Offers full bar and a finer, vegan culinary experience in a stylish and upscale setting. Focus is on Mediterranean-themed small plates. Extensive farm-to-glass cocktails and wine list. Sample dishes include vegan crab cakes, lasagna, the impossible burger, artichoke 'oysters,' vegan cheese plate, and flatbreads with different toppings. Dessert selection may be chocolate ganache tartlet, canoli, hot fudge sundae, panna cotta, or berry tart. Brunch 10am-3pm on weekends. Valet parking available. Co-founded in 2013 by celebrated vegan chef Tal Ronnen. Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-3:00pm.
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8284 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, California, USA, 90046
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- Reservations required
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220 Reviews
First Review by SonjaCPA
1AP1
Points +738
Great Mainstay - Edit
Dined multiple times over the years and always leave happy, wishing we could've ordered more
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Pilot.lj
Points +1345
THE special occasion restaurant for vegans - Edit
The lions-mane steak is something my household talks about on the daily. We love crossroads! It’s our go-to for celebratory nights or when we want to treat ourselves. Obsessed with the wedge salad 😍
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gavinislame
Points +120
Fancy vegan food - Edit
Not a lot of restaurants like this, fancy high class dining with a fully vegan menu. Waiters were on top of things, food was absolutely delicious. Small portions so expect to get 2-3 plates per person. The chicken parm was one of the most delicious things I have ever had. Can't recommend this place enough.
Read morePros: Options, Setting, Quick turnaround
Cons: Pricey
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Freckles_
Points +270
Best Vegan Food! - Edit
A nice, all vegan eatery that we stopped for lunch. The options are endless and all delicious. You cannot go wrong with any pasta, sandwhich, appetizer, or pizza. Some real shockers were the scallops and calamari which were incredibly realistic. I ordered the spicy Sicilian and I think it was the best vegan pizza I've ever had. It wasn't a traditional chicago deep dish like in Kitchen 17 but still fantastic nonetheless. The prices are also not too bank-breaking for a nice restaurant and being all vegan.
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Luke7812
Points +15
Our happy place - Edit
We love Crossroads and have probably had more than 100 meals there. It’s nice that the menu shifts but many of the staples remain. A couple suggestions for them: I lament a few of the permanent changes to the brunch menu (they used to offer delicious roasted fingerling potatos but now just have these tiny cubed potatos and peppers that seem more consistent with a hotel breakfast bar; and the sad demise of the chickpea panisse which was the centerpiece of their old breakfast sandwich.)
Read moreIn general, though, I love that they have such a varied menu and that the interior is swanky and comfortable. My only other suggestion would be to bring back the old barstools - which had higher backs - as the new ones are uncomfortable for tall people (no back support).
Pros: Delicious and varied menu
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HCMex
Points +332
Vegan food at its finest - Edit
Was extremely impressed by every dish that we ordered at Crossroads! The standout was certainly the cheese platter and the lions mane steak although the Impossible cigars were reminiscent of beef taquitos and the rigatoni was delicious & spicy.
Read moreThe price point is not bad considering it is an upscale vegan restaurant. Will certainly be going back asap to try the variety of things they have on the menu.
Pros: Service, Quality of food, Prices
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Veggieyogi333
Points +51
One of my favorite vegan spots in the us - Edit
It had been a few years since I had first gone to crossroads (due to living on the east coast) and when I finally got the chance to go back I went two nights in a row 🤣 I have dreams about the carbonara, which has an “egg” that runs when you cut into it and tastes so rich and delicious. 10/10. Also incredible mentions to the squash blossoms that are stuffed with a rich ricotta and the impossible cigars with a yogurt dip. The whipped feta was amazing, the Marsala with a chicken cutlet was yummy as well. The brownie Sunday was decadent. Really just overall an incredible restaurant with delicious foods. Top spot for a date. If I had the money to support my crossroads habit I’d be back once a week. 🙏
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annies755
Points +662
Delicious upscale restaurant - Edit
Loved everything I ate! My favorites were the wedge salad (bleu cheese dressing was so good!), roasted fennel and thoroughly enjoyed the scallops linguine. My table of three ordered 4 appetizers and each a main course. The food was delicious but we didn’t save room for dessert, which was a bummer because the sundae looked amazing!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-11
Pros: Delicious food , Attentive staff, Upscale atmosphere
Cons: Pricey, but worth it
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Mechone
Points +44
great food! - Edit
wonderful food. If you're in the area, stop by. variety and different flavors.
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mattiek312
Points +38
One of Our Favorites in Los Angeles - Edit
One of Our Favorites in Los Angeles
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MollyArmus
Points +30
Delicious spot! - Edit
Went for lunch and had the special while my friends had the tagliatelle bolognese. All amazing! The vibe of the restaurant was also lovely. Highly recommend!
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jollieduck
Points +2267
Worth it 🍝 - Edit
Best cheese board I’ve had since going vegan! Everything here was just so good. Expensive but worth it!
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Raquel_
Points +604
Fine dinning vegan experience - Edit
I had high expectations coming into this restaurant and every dish I ate exceeded my expectations. So delicious and light on the stomach. Portion sizes are perfect. Plenty of options with a changing seasonal menu as well.
Read morePros: Fine dinning , Good Portion sizes, Unique dishes
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andreamahal
Points +182
Perfect for a celebration or date night - Edit
Easy to make reservations, friendly and efficient service. Atmosphere feels nice to dress up for. Every single thing I ordered was absolutely delicious. Rich and flavorful, so best to go with someone who can split with you or just have your appetite ready!
