True Food Kitchen

Loved it! Had one of the pizzas and the grilled cauliflower and this fruity drink called the hangover. Little bit pricey but worth it in my opinion. A date night would easily be $100+ but I would consider it. The service was very good. The outside seating area where I sat wasn't busy at all as neither was the inside dining area. I'll definitely come back again!

For a reliably healthy and satisfying lunch, this spot is a fantastic choice. The portion sizes are decent without being overwhelming, and the quality of the food makes it a go-to for a midday meal. The kale salad was a definite done right... prepped so that there was no trace of bitterness, just fresh, crisp greens. The turkey burger was equally impressive; it tasted wonderfully homemade, with great flavor and none of the overly salty taste you often find elsewhere. The fresh brewed teas are a nice touch, though it was a shame the green tea wasn't available so early in the day. Service had a bit of a slow start, taking a moment to get to the table after we were seated (11:00 a.m.) However, these are minor points for an otherwise excellent and healthy lunch experience. An easy go to if in the area.

Love the openness of the restaurant from the outdoor seating to the dining inside. The openness vibes has a calming atmosphere yet at a busy mall that we enjoyed. The edamame dumplings was a treat and were very yummy. Hamburger with sweet potatoe hash was a nice change from traditional heavy burger. It was quite enjoyable. Quinoa salad with avocado and chicken was delicious and would order again. Water was refreshing and no bitter or harsh taste. We ended the meal with a passion fruit tart and an Americano coffee. Treat yourself to a healthier meal without the compromise of taste and your hunger satisfied. The restaurant offers plenty of details to admire from the napkins to plates to the decor.

One of my favorite of all time restaurants. The food is excellent really well made with fresh ingredients. This restaurant is super large so there is always seating and the staff is so friendly and helpful! My favorite is the chicken sausage pizza or the spaghetti squash pizza. I have never had something I didn’t like. They have very large healthy cocktail list very unique I lobe it!

I am giving the food 4 stars because it was good, but I don't love the side options, and some of the items are a little bland or ingredient overpowering. The Service would have gotten 3 stars because the woman (a name I won't disclose) ordered the wrong food, and the when doing my finances a few weeks later I noticed she decided to give herself more of a tip then what I gave her. I left her cash, and a little extra on the card so she could have a 20% tip, and it was clearly stated on the reciept, there was no chance she would have been able to mistake that. Instead, she decided to give herself a 40% tip plus keep my 15% in cash tip. She tips herself more than half my bill. This is unacceptable in my eyes. When I called the manager to have them refund me my money she only offered to refund me the tip, and she did that thankfully, but being a manager for years if you want someone to respect your buisness and recommend it to others in a positive light I would have refunded me everything and offered a gift card for another positive experience. To me, that was careless, and now I have a bad taste in my mouth about that place and their employees. I've debated writing a review about this for a couple weeks now, but have decided that the fraudulent behavior is unacceptable and others need to be aware of this when choosing a restaurant who conducts business like this, or at least make people aware to checking there bank statements after service. Other than that, this place is gorgeously designed and has a really nice ambiance. I am really impressed with the architectural and design teams creation. A well manicured and clean restaurant. Update - After these experiences, the GM of this location reached out to me and tried to make it right. He was unaware of the situation and did his best to remedy the situation, which I appreciate greatly! He is a great manager. I admire his approach.

Upon arrival, I was warmly greeted by the front-door staff—super helpful and genuinely welcoming. Since I was dining solo before meeting friends at Civita Park, I opted for a seat at the bar. Olivia, the bartender and my server, was fantastic. She offered great suggestions, especially for dessert. I tried the Strawberry Passion Fruit Tart, and it was absolutely over-the-top delicious! For a light dinner, I had the Teriyaki Organic Quinoa with added tofu for extra protein. It was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying—a new go-to dish for sure.

