50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in La Jolla

“An amazing restaurant! The fish is so fresh that it sparkles!! Get the omakase!! And we will definitely be back And that means traveling there from Northern California. It’s that good.“

“Been here multiple times now! Service is always great and the waitress in the lounge recognizes you and remembers people! Highly recommend and will be back next time I’m in town!“

“As usual, great service and good food! Only thing tho, they don't acknowledge the OpenTable rewards, I was given $16 to use towards the restaurant but they said they don't accept it. So it's a bummer but overall, good experience and fantastic view!“

“Delicious, fresh food, made from scratch pasta, wood fired meat and pizzas....and outstanding service!“

“Blaine was absolutely fantastic from the time we approached the counter to when he came out giving out samples of the ice cream to customers sitting on the dinning room. He was very personable! Hard to find great people working in the industry! Our second visit here and the food brought us back, as the previous visit the young girl at the counter was not very friendly.“

“I love the salads here! Very creative fresh and delicious, the food makes you feel energized, thanks to the owner for her recommendation on what to get. It is a brand new place and they have so much to offer La Jolla, I can't wait to go back to see what they have next week!!

Vegetarian options: All vegan and so clean.“

“Shiku Sushi has the best atmosphere for dining, from their amazing menu and service. You are greeted the minute you enter and each server has a smile for you. I love the rolls, and I try different ones each visit. Casanova, Summer Beach Body to name a few. This Sushi bar is a MUST when you're visiting. You won't be disappointed!“

“What the? This is basically the best restaurant on campus?

All the other restaurant food are kind of... meh? Like they put slightly too much filler into their food.

However, the food here actually made me feel something. I ABSOLUETLY LOVE THEIR BURRITO!!! THERE IS ACTUALLY CONTENTS INSIDE!!!!!!!

Just, maybe don't get the pasta if you aren't a died-hard vegan, but a lot of stuff on here is REALLY good.“

“You can pick up your pizza and cook it at your convenience! It’s so fresh and delicious, you can’t get pizza this good at a sit down restaurant.“

“Darin was great! Thank you, our dinner was delicious“

“The Cottage never disappoints. Manager Jason is a terrific ambassador. Staff are always polite and professional and the food is top shelf.“

“Awesome food, great drinks and service! Nicole is awesome!“

“We went here for lunch on a weekday so that it's not so busy in LaJolla. Parking was still an issue and we ended up parking in a lot for $20.

We were seated at the last table by the window. Yes! Gorgeous view of the ocean, the many varieties of birds, and sea lions sunbathing on the beach below.

We took advantage of their great lunch special. You get to choose an appetizer and entree. We both chose the pork belly bao and a full size ramen combo for $18. The Me So Hot ramen was delicious with a nice heat. Delicious!“

“Great food, wonderful service!“

“This restaurant never disappoints us! Always amazing food and service! Love love coming here.“

“Da italiana, ho cenato più volte in questo fantastico ristorante e vi dico che il cibo è ottimo. Qualità dei prodotti 🔝, servizio impeccabile. Il locale è veramente tanto delizioso. Ve lo consiglio vivamente non rimarrete delusi!“

“The atmosphere and view, food and drinks are unbeatable. Staff is friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Cody’s is a fantastic establishment that I visit every time I am in La Jolla!“

“Absolutely amazing cuisine! Exceptional customer service! I would come again!“

“Courteous, entertaining staff, they make you feel comfortable.“

“AMAZING FOOD! Service with kindness and care! 10 out of 10!! Can’t wait til I’m back in town to come again!“

“Don Carlos Taco Shop is a La Jolla institution for great Mexican fast food. Great friendly staff and good food. I use for take out exclusively.“

“Amazing food, staff & atmosphere!“

“Amazing food. Casual atmosphere. Great service to go along with the great food“

“AMAZING FOOD! Service with kindness and care! 10 out of 10!! Can’t wait til I’m back in town to come again!“

“The most adorable setting serving absolutely delicious food. Fast friendly servers are all smiles and so sweet. The coffee is incredible and if you like Unicorns, well, that's doable here too! Don't miss it. Loved our experience.“

“This is our favorite Italian restaurant in the La Jolla area. Food is delicious and love the decor. This time we ate outdoors as we had our dog with us. Service was adequate even though we were off to the side and not n clear view of the wait staff. Love the Calamari/zucchini appetizer. We both had different veal dishes and they were delicious and ample. We are only in the area a few months each year but this is the first restaurant we go to when arriving.“

“You are well cared for at Manhattan of La Jolla. Nancy and staff treat you as if you are family they are happy to see again. Piano bar volume is just right and pleasantly entertaining. Baked ziti was out of this world. Penne pommodoro was a little watered down (probably too much pasta water before saucing) otherwise it would have been 5 stars. We will definitely be back again.“

“poor service. food came not as ordered. took a long time to get food. had to flag down another waiter to get attention. party melt over cooked. 1 1/2 hour waist of time. both doors left open so we were swatting flying away from food“