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mep
Points +414
Layered Flavors in Upscale Restaurant - Edit
It had been years since I had eaten at Crossroads, but I will not be making that mistake again! The service was excellent, and I need to go back to try even more of their tasty food and drinks. The two cocktails I tried were super unique and delicious (who knew sweet potato liqueur was a thing??), and the 3 plates we had were delicious. After such a great meal, the dessert selection was a bit of a let-down, but that wouldn’t stop me from returning.
Read morePros: Zucchini flower app was so good!, Complex tastes throughout the meal
Cons: Dessert was just okay
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silas1912
Points +1077
CrossRoads, Kitchen - Edit
The kelp bacon they used on their BLT was magnificent !
Read morePros: Nice , Vegan , All Vegan Food 
Huraiquire
Ooo it looks really nice. Was it on the crispy end texture wise?
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It was incredibly crispy! The flavor was magnificent.
Read moreHuraiquire
Wow! I love that. I’ve had a lot of soft v bacon, but crispy?! Ughhh a dream 🤤😍 🥓 🌱
Read moresilas1912
Well, next time you’re back in Los Angeles hit me up we’ll have some crispy kelp ! Lol
Read moreHuraiquire
I will have to take you up in that 🤨🥰
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SadieSauce
Points +61
So good we came back the next night - Edit
Without a reservation on a Saturday night we squeezed into the bar. Best Brussels sprouts I’ve ever had. An onion tart with a tomato “egg” yolk. Delicious pizza. We couldn’t resist visiting again Sunday night for the lasagna.
Read morePros: White tablecloth old school upscale
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TaraFox
Points +90
Best food in town - Edit
I always leave Crossroads feeling that I just tasted the best food! Tonight was no exception. We ordered artichoke oysters, wedge salad, truffle fettuccine, eggplant short-rib and sundae. Not one bite left on the plates. Perfection!
Read morePros: Beautiful atmosphere, Great location, Beautifully plated
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whackedspinach
Points +84
Good food, needs refinement - Edit
First I will say I really appreciated what Crossroads Kitchen was going for. The ambiance and menu was something you tend not to find in vegan restaurants, as many of them are either super casual or super fancy. This felt more like a nice Italian American bistro that you could hit up for date night but wasn’t a fine dining experience. I appreciated that.
Read moreThe food we ordered all tasted good (artichoke oysters, a pasta, a salad, and a pizza) but a lot of the hot food came out a little too cold for my tastes. Also the prices feel a little high for some of the dishes (like pizza) but I understand they may have to be to hit that ambiance mark.
Overall, I’d go back, but if they improved some of the negatives I’d head back more often!
Pros: Ambiance, Food quality and taste, Menu choices
Cons: Lukewarm food, High prices
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eatingeggplant
Points +720
menu is hit or miss - Edit
I am REALLY shocked. I wasn’t impressed overall for the price point and portion size. I also just didn’t like a few dishes. I got the sicilian pepperoni pizza deep dish, calamari, chicken and waffles, and linguini pasta with scallops. The chicken and waffles were my favorite but the portion size is a JOKE. The calamari was pretty good. It was nicely flavored. The pasta and pizza were so unsatisfying. The bread of the pizza was good but the pepperoni/cheese tasted like a cheap frozen pizza. The pasta tasted sour due to the white sauce. Vegan Alfredo sauce can sometimes have that taste. Would have preferred just buttered noodles with the scallops. However super expensive. Would probably go in just for appetizers and drinks.
Read morePros: Chicken and waffles , Appetizers
Cons: Expensive , Portion size too small , Flavor is lacking a little with some dishes
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PritamBanerjee
Points +1929
Great food - Edit
This is a place for special occasions. Great food, great service and you would love the ambience. They have some innovative cocktails as well. Definitely recommended. #Veganuary
Read moreCheetaahh
Thank you. I’m looking for a vegan restaurant to celebrate my birthday 🎂 in July. 😀
Read morePritamBanerjee
Yes, perfect place to do it 😁
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rominator
Points +413
Creative Vegan Kitchen - Edit
One of the best vegan pizzas I ever ate 😍 everything on the menu sounds delicious, which makes it hard to decide for only 2 dishes 😄 I‘ll be back! Very friendly Service!
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DeliaDanaeRawdon
Points +148
Best Brunch in Los Angeles! - Edit
Their food and atmosphere is off the charts! Loved everything I tried. Check out the link for my full review.
Read morehttps://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8bhH5gk/
Pros: Amazing food, Posh atmosphere , Nice staff
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regijane
Points +128
My Favorite Restaurant in LA - Edit
This is my fave restaurant in LA. European feel and flavors. Great ambiance, excellent food. I order the stuffed squash blossoms every time I go, and I always end my meal with the sorbet of the day. Excellent espresso too. Just all around the perfect place. I take everyone who visits LA and my friends say they dream about these meals after they leave. I’m lucky enough to live here so I go all the time. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Stuffed squash blossoms, Sorbet, All the food, and the service is lovely too
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FatmaBahri
Points +404
Succulent! - Edit
Delectable plant-based cheese, gluten free bread, and pasta!
Read moreStaff is very attentive and helpful.
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VeganLion777
Points +216
High end Vegan with unique entrees and ambiance! - Edit
I love the vibes and ambiance at this high end Hollywood Night club styled restaurant🔥 My favorite dishes are the Vegan Cheese Plate with gluten free toast and Iceburg wedge drizzled in vegan blue cheese 🧀 dressing.
Read morePros: Vegan, Ambiance , Original and unique VEGAN entrees 🤘
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AlwaysForAnimals
Points +270
You already know - Edit
It’s freakin good. Really good. The fave was definitely the carbonara. We didn’t love the lentil tempeh dish, but that’s ok! Also a tiny beware is that when they ask if you want still or sparkling, don’t say either… we thought still meant regular, but it ended up being an $8 bottle of water. Just get tap haha. But the food was dope. Can’t wait to go again.
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