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Native Foods Cafe

Native Foods

Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant and Café$$$$
Costa Mesa
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    Ranked #2 for vegetarian restaurants in Costa Mesa
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    Etoulia S.
    "Lavender lemonade is amazing!"(9 Tips)
    ila n.
    "scorpion burger and lavender lemonade!."(5 Tips)
    Katherine M.
    "Love love love the Twister Wrap here; everything's vegetarian/vegan."(4 Tips)
    Sandee R.
    "I cannot forget about the Watermelon Fresca drink....yum!!!"(4 Tips)
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  • Elezabeth M.heart icon on user image
    Elezabeth MejiaAugust 8, 2017
    I tried this place for the 1st time. My coworker suggested it and omg! Not disappointed at all! I tried the Lavender Lemonade- to die for! The "chicken" wings buffalo crispy, the nachos w/guac!🤤👌🏻
  • Joyce W.
    Joyce WalkerJuly 9, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Great service, amazing food! Indian samosa summer salad is great, just had some awesome service by the staff. This is what every business should strive for, being the best at what they know.
  • Stephanieheart icon on user image
    StephanieJuly 9, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    not sure what to get - just go for the daily special or the Soul Bowl (add avocado) - sign up for the #NativeCard to get discounts & free drinks/food = worth it
  • Sandee R.heart icon on user image
    Sandee ReidApril 16, 2015
    I love the lemongrass broccoli and taco salad. Also, I have found all of the soups to be delicious. I cannot forget about the Watermelon Fresca drink....yum!!!
  • Martin D. C.heart icon on user image
    Martin D. CiaoAugust 15, 2014
    My first Native Foods. "Chicken wings" tastes great. The bowls are okay. My favorite was the "cheesecake." The consistency was just like the real thing! Unfortunately, they don't offer it anymore...
  • Angie C.heart icon on user image
    Angie CarrascoDecember 7, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Did you know? You can get ANY of the Handholds as a wrap! I love to get the Oklahoma Bacon Cheeseburger as a wrap! Delicious!
  • ᴡ S.
    ᴡ SungDecember 28, 2013
    The salads are the one of the best I've ever had - beautiful and delicious!
  • Dustin N.heart icon on user image
    Dustin NguyenAugust 29, 2015
    Their food is pretty great although my favorite is the drinks they offer. Very tasty.
  • Lilan L.heart icon on user image
    Lilan LeMarch 26, 2015
    Salads here are amazing, lots of variety with nuts, fruits, quinoa etc.. and not just drenched in dressing for flavor
  • Katherine M.
    Katherine M.June 12, 2017
    Love love love the Twister Wrap here; everything's vegetarian/vegan. Several locations in LA.
  • OC Weekly
    OC WeeklyNovember 16, 2011
    Voted Best Vegetarian/Vegan Restaurant by OC Weekly's Best Of 2011 Readers! The chicken burgers and Mama Mia pizza are faves. Click the link to download the Best Of app and view more winners! Read more
  • BJ O.
    BJ OrbaseAugust 3, 2014
    Leave a good tip when you order at the counter. Their wait staff offers to replenish your self-serve drink. When was the last time your mom did that for you?
  • Amara O.heart icon on user image
    Amara OmoregieApril 15, 2013
    Sweet potato fries, yummy! Soul bowl... sub quinoa for beans, yes please! Chicken Run Ranch gets 4 stars out of 5. Amaze!
  • Amy M.
    Amy MooreJune 2, 2012
    Veggie pizza is awesome. Great crust. Kale with balsamic is like a salad on top & the pumpkin seeds are a yummy addition
  • Alice F.heart icon on user image
    Alice FerrisJuly 22, 2013
    Try the Scorpion Burger - This vegan sandwich was incredibly tasty and didn't try to be "faux meat." I appreciate that.
  • Pilar P.heart icon on user image
    Pilar PosadaMarch 17, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Native fries are to die for, this place is always pack even on a rainy day like today! Love Native! And now you get a rewards card!
  • Veggie A.
    Veggie AlchemyAugust 24, 2011
    Try everything at least once. Peanut butter parfait is really good and gooey. Love the chili fries. Junk food heaven, but magical because it's vegan.
  • Pilar P.heart icon on user image
    Pilar PosadaMay 31, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Love this place! Trying the wrap today. The tacos are super yummy abs love there fries. The lavender lemonade is tasty.
  • Cris I.
    Cris IzeppiApril 21, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try mixing all 3 drinks together. The lavender lemonade, watermelon water, and iced tea. It's delicious and called the Izeppi :-)
  • OC Weekly
    OC WeeklyAugust 4, 2014
    Screw the hippy-dippy milieu: Native Foods is about chow as welcoming for your senses as it is for your health. Read more
  • BJ O.