When we asked for water that took 10 mins to gets Second the new fries they had aren’t great. Looked nothing like the picture. Also a dollar for a little side of ketchup is wild. We orderd another side of fries and she never gave them to us Service was bad overall she seemed to struggle

Nice place. Food is bland. No flavor. Service is slow and disappointing. First and last visit. They don’t live up to their quality and definitely not worth the price. .

Had a great experience at True Food Kitchen Fashion Valley tonight! A group of my friends and I celebrated a birthday and when our plans didn't go through to dine at Cheesecake across the street we turned to True Food, and I'm glad we did! Such a great atmosphere, great service, and delicious food. Our server, Hazel, was amazing!!! Had to try the new air fried fries and they did not disappoint! Air fried and crispy, no seed oils, and the spicy ketchup was so flavorful. The head Chef heard we had a birthday and personally dropped off my girlfriend's dessert and did a little song for us, our birthday girl was blushing so hard! We will be back for more!

Hazel was an excellent server, very personable, and had great recommendation. She was absolutely incredibl, so ask to sit in her section when you come in!

Hazel was a wonderful server and helped us with ordering, etc. She gave us helpful advice on food and drinks. We were very impressed with her as well as the food and other staff.

We made reservations but got in quickly! We were grateful they had us outside under a heater since my nephew was a little chilly. I'll always choose True Foods when I want to eat healthy, tasty food. Here's our honest review of the food: *Chicken Tender plate with ranch (4.5/10. Dry) (no pic) *Burger all American (light on calories, 7/10) (no pic) *Edamame dumplings (8.5/10) *Thai shrimp lettuce wraps (8/10) *Teriyaki bowl with tofu (9/10) (no pic) I miss their edamame guacamole with those large chips. I'm drooling even thinking about how good it was! I'd sell one of my non-essential organs to get them to bring it back.

12 bucks for fries with 3 sauces with parm Cheese. You can make your own at home and will taste better. They looked nothing like advertised and were cold to the touch. The server was also struggling here. Management needs to do better here with staff or having a wait time

Ugh I really wish I didn't feel the need to leave this review but I do. I ate here about 3 years ago and it was great!! Drinks and food were all very wonderful. Unfortunately 3 years later, when I went there tonight it was soooo not good. Espresso martini was good, the server was sweet, but the food- I was so surprised with and I wish I could say it was in a good way, but it was not... at all. I wasn't overwhelmingly hungry so I opted for a side salad with the protein option of the steak! Sounded like a perfect meal on the smaller side but would have been plenty for me. And this is from ordering the same type of item from many restaurants, as I often go out to eat all over San Diego many, many times a month. UGH this was awful. The steak portion came out cold and looked like cat poop and had next to no flavor. It got stuck in my esophagus and thank god the water got it down eventually but it was so embarrassing. I could barely talk for 5 minutes trying to get it down. My friend ordered a main salad with steak added, but it didnt come out with the steak. She waited about 10 minutes for it, but I didn't ask her how hers was because the whole thing was pretty embarrassing. It was embarassing because my side salad came out in a tiny bowl (the steak did too) and the salad in the tiny bowl looked like a baby grabbed some lettuce out of a bag and put it in a play bowl . I'm not saying this to be mean or anything, but when both of my sides arrived in these tiny bowls, it looked like I ordered off of not the sides, not a kids menu, but a baby menu. I said it was fine and we both laughed, but my friend told the server that "wait she needs like, a salad or something this is not even that" or something along those lines, and again I was embarrassed. I wanted to take a photo but also was like ok, I don't want to add to that embarassing factor of "maybe I should have just ordered a full salad to avoid all of this." I'm glad I didn't though, I added a second side salad but it was full of the bitter purple leaves and a dressing with no taste unfortunately. The small side salad was $4. Whatever, I had two of them, but probably only ate half because of the bitter purple lettuce. So $8. The steak was $8. The salad at most I would have paid $2 for. The steak, I wouldn't have paid for I would have sent it right the f back, but max I would have also paid $2. It was just such a let down because of the previous experience I've had here. Also my friend was a frequent patron and I could tell she was a little embarrassed too. I asked for a to-go box because I was going to give the few crumbles of steak left to my pups, but forgot it. I'm kind of glad I did because I don't know if they would have been able to swallow it too well, just like I had that issue of it getting stuck in my throat. Anyway, again I don't like to leave any negative review unless I truly feel like I have to, and after this experience I TRULY had to. Maybe they had an off night, I'm not sure. I suggest maybe sticking to a main plate? Avoid the protein steak option at all costs. Order a main salad unless you want just 1/3 cup of mostly purple lettuce with little flavor I'm sorry true food! I just had a bad experience, but luckily I was in good company and there was at least a nice ambiance. Besides the child next to us also whose family let them listen to YouTube at full volume for the entire 1.5 hours we were there

