Juliano's Raw
(310) 587-1552
609 Broadway
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
34.0169
-118.4916
Neighborhoods: West LA, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Juliano's Raw
The Editor
Randi Schmelzer
Citysearch
The Scene
Wildflowers and techno-pop music add atmosphere to the open space filled with henna-haired, hemp-clad diners. From the bike rack on the patio to the edible flowers garnishing every dish, this upscale yet down-to-earth eatery is perfectly suited to Santa Monica's funky-chic vibe. Neo-hippie servers are luxuriously carefree.
The Food
Flamboyant Chef Juliano Brotman is an ace with organic, dairy- and animal-free ingredients that are never heated above 120F degrees. Gourmet entrees maintain rich flavor and color with vegan substitutions, like zesty tacos with crunchy purple cabbage instead of tortillas. In savory lasagna, translucent zucchini strips replace the need for pasta, and ground pine nuts make a creamy stand-in for ricotta. Condiments and creams are creative masterpieces, from scrumptious guacamole to nut-based tartar and marinara sauces. Hearty faux meatloaf, made from a dehydrated walnut-veggie mix, is served with strained cauliflower "mashed potatoes" and date-miso gravy--a delicious raw version of the comfort-food classic.
User Reviews
josephgut
October 17, 2008
I just ate lunch at Juliano's Raw and was absolutely blown away. I am a somewhat new raw foodist and have frequented several of the other raw restaurants in Los Angeles, but nothing compares to Juliano's. The food is absolutely delicious! I had the chocolate shake to start and the Pesto Pizza for the entree. Everything was absolutely scrumcious. If you are on a raw food diet either by choice or by need and you feel that you are in any way missing out on "regular" food then this is the place to go. The service could not have been better - very friendly waitress willing to help us with her recommendations. I took a friend of mine there who is a burgers and fries guy and who is not "into raw food." He had the Tijuana Taco and a Macha Iced Coffee smoothie. He couldn't stop saying how wonderful everything was. He, nor I, felt deprived in any way with our raw meal. It couldn't have been tastier, fresher, more beautifully prepared than it was. We will both be frequenting Juliano's as often as possible. It's not a cheap place, but it's definitely worth the price considering the value of what you are eating and how amazingly it tastes and is prepared. I wish all raw restaurants could at least mimic some of the creations from Juliano.
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lovestoeast
August 31, 2008
We recently went to julianos on a recommendation. I read the other reviews, which are mixed, but this place is great! We were definently not disappointed. The menu is huge, and we had no idea what to order until our waitress, ashley, gave us recommendations, and we loved them all. She was really sweet, patient and very knowlegable of the menu (a rarity it seems in many restaurants) and was able to answer all of our questions (we had a lot!). We had the best raw plate of nachos ever, curry zuchinni pasta and some really really good "cheese" pocket things. My friends had never eaten raw before but were loving it! The portions are on the smaller side and its kind of expensive, but worth the money. Every dish was a piece of art and everything tasted so good! We also had the chocolate mousse and apple pie, our waitress' favorites, and they were some of the best desserts I have ever had! You definently feel like your eating gourmet here, much more than some other raw/vegan places around. The staff was really friendly and it was great having a waitress you felt really cared about your meal. we will definently be going back!
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Anonymous
August 14, 2008
Given the raw food revolution, I was eager to try this place out. I ordered the pizza which was essentially a salad in the shape of a pizza. I think the ingredients could have been a little more interesting. But I felt great after eating dinner.
read full reviewThe Details on Juliano's Raw
Know Before You Go:
Flavorful (but overpriced) Ancient Herb salad includes 15 varieties of greens, from arugula to society garlic. Ask for dressing on the side--especially for to-go orders--or salads will come drenched.
The Extras:
Flip through the colorful "uncookbook" while you dine--the photos are fantastic. If you buy one, Juliano will add a personalized, inspirational message.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
People Watching, Outdoor Dining
General Info:
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Juliano Brotman
