50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in El Monte

“This is the best vegetarian food that I've ever had. It just so happens that it's Vietnamese, which makes it a million times better for me personally. The food is flavorful and filling. There is something for everyone since the menu is varied. Highly recommend for everyone, not just vegetarian.“

“Best roast duck!!! I always thought Sam Woo was the best , but their duck is delicious. Everything was freshly made!!“

“The Jolly Jug is one of those iconic places that can never be duplicated. The original Jolly Jug was in South El Monte in the 1930s and people came from all around to eat their famous Pastrami’s and Beef Dip sandwiches. Going into another century of their delicious food and cold beer, you can’t go wrong by making a pit stop here. In a world of hip restaurants trying to reinvent LA cuisine, the Jug is comfort food, done right. ❤️“

“This is great comfort food like Mom would make. The tortillas are awesome and the birria is juicy and tender! Highly recommend.“

“Definitely come here since im s vegetarian i love the vegetable bowl... beyond great and also the vege springs rolls“

“Recently opened its door in the Temple City, Kim Hoa Hue Restaurant is the new culinary destination for Vietnamese cuisine lovers. Having moved to Temple City, it stands proudly across from Summer Roll, inviting diners to embark on a gastronomic journey to Vietnam’s former imperial capital.

The restaurant’s specialty, Bun Bo Hue, is a testament to the authentic flavors of Huế. This Vietnamese beef noodle soup, known for its spicy and robust taste, is served in a generous portion brimming with succulent meat. The rich and aromatic broth leaves a lingering warmth that is both comforting and invigorating.

For those eager to explore the breadth of Huế’s culinary landscape, the Hue Combo is a must-try. This dish is a culinary mosaic, showcasing the region’s famous noodle-based delights. It’s an ideal choice for newcomers and connoisseurs alike, offering a sample platter of Huế’s pride.

While the Bun didn’t quite meet expectations, it holds promise. A tweak in noodle texture to achieve that coveted al dente bite, paired with a more traditional Vietnamese egg roll, could elevate this dish to new heights.

The Pho presents a soulful broth that sings with depth and clarity. However, the noodles yearn for a bit more finesse to match the soup’s excellence.

Service at Kim Hoa Hue is attentive and earnest, although a broader grasp of English would enhance the overall experience. For now, Google Translate bridges the communication gap, adding a touch of modernity to the dining experience.

The ambiance is as fresh as the flavors, with a bright and contemporary setting that promises growth and refinement. Kim Hoa Hue Restaurant is a welcome addition to the neighborhood, offering a slice of Huế’s regal cuisine with every dish. With a few culinary tweaks, this establishment is poised to become a cornerstone of the local food scene.“

“Very good vegetarian restaurant. Strongly suggest to add Indian vegetarian food“

“You know that scene in Ratatouille where the food critic tries the ratatouille and gets transported back to the time when he was a kid and his mom made it for him? That was how I felt when I tried the nasi goreng. I grew up near Singkawang and this is exactly what I ate as a kid. If you want to know what Indonesian food is like, go here.“

“The BEST mung bean mooncakes!! Not too sweet and no preservatives, handmade daily. Better quality and more affordable than supermarkets and bakeries. Vegetarian bento meals are also delicious. The owner is also a very nice lady. Coming here is like shopping at the wet market in Taiwan.“

“The best been coming to Tito’s for more then 35 yrs when it was a hole in the wall“

“A small semi fast food style Vietnamese restaurant. You can tell the majority are local customers. Price is reasonable and taste as usual Vietnamese Pho.Egg rolls were pretty good. Wrap with lettuce, carrot, cilantro and dip in fish sauce. Good combination that enhance all flavors.Even a semi fast food style restaurant, customer service was friendly.There was no tips section when process the credit cards machine. Then we put 18% tip on the table.“

“Honestly… one of my favorite spots EVER. I used to work at a bar across the way and everyone there put me on… when I tell you I CRAVE this place. Customer service is always excellent. They are seriously so kind. Please give them a try I promise it’s 10000% worth it“

“Everyone so nice to us. Really enjoyed the restaurant and its employees“

“Love this place. Close to home and it's delicious. Always get chicken cheese verde enchiladas with beans and rice. The green are best and the red enchiladas are just as delicious. With a Mexican coke tab comes out to about $21 bucks. For delicious food I don't mind. Service is no complaints and is fine. The atmosphere is quiet, peaceful, I usually can read a book and not be bothered or interrupted.

Parking: Parking is west of the restaurant, can pull in off Valley, or from the Alley on the West Street of restaurant that runs north and south of the restaurant.“

“Came here pretty much when they opened for the day, there was already some people inside for a Saturday. When we finished eating, the restaurant was barely half full?

