Lunch counter & deli serving veganized classic sandwiches, burgers, salads, soups, and desserts. Specializing in house-made tempeh and seitan. Menu changes, and food comes packaged, ready-to-eat and for to go. Has a stand-up counter and some communal tables for seating. Opened 2017 by Chef Tanya Petrovna, original founder of Native Foods Cafe. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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706 S Eugene Rd, Palm Springs, California, USA, 92264
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210 Reviews
First Review by Janeg
AndrewMiller
Points +56
So good - Edit
Had the Cuban. So yummy
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Namaste.vegan_
Points +16
AMAZING!!!!! THE BEST VEGAN PLACE TO EAT IN TOWN! - Edit
I have so many Great things to say about this place. First time myself and my family went it was lunch time so we ordered soup of the day and sandwiches. I had the BLT it was Amazing.. my husband had the happy hippie I think it’s called with Tanya’s homemade crack cheese and that was The most delicious vegetable sandwich we’ve ever had. Our kids had the grilled cheese and PB and J and all of them were very happy. The best part was the lady working told me about a wonderful little park that’s literally three minutes away, that we could have a little picnic at and my kids could play afterwards.(that is now our favorite park💗) The second time we went was on a Wednesday and I had the dinner special which was winter chili with cornbread and steamed kale.. yum yum. Delicious hands-down the best chili I’ve ever had besides my own. My husband had the L Carbone sandwich which was delicious as well 😋I highly recommend trying that one. Also the potato leek soup was amazing. Every time I have gone the staff has been super friendly and very helpful. My favorite part is about this place besides the food and friendly staff is Chef Tanya herself has been there and has been delightful and welcoming 💗 Great job!!!!
Read morePros: Everything is vegan , Daily specials , Friendly staff
Cons: Small seating area
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Mkeren
Points +20
The best! - Edit
We had a delicious lunch here on our first full day in Palm Springs.... my husband had the daily burrito special and I had the BLT. What a pleasure to have such imaginative and tasty vegan food!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan choices... a whole menu full!, Great staff, Near our AirBnB... we can walk there!
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twistedprayer
Points +17
Vegan delicious - Edit
Chef Tanya’s Kitchen (deli) is delicious!
Read morePros: Clean, Great customer service , Open 5 days a week (closed Sun/Mon) 11am-8pm
Cons: Expensive
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SoWo1999
Points +677
Excellent Amazing Delicious- Seriously! - Edit
I finally got the chance to eat at Chef Tanya’s and it was amazing! I was very impressed from start to finish. The restaurant is very small, but decorated in a fun and tasteful decor. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Now let’s get down to the food! I got the Chupacabra Chicken, it was outstanding! The flavors were just the right spicy to rich and flavorful. The bread was really good and the veggies very fresh. I also had a side of the Fleetwood Mac salad and it was really good also. Not what I expected macaroni salad to be like, there were pieces of sietan and veggies in it and made it extra unique. I finished with the lemon cake (and took chocolate to go) and it was very fresh and had just the right amount of sweet. I will absolutely go back! Native Foods watch out, Chef Tanya’s done it again and it’s a masterpiece!
Read morePros: Very flavorful food, Unique menu options, Very friendly staff
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veganat53
Points +16
Deliciousness - Edit
While visiting family I pulled up happy cow and there it was just minutes from Grandma's and within minutes we were enjoying a delicious BLT and some chocolate cake. Let's just say, we will be picking up dinner on the way back home. Awesome staff and we even met Tanya herself. 💚🍃💚
Read morePros: Bombdigity vegan food.
Cons: That they are not in my town.
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NeøHøtting
Points +34
The best food I’ve ever eaten, no exaggerating. - Edit
The best food I’ve ever eaten, no exaggerating
Read morePros: Vegan , Vegan , Vegan
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ChristinaPeterson-Ja
Points +26
The pastrami sandwich is one of the best things I've ever eaten - Edit
Great little place makes a vegan happy...staff great
Read morePros: all vegan
Cons: it can be a little slow but its worth the wait
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NeilHusvar
Points +22
Best in town. - Edit
Where to begin? The homemade tempeh. Ooof. Wow. Every last little bit about this place is amazing. Tanya is the original creator of Native Foods and her years of love and knowledge of the vegan lifestyle is so apparent. There really isn’t anything better in a hundred miles. Maybe anywhere.