    BJ OrbaseAugust 3, 2014
    Try the watermelon fresca. Superb, and tastes just like watermelon fresca.
  • ila n.
    ila nguyenApril 13, 2011
    Best tempeh in town! must try the scorpion burger and lavender lemonade!. Also try: veggie pizza with pesto and balsamic glaze.
  • Andrea B.
    Andrea BiasiSeptember 28, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the Greek Gyro - It was really good and fulfilling. I love this #vegan food.
  • Ray H.
    Ray HarkinsSeptember 18, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Watch out at lunch time, parking is a nightmare. Always pay attention to the daily special, free side!
  • Vincent M.
    Vincent MonteroAugust 7, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    I love their use of Quinoa! From the Azteca Salad to the Morrocan Bowl...you just can't go wrong.
  • Abbygale B.heart icon on user image
    Abbygale BedsonMay 2, 2015
    Scorpion burger is always my go-to. With extra chipotle sauce. Yum!
  • Etoulia S.
    Etoulia SalasFebruary 23, 2014
    Lavender lemonade is amazing! Free refills!
  • Melinda U.
    Melinda UngDecember 29, 2011
    Be sure to fix yourself an Arnold Palmer: 1/2 lavender lemonade and 1/2 native iced tea
  • Alex V.
    Alex VasquezOctober 3, 2011
    Didn't think veggie or vegan food could be sinfully delicioius. Turns out I was wrong. The nachos are to die for
  • Sydney W.heart icon on user image
    Sydney WilliamsFebruary 7, 2013
    Caribbean jerk kale salad is outstanding. But really. It is.
  • Nicholas P.
    Nicholas PilapilMay 24, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    If you buy a drink ask for it in a to-go cup so afterwards you can take it with you. Also, the Watermelon Fresca is the best thing ever!
  • Tammy N.
    Tammy NguyenMarch 19, 2011
    Twister Wrap is the best! Don't miss out on it. Try them when they have those special deals with a free side <3
  • tara m.heart icon on user image
    tara misiouxMarch 18, 2014
    I've never had a complaint here. Staff is nice, food is great.
  • Angie C.heart icon on user image
    Angie CarrascoDecember 7, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    New here? My all-time favorite menu item, hands down, is the Twister Wrap!
  • Stephen O.heart icon on user image
    Stephen OrnelasJuly 12, 2013
    if you get the tortilla Soup, ask for more chips ... yer gonna need them.
  • Errica D.heart icon on user image
    Errica DiazJanuary 28, 2016
    The teas and lemonades to the salads and sandwhiches.
  • Tina K.
    Tina KangMay 5, 2012
    Yummy lavender lemonade and amazing vegan food you won't even miss the meat!!
  • Stephanie T.
    Stephanie ThomasSeptember 26, 2010
    Best vegan food EVER. Try the Twister Wrap or the Chicken Run Burger with chipotle sauce on the side :-)
  • Andrea B.
    Andrea BiasiJanuary 16, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the Italian Meatball Sub - Always a nice sub. I love it.
  • Stephanie
    StephanieMarch 9, 2013
    Great food, very filling, highly recommended.
  • Yameli G.
    Yameli GómezJuly 18, 2014
    Looking for somethin fresh? Try Amazonian Jungle Toss Salad! It's really tasty and tropical.
  • Tofu Alanheart icon on user image
    Tofu AlanMay 11, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    You get a FREE side when you order the special of the day.
  • Alice F.heart icon on user image
    Alice FerrisJuly 22, 2013
    Try the Watermelon Agua Fresca - Refreshing.
  • Ryan B.heart icon on user image
    Ryan BurnsSeptember 6, 2014
    All the handholds are awesome. Also, endless Chai tea lattes.
  • Hiroaki T.heart icon on user image
    Hiroaki TsumoriFebruary 18, 2015
    Lots of organic unsweet tea
  • Jennifer V.
    Jennifer ValenciaSeptember 17, 2010
    Chicken Run Ranch Burger is the best! : ) soo good! You have to get a Good Luck Cupcake!
  • Robyn C.
    Robyn CadavonaOctober 11, 2012
    The pumpkin cheesecake is so damn delish!
  • Geena U.
    Geena UrangoSeptember 23, 2012
    Greek Gyro bowl is my favorite!
  • Bryon M.
    Bryon MAugust 22, 2013
    Unbelievable sandwich!! Designed myself.
  • Andrea B.
    Andrea BiasiAugust 31, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the chocolate cupcake - #vegan and #delicious
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