Vegan
American
Macrobiotic
Organic
Fast food
Juice bar
Take-out
Quick service vegan cafe near the Venice Beach boardwalk. Offers a varied menu with paninis and burgers, bowls and salads, fries, and vegan baked goods such as cookies and scones (on the weekends). Beverages include green teas, organic coffee, fresh pressed juices. All food is served in biodegradable disposable ware. LAST DAY OF BIZ WAS SEP 23, 2016.
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1604 Pacific Ave (at Windward), Venice, California, USA, 90291
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- Outdoor seating
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Added by eric on 30 Oct 2008
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43 Reviews
First Review by The Veggie Cook
ArtVB
Points +332
Creative fast food for vegans - Edit
Creative fast food for vegans. The macrobiotic menu options are diverse and carefully cooked. My favorites are the red curry, the southwestern burger and the Mango Tango. Overall, it is a little pricy for a place where you have to eat with plastic silverware (although environmentally sustainable) but I guess some of the food ingredients they use are expensive. The big criticism is the lack of a restroom for customers. You'll need to use the one of a bar nearby.
Read morePros: Food , location
Cons: Lacks a restroom for customers
Guest
Hungwy
Points +274
great - Edit
Consistently good food. Consistently helpful.
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eric
Points +20642
Venice Beach Vegan Eats - Edit
I have been going to Seed since they opened and almost always have been pleased with the food. I usually get the paninis and burgers, though the bowls are yummy, too (especially the macro bowl).
Read moreAs with most restaurants, it's best when the owner and chef Eric is around, but overall, quality has been consistent.
They used to have soft serve but don't offer that anymore due to lack of demand-- sad cause it was awesome.
Eric is known for his amazing vegan desserts, so be sure to try them.
Pros: Location, Great food, Chef Eric
Cons: No toilet
Guest
horseleach
Points +150
Good Food - Edit
Nice little place within walking distance of the boardwalk. Took the whole family and everyone enjoyed their meal. We ordered 6 different items and all was good.
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EemaGila
Points +108
Healthy and Vegan - Edit
so many options that don't have sugar, oil or salt. when I eat here, I feel that I have done something good for my body.
Read morePros: healthy, good value, tasty
Cons: challenging parking, no restroom, uncomfortable seating
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Chia
Points +3635
Quality vegan food in Venice - Edit
Visitors to Venice Beach have a real choice for good veggie grub. Years ago when it first opened its doors I had read about Seed Kitchen on HappyCow. Over the years I've eaten here countless times. Was just here again February 2016, and here's my Seed Kitchen review update.
Read moreThe menu features a variety of meals - different kinds of tacos, salads, burgers, panini, and brunch food like a breakfast burrito, There's also a small specials board, plus the kitchen has a juice press machine, so you can get a green juice.
The owner and chef extraordinaire, Eric, also is making both sweet as well as savory scones on the weekends (which are delicious).
I especially like the hot miso ramen, the BBQ tempeh burger, the Seed chop chop salad, the tomato basil panini, and the regular fries. And I always get Eric's scones and the cookies. They taste healthier without comprising the flavor or satisfaction factor.
Sometimes my friends and I sit inside, sometimes we sit outside with the dog people (it's dog-friendly here). The food comes out very quickly and the people are friendly. Definitely eat Seed Kitchen when in Venice Beach.
Pros: friendly & quick, tacos & panini, healthy baked goods
Guest
Kiwi Watson
Points +63
My go-to when in Venice - Edit
I have visited this place a few times due to its proximity to the boardwalk and of course, the fact that it is a vegan restaurant. Each time, I have ordered the seitan steak burger with bleu cheese. This particular menu item is quite delicious which may explain why I have not much ordered other items on the menu despite my repeated visits. It is savory, tangy and the bleu cheese brings it all together. I can say I have eaten of this menu item enough and at different times, to note inconsistencies. There was a time when the dijon mustard was overwhelming to the point that I could feel my sinuses pulsating. Perhaps too generous on that swipe of dijon, ay. Within my most recent visit, however, I threw in a Beet Frappe (raw juice). Which was good but nothing about it really stands out. It is simply a nice healthy drink. At one point, an omnivore friend of mine ordered the BBQ burger which was quickly devoured, thanks to my friends' deep affinity for good BBQ sauce. I was allowed a taste of it, and have to admit, it was very good. They know how to treat their sweet potato fries. Thats an A plus as well. I'd like to try some other menu items during future visits.