Read morePros: Everything.
Cons: Nothing.
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vegantallgirl
Points +64
Delicious!!! - Edit
The best sandwiches are the BLT El Cubano! Go! You won’t regret it
Read morePros: Delicious
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CocoButta
Points +418
Vegan bahn mi - Edit
Sounds like everything here is excellent, I went with the special of the day, which I took away along with a watermelon agua fresca and a piece of lemon cake, and went up to an overnight spa in desert hot springs 🌵. It was soooo nice to have my scrumptious vegan dinner waiting for me after soaking in mineral hot springs all day. Really recommend this place!!
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AlexAguilar
Points +86
Super Scrumptious Food! - Edit
Tanya, and her team, will always feed you delicious food, whether you get the Coachella Forever salad, the Pastrami Mami sandwich or the apple cobbler or lemon cake as your main meal, you will always be happy at the end! Oh, and don’t forget to have the Mumbai Chai! Delicious!
Read moreThe space is always friendly and social! And Tanya might be there for a photo!
Pros: Everything is Vegan! , Super friendly staff (front counter and kitchen)!, No animals or people suffered in the process! 😍
Cons: I always need to have an extra dessert to go.
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thatonemadscientist
Points +42
The Best in the Valley! - Edit
Chef Tanya's Kitchen isn't just a restaurant, it's a family. Everyone there is super friendly and very caring! The food is some of the best that I have ever had, and the daily specials are always very creative! While there is limited seating, it's never cramped, and there is always a place to sit. The To-Go fridge is always packed with delicious housemade cheeses, deserts, and entrees, great for on the go!! If you're ever in the valley, Chef Tanya's is a must stop.
Read morePros: Friendly Staff, Amazing Food, Great Vibe
Cons: Limited seating
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KGinTn
Points +182
Wow! This place has incredible food! - Edit
Wonderful place. Food was incredible. Chef Tanya knows how to cook vegan food
Read morePros: Great selection , Wonderful food, Chef Tanya loves Camper Van Beethoven!
Cons: None
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RobPerri
Points +18
I had a religious experience today. - Edit
I drove out to Chef Tanya's Kitchen for lunch, not really that hungry, a bit peckish. I had the BLT sandwich. Halfway through eating it, I got up and ordered another one to takeaway. It is, by far, the best BLT I've ever had in my life, vegan or otherwise. I guzzled down their delicious watermelon lemonade (two of these too,) and I relished in a peanut butter parfait to finish. I was almost rolling out the door. The staff were so beautiful and amazing, and even tolerated me not shutting about my experience there. If you're in Palm Springs, you absolutely have to go.
Read moreDo you believe in heaven? I didn't, until I came to Chef Tanya's Kitchen.
Pros: Literally everything.
Cons: That it's not in Australia, where I live.
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DianaPercival
Points +15
Perfect Tempeh! - Edit
I was on my way to Arizona and stumbled upon this little Gem! The food was superb. I ordered the BLTA which was excellent, and then tried a sample of their freshly made tempeh, which was Amazingly tasty! They make all their seitan in house too! Definitely going to this place again. The service was top notch as well.
Read morePros: Seitan, Tempeh, Good vibes!
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PattieAnn
Points +13
Chef Tanya’s kitchen is outstanding! - Edit
This is the best vegan takeout restaurant I’ve ever had. I wish they had a dining room. The food is fresh and the service is always fantastic 😍 Definitely one of my favs 👍🏽
Read morePros: Completely vegan menu , A couple of gluten free options , Fantastic Agua Fresca!
