Chef Tanya's Kitchen

This lovely vegan restaurant gives true Cali Desert vibes in the best way and is a must visit! The service was great and the menu is varied with a host of prepared and made to order food options! There are several whole food based healthier vegan options also which is wonderful! There are two separate buildings - one where you order and can purchase local and unique items and the other has indoor seating and restrooms. The food is served to you directly in the indoor seating area if dining in. Of note, I appreciated the eco-friendly approach as it appeared the restaurant used recyclable, reusable and/or compostable containers!

Cute place, all plant-based. Food was delicious. We tried the chili burger, Pastrami Mami, the Cupracabra burger, crispy chicken and the Guadalajara burger. If you are a vegan, this is THE place!

The BLTA is the best vegan sandwich I've ever had - so tasty - came back 3 days in a row and ordered it again and again. The Tasty Thai Tofu salad is excellent as is the Cubano sandwich. There was not a lot of talking in the indoor eating space because everyone was so focused on enjoying their meals - see menu below - so many choices. All Vegan. And the restaurant had a mini vegan grocery store that some really cool unique items. Couldn't recommend this place high enough, especially as a lunch destination. You order in one building and there is a small room next store to eat in - not the greatest atmosphere, but the food more than makes up for it.

3/21/25 - what an amazing dining and shopping experience; ordered el cubanos with watermelon juice; everything was super fresh and tasty...couldn't believe it was all vegan. Wonderful items to purchase and top notch customer service. A+ across the board

This is a wonderful completely vegan restaurant. The menu has a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, wraps, and many other things. Everything we had was wonderful. The pastrami mami sandwich was like a Reuben with slices of seitan or tempeh “meat” with cheese, sauerkraut, and thousand Island dressing. The rye bread was amazing and would’ve been good enough for any deli. The vegetable sandwich and the Moroccan cauliflower were equally good. The cauliflower however was not worth the price paid. It should have been less costly. The Agua Fresca was fruit flavored water which I think had to be sweetened with something but a very strong and delicious fruit flavor. Very very refreshing. Only other minor complaint is that the dining room was so small but we were able to sit at the same table with another party. A vegan heaven!

Tanya’s was a highlight of Palm Springs. We shared the Chupacabra Chick’n sandwich, Coachella Forever salad, and a twist cone. Everything was excellent, and I loved the gift shop! Bonus that we went on a Saturday and got to see kittens up for adoption.

This place is easy to find, access, and exit. We went into the store, as many people do, instead of the dining room two doors down. It's my understanding that ALL of the food is vegan. Service was quick and friendly. The order was brought to our table in the dining room. You should bus your own table. Our lunch was very tasty and satisfying. We recommend it without reservation. It didn't appear to be wheelchair, but maybe handicapped accessible. I didn't notice, but didn't look for a restroom. If you found this review to be helpful please consider adding a thumbs up 👍 or a heart ❤️. Thanks.

Had a great vegan sandwich at this spot. Their menu is great with tons of unique vegan items. They are “disguised meat” options but I really enjoyed them. Check out the market - a great selection of (pricey) vegan goods.

On our way from LA to Mexico, we decided Palm Springs was the best place to stop for a coffee & lunch. We went to Cartel Roasting Co. for a cup of joe and while I looked through every menu of vegan options near me, something about Chef Tanya's Kitchen Menu looked very appetizing. "Bahn Mi & You" was just calling my name so my boyfriend placed an online pickup order. There were plenty of parking spots located in a business center / industrial area. When my boyfriend went in to pickup, he was excited to tell me it was a quick service counter. He brought me a potato salad and a slice of carrot cake to take on the road. The sandwich was refreshing, it was exactly what I was craving for our drive down to Baja. It was so delicious that we decided to order takeout on our drive back from Mexico to LA. Palm Springs was our designated stop once again, but this time we tried the "Pastrami Mami" and a turkey sandwich. The two sandwiches we tried were tasty once again. Chef Tanya's Kitchen really knows what they're doing and I'm glad we were able to taste the freshness of the high quality ingredients. The sandwiches, salad, and slice of cake made our trip successful. We did not need to stop elsewhere after our meal. Overall, highly recommend! Absolutely worth trying. It is a vegan paradise inside. The environment was clean and healthy. The staff were kind and friendly. I will happily revisit whenever I'm in the desert. :)

The food here is delicious. I had the BBQ sandwich (Daily special) which was fairly simple, but I left feeling good. We also had the Tofu Bahn Mi. The service inside was quick and they were helpful. You do have to order and walk to another building to eat, but they had the AC blasting which was awesome since it was 100° + outside. It was also very clean inside. Will 100% come here again when I'm in town.