Loved the concept! And for healthy food, it sure was tasty! Since it was our first time, our server took the time to explain everything to us. Everything is natural, and made fresh. I don't get a picture of the burger, but it was also great. The space felt big and clean, and the food was delicious. We'll be back for sure!

On a quick lunch break my friend suggested True food as she raved about the quality and healthy bites. As the summer days warm the sky the outdoor patio was a wonderful option. The yellow awning did change the coloring of the photos so don't mind that. I decided on the lunch trio consisting of a drink, entree and a side to pair along all for $19.50. After some deliberation I decided on the pink dragon fruit lemonade, Thai basil chicken wrap and the seasonal mar We stopped in for a quick bite and ordered the trio combo Thai basil chicken wrap, passion fruit lemonade, and seasonal market salad. To be honest, the wrap was extremely dry and the lemonade was overwhelmingly tart, with the sharpness of the lemons overpowering any balance of flavor. The salad was decent, and portion-wise, the trio offered good value for the price. Unfortunately, the service left much to be desired. Our server barely interacted with us, and we watched multiple tables be seated, served, and leave before our food even arrived. Nearby, we overheard a waiter sincerely apologizing to another table, explaining the restaurant was in transition, awaiting a new head chef, and that quality had recently declined. We tried to stay optimistic, hoping it was just bad luck for the neighboring table but sadly, we left feeling similarly disappointed. We also noticed other servers engaging with guests, explaining menu options and offering recommendations, something we never experienced and that might have changed our order entirely. That said, we've enjoyed this place in the past and aren't ready to write it off. We're hopeful that with the arrival of the new head chef, the restaurant will bounce back and we can return to the dining experience we used to love.

Meh, this restaurant was somewhat disappointing. The design and layout is beautiful. Very large dining spaces, outdoor patio seating, and beautiful restroom. We had a group reservation for 8 to dine after an event. We arrived with 1 additional guest and they cancelled the reservation on Open Table, instead of acknowledging it and adding another diner. This complicates the Open Table process for users. Due to the new addition to our dining party, we were told that it would be 10 mins before we could be seated. So, several in our party went to the bar. We were at the bar for about 15 mins and noticed that 2 in our dining party were missing. As we went into the restaurant to look for them (we assumed that they were using the restroom, etc.) we spotted them at a table, seated. They told us that they were seated by the hostess and that they had been there at least 5-7mins. No one from the hostess team came to retrieve the rest of our party of 7 from the bar. In the meantime, we missed ordering fully from the Sat & Sun Brunch until 3p menu. We ordered and the food was okay. I ordered Pesto Pasta and a side if Kale salad. My pesto pasta was not green, but yellowish, and not rich. My kale salad was fresh and minimal on flavor. I believe that they have a good mantra of real ingredients and no fake stuff that they serve. Other things ordered: Grass-fed Burger with sweet potato hash side, Turkey Burger with potato side, hummus plate, and a few other items. Overall, the food was okay, and to me lacked some flavor. My horchata matcha cold beverage was good. I feel like it is made with real ingredients so that this may be why it was a but on the bland side to me. I will try again and get the salad that I was craving next time; I am sure that the salads are probably delicious.

