Vegan
American
Macrobiotic
Juice bar
Take-out
Bakery
Catering
Est. May 2012, this is part of the Real Food Daily brand with locations in Southern California. All vegan food menu and vegan desserts. Spacious with tables as well as bar seating. Weekend brunch on Sat-Sun available. Closed indefinitely for renovations April 2024. Please update if they reopen.
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899 E Del Mar Blvd (at corner of Lake), Pasadena, California, USA, 91106
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Last update on 30 Oct 2024 by MarthaWestman
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93 Reviews
First Review by Ginita
Corinna777
Points +40
Gone downhill and closed for now - Edit
Folks, we don’t have any great vegan restaurants in Pasadena anymore. There isn’t much except for My Vegan (my new go-to) and Naughty Vegan, but I want other kinds of food too.
Read moreI used to order from this place all the time. It’s changed ownership, and the quality first of the (takeout!!) service, and then of the food started going downhill. We have given them so many chances. Either they were late, or closed, or wouldn’t answer, or forgot items. But the food was still pretty good. Then they became rude, or they were closed. So sad - this was an institution.
AnthonyHalstead
Institution is right. Their seitan dinner has been part of our family’s holiday tradition for literally 20 years. Luckily we bought the cookbook and can make our own. S’pose times change.
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Notstevie
Points +1571
Very good! - Edit
Really liked the food here and the service was great too! Hope to be back soon😄
Read moreCons: Very expensive for what it is
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lukeb13
Points +88
Gone way downhill, skip this location - Edit
Just spent $65 for two sandwiches and some potato wedges- the food was nothing I couldn’t make at home and the service was awful. Used to love this place but will never go back.
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wecarealot
Points +44
Great food, large portions - Edit
I love RFD! Lots of great options and the portions are usually quite big. I love their vegan lasagna, "crab" cakes, cheeseburger egg rolls, and most of their desserts. The only downside is that they're a little pricey.
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Barbaran
Points +54
Real food daily - Edit
They cook to order and they have everything. Main dishes, desserts, grain bowls juices. Everything is delicious #Veganuary
Read morePros: Lasagne is one of my favorite , Grain bowls are excellent , Desserts are excellent
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Kplant
Points +4563
Food is made with care - Edit
All most perfect vegan restaurant. Just eliminate the branded faux meat.
Read moreSalads. And my favorite create my own 4 item. See pics. I have been coming to RFD since 2003 in Santa Monica. Some of my favorites were removed from the menu though overall food is great and environment is good. I'll be back
Pros: Good vibes, Beautiful styled food. , Delicious
Cons: Branded product beyond
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silas1912
Points +1163
One of my favorites! - Edit
Where have you been my whole life !
Read moreALMOND TUNA MELT
RFD'S FAMOUS ALMOND (TUNA" gRILLED W/ MELTED PEPPER
SOUK GOESH BREAD TLE AIOLI & BEEFSTEAK TOMATO on sourdough bread I had it with a Greek salad. Amazing. 
Pros: Large, vegan menu, Delicious food, Great service
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in2insight
Points +613
An institution that keeps on delivering great vegan food - Edit
I've been dinning here since they open a long while back and the food, service and setting remain outstanding.
Read moreThe brunch is amazing as well.
Pros: Great food, Wonderful service
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AlwaysForAnimals
Points +270
I’m happy being here - Edit
The food is good😄I like the nachos. I’d ask for more cheese on the tuna melt next time. Cute drink. I’m really full lol
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The_Seitanist
Points +1547
Awesome food - Edit
My partner and I both had the build your own bowl, and they were amazing! HUGE servings and fresh ingredients. And the pumpkin soup is some of the best I've ever had. The cornbread is also fantastic
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Easy to find parking, Friendly staff
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yungveg17
Points +1169
Not great - Edit
We got there early for brunch/lunch before going to the Huntington. My partner wanted to try the cheeseburger egg rolls, and those may have been the best thing we had. Pretty pricey for 2 egg rolls cut in half though...
