Mr.Charlie’s TMS

My partner and I can’t get enough of Mr. Charlie’s — they really are the McDonald’s of the plant-based world, but with their own clever, modern twist. From the playful branding to the nostalgic-yet-vegan menu, they’ve nailed the experience. The food is fast, fun, and comforting without the guilt, and the vibe inside is just as bold as the flavors. Every visit leaves us impressed — it’s plant-based made approachable, craveable, and downright addictive. If you want that classic fast-food fix but in a 100% plant-based way, this is the spot.

I was so excited to try the food here! I liked the burger a lot, the chicken not as much (it was fishy to me?), I feel like I can't judge the fries since they were cold :( I ended up going back and getting a breakfast sandwich that was super good and an oreo sundae I wasn't the biggest fan of. There were only 2 people cooking/washing dishes and 1 person taking/running orders, they were absolutely swamped - there was a kiosk available to order on though. Seating is minimal (a few spots both inside and outside), I love the fresh flowers at the tables. Also worth noting, it was very hot inside.

Best vegan place ever!!! As a loyal vegan who is always looking for a yummy vegan spot i can assure everyone this is the place to go!! Their food is a perfect vegan replica of the mcdonald’s menu (as my non-vegan mother can assure me) and it is so delicious even if you’re not vegan. The food is good quality and i tried the not hamburger combo and their soda is so carbonated and spicy. The atmosphere is similar to that of heaven and if you’re vegan this is the place you want to go if you want to live a happy life. I love you fellow vegans!

Great vegan fast food. Amazing fries. Small store which got packed right after we got there due to the church next door getting out.

So excited to finally try Mr. Charlie’s!! It genuinely tastes just like McDonalds but honestly better. The vegan burger and fries are insanely similar as well as the “mac” sauce. The “chicken” nuggets were okay, not my favorite but I also wasn’t obsessed with McDonalds nuggets either so I’d say they’re also kind of similar. I also tried the “chicken” sandwhich which was also very good!

I don't live in LA, I visit family often here and I'm always so excited to come here! They do a fantastic job replicating the tastes I miss from childhood but can't get since I'm vegetarian now. But even my family who eats meat will eat here, it's just good! I highly recommend trying it even if just for the cool atmosphere.

Well it is vegan junk food but I wish I had a lot of lettuce to counter the junk. At least it wasn't overly oily. Have eaten at the 'australian' store on Gadigal land a few times. It was the not chicken sandwich. I know I probably could have paid for extra lettuce but I kind of think they just should be extra regardless but it's not really even extra

Mr.Charlies tasted amazing!! Best vegan food i have had. I recommend the Charlie sauce and BBQ. I ordered off DoorDash and everything still came so fresh. If you’re thinking about try it .. go on and order it!❤️

We drove all the way from Pasadena to try this place out. We loved it. The fries are delicious and the burgers nostalgic. Two out three of my kids loved the nuggets, I thought they lacked some flavor. We also enjoyed the soft serve ice cream. BEWARE if you have kids, they have NO BATHROOMS for patrons.

After seeing a Facebook influencer video, I decided to try it out with my wife and my toddler. We drove down from Santa Clarita Valley. - Exterior impression is WOW. Very very red. Some patio seatings available. - Inside impression is not too great. A) it is a very small space. They do have stairs to go up, BUT it was closed off at the time of our visit. B) no restroom for the patrons. C) it must have been raw onions because as we entered the shop, it smelled like BO! - Food was decent BUT I felt it was on the EXPENSIVE side. Their plant based burger patties were good and from time to time I forget it is not meat. On the other hand, their plant based "chicken" nuggets were very obvious they were not meat. - Service was okay. The first cashier didn't inform us that we could get refills on fountain drinks. The second cashier did tell me only after my second fountain soda purchase. Our orders took quite a long time to come out. It wasn't busy at all. - Improvement is needed in efficiency and ventilation aspect of it. Especially the BO smell is disgusting. For the benefit of the doubt, I will say it must have came from raw onions. Need more information post on sauces available. - Parking could be a challenge depending on day of the week. We were there on Sunday so we were able to get a spot around the corner of the block.

mr. charlie's is the way, the truth, the life: i would give them 5 stars if they hadn't switched their cheese supplier to some horrible funky globby mess. but trust me. it's expensive, and i've been saving, so i don't go as often. however, there was a time when my vegan partner and i were going weekly. i'm only a little ashamed to admit that. i admire the hell out of the service here, because they always have it fresh, fast, and ready. they mean business. what i love about the meals is that they come with nuggets in addition to your sandwich and fry and trust, it fills you up. i'm a creature of habit here, but they have a relatively limited menu. i do think this is a positive since they can ensure top quality. a fresh double cheeseburger (or w/o cheese considering... y'know) meal with a special little soda will have you riding a high for a week.