Arrived at around 7pm on a Friday night. There were open tables but we had to wait 15 minutes before we were seated. Also took a while before the waitress arrived. My guess is they're short staffed. Appreciated that we were asked about any food allergies after placing our orders. Food took quite a while to arrive. Started with the cauliflower and brussel sprouts. Took a long time to come. They had to remake it as they included the pistachios when there was a nut allergy in our group. They were good veggie dishes. I ordered the turkey burger with the kale salad. The salad didn't have much flavor but I enjoyed the burger. Hubs and SIL went with the American burger and they both liked it - good flavor and weren't greasy. SIL ordered the sweet potato side but didn't care for them. Kiddo ordered the Margherita pizza - she said it was ok. The spritzers were a bit light on the juice but refreshing. Ordered the flourless chocolate cake and cookies for dessert. Didn't try the cookie but the cake was light and not too sweet. Like the cacao nibs for the added texture.

Been here 2x, the 1st time service was horrible as I had to walk in the back to find someone to seat us. And then when I got someone he said he was going off shift in a few minutes. Not a great first impression. At least the food was good. On the 2nd visit it was a 180 degree turn as service was attentive and food was also great. No complaints and it sounded as if my first visit was just an off night. For sure will be back!

Saturday, 3-01-2025: My youngest sister arranged this family meetup in celebration of our parents' 65th wedding anniversary. There was eleven of us in attendance. Reservations were made in advance so we were seated right away. This place is impressive. It's a unique, classy aesthetic with both an industrial and rustic vibe. It is rather spacious as it also affords outdoor dining. Our server was adequate. He wasn't overly friendly but he did provide as we requested. Perhaps our big group overwhelmed him. Their menu also offered brunch options since it was 11-ish. Everything looked so good and so healthy! My hubby got the pepperoni pizza and I opted for the Korean Bowl with antibiotic free chicken. We enjoyed the food, ambiance, and each other's company. It's definitely worth a return!

Long overdue review. We dined 2 months ago after I finished my LSAT. Hayley's service was amazing. She was very energetic and sweet. Most importantly, she was on top of marking tables so we didn't have to flag anyone down for things we need. Food was okay. The pesto pasta was outstanding. Other than that, the rest was good but I probably won't order them again. A very nice casual spot with airy and spacious interior. I don't know if I would return personally because the food is not my cup of tea but I appreciate the wonderful experience provided by our server.

True Food Kitchen is a a new American restaurant with lots of great vegetarian and vegan options. Although located among a series of dining options for shoppers at the Fashion Valley mall, True Food Kitchen stands out. It has a breezy, outdoor seating area that provides a calm, SoCal centric atmosphere to enjoy a great meal. The staff was incredibly kind and even for a Sunday brunch, it did not seem overly crowded. We started with the blueberry lemon muffins as an appetizer. They were delicious and a must order if you come here, 9/10. We each got the pomegranate spritzer for a drink and it was a delicious, 8/10. The Southwest Tofu Scramble was pretty good, but nothing too out of the ordinary, 6/10. Lastly, we got their vegan cookie and ice cream dessert and it was delicious, 8/10. I highly recommend saving room for dessert and ordering this if you get a chance. The restaurant is spacious and we did not wait long for our meal. Overall, I would recommend True Food Kitchen to anyone in the Fashion Valley Mall for a quality meal. We'll hopefully be back!

Went there for the first time this weekend but was not Impressed by the food nor the service. Our food was merely acceptable yet it took quite long to come out. Ee ordered a salad and chicken parmesean. We only saw 3 cooks and a lady handling the pizza oven side, so definitely need more cooks for such a a large restaurant. Our waiter took our order and never checked in with us, not even to fill our drinks! We had gone to a True Food in Porto, Portugal and it was a totally different experience!

