Vegan
American
Fast food
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Fusion
Small chain of vegan restaurants originating from Southern California. Offers a menu of sandwiches, veggie burgers, bowls, salads, and others. Order at the counter and food is brought to your table. This one est. 2014. Reported closed, June '23.
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5604 Balboa Ave Ste 107, San Diego, California, USA, 92111
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 29 Jun 2023 by LorraineGadsden
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52 Reviews
First Review by reflecte
StephanieL14
Points +109
Can't Live Without! - Edit
I cannot live without Native Foods! I eat here several times a month - I just wish it were closer to my apartment! The food is always amazing and I love that they vary the menu a bit. Staff is friendly and service is usually quick. Everything I've ever tried has been delicious (wraps, burgers, sandwiches) and the beverages are great too. Pro tip: try mixing the lavender lemonade and blueberry hibiscus iced tea. Yum! They do have a couple of beer and wine offerings too. I recommend using the Native Foods app -- a great rewards program.
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Hodzic_fam
Points +1800
Fantastic food with friendly staff - Edit
My experience at this restaurant was great. The food was delicious and the restaurant was nice and clean. The staff are extremely friendly and the service was pretty quick. The food was definitely high quality. I highly recommend the California burrito or jalapeño pretzel burger. We will be back
Read morePros: Good portions, Fair price , Big parking lot
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verenadakota
Points +197
One of my favorite places - Edit
Amazing food and desserts
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Megsicle
Points +330
Wow - Edit
Huge portions and bomb vegan food!
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Big_boi3000
Points +20
Very great place and fun environment! - Edit
Always a pleasure. Friendly people and great customer service!
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VegManda
Points +473
Left something to be desired - Edit
We are big fans of Native Foods and have been to multiple locations throughout California. This one let us down. The menu seemed to be void of options that we are used to. We got the Ruben and The Chicken Bacon AvoClub. My Ruben had a spoiled flavor which I figured out was the pickles. The cashew cheese was super gritty too. My husband's chicken sandwich had super hard avocado on it and he also had a gritty ingredient that he couldn't identify. We always choose Native Foods while on vacation, but I don't think we will be returning to this location.
Read morePros: 100% Vegan, Desserts are delicious!
Cons: Low quality food, Small menu, Lacking in flavor
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ferdiekho
Points +98
Sooo good! - Edit
Their food is on point.
Read morePros: Delicious vegan foods , Parking , Clean restaurant and friendly staff
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elleryno
Points +121
So happy I exist in the world when and where this place exists - Edit
Couldn’t decide what I wanted so I got a ton of stuff and it was all incredible. Pretty much inhaled it. Jalapeño popper burger is my new favorite burger and my non vegan boyfriend says it’s the best he’s had. Sweet potato fries are amazing, but mac and cheese isn’t the best (still good, but go for the fries). If you’re thinking about going to Blaze Pizza next door, change your mind and go here (sorry Blaze, I love you, but Native foods wins this round).
Read morePros: Totally vegan menu, Good prices, Amazing burgers
Cons: R.I.P your diet
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MaryDenholm
Points +329
Healthy options too! - Edit
This place is great! It’s a lot of fast food, like burgers, fries, chick’n sandwiches, but they also have healthier options. I have fallen in love with their kale macro bowl - it’s brown rice, tons of kale, tempeh, sauerkraut and tahini. It is quick service and good flavors. More of a casual eatery but great for lunch.
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Llamalover2580
Points +241
If you like beef this is Nacho place - Edit
Totes vegan. Yeaaaa. Got the Nacho fries. Delish. Been here b4 all goooood.
Read moreAnd they bump the best tunez.
Pros: Occupancy load 113, Wall artwork
Cons: Cookies wrapped in plastic , To-go food all plastic
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KellyBone
Points +2827
A Double Burger Like No Other - Edit
In a world smitten with impossible and beyond burgers, Native Foods hops the already weary trended with their housemade seitan patty. Stacked on the Jalapeño and Double burgers, the patties dribble with melting vegan cheese.
Read moreThe Buffalo Wings are as good as ever and the once special Chicken and Waffles now hold a permanent spot on the menu.
Pros: Friendly Service , Large Parking Lot
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MichaelaConley
Points +30
So little time, so darn good - Edit
This week we’ve been to Native foods twice. We both had the vegan Reuben it was beyond good. Today I had the orange cauliflower, Joe had the chicken and waffles. All vegan all spectacular
Read morePros: So darn good
Cons: Need more locations
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thrillracerESQ
Points +68
Awesome Vegan Freebies - Edit
Download the Native Foods App to get a $5 freebie (good for 2 weeks from the date you sign up.) Use my code JillBalla3501 or click on https://engagement.punchh.com/b/647 to earn extra points. After you redeem your reward you have hours to scan it, but do a screenshot or write down the redemption code if you are afraid of losing your QR code before you get to the register. (However, the last time I was there the cashier said she didn't know how to enter the redemption code even though the e-mail I received said I could either provide the redemption code to the cashier or scan the QR code.)