It is an interesting small little restaurant. Of course similar to the obvious Golden Arches similarities. Cheeseburger was good, tasted like meat! The old school McDonald's meat! lol Small portion! The fries were a bit salty. I mean for the novelty of visiting, I would recommend it but other than that it's just a plain burger place nothing too special about it.

It's a cute little place. It looks like McDonald's. It's ALL vegan. I had a cheeseburger meal. It was delicious. The fries were nice and crispy. The service was good too. We had a little bit of a wait because it was lunch time. They cook to order so I don't mind the wait. The only thing is.... they don't have a bathroom!!!

The vegan version :-) or should I say :-( Street parking available so plan accordingly. very little indoor seating a couple seats outside so a little cramped but good vibes! Everyone was happy to be there :) This place is entirely vegan! The ice cream is potato based! The cashier offered us a small sample! My friends and I have never been here, but we're dying to try it. The cashier was so friendly and so nice, she really took her time to explain the menu to us and helped us go through each option. We told them that this is our very first time and we were eager to try a little bit of everything she then helped us pick a few items off the menu. We ended up getting two frowny meals. The meals were vegan versions of chicken nuggets, a big Mac, and the cheeseburger. Both meals came with a four count chicken, nugget and small fries so we have plenty to share amongst the three of us. I loved the vegan nuggets! They also gave us a bunch of sauces to try with them! I would definitely go back and get the vegan nuggets, fries, and an ice cream. If you're visiting for the day I would suggest stopping by and trying out a few of the menu items!

Just the vegan Mickey D replacement you were craving! The food tastes almost too close to the brand they are similar to but with less of the guilt. Cute concept and a fun experience. You order on a tablet and most food is to go from what I can see. I really enjoyed the not chicken sandwich. Their portions are nice size and made fresh and fast!

You are lucky if you find parking. You will be walking if you are eating this during the day. Luckily, for me, I was got there 40 min before they closed. I parked right in front. Took about 15 min for my order. The place is super cute inside. Very McDonald's inspired but cooler. I ordered a cheeseburger (not a cheeseburger if you catch my vegan drift) It was tasty. The fries taste just like McDonald's. The chicken nuggets are not my cup of tea but I'm also not a fan of not so chicken, chicken nuggets.

Great place for vegetarian hamburgers. I have been here several times and normally been happy with the food. It is on the expensive side and I would say it is almost too expensive for some burgers, nuggets and fries. I will absolutely return but not as often as the prices are so high. Quick service, unique concept and great ambiance.

Mr. Charlie's is a vegan fast-food chain often referred to as the "vegan McDonald's" due to its menu mimicking classic fast food items, but with plant-based options; it was founded by Taylor McKinnon and Aaron Haxton, with a strong focus on providing second chances to employees from underprivileged backgrounds by partnering with organizations like the Dream Center to hire individuals facing homelessness or addiction issues. How cool is that? The food is FANTASTIC and FRESH! If you are vegan, you will be happy - even if not, the taste is delish. I ordered the Double Not. Double plant based burger patty, double vegan cheese, pickles, diced onion, ketchup & mustard. The workers are amazing and friendly. The place is so clean too. I enjoyed my meal - worth checking out.