Tried due to recommendation of a friend. Food was amazing, tasted so fresh and delicious. Went on a busy Saturday night, did a reservation so I'd recommend to do so as we didn't have to wait at all to be seated. Parking can be difficult since it's in Fashion Valley Mall and it gets packed. Vibe was simple, classy and clean. The service was good though it did take awhile for things to come out and one item ended up being forgotten but was quickly fixed. The crime of passion cocktail was strong and tasty. Butternut squash pizza was surprisingly good, not too sweet. My chinese chicken salad was satisfying, creamy from the avocado with a hint of spice from the sauce. The poke bowl was very fresh and better than the shops that sell poke. The flourless chocolate cake was moist and delicious, very dark (68% cacao if I recall) so the ice cream on top complimented it well. Loved this place!

My husband and I stopped by on Saturday for lunch. We were seated immediately at the outdoor counter. We received waters and got our orders submitted right away. And then, after my espresso martini was delivered, we proceeded to wait. And wait. And wait. Customers around us who arrived after received their food, some finishing up and paying. Our server never came by to check in with us. I asked another server to please check. The manager came later to apologize and say that my (one) pancake was being cooked. Another wait. My husband's tofu dish (too small for the price) and my one pancake finally arrived. My pancake had cooled off too much. The manager proceeded to get me another one, which came out in a more timely manner. Our order was simple and small; it was a disappointing experience. Thankfully the martini was excellent (and so was the company).

I've been to a True Food Kitchen before and they are pretty solid in their service. I was sad that this location has a wonderful outdoor area but it smelled like sewage regularly throughout our lunch. If you want to eat at this location, I highly recommend indoor seating

Located near the Cheesecake Factory. The parking garage and lots nearby get full quickly. They have lots of seating inside and out. Service was bad. I ordered at the bar. It took more than 15 minutes for someone to acknowledge me and take my order and then about 20 minutes for my order to be ready. There were only 3 or 4 other parties seated at the bar (they had all already been served and had food). Staff were reluctant to take my order since I was ordering to go. I guess order online if you want something to go. When my order was ready and they brought the bag out it sat at the counter until I could get the bartender's attention to hand it over. The bag didn't have utensils or napkins and was taped shut so I couldn't even check before leaving. Frustrating. Tried: Buffalo chicken sandwich - the bread was too soft and doughy, needed to be toasted. Chicken was okay, had buffalo sauce on the outside. Salad was just ok, had nothing but lettuce/dressing. Awful experience.

I ordered the burger with French fries couple of weeks ago and they forgot to give me my fries and it was to go. I Went today and the Manager gives me the same order on the house. Great managements and the food was very delicious. Thank You

True Food Kitchen had deliciously fresh food in an open airy space (a wonderfully refreshing venue for a mall location) with service that did not disappoint! We visited on Black Friday and the mall was mobbed but quality and service at True Food remained en pointe! Thai Peanut Noodle Bowl Wild Caught Tuna Poke Bowl Grass Fed Burger Iced Lavender Matcha Latte Peach Lemonade TFK Wellness Shot All our hand crafted dishes were beautifully presented and were absolutely delicious. The Wild Caught Tuna Poke Bowl was an amazing presentation of flavors, a fantastic stand out, also noting that the portions of Tuna could be ordered in different sizes! Highly recommended!

The shiitake pickled mushrooms were delicious and the guacamole I could've eaten 5 gallon drum of that

I have been wanting to try this place for years! The location is spacious and is perfect for groups. They have a good kids menu that my kids enjoyed. The poke bowl I had was very tasty. I was looking forward to trying the crime of passion drink. Unfortunately, they were out of a couple of ingredients. I tried the indigo drink and that was a delight. Our server was friendly and attentive. Definitely would like to come back in the future.

