Orean Health Express
(626) 794-0861
817 N Lake Ave
Pasadena,
CA
91104
34.16
-118.1327
Neighborhood: North Central
What People Are Saying About Orean Health Express
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In Short
Teenagers swarm the walkup window and monopolize the restaurant's lone outdoor table, while BMWs and SUVs queue for drive-thru service. In lieu of meat, the burgers, burritos and pizza are made with creative tofu blends. Tacos are filled with mock chicken and onions, the chili dog is covered in beans and relish, and the popular African burrito is a combination of black-eyed peas, pinto beans and salsa. Soy shake flavors include vanilla, carob and strawberry.
User Reviews
wam08
June 04, 2008
I went through the drive-thru which actually seemed alot slower than walking to the window so I would park if I were actually in a hurry. I ordered the african burrito which includes a mixture of beans and salsas in a wheat tortillas. Not the Most flavorful thing I have ever had but still pretty good, healthy and fulfuilling, and you cant beat the prices for such food. I can't wait to come back and try their veggie burger varieties which I have heard alot about. Definitely beats the other fast food!
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joefoody
December 21, 2007
This place is a treat. I've had just about everything on the menu. I especially love the 'Orean Salad Burger', gets nice and messy with vegan 'thousand island' like dressing. Its big and burly with sprouts and lots of veggies. I always order extra sauce to dip the crispy baked fries in. I've chatted with Orean, man is always on the go, very activist like energy, hard working establishment. 'Props' to the two women that make and serve all the food... with lines 20 people deep, I still got my hearty 'meal' of a burger in less than 10, piping hot. Good peanut butter shake ... all vegan, natural colas made with pure cane sugar and green juice blend. Theres a drive-thru, good breakfast treats, majority of the menu- tofu, soy-based stuff, too too much may not sit so well. For a quick fix on the nutritionally sound side pop in... its right next to the Burger King and right across from the grease shack aka KFC. There's definetly potential for growth.. lets hope a few more open up around LA! Keep up the sabby-style, wholesome food service.
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Anonymous
October 17, 2006
This is the best place to eat in LA area, even for people who are not vegetarians. The food is very non-greasy nor cheesy, top quality ingredients, fresh and creative tasty recipes. So much fresher and state-of-arts cuicine than expensive restaurants on sunset! It's got very good price, too. The african burrito is my favorite! PROS: Fresh, varieties, tasty, healthy, fast and cheap. CONS: the sign is a bit difficult to find, just locate the McDonald across st.
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The Extras:
Skip the greasy Big Macs and grab a vegetarian style burger without ever leaving the drivers seat using the drive-thru service.
Know Before You Go:
French fries are oven-baked and less fatty than regular fries.
