Closing - last day will be March 31, 2024 for Easter Brunch. Vegan restaurant and bar est. 2019. Serves brunch, lunch, pastries, drinks, and dinner. Example of dishes include benedict, farro & quinoa bowl, falafel burger, avocado crispy rice, almond blueberry waffles, vegetable pot pie, and chocolate lava cake. Patio area is covered by a large tree. Reported closed April 2024.
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8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, California, USA, 90048
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 12 Apr 2024 by Eidolon
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Added by Binkspie on 18 Jun 2019
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74 Reviews
First Review by Binkspie
CharlesDugan
Points +83
Sad that it is closing! - Edit
I have been curious about this place for a while. As I have only recently been able to get to LA restaurants after the lockdown madness, I tend to go to All You Can Eat Buffets (my favorite restaurant style). However, when I read about Nic's closing at the end of this month, I decided to be sure to get there on my last trip to LA.
Read moreIt was well worth it - the food was very good. My friend and I shared the Lion’s Mane Asada pizza, the Southern Style Fried Oyster Mushrooms, and a bowl of soup. In Santa Barbara (where I live) the cost would have been similar, but the serving sizes would have been smaller and we would have left hungry. At Nic's we left full and took home some leftovers. Additionally, the food at Nic's was more creative and would have been harder to make at home than the simpler dishes available at the high cost SB restaurants.
The Pizza was very good and worth the high price. The soup was also a very good creamed cauliflower soup. The mushroom dish was not what I expected. I thought that the potatoes, mushrooms, and greens would be mixed together. Instead, the mushrooms were batter fried and the collard greens and mashed potatoes were served on the side. Everything tasted great (the dashi collard greens were simple, but very good). The mushrooms tasted great, but I would have preferred them if they were not fried - as I prefer to avoid fried foods.
I really wish that I could return to try some of their other menu items. I told our server that they should reopen in Santa Barbara to provide some life to the (disappointing) SB vegan restaurant scene.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-31
Pros: Great food, Good portion sizes, Friendly Staff
Cons: It's closing!, Not in Santa Barbara
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Vegantrvlr
Points +400
Excellent! - Edit
Super yummy roasted tofu entree
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alysmsmith
Points +229
Delicious food and great ambience - Edit
Tried Nic’s on a recent visit to the Hollywood area and had an enjoyable meal! Everything we had was great - bang bang broccoli (great flavors and textures), bianco pizza (hello, truffle vinaigrette!!), and orecchiette (perfect handmade pasta that was creamy and the mushrooms were to die for). Ambience was delightful as well!
Read morePros: Amazing food, Great ambience
Cons: Pricey
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PritamBanerjee
Points +2051
One of the nicest upscale vegan place - Edit
As I said it is one of the nicest upscale vegan places. You cannot go wrong with any food or drinks here. Love to hangout at this place always. They keep changing there menu which keeps this place interesting to visit.
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VeganLens
Points +1342
Beautiful Upscale Restaurant - Edit
This was our last stop before LAX and our 11:45 pm flight! Nic's is definitely a more upscale vegan restaurant with the most beautiful seating. It was such a beautiful night, and this is the perfect spot. If I lived in LA, I would love to be taken here for a date night. We didn't have a lot of time at all, so we tried these delicious avocado tacos. They were simple, but the fried avocado was heavenly, and the vegan aioli was so flavorful. These mini tacos were around $30, which is very expensive, but you're paying for the location, too.
Read morePros: Ambiance
Cons: Price
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happycowkiki
Points +274
The best vegan restaurant - Edit
Highest quality food. Beautiful environment to eat in.
Read morePros: Taste, Environment , Quality
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sagarak
Points +584
Excellent flavors & bar - Edit
Super tasty restaurant with large portions! The drinks at the bar are delicious too. So many options! I highly recommend the risotto & the banana split. The avocado fried rice appetizer was just okay. Outdoor seating. Parking lot behind is cash only. Street parking isn’t too hard.
Read morePros: Large portions, Delicious, Nice atmosphere
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LEGirard
Points +172
Fantastic Upscale Vegan in West Hollywood - Edit
My wife and family have eaten at Nic’s many times now. It has become our other favorite upscale vegan restaurant in West Hollywood. The portions of the menu change seasonally, and the dishes our what you would expect from a top notch chef. Services and ambiance are amazing too! Competes with Crossroads kitchen.
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Eidolon
Points +408
One of my LA Faves - Edit
I love Nic’s so much. The best vegan pizza I’ve have ever had. The mushroom sandwich is fantastic the mushroom steak is mouthwatering. I wish they would bring their chocolate mousse back.
Read morePros: Beautiful restaurant , Amazing food, Parking
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lulutmlnsn
Points +243
oh. my. goodness. - Edit
this spot is so relaxing and v ambient. staff were very kind. we started w the lettuce cups as an appetiser and they were delicious. we moved tables away from the door bcs it was a little chilly and our waitress was very helpful despite it being almost full. i got the bolognese and was in shock. easily the best pasta ive ever had in my entire life. totally confused my mother who loved bolognese before going vegan. she told me it tasted better than bolognese w meat. we were totally stuffed after and jet lagged as well so we werent feeling dessert lol. next time i come to la !
Read morePros: delicious, variety of options, beautiful restaurant w nice staff
Cons: little bit chilly
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NiaBeckwith
Points +40
An LA staple - Edit
Great pizza and ambience. One of my favorite LA Vegan restaurants.
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FatmaBahri
Points +406
Great Atmosphere & Brunch - Edit
The outdoor seating is very pleasant! There are trees and plants all around - gorgeous.
Read moreBrunch menu is very varied and staff is very polite.