The food here is always delicious and made fresh. The restaurant has a bright and airy atmosphere, perfect for a casual lunch or dinner. The menu boasts a wide variety of healthy and delicious options, making it easy to find something to satisfy everyone's taste buds. Pizza had such great flavor, especially with an egg on top, which was perfect for lunch. The service was friendly and attentive, and the prices were reasonable for the quality of the food. I highly recommend True Food Kitchen to anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Loved the squash/pumpkin soup. Food overall good. Grass fed burgers get cooked not to order. Service usually good too

Good service and healthy food. A tad pricey, but it's still my go to for when running errands at Fashion Valley. Thanks for providing truly healthy options!

Immediately greeted and put on the list. Friendly staff, great service and a good atmosphere.

I have been going to this True Food for years, and I always leave feeling nourished. I love the brunch menu but I also come for happy hour and dinner. I also love the beverage menu especially the green tea and sustainable wines. The staff is also a highlight of visits as they are always cool with accommodating my special requests while I am made to feel like an inconvenience at other restaurants for my dietary restrictions. Thank you True Food for deliciously nourishing me!

I've been eating at True Food for years, at other locations, this was my first time here and sad to say, my last. The worst experience we've had. Came around 2:30, to beat the lunch crowd, but it didn't matter, it took our waitress FOREVER to meet us, forever to bring water, and then the food took FOREVER! And then the food came.. We ordered edamame dumplings, and was so disappointed with the portion and the presentation, and lacking in flavor. We ordered the chips and guacamole. The guac was good, but the chips were the worst chips I have ever been served. They we hard and stale and inedible. We asked for veggies so we could eat the guac. We ordered the cauliflower which didn't come until after our meals, and the portion side was so small. All the portion sizes are small. Nothing was delicious today, and everything was a disappointment. We will not be back.

This restaurant has a lovely atmosphere. There's more outdoor seating than indoors and there's a ton of seating and variety of tables and some tables that are half couch and half chairs. The outdoors is completely covered with a patio and each table also has an umbrella. Definitely go here if you're meeting up with a friend at the mall or something because there's lots of nice seating and the food is decent. The food is relatively overpriced, which I don't mind if the food actually tasted good, but it's a very simple menu, and there's honestly nothing on the menu that is unique. As for the grass-fed steak, it wasn't even cooked to a temperature, it was just a thin steak cut up and sprinkled on the salad, not really worth the additional $8. The Korean noodle bowl was relatively small as well. The service kind of left something to be wanting, I know it was a Saturday evening but it was tough to find our server and everyone seemed very busy even though the restaurant wasn't full. I think maybe they must have been short staffed that day.

This was such a great spot in Fashion Valley. We had great food and service. Our server was super attentive and provided great feedback about the menu items. We sat outside, which was great for my little one. She enjoyed the fireplace and the open space to run around.

Great food. The menu is unique comparing to many other restaurants. It's a must try for the experience.

Update: The general manager of the restaurant gave me a call for service recovery. A very nice gesture and I will be coming back to try the dish again. The GM stated that he will also taste the dish for better idea of what I described it as. I ordered the bolognese lasagna (turkey, ricotta, basil). I was very excited to eat this since I haven't had True Food in a long time and I support sustainability and in healthier food options. I was disappointed in my dish. My first bite was so salty, I only ate 1/3 of the dish. I couldn't finish it and started to experience a headache and dry mouth. I feel that the dish is definitely over a person's daily sodium intake. Restaurant was clean Welcomed by helpful staff My dish, meh...

The menu is seasonal so the items you see on Yelp aren't always available when you go to True Food Kitchen. The turkey burger is good and healthy. I wish they added more lettuce because the two thin pieces would fall out when we picked up the burger. I had the quinoa bowl with sweet potato and it tasted earthy. You would feel rejuvenated and healthy after eating here. The staff is also friendly. We had a few allergy questions and she answered them patiently. The chocolate flourless cake is the decadent desert that you should try. The cocoa crunchy bits add texture to their house made vanilla ice cream, which melts to the warm cake. The flavor is really rich so I recommend sharing it with someone.

Still so good! Tom & Eva at the bar were so accommodating and nice even though they were busy busy! They allowed me to use my laptop for a few hours and get some work done.

