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True Food Kitchen

New American Restaurant, Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, and Mediterranean Restaurant$$$$

Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica

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True Food Kitchen

8.9^/10

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Ranked #1 for gluten-free food in Los Angeles
"The Edamame Dumplings will change your life!"(27 Tips)
"Bison burger is the best burger I've had in a long time."(18 Tips)
"Be sure to try the Medicine Man (Antioxidant Blast)!"(6 Tips)
"all good: bison burger, sashimi tuna salad, kale salad."(13 Tips)

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Alice KamenetskyOctober 22, 2017
Edamame dumplings are as good as everyone says. Ancient Grains bowl and sparkling tea are also very good
BordeauxWinesMarch 1, 2012
When it comes to great food with real ingredients, TFK delivers. Satisfy your inner foodie and pair your dish with a Bordeaux. You won’t be disappointed!
aimee kessler-evansJune 4, 2013
The chia pudding is magic. Gluten free, dairy free, no added sugar...how is it so fabulously yummy? Magic.
Mila IoffeJuly 30, 2015
Tried hummus, tuna wrap and curry all was beyond expectations!
Larry RubinDecember 29, 2014
Great edamame dumplings, pomegranate lemonade and the panang curry plus de Mediterranean salad
Lindsey AndersonMarch 20, 2015
Delicious gluten free food. The staff is great and knowledgeable about celiac and restrictions.
Gary OsborneAugust 10, 2015
Food good and interesting for vegetarians. Great for kids. Wait staff a bit stoned. May take awhile for different courses.
Sacha KAugust 30, 2016
Very good food! 😍 caution: they don't serve soft drinks
joel deganOctober 6, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The drink "the natural" is amazing. And all the food is perfect. Always always recommend this place.
Philipp SpießbachNovember 3, 2017
Fresh food with a lot of glutenfree options, plus a lovely service! Didn’t expect that in a mall.
Whit MaullOctober 23, 2016
Incredibly fresh and tasty fare. Try the cauliflower and the tuna tataki.
Sam DDecember 30, 2018
Spectacular, love the grass fed burger, animal style!
Darlene JeffersonAugust 1, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Delicious spaghetti squash lasagna, burgers, teriyaki steak, & juices! Great staff!
SiobhánJanuary 19, 2020
If you’re into fashionable healthy food, you’d probably love it, but it was all mediocre to me.
Mat CollisNovember 16, 2017
Really nice food, great for vegans and gluten free folk. Lovely cocktails too
Lafan BNovember 19, 2015
For the entries: "Panang curry topped with shrimp, Teriyaki brown rice bowl with shrimp.
Natasha BrittonSeptember 27, 2017
Edamame dumplings are to die for! Also the flourless chocolate cake was yummy
Jon SanchezDecember 30, 2015
the albacore was well done. braised ribs were satisfying, and the vegan pina colada was amazing.
Michael HolzNovember 30, 2011
Been here 5+ times
You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The squash casserole, lettuce cups, steak tacos, kale salad are especially jermazing.
Eric HodelJanuary 20, 2016
True Food Kitchen has extensive bar seating if you don't want to wait for a table!
The FeastJune 1, 2011
Terrace umbrellas will shade diners this summer on the herb-infused patio at this healthy Santa Monica Place spot True Food Kitchen. [Ultimate Al Fresco List] Read more
Kathleen A.February 28, 2013
The hummus is delicious and the farmer's market salad. Also love the drinks with St. Germaine.
Gilt CityApril 29, 2011
On May 7, an exclusive pre-opening event benefits VH1 Save the Music. Enjoy three-courses made with locally-sourced ingredients and two cocktails (Hint: try the Cucumber-Kumquat Skinny Marg).
Michelle RJanuary 4, 2013
Place is so cool especially the bathroom! Get the chicken an sausage pizza! It's amazing!! Great place to go!!
Ercan BalcıMarch 9, 2022
Vegan options, particularly pizza were amazing
FarahFebruary 17, 2019
Tomato & arugula pizza 8/10
Connor FergusonJanuary 22, 2012
Some of the dishes come in half sizes, so if you can't decide between the curry and the chili shrimp, you can have both!
Theo DavisJanuary 30, 2013
You need to try the edamame dumplings. Don't think about leaving true food without at least one order of these babies.
Lauren DelfinoJune 1, 2015
Healthy tasty food! Creative twists for drinks. The buffalo burger is a must!
JocelynJune 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Red Chili Shrimp - Delicious! Served with sesame noodles, with the perfect al dente bite!
Timm KApril 11, 2014
Cold natural drink highly recommended. Friendly service. Best espresso in town.
icelleNovember 19, 2014
Delicious quinoa burger. Kale-aid was very refreshing. Healthy and organic foods!
Lau UApril 16, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Love matcha horchata tea. Good organic and natural place.
Don MateosOctober 17, 2015
Tacos are amazing, specially with steak. Apple soda is delicious!
Nada fouzanOctober 19, 2015
I loved it very much.. try the honey ginger beer and the kale avocado hummus
Burak BekdemirApril 21, 2017
Edamame dumplings with truffle oil are really good.
Mert SakaOctober 25, 2015
No wonder why this place is rated 9+ on TripAdvisor. Great tastes, fast service.
Nikki DSeptember 13, 2012
The ricotta cheese ravioli is amazing! It it both times and loved it both times!
Larry RubinDecember 29, 2014
Edamame dumplings, panang curry, Mediterranean salad, tacos, the pomegranate lemonade
Rich GunnJune 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Breakfast is always solid. Here for lunch today - we'll see what happens! OOOOOOOOooooOOOOO!
Alice HuMarch 2, 2014
Everything is amazing. Get the kale salad and nut tart!
Kate KJune 20, 2014
Not a fan of the edamame dumplings. Spaghetti squash and tomato entree is so small it should be a side, not a main. Ginger Margherita excellent, tho.
JocelynJune 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Grass Fed Bison Burger - Amazing! Served with kale salad & sweet potatoes.
Reem AlkhathlanJune 27, 2015
The Bison Burger is something else ... everything we ordered oozes freshness 💜
Cheapeats IncAugust 11, 2016
Always a great healthy meal. Grilled fish tacos 😋 PLEASE COME TO NY!!
Isabella RussoDecember 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Eating healthy can be delicious and this restaurant is the best example!! Best juices, salads and bowls!!!
Jess KonoMay 20, 2015
Must get the matcha honey lemonade! So refreshing!
Sean StonerDecember 7, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The ginger Margarita is super delicious and refreshing! The bison Burger is superb.
Alexander LjungMarch 5, 2019
No idea why this place has such a high rating. Interior and vibe are generic, food is mediocre. Edamame dumplings are good, not more. Cauliflower was bordering on bad.
Alieh ZohouryJuly 19, 2016
Try the Red Chili Shrimp!

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