet potato fries with the ranch sauce and the chili...well, everything i've tried is good, and everyone i've taken there liked it. it's not a vegan tourist destination or anything but definitely a good place to stop buy for lunch. i always enjoy my meal there.
(4)Jeff L.
Veggie Grill Rocks! Whether your a herbivore or carnivore ( I am the latter ) I think you will enjoy VG if you like "Good Food"! I have tried the "Buffalo Bomber" and the "Santa Fe' Crispy Chickin" and both were AWESOME! The sweet potato fries, cole slaw, and chili are all great sides.... I can't wait to go back! The friendly service from the staff gets an A+ as well.
(5)Donna B.
This place is so amazing! It's time they opened one in Ventura. I love how great it all taste, and I love even more that is all organic and vegetarian. I'm not vegetarian yet but I'm on my way there, and places like Veggie Grill make it an easier transition.
(5)Cathe T.
I had lunch there today with my client who is 92 years old and a vegan. She has been a vegan for 30 years. She knows good vegan and bad from years of experience. ! She is also legally blind and hard of hearing. She is also very fussy about cleanliness. We were both impressed. The whole staff, especially Ricardo, were so accommodating and happy! It can be difficult and time consuming to order sometimes because of her disabilities but the patience of the staff was commendable. They seemed like they really enjoyed their jobs! We had a wonderful time. Now to the really good part...THE FOOD !! The Chill out chicken was so perfect. The texture, the taste...perfect. We also had the "fish" tacos and they were just as amazing. My client was raving about the food all the way home and called her daughter to make plans to go again. She knows good vegan!! Thank you all so much for your hospitality and the great food. We'll be back.
(5)Scott Z.
Growing up eating meat every night, it was hard for me to say yes to my friend's suggestion that we eat a place called VeggieGrill, however, I was pleasantly surprised by my experience. I hesitantly browsed the menu, wondering if I was going to enjoy anything that they had to offer. After a couple moments of pondering, I decided on the Sante Fe Crispy Chicken Sandwich and stopped pondering and started enjoying. The sandwich was crispy, refined and most importantly, quite delicious. I honestly could not taste the difference between this chicken and regular chicken and I proceeded to get lost in its succulent flavor. Other fine notes from VeggieGrill was that the service was fast and efficient and the drink selection was unique and also supremely tasty. From Strawberry Lemonade to Black tea, I had a hard time choosing between which one of these rare flavors I should experience first! A group of us sat down and ate and felt very safe, welcome and comfortable and I think that just shows how truly wonderful the atmosphere of this place really is. The prices are on par with any other similar walk-in and eat restaurants and I have no complaints on the amount that I shelved out for that delicious one-of-a-kind meal. I can almost certainly see myself returning to VeggieGrill and I encourage other "meat-heads" to go out and give it a try.
(4)Brian C.
Okay you Valley people. You finally have one of the best darn veggie only restaurants ever! Clean, comfy, quick and totally delicious food. You won't even miss the fact that Chicken and Cows are not on the menu - well , they sort of are, but they are not real chicken or beef. Instead, you will have many wonderful veggie options that blow your mind and leave you fill and satisfying. Today I had the Soup Salad combo which featured delicious Chicken Gumbo and a Kale salad. The kale salad was tender, tasty ad totally awesome - glazed in a sweet creamy dressing and topped with chopped onions and carrots. I have been to two other veggie grills and this one will soon be my favorite. Good service - good seating options (in an outside) and superb vegetarian menu items.
(5)Matt A.