Updated from previous review on 2023-12-23
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Badinia
Points +67
A beautiful patio and amazing food - Edit
This is a truly delightful place- I had the chicken fried oyster mushrooms and waffles, every bite was crispy and delicious- my friend had a Caesar salad and said it was amazing. Really recommend for any LA vegans
Read morePros: Food is REALLY good , Brunch options a-plenty , Beautiful date spot or girl’s outing
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alloverthistown
Points +32
Wow - Edit
Legitimately one of the best vegan restaurants I’ve ever eaten at. Worth every penny. Great service, great ambiance. Recommend to anyone who wants to eat a NICE meal.
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EdenTsubery
Points +560
Delicious - Edit
Everything was delicious, great atmosphere
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Babyfreud
Points +266
Delicious Dining - Edit
Nic’s on Beverly has an amazing outdoor space with a large tree shading the patio. The indoor dining area is chic as well. We tried a delicious breakfast bowl with farro chorizo and an insanely delicious fried mushroom sandwich. The Bloody Mary was incredible with everything bagel seasoning salting the rim. We will definitely be back next time we are in LA!
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bfeitosa
Points +5199
Pricey, but definitely worth it! - Edit
Beautiful ambiance, perfect for a date or celebration. The lion's mane rib eye probably grills for hours, because it tastes and feels just like a piece of meat, maybe better, since there's no fat chunks to discard - and no suffering of course. Great pizza as well, and even the chicken add-on tasted amazing. My husband also loved the lime cheesecake, and I think they gave it a good twist as well. Yes, everything seemed a bit overpriced to me, even for the most elaborate dishes, but I don't regret it one bit.
Read morePros: Tasty, Creative, beautiful space, Large variety
Cons: Pricey
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JigglyJackfruit
Points +111
Disgusting and overpriced - Edit
Such a shame. Nice aesthetic inside, but the food is overpriced, lacks flavor, proper technique on tempura batter, flavor and execution on the lion’s mane steak, overs salting items. Additionally, our waitress had zero personality and offered little help on recommending dishes or answering associated questions. I would give this establishment a 1 star if I could. There was also someone passed out sleeping on the grass in front of the restaurant.
Read morePros: Aesthetic and decor
Cons: Everything was terrible, Not worth anyone’s time, How are they still open
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AbiK
Points +112
Excellent Food - Edit
Wow, I’ve been to many vegan restaurants, and many serve simply average food. That is not the case here, it was such a treat to have such well-made and delicious food. I had the bbq chicken pizza and my husband had the original pizza, and we shared a side of fries. Everything was mind-blowing, down to the side of ranch with the pizza. This place will be a must-stop for us anytime we are in LA.
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SteveH
Points +18319
very good food, fantastic service - Edit
Had the mushroom burger (excellent) and the morning sandwich (good). Food was definetly very good overall but the service was excellent.
Read morePros: Food , service
Cons: expensive, but so is the area
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JimmyP3000
Points +306
My favorite - Edit
Nic’s has been one of my all time favorite restaurants for years now. It was love at first bite. Great atmosphere and even better food! Get the “lamb” bolognese and prepare to be mind blown.
Read morePros: Staff, Food, Atmosphere
Cons: Almost closed!
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vagovegano
Points +5407
Top notch… - Edit
I went here for breakfast and had “The Waffler Sandwich” which had JUST Egg, American cheese, tempeh bacon and jalapeño aioli in between two waffles. It was absolutely delicious. The restaurant has nice ambience and the service was pretty good. A bit pricey, but worth it if you’re looking for the full dining experience.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Great ambience , Good service
Cons: Pricey, Parking difficult, unless you’re ok with paying
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CoreyThePlant
Points +102
Amazing vibe amazing food - Edit
Just had the bolognese for the first time and wow 🤯… also love the seared tofu. People rave about the deep dish - it’s good but they could source a better cheese IMO. But honestly that nitpicking bc this place is among the best!!
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MatthewGoderre
Points +210
High End, High Priced, Yummy Vegan Food - Edit
I had brunch here, the inside is spacious and they have a large outdoor area. The breakfast options all look appetizing. I had the Benedict and the sauce was perfect, I ate the entire thing without issue. I also got the sausage patties on the side which were yummy. Biggest draw back is that it's VERY pricey.
Read morePros: High quality food, Nice ambiance
Cons: Very high prices
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eatingeggplant
Points +720
what a shame… overrated and overpriced - Edit
I got the crispy mushroom sandwich to go for $24 and I was unimpressed. The oyster mushroom was too thick, so it lacked overall seasoning for the patty. Oyster mushroom sandwiches usually taste better when the mushrooms are broken apart; they become crispier and you can taste the juicy flavors better after you fry it. Unfortunately, it was slightly chewy. What a shame. There also wasn’t enough spicy ranch sauce on the burger. It wasn’t spicy. Eh. Probably wouldn’t go back. I’ve tried better vegan sandwiches for 14 bucks.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-05-23
Pros: Lots of vegan options
Cons: No flavor , Expensive , Overrated
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JimBoulter
Points +342
Very rich vegan food - Edit
Super great food, but be prepared for heavy, rich food. The Bianca pizza was insanely good, highly recommend. The pizza is like Focaccia bread with pizza toppings. Fantastic outdoor patio.
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moberg
Points +182
Outstanding food, service and ambiance - Edit
Hands down I’d eat at Nic’s over Crossroads anyday. The food is down to earth but expertly made. Tons of flavour and personal service. We went three times while we were here.
Read moreThe prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered and it was easy to find street parking close by. Not sure why many are complaining about the price. Crossroads by comparison is high end and much pricier as dishes are small and you need 2-3 per person. Crossroads is chaotic, loud and less personal but is of course delicious as well.
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-02
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