Well, I guess I'm not really done trying new burgers around the city, so here we go! A few weeks ago my wife and I decided it was finally time to try the Vegan McDonald's rip off and head over to Mr.Charlie's. It was around noon on a Sunday when we arrived and this place was slammed! The menu here is plastered above some kiosks, but you do in fact order from the kiosks and not from an actual employee. The menu here is pretty much a mirror image of McDonald's, only vegan and with some different names. I ended up ordering the "Mr.Chuck" value meal with some french fries and "not chicken nuggets" on the side as well. So how was the food? Well, it was pretty dang average honestly. The nuggets tasted like pretty much every single vegan nugget I've ever had, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it was just alright. The french fries were also just okay and not something I really need to have again. The grand finale? I will say, the Mr.Chuck burger was pretty good and definitely worth trying, though not really something I need to return for. Overall, Mr.Charlie's looks aesthetically pleasing. The inside of this place looks cool and even has a dope logo. The staff here were fine, but since you order from a kiosk you don't really interact with anyone much. The food was solid and I don't really have any complaints, but nothing I ate was really good enough to make me want to come back and have it again, especially for the price. Vegan fast food isn't plentiful, so if you find yourself in the area this place is definitely worth giving a chance, I know many people who rant and rave about it so this place just might be perfect for you.

If you love McDonalds and HATE KILLING ANIMALS, this place is THE BEST. Everyone who works there is amazing, and I have a feeling this place will franchise all over. Also, they do so much amazing stuff for the community - I wish they had a way to let everyone know, like a way bigger Instagram presence or a podcast!

2.5, food-wise not really good. the place is very cute and trendy and it's a nice spot to sit and eat but we didnt really like the vegan burgers. the cheeseburger for me was okay but not the best - the cheese helps. but i hate the chicken sandwich, it was very obvious in taste and texture in my opinion. my sister feels the opposite between the two. but we both hated the nuggets the most-that was very horrible, just dont order that if anything. cute place and servers were nice and let me get stickers but i wouldnt go here again for food.

Vegan burger that was just fine. Fries were a perfect McDonalds dupe (that's good imo). And the chicken nuggets were surprisingly the star of the show! The burger's main problem was the cheese. It was like goopy and not like normal American cheese, and it just kinda ruined an otherwise fine burger. The service counter was just an automated teller, so that was a bit disappointing. But it does look like what McDonalds has.. so mission accomplished, I guess. I'd come back if I was close by and wanted vegan nuggets and fries!

5/5 better than mc donald is all I'm saying. Gotta try yourself 100%. Service is 5/5 Ambiance is 5/5 quick bites

Great vegan take on McDonald's! Really enjoyed the Mr. Chuck sauce. Everything was flavorful...a little pricey for what you get but also expected since it is a healthier version.

Tip: on Mondays, they sell "Not A Hamburgers" for $0.99! Limit 2 per person. It's a very basic burger with a patty, mustard, ketchup, and pickles. But you can't beat $0.99. I was helped by Mia and she was great! Very friendly and welcoming. Keep in mind that they do not accept cash. Definitely a cool place to check out.

Loved the Mr. Sunday and frownie fries at Mr. Charlie's. Roy, the manager, was so helpful in explaining all the options, and didn't lose his big smile when 2 different people spilled their full drinks all over the floor. The Mr. Sunday was a vegan version of the Chik-Fil-A sandwich, which I've never had so had no measure of comparison. I got it without cheese. The chik'n was seasoned perfectly and the sauce was delicious, and apparently made in house. It was like a mix of bbq and mayo. The fries were exact replicas of McD's. The interior is tiny with only two standing tables. There's also some outdoor seating with heat lamps. Definitely satisfied a craving!

SO cool! This was a fantastic experience - the food, service and design of the restaurant were awesome. Came all the way from Florida and was not disappointed!!

The food is FANTASTIC and FRESH! We ordered the extra large Big Mack Meal. The meal came with and chicken nuggets This food taste better than that other Mc Place ..lol... The workers are amazing and friendly. The place is so clean too. We all enjoyed our meal. Shout Outs to ROY and the Cooks! Roy was very very kind and friendly.

My happy place. I only wish they would expand to outside LA. I am in Houston and I desperately need a Mr. Charlie's to satisfy my fast food fix. The meal instantly took me back to my childhood. They way they captured the Happy Meal in all its glory well back in the day. If you are an eighties kid then you know what I mean. I had to purchase one for my mom and sister. The food did not make it home. We devoured it in the car. I ordered the burger, fries, nuggets, and a drink. Until I can get back to LA, a girl will dream......send one our way!!!

This is a very sad place and you can see it on every corner of the store. Even their manager didn't smile one bit. The sandwich was okay. Nothing very special about it. Even the fake meat was razor thin. The "British" fries had nothing British about them. Just plain fires. The store was tiny but seemed very clean. I don't think I would come back.