Read morePros: Something different, Refreshing cucumber/lemon and herb water
Cons: No restroom for customers
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Bbyface
Points +40
Yummy - Edit
I got the bbq tempeh sandwich and it was so delicious! But the portion was quite small for $15 and to get a side item it was an extra $3! I def would go again, but don't be shocked when you see how tiny your meal is.
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sarahlovesfood
Points +173
Tasty BBQ Seitan Burger - Edit
I enjoyed my burger and fries, they were tasty and filling. The restaurant is very close to the beach and has an all vegan menu which is always a bonus :)
Read morePros: Tasty burgers, All vegan menu
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JoyS
Points +81
Good - Edit
Delicious food, a bit expensive for the quantity. We had to buy three portions for two people for lunch.
Read morePros: vegan, great location
Cons: no bathroom, small
Guest
Thalassa4
Points +76
Hipster Vegan Cafe - Edit
The food here is good, I especially loved the rosemary seitan with gravy, and I like that they offer free cucumber or citrus water. I have also stopped in a couple of times to just grab a coffee there after being on the beach in the evening. Location is everything, and unfortunately their lack of bathrooms I think is a normal Venice Beach phenomenon, as someone who spends a lot of time there, because of the huge transient population.
Read morePros: Good food, Good coffee, Fruit water
Cons: Nope, no bathroom, Just a touch elite
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KatieBatty
Points +1497
Healthy food by the beach - Edit
It's great to have a vegan option near Venice Beach, we stumbled across it by chance.
Read moreMy partner ordered a burger and said it was amazing. It had a healthy patty but the mustard added a nice junk food kind of flavour.
I had the grilled cheese sandwich but it was a bit too healthy, not what I was after. I would go again and order something different because the tacos sounded really amazing but I was in the mood for a light meal.
They served free cold water flavoured with cucumber and herbs which was really nice.
We had a chocolate mousse which was nice.
Quick and friendly service!
Pros: All vegan, Great burger, Nice free flavoured water
Cons: Grilled cheese sandwich too healthy
Guest
MonicaMichigan
Points +29
great food - Edit
In front of the restaurant is $1 per hour parking. So I parked my car and walked one block to the ocean where I enjoyed the sun and breeze for an hour. When I returned, I added some money to the meter and enjoyed one of the specials: curried chickpeas with lentils and cauliflower over brown rice. Delicious! They do not have public restrooms, but do provide wet wipes to clean your hands.
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VeganLeaks
Points +155
Great Vegan only 1 block off Venice Beach - Edit
After a day of walking along the Venice Beach shops, playing on the beach and putting our feet in the water- We worked up a serious appetite for some plant based indulgences.
Read moreWe ordered 3 things to share- got the Saisai donburi macro bowl with house seitan, the Seitan asada tacos, and the Soyzzarella, tomato and basil panini.
The house made seitan was delicious. The bowl was a great blend of plant power! The tacos were savory and the "grilled cheese" was a perfect compliment of comfort food.
Cons: No bathroom?????, Seriously there is NO bathroom, none in the area either unless you want to buy a d
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Sweganic
Points +119
High expectations - Edit
We had the curry and the pad thai noodles and they sadly did not meet our expectations. Not much flavor, the curry was rather oily and made us both feel a bit off afterwards.
Read moreAll fresh and looked lovely, would give it a second chance if I were to stay longer in LA but for this first experience I'm afrid I can't go beyond 3 stars.
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beetsrock
Points +801
bbq & reggae - Edit
Finally got to eat here and enjoyed every messy bite of my bbq seitan sandwich. I put the side slaw on the sandwich and the whole thing was messy and very good. Very casual but not inexpensive.
Read morePros: Bob Marley soundtrack, friendly staff, fast service
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m.rose
Points +108
Good food, not the best ambiance - Edit
The salads are great! I love the seed chop chop, they use use plum in their dressing, which I am a fan of. also the tempeh makes it more of a meal. I also like the Asian kale salad, it's fresh & light. My friend ordered one of the burgers, I think the Mediterranean and really liked it. Not the best atmosphere, if you sit outside you're in a parking lot, inside is ok. Good place to get your food to go and head to the beach!
