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Real Food Daily’s New World Vegan Cuisine continues to draw crowds who enjoy delicious, balanced meals made fresh with organic ingredients. For fourteen years in Santa Monica and nine years in West Hollywood, RFD attracts the someday to the everyday vegetarian, celebrities, trendsetting young eaters with sophisticated palates and the mature diner seeking gourmet health supportive cuisine. People around ...
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L.A.'s premier organic vegetarian restaurant has been going strong for eight years in Santa Monica and three years in West Hollywood. This hip, eclectic hot spot attracts the someday to the everyday vegetarian, celebrities, trendsetting young eaters, with sophisticated palates, and the mature diner seeking gourmet health supportive cuisine.
Hours:
11:30am to 10:00pm everyday
Hours:
11:30am to 10:00pm everyday
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Know Before You Go
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Even if seitan and tempeh aren't in your lexicon, have no fear--the menu explains the less-familiar ingredients.
The Extras
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Finally something healthy to order in, as long as you're within the Santa Monica city limits. Delivery hours are weekdays, 11:30am-2pm and 5pm-9pm.
Look Good
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This is L.A.'s only all-organic, all-vegan restaurant, so order without fear.
Editorial Reviews from the web
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The Scene This gourmet organic vegetarian haven is always packed with both New-Age, wheat-grass fiends and regular folk who strive to treat their bodies like temples at least one day a week. The Food Where else can a vegetarian eat a Reuben sandwich? Okay, so it's soy, not corned beef, but the marinade adds a tangy zip that complements the pungent sauerkraut perfectly. Much ...
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RFD Makes it happen - delicious!
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When we are just pooped-out and tired after a long day's work, and we just don't have the energy to cook at home, we will drive over to RFD on Santa Monica Blvd - the food is hot and nutritious, satisfying and delicious - the wait staff is very friendly, there may not be a ton of variety to choose from, but there is still a 2-3 page menu of choices. Usually they combine things like tofu and tempeh ...
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Real Food Daily @ La Cienega Blvd.
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I'm a fan of all things light and healthy, but after I had my first vegan meal at Real Food Daily a couple years ago I was completely turned off to extremes. After eating their "meatloaf" plate my stomach started talking to me. The next day I stank some kind of nasty. I decided that'd be my first and last venture into veganism ...or so I thought. The other day, my friend invited me there again. And ...
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RFD (Real Food Daily)... a PSA for our beloved LA Vegans
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Alrighty, a first for this site...a Vegan restaurant! This is Celeste, the often mentioned wife of Aubrey, and I'm reporting in since I enjoy...let just say...meatless cuisine far more than he does. As a disclaimer...our trip to this particular place was instigated by the many glowing reviews of it, even people who said they were staunch carnivores said that they loved it and couldn't tell...
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An extensive vegan menu that would satisy even the most hardened meat eater. My husband loves their Rueben while I usually opt for the Basics; a create your own choice of grains vegetables and a protein plus sauce. Everything tastes so fresh and flavourful and is made on the premises including their yummy desserts; dairy free low fat Tiramisu whats not to love
not so sure...
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i had been DYING to go to RFD for years now but could never justify trying something new when we could go to vegan express instead. but, we finally went for my birthday. the nachos with taco mix are AMAZING. i selected the taco entree and expected soft shells.. i was a bit disappointed when they were hard, stale shells. not to mention the fact that it was basically nachos in a different form. ...
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Some gret stuff, worth a try
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RFD can be it or miss, I agree, but I have received more hits than misses. I love their Thanksgiving themed food, the mashed yams are awesome! The nachos are awesome, the club sandwich is great, mashed potatoes are rad and so is the gravy. Of course, I can make all this at home for less money. Still, I bring friends here. The dining area is cramped. Wait staff can be a little too snobby and the bathroom ...
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Real Food Daily - Vegan For the Rest of Us
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Im an omnivore. I have had some food weirdness in the past, no dairy, no red meat, no mammals, but never fully vegetarian or anything close to vegan. I like vegetarian food though, sometimes even a raw menu now and then.
I tried Real Food Daily for the first time, and I can confidently say [...]
I tried Real Food Daily for the first time, and I can confidently say [...]
Hit or Miss
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The nachos and mashed potatoes are excellent, but anytime we've veered from the nachos the food has been pretty disgusting. The cupcakes are good but the cookies are really dry and they use carob instead of chocolate so you wont like them if you're not a carob fan. The rice was overcooked and the bbq salad was really horrible with slimy yucky tofu pieces in it. The restaurant is cramped and crowded ...