I've tried Chef Tanya's dishes on three different occasions: once in Palm Desert, then at the BNP Paribas, and today at their location in an industrial auto park at the southernmost point of Palm Springs. I always love the decor and the type of clientele this restaurant attracts--it's almost like a cult following. Raised as a California kid, I was brought up to eat only vegetarian food, which was considered cutting edge at the time. While I'm not a strict vegetarian today, my roots are still there, and I try to eat healthy as much as possible regardless of the environment or circumstances. Today, I walked out of Chef Tanya's store with two cookies and a sandwich. The final price for everything was $34 and some cents. That sticker shock sent me off. First of all, a cookie should NEVER cost $5.00. Even though it was a large cookie, $1.75 would have been more appropriate. This review will probably stir up some of Chef Tanya's devotees, but that's not the point. I have to write what I truly think about this restaurant and its food. It's my honest opinion. As much as I think vegetarian food typically consists of quality ingredients, it should not be composed of gold bricks. The price point on this food has exceeded my value-for-money barometer. I must say that even though the sandwich (which was wrapped in lettuce instead of bread) was good, it was not THAT good. Sadly, I'm not a Chef Tanya's fan. Take it as you will--this is entirely my final thoughts on the matter.

I had maybe the best sandwiches of my entire life from here. I tried the chupacabra chick'n and el cubano, both of which were insanely delicious. My favorite was the chupacabra. I dragged my entire family here (I'm the only vegan one in a family of meat eaters) and even they were really happy with the food. The little one enjoyed the mac and cheese from the kids menu. You order in one building and then they have seating in a separate building two doors down. At the ordering station they also have a variety of desserts, drinks, packaged foods, and non-food items for sale. The dining area is cute and clean, and they bring the food over to you. Everyone we interacted with was very friendly. I wish I lived in Palm Springs just so I could come here every day. Cannot recommend this place enough!

Mom, puppy, and I are not vegan eaters but I wanted to try this place given the 4.8 star reviews and the dog friendly misted shaded patio for summer dining. . Mom and I were shocked after tasting the best French fries we ever had. They were fried in soy bean oil not vegetable oil and seasoned very well. The Coachella salad was also quite tasty and we would order that again. We also a had a berry drink they made fresh that was excellent as well. You even get a free refill on the drink! Our cashier and server was so nice to puppy with a bowl of water and some freshly fried treats for her as well. I'm not sure if they were made from tofu or not but puppy was not a fan. However , she is an extremely fussy eater. We will be back for sure.

The cubano without the mayo was so good and i devoured it in the parking lot and the banh mi was ok. Have had better but the cubano itself is a whopping 5 stars because it was that good. I normally take a bite of my food to ease my hunger down for a little bit but this was one of the rare times when one bite turned into i accidentally :9 the whole thing lol

Shout out to the homie for recommending me this place. I moved back to the desert a year ago so still trying new places and asking what's good around here. Asked for a healthy place in Palm desert but had to got to PS so went to this location. So a little hole in the wall but it was cool walking in there and seeing they had things to buy aside from it being a QSR. Service was nice and one person in front of me but the sandwich was quick and it definitely hit the spot. I was hungry of course but looking at the menu I do want to try more items. But like usual, places like these you don't get a lot of food for the money but that's because of course you don't need a lot, or need to gorge yourself, just the right amount. Will go back if I'm around one of them especially after a workout. Of course you'll like the food if you are into being more health conscience.

