Govinda's Natural Foods Cafe

I came in to check this place out the other day and it was fire. I usually don't mess with places that aren't 100% vegan but my guidance said to give it a try. It was healthy and delicious. Most of the dishes are vegan. It is cafeteria/buffet style serving and the Indian inspired menu changes. The food is legit fire. The wonderful staff is very nice and you can tell that they love what they do. I think energy is very important when it comes to........... everything. They are open 7 days a week. I will probably go there for Thanksgiving because they will have something special there. The vibe in general is harmonious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Not authentic Indian buffet. For being connected with the Hare Krishna I'm surprised that they serve the food. Better off eating at the service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 4

It’s a vegan cafeteria style mostly fresh salads restaurant; you pick the items and pay by the pound. I moved far away so haven’t been recently, but I used to love going there. The staff was so pleasant!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

If you like fresh and healthy, but tasty vegetarian/vegan food, this is for you. The place is very clean, friendly staff, peaceful, plenty of seating and menu options. They charge by lb so you can choose the items you want and how much of it. I had just arrived from an East Coast trip and was starving. Very much recommend it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This food is very special and blessed by people who cook it with love and offer it to Radharani and Krsna. Not to be missed if you’re in LA!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lovely spot. Food is very fresh and delicious. They will let you know what is in everything. Food is sold by weight. I spent $14 plus tip for a full plate of food, salad, samosa and a spindrift drink.

They have indoor and outdoor seating.

Definitely recommend especially if you are veg.

There is free parking as well.

There is also a store on the second floor, but I didn't go up. There are stairs but I don't know if they have an elevator. Restaurant is wheelchair accessible though.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Just wow! I was introduced to that cafeteria by my bf during Covid. I can’t remember much of it back then so it musn’t have been anything special (I do take notes of good food spots!), therefore neither good nor bad.

While driving in that area today, and it happens that I am currently on a vegan diet, I decided to grab lunch over there. OMG! The place has been so nicely updated!!! And the food was just WOW! Sooo good! $6.50/lb. Will definitely go back again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I have been coming to
Govinda’s since it used to be across the street on Venice Blvd in the 80’s full disclosure I’m of the faith - Hare Krishna. This food is so fresh and delicious, the salad dressings, the samosa’s, the dokla all a must have. I do miss the sandwich bar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salads

My favorite place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love the food and ambient

Iskon temple in L.A. it’s beautiful our Indian God Radha Krishna .. Govindas natural food cafe it’s in our vegetarian & fresh, delicious, food no spicy bc testy..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dal, Great Salad Bar, Noodles Sautéed Vegetables Dhokla Chapati and Halwa, Carrot Cake, Greens Salad with Potato Salad, Thali, Vegetable Burgers, Pizza

Please consider making the whole menu vegan if it’s already vegetarian it’s very easy and would allow everyone who is meat free to enjoy food even if they find byproducts equally objectionable

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Spiritual food! Healthy and tasty. Coming back here the next time we are in LA.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salads, Dal

The best vegetarian food in town!

Kid-friendliness: Kids have to be quiet and respectful

Wheelchair accessibility: Large area dining room, and well lit too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Semolina Pudding, Carrot Cake, Great Salad Bar, Salads, Sandwiches, Vegetable Burgers, Maha Bhima Burger, Thali, Bhima, Pizza, Aloo Gobi, Greens Salad with Potato Salad, Samosa, Frijoles Negros, Dal, Noodles Sautéed Vegetables Dhokla Chapati and Halwa, Tofu Sandwich

As a vegetarian, it’s nice to be able to go somewhere where everything on the menu you’re able to eat. They serve freshly cooked food with different options every day and also have greatmango lassi.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Samosa, Dal