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Vegan restaurant specializing in house-made tempeh and seitan. Serves burgers, sandwiches, organic fries, salads, and daily soup. Among the customer favorites are the tempeh power burger, chupacabra chiken sandwich, and the el cubano. This branch opened 2021 across Hwy 111 from Whole Foods Market. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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72695 CA-111 Ste A6, Palm Desert, California, USA, 92260
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 28 Nov 2024 by Veggie-Cook
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Added by TanyaPetrovna on 28 May 2021
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109 Reviews
First Review by TanyaPetrovna
mmaley48187
Points +155
Visiting from out of town- Love it! - Edit
We were visiting out of town, in the hotel that we were staying at our server had recommended chef Tanya‘s kitchen. We went there for dinner the next day and lunch the day after that. Great food and desserts.  I only wish they had a location in Michigan, they would rock it in Ann Arbor. 
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Erika
Points +2237
Bigger location, nice shop - Edit
Chef Tanya’s is always amazing. Good food and service. This location is huge with a lot more seating. Nice shop inside with a lot of unique vegan-friendly products. They also have a dessert counter with baked goods & ice cream (haboobs).
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CatDadMT
Points +327
Quick and delicious - Edit
We ordered the Cubano and chicken chupacabra sandwiches and they were delicious !! For dessert we had the key lime and peanut butter parfaits. So many wonderful options available to tempt you. Service was also really quick!
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SoCalCal
Points +2732
Always great food with a smile! - Edit
The Palm Desert location of Chef Tanya's is much larger and welcoming than the one in Palm Springs. There is also a Kreamery attached, so desserts are readily available. As the menu doesn't really change a lot, I typically order the special that is posted on the board adjacent the cash register. I haven't been disappointed yet.
Read moreI've tried almost everything on the menu and it's all good. Staff is always friendly and helpful, as well. You can't go wrong here!
Pros: Great food, Friendly staff
Cons: Can be pricey
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Sarahnh
Points +299
Excellent food and immaculate vibes - Edit
They had a pride special, even though it's no longer pride month, and had some very sweet words under the description. And wow it was delicious!
Read moreThey also had a kitten adoption event today! I love the support for local animals.
As a desert girlie I really appreciate that their improvement on the DQ Blizzard is called a Haboob (a desert dust storm!).
Everything here is delicious, you cannot go wrong. And the market and shop area is adorable! 10/10 all around
Pros: Partnered with animal rescue , Food and shopping , Ice creamery
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mtaza
Points +36
Amazing Food - Edit
The sandwiches and side-dishes were probably the best i’ve ever had. Looking forward to trying them again when i visit.
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bfigs04
Points +262
Great Selection! - Edit
All the sandwiches I’ve tried have been awesome
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amyvotta
Points +701
Love this vegan store & restaurant! - Edit
Fantastic spot, from the incredible oat-based soft serve w vegan toppings to the food & the cute store, this place is a gem!
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candacevedge
Points +20
Delicious - Edit
We had the breakfast burrito, avo toast, and a few coffee drinks.
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jeffsheldon
Points +1366
Vegan Delights at Tanya’s Kitchen! 🌱 - Edit
Whenever our compass points to plant-based goodness, we steer toward Tanya’s Kitchen—a culinary oasis for vegans.
Read moreOur Culinary Journey:
The food at Tanya’s is like a symphony of flavors—each note harmonizing with the next. 🎶
Our all-time favorite? The legendary El Cubano. Picture this: layers of deliciousness. Even non-vegans swoon over this masterpiece.
Today’s Trailblazing:
We veered off the beaten path and tried the Pastrami Mami. Sliced pastrami, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing, dill pickle, and gooey cheese—sandwiched on that same gourmet rye bread. A second favorite was born!
Feeling virtuous, I opted for the OhMyGatoTaco—a vegan twist on the classic taco salad. Fresh, crunchy, and guilt-free. But here’s the twist in the trail: my taste buds still yearned for my lunch companion’s sandwich.
The Sweet Oasis:
Brace yourselves, fellow desert wanderers! The Palm Desert location harbors a creamery dessert bar. 🍦 Soft-serve ice cream beckons like an oasis mirage.
My virtuous salad? It surrendered to the siren call of creamy indulgence. 🌵🍨
The dessert selection? A constellation of choices—each sweeter than a desert sunset. We’ll be back, no doubt.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-06
Pros: All vegan all the time, Small store to purchase vegan item , Palm Desert location has great seating
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LAsagneRaiders
Points +67
Great every time - Edit
I’ve tried half the sandwiches here and I’m going to eat them all
Read morePros: Cubano, Pastrami , Chupacabra
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glassesgirl79
Points +2792
Chef Tanya's Kitchen Provides Delicious Food For Vegans and Non-Vegan Alike - Edit
Excited to finally this restaruant and it did not disappoint! Upon entering the spacious restaurant, me and my coworkers were warmly greeted by restaurant staff. After reviewing the paper menu while waiting to order, I ordered a caprese tempeh burger with a side of smoked children pasta, while my coworkers orders the modern hippie veggie sandich with a boogie bar as well as a bowl of chili cheese crack fries and the daily soup.
