Real Food Daily
(310) 451-7544
514 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
34.0173
-118.4939
Neighborhoods: West LA, Downtown
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The Scene
This gourmet organic vegetarian haven is always packed with both New-Age, wheat-grass fiends and regular folk who strive to treat their bodies like temples at least one day a week.
The Food
Where else can a vegetarian eat a Reuben sandwich? Okay, so it's soy, not corned beef, but the marinade adds a tangy zip that complements the pungent sauerkraut perfectly. Much of the menu features "simulated" meat dishes, with soy and whole grains replacing animal products, and nearly all are surprisingly flavorful due to the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. The Salisbury seitan is joined by creamy mashed potatoes and savory gravy. Unless your doctor has you on a cud-only diet, though, avoid the spring rolls--two gigantic logs of sprouts stuffed into rice flour wrappers.
User Reviews
CSMobileUser
March 10, 2009
I recently brought my small town, omnivorous Aunt to Real Food Daily. She was visiting me here in Santa Monica and was easily entertained by all the hustle and bustle. I was hesitant to even mention the fact that RFD is began. I thought I'd let her taste the delicious food and then shock her! It was great! She had the Taco the Town and was thrilled with the flavorful dish. I had the TV Dinner and did'n't miss the animal at all! I love this place and will continue to takemy out of towners here too! What better way to introduce them to the Westside lifestyle!?
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tylerce
December 29, 2008
As a new vegetarian (one and a half years now, yay!) I have to say it’s hard to find a really good place to eat. There are places that are fine, and I can find something to eat almost anywhere, but I think I finally found a place that is actually really good. Very relaxed, casual atmosphere varied and inspired menu of all vegetarian and vegan foods. Service a bit slow but still ok, the staff is always very friendly. My non- vegetarian friend was surprised she had such a great meal.
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sammietorino
December 27, 2008
This place is so good. I crave it all the time and I'm not even vegan or vegetarian. The salad with the soba and the Caesar wrap are my favorite dishes. The prices are moderate but that's what you pay for higher quality food. Everything is healthy and you can't help but feel great walking out of there. Service has always been on point.
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The Extras:
Finally something healthy to order in, as long as you're within the Santa Monica city limits. Delivery hours are weekdays, 11:30am-2pm and 5pm-9pm.
Look Good:
This is L.A.'s only all-organic, all-vegan restaurant, so order without fear.
Know Before You Go:
Even if seitan and tempeh aren't in your lexicon, have no fear--the menu explains the less-familiar ingredients.