Came here on a Saturday around dinnertime and we were seated right away without an RSVP, which was great. What I got: - The ultimate pot roast beef dip: braised Verde Farms organic 100% grass-fed beef, horseradish aioli, parmesan, au jus (taken from website) -- This was good, the roast beef was cooked well and seasoned nicely. The au jus was slightly too salty for my taste, but overall, I liked this! I got a side salad with it and it helped cut that saltiness by adding a little freshness to the sandwich. - Southwest bison sausage pizza: Force of Nature regenerative grass-fed bison sausage, charred scallion salsa verde, mozzarella, cotija, jalapeño, organic DiNapoli tomato sauce, Vital Farms pasture-raised fried egg (taken from website) -- We got this pizza to share and it was really good! Flavored well and that egg on top added a little something extra! - Blueberry crumble sundae: Cosmic Bliss organic grass-fed ice cream, organic blueberry compote, marcona almond & date crumble VEG GF (taken from website) -- This was the perfect way to end our meal; it was not too sweet or filling either which was the vibe we were going for. Overall, my family and I all enjoyed our meal. The waitstaff was incredibly kind, attentive, and were really sweet to my toddler niece. It is a great spot to dine at if you are shopping in Fashion Valley and want a meal that is more on the lighter side so you're not walking around all bloated lol.

I went there with my family and we had a great time! Our server Rafaela was absolutely incredible! She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we sat down.

First I will say, our hostess and server were attentive and very nice. Now the ick! I really resent paying a lot of money for poor plated food. My husband ordered a burger which was decent, but served with dead lettuce. I ordered soup which had to be sent back to be heated. Not a slice of bread or cracker in sight! Unloved, uncreative kitchen. Buyer be aware.

Probably the best locations I've gone to in SD because the food always comes out hot and the service is always top tier. We've even had the head chef come out to deliver food to our table a couple of times, we felt so VIP! Seems like the management team and servers got this location locked in which makes the dining experience always so pleasant and special. It's my family's go to from Mother's Day to Sunday brunch after church. Clean yummy food and friendly servers! Cant go wrong.

I was invited to try this place during a work trip, and it was delicious! I had the tulsi tea and the spicy panang curry bowl, which was so hearty and felt good for the soul. It was a rainy day when I went with my group, and it was certainly a cozy lunch. The overall restaurant was clean and beautifully decorated, I wish I had the chance to take pictures of the ambiance! The service was helpful, and so nice. They were certainly very peppy and ready to answer any of our questions. I only wish that the spicy curry was a little bit more packed with the black rice, to make it more filling, but overall, it was delectable. Next time I'm in town, I'll certainly come back.

First time trying this place. My wife got the Chicken Sandwich with the gluten free bun and loved it. The Gluten-free bun was delicious which is hard to come by. I got the Tenderly and they nailed it. We also got the Watermelon salad that also was a homerun. Overall. Delicious food. Good service. Would try again and recommend

Lunch while shopping the mall. We have a picky eater and GF kid. This place fit the bill. We all started withe the lemonades, pink and peach were available. Yum! Pink is sour, peach is sweeter. My eldest GF kid got the GF pizza with sauce and shredded mozzarella. Pretty big size and filled him up. My youngest had the peanut noodles. He said it was "missing something" but couldn't quite put his finger on it. Said it may have been "bland?"...something. I got the Tuna Poke bowl. It was beautiful when it arrived. Very tasty! The fish was fresh the black rice was different. Recommend. Super nice waiter! Andrew. Helped with our accommodations on the menu. Thanks guys!

Large party with a reservation. I ordered the tenderloin, my son got the cheese pizza, my husband got a spicy chicken sandwich. My steak was ordered medium- came out well cooked and lukewarm, my son's pizza came out piping hot he couldn't eat it and the cheese slid off all his slices, and my husbands chicken sandwich was 2 chicken strips and cold. Server forgot another dish for another person at our table and didn't do anything to try and make it right- simply said it was forgotten. Waters and drinks were never refilled. Cake dessert came out cold. No one cares here.