From the comments of some of the staff when I visited it was their 2nd day open. I went for dinner. Parking is in the back and it appears that day time parking is valet only, the restaurant at the time of this writing validates however when I went to visit it was open parking in the lot but when I left no one was manning the exit so the validation on the ticket wasn't needed. If you choose to sit outside just be warned that being between the two buildings there is a bit of wind that picks up, the inside seating is nice but understandably it was very busy that day so not wanting to wait after ordering in case one opens up we ate outside. My initial expectation was that it would be a health focused eatery, I was surprised that it appears the food is all vegetarian, so the "burgers" are not really burgers and I don't think their chicken dishes are actually chicken. That's not a bad thing but in reading some of the menu items it may have influenced my choices on what I chose. I ordered the Chipotle BBQ 'Burger' and I was actually quite pleased, the sauce was a great flavor and enhanced the dish. My side selection was the chili which was okay, it had a chili flavor and wasn't bad but I think next time I'll try something different this wasn't for me. Placed an extra order of cauliflower mash and it was quite good, it had potato and cauliflower with a veggie gravy on top. What stood out to me about this specific side dish was that you could tell the potato was there but at the same time it still maintained the cauliflower flavor, neither seemed to be fighting over the flavor with the other item, its was a nice balance, both were there sharing the spotlight. The Chipotle 'burger' used Portobello mushroom and at first glance you might mistake it for carne asada. I also got to try the cheese 'burger' and its not straight tofu but has oats and other things in it. Its good but I liked the Chipotle burger more. I also tried the macaroni and cheese and I'm not sure if they use real cheese or a vegan variety and thought that it was good but the mash was the winner on sides for me. I saw some other tables order the buffalo "chicken" and was curious how that came out, I'll have to come back to find out. The menu is very cost focused and everything seems to be priced under $11, some extras can push that up but compared to other places in the area this is very affordable and was still healthy. Typically incorporating meat into my meals I was actually surprised at how good it was and for those who are mainly carnivores I would recommend giving it a try with an open mind but going into it knowing you won't be getting meat I think you could enjoy and which is good for you once in a while. I'll be back to visit again.
(4)Holly S.
The All Hail Kale salad is great, but they don't say it comes with tomatoes in so many words on the menu in case you hate them like I do. I usually eat more meat and cheese than about anything, but I love this place. So, anyone will like it, well, maybe not my 60+-year-old dad from the Midwest. The Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' is so good! The mac and cheese is gross. The bean me up chili is good. The carrot cake is delish, and I don't like sweets much. There is a little too much frosting though. But, it's the only frosting I'll actually eat anywhere. The food is consistent with other Veggie Grill locations.
(4)Christie H.
SO happy there is finally a vegan spot right around the corner from me!! I've always loved Veggie Grill, but it was always a bit of a drive. So glad it is now here! The staff is super pleasant and lovely of course! I will be here frequently!
(5)Cassondra N.
Best. Place. EVER. Organic vegan and delish! This place has made my meat eating mother a believer! Staff was super friendly too! Please open one in SCV!
(5)Lynne A.
This was my second time here. First time was not so good, but this time more than made up for it! Had the Thai chicken salad, and the carrot cake. The salad was scrumptious, and the carrot cake to die for! How does that cake taste so good without cream cheese frosting? LOL The service is always great. The outdoor seating is very nice. The strawberry lemonade is divine. They validate parking in the back too. Diana took our order with a smile, and she was very sweet. Definitely be a regular here. :)
(4)Lisa F.
This place is awesome! As a vegan, it's hard to find good vegan "fast" food, but Veggie Grill delivers. Sandwiches made from Gardein chic'n, salads that are actually filling, tacos, soups and buffalo wings. The new Buffalo chick'n sandwich is incredible. And who wouldn't love the Grilled Chocolate Chip Cookie? Definitely recommend this place. And if you'd like to see just how excited I was to eat there, please read more: thevalleyvegan.com/2013/… Plenty of food photos to tempt your tummy. And WATCH!! youtube= youtube.com/watch?v=XHrR…
(5)Elena I.
Excellent "chicken." We had the Buffalo bomber and the blackened "chickin" plate. Unlike the often unpleasant fake meat you get at the supermarket, their fake stuff felt and tasted real. The sauce on the Buffalo bomber was nice and spicy. The steamed kale was actually good-- tangy and crispy. I didn't miss the oil at all. ( I'm used to sautéing all my greens in olive oil.) We especially liked the bottomless glass of pomegranate tea and strawberry lemonade. We just wish the portions were a bit bigger, or at least came with one or two sides. It can get a bit pricy once you add the sides. Avoid the quinoa pilaf (bland) and go for the sweet potato fries.