Cons: Not a sit down restaurant
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YogeshYogi
Points +35
Vegan food from the heart - Edit
It is not only the delicious and nourishing food that makes this place so special. Tanya’s food is prepared from heart. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Tanya herself a gem and professional in what she does. My husband and I are coming every Saturday for lunch to enjoy a “pastrami mami “ and the community. Luckily a few chairs and tables are now available to enjoy the food at the shop. Chef Tanya’s is an experience that should not be missed.
Read morePros: Freshly made food , Absolutely vegan and tasty
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Dark&Stormy
Points +72
One of the best I've been to! - Edit
I'm vegan pilot, so while I'm flying to a bunch of different cities every day, I try to find the best vegan restaurants. This was such a small, cozy, out-of-the-way place, I wasn't sure what to expect, except that it had great reviews. Well, I can tell you that this is been one of the best places I've been to. Everyone was super nice and inviting. Telling me all about the menu and how it's made in house, answering all my questions all while using my first name. I ended up getting the pastrami sandwich and the burrito to go. Oh and I also got a vegan donut that they brought in grom another local vegan shop, it was delicious! Everything was delicious! Whenever I'm back in this city I will definitely be back to eat here. I only wish they had a little better seating arrangements. Not really a sitdown resturant, more like a grab and go.
Read morePros: very good food, fresh, inviting, everything vegan
Cons: I just wish it had a better seating arrangement
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aballar
Points +28
Plant Based Eaters Rejoice! - Edit
This is a must stop when in the area. So many yummy options to choose from.
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ashleynt646
Points +283
Amazing! Incredible people! - Edit
The staff here greets everyone by name. When I came in I was so hungry and couldn’t decide what to get. Tanya said take a seat and I’ll bring you something. I got the Cuban, side salad, agua Fresca and lemon cake. They have hands down the best customer service I’ve ever experienced. Pricing is good for the portion sizes and you will leave full, invigorated, and smiling. Wish I had one of these in every town!
Read morePros: All vegan, The best staff , Amazing food and desserts!
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eaglenws
Points +519
5 Stars Are Not Enough - Edit
We had dinner at Chef Tanya’s Kitchen today (they’re open until 8:00 on Wednesday). I wish we lived closer to Palm Springs so we can come back again and again. We’ll have to settle for occasional return visits. The sandwiches were FANTASTIC!!! The staff was as friendly and helpful as one can hope for. This is DEFINIETLY a place to come back to.
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Cons: None
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vegan__babe
Points +35
FAV Vegan place outside of LA!! - Edit
I am obsessed with Chef Tanya's. Every time I go in there, I feel so happy. The staff is so sweet every time and Chef Tanya herself is such a cool, interesting woman! But let's get to the food. OMG. Every single thing on that menu is perfect. I wouldn't change a thing. I crave her food constantly when I'm not in the area. My favorite things are her Coachella Salad, her Moroccan Roasted Cauliflower, Tu-No Salad, and pretty much all of her specials. I love this place and everything it stands for. HIDDEN GEM!
Read morePros: Excellent, homemade vegan food, Daily specials that are ALWAYS good, Cool vibe
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Nybreed412
Points +66
Best Vegan deli🥪 - Edit
Best deli sandwichs I have found so far. Really good house made seitan. I had the Chupacabra chick'in and my Fiancè had the B.L.T.
Read moreI will have to grab and sandwich before I leave.
Pros: Everything is Vegan!!!!
Cons: In a real cutty place, but worth the find.
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dogdays4eva
Points +18
Best in Town - Edit
Always met with a friendly smile. Fresh Vegan Grinders, fresh lemonade and don’t forget the Hpmemade Reuben!!! Such an amazing place
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Everything’s fresh
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Jay-Oh
Points +88
Yummy vegan place near the airport - Edit
So glad I found this place! It’s a Small cafe in a low-rise building near the airport. My salad was delicious. Several pre-made side salads and desserts are in the cold case. A steady stream of repeat customers came through while I was there.
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vegetariangirl
Points +2615
Fave stop in Palm Springs - Edit
We really enjoyed this little spot. There is a small dine in lunch counter or take away. The banh mi special was amazing. Lots of great juices, Soda and desserts. They also sell a small selection of vegan items like candy, spreads etc
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