Overall, great visit! We were able to park on the street almost right in front of the restaurant and ordered directly on a screen at the front (there is also the option to order with the cashier). Ambiance was very cool and just as I imagined. One of the downfalls is the lack of indoor seating (there is an upstairs but it is only for storage). There are some tables outside but we opted to grab it to go. For around $17 a meal (fries, drink, four nuggets, and a hamburger), it's definitely on the expensive side (in fast food terms). I'd opt for a single hamburger next time and skip the drink/nuggets. I definitely recommend getting the whole meal if it's your first time because the box it comes in is very cute! The hamburger was constructed like a McDonald's burger in my opinion and I appreciated the flavor overall. If I was in the area again, I'd stop by for a burger.

One of the best Vegan burgers I've ever had. An employee named Prince made it exactly how he likes it. My kudos to that man because he made my burger experience amazing. This burger felt like home. Something your Mom would make on a Friday night dinner.

Yummy vegan food, if you miss having a fast food burger because ur vegan now this is a great alternative. Very pricey but most vegan places are. I really enjoyed the breakfast sandwich and fries, the chicken and chicken nuggets are great too but sometimes they are over cooked and hard. The fries are good but again only half the time because someone forgets salt and other times it's over cooked and hard. Burgers are yummy but the McChuck was so sloppy it fell apart so I couldn't enjoy. The sauces are good but for some reason different month to month, for instance the white sauce was sweet today but I remember it being very garlicky last time, the green one is my fav. The light orange is like a Big Mac sauce or secret sauce from in n out. Great service too! Hardly any parking and never any tables to eat at.

I have had this place on my radar for 2+ years all the way from San Diego. Tonight I got to try it for the first time!!! The reviews are not lying when they say this place is so good! The inside is very cute and the staff is very nice. If you put the Mr. Charlie's Frowny Meal side by side with the other Mc place, Mr. Charlie's Frowny meal would always win. My husband and I tried the Number 2 and Number 5 Frowny meals. So delicious! We also couldn't resist and also got a side of tater tots and a not chicken sandwich. Our favorites were HANDS DOWN - the cheeseburger, nuggets, and fries. I'm gonna be coming back again for sure, but please open up a location in San Diego!!! We'll meet again soon Mr. Charlie

We visited for the 1st time 2 years ago while vacationing in Los Angeles. We had such a great visit that we had to come back while in town. The food and experience were phenomenal. The staff was so friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. We love the whole look and feel of the restaurant and my son really loves the boxes the food comes in and even saves them. I used to eat McDonald's as a kid and the tastes were so similar and so delicious. Loved everything we ordered and my son can't wait till the next time we visit!

Wow.. I do not have enough good things to say about this place. I didn't know what to expect when my boyfriend told me we were going to a plant based version of McDonalds, but I was impressed. From the branding of the store itself, the menu selection, and the flavor, I would highly recommend this spot over any other 'junk' food spot in LA. We tried the single patty cheeseburger, the big mac, chicken nuggets, fries, and tater tots. Everything was SO GOOD. We left not feeling like we ate junk food at all. Come to SD PLEASE!

Horrible person with lousy attitude works behind the counter, looks at you but never offers to help or assist with order. We ordered few times from here during the week but after this encounter; I know I am done! They were even busy and she acted like a Moran that didn't give a shit.

Ahhh I am actually really sad about this review because I wanted to try this for years! 1. I'm not vegan, so I don't have much experience with other fast food vegan food. 2. I got this delivered so it wasn't the warmest/freshest So the price is kind of crazy for what is quite literally the McDonald's equivalent for vegan food and the quality is also the same. I think I just expected something phenomenal or identical to an original burger, so I think if you lower your expectations and ignore the price it would be good (especially if you're vegan)

Today I ordered the not chicken sandwich and it was absolutely delicious! The patty was tender and extra crispy. I also got the not chicken nuggets. Very crispy and the closest thing I've had to McDonald nuggets. The ambiance was trendy and relaxed. They had a small area to sit inside and outside. The service was fast and friendly. Overall, this place was amazing. Total price for the burger and nuggets was around $21. A bit pricey but I'd say worth it. Highly recommend

The food taste exactly like McDonalds. I mean exactly! I ordered the double cheeseburger (added tomato and lettuce) with fries and a lemonade. I wanted to give them one less star for having such a small space but it's not their fault. Given people's aversion to "vegan" meat they are likely fighting an up-hill battle. All you "pro-beef" McDonalds loyalists, give them a chance!

