Vegan-friendly
American
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Take-out
Caribbean
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Health foods store and restaurant, established since 1981. Vegetarian and vegan friendly menu. Has vegan desserts. Look for the green building. Black-owned. Open Tue-Sat 9:00am-9:00pm, Sun 9:00am-8:00pm. Closed Mon.
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4508 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, California, USA, 90043
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Last update on 19 Apr 2024 by eric
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12 Reviews
First Review by Courtnichka
Over20YearsVegan
Points +20
Cool spot. Vegan sketchy. - Edit
This is an old school vegetarianish spot that I would suggest to a non-vegan. Hectic, but community vibe I’d like to support.
Read moreThe Vegan experience was poor. I will say the employees are cool which is a saving grace.
Other than deserts, the only clearly marked vegan item is “Simply Vegan Burger” … however it is not vegan by default. You have to request vegan cheese and vegan mayo and the bread is not vegan. You have to ask for a lettuce wrap. Basically just the impossible patty is vegan but you only get that information if you ask a lot of questions.
I’d like this place to succeed but someone needs to explain to them what vegan means and create a separate menu so they don’t keep making people sick.
Let me know if they correct this because I’d like to leave a positive review.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-14
Pros: Vibe, Soup, Location
Cons: Unclearly labeled, Mislabeled or deceptive labeling, Music is too loud to ask employees questions
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No1_Vegan_Goddess
Points +55
Been dining here since 1989!! - Edit
Simply Wholesome is an awesome, place. I love the restaurant and the grocery store. They have YUMMYYYYY patties and other cooked goods.
Read moreThe grocery store always has cool items!
Pros: Vegan options., Always great new products to try., Plenty of parking!!
Cons: Some of the worker's attitudes be kinda funky.
Guest
cheekylala
Points +20
I love the place but vegan it is not. And slushies are not smoothies. - Edit
Some days they say the pattys are vegan and other days not. Inform your workers.
Read moreGuest
LizzyGrs
Points +16
FIVE STARS - Edit
Awesome spot for organic beauty & health goods. Vegan options in restaurant are delicious.
Read morePros: Food, Location, History
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Kplant
Points +4580
Smoothies and burgers - Edit
Counter order. No place to sit down. Menu isn't clear what items are vegan. Lentil burger is. Though fries and anything else most likely aren't if fried in the same vat is beef burgers.
Read moreGreat store with supplements and natural personal care items. Also have fresh juices. Soul food. Comfort food.
Cons: Not clear vegan menu., No place to sit besides your car to eat.
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greenfiend
Points +13
Best Smoothie/Shopping Options - Edit
My family and I love Simply Wholesome. We were first hooked on the Jamaican patties (spinach patties are available) and smoothies. The staff if really accommodating to substitutions. And the atmosphere is great.
Read morePros: Wonderful staff all around, Half restaurant, Half health-centric shop, Neighborhood staple
Cons: Popular spot, sometimes there’s a wait
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possowski
Points +20
Out of town visitor - Edit
Very good vegan and plant based options. The mango mango smoothie is the best (get a lg).
Read morePros: Lots of options
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Jepjep
Points +22
Delicious! - Edit
Very delicious food! The vegan cheesecake was superb. Unfortunately, vegan items are a bit difficult to decipher on the menu, but the wait staff is happy to help.
Read morePros: Yummy food
Cons: Can take a minute to figure out what is vegan
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SafiyahO
Points +24
Love this place! - Edit
Their atmosphere is amazing and so calm. I always go there for their breakfast. Yes, they do take a while to cook your food but I always just place my order then shop next door at their fabulous health food store.
Read morePros: Great food, Good atmosphere , Healthy
Cons: Long wait , Long lines
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Janayegranberry0704
Points +44
Great place - Edit
Quick bite or meet up
Read morePros: Vegan options, Live music , Health food store
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PonceDeLeon
Points +38
Simply over priced is more like it! - Edit
Every time I visit this place their lines are always way to long & I dont like the fact that they cook their vegetables on the same grill as their animal products I’m not sure if they dont understand how unacceptable this is, but that really needs to change. Their food is way over priced and not worth it if you ask me.
Read morePros: Minimal Vegan options , Somewhat clean , Great music and ambience
Cons: To expensive, Long wait time , Need more staff
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Courtnichka
Points +64
Tasty Food - Edit
I went to Simply Wholesome for the first time last week and I was very satisfied. There were several vegan options on the menu and I chose the Lentil burger.
Read moreThe health food store has many interesting local products and the dining area is large and airy.
I enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant and look forward to visiting again.
Pros: Tasty food, Friendly Staff, Variety on Menu
Cons: Busy (Long wait)
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