Cocktail bar and restaurant that serves snacks and vegan cheese boards, savory plates, and weekend brunch. Example of food include jackfruit sandwich, french toast, tofu benedict, tacos, and curried fries. Beverages include mocktails, kombucha on tap, craft beer handles, cold brew coffee, and tea. Decor is French gothic inspired with skulls, demon wolf mascot, bare-chested shock rocker art. Plays psychedelic metal on the sound system. Large interior. Est. 2015. Call or walk-in for take-out. No reservations taken for dine-in. Open Mon-Wed 4:30pm-10:00pm, Thu 4:30pm-11:00pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm-1:00am, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm, Sun 10:00am-12:00am. Kitchen stops 1hr before closing time.
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1503 30th St (at South Park District), San Diego, California, USA, 92102
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Last update on 22 Jul 2024 by Pilot.lj
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187 Reviews
First Review by Mike Weinberg
wrichter00
Points +66
Foodie Restaurant Impersonating as a Bar - Edit
My first visit to KINDRED Bar and restaurant exceeded expectations. For brunch I enjoyed a delicious sandwich called, The Golden Ark. This sausage, egg and neon cheese on a freshly baked bread is the best breakfast sandwich that I have ever had. It was flavorful with just the right amount of spice (probably the aioli sauce). I would have never thought of adding pickles to a breakfast sandwich but it really helped. Vegans and non-vegans alike would be impressed.
Read moreThe cannoli is a crispy, tasty shell with a delicate cream filling that was not overpowered by sugar. The best I’ve ever tasted.
I highly recommend this place as a bar or a restaurant. No wonder they were San Diego Magazine’s restaurant of the year. #Veganuary
Pros: The Golden Ark, Cannoli
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FlopStar
Points +300
Creative and cool - Edit
Decor and staff were awesome, but the food is still the star. Options you just don't see anywhere else. NOTE: popular date spot with cute 2-top tables but DO NOT SIT THERE ALONE as you will feel like a 3rd wheel since they are so close together. Chose the bar.
Read morePros: Special 'egg roll' burger was extra tasty, Homemade seitan onna stick
Cons: 2 top seats are not good for single dinners
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Thetansinator
Points +60
Never disappoints - Edit
This is the second time I’ve visited this spot in the past two years and it never disappoints. The atmosphere, the food, the drinks! The music and the black bathrooms! I had the chimichurri kebabs and carbonara - absolutely banging!
Read morePros: The atmosphere, Food and cocktails delicious, Reasonably priced for the quality
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AnitaDollar
Points +4081
Perfect vibes, long wait - Edit
I absolutely adore the staff here, the wait was a bit long however. If you're coming for a chill brunch it shouldn't matter, unfortunately we had somewhere to be.
Read moreThe food is yummy and creative, albeit a bit more on the pricier side. For the congee I was hoping for more toppings.
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Jgrey_w_an_e
Points +214
Ohhhh, that grilled cheese! - Edit
Appetizers, drinks, sandwiches, and desserts were all delicious. The best grilled cheese I’ve eaten… ever.
Read morePros: Decor and music, Seating: tables, bar, booths, open air bldg, Excellent service
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mOscar2u
Points +1182
Brief stop before RPL book signing - Edit
In San Diego for Nisha Vora’s book signing of her new cookbook, “Big Vegan Flavor”.
Read moreStopped in at Kindred based on a neighborhood recommendation of Nisha.
Unique place…in a good way.
Mark and I settled on a dish called “Warlock”.
Drink: “Hidden Wheel”
Just yum!😋
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-06
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Spoon stretch
Points +51
A San Diego Must - Edit
Kindred’s food, atmosphere, and vibe are awesome! I go every time that I visit SD. They regularly change their menu. It’s always tasty but I do miss some of my favorites.
Read morePros: Choice of dishes, Super friendly staff , Relaxed feeling while eating
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seal
Points +880
very tasty - Edit
The portions aren't huge, but what you do get tastes very good. I enjoyed the metal music and decor as well.
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BrianEnglish
Points +30
Amazing - Edit
Good mock-tails. Excellent skewers. First time I’ve had Yuba in a restaurant and loved it.
