38 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Santee

“First time to Broken Yolk Cafe. Loved the atmosphere and great food! The people who work there are so friendly makes you feel like you’re home💕Thank you Ron for my bread and the ladies behind the bar for wonderful drinks!!! We will definitely be back if I am rating it on a scale of 10 I give it a 20.“

“Great atmosphere and better beer! Love this place.“

“Hit the spot. The authentic pho broth was bomb, and they are super generous with the meat portions. Plus, because it was Father’s Day, they gave us an unsolicited 10% discount, which was kind. Fresh toppings, great food, and love the stone bowl presentation. Will definitely be back.“

“Literally one of the best cheeseburgers I’ve ever had. They delivered 25 min after my order was placed. Fries were still crispy!!! Very delicious.“

“Great portions and great taste. Very friendly servers, I recommend.“

“Went there last night 07/14 for my husband and I's first wedding anniversary. We came about an hour to closing but despite that staff was amazing. Our server was very kind and attentive. The food was absolutely amazing as well and they weren't upset when we misspoke and accidentally ordered the wrong thing, they corrected it and were patient. Have always really liked this location for the friendly staff and will continue to be a patron!“

“Valentin was our waiter and he is excellent, the best!“

“great food! love this place 😀“

“super friendly and cozy and comfortable“

“Picked up some catered food (entrée: bbq chicken plus Kalua pork, sides: macaroni salad and rice. Also got the green salad w/mango dressing), for a gathering of about 40 people. Everyone raved about the food a lot. The Kalua pork was a hit.
Thanks to Terri, Juan, and their staff and the great food they make.“

“Randee is great! I’ve been coming here for a couple of years and the customer service is always solid. I came in about 10 minutes before closing and Randee was already starting to close up, but he still took my order without any issue. I told him my hungry girlfriend sent me, and he got straight to work. Really appreciate the great service.“

“Best breakfast in East San Diego County and top-notch service from our server Mary!“

“the waitress was very nice and the food was good 👍 😋 👌“

“Great food and personal service. I commented that I was sharing the burrito with my bride and was asked if I’d like them to cut it in half for me. 👍“

“went to birthday/graduation/going away event bns was electric plenty of room terrific beer and spirits selections all made on sight at very reasonable prices pool tables pinball machines the party also had cornhole and an added feature mechanical bull riding excellent experience“

“My family and I love this sushi place. It offers real Japanese cuisine and hot sake. The prices are fare. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly. So.etimes theres a wait. But not always. They have a second dinning room they'll open if it gets busy.“

“Riquísima comida lo atiende muy bien y rápido salimos muy contentas del Restauran mil grasias feliz ańo“

“Having spent 20 years exploring the vibrant culinary scene in San Diego and visiting over 200 restaurants, I can confidently say that Emma’s Mexican Restaurant stands out as one of the best, hands down.

From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted with the warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a genuine slice of Mexico. The décor is charmingly authentic, and the staff exude a friendliness that makes you feel right at home.

But it’s the food that truly sets Emma’s apart. Every dish is a celebration of traditional Mexican flavors, prepared with the freshest ingredients and a meticulous attention to detail. Whether it’s the perfectly seasoned carne asada, the rich and flavorful mole, or the mouth-watering enchiladas, each bite transports you straight to the heart of Mexico.

What truly impresses me is the consistency and quality of their offerings. Emma’s doesn’t just serve food; they craft an experience. The tortillas are handmade, the salsas burst with freshness, and the portions are generous without compromising on quality.

If you’re a San Diego native or just passing through, Emma’s Mexican Restaurant is a must-visit. It’s a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Mexico and a shining gem in San Diego’s dining landscape. Emma’s has earned its place as a top-tier restaurant, and I can’t recommend it highly enough.“

“Good service good food good price just like the old days Good job“

“God, everything is delicious! I used to work in front of the restaurant so I’ve tried many options on the menu and today I drove from home (UTC La Jolla) just to have the steak and eggs burrito plus I took one carne assada burrito to go. Without mentioning their sauces are the best. I don’t mind driving from home bc the quality is the best in the city - it’s extremely fresh! 5 starts ❤️🙏 thank you for making me so happy! 🤤“

“Carlton Oaks is a gorgeous venue with a wonderful staff. Gwen is a cheerful and fun server and my new friend💃…PLUS the food is delicious!“

“I absolutely love Marieta's in Santee. The food is delicious and the service is amazing. I have been enjoying this place since I was 16 years old and I have always felt like part of their family. Be sure to visit Pedro in the bar!“

“Cazadores Taco Shop in Santee is one of our favorite spots in San Diego. We’ve been coming here for years, and whenever we’re in town, we end up eating here almost every single day. The carne asada is hands down some of the best in San Diego — always fresh, flavorful, and exactly what we’re craving.“

“The food was amazing as always.“

“This has been my go-to spot for years. I won't eat anywhere else for taco shop food in San Diego. I love that it is family owned and the food is incredly fresh, everytime. The ONE thing I missed was birria.