It's SO Nostalgic !!!!!!!! For me to be able to eat McDonald's at my big age and not have to worry about the health concerns. Each meal comes with a burger, 4pc nugget & a mountain valley water. The food tastes no different from McDonald's! This was such a great way to incorporate healthy and sustainable food into fast food. The service is wonderful. They have great customer service with awesome grooves while you wait. There is an outdoor seating area if you choose but the branding for this place is unbelievable! They have signature branding for everything. What a way to change perspective. I love it!

Mr Charlie's is now my favorite place to have a good cheeseburger and fries and ice cream Service was great The food and the music combined made all the best experience My new burger joint from now on

Slowwwwww, never seen people work so slow. Avoid I don't know what happened to this place, but the workers definitely have no desire to work at all.

Mr. Charlie!! Everything I Ordered was Very Good! Thank You Mia for the suggestions! Mia was very nice and gave good recommendations! I got the vegan burger and they had a special 2 for $0.99! (Yum, Yum) The Chicken Nuggets were Hot and Delicious the Chicken Sandwich too! But what topped the meals off were the Sauces!! So Glad We Stopped in! I tasted all of it! the cross streets are Clinton & La Brea in Los Angeles! I Loved the Red Interior and the outside is what captured our attention! We saw on TikTok or IG and that's what made us stop! Vegans You gotta stop in! OH BY THE WAY I FOOLED MY HUBBY! I Brought some home and he said this good! Then when it was gone I told him it was Vegan

Great and tasty vegan burgers, we liked everything we tried, will definitely visit again!

A delicious, plant-based dupe of one of the most recognizable chains -- but so much better! I had the Mini Frowny meal which included one Not Cheeseburger, two nuggets, fries and a drink. Overall, everything was really good but IMO, the star of the show was the nuggets Cheeseburger - 8/10. Delicious, gooey and packed generously with pickles (which I loved!) the onions tasted really fresh and it was a satisfying burger overall Nuggets - 10/10. Absolutely just delicious and it mimicked chicken really well. From the texture, crunch on the outside and taste/juiciness, they tasted like the real thing here and paired well with both ketchup and also chipotle dip (you get two sauces with this meal) Fries - 9/10. Really good and I liked that they weren't super crunchy! Could use a bit more salt though Parking: depending on the time you go, there's metered street parking in front of Mr. Charlie's. If you park in the residential areas behind it, you can stay there for two hours (if it's not a street sweeping day)

I've had Mr. Charlie's twice this week and once a while back. I'll say my first experience was not a good one. I had the chicken sandwich meal and was very disappointed in the taste and freshness However, this week I decided to give them another go and I'll say the Fromy Meal Not a Hamburger that comes with a vegan hamburger, nuggets, fries, a drink and 2 dipping sauces was on point. The Drew (chipotle + bbq) sauce was my fav then the sweet and sour sauce was also good. Since I reside nearby I got it delivered via COCO a delivery robot operated by a human Everything was super tasty and fresh except for the fries. I've not had a fresh batch of the fries yet and it's been 3 attempts so far. So either the fries are only good the first minute or they've been giving me bad batches. Nonetheless, it's still worth a try. Love that they have sparkling water as an option and unique beverages that you haven't heard of I've only done takeout so not sure what the ambiance is like to dine in but every time I've called to share my experience they've been very kind, professional and apologetic about their service and quality failures

Knowing that it's vegan helped me stomach something like McDonald's. So I loved that! The service was OK, better the second time I came around. The ambiance super casual. Overall, I'd go back.

We had an amazing experience visiting Mr Charlies, and I have to say it lives up to some of the hype. I came for the gimmick of it but walked away impressed that it is not a cynical cash grab but the real deal. They really seem to walk the walk in trying to be a change for good. As far as the food, I will couch my comments by saying I haven't eaten McDonalds in over 10 years or more so I'm basing this on childhood memory, but the "meal" with a Mexican Coke is virtually indistinguishable from McD's. To be fair, their food is so completely over processed, how would you be able to tell the difference. Personally I'm not sold on that vegan food is healthier, if you have to process something to that degree to make it indistinguishable from the real food. Just one example, a lot of vegan cooking replaces butter with a trans fat like vegetable shortening. But if you're eating it occasionally, it's probably fine. The manager (owner?) is amazing. Very friendly and attentive. Very enthusiastic in what they're doing in hiring homeless and others transitioning off the streets. They seem to be getting a lot of success and doing good things with it. I'm excited for them.