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Food ranges from excellent to bad
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In a restaurant where all the food is vegan and organic, I would think I'd have a lot of choices of delicious entrees. Unfortunately, every time I vary from the same 3 items, my meal is mediocre. I recommend the TV dinner, the Salsbury Seitan, and the Nachos. The TV dinner and Salsbury Seitan both come with vegan mashed potatoes which aren't bad. Occasionally there's a good special. Their desserts ...
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Really good food- Staff could be friendlier
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I've never been made fun of or forced to wait like the review below me suggests- but yes, the staff could be friendlier.
The food is probably the best vegan food I've had in LA, and is clearly of high quality. I'm always happy with what I order.
The ambience could be better- I miss the old awkward bowls on the wall and the crazy color scheme.
The food is probably the best vegan food I've had in LA, and is clearly of high quality. I'm always happy with what I order.
The ambience could be better- I miss the old awkward bowls on the wall and the crazy color scheme.
It's all good.
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I have to say that I am only so so on the food. It is good if you feel like eating food that tastes like it is good for you. I am a junk food vegan myself ( I love my fries). The place is small and it can be drafty. I love sitting at the counter because you always meet interesting people there and have a nice chat. I also love most of the specials at least 75% of them. I think that they are awesome ...
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Inside Scoop
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Hello my dear health conscious friend,
The reason i chose to work there is because of it's organic and vegan menu. I would rather support something noble like that. I have currently graduated from college and therefore quit my waiting job to focus on advancing my career.
How does this relate to YOU? The majority (excluding the cooks, & ONE of the hostesses) of the employees there MAKE FUN, of cusomters ... more
The reason i chose to work there is because of it's organic and vegan menu. I would rather support something noble like that. I have currently graduated from college and therefore quit my waiting job to focus on advancing my career.
How does this relate to YOU? The majority (excluding the cooks, & ONE of the hostesses) of the employees there MAKE FUN, of cusomters ... more
great food
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great food, a bit expensive and small portions though. seating is TERRIBLE. we are a large vegan family - there are 6 of us. we can never get seating there since it is so small.
VeganTastic @ Real Food Daily!
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My whole experience here was amazing! I had come in from out of town and was impressed by the food. I ate a raw burrito wrapped in a collard green, inside was guacamole and a delicious nut spread. My tastebuds were screaming and my stomach even more excited. The stir fry was also delicious over soba noodles. WTF who invented a yerba mate latte! They did. The interior was clean and modern. I plan ...
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Organic Vegan
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My family frequents this restaurant because it is one of few vegetarian restaurants in our area. The menu always includes 2 special entrees of the week, a daily soup, plus their usual menu options. The specials are usually "hit or miss", more often "miss" from our experience. We generally stay with the dishes that we know the kitchen can make well: tacos, burrito supreme, the basics, and the TV dinner ...
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Best Vegan in Los Angeles
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The food is amazing and flavorful Vegan food with a cozy and cute atmosphere! As a Vegan, I am grateful to find such a wonderful place that serves dishes with no milk, meat, cheese or eggs so I can actually eat out! You know it has to be good when my KFC--In&Out--Jack-in-the-Box eating boyfriend LOVES IT and suggests going there. I recommend the Supreme Burrito and he loves the Caesar wrap. The Nachos ...
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Healthy and Great
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I really do not understand what some of the (bad) reviews are talking about.
The food is very good and you get good size portions.
The food is actually health - not only vegan, but also organic
The prices are low - not sure what some people expect - but we usually spend $30 for 2 people
The service is great - but the food can take a little while -- hmmm maybe because it is FRESH and not microwaved ... more
The food is very good and you get good size portions.
The food is actually health - not only vegan, but also organic
The prices are low - not sure what some people expect - but we usually spend $30 for 2 people
The service is great - but the food can take a little while -- hmmm maybe because it is FRESH and not microwaved ... more
Very, very long wait to get your food
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Every time I come here I'm very happy with the food I order BUT am also really annoyed with how long it took. Seriously, why does it take so long? It's also kind of a noisy, ugly space. And a little overpriced. But the food is good and you feel healthy after eating it.
my partner loves it; I give it a B-
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happycow
My partner likes comforting, plain food. I like flavor. He loves this restaurant, so when it's his choice, we go. There's creativity in the kitchen, but it's mostly displayed in the creation of vegan versions of boring food. The desserts are pretty good.
Not good for groups
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They don't do reservations for after 7. And they'll let you wait for an hour or more if you have a group of 5. They don't have a really good policy - about 10 groups that came after me jumped ahead. It's just a very small place that's best for groups of 2 or 3.