What here when I was in vacation. This place is located at a mall so if you need to do any shopping you're good to go. It also has outdoor seating and the restaurant is a pretty good size and will a company a big groom of people. We had a party of 9. Service was ok not or no one the brag about. The food was delicious. I had the ahi poke salad. It came out fresh and it was delicious. We also had a chocolate cake with was yummy too.

Some days it just works out, midweek self love lunch date at a nice place, with a chill vibe, healthy yet tasty food options, and spicy tea that makes my tummy happy. I had the Spicy Panang Curry with Salmon and the Tulsi tea. That with my journal, good service and iceless water, I was a happy camper. Walked out feeling like the fancy, I eat lunch out, version of myself. Will definitely do again soon, and keep True Foods as a top choice.

We wandered over to TFK because the restaurant next door was packed with a longer wait than we were capable. With two children tired and hungry after a long day of travel and delayed flights, we decided to try it out and I'm so glad we did. We immediately noticed there were plenty of open spaces. There were still many patrons but this is a large place. The hostess asked our preference for inside vs outside seating. Hastily, we said whatever is available. She brings us inside, and it's too cold so we opt for outside. The wait is suddenly longer due to the waitress being too busy. The manager perhaps?...I don't know, cute curly blonde guy in the green shirt, sees the kids are struggling and makes the seating happen now. Thank you good sir! We get seated and immediately order some food for the kids. Mac and cheese and a cup of tomato soup. When the waitress returns, we ordered chips and quacamole, the Turkey burger, the chopped salad with added chicken (a seasonal offering) and a glass of wine. I didn't realize it was happy hour and was very excited to know I was now paying $6 for a glass of wine vs $15. Neat. Let's talk food. Wow. Guacamole was fire. Deeeeeelish. Great texture, great flavor. Pine nut topping is so fun. Needs to be served with more chips though. There were like 6 chips. It's ok, we put the rest of the guac on our burger and salad. My husband said the turkey burger was good, didn't get much more detail on that from him, however, my salad could not have been more satisfying. The toppings were just so fun and refreshing: jicama, dates, white cheddar, cranberries and more! With the chicken added, it was the perfect meal to fill me up but also not make me miserable. So of course we opted for dessert. We got the strawberry crumble bar with ice cream and it was amazing. So so happy. Bonus points: my exhausted daughter fell asleep on my lap on the comfy couch on the patio. Minus points: my glass of wine took 20 minutes to arrive. As a bartender, I was confused by this. I realize there's a line of other drinks in front of mine, probably more complicated than pouring a bottle of wine, but this seemed a bit long. Our waitress was very sweet though, and even offered to bring my son extra "truffle mouse" to make his Mac and cheese more "cheesy". I will absolutely be back. The food at this place was right up my alley. So fresh and seasonal and just some really amazing options very different from most of the other chain/frozen options out there. Thanks TFK!

We have been patrons of True Food in Fashion Valley since about 2018. The food has been consistently healthy, prepared well and delicious. In the last six months, we have noticed an even higher quality of food, with more variety and periodic special options at attractive prices. We always feel seen and valued by the staff, from the front desk to the service staff and certainly to the kitchen. One of our favorite spots in San Diego. And tonight, we'd like to thank our table engineer, Michael, who built a wonderful experience. He was very patient with our somewhat complex food orders. Thanks Michael!

The service here is amazing! My girlfriends and I came to meet up, and we were impressed by how attentive the staff was--our water was never allowed to get empty. I ordered the poke bowl, and it was both delicious and filling. The restaurant is conveniently located inside FV Mall, so you can shop 'til you drop and still enjoy some fresh, organic food afterward. Highly recommend this spot for great food and excellent service!

This is such a good place for a light hearty lunch. The only thing is that they are very often short of staff which can take a while for the food to come out and get seated but other than those variables the food is very good.