(4)Ryan B.
I'm not a vegan, but I play one on TV. Kidding aside, I am a meat eater who enjoys vegan cuisine. I know I've found a good vegan dish when I don't feel like my meal is missing something. That is why I like Veggie Grill---I don't feel like I'm being cheated. Their Santa Fe Crispy Chickin is awesome, as well as their buffalo wings. My wife loves the Papa's Portobello burger and the Thai Chicken Wrap. My wife and I have been a few times, and most recently we brought our kids along (didn't tell them it was fake meat). My son ate all his chickin nuggets and had no idea it wasn't real chicken. However, my daughter, who is a chicken nugget connoisseur, didn't like them. The one thing I didn't care for was their Carne Asada Sandwich. Their fake beef tasted like pot roast, which was disappointing. I'm planning on trying a different fake beef option next time, to see if it's all of the beef or just that dish that doesn't taste good. One thing's for sure---they have good fake chicken. The people are always super nice and their different naturally flavored iced teas are refreshing.
(4)Don H.
One of my favorite vegan restaurants. The Encino location is new and has some serious growing pains, plus crappy parking. If you're serious about your vegan food make the trip to Santa Monica. Their kale salad is stupendous with a delicious ginger dressing. Best price for the quality of food. There are choices for all vegans, new and old. (Encino is making great progress. I eat there several times a week) I'm so very proud of the owners of this chain. They have done an outstanding job of supporting healthy eating alternatives.
(5)Samuel J.
LOVE IT ~ Food is always amazing!
(5)Star F.
I am a vegan, and happy the valley final opening up vegan spots, but the veggie grill just isn't that good. Their tempeh looks store bought not freshly made, and it tastes bland and not appealing at all, and I love tempeh. The place is clean and friendly, but just not that tasty. I prefer Native foods. But I wish them the best and am happy they were brave enough to open in the valley.
(2)JP S.
This place is awesome. The food is great and the service spectacular. Haven't had a bad experience and I've been at least a dozen times. The shaded patio makes this location extra nice.
(5)Julia A.
So good. I really loved the Bombay Bowl which is a new winter item. So impressed. Such delicious tasting nutrient dense food. I added sausage to mine. YUM Can't wait to get it again.
(5)Carla G.
I am being a bit conservative with 3 stars only because A) I am not a vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, or anything of the sort (I love meat and dairy too much), BUT I have many friends who do not consume one or both of the items I love, and B) This is the first vegan cuisine restaurant I have ever tried. Since I have nothing else to compare it too and I did enjoy it, I am giving it 3 stars for now. I must admit that I was not expecting to like the food and most of all was not expecting to have so many options including desserts! Wow, was I surprised, to the point that I could not make up my mind because so many items on the menu looked appetizing. I went with the B-Wing Salad (meatless chicken strips smothered in yummy buffalo wing sauce over lettuce), Strawberry Lemonade, carrot cake, and an Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie :) It was ALL yummy!!!! I even considered becoming "vegan" for a moment, but needless to say, vegan or not I will definitely return to taste other menu items. The employees were very friendly and attentive. Best of all is that you can taste the food before you commit to ordering it, therefore you do not waste money and food :)
(3)Lauren D.
Loved it! I had a spicy crispy chicken sandwich with a side of steamed kale. The menu has so many delicious sounding options! I can't wait to go back and try something else. They offer teas and lemonades, as well as some natural sodas. They have a cute kids menu with mac and cheese, chicken nuggets, and one other option. Even if you are a diehard carnivore, give it a chance!
(5)Jorge G.
I saw Patrick Dempsey from Grey's Anatomy eating here on a Saturday night. It was funny to see him and his family eat healthy while he plays a doctor on tv. Of course I let him eat in peace and I went about enjoying the VG cheeseburger to calm my former In N Out addiction. The staff is friendly but make sure not to use the ketchup that they serve you in a cup alongside your order because that contains high fructose corn syrup. Use the Annie's that they provide with their utensils by the drink fountains. That's organic.