Read moreOur food arrived quickly, was prefectly cooked and was delicious. I was plesantly surprised to see that in addition to this Chef Tanya's location having a restaurant, there is also a variety of vegan items for sale as well as a spearate areas of the store selling vegan soft serve ice-cream. Although my two coworkers aren't vegan, they thoroughly enjoyed their meal and said that they'd be willing to eat at the restuarant again.
With so many delicious things available to eat and cool things to buy, I will definitely be bringing my husband to this restaurant again sometime soon.
Pros: Generous portions, Friendly staff
Cons: Food might be pricey to some
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susandc
Points +24
Delicious! - Edit
We ate at Chef Tanya’s Kitchen multiple times while in town and were never disappointed. The sandwiches are really fresh - crisp veggies, soft bread, and melt-in-your mouth delicious. I’m totally addicted to their “crack” cheese and worked it into every meal except the El Cubano sandwich (which was wonderful). The cooler always contains plenty of treats if you’re craving something sweet - the Mexican Chocolate Pudding was our favorite!
Read morePros: Fresh, delicious food, Well-stocked cooler with treats/take home meal, Eat-in option in separate dining area
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jennp80
Points +181
Could eat here everyday - Edit
Everything was so delicious, especially the chili. Also really cute store to poke around in
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Tenzin_Yeshe
Points +59
Great date afternoon - Edit
The food is fantastic and the Fresca is refreshing. The market has fun products to browse.
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Kplant
Points +5250
Delicious food. Friendly people - Edit
Delicious. Every time I come through Coachella Valley I make a point to enjoy Tanya's. Food is always on point . Indoor outdoor seating. Lots of vegan and Palm Springs swag to buy.
Read morePlus Softserv. Must visit.
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saratheplanteater
Points +566
Exceptional food & pet-friendly atmosphere - Edit
EXCEPTIONAL food and the choices are healthy! So often all-vegan places are trying to offer comfort food that is tasty but high in fat and salt. The food at Chef Tanya's is AMAZING and so, so healthy! And it's super pet friendly - my pup was welcome and they even have special dog treats if you ask for them. I ADORED the caprese tempeh sandwich - I'm torn between having it AGAIN and trying something new. Such hard choices! I need to go back again and again😄
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in2insight
Points +810
What Native Foods could have been... - Edit
I've long admired Chef Tanya's cooking and am fortunate to have been one of the first to dine at the NF Westwood location where the Chef cooked for a while.
Read moreThe store / deli / restaurant is laid out beautifully and is very inviting. The staff were friendly and attentive. The food! The meals we had were outstanding. Flavors the melded wonderfully, lovely textures and filling. We grabbed a few deli items as well and were very pleased with those as well.
There was a lot of activity at the "creamery" but we did not have time to wait. Next time.
Pros: Great food, Good service, Fun store to shop in
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vsvihla
Points +597
Amazing! - Edit
One of our favorite restaurants ever. We really love the pastrami mami sandwich and the French dip (a daily special) sandwich. The Palm Desert location is great because there is outdoor seating and the kreamery with oat milk based soft serve options.
Read morePros: Delicious , Friendly , Outdoor seating
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JTtheveggie
Points +4306
Vegan Oasis in Palm Dessert - Edit
This is so much more than a food stop and in addition to an array of takeout and sit in breakfast and lunch/dinner options, you’ll find crafts and tee-shirts. Ordered the breakfast tostada and it was served on a freshly made tostada topped with beans, jalapeños and sprouted greens.
Read morePros: Parking is easy, Reasonable prices , Long opening 9 am - 9 pm
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OnlyVegan
Points +46
Vegan 🥑 🌱 🥗 All the way! - Edit
Best food in the dessert for vegans. If you ever are in Palm Desert, don’t miss out on this place. 
Read morePros: Vegan, Market, Nice vibe
Cons: None
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jcsbuss
Points +151
Delicious fresh food - Edit
A delightful all vegan shop and deli. I have enjoyed everything I tried.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-12
Pros: Fresh salad and tasty food, Lovely people , Nice space
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dea_larissa
Points +771
Pure goodness! - Edit
I had her food at an IronMan event in La Quinta and while it was the only vegan option available, I can eat Chef Tanya’s modern hippie sandwich 3 times a day everyday forever. My mother in law who isn’t vegan has been singing her praises for months now and it lived up to the hype and then some! The levain bread is outrageously good and while it is a veggie-packed sandwich, each ingredient sings beautifully on its own. I can’t wait to go visit her actual restaurant because I am hooked!! My daughter ended up taking half of my sandwich and all I heard from her was mmmmmmm!
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CAAA
Points +60
Wonderful - Edit
Lovely cafe with seating. The food is delicious and the staff are all very friendly and Chef Tanya was there chatting as well.
Read moreWe had a thanksgiving special, which was a ‘turkey’, stuffing and cranberry roll.
This location has the ‘kreamery’ which serves vanilla or chocolate vegan ice cream which was delicious.
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kkju
Points +63
Fantastic! - Edit
One of the best vegan places I visited!
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LiveWellIdyllwild
Points +1839
Love addition of new location - Edit
Haven’t been in the area in over three years. Was pleased to see that Tanya opened a sit down restaurant. It is huge! Prices for a salad are a little higher than I would like to see it, but it’s great to support a vegan restaurant. 
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: Salad price a little high
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audreyohh
Points +256
Amazing! - Edit
A nice restaurant and café with a cute little shop. The food is amazing!
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