[Los Angeles] Cafe Gratitude

Cafe Gratitude

Before I start, let me just say that I am not vegan and Cafe Gratitude is the first true vegan/raw food restaurant that I've been to. I love it so much now that It's become my staple weekend go-to place. If you've never tried vegan or raw food, I would recommend checking this place out - you'll be blown away!

Categories: Vegan, Raw food
Address:
- 639 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles 90004 (Mid-Wilshire)
- 512 Rose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90291 (Venice)
Hours: Monday - Sunday 10:00am - 10:00pm
Date visited: Multiple times from 2011-2014
Price: $13-25
Take out: Yes
Verdict: It's my favorite vegan/raw food place in LA. What more should I say?

Website | Facebook | Menu | (323) 580-6383

HIGHLIGHTS

Locally sourced organic ingredients
Raw, vegan food (excludes all products of animal origin, as well as food cooked at temperatures above 48°C/118°F)
Outdoor and indoor seating options
Good service and children friendly
Take-out available
A variety of vegan starters, platters, and desserts
Large portions, you'll come out fulfilled and satisfied

I Am Whole: Macrobiotic bowl with sea vegetables, stewed adzuki beans, raw kale, carrots , house-made red cabbage kim chee and sea whip and black sesame seed gomasio with your choice of quinoa or local brown rice, tahini-garlic sauce and teriyaki almonds [Strongly recommend. MY FAVORITE!]

I Am Happy: Mediterranean wrap with live falafels, zucchini cilantro hummus, spinach, red onion, tomato, cucumber, red chili pepper sauce and garlic tahini dressing on live sun-dried tomato bread

I Am Terrific: Live kelp noodles tossed with our almond thai dressing with red peppers, carrots, kale, cilantro basil and green onions. Topped with teriyaki almonds

I Am Transformed: Two organic corn tacos with sautéed seasonal vegetables, guacamole, black beans, salsa fresca and cashew nacho cheese. Served with a side salad.