![Tempura crab roll [MUST TRY!!!! My fave on the menu] at The Village in San Diego](https://images.happycow.net/venues/1024/19/24/hcmp192400_1257955.jpeg)
Vegan
International
Japanese
Organic
Raw
Mexican
Vegan restaurant est. Dec 2019. Serves a mix of Mexican and Japanese food. Open Tue-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:30pm. Closed Mon.
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2611 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, California, USA, 92104
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Added by pl78 on 30 Dec 2019
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81 Reviews
First Review by pl78
Jeremielouis
Points +66
Pick a roll! Any roll! - Edit
I am going back to try every roll because the crab roll was soo good but I was told the village roll is the favorite! Highly recommend but it is a bit expensive
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stelb
Points +34
Fantastic vegan food! - Edit
Everything we had was delicious. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere.
Read morePros: All vegan, Friendly staff, Great atmosphere
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SoyCoffeeFTW
Points +741
Unique blend of Mexican and Japanese food - Edit
I love both cuisines, so I had to try this place. While they serve both cuisines, there isn’t a lot of fusion, and the menus are separate.
Read moreFor a Mexican dish, I chose the Enchiladas Verdes. It tasted fresh and healthy, but the verde sauce was a bit too spicy for my liking. There were also bits of sunflower shells (yes, just the shells) in the dish. I don’t know what they were doing there, but they were unpleasant to eat.
I ordered two Japanese rolls to go: the Village Roll and the raw Ceviche Roll. The village roll was my favourite: super flavourful with just the right amount of spice. The Ceviche roll was mild and light, a perfect contrast to the previous roll.
Overall, the food is delicious and healthful. I preferred the Japanese rolls more, but then again, I haven’t had much of the Mexican menu to really judge.
Pros: All vegan, Free chips and salsa, Choice of different cuisines
Cons: Expensive
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DianaSantana
Points +30
Amazing - Edit
Pleasantly surprised, finally healthier vegan Mexican food.
Read morePros: All Vegan, Great taste, Amazing service
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Ingycalifornia
Points +16
Love!!! - Edit
The food is incredibly delicious and atmosphere is welcoming with the best of staff. Must return again!
Read morePros: A great variety of options. , Fresh Fresca drinks. , Generous servings.
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daveoz
Points +1168
A Great Combo and Selection of Mexican and Japanese Dishes - Edit
The venue is probably an old diner but there is lots of glass and a peaked ceiling in the front. The furnishing are sparse but well appointed. The food is the important thing - it is fresh, flavorful and the fact that both Mexican and Japanese food are served one would think one would suffer at the expense of the other, but The Village could serve either and be successful. The portions are ample and the service was prompt and attentive. The owner came by our table several times to make sure we were satisfied with everything. This is not gourmet Vegan food but is authentic and delicious.
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RoherynDesign
Points +66
So Happy!! - Edit
I was going to give a 5 star even before tasting the food. I am beyond excited to find a mask free vegan restaurant! Heaven! I can’t stop smiling. The service is friendly and wonderful. And yes, the food tastes really good!
Read morePros: Fun new food to try
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AndreaJarmusch
Points +41
Just go and eat here! - Edit
Great find for a variety of Plant based foods! Loved the pozole! I had a hard time choosing what I wanted everything sounded good! We will be back!
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cwl666
Points +1438
Delicious - Edit
My fussy non veg family loved everything! Friendly and competent service. I seriously want to try the entire menu. Wet tostadas were a big hit. I loved the chimichanga. All 3 rolls we tried were great.
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SamanthaKTeng
Points +1469
Beautiful whole foods! - Edit
I love that The Village has a huge outdoor patio, it’s super cute and has a cozy vibe with all the little plant walls. Service was great, everyone was so welcoming, sweet and super kind.
Read moreWe ordered: the Chimichanga, the Village roll, Ceviche life roll.
My husband had the chimichanga and said it was yummy. Loved that it was filled with huge sauced chunks of jackfruit.
The ceviche life roll is 100% raw. And it’s super refreshing. The tiny slice of lime was a surprise and I really loved that, gave it a big burst of flavor.
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Awake1234
Points +1551
Great food - Edit
Great food and great people. This places has awesome selection of Japanese and Mexican style dishes. Gotta come check it out. Love the rolls.
Read morePros: Tempura roll, Tajin roll, Tomatoes are the plant based alternative!
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Kmoneyme
Points +20
Home away from Home - Edit
Vegan Sushi and Vegan Mexican food all in one place?!? It’s a dream come true and the food is always so fresh and delicious. The Village has become my home away from home in 2020. I always feel like I’m going to see my family to nourish my soul and my body with the best organic made from scratch food. Love the potato tacos! Love the Sunset Roll and Bell Roll! Everything is delicious!
Read morePros: All vegan with so many options , Sushi = Delicious , True vegan healthy loving owner
Cons: Only one dessert option but it’s delicious too , I live about 25+ minutes away
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AmberSwisher
Points +54
I go out of my way to come here! - Edit
The village is 20 minutes from where I live but I love the food and come here just because of it.