Read moreI tried the Weekender and it just wasn't that great. While I enjoyed the French toast, there was barely any tempeh bacon, and the tofu scramble was covered in this weird cheese sauce (I assumed they would use shreds and cook them in with the tofu).
My partner built her own bowl and she hardly felt like eating any of it. The Wasabi was kind of overpowering and the almond tuna wasn't what she was expecting. We probably should have asked, but still, it was pretty disappointing overall, especially with how many great vegan options there are in LA
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-25
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Aylia
Points +563
Love everything - Edit
Never had a dish here I didn’t like. Best nachos in the world. Great desserts. Even the salads are excellent.
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hypercubes
Points +578
Pretty good - Edit
A little pricey, but big portions. I got the lasagna and it was pretty good.
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annikalinde
Points +25
Excellent vegan restaurant - Edit
We really enjoyed the experience! Very pleasant environment. Spacious place with a great menu. We’ll definitely revisit whenever we’re in the area.
Read morePros: Environment , Food selection & quality , Interior design
Cons: It’s not located in Claremont CA
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marriedavegan
Points +593
So Delicious - Edit
We have been here many times but not in years until this weekend. The food was better than ever and service was great, friendly. Wide variety of food including burgers, Mexican, Asian, pizza, build a bowl but brunch and breakfast is amazing. The breakfast sandwich was tremendous, very filling. The mushroom pizza was excellent, the pesto is so fresh. The lasagna also very good. The potatoes bravas were super tasty and everyone was right to rave about the mozzarella sticks. Super gooey and melty. The cheeseburger egg rolls were a bit disappointing. The breakfast calzone was humongous but also just ok. It was better after adding hot sauce though, wish I had done that earlier. Will definitely be coming back
Read morePros: All vegan, lots of options, Something for everyone , Friendly staff
Cons: Pricey but not more than most vegan places in LA, Parking can be a problem
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dalmond
Points +34
A gem! - Edit
For it being the first time I’ve been to this restaurant, my experience was extraordinary! We first ordered an Arnold Palmer and Mozzarella Sticks with marinara sauce! Eat them as soon as they reach your table! The cashew cheese was so creamy and delicious and dipping it into the hearty marinara sauce is a must! Off to an amazing start in my opinion. Next we move on to the main dishes, my bf had the Lasagna. In his words, “ It was soooo good! The portion is generously nice. The sauce was robust and savory! The ricotta cheese in the lasagna literally melted in your mouth and the pasta with the combination of spinach was mouthwatering! The garlic bread is so fragrant and lightly toasted.“ He definitely recommends it. I, on the other hand, had the Penne Alfredo! It was so yummy! The pasta came with spinach and a very rich creamy pesto sauce. 2 slices of garlic bread. And I asked to substitute the mushrooms for breaded seitan (like breaded chicken). Together with the garlic bread is a combo to die for! My boyfriend also recommends trying a bit of both of the lasagna and the penne alfredo on a slice of garlic bread. The flavors compliment each other so well! So far so good, right? But wait there’s more! Now we head over to dessert! We were recommended a coconut chocolate fudge cake by our amazing and fabulous waiter Tyler. Let me tell you that your taste buds will thank you! The different layers compliment each other so well!! I wish I took a picture of it but I just couldn’t wait to eat it. Overall this restaurant is a must for everyone. My bf who isn’t vegan loved everything! 10/10!!!
Read morePros: Lots of yummy vegan food options and desserts , Friendly staff , Lots of indoor and outdoor seating
Cons: It is a bit pricey but I think it’s worth it
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ADiGiovanni
Points +18
AMAZING 😍😍😍 - Edit
I got the Alfredo Penne and omg it was amazing! Took my entire non veg family there and everyone was so impressed!!
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josmt46601
Points +198
Excellent! Fantastic! ( and CJ our server was very good and helpful) - Edit
Everything about our experience there was great. I’ve been vegan for decades and this is one the best vegan restaurants I’ve been to worldwide.