(5)Sheila G.
Great restaurant. The different lemonades are delicious and I really like the sweet potato fries. They have nice ambience indoors and a good outdoor patio. Highly recommended.
(4)Nicole R.
I love this place!! So healthy and delicious!! Finally the ideal spot to grab savory Salads!! Love the app you can download also!!
(5)Rory W.
What can I say about this place. It's the bomb! Service with a smile and great food as well. If you want a healthy option this is it.
(4)Sheri F.
One of the best Veggi places I have ever been to!!
(5)Dianna K.
Ordered the BBQ Tempeh, eck. The coleslaw was good and the Yukon fries. Boyfriend ordered the "fish tacos" which were very tasty. The lemonades and teas are very good.
(3)Kate K.
Fantastic place to eat. Friendly staff and super clean. Ordered the portobello mushroom plate with quinoa, tomatoes and cucumbers. Also ordered their version of buffalo wing salad which is soy and it was really good. Will visit again!
(5)Ace O.
Great food and clean restaurant. I would expect the prices to be a little lower for tofu but the food is delicious. When I was there a white man with a shaved head was walking around making sure all the customers were happy and it did make me feel good. Not sure if he is the manager or not but he is a really nice guy
(4)Alexander K.
I've only been a vegetarian for three years and I never expect meat substitutes to taste similar to the real thing. Veggie Grill has surprised me. Their food is delicious. I recommend the fish tacos and the chicken sandwich.
(5)Rach T.
Clean, friendly atmosphere. Tasty food. Lots of imitation soy products and heavy sauces/dressings. Would like healthier options on their menu. I enjoyed the Quinoa Kale salad, though would have liked to be able to request my dressing on the side. A good place for lunch. Tables available for enjoying your meal outside.
(3)Sharon C.
The food is good. I really like the Buffalo Wings and I'm not a vegetarian. The food is pretty pricy though. The workers were really nice and happy to explain different dishes and give suggestions.
(4)C M.
I'm not a vegan vegetarian anymore. But still loved this place. The food was good I had the all American stack.
(5)John D.
You can't not beat the service, the food, and the atmosphere here. Everytime, I'm satisfied with the experience. Best place for vegan food!
(5)Quintin E.
Amazing service and helpful staff, last few times I went to dine here was with friends and the manager was so helpful with suggestions even the staff at the counter. Very relaxed and chill environment perfect for lunch or dinner. Lots of delicious options including the VG sliders (starters)... I could eat those all day. Try EVERYTHING! The Bayou Chicken is my personal fav. I always manage to spend 20 bucks (starter, side and entree), but have leftovers with such big portions.
(5)Cori D.
Amazing food. Never disappoints! The staff is kind and helpful. Sitting outside at night in the summer is as god as it gets. :)
(5)Clark L.
Staff is always friendly and have great customer service. I enjoy the food every time even though I'm not vegan or vegetarian.
(5)James R.
Everything about this place is impressive. Wish it was closer to my house. The blackened chicken wrap is really good as are the buffalo strips.
(4)Nicole G.
I've been to several Veggie Grill locations before, the staff is always friendly, food is always awesome, until I came to this location. Food was the usual epic awesomeness that I've come to expect, however a mere 2 hours later I experienced a horrible stomach ache, blurred vision and vomiting. At first I didn't think my beloved restaurant did me wrong until my 2 other friends starting to experience the same thing. Not sure if the kale was bad, someone didn't wash their hands or what but it was horrible. Please Please Please correct this, I fear I will never return to this location, but I don't think I will avoid Veggie Grill forever.
(2)Aleyna S.
Love love love Veggie Grill! Seriously one of the best restaurants to come to the valley! My wife and I are vegan and this is one of our favorite spots. We have yet to try a dish that we didnt think was delicious - everything is tasty! It's so nice to have a place to eat where we don't have to ask if something is vegan or not, everything is! And everything is delicious! My favorite is the Buffalo bomber!
(5)Alex R.
Made it to their first day of opening! Super kind staff and delicious food. Can't go wrong with veggie grill and so happy they are finally in the 818!
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