WELL GUESS WHAT!!!?? THEY HAVE IT! I have tried the birria tacos, mini birria tacos,birria quesadilla and the birria nachos. Mini tacos are the best. I loved the nachos too. The amazing gal that works there gave me the sauce she likes on hers and it was amazing. I love you guys. You definitely know that. You hit it out of the park this time! 🙌🏻“

“Relaxed atmosphere, and quick service. Server took and delivered my order fast, and made sure had everything I needed.“

“Best L & L bbq out there there's many but these guys put quality in there's they are not all the same they marinate the beef so good here and its so delicious I been coming here for years 😋. Dania is been there for 7 plus years and she always so kind and she will take care of you weather online order or in person. Miguel the cook in the back makes the best food hes amazing. Definitely recommend for you to come here its worth every penny.. yummm would take a puc but ate all my food. Thank you for amazing service always.“

“Hiberto's is on prospect in santee California. Its a nice restaurant. They have amazing food. I highly recommend them.

I stopped in for lunch while my car was being worked on. I order the carne asada plate and 3 rolled tacos. Came with rice and beans.

5 stars for food staff and clean restaurant. The staff went above and beyond friendly professional and polite. They made sure it was cooked perfect and all was good.
I be back again. Thank you“

“Brady at the cash register did a phenomenal job at customer service and seeking me as the customers needs he customized my meal to fit my demand, he wasn't acting like a AI robot at the register just taking my order he discovered what i needed. He was fully knowledgeable of the products offered and found exactly what my lunch was, to hit the spot right on my taste buds. Promote him!“

“I happened upon this place today and fed our crew of workers lunch there. The pizza was fantastic. I wish they were located closer to our area. The people of Santee are lucky to have such a great tasting pizza place to go to. I will go out of my way to come back. The Man, running the counter is very gracious.“

“I have been coming here since they opened and they are the best !!!! Everything I have ordered has been beyond delicious and the owner Zak is the best !!! It’s a must try !!!!!“

“First time to visit and the food was sooo good. I love the scallops the most. We had 14 person party and we were sitted immediately. Food was prepped and cooked in front of us, very entertaining for all. I felt that they wanted to make sure we had the best time. Thanks for making my family experience a good one.“

“The late night staff always very nice and seem to know how to make a pizza. Far better than my 1st experience at the mast location which warranted a complaint at the time. I've since started ordering after 9pm when in town and they have turned this from a 1 star to a 5 star.“

“We picked up food yesterday during their grand opening in Santee. Best pesto I’ve ever had! Staff was great too. We will definitely be back.“

“We've ordered from this restaurant through DoorDash three times now (most recently on 6/21). We really enjoy the Vegetable Lo Mein and the Salt & Pepper Tofu, they've both been delicious every time.

The only issue we've had is with the rice. Each time we've ordered, the rice hasn't been included, even though the DoorDash menu and item description state that the meal is served with rice. After the first two orders, I reported the missing rice through DoorDash.

Today, before placing our third order, I called the restaurant directly to make sure the rice would be included. I was told that rice does not come with the meal and is an additional $2.50. I tried explaining that the DoorDash menu says it's served with rice, so the menu description should probably be updated if that's no longer the case. Unfortunately, there seemed to be a communication barrier, and I was simply told again that rice costs $2.50.

I couldn't find an email address to contact the restaurant directly, so I'm leaving this review in hopes that someone will update the DoorDash menu to match what is actually served. I also noticed the restaurant's online ordering website lists a side of steamed rice for $4.99, while I was quoted $2.50 over the phone, so there seems to be some inconsistency there as well.

The food is good, and this review isn't about the quality, it's simply to help correct what appears to be a menu error so future customers know what to expect.“

“Ordered a pizza today for New Year’s Eve. The service was awesome! Everyone was friendly and courteous! The pizza was delicious! This will be one of our regular places to eat out! Thank you!“

“Very good experience here at Santee Ihope , the cashier today Sunday June 21,2026 was very kind and patient, quite place and clean ( could be a little better on the dust but over all it was clean also the bathrooms ! Food was ready fast and very good presentation ! Enough parking space too, and other stores near by! Desert was great !“

“staff was warm and welcoming as we walked in. Super fast service, 3 different staff check on us to see if we needed anything. food came out in correct order, fresh, and hot! was a nice time. They even said thank you and goodbye on the way out which was nice. first time my hubby and I ate here, we will be back 😋“