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Small space with cozy, intimate atmosphere and quiet setting despite nearby busy area. Decor is beautiful and inviting, creating a romantic, homey vibe ideal for relaxed meals. Staff-run operation adds warmth and personal touch to the experience.

Offers all vegan options with insanely good Thai flavors. Unique dishes like vegan Khao Mun Gai and pineapple rice stand out for their quality and taste.

All dishes are 100% vegan with a focus on authentic Thai flavors. The menu offers a wide range of vegan options that deliver incredible flavor profiles and high quality.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and all vegan."

"The vegan Thai food here is amazing and freshly cooked."

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The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.

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SAMATA VEGAN HOUSE opens at 1 pm and closes at 10 pm.

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The interior is small, so plan ahead and call for reservations.

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Bright, modern space offers a cozy atmosphere with well-lit, inviting design. Gelato features rich, intensely-flavored varieties including vegan and dairy-free options. Prices lean high, reflecting the premium experience and location.

Four vegan options include a rich Vegan Belgian Chocolate gelato and a guava sorbet. The vegan chocolate has a rich taste and texture and comes in a childโ€™s size non-dairy version.

Four vegan options include a rich and textured Vegan Belgian Chocolate gelato. The guava sorbet and chocolate flavors stand out for their taste and quality.

People are saying

"The vegan chocolate gelato is unbelievably good and rich."

"The dairy-free Belgian chocolate gelato is unbelievably rich and delicious."

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Prices are high, with $7.50 for one scoop and $9.25 for a waffle cone.

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The portion sizes are small, with a small cone costing $10.00.

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Dairy-free options are available for those with allergies.

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Ice cream shop offers unique Persian-inspired flavors like saffron, rosewater, and date fruit with a creamy, high-quality texture. Interior feels bright and lively with limited indoor seating and some outdoor spots. The vibe reflects a local, old-school charm with a clean and friendly atmosphere.

A great selection of ice creams includes several vegan flavors. The vegan options have a creamy taste and include unique choices like date ice cream.

A great selection of ice creams includes several vegan flavors with a creamy taste. The vegan date ice cream stands out among the options.

People are saying

"The dairy-free ice cream here is amazing and so creamy."

"The vegan ice cream is delicious and creamy."

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Mashti Malone's has many unique ice cream flavors like rosewater, sweet cucumber, and saffron.

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Parking is available at the plaza where Mashti Malone's is located.

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Mashti Malone's offers many vegan options among their ice cream flavors.

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Space blends Guatemalan culture with minimalist wooden decor and unique art pieces. Atmosphere stays quiet and welcoming, ideal for working or relaxing with mellow music. Separate seating and community areas support a calm, social vibe.

Vegan conchas stand out as a delicious option here. Plenty of vegan choices exist beyond that, making it easy to find something plant-based.

Plenty of vegan options are available, including vegan conchas that taste delicious.

People are saying

"The vegan conchas here are amazing and delicious."

"I loved the delicious dairy-free conchas here."

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There is no parking available at Ulew Coffee & Juice, and street parking is hard to find.

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The entrance is through the mini mart and you can't miss the plant store at the entrance.

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Parking is limited on the curb, but you can enter through the flower shop into the indoor shopping center.

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Modern ice cream shop offers wide variety of flavors including vegan options and ice cream for dogs. Warm, inviting atmosphere turns energetic late at night. Parking is challenging, but the setup and labeling make choosing flavors easy.

Plenty of vegan options include ice cream made with a cashew and coconut milk blend and vegan cookies. Flavors like Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb stand out for their taste.

Plenty of vegan options include ice cream made with a cashew and coconut milk blend and vegan cookies. Flavors like Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb stand out for their taste.

People are saying

"The vegan options here are plentiful and delicious."

"The dairy-free ice cream here is plentiful and delicious."

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They offer ice cream for dogs.

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They have a robust selection of non-dairy options.

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Parking can be challenging in the area.

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Sandwich shop offers authentic Italian sandwiches with 100% imported meats and cheeses and fresh bread baked on site. Warm, cozy space features light yellow walls and a small patio for street views. Energy stays lively and welcoming, echoing a Florentine neighborhood vibe.

Vegan sandwiches come out huge and delicious with clear care taken to avoid cross-contamination, using a clean knife, board, and grill. Options include vegan and vegetarian varieties that stand out in quality and size.

Staff use a clean knife and cutting board and clean the panini grill before making vegan sandwiches. The vegan sandwiches are huge and delicious.

People are saying

"The vegan sandwiches here are delicious and huge."

"The dairy-free sandwiches here are delicious and huge."

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Parking is available behind the restaurant, accessible via an alleyway.

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Expect authentic Tuscan-style sandwiches made with high-quality ingredients.

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Vegan and veggie options are available on the menu.

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Ice cream shop with vintage-style yellow reclined chairs and a California ingredient map wall creates a hip atmosphere. Music plays while people enjoy indoor and outdoor seating. The place offers a unique and diverse range of vegan and traditional flavors with a cool, relaxed vibe.

Many vegan ice cream flavors are available, including cookies and cream, which tastes close to real ice cream. The mint and mango vegan options stand out for their flavor quality.

Many vegan ice cream flavors are available, including cookies and cream, mint, mango, and Turkish coffee. The vegan options taste close to real ice cream and offer a wide variety to choose from.

People are saying

"The vegan ice cream flavors here are incredible and so varied."

