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Los Angeles Vegan & Gluten Free Food Guide

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As a gluten free vegan eating out was tricky at first which is why I'm sharing my top spots. Whether you need a quick bite, to reserve a birthday party dinner or stick to a tight budget I got you.
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Breakfast / Brunch

 
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My best friend turned me on to this brunch spot and now I'm in love too! It has gluten free sandwiches, waffles and burritos. It has some unique options like a Monte Cristo and Chicken and Waffles. Ask the waiter for gluten free options though becaus...
The Wild Chive
 
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This is one of Billie Eilish's favorite cafe! There's GF bread for sandwiches and amazing lattes. Also the back patio is so cute and dog friendly!
Little Barn Coffee House

Dinner

 
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Best place for a dinner party. From the decorated interior to the drinks and amazing service I highly recommend. It's 100% vegan featuring a lot of Japanese items but also some Mexican too. They have a lot of gluten free appetizers, honestly the most...
PLANTA Restaurant | lunch, brunch, dinner, happy hour
 
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The best vegan pizzas like mac and cheese and pepperoni. Those options are not gluten free though but they are vegan. A gluten free dough option is available for vegan pizzas. Great place to order take-out pizza from. The pizzas here are huge so more...
PIZZANISTA DTLA - Arts District
 
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Perfect if you want to vegan fine dining. Plenty of gluten free options. The food here is absolutely incredible!
Crossroads Kitchen - Melrose

Fast Food

 
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Nostalgic for gluten free vegans who want to try a happy meal.
Mr. Charlie’s
 
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My go-to place for a quick gluten free vegan BigMac meal and oreo cookie blizzard.
Plant Power Fast Food

Pastries

 
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Tucked away in a bodega of Boyle Heights is this 100% gluten free vegan bakery. One of my fave spots. The donuts are baked donuts so not that good but the cupcakes and cookies are amazing! Offers some cold brew and matcha lattes too.
Cake Girl
 
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Hands down the best flavor and texture of vegan ice cream with gluten free cones! Stretchy ice cream consistency like what Cold Stone has.
DONUT FRIEND SILVER LAKE

Coffee / Tea

 
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Boba drinks made using all natural fruit syrups with high quality vegan milks. Best boba in LA is from Boba Guys! This location is in a mall so you can grab a boba and do some shopping.
Boba Guys Culver City
 
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Boba drinks made using all natural fruit syrups with high quality vegan milks. Best boba in LA is from Boba guys! The parking at this one is kind of tricky but there is always street parking.
Boba Guys - Rideback Ranch

Budget Meal

 
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Vegan trios tacos plate is so good with all the salsas from the salsa bar.
Villa's Tacos Los Angeles
 
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Amazing nacho and taco plates. This is a Mexican food truck that does pop-ups throughout LA and works out of a ghost kitchen where you can order to-go. Gluten free protein options like jackfruit, mushrooms and TVP. Portions are huge.
Cena Vegan - Mission
 
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German sausage spot that has the impossible sausages and amazing fries. Simply ask the employees about gluten free condiments and they'll know how to help. A great hang out spot for a large friend group because of the long dining hall tables. The fri...
Wurstkuche | 800 E 3rd St, Los Angeles

Mexican

 
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Unique Oaxacan Mexican dishes with a desert bar and full cocktail bar. Great for groups of friends for Happy Hour. Danny Trejo loves this spot too!
The Grain Cafe - Mid City

Asian

 
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My go-to spot for lunch or dinner. Offers an asian inspired menu with some American classics. I suggest you order the Kra Pao with impossible beef, pumpkin curry and fresh veggie juice. also the Thai papaya salad with vegan shrimp is so good. there's...
The Vegan Joint - West LA (California Certified Green Business)
 
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One of my favorite vegan Thai spots with plenty of gluten free options. The quality of food here is always great.
Bulan Thai Vegetarian Kitchen
 
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Offers an asian inspired menu with some American classics. This is the Vegan Joint dtla location, I usually go to the Culver City location which has more seating inside. Also the Thai papaya salad with vegan shrimp is so good. There are gluten free b...
The Vegan Joint | 980 South San Pedro, Los Angeles