Food wise, the bbq meats are pretty decent cuts for what you pay for and the big shrimp we ordered is actually pretty good. They didn't have a real fishy smell, which is a plus, knowing some places just serve what they have sitting out.

There is a sauce bar with appetizers near the front of the restaurant, the bar itself is already baked into the price, there isn't any extra fee. There is also a self serve sherbet freezer with three flavors: vanilla, chocolate, and rainbow, as of writing this.

For the non grill foods, the soup and cold noodles are decently portion, definitely should split it up with others so you don't overfill. The popcorn chicken can be ordered as a half order, and to my surprise, it actually is pretty decent in terms of texture and juiciness, only downside is I wish they used some spice in the coating to give it a bit more oomph.

Overall, if I am ever in the area here, I might consider coming back when I'm looking for AYCE.“

“This place never disappoints me , the waitress is really nice and has really good costumer service , the food is also good you guys should definitely try the Naruto ramen and the mango tea ? I come here often because I think it’s the best ramen in California ? definitely recommend this place“

“This place was so delicious! I got the pozole rojo, add some toppings, their red salsa, and tostadas and sooo good!! My husband got tacos and finished them before I could even get started with my food! The owners were so sweet and attentive. Their agua de Jamaica and pina was DELICIOUS! Will most definitely be coming back!“

“Love this place! The food was amazing! Everything that we got was really tasty. The Mac'nut banana pancakes are So Good! I couldn't stop eating the pancakes even after I got full. The portions are big and filling, definitely worth it. The place was lovely and staff was super friendly.“

“Our new go-to spot. Recommend The wet burrito with asada and chorizo its fire! No really that green sauce is spicy! The cabeza and asada meats are really good here and the asada is real asada ,not that weird chopped up meat other spots be selling as asada. Prices are good and the comida doesn't disappoint. We haven't tried anything bad here yet. The frijoles are tasty as fuhhh, you can always tell a good spot by their frijoles and the bean and cheese burros are pretty damn good. Good service too! They stay busy here.They close at 630pm daily and they are closed on mondays.... man o man I think ima go hit up El taco man right now!“

“Free house special tea, choices of hot or ice cold. Yummy duck with refresh salad under neath it. First time to taste fried shredded banana flower on the side of the salad.
Super friendly waitress and waiter

Parking: Limited space but street parking is available“

“I been coming here for a year now happy to see dine in is open again, amazing beef noodle soup and I yummy fruit tea. Very worth the price and family own business that has amazing customer service 10/10“

“I really enjoyed my meal here. Sushi was really delicious. I highly recommend this plate. Super great. I will come back again here for sure. The jasmine peach green tea is just perfect. I was really satisfied. There was enough tables available to eat and dine in. There is plenty of parking to park your car too.“

“Excelente lugar. Se los recomiendo!! Riquísimo“

“this place is on point!!!!“

“Buenisimos., apenas los probamos semana pasada y volveremos pronto!...“

“Love love love the cucadachaShrimp ....I'm sure I misspelled but all their shrimp are bomb and shrimp cocktails as well. My only complaint is Please UPDATE your online menu .....I ordered for my company and WOW we went off of the listed prices on menu on websiteDefinitely not updated , and increased by 2 to 3 dollars , I understand things are going up but then I as a customer should be able to count on the business to keep me updated on NEW PRICES , because your food is delicious ? people will still pay but kinda unfair to have that surprise when u get the final bill and it's 50 bucks more then calculated from online prices .Just a friendly suggestion, I love to refer people . Also small tacos not worth the price at all“

“Will definitely come back here.

I had the nachos - with half cabeza (cooked perfectly) and half al pastor (nice slight spice to it). The burritos and tacos also looked amazing, will try next time.

The customer service was great. They made sure i had enough salsa and sides of pickled onions/carrots.

They have a parking lot and plenty of street parking.“

“I go there all the time! If you havn't been there make sure you go soon!“

“Another reviewer mentioned that recently the menudo was tasteless. Too elaborate, I felt the broth was bland, which was good and bad. Good in that it was not over salted. Bad in that it did lack some flavor and definitely no spice. I had to add a lot more red pepper flakes than normal. But the chunks of meat were well cooked. Still good overall.“

“My fav restaurant in LA! I love their aguas and ceviche negro.. absolutely everything is delicious“

“The outside of the restaurant looks kinda janky, but man, this restaurant is amazing. The food, in addition to being incredibly cheap, is also so so delicious and has very large portions to boot. From what I saw, the meals were only around $13 and the drinks $4.00. The people who work there are also very kind and welcoming.“