Yum! What an amazing scratch vegan kitchen with real flavor. Tempeh burgers were the best 10/10 and we got the ceaser salad on the side. French dip special on the weekend exceeded expectations as well. Not pictured was the fish sandwich special, with tartar sauce that left me long wishing there was more. Everything was a good size portion and prices are fair for organic, delicious and conscious kitchen. Clean bathrooms and seating available next door. Service was kind and food was always made available within 10-15 minutes Did I mention we went three days in a row when visiting from out of town? Better than any vegan cafe/delis we have in the LA area. Thanks! Looking forward to returning in the future

I was looking for a vegan restaurant to try in the area and came across Chef Tanya. There's a place for you to order and buy other pre-made foods, and there's a dine-in area in a separate building right next to it. I love the ambiance. It gave modern hipster vibes and was quiet and peaceful. The customer service was helpful. For the food, I ordered the Modern Hippie Veggie sandwich with a small side of potato salad. I love all of the colors in the sandwich, it looks aesthetic and tasted good too. The sandwich was light and refreshing to eat. I like the crunch you get from the vegetables. However i think paying $16.25 for a sandwich is pretty expensive, even if it is was good. The potato salad was alright. If I'm ever in the area again though, I definitely would want to come back and try their other menu items. Random note: banh mi being spelled as "bahn mi" on the menu bothers me a little lol

Always a staple when we are passing near Chef Tanya's! We really enjoy the Tempe Burgers there! One of a kind. I love the Guadalajara Burger and my partner loves the Gordo Chilli Chesse burger. We love the flavor from the Tempe. I hadn't tasted this anywhere so far. This place has all sorts of delicious vegan food and treats for your craving. Make sure to try that key lime parfait! That is legit sooooo amazing. This is such a cute little store filled with things you can bring back home like snacks, stickers, dried pastas, desserts, and more!

I ordered the Coachella Forever salad and the BTLA. Solid yumminess. The salad has the right amount of lettuce, cabbage, quinoa, crunch and sweetness. All bases covered! The lemony dressing was just right and not overpowering. Would order again! The BLTA was flavorful and substantial, too. The smoky tofu "bacon" reminds me of scrambled eggs in patty form, so don't expect thin crispy strips of fake bacon. It's its own thing! When you arrive, you'll notice it's in an industrial business park-like area. You walk in and it has a little deli/bodega vibe, albeit everything is vegan! You'll also notice some specialty curated pastas, sauces and very gourmet items, so definitely a cool place to pick up a few fun groceries (and desserts!) for an evening of cooking in your well-equipped resort or extended stay room. Place your order and you get your order 2 doors down in the small dining room. There's where you sit in the comfortable AC and help yourself to cold water. They bring you your food there. There are restrooms in the backroom. There are some seats and a couple of tables outside as well. After dining, we decided to pick up a snack or two on our way out. Stumbled upon this gem when we were hankering for a solid vegan place for lunch and not just a restaurant that happened to have vegan options as an afterthought. It's a short drive east of downtown Palm Springs but worth it!

The best vegan sandwiches I've ever had! The staff was so helpful and incredible with helping us cut the sandwiches in three parts so we could all share. They were so filling and flavorful, the tempeh was the best tempeh I've ever had! We also loved the private dining area a few doors down, it was so nice and clean. Chef Tanya also came out to the dining room at the end and she was an incredible gem of a human, she was so kind and thoughtful and took the time to talk to us. I am still hoping they decide to open up a shop in San Francisco, so I can eat here everyday.

I have been here a few times when I'm in town. Seems better for takeout than dine-in as the neighborhood is random and the room you can dine in is a few doors down from where you order. I like that everything is vegan and it isn't all fake meats and naughty vegan food. My last visit there I got their 2 setan tacos with cashew "crack" cheese served with soup. The setan was tasty, but I didn't really notice the cheese. Really enjoyed the soup it was served with. I also like that they have a little vegan market/storefront so that you can find some tasty treats to bring back to the kitchen. The service I've received here was also very attentive and friendly. I'll be back next time I'm in town!

Food: AMAZINNNNNNNG! Service: Julie was so kind and offered we try the chilli. It was so goooood! I'm glad we tried it and got some crackers along with it too. Food ordered: 1) Hippie sandwich - wow what is this amazingness. Love it!!! I wish I could have this daily 2) Banh mi - warm sandwich wish it had fresh cut jalapeños to add some refreshening spice to the entire sandwich. My hubs loved this more than the other sandwich 3) Chilli - absolutely delicious 4) Watermelon Lime refresher - amazing I'm sure this would be so good on a warm summer day. 5) Hibiscus refresher (2nd time I visited I got this one) - equally yummy just more sweeter than I would like!

