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Elf Cafe

Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant$$$$
East LA, Los Angeles
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Elf Cafe
8.6/10
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    Syuzi
    "Grab a bottle of wine from city sip and enjoy a tasty meal"(3 Tips)
    Echo Park Books
    "Ask for the spicy kale salad with crispy oyster mushrooms on top."(3 Tips)
    VegNews Magazine
    "Fresh Citrus Kale Salad"(3 Tips)
    TOMS
    "vegan shishkabob & spicy lentil soup."(2 Tips)
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  • LAist
    LAistMay 26, 2015
    Chef David Martinez's Mediterranean-flavored dishes include king oyster mushroom kofta with saffron cous cous, scallion yogurt, crispy chickpeas and orange blossom dates. Read more
  • TOMS
    TOMSJanuary 30, 2012
    This 10-table treasure (run by former indie rockers) is an excellent spot to bring a bottle of wine (low corkage fee!) & try classic dishes w/ a twist, like the vegan shishkabob & spicy lentil soup.
  • VegNews Magazine
    VegNews MagazineAugust 29, 2012
    The Fresh Citrus Kale Salad is the perfect healthy, refreshing meal for a hot summer’s day. Avocado, hemp seeds, and oil-free tamari dressing make it as hearty as it is nourishing.
  • Tasting Table
    Tasting TableJuly 12, 2012
    Start with the Buffalo-fried oyster mushrooms with harissa. Then move on to other dishes that include different kinds of the fungi, appealing to vegetarians and meat-eaters alike: Read more
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    Go Find AliceAugust 8, 2013
    Don't understand the hype about the kale salad here. I usually love kale and salads (and of course most things vegan) but this was not very tasty!
  • Echo Park Books
    Echo Park BooksJuly 15, 2010
    Ask for the spicy kale salad with crispy oyster mushrooms on top. Not on the menu, but an amazing combo introduced to me by Hot Knives (www.urbanhonking.com/hotknives) chef Evan George. Yumyum...
  • Robert B.
    Robert BJune 15, 2013
    AMAZING!!!!! Food is ACE and the staff is awesome! Best food I have had in a long time!
  • kevin g.
    kevin griffithMarch 15, 2010
    this tiny bistro in Echo Park owned by a local band boasts a small but robust and flavorful selection of mediterranean fair, FYI bring your own bottle of wine, tends to be a small wait on weekends... Read more
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    GillianDecember 23, 2014
    Everything is absolutely delicious without any "for vegetarian food" qualifications.
  • Christina P.
    Christina P.December 29, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Crispy oyster mushrooms and that ragout - yum! $5 flat rate corkage for as many bottles as you'd like. Tip well. Make reservations.
  • Oli I.heart icon on user image
    Oli IsaacsJuly 24, 2018
    The food here is so good. Really nice intimate vibe too.
  • Isis M.
    Isis MasoudMarch 3, 2012
    delicious & affordable vegetarian cuisine! Go for the avocado/tahini appetizer. So yummy.
  • Syuzi
    SyuziOctober 23, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    They take reservations now so need to endure the long waits. Grab a bottle of wine from city sip and enjoy a tasty meal
  • TOMS
    TOMSFebruary 10, 2012
    Be fashionable & conscious when you dine on the best vegetarian cuisine in the city at this ten-table treasure run by former indie rockers.
  • Monica S.
    Monica S.December 21, 2010
    Savory crepes are so memorable, I still dream about them months later. Definitely a favorite spot!
  • Shehulk123
    Shehulk123May 27, 2011
    Cash only. Great selection of vegan & gluten free menu items.
  • Bó
    BóApril 19, 2014
    Awesome food!! Must lots yeah!
  • Melissa R.
    Melissa Richardson Banks aka Downtown MuseDecember 19, 2011
    Try the roasted pepper/smoked paprika/carrot dip with veggies ...
  • Garrett L.
    Garrett LawJanuary 7, 2010
    Wednesday night. Waited 2 hours. They skipped us on the list several times. Make sure you keep reminding them you are next or be prepared to eat at 11pm.
  • Susan C.
    Susan CopeJanuary 17, 2011
    Crispy oyster mushrooms are a must have.
  • Claire A.
    Claire ArmstrongJuly 31, 2009
    Get the mushroom/wings appetizer, and the hand roll pasta. They're famous for their tarts.
  • Karri N.
    Karri NorthropFebruary 20, 2012
    tahini Avocado dip FTW!
  • Oshi Y.heart icon on user image
    Oshi YoshiFebruary 15, 2013
    They take credit card now.
  • Caroline O.
    Caroline On CrackDecember 30, 2013
    Spring for the sparkling mineral water. The tap water tastes horrible.
  • Julian C.
    Julian CautherleyOctober 16, 2010
    Stuffed eggplant special tonight was awesome.
  • Brendan E.
    Brendan EverettDecember 18, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Must be one of the most magic places in LA
  • Kelsey C.
    Kelsey CaryJanuary 16, 2014
    Great food. Absolutely horrible service. The worst.
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Elf Cafe
2135 W Sunset Blvd (btwn Mohawk St. & N. Alvarado St.)
Los Angeles, CA 90026
United States
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Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
  • Mon–Sat
    • 6:00 PM–11:00 PM
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(213) 484-6829
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