“This is definitely one of those hidden gems. Had a crazy work day running around when I decided to pull in and just have a nice little lunch. Boy did they deliver. One of the best wet burritos I've ever had. The Al Pastor was marinated and cooked to perfection with the wonderful green sauce having a playful kick (not too hot but not boring). The mix of flavors worked wonderfully leaving me very full and very satisfied. Wonderful little place with friendly service and sad that it's so far from where I actually live. Highly recommend“

“Cash ONLY spot. But it's worth it to carry around cash. Juicy flamebroiled burgers. Crispy fries. They have a lot of food options. Fast amd friendly service. Fresh ingredients. You can also get chili cheese fries with your combo. The best chili cheese fries I've had in a long time. Paid $35 for 2 double cheeseburger combos with chili cheese fries and drinks.

Parking: Few parking spots in front, but it's located in a small shopping center with extra parking. It reminds me of the old car hop burger spots because the parking is right in front of the outside order window.“

“I've been eating there & Take out about 25years. Never had any issues , with the owner or staff. Sometimes a bit hard to understand. Not a problem. Prices are right the food is great. If your hungry & in El Monte & in the mood for Chinese. You can't miss. Really.“

“We are Dennys late night regulars. We love the good food and service. CA club sandwich is my go to! Leslie, manager and server, is not only sweet but also considerate as we watched her make sure her colleague got into her truck safely after her shift. That’s a great manager! We’ll be dining here for many years to come.“

“This is one of those local gem mom and pop restaurants that everyone loves. Great sandwiches, great onion rings and good prices. The restaurant itself it a little dated and the owners say very little, but the food speaks for itself. I've been coming here since I was a kid and will continue coming until I no longer can.

Parking: Free parking but limited parking spaces.“

“it was bomb food and service was great.“

“I was amazed by the quality of food. It was superb at 10 at night! Gotta say Lab88 hit the spot!

Update!!!
Came back again after the lantern festival (it was just 10 minutes away!), because we wanted the chicken wings, tteokbeokki, and dumplings! It was hittin', once again!“

“Amazing little taqueria with great food and service. The soy chorizo option was really good for vegetarians; the veggie options comes with mushrooms. Their mango passion agua fresca was delicious. (They also have dog friendly tacos!)

Vegetarian options: Soy chorizo and veggie (mushroom) options. Potato taquitoes were also good. Have side dishes like corn, beans and rice“

“Our first time ever Trying the Vietnamese food! One word ; THE BEST!!“

“The food and the service were amazing!!!“

“Best Italian food in town. Delicious pizza, lasagna, pastrami sandwich and of course Great people.“

“My go to place for Dim Sum on my commute home from SGV to Orange County. They got your fan favs and the prices are somewhat reasonable - compared to some LA Chinatown spots, $5 per dish seems a bit high. Their food taste great so I really can't complain. Place looks clean inside but it can be hot and stifling during the summer. No dine in, strictly togo.“

“Make sure you bring cash, trust me its worth the hassle. I'm an uber driver and I love trying Chinese take out places all over Southern CA, and this is the best by a lot, and for many reasons. Sadly I live in the oc, but I'll be praying my work brings me this way as often as possible! They have my favorite dish, eggplant and they make it very well. Now I want to try their other items too. 5 stars.“

“First time coming here. Buddy of mine recommended the cowboy fries with chicken. They are SPICY.. I ordered a side of beans to try it with and without.. Goes pretty good together. They have a huge menu.. You can choose your meat for the fries as well. Definitely going to be back.“

“Valerie L and Courtney were both kind and helpful. Valerie told me about their specials and Courtney didn’t have me wait a long time for my drink. The food was cooked fresh and the atmosphere of the restaurant was welcoming.

Kid-friendliness: They have an arcade to keep the kids busy“

“I came from canada and I was driving around to look for some Indian food that's where I saw curry time and spoke to the host Amita MONGA and the way she welcomed me was unbelievable and the food that she recommended was so mouth watering that I couldn't resist and took some food for home as well for my family Must try thief food“

“los mejores tacos de camaron que yo eh comido ws aqui“

“Literally mom and pops cutting up some of the best salted duck anywhere. There's pickled cabbage and peanuts to compliment the meat. Dont be intimidated by the dark windows and Chinese signs. Come on in and she'll recommend what's good.“

“This old SAIGON restaurant changed to a new owner, Pho Yen, still has the same old setting as I loved, the food is somewhat tastier, more flavorful with the dish BUN HAM with hometown flavor.
Will definitely come back to enjoy other dishes, and recommend the restaurant to friends.“