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JoeKratz
Points +142
Skewers are insane 🤤 - Edit
The best vegan spot in SD without a doubt
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mountainjammer10
Points +40
Closes Earlier than Advertised - Edit
I arrived at 9:30 pm but they told me the kitchen was closed, hours said until 10pm. Bartender didn't seem to care and wasn't apologetic, and the whole kitchen crew was drinking beers at the bar.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-05
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Catbutler
Points +105
Fabulous atmosphere, delicious food - Edit
Very cool decor and layout, beautiful marble table surfaces, tiled floor, semi-open-air seating. Friendly staff, amazing tasty fresh food
Read morePros: Atmosphere , Service, Food
Cons: N/A, N/A, N/A
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babidi
Points +2900
Very good - Edit
Interesting menu and just a cool place overall. We were two and ordered some dishes to share. Everything was delicious. The portions are on the smaller side, so you can easily order more than one dish per person.
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HaikuReview
Points +840
Haiku Review - Edit
Dark, eerie, and cool
Read moreWorth the ride from comic con
Great food and cocktails
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Pilot.lj
Points +1427
Brunch! - Edit
Looove this spot. The theme is adorable and morbid. Loved my brunch and felt for a vegan spot, prices were pretty good.
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UnaVainaVegan
Points +69
AMAZING! - Edit
The place looks great and our waitress always had a smile on her face. Had the best tofu scramble I've had at a restaurant 😉
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-20
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Needles250
Points +47
Great Food Experience - Edit
Everything in the restaurant was unique-from the menu to the bill being presented in a cool book. Wife had the warlock which was very scrumptious. My sone and I had the pancakes which had whip cream, bananas, and a few other things making it very unique. Absolutely loved it and would go back for sure!
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KerrieJoyce
Points +26
amazing late night vegan spot - Edit
the kefta and yuba skewers were amazing, as were the cocktails!! charred remains were an awesome way to get some greens in and the brown butter cookies with cereal milk were immaculate. Its usually hard to find vegan options late at night at all so this was above and beyond!
Read morePros: Late night menu
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jennp80
Points +163
Great trendy vegan spot - Edit
Everything we ordered was great! Definitely recommend the mushroom appetizer
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SeanBerger
Points +1244
Lives up to the hype! - Edit
The whole menu was unique and fun and the only problem was deciding what to choose! The skewers had a great texture and sauce, the burger had a unique crunch and the toasted cheese was 10/10. The cheesecake was not quite as good as the rest of the meal but still very delicious.
Read morePros: So many unique options, Great service, Nice location
Cons: Music was just a little too loud
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mohanaholloway
Points +1192
good food and vibes - Edit
the food at kindred was good. perhaps a bit overrated, however the vibe inside is neat. and the menu is quite innovative! loved the grilled cheese having kale and apples in it.
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hazelanne
Points +147
Get the charred remains and the carrots! - Edit
Delicious plant heavy vegan food- not just fake meat substitutes. We loved everything we had. Order all of the apps!
Read morePros: Selection, Atmosphere, Appetizers
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avocadosandadventures
Points +424
Fun restaurant! - Edit
The food was yummy and the atmosphere was fun! It was a little loud for a sit down dinner. The service was great and there was a wide option of food and drinks.
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HappyVeganTravelers
Points +204
Wonderfully Unique Tasty Food - Edit
Oh my gosh, this place is great! The service was really good, the ambiance is great, but the food is absolutely the star! We got skewers and fried mushrooms. It was a mix of lots of different mushrooms, not just white button. For entrees, we got the egg roll burger and the sourdough cheese sandwich with a burger patty on it and a side of tomato soup. I wasn't sure about the egg roll burger, but it was wonderful. There is a hint of sesame oil, which made me audibly yummm. The cheese sandwich had apples on it, and they added just a small hint of sweetness. It tasted like a really great patty melt. The tomato soup was so rich and creamy. It was hands down the best tomato soup I've had. This place is so creative with their dishes. When we make it out to San Diego again, we'll be back to Kindred for sure.
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ToeKneeOni
Points +313
100% Vegan and delicious - Edit
Fantastic from start to finish. Lots of unique flavors and high quality. The entire menu is vegan. The mixed drinks are beautiful and unique. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: Unique ingredients, High quality
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PritamBanerjee
Points +2051
Great food and ambience - Edit
The food here is awesome. They have some really innovative cocktails. They have patio sitting available and dogs are allowed in the patio.
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maryjaneville
Points +32
Spectacular food - Edit
The eggroll burger was amazing and my daughter said that the cold brew is the best she’s ever had! 
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