I'm always on the look out for TLTAs or BLTAs or BLTs, and this TLTA is by far, the best I've had! The bread is perfectly toasted; the tempeh is marinated and not too thick, thin nor sweet/salty; the veganaise is light, creamy; and the lettuce, tomato is always fresh.
The kale salad is generously dressed in slightly sweet dressing. The potato salad is better w black pepper and hot sauce, otherwise is fresh and delicious.
Coffee is from Torque Coffee. My husband says it's perfect diner coffee.
Wish they offered matcha latte and fries.
Their live music is always appreciated. They begin playing at 9am and switch artists every 2 hours.
Updated from previous review on 2025-09-05
Tim Gibson
Second year in a row, my family come to Nate’s. Fun live music. The place has great vibes. The food is delicious. Will come every time we’re in town.
Dr. Cara Day
Loved it! Will be back to try more of their plant-based food. Would love it if they could add a nonalcoholic beer to their menu. Fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Austin Linton
There is usually a cat in the garden shop. The food is also great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cameron Collins
The only downside is the hired help, Ryan Bradford telling people they deserve to be killed (lynched, was his exact words) when he's posting on social media.
Came here on a surprisingly warm Sunday morning and was seated with my friend very quickly. We stood in line for 5-10 minutes (pretty expected for a Sunday breakfast), ordered, and found a table. Outside there were live musicians and people pushed the tables to dance together, making the vibes immaculate. We had to sit inside because there was no more room outside, but that was okay because the inside is nice too. I got the veggie frittata and enjoyed it a lot but wished the serving size was a little larger and the salsa that came with it a little tangier, but it was still delicious regardless and I finished the whole plate. She got the veggie hash and poached eggs and enjoyed it a lot as well. My friend and I split the biscuit with jam and it’s a pretty large biscuit, very buttery and flaky and soft and it was amazing with the jam. I’m usually not too big on jam because I make it at home, but the one here was pretty good. I would recommend this place and come back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Alicia Aguayo
Adorable café. Great live music. Appreciate the hearty and delicious vegan options! Great drinks.
Vegetarian options: Many vegan options. Very tasty.
Is closer to the garden ( is a must to see too). The food are really good, the ambient and the service was perfect. It doesn't feel being in SD at all... I Wana go back again and try new things there
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Courtney Kaulbach
Always the best food, but the service is crazy good! There are two ladies that will run circles around the place taking care of all the guests. Thank you Tiffany and Carrie for being stewards of hospitality! Love this place!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Timothy Dromgoole
Nate's garden grill, is a awesome place to go to relax, they had a couple old-timers playing live music on the patio, we Sat by the heaters and it was fine The food was great and so was the service The gentleman that helped us name was Adrian... I had homemade kombucha and my lady had some kind of hard tea we enjoyed a cheese platter and I had fish tacos mahi-mahi very good I highly recommend this place to anybody that likes down home style and entertainment
Kid-friendliness: Yes, but not many kids running around
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken Salad with Potatoe Chips, Fish Tacos, Salad
Lori Kisner
Super fun had a 4 piece instrumental and some people swing dancing. What a nice surprise. My daughter brought me here. ❤️
I'm always on the look out for TLTAs or BLTAs or BLTs, and this TLTA is by far, the best I've had! The bread is perfectly toasted; the tempeh is marinated and not too thick, thin nor sweet/salty; the veganaise is light, creamy; and the lettuce, tomato is always fresh. The kale salad is generously dressed in slightly sweet dressing. The potato salad is better w black pepper and hot sauce, otherwise is fresh and delicious. Coffee is from Torque Coffee. My husband says it's perfect diner coffee. Wish they offered matcha latte and fries. Their live music is always appreciated. They begin playing at 9am and switch artists every 2 hours. Updated from previous review on 2025-09-05
Second year in a row, my family come to Nate’s. Fun live music. The place has great vibes. The food is delicious. Will come every time we’re in town.
Loved it! Will be back to try more of their plant-based food. Would love it if they could add a nonalcoholic beer to their menu. Fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
There is usually a cat in the garden shop. The food is also great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The only downside is the hired help, Ryan Bradford telling people they deserve to be killed (lynched, was his exact words) when he's posting on social media.
Love the chill and salads
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Casual, great atmosphere. Food is delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Hash, Breakfast Plate
Good sandwiches. Order desk
Some good wines.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Came here on a surprisingly warm Sunday morning and was seated with my friend very quickly. We stood in line for 5-10 minutes (pretty expected for a Sunday breakfast), ordered, and found a table. Outside there were live musicians and people pushed the tables to dance together, making the vibes immaculate. We had to sit inside because there was no more room outside, but that was okay because the inside is nice too. I got the veggie frittata and enjoyed it a lot but wished the serving size was a little larger and the salsa that came with it a little tangier, but it was still delicious regardless and I finished the whole plate. She got the veggie hash and poached eggs and enjoyed it a lot as well. My friend and I split the biscuit with jam and it’s a pretty large biscuit, very buttery and flaky and soft and it was amazing with the jam. I’m usually not too big on jam because I make it at home, but the one here was pretty good. I would recommend this place and come back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Adorable café. Great live music. Appreciate the hearty and delicious vegan options! Great drinks.
Vegetarian options: Many vegan options. Very tasty.
Dietary restrictions: Excellent vegan options!
Kid-friendliness: Very family friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Adrian is awesome, he’s always taking great care of everyone and my family. He treats us like we are family and making sure we are okay.
We always come to see Fast Heart Mart and Gary Williams. Don’t miss out and seeing Gary and FHM is always fun.
We are grateful for all the people of Nate’s and the Nursery.
Kid-friendliness: Always welcome and happy to have them there. Every time we come there is always kids.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Hash, Breakfast Plate, Salad, Pulled Pork Sandwich
Is closer to the garden ( is a must to see too). The food are really good, the ambient and the service was perfect. It doesn't feel being in SD at all... I Wana go back again and try new things there
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always the best food, but the service is crazy good! There are two ladies that will run circles around the place taking care of all the guests. Thank you Tiffany and Carrie for being stewards of hospitality! Love this place!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nate's garden grill, is a awesome place to go to relax, they had a couple old-timers playing live music on the patio, we Sat by the heaters and it was fine The food was great and so was the service The gentleman that helped us name was Adrian... I had homemade kombucha and my lady had some kind of hard tea we enjoyed a cheese platter and I had fish tacos mahi-mahi very good I highly recommend this place to anybody that likes down home style and entertainment
Kid-friendliness: Yes, but not many kids running around
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken Salad with Potatoe Chips, Fish Tacos, Salad
Super fun had a 4 piece instrumental and some people swing dancing. What a nice surprise. My daughter brought me here. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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