Please go here and support local businesses! The service was a hundred out of ten. The food was great, also 100/10. The location and parking is weird but that's not their fault. They went out of their way to have a nice eating area for people and it was truly enjoyable.

One if the Vegan industry OG's. Started Native Foods, grew and expanded that business, now has a few of these, as far as I'm aware. Delicious abd unique homemade plant based deli style foods. Convenient location and parking, friendly staff, cute little store front with some shopping for specialty ingredients and little trinkets and Knick knacks. Great food, quick service. No complaints and no wonder she's managed to have multiple successful businesses now spanning over several decades. Keep up the great work, Chef Tanya!

Vegan market and deli. A little off the beaten path in PS, but a hidden oasis for sure. They are in a business park and have plenty of parking spots. It's a deli/retail space and down a few doors there is a spot with tables to eat. We took our food with us. The food is incredible. From sandwiches to salads to soups. Drinks. To consume on site or to go. Fun local products and vegan flair to shop. No photos because we ate everything so fast because it was so yummy. Can't wait to come back!

Delicious and fresh. Ordered a hippie sandwich and it was amazing! Guru chai could be creamier!

WOW. My partner and I came to this place twice in a row because we loved it that much. It's fresh, and everything we ordered, down to the raw desserts, were amazing. I'm still dreaming of the Guadalajara burger. also as busy as they were the second day we were there, the service was so kind. The ordering and eating area is separated, so it's a calm atmosphere to eat with a ton of blue butterflies as wall paper. They also sell other to go goodies. It's our favorite place to eat in Palm Springs and will definitely be returning.

Great vegan spot and i really liked the desserts. I liked the el Cubano more than the pastrami mami surprisingly since the pastrami is always talked abt. Coachella forever salad was super refreshing and the mango sauce is amazing. The fried were so good with the Siracha mayo. Definitely get the carrot cake and eat it with the soft serve! It is amazing. I will say the soft serve is good for being vegan but not just good. You get used to it while eating for sure and it starts to taste better as you keep eating. the chocolate drizzle has a liquor taste to it and for those who don't like super decadent chocolate then this is for you. Super cute inside with a lot of things to look at and all the workers are very friendly. Wish we tried the cinnamon rolls and the Mexican chocolate pudding but we weren't in Palm Springs for enough days :(

We have eaten here both times visiting the desert. The food is very tasty, vegan, and decently priced with good portions. Definitely recommend.

Stumbled along this cute store on the way back to our hotel. I did not know all the sandwiches were vegan but the tofu sandwich was delicious. They offered me a sample of the fresh juice! It was amazing and comes with a refill. Nice place to sit and eat also.

Such great, fresh food! My boyfriend and I were staying in Palm Springs and we ordered it twice for delivery while we were there because it was so delicious. We ordered the Thai Tofu Salad, Coachella Bowl, and Taco Bowl, as well as the small green side salad. Everything was tasty and you could tell they really care about the quality and freshness of the ingredients. Great pick when you want a healthier option!

Love this spot for amazing vegan food and baked good. The little shop also has some great finds. Wish one would open in LA!

Yesterday, on my birthday my niece and I visited sunny Palm Springs and I chose this spot. Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly by the staff. The amazing young lady at the counter helped us through the food options and process for dine-in. The store/restaurant had a nice selection of useful kitchen items and extras (cool stickers) for sale. OUR FOOD...one of the BEST prepared vegan meals I have ever had. The mouth watering seasonings were on POINT! We had a taste party of tacos, pozole, the amazing Guadalajara burger, mac' n cheese (not pictured) and cookies! The nice young lady gave me a for my bday! This spot is sooo worth the travel off the busy highway...I WILL BE RETURNING VERY SOON and I have shared the location with friends and family that enjoy and appreciate good cooking!