Read morePros: Many options including raw, and it’s all PB, Mexican and Japanese menu , Such a cute ambience
Cons: A little expensive
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ErnestBrooks
Points +100
Exceptional - Edit
Very clean authentic vegan food. Love the ambiance. Great selection of food. The raw sushi is bomb. My friend had the raw tacos. Can’t wait to get back to The Village SD.
Read morePros: Parking lot, Outdoor dining , Great service
Cons: None
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QuisVaughn
Points +593
You won’t be disappointed. - Edit
Tempura Crab Roll has an outer crunch, and mock crab meat inside that is better than actual crab. Loko Roll is a hit too. I tried the Fire Me Up Burrito, which had a nice spicy kick to it. The Chimichanga will win anyone over. Be sure to start with the delicious house quac. Not sure if it's on the menu or if I was just a special the day I went, but they have a hard kombucha that all humans deserve to experience before leaving earth.
Read morePros: Mexican and Japanese fusion.
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BrookeModifica
Points +66
Love this concept - Edit
I love this place! Who knew vegan Mexican sushi would be so amazing?! Everything on the menu is to die for. It’s been awesomely remodeled since the building used to be Anthem. The service was also wonderful.
Read morePros: Friendly service , Great food, Fun atmosphere
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Olush
Points +75
Excellent food! - Edit
Tried 4 things on the menu and all were delicious if not perfect.
Read moreEnchiladas verdes,
Tuna Roll,
Calamari,
Some Banana flavored desert.
Complimentary chips with amazing fresh salsa.
It makes me hopeful about veganism.
The waiters were also very sweet - maybe even too much for some people, but I enjoyed the whole experience very much. It ended up a fantastic date.
Pros: Lots of items., Spacious. , Great food quality for the price.
Cons: Some tables are too low for eating.
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SeanTubridy
Points +20
Sooooooooo Good - Edit
Food is amazing, great service, so happy to have found a great vegan sushi place. Plus fried coconut calamari was out of this world
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RisBurton
Points +1042
Loved it - Edit
We tried the rolled tacos, ramen and started with the tempura. We will try sushi next time.
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Maejunejuly
Points +679
If you’re in the neighborhood - Edit
Food was decent, but the prices were a bit much for what it was. No kid menu... boo.
Read morePros: All Vegan Menu
Cons: No kid menu
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AnneRenee
Points +34
Evolved Mexican Cuisine - Edit
Really sweet spot, with amazing atmosphere, and great lighting! We ordered the fajitas and the veggie burrito, both of which were phenomenal. We also ordered the blueberry cheesecake which is light and airy but so flavorful and rich. Delightful place, we will be back!
Read morePros: Really great options, Ambiance, Flavor
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PatriciaBrugioni
Points +56
Delicious vegan sushi and “Calamari”! - Edit
The Village Roll, and the calamari, which is made with coconut meat, are both out of this world! I want to come back and try all the rolls, and definitely try the calamari if you like the real thing!
Read moreBeautiful atmosphere and great service, too! Thank you!!
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Mike Weinberg
Points +259
Winner!! - Edit
The long renovation has produced a clean, bright, open, modern look. The service was excellent and the prices were more than reasonable, especially since every item that could be was organic as well as attractively plated. My veggie burrito was delicious and more than filling (I could have taken half home for later but didn't), and the cheesecake dessert was refreshingly sublime.
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Cali-Vegan
Points +97
Excellent execution! - Edit
I'm so glad this is the spot that took over Anthem. It's definitely an upgrade, even better I live across the street!
Read moreI unfortunately forgot my phone but the presentation of the food is amazing.
I had the chimichanga and at 15 bucks might seem expensive but sooo worth it. Best chimichanga I've ever had in many ways. It was unassumingly filling and the flavors were so well balanced. The fact that this wasn't overly fried, oily, and chewy was a huge win and I think goes against what you expect from a chimichanga. It was light and crispy and just exceeded my expectations.
My wife had the sushi and I forgot the names but one roll had what was akin to orange chicken on top and was superb. Again this probably goes against sushi protocol to put orange chicken flavor in a sushi roll but who cares. All I can say for sure is the sushi experience was better than any other in San Diego, including the new Yasai, which is overhyped IMO.
Go and support this new spot!
Pros: Expansive Mexican and sushi/ramen menu
Cons: I live too close haha
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gabirose
Points +18
Amazing - Edit
It was such a great experience. Great atmosphere, stylish interior and amazing food
Read morePros: All vegan menu, Very nice staff, Best vegan restaurant I’ve ever had
Cons: Can be out of the way but worth the walk/drive
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KatieLittlepage
Points +149
Mexican Asian Fusion! - Edit
Great new all vegan restaurant that just opened! Creative sushi rolls with fresh ingredients only. I loved the village roll the best. The miso soup is unique and definitely a must try. The enchiladas verdes were also great. I’m looking forward to going back and trying more on the menu
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pl78
Points +287
Great new vegan restaurant - Edit
Interesting mix of cuisine - I had enchiladas and sushi, both tasted very fresh and delicious! Baked roll is awesome
Read morePros: Friendly/attentive staff, Variety of food, Nice space
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