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.“

“We met friends for dinner and what an amazing experience it was! Each course was delicious and the presentation was second to none. The service was genuine and every staff member was attentive and made us feel welcome. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Eddie V’s did not disappoint. Always classy, high-end atmosphere, service and food preparation. Emily was delightful and efficient. All of our meals were attractively presented and delicious. The Lobster Mashed Potatoes were especially delicious!“

“Recomiendo todo Es un súper lugar cómodo ,bendecido Su personal y su comida Es lo máximo Sus bebidas no hay comparación ,su personal de la barra es súper Cada vez que tengo la bendición de estar en ese lugar me hacen sentir muy especial Todo absolutamente todo lo recomiendo Gracias CATANIA“

“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.“

“Tina made my visit to The Melt unforgettable with her warm welcome, genuine kindness, and exceptional service. She guided me to the perfect meal, which was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Her attentiveness was perfectly timed—never intrusive, yet always making me feel valued. Thanks to Tina, I left with a full stomach, a big smile, and an experience worth sharing.“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“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!“

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

“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!“

“Great food, wonderful service!“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Every time we come to La Jolla Shores we dine here. Reasonable prices for delicious food and plenty of it. Large menu to choose from. We sat on the patio, which is plenty warm with all the space heaters. Excellent service. They don't rush you. Prepare for free street parking as you might be a few blocks away.  menu to choose from.“

“WOW! The Manhattan never lets us down and this perhaps was especially delicious. We had Veal Piccata, Veal Chop and strip steak. And, of course, we were served their famous carrots. And, because we were celebrating our anniversary, they gave us a wonderful desert complimentary.“

“Amazing food, staff & atmosphere!“

“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“

“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.“

“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“

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

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

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

“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!“

“My fiance and I ordered for a delivery from here last night. We ordered the Supreme Pizza which includes a variety of meat and veggies their garlic knots and a calzone like pizza bite. The Garlic Knot stuffed with cheese pepperoni and jalapeno was amazing! I'm really picky with bread dough and they had top-notch quality. Our pizza tasted fresh and tasty. A little spicy too! Quality is great I was very pleased. And it traveled well! 10 and out of 10 great pizza spot“

“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!“

“The flavor of the chicken and veggie kabobs are simply amazing at this place! Even my 10 year old son said it was the best he ever had. He gobbled down the zucchini and squash that was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The hummus is equally amazing with the pita and rice. This is my go-to place for lunch or dinner!“

“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!“

“Didn’t expect the quality of the food from a place that serves Gyros lol. Had a lamb and chicken platter. I was totally impressed by the lamb. Tender and cooked perfectly with the smallest amount of light pink, super tender and juicy.
$37 with beverage and tip. (For lunch)
But It’s La Jolla and everything is going up in price.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Great food, fabulous service, and the owner, George, was absolutely wonderful to us! We’re visiting from Reno and looking for some good bites in La Jolla and found this place on Google. George made the whole experience with his customer service. He gave us free beer before our flight because he knew we needed it. Do yourself a favor and come eat here!“

“If you go to El Charro for one thing, make it the carne asada fries. They are absolutely incredible. The meat is tender and has so much flavor, the fries are crispy, and the toppings are fresh and delicious. Fast, friendly service and huge portions make this a five star experience. I’ll be back for more.“

“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!“

“First time trying poki and I am so glad I tried it here. The poki was delicious and fresh with delicious flavors. The freshness of the fish and toppings makes this place amazing. I highly recommend, I got the small and that got me full. Will be coming back again.“