I used to love this place. However the last 10 times I have been the quality has been lacking. I would crave the Chupacabra. Dream about it. In the last 2 yrs it has gone down hill. I stopped ordering it thinking maybe it was an off day and switched to the Cubano - Cubano okay.... But after 5 tries in 2 yrs on the chupacabra the seitan is like cardboard, dry and chewy. The Bread is chewy and not delicious like it used to be. What happened here??? Sadly, I can no longer recommend my favorite sandwich to anyone! To be sure it wasn't me, and since I couldn't even finish half of the sandwich I gave the rest to my friend who agreed it was not good.

Tanya is the mother of Vegan food in the Coachella valley- she started there years before others, with innovative sandwiches and bowls with intricate combinations of vegan ingredients , spices and herbs. I particularly love her (non) BLTA sandwich but it's hard to go wrong with anything she makes.

So yummy!!!! I got the modern hippie sandwich, the lemon cake, a side of potato salad and the coco cafe drink. I was so happy with everything that I ate. This place is so good and the food is refreshing! I highly recommend eating here

This place is such a gem in the desert, I couldn't love the shop and their products more, and as a plant-based, meatless consumer of 25+ years, I'm truly delighted we have access to such a fantastic local establishment. I found their sandwiches at Tower Market, and I'm absolutely obsessed with the "tuno salad." When you visit the shop itself, in addition to the earthy decor and welcoming vibes, you'll see a mouthwatering array of vegan noshes -- from incredibly freshly-made sandwiches with creative, quality ingredient, to delectable desserts, sustainable skincare products, cute lil stickers, recycled shopping bags, you name it. I just love this place. Thank you, Chef Tanya, so much, and never leave! We will keep coming every week!

AMAZING vegan joint! Loved their cafe selections and deli section of their to go foods! Will be back every time when I'm in Palm Springs! The chupacabra made fresh is delicious. I also got the egg salad sandwich in the to go section. Wish I got double of everything! Love u bye

What an amazing restaurant! This is some of the best, freshest food you will ever eat. We were lucky enough to be in town for work, needing an early dinner before driving to LA. I found this place on yelp, just an hour from our resort and I'm so so glad we tried it! We both got the taco Tuesday special and I can't recommend it enough. I honestly can't wait until we have another gig here just to go to the restaurant! Oh and we split a chocolate cupcake for dessert. Oh. My. God. Just go here and order everything. Sooooo good! PS: They also have a cute seating area inside, adjacent to the restaurant and a couple of tables outside.

this review was long overdue. Ive been going to Chef Tonya's since I moved to town six years ago, but I haven't been back in about six months while I was eating my chili beans, I found a inch long metal piece in the beans here's a picture. I'm sure it was just a fluke. But once something like this happens, it's hard to forget, just be careful.

Absolutely love the creative and healthy options that Chef Tanya creates! My favorite is the Veggie Hippy sandwich, but everything I have tried here has been top notch, fresh, and delicious. I have made this a regular stop after weekend hikes. Chef Tanya is welcoming and seems to split her time between the Palm Springs and Palm Desert locations.

I saw the 5 stars and told my golf foursome that we have to try it. When we drove up two of the four in our group screamed "It's Vegan Noooooo !" Once we calmed them down we drug them in kicking and complaining but we got them in and told them to toughen up and order something that looks good to you. They had the chili and loved it. I had the pastrami sandwich it was very good but tasted like chicken Our service was compassionate and the food was very good. The agua fresca drink was the hit of the meal It was fresh and so flavorful. I will be back

Omg came here on our way through town and the sandwich's are so good!!! I wish I had ordered more of the el Cubano to take with us because I devoured it so quick. The worker helped me figure out what I'd like best and they nailed it. The inside had lots of little health foods like a tiny market too in case you need some diet specific stuff to take home too. A nice little vegan and plant based oasis. I will buy more to take with me next time!

A unexpected cute little oasis of vegan food. We would've never found this sandwich shop if it werent for Yelp because it was tucked off the main roads (by industrial area), but I'm glad we stopped by! The front area had a little display of vegan knickknacks, like cookie mixes and curry paste, and a deli section. My only complaint is that they didn't have a sitting area so we had to eat in the car (or under a brink ledge by the tree). We ordered and picked up sandwiches, a salad, and a peanut butter parfait from the refrigerated section. The parfait was really fluffy, not overpowering of peanut and sweetened with crumbled chocolate crackers. I liked it a lot more than I expected.The caprese sandwhich was really good! It had a patty of what i think was either tempeh or seitan? I've never had either but it was pretty tasty. The El cubano sandwhich was pretty decent. The ratio of the deli meat to other fillings was a bit off for me but other than that it was tasty. i

The Cubano is super yummy! Will return to get it again and try the Banh Mi! We did try the Chupacabra and while it was good, it wasn't as flavorful as the Cubano and we enjoyed the texture of the Cubano better as well! Try this place it's worth it!

