Look for "Thai Vegan" signage. Restaurant est. 2008 offering and extensive menu of Thai dishes plus a few American fare (veggie burger and fries). Choice of soy meat or tofu as protein in the Thai dishes. Daily lunch specials. Small place, open kitchen, and busy on the weekends (expect a wait). Open Mon-Tue 11:00am-10:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm. Closed Wed. Remains open for take-out orders until 10pm.
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9819-F Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, California, USA, 91730
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102 Reviews
First Review by VegInCA
goVegan123
Points +20
HAIR isn't vegan... - Edit
I used to love this place but during the pandemic I would get takeout there and the last two times it was long black hair in my food. The first time I called just to tell them they accused me of trying to get free food, which I guess was kind of true. I wanted hair free food The second time I called to tell them they screamed mother f***** at me and told me to come down so they could "f##k me up"...
Read moreCons: Hair in food, Being called a cheat, Being threatened with violence
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dlw1441
Points +36
Bland but reliably ok - Edit
I have to give credit for being 100% vegan, I do love that, but the food is overall just fine, not as flavorful as Thai food you’d get anywhere else. It’s the only place I’ve ever had vegan “chicken” satay, though, and my kid loves their pad Thai with tofu so I keep coming back despite it not being the best.
Read morePros: All vegan, Multiple protein options
Cons: Low on flavor
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Ssrocker17
Points +20
No clear vegan GF options - Edit
They seated us quickly which was good. I was disappointed that they didn’t clearly state what was gluten free and what wasn’t on their menu. The waiter said that all their soy meats had gluten. I got the vegan pho and I appreciated that he said he would remove the soy sauce because it wasn’t gluten free. I ordered their fried potatoes and he said the sauce had gluten. Ultimately I was left with a disappointingly bland meal. I had tofu water with rice noodles and dried potatoes. My husband got the vegan curry which he liked. Overall, I won’t go back unless they update their menu to include vegan gluten free options.
Read morePros: Parking, Fast seating, Comfortable booths
Cons: Do not specify on the menu what is/isn’t gluten fr, Bathroom could be better maintained.
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Alyssa.Rosa
Points +118
Always a Delight - Edit
I always enjoy the food when I visit. The portions are a good size and the food is delicious. Definitely worth stopping by.
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IonicDreams
Points +26
Great tai food - Edit
Good quality food for a reasonable price and it's popular with vegans and non-vegans
Read morePros: Food , Price, Parking
Cons: Wait time
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msridhar
Points +33
Excellent Thai Vegan - Edit
Bright Star is our regular place for vegan Thai; we've either eaten there or gotten takeout dozens of times. The food is consistently flavorful and delicious. We've ordered a wide variety of things from the menu and never had a bad experience. Also, if you like, they can make all their dishes without garlic or onions, which is a big plus for us.
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CameronTepper
Points +32
Not amazing, but nostalgically great - Edit
This restaurant is OG for Rancho when I was in highschool, I will always love this place because it was one of the few places I could go that had more than one vegan option in high school and college. I had my first red and green curry here in 2007.
Read moreReasonably priced and that said, it is not amazing food. The vegetables are frozen and they steam it with pre made sauces. But the rice is solid.
Fueled by nostalgia I’ll never say a bad thing about it.
Pros: Good variety, Cute local spot for the inland empire , Good prices
Cons: Very general food
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Forakora
Points +566
Thai is my fave - Edit
And this place is in the tops!
Read moreTons of flavor, tons of options, perfectly sized portions. Best Tom Yum soup I've ever had, and the Thai green tea is a must
Pros: Everything is vegan!, Everything is delicious!
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ReginaReynoso
Points +210
One of my favorite places - Edit
One of the first places I went as a vegan and years later they still have the best papaya salad I’ve ever had. #Veganuary
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Appropriately priced
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AndrewDanny
Points +122
Blend food - Edit
One plate of fried rice thst is almost tasteless and a lemonade for $22. Extremely expensive for what it is. There are better vegan Thai restaurant around. I can’t recommend this place.
Read morePros: All vegan menu, Service is fast
Cons: Very expensive
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thetravelingvegan
Points +1171
Vegan heaven - Edit
Why can’t all restaurants be like this?? Total vegan Heaven. The Mongolian beef is way better than the real thing. All the meat analogues are beyond sensational. The food comes out quick and fresh says the menu is extensive so you’ll have to come back over and over again. This is seriously one of the best vegan restaurants I’ve ever eaten at.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-09-09
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dqsmith
Points +150
Great Vegan Food - Edit
Back again, you can’t go wrong at this eatery. If I am traveling to California from Vegas, this spot is on the itinerary.
Read moreI live in Las Vegas and passed by this place in June 2012 after eating at another Rancho C. vegan establishment on the way back home. I had to wait 6 months to get back to LA so i could try this place out. IT WAS WORTH IT !! The portions sizes were good, big chunks of vegetables and plenty of them. We ordered two appetizers, two large soups, one small soup, and 3 entree's. The price was right and worth the wait. There are very few vegan eateries (or vegetarian for that matter)in Las Vegas so anytime I can get into a vegan restaurant it is a good thing.