The food's good though, I think it's pretty average food ... The fake bacon is very very salty which is kinda gross but I actually think ... more
The food's good though, I think it's pretty average food ... The fake bacon is very very salty which is kinda gross but I actually think ... more
EHH...
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The food was whatever. Nothing really special or memorable. The servers are very helpful for first time diners...they have a bar & is near the 3rd st. so you can work off that food!
the servers did seem a bit selective with who they treated well and who they didn't. They made me feel rushed to eat.
Pros
+ near 3rd st, service
Cons
- parking, average food
the servers did seem a bit selective with who they treated well and who they didn't. They made me feel rushed to eat.
Pros
+ near 3rd st, service
Cons
- parking, average food
smell?
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I love eating here. It's one of the few places that you could totally pig out and feel good about it. Everytime i eat here, i always have this nice smell on my hands for the rest of the day. the "burger with the works" is the best. All their desserts are alright, if you're used to "mock" everything. It can get pretty pricey though. but it's all worth it.
Pros
+ healthy, food, different
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Pros
+ healthy, food, different
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My fave local organic vegan kosher restaurant
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Best place to go drinking with your Orthodox Jewish friend: Real Food Daily.
Great Vegetarian food for all
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I went to Real Food Daily with a couple of my strict vegetarian friends expecting a boring dinner of sprouts and lettuce. To my surprise, Real Food Daily had an extensive menu and every item that was brought to our table was excellent. I recommend the Nachos and the "TV dinner." I definitly recommend this restaurant to those wishing to try an alternative health conscious restaurant. If you expect ...
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Real Food Daily
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Real Food Daily is very popular and almost always full, though I don't think the food itself is exactly the cause for its popularity so much as the concept behind the food. The food can be a bit hit-or-miss, especially if soy milk and tempeh aren't for you, but the stuff that hits is awfully good, and healthy, too.
Healthy and Flavorful
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Often healthy means lacking in flavor but not at Real Food Daily. I almost always order Stir it Up with either the rice or the noodles and it's heaven every time. Even the tofu cheesecake and cookies with no sugar, chocolate, dairy, etc. are moist. I think this places is totally vegan but don't quote me on that. Either way, they have a great selection of non-traditional vegetables, tempeh burgers ...
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Good organic food
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This was recommended to me by several people and it is great! If you're looking for a healthy, organic meal full of vegetables, this is the place to go. Try the tofu cheesecake for dessert - it is amazing and completely cheeseless. The stir-fry is great too and comes chock full of vegetables.
Pros
+ Vegetarian
Pros
+ Vegetarian
Yum-my!
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This is my absolute, favorite restaurant. I am a vegan and this place has the best mock "meats" I have ever had. The service is pretty good and you can actually drink the water, they must have some great filtration system. My favorites are the club sandwich and the nachos. Be wary of the chef's specials though.
Veggie Feast
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Real Food Daily is a wonderful place for vegans and vegetarians to eat, but the price of the meal can easily creep up on you if you are not careful. Overall, the food is excellent, but a little on the plain side at times. If you want rich, flavorful food, this may not be the place for you. If you want a light, healthy meal that won't leave you half asleep afterwards, RFD is a good choice.
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Real Food Daily
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Order to go from Real Food Daily, an organic vegetarian gourmet restaurant opened by the personal chef of Danny DeVito. The entire menu is all innovative veggie gourmet, but I bet you it can't compare to the Chinese Vegetarian restaurants (I've had a lot of really good ones). So I ordered the soup and special of the day. Holiday Fejitos Special $13.95 Letil Soup. MY GOD it is a NIGHTMARE!!! I thought ...
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Very Good Food!
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Me and a friend went here and the food was great! I liked the atmosphere the service was good also. Now I go everytime I visit Los Angeles I go to this restaurant and their other locations. The food is unique and tasty I even recommend it to non-vegetarians.
Pros
+ Ambience, Food, Drinks
Cons
- None
Pros
+ Ambience, Food, Drinks
Cons
- None
poor service
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There are some good items on the menu: a very basic mashed potatoes with a rich gravy and seitan burrito. Then there are the clumsy daily specials you should stay clear of. Service is often pretty bad and is the main reason I've stopped eating there. I love organic vegan food but come on!...rinse the dirt off the lettuce.
Cons
- service
Cons
- service
tasty
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Food was excellent, service was good, however the food was a little more than I expected to pay.
Pros
+ delicious food, freindly service, clean
Cons
- slightly more $$
Pros
+ delicious food, freindly service, clean
Cons
- slightly more $$
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