Ordered twice from here this trip for the family and everyone was very happy. I had the Bahn Mi & You which was fresh, tangy, filling and served on delicious bread. Everything was well wrapped and nicely labeled, great to have such an extensive vegan lunch offering in Palm Springs!

Wonderful food and friendly people. I LOVE Chef Tanya's Kitchen (Palm Springs) and deli carryout from their fridges frequently, I haven't been, but I've heard that the Palm Desert location is awesome--larger, with seating The delicioso jugos--strawberry watermelon--omg.

came out here for work, decided to give it a shot. would drive an hour out here again just for this sandwich. the service was also amazinggg! 5 stars!

We've gotten takeout here a few times. It's pretty tasty but also pretty expensive. We last got the Guadalajara burger and the Coachella salad. I would definitely recommend the burger- it was delicious although it was a bit spicy and I got heartburn afterwards, but maybe that's just me. I still liked it. The Coachella salad had a delicious salad dressing but the portion size was tiny and almost $20!!! I would not order the Coachella salad again. When we last went, the food was ready in a reasonable amount of time. I think they have updated the seating since I last set foot in the restaurant according to the pictures here (my in-laws usually pick up the food for us and we dine at our hotel). When we last went in 2020, the seating left a lot to be desired but it looks nicer now!

Walked in to pick up a phone order the day after Thanksgiving, and welcomed in by Tanya herself! She offered us a free dessert with our Yelp check in. Carrot cake yum! And the Vegan BLTA was devoured immediately when we got home. Fresh delicious bread, tomato, yummy mayo, vegan bacon (more like tofu), plus avocado. The watermelon Agus Fresca was the perfect companion for the desert heat. Love this spot! Wish I was in town longer to try every item on the menu!

Excellent vegan food. Everything tasty and freshly made. Great service. They also have a dining area in the next building over. Great ambiance. A must visit when in Palm Springs!

Got a sandwich here today as I felt like something that was vegetarian after eating a lot of meat over the holiday. Ordered the Bahn Mi and it didn't disappoint. The sandwich was warm and had the right proportions of ingredients which made it seem like eating a sandwich in an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Highly recommended the Pastrami Mami and the Cubano which are available at Tower Markets ready to go.

I ordered the "pastrami" type melt here with the smokey chik n pasta salad. Both were so good, tasted wholesome and nutritious, but still had the cheesy vibe I was craving. They have healthier options on their menu too. I love that their food doesn't make you feel bad, food should always be this way! The service at Tanya's is really great - I placed my order at the wrong location, and they refunded me and let me know I could place a new one at the one I was closest to very kindly. I'm not in Palm Springs often but when I am I always make sure to hit up Tanya's - delicious vegan food! P.S when they have their lemonades in the summer I always have to get one!

Absolutely amazing. The thoughts we all have of vegetarian eating isn't this. Truly a pleasure to try everything on the menu. And what a nice surprise to be able to buy so many items.

Soooo good. Vegan or not- you'll truly want to eat here. BLTA is my fave but you truly couldn't go wrong here. Highly recommended!

I always love the food here and service. Thank you everyone for your kindness. This is a great lunch spot. Wish there were more hot food options. Thank you Chef Tanja for bringing vegan options to the desert.. Not too many out here.

Excellent food and service - but the prices. Basically unaffordable for most on a regular basis. It just seems that so many businesses here cater to the wealthy snowbirds for just about everything - forgetting that year round working people are here too. Places in LA with high rent and wages and same food quality do not charge this much.

Service here is great not to mention how happy and knowledgeable all the employees are everybody super welcoming and friendly. There's so many choices to choose from you. Kind of go crazy. I love coming here lunch or dinner. The food is honestly beyond vegan expectations. Everything is delicious and cooked right. The decor and the inside of the