"I found so many incredible dairy-free flavors here."

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Street parking is the only option available, making it hard to find a spot.

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If parking is difficult, the Beverly Connection Budget Mall across the street offers an alternative.

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They donโ€™t accept cash or online payments; only card payments are accepted.

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Italian restaurant with indoor-outdoor decor featuring white and beige tones and plants creates a beautiful, charming atmosphere. Noise level is high, giving a lively, disco-like energy. Offers vegan menu options and an open kitchen that connects chefs and diners.

A dedicated vegan menu offers appetizers, entrees, and desserts with standout dishes like the vegan carbonara featuring a great pasta texture and crunchy topping. Vegan options also include vegan pesto, green lasagna, and vegan calamari, plus a wine list that clearly marks vegan wines.

A dedicated vegan menu offers appetizers, entrees, and desserts with standout dishes like vegan carbonara featuring a crunch topping and vegan cheese. The wine list clearly marks vegan wines, making it easy to find dairy-free options.

People are saying

"The vegan dishes here are amazing and impeccably flavored."

"The vegan menu here is delicious and offers plenty of authentic Italian options."

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with half-price appetizers.

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Civico 2064 has a vegan menu with appetizers, entrees, and desserts.

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Free parking is available in the adjacent lot.

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Small donut shop with bright pink decor and Danny Trejo-themed design creates a fun, kitschy atmosphere. Music plays loudly, and the space feels busy and lively with constant foot traffic. Limited seating offers a quick stop vibe rather than a dine-in experience.

Solid coffee pairs well with excellent vegan donuts like the vegan OG and coco loco flavors. Many vegan options include donuts and donut holes, catering well to those with egg allergies.

Vegan donuts stand out with flavors like coco loco and the vegan OG. Many dairy free options fill the display, making it easy for those with allergies to find treats.

People are saying

"I found the vegan donuts to be really good and tasty."

"I found the vegan donuts and donut holes to be great options."

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A dozen donuts costs $30.

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Vegan donuts are often unavailable, with none available at the moment.

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They were not accepting cash for some reason.

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Ice cream shop offers unique handmade flavors with bold, creative combinations and high quality. Busy atmosphere reflects its reputation for some of the best ice cream around, with an outdoor seating area for communal enjoyment.

Vegan ice cream includes flavors like peanut butter caramel that many find phenomenal and delicious. Options exist but may feel limited for some cravings.

Multiple non-dairy flavors offer delicious vegan ice cream options. The peanut butter caramel vegan flavor stands out as phenomenal.

People are saying

"The dairy-free ice cream flavors here are amazing and unique."

"The vegan ice cream options here are amazing and delicious."

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Salt & Straw allows samples for testing flavors before purchasing.

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There is paid parking across the street.

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The store offers unique and interesting flavors of homemade ice cream.

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Large grocery store with a bright, clean layout and ample seating both indoors and outdoors. Atmosphere feels posh and pleasant, with a self-serve salad bar and coffee bar adding to the experience. Frequented by shoppers seeking organic and health-focused products in a spacious, well-designed setting.

A large variety of vegan options fills the shelves, including vegan sweets like a rice crispy style treat and a raspberry bar. Plant-based staples such as Daring Foods, Daiya Pizza, and Gardein appear alongside kombucha and chips.

Bakery offers iconic vegan treats like a rice crispy style snack and a vegan raspberry bar. Prepared food has fewer vegan options than some stores but usually includes something suitable for vegans.

People are saying

"I found a large selection of vegan options, especially in their bakery."

"I found a large selection of dairy-free options, including vegan treats."

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Parking is available for free, but the lot can be crowded.

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Expect higher prices compared to other grocery stores in the area.

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The market offers a wide selection of organic products.

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Small modern shop offers unique ice cream flavors with a thick texture served in cups. Atmosphere inside feels sterile and hot, but outdoor seating nearby provides a more inviting experience. Location near entertainment venues keeps crowds manageable, making it a popular pre-show treat.

Vegan options focus mainly on vegan ice cream with a vegan chocolate chip flavor and a dairy-free sorbet. Variety is limited but the vegan ice cream is generally tasty.

Vegan options include a cookie dough ice cream and a chocolate chip flavor. Dairy-free choices are limited to one ice cream and one sorbet.

People are saying

"The dairy-free cookie dough ice cream is really good and unique."

"The vegan ice cream flavors are uniquely desired and really good."

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Parking options are very limited; consider rideshare or paying for a lot.

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There is limited seating available inside the shop.

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They offer only one dairy-free flavor and one sorbet option.

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Strong chocolate aroma fills the small space with an open kitchen visible behind clear glass. The atmosphere is minimal and lively, with no indoor seating but a single bench outside for enjoying treats. The design leans toward an upscale boutique feel, attracting a mix of families and influencers.

Blueberry muffins and vegan oatmeal raisin cookies stand out as vegan options. The bakery also offers a vegan gluten-free chocolate chip walnut cookie and several tasty choices suitable for vegans and those with lactose intolerance.

Lots of vegan cookie options exist, including one that is both vegan and gluten-free. The vegan cookies tend to be pretty sweet.

People are saying

"The vegan cookies here are pretty great."

"The dairy-free cookies here are really good and not too sweet."

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Parking is available in a small lot just north of the bakery.

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They open at 9 am; arriving early helps avoid long lines.

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Online ordering is available for quick pickup to skip the line.

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