Read moreThe webpage doesn't say if they still give out a $10 birthday freebie, but check the app before your birthday just to see!
Pros: Freebies from the Native Foods App!, Totally Vegan!, Vegan Desserts!
Cons: Motorists idle in the parking lot!, Saw a customer waste food sample at counter!, Cashier didn't know how to enter code
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yetinuts
Points +20
perfect food choices for a vegan - Edit
Many choices pf delicious food to choose from. Easy, fast and priced right.
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FirelordMary
Points +28
Amazing - Edit
I’ve been coming to this restaraunt once or twice a month for about a year for my Mac n’ cheeze fix, and it is by far my favorite Mac. I’ve tried other macs like Dayia, and Veggie grill, and l didn’t like those ones. I’ve been so distracted by the Mac that l haven’t really tried anything else on the menu other than Nachos, which l also really enjoyed. Every time l go l order two Mac n cheeze’s (they are kids portions) and a brownie (which is outstanding). It is a little pricey, but I️ don’t mind.
Read morePros: Delicious, Kind staff
Cons: None
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Nikki5239
Points +180
luv this cafe!! - Edit
I love this cafe and there amazing dishes. I started eating here before I went Vegan and now have a greater appreciation for the unique dishes and food they have on he menu. One of my favorite spots.
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GrinLaughPlay
Points +24
fantastic food! - Edit
fantastic food choices! great rewards program too!!
Read morePros: ALL vegan options. too many to list. all delicious
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merimac
Points +160
worth revisiting - Edit
I took off six months because this place was going downhill. Staff Koral seemed poor and it was dirty every time I came in. I’m happy to say new management has really turned it around. Clean attentive happy. And a new creative menu. I had the chicken & waffles. Delicious and filling!
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TinaMichelleHacker
Points +22
First time here - Edit
I got the Ruben and it was pretty good. Can’t wait to try another menu item next time I go. Liked that it was nearby work and I had my sandwich within five mins. I got there after the lunch rush so it wasn’t too busy
Read morePros: fast service
Cons: none
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erosa
Points +55
Pretty good - Edit
First time here. Confusing not to have he menu on the wall above the register. The cashier seemed a little impatient when trying to order. I got a chicken sandwich on ciabatta bread. The kids loved it. We also got the nachos, but they wouldn't eat it. It was a little weird. Drowned in a taco sauce, and had two scoops of some gritty substance. The seasoned fries we ordered were also soggy. The drinks were handmade teas, but flavorless. Seriously tasted like water. Maybe I needed to try different things on the menu, but messing up fries and juice is pretty lame.
Read morePros: Decent prices, Wide menu
Cons: No normal drinks, Soggy fries , Weird flavor combos
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Dai4Hay
Points +86
Pseudo healthy but so good - Edit
Their potato salad and coleslaw is amazing (if a good prep cook is working). I also really enjoy their bean burger as it tastes unlike any other vegan burger in the area, its delicious.
Read moreHave been here several times and the food is good but had issues too randomly.. I NEVER return food but did at this establishment as the food was disgusting one night.. Got a full refund and was offered a free desert which i declined, but was nice of them to offer.
Updated from previous review on 2017-05-27
Pros: burgers, friendly staff, some GF options
Cons: few GF options, unreliable prep/cooks, not very healthy
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JasmineLove
Points +23
my first and favorite vegan spot - Edit
I love the burgers and the chicken sandwiches. you get all the flavor without the yucky feeling you usually get from fast food.
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veganzinga
Points +113
Saved My Thanksgiving - Edit
This place saved my Thanksgiving! I spent the holiday with family in San Diego and bought Native Foods' vegan wellington as my entree. It was amazing! It's a seasonal thing so don't look for it on the menu, but I ended up eating there for the rest of my stay. Their sandwiches are delicious. Even my omni family members agreed. Not the healthiest place in the world, but definitely tasty.
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sagaariana
Points +68
I love Native Foods - Edit
Native Foods has tons of yummy dishes both sandwiches and bowls. The options represent a wide variety of flavors and ethnic origins. I have enjoyed every dish I've tried, some are kinda spicy though so I don't go for those usually cause I'm a wimp. Their sweet potato fries are fantastic. Their drinks are delicious and their desserts don't make me miss dairy at all they are so good. I would eat here every day if I could and I'd be happy.
Read morePros: Amazing vegan food, Amazing vegan desserts, Big variety of options
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reflecte
Points +33
Refreshing - Edit
The food here is unique and refreshing, with everything vegan. I bought a pesto pasta salad special and my friend, the Twister Wrap and I have to say--both were great. I am a fan of their "Native Chicken" which was flavorful but nto overwhelming. Their drinks are unlimited refills (hot drinks also!) and there was this nice, casual, and open vibe. I definitely recommend Native Foods and will visit again!
Read morePros: Good Value, Friendly Staff, Delicious Food
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