Eco-Eating: L.A.'s Organic Restaurants

by Mar Yvette - Citysearch Editor - 366 Reviews - 111 Lists

Updated: April 01, 2009

Do you know where your food comes from? With growing concerns about the planet, it's more important than ever to go natural. Organic food is more nutritious, saves resources and builds community. Plus, it tastes great. So go on, do your body and the planet a favor at these Los Angeles organic restaurants.

Food With a Conscience

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Kreation Kafe
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    1023 Montana Ave # B, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (map)

    Don't hold the name against it: This mostly organic Mediterranean-influenced restaurant turns out fresh farmers' market fare for all three meals a day.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Leaf Cuisine
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    14318 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 (map)

    Health-conscious, eco-minded Valley-ites can't get enough of this popular raw food restaurant.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average Axe
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    1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 (map)

    Organic California cuisine shows an artsy streak at this tiny Abbot Kinney dining warehouse.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Fatty's & Co
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    1627 Colorado Blvd, Eagle Rock, CA 90041 (map)

    This art deco garage-turned-neighborhood vegetarian diner and coffee bar attracts local hipsters with a mellow vibe and wine by the glass.

  5. 5 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended O! Burger
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    8593 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (map)

    Traditional burgers and fries reinvented the healthy way at L.A.'s first organic fast-food joint.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Real Food Daily
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    414 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048 (map)

    You can still eat like a beast at L.A.'s premier organic vegan spot that says "no" to all animal products.

  7. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended M Cafe de Chaya
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    7119 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (map)

    Chaya Group's gourmet macrobiotic cafe offers organic Asian-inspired fare with a cool Melrose vibe.

  8. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended The Dressing Room
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    14622 Ventura Blvd Ste 103, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (map)

    Healthy fast food salad joint uses locally grown, organic produce when preparing meals; over 60 add-ons and 32 dressings available.

  9. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Tender Greens
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    9523 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 (map)

    Urban oasis serves haute organic salads and fresh California cafe fare to a lively Culver City crowd.

  10. 10 3.5 Star Rating: Average Juliano's Raw
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    609 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (map)

    L.A.'s renowned raw food guru feeds trendy health buffs at this cozy corner cafe in Santa Monica.

  11. 11 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Snola
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    244 N Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)

    Eco-chic 90210 sweet spot offers five seasonal flavors of organic frozen yogurt (served from solar-powered machines) and 40 different toppings.

  12. 12 3.5 Star Rating: Average AKASHA
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    9543 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 (map)

    Green is the new black at this popular eco-friendly Culver City eatery situated inside the historic 1925 Hull Building.