This place treated me like garbage when I was picking up an order. Unfriendly customer service. Wouldn't dare come here again. Oh, and their logo is borderline copyright infringement too.

If you want to eat McDonald's slop and still want to be vegan or anti-corporation, then you have Mr. Charlie's. Their food is more expensive than McDonald's, but tastes a bit better and it's not as expensive as a good quality burger meal. I got the junior combo with a cheeseburger, two nuggets, small fries, and a drink. The fries are on point while the burger and nuggets somehow taste more artificial, in a good way ig. They also have some rare drinks: I got the pear and elderflower soda, which sounds like something you'd find at IKEA. Personally I want a quality burger that's also made about of real meat so I think I'll just pass on Mr Charlie's.

Definitely gives you anti Mcdee vibes! But you can't deny the aroma when it punches you in the face! If you closed you're eyes you would think you're in a McDonald's! The meals I tried were Impossible burgers are reasonably priced. The Big Chuck! Now I haven't had a Big Mac in almost 20 years but this would have fooled me! The nuggets are bomb and the chipotle, and the big chuck sauce were the winners. If you're into trying new things and you miss eating unhealthy Mcdonald burgers this is a must have! The only concern visiting was they offer no area to wash your hands like its 2020. But they did offer hand sanitizer and you can only imagine what fries with the essence of hand sanitizer taste like.

This is a hit or miss, times we have came here the service was great and the not cheese burger and fries were made to perfection. Other times it had been a bit dirty inside the fast food joint and the food spoke to that. Cold dry fries and a bland tasting burger. The service would also vary. I think I've had my fix of more bad times than good so I'm pretty much over coming here now.

I've ordered Mr. Charlie's a few times over the last few years since they opened. My patronage of this place comes in phases. It's a cool concept and I'm always rooting for vegan spots but sometimes it just doesn't hit the same. My hamburger and fries are the best items. The nuggets that come in the combo are a typical soy nugget that needs to be drenched in a sauce. I typically order with my partner because he loves this place. There are definitely better vegan junk food spots in LA.

Update: just learned from an LA Times article that this place is mission-driven, including providing a space for artists to display their work and employing individuals transitioning from homelessness or incarceration. I'll def be back to support -- it's not only DELICIOUS but supports great causes. ------ Wow. This fake/satire McDonalds was surprisingly good! The vegan versions tasted just the same as real McD's in a great way, except better because they were extra hot and fresh. The fries were a dead ringer for the real thing, and the cheeseburgers (impossible foods meat patty) and nuggets were absolutely delicious. Each regular and mini Frowny meal comes with two sauces--I suggest the cilantro mayo! The mini meal was the perfect size for $12.99 but if you want extra fries and nuggies go for the regular size Frowny meal at $15.99. Much more $ than McD's I know, but the portions, quality and flavor are worth it. I only wish there was a toy! The location at La Brea is bright red and yellow and super fun for photos. It looks like a pop up but yet they've been here about a year and it's not leaving any time soon! I def recommend trying them out -- two locations in LA (La Brea) and Venice Beach. Do you think they taste like McD's too? Let me know what you think!

What a fun concept! Of course very nostalgic being a vegan version of McDonald's. They nailed it with the bright yellow and red, the clown, and the happy meal boxes. The food is so similar as well. The fries look and taste EXACTLY like McDonald's. The McDouble (their version is the "say cheese") was extremely similar as well with the mustard, ketchup, and pickles. The chicken nuggets were delicious and the breading was pretty close, but the taste is not as spot on to McDonald's as the other items we tasted. The person at the counter was very informative and patient as we asked questions about the menu, which was helpful as this was our first and maybe only time visiting as out of towners. PLEASE open more locations around the country, and if not, Chicago will do!

I will never go to McDonalds again. This is my new spot for that fast food craving, but removes the guilt. Order in advance or know there may be a lil wait, but it's clearly because they're quite busy.