Read morePros: Menu is incredible , Service , Atmosphere
Cons: Nothing , Nothing , Nothing
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VeganCookieLover
Points +3125
good food, prices not so good - Edit
UPDATE: I changed my review from two stars to four because the service and food have been fantastic when I recently dined at Real Food Daily. My non-vegan family and I really enjoyed celebrating Thanksgiving here. The server was kind, professional and attentive. The Thanksgiving teaser plate was delicious. I’ll be back.
Read moreThe lasagna, club sandwich and build your own bowl have long been favorites. The fauxstess cupcake is also a wonderful dessert. Prices have gone up and service has gone down since the new management. We, and other customers, recently had to send back our nachos because they were so overcooked or stale you couldn't chew the chips. I hope they bring back the old RFD.
Updated from previous review on 2018-11-19
Pros: creative dishes , happy hour, location
Cons: prices
Kplant
I felt the same thing last time I was there. Looking for something different in Pasadena.
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mmquinla
Points +80
Good happy hour deal - Edit
A little pricey but some dishes are worth it - lasagna and vegan burger are amazing. Buffalo chicken wrap also really good.
Read moreHappy hour is (I think) 3-6 with good deals
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veganSince2001
Points +86
Pricey but good and healthy - Edit
The pizzas and salads seem like the best deal. Some of the dishes are too expensive to eat regularly but you wish you could.
Read moreEverything I’ve tried is good.
Free 90 min parking in the back lot.
Way better than the Veggie Grill near by. Maybe a little cheaper than going to Sage plant bistro in Old Town Pasadena.
Pros: Feel good after eating, Convenient Parking, Diversity of options
Cons: Pricey
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JAPP
Points +48
Slow overpriced - Edit
4 people in the restaurant, Sunday afternoon and the wait for a sandwich was 30 minutes.
Read morePros: Vegan, Cute inside , Sweet potato fries
Cons: 1.50 for dip sauce, Hard bread on sandwich, Parking
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Torso
Points +231
So good. - Edit
Located around the corner from a huge parking lot, which is a serious bonus. Add to that outdoor seating that’s in an alcove. So, you’re outside, but you’re not roasting in the sun and you’ve got the perfect lunch spot.
Read moreIt’s a little on the pricer side, upscale is what I think they call it. But the food is really good and they don’t skimp on portions.
Everything is vegan, so no worries about mistakes or cross contamination, which is a HUGE plus.
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OMADman
Points +921
Good food, ample portions - Edit
The Real Food Salad is excellent with ample portions. Roasted Buffalo Cauliflower is spicy good. Nice atmosphere. Service lacking at times, for example, our tiny water glasses weren’t refilled the entire meal. You will leave full and satiated.
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ronitw
Points +755
And Great ThanksGiving Food, Too! - Edit
We have been to this location a few times, it's the most convenient of Real Food Daily's locations and parking is easy and free or cheap, depending on time of day.
Read moreI had the Thanksgiving Sampler and it is fantastic. Glad to go there this time of year. At other times I sampled more of the menu and everything is always great.
4/21/2022 This restaurant is still great! I loved my breakfast pizza, my companions enjoyed Adaline's Burrito Plate. We loved the Buffalo Cauliflower we shared as a starter. Beer and wine were good. We will be back!
Updated from previous review on 2013-11-28
Pros: Great food, Great service
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theevword
Points +698
I love RFD - Edit
You should definitely try RFD. The food is great! My favorite is the Mediterranean salad & the breakfast pizza. Also do not sleep on the waffles or you are messing up. If you want to eat super healthy you can but if you want to eat a lot of cheesy stuff you can do that too which is great. It wasn’t too fancy smancy on the inside but was still a very nice atmosphere which made me feel at home lol
Read morePros: All vegan baby!, A lot of healthy options, Price is fair for what you get
Cons: They didn’t bring me silverware after I asked , & didn’t bring a spoon to mix oat milk , But it’s all goooood
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Kirsses
Points +817
I Daydream About Their Nachos - Edit
Cool location and great service. Highly recommended their nachos and their breakfast sandwich. This place is my go-to whenever I’m in Pasadena.
Read moreCons: on the expensive side
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