Read morePros: Good salads
Cons: Not a great ambiance
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starbeast
Points +44
I tried the bbq burger - Edit
I tried the bbq burger or something like that and was not impressed. Might have just gotten the wrong thing, though. I do love how fresh everything is, probably will try again.
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TableForOne
Points +310
Seitan Worship - Edit
I had the Rosemary Seitan Bowl from the specials menu. It came out fast and it was totally delicious. I sat outside to watch the parade of poseurs pass by and indoors they were playing Hendrix live at Monterey. I really like this place, but it's pretty expensive and there's no customer toilet.
Read morePros: Really good food
Cons: Expensive, No customer toilet
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Gabe
Points +117
Reminds me of Boon Burger in Winnipeg - Edit
I was sufficiently and impressed. Wife and I both ordered a BBQ tempeh sandwich with fries, and everything was fresh and flavorful. Just stop doing that LA vegan restaurant thing where you put lemons and cucumbers in the water.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Excellent sandwiches and fries
Cons: A bit pricy, No bathrooms, Water has cucumbers and lemons in it
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brandalock
Points +173
Overpriced - Edit
Overpriced food! Our food was dry and dissapointing. Horrible service! No Bathrooms! Awful experience here. [edit by staff]
Read morePros: None
Cons: Overpriced, Filthy, Bad service
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Mellifluoust
Points +807
Upscale fast food - Edit
Seed is on the pricey side for fast food. Ordered the Southwest border which was good, if a little sparing with the sauce.
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denooijer
Points +24
upscale,sit down, fast food - Edit
Plenty of vegan options, creative dishes, easy parking out front (though only for 1 hour), had the Thai coconut curry with seitan and it was delicious. The seitan was seared and the curry sauce had a nice 'back heat' a la cayenne.
Read morePros: plenty of options, clean, biodegradable eating ware
Cons: a little pricey
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Naan Cee
Points +105
fresh and healthy - Edit
After reading the reviews on HappyCow, I've had food from Seed twice and both times have been very good. The panini sandwiches and macro bowl are my favorite so far. Oh, the cupcakes are good too, though I hear they don't make them anymore. The staff is friendly and even the customers are friendly.
Read morePros: fresh , delicious , convenient
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jhawk
Points +84
Great Simple Flavorfull Health - Edit
Was glad to find this spot while in the Venice area for work. Actually I was in Venice for play, left work in Anaheim. It was a beautiful sunny day and I sat on the patio for lunch (Asian Kale & Blackened Tempeh Burger w/ Mango Salsa & Barley Iced Tea). I will go back for more the next time I am in Cali.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Monday February 13, 2012
Pros: Beach is around the corner, Staff was great, Food was awesome
Guest
alyssa
Points +111
Get Fresh in Venice - Edit
I met Chef Eric and Sanae at the Healthy Taste of L.A. event in November. They are such sweet people and the salad and soup they made there was delicious. I found myself in Venice today and decided to treat myself to lunch. What a cute little place they have! I got a really good vibe the moment I walked in. It was super clean and bright and the workers were friendly. After I placed my order, the man behind the counter pointed out to me that they offer free water to all customers. Today it had lemons, cumbers and mint in it. I was thankful because my water bottle was a little low and it was such a warm day. I ordered Seed Chop-Chop Salad to enjoy there. It was beautifully presented in a compostable container with rows of chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, blackened tempe, shredded carrots and tamari almonds on top of fresh romaine lettuce, red cabbage and some of the best vegan ranch dressing I have ever tasted. And it was HUGE! I ended up taking half of it home for dinner. Since I was too full for dessert, I'll have to come back and report. I'll also be going to their upscale location as soon as possible.
Read morePros: lively flavors, very fresh, eco-friendly
Cons: no public restroom
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Betty Chaudhry
Points +40
Great food, fast & healthy - Edit
this is a great place to get a quick meal either to eat there or take with you. Grilled veg panini and kale salad were excellent and service was fast. There is limited seating so don't count on being able to get a table - either inside or out - if you go there at a busy time. Nevertheless, strongly recommended!
Read morePros: good tasting food, healthy, good service
Cons: limited seating
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