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True Food Kitchen
New American Restaurant, Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, and Mediterranean Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica
"The Edamame Dumplings will change your life!"(27 Tips)
"Bison burger is the best burger I've had in a long time."(18 Tips)
"Be sure to try the Medicine Man (Antioxidant Blast)!"(6 Tips)
"all good: bison burger, sashimi tuna salad, kale salad."(13 Tips)
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Philipp SpießbachNovember 3, 2017Fresh food with a lot of glutenfree options, plus a lovely service! Didn’t expect that in a mall.
aimee kessler-evansJune 4, 2013The chia pudding is magic. Gluten free, dairy free, no added sugar...how is it so fabulously yummy? Magic.
Larry RubinDecember 29, 2014Great edamame dumplings, pomegranate lemonade and the panang curry plus de Mediterranean salad
Lindsey AndersonMarch 20, 2015Delicious gluten free food. The staff is great and knowledgeable about celiac and restrictions.
Gilt CityApril 29, 2011On May 7, an exclusive pre-opening event benefits VH1 Save the Music. Enjoy three-courses made with locally-sourced ingredients and two cocktails (Hint: try the Cucumber-Kumquat Skinny Marg).
Jon SanchezDecember 30, 2015the albacore was well done. braised ribs were satisfying, and the vegan pina colada was amazing.
The drink "the natural" is amazing. And all the food is perfect. Always always recommend this place.
Mat CollisNovember 16, 2017Really nice food, great for vegans and gluten free folk. Lovely cocktails too
Lauren DelfinoJune 1, 2015Healthy tasty food! Creative twists for drinks. The buffalo burger is a must!
Nada fouzanOctober 19, 2015I loved it very much.. try the honey ginger beer and the kale avocado hummus- Delicious spaghetti squash lasagna, burgers, teriyaki steak, & juices! Great staff!
Get the chicken chopped salad and substitute the weird cubed chicken for their amazing grilled chicken. You won't be sorry!
Edward KSeptember 12, 2015The Penang curry by default has the rice mixed in, making it taste like a Thai Curry Congee. Save yourself and ask for rice to be in the side!!
Gary OsborneAugust 10, 2015Food good and interesting for vegetarians. Great for kids. Wait staff a bit stoned. May take awhile for different courses.
SiobhánJanuary 19, 2020If you’re into fashionable healthy food, you’d probably love it, but it was all mediocre to me.
You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The squash casserole, lettuce cups, steak tacos, kale salad are especially jermazing.
Eating healthy can be delicious and this restaurant is the best example!! Best juices, salads and bowls!!!
Natasha BrittonSeptember 27, 2017Edamame dumplings are to die for! Also the flourless chocolate cake was yummy
icelleNovember 19, 2014Delicious quinoa burger. Kale-aid was very refreshing. Healthy and organic foods!- Larry RubinDecember 29, 2014Edamame dumplings, panang curry, Mediterranean salad, tacos, the pomegranate lemonade
Lafan BNovember 19, 2015For the entries: "Panang curry topped with shrimp, Teriyaki brown rice bowl with shrimp.
Suzie LathamDecember 11, 2011The medicine man drink is refreshing; Side of brussel sprouts with a side of umame sauce is delish! And don't forget the banana muffin! Soup: chicken tortilla!
Eric HodelJanuary 20, 2016True Food Kitchen has extensive bar seating if you don't want to wait for a table!
Alexander LjungMarch 5, 2019No idea why this place has such a high rating. Interior and vibe are generic, food is mediocre. Edamame dumplings are good, not more. Cauliflower was bordering on bad.
Larisa GrollemondNovember 28, 2016The curry is great, and the chia seed pudding was actually pretty tasty.
Kathleen A.February 28, 2013The hummus is delicious and the farmer's market salad. Also love the drinks with St. Germaine.
Theo DavisJanuary 30, 2013You need to try the edamame dumplings. Don't think about leaving true food without at least one order of these babies.
You can't go wrong with this super healthy resto.
Mary Colette NatashaJanuary 12, 2015Excellent food when you're looking for some gluten free and vegan dishes.
Reem AlkhathlanJune 27, 2015The Bison Burger is something else ... everything we ordered oozes freshness 💜
Michelle RJanuary 4, 2013Place is so cool especially the bathroom! Get the chicken an sausage pizza! It's amazing!! Great place to go!!
Stuart TaylorAugust 9, 2014Food is amazing here, service is good and the restaurant looks really good
Connor FergusonJanuary 22, 2012Some of the dishes come in half sizes, so if you can't decide between the curry and the chili shrimp, you can have both!
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True Food Kitchen
395 Santa Monica Pl Suite 172
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
Chef-driven restaurant & scratch bar featuring a seasonal lineup of creative, crave-able dishes & handcrafted cocktails - with a healthy twist. True Food's menu emphasizes wholesome, nutrient-dense ingredients with thoughtful preparations to highlight the natural health benefits & flavors.
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(310) 593-8300
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Live Music
Parking
Street, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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