1. Gracias Madre
Where: 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069 (West Hollywood)
Why it's worth it: Because the butternut squash quesadillas will change your life.
2. SunCafe Organic Cuisine
Where: 10820 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604 (Studio City)
Why it's worth it: For the creamiest, cheesiest vegan mac & cheese.
3. Fala Bar
Where: 7751 ½ Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046 (Fairfax)
Why it's worth it: For the vegan falafel, of course.
4. Donut Friend
Where: 5107 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90042 (Highland Park)
Why it's worth it: For the unique combinations with vegan options.
5. Cruzer Pizza
Where: 4449 Prospect Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027 (Los Feliz)
Why it's worth it: For the vegan cheese and delicious toppings.
6. Araya’s Place
Where: 8101 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Beverly Grove)
Why it's worth it: Because the avocado curry will make your vegan food dreams a reality.
7. My Vegan Gold
Where: 4319 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90029 (Silver Lake)
Why it's worth it: For the bomb AF nachos.
8. Flore Vegan Cuisine
Where: 3818 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Silver Lake)
Why it's worth it: Because they have a delicious brunch selection, including these vegan huevos rancheros.
9. Stuff I Eat
Where: 114 N. Market St., Inglewood, CA 90301 (Inglewood)
Why it's worth it: Because the decadent soul food platter is everything you've ever wanted.
10. Scoops
Where: 712 N. Heliotrope Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90029 (East Hollywood)
Why it's worth it: Because they're constantly updating ice cream flavors so there's always something new to try.
11. Native Foods Café
Where: 1114 Gayley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024 (Westwood)
Why it's worth it: Vegan BACON cheeseburger.
12. Crossroads Kitchen
Where: 8284 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046 (Beverly Grove)
Why it's worth it: For a delightfully fancy vegan cuisine — and a fantastic brunch spot.
13. Vegan House
Where: 2703 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Silver Lake)
Why it's worth it: For the tasty chicken-less orange chick'n.
14. Shojin Japanese Vegan Cuisine
Where: 12406 Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066 (Culver City)
Why it's worth it: Because this vegan sushi is everything you never knew you needed.
15. The Vegan Joint
Where: 10438 National Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034 (Palms)
Why it's worth it: For the incredibly delicious spicy mint noodles.
16. The Gadarene Swine
Where: 11266 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 91604 (Studio City)
Why it's worth it: For the unique and colorful blackened cauliflower dish.
17. Café Gratitude
Where: 639 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004 (Larchmont)
Why it's worth it: Lots of healthy greens and funky food mashups.
18. Sage Organic Vegan Bistro
Where: 1700 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Echo Park)
Why it's worth it: Because the pesto ravioli is phenomenal.
19. Real Food Daily
Where: 414 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90048 (Beverly Grove)
Why it's worth it: For these completely LOADED not-chos.
20. Azla Vegan Ethiopian
Where: 3655 S. Grand Ave., Ste. C2, Los Angeles, CA 90007 (Historic South-Central)
Why it's worth it: For the flavorful vegan Ethiopian food.
21. The Grain Cafe
Where: 4222 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Mid-City)
Why it's worth it: For a wide arrange of filling vegan wraps and sandwiches.