“Food is delicious! The views are spectacular! And service is always top-notch!“

“Best Chinese and Mai Tai's in San Diego or maybe the US“

“Great flavours! Great atmosphere!! Great service!!!“

“Good food and music. Friendly ambiance. Very enjoyable experience!“

“Such an awesome place with great food and an awesome beach setting! Whenever I come to San Diego to visit family, I will always come here after a great day on the water.“

“A coworker ordered for our spring orientation. The pizza was amazing!!“

“It is an okay place for a fast bite of sushi. Atmosphere is average. Service was average. Food was just edible. Not bad but not really good. Mediocre.“

“We were celebrating my fiancés birthday and our server Molly was delightful. All of her recommendations were spot on. We don’t drink and she suggested the best tasting mocktails. The entrees and dessert were absolutely delicious. The view over looking the cove was romantic. Overall Molly made this an unforgettable experience and we will definitely be coming back.“

“really really good pizza. pizza bases made fresh on site.“

“Our server, Eve, was phenomenal! We dined there tonight with a party of 10 which included 4 kids. Eve was on top of everything! The food was yummy and came out fast. I highly recommend Nautilus based on variety of food options, yummy drinks and excellent service!“

“Marketplace Grille is an absolute standout in La Jolla Village!

From the moment you walk in, you can tell this is a hands-on, heart-driven business. Owners Tony and Camilla are truly involved, and it shows in both the exceptional service and the consistently high-quality food.

Their Mediterranean cuisine is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared — perfect for a quick meal or feeding a crowd. And if you’re looking for catering, they offer some of the most reasonable pricing around without ever cutting corners on taste or presentation.

Reliable, delicious, and welcoming every time — Marketplace Grille is a must-try and a go-to for events!“

“Chef Felix and family put together an excellent meal. Every. Single. Day.I've been going here for 4+ years and am still going back. Everytime Chef curates, weekly, a menu and will even still make you almost anything you can cook on a skillet. From flatbreads, to home made soups, and a Cubano I would fight you for, they make a bit of everything.¡Provecho!“

“My bride and I just spent 4 nights at the hotel. It was very nice. The restaurant, to us, is the crown jewel. We had a superb dinner. The seafood was fabulous, our server (Steven) was a delight and of course the sunset! We had breakfast on our last morning and it was very good! We came here years ago when it was Elarios and we were not disappointed this time either! We will return!“

“This was sooooo good! We come to La Jolla all the time and I don’t know why we didn’t eat at this restaurant sooner. We have walked by it a million times and finally tried it! The food was incredible- we had the chicken skewer platter and gyro fries. The chicken and meat were very good, the pilaf was delicious, salad, veggies, tzatziki and hummus too- all 10/10. Highly recommend this place, we also sat outside by the fire and it was super warm. Service was fast and the atmosphere was great, not too busy for Friday night. The prices are great for the portion of food you get.“

“When you're craving a great slice of pizza, Pizza on Pearl is my go-to because no matter what I order, I am never disappointed. The crust is crisp, and the amount of toppings is generous, with interesting flavors. PoP is my top choice for pizza in La Jolla.“

“I happened upon this hidden gem when visiting my beloved grand nephew, Gareth. Ordering my staple meal for the last 52 years of my sorrowful life, the only thing that brings light to my years other than Gareth, my pizza. After waiting a mere 2 hours 23 minutes and 12 seconds on the dot, this homunculous of a pizza arrived within my vicinity. From its mere presence alone I felt my tongue quiver with excitement. Gareth.“

“I am so glad this place is here! It's perfect for grabbing some good food to bring back to the beach. It's very casual and reasonably priced. We had a big group so we ordered several different things and they were all great and big portions. The guy working the counter and cooking was extremely friendly and fun. Again, so glad this place is where it is!“

“First time at Sammy’s in Imperial Beach for breakfast the portions were big and the desserts delicious. We definitely will be returning. Sammy’s is one of my favorite restaurants!“

“I would not normally take time to leave a review (let alone a positive one) for a hospital cafe, but this place was a little oasis in the middle of a tough day of appointments. Great coffee, solid breakfast fare and the staff were very nice.“

“The staff at Haru were very hospitable. Carlos, our server, was very kind and made our experience at Haru one to remember, striking us with great conversations and the best attitude. I wouldn’t go for sushi anywhere else. Thank you Carlos and the entire staff for your warmth!“

“Shoutout to JESSE! His playlist was on point. I take my headphones everywhere and when I need to get work done I usually won't take them off but the vibe was so good I didn't pull them out once. Of course, it is also so beautiful and food and drink was delish and high quality. I will be bringing my friends back over the summer.“

“These are the BEST poke bowls I’ve yet to eat! The imitation crab is wonderful and the spicy tuna is just the right amount of kick! They also have octopus!! Which I was delighted by, and made sure to get plenty! I’ll definitely be going again when I get the chance!“