Vegetable-Focused Restaurants in California

"A paradise for vegetarians and an enduringly hip Los Feliz favorite, this Middle Eastern hotspot prioritizes seasonal vegetables and bright, never-heavy flavors while still delivering big impact in every dish. Standouts include cucumbers with rosewater labneh, oyster mushroom skewers (especially when paired with a creamy onion and cashew sauce), and a stunning Persian crispy rice (tahdig) often crowned with egg yolks that feels almost too good to share. The menu also features irresistible chicken and pine nut pies wrapped in flaky phyllo that can inspire a bit of selfishness when they hit the table. Even familiar ingredients manage to surprise, and the charming staff is as cool and refreshing as those cucumbers with rosewater labneh, helping this spot hit the mark as a quintessential neighborhood restaurant." - Nancy DePalma