Updated from previous review on 2019-07-28
Pros: Fresh vegetables, See the cooking area, Clean & A grade rating
Cons: Too far from Las Vegas
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samiriosv
Points +28
Amazing food & service! - Edit
I love coming to bright star. The staff has always been so welcoming and thoughtful. Their Thai tea, spring rolls, pad Thai, drunken noodles, and soy chicken are my favorites! I will forever be a returning customer to bright start and continue to recommend it to people.
Read morePros: Attentive staff, Good Portions , Great Value
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Zombiecynthia
Points +5559
Vegan Wholesomeness Since 2008 - Edit
Memory lane here we come! I’m not sure if I readily recall this location exactly but I totally remember the name! Wow - super awesome being back in the area visiting my alma mater and getting to go back to see spots thriving that I would frequent! I came at dinner to see a good size crowd, the restaurant is small, but the personnel/staff/service/food is totally worth it! Highly recommend their specials, I had the Dinner Special (Orange Chicken). I ATE EVERYTHING! Would totally come back - they have so many choices you may surely try them all!
Read morePros: ALL VEGAN 🤤 , Friendliest Staff/Personnel, Wholesomeness - I just felt peaceful while here
Cons: Cozy Establishment (i.e., small dinning area)
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RiseInAwe
Points +50
So Yummy! - Edit
I love their pad thai, coconut thai ice tea, rolls! Everything I've tried is amazing!
Read morePros: Tons of options, Everything tastes fresh
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dleviton
Points +16
Our favorite local restaurant - Edit
We take out from here every week
Read morePros: They remember us. , Spicy Eggplant without oil on request , Delicious
Cons: Closed Wednesday
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WeCanVeGan
Points +259
Lots of choices! - Edit
Welcoming staff, with a menu that has plenty of options! I’m excited to go again to try some more! Only downside, the lunch specials were a bit smaller than I expected (at least the Pad Thai).
Read morePros: Lots and lots of options!
Cons: Smaller sample size (for the pad Thai)
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ScottCline
Points +3232
I really wanted to love it! - Edit
I ordered the Bright Star rolls and the Spicy Rad Nar. I enjoyed the rolls and the dipping sauce but was disappointed with the Spicy Rad Nar. It was not spicy. It did not have a very deep flavor and really lacked any spice. It was just OK. Serving size is plenty for two.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Lots of choices and big portions, Bright Star rolls are good
Cons: Not flavorful although labeled as spicy
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Notstevie
Points +1567
Good stuff! - Edit
I had a good time eating yummy vegan food here with my buddies and pals!
Read morePros: Super cheap
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VulcanVegan
Points +356
Amazing Vegan Thai - Edit
Food was wonderful! Best vegan Thai I've ever had. I really enjoyed the Pad Thai and my fiance loved his Chow Mein. I was really impressed with the soy shrimp. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
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Hopeluvsfood
Points +35
First Vegan Restaurant I Ate at Before Becoming Vegan - Edit
I have ordered from here several times, and I have never been disappointed. The staff is very friendly. My favorite dish currently is the pineapple fried rice. Delicious! My family, who are not vegetarian or vegan, like the food too.
Read morePros: Great Variety
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KenBeebe
Points +74
Stupid! Take out only! - Edit
Rode there on a Harley.. turned around and walked out... ridiculous.. get on with life already and manage some limited indoor seating
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3u!u
Points +142
Favorite Restaurant - Edit
I’ve been eating at Bright Star since they opened, and I remember being worried when I was the only patron during dinner time. How things have changed - now it’s always full! This is one of those rare places that you can close your eyes and point to anything on the menu with the assurance that it’ll be delicious. Don’t miss this place; it’s truly spectacular!
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marriedavegan
Points +593
Super Good Thai - Edit
We have been here many times, it is my mother in law’s favorite. Huge menu. Everything we have had was good particularly like the vegetable tempura, pad see ew, orange tofu. All the curry is very good. Tom kha and Tom yum soup both very good. Only downside is place is really small with just a few tables so when you could in eat, there often is a wait.
Read morePros: Huge menu with Thai, Chinese, Japanese , Reasonably priced, Everything is good
Cons: Really small
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Vegan_Newbie
Points +64
Amazing Vegan Thai Food - Edit
I love this place! The food is so delicious. I was super happy to find a vegan Thai food spot in the area. Also, the Thai tea here is the BEST! Definitely give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.
Read morePros: Full vegan menu , Decent prices
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Ladulé
Points +604
Authentic, delicious, affordable, lively - Edit
It's always packed because the food is so delicious and authentic.
Read morePros: Authentic, delicious, well priced, good portions
Cons: Always full and have to wait
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georgewatt
Points +30
Best thai food - Edit
Best vegan place in rancho, order here all the time and I’m never disappointed
Read morePros: Fast service , Always quality, Endless options
Cons: Staff isn’t mean but also isn’t very friendly
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